Enjoy England Awards for Excellence 2011 - Silver Winner Best Small Hotel
Langley Castle Hotel is a 14th Century fortified castle nestling in the Northumbrian valley of the South Tyne and is ideal for romantic break and exceptional dining. Built in 1350, during the reign of Edward III, the castle has retained its architectural integrity and is regarded as one of the few medieval fortified castle hotels in England. Set in its own ten acre woodland estate, the Castle's 7 foot thick walls provide a peaceful and tranquil refuge in which to escape from today's hustle and bustle to a bygone age.
The sumptuous drawing room with blazing log fire, stained glass windows and rich furnishings respects the relaxing atmosphere of its surroundings and is the ideal place to unwind with a drink.
Restaurant
Enjoy a romantic candle lit dinner in one of the best Northumberland restaurants. Josephine's Restaurant has been awarded Two AA Rosettes for its fine cuisine. Dining in one of the most romantic castle in Northumberland is an experience to savor, not just for that special occasion. The menu offers a variety of cuisines to please every palate with a modern English twist. Local produce, seasonal fish and local game are all specialities with fine wines to compliment the innovative cuisine. The attention to detail is second to none with attentive, but discreet service making a relaxing and intimate atmosphere that recaptures a bygone and oft forgot era.
Rooms and Suites
As one of the most captivating and stunningly beautiful examples of castle accommodation to be found anywhere, Langley Castle is of the highest quality and comfort amongst all Northumberland hotels and has a wide range of rooms and offers to suit your budget. Langley Castle is a truely wonderful venue for short castle breaks and the staff will go out of their way to ensure you have a relaxing and stress free escape from every day life. five rooms are within the csstle, the remaining 22 are located at CastleView.
CastleView is a recent conversion, and extension, of a listed building within the grounds commanding magnificent views over the Castle. It is situated only 80 metres from the Castle, where guests can enjoy full access to the Drawing room and Josephine Restaurant. Rooms range from CastleView Standard rooms to CastleView superior rooms and suites which some have a lounge separate to the bedroom, complete with sofa beds.
ITINERARY FOR LANGLEY CASTLE HOTEL – ENGLAND
5.00 p.m Guests arrive at Langley Castle settle into accommodation. Tea and Scones with
preserves and clotted cream served in the Drawing Room of the Castle, or served on the
Lawns of the Castle.
7.00 p.m Guests assemble in Drawing Room for pre-dinner champagne cocktail. Dinner served in
the Josephine Restaurant.
MENU
AMUSE BOUCHE
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LIVER, BACON & ONION
Foie gras ganache, jamon iberico, onion textures
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KORMA COD
Salted cod, golden raisin, iced raita
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WILD TURBOT
Jacobs ladder, Jerusalem artichoke, olive, tomato
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HERDWICK MUTTON
Lobster wonton, water chestnuts, miso broth
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PRE DESSERT
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TASTE OF APPLE FROM THE LANGLEY GARDENS
Toffee apple panna cotta, apple ice, cinnamon churros
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CHEESE BOARD
10:00 p.m After Dinner Port and Coffee served in the Drawing Room. Cocktail Bar available until
Midnight.
10:00 a.m Escorted tour of Hadrian’s Wall, Housestead Roman Fort and Vindolanda, Chester
Museum by ‘Wild Dog Adventures’ (www.wilddogoutdoors.co.uk)
1.00 p.m Rustic Lunch at Vallum Farm – (www.vallumfarm.co.uk)
3.00 p.m Return to Langley for the start of your ‘Medieval Extravaganza’ Court Jesters serving
a glass of Mead and Ham Shank and Pease Pudding stotties, short presentation of
the evening entertainment, before retiring to rooms
6.00 p.m Mulled Wine and Wild Boar and Black Pudding Bon Bon Canapes
First Act of the Medieval Play
7.00 p.m Stuart Suite for Dinner
MENU
Mutton and Vegetable Pottage
With mini Granary loaves
Second Act of the Play
Whole Spit Roast Suckling Pig
Roasted Apple, stuffing, baked potato
Third Act of the Play
Wardonys in Red Wine Syrup
(Poached Pear)
Truckles of Hard and Soft Cheeses with Crusty Breads and Fruits
finish
Final Act of the Play
Dancing to Medieval Music through until 11:30 p.m, Evening ends at Midnight.
8.00-9.00 a.m. Breakfast in the Josephine Restaurant
9.00 - 10.00 a.m Guests Check-out
10:15 a.m Tour of Langley Castle Battlements with ‘Wild Dog Advetures’
11:00 a.m Guests depart Langley Castle.
