GBB March 2024

Ellie Smith
March 09, 2024

Dear Reader,

March is upon us and that, of course, means Cheltenham Festival. Here’s everything you need to know to follow the landmark event on the racing calendar, including what to wear. Plus, we look forward to the 2024 social season – which events have you got in your diary? And enter our competition to win a two-night stay at the luxurious Norton Park Hotel & Spa in beautiful Hampshire.

Until next month!

WHAT’S EXCITING ME THIS MONTH

Your Guide to Cheltenham Festival 2024

The most prestigious jump racing event of the year returns this month, running from 12–15 March 2024. Here’s everything you need to know

Francesca Cumani for Troy London

What to Wear to Cheltenham Festival

Outfit inspiration coming in thick and fast – think classic country favourites, with a cool contemporary twist

Boodles is Sponsoring the Gold Cup

The British jeweller is continuing its long-standing support of the Cheltenham Festival by sponsoring the Gold Cup for another year

Your Ultimate Guide to Raceday Attire

From Cheltenham to Ascot, here’s how to nail your racing look

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Wondering where to see and be seen this social season? Check out our full guide to the British social calendar 2024.

Great British Brands 2024

Buy your copy of The Human Issue now or read the digital issue here

ON OUR RADAR

Brilliant British brands we're loving this month

Highclere Thoroughbred Racing offers innovative and successful racehorse syndicates

Christys’ Hats: The godfather of British hatmaking

Ascot Racecourse has been a pillar of British sporting and social culture since 1711

James Purdey & Sons is reimagining a proud heritage brand for the future

Jade Holland Cooper, founder of Holland Cooper

Favourite British brand? I love Boodles jewellery; its pieces are so classy and elegant.
Hero? I am such a royalist. The Princess of Wales is my ultimate style icon, and it was such a career highlight for me when she was first seen wearing Holland Cooper.
Weekend? A weekend in the Cotswolds. I love being outdoors and going for walks with my children.
Shop? Fortnum & Mason is such a timeless brand, offering a beautiful range of British classics, from interiors to food and drink
Undiscovered gem? I would have to say Dunkertons Park, close to the Holland Cooper flagship boutique; it has become a Cheltenham hot spot, hosting an array of events from yoga to craft markets, and DJ and acoustic sets.
Idiosyncrasy? How we love to talk about the weather.
Band? The Rolling Stones.
Car? Anyone who knows me knows how much I love cars. My favourite British cars would either be Morgan, for is classic cars and Land Rover as it is so classic and timeless.
Book? I highly admire Jilly Cooper and how she brings together Britishness and equestrianism. I also love reading to my children. Julia Donaldson is a firm favourite in our house, and I can’t wait to introduce them to JK Rowling’s Harry Potter series. My favourite autobiography at the moment is Jo Malone’s, she is a truly inspiring female entrepreneur.

Holland Cooper is the official fashion partner of the Cheltenham Festival. Discover more about Holland Cooper at countryandtownhouse.com…

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Beautiful bags crafted in the UK, homeware to raise money for the Prince’s Trust, and louche loungewear to elevate your downtime

Win A Stay At Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House

Want to leave your worries behind and enjoy a relaxing staycation? We’ve got you covered: here’s your chance to win a two-night stay ay the gorgeous Norton Park Hotel, Spa & Manor House. Read on for the details…

GBB March 2024