Christmas 2016
Hotel • Dining • Events
Hotel • Dining • Events
Hotel • Dining • Events
Hotel • Dining • Events
Welcome to The Barns Celebrate in style at The Barns Hotel this festive season.
Party Nights Celebrate with us during the festive season in our Tithe Barn or WineGlass restaurant, enjoy a three course dinner and dance the night away until midnight with our resident DJ.
There is something for everyone at this beautiful riverside location, whatever type of celebration you have in mind. From festive family lunches and a visit from Father Christmas himself, Christmas conferences, lavish nights with live music and our ever popular party nights, we are sure to add some sparkle and a touch of excitement to your festivities. New to 2016, our residential package offers fun activities and delicious food, along with a relaxing ambience and comfortable bedrooms. Join the hotel for either two or three nights over the festive period and step away from the troubles of cooking and washing up! Let our team care for you during your stay. On Christmas Day our talented kitchen team will be creating a decadent lunch with all the trimmings and furthermore Father Christmas will be visiting the children bearing gifts.
Party Nights Menu Ham Hock and Wholegrain Mustard Terrine Piccalilli, toasted sour dough bread
Cream of Fennel Soup Buttered greens
On behalf of all the team I hope to see you at one of our events this festive season and we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
£39
Fridays & Saturdays per person
Roast Breast of Turkey Pigs in blankets, apricot & cranberry stuffing, turkey jus
Slow Braised Feather Blade of Beef Rich red wine sauce
£29
January Dates From per person
Roast Fillet of Sea Bass Basil, cherry tomato and red onion salsa
Butternut Squash and Caramelised Onion Tart Red pepper sauce
Trio of Desserts Stephen Mileham General Manager
per person
Goats Cheese Salad Spiced beetroot carpaccio, grape chutney
A perfect way to celebrate the big day! For a night of glitz and glamour we cordially invite you to attend our New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner. Dress to impress in black tie, arrive to a glass of bubbles or house cocktail and enjoy a stunning five course dinner and resident DJ.
£30 Sundays £29
Thursdays
Pannatoni and cinnamon sauce Mulled wine jelly Christmas pudding ice cream
Why not make a night of it and stay over?
£35
Bed and Breakfast per person based on two people sharing
Please call 01234 270044 to book
Live Music Party Nights Our Live music party nights offer an alternative to a DJ and a chance to celebrate Christmas on a different night of the week. Ideal for all party sizes, includes a glass of fizz and canapes on arrival and a two course dinner, festive novelties and live performance from our resident singer.
Live Music Menu Roast Breast of Turkey Pigs in blankets, apricot & cranberry stuffing, turkey jus
£35
Wednesday 14th December per person
£35
Wednesday 21st December per person
Slow Braised Feather Blade of Beef Rich red wine sauce
Roast Fillet of Sea Bass Basil, cherry tomato and red onion salsa
Butternut Squash and Caramelised Onion Tart Red pepper sauce
Trio of Desserts
Why not make a night of it and stay over?
£35
Bed and Breakfast per person based on two people sharing
Festive Dining Festive lunches and dinners Enjoy a festive themed lunch or dinner in our WineGlass Restaurant during December and choose from our seasonal menu. Private Dining Rooms are also available Please contact our Events team on 01234 270044 for menus and availability
2 course lunch
£15.50
per person
£20
3 course lunch per person
£20
2 course dinner per person
3 course dinner
£25.50
per person
*Tables need to be pre-booked in advance; a pre-order and full pre-payment is required. There is a supplement for private dining.
Pannatoni and cinnamon sauce Mulled wine jelly Christmas pudding ice cream
Why not make a night of it and stay over?
£35
Bed and Breakfast per person based on two people sharing
Please call 01234 270044 to book
Family Festive Sunday Lunch
£29
Book with us and let us entertain your little ones whilst you relax and enjoy a three course lunch within the WineGlass Restaurant.
Adults per person
There will be face painting, kids entertainment and a visit from Santa with some special Christmas treats. Don’t worry if they make a mess, that’s what our Santa’s helpers are here for.
Children per person (aged 3 - 12 years)
Sunday 11th and 18th December
£15
Free
Children 0 - 2 years old
Christmas Day Lunch We’re waiting to welcome you this Christmas Day with a perfectly chilled glass of Bucks Fizz. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon, a magnificent five course lunch, a visit from Santa along with presents for the children.
£72
Adults per person
Lunch 12.30pm - 3pm
Christmas Day Menu Roasted Capsicum and Tomato Soup Garlic & herb croutons
Ham Hock and Wholegrain Mustard Terrine Piccalilli, toasted sour dough bread
Sliced Gravlax Chive cream and candied lemon
Gaspaccio Sorbet Roast Breast of Turkey Pigs in blankets, apricot & cranberry stuffing, turkey jus
Roast Sirloin of Beef Port & thyme pan gravy
£35
Children per person (aged 3 - 12 years)
Festive Afternoon Tea Enjoy our “Quintessential Afternoon Tea” with a Christmas Twist. Dine in the surroundings of the hotel, soak up the festive ambience whilst enjoying sandwiches, homemade scones and cakes from our local pasticceria, Almafi Cakes served with your choice of tea or coffee. Sunday - Thursday, 2pm to 5pm *Tables need to be pre-booked in advance; deposit required for larger groups. Please note only our festive afternoon tea will be running in December.
From
Add bubbles
£19.50
per person
£24.50
per person
Free
Children 0 - 2 years old
Seabass Fillet Dauphinoise potatoes, samphire and pickled lemon
Charred Halloumi Cheese Buttered asparagus and caramelised red onion
Trio of Desserts
If there is a large group of you getting together this Christmas, why not book one of our private dining rooms to add that extra bit of specialness to your day?
Chocolate whiskey tart Bailey’s ice cream with an espresso syrup Strawberry and Cointreau mille feuille
Christmas Pudding and Brandy Sauce Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies
Boxing Day Spend a relaxing day with friends and family and indulge in a refreshing glass of Bucks Fizz or a Bloody Mary. Dine within the WineGlass Restaurant overlooking the River Great Ouse and enjoy a delicious three course lunch.
Boxing Day Menu King Prawn and Crayfish Salad Brown bread and butter
Butternut Squash and Cardamom Soup Crispy croutons
Chicken Liver and Wild Mushroom Parfait Smoked bacon jam and toasted sour dough bread
Heritage Tomato Caprese Blackened Duck Breast Pomme fondant, red currant jus
From 1pm to 4pm
£25
Adults per person
Confit Pork Belly Baby apples, cider sauce
New Year’s Eve Welcome in the New Year in style with a celebration to remember. Arrive to a warm welcome with a glass of bubbles, a selection of house cocktails, and canapés, then indulge in a delicious five course dinner. Dance the night away with our resident DJ, seeing in 2017 until 1am and don’t forget about the bacon rolls served shortly after midnight!
£12.50
per person (aged 3 - 12 years)
Boxing Day Brunch
£15
per person Unlimited Fizz between 7.30am - 11am (Children £7.50 )
Red pepper sauce
£90
Adults per person
Mulled wine jelly Christmas pudding ice cream
Profiteroles Warm chocolate sauce
Tuna Tartar Sweet chilli chutney
Venison Terrine Juniper berry coulis, toasted sour dough bread
Mojito Sorbet Beef Wellington Rich port reduction
Seared Cod Loin Sweetcorn chowder
Trio of Desserts Chocolate and popping candy mousse Tarte Tatin Lemon Tart
Trio of Desserts Pannatoni & cinnamon sauce
Welsh rarebit crouton
Watercress cream
Tomato & shallot salsa
Butternut Squash and Caramelised Onion Tart
French Onion Soup
Wild Mushroom, Rocket, Goats Cheese Tart
Seared Salmon Fillet
Children
New Years Eve Menu
Why not make a night of it and stay over?
New Years Eve Overnight Package
£139.50
per person based on two people sharing
Cheese board
Two Day Festive Retreat Arrive on Christmas Eve to our beautiful riverside location and spend two nights away from it all whilst the dedicated staff at the Barns Hotel look after your every need. Check in from 2pm and be greeted with a glass of fizz, make yourself comfortable within one of our rooms, before joining other residents for afternoon tea from 3pm in the WineGlass Restaurant. Take part in the evening quiz whilst enjoying a two course buffet in the Riverside Tavern and a ‘hot toddie’ before bed. Start Christmas Day with a hearty breakfast and join the festivities of Christmas Day lunch with fizz on arrival and a five course decadent lunch. Enjoy an afternoon of the Queen’s speech, board games and our peaceful riverside location. Finishing with a light supper of Christmas sandwiches.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Reservations • All verbal bookings will be treated as provisional and will be held for a maximum of 7 days pending receipt of written confirmation and the appropriate pre-payment. • When rooms are £35.00 per person based on 2 sharing, a £15.00 single supplement per night shall be charged • When rooms are £35.00+ per person i.e. NYE and 2 day retreat, based on 2 sharing, a £25.00 single supplement per night shall be charged
Stay the night and enjoy another round of indulgence with Boxing Day Brunch and unlimited fizz until 11:30am. *Based on 2 adults sharing a room for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day including full English breakfast on both mornings. Please speak to the Christmas Co-ordinator to book your Christmas
Festive Retreat Package
£230
per person based on two people sharing
day lunch.
Stay for Boxing Day Lunch
£20
Per Person
Please call 01234 270044 to book
Payment • All additional charges incurred during your stay must be settled prior to departure. • All deposits are non-refundable/ transferable. Parties & Events • Pre-orders must be returned to the hotel by 31/10/16. • Any dietary requirements can be catered for, however the hotel requires one months notice of any special requirement to provide an alternative. • A £10.00 per person non-refundable pre-payment is required at the time of booking. • The balance of the payment must be made by 31/10/16. When booking after 31st October 2016, full pre-payment is required. • Any additional charges incurred during the event must be settled prior to departure.
Cancellations • Failure to pay pre-payments upon due date will result in cancellation of your booking and forfeit of your payments made. Parties & events • An increase in the number of guests can be accommodated at any time, subject to availability. • Any decrease in numbers and non-arrivals result in forfeit of the relevant pre-payment. Such pre-payment is non-transferable. Children • Children may not be admitted to certain events. Please check at the time of booking. • Children over 12 are charged as adults. Children between 3 and 12 are charged as listed. General Information • The information in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. The hotel reserves the right to amend its prices at any time before booking. Bookings are subject to availability and prices are quoted at the time of booking. • All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate at the time of the event. If the general rate of VAT is altered, our prices will be modified accordingly. Gratuities are at the guest’s discretion. • Please be aware that cancellation insurance may be available from insurance companies for events within this brochure. • The hotel reserves the
right to alter, substitute and /or amend the contents of an event, or to cancel an event for any reason. • Menus shown in this brochure and/or other collateral relating to these events and packages are only to provide an indication of the dishes likely to be featured. The hotel reserves the right to amend such dishes and/or to offer suitable alternatives. • All events and timings are subject to approval by the local licensing authorities. All statutory licensing regulations apply. • Other than for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, our liability to you and your guests taken in the aggregate, is limited to the value of your pre-payment. • The hotel will not be liable to you for failure to perform to the extent that the failure is caused by any factor beyond its reasonable control. • These terms are deemed to incorporate the Hotel’s General Terms of Business, copies of which are available on request from the hotel. In the event of any inconsistency, the terms of this agreement shall prevail. Allergen Information Any of the dishes listed in this booklet may contain one or more of the 14 allergens. Allergen charts are available on request. Please advise a member of staff if you have any particular dietary requirements.
At Christmas play and make good cheer, for Christmas comes but once a year. – THOMAS TUSSER
The Barns Hotel Cardington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SA T +44 (0)1234 270044 E
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