MEETINGS & EVENTS
OUR STORY
The Orangery at St Elphin’s Park is a luxurious restaurant and bistro concept offering fresh, seasonal British fare. Journey to the edge of the Peak District National Park for the freshest ingredients prepared with expert techniques in a warm, golden ambience. Our in-house team scours local farmer’s markets and producers to source the best of local produce for our modern British cuisine. Our menus change regularly to offer dishes with a peak taste profile. With the changing outdoor scenery, The Orangery offers diners a stunning setting year-round for special occasions and exclusive events.
OUR SPACES
The Orangery at St Elphin’s Park is set in a stately building that boasts sprawling grounds and well-tended gardens. Our intimate spaces serve as the perfect setting for important business meetings and small family gatherings. Serene plush seating is complemented by colourful accents throughout our venue. In the main dining & bistro area; a staggering array of tall picture windows provide the perfect scenic background for bustling canape receptions or key client dinners. In the warm summer months, take in the fresh air on our stunning terrace and reconnect with nature or enjoy a modern take on Afternoon Tea in our bright bistro.
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LOCATION
The Orangery at St Elphin’s Park is located in rural Darley Dale near the Peak District National Park. The historic village is just off the A6 near the River Derwent and many visitors to the Peak District pass through the town each year. It contains many interesting historical features including the 12th century, St Helen’s Church and the late medieval Darley Bridge. Within the church grounds stands a yew tree which boasts one of the largest girths in England at around 10 metres and is thought to be around 2,000 years old. In 2003, Darley Dale won the large village category of Britain in Bloom and is still full of natural beauty. Many popular food and beverage items originate in the nearby area including Peak Ales (used in our fish and chips), Derby Sage Cheese and Derbyshire Oatcakes.
HISTORY
The Orangery at St Elphin’s Park is a short distance from many remnants of the Whitworth legacy. The 19th-century engineer and machine toolmaker; Sir Joseph Whitworth, lived at Stancliffe Hall in Darley Dale for the latter years of his life. Fabulously wealthy, his family founded many important projects in Darley Dale including the Whitworth Hospital, Whitworth Institute and Whitworth Park. Still in use today, these projects provided important recreational and public services to the residents of Darley Dale. Visitors to Whitworth Park can visit a monument to the great man after strolling the ten acres of recently-refurbished, manicured grounds.
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BUSINESS MEETINGS
Business Lunch or Afternoon Tea - Main Dining
A formal business lunch or afternoon tea can be prepared by our expert culinary team from an extensive array of classic British favourites. Best enjoyed in our opulent dining hall, our lunch and afternoon tea experience is an excellent choice for your next outing.
Prices on request.
Business Dinner - Main Dining
For clients who want to enjoy the ambience of our main dining hall in the company of other guests, we recommend that the bespoke menu design options offered by our event team are complemented by the warm atmosphere of our shared dining environment.
Prices on request.
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EXCLUSIVE HIRE
Standing Receptions - Main Restaurant
Cocktail parties and standing receptions are popular choices for private hire. Offering guests maximum flexibility for networking and open conversation, our team will help fashion an unparalleled event experience. We offer several culinary and refreshment options to select from, all served in our opulent main dining and bistro area.
Buffet Service - Main Restaurant
Events including a buffet service offer guests more freedom-of-choice. Guests will select from a wide range of expertly-crafted dishes on offer within our luxurious main hall and bistro. Our culinary team can advise on the many buffet options available to suit all palates and dietary requirements.
Seated Meals - Main Restaurant
Impress your guests with plated dinner service in our stunning main dining room and bistro. Consult with our expert culinary team to design a menu that will surprise and delight dinner guests. Our wait staff presents each course individually for maximum indulgence.
PRIVATE DINING
Seated Meal - Private Room
Enjoy all the pomp and circumstance of plated dinner service but served in the cosy confines of our private dining room. Sample an expertly-crafted menu consisting of several courses, paired with the refreshment of your choice and presented individually to each guest.
Afternoon Tea - Private Room
Indulge in a classic British pastime with Afternoon Tea served in our plush, private dining room. A selection of finger sandwiches, sweet treats and premium exotic teas are served in a pleasing display for the delight of your guests. Our culinary team will expertly prepare a tea service that represents a modern take on the traditional.
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BOOKING INFORMATION
Consultation
Please reach out to our experienced team to begin planning your event. Our team will be thorough; noting down the particulars, goals and expectations for the event, with an eye to meeting your every requirement.
Phone: 01629 736760
FAMILY EVENTS
Rehearsal Dinner, Engagement Party or Wedding BreakfastMain Reception & Bistro
Our main dining room and bistro area offer the perfect backdrop for pre-wedding events. Suitable for small to medium-sized events, our team will work directly with you to design a bespoke event and culinary service. Perfect for couples who want the best of British cuisine served in enviable surroundings.
Priced per person. Minimum headcounts apply.
Family Summer BBQ
Our terrace is the perfect setting for your next summer BBQ where delicious grilled food is elevated by our fabulous outdoor space. Our team will work with you to ensure the best summer fete.
Priced per person. Minimum headcounts apply.
Celebration of LifeMain Reception & Bistro
Our team is experienced in the respectful observances associated with a celebration of life. We provide a staffed reception in our opulent main dining hall and bistro that caters for all your food and beverage requirements.
Priced er person. Minimum headcounts apply.
Email: stelphinsclub@audleyvillages.co.uk
Proposal
For events with a set menu or standard amenity, we can quickly confirm your event booking. However, some events will require a custom menu or bespoke quote which will be prepared by our team in advance of confirmation.
Confirmation
Once you’ve consulted with our expert team, we’ll invite you to confirm your selections in writing and secure your event date. This ensures complete clarity and peace of mind that your event will be delivered exactly to your specifications.
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SAMPLE MENUS
Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a great British culinary tradition in a luxurious setting. Our chefs carefully arrange the finest local ingredients into a scrumptious Afternoon Tea fit for royalty.
A selection of finger sandwiches served on white or brown bread:
• Ham & tomato
• Cheese & chutney (V)
• Smoked salmon, chives & cream cheese
• Free range egg & cress (V)
A selection of savoury:
• Homemade sausage roll
• Cheese scone (V)
A selection of sweet:
• Lemon drizzle cake
• Chocolate brownie
• Summer berry Eton Mess (GF)
• Fruit scones, jam & clotted cream
Choice of premium exotic teas or coffee
Terrace BBQ
Our terrace is host to fresh BBQ, expertly prepared by our in-house chef. Suitable for intimate events in the warm summer months.
Summer terrace BBQ menu:
• Greek salad (V)
• Potato salad
• Sausages with fresh bread rolls
• Burgers - red onion, lettuce, tomato, cheese slices served with ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard
• Grilled corn (V)
• BBQ Chicken skewers (GF)
A wide range of refreshments available.
Business Lunch
Offering a light but filling option, our two-course business lunch follows savoury with sweet for a decadent dining experience midday. Step away from traditional sandwiches and spoil your dining companions with our exquisite lunch selection.
Choice of main:
• Peak Ales battered haddock, triple cooked chips, mushy peas, tartare sauce, lemon
• Steak and ale pie, mashed potato and seasonal vegetables
• Caesar salad, baby gem, Parmesan croutons
Choice of dessert:
• Sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (V)
• Black forest roulade, spiced forest fruits and cream (V)
A wide range of refreshments available.
Canape Reception
The perfect accompaniment to bubbly, a selection of canapés will satisfy hungry guests. Our canapes are made from the finest local produce with modern techniques. The event team will help you select the perfect assortment to meet any dietary requirements.
• Sparkling wine on arrival
• Mini Peak Ales battered haddock, triple cooked chips with tartare sauce drizzle (GF)
• Forest mushrooms on toast, parmesan cream, pea shoots (V)
• Pepper-crusted British beef & horseradish crostini
• Brie wedges, apricot marmalade (V)
• Olive tapenade, chilli glaze on focaccia (Vg)
• Selection of seasonal, fruit tarts
Buffet
A buffet spread provides an economic option for parties with several dietary requirements; allowing guests to select the most suitable dishes for them. Our chef will craft the freshest, local ingredients into savoury and sweet dishes that are good to the last bite.
Selection of sandwiches
• Cheese & chutney (V)
• Egg & cress (V)
• Smoked salmon & cream cheese
• Roast beef
• Honey roast ham
• Mini quiches (V)
• Chicken satay
• Scotch eggs
• Vegetable samosas, onion bhajis, spring rolls (V)
• Homemade sausage rolls
• Potato salad (V)
• Pasta salad (V)
• Coleslaw
• Pork pies
• Dressed salad
A selection of miniature desserts
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SETUP & FLOORPLANS
The event team will customise the layout of our spaces to meet the requirements of your event wherever possible. Some arrangements are more suited to larger events, so please allow the on-site team to provide recommendations on the table layout and seating for your function. Listed here are the capacity limits for the many arrangements available.
Theatre Style
Restaurant: 45 Bistro: 20 Combined: 65
A preferred arrangement for seminar or performance events, theatre style allows participants a clear view of a central speaker who can easily interact with all members of the audience.
Drinks Reception (Standing)
Restaurant: 70 Bistro: 35 Combined: 135
A standing arrangement offers the most open-plan option and is best suited to networking and party events where lively conversation is desired. In this arrangement, waitstaff thread through event-goers offering canapés and refreshments.
Round Banquet
Restaurant: 50 Restaurant & Bistro: 50
Consisting of round tables arranged around the room, this seating arrangement is ideal for breaking large groups into smaller conversational groups.
Classroom Style
Restaurant: 30 Bistro: 15 Combined: 45
Featuring a panel table similar to traditional banquet style, the audience is arranged horizontally, not perpendicular. This layout is ideal for training sessions and seminars for large groups.
Business Membership
Professionals looking for a venue outside of the office to host small meetings or conduct business acquire exclusive benefits as part of our Business Membership programme. Impress potential clients, woo qualified candidates or enjoy a respite from colleagues as you work from our luxurious surroundings. Joining under a monthly or annual membership grants access to a suite of amenities and discounts.
Pricing: Flexible
Membership includes:
•WIFI
•Parking
•Unlimited specialty teas and coffees
•10% Off food and beverage
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