An afternoon of elegance and connection: Ladies Lunch Club at Tottington Manor

The Ladies Lunch Club recently gathered at the picturesque Tottington Manor, nestled in the heart of the South Downs, for a refined afternoon tea that combined elegant surroundings, relaxed networking and a generous helping of indulgence. The event offered a welcome opportunity to slow down, connect and enjoy the best of Sussex hospitality in truly charming surroundings.

Tottington Manor, just outside Henfield, proved to be the ideal location for the Ladies Lunch Club. Surrounded by rolling countryside and full of classic character, the venue was warm and inviting, with beautiful views and a calm atmosphere. Afternoon tea was served outside in the open decking area.

The staff were attentive and welcoming, offering guests a glass of fizz or a cup of tea on arrival. Throughout the afternoon, service was friendly and efficient, without ever feeling rushed.

A classic afternoon tea

The food itself was delightful. Presented on traditional three-tiered stands, the tea was a lovely mix of sweet and savoury. Finger sandwiches featured classics such as smoked salmon, cucumber and chicken —all fresh and generously filled. The warm scones, served with proper clotted cream and strawberry jam, were a particular highlight.

The sweet selection included dainty brownies, delicious fruit tarts and macarons, all beautifully presented and just the right size for sampling a bit of everything. A wide choice of teas was available, with refills offered regularly, and special dietary requirements were catered for without any fuss.

Meaningful networking

What sets the Ladies Lunch Club apart is the relaxed and inclusive atmosphere it creates; this is networking without the pressure. Around 20 women attended, representing a range of professions including finance, marketing, creative industries, and legal. Conversations flowed easily, and the event felt more like catching up with friends than a formal business meet-up.

During the conversation, we discovered Emma Cleary, Alison Jones and Mary Kemp were all finalists at The Dynamic Business Awards. Sally Mouhim has been promoted to partner at Rix & Kay after six months in the business and Victoria Jackson has been promoted to Senior Associate at Cripps. Congratulations again to all you ladies.

The seating was arranged to encourage conversation, with plenty of opportunity to move about and chat with different people. It was clear that the focus was on building genuine relationships, not just swapping business cards.

Thank you!

Thank you to all the staff at Tottington Manor. We could not have been looked after any better.

Thanks also to Little Jasmine Spa and Therapies for your chair massages, which were such a treat in such a beautiful setting.

Thank you, Pippa Moyles, for sharing your fantastic work and upcoming projects at City Girl network.

Thank you Rix & Kay for being our wonderful sponsor, these events would not happen without your continued support.