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Welcome to
I am delighted to share with you our first chapter of exciting events for 2015. We have an array of events planned
for the coming months; from culinary and craft classes, musical delights, dining experiences and of course the
return of firm favourites; there is something for everyone.
With Christmas now fading into the distance, it is time to get excited about all that 2015 has to offer, including some great
events at The Kennels. For the keen sporting enthusiasts, share in the passion of Six Nations Rugby or for the ladies,
why not learn to play golf if you’ve never taken the plunge.
Don’t forget, The Kennels is your home from home so we hope to see you between events enjoying a bite to eat in the
restaurant, sipping a drink next to the roaring fire or catching the first spring rays of sunshine on the terrace.
We look forward to seeing you at your clubhouse soon.
The Kennels’Calendar of Events
Colin GrayGeneral Manager
Fe b r u a ry
Knife Skills & ButcheryThe Kennels’ Cookery School
M o n d ay 2 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 10 .30 a M – 2 .30 p M
A crash course in butchery and knife skills from our very own
in-house head butcher and The Kennels head chef. Dispel the
smoke and mirrors that surround knife purchasing and gain
in-depth knowledge on knife anatomy, usage and storage. Safely
learn all the cuts from a professional, sure to enhance your home
cooking skills and ideal for dinner parties. Combined with a trip
to Home Farm for a show round with our in house butcher.
£85 per person – includes tea/coffee on arrival and lunchwith a glass of wine – maximum 8 people.
The Kennels’ Quiz NightT u e s d ay 3 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 7 p M
Our fabulous quiz master, Samantha Knott, continues her
monthly endeavour to outwit Members with her challenging yet
hugely enjoyable quiz. Put your general knowledge to the test
by entering your team of up to six.
£25 per person. Includes two-course meal. Teams of up to six.
Six Nations RugbyF r i d ay 6 F e b r u a ry 7 .30 p M – 10 p M
s aT u r d ay 14 F e b r u a ry 2 p M – 5 p M
Considered to be the world’s greatest rugby tournament, share
in the passion and excitement at your clubhouse. Get stuck into
the game with our extensive bar menu featuring the epic
Kennels’ cheeseburger and other club favourites.
Admission complimentary.
Bubsie & The Beat BrothersThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 13 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 7 .30 p M
An evening of classic rock, pop and blues alongside modern hits
with a retro spin awaits. Bubsie and The Beat Brothers are
a top quality live music act who are sure to get your toes
tapping with their musical arrangements.
Admission complimentary.
Valentine’s Love Brunchs aT u r d ay 14 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 12 n o o n
Show your love and appreciation and share this very special
day with the whole family, with a specially designed
three-course Valentine’s Brunch.
£40 per person includes glass of Champagne on arrival and a three-course brunch. Children will be able to
order from the Puppies menu on the day.
St. Valentine’s Day A Most Special Evening
s aT u r d ay 14 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 7 p M
Enjoy a delicious four-course meal with a glass of Champagne
on arrival and a bottle of red & white wine in the privacy of
The Kennels’ Library with your very own butler. The perfect
setting for you and your Valentine.
£500 exclusive use of The Kennels’ Library, four-course meal with Champagne & wine and personal butler.
Pancake DayT u e s d ay 17 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 3 .30 p M
Come and join in the fun on Pancake Day.
Our Chefs will be flipping lots of pancakes for your little
ones to top to their hearts’ content.
£10 per child. 3.30pm – 4pm / 4.15pm – 4.45pm / 5pm – 5.30pm
Maximum of 15 children per session.
Westhampnett at War TalkF r i d ay 20 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 6 p M
Join Mark Hillier and learn about the beginnings and history
of RAF Westhampnett. RAF Westhampnett played a major role
as a front line station during the Battle of Britain right through
to providing air support for the D-Day landings in 1944. His
research into the airfield history began with a focus on the
stories of the pilots and groundcrew.
£20 per person. Includes a glass of wine on arrival.
Clay Pigeon Shoots aT u r d ay 21 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 9 .30 a M
Meet at The Kennels for tea/coffee and a pastry before
transferring to the shooting range. Incorporating the great
outdoors with skill and determination, your clay pigeon shoot
is a thrilling experience demanding calm concentration, a keen
eye and quick reaction. After the shoot, return for lunch
in the warmth of The Kennels.
£90 per person. Includes tea/coffee, pastry and transfer to and fromthe shooting range. Two-course lunch upon return.
Eating with The SeasonsT h u r s d ay 26 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 11 .30 a M
Winter should be a time of conserving our energy reserves and
an important part of restoring balance this season is to nourish
and comfort body and soul by favouring warm foods or foods
that have a ‘warming’ energy over salads or raw juices.
£25 per person for individual event or £80 for all four events (February, March, May & June). Includes talk followed
by a one-course light lunch.
The Heartshaped ButtonsThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 27 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Chichester’s premier easy listening band with
influences from pop, rock, folk and soul. Prepare
yourselves for a laid back night of acoustic kitsch.
Admission complimentary.
Tasting EveningF r i d ay 27 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 6 .30 p M
Exclusive access to all the creative powers of The Kennels’
kitchen brigade. A multi-course tasting menu will be crafted with
a carefully paired wine flight showcasing the best of Goodwood
produce. A chance for the chefs to go off-piste and off the wall
to impress only the most discerning and insatiable gastronomes.
Come and delight in an evening of creativity and fabulous
flavours in our private room.
£85 per person. Includes a tasting menu and drinks paired with each course. Limited to ten people. Not suitable for dietary specifics.
Home Farm Visits aT u r d ay 28 F e b r u a ry
F r o M 10 .30 a M
Meet at The Kennels before heading over, by tractor, to
Goodwood’s own organic Home Farm and enjoy a tour with
our Farm General Manager, Tim Hassell. Go behind the
scenes, including seeing our lambs before heading back to
The Kennels, on foot, for a warming meal.
£30.00 per person. Includes a two-course meal.
Ma r c h
Six Nations Rugby s u n d ay 1 M a r c h 2 .30 p M – 5 .30 p M
s aT u r d ay 14 M a r c h 4 .30 p M – 7 .30 p M
s aT u r d ay 21 M a r c h 4 .30 p M – 7 .30 p M
Fish & SeafoodThe Kennels’ Cookery School
M o n d ay 2 M a r c h
F r o M 10 .30 a M – 2 .30 p M
Perfect your home fish cooking techniques and preparations
under the guidance of our chefs. Learn how to gut, scale and
fillet a variety of species, and marvel at the simple and gentle
approach to cooking marine delicacies.
£85 per person. Includes tea/coffee on arrival and lunchwith a glass of wine – maximum 8 people.
Considered to be the world’s greatest rugby tournament, share
in the passion and excitement at your clubhouse. Get stuck into
the game with our extensive bar menu featuring the epic
Kennels’ cheeseburger and other club favourites.
Admission complimentary.
Learn to Play Golfb e g i n n i n g T h u r s d ay 5 M a r c h
F o r F o u r w e e k s
F r o M 1 .30 p M – 3 .30 p M
A relaxed and informal approach to learning golf aimed to
those new to the game. Beginning with a one-course light
lunch, followed by an hour’s tuition from one of our
PGA Professionals.
£80 per person for a course of four lessons. Includes a one-course lunch with tea or coffee.
The Kennels’ Quiz NightT u e s d ay 3 M a r c h
F r o M 7 p M
Our fabulous quiz master, Samantha Knott, continues her
monthly endeavour to outwit Members with her challenging yet
hugely enjoyable quiz. Put your general knowledge to the test
by entering your team of up to six.
£25 per person. Includes two-course meal. Teams of up to six.
Ian & Steve from The Fabulous Tomato Brothers
The Kennels’ Music NightF r i d ay 6 M a r c h
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Duo Ian and Steve are back to serve up a slick slice of
well-known tunes in their original style. A memorable evening
of acoustic music delivered with passion and humour.
Admission complimentary.
Hunting Slide Show & TalkThe Kennels’ Hunting Weekend
F r i d ay 6 M a r c h
F r o M 6 .30 p M
Join Joe & Sue Bird as they take you through their collection of
images from both the current and previous seasons. Showcasing
the horses, hounds, hunt staff and followers enjoying the sport
as we know it, there will be jumping shots, hounds at work and
play, foot followers and of course the mounted field.
£20 per person. Includes a glass of wine on arrival.
Tea Tasting Lunch with Prince & Sons Tea Company
s aT u r d ay 7 M a r c h F r o M 12 n o o n
After 10 years part ownership of a tea import business
Simon and Kate Prince decided the time was right to launch
their own range of blends. Founded in early 2014 and based
in Sussex, Prince & Sons offers a range of 12 distinctive teas,
hand blended in the UK. Spend an afternoon tasting teas
and trying tea related recipes.
£45 per person. Includes three-course lunch accompanied with speciality teas.
The Vintage Tack Room Pop Up Shop
The Kennels’ Hunting WeekendF r i d ay 6 M a r c h – F r o M 5 p M – 10 p M
s aT u r d ay 7 M a r c h – F r o M 9 a M – 5 p M
Peruse the array of vintage hunting crops, hacking jackets,
authentic riding boots and much more. The ideal opportunity to
find quality clothing and accessories for country pursuits.
Admission complimentary.
Spring Flowers Flower Arranging
T u e s d ay 10 M a r c h F r o M 10 .30 a M – 1 p M
Learn how to make a beautiful spring hand-tied bouquet
just in time for Mother’s Day, under the guidance of expert
tutor, Katherine Stayt, before enjoying the chance to discuss
the arrangements over a delightful two-course lunch.
£65 per person. Includes a two-course lunch and a glass of wine. Price includes all materials used. Suitable for all abilities.
Wine Tasting Evening with Moët Hennessy
w e d n e s d ay 11 M a r c h F r o M 7 p M
Join our experts from Moët Hennessy as they take you on
a journey through New Zealand’s Cloudy Bay vineyard.
The Cloudy Bay winery was established in 1985 by David
Hohnen, the founder of Margaret River Winery Cape
Mentelle, and is today part of Estates & Wines,
The Moët Hennessy Wine Division.
£69 per person. Includes three-course dinner with wines.
A talk by Marc Newtonfrom Rigby Gunsmiths
F r i d ay 13 M a r c h
F r o M 6 .30 p M – 8 p M
Established c. 1775, John Rigby & Co. (Gunmakers) Ltd is
the third-oldest gunmaking company in the world. Managing
Director Marc Newton will discuss the history of the iconic
brand, talk through the historic ledgers and famous Rigby
owners, demonstrate how to fit a dangerous game rifle plus
a demonstration by one of the Rigby gunmakers.
£20 per person. Includes a glass of wine upon arrival.
Mothering Sundays u n d ay 15 M a r c h
F r o M 11 .30 a M – 4 p M
Celebrate in style with the whole family, enjoying a
fabulous mouth watering Mother’s Day meal in the
beautiful Kennels’ restaurant.
£35 per person. Includes three-course lunch. Children under 12 years of age can choose from their own menu on the day.
Frankie & LouieThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 20 M a r c h
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Frankie and Louie are an enigmatic and energetic young Rock
and Pop cover band hailing from Chichester. With an eclectic
mix of well known classic covers from the 1960s to present,
they’ve been wowing audiences together for the last 10 years.
With upbeat sing along tunes, lovable faces and tight,
tight jeans they’re sure to get you up and dancing.
Admission complimentary.
Eating with The SeasonsT h u r s d ay 19 M a r c h
F r o M 11 .30 a M
The Spring is the time of year when nature begins to burst with
energy and new growth after the Winter and we can naturally
move towards lighter foods and methods of cooking including
steaming and stir frying. Learn about the superfoods of the
season and other tips to help put a spring in your step.
£25 per person for individual event or £80 for all four events (February, March, May & June). Includes talk
followed by a one-course light lunch.
73rd Goodwood Members’ Meetings aT u r d ay 21 M a r c h – s u n d ay 22 M a r c h
The 73rd Goodwood Members’ Meeting is back after the success of last year, based at the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit, taking place on the 21 – 22
March 2015. It is a weekend of racing action and entertainment, held for the Members of the Goodwood Road Racing Club and their guests. As well as being
a weekend of close-fought action on the track, the Members’ Meeting will celebrate Britishness in Goodwood’s own, unique and inimitable style.
The event is a continuation of the 71 club meetings held at Goodwood during the 1950s and 1960s for the members of the BARC.
With the flair and innovation that typifies Goodwood motor sport events, this will be a memorable weekend of shared
passions and enthusiasm. It will feel unlike any other event, with its own distinctive and intimate atmosphere.
Weekend tickets, including the Saturday evening festivities, cost £130 per person. 100 tickets have been reserved for Goodwood Members, who can purchase up to 2 tickets on a first come first serve basis. For further information or to book tickets call the Ticket Office on 01243 755 055.
Whisky Tasting DinnerF r i d ay 27 M a r c h
F r o M 7 p M
Henry MacAskill would like to invite you to join him for a
unique whisky dining evening. This is a light hearted evening
enabling you to learn more about whisky whilst enjoying great
food. Henry is passionate about whisky, and has been an avid
collector for 20 years. His home town is Oban, one of the
six classic malts. Our Head Chef has specially designed a
four-course menu that will match each dish with a whisky
chosen for its complementary flavour and aroma.
£69 per person. Includes a four-course meal.
Clay Pigeon Shoots aT u r d ay 28 M a r c h
F r o M 9 .30 a M
Meet at The Kennels for tea/coffee and a pastry before
transferring to the shooting range. Incorporating the great
outdoors with skill and determination, your clay pigeon shoot
is a thrilling experience demanding calm concentration, a keen
eye and quick reaction. After the shoot, return for lunch in
the warmth of The Kennels.
£90 per person. Includes tea/coffee, pastry. Transfer to and from the shooting range. Two-course lunch upon return.
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Learn to Play GolfLadies Only
b e g i n n i n g T h u r s d ay 2 a p r i l
F o r F o u r w e e k s
F r o M 1 .30 p M – 3 .30 p M
A relaxed and informal approach for ladies who are
new to the game or hoping to learn a new hobby.
£80 per person for a course of four lessons. Includes a one-course lunch with tea or coffee.
Easter Sundays u n d ay 5 a p r i l F r o M 12 n o o n
Come along and enjoy your Easter Bank Holiday Weekend at
The Kennels. Book in for a lovely lunch with friends and family,
after which there will be an egg hunt for the little ones.
£35 per adult. Includes a three-course meal.£15 per child. Includes a two-course meal.
Easter MondayM o n d ay 6 a p r i l
F r o M 12 n o o n
Enjoy your Easter Bank Holiday Weekend at The Kennels.
Book in for a lovely lunch with friends and family, after
which we will also be holding a ‘painted egg’ competition.
Bring along your home-painted Easter Egg and the
winner will receive a lovely prize.
£35 per adult. Includes a three-course meal.£15 per child. Includes a two-course meal.
Spring Sprint at the GRRCThe Kennels’ Photography Club
M o n d ay 6 a p r i l
F r o M 9 .30 a M
Meet up with your fellow photographers and have
fun trying to capture the pace of the day.
Racing starts at 9am.
Sylvia McEwanThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 10 a p r i l
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Sylvia has been in the music business for over 30 years and her
singing has taken her all over the world! Taking her musical
influences from iconic performers such as Barbara Streisand
and Celine Dion, her style covers everything from jazz
to more contemporary music.
Admission complimentary.
Wine Tasting Evening with Bibendum
w e d n e s d ay 15 a p r i l F r o M 7 p M
Join us for a fantastic evening of wines from one of our
outstanding Sicilian producers. Caruso & Minini have been
making wines on the island for generations and they are at the
forefront of Sicily’s current renaissance in wine making.
The wines will be paired with a selection of locally
inspired dishes, showcasing them at their best.
£69 per person. Includes three-course dinner with wines.
Georgian Chichester Walk & Talk
F r i d ay 17 a p r i l
F r o M 6 .30 p M
Step back in time to experience the sights and sounds of
18th Century fashionable society. This walking tour will
reveal how Medieval Chichester evolved into a City of
classical Georgian style.
£20 per person. Includes cocktail upon return to The Kennels.
Artful TeasingT h u r s d ay 16 a p r i l
F r o M 10 .30 a M – 12 .30 p M
Join us in creating a fragrance using natural essential oils.
Find out about essential oils, how they are made, how perfumers
use them to create fragrances and the pyramid of base, heart and
top notes. Experience a range of essential oils and learn how they
are used in home fragrance, toiletries and skin care.
£30 per person. Includes tea/coffee upon arrival.
Jewellery Workshopw e d n e s d ay 22 a p r i l
F r o M 10 a M – 3 .30 p M
Georgina Durrani from The Fussy Fox is back to take you
through a workshop enabling you to create a beaded vintage
style choker and matching earrings.
£45 per person. Includes a one-course lunch and a glass of wine. Maximum of 12 people.
St. George’s Day Dinner T h u r s d ay 23 a p r i l
F r o M 7 p M
Celebrate St. George’s Day at The Kennels over a
quintessentially British four-course dinner.
Enjoy your dinner with the lovely English wines and
Goodwood Lager that The Kennels has to offer.
£45 per person. Four-course menu.
Mike FryThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 24 a p r i l
F r o M 7 .30 p M
One of Southern England’s supreme musical legends,
Mike will be wowing audiences with acoustic guitar
and stomp box – expect blues country mayhem.
Admission complimentary.
Doggie Tea party s aT u r d ay 25 a p r i l
F r o M 3 .30 p M
Inviting all dog members to spend a lovely
afternoon, meeting your fellow four-legged friends
whilst your owners enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.
£20 per person including dog.
May
Super Car SundayBreakfast Club s u n d ay 3 M ay
F r o M 7 .30 a M – 9 a M
Share your passion with fellow motor-enthusiasts at the historic
Goodwood Motor Circuit over a fantastic display of Super Cars.
Start your day with a full English breakfast at The Kennels.
By reservation only.
A History of The Goodwood Estate
T h u r s d ay 7 M ay
F r o M 6 p M
Join Goodwood guide Hillary Sloan who will take you through
an historic evening of Goodwood’s ever growing Estate.
From Gentleman’s Box to 17,000 acres: A History of
the Goodwood Estate – hunting, farming, horse racing,
sailing, flying, motor racing.
£20 per person. Includes a glass of wine upon arrival.
Members’ Spring Ball F r i d ay 8 M ay
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Members and their guests are invited to the annual Members’
Spring Ball at Goodwood House. The evening commences with
a champagne reception. Guests will then enjoy a superb dinner
in the exquisite state apartments of Goodwood House and
dance the night away to a fabulous live band until 1am.
Dress code is black tie.
Booking forms are available from The Kennels reception or call 01243 755029 to make a reservation. Tickets are priced at £110 per
person. Includes a Champagne reception upon arrival and a three-course meal with wine.
SuperstringsThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 8 M ay
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Gypsy jazz, folk, bluegrass, Irish and swing trio featuring Dave
Soothill on guitar and vocals, Jon Wigg Fiddle on mandolin and
vocals, and Trevor Briton on double bass and vocals.
Admission complimentary.
Eating with The SeasonsT h u r s d ay 14 M ay
F r o M 11 .30 a M
One way to compensate for the hot Summer temperatures at
this time of year, is to ensure that our diet is of a cooler, lighter
nature. The flavour corresponding to this season is bitter, so fresh
salad greens such as endive and chicory are ideal as are asparagus
and herbs, including camomile or fresh mint tea. Hear about the
body systems that you can support at this time of the year.
£25 per person for individual event or £80 for all four events. Includes talk followed by a one-course light lunch.
Wine Tasting Evening with Four Walls Wine Co.
w e d n e s d ay 20 M ay F r o M 7 .30 p M
Come and join Chas Peterkin from Four Walls Wine Co. for
a journey through this warm and generous, classic region of
France. From the homeland of Viognier to the grand Grenache
wines of the South, to the regal Syrahs of the North. Learn
how the multitude of grapes and climates give these wines their
legendary complexity. Gourmand wines matched with gourmand
local food. An evening for the hedonist!
£69 per person. Includes a three-course dinner with wines.
Becka PimentaThe Kennels’ Music Night
F r i d ay 22 M ay
F r o M 7 .30 p M
Becka Pimenta returns with her collection of beautiful songs,
perfectly performed. This musical act is definitely one to
watch for the future and is sure to stay with you.
Admission complimentary.
DJ Night May Festival
s aT u r d ay 23 M ay
F r o M 9 p M
End the May Festival Racing at your clubhouse, relax and chill
out whilst listening to our DJ to wind down the evening.
£20 per head with arrival drink. By reservation only or ticket holders only.
The Kennels’ Annual Dog Show
with Four Walls Wines M o n d ay 25 M ay
F r o M 2 p M – 4 p M
Join us for our third Annual Dog Show where your dogs
will be the focus of the day. Enter you four legged friends
in categories such as best behaved, waggiest tail,
best trick and most like owners.
Late registration from 11am. £10 per dog. £1.50 per class.
Opera Dinner F r i d ay 29 M ay
F r o M 7 p M
Susan Legg and Ann Martin-Davis are a celebrated mezzo-soprano and piano duo who have received international acclaim for their attractive
programming and innovative projects. They were both prizewinners at the Royal College of Music and have performed in all the major UK
venues around the globe. They recently toured Mexico and played to packed audiences at Henley and Petworth Festivals.
Susan has performed at Glyndebourne, Wexford and Bayreuth Opera Houses and tonight’s glamorous opera gala showcases
well-loved opera arias from Carmen and Samson and Delilah. Prepare to meet some feisty heroines!
£75 per person. Includes drink on arrival and three-course dinner.
Ann Martin-Davis
Artful Teasing
Becka Pimenta
Bibendum Wines
Bubsie & The Beat Brothers
Canine Partners
Chilive
Christopher Archambault
Four Walls Wines
Frankie & Louis
Georgina Durrani
Henry MacAskill
Hillary Sloan
Ivol Bailey
Jennifer Harper-Deacon
Joe & Sue Bird
Katherine Stayt
Kathryn Gard
Kristen Gjetnes
Mark Gibb
Mark Hillier
Marc Newton
Mike Fry
Moet Hennessey
Pete Lambrou
Prince & Sons Tea Company
Rigby Gunsmiths
Superstrings
Susan Legg
Sylvia McEwan
The Fabulous Tomato Brothers
The Heartshaped Buttons
Tim Hassell
Vintage Tack Shop
A special thank you to our Kennels’ friends
The Kennels, Kennel Hill, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0PN
Telephone: 01243 755132 E mail: [email protected]
www.goodwood.com