The Bank Holiday weekend is approaching, and we’re looking forward to it!
On Sunday 27th August Matt Bates will be providing live music from 3.30 – 5.30pm – in the garden if the weather allows. And on Monday 28th, it’s the annual Ilmington Show, always a big event in the village.
It starts at 1pm, so there’s plenty of time for lunch or a drink or two at the pub before heading down to the playing fields on the Mickleton Road.
A full afternoon of entertainment includes dog agility display, duck herding, classic car parade, puppet show, bouncy castle, face-painting and lots more, including of course displays of flowers, fruit and veg in the show marquee. Our very own Romy has been given the responsibility (and enviable job!) of judging the drinks category at the show. There are exciting rumours that there will be a flypast by an aircraft from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
Don’t leave your dogs at home. This year you can enter your woof into one or more of six categories in the dog show – The Lovely Ladies (Bitches), The Handsome Hounds (Dogs), Young Handler, Best Groomed Pair (owner and dog), Cutest Cross Breed and Waggiest Tail. It’s £1 per entry, and there are loads of great prizes.
Refreshments include a pig roast, barbecue, ice cream stall, tea, coffee and cake, and we are running the Pimms and Prosecco Bar. The pub’s open all day, and we’re serving food from midday until 7.45pm.
Entrance prices for the Show: Adults, £3; Children, £2; children under five get in free, and there’s no car park charge.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Howard Arms Team
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That lovely quote is from Richard Brinsley Sheridan, the Irish satirist, playwright and poet.
Many of our guests choose The Howard Arms as their base for exploring the wonderful historical gardens that are to be found nearby.
Within a few miles of the pub are the world-famous arts and crafts gardens of Hidcote and its 17th Century house; and Kiftsgate Court Gardens, the creation of three generations of women gardeners and home of the spectacular Kiftsgate rose which is in flower as we write!
Slightly further afield, but still within a short drive are Sezincote’s exotic Rajasthan-styled gardens; Bourton House Garden, an award-winning three acre garden surrounding a fine 18th century manor house; the grand 16th century country house, Charlecote Park, surrounded by its own deer park; Coughton Court that stands in 25 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds; and the wonderful gardens of Upton House.
It’s entirely possible to spend a whole day at any one of these venues; but the short distances between these fabulous pieces of horticultural history mean that those with limited time can see two or three within a single day. All are set within beautiful Warwickshire or Gloucestershire countryside, and there are many picturesque local walks in the surrounding area.
The Howard Arms is a fabulous home from home to return to for dinner and a comfortable night after a day spent enjoying the delights of our local gardens. Choose one of our eight rooms, all luxury, all different, all full of comfort and character. Our garden-loving guests really are spoilt for choice!
The Howard Arms Team
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We’re so pleased to be hosting Ride Scorpion 2017, a charity cycle ride in aid of SMA (Spinal Muscular Atophy).
This is an opportunity to get a team together to enjoy a Saturday in the saddle, helping to raise money to fund vital research into a cure and treatments for this progressive, neuromuscular condition. The SMA Trust funds over 75% of UK charity-funded research and is entirely dependent on voluntary donations.
There’s a 66 mile circular route offering stunning views of three counties and challenging you with steep hills and winding roads. The 20 mile circular route gives you the chance to see beautiful villages and countryside, with less hills to contend with.
Both rides start and finish at The Howard Arms. Everyone will get a huge welcome with refreshments and entertainment for both cyclists and supporters.
Cheltenham Festival week is always a highlight of our year, mostly as an after-racing venue for celebrating and continuing the high spirits of a day at the races.
This year, we’ve come up with a cunning plan for those of you who don’t have a hot ticket. We’re installing a TV and a big lunch table in the Snug, and inviting parties of between six and ten people to have a day at the virtual races.
Create your own atmosphere with all the live action streamed to the comfort of your exclusive lunch table. Enjoy a welcome glass of fizz and a three-course lunch from our special Cheltenham Week menu:
First courses:
– Soup of the day
– Game terrine, beetroot salad, red onion jam, rye toast
– Spiced lamb kofta kebab, red pepper salsa, tzatziki, herb pitta bread
Main courses:
– Pan-fried calves liver, mash, tomato & mushroom, smoked bacon gravy
– Stew of the day, new potatoes, seasonal vegetables
– Beer battered haddock & chips, peas, tartare
Puddings:
– Choose from the a la carte menu, or
– Selection of British cheeses served with celery, biscuits, chutney and quince jelly
The price per person is £20.
We can only accommodate one party on each of the Festival days, so sprint to the phone and call us on 01608 682226 to secure your private box.
Tuesday 14th March – Champion Day
Wednesday 15th March – Ladies Day
Thursday 16th March – St Patrick’s Day (BOOKED)
Friday 17th March – Gold Cup Day
The Howard Arms Team
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It’s show time!
/in Howard Arms | Blog /by MaritaThe Bank Holiday weekend is approaching, and we’re looking forward to it!
On Sunday 27th August Matt Bates will be providing live music from 3.30 – 5.30pm – in the garden if the weather allows. And on Monday 28th, it’s the annual Ilmington Show, always a big event in the village.
It starts at 1pm, so there’s plenty of time for lunch or a drink or two at the pub before heading down to the playing fields on the Mickleton Road.
A full afternoon of entertainment includes dog agility display, duck herding, classic car parade, puppet show, bouncy castle, face-painting and lots more, including of course displays of flowers, fruit and veg in the show marquee. Our very own Romy has been given the responsibility (and enviable job!) of judging the drinks category at the show. There are exciting rumours that there will be a flypast by an aircraft from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
Don’t leave your dogs at home. This year you can enter your woof into one or more of six categories in the dog show – The Lovely Ladies (Bitches), The Handsome Hounds (Dogs), Young Handler, Best Groomed Pair (owner and dog), Cutest Cross Breed and Waggiest Tail. It’s £1 per entry, and there are loads of great prizes.
Refreshments include a pig roast, barbecue, ice cream stall, tea, coffee and cake, and we are running the Pimms and Prosecco Bar. The pub’s open all day, and we’re serving food from midday until 7.45pm.
Entrance prices for the Show: Adults, £3; Children, £2; children under five get in free, and there’s no car park charge.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The Howard Arms Team
“Won’t you come into my garden? I would like my roses to see you.”
/in Howard Arms | Blog /by MaritaThat lovely quote is from Richard Brinsley Sheridan, the Irish satirist, playwright and poet.
Many of our guests choose The Howard Arms as their base for exploring the wonderful historical gardens that are to be found nearby.
Within a few miles of the pub are the world-famous arts and crafts gardens of Hidcote and its 17th Century house; and Kiftsgate Court Gardens, the creation of three generations of women gardeners and home of the spectacular Kiftsgate rose which is in flower as we write!
Slightly further afield, but still within a short drive are Sezincote’s exotic Rajasthan-styled gardens; Bourton House Garden, an award-winning three acre garden surrounding a fine 18th century manor house; the grand 16th century country house, Charlecote Park, surrounded by its own deer park; Coughton Court that stands in 25 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds; and the wonderful gardens of Upton House.
It’s entirely possible to spend a whole day at any one of these venues; but the short distances between these fabulous pieces of horticultural history mean that those with limited time can see two or three within a single day. All are set within beautiful Warwickshire or Gloucestershire countryside, and there are many picturesque local walks in the surrounding area.
The Howard Arms is a fabulous home from home to return to for dinner and a comfortable night after a day spent enjoying the delights of our local gardens. Choose one of our eight rooms, all luxury, all different, all full of comfort and character. Our garden-loving guests really are spoilt for choice!
The Howard Arms Team
Ride Scorpion 2017, 6th May 2017
/in Howard Arms | Blog /by MaritaWe’re so pleased to be hosting Ride Scorpion 2017, a charity cycle ride in aid of SMA (Spinal Muscular Atophy).
This is an opportunity to get a team together to enjoy a Saturday in the saddle, helping to raise money to fund vital research into a cure and treatments for this progressive, neuromuscular condition. The SMA Trust funds over 75% of UK charity-funded research and is entirely dependent on voluntary donations.
There’s a 66 mile circular route offering stunning views of three counties and challenging you with steep hills and winding roads. The 20 mile circular route gives you the chance to see beautiful villages and countryside, with less hills to contend with.
Both rides start and finish at The Howard Arms. Everyone will get a huge welcome with refreshments and entertainment for both cyclists and supporters.
You’ll find all the details here.
Or contact them direct on 01789 801155 / e-mail
We hope you’ll join us on the 6th May.
The Howard Arms Team
Cheltenham Week Special
/in Howard Arms | Blog /by MaritaCheltenham Festival week is always a highlight of our year, mostly as an after-racing venue for celebrating and continuing the high spirits of a day at the races.
This year, we’ve come up with a cunning plan for those of you who don’t have a hot ticket. We’re installing a TV and a big lunch table in the Snug, and inviting parties of between six and ten people to have a day at the virtual races.
Create your own atmosphere with all the live action streamed to the comfort of your exclusive lunch table. Enjoy a welcome glass of fizz and a three-course lunch from our special Cheltenham Week menu:
First courses:
– Soup of the day
– Game terrine, beetroot salad, red onion jam, rye toast
– Spiced lamb kofta kebab, red pepper salsa, tzatziki, herb pitta bread
Main courses:
– Pan-fried calves liver, mash, tomato & mushroom, smoked bacon gravy
– Stew of the day, new potatoes, seasonal vegetables
– Beer battered haddock & chips, peas, tartare
Puddings:
– Choose from the a la carte menu, or
– Selection of British cheeses served with celery, biscuits, chutney and quince jelly
The price per person is £20.
We can only accommodate one party on each of the Festival days, so sprint to the phone and call us on 01608 682226 to secure your private box.
The Howard Arms Team