EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS UNDER ONE ROOF ENTER MERCURE STAFFORD
WELCOME TO THE MERCURE STAFFORD For a special Christmas occasion, The Mercure Stafford South Hatherton House Hotel has all the right ingredients. A warm ambience coupled with the excellent quality of food and friendly service to provide a most memorable time. Conveniently situated adjacent to the village of Penkridge with views over the Staffordshire countryside, we have created the ideal setting in which to celebrate Christmas in style. For those of you that wish to stay overnight we are delighted to offer accommodation in one of our 51 en-suite bedrooms, allowing you the freedom to enjoy yourself to the full. WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A PROSPEROUS 2015 CONTENTS ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON BY CELEBRATING WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY, WHETHER YOU RE ORGANISING A FAMILY PARTY, OR TREATING YOUR LOVED ONES TO LUNCH, YOU LL HAVE A MEMORABLE TIME AT THE MERCURE STAFFORD Catering for 10 200 people. Entertainment can be arranged if required. We offer superb three-course menus, with friendly service either in our restaurant or a private room. 2 Lunch prices start at just 13.95 Available daily throughout December. Telephone for further details
FESTIVE OFFERS ACCOUNT BAR Avoid queuing by setting up an account bar for a hassle-free festive party. COCKTAIL RECEPTION Why not celebrate in style and arrange a cocktail reception on arrival for all your party. JOIN A PARTY An evening of festive food and entertainment set to the mysterious backdrop of our Mistletoe Masquerade. MAKE A NIGHT OF IT Avoid the hassle or expense of a taxi, spend the night with us with rooms from as little as 58.00. BRING FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO ENJOY A DELICIOUS FOUR COURSE TRADITIONAL FESTIVE SUNDAY LUNCH SERVED IN OUR RESTAURANT WITH A SPECIAL VISIT FROM FATHER CHRISTMAS FOR THE CHILDREN MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS Homemade soup of the day served with a warm roll Roast turkey served with apricot stuffing and pan gravy Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce Seasonal melon served with ginger and plum compote Smooth chicken liver pâté, vegetable chutney and wholemeal toast Baked salmon served with a lemon butter sauce Roasted vegetable bake Chocolate tart served with fresh cream Raspberry and lemon cheesecake AND Coffee and chocolate mints 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th December 15.95 per adult 8.95 per child under 14 years To reserve your table contact the events office on 3
CHOOSE YOUR MASK AND WEAR IT WELL, SO YOUR TRUE IDENTITY, NO ONE CAN TELL. Join us for a night of mystery, charm and intrigue at a Mistletoe Masquerade party. Whether you re celebrating with friends, family or colleagues you ll enjoy an evening of delicious food and festive entertainment all set to the mysterious backdrop of the Mistletoe Masquerade. Spectacular Mistletoe Masquerade party nights all include a three-course dinner and disco and a half a bottle of house wine per person. Bar open 7pm till 12.30 Dinner served at 7.45pm Dance the night away until 1am Pre-booked acts are subject to change 4
MISTLETOE MASQUERADE PARTIES MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS CONTENTS Cream of parsnip & apple soup Fan of melon, with pineapple & mint compote Duck & liver pâté, red onion jam, toast Roast turkey, seasoning, chipolatas, and gravy Baked salmon served with a prawn butter sauce Mediterranean vegetable tart with grilled goat s cheese Traditional Christmas pudding, brandy Sauce Double chocolate tart & Chantilly cream Lemon & raspberry cheesecake TO FOLLOW Followed by freshly brewed coffee & mints (Pre-orders are required 14 days in advance) Friday 5th December 70s & 80s themed disco 27.95 Saturday 6th December Abba tribute night & disco 29.95 Friday 12th December 70s & 80s themed disco 32.50 Saturday 13th December Robbie Williams tribute night & disco 36.95 Friday 19th December 70s & 80s themed disco 27.95 Saturday 20th December 70s & 80s themed disco 28.95 Reserve your table by calling the events office on To add to the mystery, come wearing your own mask and be in with a chance of winning a prize on the night for Best Mask! 5
WHETHER YOU RE ENTERTAINING FAMILY AND FRIENDS OR JUST YOURSELVES, JOIN US THIS YEAR AND ALLOW US TO DO ALL THE HARD WORK FOR YOU! A warm welcome awaits you with traditional Fayre, Christmas crackers and a visit from Father Christmas with gifts for all the children. Bar opens 12.00 noon Lunch served between 12.30pm 2.00pm MENU WELCOME MAINS DESSERTS Amuse bouche TO START Roasted sweet red pepper & tomato soup Smoked salmon & prawn roulade with lemon and chilli dressing Duo of melon with mint & berry compote Roast turkey, chestnut stuffing, chipolatas & gravy Rib-eye of beef with Yorkshire pudding Baked sea bass with wilted spinach and toasted almonds Vegetable fi lo cracker with tomato salsa Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy sauce Chocolate parfait with chocolate garnish Lemon & raspberry tart with Chantilly cream TO FOLLOW Freshly brewed coffee & mints 6 THURSDAY 25TH DECEMBER 47.50 per adult 27.95 per child under 14 years Contact the events team on to reserve your table
HAD ENOUGH OF COOKING AND WASHING UP? JOIN US FOR LUNCH AND SIMPLY RELAX! TO START Homemade tomato and roasted red pepper soup Prawn, lemon and chive mayonnaise salad Fresh melon, berry compote and sorbet MENU MAINS Roast leg of pork, seasoning, apple sauce and pan gravy Baked salmon fi llet served with a prawn and butter sauce Lasagne of seasonal vegetables and aubergine topped with Brie DESSERTS Lemon parfait Chocolate crème brûlée Christmas pudding with brandy sauce TO FOLLOW Coffee and chocolate mints FRIDAY 26TH DECEMBER 18.95 per adult 8.95 per child under 14 years Contact the events team on to reserve your table 7
PARTY & STAY TAKE THE WORRY OUT OF GETTING AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR GREAT VALUE ACCOMMODATION RATES FOR THE FESTIVE PERIOD. Double rooms from 58.00 per night inclusive of a great breakfast the following morning. OFFERS! FANTASTIC DRINKS PROMOTIONS Choose from the following offers: Order 6 bottles of house wine 100 and receive one complimentary bottle Buy a bucket of 12 bottled beers, Sol or Tiger beer for just 36.00 MID-WEEK AND OFFICE PARTIES Have a break from the office and bring your team to enjoy a delicious three-course festive meal Price starts at just 13.95 for 3 courses EXCLUSIVE PARTIES Looking for an exclusive party? The hotel can create bespoke and unique events just or you, whatever your requirements Contact the events team on to place your order 8
WEDDINGS AT MERCURE Whether you are planning a civil ceremony, traditional Church service or civil partnership we recognise that every wedding is different that is why we are completely fl exible and happy to design the wedding of your dreams. We can cater for 12 to 250 in our various function rooms. MEETINGS AND EVENTS We can cater for events from 2 280 with rooms suitable for all layouts. Our largest function suites are ideal for hosting training days, exhibitions and active away days. Birthdays, christenings, anniversaries and wakes are designed for your individual needs. Car parking is free and ample. TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA Why not indulge in the fi ner things in life and treat yourself to our tea and coffee, delicious freshly baked scones, cakes and sandwiches? HEALTH CLUB SPECIAL OFFERS FREE 1 Day Health Club Pass If you are looking for a health club in Stafford, then why not let us send you a FREE 1 Day Pass so you can come in and see the facilities for yourself! 9
NEW YEAR S EVE CELEBRATIONS 2015 See in the New Year in style and celebrate the beginning of 2015. Dress to impress & enjoy mouth watering food and a memorable countdown to celebrate the New Year. Join our party where you will enjoy, a sparkling complimentary arrival drink, a four course dinner, at our Masquerade Ball themed event and great music from the DJ until 1am. Bar opens from 7.00pm Dinner to be served 8.00pm Disco fi nishes 1am Adults only Dress to impress MENU TO START Chicken & tarragon roulade with red onion jam and Melba toast Leek & potato soup with crème fraîche & chive snippets TO FOLLOW Lemon sorbet, vodka and raspberry syrup MAINS Roast topside of beef with wild mushroom & port sauce Baked cod with basil mash & white wine sauce Aubergine & fi lo tower with Mediterranean vegetables & rosemary cous cous Selection of seasonal vegetables and potatoes DESSERTS White & dark chocolate terrine studded with caramelised hazelnut praline Lemon crème brûlée with shortbread biscuit TO FINISH Freshly brewed coffee & mints WEDNESDAY 31ST DECEMBER 49.00 per person, dinner & entertainment 10 180.00 per couple, dinner, entertainment, overnight accommodation & brunch Additional nights 40.00 per person, dinner, bed & breakfast Contact the events team on to reserve your table
FAMILY AND FRIENDS COMING TO STAY OVER THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD? NOT ENOUGH ROOM AT? Special offers available between Christmas and New Year 25.00 per person bed & breakfast Prices are per person, based on 2 adults sharing a double or twin room. Single supplement 20.00 per night All packages include complimentary use of our leisure facilities whilst at the Hotel. SPECIAL PACKAGE RATES For all reservations, 10.00 per person nonrefundable & non-transferable deposit is required to secure your booking. Full pre-payment is required 14 days prior to the function, after which time no alterations to numbers can be made or refunds given. The booking will only be confi rmed on receipt of the deposit. Final numbers must be communicated to the hotel at least 14 days prior to the function. Provisional / telephone bookings will be held for a maximum period of 10 days pending receipt of written confi rmation and deposit, after which time the booking may be released. The proposed licensing times for our bars at the time of printing are subject to approval by the local licensing authority. We reserve the right to alter and amend any of the contents of the enclosed. We reserve the right to cancel any event should the booking fail to reach minimum numbers. In such cases, the organiser will be given at least 10 working days notice and a full refund for the amount of money paid or offered alternative date. All prices are inclusive of VAT at current rate of VAT. Please note that some dishes may contain nuts, please ask for clarifi cation. 11
EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS UNDER ONE ROOF For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on: Mercure Stafford South Hatherton House Hotel Pinfold Lane, Penkridge Staffordshire ST19 5QP Over 70 hotels in the UK and 700 worldwide