ASCOT COWORTH PARK One day itinerary: Parks & Gardens Berkshire is a beautiful county that’s bursting with British charm and quintessential English gardens. While it can be tempting to spend all your time in Windsor Great Park and the horse-racing capital of Ascot, there’s plenty more to discover within an hour’s drive of the hotel. From noble estates with magnificent parks to botanical gardens filled with rare plants, uncover the best green spaces in the area with this one-day itinerary.

Start the day with a 30-minute drive to RHS Garden Wisley.

RHS GARDEN WISLEY T: 01483 224 234 | Wisley Lane, Woking, GU23 6QB Owned by the Royal Horticultural Society, this garden is one of the most captivating in the English countryside. It’s home to an incredible plant collection, with several areas to explore including alpine meadows, model gardens, woodlands, green houses filled with exotic plants, and much more. Then, take a 15-minute drive to Claremont Landscape Garden.

CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDEN T: 01372 467 806 | Portsmouth Road, Esher, KT10 9JG A serene oasis in Surrey, Claremont Landscape Garden combines history with natural beauty. The 18th century garden, which was once part of a renowned estate, features a grassy amphitheatre, landscaped lawns, a lake and the historic Belvedere Tower – climb to the top for the unbelievable views stretching as far as Windsor Castle, with the cityscape of London on the horizon. Next, take a 30-minute drive to Richmond Park.

RICHMOND PARK T: 0300 061 2200 | London, TW10 5HS Richmond Park is more than your average city park. The 2,360-acre National Nature Reserve is the largest Royal Park in London. It’s full of sports opportunities, such as cycling, horse riding and fishing, but it’s best known for its wildlife, in particular its resident herd of red and fallow deer. Seek out Petersham Nurseries, just outside Richmond Park.

The Dorchester, London | 45 Park Lane, London | Coworth Park, Ascot | Le Meurice, Paris | Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan | Hotel Eden, Rome | The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills | Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles | Dubai (opening 2020) PETERSHAM NURSERIES T: 020 8940 5230 | Church Lane, Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB Petersham Nurseries is an award-winning garden centre that’s unlike any you’ll have seen before. Discover a fascinating collection of plants and artisanal tools in the Nursery and Garden Shop, peruse gifts and antiques in the homewares shop, or enjoy a seasonal lunch from the kitchen garden and homemade cakes in the onsite teahouse. The final stop of the day is a 40-minute drive away.

THE SAVILL GARDEN T: 01753 860 222 | Wick Lane, Englefield Green, TW20 0UU An ornamental garden on the cusp of Windsor Great Park, The Savill Garden is a 35-acre area that features a series of beautiful interconnecting gardens, each of which offers its own theme. From the Spring Wood and the Summer Gardens, to the New Zealand Garden and The Glades, there’s plenty to discover. Last entry is at 3.30pm in winter and 5pm over the summer months. To get back to the hotel, it’s a short 15-minute drive through or around Windsor Great Park.

All journey times are approximate and subject to variation.

The Dorchester, London | 45 Park Lane, London | Coworth Park, Ascot | Le Meurice, Paris | Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan | Hotel Eden, Rome | The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Hills | Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles | Dubai (opening 2020)