Be inspired for your autumn and winter getaway to Whatley Manor with the latest events and seasonal offers

To make the most of the autumn and winter seasons, Whatley Manor Hotel & Spa (01666 822 888, www.whatleymanor.com), the luxurious Wiltshire retreat, has released its new Events Guide featuring a range of special packages and events for the coming months. Highlights include a celebratory champagne dinner with Head Chef Martin Burge and Pommery Champagne to celebrate ten years of Relais & Châteaux association, a Watchmaking event with Michel Parmigiani of Parmigiani Fleurier as well as popular events such as Martin Burge’s cookery masterclasses continuing throughout the season. There are also details of a special offer for pre-Christmas and a romantic short break for the most special of occasions, providing plenty of reasons for guests to treat themselves to a stay at this renowned Cotswold hideaway. 

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Autumn Dining Experience
Autumn is the perfect time to plan a short break at Whatley Manor and take advantage of the hotel’s crackling log fires, soothing spa or visit nearby Westonbirt Arboretum to see the display of autumnal colours. This new two-night midweek package (Sunday to Thursday) offers guests the chance to experience both restaurants with one evening in The Dining Room, the hotel’s two Michelin-starred restaurant, choosing from three seasonal seven-course tasting menus. It also includes £60 towards dinner for two served in the Le Mazot brasserie, with a glass of Deutz Champagne served before dinner on one evening. The Dining Room serves dinner Wednesday to Sunday. Le Mazot serves lunch and dinner daily.


A two-night midweek stay in a Standard Room costs from £895, or from £995 for a Superior Room. Rates are for two guests and include the ‘Autumn Dining Experience’ plus breakfast each morning and full use of the Aquarias Spa.


Romance & Stay at Whatley Manor
Celebrate a special one night break with flowers and a bottle of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc Champagne on arrival followed by a romantic dinner for two in The Dining Room, Whatley Manor’s Michelin two-starred restaurant, where a tasting menu will be served alongside wines perfectly matched by the sommelier. Guests can also enjoy a 60-minute spa treatment each, and make full use of the Aquarias Spa facilities during their stay.  Prices from £925 per room for a one-night stay in a Standard Room or from £1,030 for a Superior room including breakfast and access to the gardens.

Pre-Christmas Midweek Stay
Looking for a quick getaway before the festivities begin? Stay between 23rd November and 22nd December 2015 for a pre-Christmas break and receive a £60 allocation towards dinner for two in the Le Mazot brasserie, plus 10% off spa treatments. Perfect for a visit to Bath’s Christmas markets or shopping for presents in the local area, a one-night stay in a Standard Room costs from £315, or from £385 for a Superior Room including breakfast, access to the gardens, complimentary WiFi and VAT.

Gift Certificates at Whatley Manor
A gift certificate from Whatley Manor is sure to be appreciated and can be exchanged in a variety of ways, such as:
·         Afternoon Tea for two – £50
·         Swiss Cheese Fondue evening – £29 per person on selected dates
·         Evening use of Aquarias Spa facilities with dinner in Le Mazot brasserie – £68 per person
·         Dinner in the Michelin two-starred restaurant The Dining Room choosing from three seven-course tasting menus with wines selected by the sommelier – £175 per person
·         Cookery Masterclass with chef Martin Burge – £200 per person on selected dates


Events
Watchmaking with Michel Parmigiani followed by dinner – Friday 16th October
On Friday, 16th October the hotel will be welcoming luxury Swiss watchmaker Michel Parmigiani who will provide an exclusive insight into the world of watchmaking and restoration of complex timepieces and spectacular mechanical objects of art. Before dinner guests will be entertained by a skilled watchmaker as they demonstrate how a watch is made as well as have the opportunity to browse the unique Parmigiani collection of quality timepieces - http://www.parmigiani.ch/


£125 per person includes a Deutz Champagne and canapé reception at 6.30pm, the demonstration, and a four-course set menu with accompanying wines and coffee served in the Le Mazot brasserie. Special event room rate of £280 based on a standard room is available in conjunction with this event.

A Gastronomic Evening with Pommery Champagne – Tuesday 17th November
Whatley Manor has been a member of Relais & Châteaux for ten years and to celebrate this milestone the hotel is celebrating with a gastronomic dinner prepared by the hotel’s Michelin two-starred chef Martin Burge, with each course matched perfectly by Pommery Champagne, a fellow partner of the Relais & Châteaux association. Viv Menon, Pommery UK Brand Ambassador, will host a short presentation at this celebratory event and guests will discover how Pommery Champagne continues to be a world champion.


£159 includes a Champagne and canapé reception from 6.30pm, and a four-course set menu with Pommery Champagne, wine, coffee and petit-fours.

Cookery Masterclasses with Michelin two-starred chef Martin Burge in 2016
Martin Burge is hosting a new series of one-day cookery masterclass on the 18th January, 13th June and 14th November 2016, spend the day in the kitchen with Martin as he conducts a hands-on practical day where participants will learn how to create seasonal dishes including goat’s cheese pithiviers, bouillabaisse fish stew and Valrhona chocolate torte. The masterclasses will increase confidence when using ingredients and kitchen equipment and are suitable for all levels of experience.
 
All masterclasses take place from 9am, finishing at around 5.30pm, and include a two-course set lunch with a glass of wine and refreshments throughout the day. With a limit of just 12 guests per class, the days are social and interactive, and participants will take home two of the dishes they have prepared. £200 per person includes the masterclass, a Whatley Manor apron, recipes, lunch and refreshments.

A one-night stay at Whatley Manor costs from £315 for a standard room including bed and breakfast and 10% discretionary service charge and VAT, plus use of the award-winning Spa Aquarias. For guests attending any of the events a ‘Special Events Room Rate’ starts from £250 per standard room and from £450 for a suite and is offered subject to availability.

For further information and to book call Whatley Manor on 01666 822 888 or visit the website at www.whatleymanor.com

To book events call 01666 834 026 or email events@whatleymanor.com

Whatley Manor is a member of Relais & Châteaux

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For further information please call Anthea Yabsley at IDeal Public Relations http://www.ideal-pr.co.uk on 020 8578 6777 or email anthea.yabsley@ideal-pr.co.uk or contact Eloise Gordon on 01666 827086 or email eloise@whatleymanor.com


Notes of Editors:
Whatley Manor opened in July 2003 following three and a half years of extensive restoration. The Landolt family independently own Whatley Manor - Mrs Alix Landolt and Mr Christian Landolt. Gurval Durand is the General Manager.