C E L E B R AT E
C H R I S T M A S
and New Year
AT THE BULL AND WILLOW ROOM – GREAT TOTHAM –
Named after the ancient willow in our garden, the award winning Willow Room at The Bull brings an exceptional dining experience to this corner of Essex. With their creative thoughts devoted to combining flavour and texture in deeply rewarding ways, our talented team of chefs source the freshest local ingredients to create special Christmas menus that we hope will delight you. Our position, in the heart of bucolic Essex countryside, yet less than an hour from London, has made us a destination for locals and culinary adventurers alike.
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2 Maldon Road, Great Totham, Maldon, Essex CM9 8NH
Easily reached from Chelmsford, Colchester and Maldon.
Exquisite air-conditioned dining room
Reser vat ions : 01621 893 385 www.thebullatgreattotham.co.uk
2017 Winner
We are pleased to offer 5 festive options
Festive Lunch (available from 29th November) Choose from our fabulous Christmas lunch menu*. 2 courses £16.95 – 3 courses £20.95 *Our à la carte menu will also be available.
Festive Dinner (available from 30th November) Choose from our fabulous Christmas dinner menu*. 2 courses £20.95 – 3 courses £25.95 *Our à la carte menu will also be available.
Christmas Cabaret Lunches 2 or 3 courses from our fabulous Christmas lunch menu accompanied by live sing-a-long party music. 2 courses £19.95 – 3 courses £24.95
Christmas Party Nights 3 courses from our fabulous Christmas dinner menu, served in The Willow Room, accompanied by excellent live entertainment with party music to dance the night away. Just £35.95 per person
Christmas Showcase Cabaret Nights A complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival, a specially prepared 4 course Christmas menu, served in The Willow Room, followed by a fantastic live cabaret show with plenty of Christmas party music to dance the night away. from £45.95 per person
We have gained a renowned reputation over the years for hosting great Christmas parties and we would be delighted to welcome you.
Choose your favourite act from our carefully selected list. Whether it’s a quiet Christmas dining experience with clients and colleagues or a high energy party night mixed with exquisite food, The Willow Room is the ideal venue to hold your Christmas event. We can cater for parties from 2 to 80 comfortably in our fully air-conditioned luxurious dining room.
To add to your enjoyment and for your convenience, we also invite you to reserve a room in our stylishly decorated Cottage. Our four double rooms offer a relaxed, informal overnight stay, followed by breakfast in the morning in our gastro bar.
Reser vat ions : 01621 893 385 www.thebullatgreattotham.co.uk
Umesh
starters Homemade tomato soup (v)
bread & butter
Classic prawn cocktail brown bread & butter
Chicken liver parfait red onion marmalade & crisp bread
Smoked salmon lemon and caper berries, horseradish cream
Poached pear, walnut & goats cheese salad (v)
Ham hock terrine piccalilli, croutes
mains
Traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings
roast potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Roast sirloin of beef roast potatoes, parsnips & sprouts
Breast of free-range chicken fondant potato, cavolo nero
Pan-fried salmon fillet crushed new potatoes, samphire grass
with lemon & chive cream sauce
Confit duck leg braised red cabbage, fondant potato, gravy
Penne Arrabbiata (v) roasted Mediterranean vegetables
Spiced butternut squash (v) cavolo nero, feta & olives, sage oil
desserts
Cherry cheesecake almond brittle
Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy custard
Chocolate & orange gateaux Chantilly cream
Sticky toffee pudding toffee sauce, vanilla ice-cream
Tiramisu torte with walnut biscotti
British farmhouse cheeses chutney, grapes & crackers
Christmas Menu
Thursday 29th November
40’s and 50’s Hits Diane Moore with all the nostalgia of the wartime era combined with the rock and roll juke box favourites and Christmas classics.
Thursday 6th December
Hits thru the Years Versatile Hayley Kay performs hits from the 50’s to the present day, across the genres, along with some Christmas classics to get you in the festive mood.
Wednesday 5th December
50’s & 60’s Era Come and reminisce with popular Glenn Barnes singing classics you’ll love along with a selection of Christmas favourites!
Friday 7th December
Country Hits All-rounder Sarah O’Shea covers hits across all genres. Rock’n’Roll and Country hits along with some festive classics to set the mood of the season.
Christmas Cabaret Lunches 2 courses £19.95 – 3 courses £24.95
We have a very special offer for all of our Luncheon Club customers and like minded people that enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of The Willow Room. Choose any of the dates, order either 2 or 3 courses from our fabulous Christmas menu and enjoy one of our carefully selected live acts with our compliments.
Tuesday 11th December
Rat Pack Classics Stephen Dunnett recaptures the fabulous sounds of Sinatra, Martin & Davis Jnr. including hits from their fabulous Christmas shows in Vegas.
Wednesday 12th December
50’s/60’s Classics Come and reminisce with Glenn Barnes singing classics you’ll love including a selection of Christmas favourites!
Tuesday 18th December
Hits thru the Years Versatile Joanne Martin performs hits from the 50’s to the present day, across the genres, along with some Christmas classics to get you in the festive mood.
Wednesday 19th December
Hits thru the Years Versatile Hayley Kay performs hits from the 50’s to the present day, across the genres, along with some Christmas classics to get you in the festive mood.
Thursday 20th December
50’s/60’s Classics Come and reminisce with Glenn Barnes singing classics you’ll love including a selection of Christmas favourites!
Thursday 13th December
50’s and 60’s Hits Sharaz includes Jazz, Soul, Motown, and Christmas hits and of course her much acclaimed tribute to the one and only Dame Shirley Bassey!
Friday 14th December
40’s and 50’s Hits Diane Moore with all the nostalgia of the wartime era combined with the rock and roll juke box favourites and Christmas classics.
To discuss your individual requirements or to make a reservation please call us or visit our website for more details.
Reservations 01621 893 385 www.thebullatgreattotham.co.uk
Wednesday 5th December
Showtime Party Daryll King sings show and film hits from Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, Kenny Rogers, Elvis and many more. A great show. You won’t be able to stay in your seat!
Tuesday 11th December
Swingtime Party Take a trip back in time to the glamorous Swing nights of Las Vegas. Stephen Dunnett recaptures the magic of the iconic shows including Christmas Rat Pack hits.
Wednesday 12th December
Motown Party Dance the night away with dynamic singer Nelson as he sings classic hits from the legendary Motown era along with disco classics from the 70s and 80s.
Wednesday 19th December
Classic Soul Party With a reputation for ‘tearing the roof off ’, Keeley Smith takes her influence from Amy Winehouse, Chaka Khan and Randy Crawford and her performance is bound to have you on your feet in no time!
Christmas Party Nights Just £35.95 per person
Our popular Christmas Party Nights are the perfect way to entertain business colleagues or enjoy the festivities with friends. Enjoy three courses from our fabulous Christmas Dinner menu. Then our specially selected live singer will perform fun-time party music and Christmas classic hits to get you in the mood for dancing. A great start to your festive season!
Christmas Showcase Cabarets from £45.95 per person
With our continued success throughout the year bringing our customers the very best in live cabaret entertainment, we are delighted with our offering for you this festive period. A complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival is followed by a specially prepared four course dinner. The specially selected live cabaret show will entertain you throughout your meal and will really get things moving with party music that you can dance the night away to. A wonderful entertaining night sure to get you in the festive party spirit!
Friday 30th November
Ed Sheeran with Joe Scripps Joe will entertain you with the amazing sounds of Sheeran. Playing his acoustic guitar you will think your listening to the real thing! He sounds just like Ed himself! A fantastic way for our Christmas Cabaret season to kick off!
£45.95 per person
Saturday 1st December
Michael Jackson with Ben Ben’s charisma and dedication shines through as he perfectly captures the King of Pop at the height of his powers. His show is full of authentic touches, flair and signature dance routines. The most spectacular Michael Jackson experience. Don’t miss it!
£49.95 per person
Back at The Willow Room by overwhelming
public demand!
Thursday 6th December
A SoulFil Christmas with popular Fil Straughan Uber-talented Fil, with his passionate mix of soul, Motown, house and modern swing, is always very popular when he visits The Bull & Willow Room. His soulful voice, engaging stage presence and spontaneous improvisation means you will be singing and dancing within minutes. A night not to be missed for lovers of soul and Motown!
£49.95 per person
Reservations 01621 893 385
Friday 7th December
Elvis ‘The King’ with Simon ‘The Rebel’ Patrick Simon has appeared all over the world with his Elvis tribute act and has appeared on BBC1’s “World’s Greatest Elvis Competition”. With incredible likeness and in his authentic hand-made costumes Simon returns to The Bull to sing your favourite Elvis classics and festive specials. It really will feel like the King of Rock’n’Roll is back!
£49.95 per person
Thursday 13th December
Christmas Soul with super smooth IrieJ Super smooth soul and reggae singing star, Irie J’s pedigree is first class having performed with the likes of Alexander O’Neal, Imagination and Gregory Isaacs. You will be gently caressed as he performs classic hits from the likes of Marvin Gaye and Barry White. Once dinner is served Irie increases the tempo and you’re soon be singing and dancing the night away! Irie won’t fail to impress all loves of soul music.
£45.95 per person
Saturday 8th December
Luther Vandross with Matthew Winchester Soul and R&B is close to Matthew’s heart and one of his idols of that genre is the late great Luther Vandross. Matthew brings the spirit of Luther Vandross to the stage in his Luther Show. You’ll be amazed by the way he delivers these classic songs in his own unique style and charisma but still seems like he’s channelling the great man through his amazing voice. Luther Vandross’s music is loved my millions and his music will live on “Forever, For Always, For Love”. A night not to be missed for lovers of soul and R&B!
£49.95 per person
Friday 14th December
ABBA Magic with the brilliant Abba Divine With incredible attention to detail, uncanny likeness to ABBA’s vocals, exact replicas of original costumes, authentic choreography and convincing Swedish accents, Abba Divine brilliantly capture the Abba experience all over again! They will perform many of Abba’s classic hits as well as some Christmas surprises! Whether you are an Abba fan or not, you are sure to have a great night to remember!
£45.95 per person
Saturday 15th December
Michael Jackson with the truly amazing Ben Breathtaking, mesmerising, incredible! A live Michael Jackson performance was an electrifying and memorable event and now the magic is back! Ben’s charisma and dedication shines through as he perfectly captures the King of Pop at the height of his powers. Singing live throughout the show and performing a full signature Michael Jackson dance routine, Ben’s show is packed with authentic touches and flair. Quite simply the most spectacular Michael Jackson experience in the world!
£49.95 per person
Reservations 01621 893 385
Back by popular demand!
Thursday 20th December
Abba & 80’s fun with the brilliant Abba Divine We have a real treat for you as Abba Divine also bring there 70’s and 80’s show. You’ll find no ballads here... just hit after hit of pure dance-floor classics, each show guaranteed to get everyone into the groove! If you love ABBA and all pop music from the 70’s and 80’s you are sure to have a great night to remember!
£45.95 per person
Tuesday 18th December
Rod Stewart with Greg Dorrell Greg brings an energy that will leave the memory of a fantastic evening with you for weeks. His repertoire is enormous, from the Rod Stewart Classics of the late 60’s and early 70’s such as Maggie May and You Wear It Well to the highly successful middle years and such wonderful songs as Sailing and Hot Legs and even into the later years of Rod’s long and illustrious career.
£45.95 per person
Reservations 01621 893 385
Reservations 01621 893 385
Friday 21st December
Robbie Williams with ‘He’s the One’ Lee Pashley ‘He’s The One’ is a fun, energetic show dedicated to the sheer brilliance that is Robbie Williams, executed with point blank accuracy by the uniquely talented Lee Pashley. Lee relives the magic and essence that is Robbie. His breathtaking tribute combines Robbie’s trade-mark arrogance with his own natural humour. His electrifying performance will shake you to the core and leave you aching for more!
£45.95 per person
Christmas Day Lunch £89.95 per person Children under 12 £39.95
Boxing Day Chill-out Lunch
chef’s selection of canapés
followed by starters
Chicken liver parfait red onion marmalade, crusty bread
Traditional smoked salmon lemon, caper berries & brown bread
Ham hock terrine pickles & sourdough
Crayfish & prawn tian Marie Rose sauce, keta caviar
Curried parsnip soup (v) crispy parsnips
Red wine poached pear (v) walnut & goat’s cheese salad
mains
Traditional roast local turkey with all the trimmings
roast potatoes, gravy
Roast sirloin of beef roast potatoes, parsnips & gravy
Fillet of salmon crushed new potatoes, cavolo nero,
tiger prawns & chive sauce
Pan-fried hake saffron potatoes, red cabbage & jus
Spiced pumpkin (v) cavolo nero, feta, olives, pumpkin seeds
& sage oil
All mains served with seasonal vegetables
desserts
Christmas plum pudding brandy custard
Sticky toffee pudding vanilla ice-cream, brandy snap
Chocolate & orange gateaux Chantilly cream, candied orange
Lemon tart raspberry sorbet & fresh raspberries
Selection of cheeses chutney, grapes, celery & crackers
coffee & mince pie
*£25 per adult and £10 per child deposit required on booking A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to tables of 8 or more
Save yourselves the trouble of preparing Christmas Day lunch and allow our talented chefs the opportunity to impress you with their gastronomic skills. With just a single sitting (noon – 4pm) you can enjoy a five course lunch in the relaxed and comfortable atmosphere of the Willow Room.
Places are limited on both days so please ring us as soon as possible on 01621 893 385 to reserve a table.
£39.95 per person Children under 13 £19.95
After an exhausting Christmas Day, what better way to relax than in the comfort of The Bull and The Willow Room. We’ll be serving a specially prepared lunch from noon until 4pm with all the usual Christmas trimmings. Please see our website or ask a member of staff for details.
New Year’s Eve at The Bull £54.95 per person with dinner Come and join us for a Party! Come along with your family and friends and savour the atmosphere and see in the New Year. Stay local and have dinner in the gastro bar. Proceedings start at 7pm with dinner served from 7.30pm. Our chefs are preparing a special 3 course dinner which will be followed by a great live entertainment from Hayley Kay. Please telephone 01621 893385 for details.
Party Time with Hayley Kay Hayley’s funky fresh image combined with her warm vocal tones and bubbly personality promise you a great night of entertainment. She performs an eclectic range of songs, from late 70’s and 80’s classics, tinkering with new classics from the 00’s all the way through to brand new hits of today. Hayley’s great performance will ensure you are on your feet and dancing the night away.
With party poppers and balloons, there will be a real party atmosphere – what a fantastic way to see in the New Year with your friends and family!
There is a limited amount of places available. All dining customers will be guaranteed to be seated all night. Tables are on a first come first served basis. Over 18’s ONLY. (over 16’s allowed if accompanied by an adult). A non-refundable £15 deposit is required on booking. Full payment is due by 1st November to secure your place. Once full payment is made no refunds will be given. We will, however endeavour to resell places but give no guarantee. Our full terms and conditions are available on request. Tables of two may be joined with another table.
Our Gastro bar is available exclusively for your New Year’s Eve
private party of up to 40 people. Please ring Umesh for details.
a black
tie event New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner £109.95 per person Don’t look any further than The Willow Room to see in the New Year in style. We promise a exceptional evening of live entertainment to see in 2019. Our talented chefs are preparing a wonderful 4 course dinner for your delight and to make the evening extra special we’ll have fun masks and feathers for all our guests. Please reserve your table early as they are strictly limited. Telephone 01621 893385 to reserve your table.
Party Time with GoTown Gold GoTown Gold’s brilliant show contains a variety of Motown and soul classics with beautiful harmonies, sparkling costumes and dance routines to match the Motown theme and is bound to thrill our guests. Celebrating 50 years of Motown music, they perform songs from artistes such as The Supremes, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Stevie Wonder and The Jackson Five. This fun, energetic act is sure to bring back memories, and to have you out of your seats singing and dancing along in no time!
A great party time is ensured to welcome in 2019!
There is a limited amount of tables available. Tables are on a first come first served basis. Over 18’s ONLY. (over 16’s allowed if accompanied by an adult). A non-refundable £25 deposit is required on booking. Full payment is due by 1st November to secure your place. Once full payment is made no refunds will be given. We will, however endeavour to resell places but give no guarantee. Our full terms and conditions are available on request. Tables of two may be joined with another table.
Reser vat ions : 01621 893 385 www.thebullatgreattotham.co.uk
After your Christmas Party, complete the experience and add to your enjoyment and convenience by staying the night. The Bull’s best kept secret, the delightful cottage in the grounds has been tastefully renovated to provide four beautifully appointed double en-suite bedrooms. The recently renovated rooms are individually decorated in a contemporary style with luxurious bedding and carefully chosen matching accessories. Each en-suite room offers a comfortable double bed, flat screen television with Freeview, tea/coffee making facility and Wi-Fi. The perfect place to retire after an evening or function at The Bull and Willow Room. Choose from our extensive breakfast menu in the morning which is served in The Bull’s gastro restaurant, adjacent to the cottage.
Bed and Breakfast £80 single – £90 double
Bed & Breakfast at The Bull
2017 Winner
Subject to availability and not available Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve
Private Dining Wedding VenueDo you have something to celebrate or need a venue to host corporate functions? We can cater for 12 to 100 guests comfortably in our air-conditioned Willow Room. Our culinary skills combined with first-class service will ensure the success of your event. We can even organise live entertainment for you. • Milestone birthdays • Anniversaries • Christenings • Business functions
Just a short drive from both Chelmsford and Colchester, we are ideally located for business functions and our huge car park will cater for all your guests. We can plan you event around lunch or dinner in the privacy of The Willow Room, a perfect mix of discretion and taste fulfilment. Let us make your occasion really special. To discuss your specific requirements please ask to speak to Umesh.
Are you thinking about planning your wedding? We can help you plan a your reception, a wonderful day for you to remember! • Wedding breakfast • Live entertainment • Evening reception • Exclusive use of our lovely garden • Accommodation
We’ve been hosting wedding receptions in The Willow Room and our beautiful garden for eight years. We have a long list of satisfied customers happy to be called upon for referral. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a larger all-day event, we have the experience to make your day a special one and, most importantly within budget. We can cater for up to 80 sit-down guests and 120 evening guests in our fully air-conditioned Willow Room. Our comfortable cottage is also available for you and some guests to stay over. Whatever your with we are here to help your day extra special. We’d be delighted to discuss your plans so please give Umesh a ring for an informal chat.
CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR 2018 – PAYMENT TERMS A £20 per person non-refundable and non-transferable deposit is required on booking. Full payment is due by 1st November 2018. All prices include VAT. TERMS AND CONDITIONS • Once the final payment is made no refunds will be given. We will however endeavour
to resell places released but give no guarantees. • No deposits can be transferred for other products. • In the unlikely event of any function having to be cancelled, an alternative date will be
offered or a full refund given. • We reserve the right to change or cancel advertised entertainment due to
circumstances beyond our control. • Clients and their guests are required to conduct themselves in a reasonable manner at
all times. Unruly clients and their guests will be evicted with no refund of monies paid. • We reserve the right to hold the client liable for any loss or damage to the The Bull’s
property, fixtures and fittings. They may also be held liable for injury to any persons including our staff which arises from the client’s actions.
• Clients or their guests may not consume food or drink on the premises that has not been supplied by the The Bull or The Willow Room.
• The Bull and The Willow Room are not liable for equipment or personal belongings.
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