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WA R M U P F O R C H R I S T M A S W I T H

M E R C U R E E X E T E R S O U T H G AT E H O T E L

Oh the weather outside is frightful but inside Mercure Exeter Southgate is so delightfulMercure Exeter Southgate boasts the perfect location for your year-end celebrations in the leafy Georgian area of Southernhay.

If you can tear yourself away from our cosy open fires there’s so much to explore: the city’s historic Roman walls are a short walk away, as are the picturesque Quay, the river Exe and the glorious Exeter Cathedral. We’re perfectly located for the fabulous Princesshay shopping centre too, while the breath-taking Dartmoor National Park, ideal for a bracing winter stroll, is only a short drive away.

A V E R Y WA R M W E LCO M E

NOVEMBER

Snow Ball Party NightsDaily from 23rd November

DECEMBER

Snow Ball Party NightsDaily until 23rd December

Festive Afternoon TeaThroughout December

Festive LunchesDaily until 23rd December

New Year’s Eve Snow BallMonday 31st December

JANUARY 2019

Snow Ball PartiesPost-Christmas dates available on request

CONTENTS

02 Welcome

03 Festive Diary

04 Snow Ball

07 Festive Offers

08 Festive Lunches

10 Festive Afternoon Tea

12 Festive Breaks

13 Itinerary

14 Christmas Eve

17 Christmas Day Lunch

19 Boxing Day Lunch

21 Winter Weddings

22 New Year’s Eve

CH RISTMA S E VENT DIARY

2018

CHRISTMAS GLITZ & GLAMOUR

Dreaming of a white Christmas? Then make that dream come true with Mercure. Get dressed up and get into the spirit of The Snow Ball. Celebrate in style with

an unforgettable evening of decadence, dining and dancing with a glass of sparkling wine for every guest on arrival. Think full-on glamour and festive glitz. Seasonal sparkle

and dramatic décor. With more than enough fizz and fun for everyone. Includes three-course meal, arrival drink, DJ and disco, and photo-booth.

PART Y DATES

Sunday to Wednesday in December £35 per person

Thursdays in December £37.50 per person

Fridays and Saturdays in December £43.50 per person

November and January Party Nights £29 per person

Private parties available on request – minimum numbers will apply. For all events a £15 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

E AT, DRI N K AN D BE M ERRY

TO START

Chicken, duck and red onion marmalade terrinePlum and apple chutney, toasted rustic bread

OR

Slow-roast red pepper and tomato soupBasil oil

OR

Whipped goat's cheese and pickled beetroot saladCandied walnuts, herb dressing

MAINS

Butter roast turkeyFestive stuffing, pork chipolata, gravy

OR

Fillet of sea bassWhite wine and chive sauce

OR

Roast butternut squash filled with field mushrooms and spinachTomato ragout

***All served with sea salt roast potatoes, honey roast carrots, parsnips and buttered sprouts

DESSERTS

Traditional Christmas puddingBrandy sauce

OR

Rich chocolate tartSalted caramel sauce, toffee and cinnamon popcorn

OR

Gingerbread cheesecakePoached pear, orange sauce

TO FINISH

Freshly brewed tea and coffee with mini mince pies

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available on request.

Happy hour: 6pm-7pmSeated for dinner: 7.30pm for the Seymour Suite and 8pm for the Gate House Restaurant

Bar until: 11.30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 11pm weekdaysDisco until: midnight Fridays and Saturdays, 11.30pm weekdays

Dress code: dress to impress

Dine in style at The Snow Ball.

ACCOUNT BAR

Avoid queuing by setting up an account bar for a hassle-free festive party.

COCKTAIL RECEPTION

Celebrate in style with a Snow Ball drinks reception.

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

Make a night of your celebrations and spend the night with us. Rooms start from £95 per room for single occupancy including breakfast.

MIDNIGHT MUNCHIES

Bacon ciabatta or egg ciabatta £5 each or £4 each if pre-booked before 1st December.

HAPPY HOUR

6pm to 7pm on all party nights: 20% off drinks.

JOIN A PART Y

An evening of entertainment and festive food to the stunning backdrop of our Snow Ball.

FESTIVE DRINKS PACK AGES

Drinks vouchers available for £5 per voucher. Each can be redeemed against a pint of house draught beer, a house bottled beer, a 125ml glass of house wine or a single house spirit and mixer.

Beer bucket £20: choose five bottles of house beer

Soft drink bucket £12: choose five bottled soft drinks

Jugs of mojito or strawberry daiquiri: £15 per jug

Jugs of non-alcoholic elderflower fizz: £5 per jug

ORGANISER OFFERS

Complimentary bedroom for the organiser (subject to availability) based on a minimum number of 30 guests.

CH RISTMA S OFFERS

Treat yourselves this Christmas with a fantastic range of offers on food, drinks, entertainment and accommodation.

Our delicious festive-themed menus are served in the Gate House Restaurant and the Seymour Suite throughout December. Expect a warm welcome, beautiful

surroundings and a meal to remember.

Bar opens: 11.30am Lunch served: from 12 noon until 2pm

Dress code: smart casual

THROUGHOUT DECEMBER£18 per person for two courses

£20 per person for three courses, under-5s eat FREE

SPECIAL LUNCH PROMOTION:Add a glass of wine with the meal or sparkling arrival drink for £4 per person.

Pre-booking is required: please call 01392 412812 option 2 to book direct with our sales team or email [email protected]

FESTIVE LUNCH ES WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS…

Gather your family, friends or colleagues round the table in the run-up to Christmas.

Private parties available on request – minimum numbers will apply. For all events a £10 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance

is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

FESTIVE LUNCH ES MENU…

TO START

Sweet potato and carrot soupBlack pepper, coriander olive oil

OR

Whipped goat's cheese and pickled beetroot saladCandied walnuts, herb dressing

MAINS

Butter roast turkeyFestive stuffing, pork chipolata, gravy

OR

Fillet of sea breamWhite wine and chive sauce

OR



DESSERTS

Traditional Christmas puddingBrandy sauce

OR

Baked vanilla cheesecakeChocolate orange sauce

TO FINISH

Freshly brewed tea and coffee with mini mince pies


*Excluding 24th to 26th December

SANDWICH SELECTIONSmoked salmon and dill crème fraîche

Cucumber and cream cheese Turkey and cranberry

Mature Cheddar and pickle

CAKE SELECTIONChocolate Yule log

Christmas fruit cake Mini mince pies Mini macarons Stollen bites

Warm scones, whipped cream and strawberry jam

Freshly brewed tea and coffee

Available throughout December – £17 per person

AF TERNOON TE A WITH CHRISTMAS GOODIES…

AF TERNOON TE A WITH A GLASS OF BUBBLY…

Includes a glass of prosecco

Available throughout December* – £25 per adult

AF TERNOON TE A WITH A GLASS OF GIN AND TONIC…

Includes a glass of gin and tonic

Available throughout December* – £25 per adult

With residential packages a £50 deposit per person is required at the time of booking. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

CH RISTMA S BRE AKS

THREE-NIGHT STAY

Monday 24th to Thursday 27th December

£660 double occupancy in a twin or double. £405 per person in a single room.

Upgrade to a Privilege room for £20 per room per night.

£160 per child sharing a parents’ room, under-3s stay FREE

FESTIVE SEASON BED AND BREAKFAST

Monday 17th December to Sunday 30th December 2018

£100 double occupancy, £90 single occupancy, bed and breakfast.

Upgrade to a Privilege room for £20 per room per night.

For information on our child prices, please contact reservations direct.

Take it easy this Christmas with a relaxing Mercure break in beautiful surroundings.

CHRISTMAS EVE

Come in from the cold and start your festive break as you mean to go on with mulled wine and a mince pie on arrival in front of a roaring fire. In the evening join us for a festive three-course dinner served in our Gate House Restaurant. Celebrate Midnight Mass at a nearby church, followed by a

warming hot chocolate on your return.

CHRISTMAS DAY

If you can wait, join us for a hearty breakfast before opening your presents! A magnificent four-course festive lunch will be served where you can enjoy all the traditional

trimmings accompanied by acoustic carols performed by our pianist. Relax and unwind in the afternoon – spending quality time with your friends and family. Don’t forget to join us for

The Queen’s Speech or an afternoon of classic films and board games in the Lounge. A light buffet will be served

in the evening.

BOXING DAY

Enjoy a leisurely start to the day by joining us for breakfast, or have it served in your room! Set your own pace in the

morning: relax and unwind in the hotel or explore the local area's main attractions – our staff will be happy to provide

tips on things to do. Take advantage of the Boxing Day sales or why not stroll around the Quay before returning for a

sumptuous three-course dinner.

THURSDAY 27TH DECEMBER

Set yourself up for the journey home with a full English breakfast before departing at your leisure.

HOLI DAY IT I N ER ARY

CH RISTMA S E VE DI N N ER ’T WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS…

TO START

Ham hock and pea terrinePiccalilli, watercress and shallot salad, toasted rustic bread

OR


OR

Salad of Stilton, mulled wine poached pear and chicoryWalnut dressing

MAINS

Roast chicken breast Mustard mash, buttered green beans, white wine sauce

OR

Fillet of sea bassButter roast carrots, white wine and chive sauce

OR


DESSERTS

Baked vanilla cheesecake Chocolate orange sauce

OR

Winter berry Eton messCrushed meringue, berry coulis

OR

Mature Cheddar, Stilton and Cornish BrieChutney, celery, savoury biscuits

TO FINISH

Freshly brewed tea and coffee, chocolate mints


£32 per adult, £16 per child (4-12), under-3s eat FREE

Dinner served: from 6pm

For Christmas Eve a £15 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

Get in the mood with a glass of bubbly followed by a three-course dinner, served in the beautiful surroundings

of the Gate House Restaurant.

CH RISTMA S LUNCHWITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS…

TO START

Hot smoked salmonPotato and chive salad, dill oil

OR

Cured duck and fig terrinePickled red onion salad, Dijon mustard cream

OR

Parsnip, chestnut and mushroom soupSage cream, sourdough croutons

OR

Grilled goat’s cheese Red wine pears, rocket salad, honey mustard dressing

MAINS

Butter roast turkeySea salt roast potatoes, maple roast vegetables, festive stuffing, pork chipolata, gravy

OR

Roast fillet of salmonKing prawn mash, buttered spinach, lobster bisque sauce

OR

Jerusalem artichoke, baby spinach and walnut tartCrispy kale, olive oil, Parmesan crisp

OR

Roast sirloin of beefDuck fat roast potatoes, maple roast vegetables, port wine reduction

DESSERTS

Traditional Christmas pudding Brandy sauce

OR

Dark chocolate and salted caramel délicePassion fruit sorbet

OR

Glazed lemon tartClotted cream ice cream, raspberry reduction

FOLLOWED BY

Cheeses from the British Isles and beyondChutney, savoury biscuits

TO FINISH

Tea, coffee and mini mince pies


With Christmas Day lunch a £15 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

£75 per adult, £40 per child (4-12), under-3s eat FREE Lunch served: from 12 noon to 2pm Dress code: smart

Join us for a wonderful four-course feast, with all of the scrumptious trimmings you could ask for.

The Gate House Restaurant and Seymour Suite will be decked out for the big day, with live entertainment. Glass of bubbles on arrival and our pianist to welcome you

to your lunch.

CH RISTMA S E VEN I NGBUFFE T…

TO START

Homemade cream of leek and potato soup

***Selection of pâté and terrines with accompanying chutneys

***Selection of cured and smoked seafood

***Bread basket selection: white, wholemeal and granary

MAINS

Honey roasted Devon gammonApple rings

***Braised beef Stroganoff Wild rice

***Deep-fried smoked haddock fishcakeTartare sauce

***Selection of sliced Continental meats and sausages

***Cold poached salmonLemon mayonnaise

***Selection of traditional English and continental saladsSalad dressings, sauces

DESSERTS

Selection of cheesecakes

OR

Black Forest gâteau

OR

Fresh fruit saladDevon double cream

FOLLOWED BY


TO FINISH

Tea, coffee and mini mince pies


A deposit of £15 per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

£32 per adult, £16 per child (4-12), under-3s eat FREE Bar open: 24 hours Dinner served: from 6pm Dress code: smart casual

Enjoy our fabulously festive buffet dinner served in our Gate House Restaurant.

IT ' S BOXI NG DAY DI N N ER

TO START

Smoked mackerelHorseradish crème fraîche, watercress salad

OR

Chicken, duck and red onion marmalade terrinePlum and apple chutney, toasted rustic bread

OR


OR

Whipped goat’s cheese and pickled beetroot saladCandied walnuts, herb dressing

MAINS

Roast loin of porkSage and onion stuffing, crackling, apple fondant, cider jus

OR

Fillet of sea breamWhite wine and chive sauce

OR


OR

Roast sirloin of beefYorkshire pudding, creamed horseradish, red wine jus


DESSERTS

Pear and walnut crumble Vanilla pod custard

OR

Baileys cream filled profiterolesChocolate sauce

OR

Selection of ice creams and sorbets

AND

Mature Cheddar, Stilton and Cornish BrieChutney, celery, savoury biscuits

TO FINISH

Tea, coffee and chocolate mints


The fun, feasting and festivities continue into the following day, with a delicious three-course meal served in the Gate House Restaurant from 6pm.

With Boxing Day dinner a £15 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

£32 per adult, £16 per child (4-12), under-3s eat FREE

DRE AM I NG OF A WH ITE WEDDI NG …

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, for the most wonderful day of your life.

WITH DATES AVAILABLE FROM NOVEMBER 2018 TO MARCH 2019

For a celebration of 50 guests, we will look after every detail from wedding breakfast to evening reception.

• Master of Ceremonies

• Red or cream carpet on arrival

• Room hire for the ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception

• Your chosen set wedding breakfast menu

• A reception drink of sparkling wine or non-alcoholic fruit punch

• A glass of sparkling wine for the toast

• Evening buffet included for your day guests

• White table linen and napkins

• Crystal centrepieces

• Chair covers with gold or silver sashes

• Resident DJ for evening reception

• Complimentary overnight stay with breakfast the night of the wedding for the happy couple

WINTER WEDDINGS

from £2,950

Please contact our dedicated wedding planner on 01392 412812 or email [email protected]

Winter weddings from £2,950. Package based on 50 guests in the daytime and 50 in the evening. Additional day and evening guests: £55 per person. Additional evening-only guests: £15 per person. £1,000 deposit required at time of booking plus a signed booking contract, with 50% payment due 6 months prior and final payment due 4 weeks prior.

You will be welcomed into our lobby with a glass of prosecco where you can start your evening in style by listening to

live music and posing for a snap in our photo booth.

You’ll then move through to enjoy a delicious five-course gala dinner and then dance the night away with our resident DJ until 2am!

Bar opens: 6pm Dinner served from: 8pm to 8.30pm

Celebrations finish: 2amDress code: smart

£65 per adult

N E W YE AR’S E VES N O W B A L L

ONE-NIGHT PACK AGE ARRIVING 31ST DECEMBER

£260 per room sharing a double or twin room (price is per room).

£165 per sole-occupancy room.

Upgrades: £20 per room in a privilege room per night.

With residential packages a £50 deposit per person is required at the time of booking. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

N E W YE AR’S E VEBRE AK PACK AGES

Make a proper night of it with our residential package – including accommodation in a classic room, dinner, entertainment and a hearty brunch on New Year’s Day.

With New Year’s Eve a £15 deposit per person is required at the time of booking, plus a signed booking contract. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable – full balance is due by 31st October 2018. Terms and conditions apply.

N E W YE AR’S E VE S N O W B A L L

TO START

Gravadlax salmonSaffron prawns, dill crème fraîche, pickled cucumber

FOLLOWED BY

Wild mushroom and pearl barley brothTruffle oil

MAINS

Roast fillet of beefPancetta-wrapped fondant potato, glazed Chantenay carrots, Scotch whisky sauce

OR

Roast beet and squash WellingtonBraised celeriac and thyme, shallot and red wine sauce

DESSERT

Textures of chocolate Chocolate délice, white chocolate mousse, milk chocolate ice cream

FOLLOWED BY


TO FINISH

Coffee and petits fours


For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on: 01392 412812

[email protected]

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