May we be among the first to congratulate you on your forthcoming nuptials and thank you for considering DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes for your special celebration. CELEBRATE IN STYLE T: 0845 45 45 045 e: [email protected] w: doubletreebyhiltonmiltonkeynes.co.uk w: arenamk.com DoubleTree by Hilton. Where the little things mean everything.™ Weddings at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes Our promise We believe that you should have everything to look forward to and nothing to look after, whether it’s an intimate civil wedding ceremony for 50 guests overlooking the pitch, a grand affair for up to 750 guests in our impressive Ballroom, or a massive shindig for 2000 in Arena MK. Our dedicated events team are there to look after you every step of the way. e venue Built into Stadium MK, home of MK Dons Football Club, Arena MK and Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill, we can certainly promise you a memorable day at what is one of the most unique wedding venues in the region. Our central location means travel for guests is easy; we’re just off the M1 with easy access to Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge and London, and just 35 minutes by car from London Luton airport. We are also pleased to offer free car parking. ere are several beautiful rooms for you to hold your special day in, some with fabulous stadium views, others without. Whilst our busy event schedule means we only have a few available Saturdays per year, here at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes we believe that Friday and Sunday are the new Saturday, so why not take a break from the norm! Delicious food options All of our food is prepared in-house by our talented team of chefs, we have a delicious selection of menus for you to choose from however, if what you are looking for isn’t on the list, please let us know and we can get a quotation prepared for you. In order to maintain our high standards all food and drink must be provided by DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes we do not allow outside catering. Asian weddings Our experienced dedicated team specialise in Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim weddings and we are proud to offer a delicious range of authentic and traditional menus for you to choose from. Plus the option to use your own caterers from our approved list. Spacious and attractive bedrooms We have 304 well appointed bedrooms for your guests to take advantage of after a hard day celebrating! Room rates vary depending on day of the week and number of rooms required, let us know your requirements and we can provide you with a quotation. What happens next Hopefully most of the information you need is included in our wedding folder, however if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment to see the venue or discuss your event in a little more detail please call one of our friendly co-ordinators on 0845 45 45 045 or email [email protected] . We look forward to meeting you soon. T: 0845 45 45 045 e: [email protected] w: doubletreebyhiltonmiltonkeynes.co.uk w: arenamk.com 2 DoubleTree by Hilton. Where the little things mean everything.™ Weddings at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes WE CAN OFFER Civil Ceremonies We are licensed to perform wedding ceremonies in a number of our stylish rooms and can accommodate between 10 to 1000 guests. For a quotation please contact our friendly coordinators. You must give notice of your wedding with the local registrar, a fee applies, you can contact them on 01908 372101. In Milton Keynes you can make arrangements up to 12 months in advance. Wedding Packages We’ve put together a list of wedding packages to make planning your big day a little easier. Choose between Bronze from £40 per guest, Silver from £53 per guest, Gold from £58 per guest and Platinum from £70 per guest. Prices shown are based on a minimum number of guests, if your numbers are less than those stated a room hire charge will also apply. Evening Receptions For guests taking one of our wedding packages as long as you reach the minimum guests shown below, room hire is complimentary. For a ‘reception only’ party a room hire fee applies, please give our friendly event team a call for more information. Number of guests (min-max) Civil Wedding Evening Rooms Ceremony Breakfast Reception EXPLORER OR ENTERPRISE Contemporary spaces with natural daylight. Located on the 10-40 10-40 10-60* first floor, just a short distance from the hotel’s main Ballroom. SKILLS OR ANALYSIS Modern, stylish rooms situated on the 2nd floor. Each benefits 10-40 10-40 10-60* from glorious daytime views over the pitch at Stadium MK and patio doors onto a balcony area. TACTICS Situated on the 2nd floor this stylish room has a connecting door 41-80 41-60 41-80* through to pitchside restaurant and bar. Tactics benefits from a balcony area and daytime views over the pitch at Stadium MK. PERFORMANCE Two spaces in one connected by an archway. Situated on the N/A 41-60 41-100* 2nd floor, Performance has patio doors onto a balcony area and daytime views over the pitch at Stadium MK. PLAYERS LOUNGE Conveniently situated on the ground floor. is stylish room has 120-200 80-140 80-200 natural daylight, a bar area and a private entrance. BALLROOM Our stunning Ballroom can be hired as one big space or broken down into two or three small sections with floor to ceiling 120-1000 120-650 120-700 dividers. e Ballroom may also be hired with a pre-function space, which has daytime views over the pitch at Stadium MK. ARENA MK e grand Arena MK can accommodate up to 2,000 guests. is space truly is a blank canvas allowing you to design your N/A 651-2000 651-2500 perfect day from scratch. e arena is comprised of two balcony areas, a large main floor, dressing rooms and dedicated VIP areas. *not appropriate for receptions requiring live music or a DJ T: 0845 45 45 045 e: [email protected] w: doubletreebyhiltonmiltonkeynes.co.uk w: arenamk.com 3 DoubleTree by Hilton. Where the little things mean everything.™ Weddings at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes 2016/2017 WEDDING PACKAGES BRONZE PACKAGE ree-course wedding breakfast, followed by tea, coffee and petit fours From £40 per person Bronze Menu Selector Starters Please select one starter plus one vegetarian option for the entire group. ai Sweet Potato and Coconut Soup (V/N/C) thai spiced soup made with sweet potato and coconut served with a freshly baked bread roll and butter Baked Wensleydale Rarebit Tart (G/D/V/L/M/SD) warm wensleydale and caramelised onion rarebit tart, with wild roquette balsamic glaze and roasted baby onions Prawn and Melon Salad (G/SF/M) plump mediterranean prawns with cantaloupe and galia melon balls, seasonal leaves, cherry tomatoes and cucumber ribbons dressed with lemon vinaigrette Roasted Vegetable Terrine with Baba Ganoush (V) roasted mediterranean vegetable terrine served with an aubergine & garlic dip and pea shoots Prawn and Crab Cocktail (G/E/SF/M) plump and juicy mediterranean prawns served on seasonal leaves with cucumber ribbons, cherry tomatoes, marie rose sauce and a crab samosa Brixworth Pâté (D/L) locally sourced coarse chicken and pork pâté served with cumberland jelly Caprese Tart with Roasted Tomatoes (G/D/V/SD/L) crisp pastry tart filled with basil panna cotta, topped with roasted cherry tomatoes and bocconcini, balsamic glaze and wild roquette Chicken and Bacon Salad (G/SD) honey roast chicken and smoked bacon with brioche croutons, balsamic glaze and seasonal leaves T: 0845 45 45 045 e: [email protected] w: doubletreebyhiltonmiltonkeynes.co.uk w: arenamk.com 4 DoubleTree by Hilton. Where the little things mean everything.™ Weddings at DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes BRONZE PACKAGE CONT ... Mains Please select one main plus one vegetarian option for the entire group. Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Stuffed with Spinach Mousseline (D/L/E/C) roast chicken filled with creamed spinach mousseline, wrapped in prosciutto served with fondant potato, braised leeks, cauliflower purée and vichy carrots Serrano Ham Wrapped Chicken with a Tomato and Pepper Filling (E/C) chicken filled with a sun-blushed tomato and roasted pepper mousse wrapped in serrano ham, served with patatas bravas, roasted mediterranean vegetables and a tomato and basil sauce Pot Roast Chicken (D/L) chicken and vegetables roasted together in one pot served with creamed potatoes, cabbage cake, roasted heritage carrots, green beans and pan jus Roast Loin of Pork (C) tender loin of pork served with pickled red cabbage, fondant potato, heritage carrots and a broad bean and pea purée Slow Roasted Belly of Pork (D/L/M) succulent pork belly served with wholegrain mustard mash, cabbage cake, vichy carrots and pan jus Vegetable Biryani Arancini (G/D/V/L/E/M/C) fried biryani rice balls coated with breadcrumbs served with aloo gobi, parsnip crisps, yoghurt and coriander Goats’ Cheese and Caramelised Red Onion Pithivier (D/V/L/E/SD/C) savoury pie filled with goats’ cheese and caramelised red onion accompanied by roasted baby vegetables Desserts Please select one dessert for the entire group. Peach Melba (D/V/L) vanilla panna cotta with raspberry mousse and roasted peach Carpaccio of Pineapple (V) delicately sliced pineapple with vanilla syrup and raspberry sorbet Giant Profiterole (G/D/V/L/E) chocolate topped choux pastry filled with chocolate mousse, strawberries, and raspberries Baked White Chocolate Cheesecake (G/D/V/L/E) indulgent white chocolate cheesecake topped with doubletree cookie crumb accompanied by strawberries To End Tea, Coffee and Petit Fours (G/D/V/L/E) To assist you our menu contains information on the most common as well as dishes suitable for vegetarians.