ALL THE

JOY OF CHRISTMAS

AT MERCURE EXETER ROUGEMONT HOTEL

CONTENTS03 EVENT DIARY

04 CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL

06 PARTY & STAY

07 FESTIVE LUNCHES

08 CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

09 FESTIVE BREAKS

10 POST-CHRISTMAS GETAWAYS

12 NEW YEAR’S EVE BLACK TIE GALA DINNER

18 NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES

19 EVENTS 2017

ALL-INCLUSIVE DRINKS PACKAGE

Unlimited house wine, beer and soft drinks – £28.00 per person. (Please note: this must be

bought for all members of your party.)

WELCOME DRINK

Start your celebrations in style with a welcome drink for your guests from £3.50 per person. Available for private parties only.

COCKTAIL RECEPTION

Celebrate in style with a Christmas Carnival cocktail reception £18.00 per jug.

FESTIVE DRINKS PACKAGES

Have your drinks waiting for you at your table, saving time and money. From £20.00 per person.

FESTIVE WINE OFFER

Why not add a bottle of house red, white or rosé wine for just £17.50 per bottle?

JOIN A PARTY

An evening of entertainment and festive food to the colourful backdrop of our Christmas Carnival from £27.00 per person.

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT

Make the most of your celebrations and spend the night with us. Rooms start from £75.00 including breakfast.

FESTIVE OFFERS

CONTACT US

For more information on the festive events and offers call

01392 254982or email

ha0h6-sb@accor.comor visit

mercure.com/festive

CELEBRATE THE SEASON OF JOY

LOOK FORWARD TO A SEASONAL SHORT BREAK, DELICIOUS FESTIVE FARE WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS,

OR STYLISH CELEBRATIONS WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY OR COLLEAGUES – IN A JOYFULLY UNIQUE SETTING.

Set in the heart of the city centre, the unique Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel off ers a beautiful setting for your festive celebrations. The Victorian hotel, with 98

en-suite rooms, is ideal for corporate, private and family celebrations.

Speak to our dedicated team who will help with everything from initial enquiry to booking – and discover the joy we can bring to your Christmas celebrations.

EVENT DIARY

NOVEMBER

CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL SAVER PARTY NIGHTS Throughout November

DECEMBER

FESTIVE LUNCHES Thursday 1st to Thursday 29th December (excludes Christmas Day)

CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL PARTY NIGHTS Daily throughout December

CHILDREN’S TEA PARTY WITH SANTA Sunday 18th December

THREE-NIGHT RESIDENTIAL CHRISTMAS PACKAGESFrom Saturday 24th December

BOXING DAY LUNCH A sumptuous two-course lunch will be served £18.00 per person (menu upon request)

NEW YEAR’S EVE BLACK TIE CELEBRATIONSSaturday 31st December

JANUARY 2017

CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL SAVER PARTY NIGHTSThroughout January

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SAMBA YOUR WAY INTO CHRISTMAS!Experience a Christmas party with a diff erence – bursting with all the colours,

sounds and excitement of the carnival, a real treat for all the senses. The spirit of Rio is coming to our hotel – so dress exotic, leave your inhibitions behind and enjoy an evening

of fantastic food, foot-tapping music and dancing the night away.

FESTIVE OFFERSSIX DRINKS TOKENS £20.00 – Each can be redeemed against a pint of

draught beer, a small glass of house wine or a single house spirit and mixer.

EXECUTIVE COMBO £200.00 – Incudes 2 bottles of house Champagne, 6 bottles of house wine, 2 jugs of cocktails and 1 beer bucket.

WINE COMBO £85.00 – Choose 6 bottles – any combinationof house red, white or rosé.

BEER BUCKET £42.00 – Choose between 12 bottles of Stella or Beck’s.

NON-ALCOHOLIC COMBO £15.00 – Choose 6 bottles from J2O, Appletiser or non-alcoholic Beck’s.

COCKTAIL JUGS £18.00 – Choose from Ginger Fizz, Mojito, Winter Berry Punch or A Very Merry Christmas. All cocktails can be

served as a non-alcoholic alternative (except A Very Merry Christmas).

WELCOME DRINK OFFER FOR EXCLUSIVE EVENTSMulled wine £3.50, Prosecco £6.00, Buck’s Fizz £4.00,

Arrival cocktail £6.00, Non-alcoholic cocktail £4.00.

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CHRISTMAS CARNIVAL MENU

TO START

Winter vegetable soup (v) Crème fraîche, thyme croutons

OR

Duck and chicken liver parfait Apple, clementine and ginger chutney, toasted sourdough,

mixed leaves

OR

Whisky-cured smoked salmon Pickled fennel, dill mayonnaise,

rye bread

MAINS

Roast turkey Duck fat-roasted potatoes,

festive stuffing, ‘pigs in blankets’,

seasonal vegetables, gravy

OR

Slow-cooked braised beef Potato terrine, red wine shallots,

buttered spinach

OR

Pan-fried sea trout Crushed potatoes, creamed leeks,

lemon and chive beurre blanc

OR

Wild mushroom, Brie and walnut Wellington (v)

Squash purée, roast vegetables

DESSERTS

Traditional Christmas pudding Brandy sauce

OR

Chocolate and salted caramel mousse

Dulce de leche cream

OR

Orange and Cointreau cheesecake

Amaretti and

honeycomb crumble

AND

Coffee and mince pies

Drake’s Bar opens: 6pm | Party starts: 7pm | Dinner served: 7.30pm Dress code: smart casual / carnival fancy dress

PARTY DATES

EARLY BOOKERSGroups of 30+ enjoy a complimentary Sparkling Reception on arrival.

Bookings to be confirmed with deposit paid before 31st August 2016 to qualify.

NOVEMBER 2016 / JANUARY 2017Various nights available from £27.00 per person

DECEMBER 2016Sunday to Thursday nights from £33.00 per person

Includes dancing to our DJ until midnight

Friday and Saturday nights £41.00 per person Includes carnival photo-booth until 11pm and dancing to our DJ until 1am

Hotel residents’ bar open all night. Please contact the hotel to discuss available dates, your requirements and party numbers.

Pre-booking required. A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £10.00 per person will be required to secure the booking.

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MAKE THE JOY LAST LONGER – STAY OVER

THE ONLY WAY TO TRULY RELAX: TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR GREAT-VALUE ACCOMMODATION RATES

THIS CHRISTMAS

Check in from 2pm and enjoy a relaxing afternoon enjoying the hotel before getting ready to party the night away.

And just think – at the end of the night, there’ll be no lengthy queues for a taxi: your room is just a short stroll away. What’s more enjoy a

traditional breakfast in the morning.

From £75.00 for a single room or from £85.00 for a double or twin room.

Rate includes breakfast.

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FESTIVE LUNCHES

TO CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IN STYLE, WHY NOT JOIN US FOR A DELICIOUS FESTIVE LUNCH OR DINNER?

Served daily in our restaurant throughout December, our delicious festive-themed menus include two- or three-course options. As well as the magnificent menus, enjoy the warmest of

welcomes from our staff and great surroundings. Whether it’s with friends, family or colleagues, we guarantee a great time – and the best bit, no washing up!

Bar opens: 11am | Food served: from 12 noon to 3pm | Dress code: smart casual

SERVED DAILY THROUGHOUT DECEMBER

TWO COURSES

From £17.50 per person

THREE COURSES

From £19.50 per person

Pre-booking required. A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £10.00 per person will be required to secure the booking.

Final numbers and full payment required 21 days prior to your date.

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CHILDREN’S TEA PARTY WITH SANTA

SUNDAY 18TH DECEMBER – 3PM TO 5PM

Come and join us for a great family Christmas Teatime Party. Children can visit Santa to whisper those all-important wishes and receive an early present! There will also be an opportunity to show off your dance

moves at the disco and play games.

£15.00 per adult

£5.00 per child (7-12), under-7s eat FREE

To book telephone: 01392 254982

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CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

JOIN US FOR A SCRUMPTIOUS FOUR-COURSE CHRISTMAS LUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS

MENU

TO START

Homemade minestrone soup (v)Cheese crouton

OR

Game terrineWatercress salad,

red onion chutney

OR

Beetroot and pear salad (v)Walnuts, pesto dressing

OR

Smoked haddock and spring onion fi shcake

Homemade tartare sauce, watercress salad

SORBET

Winter spiced green apple sorbet

MAINS

Traditional roast turkeyPort, cranberry and

orange stuffi ng

OR

Trio of lambShoulder of lamb,

mini shepherd’s pie, French-trimmed lamb chop

OR

Baked salmon Smoked salmon mousse, prawn,

mussel and saff ron sauce

OR

Mushroom, spinach and cranberry tart (v)

Stilton cream

DESSERTS

White chocolate and winter berry bread and

butter pudding Vanilla custard

OR

Traditional Christmas puddingBrandy sauce

OR

Fresh raspberry torteMango coulis

OR

French-style chocolate operaBaileys cream sauce, macaron

AND

Coff ee and petits fours

The festivities start with Champagne and canapés on arrival before a mouth-watering four-course festive feast to tantalise your taste buds. And with a surprise visit from Santa, this is set to be a

great day for the whole family. Book your table between 12 noon and 2.30pm.

Champagne and canapés: 12 noon | Lunch served: 12.30pm | Dress code: smart casual

£72.00 per adult

£31.00 per child under 12, children under 5 eat FREE

Pre-booking required. A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £30.00 per person will be required to secure the booking.

Final numbers and full payment required 21 days prior to your date.

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FESTIVE BREAKS

A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER WITH FESTIVE BREAKS AT MERCURE EXETER ROUGEMONT HOTEL

Relax in comfortable surroundings as our team of dedicated staff look after your every whim this Christmas. Whether there are two of you or

the whole family, we’ve something for everyone to enjoy with our fantastic festive period.

3-NIGHT PACKAGE – SATURDAY 24TH TO TUESDAY 27TH DECEMBER 2016

£280.00 per person sharing a twin or double room

£385.00 single occupancy

£180.00 per child sharing a parents’ room

Package includes meals and entertainment as stated.

Single supplement charges apply.

ITINERARY

SATURDAY 24TH DECEMBER

Check in and then enjoy a warming traditional afternoon tea in our Nelson’s Bar then join us at 6.30pm for a winter’s Pimm’s. Later, enjoy a delicious four-course meal in Drake’s Restaurant before turning in,

or perhaps explore the city. Celebrate Midnight Mass in the magnificent Exeter Cathedral. Mulled wine or coffee and mince pie will be served on your return to Nelson’s Bar.

CHRISTMAS DAY

Join us for a hearty English breakfast before opening your presents! A magnificent four-course festive lunch will be served in the Cavendish Ballroom, then relax in the afternoon before joining us for

The Queen’s Speech and a slice of home-made Christmas cake. Enjoy a two-course buffet in the evening before taking part in our infamous hotel quiz – with a bottle of Champagne for the winning team!

BOXING DAY

A day to yourself: join us for breakfast in the restaurant. Enjoy a delicious Boxing Day buffet lunch, then relax for the afternoon and join us for a three-course dinner in the evening. Wind up the day

with a warming nightcap.

TUESDAY 27TH DECEMBER

Set yourself up for the journey home with a hearty breakfast.

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POST-CHRISTMAS GETAWAYS

BEAT THE CHRISTMAS BLUES AND ENJOY A PRE-NEW YEAR GETAWAY

Treat yourself between Christmas and the New Year with a relaxing break at Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel. Arrive between 27th and 30th December

and stay one night and have a stress-free break before the year end.

1 night from £69.00 per room, per night

Price includes: bed and breakfast

WHY NOT UPGRADE...TO A STYLISH PRIVILEGE ROOM?

Upgrade to a Privilege Room and make your stay with us even more enjoyable. From just £25.00 more per room, you can totally relax in a distinctive room with a whole

host of indulgent extras including a Nespresso coffee machine, newspaper delivered to your room, internet access and toiletries.

Subject to availability.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE BLACK TIE GALA DINNER

BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND JOIN US FOR A TRULY MEMORABLE NIGHT OF CELEBRATION

AS WE RING IN THE NEW YEAR.

Kick-start the celebrations with Champagne and canapés on arrival before we invite you to take your seat for a delicious four-course gala dinner. After dinner,

welcome in the New Year and dance the night away with our resident DJ as we count down to 2017. This will be the perfect way to start the year!

Bar opens: 6pm | Champagne and canapés: 7pm | Dinner served: 8pmDisco until: 2am | Dress code: black tie

£60.00 per person for dinner and entertainment

NEW YEAR DRINK PACKAGES

SIX DRINKS TOKENS £20.00Each can be redeemed against a pint of draught beer,

a small glass of house wine or a single house spirit and mixer.

WINE COMBO £85.00Choose 6 bottles – any combination of house red, white or rosé.

BEER BUCKET £42.00Choose between 12 bottles of Stella or Beck’s.

NON-ALCOHOLIC COMBO £15.00Choose 6 bottles from J2O, Appletiser or non-alcoholic Beck’s.

COCKTAIL JUGS £18.00Choose from Ginger Fizz, Mojito, Winter Berry Punch or A Very Merry

Christmas. All cocktails can be served as a non-alcoholic alternative (except A Very Merry Christmas).

NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU

TO START

Homemade French onion soup (v)

Cheese crouton

OR

Smoked salmon and Champagne roulade

Fennel salad

OR

Game terrine Watercress salad, red onion chutney

SORBET

Passion fruit sorbet

MAINS

Braised lamb shank Roasted vegetable mash,

thyme and mint jus

OR

Roasted vegetable tarte tatin (v)

Baked goat’s cheese

OR

Paupiette of plaice Prawn mousse, samphire cream

DESSERTS

Red wine poached pear Red wine syrup,

cinnamon ice cream

OR

Trio of chocolate desserts Raspberry coulis

OR

Traditional treacle tart Clotted cream

AND

Coffee and petits fours

Pre-booking required. A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £30.00 per person will be required to secure the booking. Final numbers and full payment required 21 days prior to your date.

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NEW YEAR BREAK PACKAGES

If you’re planning on joining our New Year celebrations – why not make it extra special by

taking advantage of our residential package?

The package includes tickets to our New Year’s Eve celebrations and full English breakfast the

next morning.

ONE-NIGHT PACKAGE

ARRIVING 31ST DECEMBER

Black Tie Gala Ball from £145.00 per person

WHY NOT UPGRADE TO ONE OF OUR PRIVILEGE ROOMS?

Ask at time of booking for more information. All packages include breakfast.

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EVENTS 2017

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START PLANNING FOR 2017!

Whether you’re organising a family celebration, looking to treat a loved one or simply want a relaxing break – we can help make any event unforgettable.

Call us on 01392 254982 for more information and to discuss your requirements.

VALENTINE’S ROMANCE PACKAGE – 11TH TO 14TH FEBRUARY 2017

Enjoy a four-course meal and half a bottle of wine each for £26.00 per person.

MURDER MYSTERY EVENING – 11TH MARCH 2017

Join us for a three-course meal plus a murder to solve. A night not to be missed!

£28.00 per person.

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ALL THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE

For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on:

01392 254982

ha0h6-sb@accor.com

mercure.com/festive

Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel Queen Street, Exeter

Devon EX4 3SP