http://www.eastclose.com/rss/whats-on/ Eastclose Country Hotel What's On en http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/104/conqueror-sunday-lunch/ <h3><strong>Enjoy three courses for £17 and children eat FREE!</strong></h3> <h3>SAMPLE MENU</h3> <h3><strong>STARTERS</strong></h3> <p>Roasted Tomato Soup, Basil Oil</p> <p>Chicken Liver Parfait, Red Onion Jam, Toast</p> <p>Home Cured Salmon Gravalax, Cray Fish Salad</p> <p>Cornish Mussels, White Wine, Garlic, Cream, Parsley</p> <p>Poached Pear, Blue Cheese, Chicory and Walnut Salad</p> <p>***</p> <h3><strong>ROASTS</strong></h3> <p>Roast Rib of Beef</p> <p>Boneless Leg of Lamb</p> <p>Loin of New Forest Pork with Crackling</p> <p>Corn Fed Chicken Breast</p> <p>Served with Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Yorkshire Pudding</p> <p>Roasted Vegetable Taggine, Apricot and Almond Cous Cous, Mint and Cumin Yoghurt</p> <p>Fillet of Pollock, Creamed Leeks, Butter Beans and Smoked Salmon Veloute</p> <p>***</p> <h3><strong>DESSERTS</strong></h3> <p>Mango Pannacotta, Coconut Ice Cream</p> <p>Baked Vanilla Cheesecake, Candid Kumquats</p> <p>Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce, Clotted Cream Ice Cream</p> <p>Chocolate Brownie, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream</p> <p>Selection of British Cheeses with Biscuits</p> <p>Selection of New Forest Ice Creams</p> <p>***</p> <h3><strong>1 course £9.50 2 courses £12.50 3 courses £17.00</strong></h3> <p> An optional service charge of 10% will be added to your bill which will be distributed<br />amongst all the staff.</p> <p>Dishes may vary. All of our produce is sourced locally, where possible. Some dishes may contain nuts, seeds, dairy or wheat.</p> <h5>* Children eat free when accompanied by an adult dining from Sunday lunch menu, one child per adult</h5> <h5>Note: Conqueror Club members discounts still apply.</h5> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/106/fish-on-fridays/ <h3><strong>Fish on Fridays - from £11.50</strong></h3> <p>Freshly-caught fish that's displayed on our very own wet bar where you can select your personal favourite and have it cooked the way you like it.</p> <p>Live Music every Friday.</p> <h3>Catch of the Day</h3> <p>Fish choices and prices are dependent on catch of the day.</p> <p>Sample Menu</p> <p>Sea Bass <strong>13.50</strong></p> <p>Lemon Sole <strong>22.00</strong></p> <p>Trout (Fordingbridge) <strong>11.50</strong></p> <p>All Fish is Served Whole on the Bone and Served with New Potatoes or French Fries, Greens or Rocket Salad and a Choice of Lemon and Caper Butter, Hollandaise or Chilli Butter.</p> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/129/christchurch-food-fest/ <h2><strong>Christchurch (UK) Food and Wine Festival</strong></h2> <p>The Eastclose Country House Hotel and Conqueror are delighted to be supporting the Christchurch Food and Wine Festival this year by partnering with our neighbour Dream Design.</p> <p>Here are a couple of events you may like to take part in:</p> <h3><strong>Cupcake &amp; Cocktail Master Class</strong></h3> <p>Date: Friday 11th May 2012 - Starting at: 1900</p> <p>Location: The Dream Design Studio, Hinton, Christchurch BH23 7DU</p> <p>Let your imagination run wild as the skilled cupcake decorator demonstrates fabulous techniques for you to take away and impress your family &amp; friends.</p> <p>Also learn how to make some of the classic cocktails which are popular today and some with a unique twist, all shaken or stirred by The Conqueror Cocktail Team.</p> <p>Ticket only event, free of charge. Adults only. Subject to availability.</p> <p>Contact Event Organiser Vicky Rizza on: vickyrizza@hotmail.com or call 07792362403</p> <h3><strong>Festival Treasure Hunt</strong></h3> <p>Date: Sunday 20th May 2012 - Starting at: 1100 Until: 1400</p> <p>Location: The Dream Design Studio, Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, Christchurch BH23 7DU</p> <p>Dream Design and Eastclose Country House Hotel are offering something unique and exciting for Festival this year. A themed Treasure Hunt! It is your mission to follow the clues and complete the challenges! A fantastic prize will be awarded to the winning team.</p> <p>Treasure Hunt details: Start at Dream Design at 11.00am and finish at 2pm at a mystery location.</p> <p>Advance purchased ticket-only event to include luxury lunch hamper provided by the Conqueror at Eastclose Country House Hotel.</p> <p>Cost: Adults £8; under 12's - £3.</p> <p>To book your ticket and luxury hamper contact: conqueror@eastclose.com or call us on 01425 672404&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/134/jubilee-bank-holiday/ <h2><strong>Welcome Summer....Enjoy the great outdoors</strong></h2> <h2><strong>Bank Holiday BBQ, British Menu, Cream Teas, Simply delicious...</strong></h2> <p>The Jubilee Bank Holiday provides the perfect welcome to summer and we always like to celebrate!</p> <h3><strong>Bank Holiday Monday 4th June</strong></h3> <p>Our indulgent BBQ lunch will tantalise your taste buds with specialities from the grill served with a choice of salads. Live music on the terrace and scrumptious cocktails from the bar.&nbsp;</p> <h4><strong>From £10.50 per adult, kids eat free.*</strong></h4> <h3><strong>Jubilee Bank Holiday Tuesday 5th June</strong></h3> <p>Celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee with a traditional English lunch served in the Garden Room followed by Cream Teas and games on the lawn at the Eastclose Country House Hotel.</p> <h3>British Lunch</h3> <p>Lunch menu available from 12-2.30pm, enjoy some of our famous British dishes such as our Conqueror Cocktail, Trio of Conqueror Sausage and Mash, The World Renowned Conqueror Pie and New Forest Rib Eye.</p> <h4><strong>Starters from £4.95 and mains from £9.95, kids eat free.*</strong></h4> <h5>(Reserve your table now to avoid disappointment as limited spaces).</h5> <h3>Cream Teas</h3> <p>Join us for delicious Cream Teas and a game of Croquet on the lawn from 3-6pm, rain or shine the celebrations will go on.</p> <h4><strong>From £6.50</strong></h4> <h5>*(Kids eat free when accompanied by an adult ordering from the BBQ Menu. One<br />child per adult).</h5> <h5>Note: Promotional offers and Conqueror Club members discounts do not apply on bank holidays.</h5> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/95/fathers-day/ <p>Dad's the word on 17th June, and we've made it easy for you to show him a great day out by gathering everything he loves in one place.</p> <p>Treat him to our Conqueror traditional Sunday roast with all the trimmings, a whole cellar full of speciality ales, plus delicious desserts and a connoisseur's choice of cheeses (if there's any room left!).</p> <p>It's a brilliant way to give Dad the day out he deserves.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h4>1 course - £9.50<br />2 courses - £12.50<br />3 courses - £17.00</h4> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Don't forget the kids!</h3> <p>We want everyone to enjoy a visit to the Conqueror. That's why we welcome families with children, and provide a children's play area and wonderful lawn with outdoor games.</p> <h5>* Children eat free when accompanied by an adult dining from Sunday lunch menu, one child per adult</h5> <h5>Note: Conqueror Club members discounts still apply.</h5> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/133/wedding-fashion-show/ <h2>Join us at the Eastclose for an exclusive evening of vintage style fashion, cocktails and more in an inspirational setting.</h2> <p>Vintage-style gowns are becoming more and more popular. We can reveal how you can make a wedding or special occasion one that truly takes its inspiration from the past.</p> <p>Designer Frances Farmer of Calm Amongst the Chaos will be showcasing her stunning range of wedding gowns and occasion wear on the Catwalk in our sumptuous Garden Room.</p> <p>Also on hand will be a selection of hand-picked suppliers offering vintage style wedding supplies.</p> <p>For more information on Calm Amongst the Chaos <a rel="external" title="click here." href="http://www.calmamongstthechaos.co.uk/">click here.</a></p> <p>Also partnering the event will be our local based children's hospice charity Julia's House. Eastclose is proud to support the charity and will be offering you the opportunity to enter into a prize draw, a luxury stay for 2 in our East Suite for 1 night including breakfast.</p> <p>For more information on Julia's House <a rel="external" title="click here" href="http://www.juliashouse.org/">click here</a>.</p> <h3>Ticket Information:</h3> <p>Thursday 12th July 2012 7pm to 10.30pm</p> <p>Tickets £10 per person. Advance booking required as limited tickets.</p> <p>7pm Glass of Fizz &amp; Canapés reception on arrival.</p> <p>7.30pm Vintage Fashion Show&nbsp; - consists of two 45min sessions.</p> <p>A selection of hand-picked suppliers.</p> <p>Free Parking.</p> <p>Discounted Room Rates available - refer to our Spring/Summer offers on our Stay page.</p> <h3>Tickets go on sale on 21st May 2012. Reserve your ticket now by contacting us on 01425 672 404 or email info@eastclose.com</h3> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/131/christmas-party-nights/ <h3>Enjoy Christmas Celebrations in the perfect seasonal setting...</h3> <p> Why not let the Eastclose Country House Hotel help you make the celebrations even more of a pleasure with great food and drink, plus lashings of Christmas spirit in the perfect setting?</p> <p>Our group Christmas Party nights offer a fun, relaxed atmosphere combined with fantastic food and great entertainment. We also specialise in exclusive party nights that can be tailored to your requirements to create the perfect bespoke and end of year celebration.</p> <h3>Christmas Party Nights to Remember</h3> <h4>Festive Dining on Thursday 20th December, £18 per person</h4> <p>Join us in our beautifully decorated Garden Room at the Eastclose Country House Hotel, for a scrumptious three course meal amongst family, friends and colleagues with relaxing music in a warm and friendly atmosphere.</p> <h5>Please download the following sample menu for our group or exclusive party nights.<br />Note: Capacity of 76 people per night in groups of 6-8 per table.</h5> <p><a rel="external" class="page_download pdf" title="Thursdays Festive Dining Menu £18 Per Person" href="http://www.eastclose.com/media/downloads/inline/thursdays-festive-dining-menu-18-per-person.1337199161.pdf">Thursdays Festive Dining Menu £18 Per Person</a></p> <h4>Friday and Saturday Party Nights, £25 per person</h4> <p>Whether you wish to celebrate with a group of friends, family or colleagues, join us for our fabulous group party nights. Enjoy a stunning three course meal followed by dancing the night away with fantastic music played by our DJ in the Cocktail bar. With great company, food and music, we guarantee your night will be one to remember.</p> <h5>Please download the following sample menu for our group or exclusive party nights.<br />Note: Capacity of 76 people per night in groups of 6-8 per table</h5> <p><a rel="external" class="page_download pdf" title="Friday and Saturday Party Night Menu £25 per person" href="http://www.eastclose.com/media/downloads/inline/friday-and-saturday-party-night-menu-25-per-person.1337182663.pdf">Friday and Saturday Party Night Menu £25 per person</a></p> <p></span></p> <h4>Bespoke Exclusive Party Celebrations</h4> <p>Let us help you create your personalised bespoke event. Our specialist events team can arrange everything from the finest champagne and canapes, delicious chocolate fountain, authentic tribute acts and will endeavor to deliver your requirements, whatever they may be.</p> <p>Our exclusive packages allow you to plan your event with total flexibility around all themes, menus, entertainment and a choice of many special touches to make your bespoke event a night to remember.</p> <h3>Book early to avoid disappointment</h3> <h3>Contact our Events Team to discuss your requirements or to arrange a visit.</h3> <p><strong>Email <a title="events@eastclose.com" href="mailto:events@eastclose.com">events@eastclose.com</a> or call us on <span class="skype_pnh_print_container">01425 672404<span class="skype_pnh_container">. </strong></p> <p></span></p> <p><span class="skype_pnh_print_container"><span class="skype_pnh_container"><span class="skype_pnh_common_inactive_highlighting"><span class="skype_pnh_left_span"><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_span"><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_flag_span"><span class="skype_pnh_textarea_span"><span class="skype_pnh_text_span"><span class="skype_pnh_right_span"> http://www.eastclose.com/11/whats-on/135/christmas-festivities/ <h3>Enjoy Christmas Celebrations in the perfect seasonal setting...</h3> <p>Christmas is a time for relaxation, indulgence and celebrations so let the Conqueror and Eastclose assist you in making the Christmas season truly exceptional.</p> <p>Our beautiful surroundings, attention to detail and focus on food, fine wine and festive spirit means that your celebration will be one to remember.</p> <h3>Christmas Eve</h3> <h4>Delicious Buffet and Christmas Carols</h4> <h4>Adult £30 per head. Children £10 per head</h4> <p>Beautiful carols in front of the roaring fire, what better way to celebrate with family and friends?<br />A delicious buffet will be served with mulled wine and plenty of festive spirit.</p> <h3>Christmas Day</h3> <h4>Adult £75 per head. Children £20 per head</h4> <p>Sit back, relax and let us take the stress out of cooking your Christmas meal. Our Head Chef has planned a menu filled with festive delights especially for you. Join us for a memorable, relaxing and truly effortless Christmas Day, giving you time to celebrate the occasion with the people that matter most.</p> <h3>Boxing Day</h3> <h4>Relaxed Lunch after an indulgent Christmas Day</h4> <h4>1 Course £9.50. 2 Courses £12.00. 3 Courses £17.00</h4> <p>A walk in the forest followed by our delicious Boxing Day Lunch. Keep spirits high with a great atmosphere and another day of celebrations with family and friends.</p> <h3>New Years Eve</h3> <h4>Dress to impress for our glamorous 1920's themed New Years Party</h4> <p>The night will commence with a Glass of Fizz reception at 7pm. Followed by a selction of buffet areas set up within our beautifull decorated function rooms.&nbsp; Party till 2pm!</p> <h4>Adult £40 per head.</h4> <h5>Tickets go on sale 2nd July 2012.</h5> <p>To reserve a ticket for New Years Eve or book a table for the festive period please email info@eastclose.com or call us on 01425 672 404.</p> <h5>Christmas menus coming soon ...</h5>