ALL THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE BRISTOL GRAND HOTEL

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EVENT DIARY

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SANTA SUNDAY LUNCH

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WHITE CHRISTMAS

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CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

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CELLAR BAR BUFFET

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BOXING DAY LUNCH

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PARTY & STAY

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NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL

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FESTIVE LUNCHES

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NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES

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AFTERNOON TREATS

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EVENTS 2017

FESTIVE OFFERS FESTIVE WINE OFFER

REWARD THE ORGANISER

Why not add a half-bottle of house red, white or rosé wine for just £7.95 per person and save money on the night?

We know how demanding it can be to arrange a Christmas event and that’s why the organiser of any event with over 30 people will receive a reward:

FESTIVE DRINKS PACKAGES Have your drinks waiting for you at your table, saving time and money. • All-inclusive drinks packages • Drinks vouchers • Happy Hour • Private drinks reception • Special ofers throughout the night

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT Make the most of your celebrations and spend the night with us. Rooms start from £85.00 per room (single occupancy) or £95.00 per room (two people sharing a double or twin room), including breakfast. Subject to availability.

BEAUTY OFFER 20% of all pre-booked treatments which take place during the week of your Christmas party.

Book 30 people Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly and a one-day guest pass to our Health & Leisure Club for two people. Book 50 people Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly and an overnight stay on the night of the party, including breakfast. Book 100 people Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly, an overnight stay on the night of the party, including breakfast, and a three-month leisure membership to our Health & Leisure Club.

CONTACT US For more information on the festive events and ofers call 0117 930 3322 or email

[email protected] For more information visit

mercure.com/festive

CELEBRATE THE SEASON OF JOY LOOK FORWARD TO A SEASONAL SHORT BREAK, DELICIOUS FESTIVE FARE WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS, OR STYLISH CELEBRATIONS WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY OR COLLEAGUES – IN A JOYFULLY UNIQUE SETTING. Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel provides a unique experience where modern-day luxury meets Victorian grandeur. Boasting one of the largest banqueting rooms in Bristol, we are the ideal venue for your Christmas party. Located on Broad Street in Bristol city centre, Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel truly lives up to its name. Dating from Victorian times, our refurbished hotel blends classic period charm with the very best in contemporary comforts. With 182 spacious bedrooms, including sumptuous suites, the Grand is one of the few hotels in Bristol which ofer both convenience and luxury in a city centre location. We have a health and leisure club onsite with pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi and gym to help you relax and rejuvenate during the hectic festive period. We ofer a choice of four elegant function rooms, making Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel one of the most popular Christmas party venues in Bristol. The largest room, the Wessex Suite, seats up to 400 guests in a modern, bright and airy room. The Ballroom, with its fabulous vaulted ceiling and impressive chandeliers, seats up to 200. The Marlborough Suite has floor-to-ceiling windows, large mirrors and chandeliers and can cater for parties for up to 100 guests. The Duchess Suite is the most versatile room as it can be divided into smaller suites so is suitable for smaller private parties of 20 or larger parties of up to 120. In addition to the function rooms the hotel has its own Cellar Bar: a unique and quirky space with a medieval well featured on the dance floor. The Cellar Bar can cater up to 90 guests and is the perfect setting if you are looking for something a little diferent for your Christmas party.

EVENT DIARY WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Throughout December and January

KIDS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December

CELLAR BAR BUFFET Monday to Sunday throughout December

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH 25th December

FESTIVE LUNCHES Monday to Saturday throughout December

BOXING DAY LUNCH 26th December

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA Monday to Sunday throughout December

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL 31st December

SUNDAY LUNCH WITH SANTA Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December

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WHERE THE TABLES GLISTEN AND OUR GUESTS ALL LISTEN TO HEAR SLEIGH BELLS IN THE SNOW! Whatever the weather, our White Christmas parties will conjure up a magically atmospheric and joyful setting for your festive celebrations. Dress to dazzle and enjoy great food, great music – and an evening that’s merry and bright.

PARTY DATES AND PRICES THROUGHOUT DECEMBER AND JANUARY WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Thursdays and Sundays £35.95, Fridays and Saturdays £43.95 ALL-INCLUSIVE WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Thursdays and Sundays £50.00, Fridays and Saturdays £63.95 Includes selected drinks all night.

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WHITE CHRISTMAS MENU STARTER Duck and chicken liver parfait Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough

MAIN Roast turkey Duck fat-roast potatoes, chestnut and pork stuffing, ‘pigs in blankets’, honey-glazed Chantenay carrots, seasonal vegetables, turkey jus

DESSERT Orange and Cointreau cheesecake

TO FINISH Tea, coffee and mince pies

WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Package includes Arrival drink | Three-course meal | Tea, cofee & mince pies | Festive novelties I DJ & Disco

ALL-INCLUSIVE WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Package includes Arrival drink | Three-course meal | Tea, cofee & mince pies | Festive novelties I DJ & Disco PLUS Unlimited drinks all night (drinks included are draught beer and cider, house wine (red, white and rosé), spirits (vodka, whisky, rum and gin) with a mixer and all non-alcoholic drinks) Party starts: 7pm | Last orders: 12.30am | Carriages: 1am | Dress code: smart casual All dietary requirements catered for when ordered a minimum of 14 days in advance. Non-refundable and non-transferable £10.00 deposit per person required at time of booking.

FESTIVE OFFERS Book and pay your deposit before the end of July and receive 10% of. For more information on our festive ofers please contact our dedicated Christmas Co-ordinator. 5

CELLAR BAR BUFFET LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE CHRISTMAS PARTY AT AN AMAZING PRICE? You’ll enjoy a festive themed bufet in a unique and relaxed setting, great for celebrating with friends or colleagues.

BUFFET Smoked salmon and crème fraîche mini bagels *** Smoked turkey, cranberry and rocket wraps *** Pastrami with horseradish and red chard on focaccia *** Grilled vegetables and pesto on sourdough (v)

Grilled mini steak burgers

Lemon meringue pie

*** Broccoli and Stilton tart (v)

*** Classic crème brûlée

*** Sun-dried tomato and fennel risotto (v)

*** Chocolate fountain Strawberries, mini doughnuts and marshmallows

*** Lamb hotpot with potato dumplings

PARTY DATES AND PRICES THROUGHOUT DECEMBER £18.95 per person Exclusive use available from 6pm until midnight – why not add a DJ for the evening for £350.00?

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MAKE THE JOY LAST LONGER – STAY OVER THE ONLY WAY TO TRULY RELAX: TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR GREAT-VALUE ACCOMMODATION RATES THIS CHRISTMAS Check in from 2pm and have a relaxing afternoon enjoying the hotel’s extensive facilities 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. What’s more, you will enjoy a traditional breakfast in the morning. Rooms from £85.00 per night single occupancy and £95.00 double occupancy

WHY NOT UPGRADE? Why not upgrade to a Privilege room for just £25.00 per room, including bathrobe, slippers, upgraded toiletries, Nespresso coffee machine and a stocked mini fridge with complimentary soft drinks. Alternatively upgrade to a spacious suite for just £40.00 per room: you can relax in the living room area and enjoy the host of indulgent extras included within the Privilege room. Rooms subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply – please contact the hotel for further information.

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FESTIVE LUNCHES TO CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IN STYLE, WHY NOT JOIN US FOR A DELICIOUS FESTIVE LUNCH OR AFTERNOON TEA?

Served daily throughout December, our delicious festive menus include two or three course options. As well as magniicent menus you’ll enjoy the warmest of welcomes from our staf and great surroundings. Whether it’s with friends, family or colleagues, we guarantee a great time – and the best bit, no washing up!

MONDAY TO SATURDAY THROUGHOUT DECEMBER £15.95 per person for two courses £17.95 per person for three courses

MENU STARTER

MAIN

DESSERT

Duck and chicken liver parfait Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough

Roast turkey Duck fat-roast potatoes, chestnut and pork stuffing, ‘pigs in blankets’, honey-glazed Chantenay carrots, seasonal vegetables, gravy

Christmas bread and butter pudding Brandy sauce

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TO FINISH Tea, coffee and mince pies

AFTERNOON TREATS FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA Indulgent festive afternoon tea, with warm mulled wine, served every day from 2pm to 5pm. £15.95 per person

KIDS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December | 2-4pm Children’s entertainer, disco, visit from Santa and a gift. All children will also receive a snack box meal. Please contact the hotel for the menu details. £10.00 per child, under-2s accompanying FREE Adult meals can be pre-ordered from £8.95 and the bar will be open. Maximum 2 adults per child. All children must be supervised by an adult for the duration of the event.

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SANTA SUNDAY LUNCH Enjoy a three-course lunch with a visit from Santa and a gift for every child. Available Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th – 12 noon-3pm £19.95 per adult, £9.95 per child (5-12 years), under-5s eat FREE

MENU STARTER

MAIN

DESSERT

Roast tomato and basil soup Toasted sourdough

Herb and garlic butter-roast turkey

Orange and Cointreau cheesecake

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OR

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Duck and chicken liver parfait Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough

Maple and mustard roast ham OR

Christmas bread and butter pudding

Hake with beurre blanc

OR

OR

Christmas pudding

Wild mushroom, Brie and walnut Wellington (v) Squash purée, roast vegetables

Knickerbocker glory

OR Whisky-cured salmon Pickled fennel, dill mayonnaise, rye bread OR Cranberry and goat’s cheese tart (v) Mixed leaves, balsamic glaze

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TO FINISH Served with duck fat-roast potatos, honey-glazed roast parsnips, yorkshire pudding, pigs in blankets, chestnut and pork stuffing, sprouts with walnuts and lardons, glazed Chantenay carrots and creamed leeks

Menu choices must be received no later than 14 days prior to arrival.

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Tea, coffee and mince pies

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH JOIN US FOR A SCRUMPTIOUS FOUR-COURSE CHRISTMAS LUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS.

The festivities start with Buck’s Fizz on arrival before you sit down for the main event: a mouthwatering four-course festive feast to tantalise your taste buds. There will be a visit from Santa and a gift for every child – this will be a great Christmas Day! Whether there’s two of you or the whole family, sit back, relax, enjoy the festive surroundings – and let us do all the hard work.

Lunch served: from 12 noon until 3pm £65.00 per adult, £30.00 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE

MENU STARTER

MAIN

DESSERT

Chicken, bacon, leek and pistachio terrine Balsamic glaze

Herb and garlic butter-roast turkey

Orange and Cointreau cheesecake

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OR

OR

Wild mushroom, Brie and walnut Wellington (v)

Strawberry Pavlova

*** Served with duck fat-roast potatoes, honey-glazed roast parsnips, pigs in blankets, chestnut and sausagemeat stuffing, sprouts with walnuts and lardons, buttered Chantenay carrots, creamed leeks and braised cabbage

Lemon meringue pie

Apple, pear and chestnut salad (v) Blue cheese dressing OR Smoked salmon and crayfish roulade Rocket and horseradish salad

INTERMEDIATE Winter vegetable soup (v) Crème fraîche, thyme croutons, toasted sourdough

OR OR Baked Alaska OR Christmas pudding OR Knickerbocker glory TO FINISH Tea, coffee and mince pies

Menu choices must be received no later than 14 days prior to arrival.

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BOXING DAY LUNCH THE FESTIVITIES CONTINUE AS WE SERVE A DELICIOUS BOXING DAY BUFFET LUNCH Get together for a fabulous Boxing Day Bufet in the relaxing surroundings of our city centre restaurant. You’ll be treated to a tantalising selection of traditional Boxing Day favourites all the family will enjoy. £26.95 per adult, £11.95 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE Served from 12 noon-3pm

MENU STARTER

MAIN

DESSERT

Duck and chicken liver parfait Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough

Honey-glazed ham

Winter berry cheesecake

*** Sirloin of beef

*** Strawberry Pavlova

*** Dressed salmon

*** Lemon meringue pie

*** Wild mushroom, Brie and walnut Wellington (v)

*** Traditional sherry trifle

*** Roast tomato and basil soup (v) Toasted sourdough *** Mezze board Selection of cured meats *** Salmon and dill fishcakes

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*** Served with herb-roasted Parmentier potatoes, glazed roast parsnip, chestnut and sausagemeat stuffing, pigs in blankets, seasonal vegetables, chive potato salad, cucumber salad

*** Baked Alaska *** Christmas pudding

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL 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 our New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. Whether you’re celebrating with friends or family, you’ll enjoy an evening of delicious food and festive entertainment all set to the mysterious backdrop of our Masquerade Ball with a live band, DJ, photographer and photo booth. Champagne on arrival: 7pm | Five-course dinner served: from 8pm | Live band, DJ and disco Last orders: 1.30am | Carriages: 2am £79.95 per adult (Over-16s only)

PRIVATE ROOM HIRE AVAILABLE Make your New Year’s Eve special and hold you own private party in one of our fabulous function rooms from £70.00 per person. The package includes our ive-course New Year’s Eve menu and a DJ with disco until 2am. Please contact hotel for more information. Seating will be based on tables of 10. Minimum numbers of 60 for private room hire.

NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU STARTER

DESSERT

Gravadlax Asparagus and fennel salad, aged olive oil, lemon and caper dressing

Trio of desserts (v) Dark chocolate and black cherry dome Lemon and ginger cheesecake White chocolate and strawberry ‘chapeau’

INTERMEDIATE Italian lentil soup (v) Toasted sourdough

MAIN Venision Wellington Fondant potatoes, buttered green beans, slow-braised cabbage, carrot purée

CHEESE European cheese Biscuits, grapes, apple, chutney

TO FINISH Tea, coffee and petits fours

All dietary requirements catered for when ordered a minimum of 14 days in advance. Non-refundable and non-transferable £10.00 deposit per person required at time of booking.

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NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES If you’re planning on joining one of our New Year celebrations – why not make it extra special by taking advantage of our residential package?

NEW YEAR’S EVE OVERNIGHT PACKAGE ARRIVING 31ST DECEMBER £270.00 per couple (over-16s only) including overnight accommodation with breakfast and two tickets to our Masquerade Ball Add an extra night for only £80.00 dinner, bed and breakfast. Enjoy the fabulous shopping at Cabot Circus, which is a short walk from our hotel, or simply take some time to relax and enjoy our spa facilities.

WHY NOT UPGRADE TO ONE OF OUR PRIVILEGE ROOMS? For just an extra £25.00 per night. Ask at time of booking for more information. All packages include breakfast and full use of the health club. 14

EVENTS 2017 IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START PLANNING FOR 2017! Whether you’re organising a family celebration, looking to treat a loved one or simply want a relaxing break – we can help make any event unforgettable. Call us on 0117 930 3322 for more information and to discuss your requirements.

VALENTINE’S FRIDAY 10TH, SATURDAY 11TH AND TUESDAY 14TH FEBRUARY Enjoy a four-course dinner, pink bubbly and a box of chocolates. £28.95 per person

MOTHER’S DAY SUNDAY 26TH MARCH A delicious Sunday lunch with a gift for Mum. £24.95 per adult, £9.95 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE

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ALL THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE For more information on our festive events and ofers please contact us on:

0117 930 3322 [email protected] mercure.com/festive Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel Broad Street, Bristol BS1 2EL

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