EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS UNDER ONE ROOF ENTER MERCURE GLOUCESTER, BOWDEN HALL HOTEL
CONTENTS 03 04 05 06 MISTLETOE MASQUERADE PARTIES 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 FESTIVE OFFERS ACCOUNT BAR Avoid queuing by setting up an account bar for a hassle-free festive party. COCKTAIL RECEPTION Celebrate in style with a Mistletoe Masquerade drinks reception. FESTIVE DRINKS PACKAGES Have your drinks waiting for you at your table, saving time and money. 2 Terms and conditions are available on request. JOIN A PARTY An evening of festive food and entertainment set to the mysterious backdrop of our Mistletoe Masquerade. MAKE A NIGHT OF IT Make a night of your celebrations by spending the night with us. Rooms start from 79.00 including breakfast. HALF BOTTLE OF WINE OFFER For only 8.00 per person add a half bottle of red or white house wine to your package.
WHETHER YOU RE LOOKING FOR A FESTIVE-THEMED GETAWAY, DELICIOUS DINING WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS OR TO CELEBRATE IN STYLE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WE VE GOT EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS UNDER ONE ROOF! Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel offers the perfect setting for a memorable Christmas and New Year. Built in 1770 this private Regency manor house is a grade 2 listed building set in 12 acres of tranquil woodland. Today guests can enjoy the hotel s facilities including the Dearman s restaurant named after Major Dearman Birchall, a cotton merchant and a Major in the Gloucester Hussars, who was a previous owner. Whether you re shining on the dance fl oor at a Mistletoe Masquerade party, enjoying a delicious meal with family on Christmas Day, or celebrating New Year s Eve in style, there are festivities for everyone to enjoy. We ll help you relax and unwind whichever event you choose to join us for. There s delicious food, decorated surroundings and a fun atmosphere for you to enjoy this festive season. Why not arrange to stay the night? With comfortable welcoming rooms, you ll only have a short walk after your celebrations and a tasty breakfast the following morning. For further information, and to book, simply call the Christmas Co-ordinator on or visit www.mercuregloucester.co.uk/christmas We look forward to welcoming you. NOVEMBER Saturday 29th Vegas/Hollywood Night DECEMBER Friday 5th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Abba Tribute Saturday 6th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Abba Tribute Friday 12th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Saturday 13th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Sunday 14th Sunday Festive Lunch Thursday 18th Motown Tribute Friday 19th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Saturday 20th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Sunday 21st Sunday Festive Lunch Thursday 25th Christmas Day Lunch Wednesday 31st New Year s Eve Gala Dinner JANUARY 2015 Friday 9th Mistletoe Masquerade party night Saturday 10th Mistletoe Masquerade party night 3
TAKE THE WORRY OUT OF GETTING AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR GREAT VALUE ACCOMMODATION RATES FOR THE FESTIVE PERIOD. Check in from 2pm and enjoy a relaxing afternoon before getting ready to party the night away. And just think at the end of the night, there ll be no lengthy queues for a taxi: your room is just a short stroll away. Rooms from 79.00 per night to include bed & breakfast for double occupancy. What s more enjoy a traditional breakfast in the morning. WHY NOT UPGRADE......TO A STYLISH PRIVILEGE ROOM? Upgrade to a Privilege Room and make your stay with us even more enjoyable. From just 20.00 more per room, you can totally relax in a distinctive room with a whole host of indulgent extras including a Nespresso coffee machine, newspaper delivered to your room, bath robe and luxury toiletries. Terms and conditions apply please contact the hotel for further information. 4
FESTIVE LUNCH WITH FATHER CHRISTMAS TO CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IN STYLE, WHY NOT JOIN US FOR A DELICIOUS FESTIVE LUNCH? Served in the restaurant the delicious festive-themed menu includes a two-course festive lunch and a visit from Father Christmas. As well as magnifi cent menus, enjoy the warmest of welcomes from the staff, and great surroundings. Whether it s with friends, family or colleagues, we guarantee a great time and the best bit, no washing up! Arrive from 12.30pm Lunch served from 1pm onwards Dress code: smart casual Sundays 14th, 21st December 19.95 per person for two courses Children under 5 eat free. MENU MAINS DESSERTS Festive Roast Turkey, Chipolatas, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce Pre-booking is required: please call to book directly with the Brasserie restaurant. NB: 10 per person deposit required at time of booking. Full amount due 2 weeks prior. 5
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. Bar opens at 6.30pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am Dress code: smart casual Price includes themed event room, three-course meal, table novelties and resident DJ. 6
MISTLETOE MASQUERADE PARTY MENU CONTENTS TO START MAINS DESSERTS Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Sage Cream (v) Pressed Ham Hock and Pea Terrine, Celeriac Remoulade, Toasted Ciabatta Festive Roast Turkey, Chipolatas, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup PARTY DATES DECEMBER 2014 Fridays 5th, 12th, 19th Saturdays 6th, 13th, 20th JANUARY 2015 Friday 9th Saturday 10th 29.00 per person Other midweek dates available on request. Private parties available on request. 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! 7
FOR A TRULY SPECTACULAR EVENING LET GARY GRACE & THE SWING KINGS TRANSPORT YOU TO HOLLYWOOD WITH THE SOUND OF SINATRA WHILST YOU TRY YOUR LUCK ON THE CASINO TABLES. PARTY DATE SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER 36.00 per person Price includes: three-course dinner, live band (Gary Grace & The Swing Kings) & 2 casino tables. Bar opens at 7pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am Dress code: smart casual MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Sage Cream (v) Pressed Ham Hock and Pea Terrine, Celeriac Remoulade, Toasted Ciabatta Gravadlax of Beetroot Salmon, Potato and Dill Salad, Dressed Watercress 8 Festive Roast Turkey, Chipolatas, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup
BY POPULAR DEMAND WHETHER YOU RE A DANCING QUEEN OR JUST A SUPER TROUPER DON T MISS OUT ON THIS FANTASTIC NIGHT OF FABULOUS HITS AND DANCE ROUTINES. BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT! PARTY DATES FRIDAY 5TH, SATURDAY 6TH DECEMBER 32.00 per person Price includes: three-course dinner, live band. Bar opens at 7pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am Dress code: smart casual MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Sage Cream (v) Pressed Ham Hock and Pea Terrine, Celeriac Remoulade, Toasted Ciabatta Gravadlax of Beetroot Salmon, Potato and Dill Salad, Dressed Watercress Festive Roast Turkey, Chipolatas, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup 9
DON T HEAR IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE! DOWN AT THE MERCURE GLOUCESTER BOWDEN HALL HOTEL, WITH THE SHADOWS OF MOTOWN, THEY LL HAVE YOU ON YOUR FEET AT A TRULY FANTASTIC EVENING. PARTY DATE THURSDAY 18TH DECEMBER 32.00 per person Price includes: three-course dinner, live band (the Shadows of Motown). Bar opens at 7pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am Dress code: smart casual MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Sage Cream (v) Pressed Ham Hock and Pea Terrine, Celeriac Remoulade, Toasted Ciabatta Gravadlax of Beetroot Salmon, Potato and Dill Salad, Dressed Watercress 10 Festive Roast Turkey, Chipolatas, Chestnut Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup
JOIN US FOR A SCRUMPTIOUS FIVE-COURSE CHRISTMAS LUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS. The festivities start with Buck s Fizz and canapés on arrival before you sit down for the main event a mouth-watering fi ve-course festive feast to tantalise your taste buds. Whether there are two of you or the whole family, sit back, relax, enjoy the festive surroundings and let us do all the hard work. Bar opens 12pm Lunch served from 12.30pm Dress code: smart casual MENU TO START MAINS DESSERTS Cream of Mushroom and Celeriac Soup, Truffle Oil (v) Slow Cooked Pork Belly and Confi t Duck Terrine, Apple and Cider Chutney Gravadlax of Beetroot Salmon, Potato and Dill Salad, Dressed Watercress Paupiette of Sole, Prawns, White Wine, Chives and Cream Festive Roast Turkey with all the trimmings Roast Striploin of Prime Beef, Yorkshire Pudding and Red Wine Jus Roast Vegetable and Goats Cheese Wellington, Tomato and Basil (v) THURSDAY 25TH DECEMBER 69.00 per adult, 34.50 per child under 12 years. Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce Rich Chocolate Torte, Orange Syrup Rum and Raisin Cheesecake, Toffee Sauce AND Selection of English Cheeses, Grapes and Biscuits TO FINISH Coffee and Mince Pies NB: 20 per person deposit required at time of booking. Full amount due 2 weeks prior. 11
3-NIGHT PACKAGE 24TH 27TH DEC 249.00 per person ENJOY A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER WITH A RELAXING FESTIVE BREAK AT MERCURE GLOUCESTER, BOWDEN HALL HOTEL. Relax in comfortable surroundings as the team of dedicated staff look after your every whim this Christmas. Whether there are two of you or the whole family, we ve something for everyone to enjoy this festive period. Your memorable festive break begins the minute you arrive on Christmas Eve as we welcome you with afternoon tea and sherry. The festivities continue throughout your stay, before we bid you a fond farewell on 27th December. ITINERARY 24TH DECEMBER CHRISTMAS DAY BOXING DAY Enjoy afternoon tea with cakes, scones and fresh cream on arrival. Local carol singers will entertain you at 6pm followed by a three course dinner. Why not join us for Midnight Mass at the local church followed by warm mulled wine and mince pies on your return. Wake up to a traditional full English breakfast served between 8am and 10am. Enjoy a leisurely morning stroll, take the time to read, play cards and board games before your full traditional Christmas Lunch at 1pm; followed by the Queen s speech at 3pm. Join in with the Antiques Quiz at 4pm. Dinner will be served from 7.30pm with entertainment. Enjoy a traditional cooked breakfast served between 8am to 10am. From 3pm we will arrange tickets to the local pantomime at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham. On your return to the hotel you will be welcomed with a three-course dinner, round off your festive break with a spin on the casino tables. 27TH DECEMBER Traditional full English breakfast served between 8am and 10am. 12
CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE AND ENJOY A COUNTDOWN TO REMEMBER AT OUR GORGEOUS GALA DINNER! Kick-start the celebrations with a glass of Kir Royale on arrival before sitting down to a magnifi cent fi ve-course gala dinner. Following dinner, the fun really starts with the entertainment including a live band and casino tables. MENU With fun and laughter guaranteed this is the perfect way to start 2015! Over 18s only Bar opens at 6.30pm Dinner served 7.45pm Bar closes at 12.30am with dancing until 1am Dress code: Black tie & cocktail dresses TO START MAINS DESSERTS Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Sage Cream (v) Pressed Chicken, Duck and Red Onion Marmalade Terrine, Celeriac Remoulade, Roquette Smoked Salmon and Cray Fish Cocktail, Spiced Bloody Mary Dressing TO FOLLOW Champagne Sorbet Fillet of Beef Wellington, Mushroom Duxelle, Chicken Liver Pate, Wilted Greens, Potato Cake, Red Wine Jus Open Lasagne of Oyster Mushrooms, Baby Spinach and Sun Blushed Tomatoes, Parmesan Crisps and Basil Oil (v) Fillet of Sea Bass, Bubble and Squeak Cake, Crispy Leeks, Red Pepper Dressing WEDNESDAY 31ST DECEMBER 65.00 per person (Dinner & entertainment) 129.00 per person (Dinner, entertainment & overnight accommodation) NB: 20 per person deposit required at time of booking. Assiette of Chocolate AND Coffee and Petits Fours 13
A TRULY MAGICAL TIME OF YEAR TO GET MARRIED. CELEBRATE IN STYLE WITH AN EXCITING ICE WHITE THEMED WEDDING. FROM THE THEMED EVENT ROOM TO THE LITTLE TOUCHES, YOUR BIG DAY WILL BE BOTH STUNNING AND MEMORABLE. To book or for more information on the range of wedding packages available call or visit www.mercuregloucester.co.uk. Availability is limited, so book early! YOUR UPGRADE INCLUDES: Red carpet arrival, sprinkled with confetti Upgraded reception drink to warming mulled wine and mince pie canapés at no extra cost 14 An Ice White themed event room Decorated tables to include a centrepiece exploding with crackers, streamers and feathers / tiaras Co-ordinated napkins and confetti to match the theme Suggested Winter Wonderland playlist for your DJ Preferential accommodation rates
Please Please print off complete this form this and form complete in BLOCK in BLOCK CAPITALS CAPITALS and return and return with your with deposit your deposit Name Position Company Address METHOD OF PAYMENT (please tick box) Cash Cheque Credit card Total value Card no. Postcode Tel no. Email Booking reference no. PARTY DETAILS Date of event No. of guests Type of event Print name Date Expiry date / If paying by credit card, upon receipt of your booking form our Christmas Co-ordinator will call you for authorisation of your deposit and process your booking. If you would like fi nal payment to be taken from your card on the due date please tick this box. I have read and accept the terms and conditions of booking and agree to abide by them for all participants. Signed Full terms and conditions apply and are available at reception or online at mercuregloucester.co.uk/christmas A 10.00 deposit per person is required for all bookings excluding New Year events where a 20.00 deposit per person is required Date 15
EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS UNDER ONE ROOF For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on: @jupiterhotels.co.uk Mercure Gloucester, Bowden Hall Hotel Bondend Lane, Upton-St-Leonards, Gloucester, GL4 8ED Over 70 hotels in the UK and 700 worldwide