A Chairde, Congratulations to you both on your recent engagement and thank you for considering the Menlo Park Hotel as a possible venue for your forthcoming wedding. We have been honoured to host many spectacular weddings here, and we are proud to say that we have won several awards for our service, our standards and our facilities. It goes without saying that we strive to provide the ultimate in service and attention to detail on your wedding day, ensuring that it is the most memorable and enjoyable day of your life. We offer you three award winning packages which have been tailored to give you more value for money. Full details of our three packages, the Silver, Diamond and Platinum Packages are included in this brochure. In addition you will find details of our venue styling facility and wedding planning service which are also included when you book with us. Please do contact us to arrange a meeting to view our facility and meet the team. We would love to show you around and discuss your plans for your special day. Yours sincerely, Albert Baranyai Wedding Planner 1 P a g e
Menlo Park Hotel No Surprises Guarantee We guarantee that the price quoted at time of booking is final and no increases will be imposed regardless of the date of your wedding We guarantee that we will not request payment in advance - a booking deposit of 1,000 is required to confirm your wedding, but the remaining balance is not due until the morning after your dream day We guarantee that there are no hidden charges such as bar extension or room hire or service charge 2 P a g e
We will work with you to create a theme you will love we will pull out all the stops for both you and your guests All of the extras below are included at no extra charge to you Dramatic Candelabras - offering a touch of luxury Chair Covers - for added elegance White Linens - for a classical touch Multi Mood Lighting - to create that magical feel Pillar Candles - to add to the romance Top Table Arrangements - to dress your table with grace Elegant Personalised Menus - to make them your own Colour Coordination - to create a theme which is unique to you Your preferred background music selection what you will see and hear will be yours uniquely Audio Visual Facility for Personal Video or Photo Slideshow entertain your guests with little insights into your lives 3 P a g e
Albert Baranyai, our dedicated in-house wedding planner will oversee your Wedding from your very first enquiry until your wedding day itself. He has been working with the team at the Menlo Park Hotel for over ten years and has looked after numerous happy couples. Albert is available to meet you at your own convenience and will offer you advice and assistance as well as incorporating your own ideas of your special day. He is happy to advise on other aspects of your wedding and will ensure that everything is well organized, leaving you stress free to enjoy the run up to your big day. 4 P a g e
Award winning 4 star hotel Strictly one wedding per day Flexibility on menu choices Option on layout of banqueting suite Wedding tasting menu prior to big day White linen chair covers Fresh floral central pieces and candelabras chosen by you Option of traditional or contemporary top table Bi-lingual translation of menu available Choice of cake stands Private cocktail lounge, conservatory and patio on arrival for you and your guests Private covered smoking area located just off the banqueting suite Complimentary late bar hire Flexibility to choose your preferred sit down time Luxurious Bridal Suite with Champagne breakfast in bed Fully self-contained wedding wing bedrooms reserved exclusively for your guests Discounted room rates for your guests 35 self-catering apartments available in summer months Well located near the city but with extensive grounds for photography and easy access with extensive free parking 5 P a g e
35 per guest Tea, coffee and selection of biscuits for all guests on arrival Red carpet arrival with champagne for the bridal party Personalised menus and table plans Crisp white linen napkins and chair covers Dramatic candelabra centrepieces Romantic candlelight setting Mood lighting to coordinate with your wedding theme Four course meal with choice of menu Use of cake stand and silver knife Evening finger food: cocktail sausages and sandwiches with a selection of dips Complimentary luxury Bridal Suite on the night of your wedding 6 P a g e
STARTERS (Choose one) Creamy chicken and mushrooms in a flaky pastry case Chilled duo of seasonal melon and pineapple with natural yoghurt and berry compote Homemade vegetable soup Homemade leek and potato soup MAIN COURSES (Choose two) Roast sirloin of Irish beef with horseradish sauce and red wine jus Roast turkey and baked ham with herb stuffing, cranberry sauce and rich gravy Roast supreme of chicken with colcannon mash and a bacon cream sauce Baked fillet of cod with a citrus crust and a white wine and lemon cream sauce DESSERT (choose one) Warm apple pie served with Baileys custard and fresh cream Homemade cheesecake - Baileys, strawberry, chocolate orange, lemon or Toblerone Cream filled profiteroles with warm chocolate sauce Chocolate and almond fudge cake with a chocolate rum glaze and fresh cream We offer a full vegetarian and a full coeliac friendly menu should your guests require it at no extra cost 7 P a g e
42 per guest Drinks reception on arrival for all guests: Summer cocktail or Winter punch Tea, coffee and selection of homemade mini scones with fresh cream and berry compote Red carpet arrival with champagne for the bridal party Personalised menus and table plans Crisp white linen napkins and chair covers Dramatic candelabra centrepieces Romantic candlelight setting Mood lighting to coordinate with your wedding theme Five course meal with choice of menu Two glasses of wine per guest with the meal Use of cake stand and silver knife Evening finger food: cocktail sausages and sandwiches with a selection of dips Complimentary luxury Bridal Suite on your wedding night Two other complimentary bedrooms on the night of your wedding 8 P a g e
STARTERS (Choose one) Creamy chicken and mushrooms in a flaky pastry case Smoked chicken and Provençale vegetable tartlet with pesto sauce Classic Caesar salad of cos lettuce, crispy bacon and parmesan shavings with our homemade Caesar dressing Chilled duo of seasonal melons and pineapple, with wild berry compote, natural yoghurt and champagne sorbet SOUPS (Choose one) Homemade vegetable soup Homemade leek and potato soup Fresh cream of mushroom and tarragon soup MAIN COURSES (Choose two) Roast sirloin of beef served with horseradish sauce and a red wine jus Roast turkey and baked ham with herb stuffing, cranberry sauce and rich gravy Roast supreme of chicken with sweet potato mash and a smoky bacon sauce Grilled fillet of salmon served with ratatouille and a drizzle of pesto sauce Baked fillet of cod wrapped in parma ham with Provençale sauce DESSERT (choose one) Menlo Park Assiette - our popular selection of mini desserts served with rum chocolate sauce and Baileys anglaise Warm apple pie served with Baileys custard and fresh cream Homemade cheesecake - Baileys, strawberry, chocolate orange, lemon or Toblerone Cream filled profiteroles with a rum and chocolate sauce Warm chocolate fondant with chocolate sauce We offer a full vegetarian and a full coeliac friendly menu should your guests require it at no extra cost 9 P a g e
52 per guest Cocktail and canapés reception on arrival for all guests: Summer or Winter cocktail with selection of luxury canapés Tea, coffee and selection of homemade mini scones with fresh cream and berry compote Red carpet arrival with champagne for the bridal party Personalised menus and table plans Crisp white linen napkins and chair covers Dramatic Candelabra Centrepieces Romantic candlelight setting Mood lighting to coordinate with your wedding theme 5 course meal with choice of menu Two glasses of wine per guest with the meal Glass of champagne per guest for toast Use of cake stand and silver knife Evening finger food: cocktail sausages, chicken goujons and sandwiches with a selection of dips Complimentary luxury Bridal Suite on your wedding night Two other complimentary bedrooms on the night of your wedding 10 P a g e
STARTERS (choose one) Roast pepper and goats cheese tartlet with dressed mixed leaves Roulade of Connemara smoked salmon, crabmeat, cream cheese with lime crème fraiche Creamy chicken and mushrooms in a flaky pastry case Smoked chicken salad with honey mustard dressing Classic Caesar salad of cos lettuce, crispy bacon and parmesan shavings with our homemade Caesar dressing Duck / Chicken spring roll and sweet chilli sauce SOUPS (choose one) Homemade vegetable soup Homemade leek and potato soup Fresh cream of parsnip and celeriac soup Cream of tomato and basil soup Wild mushroom and tarragon soup MAIN COURSES (choose two) Prime roast sirloin of beef served with horseradish sauce and red wine jus Roast turkey and baked ham with herb stuffing, cranberry sauce and a rich gravy Roast supreme of chicken with a compote of bacon, mushrooms and potatoes with red wine jus Grilled fillet of West Coast salmon served with asparagus wrapped in pancetta and hollandaise sauce Baked fillet of cod on a bed of creamed spinach with basil roasted cherry tomatoes Grilled fillet of seabass served on a cherry tomato compote and finished with sweet chilli and lime butter See next page for dessert options 11 P a g e
DESSERTS (choose one) Menlo Park Assiette - our popular selection of mini desserts served with rum chocolate sauce and Baileys anglaise Warm chocolate fondant with vanilla ice-cream Homemade cheesecake - Baileys, strawberry, chocolate orange, lemon or Toblerone Cream filled profiteroles with rum and chocolate sauce Passion fruit charlotte with forest berries Apple and cinnamon crumble with vanilla ice-cream Individual fresh fruit meringue with berry compote 12 P a g e
A private room is available for kids to use as a play area where available at no extra charge Unfortunately the hotel cannot take responsibility for children and request that they are supervised at all times by an adult TV and DVD player and colouring pages and crayons are available Children s Menu Homemade soup of the day Duo of melon and pineapple with strawberry yoghurt Cheesy ciabatta soldiers with garlic dip ~~~~ Half portion of roast of the day Spaghetti with tomato sauce Golden fried chicken goujons and chips 4oz beef burger with cheese Sausages Fish goujons and chips All of the above are served with a choice of either vegetables and potatoes or chips ~~~~ Jelly and ice-cream Ice-cream sundae surprise Fruity dippers pieces of fresh fruit with a chocolate dip Children under 3 are free of charge Children under 14 are charged at 15.00 per child Children over 14 are charged at adult rate 13 P a g e
The Menlo Park Hotel is an approved venue and we have hosted numerous civil ceremonies and blessings. We understand how important your wedding is and we are with you throughout to make your wedding very special for you. We can cater from 10-200 guests for a ceremony in a choice of private rooms. All ceremonies are catered to your requirements and your own ideas, and include traditional red carpet aisle, altar and chair covers. Whichever room you choose we will ensure there is a magical feeling using our mood lighting, candelabras and lanterns. Humanist weddings are also available at the Menlo Park Hotel and can be held both indoors or out in the open if desired. The ceremony can be held any day of the week and at any time you would like. Please note: At present Humanist weddings do not carry legal status in Ireland and couples should make their own arrangements in this regard i.e. a Civil Ceremony before or after the Humanist Ceremony. 14 P a g e
Once you have chosen a date we will provisionally hold the booking for 14 days without obligation. After the 14 day period has passed the room will be released unless you confirm to the contrary. To secure the date after this time we require a deposit of 1,000.00, which is credited to your final account. A contract is then issued by the hotel before the actual wedding date. Upon confirmation of your wedding we will send you a voucher for you to have your prewedding tasting dinner at a date that suits you. Additional family and friends are welcome to join you at a discounted rate for you pre-wedding tasting. The hotel has the right to cancel a wedding where it has reason to believe it may prejudice the reputation of the hotel through inappropriate or unacceptable behaviour. The hotel retains the right to cancel any wedding or event that is booked under false pretences or through third parties. Should a confirmed booking with deposit subsequently cancel, the deposit will be refunded only if that date is re-sold to a similar type function or if another date is booked instead. The account must be settled on departure. We are unable to give credit under any circumstances. The final menus should be confirmed 14 days in advance and the final numbers should be advised to the hotel 72 hours in advance - this number will be used for billing purposes. Where numbers increase on the day without notice every effort will be made to accommodate those guests. The greater number will then be used for billing purposes. No Food (other than the wedding cake) or beverages of any kind will be permitted to be taken into the hotel by the patron or guests. This is in keeping with food hygiene laws. Music should stop at 2.00am sharp and the management reserves the right to advise on the music being too loud. Residents Bar is opened until 4am. It is at the discretion of the Manager on Duty to have the bar remain open later than this. As part of the Wedding Package there is a special reduced Accommodation Rate, this applies to the first 10 rooms booked. Ten Booking Forms will be issued to you upon payment of your deposit. On occasion some discount websites may show rooms available at a cheaper rate than our wedding rate your guests are welcome to book at these rates but we are unable to offer them directly to you. Table plans must be submitted to the hotel via e-mail as a word document attachment no later than 72 hours prior to the wedding date. 15 P a g e
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