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A proposal Rocksalt Photography Rocksalt Photograph by: traditional MONTGOMERY unconventionally weddings TOWN to our GeorgianThe Gem of The Marches A warm welcome Montgomery, located in beautiful Mid and close to Offa’s Dyke, WEDDING is the perfect little Georgian town for you to have your perfect day. For your family and friends, it provides a perfect backdrop for your very special event, and gives them an opportunity to catch up in beautiful PARTIES GUIDE surroundings, both before, during and after the wedding. Montgomery is the perfect Georgian VENUES setting to make your big day& a perfect one. Whether you are looking to have a smaller, more intimate Montgomery TownThe Hall The Dragon Hotel ceremony, or a larger celebration we can cater for all your Montgomery Town Hall, built in 1748, has been The Dragon Hotel is situated in the heart of needs, both on the day and beyond so that you and your a Market Hall, Courthouse and a meeting place Montgomery, behind the Town Hall and square. guests can enjoy a truly memorable occasion. for the local community. It has seen over two The hotel dates back to the 17th Century and We have two venues to choose from. For larger weddings, we centuries of comings and goings – both grand has bags of quirky charm. The hotel’s Bar and have the splendour of Montgomery’s Georgian Town Hall. and humble. For smaller occasions, you can choose the elegant, warm Den have been refurbished over recent months. atmosphere of the 17th Century Dragon Hotel, just across It is a fine example of Georgian architecture Premium rooms, including the Bridal Suite, the Market Square behind the Town Hall. and has a large ballroom on its upper floor. have also been redecorated recently. Whichever venue is the right one for you, both benefit from This has been restored recently and boasts a the wonderful menus created by the Dragon’s talented You will always find the staff very friendly fine refurbished wooden sprung dance floor. Bistro 7 team – for both your wedding day and for meals and ready to help. throughout your stay. On the first floor of the Town Hall there is a The hotel food is provided by the renowned Additionally, we offer a network of local, trusted partners full bar, which is run by The Dragon Hotel. Bistro 7 team, having a much-deserved for, wedding dresses, cakes, photography, flowers, cars, It can be stocked with many different types of music, invitations and of course accommodation, including reputation for tasty, excellent food, using local drinks to meet your needs. This is something bridal suites and rooms for your guests. We can guide you ingredients wherever possible. through the whole process with friendly help and advice. you can discuss with the Dragon Hotel. Also, You just have to ask. see the drinks packages on page 8. The hotel has its own swimming pool and for those who wish to explore the surrounding Recently, a stair-lift has been installed to MONTGOMERY countryside and its beautiful views, directions connect the lower and upper floors for those

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Those who live in – or have connectionsThe with – To hire the Den for a wedding at The Dragon The Dragon Hotel willStag& cater for rooms for Hen Montgomery can choose to get married in the would cost £180. well-behaved stag and hen parties of up to • Wine tasting at local Kerry Vale vineyard lovely St Nicholas’ church in the town, 20 people. Montgomery Town Hall and its various or at one of the local chapels. • Cheese and whisky tasting, followed facilities would need to be booked and hired We will work with your organisers to ensure by poker in our Den For those who would like a civil ceremony, from Montgomery Town Council and the everybody has a great time in this friendly, lovely these can be held in either The Dragon cost will depend upon the number of hours hotel, with great food and drinks on offer. • Cocktails and bingo evenings in the Den Hotel, for up to 40 people in the Den, or in needed and the facilities being used. We can Ideas could include: • Other activities, including cycling, Montgomery Town Hall for up to 150 people. also assist in providing further guidance on • Mini fun triathlons, using our swimming pool, golf or horse riding this, as required. Both venues will have wedding licences, so your hire bikes and nearby destinations! • Tour around Monty’s Brewery and ceremony can take place at either venue. • Minibus visit to recommended local Visitor Centre Same-sex weddings and renewal of vows are country pubs • Late night Bar also extremely welcome. • Visits to local attractions, such as clay pigeon Contact will need to be made with the shooting, quad bikes and archery Registrar’s Office at County Council to book their services to carry out the wedding ceremony itself. Registrar’s fees are separate GET-TOGETHERS sprout.uk.com and payable directly to the Registrar. Weddings are an opportunity for families to occasions. You can reserve their Den for an We can provide further guidance on this Family

Photograph by: meet up and swap stories, as these days, they exclusive private dining experience. as required. are all too often dispersed around the country Brian, who heads up the Bistro 7 team of chefs, – and sometimes the world. combines both professionalism and a friendly Increasingly, families like to book a separate approach. He would be happy to sit down with time for a family meal and get-together, either you and discuss your requirements. the night before the wedding, or lunchtime There are 20 bedrooms in the hotel which the day after. can accommodate family for both the wedding The Dragon Hotel can put together a special, evening and days either side, if required. bespoke family meal for you on one of these

4 5 For your wedding Preparations

TheAccommodation Bridal Suite Select Rooms Wedding PlanningWedding table decorations, wedding cakes, wedding The Dragon Hotel has 20 bedrooms of various Additionally, a further four smaller Select There is always a lot to do when getting transport and gifts and vouchers for the standards and prices. The largest room – Rooms, which have recently been redecorated, everything in place for your special day – happy couple. Room 16, the Bridal Suite – will be dressed are available at a price of £89 per night for including the venue, table decorations, to mark your special occasion, with flowers two, bed and breakfast. flowers, guest transport, to mention a few. Photographs and little special features for the day. Wedding photos are an important part of If you are working to a budget, you may choose Other Rooms your special day and the beautiful setting of If you book a wedding with Montgomery to organise everything yourself. However, you A further 12 bedrooms are available. Some are Montgomery, with its enviable surroundings, Weddings, where the total value of the booking may prefer to hand over all of the organisation on the upper floor, with exposed beams and, in lends itself to this perfectly. exceeds £2000, the Bridal Suite will be to a Wedding Planner. Alternatively, you may some cases, a little bit of restricted headroom. provided free on the wedding day. find you just need a little bit of help on the day. There are a number of locations in and around These are priced from between £59 and £79 the town where wedding photos can be taken It can also be made available before the per night, per room, bed and breakfast. Whatever your preference, we work closely with some beautiful backdrops, including the wedding, as a base for the bride and with a local Wedding Planner, Philippa, who has Our swimming pool is available free stunning views at Montgomery , up bridesmaids to prepare for the ceremony. a wonderful ‘touch’ in making your special day for all hotel residents, but needs to on the hill just behind both the Town Hall just that little bit more special, with creative be booked by the hour. and The Dragon Hotel. Premium Rooms touches and input. She has a wealth of local There are four recently-refurbished Premium contacts. If she is not available for your chosen Larger group photos can be taken close to Other Accommodation Rooms, at a cost of £109 per night for two dates, we can put you in touch with another of the wedding venue and then transport can be If your party requires more rooms, we people, bed and breakfast. our trusted partners. arranged for the bride, groom, key attendants can make recommendations and put you and family to the wedding photo location of in touch with nearby bed and breakfasts, The cost of wedding planning depends upon your choice. guest houses and hotels. how much is required and the amount of time involved. This is something you can talk At this point, other guests could pop over to Please note: At peak times and for weekends through with our wedding planners if you the Bar at The Dragon Hotel for drinks and in the summer, longer advance booking decide this is the way you want to go. nibbles. We could also discuss providing a few periods are advisable. canapés if you wished. Links to Montgomery and We have contacts with a number of local Other Local Businesses

sprout.uk.com photographers and we will ensure that they At Montgomery Weddings, we have formed carry out your requirements for the day in full. close links with local businesses who can supply all you need for your day, including wedding A list of local contacts can be found Photographs by: dresses, flowers, hair and beauty treatments, at the end of this guide.

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You can choose one of the followingDrinks drinks options for your Reception: YourFood wedding day isChoices your special day, so it Food Options with is important that you decide how you want a Difference The Maldwyn The Dragon Firestarter it. We will do everything we can to help you Traditionally, food is served to guests twice • An alcoholic fruit punch on arrival • A cocktail of your choice from the list below, make it your perfect day. during the wedding day – once after the or a bottle of cold Peroni beer • One glass of wine with the meal wedding itself, for the daytime guests and then Whether you choose to have your wedding in • Three glasses of wine with the meal again in the evening to help create that party • One glass of sparkling wine for the Toast The Dragon Hotel or Montgomery Town Hall, atmosphere when your evening guests arrive. • One glass of champagne for the Toast The Dragon Hotel and their excellent Bistro 7 £9.50 per person team can create the perfect menu to suit you. Increasingly, there has been a move away £19.95 per person from having a main meal immediately after The George Herbert Their approach is relaxed and unpretentious, the wedding and towards having a more • A cocktail of your choice from the list Cocktail Choices whilst the service is always highly professional. bespoke, quirky alternative of food available opposite, or a bottle of cold Peroni beer • Pimm’s Whether you prefer a traditional wedding in the evening. • Two glasses of wine with the meal • Buck’s Fizz breakfast, with your guests sitting down to a Of course, it is your choice, but we have set two or three course meal, or something a little • One glass of Prosecco for the Toast • Bellini out a few ideas on the following pages to help different, the quality and flavour created by you consider possible options. You can talk £13.50 per person • Mojito the excellent Bistro 7 team, is sure to help in them through with Brian, The Head Chef, making your special day, extra special! • Other, as agreed along with your ideas for the day and how For Montgomery Town Hall weddings, you we can best deliver them. Non-alcoholic punch, orange or apple juice, or can, of course, decide to use your own caterers sparking or still water can also be offered as an if you prefer, but rest assured the Dragon A Flexible Approach alternative to any of the choices on the package. Hotel and Bistro 7 team can work with you Brian and the Bistro 7 team will work with A corkage facility is not available. to achieve the perfect solution for you. you to create a menu to suit you. Naturally, the more exotic your tastes, the more it is Mid-week weddings, Monday to likely to cost. Thursday, will receive a 20% discount off the George Herbert and Dragon Vegetarian options will always be available and we Firestarter options. can accommodate all tastes, dietary requirements and allergies.

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Food can be providedVenues at three different venues PriceEVENING GuidePARTIES Wedding BreakfastsTraditional as part of Montgomery Weddings, according to The Dragon Hotel can accommodate small A few samples of some options for three courses would include: your numbers on the day: evening parties, of up to 40 people, with music Starters Desserts in the Dragon’s Den. French onion soup Strawberries and cream Chantilly roulade The Dragon Bistro Montgomery Town Hall is a great venue for with Gruyère, croutons and fresh-baked baguette Dining Room Tiramisu an evening wedding party, even if you hold Falafel and hummus The Bistro Dining Room can accommodate up Raspberry trifle the wedding ceremony and after-wedding with dressed salad and pizza fingers to 45 guests exclusively, at any given time. food elsewhere. Stilton, walnut and grape crostini Mango and passion fruit cheesecake Two courses from £28 per head …and many more The Town Hall can accommodate up Prawn cocktail Three courses from £33 per head to 180 guests for the evening. Smoked mackerel pate Followed by coffee, tea and a home-baked with apple slaw and toast snap biscuit 15% discount for Monday to Thursday The Bar is fully stocked and can provide additional drinks if you wish. It has a licence Cheddar pate Children’s Menu for children under 12 years with home-made Bara Brith and onion marmalade The Dragon Bistro Bar to remain open until 12.30am, with the Town can also be provided at £12 per child. This can accommodate up to 75 guests, but is Hall to be vacated by 1am. …and many more Evening Buffet only available for food between 3pm and 7pm Main Courses A finger buffet can be provided for your Monday to Thursday. MUSIC Chicken Forestiere evening guests from £10.90 per person. We have contact with a number of local bands Two courses from £26 per head Sautéed breast of chicken with smoked bacon, who can accommodate all ages and tastes. We mushrooms, garlic and herb gravy This would include standard buffet fare, such Three courses from per head can also arrange a DJ for the evening – either as assorted sandwiches and rolls, home-made £32 Pesto salmon in addition to a band, or as an alternative. Roasted supreme of salmon with a pesto crust quiche, pork pies and home-made chutneys, Montgomery Town Hall and a tomato and cream sauce wide variety of salads, etc. etc. Available for food to be served upstairs up Spinach and mushroom lasagna to 120 guests seated at tables, any day of the Layers of fresh spinach, nutmeg and sautéed week, subject to availability. mushrooms with egg pasta and goat’s cheese sauce Traditional roast meat of your choosing The Dragon Bistro 7 team can provide catering with potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy in Montgomery Town Hall for guest numbers from 40 upwards. Boeuf bourguignon or coq au vin with potatoes and seasonal vegetables Two courses from £29 per head …and many more Three courses from £34 per head

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The followingAlternative are sample menus only. If you like the idea, The Dragon Hotel and Bistro 7 team Mezze Main Courses will sit down and work with you in developing them to suit your own tastes: Mezze food is a great way of sharing food Lots of choices, but this could include: at the table. Lemon and garlic chicken Wedding Brunch Afternoon Cream Teas This can be served at both The Dragon Dolmades Ideal to have after a morning wedding. Served following an afternoon wedding. This is and The Town Hall. Certain options may Beer braised ribs This can be offered for a couple of hours a very stylish way to begin married life, choices be restricted depending upon numbers Slow roasted shoulder of pork immediately after the wedding service. could include: and choices. Beef stifado Croissant A range of specially chosen sandwiches Romesco sauce Mezze food involves a number of different Danish pastries Greek salad Pastries, with chutneys and salads plates being brought to the table for starters Bacon and cheese pastries Roasted vegetables and main meals. Everybody at the table can Sausage and tomato bread Cakes and ‘dainties’ …and many more then choose to have what they would like Croque Monsieur Hot or cold drinks from each of the dishes on offer. Smoked haddock chowder Desserts Cream cheese and smoked bacon bagels Whether vintage, traditional or contemporary, Mezze food tends to have a Mediterranean feel. A selection of standard desserts from our Cream cheese and smoked salmon bagels this option allows you to enjoy your afternoon Traditional Food options on page 11 will also Potato cakes with family and friends in a relaxed atmosphere. Starters be made available. Salsa mushrooms on toast with muffins Lots of choices, but this could include: From £18 per person From £29 per person Baked egg with kipper Hummus Tortilla Baba ganoush Crushed eggs Tzatziki …and many more Taramasalata This includes tea and coffee, but the bar will Crudités be open as well, either at The Dragon Hotel Pitta bread olives or Montgomery Town Hall, depending upon …and many more numbers and preference. From £18 per person Rocksalt Photography Rocksalt

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Bowl Food Street FARE! Contacts Please ask to speak to one of the management team Alternative Contacts Trustedabout your requirements. partners They will give you some These can be set up from a Feeding Station An exciting new idea designed by the Bistro 7 Montgomery Weddings initial information and then arrange a follow-up call. in the upper floor of the Town Hall, or from Head Chef, Brian: 01686 668359 [email protected] Montgomery Town Hall guests coming to a Feeding Station situated The ground floor at the Town Hall would www.montgomeryweddings.wales www.montgomery-wales.co.uk/town/hall.html downstairs in the Town Hall. be converted into a number of food stalls The Dragon Hotel Montgomery town website A wide selection of food can be made available and activities. 01686 668359 www.montgomery-wales.co.uk [email protected] for the evening, including: Visit Montgomery You can discuss the different types of food on www.dragonhotel.com www.visitmontgomery.co.uk • Spanish food, such as paella or chicken offer for the day and set up various food stalls and chorizo stew, with accompaniments for different types of cuisine, such as: TRUSTED Partners • Italian food, such as pollo al Barolo, or • Hot dogs and burgers We have more trusted partners than we can feature on this page. Please contact us belly pork with balsamic and hazelnuts, • Indian food for further information, or visit our website at: www.montgomeryweddings.wales

with accompaniments • Mexican food Wedding planner Hair and Beauty Music • Kebabs on skewers Philippa Long Jane-air.uk Jane Williams Sounds Interesting Anne Tupling • Greek food, such as beef stifado [email protected] 07989349386 www.soundsinteresting.biz Vegetarian [email protected] • funkmania (disco) Wayne and Kieran or roast pork and tzatziki salad, Florists www. jane-air.uk 07835 188198 • www.funkmania.co.uk • Baked Potatoes Flowers by Jan Jan Philips with accompaniments Julie’s Beauty Services 01686 668645 • Pizza 01686 669842 Wedding Transport [email protected] • French food, such as coq au vin or boeuf • Delicatessen with salads and sauces [email protected] John Simpson Serendipity Leanne Williams Classic Car • 07855 024631 bourguignon, with accompaniments • Ice cream 01938 559165 Photography www.classicbridalcar.co.uk [email protected] Rocksalt Hannah Ricard Davys-Jones • Bakery, including cakes and pies, etc 07734219549 Classic VW Camper • 01938 580615 • Moroccan food, such as tagine of lamb Dresses www.rocksaltphotography.com Others [email protected] • Castle Brides Angela with couscous and accompaniments Say-Cheese Photography Services 01588 63833 Boultons of Shropshire Adam Cusak • 01686 668066 With an acoustic musician booked in to [email protected] Vintage bus • 01694 771226 www.say-cheese.photography • Vegetarian alternatives in all cases www.boultonsofshropshire.com/ provide entertainment, this would create a Cakes Love your photos / vintage.aspx • Similar alternatives, as per your wishes great talking point for your special evening, Sam’s Sweet Treats Sam Martha the Photo booth Vicki 01686 650649 07742 784590/01686 651012 Gifts & Vouchers whilst the party goes on upstairs. [email protected] www.marthathephotobooth.co.uk Bunners 01686 668 308 From £11.50 per person The Old Stores 01686 668685 Great Exbaketations Jackie Favours Indigo Moon 01686 669644 From per person 07954 222032 £13.50 Doodle Bakes Nicola Markham The Little Gallery 01686 668866 [email protected] 07706 556131 Beryl Butcher Bespoke quilts, Prices would increase depending upon number Fabulous Cake Creations www. doodlebakes.co.uk 01686 668955 of stalls required and entertainment, etc. Sue Richards • 01588 620568 www.fabulouscakecreations.co.uk Wedding Stationery Other Stephanie Campbell Monty’s Brewery 01686 668933 Hats 07875 480582 www.montysbrewery.co.uk Get Ahead Hats [email protected] Vintage Ice Cream Trolley Peter and Nowela Swanson 01588 620856 • www.dairydreams.co.uk 01588 638246 14 www. getaheadhats.co.uk SAY CHEESE PHOTOGRAPHIC SERVICES CHEESE PHOTOGRAPHIC SAY Photograph by: traditional

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