Friday 24 October 2014

Christmas Comes with Ian Buxton Olympic flower arranger


LANGAR HALL IN NOTTINGHAM
WINS SAWDAY’S HOTEL OF THE YEAR AWARD

Sawday’s, champions of independent and special places to stay, has launched its first ever set of awards to coincide with its 20th anniversary.  Langar Hall, Nottingham has been chosen as winner of the Hotel of the Year award.
The awards were presented to winners by Alastair and Toby Sawday at a celebratory event at the Arnolfini Gallery, Bristol on 27 October 2014.
Each of the 13 Sawday’s award winners have been selected by a panel of judges that included Alastair and Toby Sawday, Ben Ross, Travel Editor at the Daily Telegraph and Columba Colivet from Country Homes and Interiors magazine.

Langar Hall has been a family home for 150 years. Owner Imogen inherited the house and turned it into a traditional English country house hotel.  Each room is filled with beautiful things; statues, a pillared dining room, ancient overflowing books and an eclectic collection of oil paintings.  Bedrooms are wonderful, some resplendent with antiques and others with fabrics draped from beams or trompe l'œil panelling. Far from pretentious, there is a relaxed family atmosphere, where all are encouraged to enjoy the house as their own.
Heavenly food is a treat at Langar Hall too; tuck into a diverse menu, perhaps wild garlic soup, local venison and pistachio soufflé with lemon sorbet. There's a pretty conservatory that opens onto a terrace, perfect for afternoon tea. Outside medieval fishponds and an adventure play area can be found in the grounds, and once a year, visitors can watch Shakespeare on the lawn.
Alastair Sawday says:  “It is high time that we gave an award to Langar Hall.  Imogen's energy and devotion deserve an award in themselves, and the house is perfectly formed - a triumph of good taste and personality rolled together. The superb food, the elegant and surprising rooms, the setting - all deserve an award, as does the gentle sense of fun.”

Imogen Skirving, owner of Langar Hall, says:This is a huge achievement and a great compliment since Sawday’s Special Places to Stay is our favourite hotel guide. It sends us the nicest customers who choose to stay in smaller independent hotels. After struggling away for almost 30 years, knowing nothing about the hospitality industry, I am feeling very proud and delighted.” 
www.sawdays.co.uk/awards2014

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Saturday 11 October 2014

Autumn is Here...














Summer is over, and we are lighting the fires.
 It must be that time of year already...
Come and get cosy at Langar Hall this autumn,
Glass of Red? A nice hot Coffee? And perhaps a stew... couldn't be better.

Music, Music & More Music



We at Langar Hall love anything local, not to mention a bit different, that is why we love local boy band, The Rascels!



We have had the pleasure of having them at Langar Hall a few times, for events such as our very own Carnival, a Fashion Show & even a Charity event. 

They never fail to get us all up dancing, having a good time, and loving the atmosphere, if you would like to book them for your party or event, then please do not hesitate to send them a message via Facebook.

This month is a big one for our boys, we are all looking forward to the release of their first EP
 - This Is. 
It is available for pre-order on iTunes now!
So lets get ordering and support the local talent.

Check out their Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/TheRascels