Dower House Weddings...Congratulations on your engagement! We are delighted you are considering Dower House Hotel for your wedding day. We understand the importance of your special

Dower House Weddings

History

Built in the 15th century the Dower House of Knaresborough has a full and Vibrant history. It has been known by several names, three of these being ‘Lylley Hall’ in the 1500’s. ‘Bond End House’ between 1750 and 1910, and ‘The Dower House’ from approximately 1911. The house is situated in Bond End in the area of Knaresborough known as ‘Tentergate’. In medieval times, this was the area where the bondsmen or serfs of the town lived – hence the name Bond End.

Records have been tracked back in the Slingsby Archives to 1541, when a clear entry has been found of a lease from “Thomas Slingsby of Scriven to Richard Slater and Margaret his wife of ‘Lylley Hall’, barn and kiln in the area of Tentergate”. The Slingsbys are an old well-known Yorkshire family and at one period they were one of the largest landowning families of the north of England. Sir William Slingsby discovered the ‘Tewitt Well’ in Harrogate in 1571. Sir Henry Slingsby was a prominent Royalist during the Civil War and was executed on the 8th June, 1658, being the last person to have his head exhibited on Micklegate Bar in York. Although the house is now called Dower House and was attached to the Slingsby estate, there is no record of any Dowager Lady Slingsby having lived here. The last person connected to the Slingsby estate to live in the house was the agent Mr F.A Hartley who resided here from 1904 to 1938.

It was some years later that the house, now a grade II listed building, was brought and gradually converted into the hotel of character that it is today.

Perfect Location The hotel is idyllically situated in the market town of Knaresborough, with its many ancient walkways, cobbled alleyways and historic buildings. Knaresborough is surrounded by some of the most varied and beautiful scenery to be found anywhere in the whole of the United Kingdom. The town itself is just a stone’s throw away from the cosmopolitan centre of Harrogate, Leeds and York and is situated just 4 miles from the A1. The town is also served by all major road networks and just 25 minutes from Leeds/Bradford airport. The location and surroundings make it a perfect place for holding small and intimate or large celebration. I do hope you will consider choosing Dower House Hotel & Spa as the venue for your wedding and can assure you our personal service experience and attention to detail will make your day very special.

Bedrooms

Should you have guests who wish to stay overnight, the hotel has a selection of 29 en suite bedrooms of varying styles. Bedrooms are ground and first floor, and we even have a private cottage in the gardens hidden away from it all. If your guests wish to make a weekend break whilst enjoying your wedding reception we can offer exclusive accommodation rates. Subject to availability.

How we can help…

Congratulations on your engagement!

We are delighted you are considering Dower House Hotel for your wedding day. We understand the importance of your special day and can assure you of our experience, total commitment and personal attention to help you create the perfect wedding. Whether summer or winter, the grounds and the house make for a memorable and fantastic setting for all your guests to enjoy. In the summer months imagine Pimm’s cocktails and canapés on the lawn, followed by glorious food and a barbeque in the evening, with dancing into the small hours. For those winter weddings, mulled wine served to you by our roaring log fires. Our team of chefs have created a selection of wedding menus for you and your guests to enjoy. Put this together with our extensive wine and cocktail menus, friendly atmosphere and professional service we are sure you and your guests will have a day to remember.

We will provide you with your own dedicated Wedding Planner who will look after you every step of the way. From your initial booking through to the finer details of the day itself Dower House Hotel & Spa will also provide you with your own Wedding Day Manager & professional, friendly staff. This ensures that the whole experience goes exactly the way you planned. Your Wedding Day Manager is on-site to offer support & will gladly undertake the role of toastmaster.

Wedding Packages

Bronze Wedding

Includes

Drinks Reception – one glass of Bucks Fizz or Bottled Beer per person

Three course Wedding Breakfast

Coffee & Chocolates

One Glass of Wine per Guest

Sparkling Wine for the Wedding Toast

Hot Sandwich Evening Buffet

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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet

White Table Linen & Napkins

White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash

Music Sound System

Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager

Grounds & Gardens for Photography

Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests

Room Hire

£55.00 per person

(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)

Additional Evening guests £15.00 per person

Silver Wedding

Includes

Drinks Reception – one glass of Sparkling Wine, Kir, or Bottled Beer per person


Coffee & Chocolates

Two Glasses of Wine per Guest


Five-choice Evening Buffet

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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

£65.00 per person



Gold Wedding

Includes

Drinks Reception – one glass of Prosecco, Sangria or Bottled Beer per person


Coffee & Chocolates

Two Glasses of Wine per Guest

Champagne for the Wedding Toast

Seven-choice Evening Buffet

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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

£75.00 per person



Platinum Wedding

Includes

Drinks Reception – one glass of Champagnes per person

Chef’s finest Selection of Canapes


Coffee & Chocolates

½ bottle of Wine per Guest

Champagne Wedding Toast

Nine-choice Evening Buffet

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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

Bridal Suite

DJ

£95.00 per person


Minimum number of 45 guests

Wedding Afternoon Tea

Includes


Afternoon Tea Tower

A selection of our own Miniature Desserts and Sweet Treats

Prosecco Wedding Toast

Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

Afternoon Tea

Traditional English Finger Sandwiches

A selection of our own Miniature Desserts and Sweet Treats

Warmed handmade fruit scones with Cornish clotted cream and Strawberry Jam

Artisan sausage rolls

Savoury Tartlets

A choice of Harrogate Teas and freshly ground coffee

£40.00 per person

Outdoor Weddings

Includes

Drinks Reception – one glass of Pimm’s & Lemonade, Sangria or Bottled Beer per person

BBQ or Hogg Roast Wedding Breakfast

½ Bottle of Wine per Guest



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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

£65.00 per person



Available July, August & September

Winter Weddings

Includes



Coffee & Chocolates

One Glass of Wine per Guest



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Cake Stand & Knife

Red Carpet



Music Sound System




Room Hire

£44.00 per person



Available Sunday – Friday November, January, February or March

Canape Selection

Cold

Chicken Liver Pate on Melba Toast

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Roulade

Prawn Parcel with Lemon Oil

Pear and Yorkshire Blue Cheese Crostini

Mini Lamb Kofta with Mint Sauce

Welsh Rarebit on Toast with a Mustard Relish

Yorkshire Pudding filled with Beef and Horseradish

Chicken Satay Skewers

Mini Fish Goujons n Chips with Homemade Tartare Sauce

Mini Hamburger with a Spicy Tomato Relish

Tartlet of Goats Cheese & Red Onion Marmalade

Homemade Onion Bhaji’s

Mini Vegetable Spring Roll

Baby Cod and Pancetta Fishcakes

Choose a selection of 4 options £ 4.00 per person

Choose a selection of 6 options £ 6.25 per person

Wedding Breakfast

Intermediate Course

Soups

All soups can be taken as an intermediate course

for an additional £6.00 per person

Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini

Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks

Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings

French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton

Sorbet

All sorbets can be taken as an intermediate course

for an additional £6.00 per person

Champagne Sorbet with a White Peach Coulis

Raspberry Sorbet with Blackcurrant Puree

Green Apple Sorbet & Raisin Coulis

Lemon Sorbet with Lime Syrup

Mango Sorbet & Passion Fruit Coulis

Wedding Breakfast

Bronze Winter

Please select one option per course

To Start

Your choice of soup Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini

Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings


Half a Galia Melon, Berry Compote, Mint & Sorbet

Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait, Homemade Chutney, Toasted Brioche

The Dower House Prawn Cocktail

Crab Cakes with Thai Spices, Chilli Dipping Sauce

Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Tian, Basil Oil & Balsamic Dressing

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To Follow

Cumberland Sausage Ring on Grain Mustard Mash, Caramelised Onions, Rich Red Wine Sauce

Pan Roast Chicken Breast with Spring Onion Mash, Bacon, Mushroom & Button Onion Jus

Carved Pork Loin with Yorkshire Pudding, Mustard Mash, Cider & Herb Roasted Gravy

Herb Crusted Roast Salmon Supreme, Crushed New Potatoes, Coriander Butter Sauce

~All main courses are served with vegetables of the season~

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To Finish

Traditional Jam Sponge, Double Cream Custard

Profiteroles with White & Dark Chocolate Sauce

Vanilla Cheesecake, Raspberries & Raspberry Coulis

Rich Belgian Chocolate Truffle, Rum & Raisin Ice Cream

Lemon Tart with Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Ice Cream

Wedding Breakfast

Silver


To Start

Your choice of soup Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini

Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings


Warm Salad of Chicken & Chorizo, Wild Rocket & Mesclun Leaves, Balsamic & Chilli Dressing

Warm Fillet of Red Mullet, Salad Niçoise

Chicken Caesar Salad, Baby Gem, Pancetta & Parmesan

Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait, Homemade Chutney, Toasted Brioche

Goats Cheese & Sun Blushed Tomato Tart, Micro Herb Garnish

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To Follow

Roast Chicken Breast wrapped in Smoked Bacon, Filled with Sage & Onion Stuffing, Duck Fat Potatoes, Roast Gravy

Roast Sirloin of Yorkshire Beef with Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Potatoes, Traditional Gravy

Pan Fried Pork Escalope filled with Smoked Applewood Cheese, Wrapped in Pancetta, Lyonnaise Potatoes, Tomato Stew

Poached Plaice Fillet filled with Smoked Salmon Mousseline, Lime & Tomato Concasse Butter Sauce


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To Finish

Sticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream

French Apple Tart with Pear Anglaise, Caramel Ice Cream

Chocolate & Orange Tart, Citrus Syrup, Chantilly Cream

White Chocolate Cheesecake, Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream

Lemon Tart with Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Ice Cream

Wedding Breakfast

Gold & Platinum


To Start Your choice of soup

Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks

Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton

Supreme of Smoked Salmon with Sweet & Sour Red Onions, Chive Yoghurt

Deep Fried Camembert with Cranberry Relish, Dressed Wild Leaves

Warm Salad of Chicken & Chorizo, Wild Rocket & Mesclun Leaves, Balsamic & Chilli Dressing

Italian Platter of Buffalo Mozzarella, Parma Ham, Marinated Plum Tomato

Goats Cheese & Sun Blushed Tomato Tart, Micro Herb Garnish

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To Follow

Pan Fried Chicken Breast filled with Parma Ham Farce, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Diane Sauce

Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Dauphinoise Potatoes, Honey Scented Jus

Honey Duck Breast with Kirsche soaked Cherry Sauce, Herb Roasted Chateau Potatoes

Pan Fried Sea Bass Fillet with Parma Ham wrapped Asparagus, Roasted New Potatoes, Pancetta Cream Sauce

Pan Fried Fillet of Beef with Roasted Shallots and Wild Mushrooms, Fondant Potato, Port

Wine Sauce (Platinum Only)

Fillet of Atlantic Halibut, Pea and Charred Artichoke Risotto, Crab Bon Bons (Platinum Only)


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To Finish

Spiced Apple & Sultana Crumble, Vanilla Crème Anglaise

Classical Crème Brulee, Shortbread Biscuit

Chocolate & Orange Tart, Citrus Syrup, Chantilly Cream

Apple & Caramel Cheesecake, Honeycomb Ice Cream

Homemade Bakewell Tart, Vanilla Anglaise, Cherry Ice Cream

Outdoor Wedding Menu BBQ

Grilled Cumberland Sausages

Homemade Beef Burgers

Marinated Chicken Kebabs

Lamb Koftas

Waldorf Salad Green Bean, Chick pea & Sweet Chilli, BLT Salad, garlic herb croutons

Lemon & Coriander Cous Cous, Mixed Leaves

New Potato Salad with Chives & Red Onion, Spiced Potato Wedges

A Selection of Mini Desserts

(Minimum numbers of 60)

Hogg Roast

Hog Roast

Marinated in cider, served in fresh baked bread buns,

cider and apple sauce, stuffing and crispy crackling

Butterbean, Chorizo, Parsley Olive Oil

Roast Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Salad

Greek Salad

Mediterranean Rice Salad

(Minimum numbers of 60)

Wedding Breakfast

Vegetarian

To Start

Please select one of the following starters

Half a Galia Melon, Berry Compote, Mint & Sorbet

Spinach & Roquefort Tart, Walnut & Sherry Vinaigrette

Salad of Wild Mushrooms & Artichoke, Wild Herb Leaves & Croutons

Provençale Vegetable Tian, Balsamic & Basil Dressing

To Follow

Please select one of the following main courses

Gnocchi with Lemon Butter Sauce, Baby Vegetables, Charred Asparagus

Wild Mushroom & Spinach Risotto, Shaved Parmesan

Caramelised Onion Tart Tatin, Goats Cheese, Port Dressing

Spinach & Mushroom Lasagne, Mozzarella

Wedding Breakfast Buffet

Bronze Winter

Selection of Breads

Platter of Continental Meats

Salmon Gravadlax with Prawns

Please select 2 hot dishes

Beef, Ale & Mushroom Pie with Chunky Chips

Chicken, Leek & Ham Pie with Creamed Potatoes

Chicken Chasseur with Chive Buttered New Potatoes

Thai Vegetable Curry & Rice

Classic Beef Chilli with Rice and Nachos, Cucumber Minted Yoghurt

Waldorf Salad

Butterbean, Chorizo, Parsley Olive Oil

Roast Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Salad

Greek Salad

Mediterranean Rice Salad

Seasonal Mixed Leaf Salad

Tomato & Basil Pasta Salad

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Assiette of Desserts

Additional Main Course options £3.50 per person

Evening Buffet Menu

Silver 5 options Gold 7 options Platinum 9 options

Please select from the following

Selection of Sandwiches

Tortilla Wraps

Swaledale Sausage Rolls

Pork Pie with Homemade Pickles

Honey Glazed Chipolatas

Marinated Chicken Satay Skewers

Filo Wrapped Prawns, Sweet Chilli Dip

Indian Savoury Selection, Mint Yoghurt

Margherita Pizza Slices

Breaded Cheese Bites

Duck Spring Rolls

Nacho’s with Salsa, Guacamole & Dips

Potato Wedges

For a Lighter Evening Alternative

Bronze Winter

Please choose a selection of 2 Hot Sandwiches from the following

Hot Roasted Pork Loin, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Crackling, Apple Sauce

Swaledale Sausage, Homemade Chutney

Hot Roast Topside of Yorkshire Beef, Sautéed Onions

Beechwood Bacon, Tomato Ketchup

Mozzarella, Sundried Tomato & Pesto

American Hot Dog, Roscoff Onions, English Mustard

Served with Chunky Chips or Fries, Mixed Leaf Salad & Crunchy Coleslaw

Civil Marriages and Partnerships

We are licensed for civil ceremonies and blessings (to book your civil ceremony please contact Harrogate District registrar on 01609 780780 The ceremony date (not the date of the booking) determines the fee. They cover the cost of the registration staff attending your ceremony and one certificate. They are payable in advance when notice is given and no later than three months before the ceremony.

Fees are determined based on where and when your ceremony is held and is payable to the registration service.

These fees are charged by the registration service for attendance at ceremonies only.

Day Fee 2018-19 Fee 2019-20 Monday to Friday £450 £450 Saturday £525 £550 Sunday or Bank Holiday £550 £550

The hotel also charges a room hire for the Nidderdale Suite:

Fee 2019 Fee 2020

Monday to Friday £200 £250

Saturday or Bank Holiday £250 £300

Sunday £150 £200

Little Extras

White chair covers with co-ordinating sash £3.00 per chair

Menu Tasting from £50.00 per couple

Canape Selection from £4.00 per person

Intermediate Course £6.00 per person

Celebration Disco £350.00

Bring your own DJ £50.00

Extra Evening Guests from £10.00 per person

Accommodation

Should you have guests who wish to stay overnight, the hotel has a selection of 29 en suite

bedrooms of varying styles and types, from well-appointed single bedded rooms, Classic

Doubles, to Larger Suites. Everybody has their favourite. The rooms are situated on the

ground and first floors, and we even have a private cottage in the gardens hidden away from

it all with its own separate entrance.

If your guests wish to make a weekend break whilst enjoying your wedding reception we can

offer exclusive accommodation rates. Subject to availability.

£99.00 per room per night for a Classic double/twin room £89.00 per room per night for a Classic double/twin room if staying more than one night

£129.00 per room per night for a Larger double/twin room £119.00 per room per night for a Larger double/twin room if staying more than one night

£79.00 per room per night for a Single room Extra beds for children can be added to the Superior Larger Doubles for £10 per child per night

Residential guests are also free to use the superb facilities of our Imagine Spa.

Countdown to your special day

After the proposal ❑ Provisionally set a date ❑ Tell friends and family ❑ Set a budget ❑ Provisionally book a ceremony and reception venue ❑ Contact registrars to check availability Nine to twelve months before ❑ Confirm your ceremony and reception venue bookings ❑ Give your notice of marriage to registrars or contact Minister or other religious leader ❑ Take out wedding insurance ❑ Order your wedding dress ❑ Book your photographer / videographer ❑ Book your wedding music / entertainment ❑ Book your honeymoon ❑ Determine how many guests to invite Six to nine months before ❑ Decide on your attendants ❑ Order outfits for attendants ❑ Arrange wedding transportation Four to six months before ❑ Finalise your guest list ❑ Compile a gift list ❑ Check your passports are valid ❑ Set up hotel arrangements for out of town guests ❑ Choose and order your wedding rings ❑ Choose and order your wedding cake ❑ Choose a florist and order flowers ❑ Choose and order wedding stationery Two to four months before ❑ Purchase all wedding accessories and going-away outfit ❑ Send out invitations / gift list details ❑ Confirm menu and drinks with reception venue ❑ Arrange order of service / readings / music for ceremony ❑ Choose a wedding guest book One month to go ❑ Reconfirm all bookings ❑ Chase any guests who have not responded ❑ Have final dress fitting ❑ Buy gifts for the attendants ❑ Pay fees to registrars and confirm ceremony details ❑ Order currency for honeymoon ❑ Confirm numbers to caterers and prepare seating plan for reception ❑ Arrange for cake to be delivered One week to go ❑ Call all bookings to confirm times ❑ Confirm all reception arrangements with venue ❑ Collect wedding dress and hire outfits ❑ Wrap gifts for the attendants ❑ Pack for your honeymoon Day before

❑ Relax and have an early night!

Booking Information Should you wish to make a provisional booking we are able to hold your preferred date for a maximum of two weeks, giving you time to speak to your families and organise a wedding ceremony. Provisional bookings will be released if a non-refundable deposit of £400 is not received within 14 days of the initial enquiry. Six month’s prior to the wedding date a further 40% of the total cost of your wedding is required with the outstanding balance due six weeks prior to the wedding date. Children aged between 3-12 years are charged at 50% of the package price. Babies and children up to the age of 3 are free of charge. Over 12’s are charged at the full package. price. Should you wish to offer a choice of two options (pre-orders required) there will be a supplement of

£2.00 per person.

We are happy to cater for special dietary requirements and these should be advised to your wedding

co-ordinator in advance of the wedding, including intolerances and allergies.

Whilst we do our best to reduce the risk of cross-contamination, we CANNOT guarantee that any of

our dishes are free from allergens and therefore cannot accept any liability in this respect.

Guests with severe allergies are advised to assess their own level of risk and consume dishes at their

own risk. Full allergen information on all menus within the wedding package are available on

request.

The menu choices offered are only suggestions and we are always happy to discuss any of your own

ideas or tastes.

All our menus are served with warm bread rolls, a selection of vegetables of the season and freshly

brewed coffee and chocolates.

Final numbers must be confirmed at least 14 days in advance. The hotel will accept a reduction of up to 10% of numbers originally booked. And will always charge for a minimum of 90% of numbers originally booked. At least six weeks before the wedding we recommend that you discuss your final details. We will send you written confirmation along with a pro-forma invoice for the estimated cost of the wedding. 100% payment of the predicted total amount, less deposit, must be paid 14 days prior to the wedding day. The management reserve the right to alter or amend any details in the brochure without notice; we will make every effort to notify guests of any changes. We advise cancellation insurance in the event of any unforeseen circumstances as payments are non-refundable.

Prices are inclusive of 20% VAT.

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Dower House Weddings...Congratulations on your engagement! We are delighted you are considering Dower House Hotel for your wedding day. We understand the importance of your special