Volume 2, Issue 6

November 2014

Enjoy our festive flavours

with an international twist

November 14 NEWSLETTER

T h e Q u e e ns H e a d - B r o a d C h a l k e

As Queens Head
regulars will know,
we do like to travel
the world with our
special
themed
me n u s.
T hi s
month we cross
both the Channel
and Atlantic to
bring you some
great flavours from
around the globe.

calendar. On December
4
at
5.30pm, we join our
good
neighbours
from Chalke Valley
Stores for the exciting Hub n Pub
community event to
mark the lighting of
the Broad Chalke
Christmas tree (see
overleaf for details).

We kick off pro- Get a pre-Christmas turkey treat with our American- Our festive party
ce e d i ng s
on
style Thanksgiving Supper on November 27
menu is now availFriday, Novemable, so if you are
join our American cousins in
ber 21 and Saturday, Novemplanning a family get-together, a
giving thanks on the highlight
ber 22 with a return to our
works Christmas do or a seaof the US holidays. Our spesonal meeting of old friends, why
popular two-day Vive La
cial Thanksgiving Supper
not hold it in the cosy surroundFrance event with a delicious
will feature turkey and all the
French twist. Last years coq
ings of The Queens Head?
trimmings, homemade cornau vin was a big hit but youll
bread and pumpkin pie.
Look out too for our Christmas
have to come and see if it
Day menu - yes, we will be open
makes a return to the two- and
Things take a more homely
for lunch so you can enjoy the
three-course menus.
turn on November 30 when
day without the cooking and
we invite you to join us for
Once again, our restaurant will
washing up!
mince pies, mulled wine and
adopt a bistro feel, and there
Christmas cookies while we
Other new events include our
will be around the world acdecorate our lovely inn at our
Quiz Nights, the launch of our
tivities for our younger diners.
Deck the Halls event. And
Bridge Club and the screenSee our phone number overbecause it is Advent Sunday,
ing of key BT Sports football
leaf to make a reservation.
any children dining with us on
and rugby matches. Ask at the
that day will receive an Advent
On the following Thursday, we
bar for further details.

Early Birds catch the dining bargain

Our kitchen is rapidly gaining a reputation for fantastic
food at fabulous prices, and weve already received
praise for some of our special themed evenings.
Now we are offering hungry diners a special deal if they
want to sate their appetites in the evening - as long as
they order between 5pm and 7pm. Our new Early Bird
Supper promotion allows guests to select two courses
from our menu or specials board for just 12.95 per person - although please note that some exclusions apply
to this offer.
This is a fantastic offer if you are thinking of attending
one of our regular events at The Queens Head, such as
our quiz nights, darts matches or bridge evenings, because it offers you the chance to indulge in our delicious
menu at a bargain price before you settle down to the
serious business of the competition in hand.
We strive to delight diners with locally sourced, homecooked food, so if you havent already sampled our
dishes, why not use this special offer to give them a try?

HANDY TO KNOW:

Christmas is coming to Chalke Valley!

CONTACTS
Phone 01722 780344
Website
www.queensheadbroadchalke.co.uk
Facebook: facebook.thequeenshead
broadchalke
Twitter: queensheadwilts
FACILITIES
Families welcome (board games available)
Dogs welcome (with well-behaved owners!)
Dart board
Four B&B rooms
Newspapers and magazines
WiFi
Big screen sports coming soon: BT Sports
available for selected fixtures - please ask
for info
OPENING HOURS
Open 11am-11pm Mon-Sat, Noon-10.30pm
Sun
Food served 11.30am-9.30pm Mon-Sat,
Noon-9pm Sun

We are delighted to be joining forces with

the much-acclaimed Chalke Valley
Stores to celebrate a very special valley
event at 5.30pm on Thursday, December
4.
This is when the community will come
together to light the Christmas tree in an
event that could also raise money for
charity.
Dubbed the HubnPub Christmas Evening, the special festive occasion will see
the lights turned on at the tree, which is
due to be situated near the hub (Chalke
Valley Stores) and the pub (your friendly,
local inn).
The aim is to bring local villagers to-

gether to enjoy a Christmas evening of

mince pies, hot chocolate, mulled wine
and biscuits.
The tree is being kindly donated by
Prescombe Farm in Ebbesbourne Wake,
while entertainment will be provided by
pupils from Broad Chalke Primary School,
who have agreed to sing carols around the
tree as the lights are turned on.
There is no charge for the event, however donations to cover the costs would
be welcomed. Any extra funds will be
donated to local charities.
The Queens Head is now taking bookings for its Christmas Party menu as well
as for lunch on Christmas Day.

Tasting Notes: Ruby Rustler cask ale

We are proud to introduce
a new seasonal ale from
our brewer, Hall & Woodhouse. Called Ruby
Rustler, its a ruby red
beer designed for supping
during long winter nights.
Brewed with crystal malt and rye, it
features Fuggles and Galaxy hops to
give it a special flavour. If you fancy a
taste, just ask one of our team for a try-

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before-you-buy sample.
Heres our at-glance guide:
Colour: Ruby red/brown
Smell: Fruity hop
Taste: Rich full-bodied,
biscuity malt
Eat with: Seasonal game,
some delicious venison or succulent lamb
Availability: From mid-Nov - Dec
ABV: 4.1%
Price: 3.60 pint

DIARY DATES
Vive La France! Friday, Nov 21 Saturday, Nov22: Two days of French food in
our bistro plus childrens activities.
Quiz Nights, from Monday, Nov 24 at 8pm:
Our first quiz is in aid of Broad Chalke
Playschool - ask for more details
Bridge Club Welcome Evening,
Tuesday, Nov 25: Let us know if you will be
joining us for this inaugural event
Thanksgiving Supper, Thursday
Nov27: Enjoy this US holiday with turkey,
cornbread and pumpkin pie.
Deck the Halls!, Advent Sunday Nov 30
(evening): Enjoy mulled wine, mince pies
and Christmas cookies as we prepare the
inn for the festive season.
Hub n Pub Christmas Evening:
Dec 4: Village event (see story top left).

New hands needed at

the Queens Head
New team members are needed at The
Queens Head. We have both part- and
full-time positions available.
Previous bar experience is preferable,
and - due to licensing laws - you must be
aged 18 or over.
Ask at the bar for further details.
Its farewell from The Queens Head to
team member Joe Brewer. We all wish
him the best of luck in his new job.

November 14 NEW SLETTER