ROMANTIC HISTORIC IDYLLIC WEDDING INFORMATION PACK
The Bedford Arms is a privately owned Country House Hotel with 18 rooms. Situated in the Chilterns in the historic village of Chenies, close to the Bucks/Herts border and set in 3 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, it is the ideal venue to celebrate your wedding. Our dedicated Wedding co-ordinator will assist you every step of the way and if you would like to put that personal touch on your wedding we have theme companies to hand. Our excellent catering team and your own Event s Manager will ensure that your special day runs smoothly. Unique FOR A MARQUEE WEDDING Set in the garden, (maximum numbers 120). We can offer advice on selecting menus, wines, seating arrangements, photography, flowers or any queries you may have we should be very pleased to help. Please contact our Wedding co-ordinator or another member of the team. Telephone number - 01923 283301 E-mail - contact@bedfordarms.co.uk We can design your wedding to fit your requirements and budget.
WEDDING PACKAGE All inclusive package per head 125.00 (minimum numbers 80 - maximum 120) Dedicated Wedding co-ordinator and Event manager. THE DRINKS PACKAGE Refreshing Glass of champagne on arrival Half a bottle of red or white house wine glass of champagne/wine for toast Non alcoholic fruit punch A bottle of still & sparkling water on the tables Three course wedding breakfast Or Cold carving buffet Evening buffet Tea, coffee & mints White table linen & napkins Chairs covers (additional charge) Cake table & knife Complimentary bedroom for the bride and groom The allocation of the ten guest bedrooms in the main hotel
CIVIL WEDDING CEREMONY We have two private rooms which are licensed for the Civil Ceremony. ROOM HIRE The Chess Room (20 guests maximum) 250.00 The Oak Room (55 guests maximum) 385.00 Beautiful The Registrar Details The charges above apply to the room hire only. We are unable to book the registrar on your behalf. If you would like to use the hotel for your ceremony, you will need to contact the registrar directly with your preferred date. Please note that you can only book your date 12 months or less in advance. The Superintendent Registrar Beaconsfield Old Town Registration Office 29 Windsor End Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire HP9 2JJ Telephone: 01494 475200
Delicious Please Choose up to, 3 starters, main courses, & desserts from the following: WEDDING BREAKFAST Seasonal soup (of your choice) Chicken liver parfait, red onion marmalade Caramelized goat s cheese, beetroot mayonnaise, rocket leaves Bedford arms traditional prawn cocktail, brown bread and butter Scottish smoked salmon, soft boiled egg, pickled shallots Seasonal melon, Parma ham, berry chutney Ham hock terrine, watercress, tomato salsa Smoked mackerel rillettes, horseradish potato salad Classic Caesar salad, balsamic croutons Deep fried brie, Cumberland sauce, green salad Roast loin of pork, roast potatoes Roast saddle of lamb, roast potatoes Pan roasted chicken breast/guinea fowl, wild mushroom sauce, fondant potato Lamb rump, red currant jus, dauphinoise potatoes Roast sirloin of beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes Pan fried salmon, citrus beure blanc, new potatoes Pan fried duck breast, Madeira jus, dauphinoise potatoes Confit belly of pork, apricot stuffing, fondant potato Fillet of sea bass, vierge roasted new potatoes Baked cod, fish veloute sauce, roasted new potatoes
VEGETARIAN OPTIONS Vegetarian lasagne Roasted butternut risotto Wild mushroom nut roast Served with chateau potatoes & parsnip puree Artichoke & sun blushed tomato risotto Arrabiata, cream spinach & mushroom pesto Perfect Traditional bread & butter pudding, vanilla custard Dark chocolate torte, vanilla ice cream, red fruit coulis Wild berry pavlova, chocolate sauce Glazed lemon tart, raspberry sorbet Crème brûlée (of your choice) Profiteroles, warm chocolate sauce Treacle tart, chantilly cream Fresh fruit salad Vanilla cheesecake, fresh berries Cherry trifle Apple & wild berry pie, vanilla ice cream A selection of British cheese Coffee and petit fours.
MENUS FOR CHILDREN 18.00 per child - Suitable for under 12 s (Please choose 1 set menu for all children) Different MAIN MEALS Crispy chicken strips Pork sausages Macaroni cheese Beef meatball in a tomato sauce Plaice goujons WITH YOUR CHOICE OF Potato wedges, mashed potatoes, chunky chips or French fries, vegetables, peas, baked beans, carrots, broccoli or mixed salad. DESSERTS Vanilla ice cream Chocolate ice cream Strawberry mousse Sliced fresh fruit with coulis Jelly and ice cream Profiteroles with chocolate sauce
WEDDING BREAKFAST COLD CARVING BUFFET MAIN DISHES Smoked, cured & poached salmon platter Roast sirloin beef Honey glazed Black Forest ham Coronation chicken Tomato & goat s cheese tart, fresh basil Fresh SIDE DISHES Warm fresh bread rolls Penne pasta, pickled peppers & wild rocket, parmesan Coleslaw Tomato, cucumber, red onion salad Classic Waldorf salad Mushroom salad with tomato & chorizo Hot new potatoes DESSERT DISHES Choice of two desserts from the buffet dessert menu
WEDDING EVENING BUFFET For additional evening guests there is an optional charge of 18.00 per person Mini lamb koftas Chicken satay skewers Seasonal Vegetable spring rolls Potato wedges with sour cream Sausage wrapped in pastry Vegetable samosas Fish goujons Mixed sandwich selection
OPTIONAL EXTRAS CANAPÉ EXTRAS Cold foie gras parfait, toasted brioche, red onion marmalade - 1.25 Each Melon, Parma ham, port syrup -95p each Bocconcini, cherry tomato & rosemary skewers - 80p each Smoked salmon, caviar crème fraiche - 1.20 Each French brie & strawberry - 75p each Marinated scallops, lime & truffle - 1.15 Each Tasty HOT EXTRAS Smoked haddock fish cakes, anchovy remoulade - 95p each Mini beef Wellington - 1.25 Each Chicken satay, peanut sauce - 85p each Baby jacket potatoes, sour cream & chives - 70p each Tempura prawn, ponzu sauce - 1.25 Each COLD EXTRAS Sorbet - 5.50 Selection of Cheeses - 6.50
WEDDING RECEPTION / FUNCTION BOOKING FORM Please complete the booking form in full and return to The Bedford Arms Hotel, Chenies, Nr Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 6EQ. (An acknowledgement will be sent to you.) Date of Function Name Address Postcode Stunning Telephone Number E-mail Address Fax Number Deposit Amount Enclosed (I confirm I have read and accept your terms & conditions and wish to make the above booking.) Signed For Office Use Only. (Please do not write below this line) Deposit Taken by Payment Method Date Invoice Number Confirmation Letter Sent by Please note that descriptions and prices are correct at time of going to press. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy of the information pack is correct, The Bedford Arms Hotel reserves the right to change prices and descriptions without notice.
Sensational TERMS AND CONDITIONS A provisional booking will be held for 14 days, after which we require a 10% deposit of the estimated cost, to secure your reservation. The total estimated account must be paid 2 weeks before the date of your wedding by cheque. Any additional charges must then be paid on departure. GENERAL INFORMATION The package prices are for a minimum of 55 guests, unless agreed in writing beforehand. Final numbers are to be advised two weeks prior to your wedding, after this time any non-arrival will be charged in full to cover our preparation costs. Children in attendance can be served half portions at a 50% reduction by prior arrangement. In the unfortunate event of your wedding reception having to be cancelled, the following charges will apply: for cancellations up to 10 weeks prior to the reception, there will be a 50% charge of the total cost of the wedding. Should you need to cancel after this time the full estimated cost will be charged. Music and bar license is till 11.40pm. The hotel does not accept responsibility for damage to, and for the loss of, property left in the hotel. Please note that all prices shown are inclusive of VAT and are subject to change.
PREFERRED SUPPLIERS LIST MARQUEE HIRE Top Hat Marquee John Phillips 01494 785171 / 07766 604116 enquiries@tophat-marquees.co.uk FLORIST Andrew Fleming 01923 283924 www.andrewflemingflorist.net Dorothy Shaw 08000327099 www.dorothyshawflorist.co.uk PHOTOGRAPHERS Hertfordshire based contemporary www.rebeccaweddingphotography.co.uk Buttercup Photography 01442 833726 www.buttercupphotography.co.uk Jerry White Photography 01442 300671 www.jerrywhitephotography.co.uk yj Stuart G Lloyd 01494 786830 www.stuartglloyd.co.uk DreamyHyH MUSIC Limelight & Rhythm 01442 253430 www.limelightandrhythm.com WEDDING CAKES Nikki 07854434687 BESPOKE WEDDING AND NOVELTY CAKES Cakes by Mary 01442 380288/07712 616299
Unforgetable MAKE UP & NAILS A Touch of Magic 01442 233354 www.atouchofmagic.biz BRIDAL GOWNS Brides of Berkhamsted 01442 874006 www.bridesofberkhamsted.com Confetti Bridal Wear 01442 828653 www.confettibridalwear.co.uk JEWELLERY DESIGNER Daisy Chain Jewellers 01442 236651 www.daisychainjewellers.co.uk CARS West 1 Executive 07779 693418 www.west1executive.co.uk MENSWEAR AND HIRE Peter Percy 01442 256058 peterpercymenswear@yahoo.co.uk The Bedford Arms Hotel Chenies Nr Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 6EQ Telephone - 01923 283301 Fax - 01923 284825 Email - contact@bedfordarms.co.uk Web Site - www.bedfordarms.co.uk