Father’s Day 2013 Events

From beer tasting to manly afternoon tea, here’s how to say ‘thanks dad’ this Father’s Day 2013, with StyleNest’s roundup of UK events.

Father’s Day returns for 2013 on Sunday 16 June, so be prepared, book a table and spoil your old man this year.

To help, we’ve handpicked the best events and treats taking place around the country, from manly menus to macho pampering sessions.

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Macho Afternoon Tea at The Royal Horseguards Hotel
London SW1
Afternoon tea needn’t mean delicate finger sandwiches and dainty cakes, as the Royal Horseguard’s Father’s Day Afternoon Tea packs a manly punch this year. Serving up the butchest of bites (all in miniature portions of course) from fish and chips to beef and ale pie, as well as dad-sized cupcakes and a chocolate tool kit, dad will be well and truly spoilt and belly-full with this unusual high tea.
Book online at www.guoman.com or call 0871 376 9033. Priced at £35 per person.
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Dads Go Free at Scotney Castle
Tunbridge Wells
We’ve heard of kids going free but this Father’s Day the old man will get the special treatment as dads go free at Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells. With a hog roast, award winning Scotney ale flowing and a free ticket, dad is sure to be a happy chap.
Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01892 893 860 for more information or to book online.
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Riverside Roasts at Wyndham Grand
Chelsea Harbour, London
It’s never too hot for a family Sunday roast we say. So head to London’s picturesque Chelsea Harbour and wish for sunshine as luxury, family-friendly hotel the Wyndham Grand are serving up hearty roasts by the riverside. Dad’s can show off their carvery skills too as they’re invited to carve up at the table.
Visit www.wyndhamgrandlondon.co.uk or call 020 7300 8443 to book. Priced at £29 per person for three courses.
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Father’s Day Lunch at Luton Hoo
Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa, Bedfordshire
For all out decadence head to Luton Hoo’s stunning Weirner Restaurant for a Father’s Day lunch to remember. A wealth of gastronomic delights will be found on the menu, from hearty Woburn beef and Yorkshires to indulgent twice baked camembert soufflé’s. Golf loving dads will also be pleased to hear that they receive a complimentary round of golf on the hotel’s Capability Brown designed golf course too.
Visit www.lutonhoo.co.uk for more information or call 01582 69 88 88 to book a table. Priced at £40 per person for three courses.
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Father’s Day at Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace, London
Treat your old man to a day fit for a king at one of London’s best-loved landmarks. Kensington Palace will be putting on events of regal proportions from live Jazz to a pop-up picnic area, retro outdoor games to a mini sports day. One for the whole family to enjoy.
Visit www.hrp.org.uk to book. Activities are including in the price of the normal Kensington Palace entrance ticket.
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Beer and Bulbs at Lyme Park
Cheshire
Bringing together beautiful summer blooms with a refreshing cold brew, this unusual Father’s Day event is one way to say ‘cheers dad’. Scour the stunning gardens of Lyme Park where thousands of bulbs will be on sale, before heading to a tasting of locally brewed beer for a well-earned refreshment.
Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01663 762023 to book. Normal admission charges apply.
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A Trip To The Barbers
The Spa at Alfred Dunhill, London W1
Why not treat dad to a pampering session with a trip to one of London’s trendiest barbershops? The Spa at Dunhill will have dad looking 10 years younger in no time with their luxury spa and barber menu of classic cut-throat shaves, grooming and relaxation packages. Mum will definitely approve.
Visit www.dunhill.co.uk or call 020 7853 4440 to book or purchase gift vouchers.
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Father’s Day On The Fourth Floor
Harvey Nichols, Edinburgh
North of the boarder at Harvey Nichols' trendy Fourth Floor restaurant, dad’s can tuck into a choice of menus this Father’s Day. Choose from the dad favourite of Burger & Beer for just £10 in the Brasserie, or pull out the stops with a glass of champagne, three-course lunch and gift to take home for £40 per person. Sure to get you in dad’s good books.
Visit www.harveynichols.com or call 0131 524 8350 to book.
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Father’s Day at Bumpkin
Notting Hill/Kensington/Westfield, London
Traditional yet trendy London restaurant Bumpkin know the way to dad’s heart with a complimentary pint with each meal. There’s also a mouth watering menu showcasing the best of British produce and dishes from shepherd’s pie to smoked salmon. Tuck in and relish in the fact they’ll be no washing up afterwards.
Visit www.bumpkinuk.com for more information. Priced at £25 per person for two courses or £30 per person for three courses.