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The Hazeldene
Gretna Green
Wedding Brochure
2016 - 2017
Hello,
Welcome to The Hazeldene and thank you for your
interest.
We are a small family business with an 11 bedroom
hotel in the wedding capital of the UK; Gretna Green.
There are of course B&B’s and Guest Houses in Gretna
Green but there are only 3 actual hotels; the difference
being, a hotel offers food, restaurant and a bar.
The Hazeldene offers a home from home feel and our
locals continually get a mention on TripAdvisor for
their welcome and friendliness.
We take great pride in what we are good at; namely
being a hotel which serves good home cooked food at a
reasonable cost, with a well priced bar.
Also included in this guide are other specially selected
'wedding suppliers' who, from personal experience, we
know are good. We simply put them in touch with you.
Unlike many other hotels and accommodation venues,
we do not accept commission from these suppliers. We
merely ask them to offer their services at the best price
for Hazeldene customers.
Being a small, dedicated team, we will ensure you
receive our personal attention on any planning issues,
advice or other queries you may have.
Included are some sample menus for you to peruse; you
can choose one of our menus or you can personalise
the food to reflect your taste and be totally bespoke, if
that’s what is required for your day.
Throughout this brochure you will find little snippets
and nuggets of information which may interest you and
assist you in your planning. We hope you find it useful.
If you wish to come along and view our rooms, sample
our home cooked food or simply have a look around,
please do not hesitate to contact us.
Some couples prefer to view the local area and
services a few times before their big day; if you have
booked your wedding with us, we will offer a special
discounted room rate for you and provide you with a
taster menu for your chosen selections. Please mention
this offer when booking your accommodation.
'Your day is our day and we look
forward to being a part of it.'
A Brief History of Gretna Green
Why Flee to Gretna Green?
Put simply...it was due to a change in English marriage
laws and a happy accident of geography!
In the middle of the 18th century, England's Law Lords
approved new laws to tighten marriage arrangements.
Couples had to reach the age of 21 before they
could marry without their parents consent, and the
marriage had to take place in a Church.
Scottish law however was different; you could marry
on the spot, in a simple ‘marriage by declaration’, or
‘handfasting’ ceremony, requiring only two witnesses
and assurances from the couple that they were both
over the age of 16 and free to marry. With such a
relaxed arrangement within easy reach of England,
it soon led to the inevitable influx of countless
thousands of young couples running away to marry
over the border. Gretna Green was the first village in
Scotland and conveniently situated on the main
route from London into Scotland.
With Gretna Green perfectly placed to take advantage
of these differences in the two countries marriage laws,
and with an angry 'father-of-the-bride' usually in hot
pursuit, the runaway couple would waste no time.
Therefore as soon as they reached Scottish soil in
Gretna Green, they would find a place of security where
they could marry in haste!
Weddings in Gretna Green today...
Nowadays over 1,500 weddings and nearly 200
blessings take place within the Famous Blacksmiths,
the original marriage house since 1754 which is
directly across from The Hazeldene.
One of our preferred partners; Anvil Hall hosted
550 ceremonies in 2015 and they will be doing many
more as their 100 year anniversary beckons in 2017.
Gretna Green and Gretna continue to break records
with around 4,500 weddings taking place every year,
which is about 15% of all weddings in Scotland.
Wedding Buses
For the service to your venue or reception.
Stag & Hen Parties
We can arrange a booze cruise or
a shopping trip.
Up to 12 hrs for £275 in a 16 seater bus.
Group Tours
Custom tours arranged.
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The Hazeldene Rooms
At the Hazeldene Hotel, we have 11 letting rooms, all with en-suite. All come with ironing board, iron and
hairdryer. Every room has tea and coffee making facilities with a welcome tray. All prices include full Scottish
breakfast. We offer off-peak and peak prices for rooms. The peak periods are July, August, September and December.
Room 1 ................................................................£79.00 £84.00
Room 7................................................................£79.00 £84.00
Room 2 ................................................................£79.00 £84.00
Room 8 ................................................................£74.00 £79.00
Room 3 ................................................................£79.00 £84.00
Room 9 ................................................................£69.00 £74.00
Room 4 ................................................................£79.00 £84.00
Room 10 ..............................................................£69.00 £84.00
Room 5 ................................................................£89.00 £94.00
Room 11 ............................................................£109.00 £119.00*
Deluxe Double (Double Bed)
Deluxe Double (Double Bed)
Deluxe Double / Twin (Super King Bed or 2 Singles)
Family of 4 (Double Bed & Bunk Beds)
Honeymoon Suite (4 Poster Bed)
Room 6 ................................................................£74.00 £79.00
Family of 3 (Double & Single Bed)
Deluxe Double (King Size Bed)
Family of 3 (Double & Single Bed)
Standard Double (Double Bed)
Standard Double (Double Bed)
2 Bedroom Suite (Large room with a King Size Bed & seating area.
Next room has 2 single beds. Each room has a flat screen TV.)
*based on 2 adults / 2 children.
For larger bookings, The Hazeldene offers a 10% discount for 5+ rooms.
Advert Space?
Drinks Packages
Pre Bought Drinks Vouchers
Wine Selection
Buy 20 drinks vouchers valued at £70.00 for £63.00
Our wine list is sourced throughout the world by our
specialist wine importer; La Barrique Fine Wines.
These wines are unique to our supplier and you will not
find them on the high street. Through our supplier, we
can source almost any grape type or variety you may
wish.
Discounted Pre Paid Bar Tab
£250 bar tab for £235
£500 bar tab for £465
£1000 bar tab for £900
(these deals must be paid prior to the event)
A Bucket of Beer............................................................£30.00
10 bottles of Premium Beer served in a bucket of ice.
Choose from: Fosters Gold, Heineken, Sol, Desperados
(these deals must be paid prior to the event)
Our wine list offers House Red, White, Rose from
£12.95 per bottle; Exclusive wines from £14.95;
Sparkling from £19.95; Champagne from £29.95.
Drinks Package A..............................£10.95 per person
Drinks Package C.................................£5.00 per person
On arrival (choose one)
Glass of Prosecco, Prosecco Fizz
Glass of Fresh Orange Juice
On arrival (choose one)
Glass of Fresh Orange Juice, Glass of Fresh Apple
Juice
With your main meal (choose one)
Glass of House Wine, Bottle of Beer, Pint of Beer,
Standard Single Spirit & Mixer
With your main meal (choose one)
Glass of Coca Cola, Diet Coke or Lemonade,
Fresh Milkshake
For the Toast
Glass of Prosecco
For the Toast
Glass of Fresh Apple Juice
Drinks Package B...............................£14.50 per person
Cocktails.........................................................................£45.00
On arrival (choose one)
Glass of Champagne, Champagne Fizz,
Glass of Fresh Orange Juice
With your main meal (choose one)
Glass of House Wine, Bottle of Beer, Pint of Beer,
Standard Single Spirit & Mixer
For the Toast
Glass of Champagne
Food Packages
Armstrong Buffet....................................£4.95 per person
Hot Rolls, Tea and Coffee................£5.00 per person
Assortment of Sandwiches, Sausage Rolls, Quiche,
Choose from
Bacon, Beef Link Sausage or Scottish Square Sausage
on a roll.
(extra rolls £2.50)
(Our local tartan)
Tea or Coffee
Black Watch Buffet...............................£8.95 per person
(Royal Regiment of Scotland Tartan)
Assortment of Sandwiches, Sausage Rolls, Quiche,
Chicken Goujons, Pasta Bowls, Cold Meat Trays
2 Gateux or Cakes
Served with Tea & Coffee
Something Special..............................£5.00 per person
Tea or Coffee
3 Individual Chocolate Fountains; each with a
different type of Chocolate.
Royal Stewart Buffet.........................£14.95 per person
Served with Seasonal Fruits, Mallows, Fudge
and Shortbread
(Personal tartan of Queen Elizabeth II)
Assortment of Sandwiches, Sausage Rolls, Quiche,
Chicken Goujons, Pasta Bowls, Cold Meat Trays,
Soup of the Day, Crusty Bread,
2 Gateux or Cakes
Choose from 2 hot dishes
Chicken Curry, Chilli, Lasagne or Beef Stew
Tea or Coffee
Add Homemade Chips to any Buffet.....£1.75 per person
To ensure we give you the best possible service, we
require a pre-order 7 days prior to the day.
We don't believe in telling you what your meal should be; we offer you a full bespoke choice.
Whilst we offer suggestions to your main courses, if you have any particular items you would like, just ask and we
will consult our chefs.
Full 3 course meal from £23.95 per person, this includes table cloths, table decorations and candles.
Starters (Choose 3 Starters)
HOMEMADE SOUP OF THE DAY
Freshly prepared daily and served with bread
HAGGIS TOWER
McSweens of Edinburgh Haggis; stacked with
mashed potato, turnip (neeps) and drizzled with a
white Scotch whisky sauce
KING PRAWNS
Tiger prawns fried in a chilli & garlic butter, served
with a roasted lemon wedge and a chunk of bread
BAKED BRIE
A round of breaded Brie baked in the oven, served
with cranberries, balsamic glaze and crostini.
TOMATO & MOZZARELLA SALAD
Sliced tomatoes & mozzarella cheese served on a
bed of salad leaves & dressed with a Balsamic glaze
CRAB CAKES
Mixed Crab meat infused with chilli, breaded
and fried, with an alioli dip. All prepared on the
premises, even the alioli...
CORONATION CHICKEN SALAD
Curried chicken breast served on a bed of salad leaves
SMOKED DUCK BREAST
Presented on a bed of fresh herbs and citrus fruits
BLACK PUDDING CROQUETTE
Alan Elliot of Lanark award winning black
pudding; formed into a croquette with mature
cheddar and bread-crumbed. Served with salad and
our secret recipe LAPHROAIG malt whisky sauce.
with a roasted lemon wedge and a chunk of bread
PEAR, STILTON & WALNUT TARTLET
Homemade filled shortcrust pastry case
Main Course (Choose 5 Main Courses)
CHICKEN ITALIANO
Filled with mozzarella & red pesto, wrapped in bacon
accompanied by a potato rosti & seasonal veg
MINTED PEA & FETA ROSTI
Served with a wedge of roasted lemon, roast fennel,
roast beetroot with a black pepper mayo and salad
FISH PIE
Chunks of fish & shellfish, topped with creamy crab
infused mash and finished with smoked cheddar
PORK FILLET MILANESE
Medallion of pork encased in seasoned breadcrumbs
then fried; served with garlic and herb butter, potato
of the day and seasonal veg
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Breaded and baked skin on chicken breast stuffed
with ham and cheese, and served with potato of the
day and seasonal veg
HERB CRUSTED SALMON FILLET
A fillet of fresh salmon with a home made crust
baked on top and served with French beans in a
cream and butter sauce.
PASTA ‘YOUR WAY’
How do you like your pasta? Choose your pasta,
then choose your sauce.
Spaghetti, Fusilli or Penne
Bolognese, Carbonara, Arrabiata
LAMB SHANK
Slow cooked lamb shank with saffron potatoes and
seasonal veg
CHICKEN BALMORAL
Breast of chicken, butterflied and char-grilled then
stuffed with McSweens haggis and drizzled with a
white Scotch whisky cream sauce
CHICKEN, BACON & BLACK PUDDING SALAD
Breast of chicken, grilled bacon & black pudding on
a bed of salad leaves
SMOTHERED CHICKEN
Breast of chicken, butterflied and char-grilled then
smothered in a garlic, cream and mushroom sauce.
CHICKEN CACCIATORA
A popular Italian dish made with skin on Chicken
thighs with a sauce of chopped tomatoes, red and
green bell peppers, celery and garlic. Served on a
bed of spaghetti
BARNSLEY LAMB CHOP
Grilled Barnsley lamb chop served simply with a
champ mash, seasonal veg and a redcurrant gravy
PEPPERED BEEF SAUTE
Local Lakeland Beef strips stir fried in a green
peppercorn sauce on a bed of pappardelle pasta
GRILLED SEA BASS
Fillets of fresh Sea Bass served with mouth-watering
crushed new potatoes and seasonal veg
PORK SIRLOIN
10oz cut of pork sirloin, char grilled and served with
a glazed apples and sage
8oz SIRLOIN STEAK
227g British Sirloin steak, cooked to your liking on
the char-grill and served with home made onion
rings, grilled tomato and mushrooms.
ROASTED VEG RISOTTO
A selection of vegetables. Roasted in olive oil, mixed
with a creamy veg risotto topped with fresh green
beans and cumin seeds
BEEF STROGANOFF
Local Lakeland Beef strips flash fried with a creamy
garlic and mushroom sauce
MUSHROOM & MIXED PEPPER STROGANOFF
Button mushrooms and mixed peppers flash fried
with a creamy garlic and mushroom sauce
STICKY PORK BELLY WITH BLACK PUDDING
A square of slow cooked pork belly finished in a
saute pan, served with cider fondant potato and a
round of black pudding with seasonal veg
TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH STEAK PIE
Chunks of Local Lakeland Beef, very slowly cooked
in gravy then topped with puff pastry and baked.
Just the way my mum and granny used to make it
in Lanarkshire.
SURF & TURF
8oz Sirloin steak topped with tiger prawns
Dessert (Choose 3 Desserts)
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
HOT CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKE
BANANA SPLIT
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE
CHEESE CAKE
TIRAMISU
PANACOTTA
CRÈME BRULEE
Set Meal.....................................................£17.95 per person
Homemade Soup of the Day
Haggis Bites
Traditional Scottish Steak Pie
Naked Chicken (with a sauce of your choice)
Trio of Ice creams
Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding
Followed by Tea or Coffee
FROZEN CITRUS SOUFFLE
BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING
SHERRY TRIFLE
A little bit extra...
(page to be provided)
Planning the Wedding
If ever an event needed meticulous planning, it is your
wedding. So much could go wrong. From the classic
Best Man forgetting the rings, to discovering your
passports are out of date a week before the honeymoon.
Careful planning is absolutely essential.
As well as the importance of the budget, timing is
crucial. It is no use anticipating the wedding of the
year and then realising you should have booked the
stretched limo or the singer or band months ago. We
have included some pointers for your timescales and
you will probably be surprised at how early some
arrangements need to be made.
12 Months in advance
• Decide on the budget
• Book ceremony, reception venue and caterers
• Start looking at wedding and bridesmaids dresses
• Start researching transport, photographer, florist etc.
• Book honeymoon.
6 Months in advance
• Book transport, photographer and entertainment
• Arrange hire of formal wear
• Order wedding cake
• Choose wedding dress and rings
• Order wedding stationery
• Sort out wedding list
• Check passports are up to date
• Book wedding night hotel
• Arrange wedding insurance.
3 Months in advance
• Send out invitations and wedding list
• Finalise honeymoom arrangments
(clothes, visa, vaccinations etc)
• Order floral decorations
• Confirm wedding music, readings etc.
• Choose and buy going away outfit
• Visit hairdresser and book appointment for the day
•Confirm final choices with florist
• Finalise details with photographer.
Don't forget our recommendations
Dene Taxis, Kibex Travel, Colin Carpenter Photography,
Au Naturel Hair & Beauty, Anvil Hall, The Chapel,
The Mill Wedding Venue.
1 Month in advance
Budget Planner
• Try on outfits for alterations
• Draw up final list of guests and prepare seating plan
• Arrange stag and hen parties
• Write speeches
• Buy presents for attendants
• Confirm cake delivery
Wedding Rings
Wedding Dress, Veil etc.
Shoes & Accessories
Bride's Beauty Treatments
Grooms Outfit
Bridesmaids Dresses
Flowers (Bride's Bouquet, Buttonholes,
Church Flowers, Reception, Table Decorations)
Stationery (Invitations etc)
Transport
Ceremony Fees
Photographer/Videographer
Wedding Cake
Hire of Reception Venue
Wedding Reception
Evening Reception
Drinks
Entertainment
Bride's Going Away Outfit
Wedding Night Hotel
Honeymoon
Other Expenses
2 Weeks in advance
• Finalise reception details (confirm numbers etc.)
• Confirm all arrangments
(wedding clothes, timings etc.)
1 Week in advance
• Hold wedding rehersal
• Wear in wedding shoes
• Pack for honeymoon
• Order honeymoon money
• Final hair and make-up practice
The day before
• Finish packing
• Confirm cake delivery AGAIN
• Relax and look forward to the big day!
£
TOTAL
The Venues
The Mill
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In association with
Hazeldene Hotel
Advert?
Brides flowers from Gretna's only flower shop
With 17 years experience and 10 years in the UK’s Wedding Capital, we are
confident that after speaking to us you will be reassured that we are capable
and committed to producing a 100% perfect, fresh bridal floral arrangement
delivered to your accommodation two hours prior to your wedding.
Our commitment to you is to supply 100% fresh flowers made on the
same day and delivered to your hotel or accommodation at a pre
arranged time. At Gretna Flower Basket we like to have a meeting
with the bride and groom the day before the wedding to ensure
everything will be perfect on your wedding day.
We also offer a hire service for chair covers, balloons and venue
decoration. Providing these services in addition to wedding flowers
enables us to coordinate the look of your wedding and help create the
perfect wedding day. Let us help make your special day extra special
01461 338 630 (Day) 01228 792 227 (Evenings)
133 Central Avenue, Gretna, Dumfriesshire, DG16 5AQ
E:mail
[email protected]
In association
with
Hazeldene
Hotel
Wedding hair & beauty by
Au Naturel
18 years experience in
bridal hair & make up.
Friendly, professional, mobile service.
Please call: Michelle
01461 339 140 / 07917 275006
E:mail
[email protected]
Web www.au-naturelwedding.co.uk
Legal Advice...
Guest List Manager
Here's a little (light-hearted) helping hand to make up your Guest List.
Have you talked to this person within the last year?
NO
YES
Do you spend time with them outside of work?
NO
YES
Is it someone you would
normally buy dinner
for?
NO
Eliminated
YES
Will they make your
wedding more fun?
Do you have a close personal/family connection
to this person?
FRIEND
NO
FAMILY
Do they know your
partners name?
Is it someone your
parents would want
there?
YES
NO
NO
Will they make your
wedding more fun?
YES
YES
You're Invited!
YES
NO
Are your parents paying
for the wedding?
YES
NO
Eliminated
The Hazeldene
T: 01461 338 292
E: [email protected]
www.gretnahazeldene.co.uk