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Friday 11th July
As a best-selling and multi-prize winning author, William Dalrymple is today one of the world's most celebrated travel writers and a commentator whose reach extends to history, biography, spirituality and mysticism in both the broadcast medium and the printed word.
His books include the highly acclaimed In Xanadu, which he wrote at the age of twenty-two, City of Djinns, The Age of Kali, White Mughals and From the Holy Mountain, a brilliant narrative on the demise of Christianity in the Middle East.
The programme will begin at 12:00 noon when William will talk about his work and experiences.
Lunch will follow at 1:00pm and there will be plenty of time to discuss his books and have your copies signed by the author.
Tickets are £39.00 per person and include the presentation, a three-course lunch, wine and coffee.
For tickets please contact Gill Whatmore Tel: 01823 328322 email chapman@the-castle-hotel.com
or Mary Gibbs Tel: 01823 328324 email mary.gibbs@the-castle-hotel.com
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| An Evening with Michael Portillo |
Saturday 5th July, 6.45pm
An evening with one of the most colourful political figures of the 80s and 90s will form the centrepiece of this year's summer weekend, when former Cabinet minister Michael Portillo recalls some of the highs and lows of his career.
Join Michael when he'll share his experiences in a pre-dinner talk. A set three-course dinner will be served afterwards.
Tickets include the performance, set dinner, accommodation and English breakfast - £159.00 per person.
Contact Mary Gibbs: Telephone 01823 328324 or email mary.gibbs@the-castle-hotel.com
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| Annual Summer Garden Party |
Sunday 6th July, 12 noon
A glass of champagne on arrival, a sumptuous four-course lunch and fabulous live jazz from The Royal Garden Feet Warmers, all in the beautiful setting of our Norman rose garden.
Tickets include Michael Portillo performance, set dinner, accommodation and garden party - £220.00 per person.
Garden party and Sunday evening accommodation only - £142.50 per person.
Contact Mary Gibbs Telephone 01823 328324 or email mary.gibbs@the-castle-hotel.com
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Combine the luxurious comfort of the Castle Hotel with an exciting, yet relaxing day at
Hagley Bridge Farm where you will learn the art of making dairy products. What better
place to learn than the home of the most famous cheese of them all - Cheddar? Cheddar cheese originated in Somerset more than 500 years ago and some of the best cheese is
still made on farms in the West Country.
Arrive at The Castle Hotel and enjoy a three-course dinner in our award winning restaurant.
The following morning, after breakfast, make your way to Hagley Bridge
Farm, nestled next to the River Tone in a hidden Somerset valley surrounded by awe inspiring
Exmoor landscape.
The Dairy School is run by Alison Gibbs who has a long history in making dairy products. Alison
believes the best way to learn is hands-on, so be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get stuck
in! Alison will be there to gently guide you step by step through the art of cheese making. It
won·t all be hard work though, there will be a hearty farmhouse lunch and a chance to sample
some of the best locally produced cheeses.
The course is intended to be relaxed, informative and fun. At the end of the day you will have
some cheese, butter and clotted cream to take home to your family and friends. When they ask
where you got it, you can proudly say "I made it".
Overnight accommodation, three-course dinner with coffee and homemade sweets, an
award winning English breakfast and a day at Hagley Bridge Farm Dairy School with
lunch. £265.00 per person |
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