We can recommend local companies that we have personally used. Menus from cold buffets to full silver service, Hog Roasts & BBQ's. Prices range from £13.95 to £35.00 per head. Sample menus and contact details available on request.
Wine, water, beer and champagne glasses are provided, but if you would prefer crystal glasses for a formal dinner party then these are available to hire.In the dining rooms we provide wipe clean tablecloths, white linen cloths and napkins are available for hire also.
Fresh flower decorations for table displays are available to order from
Jannie Jane’s Florist: 01379 650564, we also have large candlesticks that you can hire.
Celebration cakes for all occasions can be ordered from Jean Barker at Amazing Cakes on 01359 241135 or visit www.amazingcakesbyjean.co.uk
If you have a specific menu in mind and want to check we have the kitchen equipment then please do call us.
Groceries
Tesco and Asda will deliver to the door as will River Nene Organic who will deliver meat, veg and fruit boxes - call 0845 0786868 or visit www.rivernene.co.uk
The best butchers in Diss is Browne and Son. To place large orders in advance call
01379 642105.
There are two very good local farm shops -
'Goodies' on the A143 at Long Stratton which sell their own rare breed pork, as well as fruit, veg, meat, cheeses, bread, homemade cakes and with a cafe too! www.goodiesfarmshop.co.uk
Or Stuston Farm Shop, Old Bury Rod, IP2 4AD for locally produced fresh meat and poultry, fresh fruit and veg from the local area and they also have a cafe. 01379 741268.
For large orders of fruit and veg, try the local wholesaler -
CJ Chenery, Vinces Lane, Diss, 01379 642406.
Housekeeping
Do you need someone to make the beds, keep the kitchen tidy, and clean your rooms? We can arrange for a housekeeper to visit at an agreed time between 10am-3pm, minimum charge is for 2 hours.
Babysitting & Baby Facilities
The local babysitters we use are very experienced and most have NVQ's in childcare. This is a very popular service and bookings should be made as far ahead as possible. The minimum booking time is 2 hours.
All our properties have a travel cot & highchair. We have other equipment available on request - steam steriliser, baby changing mats, baby monitors, nappy bucket, baby bath and bath mats.
