Jockey Club Wedding Brochure

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WELCOME TO THE JOCKEY CLUB ROOMS The Jockey Club Rooms sits in its own immaculate lawned and walled gardens, in the very heart of Newmarket, offering a perfect and tranquil setting for your wedding day. The Rooms are truly unique with an elegant suite of fine rooms reflecting the classical 19th Century interior, of soft

delicate plaster work, moulded keystone ceiling decorations and stunning original marble fireplaces. From the moment the guests arrive, to be welcomed by our liveried doorman, our seamless service and attention to detail is second to none.

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RELAX & UNWIND Whether couples choose to stay with us on their first evening or simply want a quiet and peaceful space to get ready for their church wedding or civil ceremony, the bride has exclusive use of our Bridal suite. The bride can arrive from 11am on the morning of the wedding day and relax in the suite and arrange to have their hairdresser and make up artist come in and prepare with their Bridal party.

We have an additional 17 luxuriously furnished en-suite bedrooms which are available for the wedding guests to book directly with us. The couple and their guests can relax and enjoy waking up the following morning to a fabulous Jockey Club breakfast served in the main house by our butlers.

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LET THE CEREMONY COMMENCE We have five magnificent public rooms which are licensed for civil ceremonies and civil partnerships. Each one is spacious and bright with high ceilings and large picture windows. They are elegantly appointed with highly polished antique furnishings, Venetian chandeliers, ornate working fireplaces and imposing doorways which are perfect for the bride to make her grand entrance through.

Each room is adorned with equestrian paintings, trophies and other items of racing memorabilia. Before a couple can marry at the Jockey Club Rooms they need to co-ordinate the date, time and registrar’s fees directly with the Superintendent Registrar. The Superintendent Registrar can be contacted at: Bury St Edmunds Registry, St Margarets, 7 The Church Yard, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1RX Tel: 01284 741221 Email: bury.enquiries@suffolk.gov.uk

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LET THE CHAMPAGNE FLOW... On conclusion of the ceremony, reception drinks are served and guests are directed through to the Morning Room and Card Room. Weather permitting, you and your guests can go out to the Terrace and down onto the lawns, where our House Butlers together with our dedicated House staff will serve drinks.

Our quiet and tranquil garden, shielded and protected by large trees and the old garden walls, offers an idyllic oasis of calm and relaxed outdoor space, perfect for summer Wedding Receptions, totally private and ideal for individual and family group pictures.

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TAILOR MADE FOR YOU… Our Executive Head Chef Tim Turner and his brigade are always available to discuss your menu selection and give suggestions and guidance to create a truly memorable day for you and your guests to cherish.

In addition, we have: - A seasonal menu selector. - Seasonal menus with suggested wines for each course. - Tim Turner’s seasonal seven course tasting menu.

We base menus on a choice of one Starter, Main and Dessert course, with vegetarian and dietary dishes created to compliment where required.

Canapés Canapés ranging from £13.50 per person (inc. VAT), for a selection of four canapés which can be created to compliment your chosen wedding menu. Drinks Budget Packages can be created to compliment your requirements.

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EVENING RECEPTION... Subject to the final number of guests, you will have the option of celebrating in the original Coffee Room, dating from 1755, set behind the life sized bronze of the racehorse ‘Hyperion’, or alternatively, in our elegant Georgian Dining Room, overlooking the lawn.

After dinner the guests can return to the Morning Room or Card Room to relax. Or party in our elegant Committee Room where we can accommodate anything from a 6 piece band to a DJ or a ceilidh. We can offer a variety of evening food from bacon baps and mini fish and chips to a hog roast or BBQ.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION... Bar Licensing: The Jockey Club Rooms license permits us to serve alcohol until 11.30pm with music concluding at 11.45pm with final guests departure by 12 midnight. We are able to obtain an extension; this must be arranged prior to the event. Accredited Suppliers: The House has a dedicated list of accredited suppliers, all of whom have been recruited and vetted

to ensure that they offer the highest standards of personal service and attention to detail. Visiting The Rooms: We are always delighted to invite prospective couples to have a private viewing of the Rooms and would be delighted to arrange a suitable appointment.

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PREPARING FOR THE BIG DAY... The day before the wedding, why not take a break from all the planning and stress and enjoy some pampering with your close friends and family. The bride to be and her bridal party may wish to enjoy anything from a manicure and pedicure to a full body massage and cleansing facial.

For the groom there are options of massages or manicures and other spa treatments available. This is something that can be enjoyed in the comfort of our luxurious bedrooms with beauty therapists coming to the rooms.

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RECOMMENDED DIRECTORY OF SUPPLIERS Bridal & Formal Wear Make Up & Beauty Venue Decor

BRIDAL & FORMAL WEAR With the right dress, every bride will look beautiful on her wedding day. Shopping for your wedding dress is one of life’s greatest joys. We recommend the crème de la crème of wedding dress designers to make your wedding day a fairy tale. As your wedding day is the most important day of your life why not hire tailor made outfits to complement the entire bridal party. There is no substitute for having a luxurious bespoke design created especially for your wedding.

Marquees Cakes Catering Entertainment Transport

MAKE UP & BEAUTY On the most important day of your life looking your best is a must. Co-ordinating your hairstyle and make up with your style of dress and flowers will complete your look and give you the confidence to really relax and enjoy the day. A make up artist will advise you on the subtle colours for a natural look and will also be able to offer assistance to your bridesmaids and mother of the bride.


BRIDES by SOLO

www.bridesbysolo.co.uk Brides by Solo Open: Tuesday - Saturday & 115 Exning Road, Newmarket, CB8 0EL Late night Wednesdays, by appointment. T: 01638 661648 E: bridesbysolo@hotmail.com Free customer car park.


FORMAL HIRE FOR ANY OCCASION At Golding we have formal men’s hirewear for almost any occasion. From wedding suits and lounge suits to evening suits and tuxedos. We’ve even got Highland wear. We stock a comprehensive range of sizes and fittings from boy’s 20” to men’s 60” chest.

www.goldingofnewmarket.co.uk Golding • 67 High Street • Newmarket • CB8 8NA • Limited free parking • 01638 664682 • info@goldingofnewmarket.co.uk


At Finn Jordan we love weddings! And we just love being able to play Fairy Godmother and wave the magic wand to reveal the beautiful bride in all of you. Even if you’re not quite as mushy as us and aren’t daydreaming about a fairytale sparkly wedding, on your special day you will still want to look like the best version of yourself. You but on a very, VERY good day!

It’s all about you… We take the stress out of clock watching on the morning of your wedding ensuring that everyone is kept on task and that you, the all important Bride, who we always leave until last to ensure that the makeup is at its freshest, will not keep her guests or her groom waiting. Experience has taught us to remain calm and professional but of course we also feel hugely privileged to be playing a part in the exciting final preparations before you set off down the aisle. For more information or to come in for a chat with our wedding coordinators call 01223 356600


ILLUSIONS BEAUTY

BRIDAL BEAUTY PACKAGES

CACI Non surgical face and / or body lift MICRODERMABRASION - TRANSDERM Waxing - Spray Tan - Facial Fillers & more

www.illusionsbeauty.co.uk - 07885 271 687 - Red Lodge Some treatments need a patch test at least 24 hours previous Individual eyelash extensions Shellac nails Minx nails Spray tan Caci Face - Ideal for more mature brides Caci Body - Slimming and / or Toning Microdermabrasion Transderm which stimulates collagen Micro needling Dermal fillers (Hyaluronic acid only) All waxing Permanent eyeliner, eyebrows or lip liner Eyelash tint or eyebrow tint Free skin analysis days to get your skin right for that special day Jane Iredale MINERAL make over

FREE CONSULTATIONS Some treatments need to be started a few months or weeks in advance please enquire


Sweet Pea& Me VENUE DECOR

Chair Cover Hire & Venue Styling Chair Covers Table Decorations Linens

Create a truly bespoke wedding day with chair covers and sashes tailored to your chosen colour scheme, or a room decorated entirely to your own individual requirements. Chair covers can really transform a room and create a magical look to enhance your special day.

MARQUEES Wedding marquee hire is stylish and innovative, with attention being given to the overall design, both inside and out helping to create a truly unique atmosphere. Choosing a marquee for your function provides you with the freedom and control to engrave your own individuality and charm on an event. The marquee can provide you with solutions and the flexibility to create an occasion with atmosphere, splendour and diversity allowing you to stay in complete control of your event.

info@ sweetpeaandme.co.uk

www.sweetpeaandme.co.uk

13 Babraham Road, Sawston, Cambridge, CB22 3DQ 01223 830038


JANE WEBSTER

T: 01638 718753 or 07771832935 E: janewebster16@yahoo.com W: www.jane-webster.co.uk

JANE WEBSTER VENUE STYLING We create elegant event styling for contemporary occasions. Our marquee décor and venue decoration expertise will bring perfection to your wedding, party or hospitality event. We are one of the leading UK companies specialising in wedding, marquee and event décor. We also offer a full décor package from planning to set up on the day. If you need us please feel free to contact us.

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Tel: 01953 885151 sales@weatherillevents.co.uk www.weatherillevents.co.uk

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Wedding Celebrations Themed Parties Corporate Events Event Management Specialist Lighting Discotheques Luxury Linings Quality Furnishings Attended Service Approved Electrics

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CAKES & CATERING The grand centrepiece of any wedding reception is the cake; make it striking, original and visually exciting. It is always admired, photographed, savoured and remembered. Enlisting the creative talents of a bespoke cake maker or cake designer will help create the perfect look incorporating your own design and specification. We are proud of our catering facilities which assure the smooth organisation of any event.


SIMPLY CHOCOLATE Simply Chocolate, never fails to provide that all important “WOW” factor.

For a lighter, fresher and more versatile alternative to the traditional British wedding cake, why not have a look at what the Italian patissier has to offer? You bite into the airy crispiness of meringue to encounter silky smooth cream and the natural deliciousness of summer berries. You will know then why you chose a Meringata.

Warm cascading chocolate, never fails to stimulate the senses whilst creating a unique focal point at any event, providing hours of fun and enjoyment for young and old alike. Providing a totally bespoke service, our chocolate fountains can be used as an after dinner treat an alternative to a dessert course, perfect for a family celebration, indulgent birthday party or even as a Wedding Cake. From soft white to creamy milk or rich and indulgent dark chocolate, combined with an almost endless range of goodies to dip, our fountains and service is unparalleled.

Your first choux bun from the beautiful golden tower: the caramel cracks open through the thinnest layer of choux pastry to release a velvety chantilly. You will know then why you chose a Croquembouche. We like playing with textures and flavours to create scrumptious wedding cakes with Italian flair. If you ask us nicely, we will share them with you.

All our fountains come fully staffed, with illuminated light bases, which can be colour washed to suit your décor and theme. As well as our Chocolate Fountains, we also have our unique “Ice Cream Bars”

www.biscottidebora.co.uk biscottidebora@gmail.com facebook: Biscotti di Debora tel: 07535543910

Served from carved blocks of clear ice, guests can choose from four different flavoured ice cream or sorbets, served either in mini cones or mini tubs, with an almost endless range of toppings and sprinkles. For further information, contact us on 07931-297-016, speak with one of our teammembers to obtain a bespoke quotation. We know you won’t be disappointed.


Jockey Club Rooms The Jockey Club Rooms well known reputation for a high standard of food, is now extending to offer outside catering services.

Whether it is a canapĂŠ reception or a large scale wedding, lunch or dinner we can create bespoke packages to suit your requirements. The Jockey Club Head Chef Tim Turner and his team are now able to bring the Jockey Club Rooms to your chosen location, for a truly unique and memorable experience. Tel: 01638 663101 Fax: 01638 664170 Jockey Club Rooms, 101 High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8JL Email: enquiries@jockeyclubrooms.co.uk Web: jockeyclubrooms.co.uk


ENTERTAINMENT Entertainment is the key to every successful party. Whether it’s a string quartet, band or DJ our suppliers will ensure the day goes with a swing. Your choice of entertainment is sure to make the day more enjoyable and memorable for all your guests. Why not choose a selection of musicians to ensure all tastes are catered for providing music throughout your day.


Manhattan Magic Jazz Duo & Manhattan Classical ‘minstrels to Mozart & all that jazz’ Jockey Club Rooms preferred partners

smooth dinner jazz

wedding ceremonies

up-tempo party music

wedding receptions

popular and classical music

parties and dinner dances

ancient, traditional and folk music

complete wedding packages

any combination of these musical options

corporate and bespoke entertainments

We will perform the perfect music for each part of your wedding day. Arrival, ceremony, drinks and canapés, wedding breakfast, first dance and evening entertainment. Choose from jazz and pop, classical, traditional, folk or any combination of these. We would be delighted to perform for any part of your special day or family celebration.

www.manhattanmagic.co.uk email; info@manhattanmagic.co.uk Tel. 01692 652225

“thank you for making our celebration so special… All of our guests commented on the fabulous music, well done to you both.” Fabian and Emma “the atmosphere you created with your wonderful music really made our day. We will certainly recommend you to our friends.” Steve and Hannah F. “thank you so much for all the wonderful music you played at our wedding. It was amazing that you could conjure up the perfect music for each part of the celebration…. We will never forget the ease with which you changed from the beautiful music of the ceremony to the delightful dinner jazz and the lively tunes for our first dance”. Charlotte and Ben Tomlinson


Simply Reeds

make it unforgettable

MAKE IT UNFORGETTABLE with 'SIMPLY REEDS': Saxophone and Clarinet Quartet Available for any special occasion including: Garden parties, private functions, dinners and weddings To book please contact Viv Halton: 01223 871397/07885946536 viv@simplyreeds.co.uk www.simplyreeds.co.uk

CUPIDS WISH WEDDING DUO & BAND THE ULTIMATE MUSICAL EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY


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High quality magical entertainment for sophisticated audiences A MEMBER OF THE MAGIC CIRCLE

Tel: 01234 216289 Mobile: 07815 059 772 E-mail: deanmaudsley@themagiccircle.co.uk

www.deanmagic.com

0800 781 3343 01945 46 55 66

Email – info@theedge-uk.com www.EntertainmentAgency.co.uk @EdgeEnts


Luxury Cars For Life's Most Important Day Introducing Cambridge Wedding Cars

Getting married is without doubt one of the most important days of our lives. There's so much to organise and the time leading up to the wedding day is one of the most hectic periods that we are ever likely to experience.

TRANSPORT You deserve the very best on your special day. That is why you should experience the ultimate chauffeur service for your wedding. Choose a highly experienced chauffeur, impeccably dressed, with an excellent knowledge of the surrounding areas whose job it is to make sure you arrive in first class style whilst assuring your comfort, safety and security.

However, when it comes to arranging a wedding car or cars, you will be able to relax safe in the knowledge that this is a family-owned business that will definitely get things right on your biggest of days. Cambridge Wedding Cars is owned by the Wallis family, who are well-known and respected. With all areas of the family's business exemplary standards and maintained at all times. Whatever else may be happening with your complicated wedding arrangements, you will know that you can rely on Cambridge Wedding Cars to offer a personal service tailored to meet your exact needs. Wallis and Son is second to none.

The Fleet Our cars include: • Bentley Flying Spur, our flagship of pure luxury. • Mercedes S Class (New Shape) • Range Rover, the perfect drop off to your favourite sporting event • Maserati Quattroporte There are four stunning cars at present in the chauffeur car hire fleet.

01223 265 220 www.cambridge-wedding-cars.co.uk enquiries@cambridge-wedding-cars.co.uk


1984 Rolls Royce Silver Spur

1936 Rover 10

1934 Talbot 75

Jaguar XJ8 Special Edition 4.2

1928 Austin 12/4 Landaulette

1928 Wolseley 16/45

1935 Hillman Minx

Rolls Royce 20/25 Limousine

1937 Packard Super 8

We design our service to complement your special day. Â Every wedding is individual and, with that in mind, we will do our very best to meet the requirements of the happy couple. The cars are - chauffeur driven - maintained to the highest standard - fully insured - beautifully presented - decorated with ribbons and flowers.

01787 277916 / 07909 681425 info@brooksvintagecarhire.co.uk www.brooksvintagecarhire.co.uk

*NEWSFLASH - we now have the other car used by Stephen Spielberg in films - it matches in style and colour to our existing Packard. This one is a limousine so it holds an extra two people. Ready late Spring. Can you imagine these two famous large cars at your wedding.*


Townies Carriage Masters Traditional Transport for all Occasions White and black horses & all weather carriages

Here at Townies Carriage Hire we aim to offer the very best in carriage hire for weddings and all other special occasions, building on a reputation of excellence, reliability and professionalism established over 100 years of trading. All our carriages can be pulled by white or black horses and can be decorated with bows and ribbons in the colour of your choice. Telephone: 01354 692630 or 07957 503426

towniescarriagehireltd@fsmail.net

www.towniescarriagehireltd.co.uk


HOW TO FIND & CONTACT US... The Jockey Club Rooms are situated on the centre of Newmarket’s High Street, on the right hand side next to the Post Office. Our gates open automatically upon driving up to them. If you are staying at the Rooms park close to the archway where the Chambers entrance is located. To check in, please ring Bell No 8. From the South Exit the M11 at Junction 9 and take the A11. After 10 miles take the A1304 signed for Newmarket. This road leads directly on to Newmarket High Street. From the North and West Image: Google Maps

Exit the A1(M) at Junction 14 and take the A14 signed Cambridge and Newmarket. Take the A1303 into the centre of Newmarket. From the East Exit the A14 at Junction 38 and follow the A1304 into the centre of Newmarket. By road from:

Ipswich 40 miles

London 65 miles

Norfolk 40 miles

Cambridge 12 miles

By rail from:

Bury St Edmunds 12 miles

London Kings Cross 1h20

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us: 01638 663101 weddings@jockeyclubrooms.co.uk Visit our website: www.jockeyclubrooms.co.uk The Jockey Club Rooms 101 High Street Newmarket Suffolk CB8 8JL Photography Credits: Images courtesy of Jacqui Matthews Photography www.jacquimatthews.co.uk

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