. 32 Clitheroe Advertiser & Times, Thursday, January 19th, 2006


IMAGINE sipping a glass of wine in the sumptuous surroundings of a 15th Century Tudor Mansion in front of a roaring open fire. Picture summer months dining al


fresco, while admiring stunning views of the Ribble Valley or perhaps even tying the knot at the borough’s most exciting wedding venues. If these images sound appealing, a


sojourn a t Mit ton Hall Country House Hotel definitely warrants a noteinyourdiarythisyear.-' For the established hotel and restau­ building on its already respect­


rant IS


ed range of facilities and is undergoing refurbishment - the end result of which will be the creation of a contem­ porary cafe and wine bar fused with the hall’s more traditional aspects. Proprietors Cheryl Burke and Allan Greenhalgh are leading the transfor-


; mation, which will safeguard all that is great about this grade II listed proper­ ty, while a t the same time inject a more sophisticated and modern feel.


New era begins at Mitton Hall • Golfers cWp in with Ramble leads to Grindleton Fell money for charity


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Advertising co-ordinated by COLLETTE LEAVER


Editorial written by ■ v ■ JULIE MAGEE ■ “The hall has become well known as


a wedding venue, but we also want it to become known as somewhere people can come to enjoy good food and enter­ tainment in relaxed surroundings,” Cheryl explained.


■ The managing director of Bocholt Developments Ltd.; Cheryl, who is a resident of the Ribble Valley along with her business partner Allan, the company’s chairman, plan to relaunch the existing Cromwell’s restaurant and bar, to form The River Restaurant. From this week, the venue’s current­


ly limited opening hours will be extended, with the establishment


opening all day, every day, from 10 a,m. •:


■ ■ ■ And The River Restaurant, which


enjoys an informal atmosphere Mth its large leather sofas and full-length pic­ ture windows looking out over the Rib­ ble Ribble, will be undergoing further improvements over the next six months. ■ The restaurant already provides the ideal space to relax with a cup of cof­ fee or to enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea. Lunch is served from 11-30 a.m, ■ with customers able to choose dishes from the extensive menu and watch the hotel’s chefs prepare them from the restaurant’s open-plan kitchen. For those wanting a lighter bite, the


menu also includes a range of nibbles, including cheese boards, to which a bottle of vino from the recently updat- ■ ed wine list, would prove the perfect accompaniment. A further bonus is the ■ late-night licence, secured until 2 a.m, which allows entertainment in the form of live musicians to play during the evening. This new era for Mitton Hall has


also seen the appointment of acclaimed chef Adrian Hough. Full of inspirational ideas, 31-year-


old Adrian aims to use the experience he has gained as head chef for several top eateries up and down the country, to create a memorable fine dining experience at the hall. ■ “A passionate pastry chef, Adrian


creates the most divine desserts and he’s planning' to establish a dedicated handmade pastry section in the kitchen,” commented Cheryl. A highlight of the modern menu is


1 i CHEF Adrian Hough (BlSOlOGMa) Iw I


one of Adrian’s signature dish desserts, a white chocolate brioche and peanut butter pudding with white chocolate creme-anglaise and honeycomb ice­ cream. • ■


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A GOLFER pulled out all the stops to raise £1,550 for the Cystic Fibrosis 'Trust.' Mrs Judith Kay, who is


the ex-lady captain at Myt- ton Fold Golf Glub, Lang- ho, raised the money by holding a number of chari­ table events over the past 12 months. ' - ....... Some of the money-spin-


THE dining room at Mitton Hall (B130106/4b) Diners are able to choose whether to


dine in the River Restaurant or the establishment’s adjoining main hall, when it is not being used for a wedding. Already a bustling venue for that


special day, Mitton Hall will continue to offer a unique setting for civil cere­ monies or as a venue to entertain guests after a church ceremony. Full of character and charm, the


stunning hall features a galleried land­ ing, stained glass windows and an imposing fireplace with seating avail­ able for up to 80 guests for a sit-down meal. The wood-panelled hall, which is the oldest part of the hotel dating back to 1487, will also be revamped and house a new dancefloor. Wedding and events co-ordinator


Shirley Shorrock, who last year super­ vised more than 150 weddings, is on hand to offer advice to couples plan­ ning their perfect day. They are free to take advantage of


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Neu/ Year 2006


OPEN 7 DAYS 10am - 1am


served from 10am onwards


Morning Coffee Lunches


served from 11.30am onwards


Afternoon Teas served daily


Lounge Menu available all day .


Dinner served from 6.30pm onwards N e u / . I ^


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tv e n ts Burns Night


25th January 8pm £25 per person


Piper to pipe in the Haggis Valentines


- Food with Passion


14th February 8pm £29.95 per person


Four Courses * A gift for the Lady Wedding Fayre


_ with Fashion Show


Sunday 5th March 11 am-4pm Mother's Day


26th March 12-7pm Sunday Roast < s


from £18.50 per person ^ A gift for mum


Comih^ Soori. ?:


£25 induding Three Course Dinner info@mittonhall.co.uk.


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the hall’s six-acre grounds for photo­ graphs and book however many of the 21 recently refurbished en-suite bed­ rooms they need. The bridal party can also choose


from five individually designed suites, one of which boasts a luxury double jacuzzi and others which house roman­ tic four-poster beds. Cheryl plans to further update the


soft furnishings in each room in due course and has secured planning per­ mission to further extend the venue in the next five years to provide extra bedrooms and another function room. Conferencing facilities and ample


parking complete the list of facilities offered at the hotel under the guidance of general manager Rachael Smith. So for an established venue with many strings to its bow and much more planned, visit Mitton Hall Country House Hotel. You won’t be disappoint­ ed.


ning ideas included a Christmas fair and plenty of raffles with attrac t ive prizes. The main'fund-rais­ ing event was a nine-hole competition called “Sip-it and Flip-it”, where golfers had to drink a small glass of wine before teeing off. Mother-of-two, Mrs Kay,


who lives in Park View, Padiham, said she was inspired to boost funds for the deserving charity because of cystic'fibrosis sufferer Sophie Longton. , Tireless fund-raiser


Sophie (19), of Woodhead Road, Read, who suffers from the condition, was honoured with the presti­ gious Diana, Princess of Wales, Memorial Award, last year because of the inspirational qualities she has shown for her charitable work, outstanding contribu­ tion to the school and fo r ' making a real difference to ' the community. '


MEMBERS of Clitheroe Ram­ blers’ Club began their walk at West Bradford, before proceeding along the road to Grindleton to Laneside. From there, field paths led to


He'yes Farm, and West Clough Brook was crossed by the “step­ ping stones” to bring the group out onto Green Lane, taking the path


past Whitehall and on to Cob House to arrive on the Forest Road near Higher Asker Farm. A tea break, taken in warm sun­


shine by a stone wall, •was enjoyed before a short circuit was taken through the forest \vhich brought the walkers to Pinewood. From here, the track leads to St Clares where the party had lunch in very


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pleasant conditions before reaching the deserted fellside and the high­ est point of the route on Grindle­ ton Fell. Moon Lane to SeedalTs was all


downhill and the bridleway passed by Buck’s farmhouse, dated 1803, and on.to Brocklehurst on Bow- land Gate Lane to arrive at the start point.


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i - i 1 ‘<0- 0000,.. ‘'OOOOOf Despite taking 50 pills


and three different nebulis- ers a day, over the years the courageous teenager has organised several fund-rais­ ing events for cystic fibrosis. • Mrs Kay, who is a family


friend of the former head girl, at Clitheroe Royal Grammar School sixth form, said: “I have known Sophie since she was four. “ Cystic fibrosis is a de-vas-


tating condition, however, Sophie continues to raise money for the charity. She


has never let the illness stop her from doing anything and has always worked hard. She takes everything in her stride and I am pleased to have donated money to the charity.” “I would like to thank all


the members of the golf club for-supporting the fund-raising events held over the past year.” Mrs Kay is pictured pre­


senting a cheque to Sophie on behalf of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. (B130106/2) •


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