Historic celebration house Carlton Towers, Yorkshire has announced their special Christmas Packages in time for guests to prepare for the festive season.

As the Christmas parties of old fade into the past and the dancing spirits melt into summer, it is not long before this time of year soon comes around again to entice the party fever. Carlton Towers ensures guests receive a warm Yorkshire welcome when entering the much-loved home of Lord and Lady Fitzalan Howard.

Home to many a cosy fireplace, with frosted windows holding frame to the wintery glazed grounds and the delicate fragrance of pine needles filling the rooms - Christmas likes to works its magic upon the historic Carlton Towers. Guests can enjoy a selection of yuletide packages available at this majestic Grade 1 listed country estate.

Festive Lunches

Served every day throughout December, using the freshest local ingredients seasoned by the in-house chef's expertise, Carlton Towers will be preparing the finest Christmas lunches. Invite the company of friends, family or colleagues to enjoy the traditional three courses and festive decadence of Carlton Towers at your leisure.

Guests will be seated ready to enjoy traditional favourites such as Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail and Traditional Butter Roasted Turkey with all the trimmings. A Christmas lunch wouldn't be the same without a Christmas Pudding and Brandy Sauce to end the festive feast.

Christmas Party Packages

A Carlton Christmas will start with a cup of sweet mulled wine to warm guests up from the cold outside. A sumptuous three course festive menu will be served to guests in one of the magnificent state rooms, whilst saving energy to sing and dance along to fantastic live music into the night.

If guests don't want the night to end - they can extend their visit by staying in one of the sixteen luxury bedrooms at Carlton Towers, decorated by Lady Emma Howard herself. Special bed and breakfast rates are available to all who celebrate Christmas at Carlton Towers.

With delicious food, traditional decorations and a magnificent setting complimented by the festive season, Carlton Towers makes a magical setting for a Christmas celebration to remember.

For further information or to book a table call 01405 861 662 or email info@carltontowers.co.uk. 

For media enquiries please contact Sophie Hardy, Perception Sales & Marketing Limited. T: 0845 293 2552 E: pr3@perception-uk.com

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Notes to Editors:-

Festive 3 course lunches plus festive novelties are priced at £32.50 per person. They are available every day throughout December.

The Christmas Party Package will take place on 13th and 14th December 2013. The package includes welcome Bellinis, Reception Drink, 3 Course Festive Dinner, Disco, Live Music and festive novelties for £65.00 per person, or £74.00 to include half a bottle of red or white house wine per person.

Private tables of 8 - 10 are available. Smaller parties are welcome and will be seated on mixed tables.

Reception drinks will be served at 7.00pm, with dinner following at 8.00pm. There will be live music and a disco until midnight.

Exclusive Use of Carlton Towers at Christmas is available upon request.

Bed and Breakfast double occupancy is priced at £120 and single occupancy £90.

Carlton Towers is a striking 17th century stately home set in 1500 acres of stunning private parkland in Carlton, North Yorkshire. With magnificent architecture, a distinct family heritage and a beautiful tranquil setting surrounded by an estate kept going through the ages; Carlton Towers offers a unique exclusive setting for any corporate or personal celebration.

The unique country estate is available for exclusive hire all year round.

The house itself features 16 luxurious bedrooms, three large State Rooms spanning 150ft with a maximum capacity of 200 guests or as little as 20 guests. Carlton also boasts a minstrel's gallery, beautiful light-filled drawing room and large imposing entrance halls.

Carlton Towers is located in the village of Carlton, close to York, Doncaster and Leeds, just a fifteen minute drive from Selby Rail Station.