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Welcome to Best Western

HARDWICK HALL A former country seat of the squires of Sedgefield,

'Herdewyk' has a lively story to tell, with the original

estate dating from 1183 and the Manor from 1435.

Once an ambling local hostelry with 'a certain air' marked

by parties, good living, fine ladies and true gentlemen,

Hardwick has been transformed into a sumptuously

appointed hotel with outstanding facilities.

Nestling in the beautiful County Durham countryside

with breathtaking views of the Country Park Lake and

Serpentine, the hotel provides the perfect venue for

your wedding.

FUNCTION ROOMS & SUITES

COLEMAN SUITE Perfect for weddings and self-contained, it has two entrances, three

reception areas, two bars and a spectacular Ballroom ...

A room resplendent with six extravagant crystal chandeliers, tiered and

twinkling with tens of thousands of Austrian Strauss Crystals, shimmering

in the large mirrors.

JOHN BURDON SUITE Formerly a room of exuberant parties and discos. Recently refurbished

with contemporary furnishings and a hand painted wall feature, this room

makes a statement for that all important memorable day.

BOYNE SUITE The original dining room of the hotel boasts an ornately oil-painted ceiling

and traditional yet stylish decor. The perfect venue for a more intimate

wedding.

PADDOCKMAROlJEE The Marquee is situated within it's own private garden. Lined with

champagne linen and dressed with trellising, this makes the marquee

ideal for a traditional summer garden wedding.The Marquee is available

from May to September. Please note that live music or bands are not permitted

in the marquee

CIVIL WEDDING CEREMONIES

The hotel is a licensed venue for

Civil Marriages and CMI Partnerships.

Couples are able to use our Coleman

Suite, Boyne Suite and John Burdon

Suite for these occasions.

We set the scene with a beautiful

Chippendale-style Registrar's desk

with flowers - flanked by two

beautiful floral arrangements, using

colours of your choice, on large

polished and carved wooden

pedestals.

A red carpet creates an aisle down

the length of the room, there is

comfortable seating for your guests

and light classical music playing in

the background.

As the license holder, the hotel

provides a licensed representative

to organise the guests on the day

and to be present during the service.

There is a charge for civil ceremonies

at the hotel, which includes all of

the above items and VAT. These

charges do not include any other

room hire charges that may be

applicable to your booking and you

are required to pay the Registrar's

fee direct.

Should you wish to hold your civil

ceremony here with us please

contact the Bishop Auckland

Registrar on 03000 260 600

WEDDING CHARGES

COLEMAN SUITE

One Section

Civil Capacity: 150

Two Sections

Civil Capacity: 300

Three Sections

Civil Capacity: 450

Price: £325

Price: £545

Price: £760

JOHN BURDON SUITE

Civil Capacity: 70 Price: £275

BOYNE SUITE

Civil Capacity: 70 Price: £275

TUSCAN ALCOVE Price: £300

ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF VAT

HOTEL FACILITIES

We can cater for many sizes of wedding, and have the following rooms

available with maximum numbers:

Coleman Suite (350)

Section One (100)

Section Three (90)

Section One & Two (190)

Section Two & Three (170)

Boardroom (20)

Boyne Suite (130)

John Burdon Suite (122)

Summer Marquee (150)

*Please note that live music or bands are not permitted in the marquee.

These capacities are based on day receptions with all guests seated,

please ask for full capacity for an evening reception.

All rooms are unique and offer every comfort to suit different tastes.

ROOM HIRE CHARGES

These are applicable to all our function rooms for both daytime and

evening receptions

DAY TIME HIRE CHARGE

Boardroom £150.00

Boyne Suite £175.00

John Burdon Suite £200.00

Marquee £300.00

Coleman Suite

One Section £250.00

Two Sections £500.00

Three Sections £750.00

EVENING ROOM HIRE

CHARGES

Boyne Suite £175.00

John Burdon Suite £200.00

Marquee £300.00

Coleman Suite

One Section £250.00

Two Sections £500.00

Three Sections £750.00

When planning your wedding time, remember we will require access

into the room no later than 5.30pm unless you have also booked it for

your evening reception.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

At the hotel we pride ourselves in giving you the most memorable,

relaxed and enjoyable day. Our dedicated team of wedding coordinators

have the experience and knowledge to guide you through each stage

of planning, whether it is a simple question or advice on preferred

suppliers, we are here for you.

• Red carpet at the entrance of your chosen function suite, weather

permitting. In the case of inclement weather, umbrellas are supplied.

• The use of a cake stand and silver cutting knife.

• The choice of either ivory or white linen table cloths and napkins.

• Personalised table plan.

• The guidance of our specialist Wedding Coordinator.

• The services of our Banqueting Manager as Toastmaster.

• Free car parking.

• The use of hotel grounds for all your important photographs.

• A complimentary one-night stay in a Premier Bedroom with full English

breakfast before you depart.

• Use of the hotel DJ, at a cost of £205.00, we do ask you to use

the hotel's DJ however you are more than welcome to organise a

band for the function rooms within the hotel. Please note that live

music or bands are not permitted in the marquee

• Special accommodation rates for guests wishing to stay over on the

night of your wedding.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

• We can organise a pianist from £150.00.

• Purchase your own silver cake knife £20.00.

• Different coloured linen, napkins or slip cloths - price on quotation.

• Chair covers and table runners - price on quotation.

• Personalised menus £1.50 each.

• Mirrors and tea lights - price on quotation.

Please note due to livestock that live on Hardwick Park Estate, we are

unable to allow fireworks in the hotel grounds.

These menus are examples of dishes that we would recommend for a MAIN COURSE Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception. We would ask you to choose

a set menu containing three courses, ie. starter, main course and dessert. Roast Topside of Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Onion Gravy £17.95

Roast Rib of Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Onion Gravy £18.95

STARTERS A slice of Roast Beef and a slice of Cumbrian Turkey Breast, £17.95

Salmon Gravlax, Beetroot Puree, Herb Salad £9.25 Yorkshire Pudding, Sausage and Sage Stuffing and Pan Gravy

Hardwick's Traditional Prawn Cocktail £7.95 Breast of Cumbrian Chicken, Pork & Leek Sausage Stuffing, Shallot £17.95

Farmhouse Terrine, House Chutney, French Bread £7.50 & Thyme Gravy

Ham Hock Terrine, Pineapple and Vanilla Chutney £7.50 Free Range Chicken Breast, wrapped in Bacon, Mashed Potato, £17.95

Duo of Seasonal Melon, Forest Fruit Compote, Mint Syrup £6.95 Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Traditional Melon and Parma Ham £7.50 Marinated Mediterranean Chicken Breast, Sweet Potato, Pepper £17.50

Yorkshire Black Pudding, Apple and Blue Cheese Salad £6.25 & Tomatoes, Toasted Pine Nuts & Basil Leaf

Red Pepper and Mascapone Mousse, Rocket Salad and Parmesan, £6.25 Chicken Breast stuffed with Chorizo, Mozzarella, £19.50

Toasted Ciabatta Sweet Potato Chips

Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella, Rocket and Basil, Balsamic Dressing £5.95 Classic Roast Turkey Breast, Chipolata Sausage & Chestnut Stuffing, £18.00

Classic Chicken Caesar Salad £8.35 Cranberry Sauce, Roast Gravy

Smoked Chicken Salad, Avocado Mayonnaise £8.35 Roast Leg of Lamb with Hardwick's Mint Gravy and Mashed Potato £18.50

Rack of Northumbrian Lamb, Baby Vegetables, Parsnip Mash, £24.50

SOUP, SERVED WITH Minted Hollandaise

FARMHOUSE ROLLS Welsh Rare Breed Pork Loin, Black Pudding & Apple, Creamed £18.50

Cabbage, Fondant Potato

Seasonal Vegetable £5.50 Hardwick's Ham Shank, Honey Glaze £18.50

Mushroom & Tarragon, Champagne Cream £5.50

Plum Tomato & Fresh Basil, Foccacia Croutons £5.50 FISH

Carrot & Coriander £5.50

Leek & Potato Broth, Parsley Dumpling £5.50 Fillet of Salmon, Asparagus & Mushroom Tart, Hollandaise Sauce £18.95

Pea and Ham, Herb Croutons £5.50 Thai Spiced Fishcake, Poached Egg, Avruga Mayonnaise £15.50

Oxtail Soup, Caper Scone £5.50

French Onion, Gruyere Croute £5.50 VEGETARIAN MAIN COURSE

Minestrone with Parmesan Garlic Bread £5.50 Puff Pastry Tart of Roast Vegetables, Goat's Cheese, £16.95

Cherry Tomato Confit

SORBETS -£4.25 Filo Parcel of S1ir Fried Vegetables with Ginger & Soy, Sweet Chilli Jam £16.95

Wild Mushroom & Asparagus Lasagne, Mozzarella, Garlic Bread £16.95

Lemon & Orange Brochette of Vegetables, Coconut Rice, Mild Curry Sauce £16.95

Raspberry & Kirsch Glazed Shallot and Seasonal Vegetable Bourguignon £16.95

Champagne & Strawberry

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DESSERT

Rhubarb Crumble, Creamy Vanilla Custard

Apple & Raspberry Crumble, Creamy Vanilla Custard

Cream Filled Profiteroles, Belgian Chocolate Sauce

Warm Chocolate & Raspberry Tart, Vanilla Ice Cream

Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce, Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Iced Mango Parfait, Warm Berry Compote, Chocolate Biscotti

Individual Pavlova, Fresh Strawberries and Cream

Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Mango & Mascapone Cheesecake, Mixed Berry Compote

Vanilla Cheesecake, Mango Coulis

Quartet of Chocolate Desserts

£7.50

£7.50

£6.95

£6.95

£7.50

£7.50

£6.95

£7.50

£7.50

£7.50

£8.95

SELECTION OF REGIONAL CHEESE,

HOUSE CHUTNEY, CELERY & WATER

BISCUITS

Individual

Per Table (10)

Coffee and Mints

Coffee and Petit Fours

Coffee and Homemade Fudge

Coffee and Turkish Delight

CHILDREN'S MENU -£8.50

£7.45

£60.00

£2.75

£3.75

£3.95

£3.95

The children's menu is applicable for children up to the age of 12 years old,

children under the age of 3 are free of charge.

Please choose from either:

Plain Melon, Soup or Cheesy Garlic Bread

Chicken Nuggets, Fish Fingers or Pizza

Served with Curly Fries

Sausage and Mashed Potato

Pasta Twirls with Tomato Sauce

Ice Cream, Jam Doughnut or Fruit Fingers

If you would prefer, the children can have a half portion of the adult's meal.

This will be charged at half the price of your chosen Wedding Breakfast.

CARVERY MENU -£32.95

Prime Roast Beef, Yorkshire Pudding

Leg of Pork, Apple Sauce

Served with:

Real Gravy

Roast Potatoes

Champ Potatoes

Buttered Carrots

Mashed Swede

Cauliflower Cheese

Peas, Bacon, Onion Cream Sauce

Cream Filled Profiteroles, Warm Chocolate or Toffee Sauce

Coffee and Mints

FORK BUFFET -£32.75

COLD

Platter of Honey Glazed Ham and Roast Cumbrian Turkey

Dressed Whole Salmon, Dill Mayonnaise

Platter of Homemade Pate, Chutney, Olives and Blush Tomatoes

Char-grilled Vegetable Terrine, Mint Yoghurt

HOT

Beef Bourguignon

Sweet Chilli Thai Spiced Chicken finished with Coconut

Wild Mushroom and Leek Lasagne

Served with:

Tossed Salad, Coleslaw

Tomato, Red Onion and Mozzarella Salad

Roasted New Potatoes with Olive Oil and Sea Salt

Egg Fried Rice

Baileys Cream Tart, Red Berry Compote, Chocolate Straws

Coffee and Mints

CAN APES

Two types per person

Three types per person

Four types per person

Caramelised Red Onion Tart

Mini Hoi Sin Duck Spring Rolls

Mini Chicken Satay

Prawn Marie Rose Cup

Goat's Cheese and Pepper Wrap

Mini Maryland Crab Cakes with Aioli

£3.95

£4.95

£6.25

Sauteed Mushrooms with Olive Oil & Garlic served on a Crostini

Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

Chicken Liver Parfait on a Crostini

Queen Scallops, Coriander Butter

Tempura King Prawn, Sweet Chilli

Thai Spiced Fishcake, Cream Cheese & Coriander

Mini Fruit Brochette

Tropical FruitTart

Mini Chocolate Tart

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

NIBBLES TRAY £17.00 Per Tray (1 tray per 10 guests)

Stuffed Green Olives

Root Vegetable Crisps

Mediterranean Bread Sticks

Salted Cashew Nuts

Cheddar Cheese Straws

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The following discounted menus are for Evening Receptions of weddings held during the day at the hotel and involve substantial catering.

For an evening only function please add £3.00 per person to the price of the buffet.

MENU 1 £12.95

Grilled Wensleydale Bacon

Pork & Leek Sausages

Served with Ciabatta Rolls

Onion Rings

Fries

Sauteed Onions, Tomato Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Brown Sauce

MENU 3 £14.95

A Selection of Wraps and Closed Sandwiches

Marinated Chicken Drumsticks

Mini Toad in the Hole

Roast Vegetable Quiche

Potato Wedges, Cajun Mayonnaise

Vegetable Spring Rolls

Scampi, Tatrare Sauce

MENU 2 £13.95

Hot Roast Pork, Sausage and Stuffing, Apple Sauce

served with 1 I 4 Stottie

Roasted New Potatoes

Tomato & Basil Bruschetta

Garlic Bread

Nachos, Salsa, Guacamole & Mature Cheddar Cheese

MENU 4 £15.50

Steak and Ale Pie

Vegetable Casserole & Dumplings

Chicken Satay Skewers

Assorted Sandwiches

Savoury Rice

Pasta Salad, Green Salad

DRINKS PACKAGE 1 £14.95

1 glass of Bucks Fizz

1 glass of house red or white wine

1 glass of sparkling wine for the toast

DRINKS PACKAGE 2 £18.95

1 glass of Bucks Fizz

2 glasses of house red or white wine

1 glass of sparkling wine for the toast

CHILDREN'S DRINKS PACKAGE £4.50

1 glass of orange juice on arrival

We recommend taking one of the above drinks packages, however, if

you would like to create your own package please see below a list of

drinks available. A full wine list is also available upon request.

All prices are per person.

Sparkling wine £5.50

Sparkling rose £5.95

Bucks Fizz £5.50

Kir Royale £5.95

House champagne £6.95

Rose champagne £7 .50

House red, white, rose wine £4.25

Kir £4.95

Mulled wine £4.75

Classic Pimms £4.95

Alcoholic fruit punch (Vodka based) £4.95

Non alcoholic fruit punch £4.50

Bottled beer (please enquire for available brands) £3.85

Low alcohol beer £2.90

Orange juice (by the jug) £12.00

Fruit Shoot £1.50

NOW

Call and speak with our Wedding Coordinator who will arrange an

appointment for you to come and view the hotel and its facilities.

NEXT

Provisionally hold your preferred function room and date whilst you

contact the church or Registrar.

THEN

Confirm your date with the hotel within two weeks of your provisional

booking by paying a deposit of £500.00. We will send you a contract

to sign, please return the pink copy of the contract and keep the white

copy for your records.

6 MONTHS PRJOR

Six months prior to your wedding day you are required to pay 50% of

your wedding balance. This will be calculated in relation to your provisional

numbers given at the fime of booking. A wedding coordinator will contact

you to arrange this.

3 MONTHS PRIOR

Your Wedding Coordinator will contact you to arrange an appointment

for you to come in and run through the details for your special day. This

will include menu choices, format and all the smaller details. After this

appointment we will send you a function sheet and pro-forma invoice

based on the numbers and details discussed. A menu tasting can be

arranged after this appointment at a discounted rate of 50% for the

bride and groom.

Any additional guests joining the bride and groom will pay the full price.

28 DAYS PRJOR

Payment of your invoice is due. If you need to make any amendments

to your details or numbers please contact the hotel prior to the payment

date so an amended invoice and function sheet can be issued.

2 WEEKS PRJOR

Send your table plan to the hotel

1 WEEKPRJOR

You must contact the Wedding Coordinator to advise them of any

amendments to your numbers. A reduction in numbers after the 7 days

will still be charged.

DAY BEFORE

Bring any favours, placecards and table decorations you wish for us to

put out on the tables for you. If you are having any items delivered ie.

cake, flowers, chair covers please arrange for these to be delivered and

fitted on the day.

WEDDING DAY

Sit back and relax, this is your big day, so enjoy!

We hold wedding open days and evenings once a month so keep a

look out on the website for the dates. All our available suites will be set

for weddings and a civil ceremony and we will be here to answer any

of your queries.

RECEIVING LINE

Once you have arrived at the hotel and have been for your photographs

it is a tradition for the bride, groom and bride's mother (who is the

hostess) to receive the guests as they take their seats. It is the responsibility

of the mother of the bride to personally welcome all the guests to the

reception. It is the father of the bride's (the host) responsibility to mingle

with the guests, making sure everyone has been introduced to one

another.

The most formal line up would normally also include the groom's mother,

the maid of honor and bridesmaids. The only male in the receiving line

is the groom.

These are very traditional methods of greeting the guests and it can be

modified to suit your individual needs.

GRACE

If the vicar is in attendance this is a must, otherwise you may wish for

a close friend or relative who is willing to say grace, although this is not

a necessary requirement.

TRADITIONAL TOP TABLE

SEATING ARRANGEMENTS

Looking at the top table, left to right:

Chief Bridesmaid, Groom's Father, Mother of the Bride, Groom, Bride,

Bride's Father, Groom's Mother, Best Man.

This is not set in stone and can be changed to suit your individual needs.

SPEECHES

Speeches traditionally take place after the Wedding Breakfast, however

this can also be changed to before the meal if this is what you would

prefer.

ORDER OF SPEECHES

The bride's father will give the first speech and propose a toast to the

bride and groom.

The groom will then respond and thank the parents for his beautiful

bride, thank the guests for the lovely gifts and make a toast to the

bridesmaids.

The best man will finish the proceedings by making a toast on behalf

of the bridesmaids, reading a few cards and ending the speeches with

a few chosen words of his own.

We have 51 bedrooms and special accommoda11on rates are available

for your guests.

The demand for bedrooms is high, therefore we ask you to check

availability of bedrooms at the time of making your provisional

booking.

We do not automa11cally book any accommodation for your wedding

guests, however a complimentary Premier room will be booked for

the Bride and Groom on the night of the wedding.

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