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Join us at Thistle Cheltenham over the forthcomingfestive season and celebrate in style with colleagues,friends or family. We have years of experience inorganising celebrations and throughout December wewill be hosting a range of parties guaranteed to fill youfull of Christmas cheer!Whether you choose to join one of our shared parties orbook your own exclusive event, we have a package thatwill truly get your party started! Enter into the festivespirit and let us spoil you this Christmas and New Year!Your invitation to amagicalChristmasContentsMidweek Disco Party Nights 4Festive Disco Party Nights 5Christmas Event Nights 6Festive Disco LunchesJanuary Party Nights7Tailor-made Christmas PartiesOvernight Accommodation 8Drinks Packages 9Christmas Day Lunch 10Christmas Residential Package 11New Year’s Eve 12Terms & Conditions 13Pre-order Wine List 14About The Hotel 15TO BOOK PLEASE CALL 0871 376 9013 OR FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT thistle.com/christmas 3

OvernightStay£65.00 per roomStay overnight for £65.00 per room.Why not make a night of it?All guests attending Christmas parties canreserve their accommodation with us from£65.00 per room including breakfast and£55.00 for single occupancy*. Make your nighttruly special without the worry of late nighttransport and with a hearty breakfast to lookforward to the following morning.Executive room upgrade £15.00 per room.Reward the OrganiserWe know how demanding it can be toarrange a Christmas event, and that’s whythe organiser of any event over 50 people willreceive a complimentary overnight stay onthe night of your party* including breakfast atThistle Cheltenham.*Subject to availabilityOur prices include VAT at the current rateDrinksPackageTo make sure that you’re readyto party, pre-order your drinks atattractive prices prior to your eventand we will make sure it is on yourtable ready for your arrival.DRINKS Bucket12 bottles from a selection ofStella Artois, Becks or Smirnoff Ice£32.50Executive Combo3 bottles of Becks3 bottles of Stella Artois2 bottles of Gaymers cider2 bottles of Smirnoff Ice2 bottles of J201 bottle of house white wine1 bottle of house red wine£70.00There are only a limited number of roomsavailable at this festive rate, so pleasebook early to avoid disappointment.Accommodation is pre-payable at the timeof booking.Wine Combo2 bottles of house red wine2 bottles of house white wine£60.00Our prices include VAT at the current rate8 TO BOOK PLEASE CALL 0871 376 9013 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT thistle.com/christmas 9

ChristmasDay LunchFrom £54.95 per adultEnjoy a delicious 4-course lunchin the relaxing atmosphere of ourBurford Restaurant.£54.95 per adult£25.00 per child under 12 years oldChildren under 5 eat free of chargeChristmas hats, crackers and novelties providedFull bar service from 12.00 noonLunch reservations at 1.00pm and 2.00pmOur prices include VAT at the current rateStartersTenderstem broccoli soup & Stilton croutons (v)Coarse game terrine & tomato chutneyMelon trio & mango sorbet (v)Main CoursesRoasted turkey breast, sage & onion stuffing,bacon-wrapped chipolata & gravySlow-baked forerib of beef & Yorkshirepudding, creamed horseradish & gravyWild mushroom & vegetable pâté Wellington& mustard cream sauce (v)Served with potatoes, Brussels sprouts &roasted root vegetablesDessertsChristmas pudding & brandy sauceTrio of chocolate torte & frozen raspberriesBlackcurrant cheesecake & blackcurrant coulisCheeseSelection of cheese & biscuitsTo FinishCoffee, mints & mince pies3-DayChristmasPackageRelax and let ustake care of Christmas.Christmas EveArrive on Christmas Eve to a warm welcomeand afternoon tea. Then gather for a BucksFizz drinks reception and 3-course eveningdinner followed by musical entertainment.Christmas DayWake up to a full English breakfast and spendthe morning taking it easy, or use OtiumHealth and Leisure Club. Enjoy a glass ofmulled wine and a traditional Christmas lunch.Relax in the afternoon whilst watching theQueen’s Speech. Tea and cakes will be servedin the lounge. Later join the festive buffetdinner and entertainment.Boxing DayAfter a hearty breakfast take a drive to explorethe Cotswolds or visit Cheltenham for the startof the sales. In the evening join our BoxingNight dinner and disco.December 27thBreakfast in the Burford Restaurant and farewell.3-Day package ratesPer adult£270.00 per personChildren between11 and 16 years £135.00Children between5 and 10 years £99.00Children 5 years and under Free(Prices based on 2 adults sharing a room, single occupancysupplements may apply).Our prices include VAT at the current rate10 TO BOOK PLEASE CALL 0871 376 9013FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT thistle.com/christmas 11

New Year’s EveFrom £64.95 per personYour evening will start in stylewith a glass of sparkling wine andcanapés, followed by a 5-coursegala dinner.Our live band and resident DJ will keep youdancing throughout the night, pausing onlyto count in the New Year.£64.95 per personDress code is lounge suit or black tie.Over 16s only.Stay the nightOnce checked into your room, you will finda bottle of sparkling wine and chocolates towelcome you.See in the New Year by joining our drinksreception and gala dinner.Pre-starterCreamy celeriac soup & celeriac crisps (v)StarterRoasted fig & Stilton salad with Parma ham& port reductionMain CoursesSlow-roasted rump of lamb, fondant potatoes& seasonal vegetables, duo of mint hollandaise& red wine saucesHerb-crusted cod loin, dauphinoise potatoes,seasonal vegetables, wilted greens &leek veloutéSpinach & Parmesan risotto withbalsamic parsnips (v)Enjoy a full English breakfast on New Year’s Day.£290.00 per room for our 1-night packagebased on 2 people sharing.There will be a single occupancy supplementper night (price available on request).Pre-DessertMango sorbet & pineapple crispDessertsTriple chocolate gâteauRaspberry cranachanSelection of mature Devon cheddar, Somersetbrie & Derbyshire stilton cheese, celery,grapes, biscuits & bread with tomato chutneyTo FinishCoffee, mints & petit foursOur prices include VAT at the current rateBonus nightsGo on... indulge for just one more night.Ask us about organising tickets toCheltenham Races on New Year’s Day.Rooms from £79 bed and breakfast.Our prices include VAT at the current rateTerms and conditionsHaving made your provisional booking bytelephone, please complete the bookingform enclosed and sign at the bottom inacceptance of these terms. Please forwardyour signed booking form together withyour NON-REFUNDABLE deposit to theChristmas Co-ordinator.We require a £10.00 per person deposit for allbookings with the exception of Christmas DayLunch and New Year’s Eve when a £30.00 perperson deposit is required.Provisional bookings will be held for 14 days.If the deposit and signed booking form havenot been received within 14 days the bookingmay be automatically released withoutprior notification.The total balance outstanding is required 21days prior to your event date. If the balance isnot received by this date the booking will beautomatically cancelled. Menu choices whereapplicable are also required 21 days prior toyour event date.Cancellation policy – deposits, part paymentsand full payments are not refundable andnon-transferable under any circumstances. Werecommend that you take out event insuranceto cover you in the case of cancellation.In the event of any event having to be cancelledby Thistle Cheltenham an alternative date willbe offered or a full refund given without liabilityto the hotel or Thistle Hotels.DressWe request that our guests dress smartcasual for all our Christmas parties – no jeansor trainers permitted. Fancy dress is allowed.Dress is Lounge Suit or Black Tie forNew Year’s Eve.ChildrenNo children under 18 years of age arepermitted to attend the Christmas parties.The lower age limit for New Year’s Eve is16 years of age.Table SizesWe reserve the right to join parties togetherwhen bookings are made for less than 6guests. Table configurations and layoutscannot be guaranteed.Dietary RequirementsSome special diets can be catered forindividually, providing we are aware ofthem in advance.Christmas & New Year ResidentialPackages and Party Night AccommodationFull payment will be required at the timeof booking. This will be non-refundableand non-transferable.12 TO BOOK PLEASE CALL 0871 376 9013 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT thistle.com/christmas 13

Christmas Pre-Order Wine List 2011Please indicate how many bottles you would like to order by completing the form below.Wine£ per No of Wine £ per No ofbottle bottlesbottle bottlesWhiteLuis Felipe Edwards Lot 18 Merlot, Rapel Valley Chile, 2009/10 £22.00 ______D’Vine Inzolia Sicilia, Italy, 2009/10£16.00 ______ Soft, crunchy cherry fruit with a velvety finishFresh lemons, peach, almonds sprinkled withFish Hoek Pinotage, Western Cape, South Africa, 2007/8 £22.50 ______Italian seasoningSmoky mulberries leap to greetLuis Felipe Edwards Lot 66 Sauvignon Blanc,£18.00 ______ Hardys Nottage Hill Shiraz, SE Australia, 2006/7£22.50 ______Rapel Valley Chile, 2009/10Precocious plum pieces steeped in spice and swirledAlpine fresh, cool tropical fruit and pearsin creamed vanillaFish Hoek Chenin Blanc,Château Tour Grand Mayne, Côtes de Castillon,£23.50 ______Western Cape South Africa, 2008/9£20.50 ______ France, 2007/8A huge melon and tropical fruit saladPlump plum richness and crystallised red berriesNottage Hill Chardonnay, SE Australia, 2007/8£21.50 ______ Vidal Estate Pinot Noir, Hawke’s Bay New Zealand, 2007/8 £29.50 ______Generously ripened melons, creamed vanillaRibbons of sweet raspberries ripple throughand citrus hintsvanilla cream layersPinto Grigio Grave Del Fruili, Borgo Tesis, Fantinel, 2008/9 £22.50 ______ PinkApples, peach and pear notes vie for attentionD’Vine Merlot Rosé delle Venezie, Italy, 2009/10£16.00 ______Petit Chablis, J. Moreau et Fils, France, 2007/8£27.50 ______ Light fluffy and sprightly fresh strawberriesElegant, steely style. Shy hints of firm peachesBelvino Pinot Grigio Rosato Delle Venezie, Italy, 2009/10 £19.50 ______Villa Maria Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, £32.50 ______ Bags of summer fruit deliciousnessMarlborough, New Zealand, 2008/9Passion fruit and gooseberry layers drizzled with limeChampagne & SparklingRedBerri Estates Cuvée Brut, SE Australia, NV£23.50 ______Bursting bubbles of juicy berriesD’Vine Cabernet Sauvignon delle Venezie, Italy, 2009/10 £16.00 ______Crushed cranberries infused with delicate damsonsG.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut, France, NV£45.00 ______Full and rich with a hint of crispinessBarbera d’Alba Suculé, Villa Lanata, Italy, 2005/6£20.00 ______Sumptuous ripe black cherries, oozing withMineral Watermellow softnessSparkling£4.50 ______Still£4.50 ______AboutThistleCheltenhamThistle Cheltenham is located in its ownground on the edge of the elegant spa townand is well placed for exploring some ofthe country’s most beautiful streets andelegant parks. We are in a great locationjust half a mile from the M5 (Jct 11).WeddingsBeautiful grounds, fantastic suites andoutstanding service make Thistle Cheltenhamthe perfect venue for your wedding day. Callour Wedding Co-ordinator to find out moredetails about our wedding packages.Dinner dancesThistle Cheltenham is a great venue for thatdinner dance you’re planning. Our Executivesuite can host 350 people in comfort. Wealso have a range of other rooms that offercomfortable surroundings for smaller dinnersand events.Conferences and ExhibitionsThistle Cheltenham offers first class,temperature-controlled meeting facilities,with a choice of 15 conferences rooms,syndicates and suites. The Executive suitecan accommodate up to 400 people for atheatre style event. We also have smallermeeting rooms ideally suited to interviews,board meetings and training sessions.Let’s Meet @ ThistleCall our Meeting and Events team on01242 232691 to find out more about ourdelegate packages.NORTHBIRMINGHAMGloucestershireAirportM5 M5A40 A40GLOUCESTERSOUTHBRISTOL11GCHQUPPER HATHERLEYRacecourseA4013A40CHELTENHAMTOWN CENTRELONDONOXFORDTHISTLE CHELTENHAMGloucester RoadCheltenham GL51 0TST 0871 376 9013F 0871 376 9113letsmeet.cheltenham@thistle.co.ukthistle.com/cheltenhamCalls to 0871 numbers are charged at7p per minute plus any network extras14These are our most popular wines. If you would like to see our full wine list let us know. This wine list is available for pre-orders only and may be subject to change on the party night. In the event thata certain wine is not available, we reserve the right to offer a similar vintage in price and quality. The ABV range of the wines on this list is 11.5% – 14.8%. All prices include VAT at the current rate.FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT thistle.com/christmas 15

LocationsNationwideInvernessGlasgowAberdeen x 3EdinburghNewcastleMiddlesbrough33 great Christmas & New Yearparty venues across the UKwith 11 in central LondonTo experience Thistle pleasecall 0871 376 9000or book online at thistle.comHaydockLiverpoolManchesterBirminghamEast Midlands AirportCheltenhamBristolCardiffExeter PooleLondonHeathrowSt AlbansLondon x 11Brands HatchBrighton