CALENDAR OF EVENTS. Autumn and Winter 2017/18

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1 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Autumn and Winter 2017/18

2 HAPPENING IN HEREFORD Hereford Racecourse Tel hereford-racecourse.co.uk GO RACING AND STAY AT CASTLE HOUSE Hereford Racecourse stages Jump racing between October and March and last season 20,000 racegoers enjoyed the sporting action in the heart of Herefordshire. With views over the beautiful cathedral city of Hereford, the racecourse is a stunning venue for not only racing but also many other events. Call us for details of packages. Race days: Tuesday, 17th October 2017 Monday, 8th January 2018 Tuesday, 14th November 2017 Tuesday, 16th January 2018 Wednesday, 29th November 2017 Monday, 29th January 2018 Saturday, 16th December 2017 Until December 31st, am to 5pm LAW, LIFE AND LANDSCAPE HEREFORD CATHEDRAL S MAGNA CARTA 1217 EXHIBITION Hereford Cathedral has put its 1217 Magna Carta on display in a special exhibition lasting until 31st December, Law, Life and Landscape celebrates the 800th anniversary of the document, which forms the centrepiece of the presentation in the Cathedral library s exhibition gallery. The 1217 Charter brought an end to the Civil War in England which the more famous 1215 Charter of Liberties had failed to conclude. It was the first to be called Magna, to distinguish it from the smaller Forest Charter published alongside it. Hereford Cathedral possesses one of only four surviving official copies of the 1217 Magna Carta. It is too fragile to be on permanent display, although it went on 37,000 mile world tour in 2015, when it was seen by over 25,000 people. Admission free.

3 Wednesday, 11th October Booking from 6.30pm to 8.30pm SURF AND TURF NIGHT Freshest seafood straight from the market and the finest Herefordshire steak are on tonight s exciting menu. Seafood, steak and Claire Nicholls epicurean magic. Ticket: Canapés on arrival, three-course dinner and coffee 60 Wednesday, 18th October 12.30pm to 3.30pm HEREFORDSHIRE CRICKET SOCIETY CHARITY LUNCH WITH HENRY BLOWERS BLOFELD PROCEEDS TO HCS AND THE LITTLE PRINCESS TRUST Henry My Dear Old Thing Blofeld, who has hung up his microphone after 50 years of commentating on international cricket, will be talking about his life and signing some of his books. The Herefordshire Cricket Society was founded in 1997 and each winter it welcomes some of cricket s biggest names, as well as celebrity fans of the game. New members are always welcome and guests for the coming year include Geoff Millar and Winston Davis. Ticket: 40 includes a glass of Champagne on arrival, two-course lunch and coffee (price includes charitable donation). Champagne kindly sponsored by Impact Print & Design.

4 Thursday, 16th November 11am to 3pm CUT IT OUT! PAPERCUTTING WITH ARTIST POPPY CHANCELLOR Move over colouring in, this year it s all about cut-out designs that you want to keep. Illustrator and papercut artist Poppy Chancellor creates bespoke papercuts all with her trademark wit and playful sexiness. Learn the ancient art of papercutting with a contemporary twist in this inspiring workshop. Forget complicated instructions and lots of expensive kit. All you ll need is Poppy s exclusive templates and some patience. With Christmas around the corner, it is an ideal opportunity to make something unusual for a loved one. Poppy has been commissioned by brands including Hobbs, Nike, Adidas and Cath Kidston and appeared on Channel 4 s Sunday Brunch and Kirsty Allsopp s Handmade Fair. Poppy will be selling and signing copies of her book Cut it Out: 30 Designs to Cut Out and Keep. Ticket: includes workshop, two-course lunch and coffee 45 Tuesday, 21st November 7pm CELEBRATING HEREFORDSHIRE GAME The nutritional benefits of game are many. It is low in fat, sustainable and has natural flavours. Claire Nicholls and her team have created a contemporary menu with a different take on traditional game dishes and some interesting ingredients and accompaniments. Ticket: Canapés on arrival, three-course dinner and coffee 45 Exquisite paper-cut designs. vogue EMILY JONES CERAMICS Tuesday, 12th December 5pm to 7pm CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENING AND SHOPPERS TWO-COURSE SUPPER The perfect time to finish off your gift shopping. We shall be serving mulled wine and mince pies to enjoy while you shop from an eclectic mix of stalls. Shopping completed, join up with some friends for our popular Shopper s Supper. Two-course Shopper s Supper Table Reservations from 5.30pm to 6.30pm

5 Wednesday, 13th, Thursday, 14th and Friday, 15th December 10.30am until 3pm FESTIVE WREATHMAKING WORKSHOP WITH DEBBIE COPLANS OF THE HIBISCUS ROOM Debbie Coplans owns The Hibiscus Room, one of Herefordshire s most innovative and talented florists. She creates beautiful floral themes for weddings, private parties and functions all over the country. Learn how to make a festive wreath for a door or table, or perhaps a garland for a mantelpiece or bannisters. Using fresh foliage, berries, cones and winter flowers, Debbie will help to guide you through the process so you have something beautiful to take home. Always fun, the workshop is especially enjoyable with a group of friends. Workshop: 55 includes all materials, two-course festive lunch and coffee DIARY DATES FOR 2018 Thursday, 18th January Bee KeePINg WITH BARRY BAXTeR An informal talk and overview of the fascinating relationship between man and insect covering bee-keeping, the honeybee, honey and wax production and ongoing challenges. Our speaker has kept bees for 30 years and has 50 local colonies. Thursday, 22nd February CARLoS MAgDALeNA Meet Kew Gardens maverick senior Botanical Horticulturalist, talking about his book The Plant Messiah and his mission to save the planet, one flower at a time, before it s too late. Sunday, 11th March PRe-CHeLTeNHAM evening Peter Scudamore MBE and his panel of experts discuss runners and riders at this year s festival.

6 THROUGHOUT DECEMBER STYLISH PARTIES, LUNCHES AND DINNERS AT CASTLE HOUSE Castle House offers an ultimately elegant dining experience for any special occasion, an intimate dinner or a fun party with friends. Whether you are planning a festive party, dinner or afternoon tea for a handful of guests, Castle House offers the full works. We have a carefully chosen and extensive wine list and our three-course Festive Lunch and Dinner menus come with all the trimmings: crisp white table cloths and napkins, crackers, candles, beautiful flowers combine to give your event that extra touch of flair and sophistication for only 37 per person. We strongly advise that you book your event in good time to avoid disappointment. Call us on and one of our team will happily talk you through your requirements for a party, lunch or dinner at Castle House. (Please note that once you have confirmed the pre-order for your party/event with us, we will require payment in full). Unable to celebrate before Christmas? Enquire about Exclusive Use of our Restaurant or the Ballingham Bar and Bistro. We offer great rates for January parties. Sunday, 31st December 7pm until late NEW YEAR S EVE SEVEN-COURSE DINNER, BED AND BREAKFAST Gather for a Champagne reception before a delicious seven-course New Year s Eve dinner. We will have fireworks by the old castle moat to welcome in 2018, and the following morning, full Hereford breakfast served until 10am. One night based on two people sharing (except single rooms) and including vat 190 per person New Year s Eve for non-residents: Champagne reception and seven-course dinner 100 per person

7 BED & BREAKFAST PACKAGES AT NUMBER 25 We have eight luxury rooms and suites at our townhouse Number 25 Castle Street, just a few yards from the hotel. Designed for guests looking for family accommodation, or for those preferring independence, our rooms make an ideal home-from-home. If you are seeing friends or have friends coming to visit over the Christmas period, Number 25 is the ideal base. Standard Doubles: 155; Junior Suites: 215; Townhouse Suites: 240 (including a family room with sofa bed) Prices include full Hereford breakfast and VAT THE BALLINGHAM BAR AND BISTRO S WINTER WARMER LUNCHES Two-course Winter Warmer Lunch for 20 in the Ballingham Bar and Bistro throughout January and February AFTERNOON TEA Afternoon Tea with all the works 16 Hereford Cream Tea 6.50 BALLINGHAM HALL WEDDINGS We have another wedding and special events venue at Ballingham Hall which is 8 miles outside Hereford city. Please see website for more information or contact George Watkins at Castle House Reception FOR DETAILS OF SPECIAL OFFERS FOR DINNER, BED AND BREAKFAST PACKAGES, WHAT S HAPPENING IN HEREFORDSHIRE AND FOR CASTLE HOUSE S CITY WALKS, VISIT

8 Peter Scudamore MBE, Lucinda Russell and George Watkins 2. Easter flowers with Debbie Coplans 3. Spring visit to The Laskett Gardens 4. Artist workshop with Kate Moby 5. Visit to Ballingham Hall Gardens 6. British Explorer Tim Oakley and George 7. The Kim Cypher Quarter 8. Oliver s Cider Tasting George, Tom Oliver, Claire Nicholls and Gabor Katona 9. L Occitane now in the House Please note that booking is essential for all our events. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HEAR ABOUT FUTURE EVENTS, PLEASE COMPLETE A REGISTRATION FORM FROM RECEPTION, US AT INFO@CASTLEHSE.CO.UK OR CALL CASTLE HOUSE, CASTLE STREET, HEREFORD HR1 2NW