Down Hall Country House

Hatfield Heath, Hertfordshire - Exclusive Party

Down Hall is one of England’s most established country house hotels.

Situated on the Hertfordshire and Essex border, in a beautiful village named Hatfield Heath, Down Hall is surrounded by 110 acres of parkland and landscaped gardens.

On approach via a winding and impressive drive, you are greeted by a stunning honey coloured Italianate mansion with a beautifully decorated Romanesque facade. The front entrance of which leads into a grand interior, shows off the high ornate ceilings, natural light and picturesque views of the gardens, typically characteristic of a building of that era.

Dating back to 1322, when records show it to have had a monastery on site, Down Hall has a fascinating architectural history with different generations adding to and embellishing the building.

The ambience is warm and comfortable. Log fires, antiques, welcoming sofas, fine furnishings, wall tapestries and modern amenities create a contemporary home from home.

Whether it is business or pleasure, Down Hall provides the perfect backdrop for endless occasions from a relaxing weekend break, a corporate meeting or wedding ceremony.

Down Hall is located just 9 miles from Stansted Airport and 15 minutes from both the M11 and M25, central London is also just a short 30 minute train journey using the Stansted/London Express from nearby Bishops Stortford train station.

Location

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Package

Exclusive hire of function room
Red or white wine reception (one glass per guest)
Samba Band
Seated Dinner

Event Management

Packages can be tailored to suit your needs.

Venue Style

Country House Hotel

Sample Menu (may be subject to change)

To Start

Cream of Italian Vine Tomato Soup with Shredded Basil (v)

Cream of Asparagus, Pea and Tarragon Soup (V)

Smoked Salmon Roulade with a salad of cucumber and Capers

Salad of Smoked Chicken Bound In Lemon Mayonnaise with Tomato, Celery and Bacon

Tian of Crayfish with Avocado, Tomato and Marie Rose Sauce

Chicken Liver and Foie Gras Parfait with Toasted Brioche and Homemade Chutney [£2.50 supplement per person]

Country Pate with Homemade Piccalilli

Salad of Wild Mushroom and Asparagus with Goats Cheese and Aged Balsamic (v)

Fan of Seasonal Melon With Parma Ham and Figs

Brandy and Dill Cured Salmon with Sweet Grain Mustard Dressing

To Follow

Breast of Chicken
With Creamed Leeks and Red Wine Sauce

Maize Fed Breast of Chicken wrapped in Parma Ham and Sage served with Sage Jus

Pan Roasted Fillet of Beef topped With Foie Gras and Madeira Sauce (£5.00 supplement per person)

Rack of English Lamb topped with Dijon and Herb Crust served with a Rosemary Jus (£5.00 supplement per person)

Rump of Lamb with Red Wine Roasted Shallots and a tomato and Tarragon Jus

Mignon of Pork Tenderloin with Stewed Red Onions and a Apple and Calvados Sauce

Breast of Duck with Braised Red Cabbage and served with Game Sauce

Fillet of Sea Bass on Summer Vegetables with Vermouth Sauce

Roast Salmon with Asparagus and Tomato and Coriander Sauce

Fillet of Cod with Savoy Cabbage and White Wine Cream Sauce

All main courses are served with thyme and garlic roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Main Course Vegetarian

Pumpkin and Sage Ravioli with a Sage Butter Sauce

Mushroom and Goats Cheese Tortellini with Roasted Pine Nuts and Basil Pesto

Char grilled Artichoke and Rocket Tart served with a Smoked Tomato Sauce

Mozzarella, Aubergine and Red Pepper Mille Feuille served with Sweet Pepper Coulis

To Finish

Cherries Clafoutis Tart served with Vanilla Ice Cream & Kirsch Syrup

Lemon Cheesecake with Mango Compote and Passion Fruit Sauce

Praline Gateaux

Caramelised Banana and Frangelico Ice Cream

Baileys Parfait and Chocolate Ice Cream served with Orange Toffee Sauce

Tiramisu with a Quenelle of Mascarpone & Roasted Coffee Bean Sauce

Black Forest Mousse

Amaretto Creme Anglaise and Almond Biscuit

Blackberry & Apple Crumble with Calvados and Cinnamon Ice Cream

Dark Chocolate Mousse with Raspberries and Orange Sauce

Vanilla Creme Caramel with Wild Berry Compote and Shortbread

Terrine of Strawberries in Sweet Wine Jelly with Honey and Creme Fraiche

Itinerary (may be subject to change)

1900 hrs – Guests Arrive, Samba Band Begins, Reception Drinks
2000 hrs – Dinner is Served
0000 hrs – Guests Depart

Dates & Prices

Dates available throughout the Summer.
Price from £90 per person inc VAT
(based on a minimum of 100 guests)

Please contact a member of our team on 020 7384 2355 to check availability for your preferred date.

Dress Code

Smart. No Jeans, t-shirts or trainers are permitted

Capacity

150

Additional Information

All of the prices are per person and include VAT.

Every endeavour is made to ensure that all the information is correct at the time of going to press. However, package, price and content are subject to change. All enquiries and bookings will remain provisional until a signed booking confirmation and deposit has been received.

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