Hotel Events

It would be very easy for the stately grandeur of our hotels, and the sense of tradition that runs through them, to lull you into a false sense of thinking that things can be a little sedate at an Elite Hotel.

Far from it, although we never lose our sense of quiet relaxation, we are constantly organizing ranges of different events that breathe new life into these old stones.

Traditional sports, garden open days, gourmet evenings, wine tastings, talks and lectures the range of events is so diverse the only way to keep in touch with all that’s always going on is to keep an eye on our website.

The Grand - The Rhone Mirabelle dinner

Menu Quenelle of Pike with fresh water Crayfish, Anchovy sauce and Monk's BeardRose Vin de Pays des Alpilles 2010, Mas de la Beruguette*** Roast Loin of Red Wine marinated Venison, Ragout of Shoulder of Venison with Wild Mushroom, Pommes Dauphinoise, Chou Farci Gigondas 2010, Domaine Cecile Chassagne*** A selection of Rhone Cheeses served on a...more info

Ashdown Park - Wedding Showcase

We are delighted to invite you to our Wedding Showcase on Sunday 11th March 2012. See our function rooms laid out as they would be for a wedding, whether it be a small intimate affair or a wedding on a grander scale! The Richard Towneley Suite is the highlight of any larger wedding at Ashdown Park and the main Showcase and Fashion Show takes...more info

The Grand - Mother's Day Luncheon in the...

Treat Mum this year to a splendid lunch in the award winning Mirabelle Restaurant. Chef Gerald Roser has put together a menu delight to savour! A special gift for all mums with our compliments too...... Menu Brandade fritters with warm Aioli Potato salad, Chorizo,Red Pepper and grilled Courgettes King Edward Potato soup, Watercress Pesto. Goats...more info

The Grand - Mothers Day Lunch in The Garden...

The Garden RestaurantSunday 18th March 2012 – Mothering Sunday Menu Smoked Scottish & Spring Onion Fishcake with Tomato Salsa and Dill mayonnaise Grand’ Hors d’œuvres (Quails Egg Mayonnaise, Houmous Croûte, Coronation Chicken, Cocktailed Prawns, Duck Crêpe) Rosette of Galia Melon with Strawberries and Minted White Wine sauce Truffled Cream...more info

Tylney Hall - Ladies Luncheon

Our speaker on this occasion will be the 8th Countess of Carnarvon from Highclere Castle - the setting for ITV’s flagship drama Downton Abbey. Lady Carnarvon will talk to guests about how real life mirrors art as she has written a book about her husband’s great grandmother, Lady Almina, who converted Highclere Castle into a wartime hospital in...more info

Luton Hoo - Portuguese wine Dinner

We are pleased to be joined by Paul Champness for the evening. Paul joined the Tea Trade on leaving school and worked for Brooke Bond and Ridgeway's in the United Kingdom and Calcutta, before exchanging the tannin in tea for the more enjoyable tannins in wine! He has been involved with Grierson Blumenthal, Ebury Mathiot, Mentzendorff, and...more info

The Grand - Easter Sunday at The Grand

This years' Easter dining options....... Why not come and join us this Easter Sunday? Just like Christmas Day we are open for non resident guests too. Let us serve you a sumptuous Sunday lunch and do the washing up too!... The perfect Easter treat for all the family! The Garden Restaurant: Dine in the traditional and comfortable surroundings of...more info

Ashdown Park - Easter Sunday Chocolate...

Enjoy an Easter twist on the traditional by indulging in our delicious Chocolate Afternoon Tea; similar to our traditional Afternoon Tea, but with chocoholics and sweet tooths in mind! Our Afternoon Teas are legendary and include a delicious selection of sandwiches, freshly baked scones served with clotted cream and preserves, a selection of cakes...more info

Ashdown Park - Easter Sunday Lunch

Get the family together this Easter and enjoy a three course lunch, including coffee and petit fours. To make the most of this special day we will also include complimentary tickets to the neighbouring Ashdown Llama Park. Menu Ginger and Butternut Squash Soup, Garlic Foccacia Ballotine of Corn-Fed Chicken, Pickled Wild Mushrooms and Dijon...more info

Tylney Hall - Easter Sunday Afternoon Tea

Traditional Sunday Luncheon in the Oak Room Restaurant, with musical accompaniment and gourmet Easter Eggs. To make a booking please contact the Management Secretary on 01256 745533 or mbampton@elitehotels.co.uk. Guests are respectfully requested to refrain from using mobile phones whilst dining in the Oak Room Restaurant more info

Ashdown Park - National Gardens Scheme Open...

Ashdown Park sits within 186 acres of landscaped Sussex countryside. It is surrounded by immaculate lawns, secret gardens, lakes and woodland trails. Discover more about our estate by joining us for a tour as we open our gardens specially for charity. more info

Luton Hoo - South African Wine Dinner

Times: 7pm to 7.30pm, canapés and drink reception 7.30pm: 4 course dinner with wine pairing followed by coffee and petit fours An introduction from the night's guest speaker, Bevan Newton Johnson "I grew up around my father's table while he was working in the heart of the South African wine industry in Stellenbosch. He regularly had tastings with...more info

Ashdown Park - 'Best of British' Gourmet...

Join us for a spectacular evening of gourmet food, along with a selection of fine British wines. The evening begins with an aperitif and canapés on arrival, followed by a sumptuous four course dinner with British ingredients, wines, coffee and petit fours. more info

Ashdown Park - Hanging Basket Workshop...

If you have visited Ashdown Park before, you will have seen the wonderful display of hanging baskets around the outside of the hotel. Each one of these is lovingly prepared by our estate team, who grow the plants from seedlings in the greenhouse within the Walled Garden. Our experienced Estate Manager, Kevin Sweet, will be sharing his planting ...more info

Ashdown Park - Lighting of the Royal Beacon

As the nation joins together to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, a series of 2012 Royal Beacons will be lit across the country on Monday 4th June. We are one of the official Royal Beacon sites and will be lighting this, out on our lake at 10.00pm. Come and join in with our celebrations and enjoy a sumptuous celebratory buffet dinner outside...more info

Ashdown Park - Jubilee Jazz Afternoon Tea

Make the most of a second Bank Holiday, and continue the Diamond Jubilee celebrations by joining in with our Jubilee Jazz Afternoon Tea. This typically 'British' afternoon will include children's summer activities on the lawns as well as lively music from our jazz band. more info

Ashdown Park - Father's Day Luncheon

Say 'thank you' to your wonderful Dad by treating him to a delicious three course lunch in our award-winning Anderida Restaurant, with its stunning views across the parkland and down to the lake. Every father will also receive a complimentary golf voucher for two people. more info

Ashdown Park - Champagne...

Join us and our guest speaker, Andrew Nicols, from Champagne & Chateau, for a spectacular evening of gourmet food, along with fine wines and champagnes. The evening begins with champagne and canapés on arrival, followed by a sumptuous four course dinner with wines and champagnes and completed with coffee and delicious petit fours. more info

The Grand - Palm Court Strings

Afternoon Tea with Shelley van Loen and the Palm Court Strings Light music performed by the superb Shelley van Loen and her Palm Court Strings in the magnificent Great Hall. £24.50 per person for full Afternoon Tea and Music £32.00 per person for a glass of Champagne, full Afternoon Tea and Music Future Dates for 2012: Sunday 26th FebruarySunday...more info