The Petersham Hotel
Richmond (Surrey), Surrey

Standing high on Richmond Hill, in the heart of 'London's Country', The Petersham commands breathtaking views over the River Thames and surrounding Petersham Meadows. 60 classically styled rooms, most with river views, and the Petersham Penthouse. There are also several elegant rooms for private dining and business meetings. The Petersham is licensed for civil ceremonies and is perfect for first night honeymooners. The award winning Restaurant is open everyday to everyone, with 'two rosette' cooking from Head Chef Alex Bentley. The Elvetham in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire. A sister to The Petersham.

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Richmond is an affluent suburb in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames in South West London. It is located 8.3 miles (13.4 km) west south-west of Charing Cross in central London. The district sits on the south side of the River Thames opposite St. Margarets, but because of the way the river twists around it, Richmond town is actually north-east of Richmond Bridge. It is very popular in summer with university rowing teams and tourists strolling along the bankside. Henry VII was fond of Richmond Castle in Yorkshire. When a fire accidentally destroyed his manor in Sheen in 1497 he built a palace there and re-named it Richmond in 1501. The name Sheen is now used for the eastern end of Richmond town. Many people assume that the folk song "Lass of Richmond Hill" refers to Richmond Upon Thames, but it originated in the Yorkshire Richmond. In William Shakespeare's "Richard III", and in "Henry VI part 3", Henry VII is referred to as Richmond. This is because he was Earl of Richmond. This Richmond was the source of the name chosen for Richmond, Virginia, and the two Richmonds are sister cities.