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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SELF-DRIVE BOATS ARE NO AVAILABLE DURING THE WINTER. THEY WILL BE BACK IN 2024...

Six beautiful boats, each named after one of Henry VIII's wives, ready for you to skipper, direct from our Lion Terrace. 

These electric boats are easy to drive and take up to seven people, with seating and a  central table that's just perfect for a Mitre picnic or a bottle or two of champagne.

There's no better way to enjoy life on London's famous river, and when you get back from your cruise you can soak up the sun on one of our beautiful terraces.

Henry VIII's famous palace is just across the road from The Mitre, and guests who book a stay direct with with us get complementary tickets to this magnificent royal residence.

Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and children in the world of the Tudor court. Admire Henry’s Great Hall and Tudor kitchens. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II and explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens.

Please check the opening times for Hampton Court Palace when planning your trip - click here.

A beautiful, historic park, where you can wallow in history and be at one with nature. A lovely cafe and a children's adventure playground make Bushy Park an excellent day out.

Discover 1000 years of royal history at the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world.  Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. The late Queen spent most of her private weekends at the Castle..

Strawberry Hill House & Garden, created by Horace Walpole in the 18th century, has been open to visitors for over 250 years. This extraordinary building is internationally famous as Britain’s finest example of Georgian Gothic revival architecture and home to an increasingly important collection of paintings and objects.

Built in the 17th Century, Ham House is one of the most outstanding Stuart houses from that period. Boasting original interiors and restored formal gardens featuring a 17th Century Orangery, Tea Terrace and the much-photographed Cherry Garden.

Once home to Henrietta Howard, mistress of King George II, this is the last complete survivor of the elegant villas which bordered the River Thames in the 18th century. Set in 66 acres of riverside parkland, it houses a fine collection of early Georgian paintings.

Surrounded by gardens, park and farmland, Osterley is one of the last surviving country estates in London.

Once described by Horace Walpole as 'the palace of palaces', Osterley was created in the late 18th century by architect and designer Robert Adam for the Child family to entertain and impress their friends and clients. Today the house is presented as it would have looked in the 1780s.

Discover Lord Burlington's 18th century villa and walk the 65 acres of gardens, enjoying classical vistas, ponds, fountains and the rare camellia collection.

Sixteenth century Syon House holds a wealth of art within its grand classical interiors, walk the Gardens and Arboretum through to parkland and the unique tidal water meadows. 

Three famous racecourses are located just minutes from The Mitre, hosting fixtures and events throughout the year.

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Epsom Downs Racecourse Website >>

The World Rugby Museum will be open for visits before each of the matches at Twickenham Stadium over the Spring and Summer, making the ideal pre-match activity.

Enjoy exporing the world's most extensive collection of rugby football memorabilia, and testing your rugby skills and knowledge in the Play Rugby Interactive Zone, with a pre-match visit to the museum.

This grade 1 listed garden created by the great landscape designers of the 18th century charts the evolution of the English Landscape Garden.

Steeped in nearly 300 years of history, this eighteenth-century garden is a green oasis in the heart of Surrey within easy reach of London. Previously the countryside retreat of queens and heirs, Claremont has always been somewhere to escape everyday life and enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.

Many of the great names in landscape design history played a part in the creation of the estate. Over the years Sir John Vanbrugh, Charles Bridgeman, William Kent and ‘Capability’ Brown all put their own distinctive stamp on the pleasure grounds, and in 1866 Queen Victoria herself acquired the estate to save it from development.

Today you can still spot lots of historical features in the garden, including the large turf amphitheatre, serpentine lake, grotto, Camellia Terrace and Belvedere Tower.

The park is a top UK site for ancient trees and supports a range of rare species including fungi, birds, beetles, bats, grasses and wildflowers.

Discover the Isabella Plantation woodland gardens, refuel at Pembroke Lodge tea rooms and enjoy distant views of St Paul’s Cathedral from King Henry’s Mound.

Try your hand at power kiting, horse riding or golf, or hire a bike for some off-road cycling along the Tamsin Trail.

Painshill 18th century landscape garden was created between 1738 and 1773, by the Hon. Charles Hamilton. Inspired by Renaissance art and his Grand Tours, Hamilton went on to create a sequence of breathtaking and surprising vistas at Painshill. The landscapes form living works of art into which Hamilton placed follies for dramatic effect.

Set in 300 acres, the world famous Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, includes wildlife areas, glasshouses for the conservation of rare plant species, museums, galleries and historic buildings.

An urban oasis for wildlife in nearby Barnes. Stroll among the lakes, ponds and gardens. Children will love the play areas and resident otters!

The flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural Society and one of the great gardens of the world. Enjoy Wisley's renowned plant collections, get inspired or take part in a workshop.

Ham Polo Club is the last remaining polo club in Greater London. Founded in 1926, Ham Polo Club has an established and distinguished reputation. Fixtures are held throughout the summer.

Watch the world's best tennis players battle it out on Centre Court or visit the excellent museum which includes a fascinating guided tour, taking in No.1 Court and the picnic terraces of the Aorangi Terrace (aka 'Murray Mound'), an interactive racket exhibition and a 3-D cinema experience.

Founded by Sir Peter Hall, and modelled on the original Elizabethan Rose Theatre on London’s Bankside, Rose Theatre is the largest producing theatre in South West London.

Home to the world’s largest collection of stationary steam pumping engines, a narrow-gauge steam locomotive and outdoor splash zone. A fun and educational day out for families and steam enthusiasts alike.

Experience the fascinating world of automatic musical instruments at this unusual, melodious museum. The many instruments housed here were all designed to provide music at the flick of a switch or the turn of a handle in the days before electronics and microphones.

Explore the historic site brought to life through interactive collections of motor vehicles, aircraft and real-life experiences. Hear the stories of the pioneering men and women that shaped the world of motoring and aviation. Re-live the thrills and glamour of speed and flight, from over 100 years of Great British history at Brooklands Museum.

Hampton Court Palace Golf Court – 2.0 miles

Many may be aware of the palace at Hampton Court but not necessarily its golf course. Within the grounds at Home Park, it offers a truly unique opportunity to play a traditional parkland course at one of the country’s most famous royal parks.

The Richmond Golf Club – 4.6 miles

A beautiful parkland course, adjoining Richmond Park and Ham Common. This is a private members’ club, where visitors are welcome.

Royal Wimbledon Golf Club – 6.6 miles

The third oldest golf Club in England dating back to 1865. There are active reciprocal links with other Royal Clubs around the world and a limited number of visitors may play the course.

St George's Hill Golf Club – 7.6 miles

One of the prettiest heathland courses in the area, with sweeping, undulating terrain and panoramic views from the clubhouse. Visitors are welcome

With over 40 rides and attractions, plus a zoo and Sea Life Centre, there is something for the whole family at Chessington World of Adventures. Just a short drive (3.9miles) from The Mitre Hotel.

The UK's most thrilling theme park, with amazing rollercoasters and white-knuckle rides.

Rain or shine, you're guaranteed a great time at Hobbledown! With both indoor and outdoor fun, including the incredible new Imaginarium - a wonderland filled with learn-and-play sandpits, interactive water features, and creepy-crawly caves - Hobbledown always has something to do, whatever the weather...

EM is a beautiful classic river launch built in 1897. She is currently based at Harts Boatyard in Surbiton and operates as a vessel for charter for special occasions.

Mitre guests can charter Em, with her own Skipper, for up to 12 passengers, embarking and disembarking from our Lion Terrace.

Prices

1.5 hours – £360
2 hours – £450
3 hours – £650
4 hours – £800

Maximum 12 people per trip.