Once upon a time Say I do in one of these magical venues WHAT’S NEW? HORWOOD HOUSE, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Championing the very best of locally sourced British ingredients and embracing the hotel’s heritage is Harry’s Bar & Kitchen, the beautiful countryside restaurant based within Horwood House hotel. With a new menu carefully curated by the hotel’s new executive chef William Dimartino, the restaurant embraces seasonality - a value important to the estate’s first commissioner, Frederick Denny, who employed a dedicated gardening team to ensure the grounds delivered produce all year round - alongside the horticultural heritage synonymous with the hotel’s 38 acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands. Placing the spotlight on quality ingredients and working closely with local growers and producers, expect nibbles such as whipped smoked cod’s roe alongside starters of coal-roasted Ware beetroot with goat’s cheese mousse and maple walnuts, burratina with pomegranate and toasted almonds, and the chef’s favourite - Isle of Wight tomato with chopped avocado and whipped tofu. A delicious sharing board showcasing local charcuterie from Cobble Lane makes the perfect appetiser, served alongside pickles and celeriac remoulade. The main courses focus on dishes cooked in a charcoal oven. Expect sirloin and ribeye steak aged for 30 days in a Himalayan salt chamber, expertly sourced from local business, Buckingham Butchers, alongside teriyaki Loch Duart salmon, lamb kofta with onion flatbread and pomegranate glazed grilled chicken. With sandwiches and wraps for light lunches, and delicious vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options such as BBQ harissa cauliflower or a superfood salad, guests will be spoilt for choice. Desserts are no afterthought with several sweet delights to choose from. Highlights include a tropical rum roasted pineapple brioche with milk ice cream and a lemon and mint posset with raspberry sorbet. Inspired by the estate’s horticultural heritage and picturesque grounds, the restaurant exhibits rich, textural finishes of velvet, leather and tweed contrasted beautifully alongside the suitably botanical surroundings with a stunning herbaceous arrangement hanging from the restaurant’s skylight – a nod to Percy Thrower, acclaimed TV gardener and son of the restaurant’s namesake, Harry. Choose to dine at the country kitchen table or slink into armchairs for an intimate lunch or a relaxed evening meal. Guests can even take a seat on the expansive outdoor terrace, which overlooks the beautiful British countryside. The newly refurbished Wedding Ceremony Room inside this Grade 11 listed property seating up to 80 guests is brimming with grand features and provides a neutral ethereal-inspired space. High ceilings are decorated with magnificent detailing, there’s an impressive stone fireplace and a stunning bay window providing plenty of natural daylight. Subtly glistening wall coverings and soft botanical prints complete the romantic décor. For a picturesque outdoor backdrop, a white wedding pavilion is situated in the historical gardens to be enjoyed throughout the summer months, with a capacity of 190 guests and couples can also choose to use the grounds for a drink reception and photography. The neutral and spacious settings of the Eyre and Cook Suites can be decorated to any chosen theme, seating up to 190 guests for the wedding breakfast, with the option to add a dancefloor. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01296 722 100, www.horwoodhouse.co.uk We love... the H Spa, home to a 15-metre swimming pool complete with tranquillity beds, a thermal sauna and a steam room. THEMED VENUES 21
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