FAQs

What is Family Picnic?

Family Picnic is an annual summer event held at the Club. Members are welcome to bring along a picnic to enjoy during an evening of entertainment. This year there will be face painters, fairground rides, and inflatables, as well as donkey rides, a petting farm and a falconry display arena show followed by the Brentwood Imperial Youth Band.

 

When is Family Picnic?

Family Picnic is on Saturday 12 July from 4.30pm-10pm.

 

Do I need to bring my ticket with me to attend?

Yes, tickets must be brought to the event and scanned to permit entry. Tickets can be brought either as a printout or shown on a mobile.

 

What food and beverage options are available?

Members and guests may bring their own picnic to the Club for the event; however, there will also be a selection of hot food on the evening from the Barbecue, Lil Watan and Crepe Salut, as well as a selection of confectionery items including ice cream, popcorn and candy floss.

 

Can I bring my own drinks?

Yes. There will also be a selection of drink options available until 9.30pm on the night from the Polo Bar, Polo Bar Pop-Up Bar and Palm Court Bar.

 

What time should I arrive?

The Club gates will open at 4.30pm for ticket holders only. Last entrance to the event will be at 8pm.  There will be no re-admittance during the event.

 

Can I bring my dog?

Dogs are strongly discouraged.

 

Can I or my guests park my car at the Club?

Yes, but there will be limited spaces available as the Club will be very busy. Parking will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Guest car parking fees will not apply during this event. Please note that a one-way system will be in operation during this event, with entry via the Main Gate (Ranelagh Gardens) only. Parking is at your own risk, there are peacocks at the Club that have been known to peck and cause damage to vehicles, particularly during the summer months.

 

Can cars enter the Club at the Main Gate or Back Gate?

Due to the volume of traffic cars will only be able to enter the Club via the Main Gate. The Back Gate will be open for pedestrian access only. A one-way system will be enforced.

 

Can I order a taxi to pick me up?

Yes. Taxis will be directed to the Horseshoe, outside Main Reception, to collect passengers.

 

Will Family Picnic go ahead if it rains?

Yes, entertainment will take place even in wet weather.

 

Will we be inside if it is raining?

Yes, there will be seating available in the Clubhouse and the East Wing.