MEETINGS & EVENTS
OUR STORY
Visit Aldwyn’s at Ellerslie to enjoy the best of modern, seasonal British dining in a plush restaurant and bistro concept. Set in the centre of Malvern; Just a short walk from the town centre, Aldwyn’s is convenient to other local attractions. The restaurant, bar and bistro ooze charm due to their magnificent Grade II listed setting. Perfect for family gatherings and important business meetings, the head chef incorporates fresh and local ingredients into every dish to delight the palate. The menus change regularly to keep pace with the changing seasons, so there is always something new to experience.
OUR SPACES
Aldwyn’s at Ellerslie boasts a commanding hilltop presence that catches the eye. Warm and enveloping, the wine-coloured walls and gold accent decor complement pristine place settings perfectly. Our private room is perfect for training sessions or business meetings. After your event, order your favourite tipple at the bar and enjoy the hillside scenery or take a seat in the bistro for casual dining. Our main dining hall is the ideal setting for formal dinners or canape receptions. Our luxury Afternoon Tea service is best taken near the tall, picture windows in the main dining room. After your meal, take in the grounds of our fabulous Grade II listed building from our outdoor terrace.
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LOCATION
Aldwyn’s at Ellerslie is located in the spa town of Malvern, Worcestershire on the A449. The house is set at the base of the Malvern Hills and boasts 360 views of a natural conservation area. The town is renowned as the home of the Water Cure. For centuries, Malvern’s natural spring water was taken as a health tonic. The natural landscape inspired C.S Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe which has since become a household name. After the popularity of spring waters waned, the town became known for science and technology with several large corporations setting up shop. Many still remain today in Malvern Hills Science Park. Beyond the sauce of the same name, many local food and drink items are popular in Worcestershire including Westons Cider, Clives PYO Fruit Farm and Holywell Malvern Spring Water.
HISTORY
Aldwyn’s at Ellerslie is set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby town of Malvern has a deep history from the Bronze Age to the Modern day. A focal point of the town, the Great Malvern Priory contains the biggest collection medieval wall tiles, medieval floor tiles and 15th-century stained glass in England. The Grade I listed building was once a Benedictine monastery, with a hermit named Aldwyn as the first Prior. During the Dissolution of the Monasteries, local residents acquired the building for £20. However, Malvern is best known for its natural springs which have been bottled for centuries and enjoyed in situ by historical figures like Samuel Wilberforce, Queen Adelaide, Lord Tennyson, Charles Darwin, Catherine Dickens and Florence Nightingale.
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BUSINESS MEETINGS
Delegate Day Rate - Private Room
Boardroom max: 10 people
Our event management team will help fashion a daytime event experience like no other. With a suite of modern amenities available within our private boardroom and an expert culinary team; your bespoke event will exceed expectations. While a world away from it all, our venue is still convenient to several transport links for ease-of-travel.
Delegate Evening Rate - Private Room
For evening functions, our experienced team creates a bespoke package for each and every delegate event. This ensures the quality of amenities and dining options available will exceed expectations. It also allows our corporate guests flexibility around itinerary beyond that of a more traditional daytime event.
Prices on request.
Prices on request.
Amenities:
•Smart TV
•Flipchart
•WIFI
•Still and sparkling water
•Unlimited tea and coffee
•Onsite parking
Catering options available
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.
Amenities:
•Choice of daytime amenities
•Bespoke dining and refreshment options
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.
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.
Prices on request.
Prices on request.
Prices on request.
Prices on request.
Prices on request.
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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.
Price per person determined in consultation. Hire fee may apply.
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: 01684 567625
Email: ellersliereception@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.
Celebration of LifeMain Reception & Bistro
Our team is experienced in the respectful observances associated with a celebration of life. Our dedicated team has years of experience with attending to your requirements during this difficult time. Our room is equipped with audio-visual facilities to allow you to share memories of your loved ones. We offer a calm and tranquil atmosphere for your wake so you can focus on spending time with family without distractions
Price per person determined in consultation. Hire fee may apply
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 savouries:
• Mini Scotch egg, Mini Yorkshire puddings filled with slow cooked BBQ beef brisket
• Chicken Cesar wraps
• Finger sandwiches: Free range egg & watercress. Cream cheese chive, cucumber and shaved radish, Atlantic prawn in dill and Marie rose sauce
A selection of sweets:
• House made Apple and citrus scones and preserves
• Mini Cappuccino creme brulee, Strawberry & white chocolate cheesecake, mini
• Orange polenta cake, mini coconut lamington cakes
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:
• Sous vide corn fed chicken breast, mini fondant potatoes, roasted pine nuts, blackberries, roasted beetroot cubes & chicken jus (GF)(DF)(N)
• 12 hour braised & caramelised pork neck, rolled belly of pork, roasted & pureed Granny Smith apples, caramelised turnips, double Gloucester cheese croquettes & pork jus
• Stuffed smoked ½ aubergine, toasted sesame seeds, picked coriander leaf, smoked bell pepper puree, butter bean chutney filo pastry parcels & edible flowers (V)(VE)(N)
Choice of dessert:
• Orange traditional shortcake with marmalade, Italian meringue, lemon & juniper curd
• Baked blackberry cheesecake, honeycomb crumb, poppy seed tuile (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 fish & chips with tartare sauce drizzle (GF)
• Chef ’s soup of the day shot (V)
• Sliver of ham hock & confit chicken terrine, haggis bon-bon, cranberry & redcurrant chutney
• Brie, streaky bacon & cranberry (V)
• Pan seared hand dived scallop, dollop of lemon & garlic infused butternut squash
• 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.
Cold mains:
• Selection of finger sandwiches
• Chilled blood orange confit grilled fennel, giant couscous, toasted pine nuts, pomegranate, croutons (VE)(DF)
Hot mains:
• Brie, streaky bacon & cranberry hot panini
• Stuffed smoked ½ aubergine, toasted sesame seeds, picked coriander leaf, smoked bell pepper puree (V)(VE)(N)
• Mini fish and chips with tartare sauce
• 12 hour braised & caramelised pork neck, rolled belly of pork, roasted & pureed Granny Smith apples, caramelised turnips, double Gloucester cheese croquettes & pork jus
Dessert selection:
• Chocolate Mille-Feuille, dark & ruby chocolate mousse between milk chocolate biscuit with manadarin sorbet (V)
• Three Counties cheese board, set fig jam, crisp breads & crackers (V)
A wide range of refreshments available.
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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.
Boardroom
Private Dining Room: 10
The boardroom style is an ideal setup for collaborative meetings, brainstorming sessions, private dinners and small family events. This plan allows for easy conversation with all seated.
Theatre Style
Restaurant: 40
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.
Standing Reception
Restaurant: 65 Bistro: 40 Combined: 105
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.
Hollow Square Restaurant: 20
Ideal for business dinners with many attendees, the hollow square places all attendees on equal footing. Consisting of tables arranged in a square pattern with an open centre, this arrangement is perfect for plated service.
Classroom Style
Restaurant: 20
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
•15% Off meeting room hire
•10% Off food and beverage
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