Conveniently located in the heart of Wisbech Town just 32 miles from Cambridge, The Rose & Crown Hotel offers a beautiful and historical

setting for your perfect day.

The Rose and Crown Hotel has towered over the Fens for nearly 600 years. The building exudes an air of old world charm and it’s easy to

see why the hotel has been the choice location for weddings and lavish celebrations for centuries. The original features throughout the building make it the perfect backdrop for your big day and add a stunning setting to exchange vows with your soulmate. The hotel

offers a choice of two function rooms, the magnificent Trumpet Hall for large celebrations, the décor of which has a classic muted palette

to suit any theme and the charming Mitre room, which provides a more intimate setting for weddings on a smaller scale, looks exquisite

when illuminated by candlelight.

The Rose & Crown Hotel is fully licensed to hold weddings and civil ceremonies and you will have exclusive use of the function room

throughout your special day. The red carpet is quite literally rolled out to ensure that you and your significant other feel like royalty as you

enter The Rose & Crown Hotel and embark on your new life together.

After being lovingly restored, The Rose & Crown Hotel is now back to its former glory, standing proudly as the Jewel in the Crown of the bustling Market Place in Wisbech.

The hotel exudes a refined, relaxed charm that will instantly put you at ease with its

warmth and welcome.

Congratulations on Your Engagement!Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and our dedicated and

experienced team are here to give you undivided attention and assistance throughout the planning stages right up to your big day, covering every detail to provide a truly bespoke experience that your guests will talk about for years to come. When it comes to the little things, our attention to detail is second to none and we recognize that it’s the smallest

touches that are the most important. Nothing is too much trouble for our impeccable staff.

We want to make your day one to remember and offer the following personal complimentary touches:

Red carpet arrival

Champagne on arrival for bride and groom

Candlelit top table

White table linen, chair covers & a choice of colour sashes

Use of Silver Cutting Knife

Complimentary Stay in the Bridal Suite on your wedding night

Use of the hotels Courtyard for drinks reception & photographs

Reduced accommodation rates for wedding guests

Wedding Planner Consultation (by appointment)

Room Hire RatesEnjoy a sumptuous wedding breakfast in the Grand Trumpet Hall, this beautiful room is

exquisitely decorated and is perfect for lavish wedding ceremonies, with the benefit of a private bar area and dancefloor, situated under a shimmering disco ball.

For smaller parties our elegant Mitre room overlooking the courtyard provides a more intimate experience.

Trumpet Hall & Bar

Maximum seated guests 120 £1995.00

Maximum evening reception 160

Mitre Room

Maximum seated guests 30 £595.00

Maximum evening reception n/a

Please note that capacity numbers indicated is based on the maximum possible, variations of set up will affect the numbers achievable.

Sample Canapés

Offer your guests a selection of delicious canapés on arrival

Chicken Liver Parfait on Toasted Brioche with Red Onion Marmalade

*

Tartlets of Chargrilled Vegetables, Mozzarella & Pesto

*

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Bellini

*

Goats Cheese & Red Onion Tartlets.

*

Mediterranean Vegetables & Parma Ham on Olive Bread.

*

Sun blushed Tomato & Green Pepper on Focaccia

*

Quail Egg, Paprika & Watercress Cornets.

Drinks PackageWelcomed by our personable staff, Reception drinks can be enjoyed in a variety of locations around the hotel. Enjoy the Georgian splendor of the hotel as you sip on a

chilled glass, and relax knowing that the staff has everything in hand.

~ Soft drink package also available ~

On Arrival: 1 x Glass of Sparkling Wine

At Table: Half bottle of House Wine

For Toast: 1 x Glass of Sparkling Wine

Wedding Breakfast

Our menus are designed by our vastly experienced and remarkably skilled Head Chef, who along with his dedicated team, offer imaginative refined dishes of the highest quality, using

only the finest ingredients.

We will cater for any special dietary requirements and can adapt the menu to cater for your needs and personal tastes.

Choose one starter, one main course and one dessert from the selection. (menus cannot

be mixed)

Rose MenuStarter

Chicken Liver Parfait with Toasted Brioche, Dressed Leaves and a Damson & Apple Compote Melon Rose with Shredded Cured Ham, Passion Fruit and Pimms SyrupCrème of Roasted White & Red Onion Soup with Smoked Cheese Soufflé

Sweet Chilli, Lemongrass & Ginger Crab Cake with a Salsa Verdi

MainBlackened Fillet of Salmon with Chargrilled Vegetables and Vanilla Mash

*Slow Roasted Pork belly with Fondant Potatoes, savoy Buttered Cabbage and a

Cider & Calvados Jus*

Breast of Chicken enclosed with a Roasted Red Pepper Mousse, Cream of Wild Mushroom Sauce, Bubble and Squeak Cake and Market Vegetables

*Chargrilled Vegetable and Parmesan Gateaux with a Pea and Watercress Foam

with Rosti Potato and French Beans

DessertSticky Toffee Pudding with a Toffee Drizzle and Vanilla Ice Cream

Classic Lemon and Lime Tart with Mascarpone and raspberry Coulis Eton Mess with Assorted Berries, Fruit and Caramel Syrup

Profiteroles filled with an Orange Grand Marnier Clotted Cream and a warm Chocolate Sauce

~ served with Freshly Brewed Tea or Coffee with Petit Fours ~

Crown Menu

StarterWarm Corn fed Chicken & Mango Salad with a Sweet mustard, Honey & Blackberry Dressing

Ceviche of Scottish Salmon with Avocado, Ginger, Coriander and Ruby GrapefruitRoasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup with Austrian Smoked Cheese Dumplings

Ham Hock, Apricot, Prune and Pistachio Terrine with Piccalilli and Dark Olive Bread

MainRoast Rump of Marinated Lamb with Roasted Vegetables, Boulangere Potatoes

and a Red Currant and Rosemary Jus*

Breast of Telmara Duck with Orange Caramelised Chicory, Sweet Potato Mash and a Blackberry Jus

*Fillet of Stone Bass with Chargrilled Tomatoes on the Vine, Courgettes, New Potatoes & Tapenade

*Spinach, Wild Mushroom and Gruyere Cheese enclosed in Puff Pastry with a Red Pepper and

Lemon Balm Oil and Market Vegetables

DessertA Warm Dark, Milk and White Chocolate Fondant with a Stem Ginger Ice Cream

Mixed Berry Crème Brulee with Lavender Shortbread and a Rhubarb Sorbet Pear and Almond Tart with a Amaretto and Baileys Custard

Selection of Norfolk & Suffolk Cheeses with Celery, Apple, Grapes, Chutney & Artisan Breads

~ served with Freshly Brewed Tea or Coffee with Petit Fours ~

Evening Buffet

As the day enters the night enjoy a decadent evening buffet with your guests

A Selection of Open and Closed sandwiches:

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese / Honey Roast Ham with Grain Mustard / Egg

Mayonnaise & Watercress / Cucumber & Dill / Cheese with Onion & Mayonnaise /

Tuna & Roasted Red Pepper Crème Fraiche

*

Selection of Mini Sausages with a choice of dips: Hoi Sin - Curry Madras - Stilton & Port

*

Thai Vegetable Money Bags *

Spicy Potato Wedges with Sour Cream Dip *

Olive, Sun Dried Tomato & Pesto Tapenade Parcels *

Mini Chicken Caser Salad on a Red Pepper & Olive Bread

AccommodationWe offer 28 beautifully appointed rooms each designed in its own unique style for you and your guests pleasure and comfort. If you are booking the Trumpet Hall for your weddingreception we request the 5 bedrooms nearest the function room are taken by wedding guests.

As part of your wedding package, your guests will be offered special room rates for your wedding night. We offer a selection of room types from Single rooms to Executive Suites.

© Single Room - £ 65

© Twin Room - £ 80

© Standard Double Room - £ 79

© Character Double - £ 79

© Family Room - £ 105

© Superior Double - £ 125

© Executive Suite - £ 185

All room rates are inclusive of a full English breakfast

The Wedding Planner

Contact Tel. Number Notes

Agree to budget

Decide on date and venue

Arrange church/venue

Book reception

Book entertainment

Book photographer

Book toastmaster

Arrange transport

Decide on number of guests

Order invitations

Shop for wedding dress

Choose Bridesmaids/Best Man & Ushers

Choose/order wedding cake

Book honeymoon/check passports

Prepare a gift list

Order flowers etc.

Select wedding rings

Send out invitations

Choose music for service

Choose gifts for bridesmaids

Confirm numbers with venue

Confirm car hire, photographer...

Final wedding dress fitting

Start packing for honeymoon

Terms & Conditions

The following are terms and conditions to which all weddings and function bookings are subject. In these terms and conditions, ‘the hotel’ refers to The Rose & Crown Hotel, 23-24 Market Place, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1DG and ‘the client’ refers to any person, firm or company booking the hotel.

Deposits & PrepaymentsA non-refundable deposit of £500 together with signed terms and conditions is required by the client to confirm a booking and is only confirmed once the hotel has advised you in writing that we have received your deposit. We will require a credit card to be provided with the initial deposit.

13 weeks prior to the function 50% due for payment6 weeks prior to the function date final payment, menus and table plans due.

Loss or Damage of PropertyThe client assumes responsibility for damage caused by them, guests or any other person attending the function.We reserve the right to charge in full for anything removed from any room and for any damage sustained to any room or furnishings, including labour involved in cleaning or clearing of any debris that we consider excessive.

The Rose and Crown Hotel and its staff will accept no liability for loss or damage of any items and the hotel cannot be held responsible for the damage or loss of property including motor vehicles belonging to clients and guests however caused.

CancellationsIn the event of cancellation, or change of date, notification must be given in writing.

The Rose and Crown Hotel reserves the right to cancel a booking if it is felt: a) the booking might prejudice its reputationb) where parties to this agreement have been fraudulent in the information they have provided c) if evidence received that clients are financially unable to meet the cost of the eventd) where guests attending the function behave in any way considered to be detrimental, offensive or contrary to normal expected standards of behaviour.

PricesAll prices quoted are liable to be changed or amended in accordance with VAT and other taxes affecting the charges quoted.

ConductWe recommend that all guests stay in the function areas hired and although high spirits are to be expected, we will react quickly to stop offensive language or behaviour.

Noise levels must be controlled at all times and the management may require noise levels lowered if deemed to be a public nuisance.

Only food and drink supplied by The Rose and Crown Hotel is permitted for consumption on the premises.

Engagement of external contractorsThe client is responsible for ensuring that any band/musician employed by them complies with statutory requirements and holds Public Liability Insurance.

Items must be removed from the function room at the end of the hire period.

Hire time of functions finish at midnight and the client should ensure all guests vacate the venue unless resident in the hotel, to allow housekeeping to attend.

MiscellaneousVery occasionally, certain ingredients or wines may become unavailable at the last minute. In the event we would contact you to propose an alternative for your consideration.

Force MajeureForce Majeure: The Rose and Crown Hotel will not be liable for any such event beyond its reasonable control including but not limited to fires, strikes, riots, storms, floods.

We recommend clients arrange wedding insurance to protect against any unforeseen circumstances.

I/We accept and agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions which we understand are legally binding

Signed: ……………………………………………………………. Name: …………………………………………………...

Date: ……………………………………………… Date of function: _____ / _____ / _____

www.theroseandcrownhotel.com info@theroseandcrownhotel.com

23-24 Market Place, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire PE13 1DG Tel: 01945 589 800