October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

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1 October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant & Spa middlethorpe.com Awarm welcome to this latest edition of What s On at Middlethorpe covering the Autumn and Winter seasons. True to the tradition of the Historic House Hotels, we continue to offer a high quality service with great style in a superb setting. We are committed to offering you all that you would expect in a country house with such a long and distinguished history.

2 Inside this issue 03 Friday 28th October Steak and Argentinian Wine 04 Wednesday 2nd November Christmas Shopping Open Day at Middlethorpe Spa 06 Friday 11th November Dinner with Frank 06 Friday 9th December The Floraganza with Carl Wilde 08 Sunday 11th December Piano Recital by Max Prasad 08 Friday 20th January Champagne Taittinger 09 Wednesday 1st February Portrait of a Lady Presented by History Wardrobe 09 Thursday 23rd February Gin Tasting and Dinner 10 Thursday 9th March Royal Horticultural Society Caring for Orchids 10 Friday 17th March Whisky Tasting Dinner 11 Friday 7th April Agatha Christie and Art Deco Presented by History Wardrobe 12 Health, beauty and bubbly A very special break 13 Middlethorpe Hall Gift Voucher ideas Lionel A. Chatard Director & General Manager It is always with pride and pleasure that I write the foreword to our bi-annual newsletters, this one covering the Autumn and Winter season 2016/17 and describing to you the cornucopia of events that we have organised to suit all tastes from gourmet Champagne dinners to gin tastings through garden tours and entertaining afternoons and evenings. The Autumn is my favourite season of the year, when the weather is ideal for long discovery walks and cycle rides through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside The North York Moors are my favourite slowly changing into a blaze of colours. Christmas is also around the corner with the City transforming into one of the most exciting and fun markets in this country and hosting several festivals do join us and enjoy some exceptional experiences in God s own County! Here at Middlethorpe Hall, our long-standing team and I are looking forward to welcoming you in our usual style: Ashley Binder, our Head Chef and his crew will provide the finest seasonal fare, locally sourced, served by our Head team lead by Liam Warwick our Restaurant Manager, and complemented by our award-winning wine list offering something to every palate. The Front of House Team managed by José Sanchez together with Michael Fawcett our Head Concierge and the expert Housekeeper Elaine Cuthbert also look forward to your visit and to providing you with a warm welcome and an enjoyable and memorable experience. 14 The Spa at Middlethorpe Hall special offers 16 Our sister hotels Please note that any special dietary request and payment in full should be made at the time of booking. 2 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017 PS: I was delighted to be able to join many Heads of Departments and members of the team to run the York 10K in August, when we raised money for Project Riandu a very worthwhile charity that I recommend you support if you are able to:

3 Friday 28th October Steak and Argentinian Wine Three Courses for the Price of Two This very special and popular offer is available until 30th November and again from 2nd January. 24 per person for a three-course luncheon from a menu designed by Head Chef Ashley Binder. Conditions: Available Monday to Friday excluding York race days, maximum 8 per table and not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Argentina is famed for the seductive Tango, the Malbec grape and for producing some of the world s finest beef. Helen MacKenzie of Condor Wines, will introduce Bodega Los Haroldos, one of Argentina s leading family-owned wineries, who have over 70 years experience making fine wines from premium vineyard sites in Mendoza. Reception drinks at 7:30 pm Lounge suit per person includes a three-course dinner and wines. Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/ twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Crab Ravioli chilli, ginger, crab bisque, coriander Hay-smoked Fillet of Waterford Farm Beef roast pumpkin, oxtail bon-bon, bone marrow and parsley crumb peppercorn sauce, triple cooked chips Black Fig Parfait elderberry pâté de fruits, fruits of the forest meringue, mascarpone sorbet October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE 3

4 Wednesday 2nd November Christmas Shopping Open Day at Middlethorpe Spa Jenni Canterbury from the luxury Harrogate-based NEOM Organics will tell us about this local company and the secret behind its success. Neom is the only brand dedicated to creating products that are 100% natural with true wellbeing benefits, proven to relieve stress, aid sleep, calm and relax, boost your energy or lift your mood. Complimentary mini-treatments will be available between 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm (please book an appointment) 15 per person includes sparkling wine and canapés. PLUS you will receive a 5 Voucher to be used when spending 50 or more on products on the day AND a 10 voucher towards any Neom treatment booked on the day. Please call Middlethorpe Spa on to book your visit and mini treatment. 4 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

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6 Friday 11th November Dinner with Frank MIDDLETHORPE HALL & SPA Gift Vouchers The perfect present Friday 9th December The Floraganza with Carl Wilde Phil Fryer sings the swing and love songs of SINATRA We are delighted to announce that Old Blue Eyes (Phil Fryer) is coming to Middlethorpe Hall to sing some of the most popular songs ever written, a quality tribute to the class and charisma of Frank Sinatra. Reception drinks at 7:30 pm Lounge suit includes a threecourse dinner and wines. Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Goats Cheese and Spinach Ravioli toasted pine-nuts, confit tomatoes, pesto Veal Osso Bucco creamed potato, roasted roots and parsley Tiramisu coffee ice-cream, chocolate tuille Back from their new home in France for the month of December, Carl Wilde and John Price will once again visit Middlethorpe Hall, their Favourite hotel in the whole world to present some stunning floral designs and update us on their lives on the Continent. Morning Coffee at 10:30 am Demonstration at 11:00 am Luncheon at 1:00 pm per person includes a three-course luncheon and wines. Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/ twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Leak and Potato Velouté puffed potato, chive oil 48-hour Braised Belly of Yorkshire Pork creamed potato, black pudding, caramelised apple Passion Fruit Tart coconut ice-cream, passion fruit meringue, coriander 6 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

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8 Sunday 11th December Piano Recital by Max Prasad MIDDLETHORPE HALL & SPA Gift Vouchers The perfect present Friday 20th January Champagne Taittinger Harrovian Max Prasad will once again enthral and delight an audience at this very popular event. Since we saw him last year Max has been selected to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in April 2017 as part of the Duet Philharmonic Orchestra. This eighteen year old prodigy will play, amongst other pieces, Debussy Jardin Sous La Pluie, Messiaen Plainte Calme and Rachmaninoff Prélude Op.3, No.2 in C # minor. Recital in the Grill Room at 3:30 pm Buffet Afternoon Tea at 4:15 pm per person Or per person with overnight accommodation (on Sunday 11th December) and Yorkshire breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Since 1932, Champagne Taittinger has grown and taken its place among the great Champagne Houses, imposing with audacity an innovative style particularly influenced by Chardonnay. UK Director Kevin McKee (pictured ) will present these world famous wines alongside a four-course dinner designed by Head Chef, Ashley Binder. Reception drinks at 7:00 pm Black Tie includes a four-course dinner and wines. Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/ twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Oysters and Canapés Potted Salmon watercress mousse, toasted sourdough Roasted Hand-dived Scallop dressed fennel, celeriac, yuzu Poussin and Black Truffle pomme mousseline, girolles, crispy chicken skin, roast chicken sauce Yorkshire Rhubarb vanilla poached rhubarb, white chocolate, pistachio 8 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

9 Wednesday 1st February Portrait of a Lady Presented by History Wardrobe MIDDLETHORPE HALL & SPA Gift Vouchers The perfect present Thursday 23rd February Gin Tasting and Dinner An enchanting view of the creation of beauty in portraits of the late 18th Century. Marvellous anecdotes about Georgian life and utterly sumptuous costumes make this a delightful artistic experience. Whether you re a fan of Sir Joshua Reynolds or Thomas Gainsborough, fashion, femininity and art history are all interwoven in a truly enthralling ensemble. This mirthful presentation will be followed by a delicious three-course luncheon with wines. Morning Coffee and home-made biscuits at 10:30 am Presentation at 11:00 am Drinks and luncheon at 12:30 pm per person includes a threecourse luncheon and wines Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Ham-hock Ballotine celeriac remoulade, crispy quail egg Fillet of East-coast Hake white bean ragoût, charred leeks Chocolate Orange chocolate marquise, orange jelly, chocolate orange ice-cream The popularity of gin in the UK has soared in the past year or so with distilleries popping up all over the country. Join us to meet one such distiller, James Kuhnel from the Locksley Distilling Company in Sheffield. James will talk about the classification of gins, distilleries and distilling and will explore the reason for its current popularity. There will be four different gins to taste plus some delicious gin cocktails, this will be followed by a three-course dinner and wines. Tasting at 7:00 pm Lounge suit per person includes gin tasting, canapés, cocktails and a three-course dinner and wines. Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Menu Gin Tasting and Canapés Juniper-cured Mackerel pickled kohlrabi, crème fraiche, sea herbs Cucumber Sorbet gin and tonic espuma Roast Loin of Venison smoked potato, Yorkshire blue, pickled pear, slow gin reduction Rhubarb & Elderflower rhubarb and elderflower cannelloni, macaron, elderflower sorbet October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE 9

10 Thursday 9th March Royal Horticultural Society Caring for Orchids Friday 17th March Whisky Tasting Dinner Back by popular demand, Julian Kay from the Wright Wine Company in Skipton will join us for a third time to present a diverse and interesting selection of the finest whiskies. Head Gardener David Barker and Andrew Leighton will give a short presentation following a tour of Middlethorpe s beautiful gardens and parkland after which a three-course luncheon and wines will be served. Menu A change of shoes is recommended. Morning Coffee and home-made biscuits at 10:30 am Ends 3:00 pm 34 for members of the RHS for non-members Pressing of Yorkshire Duck blood orange, gingerbread Roast Fillet of Whitby Cod smoked bacon, baby onions, chive velouté Caramel Parfait banoffee mouse, caramel popcorn Julian owns one of the largest collections of whisky in the UK and yes, he has tried them all. Julian is a Keeper of the Quaich which is an exclusive, international community of members recognised for their outstanding commitment to Scotch Whisky. Whisky reception at 7:00 pm Lounge suit per person includes a three-course dinner and whiskies Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/ twin room in the courtyard. Menu Haggis Scotch Egg neeps and tatties, whisky cream Highland Salmon roasted langoustine, saffron potatoes, orange-braised fennel Hot and Cold Toddy honey and lemon soufflé, whisky ice-cream, cinnamon crumble A supplement for single occupancy will apply). Wine will be served for those not wishing to taste whisky. 10 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

11 Mothering Sunday, 26th March MIDDLETHORPE HALL & SPA Gift Vouchers The perfect present Friday 7th April Agatha Christie and Art Deco Presented by History Wardrobe Chocolate Afternoon tea with a glass of Champagne in the 18th century Drawing Room would be the perfect gift. Or perhaps a special Spa Treat such as a manicure/pedicure, facial or a massage including a glass of bubbly All of these can be purchased as a gift voucher. Please call Seductive, sensational and chic, this stunning presentation celebrates the life and times of the Queen of Crime...with the added twist of a mystery to solve. Characters from Christie s era are brought to life through dramatic readings and dazzling Deco fashions from the 20s & 30s dainty day dresses, beaded flapper frocks and sweeping evening gowns. Discover just why Mrs Christie s life was as interesting as any novel, from her work in the world of archaeology to the drama of her eleven-day disappearance. Sparkling wine reception at 1:00 pm Presentation at 1:30 pm Buffet afternoon tea at 3:00 pm per person Or per person with overnight accommodation and Yorkshire Breakfast (based on two people sharing a double/twin room in the courtyard. A supplement for single occupancy will apply). October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE 11

12 A very special break Health, beauty and bubbly Champagne & Spa Break From only 209 per person per night based on two people sharing a superior double/ twin room located in the C18th Courtyard. ( 249 per night for a single room) This very special break is available Sunday to Thursday, subject to availability. We recommend that treatment times (and any possible additional treatments) are booked when the hotel reservation is made to avoid disappointment. Your break includes A bottle of House Rosé Champagne to welcome you on arrival; Three-course candlelit dinner in our award-winning restaurant ( 43 allowance per person towards dinner food); Overnight accommodation in a superior room; Early morning tea served to the room; Full Yorkshire breakfast; Complimentary parking; Use of Middlethorpe Spa facilities; 10% further discount at the York Designer Outlet and the services of a personal stylist while you are there (subject to availability to be reserved in advance); The choice of either: A Decléor Aroma-expert Facial including Scalp Treatment (85 mins). A Decléor Orange Blossom Garden Ritual Treatment (exclusive) (85 mins) To book call on WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

13 Middlethorpe Hall Gift Vouchers... A perfect gift for the lovers of the finer things in life, presented in a stylish wallet which, if required, can be sent directly to the recipient. Ideas include: Afternoon Tea Gift Vouchers Afternoon Tea for One Afternoon Tea for Two 45 Champagne Afternoon Tea for Two 65 MIDDLETHORPE HALL & SPA Gift Vouchers The perfect present Special Events Gift Voucher A gift voucher for any of the events featured in this booklet Prices as indicated Wine & Dine Gift Experiences Weekday Luncheon Treat for Two 65 Traditional Sunday Luncheon for Two 68 Weekday Luncheon Escape for Two Including a Bottle of House Wine 88 Romantic Six-course Gourmet Dinner for Two 138, Including Matching Wines 198 A Monetary Gift Voucher from 25 To be spent at Middlethorpe Hall in any way the recipient wishes Bespoke Gift Vouchers Design your own unique gift and let us know what you wish to include Luxury Health & Beauty Vouchers Luxury Health & Beauty Half Day for One from 79 Luxury Health & Beauty Full Day for One from 119 Purchasing vouchers is easy to arrange: simply purchase online at or just pick up the phone and leave the rest to us. Tel: October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE 13

14 The SPA at Middlethorpe Hall Very Special Offer A Spa Half-Day for Two for only 105! A Half-Day Experience: When time is short and you need some Spa time to help escape the pressures of everyday life, our half-days offer something to suit everyone. The half-day experiences are an ideal introduction to the pleasures of relaxation and pampering. They include a soft drink or hot beverage, and use of the Spa facilities for a couple of hours. During your half-day experience, you can choose to include a 55 minute treatment ritual from the following list. Decléor Power-Packed Vitamin Surge Facial Decléor Intensive Energising Face Treatment (for him) Decléor Aromatherapy Body Massage Decléor Deep Tissue Muscle Energising Massage Decléor Aromatherapy Warm Stone Massage Decléor Intensive Energising Body Treatment (for him) Neom Organic Treatments (Sleep, De-stress, Energise or Happiness) Jessica Luxury Manicure Jessica Luxury Pedicure Extra offer Add any additional 25 minute treatment for only 30 Add any additional 55 minute treatment for only 45 Book by telephoning Middlethorpe Spa on Offer subject to conditions and availability. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Offer available Monday to Thursday until 31st March, subject to conditions and availability. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer and cannot be purchased as a gift voucher. 14 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017

15 Choose three treatments Prepare for your holiday at Middlethorpe Spa and enjoy a choice of treatments from the list below. Available Monday to Thursday. Pick and Mix 3 for 74 Back, neck and shoulder massage Discovery Facial Soft feet treatment Tranquillity scalp massage Express Manicure Express Pedicure Eye lash/brow tint 1/2 leg wax Book by telephoning Middlethorpe Spa on only 64 Offer available Monday to Thursday Offer available Monday to Thursday until 31st March, subject to conditions and availability. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer and cannot be purchased as a gift voucher. Christmas Gift Boxes from Middlethorpe Spa Give a luxury gift by NEOM or Decléor from just 15 or a Middlethorpe Spa Gift Voucher for any product or service in our spa tariff. Please call or purchase vouchers online at middlethorpehall.skchase.com/spa Image to come from Decleor October 2016 to April 2017 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE 15

16 OUR SISTER HOTELS Bodysgallen Hall & Spa Standing in over 200 acres of its own parkland to the south of Llandudno with spectacular views of Snowdonia and Conwy Castle. Believed to have 13th century origins, Bodysgallen Hall provides all that is best in country house hospitality. Beautiful gardens include a rare 17th century parterre of box hedges filled with sweet-scented herbs, a rockery with a cascade, a walled rose garden, and several follies. The Hotel s restaurant, located in the Main Hall, serves imaginative food prepared with fresh local produce and complemented by fine wine, has been awarded three rosettes by the AA. bodysgallen.com Telephone Hartwell House & Spa Hartwell House, located in the Vale of Aylesbury and just forty miles north west of London, is one of Buckinghamshire s most celebrated country houses. Built in the early seventeenth century for the Hampden family, the house has both Jacobean and Georgian features with outstanding decorative plasterwork and panelling. Its elegant reception and dining rooms create the ambience of a great country house. The forty-six bedrooms, including those in the adjacent Hartwell Court, are individually furnished with fine prints, pictures and antiques. Hartwell Court, formerly a coach house and located adjacent to the main house, has been restored and extended to provide excellent conference and meeting facilities in the Hartwell Rooms, with Hartwell Spa offering an indoor swimming pool and an extensive range of exercise possibilities and beauty treatments. hartwell-house.com Telephone For further information, or to make a booking please contact: Main Switchboard Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) Bedroom & Dining Enquiries & Reservations Tel: +44 (0) info@middlethorpe.com Spa Reservations Tel: +44 (0) spa@middlethorpe.com Meetings, Weddings and Private Dining Enquiries & Bookings Tel: +44 (0) j.betteridge@middlethorpe.com Middlethorpe Hall Hotel, Restaurant & Spa Bishopthorpe Road, York YO23 2GB middlethorpe.com RECYCLED 16 WHAT S ON AT MIDDLETHORPE October 2016 to April 2017