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It’s a celebration 2019-20
It’s a celebration2019-20
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This is your celebration...
Are you looking for the perfect place to get together with friends, a countrysideretreat for Christmas itself, or a truly unforgettable way to see in the New Year?
Then join us for festive celebrations filled with sparkle and cheer.We’ll even have the ideal spot for Great-Aunty Mary’s mid-afternoon snooze –
in the comfy wingback just in front of our crackling log burner.
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Chatting over a Christmas cocktail in the bar. Tucking intoa lovingly prepared lunch or dinner in relaxed surroundings.Enjoying the soundest of slumbers in one of our oh-so-comfyHypnos beds.
Your Christmas get-together is a great opportunity to showyour friends, family and colleagues how much you value them…and we’ll gladly look after any number of you – up to 200 in fact.
Earl of Warwick & Duke of Gloucester
Let us introduce you to our Earl and our Duke – two very specialsettings for private dining. Both found in the old manor house,with huge windows and traditional décor with a sprinkling ofluxury, they’re just right for a smaller, celebratory meal forup to 20 guests.
Cotswolds Suite, Berkeley Bar& Terrace
Our sparkly Cotswolds Suite, with floor-to-ceiling windowslooking out over the surrounding countryside, glittering chandeliers,colour-change lighting, multiscreen video wall and top-of-the-rangesound system, is a cracking spot for your Christmas celebrations.
Add to this the adjoining exclusive-use Berkeley Bar & Terrace,with its sumptuous furnishings and outdoor wood-firedpizza oven – perfect for chestnut-roasting and marshmallow-toasting – you’ll feel slightly smug at having found sucha magical setting.
The Cotswolds Suite is ideal for private lunches, dinnersor parties of up to 200 guests.
Food, glorious food
Locally-sourced, freshly-prepared and beautifully-presented.Whether you choose your feast from our festive menu or preferchatting to our head chef and events team to find somethingthat’s bespoke to you and your guests, you can be sure of a treat.
Festive Lunches
2 courses – £25 per person3 courses – £30 per person
Festive Dinners
2 courses – £30 per person3 courses – £35 per person
Available from 29th NovemberChoose from the festive feasting menu over the page.
What’s the rush?
At the end of the day, our individually-designed historic suitesand 84 Just Right & Touch of Class rooms await, with plumpHypnos beds ready for you to dive into after all the excitement.
The following morning, tuck into a hearty Cotswolds breakfastwith plenty to enjoy before heading home. How about a relaxingspa treatment, round of golf or just cosy up in front of theroaring fire?
There’s a party going on right here
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We love throwing a good bash and at Christmas time we goall out. Imagine the warmest of welcomes, the liveliest ofatmospheres and food so tasty you’ll be secretly sweepingyour finger across your plate.
Our party nights are £45 per person, including eveningentertainment.
Party night dates: Friday 29th and Saturday 30th November,Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, Friday 13th, Saturday 14th,Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December.
Fancy staying over?
With plenty of rooms – all with the comfiest of beds and greatshowers – relaxing indoor pool and aromatherapy steam room,plus outdoor hot tub and barrel sauna, not to mention theplump sofas and pamper-tastic spa treatment rooms,why rush off when the party’s over?
Overnight stays for all party night dates
Just Right Room – £115 bed & breakfastTouch of Class Room – £140 bed & breakfastIndulgent Suite – £200 bed & breakfastOpulent Suite – £250 bed & breakfast
Prices are for two people sharing in conjunction with party nights.We recommend booking accommodation when confirming yourtickets. A £10 non-refundable deposit per person is required whenbooking and we’ll need the full balance 4 weeks before the event.
Festive afternoon tea
Festive afternoon tea – £20 per personWith a glass of mulled wine – £22 per personWith a glass of Champagne Taittinger Nocturne – £26 per person
Christmas is surely the time for some guilt-free indulgence, and what betterthan a festive afternoon tea? Imagine a river of tea (or coffee, if you prefer),savoury treats and a tower of sweet decadence. To top it off, how about aglass each of bubbles, or steaming mulled wine? It is Christmas, after all.
Sunday brunch
Our bountiful Sunday brunches have been quite a hit this year, withan array of savoury delights, a Willy Wonka-style chocolate fountaincentre stage and the obligatory spread of Sunday papers to be savouredwith bottomless tea and coffee.
During December, why not tuck into brunch with a festive twist?11.30am-3pm every Sunday... we’re expecting it to be popular,so it’d be a good idea to book ahead.
Festive Sunday brunch – £20 per personWith a glass of Prosecco – £25 per person
The perfect pressie
Ditch the dull socks and ties, and treat your nearest and dearestto something a little more indulgent this Christmas. Whetherit’s a 60-minute spa treatment of their choice, a night of opulencein one of our historic suites, or a decadent three-course feast inour Mint restaurant, a Tewkesbury Park gift voucher is sure to delight.
Festive feasting menu
Let’s get going...
Curried yellow lentil soup (V)Onion bhaji
Wild game terrineWhisky-soaked prunes & apple chutney, toasted brioche
South Coast pickled mackerel escabecheBeetroot & orange salad, wasabi mayonnaise, sea herbs
Bring on the main course...
Roasted Cotswold turkey, stuffing, pigs in blankets,turkey gravyorPan-fried guinea fowl supreme, wild mushroom sauceorBaked fillet of salmon, herb hollandaiseGlazed seasonal local root vegetables, spiced red cabbage,Brussels sprouts, roast potatoesorWild mushroom, spinach and paneer koftas (V)Chickpea masala curry, tamarind sauce
Give me something sweet...
Granny McIntosh’s Christmas puddingBrandy sauce
Dark chocolate and hazelnut praliné mousseSalted caramel ice cream
Passion fruit curd tartBlood orange sorbet
Coffee or tea with mini mince pies
Please inform a member of our team if you have any food allergiesor intolerances. We’ll happily discuss suitable options with you.
We’re going tocelebrate yourparty with you
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It’s up to you,what’s your pleasure?
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3-night Christmas Retreat
From the glistening gold wreath above our blazing log burner to thecosy hot water bottle in your room, Christmas with us is like home,but better. While you snuggle in and make yourself comfortable,we’ll be merrily plumping pillows, stoking the fire and creatinglip-smackingly tasty drinks and treats for you to enjoy with familyand friends… after all, isn’t that what Christmas is all about?
Christmas Eve
24th December – quite possibly the most exciting day of the year.While we’re as busy as Santa’s elves making sure everything’s just so,you can take your time settling in and exploring before tucking intoa festive afternoon tea in one of our sumptuous lounges.
Spare time before dinner? If you’re feeling energetic there’s ourwell-stocked gym for a quick workout, outdoor hot tub for a dipor even a spot of golf if you fancy sneaking in a cheeky round.Not your cup of tea? There’s plenty of comfy sofas, magazines andboard games perfect for winding down with family and friends.
Christmas Eve just isn’t Christmas Eve without a festive film, so we’llbe showing a Christmas classic that suits all ages on the multiscreenvideo wall of our Cotswolds Suite… with plenty of popcorn andhot chocolate with marshmallows, of course… onesies optional.
Then it’s time for drinks and canapés, and the chance to meet yourfellow guests before settling in for a seasonal three-course mealin our restaurant.
Bring your goodtimes and yourlaughter too Christmas Day
What better way to start the big day than with a bountiful breakfasttopped off with a glass of festive fizz? Presents pre- or post-lunch?It’s up to you, and whenever you choose we’ve got the perfect settingaround our glittering tree. Christmas definitely calls for Champagne,so you’ll enjoy a glass of Taittinger before tucking into a traditionalfestive four-course lunch in our restaurant. Don’t worry if you fancya snooze in front of the fire, we’ve got just the spot for you.
If you love the best of British, we’ll be showing the Queen’s Speech,accompanied by a generous slice of Christmas cake… home-made,of course. Somehow there always seems to be a bit of room leftfor some evening nibbles, so we’ll be serving a relaxed buffet withan array of local produce for you to savour.
Boxing Day
An easy laid-back morning with an extended brunch beforeyou decide how to spend your day. Fancy a bracing walk onthe nearby Cotswold Escarpment, a trip to the sales in RegencyCheltenham or a rejuvenating spa treatment? The choice isyours. Then it’s time to don your cocktail dress or sharpest tuxand prepare yourselves for an evening of Nice & Sloe cocktails,sumptuous dining and toe-tapping with blow-your-mindentertainment from party band, The Time Bandits.
Friday 27th December
Time to say goodbye… but be sure to squeeze ina Cotswolds breakfast before you leave.
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Christmas Day lunch menuTo start...
Caramelised Jerusalem artichoke soup (V)Roasted pear and almond granola
Glazed duck breast and fig saladPort wine reduction, wilted pak choi, crispy Parmesan crumb
Spiced Salcombe crab cakesRed pepper mayonnaise, Asian slaw
The main event...
Roasted Cotswold turkeyorForest of Dean venison loinChestnut, sage and onion stuffing, pigs in blankets, glazed localroot vegetables, Brussels sprouts, roast potatoes, gravy
Grilled fillet of lemon soleSaffron confit potatoes, charred tenderstem,tomato concasse, beurre blanc
Roasted root vegetable and Gorgonzola Wellington (V)White wine braised leeks, truffle cream sauce
Perfect puds...
Granny McIntosh’s Christmas puddingBrandy sauce
Dark chocolate tart, vanilla-preserved cherriesCherry sorbet
Caramelised apple terrine, rum and raisin dressingCinnamon ice cream
Don’t forget the cheese...
Three Counties local cheese selectionCotswold Organic Brie, Alex James’ ‘Blue Monday’, Hereford Hop,Rosary Ash Goat’s Cheese, home-made chutney, grapes,fresh honeycomb and artisan biscuits
Coffee or tea and mini mince pies
Please inform a member of our team if you have any food allergiesor intolerances. We’ll happily discuss suitable options with you.
Prices
3-night Christmas retreat, 24th–27th December
Just Right Room – £876Touch of Class Room – £966Indulgent Suite – £1,146Opulent Suite – £1,446
Indulgent and Opulent Suites will enjoy their very ownChristmas tree. If you’d like a tree in one of our Just Rightor Touch of Class Rooms we’ll happily arrange this for you,with a small charge of £30 per tree.
The tariff for our Christmas house party is for two people sharing.Rates are fully inclusive of all specified meals, drinks receptions andentertainment. Other food and drink, spa treatments and golf onour 18-hole course are charged as extra unless stated. The Christmasretreat offers guests the opportunity to meet and socialise with otherguests. A non-refundable deposit of £150 per person is requiredto secure the booking, with full balance due by 12th November.
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Monday 30th December
It’s all about celebrating, so start as you mean to go on with adecadent afternoon tea and Prosecco when you arrive. Once you’vemade yourself at home, why not join us for a gin tasting withfamily-owned Chase Distillery? The experience will take youthrough their unique field to bottle process and you’ll have achance to taste some of their award-winning products. Afterwards,tuck into a locally-sourced, three-course dinner, lovingly preparedby our head chef and his talented team. A great way to warm upfor New Year’s Eve.
New Year’s Eve –Tuesday 31st December
It’s the last day of the year and we intend to make it a day toremember. Easy does it in the morning, with a leisurely breakfastbefore embarking on whatever takes your fancy. If it’s a bright,crisp winter’s morning, how about a round of golf or brisk walkthrough the stunning countryside?
Prefer to cosy up indoors? There’s plenty to enjoy, whether it’sa pampering session in the spa, time in our outdoor hot tubor barrel sauna, or a warming cup of coffee in front of the fire.
Then to the main event – we’re confident we’ll knock yoursocks off with a Champagne and canapés reception, a five-coursefeast with the pick of local produce, a fantastic live band anda breath-taking fireworks display at the stroke of midnight.
Oh, and don’t forget your finest flapper frock and pinstripe suit –this year we’ve opted for a Great Gatsby theme.
New Year’s Day –Wednesday 1st January
Feeling a little delicate? We’ve just the tonic you need –a relaxed brunch with bubbles and as much time as you canspare lounging in front of the fire before heading home.
Prices
2-night New Year retreat 30th December–1st January 2020
Just Right Room – £675Touch of Class Room – £725Indulgent Suite – £825Opulent Suite – £925
The tariff for our New Year House Party is for two peoplesharing. Rates are inclusive of all specified meals, drinksreceptions and entertainment. Other food and drink, golf on our18-hole course and spa treatments are charged as extra unlessstated within the programme. The New Year programme offersguests the opportunity to meet and socialise with other guestsA non-refundable deposit of £150 per person is required tosecure the booking and the full balance is due by 17th November.
Not quite ready to head home?Why not join us for an extra night?
Just Right Room – £110Touch of Class Room – £135Indulgent Suite – £180Opulent Suite – £250
Prices are based on two people sharing and includea hearty Cotswolds breakfast.
A celebration to lastthroughout the year
New Year’s Eve gala dinnerDrinks and canapés
To start...
Golden squash ravioli & Gorgonzola (V)Butternut squash broth, toasted almonds, pickled onion
Seafood for seconds...
Devon crab & Gloucester Old SpotHandpicked white crab remoulade, brown crab mayonnaise,caramelised pork belly, apple, sea herbs, pork scratchings
Vegetarian second course...
Curried onion bhaji, free range Scotch egg (V)Cheltenham beetroot and chilli jam, yoghurt mint sauce
The main event...
Roast whole saddle of Welsh lambPotato bake, pistachio and wild garlic stuffing,glazed winter vegetables, tomato jusorWild mushroom and shallot pastry (V)Garlic spinach purée, aubergine chutney, heritage tomatoes
Pudding...
70% dark chocolate and amaretto crémeuxRuby chocolate shard, caramel cream, blood orange sorbet
Don’t forget the cheese...
Three Counties local cheese selectionCotswold Organic Brie, Alex James’ ‘Blue Monday’,Hereford Hop, Rosary Ash Goat’s Cheese, home-madechutney, grapes, fresh honeycomb and artisan biscuits
Coffee or tea and petits fours
Please inform a member of our team if you have any food allergiesor intolerances. We’ll happily discuss suitable options with you.
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The great escape
Join us between Christmas and the New Year for some seriousescapism.
Whether you’re relaxing in the spa with a Natural Spa Factory
treatment, sipping on a glass of Champagne Taittinger beforetucking into a three-course feast or heading out to see thebreathtaking Spectacle of Light, you can be sure of just thepick me up we often need after a busy festive period.
Celebrate good times
Seasonal Sparkle
One-night escape including a glass each of ChampagneTaittinger, decadent three-course feast, Cotswoldsbreakfast and either two 30-minute or one 60-minute spatreatment.
Priced at £95 per person based on two sharing.
Seasonal Spectacle
One-night escape including two tickets to see the fabulousSpectacle of Light* at nearby Sudeley Castle, a glass each ofChampagne Taittinger, three-course dinner brimming with localingredients and a hearty Cotswolds breakfast the following morning.
Priced at £95 per person based on two sharing.
*On selected evenings in December
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Midnight MassTewkesbury Abbey – 1 mileA little-known gem right in the heart of Tewkesbury and a stone’s throw from thehotel. The Abbey is simply breathtaking, particularly at Christmas time. It hostsa magical Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve – Mass starts at 11.30pm.
Aladdin pantomimeThe Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury – 1 mile30th November – 4th JanuaryChristmas just isn’t Christmas without a trip to the panto. Get ready to journey tothe Far East for an adventure like no other with this traditional family pantomime.
Horse racingCheltenham Racecourse – 8 miles13th-14th December & 1st JanuaryWhether you’re an avid race-goer or just fancy a flutter, Cheltenham Racecourse –voted the greatest racecourse in the world by ‘The Racing Post’ – is well wortha visit. There’s an added bonus too – it’s just on the edge of Cheltenham Spa –an elegant Regency spa town that’s a true delight to pop into for a coffeeor potter around the shops.
Wintry walksThe Malvern Hills – 10 milesWe’re surrounded by stunning countryside that’s perfect for a winter’s walk.This 8-mile ridge, situated within an area of outstanding natural beauty, offerssomething for everyone – from the very small to the more experienced hikers.Climb one (or more) of the stunning Malvern Hills and admire the view fromthe top… but be sure to wrap up warm – it can be chilly up there.
Christmas market & outdoor ice skatingGloucester Quays – 12 milesWith a great selection of shops, restaurants, the award-winning National WaterwaysMuseum and a fabulous Christmas market with outdoor ice rink, Gloucester Quaysis a great option for a festive day out.
