21 Mar 2024
A multi award-winning jewel in Lancashire's culinary scene, most recently being named in the top 50 'power-list' of the north's bars and restaurants, luxury hotel and Michelin star Northcote has a diverse calendar of special events, decadent lunches, dinners and engaging experiences to learn about food and wine; all of which are guaranteed to delight the gourmet traveller.
The Ribble Valley, home to Northcote, has itself also once again been voted one of the UK's best places to live by The Times.
Talking of the area, Northcote executive chef Lisa Goodwin Allen said:
“When you are surrounded by beautiful countryside and dramatic landscapes like we are here in the Ribble Valley, it's not hard to understand why it's regarded as such an amazing place to live. It's more than just the surroundings though, it's the people that make this part of the world so special. From the suppliers and food producers we work with, to the regulars who visit us at Northcote time and again, people from the Ribble Valley are some of the best in the world."
Coming up at Northcote this Spring…
Easter Bunnies, Eggs and Treats Cookery School
https://www.northcote.com/cookery-class/easter-bunnies-treats-eggs-27-03-24/
£235 for a one-day course
27th, 28th or 29th March from 9am to 4.30/5.30pm
Easter time is the celebration of chocolate, so what better activity to do than heading to the award-winning Northcote Cookery School to learn how to make egg-ceptional treats. From a new take on the original hot cross buns to traditional Easter biscuits, professional tutors Rick and Ben will guide you through how to make a range of indulgent Easter delicacies. This includes Northcote's indulgent truffles and your own beautiful homemade chocolate Easter egg.
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Indulgent Easter Sunday at Northcote
https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/easter-at-northcote/
Sunday 31st March 2024
12.30 pm for 1 pm in the Restaurant
1.30 pm for 2 pm in the Louis Roederer Room
An unforgettable Easter Sunday lunch awaits at Northcote. Sit back and savour a day spent with family and friends accompanied by a stunning menu from Northcote's Michelin-starred kitchen. Executive chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen has created an outstanding four-course Easter lunch menu with tempting treats such as Scarlet Prawn Tortellini, Cumbrian Lamb and dessert of a 'Northcote Easter Egg'.
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Step into Spring with a Delicious Northcote Spring Break
Cost from: £386
https://www.northcote.com/offer/a-northcote-spring-break/
Escape to the Ribble Valley, recently voted one of the UK's best places to live, and enjoy an overnight stay at Northcote, surrounded by seasonal blooms accompanied by fantastic food and wine.
This one-night spring break includes:
- £85 per person dining allowance* to explore Lisa's exquisite Seasonal Dinner Menu and curate your own culinary journey.
- Complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability): Relax in spacious comfort after your delicious dinner experience.
- Northcote's award-winning breakfast.
*Please note that the £85.00 per person dining credit is applicable to food only.
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One night Champagne Gourmet Break
Available Sunday to Tuesday priced from: £486
https://www.northcote.com/offer/one-night-champagne-gourmet-break/
A gourmet getaway is the perfect opportunity to venture into The Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Awaiting on your arrival at Northcote will be a half bottle of Louis Roederer Collection 244 Champagne, a firm favourite at Northcote since 1990 and now proudly presented as the property's house Champagne.
Also included is dinner in the restaurant to sample Lisa Goodwin-Allen's Gourmet Menu with dishes that will take you on a culinary journey through five stunning courses, each one capturing the spirit of the season.
The one-night Champagne Gourmet Break includes:
• ½ Bottle of Louis Roederer 244 Collection Champagne
• 5-course gourmet menu
• One night accommodation
• Northcote's cooked-to-order breakfast
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Dinner with Nyetimber
https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/dinner-with-nyetimber/
Thursday 18th April 2024
7.00 for 7.30pm in The Louis Roederer Room at Northcote
Price: £165 per person
This wine lovers' event is not to be missed. An exclusive dinner celebrating the creators of world-renowned English sparkling wine Nyetimber. The Estate is situated in the rural heart of the South of England, with only the finest estate-grown fruit being used to craft award-winning world-renowned wines.
Enjoy a perfectly paired four-course menu from executive chef, Lisa Goodwin-Allen, and complimentary wines. Includes arrival drinks, snacks, four-course dinner with matching wine flight, San Pellegrino fine dining waters, tea and coffee.
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Grand National Celebration Lunch
https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/grand-national-day-lunch/
Saturday 13th April – 12pm for 12.30 (first race 1.45pm) in The Louis Roederer Room at Northcote
Price: £140 per person
The Randox Grand National is more than just the world's greatest steeplechase, it's a national institution with a global audience.
Where better to watch this unmissable race than in Northcote's elegant Louis Roederer Room, ensuring the best views of all the action all day long. Your day starts with free-flowing champagne followed by a stunning three-course lunch. Allow Northcote's team to take you through the build-up to the main event. Afternoon tea and a Northcote cheeseboard will also be served throughout the course of the day.
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St George's Day Celebration Dinner
https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/st-georges-day-dinner/
Tuesday 23rd April 2024
7 pm arrival for 7:30 pm dinner in The Louis Roederer Room at Northcote
£140.00 per person
A special four-course seasonal dinner menu that pays homage to our fine national produce in honour of St George. It's a day to be patriotic and enjoy the best of English food, drink and ambience.
Includes Nyetimber Classic Cuvée Brut Sussex NV and three snacks on arrival, a four-course seasonal dinner with matching wine flight, as well as San Pellegrino fine dining waters, tea and coffee.
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Bank Holiday BBQ Lunch Feasts
Monday 6th May 2024 / https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/spring-bank-holiday-bbq-lunch-feast-for-eye-nepal/
Monday 27th May 2024 / https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/spring-bank-holiday-bbq-lunch-feast-for-debra-uk/
1.30 pm arrival | 2.00 pm lunch in The Louis Roederer Room at Northcote (seating arrangements are at shared tables of 10-12.)
Price: £120.00 per person
Celebrate the May Day Bank Holidays with one of Northcote's famous BBQ feasts. Enjoy an afternoon of great food and specially selected wines, as Northcote lights up the fires on its ceramic Barrel & Ozpig BBQs.
The event on 6th May is being held in aid of EYE Nepal, Northcote's dedicated international charity. EYE Nepal is a small charity dedicated to enhancing the life opportunities of the poorest children in rural districts of Nepal by investing in improving early years education.
The event on 27th May will raise funds for DEBRA UK, Northcote's dedicated UK charity DEBRA UK exists to provide care and support to improve quality of life for people living with EB, and to fund pioneering research to find effective treatments and, ultimately cure(s) for EB. The charity's vision is for a world where no one suffers with EB.
For a full list of Northcote's upcoming events visit: https://www.northcote.com/whats-on-at-northcote/
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For further details contact:
Kate Burke or Rachael Ashmore at Q Communications
kate@qcommunications.co.uk / 07889223906
rachael.a@qcommunications.co.uk / 07534187418
Notes to editors
Located in the Lancashire's Ribble Valley, surrounded by miles of unspoiled and glorious countryside, sits the treasured boutique hotel Northcote which is part of The Stafford Collection. Its Michelin-starred restaurant, headed up by Lisa Goodwin-Allen has long been known for its adventurous menus using seasonal ingredients available to the restaurant. An award-winning wine list is curated the outstanding wine team to complement the menu dishes. This had led to Northcote being widely recognised as one of the best food-led, boutique hotels in the UK.
Northcote is perfectly situated to let guests enjoy the great outdoors – by foot or bike – or explore the quaint market towns and picturesque historic villages locally. Meanwhile, for something indoors, The Northcote Cookery School is one of the UK's top culinary schools with inspirational cookery courses from barbeque to bread. Lisa Goodwin-Allen's Chef's Table places diners in the heart of the action in Northcote's kitchen, offering a unique celebration space where guests can witness the theatre of exquisite dishes being created.
This renowned country house hotel has 26 imaginative and inspired rooms, all individual in character. At Northcote you have a choice between the Manor House rooms and Garden Lodge rooms. The Garden Lodge is situated within the Northcote gardens, just across from the Manor House, with eight rooms including a master suite.
