Contents

Elmore Court ...........................................3

You and Your Day ..................................4
The Court .................................................5
The Gillyflower ........................................6
Kit and Caboodle .....................................7

Be Wild .....................................................8

The Hire ...................................................9

Summary ................................................12
Prices .......................................................12
Food ..........................................................14
Drinks ......................................................19
Map ..........................................................23
Elmore Court
Welcome to Elmore Court. We are a family home, a country prettiest and so much more both outside and in.
house and a place for maximum celebration.
There are 16 comfortable and elegantly designed bedrooms
Elmore has over 700 years of family history, yet we are wildly and we can sleep 37 guests as well as the married couple.
young at heart, sustainably run, consistently rated 5 stars Also included is the recently renovated Coach House which
and entirely surrounded by stunning countryside views over brides or grooms have access to for the night before so that
The Cotswolds. they, and some select friends and family, can wake up at
Elmore for hair, makeup and a small glass of something...
As a wedding venue we have several brilliant options for the
ceremony and reception including the historic and magical And... look out for our planned Treehouses looking out
Great Hall, a Norman church described as one of England’s over rewilding land.

Rob Tarren
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 Andy Gaines
You and Your Day

We think that every wedding should be personal, fun and of We created a romantic, totally sound proofed and sustainable
course beautiful. So that is what we provide at Elmore; for you new building for drinking, dining and that all important first dance.
to have the wedding that reflects you and your dreams in a It’s there so we’re never turned down by a neighbour’s complaint,
place we hope will exceed all your expectations. so you can play it loud, play it clear and dance to your heart’s
content. It’s a ‘Royal Institute of British Architects’ award-winning
The house and handsome gardens are exclusively yours for you to building and something very special.
take your vows in front of family and friends and to celebrate with
them afterwards. We are able to host civil and other ceremonies It’s called The Gillyflower and you can read more about it later.
at Elmore and just down the road is the exquisite Elmore Church
where Christian Marriages and Blessings can be held. So how your day goes is up to you and we can help you realise
that. One of our brilliant wedding co-ordinators will work with
This is of course a time for celebration! Parties, festivals, food, you throughout; from when you book until after you’re married.
drink, fun and games are things that are built into our very beings
and drove us to design the improvements here so that you can Over the next few pages we will tell you more about the things
enjoy your day in the way you would like... As far as that is possible. we offer and include.

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The Court
The house dates back to around 1580, though the Guise family rooms, corridors, nooks and staircases and during your stay these
have lived on this spot since 1274 (!) and it is still first and can be fully enjoyed, and you will feel the place is completely
foremost a family home. your own. The downstairs is mainly taken up by 4 reception rooms;
The Hall, Dining Room, Drawing Room and Morning Room.
The Court is a wonderfully eclectic mix of different architecture,
from Elizabethan through to Victorian and almost all of the Served by 3 staircases are 16 bedrooms, one of which you can
alterations over the years were done specifically to entertain, an choose for your first night of married life. They are all designed
intention we are faithfully continuing. and considered with a great deal of love and are incredibly
comfortable. You also have access to a private kitchen and in
Elmore has always had a reputation for being the perfect house the morning, we provide a much needed breakfast in the
for parties and gatherings and has many great and historical Dining Room.
Brett Charles

Rob Tarren
Matt Davis

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James Fear
Eve Dunlop
The Gillyflower
This is our ballroom, our marquee, our place for festivity. In many ways The Gillyflower exists for music and as our roots are
on the dancefloors of music festivals, it would be rude not to
We are in such a beautiful, rural and quiet part of England we have state of the art sound and lights...
wanted to create a space where we could play music in the
countryside and, if necessary, play it loud. Music can be played through either or both of our sound systems.
With direct support and design from who we think is possibly the
It needed to be romantic, exciting and worthy and also made using best sound company on the planet, Funktion One, we really do have
materials that could be found on our land. the capability for excellent, clear and, if you desire, loud sound.

It is a “future-rustic” dinner and dancing venue that has been And our lights are cutting edge too. A discreet but highly
designed to work with larger and smaller parties (anything from controllable digital LED lighting system sits in the ceiling above
around 60 to 200 and beyond) with walls made from ‘rammed the dancefloor, the whole space has mood-controlled LED
earth’ and timber sourced from our woodlands. luminaires and then, of course, there’s the ‘Lightshower’ that was
installed by one of the world’s most respected lighting artists -
It has a meadow roof that blends with the adjacent fields Bruce Monro.
and stunning windows that frame our views over the
English countryside. This is something different.

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Kit and
We are proud to keep adding and improving to make Elmore Also included is our rather smart ‘Coach House’ which we created And there is more. We mentioned the sound system on the
the best it can be. especially for the night and morning before. It has a separate access previous page. It’s cracking and clear and easy to use. Bands and
route and though close to the main property feels very contained. DJs can simply plug in their equipment so there’s no need to lug
We also inherited a Norman church when the family arrived in the It’s comfy, private and includes 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bulky stacks of speakers along. The dance floor is proper...

Caboodle
13th Century; the ‘Church of St John the Baptist’ is just down the a kitchen and a sitting room with a sofa bed.
road and available for Christian Marriages and Blessings. It is We include radio microphones, PA, cake stand, display easel for
considered one of England’s prettiest. If you would like to be married Why not also treat yourself to a gorgeous massage and beauty your table plan, tables, chairs and almost everything you might
there this can be arranged although, like most parish churches, it treatment from our friends at ‘Cotswold Spa’, who offer restorative need bar your key suppliers. Our chefs cook amazing food, our
does require some attendance before the wedding day so that you organic treatments within the comfort of Elmore Court. It’s the staff serve you and there is a bar in both the Gillyflower and in
can have your ‘Banns’ read. Just ask if you’d like to know more. perfect way to relax and forget your pre-wedding nerves. the main house for those staying later on.

Laura Power
Mandorla London

Harry Michael

Eve Dunlop
Eve Dunlop

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Be Wild
In our own little way, we have always wanted to ensure that about with regenerative farming and have six immersive
what we do at Elmore is aligned with the needs of nature and treehouses in the pipeline.
the environment.
Our hope is that you will feel the love we have for this place
The Gillyflower is built from materials from our land, the hot and connect to the world beyond ourselves; swim wild, walk
water and heating provided by our woodlands, our power is amongst the birds and the bees or simply sit and soak it all in.
renewable, and our food is, as far as possible, grown by us or The English countryside can be a different place for us all.
sourced locally and seasonally.
This all means we can truly aim for the shenanigans that
We have embarked on a journey to re-wild a large part of occur at the Court to be fun, loud and expressive with the
the estate; giving back the land to nature. We are also setting planet smiling at us. We can be truly wild.

Eve Dunlop
Eve Dunlop
Eve Dunlop
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 Mandorla London

Lush Imaging

Rob Tarren
James Fear

The Hire Elmore Court can be booked for as many days as you like
throughout the year, apart from in January when we close for
refurbishment. Our prices vary depending on the time of year
and the days you choose. Most select one day and night only
and generally they’re a Thursday, Friday, Saturday or a Sunday.
Included is your choice of bedroom for the night of the wedding as
well as 15 bedrooms in the main house for your friends and family.
These have a value and you might find it helpful to ask your guests
to pay for those rooms in advance. You can find out more in the
Summary and Hire section on the centre pages of this brochure.
Though there is no restriction on how long you can be with us!
Please note apart from breakfast, all food and drink are at an
You and your guests will have exclusive use of the private house additional cost and the second half of this brochure explains a
and gardens from midday until 10.30am the following day as well bundle more about what we can do for you on that front.
as the use of the Gillyflower and surrounding grounds. We also
include the use of the Coach House from 4pm the day before As a general rule people don’t choose to marry on a Wednesday so
until 12.30pm by which time you will have moved across to the we thought a fun option would be to make Wednesdays available
main house (though this doesn’t apply if you book a ‘Long for the price of the rooms only for those who choose a Thursday
Thursday’; read more about this later in this section). for their wedding. This we call a ‘Long Thursday’.

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The Hire
The beautiful thing about a Long Thursday is that friends and Christmas itself is not available for weddings and New Year’s Eve
family can make themselves at home the night before, have is a special price. If you have any questions, please just ask.
dinner in the Dining Room and all wake up on the morning of the
big day to a delicious hearty breakfast before the nuptials begin. And one last important point. Even though the rooms are
included in the hire of Elmore Court we will not ask you to
(continued) The Coach House is not normally included for Long Thursdays and pay for them at the time of booking. The 50% advance payment
check in is at 3pm on the Wednesday. It also is worth mentioning on the venue hire, that is paid when you book, is on the hire less
that we treat Sundays on bank holiday weekends the same as the value of the rooms; this is shown on the centre pages of
Saturdays and Bank Holiday Mondays as Sundays. Easter has this brochure.
slightly different pricing as well, particularly Maundy Thursday
and Good Friday. But with all things... Feel free to ask us anything.

Rob Tarren
Brett Charles

Brett Charles

Lush Imaging
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Jason Ingram
Summary Prices
A Shorter Word

At Elmore we do our best to ensure you have a magical time. The Coach House is for the night and morning before. It is SATURDAYS Ex Rooms / Hire Price STAYING OVERNIGHT
For that to happen, we believe, you need to have the run of accessed via its own private driveway and though close to the
the place and be able to do what you want to do. We’re here to main property feels very contained. This will be yours from June, July & August...................................................£12,000 / £15,000* All bedrooms have their own en-suite bathrooms†and include
make it so. 4pm the day before until 12.30pm the following day. It includes breakfast that is served in the Dining Room. You are welcome to
2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and sitting room May & September.......................................................£10,500 / £13,500* pass this cost (valued at £3,000 per night) to your guests. Below is
There are a total of 16 bedrooms in the main house for you with a sofa bed. We provide continental breakfast on the a breakdown of their individual prices...
April, October & December........................................£8,500 / £11,500*
and your guests. The rooms are all at least doubles, several wedding morning and it all means you are able to get ready
can easily be made into twins and four can sleep more than a here before you gain access to the main house. February, March & November...................................£7,500 / £10,500* The Bachelor Room £170
couple; we can accommodate 39 without adding more beds.
The Butler’s Room £200
Cooked breakfast is included.
FRIDAYS The Cook’s Room £170
†
The Footman’s Room £140
June, July & August....................................................£9,000 / £12,000
The General’s Room £220
May & September........................................................£8,000 / £11,000
The Governess’ Room† £140
April, October & December......................................£7,000 / £10,000
The Hole in the Wall £190
February, March & November...................................£6,000 / £9,000
The Map Room £180
INCLUDED The Gillyflower **
The Master Suite £300
• Exclusive use of the private house & gardens from midday • Round tables & chairs for up to 150 and banquet & bench SUNDAYS The North Room £200
until 10.30am seating for up to 200 guests
June, July & August.....................................................£8,000 / £11,000 The Nursery £220
• Exclusive use of The Gillyflower & surrounding grounds • Fully staffed bar May & September.......................................................£7,000 / £10,000 The Oak Room £230

• State of the art sound-system by Funktion One April, October & December.......................................£6,000 / £9,000 The Porch Room £230
• Exclusive use of The Coach House from 4pm the day before
until 12.30pm on the day of your wedding∞ February, March & November....................................£5,000 / £8,000 The Private’s Room £190
• Cutting edge lighting
**
The Smoking Room £300
• Civil Ceremony Licence
• Dance floor & stage The Time Room £220
THURSDAYS
• Wedding Coordinator to assist you all the way through to The Coach House ‡
£400
your big day • Wireless PA Systems & Microphones
June, July & August.....................................................£6,500 / £9,500
• Rest rooms May & September........................................................£6,000 / £9,000

• Cake stand & knife April, October & December........................................£5,500 / £8,500

The Court February, March & November....................................£5,000 / £8,000

• Display easel for your table plan

• The Hall
LONG THURSDAYS∞
• The Drawing Room
June, July & August....................................................£6,500 / £12,500
• The Morning Room Garden May & September.......................................................£6,000 / £12,000

• The Dining Room • Landscape lighting April, October & December........................................£5,500 / £11,500
February, March & November....................................£5,000 / £11,000
• Chairs for Service • Outside furniture
** The Master Suite or Smoking Room are normally chosen as the Bridal Suite
• Rest Rooms • Kadai fire bowl and wood (weather dependent) Please note that the price includes all the bedrooms in the main house. The greyed but we are flexible on which room you’d like to use.
out numbers to the left shows the cost to you less the 15 guest bedrooms. We bill the
• A choice of bedroom for the night of the wedding bedrooms separately and the advance payment on booking is 50% of the ‘ex rooms’ † The Footman and Governess share a bathroom.
(normally the Master Suite or the Smoking Suite) venue only figure.
‡ The Coach House is occasionally available for the night of your wedding
• 15 Additional Bedrooms for your friends and family though at this additional cost. Please ask.
* Seated numbers below 100 on Saturdays incur a surcharge of £30 per head.
Bank holiday Sundays are charged at a Saturday rate and Bank Holiday Mondays
∞ Please see pages 15 and 17 for more about Long Thursdays. The price excludes on a Sunday rate. Please ask about Easter prices, particularly the Thursday and Should you wish to spend the weekend, or more than one night at Elmore Court,
the normal use of The Coach House. Good Friday. New Years Eve, Christmas and other days of the week – Prices on Request. we would be happy to chat through your requirements.

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 Nick Pumphrey
There is an island close to here where the wine doth flow as does the beer,
Music and fun and unparalleled sport, all to be found at Elmore Court!
(Hamish Guerrini aka The White Rabbit in a thank you letter 2019)

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Food
Our menus have had a great deal of thought put into them the land that is in the process of rewilding. Whether things
and we have designed them in such a way that we know we are grown here or from local suppliers we are conscious to
can deliver at the highest level. always minimise the journey from field to fork. As such some
items are only available at the right time of year.
We are deeply committed to sustainability and that principle
is reflected in our food and how we source ingredients. The kitchen team is incredible; their experience, skill
and passion at delivering consistently excellent food is a
An ever increasing amount of our vegetables, fruit and wonderful thing to behold.
herbs are grown in the walled garden, greenhouse and the
surrounding fields of the estate. Soon we will also have free Please note these menus are for 2022 only; they are updated
range and ‘hyper-pasture’ fed beef, pork and venison from each summer for the following year. Enjoy!

Kirstie Young

Kirstie Young

Gary Nunn
Seb Coman
James Fear

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The Main Event
Our main menu. This is the 2022 menu and future years will be published each summer. Please choose one starter,
one main and one pudding for each person in your party. You’re welcome to choose a vegetarian alternative.
Otherwise split, sharing and bespoke menus will incur a supplementary charge as do certain items on the menu.

Price per person........................................................................£50.00 MEAT MAINS ROAST

British bresaola, goats curd, blackcurrant vinaigrette Served with duck fat roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and gravy
VEGAN & VEGETARIAN
STARTERS Local artisanal charcuterie, dill pickle, chutney, chargrilled Beef rump, Yorkshire pudding
Barbecued courgette, succotash salad, pomegranate molasses
sourdough
(vgn) (sa)
Chicken breast, bread sauce
VEGAN & VEGETARIAN Teriyaki chicken, soba noodle & edamame bean salad, coriander
Chermoula marinated roast squash, giant couscous & seasonal
& sesame dressing Slow cooked lamb shoulder, mint sauce
Seasonal soup, warm bread roll & butter (vgn) vegetable tagine (vgn)
Fried halloumi, Monmouthshire air-dried ham, preserved fig Pork loin, crackling, apple sauce
Chickpea & rosemary panisse, romesco (vgn) Herby falafel, quinoa salad, pepitas, carrot & orange puree (vgn)
Barbecued bratwurst, potato salad, jalapeno salsa Nut roast, cauliflower cheese (vgn)
Heirloom tomatoes, buffalo milk mozzarella, basil, pickled shallots, Aubergine parmigiana, leaf salad
olive oil (vgn) (sa) Ham hock and cheddar tart, onion marmalade, dressed leaves
Wild mushroom & black truffle risotto
Beetroot, feta & orange salad, hummus, toasted seeds, orange Rigatoni, slow cooked Longhorn beef bolognaise, ricotta, basil,
dressing (vgn) Orecchiette pasta, pesto, garden vegetables, lemon ricotta DESSERTS
pine nuts (sup. £2.50 per person)

Arancini “Napoli”, Grana Padano (vgn) Confit duck rillettes, toasted baguette, remoulade Seasonal frangipane tart, vanilla custard
(sup. £2.50 per person)
Asparagus, poached egg, hollandaise, parmesan, croutons (sa) The below are served with matching vegetables from our estate Chocolate fondant, vanilla gelato
Pressed pork shoulder, quince, shitake mushrooms, celeriac
Goats cheese & walnut tart, dressed leaves Apple & quince crumble, custard (sa)
puree (sup. £2.50 per person) FISH
Fried halloumi, green apple and hazelnut salad, blossom honey fig Chocolate mousse, Bailey’s cream, pistachio
Roast salmon, beetroot, potato & hazelnut salad, sauce vierge
Sticky toffee pudding, toffee sauce, salt caramel gelato
Market fish, chickpea, chorizo, piquillo pepper & sherry stew
Lemon verbena buttermilk pudding, ginger crumble
FISH Roasted cod fillet, fried polenta, preserved lemon aioli
(sup. £5.00 per person) Vanilla cheesecake, berry compote
Smoked salmon, buttermilk blini, crème fraiche, capers, lemon
Pan fried sea bass fillet, crushed new potatoes, white wine, Chocolate delice, hazelnut gelato
Smoked mackerel pate, chargrilled sourdough, dill pickle lemon and parsley velouté (sup. £5.00 per person)
Eton mess (sa)
Classic prawn cocktail

Smoked haddock & leek fishcake, lemon mayonnaise

MEAT
Pan fried sea bass fillet, Thai slaw, cashew, coriander & lime
Lemon & rosemary marinated roast chicken breast, crispy potato
(sup. £2.50 per person)
hash, tomato & basil ragu, parmesan
Crispy skin salmon, sweet potato & coconut curry, mango jam
Roasted chicken breast, pork and apple meatball, cauliflower
(sup. £2.50 per person)
puree, crushed new potatoes, pancetta, Madeira jus
Crab & cheddar tart, dressed leaves (sup. £2.50 per person)
Slow cooked beef shin, wild mushrooms, parsnip puree,
dauphinoise potato, red wine jus

Confit duck leg, braised cannellini beans, pork and fennel sausage,
crispy fried courgette, salsa verde (sup. £3.00 per person)

Pork fillet, caponata, fondant potato (sup. £3.00 per person)

Braised lamb shoulder, celeriac puree, gremolata, roasted baby

potatoes with rosemary, jus (sup. £3.00 per person)

Charred lamb rump, tabbouleh, pistachio & mint yoghurt

(sup. £5.00 per person)

8oz grass fed sirloin steak, pommes Anna, chimichurri with vgn - can be vegan
peppercorn & bearnaise to the table (sup. £5.00 per person) sa - seasonal

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Canapés Chef’s Menu
Small and perfectly formed Our head chef has come up with a special treat of a selection.
For those that want to push the boat out.

Price per item............................................................................. £2.80 Price per person........................................................................£80.00

For pre-dinner we recommend no less than 4 canapes

per person and for a 2 hour cocktail party at least 8...
Amuse-bouche

STARTERS
VEGAN & VEGETARIAN Lobster ravioli, bisque

Hummus, basil & Kalamata olive crostini Braised pig’s cheek, apple, salsify, candied pecans

Southern fried cauliflower, chilli mayo Gnocchi, black truffle, cep puree

Fried halloumi taco, sweetcorn, chilli & coriander

Baked cherry tomato & pesto puffs, grated parmesan

MAINS
Fried polenta, sweet and sour cherry tomato
Market fish (best landed), potato and herb dumplings, vanilla,
Mac & cheese, aioli samphire and Champagne sauce

Goat cheese, fig & candied walnut toasts Longhorn beef fillet, foraged mushrooms, parsnip crème, potato
terrine, ox tail and red wine sauce

Seasonal vegetable pithivier, burnt scallion crème fraiche

FISH
Sea bass ceviche, Peruvian chilli, lime
DESSERTS
Plaice goujons, mushy peas, tartar
An Assiette of the below
Old bay spiced crab tartlet
Lemon buttermilk pudding
Smoked salmon & dill cream cheese blini
Seasonal frangipane tart, crème anglaise
Asian style fish fritter, Nam Jim dipping sauce
Raspberry sorbet

Chocolate delice
MEAT
Roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, mustard mayonnaise, grated
horseradish

Crispy lamb shoulder, miso baked aubergine, pomegranate

Fried chicken Teriyaki

Pork and apple sausage rolls

Farmhouse chipolatas, honey and mustard

Beef empanada, chimichurri

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The Bar B Q Evening Food Kids
Offered in addition to our Main Event menu for the night before the big day. We like to offer children with smaller appetites a half portion of the adult meal for half the adult price,
however if you would prefer to serve them something different, then please find alternative menus below.
Only available during the summer.
Please select a starter, a main course and a pudding.

Price per person........................................................................£40.00 Royale with cheese, special sauce..............................................£9.50 Price per nipper.........................................................................£20.00

Cooked alongside you. Come up and help yourself! Southern fried chicken burger, iceberg, Sriracha mayo............£9.50

Hot dog, Frenchie’s American mustard, ketchup,

STARTERS
caramelised onions.....................................................................£9.50

SALADS Garlic bread

Bacon bap, ketchup....................................................................£8.50

Couscous Mini pitta pizza

Fishfinger bap, iceberg, tartar sauce..........................................£8.50

Garden Vegetable sticks, hummus

Falafel & fried halloumi box, pitta, grated carrot and
beetroot salad.............................................................................£8.50
Potato
Shroom burger, sweet chilli mayo.............................................£8.50
MAINS
Fries..............................................................................................£3.50
SIDES Fishfingers, chips & peas
Sweet potato fries.......................................................................£4.50
Slaw Bangers, mash, carrots & gravy
Chilli cheese fries........................................................................£5.50
Smoked corn on the cob Spaghetti, tomato sauce
Cheese board - A selection of fine cheese, chutney, crackers,
Jalapeno & cheddar corn bread bread & fruit................................................................£10 per person

DESSERTS
CARNIVORES
Ice cream sundae
Low & slow smoky short rib
Chocolate brownie, ice cream
Pork links
Mini toffee pudding
Pickle brined chicken thighs

HERBIVORES
Borlotti bean burgers

Chermoula courgettes

Hot sauce, chimichurri, ketchup, mayo, brioche buns

SWEET
Double chocolate brownies

Summer berry pavlova

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The Coach House Jolly Wednesdays
For those that need a little nourishment the night before... These menus are for the Wednesday of a Long Thursday. A bit special.

SALADS.........................................................£10.00 per person The below are served with matching vegetables from our estate, BARBECUE
warm bread and butter
Salmon niçoise - Gem lettuce, flaked salmon, boiled egg, green Price per person........................................................................£30.00
beans, baby potato, capers, olives, bocarones, mustard vinaigrette 1 course.......................................................................................£25.00
Including something sweet.......................................................£35.00
Greek - Feta cheese, oregano, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, 2 courses....................................................................................£30.00
peppers, tomatoes, mint, lemon, olive oil Available during the summer, cooked alongside you. Come up and help yourself!
Grain - Mixed grains, pomegranate, seeds, currants, roasted
vegetables, house vinaigrette
MAINS
Couscous - Israeli couscous, roasted peppers, raisins, lemon, fresh SALADS & SIDES
Scottish salmon fillet, Moroccan couscous, lemon yoghurt
herbs, halloumi crumb and olive oil
Garden salad
Roasted chicken, crisp lettuce salad, French fries, aioli
Coleslaw
Braised beef casserole, caramelised shallots, mashed potato
SHARING PLATES........................................£10.00 per person Couscous
Duck and pork belly cassoulet, sauteed rosemary potatoes
Served with warm baguettes and butter
Fish pie, cheddar mash
Charcuterie selection, olives, marinated peppers, sun dried
tomatoes, mozzarella, artichokes
Shepherd’s pie CARNIVORES
Smoked salmon, white anchovies, pickled herring, mackerel pate,
Moussaka, garlic bread 6oz beef burgers
remoulade
Macaroni cheese, black truffle Pork links
Cheese board - A selection of fine cheese, chutney, crackers,
bread & fruit Rigatoni pasta, braised meatballs, tomato & basil Spiced chicken drumsticks

SWEET HERBIVORES
Chocolate brownie, Wholly Cow gelato Borlotti bean burgers

Apple & quince crumble, vanilla custard

White chocolate panna cotta, cherry compote

Hot sauce, chimichurri, ketchup, mayo, brioche buns

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Drinks
“It is the wine that leads me on, the wild wine that sets the The next page explains it all in more detail but whether you buy
wisest man to sing at the top of his lungs, laugh like a fool - it your wine, champagne or prosecco from us or elsewhere, we
drives the man to dancing... it even tempts him to blurt out charge a drinks service fee per person; our wine prices are at the
stories better never told.” Homer, The Odyssey same level as you’ll find at any decent wine merchant.

So yes, we are a place of celebration and for most this might We have a fabulous team of waiters, waitresses and bartenders
involve a drop of alcohol; though we don’t encourage excess... who will serve you with style and smiles. We have a superbly
The cellars are the oldest part of the house, dating back to the stocked bar in The Gillyflower and also for those staying
13th century, which perhaps says something. overnight you’ll find a night cap at our bar in the main house.

Our approach is to make it as easy for you and as with everything Read the next few pages to find out more.
here, we aim to give you the flexibility to do things your way.

Steph Newton

James Fear
Gary Nunn

Rob Tarren

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Drink Wine
Because We don’t like packages. But with the wine service it does seem to make things easier.
So, here’s 6 wine packages. The prices are per person and includes service.

HOW WE DO THINGS THE FOUR OPTIONS “SALUTI!”............................................................................£29.50 “ANSELM’S CELLAR”......................................................£40.00

As you might have realised from reading this, we are all about There are four ways... RECEPTION DRINKS RECEPTION DRINKS
flexibility at the same time as making things uncomplicated for you.
Half a bottle of Artigianale Natural Prosecco and Half a bottle Saint Andre de Figuiere Atmosphere Sparkling
1. Bespoke. Belvoir cordials. Rose Brut NV and Belvoir cordials
So, whether you want to bring your own wine, like the idea of a
package or want a more complicated bespoke offering then we can Turn over to the next page and you will find our in-house wine
do it all. It’s entirely up to you. WITH DINNER WITH DINNER
and drinks list. Our marvellous sommelier along with Anselm and
the team have worked hard finding top wines from around the Half a bottle of Bella Modella Figlia Trebbiano / Pinot Grigio, Half a Bottle of Mayfly Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
We also have a fine and fully stocked bar in the Gillyflower and
world that are well priced. Wine merchant prices they are. Veneto, Italy
smaller bar in the main house. They are nicely stocked with a or Salice Salentino, Puglia, Italy
So, you might as well buy from us. We can advise you on
selection of all the stuff you’d expect from a decent bar including or Palazzo del Mare Nero d’Avola, Sicily, Italy
quantities, styles and anything else. You choose what you want, Still and Sparkling Water
some wonderful and rare small batch spirits we’ve had fun sourcing.
add our drinks service charge and bosh. Still and Sparkling Water
Should you desire something special please speak to us and we
will do our best to find it for you. TO TOAST
2. The Easy Route. TO TOAST
A glass of Bauget Jouette Carte Blanche Champagne Brut NV, France
The next few pages however are all about the drinks service and
We’re not really a package kind of place but in this instance it A glass of Artigianale Natural Prosecco
not about the bars; the bars do what bars do and the price of all
items sold from them are different to that explained in this section. does make things easy. So we have created 6 packages for you.
The drinks service is the part of the day where drinks are served; They’re basically bespoke but we’ve done the work. The next page
normally for a wedding this will be from the reception through has them and they include the drink and service in the price. “UNCLE MEL’S GARDEN PARTY”................................£45.00
until the end of dinner... Just to be clear! “OLD WORLD MEETS NEW”.........................................£31.00
3. BYO. RECEPTION DRINKS
RECEPTION DRINKS
A slightly old school term but it is what is says it is. You bring “Elmore G&T’s” and Belvoir cordials
DRINKS SERVICE............................................£15.00 per person*
your own and we serve it for you. We will simply charge you the Half a bottle of Artigianale Natural Prosecco and
For all choices we charge a drinks service fee. Corkage to some. drinks service charge. Belvoir cordials. WITH DINNER
It is built into our packages (see opposite page) and is applied A selection of wines to include
whether you buy your wine from us or elsewhere. WITH DINNER
4. Boyer.
Symington Altano Douro Blanco, Portugal
Half a bottle of Vondeling Petit Blanc, South Africa
The charge covers the service of your drinks from the reception We have started a relationship with a French wine maker, called
until the end of dinner. If you’d like it to continue beyond then Uncle Mels’ Charmel Cotes de Provence Rose, France
Paul Boyer. His wines are spectacular, premium and made with or Los Haroldos Chacubuco Malbec, Argentina
there is an additional charge of £7.50 per person*. We supply all our environment in mind. Sustainable and organic. See page 39 Arte Noble Selection Pinot Noir, Maule Valley, Chile
glassware, chill and serve, recycle and ensure all the guests are Still and Sparkling Water
for the wines. This is similar to the Bespoke above but even more
looked after. Still and Sparkling Water
bespoke. You’ll likely meet Paul and your wine can be personally TO TOAST
labelled at source free of charge if you like. It’s super cool.
The service is for champagne, wines, beers and soft drinks only.
A glass of Antech Cremant de Limoux, Languedoc
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Spirits or cocktails may incur additional charges depending on
A glass of Nyetimber Classic Cuvee MV sparkling wine, England
your requirements. Spirits beyond the drinks reception
aren’t permitted.

“SANTÈ!”............................................................................£34.50
“SIR WILLIAM VERNON’S CHOICE”............................£47.00
RECEPTION DRINKS
Half a Bottle of Antech Cremant de Limoux, Languedoc
RECEPTION DRINKS
and Belvoir cordials. Half a bottle of Bauget Jouette Carte Blanche Champagne
Brut NV, France and Belvoir cordials
WITH DINNER
Half a Bottle of Domaine de Bertier Sauvignon / Viognier,
WITH DINNER
VDP France Half a bottle of Bouchard Pere & Fils Macon-Lugny St Pierre
2017, Burgundy
or Mont Rocher Carignan Vieilles Vignes
or Alain Jaume et Fils Chamauvin Cotes du Rhone, France
Still and Sparkling Water
Still and Sparkling Water
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A glass of Bauget Jouette Carte Blanche Champagne
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Brut NV, France A glass of Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve Champagne NV, France

Prices are subject to change 20

Wine
Inclusive of VAT. Price per bottle.
(Prices are subject to change)

CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING ROSÉ

Artigianale Natural Prosecco – Sustainable Prosecco..............£15 Domaine de Bertier Sauvignon Blanc, VDP France 2020.............£11 Calusari Pinot Grigio Rose, Romania 2020..................................£10 Alain Jaume et Fils Chamauvin Cotes du Rhone,
Artigianale meaning ‘artisan’ in Italian is an authentic Prosecco made in the Refreshingly fruity on the nose with hints of grass, elderflower and white stone This Rose is pale pink in colour and typically Provence in style, only that it France- Organic 2019...................................................................£20
DOCG Prosecco region of Asolo Montello. Made with grapes from 20-year-old fruit blossom. Citrus, elderflower and juicy gooseberries and peaches on the originates from Romania! Dry and fruity in the mouth with a crisp acidity A baby Chateauneuf du Pape - This exceptional Côtes du Rhône reveals aromas
vines, it has a crisp fresh taste with fine persistent bubbles from slow secondary palate makes the wine a real crowd pleaser. Super all round wine but shows on the palate. Soft, clean fruity flavours fill your mouth with a slightly peppery of black fruits and spices. The palate is full-bodied and the finish is persistent with
fermentation. Farmed according to organic methods this wine has no chemical particularly well with fish or chicken aftertaste and hints of caramel. Drink on its own or with light meat and chicken slightly spicy notes of pepper and liquorice. Grown 4ft away from its big brother
pesticides and uses 100% green energy. Its vegan, low sulphite and sugar and goes dishes. this wine offers great value and amazing quality.
down a treat. Vondeling Petit Blanc, South Africa 2020....................................£11
A fantastic wine for all occasions. On the nose, aromatic orange blossom and Charmel Cotes de Provence Rose, France 2020........................£15 Speak No Evil Shiraz, South Australia 2019 – Organic................£22
Domaine Antech Cremant de Limoux, Languedoc...................£18 guava are prominent. This dry white has a slight hint of sweetness from the ripe The nose has beautiful aromas of raspberries and wild flowers and the palate is The See, Hear and Speak No Evil Organic wines are sourced from fully certified
A blend of 70% Chardonnay and 15% each of Chenin Blanc and Mauzac, aged peaches, apples and hints of orange peel and has an elegant crisp finish. Great wonderfully bright and fresh with notes of strawberry and pear. Rosé is the perfect Organic vineyards and made using minimal additions. Hand-picked, mature,
traditionally and generously on its lees, this is a beautiful, balanced wine, with with full flavoured white meat dishes. all occasion wine! It is especially perfect as an aperitif, with all seafood dishes, dry-grown McLaren fruit. Matured in French oak, 30% new. Super-charged red
elegant aromas of orchard fruit and honeyed spice. The palate marries more salads, charcuterie and goat cheese. berry fruit, with dollops of spice and milk chocolate.
exotic fruits with a clean, pebbly backdrop and an impressive depth of flavour. Aromo Viognier, Maule Valley, Chile 2019...................................£11
Super sparkling wine with a smooth mellow finish which makes it very drinkable Refreshing peach and apricot nose with lots of white fruit and a touch of citrus Neck of the Woods Able Master Pinot Noir, Central Otago,
and perfect for a sunny afternoon! on the palate. Gentle acidity and the sweetness of the fruit gives the wine a very RED New Zealand 2019.......................................................................£24
quaffable wine and a good alternative to sauvignon blanc. Very versatile wine and Aromas of plum, dark cherry, red licorice and rosemary on the nose with the
Figuiere Atmosphere Sparkling Rosé Brut NV - Organic..........£25 will go with spicy food and strong flavour foods. Palazzo del Mare Nero d’Avola, Sicily, Italy 2020.........................£9 addition of raspberry and cassis on the palate. This sexy, understated wine exudes
First produced in 2008, Atmosphere is a blend of 50% cinsault and 50% Indigenous to Sicily, Nero d’Avola has ample ripe, plummy fruit, hints of spice and elegance with persistent bright red fruit, fine tannins and enduring freshness.
Grenache, offering a floral and red summer fruit bouquet with classic yeasty notes Symington Altano Douro Blanco, Portugal 2019.........................£12 liquorice. This wine is deliciously supple and juicy. No harsh tannins, just bags of The athletic frame speaks of its “classic” Bendigo origins, yet it’s supple and
that are similar to Champagne. Elegant style with an impressive mousse that fills Combination of classic white Portuguese grapes which give the wine bags of flavour try this with roasted lamb or spiced lamb dishes. graceful side show a character less often found in the sub-region. It’s class in a glass!
the mouth. Multi layered with an array of exotic fruits, peach, and summer field tropical fruits on the nose and areal citrussy mandarin aroma. Amazing palate
berries. Lovely intensity and plenty of finesse from this Provence Sparkling wine. of fruity mandarins, herbs and pleasant minerality to the wine. Works well with Arte Noble Selection Pinot Noir, Maule Valley, Chile 2020.......£10
pork and curried chicken. Cherries, wild berries and a note of cinnamon smoke all appear on the alluring
Bauget Jouette Carte Blanche Champagne Brut NV, France...£29 and inviting nose of this Pinot Noir. The palate is elegant and has just a touch BOYER WINES
Great Champagne grower produced in Epernay, a blend of 60% chardonnay, Mayfly Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2020 ***...£15 of weight, fine smoky tannins, dark cherries covered in chocolate and vanilla ice
30% pinot noir and 10% Pinot Meniuer. Toasted brioche and apricots on the nose, Classic New Zealand sauvignon, lashings of tropical fruits and elderflower on cream can all be found in this superbly crafted wine. Lighter in style so will go WHITE
delicious baked apples and toast on the palate with a delicious creamy texture and the nose with papaya, mango and ripe gooseberries on the palate with balanced down well chicken, duck or fish.
fine soft mousse. Very easy to drink and has balanced acidity making it the perfect acidity and freshness. Really good quaffing wine that delivers on every level, great Sauvignon Blanc / Vermentino Cuvee Alicia 2020......................£14
wine to celebrate with! with grilled cod, asparagus and pan roasted chicken. Mont Rocher Carignan Vieilles Vignes, France 2020....................£11 Delicate and zingy. The best grapes are carefully selected to achieve an elegant
This juicy wine has a beautiful cherry red colour. The nose shows an abundance and pure wine. Delicate and zingy, the Sauvignon / Vermentino Alicia expresses
NYEtimber Classic Cuvee MV sparkling wine Brut, England ....£38 Lagar de Bouza Albarino, Rias Baxis, Spain...............................£16 of intense red berry fruit and hints of vanilla flavours. The palate is soft, full notes of lime, lemon leaf, apple and fresh flowers.
Lovely pale gold and gentle, fine bubbles. Toasty, spicy and complex aromas A rich, weighty Albarino. Peachy white stone fruit and white blossom, lovely flavoured with a smooth easy drinking finish. Super smooth and will pair well
showing wonderful development after more than three years on lees in our cellar. weight in the mouth with flinty zesty notes. Great length and the perfect partner with white and red meats. Le Vin Naturel Blanc 2019............................................................£15
The palate supports these complex aromas with honey, almond, pastry and to seafood. Elegant and refined. Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier work together to express
baked apple flavours. Very fine and elegant with a great combination of intensity, Los Haroldos Chacubuco Malbec, Argentina 2020 ***................£11 the flavours of their fruit through peach, lemon peel, fennel and acacia notes.
delicacy, and length. Bouchard Pere & Fils Macon-Lugny St Pierre, Burgundy 2019....£19 This excellent Malbec has a pleasing, fruity nose and a charming supple character. An elegant and refined wine.
Deliciously ripe and creamy Macon with an abundance of peach fruit and white Grown on the foothills of the Andes, there is plenty of freshness (thanks in part to
Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve Champagne NV, France........£45 blossom, sophisticated nutty oak and a light citrus finish. A small amount of the the high slopes of the vineyards) and appetising black cherry flavours. Le Reserve Blanc 2019..................................................................£16
Radiant pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles. Complex pastry aromas, with an wine is oaked, so it gives the wine that elegant style but with all Maconaise wines Oaky and velvety. Chardonnay and Viognier aged in new oak barrels for 9
opulent combination of ripe apricot, mango and greengages, dried fruits, pistachio you get great value for money. Bodegas Eneriz Reserva, Navarra, Spain 2013..............................£12 months to express delicate flavours of vanilla, ripe yellow fruits and acacia.
and almond. The palate begins with a silky smooth sensation, developing into ripe Fine red fruits, a wonderful velvety texture and depth of ripe cherry and Elegant, fruity and oaky.
fleshy apricot, melon and enticing plum pastry notes and delicate spice. A perfect Waldschutz Classic Riesling Kamptal DAC, Austria 2017............£19 blackberries with spicy, savoury, cedar notes - a flavoursome, easy-drinking wine
balance of freshness and generosity. This is really a perfect introduction to Austrian Riesling - focused, crisp and for all occasions.
zingy. From Kamptal you expect citrus, peaches and white flowers, with a lot of RED
dry minerality and that is exactly what you get. Approachable with great balance, Chateau Manceau Cotes du Blaye, Bordeaux 2016.....................£15
WHITE length and intensity Aromas of red and black fruits, wood and vanilla. Superb roundness and Le Vin Naturel Rouge 2018...........................................................£14
straightforward on the palate with very smooth tannins. A long finish with A wine to celebrate mother nature!. This red is full of personality, power and
Bella Modella Figlia Trebbiano/Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy 2020...£9 Morgassi Superiore Tuffo Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2017....................£22 flavours of black pepper and red fruit. elegance. It reveals an intense bouquet of red berries, eucalyptus, liquorice and
Taking an entirely contemporary approach, Bella Modella creates a delicious yet Bouquet very delicate while intense, elegant flower notes, white and citrus fruit Mediterranean spices.
affordable style of modern wine. A refreshing and light wine, with plenty of citrus aromas. On the palate long almost bitter finish, with a decisive imprint of Salice Salentino, Puglia, Italy 2015...............................................£15
and green apple on the palate. Great example of good quality trebbiano/pinot freshness, witness of the wine’s potential for ageing. This wine is classic old world in style. On the nose there is barnyard bacon fat Le Vin Reserve Rouge 2018...........................................................£16
grigio blend with lots of flavour, good with pasta dishes or light seafood dishes black plum stone liquorice and a meaty smell! On the palate it is medium bodied Powerful, oaky and meaty. A powerful wine aged 12 months in oak barrels
Babylonstoren Chardonnay, Paarl Valley South Africa 2020.....£24 with crisp bacon and cranberry sauce with soft dry tannins that wrap the flavour (50% new oak) with black fruit notes, mushroom, vanilla and cocoa. The palate
One Chain The Googly Chardonnay, SW Australia 2020...........£10 A big wine for big occasions. Matured for 12 months in new 300 litre French oak with a herby inflection.. overloads with ripe blackberry fruits, hints of dark chocolate, clove and vanilla,
Lively and crisp, this citrussy Chardonnay has loads of tropical fruit and melon barrels, this dry, full-bodied white is characterised by tangy citrus fruits softened finishing soft and spicy.
on the palate before exhibiting a vibrancy on the finish. This chardonnay by a nutty complexity and undertones of vanilla. Montes Alpha Carmenere, Colchagua Valley, Chile 2019..........£16
originates from cooler climate vineyards to give a tangy, enjoyable, great value Deep ruby red in colour, this wine has intense aromas of chocolate, black and red Cuvee James by Paul Boyer 2020 ..............................................£21
white wine. Super with chicken or guinea fowl fruits with spicy notes of black pepper. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with Soft , smooth and elegant. A new wine in our portfolio . 100% Syrah, gently
smooth and rounded tannins and a long finish. pressed and aged during 9 months in stain steel. Aromas of liquorice, vanilla
and dark cherries. Rich, smooth and opulent yet with great finesse.
Finca Manzanos Reserva Rioja, Spain 2015...................................£19
A combination of almonds and vanilla on the nose with touch of leather. The
palate has intense fruit and spicy nuances leading to a long, rounded finish.
Mature gentle tannins with a soft touch of oak. Give me a rack of lamb to go with
this and it will bring out the best in both.

* Please note: Wine vintages may vary over time according to availability *** donates this wine may be subject to availability and a substitute may be offered if stocks are low due to Global shortages 21
Others & Softs
Corona Lager 330ml....................................................................£2.00 A selection of Belvoir Presse 750ml...........................................£3.50
Peroni Lager 330ml......................................................................£2.00 Apple Juice (litre)....................................................................£2.50
Stroud Brewery Ales 330ml........................................................£3.00 Orange Juice (litre).................................................................£2.50

Pre Ordered as part of drinks service IPA Chilled Cans...........................................................................£2.00 Homemade Lemonade/Raspberryade per glass....................£2.00
Elmore Gin and Tonics................................................................£2.50 Coffee and Tea (per person)...................................................£1.50
Jug of Pimms with ice and fruit (1.5litre)...................................£15.00 We serve cafetiere coffee & a selection of speciality teas
Elmore Cocktails from................................................................£8.00
(Assam, Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Peppermint, Camomile and Red Berries)
Seasonal cocktails inspired by handpicked ingredients The Elmore Gin Bar......................................................£400.00
from our estate - created by our head bartenders A selection of 5 bottles of our favourite gins served with tonics and garnishes

Rob Tarren
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Map Our Home
Finding Us This is our home and when you are here it is
your home too. It is not a hotel.

Evelyn Waugh wrote a letter to his friend Nancy Mitford in 1950

that described Elmore Court as being quite lost on the banks
of the River Severn...

So, here’s a map that shows how wrong he was...

We’re easy to find.

And if you require modern technology then our postcode,

GL2 3NT, takes you to the front gates.

Until fairly recently we lived in the house and for us and our
children it is enormously important. We give it the love and
care that any hard-working proud soul would give their own
home. We now live in the ‘Home Farm’ just down the road
and are always around.

I inherited Elmore Court from my late uncle, Sir John Guise

in 2007 whilst running a fairly bonkers electronic dance music
festival called ‘The Glade’. I had spent all my adult life playing
techno, releasing music and putting on parties all over the world...

So, when the old, slightly crumbling family home landed in my

lap it was all a bit of a shock. Not wanting to stop the fun
however, I started to scheme ways to make Elmore Court into a
place to continue the good times; especially as I love sharing it
with people. We had quite a few parties and obviously still do!

Not long after then I met Sarah, who also loves events and parties!
We married in 2010. Our son Wylder was born soon after and two
years after that our daughter Lyra arrived. Together we all lived in
the west wing of the house while the east was renovated and
The Gillyflower built.

The house opened as an events venue in late 2013 and when we

moved to the farm, we freed up further rooms and the Coach
House for you and your guests. The house, grounds and land at
Elmore is full of history and my family have lived here since 1274.
It is therefore more than a home but our family ‘seat’ and has
been for nearly 750 years.

We hope and trust you’ll love, respect and crucially enjoy it as

much as we all do.

Thank you.

Anselm Guise

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Elmore Court
Elmore
Gloucestershire
England
GL2 3NT

+44 (0)1452 720293

[email protected]

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