all the joy of christmas

ALL THE
JOY OF CHRISTMAS
AT MERCURE BRISTOL GRAND HOTEL
CONTENTS
03
EVENT DIARY
10
SANTA SUNDAY LUNCH
04
WHITE CHRISTMAS
11
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
06
CELLAR BAR BUFFET
12
BOXING DAY LUNCH
07
PARTY & STAY
13
NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL
08
FESTIVE LUNCHES
14
NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES
09
AFTERNOON TREATS
15
EVENTS 2017
FESTIVE OFFERS
FESTIVE WINE OFFER
REWARD THE ORGANISER
Why not add a half-bottle of house red, white
or rosé wine for just £7.95 per person and save
money on the night?
We know how demanding it can be to arrange a
Christmas event and that’s why the organiser of any
event with over 30 people will receive a reward:
FESTIVE DRINKS PACKAGES
Have your drinks waiting for you at your table,
saving time and money.
• All-inclusive drinks packages
• Drinks vouchers
• Happy Hour
• Private drinks reception
• Special ofers throughout the night
MAKE A NIGHT OF IT
Make the most of your celebrations and spend
the night with us. Rooms start from £85.00 per
room (single occupancy) or £95.00 per room
(two people sharing a double or twin room),
including breakfast. Subject to availability.
BEAUTY OFFER
20% of all pre-booked treatments which take
place during the week of your Christmas party.
Book 30 people
Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly and a
one-day guest pass to our Health & Leisure
Club for two people.
Book 50 people
Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly and
an overnight stay on the night of the party,
including breakfast.
Book 100 people
Organiser receives a bottle of bubbly, an
overnight stay on the night of the party,
including breakfast, and a three-month leisure
membership to our Health & Leisure Club.
CONTACT US
For more information on the festive
events and ofers call
0117 930 3322 or email
[email protected]
For more information visit
mercure.com/festive
CELEBRATE THE SEASON OF JOY
LOOK FORWARD TO A SEASONAL SHORT BREAK,
DELICIOUS FESTIVE FARE WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS, OR
STYLISH CELEBRATIONS WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY OR COLLEAGUES –
IN A JOYFULLY UNIQUE SETTING.
Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel provides a unique experience where modern-day luxury meets
Victorian grandeur. Boasting one of the largest banqueting rooms in Bristol, we are the ideal
venue for your Christmas party. Located on Broad Street in Bristol city centre, Mercure Bristol
Grand Hotel truly lives up to its name. Dating from Victorian times, our refurbished hotel blends
classic period charm with the very best in contemporary comforts.
With 182 spacious bedrooms, including sumptuous suites, the Grand is one of the few hotels
in Bristol which ofer both convenience and luxury in a city centre location. We have a health
and leisure club onsite with pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi and gym to help you relax and
rejuvenate during the hectic festive period.
We ofer a choice of four elegant function rooms, making Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel one of
the most popular Christmas party venues in Bristol. The largest room, the Wessex Suite, seats
up to 400 guests in a modern, bright and airy room. The Ballroom, with its fabulous vaulted
ceiling and impressive chandeliers, seats up to 200. The Marlborough Suite has floor-to-ceiling
windows, large mirrors and chandeliers and can cater for parties for up to 100 guests. The
Duchess Suite is the most versatile room as it can be divided into smaller suites so is suitable for
smaller private parties of 20 or larger parties of up to 120.
In addition to the function rooms the hotel has its own Cellar Bar: a unique and quirky space
with a medieval well featured on the dance floor. The Cellar Bar can cater up to 90 guests and is
the perfect setting if you are looking for something a little diferent for your Christmas party.
EVENT DIARY
WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Throughout December and January
KIDS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY
Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December
CELLAR BAR BUFFET
Monday to Sunday throughout December
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
25th December
FESTIVE LUNCHES
Monday to Saturday throughout December
BOXING DAY LUNCH
26th December
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Monday to Sunday throughout December
NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL
31st December
SUNDAY LUNCH WITH SANTA
Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December
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WHERE THE TABLES GLISTEN
AND OUR GUESTS ALL LISTEN
TO HEAR SLEIGH BELLS IN THE SNOW!
Whatever the weather, our White Christmas parties will conjure up a magically atmospheric
and joyful setting for your festive celebrations. Dress to dazzle and enjoy great food, great music –
and an evening that’s merry and bright.
PARTY DATES AND PRICES
THROUGHOUT DECEMBER AND JANUARY
WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Thursdays and Sundays £35.95, Fridays and Saturdays £43.95
ALL-INCLUSIVE WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Thursdays and Sundays £50.00, Fridays and Saturdays £63.95
Includes selected drinks all night.
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WHITE CHRISTMAS MENU
STARTER
Duck and chicken liver parfait
Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough
MAIN
Roast turkey
Duck fat-roast potatoes, chestnut and pork stuffing, ‘pigs in blankets’,
honey-glazed Chantenay carrots, seasonal vegetables, turkey jus
DESSERT
Orange and Cointreau cheesecake
TO FINISH
Tea, coffee and mince pies
WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Package includes
Arrival drink | Three-course meal | Tea, cofee & mince pies | Festive novelties I DJ & Disco
ALL-INCLUSIVE WHITE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Package includes
Arrival drink | Three-course meal | Tea, cofee & mince pies | Festive novelties I DJ & Disco
PLUS
Unlimited drinks all night (drinks included are draught beer and cider, house wine (red, white and rosé),
spirits (vodka, whisky, rum and gin) with a mixer and all non-alcoholic drinks)
Party starts: 7pm | Last orders: 12.30am | Carriages: 1am | Dress code: smart casual
All dietary requirements catered for when ordered a minimum of 14 days in advance.
Non-refundable and non-transferable £10.00 deposit per person required at time of booking.
FESTIVE OFFERS
Book and pay your deposit before the end of July and receive 10% of.
For more information on our festive ofers please contact our dedicated Christmas Co-ordinator.
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CELLAR BAR BUFFET
LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE CHRISTMAS PARTY AT AN AMAZING PRICE?
You’ll enjoy a festive themed bufet in a unique and relaxed setting, great for celebrating
with friends or colleagues.
BUFFET
Smoked salmon and
crème fraîche mini bagels
***
Smoked turkey,
cranberry and rocket wraps
***
Pastrami with horseradish
and red chard on focaccia
***
Grilled vegetables and
pesto on sourdough (v)
Grilled mini steak burgers
Lemon meringue pie
***
Broccoli and Stilton tart (v)
***
Classic crème brûlée
***
Sun-dried tomato
and fennel risotto (v)
***
Chocolate fountain
Strawberries, mini doughnuts
and marshmallows
***
Lamb hotpot
with potato dumplings
PARTY DATES
AND PRICES
THROUGHOUT DECEMBER
£18.95 per person
Exclusive use available from 6pm until
midnight – why not add a DJ for the
evening for £350.00?
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MAKE THE JOY LAST
LONGER – STAY OVER
THE ONLY WAY TO TRULY RELAX: TAKE ADVANTAGE
OF OUR GREAT-VALUE ACCOMMODATION RATES
THIS CHRISTMAS
Check in from 2pm and have a relaxing afternoon enjoying the hotel’s
extensive facilities before getting ready to party the night away.
And just think – at the end of the night, there’ll be no lengthy queues for
a taxi: your room is just a short stroll away. What’s more, you will enjoy a
traditional breakfast in the morning.
Rooms from £85.00 per night single occupancy and £95.00 double occupancy
WHY NOT UPGRADE?
Why not upgrade to a Privilege room for just £25.00 per room,
including bathrobe, slippers, upgraded toiletries, Nespresso coffee machine
and a stocked mini fridge with complimentary soft drinks. Alternatively
upgrade to a spacious suite for just £40.00 per room: you can relax in
the living room area and enjoy the host of indulgent extras included
within the Privilege room.
Rooms subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply –
please contact the hotel for further information.
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FESTIVE LUNCHES
TO CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IN STYLE, WHY NOT JOIN US
FOR A DELICIOUS FESTIVE LUNCH OR AFTERNOON TEA?
Served daily throughout December, our delicious festive menus include two or three course
options. As well as magniicent menus you’ll enjoy the warmest of welcomes from our staf and
great surroundings. Whether it’s with friends, family or colleagues, we guarantee a great time –
and the best bit, no washing up!
MONDAY TO SATURDAY THROUGHOUT DECEMBER
£15.95 per person for two courses
£17.95 per person for three courses
MENU
STARTER
MAIN
DESSERT
Duck and chicken liver parfait
Apple, clementine and ginger
chutney, toasted sourdough
Roast turkey
Duck fat-roast potatoes,
chestnut and pork stuffing,
‘pigs in blankets’, honey-glazed
Chantenay carrots, seasonal
vegetables, gravy
Christmas bread and
butter pudding
Brandy sauce
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TO FINISH
Tea, coffee and mince pies
AFTERNOON TREATS
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Indulgent festive afternoon tea, with warm mulled wine,
served every day from 2pm to 5pm.
£15.95 per person
KIDS’ CHRISTMAS PARTY
Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th December | 2-4pm
Children’s entertainer, disco, visit from Santa and a gift. All children will also
receive a snack box meal. Please contact the hotel for the menu details.
£10.00 per child, under-2s accompanying FREE
Adult meals can be pre-ordered from £8.95 and the bar will be open. Maximum 2 adults per child.
All children must be supervised by an adult for the duration of the event.
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SANTA SUNDAY LUNCH
Enjoy a three-course lunch with a visit from Santa and a gift for every child.
Available Sundays 4th, 11th, 18th – 12 noon-3pm
£19.95 per adult, £9.95 per child (5-12 years), under-5s eat FREE
MENU
STARTER
MAIN
DESSERT
Roast tomato and basil soup
Toasted sourdough
Herb and garlic
butter-roast turkey
Orange and Cointreau
cheesecake
OR
OR
OR
Duck and
chicken liver parfait
Apple, clementine and ginger
chutney, toasted sourdough
Maple and mustard roast ham
OR
Christmas bread
and butter pudding
Hake with beurre blanc
OR
OR
Christmas pudding
Wild mushroom, Brie
and walnut Wellington (v)
Squash purée, roast vegetables
Knickerbocker glory
OR
Whisky-cured salmon
Pickled fennel,
dill mayonnaise, rye bread
OR
Cranberry and
goat’s cheese tart (v)
Mixed leaves, balsamic glaze
OR
TO FINISH
Served with duck fat-roast
potatos, honey-glazed roast
parsnips, yorkshire pudding,
pigs in blankets, chestnut
and pork stuffing, sprouts
with walnuts and lardons,
glazed Chantenay carrots and
creamed leeks
Menu choices must be received no later than 14 days prior to arrival.
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Tea, coffee and
mince pies
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
JOIN US FOR A SCRUMPTIOUS FOUR-COURSE
CHRISTMAS LUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS.
The festivities start with Buck’s Fizz on arrival before you sit down for the main event: a mouthwatering four-course festive feast to tantalise your taste buds. There will be a visit from Santa and
a gift for every child – this will be a great Christmas Day! Whether there’s two of you or the whole
family, sit back, relax, enjoy the festive surroundings – and let us do all the hard work.
Lunch served: from 12 noon until 3pm
£65.00 per adult, £30.00 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE
MENU
STARTER
MAIN
DESSERT
Chicken, bacon,
leek and pistachio terrine
Balsamic glaze
Herb and garlic
butter-roast turkey
Orange and
Cointreau cheesecake
OR
OR
OR
Wild mushroom, Brie
and walnut Wellington (v)
Strawberry Pavlova
***
Served with duck fat-roast
potatoes, honey-glazed roast
parsnips, pigs in blankets,
chestnut and sausagemeat
stuffing, sprouts with walnuts
and lardons, buttered Chantenay
carrots, creamed leeks and
braised cabbage
Lemon meringue pie
Apple, pear and
chestnut salad (v)
Blue cheese dressing
OR
Smoked salmon and
crayfish roulade
Rocket and horseradish salad
INTERMEDIATE
Winter vegetable soup (v)
Crème fraîche, thyme croutons,
toasted sourdough
OR
OR
Baked Alaska
OR
Christmas pudding
OR
Knickerbocker glory
TO FINISH
Tea, coffee and mince pies
Menu choices must be received no later than 14 days prior to arrival.
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BOXING DAY LUNCH
THE FESTIVITIES CONTINUE AS WE SERVE
A DELICIOUS BOXING DAY BUFFET LUNCH
Get together for a fabulous Boxing Day Bufet in the relaxing surroundings of our city centre restaurant.
You’ll be treated to a tantalising selection of traditional Boxing Day favourites all the family will enjoy.
£26.95 per adult, £11.95 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE
Served from 12 noon-3pm
MENU
STARTER
MAIN
DESSERT
Duck and chicken liver parfait
Apple, clementine and ginger
chutney, toasted sourdough
Honey-glazed ham
Winter berry cheesecake
***
Sirloin of beef
***
Strawberry Pavlova
***
Dressed salmon
***
Lemon meringue pie
***
Wild mushroom, Brie and
walnut Wellington (v)
***
Traditional sherry trifle
***
Roast tomato and basil soup (v)
Toasted sourdough
***
Mezze board
Selection of cured meats
***
Salmon and dill fishcakes
12
***
Served with herb-roasted
Parmentier potatoes, glazed roast
parsnip, chestnut and sausagemeat
stuffing, pigs in blankets, seasonal
vegetables, chive potato salad,
cucumber salad
***
Baked Alaska
***
Christmas pudding
NEW YEAR’S EVE
MASQUERADE BALL
CHOOSE YOUR MASK AND WEAR IT WELL,
SO YOUR TRUE IDENTITY NO ONE CAN TELL!
Join us for a night of mystery, charm and intrigue at our New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball.
Whether you’re celebrating with friends or family, you’ll enjoy an evening of delicious
food and festive entertainment all set to the mysterious backdrop of our Masquerade Ball
with a live band, DJ, photographer and photo booth.
Champagne on arrival: 7pm | Five-course dinner served: from 8pm | Live band, DJ and disco
Last orders: 1.30am | Carriages: 2am
£79.95 per adult (Over-16s only)
PRIVATE ROOM HIRE AVAILABLE
Make your New Year’s Eve special and hold you own private party in one of
our fabulous function rooms from £70.00 per person. The package includes our ive-course
New Year’s Eve menu and a DJ with disco until 2am.
Please contact hotel for more information. Seating will be based on tables of 10. Minimum numbers of 60 for private room hire.
NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU
STARTER
DESSERT
Gravadlax
Asparagus and fennel salad, aged olive oil,
lemon and caper dressing
Trio of desserts (v)
Dark chocolate and black cherry dome
Lemon and ginger cheesecake
White chocolate and strawberry ‘chapeau’
INTERMEDIATE
Italian lentil soup (v)
Toasted sourdough
MAIN
Venision Wellington
Fondant potatoes, buttered green beans,
slow-braised cabbage, carrot purée
CHEESE
European cheese
Biscuits, grapes, apple, chutney
TO FINISH
Tea, coffee and petits fours
All dietary requirements catered for when ordered a minimum of 14 days in advance. Non-refundable and non-transferable
£10.00 deposit per person required at time of booking.
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NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES
If you’re planning on joining one of our New
Year celebrations – why not make it extra special
by taking advantage of our residential package?
NEW YEAR’S EVE
OVERNIGHT PACKAGE
ARRIVING 31ST DECEMBER
£270.00 per couple (over-16s only)
including overnight accommodation with
breakfast and two tickets to our Masquerade Ball
Add an extra night for only
£80.00 dinner, bed and breakfast. Enjoy the
fabulous shopping at Cabot Circus, which is a
short walk from our hotel, or simply take some
time to relax and enjoy our spa facilities.
WHY NOT UPGRADE TO ONE OF
OUR PRIVILEGE ROOMS?
For just an extra £25.00 per night.
Ask at time of booking for more
information. All packages include breakfast
and full use of the health club.
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EVENTS 2017
IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START PLANNING FOR 2017!
Whether you’re organising a family celebration, looking to treat a loved one or simply want
a relaxing break – we can help make any event unforgettable.
Call us on 0117 930 3322 for more information and to discuss your requirements.
VALENTINE’S
FRIDAY 10TH, SATURDAY 11TH AND TUESDAY 14TH FEBRUARY
Enjoy a four-course dinner, pink bubbly and a box of chocolates.
£28.95 per person
MOTHER’S DAY
SUNDAY 26TH MARCH
A delicious Sunday lunch with a gift for Mum.
£24.95 per adult, £9.95 per child 5-12 years, under-5s eat FREE
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ALL THE JOY OF
CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE
For more information on our festive events
and ofers please contact us on:
0117 930 3322
[email protected]
mercure.com/festive
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Broad Street, Bristol BS1 2EL
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