THE ROMANCE OF GRETNAAT THE GABLES HOTEL

The Gables HotelEMBRACING SCOTTISH HOSPITALITY

Imagine getting married in a place that has romance in its heart.

A place where true love has won through, that resonates with

romantic history; of memories of couples who felt their love so

strongly they would run away to get married.

From the moment you arrive at our hotel to the moment you

leave, we will take care of your every need and help you get ready

for your special day.

Gretna boasts over 350 years of romantic wedding history.

So, if you are looking to get married in a place steeped in romantic

history, look no further than Gretna. The Gables Hotel has been

a major part of this tradition for more than 20 years.

Tying the knot...

YOUR WEDDING VENUEwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

“WONDERFUL WEDDING”Stayed here for the weekend of my

wedding at the beginning of October. It

was a wonderful weekend, all the staff

were very friendly and helpful. Lovely

rooms and the food for our wedding

breakfast was outstanding! We will

definitely return for our anniversary.EMBRACING SCOTTISH HOSPITALITYwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

Windermere in the English Lake District

“Outstanding”Had our wedding here and I couldn’t

fault anything. They helped make our

day amazing. The food was beautiful

and the staff are outstanding.

Would recommend anyone to have

a wedding here. Very clean and the

rooms are beautiful. Our Bedroomswww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

A dedicated Wedding Planner will guide you as you plan your special day. And on the day, our professional teamwill take care of every detail so you can relax and enjoy yourself. So give us your wish list and your budget andwe will work our magic to make your time with us ahappy and joyous one.

Included in our wedding packages

l One Night stay in a Four Poster Bridal Room with ‘Goodies’ for the newly wedsl A Civil or Religious Ceremony in one of our function rooms. We will prepare the room for your wedding ceremony. No need to travel or worry about the weather. Simply relax in your room and come down to your wedding ceremony when you are ready. l A hand-tied bouquet for the Bride and buttonhole for the Groom. Your flowers will be delivered 2 hours prior to the wedding so the flowers are at their best for your ceremonyl Three Course wedding meal. You have the option of two menu choices each offering starter, main course and a selection of scrumptious desserts

l An arrival drinkl Two glasses of wine with your wedding meall A glass of sparkling wine for your toast Soft drinks are also available as an alternativel Wedding meal table dressed. Set in white linen table cloths, napkins, table flowers and oil burning lanternsl Seating plan for guests to view and place cardsl Use of cake stand and knifel Red Carpet (weather permitting)l Piper - you will be ceremoniously piped in to greet your guests, in accordance with the fabulous Scottish wedding traditionl Your own Dedicated Gables Wedding Plannerl Master of Ceremonies.

We work very closely with local suppliers who are able to provide wedding cakes, photography, DVDs, transport and so much more. You can upgrade your wedding meal and drinks package - please contact us for further information to enhance your package even further. We can also offer all inclusive and tailor-made packages to suit your requirements. You could even have exclusive use of our hotel if you have 60 guests staying with us.

OUR WEDDING PACKAGESwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

INTO THE EVENINGwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

The Gables Hotel has four flexible function rooms for your wedding meal/reception. We are licenced to hold wedding ceremonies at the Hotel so you can have both yourwedding and celebrations in one venue if you choose.

All of our function rooms are private and three have their own bar facilities.

OUR FUNCTION ROOMSwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

THE BORDERSThe Borders is a spacious private room that can accommodate upto 40 guests.

THE DOVETAIL SUITEThe Dovetail looks out over our Dove Fountain and has its ownprivate bar. It is perfect for up to16 guests.

THE GALLOWAY SUITEThe Galloway is also a light, brightprivate room with views over the hotel gardens. It can accommodate up to 100 guests and has its own bar. It is also suitable for evening entertainment.The Galloway opens up into theGarden Room and Dovetail, allowing us to accommodate up to 100 guests.

Your WeddingWe can organise your wedding ceremony at The Gables Hotel. Alternatively imagine leaving the Gables Hotel in your horse drawn carriage or your limousine to travel the short distance for your ceremony. Visualise walking down a candle-lit aisle in one of Gretna’s largest wedding ceremony venues, Anvil Hall,a converted church.

Whether you want a religious ceremony or a civil weddingAnvil Hall could be the place for you. Book your weddingcelebrations at the Gables Hotel and we will book yourwedding in the beautiful Anvil Hall.

We can also assist you with other venues in the area - pleasecontact us for further details.

OUR FUNCTION ROOMwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

THE GARDEN ROOMThe Garden Room is a light, bright, private room with views over the hotel gardens. It can accommodate22 guests and has its own bar.

The Garden Room has its ownhandcrafted ‘sweetheart’ chairswith special Bride and Groom chairs.

ROOM CAPACITIES

Ceremony Wedding Meal Evening Reception

Galloway 100 100 100

Borders 50 40 40

Garden Room 30 22 22

Dovetail 18 16 16

Entertainment ideas are available upon request.

OUR WEDDING MENUSOUR WEDDING MENUSwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

In order to provide you with the faultless service youdeserve on your special day we would ask you toselect one set menu for your party from the choicesdisplayed.

The exact content of your menu will be confirmed

4 weeks prior to the event.

Our food is prepared by our head chef and his team.

Sourced from the best local produce where possible,

creating traditional dishes with a modern twist.

Please choose individually from the from the dishes shown

Option1 Soup, Main Course and Dessert

Option 2*Plated Starter, Main Course and Dessert

SOUPSPea and Ham Soup garnished with a Ham Hock Tortellini

Creamy Chicken Soup with Shredded Chicken and Pesto

Vegetable and Barley Broth scented with freshly chopped herbs (v)

Carrot and Ginger Soup topped with a Coriander Oil (v)

STARTERSFan of Galia Melon, Seasonal Fruit, Strawberry Sabayon and Sorbet

Tomato and Mozzarella Quiche with a Herb vinaigrette (v)

Scottish Smoked Salmon Cheesecake, Avruga Caviar witha Salad of Baby Leaves

Terrine of Chicken and Caramelised Onions wrapped inProsciutto with Roasted Pepper Relish

MAIN COURSESSucculent Chicken Breast filled with local Haggis anda Whisky Café au Lait Sauce

Grilled Fillet of Salmon Provencal Sauce and anOlive Tapenade

Roast Rump of Local Lamb with Wild Mushroom Jus

Traditional Roast Beef* with Herb Scented Yorkshire Pudding

*We use Local topside of Beef or upgrade to Sirloin of Beef

All Main Courses and served with a selection of Potatoesand seasonal vegetables

DESSERTSBaked New York Style Cheesecake with a Compote ofBerries and Chantilly Cream

Jaffa Cake with a rich Dark Chocolate Mousse, Sponge,Orange Jelly and Chocolate Shattering

Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding with warmToffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream

Cranachan Parfait with frozen Parfait of Raspberries,Whisky and Oatmeal, Raspberry Sauce

Fresh Fruit Salad served with Pouring Cream

Tea or Coffee with Mints*

Tea or Coffee with Handmade Chocolates*

*Additional charges apply

OUR WEDDING MENUSOUR WEDDING MENUSwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk www.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

We will keep your little ones happy with a dedicated selection of dishes. We ask that you choose from the

following:

StarterTomato Soup with Bread Roll

Melon Boat

Main CourseChicken Nuggets, Beans and Chips

Fish Goujons served with Peas and Chips Sausage and Mash with Gravy and

vegetablesPenne Pasta with a Tomato Sauce

DessertIce Cream

Alternatively we offer smaller portions ofthe adult meals at half the adult meal price.

YOUR LITTLE VIPSwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

Our four drinks option is already included in our great value Wedding Package, however, if you decide to

tailor your wedding package here are a few options to get you started.

Option 1 - Two Drinks Arrival glass of Bucks Fizz.

Toasting the happy couple witha glass of Sparkling Wine

Option 2 - Three Drinks Arrival glass of Bucks Fizz.

A glass of House Wine with the mealToasting the happy couple with

a glass of Sparkling Wine

Option 3 - Four Drinks Arrival glass of Bucks Fizz.

2 glasses of House Wine with the mealToasting the happy couple with

a glass of Sparkling Wine

Soft Drinks are also available You can upgrade any of the above

options to Prosecco or Champagne. Speak to your Wedding Planner for

relevant rates.

YOUR WISH LISTwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

Your wedding is one of the most important events in your life. You will probably have some clear ideas as to what you want.Here are some others to add to your wish list:

l Come and stay the night before your wedding day. Enjoy a pre-wedding

meal with family and friends. Share our Gables tapas, followed by great

food such as fish and chips, grilled homemade burger, ragout of beef

or slow cooked duck. We have great kids menus too with pizza, fish

and chips, burger and macaroni cheese

l Have your wedding recorded on DVD

l Bride and Maid of Honour Hair and Make-Up. Our beauty specialists

will take care of your hair and make-up in the privacy of your own

room, so you can enjoy some quality time with your closest friend

before the wedding ceremony

l Transport to your wedding ceremony venue, maybe a Rolls Royce

Silver Shadow or horse-drawn carriage

l Wedding Cake - our local wedding cake specialist will hand-make

and deliver a beautiful cake.

l Photos to commemorate your special day. These will be taken by a

professional wedding photographer and presented to you in elegant

display folders.

These are just a few ideas to help you get started.

“FANTASTICHOTEL AND AMAZING STAFF!”“We visited here again

for 2 nights for our first

anniversary after having

our Reception here last

year. The hotel was still

as amazing as before,

the staff are so friendly

and helpful and the food

was out of this world!”

OUR WEDDING PACKAGES

We would love you to extend your

wedding celebrations into the evening

with us. We can offer :

Evening refreshments - see our selection

opposite.

Entertainment - perhaps a singer, disco or

maybe even a magician!

Discuss your thoughts with your Wedding

Planner. We will work with you to make

your day even more special.

OUR EVENINGSELECTION

The GablesGrilled Dry Cured Bacon served on a buttered bap

Grilled Local Sausage on a buttered bapGrilled Meat Free Sausage on a buttered bap

The AnvilSlow Cooked Pulled Pork Shoulder on a buttered bap

Grilled Butternut Squash and Chick Pea Pattie served with warm pitta bread

The GretnaPlatters of freshly made sandwiches

with various fillings

You can also add Platters of Fries to anyof these options

One platter is enough for 10 people

The GallowayBlack pudding and Apple Bon Bons

Duck Spring Rolls/ Vegetable Spring RollsTempura Prawns

Selection of Mini PiesCranberry and Brie Mini Money Bags

Vegetable SataySpicy Glazed Chicken Wings

INTO THE EVENINGwww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

Our Bedrooms...We have 31 bedrooms: choose our wonderful

Ailsa Suite or one of our Four-Poster bridal

rooms. We also have a number of double,

twin and triple rooms, along with a family suite

and a number of family rooms.

We offer our best discounted rates when you

book 75 days (or more) in advance.

Our Bedroomswww.gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

OUR SISTER HOTELwww.ellerthwaitelodge.com

LINGER LONGERWhy not enjoy an extra night together after

your family and friends have gone home?

Or maybe travel to our sister hotel in the

Lake District.

Windermere in the English Lake District

Come and stay at our sister property, Ellerthwaite Lodge in the English Lake

District. What a tale you will be able to tell, married in Scotland and

honeymooned in England.

Ellerthwaite Lodge is a charming 19th century house located in Windermere with

easy access to the shores of Lake Windermere and the rest of the Lake District.

What more could you ask for?

You will be assured of a warm welcome, in a comfortable and relaxing venue

after the excitement of your wedding day.

Our two night package offers you the choice of staying in our fabulous four

poster Junior Suite or our premier four poster double. You could of course

extend your stay if you wish. Included in our package is a bottle of Champagne

and a box of handmade chocolates waiting for you in your room. You could also

cruise on Lake Windermere which, at 12 miles long, 1 mile wide and 220 feet

deep is the largest natural lake in England.

You can book your two-venue package with your wedding planner.

HONEYMOONwww.ellerthwaitelodge.com

Thinkingabout aHoneymoonafter yourwedding?...

Ellerthwaite Lodge, New Road, Windermere,

Cumbria LA23 2lA Tel. 015394 45115

THE ROMANCE OF GRETNAAT THE GABLES HOTEL

The Gables HotelEMBRACING SCOTTISH HOSPITALITY

How to find us...The Gables Hotel is very easy to find,conveniently situated only a mile from the M(A)74, M6 & A75 giving easy access toGlasgow, Dumfries & Carlisle.

Contact Us...The Gables Hotel1 Annan Road Gretna Dumfriesshire DG16 5DQ T: +44 (0)1461 338300 F: +44 (0)1461 338626 E: events@gables-hotel-gretna.co.uk

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