MASTER COPY Richardson Christmas & New Year Brochure 2017

Where Memories Are Made
Christmas & New Year 2017

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
The Richardson Hotel Group is a collection of five very individual hotels situated in the most stunning locations on
the South Devon and Cornwall coasts. All offer striking period architecture, breath taking views and award winning dining.
Our Victorian, individually styled hotels offer a home from home and simply the best place to spend a three night
Christmas or two night New Year break.
The Grand Hotel, Seafront, Torquay, Devon
The Grosvenor Hotel, Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon
The Falmouth Hotel, Castle Beach, Falmouth, Cornwall
The Fowey Hotel, The Esplanade, Fowey, Cornwall
The Metropole Hotel, Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall
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For enquiries or to book, call Reservations on 0800 005 2244
www.richardsonhotels.co.uk

The Grand Hotel, Torquay
Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December 2017
Breathe in the scent of mulled cider and mince pies as you join us on Christmas Eve for a
sparkling Champagne reception. Our resident musician plays seasonal favourites on the Grand
Piano while a thousand twinkling lights and shimmering ornaments create a spectacular festive
ambiance in the Compass Lounge where the joy and excitement of the holiday season fills the air.
This evening experience fine dining and exemplary service in our AA award winning
Restaurant 1881 with a sensational 3 course meal, followed by fabulous live entertainment in the
Compass Lounge. Later, warm drinks and home-made mince pies will be on offer for
those returning from midnight mass.
Christmas Day, Monday 25th December 2017
This Christmas morning wake up to the breathtaking aroma of a full English breakfast and freshly
baked pastries being served in the restaurant all accompanied by a celebratory glass
of Bucks Fizz and then spend the morning at your leisure.
Your choice of Christmas lunch will be served over 4 courses in the elegance of Restaurant
1881. After dinner, relax as you wish. Father Christmas will be joining us with gifts in the
Compass Lounge after the Queen’s speech has been shown. This evening our resident pianist
returns whilst a traditional yuletide buffet will be served in the restaurant. After, guests are
welcome to relax with a drink or take part in the entertainment and games on offer.
Boxing Day, Tuesday 26th December 2017
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast and spend the morning as you wish. Lunch will be served
in the restaurant. This evening a wonderful gala buffet is served, followed by live entertainment,
music and dancing.
Wednesday 27th December 2017
Enjoy a leisurely full English breakfast before heading back home. If you’d like to extend
your stay, we would love to have you... ask about our competitive Twixmas rates.
Three Night Christmas Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Inland Single £492 Seaview Single £507
Compact Double £514 Inland Double/Twin £529
Seaview Double/Twin £574 Inland Family £597
Seaview Family £627 1 Bedroom Suite £679
2 Bedroom Suite £754 Superior Suite £829
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Grand Hotel, Torquay
Saturday 30th December 2017
Arrive to a warm welcome and settle into your well-appointed room. Join us for a
delightful afternoon tea served in the Compass Lounge with far reaching views across
the bay. This evening, experience a delicious 3 course dinner being served in our
elegant AA rosette Restaurant 1881 ahead of the live entertainment.
New Year’s Eve, Sunday 31st December 2017
Start the day with a hearty full English breakfast, made with our locally sourced ingredients,
after which the day is yours to spend as you please. You could book a luxury Caudalie
treatment, take a dip in the heated indoor pool, enjoy the hot tub and sauna or work
up an appetite in the gym.
The evening celebrations commence with pre-dinner drinks and a canapé reception
in the lounge, followed by a 5 course gala dinner in Restaurant 1881. You are invited
to continue the celebrations at a spectacular party with live in-house music as we
countdown to 2017.
New Year’s Day, Monday 1st January 2018
Enjoy a traditional English breakfast to set you on your way home with a late check
out of 12pm. But, why not stay a little longer? We’ve planned some very enticing rates
for guests to extend their stay... just ask.
Two Night New Year’s Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Inland Single £274 Seaview Single £284
Compact Double £289 Inland Double/Twin £299
Seaview Double/Twin £329 Inland Family £344
Seaview Family £364 1 Bedroom Suite £399
2 Bedroom Suite £449 Superior Suite £499
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Grosvenor Hotel, Torquay
Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December 2017
For us Christmas is all about the food, so where better to spend your holidays than at the
recently refurbished Grosvenor Hotel? Join us for a magical gastronomic experience with
a menu devised by Michelin star chef John Burton-Race. This Christmas eve join us for an
evening of merriment in our beautiful Ballroom with a wonderful 3 course dinner prepared
with fresh local ingredients. Followed by an evening of the finest entertainment.
Christmas Day, Monday 25th December 2017
After unwrapping all your wonderful gifts, take a seat for your choice of continental or
English breakfast. Spend the morning as you wish. Immerse yourself in the glory of the
season with a delicate 4 course festive lunch masterfully prepared by John and his team.
After, relax or join in our afternoon activities including the showing of the Queens speech.
As the day draws to a close give into festive indulgences one more time with a yuletide
buffet, warm drinks and home baked mince pies.
Boxing Day, Tuesday 26th December 2017
Start the day with a English breakfast and spend the morning at your leisure. Mid afternoon,
3 tier traditional Afternoon Teas will be served in the relaxing atmosphere of the lounge.
This evening savour your last 3 course fine dining experience in the elegance of the
Ballroom. Followed by an evening of sparkle and merriment.
Wednesday 27th December 2017
Enjoy a leisurely full English breakfast before heading back home. If you’d like to extend
your stay, we would love to have you... ask about our competitive Twixmas rates.
Three Night Christmas Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Compact Double £509 Standard Double/Twin £519
Executive Double/Twin £564 Standard Family £564
2 Bedroom Family £594 Superior Double £609
Superior Family £624
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Grosvenor Hotel, Torquay
Saturday 30th December 2017
We’ll be ready to welcome you to your New Year’s Eve extravaganza with a true Devonshire
Cream tea, after which you can relax before heading into a delicious 3 course dinner in
the Ballroom followed by live music tonight.
New Year’s Eve, Sunday 31st December 2017
Tuck into a hearty full English breakfast ahead of the day’s activities. The day is, of course,
yours to do as you wish but make sure you have plenty of energy ahead of this evening’s
activities.
Join us for celebratory drinks in the Lounge Bar ahead of a fantastic culinary experience.
A 5 course gala dinner, created by John Burton-Race will be served, after which,
the celebrations will continue until the countdown begins. At the stroke of midnight,
raise a glass with us to welcome in the New Year in style, before continuing with the
dancing until the early hours.
New Year’s Day, Monday 1st January 2018
Enjoy a traditional English breakfast to set you on your way home with a late check
out of 12pm. But, why not stay a little longer? We’ve planned some very enticing
rates for guests to extend their stay... just ask.
Two Night New Year’s Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Compact Double £279 Standard Double/Twin £289
Executive Double/Twin £319 Standard Family £319
2 Bedroom Family £339 Superior Double £349
Superior Family £359
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Falmouth Hotel, Falmouth
Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December 2017
A warm welcome awaits in the shape of a glass of Christmas sherry and home-made cake in the Lounge Bar
from 3pm until 5pm. From 7pm, join us for a cocktail and canapé reception and enjoy seasonal carols being
performed by the Youth Brass Band. After dinner you can join us in the bar for great live entertainment.
Christmas Day, Monday 25th December 2017
Enjoy a full and hearty Cornish breakfast served from 7am until 10am, after which you can enjoy a stroll along
the sea front or take in a few of the local sights as you relax into your stay. Our traditional Christmas Day
lunch is served from 12.30pm until 3pm. In the afternoon we will be showing (and re-showing for those
who do not finish lunch in time!) the Queen’s speech – while serving our Head Chef’s delicious Christmas
cake. The evening gets underway with a light buffet from 6.30pm for those with a little room spare,
followed by in-house entertainment that’s both easy and enjoyable.
Boxing Day, Tuesday 26th December 2017
Start Boxing Day with a delicious Cornish breakfast then enjoy the rest of the day your way. Choose from
a walk along the beach, a spot of retail therapy, a choice of many treatments or packages our Spa has to
offer or just curl up in the Lounge Bar with a good book!
A rolling buffet with a glass of St. Clements Fizz will be served from midday until 2pm. Delicious home-made
cake will be available in the bar throughout the afternoon, 3pm until 5pm and then a full choice, 3 course
meal will be served from 6.30pm until 9pm. After dinner, you can dance the night away or just sit and
enjoy the sounds of our great jazz duo.
Wednesday 27th December 2017
Enjoy a leisurely full Cornish breakfast before heading back home. If you would like to extend your stay,
we’re offering Twixmas rates from £99 per room bed & breakfast.
Three Night Christmas Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
(4 night breaks available on request)
Compact Double £423 Standard Inland Double/Twin £439
Standard Seaview Double £469 Executive Inland Double £484
Executive Seaview Double £499 Superior Seaview Double £529
The Castle Suite £559 2 Bedroom Seaview Lodge £585
3 Bedroom Seaview Lodge £599
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Falmouth Hotel, Falmouth
Saturday 30th December 2017
Enjoy a complimentary tea, coffee or hot chocolate on arrival. Join us for drinks and
nibbles this evening ahead of a wonderful 3 course dinner in the Castle Beach Restaurant.
After which, relax in the lounge bar with a drink and enjoy the sounds of our wonderful
live band.
New Year’s Eve, Sunday, 31st December 2017
Start the day the Cornish way with a wonderful, hearty breakfast, after which the day is
yours to do as you please, take a stroll across the bay, meander into town, relax at the
spa or enjoy a dip in the heated indoor pool. Activities such as games and quizzes will
be laid on during the afternoon as will a delicious buffet.
Our evening celebrations get underway from 7pm with a cocktail & canapé reception.
At 7.30pm our Piper will lead you into the Castle Beach Restaurant for a fabulous 5 course
gala dinner, after which you can try your luck with our fun casino including blackjack and
roulette. Dance the night away to our live band and DJ, taking time, of course to
countdown to midnight and toast the New Year at which time you will have a front
row seat for our own spectacular fireworks display.
New Year’s Day, Monday, 1st January 2018
Enjoy a traditional Cornish breakfast to set you on your way home with a late check
out of 12pm. But, why not stay a little longer? We’ve planned some very enticing rates
for guests to extend their stay... just ask.
Two Night New Year’s Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Compact Double £269 Inland Double/Twin £279
Standard Seaview Double £299 Executive Inland Double £309
Executive Seaview Double £329 Superior Seaview Double £349
The Castle Suite £365 2 Bedroom Lodge £425
3 Bedroom Lodge £455
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Executive rooms and upwards only.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Fowey Hotel, Fowey
Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December 2017
Relax after your journey with a delicious slice of traditional homemade Christmas cake and a
glass of mulled wine or mulled local cider. Join us for a Champagne and canapé reception
and enjoy the traditional songs from the Cornish sea shanty group, The Press Gang.
Afterwards, relax and enjoy a mouth-watering 4 course candlelit dinner in our 2 AA rosette,
Spinnakers Restaurant. Hot chocolate and mince pies await those returning from Midnight Mass.
Christmas Day, Monday 25th December 2017
Start Christmas Day with an authentic Cornish breakfast ahead of a truly relaxing day.
Champagne and canapés will be served before a 4 course traditional Christmas Day lunch.
Enjoy the Queen’s speech followed by a festive quiz and Christmas cake. A light buffet will
be served in the evening.
We will be drawing the blinds, setting out the soft seating and settling down for a Christmas
classic this evening in the Drawing Room. So why not curl up on the sofa, grab some popcorn,
relax and watch one of the all time great films. We will even supply waiting service so you can
watch uninterrupted!
Boxing Day, Tuesday 26th December 2017
After a wonderful Cornish breakfast, relax at your leisure, the day is yours to do as you
wish… or how about a guided tour around the local area? Our local expert guide, Lynne,
will be our tour guide and has the inside knowledge on the town, surrounding area, its
history and its characters. We’re sure you’ll be fascinated.
Join us for laser clay pigeon shooting from the lower tea gardens from 2-4pm – all levels of
expertise – or lack of it - will be welcome and all equipment will be provided. This evening,
we have a four course dinner and dance for you to enjoy until the small hours.
Wednesday, 27th December 2017
Savour your final Cornish breakfast before you head back home. No homeward journey
would be complete without a slice of Christmas cake, so we’ll make sure you’re well looked
after! However, if you would like to extend your stay to include Twixams, Wednesday 27th,
Thursday 28th and Friday 29th December, we’d be delighted to have you stay with
us. We have a special nightly rate of just £141 per room for dinner, bed and breakfast.
Three Night Christmas Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Standard Inland Double £552 Standard Seaview Double/Twin £597
Executive Seaview Double £642 Superior Seaview Double £687
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Fowey Hotel, Fowey
Saturday 30th December 2017
On arrival, relax after your journey with a traditional Cornish cream tea in the lounge
in front of a welcoming fire. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening,
we’ll be serving a 4 course candlelit dinner in our 2 AA rosette Spinnakers Restaurant.
New Year’s Eve, Sunday 31st December 2017
Start the day with a delicious full Cornish breakfast after which you can do as you wish.
Take a stroll, take in the sights, enjoy the Cornish coast in wintertime or just relax with
a good book.
Our Chef and Bar Manager invite you to experience a masterclass in food and drink
pairing in the Drawing room. Sample your favourite tipple, taste some amazing creations,
expand your knowledge and your taste buds. We are sure you will enjoy these ‘pearings’.
The evening’s celebrations get underway with a Champagne and canapé reception
followed by a 5 course gala dinner at 8pm with dancing to our live band until the early
hours. Toast the New Year with a glass of fizz at midnight.
New Year’s Day, Sunday, 1st January 2017
A leisurely New Year’s Day breakfast before departure or, if you would like to extend
your stay, we’re offering New Year’s Day from £95 Bed & Breakfast per room
(based on 2 sharing).
Two Night New Year’s Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Standard Inland Double £309 Standard Seaview Double/Twin £339
Executive Seaview Double £369 Superior Seaview Double £399
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Metropole Hotel, Padstow
Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December 2017
A Richardson Afternoon Tea will be waiting for you on arrival, served in the Brasserie from 2pm
until 4pm. Settle in and relax before the evening’s entertainment. Enjoy a glass of fizz and
canapés with the management team ahead of a mouth-watering 4 course dinner at 7pm.
During the evening, we have the authentic sounds of the Padstow Christmas Carollers.
For those returning from Mass, there will be mince pies and hot chocolate waiting.
Christmas Day, Monday 25th December 2017
Begin Christmas Day with a hearty Cornish breakfast after which you can open your presents
at your leisure and relax with Cornish Fairings biscuits and refreshments in the lounge. Enjoy
our delicious 5 course traditional Christmas Lunch in the 2 AA rosette Harbour Restaurant with
wonderful views over the Camel Estuary and Padstow Harbour. Upholding with tradition,
we will screen the Queen’s speech in the Drawing Room. Christmas day draws to a close
with a wonderful buffet served from 6.30pm until 8pm.
Boxing Day, Tuesday 26th December 2017
Start your day with an authentic Cornish breakfast served in the restaurant then enjoy a relaxing
morning in your own way and at lunchtime we will be serving a delicious hot and cold buffet
in the Harbour Restaurant.
During the afternoon we have games in the drawing room or you can choose to put your
tastebuds to the test with an exclusive Cornish cheese and wine tasting. A relaxed drinks
reception gets underway from 6.30pm, followed by a 4 course gala dinner at 7pm.
After dinner enjoy the Metropole mastermind quiz or simply put your feet up for the rest
of the evening.
Wednesday 27th December 2017
Enjoy a leisurely full Cornish breakfast before heading back home. If you’d like to extend
your stay, we would love to have you... ask about our competitive Twixmas rates.
Three Night Christmas Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Standard Seaview Single £609 Standard Inland Double/Twin £629
Standard Seaview Double/Twin £667 Executive Double/Twin £704
Superior Seaview Double £749
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

The Metropole Hotel, Padstow
Saturday 30th December 2017
A warm welcome awaits you at the hotel along with a wonderful, traditional Cornish cream tea.
Relax and take in the views or why not indulge in a relaxing spa treatment after your journey
(cost not included in the package). Enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner in our award winning,
2 AA rosette, Harbour Restaurant this evening.
New Year's Eve, Sunday 31st December 2017
Full Cornish breakfast overlooking the Estuary and Padstow harbour will get your day off to a great
start. We are joining forces with local beer and ale suppliers, Padstow Brewing Company, for a
tasting of the local Cornish brews alongside a masterclass in how to make the perfect pasty.
Our chefs will then cook the pasties which you can eat with the buffet lunch provided.
As an alternative, and perhaps one for the ladies, our therapist will be offering mini manicures and
party ready treatments between midday and 3pm. The cost of this is not included in the set New
Year package price and reservations will have to be made in advance – a complementary glass of
fizz will accompany your chosen treatment.
Join the team and guests for our Champagne and canapé reception at 7pm followed by a lavish
5 course dinner served in the Harbour Restaurant, from 7.30pm. Music and dancing to lead you
into the New Year follow. There will be a fun casino in the Lounge Bar where you can pretend to
spend a fortune before raising a glass of Champagne to toast in the New Year.
A spectacular fireworks display over the harbour takes place at midnight.
New Year's Day, Monday 1st January 2018
Take your time this morning after the night before, with a leisurely breakfast and a midday departure.
But, why not stay a little longer? We’ve planned some very enticing rates for guests to extend
their stay... just ask.
Two Night New Year’s Package
(Prices are per person & based on 2 people sharing)
Standard Seaview Single £262 Standard Inland Double/Twin £309
Standard Seaview Double/Twin £334 Executive Double/Twin £359
Superior Seaview Double £389
Children’s Prices
Aged 4 – 15 sharing a room with two adults will be charged from £80 per child per day.
Aged under 4 sharing a room with two adults are free of charge.

Small Print
Deposit
A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of £100 per person is required at the time of booking.
Payment
Full non-refundable payment for all packages is required with any pre-orders by the 1st December 2017.
Prices quoted are per person, per package and based on 2 adults sharing. Double rooms for single
occupancy will carry a single occupancy supplement of 50% of the 2nd person charge.
Prices are correct at time of going to print and unless stated otherwise are based on 2 people sharing.
VAT is included at the standard rate and any gratuities are at the discretion of the customer.
We recommend that guests consider taking out insurance cover in the event of a cancellation.
Dietary Requirements & Notifications
Our food is produced in a kitchen that uses nuts, nut products, shellfish, fish, wheat, milk, eggs and soybean.
Whilst we will do all we can to accommodate guests with food intolerances and allergies. We are unable to
guarantee that dishes will be completely allergen free. Please let a member of the team know
if you have any allergies or intolerances.

Where Memories Are Made
The Grand Hotel
General Enquiries: 01803 296677
Seafront | Torquay | Devon | TQ2 6NT
The Grosvenor Hotel
General Enquiries: 01803 294373
Belgrave Road | Torquay | Devon | TQ2 5HG
The Falmouth Hotel
General Enquiries: 01326 312671
Castle Beach | Falmouth | Cornwall | TR11 4NZ
The Fowey Hotel
General Enquiries: 01726 832551
Esplanade | Fowey | Cornwall | PL23 1HX
The Metropole Hotel
General Enquiries: 01841 532486
Station Road | Padstow | Cornwall | PL28 8DB
Reservations: 0800 005 2244
reservations@richardsonhotels.co.uk
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