Christmas & New Year 2020 - Manor Of Groves

1. Manor of Groves Hotel | High Wych | Hertfordshire | CM21 0JU info@manorofgroves.co.uk | 01279 600777 Christmas & New Year 2020 Experience the difference...

2. Festive Lunch and Dinner Price from £23.95 per person Available Monday to Sunday in the Brasserie Restaurant from noon - 2.00pm and 6.30pm - 9.00pm Indulge in a relaxed dining experience; the perfect venue for a memorable Christmas gathering with friends, family or colleagues. Festive Afternoon Tea Price £19.95 per person Available Monday to Sunday throughout December from 12.30pm - 5.00pm A festive twist on our popular traditional afternoon tea. Join us and enjoy dainty finger sandwiches, scones served with rich clotted cream and jam plus festive sweet treats. Military Wives Choir Afternoon Tea Price £24.95 Adults £12.50 Children Sunday 6th December at 1.30pm The Military Wives Choir will provide the perfect backing to enjoy this pre-Christmas treat. A delightful festive afternoon tea to enjoy whilst listening to the relaxing sounds of this wonderful Choir. Santa Sunday Lunch Price £27.95 Adults £14.95 Children Christmas at Manor of Groves At the Manor of Groves Hotel we are determined that whatever we can do this festive season we will make sure that it’s all done within any guidelines that are in place but with festive flair and flourish. And, what’s more when the clock strikes midnight on 2021 the best place to be will be at one of our New Year events where a socially distanced, glass of bubbles is one to enjoy as we bid farewell to 2020 and a very warm hello to 2021 Our beautiful restored Georgian Manor House, is located in 150 acres of idyllic Hertfordshire countryside. The hotel boasts an 18 hole golf course, health club including a three floor gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi plus the luxuries and charm of a country estate with a modern accent. All this makes Manor of Groves the perfect location for any festive celebration. Sunday 13th and 20th December from 12.30pm Get into the festive spirit with Santa Sunday! A three course carvery Christmas lunch with a very special visit from Santa, festive music and gifts for all the children. Looking for a private room? Call our Events team on 01279 603545 for details

3. Stay a little longer An overnight stay at Manor of Groves is the perfect way to round off your Christmas event! A hearty full English breakfast awaits you the next day. You will also receive complimentary use of our Health Club for an invigorating workout or a relaxing swim during your stay. Only £98.00 per room based on 2 people sharing a standard room and £88.00 for single occupancy. This special rate is valid for guests attending events from 27th November to 23rd December 2020. Visiting Friends and Family this Christmas? Manor of Groves is the ideal venue to stay when visiting friends and family this festive season. You will get use of our Health Club including 20m swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and a three floor gym plus complimentary parking and WiFi From £77 per room for one night From £67 per room per night for two nights From £57 per room per night for three nights Valid on stays between 24th December and 30th December 2020. Based on two people sharing a standard double or twin room and full English breakfast. Subject to availability. Please call the hotel direct to book. Gift Vouchers Treat someone special to a Manor of Groves gift voucher this Christmas. We have lots of wonderful options available from overnight stays, afternoon tea and spa treatments to a round of golf or use of the Health Club or membership. Visit our website to purchase your voucher at www.manorofgroves.com

4. Perfect Parties in the Manor Suite & Colonnade Suite This year hasn’t been easy, but lets now make it fun and party with a difference… Our Christmas events this year will be a chance to get together and enjoy our restaurant style cabaret evening with some fantastic entertainment. Manor Suite Colonnade Suite Bar open from 6.30pm | Dinner served at 7.30pm | Carriages midnight Menu Starter Spiced Celeriac, Apple and Parsnip Soup, Herb Oil Bar open from 6.30pm | Dinner served at 7.30pm | Carriages midnight Menu Main Traditional Roast Turkey, Pigs in Blankets, Stuffing and Gravy Chicken and Apricot Terrine with Spiced Fruit Chutney, Micro Salad and Sea Salt Ciabatta Croute Roasted Cod with Pesto, Spinach, Beans and Romesco Sauce Spiced Cauliflower En Croute, Pepper Coulis Beetroot Cured Salmon with Pickled Cucumber, Golden Beetroot, Beetroot Gel and Fennel Salad With seasonal accompaniments - Roast Potatoes, Cauliflower Cheese, Honey Roast Root Vegetables and accompanying Sauces Main Roasted Turkey Paupiette with Seasonal Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Crispy Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Gravy Dessert Chef’s Selection of Desserts Baked Cod Fillet, Crushed Chive Potato Cake, Fine Beans, Samphire and Cherry Tomato Dressing Followed by Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies Roasted Butternut Squash with Mediterranean Vegetables, Basil, Vegan Cheese Glaze and Red Pepper Coulis Dates Available Dessert Salted Caramel Cheesecake with Mulled Berry Coulis Friday 27th November Thursday 3rd December Friday 4th December Saturday 5th December Thursday 10th December Friday 11th December Thursday 17th December Friday 18th December Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce and Redcurrants Raspberry and White Chocolate Torte with Raspberry Coulis Followed by Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies Pre-order required 2 weeks prior to event date Price Dates Available Thursday £29.95 per person excluding house wine £37.50 per person to include half a bottle of house wine Friday & Saturday £32.00 per person excluding house wine £39.50 per person to include half a bottle of house wine Friday 27th November Thursday 3rd December Friday 4th December Saturday 5th December Thursday 10th December Friday 11th December Saturday 12th December Thursday 17th December Saturday 19th December Tuesday 22nd December In an effort to reduce plastic waste we will not be providing Christmas crackers at our Christmas parties this year and will instead be making a donation to Plastic Oceans UK Price Thursday & Friday 27th November £38.50 per person excluding house wine £46.00 per person to include half a bottle of house wine Friday & Saturday £44.00 per person excluding house wine £51.50 per person to include half a bottle of house wine Entertainment may be subject to change depending on social distancing and restrictions in place at the time of party

5. Christmas Day Lunch Spend Christmas Day in one of our beautiful Georgian function rooms and enjoy a magnificent five course lunch with stunning views over our gardens and golf course. Santa will have stopped by the night before to drop off the children's gifts! Menu Glass of Champagne on arrival Amuse-Bouche Starter Roasted Sweet Potato and Butternut Squash Soup with Herb Butternut Crisps Confit Duck and Game Terrine with Spiced Country Chutney and Toasted Brioche Crayfish, Prawns and Avocado Tian on Mixed Leaf Salad with Lemon Dill Dressing Honey, Goats Cheese and Hazelnut Mousse with Crispy Kale and Lemon Caper Dressing Followed by Palate Cleanser Main Traditional Roast Norfolk Turkey with Cranberry Stuffing, Chipolatas wrapped in Bacon, Crisp Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Turkey Gravy Fillet of Beef Wellington accompanied by Roasted Shallots, Honey Root Vegetables, Dauphinoise Potato and Port Wine Jus Pan Seared Sea Bass Fillet with Herb Crushed Potatoes, Asparagus, Fine Beans and Citrus Butter Sauce Grilled Cauliflower Steak, Cauliflower Beignet, Tenderstem Broccoli and Basil Tapenade Dessert Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy, Clementine Sauce and Redcurrants White and Dark Chocolate Mousseline with Chocolate Crumb and Orange Gel Toffee and Pecan Meringue Roulade with Honey and Ginger Ice Cream Selection of Cheese, Crackers, Grapes, Celery and Fruit Chutney Followed by Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies Pre-order required Price £95.00 Adults, £48.00 Children Reservations available from 12 noon until 3.00pm

6. Boxing Day Lunch Enjoy a pleasant stroll in our hotel grounds before joining us for a three course carvery lunch in one of our stunning Georgian Suites. Relax with family and friends in this beautiful setting for the perfect Boxing Day. A gift from us…we are including a January day pass to our health club for everyone that joins us this Boxing Day. Menu Starter Leek and Potato Soup with Stilton Croute Ham Hock Terrine with Piccalilli and Sourdough Croute Smoked Salmon Roulade with Pink Grapefruit, Fennel Salad and Garden Herbs Main From the Carvery - Roast Lamb Leg Slow Roast Topside of Beef Honey and Mustard Glazed Gammon With seasonal accompaniments - Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Seasonal Stuffing, Honey Roast Root Vegetables, Cauliflower Cheese, Gravy and accompanying Sauces Seared Salmon Supreme with Parsley Pomme Purée, Grilled Baby Vegetables and White Wine Veloute Roasted Beetroot, Butternut Squash and Pumpkin Seed Tart with Mixed Leaf Salad and Balsamic Glaze Dessert Cappuccino Torte with Coffee Ice Cream Mandarin and Cranberry Spiced Cheesecake with Mango Coulis White Chocolate Brûlée with Cinnamon Ice Cream Followed by Tea, Coffee and Mints Price £29.95 Adults, £14.95 Children Reservations available from 12 noon until 3.00pm

7. New Year’s Eve Black Tie Ball Join us for a champagne and canapé reception before enjoying a restaurant style four course dinner in our Colonnade Suite. After dinner, enjoy our live singer as we look to welcome in 2021 with a flourish!! Arrival from 7.00pm | Dinner served from 7.30pm | Carriages 1.00am Dress code | Black Tie Menu Champagne & Canape Reception Starter Wild Mushroom and Tarragon Soup with Truffle Foam Seared Peppered Tuna Loin with Quail Egg Nicoise Salad Crispy Ham Hock and Pork Cheek Bon Bon with Pea Purée and Mustard Apple Compote Followed by Palate Cleanser Main Braised Feather Blade Steak with Fondant Potato, Glazed Salsify, Spinach, Mushroom Tian and Medina Jus Pan Fried Sea Bass and Red Mullet, Saffron Potato, Curly Kale and Bouillabaisse Sauce Roasted Vegetable Wellington with Honey Glazed Carrots, Tenderstem Broccoli and Pepper Coulis Dessert White Chocolate and Pistachio Cheesecake with Lemon Sorbet Blackberry and Chocolate Tart with Chocolate Cinnamon Ice Cream Selection of Cheese and Biscuits served with Celery, Chutney and Grapes Followed by Tea, Coffee and Petit Fours Pre-order required Price £107.00 per person for non-residents £170.00 per person for the residential package Why go home? Residential package includes overnight stay based on 2 people sharing a standard double/twin room with check-in from 2pm and New Year’s Day brunch before departure.

8. New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance Celebrate the coming of the New Year in style; whilst enjoying good food and our cabaret style entertainment Booking A provisional booking can be held for up to 14 days, to do this call 01279 603545 or email events@manorofgroves.co.uk Arrival from 7.00pm | Dinner served from 8.00pm | Carriages 1.00am Dress code | Smart For all Christmas Parties a deposit of £15.00 per person is required (please note for exclusive use an additional deposit of £500 is payable). Parties where the number of guests exceed 50 will be issued with a contract. Menu Main Fillet of Beef Stroganoff For Choir Afternoon Tea and Santa Sunday Lunch pre-payment is required in full at the time of booking. Roast Salmon Fillet, Lentils with Spinach and Tomato Salsa For Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve events a deposit is required of 50% per person. We regret that neither deposits nor full prepayments are returnable/refundable. Payments can be made by cheque, credit card or BACS. Cheques should be made payable to Manor of Groves Ltd. Portobello Mushroom with Sweet Potato Tartlet and Pesto Dressing With seasonal accompaniments - Minted New Potatoes, Mixed Seasonal Vegetables, Lemon and Herb Braised Rice and Selection of Salads Confirmations and deposits must be made within 14 days of your provisional booking. Full payment of the balance is due by 2nd November 2020. All prices include VAT at the current rate. Dessert Chef’s Choice Dessert Selection Followed by Tea, Coffee and Mints Christmas Party Nights and New Year’s Eve Black Tie Ball are strictly over 18’s. For New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance persons of 14-18 years can join bookings when supervised by over 18’s. This is at the managements discretion. Price £44.50 per person If you have any dietary requirements please speak with our Events team for allergens information. All of our dishes are prepared in kitchens using ingredients including but not limited to nuts, dairy, flour, fish. From all the team at Monor of Groves we wish you a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Why not visit our website: www.manorofgroves.com Join our mailing list and find out about future events