23rd December Main House and Sports Centre closed from 3:00 p.m24th - 30th December Main House closed24th December - 3rd January Sports Centre closed 31st December Open for reduced Lunch Menu and Hogmanay Dinner Dance 1st January Main House closed from 3:00 p.m. 2nd and 3rd January Main House closed 4th January Main House and Sports Centre open

Opening Hours

What's OnStarting on 2nd December Daily Festive Menu - Lunch and DinnerThroughout December Festive Private Dining MenuAvailable Daily Festive Afternoon Tea(prior reservation required)

1st and 7th December Breakfast with Santa8th December Christmas Sunday Lunch 7th, 13th, 14th and 20th December Shimmer and Sparkle Signature Dining Evening 15th December Christmas Family Carvery 31st December Hogmanay Dinner and Ceilidh1st January 2020 New Year's Brunch

Festive Accommodation OfferMake us your home from home this Christmas. If you are attending any event in December we are offering our guests an overnight stay inclusive of a full cooked breakfast from £50.00 per room.

The rates exclude Hogmanay.

Daily Festive Menu

This menu will not be available on Shimmer and Sparkle Signature Evenings, Christmas Carvery Sunday or Christmas Sunday Lunch.

2 COURSES £20.50 per person

3 COURSES £25.50 per person

Available from 12 noon on 2nd December.For tables of 10 and above, a pre-order will be required.

Daily specials board with individually priced Woodbank’s favourites will also be available.

These will not be included in the set price above.

starters mainsWOODBANK FREE RANGE ROAST

TURKEY BREASTkilted chipolatas, oatmeal stuffing,

roast potatoes, festive seasonal vegetables

SLOW COOKED BLADE OF ANGUS BEEF

bed of potato puree, medley of seasoned vegetables, red wine sauce and parsnip crisp

HERB CRUSTED FILLET OF SCOTTISH SALMON

lemon and chive hot potato salad, green pea and truffle veloute

HERITAGE PUMPKIN AND GOAT CHEESE TART (V)

celeriac puree, kale pesto

SOUP OF THE DAY

CRAYFISH AND PINK LADY APPLE COCKTAIL

local artisan seeded bread

AYRSHIRE HAM HOCK TERRINE house chutney, oatcakes

SWEET POTATO, FETA CHEESE AND CRANBERRY FILO CRACKER (V)

caramelised onion, apple preserve

dessertsCHRISTMAS PUDDING

brandy custard

CHEESE PLATE three cheeses, artisan crackers,

home made chutney

GINGERBREAD BRÛLÉE

DARK CHOCOLATE AND CLEMENTINE CHEESECAKE

mainsBALLOTINE OF FREE RANGE

TURKEY BREAST apricot and rosemary stuffing, dauphinoise

potatoes, carrot puree, tender stem broccoli, turkey reduction sauce

SLOW COOKED BLADE OF BEEFpulled ox cheek croquet, black truffle potato

fondant, orange glazed carrots, greens, port jus

HERITAGE PUMPKIN AND GOAT CHEESE TART (V)

celeriac puree, kale pesto

dessertsASSIETTE OF MINI DESSERTS

mango panna cotta, pineapple compote, caramelised biscuit crumb

apple and cinnamon meringue pie, blackberry sorbet

salted caramel choux bun, chocolate crème anglaise

TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS PUDDING cognac custard

SCOTTISH CHEESES PLATEblue murder, connage cava brie,

pepper black crowdie,mature cheddar, crackers,

grapes and walker’s oatcakes

Festive Private DiningAvailable in Fraser Room, Conservatory, Alcove and Dining Room for lunch or dinner.

Festive Private Dining at Woodbank is a magical way to celebrate the festivities this year whether it’s for a family get together or a private business event.

£39.50 per person, includes canapés on arrival, four course meal, finished off with infusions and sweet treats.

This menu will be offered to a minimum of 10 guests, a pre-order will be asked for to ensure a smooth and sleek service.

startersSCOTTISH BEETROOT CURED

SMOKED SALMON lemon caper and dill dressing, horseradish

crème fraiche, blini, quail egg and caviar

HAGGIS AND BLACK PUDDING CROQUET

turnip puree and creamy mash,single malt glaze finish

SWEET POTATO, FETA CHEESE AND CRANBERRY FILO CRACKER (V)

caramelised onion, apple preserve

intermediate

CHAMPANGE AND CRANBERRY SORBET

Got the little elves in tow? Bring your little ones to Woodbank to meet Santa, where they’ll be invited to write a letter and deliver it to Father Christmas in person. There’ll be time for photos and a sweet Christmas gift before enjoying a kid’s cooked breakfast for just £8.00 per child. Adults breakfast menu will also be available.

Call Matt, our Events Manager, on 01224 88 4728 to book your space with Santa. Pre-payment required.Limited spaces available.

Breakfast with SantaSunday, 1st and Saturday, 7th December

9:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

CLASSIC SMOKED SALMONcrème fraiche, cracked pepper,

capers, lemon, thick cut brown bread

HAGGIS AND BLACK PUDDING CROQUET turnip puree, creamy mash, single

malt glaze

BEETROOT CARPACCIO (V)goats cheese and walnut salad

intermediate CHAMPANGE AND

CRANBERRY SORBET

Christmas Sunday Lunch Sunday, 8th December 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

£25.50 per person, price includes a glass of fizz on arrival.

Join us for our Woodbank Sunday lunch with a feast of unlimited starters and soup from our Chef’s Table, followed by a seasonal main course. Remember to leave room for our finest desserts .

SEASONAL FEAST OF UNLIMITED STARTERS AND SOUP FROM THE CHEF’S TABLE

mains ROAST TURKEY

kilted chipolatas, oatmeal stuffing, roast potatoes, festive seasonal vegetables

ROAST BEEF Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes,

festive seasonal vegetables

BEEFSTEAK AND ONION PIE roast potatoes, festive seasonal vegetables

SMOKED HADDOCK FISH CAKEbuttered spinach, poached egg, hollandaise

HERITAGE PUMPKIN AND GOAT CHEESE TART (V)celeriac puree, kale pesto

desserts CHRISTMAS PUDDING

brandy sauce

GINGERBREAD BRÛLÉE

DARK CHOCOLATE AND CLEMENTINE CHEESECAKE

CARAMEL APPLE TART vanilla ice cream

Shimmer and Sparkle Signature Dining Evening

Experience a gorgeous festive four course meal in our shimmer and sparkle restaurant including canapés on arrival and finished off with infusions and sweet treats.

Saturday, 7th December Friday, 13th DecemberSaturday, 14th DecemberFriday, 20th December

£39.50 per person

Take advantage of staying at Woodbank from only £50.00 per room including a delicious full Scottish Breakfast and late checkout at 12:00 p.m.

startersCLASSIC SMOKED SALMON

crème fraiche, cracked pepper, capers, lemon, thick cut brown bread

HAGGIS AND BLACK PUDDING CROQUET turnip puree, creamy mash, single

malt glaze

BEETROOT CARPACCIO (V)goat cheese and walnut salad

intermediate CHAMPANGE AND

CRANBERRY SORBET

mainsBALLOTINE OF FREE RANGE

TURKEY BREAST apricot and rosemary stuffing, dauphinoise potatoes, carrot puree, tender stem broccoli,

turkey reduction sauce

HERB CRUSTED COD LOINlemon and chive hot potato salad,

green pea and truffle veloute

BRAISED LAMB SHANK pomme puree, red wine jus

HERITAGE PUMPKIN AND GOAT CHEESE TART (V)

celeriac puree, kale pesto

dessertsCHRISTMAS PUDDING

brandy sauce

GINGERBREAD BRÛLÉE

BOOZY CHERRY PAVLOVA cream and chocolate

CARAMEL APPLE TART vanilla ice cream

Christmas Family CarverySunday, 15th December 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

2 courses £20.50 per person3 courses £25.50 per personCARVERY FOR CHILDREN under 10 - £12.50

Children under 5 will be offered our children’s menu.

SANTA WILL MAKEAN APPEARANCE

starters BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP

low gi bread

DUCK AND ORANGE PATEhouse chutney, melba toast

BLACK PUDDING TOWERsliced crispy potatoes, poached egg and hollandaise

TIKKA KING PRAWNS peppers, flatbread and riata

carveryROAST TURKEY

traditional trimmings

ROAST BEEF yorkshire pudding, traditional trimmings

GAMMON HAM honey and orange glaze, traditional trimmings

VEGETARIAN DISHES AVAILABLE

desserts ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR

selection of topping and sauces

CHRISTMAS PUDDINGbrandy custard

LEMON MERINGUE CHEESECAKE

starterCHICKEN LIVER PARFAIT

spiced pear chutney, micro salad and scottish oatcakes

mainTRADITIONAL ROAST RIBEYE OF ABERDEEN ANGUS BEEF

roasties, orange glazed carrots, wilted spinach, asparagus, tender

stem broccoli, sauce diane

dessertASSIETTE OF MINI DESSERTS

tablet cheesecake, cranachan parfait, chocolate and glayva mousse served

in a brandy basket

Overnight stays available from £69.00 per room including a full Scottish Breakfast and late check out at 2:00 p.m.

Celebrate the end of 2019 with a bang at Woodbank.

Experience our superb three course New Year’s Eve menu, with canapés on arrival, followed by a live performance from “Celtic Rouge” Ceilidh Band with disco music in-between ceilidh dancing (remember your dancing shoes!).

See in 2020 with a CHILLED FIZZ and a PIPER.

Hogmanay Dinner Dance Festive Afternoon TeaCelebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a festive themed afternoon tea at Woodbank. This Christmas treat offers canapés on arrival, delicate finger sandwiches alongside a selection of sweet treats. Our afternoon teas feature aromatic flavours from our exclusive loose leaf teas.

£13.50 per person

Call Matt, our Events Manager on 01224 88 4728 to book.

Available daily from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

This menu will not be available on Shimmer and Sparkle Signature Evenings,Christmas Carvery Sunday or Christmas Sunday Lunch.

CANAPES ON ARRIVAL

COCKTAIL SANDWICHES, MINI FILLED BRIOCHE ROLLS AND WARM SAUSAGE ROLLS

WARM SCONES WITH CLOTTED CREAM AND STRAWBERRY JAM

FESTIVE SWEET TREATS WITH MINI MINCEMEAT PIES

FILTER COFFEE AND LOOSE LEAF TEA

Tuesday, 31st December Arrival from 6.30 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m.

£70.00 per person

Saturday, 25th January Arrival from 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m.

£24.95 per person

Traditional Robert Burns SupperNew Year's Brunch

WOODBANK BREAKFAST £12.50sausage, bacon, black pudding, hash brown, beans,

tomato, mushrooms, haggis and fried egg. Served with a pot of tea or filter coffee and toast

CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT £7.50 toasted muffin, crispy bacon, poached eggs,

topped with hollandaise

EGGS BENEDICT ROYALE £8.95 toasted muffin, smoked salmon, poached eggs,

and topped with hollandaise

THREE EGG OMELETTE £7.50 with mushrooms or cheese and chive

Additional brunch items will be available.

Welcome the New Year in style with our brunch. The perfect cure for a sore head, a choice of divine brunch dishes.

Wednesday, 1st January9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

To celebrate the birth of our national bard, Robert Burns, we are delighted to be hosting a traditional three course Burns Supper that includes SELKRIK GRACE, IMMORTAL MEMORY and ADDRESS TO THE HAGGIS.

starter HAGGIS, NEEPS AND TATTIES

whisky sauce

mainsBLADE OF BEEF

Scottish mushrooms, glayva sauce

CULLEN SKINK RISOTTO crème fraiche coulis

SUPREME OF CHICKEN skirlie filling, wrapped in bacon, whisky sauce

dessertSTICKY TOFFEE PUDDING

mackie’s butterscotch ice cream

followed byCOFFEE AND SWEET TREATS

All products listed are current at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If products are unavailable at the date of the event a suitable alternative will be offered. All prices are inclusive of VAT.

ACCOMMODATION If you are staying at Woodbank for any of our December Events, we are offering rates of:

Standard Rooms: £50Executive Rooms: £70Suites: £90

All the accommodation rates above are based on 2 guests per room and are inclusive of a full cooked breakfast, and 12:00 p.m. check out.These offers are open to all guests confirming their reservations for dining at any of our Festive Events.

These rates also apply to all weekend bookings in December.

Cancellation policy is 6:00 p.m. on the day of arrival. A credit card is required to book and guarantee room reservations.

HOGMANAY ACCOMMODATIONWe are offering rates of:

Standard Rooms: £69

Executive Rooms: £89

Suites: £99

All our Hogmanay rates are based on double occupancy and are inclusive of a full cooked breakfast on January 1st and a 2:00 p.m. late check out.Cancellation policy for Hogmanay accommodation is 14 days. A credit card is required to book and guarantee room reservations.

PRE-ORDER FOR LARGER PARTIESFor tables of 10 and above we ask for a pre-order 7 days prior to the event date to help with smooth service during your event. You are also welcome to pre-order your drinks in advance. Please contact Events Manager Matt for our latest deals and prices.

RESERVATIONSTo make a reservation for any December events or if you have any queries regarding our festive programme, please contact our dedicated Events Manager Matt Nairpour:Phone: 01224 88 4728Email: events-woodbank@shell.comTo reserve accommodation or a table for fewer than 10 guests, please contact our Reception Team Phone: 01224 88 4700Email: reservations-woodbank@shell.com

PAYMENTWe require full payment for our Hogmanay House Party tickets no later than Friday, 13th December 2019. Failure to pay within this time will result in your reservation being released. All monies paid are non-refundable Payments can be made by cash, credit/debit card or cheque (payable to Sodexo). Payment information cannot be accepted by email.

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For the Truly GiftedTrying to find the perfect gift at Christmas? Why not surprise your loved ones with an exclusive Woodbank gift voucher that can be spent against lunch, dinner, drinks or an overnight stay.

Contact Matt, our Events Manager who will create a personalised gift voucher for you - an ideal Christmas present!

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Reception: +44 (0) 1224 88 4700reservations-woodbank@shell.com

Events Manager (Matt Nairpour): +44 (0) 1224 88 4728 events-woodbank@shell.com

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