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The Milestone Hotel & Residences
Positioned directly opposite Hyde Park and Kensington Palace, The Milestone Hotel & Residences offers exceptional views across the gardens to these most famous of homes.
This wonderfully opulent and intensely charming hotel is a treasure trove of stylish, individually designed rooms, suites and residences laden with rich furnishings and original artworks. Also contained with the hotelâs historic buildings are Chenestonâs restaurant, where guests dine on fine English cuisine, Stableâs Bar, which serves delectable hand-crafted cocktails, and the elegant Park Lounge, where quintessential British Afternoon Tea is enjoyed daily.
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Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel & Residences
Enjoy a delightful spread featuring finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and homemade preserves, a tempting array of pastries, and an extensive selection of loose-leaf teas. Elevate the experience with a glass of Champagne Lanson, a Royal Warrant holder since 1900.
Honoured with an Award of Excellence at the 2023 and 2024 Afternoon Tea Awards, our Afternoon Tea promises an extraordinary and memorable experience.
For more details on this afternoon tea experience please also visit Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel and Residences
2025 Special Offer: VIP upgrade: Complimentary glass of
Champagne
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne with Afternoon Tea when
dining between Monday and Thursday until 30th April 2025.
Bookings are subject to availability and this offer excludes the Milestone Experience with Shelley Levy. One glass per guest. Must be over 18 yrs of age. No cash alternative. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer.
Dates for your diaries - bookings are now open for:
Mark this celebration with an afternoon tea in the heart of
Kensington. With a reputation as one of the best in London, this
Afternoon Tea is a truly delightful experience.
Enjoy a delicious spread featuring finger sandwiches, warm scones
with clotted cream and homemade preserves, a tempting array of
pastries, and an extensive selection of loose-leaf teas. ÂŁ90
per person / ÂŁ45 per child / ÂŁ105 per person for Champagne
Afternoon Tea
Experience the joy of Easter with a specially crafted Easter-themed Afternoon Tea. Delight in a selection of timeless treats, perfectly complemented by the addition of a delectable Easter cake. Join The Milestone Hotel & Residences for this indulgent affair and make your Easter celebration truly unforgettable. ÂŁ90 per person / ÂŁ45 per child / ÂŁ105 per person for Champagne Afternoon Tea
In celebration of their treasured location opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens, and inspired by the annual Chelsea Flower Show, The Milestone Hotel are delighted to offer this exclusive Afternoon Tea for a two-week period. A renowned event in the British calendar, there is no better way to crown your visit to Chelsea Flower Show than with this Chelsea Flower Show Afternoon Tea. Inspired by the beautiful blooms that await, pair your day with the decadent sweet treat and let it be one of quintessential British delights. ÂŁ90 per person / ÂŁ45 per child / ÂŁ105 per person for Champagne Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea Parties
Make your special occasion one to remember, with an Afternoon Tea party at The Milestone Hotel & Residences. With a variety of spaces available to accommodate parties of 7 - 30 people, The Milestone Hotel is the perfect setting to book a private Afternoon Tea. The Milestone Hotel also have a Sabrage Master who will be more than happy to open your Champagne with a sabre, which is bound to impress.
Special Offer: Complimentary Room Hire
The Milestone Hotel is delighted to offer complimentary room hire
for afternoon tea parties of 7 people or more booked before the
30th of April 2025. Bookings are subject to availability. No cash
alternative.
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Afternoon Tea Experiences at The Milestone Hotel & Residences:
Bespoke Portraits with Resident Artist Shelley Levy
⢠By appointment only â bespoke portraits available: 2 people ÂŁ350 / 3 people ÂŁ450 / 4 people ÂŁ550. Larger sittings can be discussed. This excludes the cost of Afternoon Tea which would be charged in addition.
⢠Express interest during booking and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss arrangements with you
The Milestone Hotel and Residences are thrilled to welcome Shelley Levy (ShelleyTheArtist) as the new Resident Artist for The Milestone Hotel & Residences. With her passion for capturing stories through art and her unique style of drawing from life, Shelley will add a new dimension to the experience for guests. Her discipline and commitment to daily drawing practice align with The Milestone Hotel and Residence's dedication to offering our guests the highest level of service and attention to detail.
Bring Tea to Life: An Immersive Walking Tour of Londonâs Tea History
The Milestone Hotel and Residences are thrilled to announce a collaboration with PMD Tea, offering a unique walking tour experience for guests to explore Londonâs lost tea history. Travel through significant locations linked to the city's pivotal role in the global tea trade, uncovering how an island nation emerged as a prominent figure in the tea industry. This immersive journey unveils London's vibrant tea heritage and provides participants with an engaging and educational experience.
The tour concludes with an iconic black cab transfer to The Milestone Hotel & Residences, followed by a guided Afternoon Tea featuring tea recommendations, pairings, and stories tied to the featured teas and their origins.
The tour price is determined by the group size and includes the tea walk, black cab transfer, and a traditional Afternoon Tea at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, priced at ÂŁ235 per person, with a minimum group size of two.
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Dining at The Milestone Hotel & Residences
Chenestons Restaurant
Deriving its name from an early spelling of Kensington, Cheneston's is our intimate and elegant fine dining restaurant, offering delicious British cuisine. Our passion for comforting and creative cuisine comes to spectacular life in Chenestonâs. Executive Chef Daniel Putz creates warming signature dishes inspired by our founder, Beatrice Tollman, which are served alongside a range of delicious British options, such as Scottish salmon cured by H.Forman & Son, Londonâs oldest smokery and carved right at your table, and delicious daily roasts presented on a silver trolley.
Special Occasions:
Mothering Sunday - 30th March
Sustainably sourced meats and perfectly roasted, seasonal vegetables make Cheneston's the perfect setting for your Sunday Lunch. Join us for this special occasion as we honour this traditional and comforting pastime with an added flourish of elegance.
ÂŁ85 per person including a glass of Champagne + takeaway gift for Mum
Time: From 12.30pm each Sunday, last sittings at 3pm
The Milestone Hotel and Residences also have a number of private dining options available for more intimate family gatherings - please make an enquiry and a member of the team would be delighted to discuss this with you
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Easter Sunday Lunch - 20th April
Sustainably sourced meats and perfectly roasted, seasonal vegetables make Cheneston's the perfect setting for celebrating this special occasion.
ÂŁ85 per person including a glass of Champagne. Available from 12.30pm - 3pm
The Milestone Hotel and Residences also have a number of private dining options available for more intimate family gatherings - please make an enquiry and a member of the team would be delighted to discuss this with you.
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Set Menu Lunch
Executive Chef, Daniel Putz, and his team are committed to using sustainable supplies wherever possible and the very best seasonal ingredients, sourced from around the British Isles for guests to enjoy. Available Monday to Friday enjoy this exciting new menu - Two-courses ÂŁ45 or Three-courses ÂŁ55 per person.
Open 12.30 pm - 2 pm.
Sunday Roast Lunches at Chenestons
Executive Chef Dan Putz is excited to offer this experience for guests to enjoy this most traditional of occasions
Special Offer: Sunday Lunch Set Menu priced at ÂŁ55 per person.
Private dining is available for large Sunday Roast parties.
Booking is recommended. Available from 12.30 pm - 3 pm (last sitting)
2025 Special Offer: Sunday Roast Lunch Offer -
Complimentary glass of Champagne
Guests can enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne or glass of
wine when dining from the Sunday Roast Lunch menu.
One glass per guest. Must be over 18 yrs of age. No cash alternative. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or voucher.
Pre-Theatre Dining
Guests can enjoy a pre-theatre express menu including signature
dishes
2 Courses ÂŁ65 per person 3 courses ÂŁ75 per person
Available 5.30 pm - 6.30 pm daily
Please advise the team of any dietary requirements at least 24
hours before dining
Cheneston's Tasting Menu
Executive Chef, Daniel Putz, and his team are committed to using
sustainable supplies wherever possible and the very best seasonal
ingredients, sourced from around the British Isles for our menu.
Included within the menu are favourite dishes from Beatrice
Tollman, Founder & President of the Red Carnation Hotel
Collection.
These recipes have either been passed down in the family or
discovered whilst travelling, and all have been perfected from her
personal experience and expertise in the kitchen.
⢠Tasting Menus are available during Dinner service each day and
advanced booking is encouraged.
⢠These menus are created as a journey so it is with regret dishes
cannot be substituted.
⢠At this present time Chenestonâs can offer a Vegetarian
alternative to the main menu with Vegan and Gluten-free
alternatives in development. Please speak to a member of the team
if there are specific dietary requirements within your party â
please email meetMS@rchmail.com
⢠When dining from the Tasting Menu all members of your dining
party must also select from the Tasting Menu.
⢠A deposit is required to secure your booking. T&Câs are
explained during the reservation booking.
Tasting Menu: ÂŁ110 per person / Vegetarian Tasting Menu: ÂŁ95 per person
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Drinks at The Milestone Hotel and Residences
The Stables Bar
Nominated as Best Boutique Hotel Bar at the Boutique Hotelier Awards 2024
Step inside The Milestoneâs newly renovated Stables Bar, named as an homage to the original use of the building in which it resides. Panelled with dark wood, sporting sophisticated leather and tartan-clad soft furnishings and paintings from Belgian sporting artist Elie Lambert, the Stables Bar provides a refined and comfortable setting. Green leather banquettes and moodily lit corners contrast beautifully with the natural light that streams into the high-ceilinged conservatory space.
Resident Bar Manager Angelo's creative mixology skills are sure to make your time at the Stables Bar a true event, while an elevated bar menu from Executive Chef Daniel Putz provides mouthwatering moments.
Adjacent to the bar, The Hideaway offers a candlelit setting for intimate gatherings, laid-back dinners, or elegant private events. Toast to your good fortunes in true Milestone style as you share a selection of the best cocktails and bar food in London.
Open daily 10am to 11pm
Hosting an event at The Milestone Hotel & Residences:
Glittering parties and gatherings of families and friends deserve a luxurious venue that reflects the magnificence of the celebration. The Milestone Hotel & Residences is a venue that turns a great event into a magical one. Whatever the occasion, whether it's a wedding, anniversary, birthday party, baby shower, meeting, or conference, any event held at The Milestone will be cherished for years to come. Your dedicated Events Manager will oversee your function from start to finish - facilitating personalised menus, special themes, and thoughtful touches to make your event unique.
Weddings
Trust us to provide the perfect
setting for the best day of your life.
Celebrations
An array of venues to host elegant parties for any occasion.
Corporate events
Meetings, conferences and team away days set for success.
For full details please visit The Milestone Hotel & Residences
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Christmas 2025 at The Milestone Hotel & Residences
Celebrate the year's achievements with your team at The Milestone, the perfect location for your corporate party. Located close to High Street Kensington, this charming location means that you can pick up that last-minute present before settling down for a delectable Christmas feast.
Festive Cocktail Receptions
The Milestone is the perfect location for your festive corporate party. With an extensive canapĂŠ menu offering both cold and hot selections and your choice of private dining venue, this is the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit in the heart of London.
Festive Private Dining
Host a festive feast for either lunch or dinner at the Milestone this festive season, with this private festive dining experience. Choose from a selection of different venue options within the Milestone and curate a menu that suits you.
Please enquire online and a member of the events team will be in touch
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| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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| Monday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Tuesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Wednesday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Thursday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Friday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Saturday | 7:00 | 23:00 | |
| Sunday | 7:00 | 23:00 |
Address
The Milestone Hotel and Residences, 1 Kensington Court, W8 5DL
Area
Kensington
Nearest Station
High Street Kensington (Tube)
Cheneston's A La Carte Menu
Cheneston's Set Lunch Menu
Mother's Day Sunday Lunch
Cheneston's Sunday Lunch Menu
Cheneston's Pre-Theatre Menu
Cheneston's Tasting Menu
Cheneston's Vegetarian Tasting Menu
Stables Bar Menu
Private Dining Menu (ÂŁ105 pp)
Private Dining Menu (ÂŁ115 pp)
Private Dining Menu (ÂŁ125 pp)
Afternoon Tea Menu
Milestone Hotel Afternoon Tea Party Packages
The Oratory Majesty Romance Package
The Milestone Hotel & Residences Wedding Brochure
This venue serves British and Fine Dining food.
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Sunday Roast Lunch Offer: Complimentary glass of Champagne
Guests can enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne or glass of wine when dining from the Sunday Roast Lunch menu. One glass per guest. Must be over 18 yrs of age. No cash alternative. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or voucher. |
Sunday 12:30 â 16:30 |
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VIP upgrade: Complimentary glass of Champagne
Enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne with Afternoon Tea when dining between Monday and Thursday. Bookings are subject to availability and this offer excludes the Milestone Experience with Shelley Levy. One glass per guest. Must be over 18 yrs of age. No cash alternative. |
Monday
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday |
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Mother's Day Sunday Lunch
Sustainably sourced meats and perfectly roasted, seasonal vegetables make Cheneston's the perfect setting for celebrating this special occasion. ÂŁ85 per person including a glass of Champagne + takeaway gift for Mum |
Sunday 12:30 â 15:00 |
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Special Offer: Complimentary Room Hire
The Milestone Hotel is delighted to offer complimentary room hire for afternoon tea parties of 7 people or more booked before the 30th of April 2025. Bookings are subject to availability. No cash alternative. |
Monday 13:00 â 19:00
Tuesday 13:00 â 19:00 Wednesday 13:00 â 19:00 Thursday 13:00 â 19:00 Friday 13:00 â 19:00 Saturday 13:00 â 19:00 Sunday 13:00 â 19:00 |
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Easter Sunday Lunch
Sustainably sourced meats and perfectly roasted, seasonal vegetables make Cheneston's the perfect setting for celebrating this special occasion. ÂŁ85 per person including a glass of Champagne |
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| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
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Min spend Weekend* |
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| Cheneston's Restaurant | Private Room | 22 | 30 | - | - | - | |
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Exclusive private hire of the restaurant is available subject to availability, prices are available on request. |
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| Oratory | Private Room | 8 | 8 | - | - | - | |
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For those special occasions, elegant private dinners, business lunches, working breakfasts or leisurely afternoon teas, the circular Oratory, with its ornate vaulted ceiling and wood paneling is ideal. Located next to the main restaurant, (and once the private chapel of the original house in the 1600s), the Oratory provides an enchanting space for up to eight guests. Intimate Occasion Dining at The Milestone Hotel and Residences Our Intimate Occasion Dining package includes exclusive use of The Oratory, fresh cut flower displays and decorations, and live music from a highly skilled harpist â providing a special occasion soundscape unlike any other. Your celebratory lunch or dinner can include a bespoke menu, available from ÂŁ85 per person. Extend your evening with a nightâs stay at The Milestone Hotel & Residences, where a complimentary romantic turndown will provide the final flourish. Celebratory Lunch or Dinner Bespoke menus available from ÂŁ85 per person Exclusive private use of The Oratory â from ÂŁ500 Flower displays â on request Decorations â on request Harpist â from ÂŁ250 Extend your stay with a nightâs stay â preferential room rates are available Complimentary Romantic Turndown |
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| The Windsor Suite | Private Room | 24 | 40 | - | - | - | |
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The Windsor Suite is an aged pine paneled executive boardroom complete with a butlerâs pantry, full air-conditioning, and an abundance of natural daylight. The Windsor is perfect for executive boardroom meetings and presentations as well as bespoke events such as wedding receptions and private dining. Event facilities include:
New for The Milestone Hotel: Instant Book What's included Choose your package: The Milestone Package
Expressions of Interest The Milestone Hotel and Residences can also offer:
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| Park Lounge | Private Room | 0 | 25 | - | - | - | |
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The Park Lounge is a warm and cosy retreat, just right for drinks & canapĂŠ receptions with an open fireplace and sumptuous armchairs and sofas. The views of Kensington Gardens allow an escape to the country and through its quintessential English ambience, making it hard to believe you are in the heart of the capital. The feeling is that of a private drawing room surrounded by antique books and copies of Tatler and Country Living magazines. Event facilities include:
Prices are available on request. |
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| Party Package: Romance and Proposals | Private Room | 8 | 0 | - | - | - | |
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Romance and Proposals
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| Party Package: Drinks Celebrations | Private Room | 20 | 0 | - | - | - | |
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At The Milestone Hotel & Residences, we believe in the importance of occasion. The impressive red-brick façade of The Milestone will provide an atmospheric entrance for your guests, as we welcome them inside for an unforgettable evening. Packages available up to 20 people Private room hire from £250
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| Party Package: Intimate Occasion Dining | Private Room | 8 | 0 | - | - | - | |
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At The Milestone Hotel & Residences, we believe in celebrating every anniversary, turning point, and significant achievement.
Celebratory Lunch or Dinner Exclusive private use of The Oratory â from ÂŁ500 Extend your stay with a nightâs stay â preferential room rates available |
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| Weddings at The Milestone Hotel | Private Room | 40 | 0 | - | - | - | |
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It is hard to imagine a more romantic setting in which to celebrate your most special day. Opposite Kensington Palace and Gardens, home to Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge, The Milestone is steeped in romantic history, each room with its own story to tell. Licensed for civil ceremonies, The Milestone provides the perfect venue for an intimate celebration with traditional British style and unrivaled service. Our expert team of chefs, sommeliers, waiting staff, and event organisers will put your mind at ease and prepare the setting for the happiest day of your life. Every aspect of your wedding will be attended to with meticulous skill, style, and subtle precision. The elegant and romantic Victorian magnificence of the hotel lends itself superbly to such occasions - professional floral displays to complement the colours of the wedding party can be arranged, and our expert team can assist in guiding you along the way.
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| The Hideaway | Private Room | 8 | 12 | - | - | - | |
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The Hideaway is a versatile new dining space that offers an exclusive and intimate setting for drinks receptions and private dining. Adjacent to The Stables Bar, this dark wood-panelled, candlelit room exudes a warm and inviting ambience, perfect for creating memorable experiences. The extensive drink list, curated by award-winning Bar Manager Angelo Lo Grecco, features expertly crafted cocktails known for their innovative combinations and elegant presentation. The Stables Bar also offers a curated selection of fine wines, beers and spirits. Executive Chef Daniel Putz's menu reflects a contemporary take on classic bar food, elevated by premium ingredients and innovative techniques. Small plates designed for sharing encourage a relaxed dining atmosphere, making it ideal for social gatherings. |
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
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