Book your Christmas Party and Events for 2018

with Holiday Inn Colchester

Why not join us at the Holiday Inn Colchester to celebrate Christmas 2018 in style.

Whether you’re looking to organise a spectacular Christmas party for colleagues, a festive night out for friends or a celebratory feast with loved ones, we’ve got the perfect package for you.

Whichever one of our fantastic Christmas packages you choose, you can be sure we’ll take care of every little detail. All you have to do is turn up and have a wonderful time!

Celebrate with us

Add some sparkle

to your Christmas

Party Nights......................................................3

Private Party Dining Nights ........................3

Festive Lunches ...............................................4

Christmas Day Lunch ....................................4

New Year’s Eve Celebration .........................5

Family Fun New Year’s Eve ..........................5

January Party Nights ....................................6

Stay with Us ......................................................6

Call now to book on 01206 363 400 or email

events@hicolchesterhotel.co.uk

Please visit www.hicolchesterhotel.co.uk for further information

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Party Nights

Private Party Dining Nights

Get into the festive spirit, get your dancing shoes on and enjoy an evening of festive fun including an arrival drink.

StartersLeek, potato and chive soup V GF

Tomato, mozzarella salad, rocket pesto V GF Chicken parfait, red onion chutney and ciabatta toast

MainsRoasted turkey breast with all the trimmings GF

Braised blade of beef, root vegetables, crushed potatoes and gravy Butternut squash and vegetable wellington V

DessertsTraditional Christmas pudding, brandy sauce V Chocolate and orange gateauBaked vanilla cheesecake, raspberry cream

For a more intimate gathering, either corporate or a family occasion, why not book the Castle Suite dressed in festive colours including an arrival drink?

StartersLeek, potato and chive soup V GF

Tomato, mozzarella salad, rocket pesto V GF Chicken parfait, red onion chutney and ciabatta toast

MainsRoasted turkey breast with all the trimmings GF

Braised blade of beef, root vegetables, crushed potatoes and gravy Butternut squash and vegetable wellington V

DessertsTraditional Christmas pudding, brandy sauce V Chocolate and orange gateauBaked vanilla cheesecake, raspberry cream

Premium VIP

experience

availableAvailable Thursday - Sunday throughout

November and DecemberArrival 7.00pm | Disco till 12.30pmCarriages 1.00am | Over 18’s only

Available Thursday - Sunday throughout November and December

Arrival drink 7.00pm | Carriages 1.00am Min 25 - Max 50

£35.95 per person** £30.95 per person**

£29.95 per person* £25.95 per person*

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Christmas Day Lunch

Be prepared for a magical day of Christmas festive fun, including a three-course dinner with coffee and mince pies.

StartersJuniper cured smoked salmon GF

Slow-braised duck, fig and pistachio terrineSpiced parsnip and carrot soup V GF

MainsTraditional Norfolk turkey with all the trimmings GF Roasted beef with a selection of seasonal potatoes and vegetables GF Seared seabass fillet, cider fondant potato, winter greens, shrimp butter sauce GF

Roasted root vegetable and Gruyère lasagne V GF

Festive dessert table

Festive Lunches and Dinners

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with a sumptuous three-course festive meal with friends, family or colleagues.

StartersLeek and potato soup, chive dressing V GF

Tomato, mozzarella salad, rocket pesto V

MainsRoasted turkey breast with all the trimmings GF Butternut squash and vegetable wellington V

DessertsTraditional Christmas pudding, brandy sauce V Chocolate and orange gateau

£56.95 per adult£16.95 per adult

£28.95 per child (5-12)£8.95 per child (5-12)

Available from 12.30pm - 2.30pmAvailable from 12.00pm - 2.00pm and 6.30pm | Minimum of 8 guests

Please visit

our website

for full menu!

Be a VIP!

Get the VIP Experience and

start the night in true style

with a glass of Prosecco

and chef’s selection of

canapés on arrival!

Only £10.00

per person

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New Year’s Eve Celebration

Family Fun New Year’s Eve

Join us for a night of glitz and glamour. Celebrate the New Year with fabulous company, old friends and new, and bring in 2019 in style with an arrival drink.

StartersSpiced parsnip and carrot soupMelon wrapped in Parma ham

MainsSeafood platter including dressed salmon, prawns and mackerelMeat platter including salami, ham, chorizo, beef and pâtéRoast beef served with Yorkshire puddingRoasted honey-glazed hamRoast chickenButternut squash and vegetable wellingtonAll served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables

DessertsAn array of tempting treats

Coffee and petits fours

It’s a night for all the family to enjoy. Bring the kids and celebrate the New Year together in our Traders Restaurant with an arrival drink.

StartersSpiced parsnip and carrot soupMelon wrapped in Parma ham

MainsSeafood platter including dressed salmon, prawns and mackerelMeat platter including salami, ham, chorizo, beef and pâtéRoast beef served with Yorkshire puddingRoasted honey-glazed hamRoast chickenButternut squash and vegetable wellingtonAll served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables

DessertsAn array of tempting treats

Coffee and petits fours

£74.95 per person £55.95 per person

£109.95 per person* £28.95 per child (5-12)

*Including accommodationArrival 7.30pm | Disco till 1.00am Carriages 1.30am | Over 18’s only

£95.95 per person including accommodation | Arrival 7.30pm

Disco till 1.00am | Carriages 1.30am

Stay with us

from £70.00

per room!

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Stay with Us

There’s no need to drive or take a taxi home. Stay over in our hotel with modern bedrooms including an en-suite bath or shower and a full English or continental breakfast in the morning. Take time to relax in our fully-equipped Spirit Health Club including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. For that extra special treat, book an appointment with our Beauty Therapist then get ready to enjoy the evening without any hassle. With rooms available from as low as £70.00 stay with us and stay relaxed.

From £70.00

Prices subject to availability and based on two people sharing a standard double

or twin room and includes VAT. Discounted rates not applicable New Year’s Eve.

January Party Nights

Let the festivities carry on into 2019. If you weren’t able to join us in December, enjoy one of our January Party Nights.

StartersLeek, potato and chive soup V GF

Tomato, mozzarella salad, rocket pesto V GF Chicken parfait, red onion chutney and ciabatta toast

MainsRoasted turkey breast with all the trimmings GF

Braised blade of beef, root vegetables, crushed potatoes and gravy Butternut squash and vegetable wellington V

DessertsTraditional Christmas pudding, brandy sauce V Chocolate and orange gateauBaked vanilla cheesecake, raspberry cream

£25.95 per person

Fridays and Saturdays in JanuaryOver 18’s only | Arrival 7.00pm

Disco till 12.30am | Carriages 1.00am

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Terms and Conditions

1. All reservations will be treated as provisional and will be held for no more than ten days. At the end of this period, a non-transferable, non-refundable deposit is required to guarantee each reservation. If a deposit is not received your reservation will automatically be released.

2. Only cash or credit card payments will be accepted.

3. All balances must be paid by the 31st October 2018. Once final payment is made, no refunds or credit will be given. All monies paid in advance are strictly non-refundable.

4. Bookings made after the 31st October 2018 must be paid for in full at the time of booking.

5. We reserve the right to change/amend/cancel any function up to 14 working days prior to the event date due to circumstances beyond our control. If you do not wish to accept the alternative offer, your monies will be refunded in full but that will be the limit of the hotel’s liability.

6. Alcoholic beverages that have not been purchased from the hotel are not to be consumed on the premises.

7. The management of the hotel reserves the right to refuse entry to the hotel and the right to refuse service. In addition, the hotel reserves the right to charge the organiser, company or individual for any damages caused by anyone in their group.

8. We require all pre-orders to be received by the 31st October 2018 (where necessary). Any special dietary requirements must be made known to the hotel at least two weeks prior to the event. Some dishes may contain traces of nuts.

9. All details are correct at the time of going to press but may be subject to change and availability without prior notice. All prices quoted include VAT at the current rate.

10. Children are classed as age 5-12 years old and are charged at a reduced price. Under 5’s eat free.

Please retain a copy of the Terms and Conditions for your reference.

Please visit

our website

for full menu!

Holiday Inn ColchesterAbbotts Lane , Eight Ash Green, Colchester, Essex CO6 3QLwww.hicolchesterhotel.co.uk

Find us

01206 363 400 events@hicolchesterhotel.co.uk

Contact our Christmas Co-ordinator