London’s Claridge’s hotel, recently announced a collaboration with country estate and working farm The Newt in Somerset. The two-week partnership will display grand installations, produce-packed menus, a stay and apples aplenty for all guests.

Launching May 18 and through May 31, the collaboration unveils a sculptural installation, “A Farm in Mayfair,” that brings The Newt’s rural idyll to Claridge’s Art Deco lobby. The sculptural tower of woven willow has been curated by The Newt’s team and crafted by British artisans. A collection of animals includes water buffalo, British White cattle, a stag, a ram, ewes and chickens, all ascending skyward. The installation culminates in a single egg at its peak. Sculptures will also flank the entrance to The Foyer restaurant and on the Deco façade of the hotel.

© The Newt in Somerset, Claridge’s

“We are honoured to invite our friends at The Newt to Claridge’s for the start of the summer season, when London is buzzing and in full bloom,” said Thomas Kochs, managing director, Claridge’s. “Once again, in true Claridge’s tradition, our famous lobby will be the centrepiece, coming alive with creative flair, visual splendour and a few surprises for guests and visitors.”

During the partnership, guests at Claridge’s can also expect a hallway of apples, to which visitors can help themselves. Fragrant green Granny Smith apples will intersperse with flashes of gold.

The menus in The Foyer and Reading Room will feature ingredients from The Newt’s estate, including heritage tomatoes; buffalo mozzarella; estate-reared British White beef and lamb; and seasonal rhubarb, strawberry and apple. Claridge’s Bar will serve The Newt’s Cyder and a special edition Claridge’s X The Newt tote bag will be available from both hotel’s on-site and online shops.

© The Newt in Somerset, Claridge’s

“This collaboration is a celebration of our values, with both hotels sharing a commitment to excellence, hospitality and artistry,” said Andrew Foulkes, CEO of Hospitality, The Newt in Somerset. “To see the spirit of The Newt – from our produce to our deep sense of place – brought to life at Claridge’s is very special, bringing a taste of Somerset to the heart of Mayfair during Britain’s most iconic flower show.”

Guests can book a special Claridge’s X The Newt Stay in Mayfair, with bed and breakfast, three courses in The Foyer, and welcome gifts from The Newt. Rates start from around $1,655. Learn more.