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How to find us

Longhope, Newton Valence, Hampshire, GU34 3RB

Nearest Train: Alton, Station Rd, Alton GU34 2PZ (Approximately 8 miles away)

Taxis: 0845 003 5205

There is complimentary on-site parking.

Attending a Performance

The festivities begin two hours prior to the show, allowing guests ample time to savour refreshments, explore the grounds, and enjoy chamber music performances. A drinks reception follows, where you can relish a glass of fizz and soak in the celebratory atmosphere before taking your seats in the auditorium. 

A leisurely 90-minute dining interval follows the first act, during which you can partake in one of our dining experiences. 

After dinner, the opera resumes against the backdrop of a setting sun, and guests are welcome to stay for digestifs or desserts until the grounds close at 10.30 pm.

The cast of a theatrical performance standing on stage, dressed in colorful costumes, receiving applause from the audience.

Table Reservations

  • For an additional charge, we have a limited number of decorated round tables in our Dining Marquee on the Old Tennis Court that you can reserve. Positioned in a prime location, these tables offer the best views of the South Downs and can comfortably accommodate parties of six, eight, and ten people. Your reservation includes a tablecloth, water, and flowers for added elegance. 

  • Guests with reserved tables can either relish their own hampers or indulge in a three-course meal, served by attentive waiting-staff. We kindly request that tables take a collective decision as to how to dine, to ensure seamless service. If you are attending as a couple and wish to dine with our caterers, we will reserve you spaces on a table of six with two other couples. Crockery and glassware will be provided and there will be a small selection of wines available for diners.

Unreserved Tables

  • You are welcome to bring your own hamper and find a spot on the lush lawns to enjoy a picnic.

  • If you prefer a table, communal trestle tables in our Dining Marquee on the Old Tennis Court await, providing a cool and dry setting.

  • A man with glasses, wearing a black satin kimono-style robe with white accents, stands with arms raised and mouth open as if singing or speaking passionately against a black-and-white patterned wall.

  • An aerial view of a large estate with a mansion, surrounded by trees, tents, and open fields, possibly for an outdoor event or gathering.

  • A young man in a blue sports shirt with Italian flag patches kneels on a mat, gesturing with his right hand, next to a large teal and purple backpack.

  • Two elderly men walking towards an event booth with a woman selling items, seen through a natural framing of tree branches and leaves.

  • A young woman with long, wavy brown hair playing a violin during an orchestra rehearsal or performance.

  • Conductor leading an orchestra during a performance, with musicians playing violins, cellos, and wind instruments, on a stage with a backdrop featuring a band of performers.

  • A large event tent on a grassy hill with several people inside and outside, set against a backdrop of trees and a partly cloudy sky.

Accessibility

Longhope Opera is held in an outdoor, rural setting. Please note:

  • The ground is uneven in places and may be challenging for those with limited mobility.

  • There is no designated disabled parking on site, however guests can be dropped off and picked up at the top of the drive.

  • Our team is very happy to assist where possible. For any accessibility queries or to discuss specific needs, please contact us at scherzoensemble@outlook.com.