Detailed Timings

The official date and time for the event is Sunday, 13th July, from 2 - 8 pm. However, we won’t kick you out at the end if you wish to hang around and continue to socialise (although we may turn down the music out of courtesy to our neighbours).

If you wish to change at the premises, you are welcome to arrive from 1 pm by prior arrangement to change (please see the entry for changing).

If you’ve requested a makeover, these will start from 1 pm.

We aim to serve food from about 4 pm.

Who Can Attend the Garden Party

We welcome anyone from the transgender community and the wider LGBT+ communities, their family, friends and allies of any age, race, sexuality and gender.

Please note that this is a family social event, so we ask that you behave appropriately. We will not tolerate any form of transphobia, homophobia, racism or sexism - anyone behaving in this manner will be asked to leave.

Dress Code

Please wear what you feel comfortable wearing! However, why not take the chance to dress up? We suggest that ladies opt for a nice summer dress; gentlemen may consider a smart casual shirt and trousers.

Please note that this is a casual event in a family home: we ask that you avoid overly sexual or fetish clothing.

Makeovers

If you need or want a makeover, Mikayla and Brandy will be available to do your makeup. Please pre-book a 30-minute appointment with the makeup artists when requesting your ticket. The cost of a makeover is £40.

If you request a makeover, we’ll also ask you to let us know when you’d like your makeup done. Please note that the timing is approximate, but we’ll do our best to ensure your makeup looks fabulous.

Please arrive for your session shaved and washed.

Changing

We are happy to provide somewhere to change (either before and/or after the event). You are welcome to arrive from one o’clock to change. We have two bedrooms and a bathroom for people to get changed and do their makeup (although why not treat yourself and take advantage of one of our makeup artists?).

Please note that you may need to share the changing area with others changing for the event; please arrange between yourselves if you need privacy.

Find Us

Richard is based in rural Kent near Wrotham village, a short distance from the M20, M25 and M26 motorways. As a rough guide, the location is about 25-30 minutes from the Dartford Crossing and within easy reach of those travelling from Essex, London, Surrey and Sussex.

Parking

Parking at the property is limited and will be reserved for those with limited mobility; if this applies, please let us know in advance so that we can reserve a space for you.

Others will be able to park a very short walk away in two visitor parking areas on the road. Nicola has volunteered to assist with parking and will guide you as to where to park. Please note that if the event is well attended, we may need to box you in.

Public Transport

If you are coming by public transport, we are close to the following stations:

• Kemsing (2 miles away) - hourly trains from London Victoria
• Borough Green & Wrotham (3 miles away) - hourly trains from London Charing Cross and twice hourly trains from London Victoria
• Sevenoaks (6 miles away) - regular trains from London

Local Hotels

Bull Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel dating back to the 15th century, located in Wrotham (£££) - distance 1.6 miles

Holiday Inn at Wrotham Heath (££), distance 3.2 miles

Premier Inn at Wrotham Heath (££), distance 3.4 miles

Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa, a luxury hotel situated behind Brands Hatch race track in West Kingsdown (££££), distance 5.2 miles