Functions
You can hire the Castle exclusively or reserve areas for your event generally at no charge, when we provide the catering or beverages. You can book the Castle for large or small parties and private dining reservations in the main bar and restaurant or in our function room The library. We offer a wide range of catering from formal sit-down meals, fabulous buffets to elegant cocktail parties. For full details call Elizabeth, our dedicated wedding and party coordinator, who will take care of every little detail so you can sit back, relax and enjoy an event without stress and give your guests an experience they will remember for years to come.
Tel: 01322 633917 Mob: 07958227534 Email: [email protected]
The Courtyard
A perfect spot for arrival drinks before your function or for outdoor events during the summer months. We offer the opportunity to start your night off in style with your own private outdoor bar and barman serving cocktails, buckets of beer or your own customised prosecco creations.
For summertime events we can offer a wide range of alfresco packages to suit all occasions. These packages range from canapes to our deluxe party platter finger food.
The Library (Function Room)
Up to 36 guests seated or 50 standing.
Suitable for medium size parties or small private dining reservations.
We charge no fee for the Library when we provide the catering and beverages
The Library is our main function room, it is set up to be easily configurable so you can create the perfect environment for your event. It is a light and airy space which is separated from the rest of the venue, giving you and your party a space to yourselves. Small groups, societies and clubs are welcome to use the library for meetings.
The Main Bar and Restaurant
Up to 60 guests seated and 100 standing.
The bar is an open plan area featuring high bar tables and comfy armchairs at low tables for a more relaxed environment at the front of the pub. This area can easily be converted into a great dance floor for your party and can accommodate a DJ, solo artists or a band. This area is perfect for serving arrival drinks, canapés or party platter finger food. The bar merges into a more formal dining area towards the back of the room which can also be hired separately.
Catering
All events at The Castle Hotel are catered for by our fantastic team of chefs. They provide a range of seasonal set menus which can be used to provide a base and customised to fit your requirements, in terms of both preferences and budget. The menus we create take full advantage of local seasonal produce, ensuring that the cuisine served harmonises with the current climate and surroundings.
Weddings
There’s something very special about a simple, intimate ceremony with close family and friends, and The Castle Hotel is an ideal venue for this. Whether you hire the library or the whole venue. we have the ideal package to suit your needs and pocket.
Brides and grooms will be entitled to a discount on rooms if they wish to stay overnight.
Funerals
At The Castle Hotel, we understand that coming to terms with the loss of a loved one is always difficult, and the added pressure of organising a wake can cause extra stress at an already emotional time. We specialise in taking away the stress by organising and running your funeral tea, and are able to provide a choice of menus along with refreshments and are happy to accommodate large or small parties
Christenings
The library is the perfect setting for your christening, easily decorated to make your event special and individual. Choose from one of our wonderful buffets that will be waiting for you on arrival from church.
Parties
Want to throw a party in style? Then come to The Castle Hotel - we know how to have a good time! We are the ideal partner for your event, whether it is a small get-together or a large celebration, we will help you to make it a night to remember. We can accommodate DJs or singing acts and can give advice on which sort of entertainment will make your party stand out from the rest.
Baby Showers
At The Castle Hotel we offer a unique baby shower afternoon or evening, where you and your guests will enjoy a lovely tea served with delicate finger sandwiches, delectable treats and a glass of Prosecco. Baby Showers are traditionally an American idea, but are rapidly gaining popularity in the UK. They are a wonderful way to gather friends and relatives to celebrate the new life coming into your family. We think that Baby Showers are a fabulous excuse for a party and a great way to treat a mum to be. Who can say “no” to a party, where you are showered with gifts and goodies for the impending arrival of a new baby boy or girl (or twins, triplets etc.).
Afternoon Tea
The Castle Hotel is justifiably proud of serving traditional afternoon teas in all their glory in our dining room. A perfect setting for friends to catch up on gossip or a mother and daughters to get together, a real treat for birthdays, baby showers, mother’s day or any day!
AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION ONLY!
Your table will be laid with white table cloths and napkins, vintage plates & cake stands filled with a wonderful array of dainty sandwiches, cakes, scones, jam, fresh strawberries, double cream and lots of piping hot Tea and Coffee.
