An English Summer in Full Bloom: Chapel Down x The Stafford London

Hidden within the elegant brickwork of St James’s Place, just moments from the bustle of Green Park, The Stafford London offers a rare find in central London — a courtyard terrace that feels utterly secluded, effortlessly refined, and perfectly pitched for a high-summer afternoon. Now elevated by an exclusive partnership with Chapel Down, England’s leading producer, the Chapel Down Terrace is an unmissable celebration of seasonal simplicity, exceptional wine, and timeless British hospitality.


Running until 31st August, this serene retreat is set within the hotel’s private courtyard — a space that feels more Mediterranean villa than Mayfair hideaway. It’s a rare kind of calm in the capital, where time slows, glasses sparkle, and the wine flows with easy charm.

The Taste of English Elegance


Chapel Down’s award-winning portfolio takes centre stage across a tailored wine list designed for laid-back luxury. Signature pours include the crisp Chapel Down Brut Reserve 2021 and the ever-refreshing Chapel Down Rosé Reserve 2021, an exquisite pour, brimming with notes of strawberry, cherry and redcurrant. A refined collection of still whites and rosés rounds out the list, offering something to suit every mood, from early afternoon apéritif to golden-hour celebration.


For those seeking something spirited and seasonal, the Hugo Spritz brings a refreshing lift. Light, floral, and laced with elderflower and mint, it’s a nod to European terrace culture, made unmistakably British with the flair of The Stafford’s expert bartenders.


Al Fresco Dining, The Stafford Way


No great wine list is complete without an equally considered food menu — and here, the team at The American Bar have crafted an offering that’s relaxed yet elevated. Small plates include Mac & Cheese Bites served golden and melting, and Jersey Rock Oysters sourced fresh and served with minimal adornment to allow their natural flavour to shine. This is food designed to complement the wine and the setting: nothing overcomplicated, everything perfectly formed. It’s the sort of menu that encourages long lunches and languid evenings, shared plates and spontaneous toasts.

An Urban Escape with Country House Charm


With its spacious courtyard, the Chapel Down Terrace carries the charm of a countryside escape — yet it’s just minutes from the heart of Mayfair. Open daily from noon until early evening, it’s ideal for a business lunch with polish, a mid-afternoon pause while shopping, or simply an elegant place to enjoy the height of summer with a chilled glass in hand. Whether you arrive for a quick drink or stay for hours, the terrace never rushes you. Service is intuitive, atmosphere discreet, and the setting gently luxurious — everything one hopes for in a London summer that values restraint over razzle.

 

Details
 📍 The Stafford London, 16–18 St James’s Place, London SW1A 1NJ
🕛 Open daily from 12pm to 9pm
🗓 Runs until 31st August
📩 Bookings via: dining@thestaffordlondon.com
🌐 thestaffordlondon.com

 

In a season awash with rooftop revelry and hurried glasses, the Chapel Down Terrace at The Stafford offers a different kind of summer experience — one defined by stillness, elegance and the quiet joy of a perfectly poured glass of English wine.

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