THE WHITE SWAN HOTEL ALNWICK
HOSTED BRIDGE HOLIDAY
1st November 2024 for 4 nights
3 Star Half Board Accommodation
In the heart of the historic market town of Alnwick and only a stone’s throw from Alnwick Castle and Gardens, The White Swan is a charming 300 year old coaching inn that blends its unique heritage with superb accommodation. Found right in the heart of Alnwick, so it making the ideal for guests and visitors going to the Castle and Gardens. The White Swan offers visitors two distinctly different dining options. You can choose from our formal restaurant or relaxed bistro. Our Olympic Suite Restaurant is an exceptional experience. You are will find yourself surrounded by the original panelling, mirrors, ceiling and stained glass from RMS Olympic, the Titanic’s sister ship. A great experience. Hardys Bistro offers a more informal dining option. Located at the front of the hotel you can watch the world go by whilst enjoying your meal.
The Titanic’s sister ship, the RMS Olympic, was launched in 1911, a year before its sister’s tragic maiden voyage. Despite being converted to oil-fired engines in 1919-1920, it became uneconomical in comparison to the new and luxurious Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth, and was finally retired in 1935 and scrapped in 1937. This provided valuable work for Scottish shipyards, which were suffering from the effects of the Depression.
Before it was dismantled completely, many of the fittings and artworks were auctioned. The then-owner of The White Swan bought the Olympic’s dining room and transported it to the hotel, reconstructing it in all its splendour. The magnificent Olympic Suite, which can cater for up to 150 people theatre style and 120 diners, now shows off the original panelling, mirrors, ceiling and stained glass windows from a time when ships were truly magnificent. An eccentric idea perhaps, but one that has made The White Swan very special.
INCLUDES: Half board accommodation, Holiday hosts, Welcome drinks reception. Morning seminars or workshop followed by morning and evening Bridge sessions with Pre-Dealt boards, Hand records and Bridgemate electronic scoring. EBU master points, all bridge fees and prizes. Free car parking subject to availability.
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Holiday Host tbc
PRICES
£329pp Double shared
£329pp Twin shared
£399pp Double sole use
plus £70pp Bridge Fee/Deposit
£tbapp Upgrade room
ACCOMMODATION
En-suite Bathroom and toiletries
Tea & Coffee making facilities
Flat Screen Television with digital channels
Telephone, Desk
Easy Chairs and Coffee Table
Iron & Ironing Board
Laundry Service including same day laundry available
Hairdryer
Room service
Free WiFi Access
