St. Michael's Manor

Al Fresco Afternoon Tea inspired by Jo Malone London
2026-06-28 12:30 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | St Michael’s Manor Hotel, United Kingdom
Join Jo Malone London on a fragrant journey and discover their most-loved scents.

Sunday 28th June | From 12:30pm
Join Jo Malone London on a fragrant journey and discover their most-loved scents. From wonderfully unexpected colognes and atmospheric home scents to indulgent bath and body delights.
Enjoy the ambiance at St Michael’s Manor Hotel while immersing yourself in fragrance discovery guided by Jo Malone London’s expert stylists, all while indulging in a delectable afternoon tea.
Inspired by Jo Malone London’s new collection, this one-day event brings together the artistry of scent and taste. Our chefs have carefully curated an afternoon tea menu that reflects the notes and character of the collection, creating a sensory experience that unfolds with every course.
The Experience
Begin your afternoon with a welcome drink as you arrive into the gardens, before taking your seat for a beautifully presented afternoon tea.
Expect freshly baked scones, delicate finger sandwiches, and handcrafted pastries, each element thoughtfully designed to complement the seasonal inspiration behind the event.
Throughout the afternoon, guests will also have the opportunity to explore and shop Jo Malone London’s latest collection, with the brand present on the day to guide you through the fragrances and their stories.
What’s Included

Arrival drink on the lawn
Full afternoon tea experience
A Jo Malone London Scented Surprise and £20 redeemable* against purchase on the day
Access to explore and shop the new collection in a relaxed garden setting

Event Details

12:30pm – Arrival drinks
1:00pm – Afternoon tea is served
Afternoon – Relax, explore the gardens and discover the Jo Malone collection
4:00pm – Event closes

Ticket Information
£75 per person
Limited availability
Additional Notes

Outdoor event (weather permitting, with indoor alternative available)
Pre-booking required via ticket sale
Please inform us of any dietary requirements upon booking

Sip & Paint at St Michael's Manor Hotel
2026-09-11 13:00 - 16:00
Thursday 11th September 2026 | 1pm – 4pm | £49 per person
Join us this September for an afternoon of creativity, conversation and indulgence at St Michael’s Manor Hotel.
Hosted within our elegant Orangery (or our outdoor Summer House, weather permitting) and led by local artist Jo Bird, our Sip & Paint experience is designed for complete beginners and budding artists alike. No previous experience is required, just a willingness to slow down, pick up a paintbrush, and enjoy the process.
Set against the backdrop of our beautiful gardens and lake, you’ll be guided through creating your own landscape painting, from the first pencil sketch through to applying colour and bringing your artwork to life.
The emphasis isn’t on perfection. It’s about taking time for yourself, learning something new, and enjoying a relaxed afternoon in good company.
What’s included

Welcome glass of prosecco on arrival
Freshly baked scones, with cream, jam and tea
Guided painting session with local artist Jo Bird
Canvas, paints, and all materials provided
Your finished artwork to take home

Perfect For

Friends looking for a unique afternoon out
Mothers and daughters
Couples looking for a creative date
Solo guests wanting to meet like-minded people
Anyone who has always wanted to paint but never known where to start

Capacity is limited to 30 guests to ensure a personal and enjoyable experience.
We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of creativity at St Michael’s Manor Hotel.
Event Agenda
1:00pm: Arrival and welcome prosecco
1:30pm: Guided painting workshop with Jo Bird begins
2:30pm: Tea & scones are served
3:00pm: Final touches and finishing your artwork
4:00pm: Event concludes

About Jo Bird
St Michael’s Manor Hotel welcomes St Albans based illustrator Jo Bird, who will be taking a paint and sip within our grounds. Jo is a professional illustrator with an enviable client list including the likes of Liberty, Harrods, The Sanderson, Molton Brown and many more. She paints live portraits at events, in under 10 minutes. These flattering keepsakes customers then take home to frame. She also paints on leather, most recognisably for her work with Marc Jacobs which saw her paint dog portraits onto handbags. Jo has illustrated for some amazing parties including the odd celebrity! A collaboration with luxury fragrance house, Diptyque, saw Jo running masterclasses in how to paint still lifes and even the much more challenging figure in motion! Jo will talk you through step by step on how to paint the particular scene from the grounds of St Michael’s, so you will leave with your very own masterpiece.
