WEDDING RECEPTIONS

Welcome to The Oaks Hotel

Your wedding day is the one day of your life that has to be perfect – and in choosing your venue you need to feel absolutely confident that all your dreams of your special day will be realised. At The Oaks Hotel, we understand the trust that you are putting in us to play our part, and promise to do everything within our power to make your day a very special one.

Our Weddings Managers are specialists, who will help and guide you through your special day; from your initial enquiry to the crucial countdown and the day itself. Our managers and chef’s will be keen to be involved in your preparations, guiding you on the important decisions and on the day, there’ll be a team of willing and professional service staff on hand to look after all of your guests.

The Bowland Suite

The Bowland Suite is situated on the first floor overlooking the impressive lawn and gardens. The Bowland Suite can hold a civil ceremony and wedding breakfast for up to 80 guests and an evening reception for up to 120 guests.

The Prestbury Suite

The Prestbury Suite is located on the ground floor with access onto the patio and gardens, ideal for a beautiful summers day.

The Prestbury Suite can hold a Civil Ceremony and Wedding Breakfast fro upto 150 guests and an evening reception for upto 200 guests.

Archives Cellar

Archives offers a unique setting for an evening reception catering for up to 120 guests.

WEDDING RECEPTION MENUS

Set menu to be chosen from the following options:

MENU ONE

HORS D’OEUVRES

SEASONAL MELON WITH STRAWBERRIES
Served with a Mango and Raspberry Sauce

HOMEMADE COUNTRY VEGETABLE SOUP
With Herbs and Croutons

PLUM TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD
Served on a bed of Rocket with Balsamic Dressing

SMOOTH CHICKEN LIVER PATE
With toasted Brioche and Onion Marmalade

MAIN COURSES

PAN FRIED CHICKEN BREAST
Served with a White Wine cream sauce

HONEY GLAZED ROAST PORK LOIN
Served with an Apple and Calvados Cream Sauce

ROSEMARY ROAST LEG OF ENGLISH LAMB
Served with a Mint Sauce and Natural Gravy.

All of the above dishes are served with seasonal potatoes and vegetables

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DESSERTS OF YOUR CHOICE AND FRESHLY BREWED COFFEE

£26.25

MENU TWO

HORS D’OEUVRES

OAK SMOKED SALMON ROULADE
Served with Lime and Coriander Mayonnaise

ROASTED TOMATO SOUP
With Basil Pesto and Croutons

CROWN OF GALIA MELON
Served with Seasonal Fruits and Passion Fruit Syrup

MAIN COURSES

TRADITIONAL ROAST LANCASHIRE TURKEY
Served with Sage and Onion Seasoning, Chipolata, Bacon and Cranberry Sauce

FILLET OF SALMON
With Asparagus simply served with a White Wine and Parsley Cream Sauce

MUSTARD ROAST RIB OF BRITISH BEEF AND YORKSHIRE PUDDING
Served with Creamed Horseradish and Beef Gravy

All of the above dishes are served with seasonal potatoes and vegetables

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Desserts of your choice and freshly brewed Coffee

£27.00

MENU THREE

HORS D’OEUVRES

CLASSIC PRAWN COCKTAIL
With Spicy Marie Rose Sauce and Fresh Lemon

SMOKED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD
With Parmigiano Reggiano, Olives and Garlic Croutons

HALF GALIA MELON
Filled with Fresh Fruits and Berries and Sparkling Wine

SALAD OF AVOCADO
Served with Pear and Prawns

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REFRESHING CITRUS FRUIT SORBET OF YOUR CHOICE

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MAIN COURSES

TOURNEDOS OF BRITISH BEEF
Prime Fillet of Beef, Cooked Medium, served with Pate and Madeira sauce

HONEY ROASTED BREAST OF DUCK
Served with a Black Cherry and Red Wine Sauce

POACHED FILLETS OF LEMON SOLE
Simply served with a Prawn, Lemon and Parsley Cream Sauce

All of the above dishes are served with seasonal potatoes and vegetables

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Desserts of your choice and freshly brewed Coffee

£30.00

DESSERTS

RICH CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE WITH VANILLA SAUCE

SUMMER PUDDING AND RASPBERRY SAUCE

EXOTIC FRUIT SALAD WITH CREAM

FRESH STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM

PASSION FRUIT MOUSSE WITH MANGO SAUCE

STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE AND CREAM

LEMON TART WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE

DEEP – FILLED APPLE PIE WITH CREAM

(Please choose one of the above for your party)

VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

PENNE PASTA AND MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES
Served with Garlic Bread and Parmesan

NUT BERRY ROAST
Served with Tomato Sauce, fresh Vegetables and New Potatoes

GOATS CHEESE TART
Served with Formaggio Sauce, Green Salad and Parmesan

GARLIC MUSHROOM STRUDEL
With Parsley Cream Sauce, Fresh Vegetables and Mixed Salad

All of the above dishes are served with seasonal potatoes and vegetables

EXTRAS

CANAPÉS

Treat your guests to a delicious selection of hot and cold appetisers, Served during your drinks reception
£4.45 per person

SOUPS

Homemade Soup – Choose from the following:
CREAM OF VEGETABLE
LEEK AND POTATO
ROASTED TOMATO AND BASIL PESTO
WOODLAND MUSHROOM
MINESTRONE

£3.50 per person

SORBETS

ORANGE
LEMON
PASSION FRUIT
CHAMPAGNE
£2.20 per person

FISH COURSE

FILLET OF LEMON SOLE
POACHED SALMON
GOUJONS OF MONK FISH
FILLET OF PLAICE
SMOKED SALMON CORNETS
£5.75 per person

CHEESE PLATTER

A SELECTION OF FARMHOUSE CHEESES SERVED WITH GRAPES, CELERY AND BISCUITS
£4.60 per person

EVENING BUFFET (MIXED HOT & COLD)

HOT BUFFET
MENU ‘C’ £12.95 PER PERSON

POTATO AND MEAT PIE
Served with Mushy Peas and Pickled Red Cabbage

MEAT OR VEGETABLE LASAGNE
Accompanied with Garlic Bread and Mixed Salad

BEEF CHILLI
Served with Rice and Potato Wedges

CHICKEN CURRY
Served with Rice, Chips and Baby Naan Bread

BEEF STROGANOFF
Accompanied with a Mixed Leaf Salad and Rice

VEGETABLE GRATIN
Served with Seasonal Potatoes and French Bread

(Choose 3 from 6 of the above as an alternative buffet)

DRINKS SELECTION

SELECTION ONE
10.25

For Your Reception
A GLASS OF CHILLED WHITE WINE PUNCH

With Your Meal
ONE GLASS OF WHITE OR RED HOUSE WINE AND TOP UP

For the Toast
A GLASS OF SPARKLING WINE

SELECTION TWO
£12.45

For Your Reception
PIMM’S COCKTAIL OR WHITE WINE PUNCH OR BUCKS FIZZ

With Your Meal
FREE-FLOWING WHITE OR RED HOUSE WINE SERVED UNTIL YOUR MAIN COURSE IS FINISHED

For the Toast
A GLASS OF CHILLED SPARKLING WINE

During the Winter Months a ‘WHISKY MAC’ or MULLED WINE may be Substituted for Pimm’s if You Prefer

SELECTION THREE
£16.45

For Your Reception
BUCK’S FIZZ, KIR ROYALE, PIMM’S OR WHITE WINE PUNCH

With Your Meal
CHARDONNAY VIN DE PAYS, D’OC OR MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO Served until Your Main Course is Finished

For the Toast
A GLASS OF CHILLED CHAMPAGNE

WINTER WEDDING PACKAGE

Available from 1st October through to 30th April
(Excluding Fridays & Saturdays throughout December).
1st October 2007 to 30th April 2008
£2500.00

BUCKS FIZZ RECEPTION FOR 40 GUESTS

WEDDING BREAKFAST FOR 40 GUESTS

SEASONAL MELON WITH STRAWBERRIES
Served with a Mango and Raspberry Sauce
OR
HOMEMADE COUNTRY VEGETABLE SOUP
With Herbs and Croutons

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MUSTARD ROAST RIB OF BRITISH BEEF AND YORKSHIRE PUDDING
Served with Creamed Horseradish and Beef Gravy
OR
PAN FRIED CHICKEN BREAST
Served with a White Wine cream sauce

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RICH CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE WITH VANILLA SAUCE
OR
STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE AND CREAM

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COFFEE AND MINTS

EVENING RECEPTION
Serving a Hot & Cold Buffet for 80 guests

Also Included:

A GLASS OF 175ML HOUSE WINE PER PERSON SERVED DURING YOUR MEAL
COMPLIMENTARY GUEST BOOK

CAMERAS ON TABLES TO CAPTURE YOUR MAGICAL DAY

COLOURED LINEN
(Subject to availability)

COMPLIMENTARY BRIDAL ROOM FOR THE HAPPY COUPLE

WEDDING DAY EXTRAS

The following are included in the cost of a Wedding Reception

ROOM HIRE

FLOWERS
(Arranged by the Hotel Florist)

CHANGING FACILITIES
(Please Book with Reception)

COMPLIMENTARY BRIDAL SUITE

CHAMPAGNE AND FLOWERS
Included in the Bridal Suite

GAVEL (FOR THE BEST MAN)

SILVER NUMBER STANDS (AND NUMBERS)

HIGH CHAIRS
On Request

GUEST BOOK

COLOUR CO-ORDINATED TABLE LINEN
(Subject to availability)

HOTELS INSERTS FOR YOUR INVITATIONS

Additional options that can be provided by The Oaks Hotel at an additional cost:

PROFESSIONAL RESIDENT DJ
£230.00

ACCOMODATION

ROOM RATES FOR 2007 AND 2008

Double/Twin Bedroom £85.00, this rate will be reduced even further to £75.00 if 10 or more rooms are booked with the same wedding party.

Inclusive of full English Breakfast, Service, VAT, and free use of leisure facilities.

Family Rooms are available at a £15.00 per child supplement, subject to room availability

To reserve a room, simply fill out the booking form below or contact our reservations office on 01282 414141.

Room Reservation Form:

Name:
Date of Arrival:
Date of Departure:
Name of Function Attending:
Type of room:
Credit Card Number
Expiry Date:
Issue Number (Switch):
Last 3 digits of sec code:
Card Holders Full Name
Contact Telephone Number:

Please note that a non-refundable or non - transferable £30.00 deposit is required per bedroom reservation.

WHY NOT MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT?

Why not extend the wedding day and make it last over two days?

When booking on the Saturday evening with a wedding party, why not take advantage of our Friday and Sunday Special night rate.

The price for this special wedding is £50.00, which includes use of Leisure Facilities (if any) and full English breakfast.

For further information, Please contact reception on 01282 414141.