STRADEY PARK HOTEL & SPA Function & Events
welcome Stradey Park Hotel & Spa is an Edwardian mansion lovingly converted into a four star hotel, the charm of this era has been maintained whilst enjoying a modern twist. Nestled into the hillside with views stretching out to the world famous Gower Peninsula. Whatever the occasion your event is special to you, whether it be a gala dinner, charity fundraiser or a small celebratory drink, let us realise your vision to deliver a memorable event in a perfect venue. Our events team has the benefit of years of experience and the most up to date knowledge of technology coupled with passion and enthusiasm. We are able to host a wide range of events and special occasions, such as; Functions, Award ceremonies, Birthday parties, Charity events, Club meetings, Conferences, Christmas functions, Conventions, Teambuilding days, Meetings, Exhibitions, Fashion launches, Business launches, Special celebrations, Seminars, Baby showers, Hen and stag celebrations and funeral gatherings. This pack informs our potential guests of all the hotel can offer. page 1
alexander function suite Room Hire from 75 Capacity of 20-300 guests Room dimensions 20.1m (l) x 18.2m (w) Air conditioned Complimentary WiFi PA System Projector & Screen Staging Choice of linen The Alexander Suite is the main function room within the hotel due to it s size and versatility. The Suite can be divided into 6 individual bays each with it s own air conditioning facilities. The Alexander Suite can hold up to 300 guests for a seated dinner. There is space to incorporate staging and a dance floor area for functions and events hosting live music or entertainment. This room comes fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, screens, projectors, wireless internet, and colour changing chandeliers to compliment the theme of your event or function. page 2
bryn y mor suite Room Hire from 35 Capacity of 30 guests Room dimensions 7.7m (l) x 5.5m (w) Air conditioned Complimentary WiFi Projector Screen Choice of linen For a more intimate or private functions the Bryn-y-Mor is the ideal suite. With a capacity of up to 30 guests it is the ideal space for private dining for birthday parties, Christmas parties, wedding breakfasts, baby showers or hen and stag celebrations. It also provides a quiet, private area for meetings and business conferences. Equipped with projector and screen and complimentary WiFi. This suite is located away from the busy area of the hotel, and provides a light and airy environment. page 3
copperplate bar & grill Room Hire from 100 Capacity of 100 guests Air conditioned Complimentary WiFi PA System Colour changing uplighters Panoramic views The Copperplate Bar & Grill situated within Stradey Park Hotel & Spa is also available to hire for private functions, parties, celebrations, weddings and business lunches and features it s own private bar area. A large conservatory area with half crescent windows affording lots of natural light, beautiful views of the Gower and Carmarthenshire coastline and comfortable furnishings and contemporary decor ensuring a beautiful foreground. page 4
canapés Our highly experienced team of chefs are able to cater for any function or event and work with you to create your desired menu and within a budget of your choice. Here is a selection of freshly prepared Canapés available for functions: Savoury Canapés Mini rissoles Welsh rarebit Cockle and leek tartlets Selection of bruschetta Selection of olives and feta cheese Smoked salmon blinis Duck and cucumber with hoisin sauce Chicken satay Parma ham and melon Sweet Canapés Bara brith or Welsh cakes Macaroons Chocolate dipped strawberries Chocolate brownie Half scone with jam and cream Choose from; 3 Canapés for 7 per person or 5 Canapés for 9 per person page 5
starters Here is a sample menu of starter choices for functions or events our chefs can produce. Cream of tomato soup topped with a basil créme fraiche. (v) Traditional Welsh lamb and leek cawl served with a wedge of Teifi cheese. Smoked salmon and prawn pillow served on a watercress salad with beetroot and horseradish ice-cream. Smooth chicken liver and whisky pate with fruit chutney and toasted brioche bread. Crispy bacon and black pudding salad with toasted walnuts and mozzarella topped with a French vinaigrette. Pork and leek scotch egg with apple pureé. Garlic mushrooms served on toasted ciabatta with a balsamic reduction. (v) page 6
main meal Here is a sample menu of main meal choices for functions or events freshly produced by our team of chefs. All dietary requirements can be catered for. Breast of chicken, ham and Welsh cheese roulade served with fondant potato, parcel of root vegetables with a bacon, mushroom and thyme cream sauce. Mediterranean vegetable Wellington served with roasted red pepper and sundried tomato sauce. (v) Slow roasted beef with a wholegrain mustard crust, Yorkshire pudding, rich gravy, seasonal vegetables and potatoes, with a creamed horseradish sauce. Slow braised shoulder of lamb wrapped in cured ham, topped with a Welsh rarebit crust, dauphinoise potatoes, seasonal vegetable parcel and an elderberry jus. Pulled pork and apple roulade with Welsh cider on a butternut squash and potato gratin, with a honey glazed carrot and thyme jus. Sweet potato and roasted Mediterranean vegetable filo strudel on a tomato and basil compote. (v) page 7
desserts Here is a sample menu of dessert choices for functions or events freshly prepared by our team of chefs. All dietary requirements can be catered for. Homemade profiteroles filled with fresh cream served with a warm, rich Belgian chocolate sauce or a buttery toffee sauce. Chocolate and orange bread and butter pudding with a Merlyn liquer custard. Homemade brandy apple tart served with a choice of locally made vanilla ice-cream or custard. Chocolate trio: Salted caramel chocolate torte, dark chocolate sorbet, After Eight cheesecake. Fruit trio: Raspberry pavlova, strawberry shortcake, lemon and lime posset. Belgian chocolate and hazelnut torte with a vanilla and Welsh whisky cream. Fruits of the forest cheesecake with a mandarin and almond coulis. Local Carmarthenshire cheese selection served with fruit, chutney and biscuits. Coffee and homemade petit fours. page 8
buffet options We have a range of buffet options to suit all tastes and occasions, from traditional finger buffets, delicious dressed buffets served by one of our chefs or try something different. Set menus are a guide, our chefs can meet with you to create the buffet you desire. Option 1 - Finger Buffet Selection of open rolls and wraps Sausage rolls and pastries Chicken wings cooked in lemon garlic Cheese and bacon filled potato skins Extra items available, please liasie with your event co-ordinator. Finger buffet - 12.95 Picture for illustration purposes only page 9
buffet options Please choose three options from the hot buffet list. Vegetarian options available, please liaise with your chef. Hot buffet - 18.00 Option 2 - Hot buffet Mediterranean beef lasagne topped with mozzarella cheese Thai lemon and sesame salmon steaks Honey and mustard roasted ham and roast Pembrokeshire turkey Chicken tikka or korma, served with poppadom and mango chutney Battered cod fillet with tartare sauce Slow braised beef and Felinfoel Ale pie. Southern fried chicken in our secret crumb. Sticky sweet and sour pork in a pineapple and caramel sauce. Side dishes please choose four options Homemade chips Welsh cheese and bacon mash Roasted vegetable cous cous Minted peas Pilau rice Parsley boiled potatoes Bread basket selection Salad selection Picture for illustration purposes only page 10
buffet options Vegetarian options available, please liaise with your chef. Hot finger buffet - 19.00 Option 3 - Hot finger buffet Potato wedges with garlic mayonnaise Hawaiian chicken kebabs Spare ribs Selection of wraps Mini battered fish with tartare sauce French bread pizza Mini burgers topped with Welsh cheese and chutney Picture for illustration purposes only page 11
buffet options We cater for all dietary requirements, please speak with a member of staff on booking. Option 4 - Something different Set menu 1 Bacon rolls Hot dogs with a selection of sausages and fried onions Homemade chips and a selection of sauces Set menu 1-14.00 Set menu 2-16.00 Set menu 2 Pulled pork Stuffing Coleslaw Potato wedges Apple sauce page 12
buffet options We cater for all dietary requirements, please speak with a member of staff on booking. A chef will be present to serve all guests. Dressed buffet - 25.00 Option 5 - Dressed buffet Turkey, beef and ham Salmon and seafood platter Coleslaw Beetroot Tomato and red onion salad Mixed leaves with a balsamic dressing Minted new potatoes topped with Welsh butter Tomato and basil pasta salad Moroccan spiced rice Mediterranean cous cous Crusty bread and Welsh butter page 13
buffet options For all vegetarian options please liasie with our event co-ordiantor to discuss all choices. We also offer a fine range of sweet mini desserts to finish off your buffet. Mini desserts - 4.00 per person Vegetarian options Brie & asparagus parcel with a tomato coulis Mushroom stroganoff Vegetable balti Vegetarian options can be selected as a substitute for a buffet item or we can cater for the vegetarians in your party. Evening Mini desserts choose three options from below Fruit tartlets Mini profiterole Mini cheesecake Mini black forest gateaux Sticky toffee pudding page 14
afternoon tea Afternoon Tea is an ideal way to celebrate a birthday, special occasion or just a catch up with friends. Afternoon tea is served daily from 2pm - 6pm. Afternoon Tea includes: A selection of freshly prepared, homemade finger sandwiches with a variety of fillings. A selection of delicious cakes including scones with jam and clotted cream. Served with your choice of tea or coffee. Champagne or Prosecco can also be added to make you visit extra special. Afternoon Tea - 14.95 per person For larger parties room hire from 35.00 page 15
sunday lunch Every Sunday join us for a mouthwatering Sunday lunch carvery with freshly prepared vegetables. A selection of delcious starters and desserts are also available. Sunday lunch is served every Sunday from 12pm- 2pm. Booking in advance is essential. Carvery selection changes weekly, please enquire when booking. Ideal for special occasions such as, Mother s Day, Father s Day, Easter or birthdays. Choice of two or three courses. Served within the Alexander Suite, Samphires Restaurant or Bryn-y-Mor Suite. Children eat half price, children under 3 eat free. Two course - 13.95 per person Three course - 15.95 per person Picture for illustration purposes only page 16
luxury rooms Stradey Park Hotel & Spa is a luxury four star hotel and award winning Parc Spa situated 5 minutes from Llanelli town centre. The hotel has 77 bedrooms all of which include flatscreen televisions, tea/coffee making facilities, complimentary wifi, telephones and hairdryers. Ample free parking is also available. Disability friendly. The hotel offers a range of rooms including, single, double and triple rooms, family rooms, adapted rooms, peaceful spa rooms and a luxury suite. Double rooms start from 90 per room, per night page 17
FAQ s I m organising a charity event, do I get any discounts? We offer free room hire for charity events, and an events co-ordinator to work with you to create a menu within your budget. Registered charities only. No deposit is required for charity events. Can we bring our own drink/do you offer corkage? We don t offer corkage and alcohol must be purchased on the premises. What do I need to do to book an event? We can provisionally hold a date for 14 days but the hotel reserves the right to release that date until confirmed with a deposit. Full payment is required one week before the event including final numbers and menus. Can we bring cake in? You may bring in cake for a special occasion, we will be happy to provide you with a cake stand and knife. What time can we have entertainment until? In the Alexander Suite you can have live music until midnight and playback (DJ) until 1am. In Samphires you can have playback until midnight. Is it possible to arrange a viewing? You are more than welcome to come in and see the facilities, speak to one of our event coordinators and chefs regarding menu should you wish to do so. We have booked an act, is there a changing area? Yes, a changing area will be provided for your entertainment free of charge. Would we be able to sample the wine before the event? Yes, a wine tasting session can be arranged prior to your event. Would you be able to store items for us after the event? We can store items but they must be collected within the time frame allocated by your event organiser. Items are left at the owners risk, the hotel cannot accept responsibility for any damage sustained. Will my party be entitled to a discount on accommodation? Any party booking a function or event at the hotel will receive our preferential rates, please speak to your event coordinator for our current preferential rate. Can we set up a tab? You can set up a tab on presentation of your credit card details. Will we be able to have a fireworks display? Unfortunately due to health and safety issues we cannot host firework displays unless you obtain a permit from Carmarthenshire County Council. Can I courier a package to the hotel before my event? Yes, you can send packages related to your event and we will hold them for you until collection. Can we hire third party companies into the hotel? Yes, we are happy to work with other companies such as chair covers, entertainment, and room decorators. Entertainers must have PLI (Public Liability Insurance) and will be asked to present this before set up. We do not allow outside catering companies. We have a resident DJ and we are happy to recommend local suppliers to suit your event. Will there be enough parking spaces? We have ample car parking spaces including three disabled spaces in the top car park which can be reserved upon request. Our car park is free of charge. Do you cater for celiacs, vegetarians and vegans? We cater for all of the above, we also try and cater for any other intolerences or preferences. We would ask for 24 hours notice before your event to ensure we have the necessary ingredients. page 18
contact Stradey Park Hotel & Spa, Furnace, Llanelli, SA15 4HA Tel: 01554 758171 www.stradeyparkhotel.com Email: reservations@stradeyparkhotel.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/stradeyhotel Twitter: @stradeyhotel Stradey Park Hotel is conveniently located only 5 miles off junction 48 of the M4. Situated less than a mile away from Llanelli train station and Llanelli bus station. STRADEY PARK HOTEL & SPA