The Old Rectory 01939 233233



Wedding Packages
At The Old Rectory



Choice of collections, including exclusivity of house, grounds and courtyard marquee.



Civil Ceremony


We are licensed for the Orangery up to 57 guests and the Rectors Dining Room up to 80 guests.

Please note the registrars new telephone number is 0345 6789 016.


Choose from an indoor ceremony or outside in our superb Rectory garden.


Exclusive use charges

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Hotel and bedrooms - £2000

Hotel, bedrooms and marquee - £2500


Exclusive use includes the bridal suite and 13 individually styled bedrooms, sleeping a maximum of 34 guests.

We do ask that you allocate the rooms suitable for your guest’s

requirements.

If you choose for your guests to pay for their own rooms on departure, this will be deducted from the exclusive use charge.


Our new permanent courtyard marquee which is connected to the hotel caters for sit down meals for up to 120 and 200 guests for a more casual affair with its own bar and terrace area.


One exclusive wedding per day…. Yours.


As we never host more than one wedding a day you can rest assured that we will give you our individual care and attention in order to deliver the wedding you’ve always dreamed of.


We offer exclusive use packages for either one or two days.


Every bride has their own idea of how they want their wedding day to be. Bring your thoughts and ideas to us and we will make your dreams a reality.


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silver collection



Starters



Soup Options – choose one of the following

Leek & Potato (v)

Tomato, Basil & Crème Fraiche (v)

Cream of Mushroom & Tarragon (v)

Cream of Vegetable (v)


Grilled Mackerel Salad

beetroot & horseradish puree


Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil Tartlet (v)

dressed leaves


Ham Hock & Apple Terrine

spiced fruit compote




Main Courses





Roast Turkey Crown

chipolata, cranberry & sage stuffing, pan gravy


Roast Silverside of Shropshire Beef

Yorkshire pudding, pan gravy


Trio of Local Sausages

mustard mash, shallot gravy


Fillet of Cod

spinach, chive & citrus sauce


Vegetable Tarlet(v)

caramelised red onion, Mediterranean vegetable salad


All served with a seasonal vegetables , roast and new potatoes.




Desserts





Lemon Tart

citrus clotted cream


Sticky Toffee Pudding

butterscotch sauce


Raspberry & White Chocolate Roulade

prosecco syrup


Profiteroles

chocolate sauce


Followed by coffee and mints



Silver drinks package, each guest will receive

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A glass of Bucks Fizz, red or white wine or orange juice on arrival/after ceremony drink.


A glass of house red or white wine or orange juice during the meal


A glass of Sparkling wine for the toast


Should you wish guests to have a choice of food options there will be a £3 supplement per guest.





gold collection



Starters



Soup options – choose one of the following

Pea & Smoked Ham

Carrot & Coriander (v)

Broccoli & Stilton (v)

French Onion (v)

Or choose a soup from the Silver package


Salmon Terrine

lime dressed asparagus & avocado salad


Grilled Halloumi Seasonal Salad

roasted vegetables, toasted pine nuts


Wild Boar Terrine

apple & pear compote, melba toast




Main Courses



Roast Topside of Beef

Yorkshire pudding, mushroom fricassé, red wine jus


Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breast

red pepper mousse, cream & white wine sauce


Fillet of Seabass

pesto crust, watercress & prawn sauce


Roast Leg of Lamb

redcurrant & rosemary jus


Roasted Butternut Squash (v)

asparagus risotto, pesto dressing


All served with a seasonal vegetables, roast and new potatoes.




Desserts



Vanilla or Bailey’s Crème Brulee

tuille biscuit


Lemon Meringue Pie

clotted cream


Pecan Brownie

salted caramel ice cream


Strawberry & Mint Tartlet

pimms ice cream


followed by coffee & mints



Gold drinks package, each guest will receive

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A glass of Pimms, Bucks Fizz, orange juice or other alternatives can be discussed on arrival/ after ceremony drink.


A glass of house red or white wine or orange juice and a top up during the meal.


A glass of Sparkling wine for the toast


Should you wish guests to have a choice of food options there will be a £3 supplement per guest.





Platinum Collection



Starters



Soup Options – choose one of the following

Butternut Squash & Chilli (v)

Chorizo & Lentil

Mushroom & Guinness (v)

Pea & Watercress (v)

Roasted red pepper & tomato soup, mozzarella crouton

Or choose a soup from the Silver or Gold menu


Smoked Salmon & Beetroot Gravadlax Terrine

dressed leaves, mango pearls


Smoked Chicken Salad

sundried tomato & feta salad, truffle oil & pea shoots


Duck & Champagne Terrine

cointreau orange compote


Four Cheese Ravioli (v)

Roasted Julianne vegetables


Orange, Strawberry & Citrus Jelly (v)

strawberry daiquiri coulis, poached kumquats




Main Courses



Garlic Studded Leg of Lamb

redcurrant & shallot gravy


Pan Fried Halibut

sautéed samphire, cherry tomatoes


4oz Beef Wellington

port jus


Crispy Fried Duck Breast

cherry & red wine jus


Spinach, Ricotta & Wild Mushroom, Tart (v)

balsamic reduction, courgetti


All served with a seasonal vegetables, roast and new potatoes.




Desserts



Cherry Bakewell Tart

Amaretto ice cream


Bailey’s Chocolate Brownie Trifle

chantilly cream


Champagne & Raspberry Possett

brandy snap


Rhubarb, Hazelnut & Pear Crumble

crème anglaise


Followed by coffee & mints



Platinum drinks package, each guest will receive

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A glass of Kir Royale, Bucks Fizz, Sherry, red or white wine or orange juice on arrival/after ceremony drink.


A glass of house red or white wine or orange juice including two top ups during the meal.


A glass of Tanners Cava or Prosecco for the toast


Should you wish guests to have a choice of food options there will be a £3 supplement per guest.





silver collection



Adult 2023 £65.00
Under 12 2023 £32.50
Adult 2024 £70.00
Under 12 2024 £35.00


Price Per Head

Gold Collection



Adult 2023 £77.50
Under 12 2023 £38.75
Adult 2024 £80.00
Under 12 2024 £40.00


Price Per Head

platinum collection



Adult 2023 £87.50
Under 12 2023 £43.75
Adult 2024 £90.00
Under 12 2024 £45.00


Price Per Head

Included in the cost of your chosen package is:


Arrival drink – Alcoholic or non alcoholic drink per guest

3 course meal & coffee


A glass of house red or white wine or orange juice per guest

A glass of Prosecco for the toast per guest

(additional drinks with gold/platinum packages)


Cake stand and Knife

Master of ceremonies to conduct proceedings

(Member of management - Wedding Co-ordinator)

Red Carpet

50% off Bridal Suite standard rate



Additional Charges:


Linen Charge £5 per cloth

Canapés from £5 per head

Exclusive use

Marquee hire

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Please note table cloths are included in the hire of the marquee


We can also arrange at additional charge:


Flowers, Wedding Cake, Stationary, Photography, Rolls Royce, Candy Buffet, Chair Covers & Sashes



Ask us about our recommended local suppliers.






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‘Grand Wedding for a Grand!’
For winter 2023/24



We have put together a special menu for just a thousand pounds to create the wedding you deserve.

Selected dates available in November and December 2023 and January February 2024.


What's included?

Ceremony in the orangery overlooking the gardens (excludes

registrars fee)

Red carpet

3-course meal and coffee for 15 guests (menu as below)

Drinks package (as below)

Cake stand and knife

Master of ceremonies

Bridal suite for the wedding night


Menu

Starter - Seasonal soup with warm bread roll OR Farmhouse Pate

Main - Roast Shropshire beef, Yorkshire pudding, pan gravy, OR Roast turkey with traditional trimmings

(Vegetarian option available)

Dessert - Crème brulee OR Apple pie and custard

Coffee and Mints


Drinks Package

A glass of bucks fizz, a bottle of Peroni, or orange juice for each guest after the ceremony

A small glass of house red, white or orange juice for each guest with the meal

A glass of Prosecco or orange juice for each guest for the toast


Extra additional charges:

Extra guests at £50 per head for day reception.

Option of adding an evening party for £1000 for 50 guests to include hot meat rolls and salads OR evening packages from £14 per head.

Disco from £295


For available dates and to arrange a show around please call 01939 233233 and speak to Selina




The Old Rectory Hotel

Lowe Hill Road Wem Shropshire SY4 5UA

01939 233233

Email: enquiries@oldrectorywem.co.uk

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