Looking for a richer, more rewarding and relaxing lifestyle?

As spring, hopefully, fast approaches we have a packed calendar of events with which to tempt you.  Here are just some of the wonderful experiences that we have on offer for your pleasure at the moment. But perhaps there is something that we haven’t thought of yet that you have always wanted to do? If so, get in touch and we’ll organise it for you.

After all The SaVVy Club^® is all about its members – we are here to provide you with a richer, more rewarding and relaxing lifestyle.

 

Walking tour of Greenwich with Architect, Ken Allinson

Ken Allinson is an old friend of The SaVVy Club^® who has lead many members on fascinating tours around our great City. Exercise and education come together in one easy step as you take this latest walking tour around the beautiful Greenwich architecture.

 

Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Go to town with your hat and outfit. Break away from every day life and mix with the rich and famous at the most well-known of all the prestigious events in the horse racing calendar – Ladies Day at Royal Ascot.  It will be champagne all the way at this most English of events. No diary is complete without a trip to Royal Ascot so book now to ensure you don’t miss out.

 

Henley Regatta – a very English event

Ah yes, the Henley Regatta – a very English event. Is your idea of fun and relaxation a day by the river with a champagne reception, four course lunch and fine wines? If so this is a must for you. Indulge in a typically English outing that harks back to 1839. Loose yourself within the atmosphere as you cheer on your favourite oarsman.

 

Hänsel und Gretel at Glyndebourne

Leave the hustle and bustle of City life behind and indulge in a magical black tie evening of Opera with The SaVVy Club^® at Glyndebourne. Enjoy the privilege of top seats, a world class performance and first class company.

 

All aboard the Orient Express – first stop: Le Manoir

This is a wonderful opportunity for you to step aboard and allow the real world to evaporate behind you. Leave the hustle and bustle of the City far behind as you relax within the magnificent period carriages of the British Pullman.

 

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Have you experienced Glyndebourne yet?

Top tips for your evening to the Opera at Glyndebourne:

Look good. There is no longer any formal dress code for attending the opera, but Glyndebourne expects its guests to be wearing black tie for its performances during Festival season.

Know a little bit about the opera you are attending. This can be achieved in numerous ways, of course; Glyndebourne, for example, offers “opera bites”, which are introductions to a selection of its repertoire.

No matter how arresting or engrossing the performance is, please try not to sing/hum/tap along. It may not go down well with your neighbours!

Remember the difference between your bravo/brava/bravi and brave for the performers – one certainly wouldn’t want to cause offence by getting the gender wrong (some of the performers are less than elfin)

Finally, enjoy it! It’s quite a spectacle, and bear in mind how long it has taken the company to prepare the opera – there’s a reason for the term “operatic”

Take a look at what The SaVVy Club have organised for a magical experience at Glyndebourne.

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Groucho Club Opera Treat

The evening began with the private use of the Royal Retiring Room allowing the SaVVy Club members the opportunity for relaxed and social pre-show drinks. Just before the performance began we made our way to our excellent seats which were just six rows from the orchestra pit.

The stage set was simple and yet effective perfectly complimenting the performance of Death in Venice – the compelling tale of Aschenbach, a disillusioned writer who falls dangerously in love with a Polish youth while on holiday in sensuous Venice. The performance was exquisite and incredibly moving. Making his debut in the lead role was Ian Bostridge while Peter Coleman-Wright took the multiple baritone roles. Britten’s seductive score was conducted by Edward Gardener in his debut as ENO’s Music Director.

Sadly, the performance had to come to an end. As the curtain fell we made our way to the Groucho Club for our long awaited supper at 11pm.

We were not disappointed as we were treated to a gourmet two course meal with wine and were joined by the English National Opera’s Artistic Director, John Berry.

A full account of this musical evening can be found in the members’ area of the SaVVy Club’s website

The SaVVy Club’s members enjoy a unique calendar of bespoke social events organised just for them. They can enjoy the company of fascinating people and relax in the knowledge that everything is taken care of.

 

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