WEDDINGS AT MACDONALD FOREST HILLS HOTEL & SPA · pictures will be the envy of all your guests. We will deliver you the wedding you've been dreaming about in a spectacular setting

WEDDINGS AT MACDONALD FOREST HILLS HOTEL & SPA

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A WEDDING VENUE LIKE NO OTHER.

We would like to take the opportunity to congratulate you both on your forthcoming wedding.

The most important day of your life deserves a perfect setting. Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & Spa is nestled within the breathtaking scenery of the Trossachs and offers luxury accommodation, a health and beauty spa, fabulous food and drink, an elegant wedding suite and beautiful photogenic surroundings. You will rarely find a more beautiful backdrop for your celebration.

With the spectacular views over Loch Ard, it is easy to forget that you are a short drive from Glasgow or Edinburgh city centre. The ultimate in exclusivity, this four star award winning retreat ensures outstanding service, exquisite food and a dedicated team of professional planners, are all part of your wedding experience for the perfect day.

From the moment you make your initial enquiry you will experience nothing less than perfection.

MACDONALD FOREST HILLS HOTEL & SPA

WELCOME TO

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Whatever you’re looking for we will provide a totally unique wedding perfectly suited to you and your guests. An elegant extravaganza, beautifully simple ceremony or a bespoke wedding breakfast. With wedding packages to suit all seasons, budgets and timelines, we guarantee we will have thought of everything.

We are delighted to offer the following complimentary services for your wedding:

• Red carpet on arrival • Use of our beautiful grounds and garden for photographs • Wedding co-ordinator• Toastmaster • Wedding breakfast room hire • Complimentary stay in our Honeymoon suit for the night of your wedding• Wedding menu tasting with the Head Chef• Meal and drinks for under fives• Silver cake stand• Knife for cake cutting • Crisp white linen• White chair covers • Personalised menu• Dancefloor • Complimentary first year anniversary overnight Bed and Breakfast stay

Your wedding day is just the start of your fairytale. It’s a new beginning and we are here to help you to take those first steps into married life.

Licensed for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, we have a variety of elegant suites to choose from. So whether you are planning an intimate dining experience for 20 close friends and family or a high society occasion for 70 to 110 guests, the ceremony and celebration will fulfil your every wish.

YOUR WEDDINGYOUR WAY

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EXCLUSIVE USE

LET YOUR FAIRYTALE WEDDING BEGIN

Take over the entire hotel and host a day that's completely unique and exclusive to both you, your partner and your guests.

Why share your wedding day with anyone else when you can close the doors and add that extra personal touch to your big day in Aberfoyle? You will have full use of the hotel and gardens with its picture perfect views of Loch Ard and the Trossachs, your pictures will be the envy of all your guests.

We will deliver you the wedding you've been dreaming about in a spectacular setting tucked away in the Trossachs. Our Exclusive Use package is completely flexible for you to craft the wedding you want, with all the little details and added touches to really make it stand out. Our wedding team will take the time to learn all about your vision in order to create the perfect package.

Book a show round and we'll have the bubbles on ice, ready to tailormake the most memorable day.

It's your big day, lets dream big.

- Mr & Mrs Fernandez.

It could not have been better! A hundred,

thousand thanks.

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YOUR FIRST MEAL AS NEWLYWEDS.

Be inspired by our chef's passion for food, our menus are written with flair that willimpress each and every one of your guests.

Traditional Scottish cuisine seasoned with modern cooking methods and techniques, resulting in delectable courses. A choice of menus, canapés and buffet packages are available to add the finishing touches to your special day.

Our Head Chef and award-winning team are passionate about the food they serveand know, when it comes to quality, it is the little details that make all the difference.That is why they use only the finest seasonal ingredients and source only the bestproduce available.

WEDDING BREAKFAST

- Mr & Mrs Feldano.

Just wanted to say a massive thank you for everything

you did to make our wedding day happen. We had the

best time and everything was so wonderful! We couldn't

have asked for a better day!

THE SPA

Our Spa provides you with an equal balance of luxury and tranquillity, with a staff of trained experts standing by to help you relax. The facility has a range of fitness facilities including a gym and heated pool with sauna, steam room and whirlpool. We offer a wide range of treatments as well as full day packages for you to indulge and enjoy a little pampering before that special day.

PRE WEDDING DINNER

Our Rafters Bar and Bistro provides a more relaxed atmosphere for our guests. For something more private please speak to your wedding co-ordinator to arrange a private room for your own waiters and chance to relax with close family and friends.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Water park – Have fun on Loch Ard. Climb the tower, jump into the waterCliff jumping – Not for the faint hearted. Climb the Buchanan Castle Cliffs Highland gamesCanoe quizereering

For prices and more information please ask your wedding co-ordinator.

FINISHING TOUCHES

10 Wedding imagery supplied by The Gibsons Photography.

To hear more about our packages or talk us through your ideas, contact our wedding co-ordinator on:

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel & SpaKinlochard by Aberfoyle FK8 3TL0344 879 [email protected]

www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/foresthills

WWW.MACDONALDHOTELS.CO.UK/FORESTHILLS


WEDDING PACKAGES

SPRING AND SUMMER PACKAGE

Available from March to August (minimum number of 70 required)

Reception drink of sparkling wine or Kir Royal

Three canap s per personé

Three course set wedding breakfast with tea and coffee with petit fours (*menu upgrade available)

A large glass of house white or red wine (*wine upgrade available)

Glass of sparkling wine for toast

Three items for evening buffet

Monday - Thursday 2020£79.00 per person

Friday and Saturday 2020£82.00 per person

All prices include VAT, minimum numbers apply

Monday - Thursday 2019£77.00 per person


Sunday - Thursday 2021£81.00 per person



WEDDING PACKAGES

AUTUMN PACKAGE

Available September and October (minimum number of 70 required)

Reception drink of sparkling wine or Kir Royal






2019£76.00 per person

Any day of the week


Any day of the week


Subject to availability


Any day of the week


WEDDING PACKAGES

WINTER PACKAGE

Available from November to February (minimum number of 70 required)

Reception drink of mulled wine or sparkling wine






Complimentary bottle of wine in bridal room


Any day of the week


Any day of the week


Subject to availability


Any day of the week


EXCLUSIVE USE WEDDINGS

Here at Macdonald Forest Hills & Spa we understand that this is the most important day for you and your families, we can offer you exclusive use of the hotel and all of its bedrooms.

With the advantage of having 55 rooms and every part of the hotel it will allow you to feel total exclusivity and complete privacy.

Our wedding co-ordinator will put together a bespoke quotation for your exclusive wedding here at Macdonald Forest Hills & Spa.

We would love to discuss your requirements further, please arrange a personal show round with our co-ordinator on 01877 389 500

WEDDING PACKAGES


WHIRLWIND WEDDING PACKAGE

• Red carpet for arrival

• Complimentary ceremony room hire

• Bridal aisle runner – red or ivory

• Master of ceremonies

• Sparkling wine reception

• Three course set Wedding Breakfast

• Glass of house red or white wine with your meal

• Sparkling wine for your toast

WEDDING PACKAGES

WHIRLWIND PACKAGE £3,990.00 Subject to availability until 15th December 2019

Packaged based on minimum 70 day guests

Additional day guest £60.00 per personEvening guest £12.95 per person

For more information and availability please contact our Events Team.

• Silver cake stand and knife

• Two items evening buffet

• Personalised menu cards and table plan display

• Wedding menu tasting

• Complimentary bed and breakfast stay in our Honeymoon Suite on the night of the wedding

• Reduced wedding accommodation rate


WEDDING BREAKFAST

Starters

Hot Smoked Salmonchive crème fraîche, pickled cucumber, herb oil

Smoked Ham Hock and Parsley Terrinetomato chutney, brioche croute

Seasonal Melon Cut Fresh Fruitsberries and mango purée

Haggis, Neeps and Tatties wrapped in puff pastry, whisky cream sauce

Chicken and Asparagus Rouladeceleriac remoulade, apple purée

Asian Spiced Confit Duck Terrinesesame scented bean sprouts, hoi sin sauce

Soups and Broth

Leek and Potato, Chive Cream

Lentil and Vegetable Broth

Carrot and Coriander, Crème Fraîche

Cauliflower and Blue Cheese Soup

Roasted Plum Tomato and Basil, Pesto Oil

Roasted Butternut Squash, Spiced Crème Fraîche

Soup can be added as an additional course for £3.95 per person

MainPan Seared Organic Salmonsautéed spinach white wine cream sauce

Breast of Free Range Corn-Fed Chicken stuffed with Macsweens haggis

Breast of Free Range Corn-Fed Chicken stuffed with bacon and onion skirlie

Breast of Free Range Corn-Fed Chicken stuffed with sun blushed tomato and mozzarella basil jus

Roast Rib Eye of Beef Yorkshire pudding, red wine jus

Roast Loin of Outdoor Reared Porksage and apple jus

Roast Sirloin of Beefpancetta, shallot and mushroom jus*£7.00 Supplement

Saddle of Highland Lamb stuffed with garlic and rosemary, redcurrant sauce - *£4.95 supplement

DessertsSticky Toffee Puddingtoffee sauce, vanilla ice cream

Vanilla Cheesecakered berry compote, chantilly cream

Warm Apple Tartcrumble topping vanilla ice cream

Glazed Lemon Tartblueberry compote, chantilly cream

Raspberry CranachanDrambuie and honey syrup, shortbread

Vanilla Panna Cotta, fruit salsa, raspberry syrup

A Selection of Cheese and Biscuits*£3.00 Supplement

Cheese Platter - *£65.00 per table


VEGETARIAN WEDDING BREAKFAST

Starters

Mediterranean Vegetable and Red Pepper Terrine chive crème fraîche

Chargrilled Vegetable Stack Red Pepper Coulis

Cherry Tomato and Baby Mozzarella Salad, Basil Pesto

Blue Cheese Panna Cottapickled vegetables and roast pear salad

Caesar Salad with crispy croutons, aged Parmesan and basil dressing

Main Courses

Beetroot and Spring Onion Risottocrumbled feta cheese

Wild Mushroom and Spinach Gnocchi Parmesan and white wine sauce

Baked Aubergine stuffed with bean chilli, mozzarella cheese

Spinach, Tomato and Goat Cheese Strudel olive tapenade, tomato sauce

Four Cheese Ravioli with herb cream and rocket salad

All of the above dishes will be served with creamy jacket fondant potato, honey roasted seasonal vegetables.


C ANAPÈS AND SORBETS

Canapès

Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Crostini, Pesto Oil

King Prawn Wrapped in Filo Pastry, Honey and Soy Dressing

Smoked Salmon Mousse, Dill Crème Fraîche, Toasted Lemon Loaf

Macsween Haggis Bon Bons, Arran Mustard Mayonnaise

Chicken Satay Skewers, Peanut and Sesame Sauce

Smoked Salmon, Mini Oat Cake, Caviar Crème Fraîche (£1pp supplement)

Sun Blush Tomato, Brie and Black Olive Tartlet

Creamed Smoked Haddock and Leek Tartlet

Spinach, Goats Cheese and Shallot Tartlet

Cherry Tomato, Spring Onion and Feta Cheese Tartlet

.Sorbets

Summer Berry, Lemon Oil

Champagne, Brandy Syrup

Strawberry, Kiwi and Lime

Can be added as an additional course - £3.95 per person


CHILDREN’S MENU

Starters

Tomato Soup

Seasonal Melon and Berries

Mini Nibblescubes of cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber and carrot sticks, dips

Mains

Free Range Outdoor Reared Pork Sausages seasonal greens, mash onion gravy

Robbie from Scot Beef Mini Burger made from Scottish beef and fries

Fish and Chipsfresh fish in a crispy batter, seasonal greens chips

Macaroni Cheese

Chef’s Free Range Roast Chicken Dinner with new potatoes and seasonal greens

Free Range Homemade Chicken Strips crunchy breadcrumbs, seasonal greens, chips

Desserts

Two Scoops of Ice Cream

Fresh Fruit Salad

Hot Fudge Sundae with hot toffee sauce

Seasonal Fruit Meringue with fresh fruit and whipped cream

Children 0 – 4 yrs – Free of chargeChildren aged 5 – 12yrs – £25.00

Any children over 12 will be classed as an adult

The above prices include three course set wedding breakfast, two drinks (welcome drink, soft drink for toast, soft drink with main meal) per child


EVENING BUFFET

Wide Selection of Sandwiches

Cajun Spiced Roast Free Range Chicken Drumstick

Deep Pan Pizza – Various Toppings

Homemade Outdoor Reared Pork and Leek Sausage Rolls

Hot Filled Bacon or Sausage Rolls

Stovies Pickled Beetroot and Oatcakes

Mini Pork Pie

Vegetable Pakoras

Coffee & Tea - £2.95 per person


ACCOMMODATION

All of our 55 bedrooms are en-suite, non-smoking.

Check in time is from 3.00pm | Check out time is 11.00am

An initial allocation of up to 10 classic bedrooms for the night of the wedding can be held on your behalf. Any bedrooms not booked will be released four weeks prior

to wedding date. Guests are able to call and book their own accommodation by calling our reservation team on 0344 879 9057.

£25 per person non-refundable deposit will be required at the time of the booking with full payment required no later than 48 hours prior to arrival.

Cancellation policy on bedroomsIf the reservation is cancelled within 48 hours full payment will be charged.

How to book your weddingOnce you have made your decision on the date the next step is to book the registrars,

church or celebrant. We will send you a contract outlining the basic details for your wedding and terms and conditions. We require a singed copy of the contract along with

a non- refundable deposit.

*If you are looking to get married at the hotel a ceremony fee of £150.00 will apply.

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WEDDINGS AT MACDONALD FOREST HILLS HOTEL & SPA · pictures will be the envy of all your guests. We will deliver you the wedding you've been dreaming about in a spectacular setting