Wedding of Paul and Sarah Frew

We always say that Lytham Hall has its own weather system, and we were proven correct once again last Saturday as the sun shone for the outdoor reception and photos for the wedding celebrations of Paul and Sarah Frew.

Guests were entertained by a fabulous string quartet inside the Main hall whilst Team Rowley's served up free flowing Champagne and a fully stocked bar to keep the guests watered

Seen above is the main man Mr Paul Rowley, greeting Paul and Sarah with their first drink on arrival, and very soon after was changed and ready with the team to serve the mouth watering canapes, specially selected and hand made for the bride and groom them selves.

A fine choice of Buffalo Mozzarella, Cumbrian Air Dried Ham and Sun Blushed Tomato Sticks as seen below

To The Left - Blinis of Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese and Herb Pate

To The Right Miniature Yorkshire Puddings filled with Haggis and Served with a Horseradish Cream

The tables were dressed to impress and ready with wine and fresh breads from the wonderful Phils Bakery of Lytham

On The Menu Was

Trio of Lancashire Delicacies - Caramelised Onion and Lancashire Cheese Tartlet, Bury Black Pudding Won Ton and Goosnargh Smoked Chicken Goujons with a Duo of Glazes

For Main

Rack of Lamb

Served on a Bed of Minted Pea Mash with a Port Wine and Berry Jus

For Dessert

As Seen Below - Lemon Tart Served Raspberry Coulis and Fresh Berries

This was followed by Lancashire Black Bomb Cheese and Lashings of Fresh Coffee


Once the meal was over, there was a short break whilst guests got photos of Paul and Sarah cutting the cake.

This was followed by entertainment from The Right Stuff, a fully stocked bar and more food from Rowley's this time various Carved meats with all the trimmings of Stuffing, Caramelised Onions, Fresh Baked Rolls

Another Fine Wedding, Congratulations Paul & Sarah

Wedding of Lucas & Sarah Calhoun Saturday 15th August

It was the 2nd Party for the happy couple Lucas & Sarah, who had already got married in the US. And after another week of rain in Lytham St Annes, the clouds parted to make way for the sun, as guests arrived at the hall to be greated by Team Rowley's with Glasses of Pimms and Ice Cold Cloudy Lemonade. Along with the usual mouthwatering Canapes.

Not so long after came the arrival of the happy couple. Lucas and Sarah, who gathered everyone on the hall staircase for their blessing.

This was followed by a fully stocked Rowley's bar and free flowing Rose Wine.

At this point, Rowley's have to say a big thank you to Booth's the Supermarket, for stocking the popular 'Makers Mark' Kentucky Bourbon, of which Lucas and his friends enjoyed so much. Our stock was cleared by the end of the Reception !

After a couple of hours had passed and all the Canapes had been eaten, everyone was called through to the west wing, ready to receive the newly weds. The upper west wing had been decorated in style to Sarah's tastes, who with the help of Rowley's had spent the day previous mounting Fairy lights onto the roof beams !

On the menu for the wedding breakfast was:

Tomato, Mozzarella and Fresh Basil Salad

Served With Cumbrian Air Dried Ham

*****

Roast English Beef

Served with Yorkshire Pudding and Real Roast Gravy

Roast Potatoes with Sea Salt & Rosemary

Panache of Fresh Vegetables

*****

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Served with Butterscotch Sauce and Creamy Custard

*****

Coffee Served with Champagne Truffles

The meal was rounded of with Champagne toasts and some memorable speeches from various members of family and friends

After the speeches guests gathered in the courtyard for the cutting of the cake, whilst Rowley's turned round the west wing for an evening disco and more Makers Mark Bourbon !

Congratulations Lucas & Sarah

Literary Lunches @ Lytham Hall

New To Rowley's Catering and Lytham Hall.

We present "Literary Lunch" in association with Silverdell Literary Events

Our 1st event on Thursday 10th September is an afternoon with Cathy Kelly. Tickets at £29.95 include a signed copy of her new book "Once in a Life Time" along with all the fantastic usuals that come with Rowley's Catering and Lytham Hall.

Our 2nd event is a Crime Themed Double Whammey with Authors Peter Robinson and Sophie Hannah discussing their new novels "The Price of Love" and "The Other Half Lives"

Tickets at £40.00 this time include signed copies of both their new books and once again a fantastic Lytham Hall Lunch

For more information on these two new events please call Silverdell Books on 01772 683444

Look forward to seeing you there

Jamie & Caroline Ashworths Wedding 8th August 2009

It turned out to be a lovely summer day.

Paul, Ben & Team Rowley's helped Jamie and Caroline create an unfussy English garden themed wedding at Jamie's family home in Marton

Ck Marquee's supplied a traditional marquee which fitted perfectly into the orchard which Jamie and Caroline had transformed into an outdoor seating area for their guests.

Meal time arrived and it was time to welcome the Bride and Groom who were piped in by one of the guests too the applause of the rest of the crowd.

On the menu was....

Phils Bakery of Lytham Artizan Breads

Those who do not know about Phils Bakery, Check out his shop in Lytham. Fylde's Finest by Far

Followed By

Warm Caramelised Onion and Lancashire Cheese Tartlet

Served with a Rocket and Mixed Leaf Salad with

Balsamic Syrup and Roast Pepper Glaze

For Mains

Rack of Lakeland Lamb

With a Port Wine and Woodland Berry Jus, Asparagus Spears, Roasted Carrots and Parmentier Potatoes

The Sweet

Strawberry Shortbread Tower

With a Vanilla Cream and Hedgerow Berry Coulis

All the guests in the evening were treated to a BBQ and Cones of Salmon Goujons (Caught by the Groom himself) and thin fries

The Evening got into full swing with Dave Coopers Motley Crew and Jamie was on hand to lead the way.

And finally, Team Rowley's were on hand till late to make sure the evening ran smoothly

Cassidy Wedding - Saturday 25th July @ Lytham Hall

The sun shone on the righteous at Lytham Hall, and after a week of rain the weather proved perfect for Peter and Kelly Cassidy

As usual the marquee from Ck Marquees looked stylish and pristine and was complimented by the usual array of stunning floral displays from the brilliant Flower Design

Rowley's were on hand to prepare a unique menu devised in conjunction with the bride and groom.

Evening guests were greeted with a glass of champagne from a specially ordered Balthazar and then danced the night away to the sound of local band, The Deadbeats, who were brilliant I have to say.

And of course Rowley's were there till the early hours ready with a fully stocked bar and a Hog Roast buffet. Yes we do our own hog roasts now with our very own built hog roasting oven.

The evening rapped up at 1am with everyone well fed, entertained and watered !

Wigglesworth Wedding 18th July

The weather changed for the better on July 18th to make way for the marriage of Richard & Lindsay Wiggleworth at Staining Golf Club.

Guests arrived on a traditional London double decker bus and Team Rowley's were ready with Peach Blinis and Corona's with Lime, to quench the thirsts.

Team Rowleys, Ready and Waiting !

And lets not forget the rest of the staff working away serving Rowley's mouthwatering Canapes

Amongst the guests were team mates of Richards from the England Rugby Union Team.









Rowley's Dan Palmer, who plays for Fylde Rugby and North Lancashire Rugby, could not wait to get a photo with England World Cup Winning Squad Winger Jason Robinson.

Guests were then called into the Marquee, dressed to its best as usual with breathtaking floral displays from the brilliant Flower Design, ready to tuck into the four course banquet laid on by Rowley's talented team of Chefs.

On the menu was

Smoked Salmon with a Cream Cheese & Herb Pate

Served with Mixed Leaves on a Warm Potato Rosti

For Main Course

Breast of Goosnargh Chicken

Served with a Chorizo and Butter Bean Cassolet

For Desserts

A Tasty Trio of

Iced Woodland Berry Smoothie, Passion Fruit and White Chocolate Profiterole and Lemon Meringue

The Evening party was lead by local legend Mr Steve Baylis who had all the crowd dancing through the night.

For the more daring was a hand sculptured ice vodka luge, supervised by England Winger Mark Queto, as you can see, it was put to the test by a large crowd.

And what... even more food. Yes, Miniature Cones of Fish and Chips were served, along with a fabulous wedding cheesecake, with freshly baked breads, pickles and chutneys.

An Ice Cream van was also provided to cool everyone down after all the dancing. Mr Whippy's Ice Cream is available to hire for a very reasonable rate, and I can personally garuntee they provide quality ice creams with the largest choice of sauces and toppings I have ever seen. Check out there website - Click here

Another successful wedding, at a great venue. I have to say, Staining Lodge is not just your average golfclub. An impressive, modern building with great views available to hire for your exclusive use - Click for Staining Lodge Website