AUTUMN/WINTER 2012/13If you would like to hear

about future events please complete a registration form or email us at

info@castlehse.co.uk or call us on

01432 356321

Castle House, Castle Street, Hereford HR1 2NWwww.castlehse.co.uk

Saturday, 25th August

Seafood EveningOne of the most popular evenings at Castle House is our Seafood night. This month Head Chef Claire Nicholls will be including some delicious lobster to the four-course menu with the freshest fish straight from the market.

Time: 7pm

Tickets: £50 for a four-course dinner, a glass of Prosecco and canapés on arrival

Tuesday, 31st July to Saturday, 1st September

Apple Store Gallery Art ExhibitionAll exhibits are by local artists and may be purchased from Castle House or the Apple Store Gallery in Bridge Street. www.applestoregallery.co.uk

Landscapes ‘From the Forest’ Vibrant landscapes from Forest artists Doug Eaton and Sally Sarneski

Tuesday, 4th to Saturday, 29th September

Downstairs@Castle House

Paintings and Photographs from internationally acclaimed artist and photographer Jonathan Myles-Lea.

Friday, 7th to 29th SeptemberWe are very proud to welcome artist and photographer Jonathan Myles-Lea to exhibit at Castle House. He is the UK’s leading painter of country houses and gardens and his commissions include Highgrove, The Laskett, Daylesford and Oprah Winfrey’s house in California. Awarded the title ‘Living National Treasure’ by Country Life magazine, he has completed more than 60 major commissions in 10 countries.

Now resident in Herefordshire, Jonathan’s studio is The Folly at Sir Roy Strong’s Laskett Gardens. This exhibition includes some of his recent photographic works.

Thursday, 13th SeptemberJonathan Myles-Lea will be talking about his body of work and some of the interesting commissions he has worked on.

Time: 12pm – 3.00pm

Tickets: £22 to include talk and two-course lunch

Wednesday, 26th September

Indian Summer with Rayeesa at Castle House

Join us for another evening of delicious Indian food from the increasingly famous Rayeesa, who will be demonstrating how to make one of her favourite recipes which will be easy, quick and very tasty. Enjoy an assortment of spicy starters, a selection of main courses and a vegetarian option, followed by a variety of authentic Indian desserts.

Time: 7pmDemonstration in the garden: 7.30pm

Tickets: £50 including dinner

Throughout the Summer We will be offering a two-course Summer Lunch with a complimentary glass of House wine for £20 in the restaurant, Castle Bistro or, jetstream permitting, on the garden terrace.

We hope to be organising some barbecues in the garden on Saturdays, details of which may be found at www.castlehse.co.uk

Tuesday, 2nd to Friday, 26th October

Art Exhibition - Book ArtsLocal artists interpreting narrative through art

Friday, 26th to Sunday, 28th October

Herefordshire Flavours FestivalTaking place in and around Hereford with an array of exciting events and culinary stars including Mary Berry, Tony Tobin, Xanthe Clay and Katy Ashworth.

Saturday, 27th OctoberEx-chef and Daily Telegraph Food Editor Xanthe Clay will be talking about her new book The Contented Cook and giving a demonstration at Castle House with Head Chef Claire Nicholls and George Watkins.

Time: 10.30am

Tickets: £15 including a copy of Xanthe’s book

See festival programme for details of all the Flavours of Herefordshire events or visit www.visitherefordshire.co.uk

Friday, 26th October to Friday, 30th November

Born and BredPhotographs by Kate Healey

Born and bred in Herefordshire, Kate Healey studied photography at Hereford College of Art and for her degree at Falmouth. Although her career has taken a different direction, Kate can still be found out and about taking photographs, with Herefordshire countryside her speciality. She is fascinated by country life and the farming community and this exhibition reflects her deep interest. All exhibits are for sale.

Sunday, 4th November

Fireworks and Barbecue in the GardenEnjoy a glass of warm mulled wine and a hearty Bonfire Night barbecue and watch our fireworks over the castle moat. Children are very welcome.

Time: 7pm Fireworks: 8.30pm

Tickets: Adults £18 Children £8

Thursday, 8th November

Game Evening with wines from Nothing But The Grape

Claire Nicholls will be creating a four-course seasonal game dinner and Rupert Birch from organic wine company Nothing But The Grape will be matching specially selected wines and discussing the reasons behind his choices.

Time: 7pm

Tickets: £50 including a four-course dinner and wines

Christmas Art ExhibitionApple Store Gallery has put together an exhibition of local artists’ work that will appeal to people looking for festive gifts.

Festive Flowers and WreathsDebbie Coplans from Hibiscus, Hereford’s favourite florist, will help you to make the most eye-catching flower arrangements or wreaths to last throughout the festive period. These one-to-one workshops include all materials, a two-course festive lunch and coffee.

Tuesday, 4th DecemberWreath-making for a front door or a table

Tuesday, 11th DecemberFestive centrepiece flower arrangement

Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm

Tickets: £50 including all materials, two-course lunch and coffee

(Special price: £95 if both classes are booked together)

Wednesday, 12th December

Castle House Christmas Shopping EveningThis popular evening provides the ideal opportunity to finish off your gift shopping. There will be a selection of interesting stalls with clothes, accessories, toys, jewellery and lots more ideas. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine while you shop, pre-order your supper and we will call you when it is ready.

Time: 4pm - 7pm

Special two-course supper: £20 (please book early to avoid disappointment)

Shopping at Castle HouseHereford’s Hat Trick and Ross-on-Wye’s Crows Feet both have a cabinet at Castle House with a selection of gifts that can be purchased every day from 7am until 11pm.

2013

Thursday, 24th January

The One Dietby Georges Philips & Simon Shawcross

Personal Trainer (and Herefordian) Simon Shawcross has co-written a book called The One Diet which has taken the United States by storm. The One Diet is not a calorie or point counting cumbersome diet. It is simply a diet based on good food which everyone can enjoy plus a 20-minute weekly workout to maximise the dietary results. Simon will be talking about his book and the ethos behind the diet, and he has worked with Claire Nicholls to create a menu to can get you started. www.theonediet.com

Time: 7pm

Tickets: £45 including a three-course dinner and signed copy of The One Diet

Sunday, 3rd March 2013Castle House Open Day and Wedding FairContact Rebecca Watkins 01432 356321 or speak to reception

Wednesday, 9th March 2013 (provisional date)Peter Scudamore’s Cheltenham Preview

Diary Dates

Festive Lunches and Dinners Three-course Traditional Christmas Lunch £20Throughout December we will be offering traditional Christmas lunch and dinner menus with all the trimmings. Castle House’s Restaurant and Bistro are just perfect for a really enjoyable and spoiling celebration.

Office Party?Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at Castle House and our three-course Party Menu for £28 including a glass of Prosecco, crackers and mince pies. (We do advise early booking to avoid disappointment. Once you have confirmed your pre-order with us, we will require payment in full.)

Monday, 31st DecemberNew Year’s Eve DinnerCelebrate the New Year in Castle House’s elegant and relaxing surroundings. Count down to 2013 with Champagne, a seven-course tasting dinner followed by fireworks beside the old castle moat. £100 per person

Forget the car and stay the night in one of our luxurious rooms and start 2013 with a full English Breakfast in the morning. Dinner, Bed and Breakfast £200 per person for one night (based on two people sharing – except single rooms – and including VAT).

Considered one of the finest restaurants in the Midlands, Castle House was invited to be in the Relish Midlands book and Claire Nicholls has provided three delicious recipes. Copies available from reception at £20