Back to the 60s Carry on New Year Cotswolds Party at Warner Heythrop Park Hotel
3 days, 3rd-5th January, 2024 from £359 per person
Entertainment
The Ragdolls are Europe’s number 1 tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Their celebration of Frankie and the boys will take you on a musical journey through the sounds of one of the most successful bands of all time. Classic songs such as Sherry, Walk like a man, Oh What a Night and many more truly recreate the iconic sound of the Four Seasons.With slick choreography and the Frankie’s recognisable falsetto, The Ragdolls really set the scene for a great night of music.
CARNABY STREET have been wowing crowds on the South West and UK’s gig scene for nigh on 21years now…..and for anyone who’s been to one of their gigs, it’s not difficult to see why! The hugely popular ‘Swingin’ Sixties Tribute Band’ have the sort of enthusiastic, infectious energy you don’t see with many bands these days. It’s as if every gig is their first! Lead by the dulcet tones of charismatic crooner & frontman Dez, their repertoire ranges from classic songs from the early 60’s ‘Beat Group’ era, through to the deliriously groovy ‘Flower Power’ hits from later in the decade. Hit After hit! After hit , Fab!
Carrying on the tradition of the guys who started it all in 1963 – Freddie and The Dreamers – The Dreamers remain one of the best known named bands on the 60s music circuit. Changes to personnel over the past 50 years were inevitable but one member, Alan Mosca, remains in the band today. Alan was alongside Freddie as part of the British Invasion Tour of America, sharing the stage with Gerry and The Pacemakers, The Searchers and others. Alan is joined by The Temple Brothers, Steve and Colin, who have toured extensively with their Everly Brothers tribute show and Midnight Dynamos rock and roll band. Newest member Nicky Walker also a seasoned professional who toured the UK and Abroad as a session musician and his own unique Buddy Holly tribute show. With their unique harmonies and musicianship they add an extra dimension to the Dreamers, who along with the hits of Freddie and The Dreamers perform the most popular songs of the fifties rock and roll days and the great songs of the sixties
Peter Gill is one of the UK’s most experienced and versatile piano/vocalists – he is best known as the country’s top Jerry Lee Lewis tribute act, but is also an accomplished boogie woogie, swing, jazz and pop performer. Peter has performed with and for a number of names in the world of entertainment which include: Jools Holland, Shirley Bassey, Anita Harris, Brian May, Anita Dobson, Jess Conrad, Wee Willie Harris, The Bachelors, Jimmy Cricket, Phil Cool and Screaming Lord Sutch. He spends much of his work life touring the country in a variety of theatre shows which include: The Everly Brothers and Friends, Whole Lotta Shakin – The Shakin’ Stevens Story, Rockney – The Chas & Dave Story, Anita Harris in Concert (as Musical Director), The Jerry Lee Lewis Story and A Tribute To The Piano Legends. He also presents a number of one man shows featuring the music of other heroes of his such as Tom Lehrer and Noel Coward, and performs in two plays that he has written (Meet Tommy Atkins and Talbot House – a home from home). Peter also has his own rock n roll and boogie band – Pete Gill & The Good Time Charlies.
Colin & Steve are proud to showcase their Everly Brothers tribute show now officially known as The Temple Brothers, The UK’s No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers as voted for by the National Tribute Music Awards 2017, their show is dedicated and to celebrate the music of one of the greatest harmony duo’s the Everly Brothers. Just as the Everly Brothers were the Temple Brothers are real life brothers, their harmonies are unlike anything ever heard, with live acoustic guitars, flawless harmonies, a truly impressive outing which will see audiences captivated by their unique sound, look, quality and professionalism and a touch of humour. All the hits are performed in their original keys that The Everly Brothers recorded in their early years, so you dont lose any of that magic that the Everly’s created.
Maxine Mazumder was a live grand finalist on ITV’s ‘Stars In Their Eyes’ as Lulu and also appeared on ‘New Faces’ as the lead vocalist in a band known as ‘Strange Rooms’. Taking on the role of Dusty in Bill Kenwright’s West End production ‘The Roy Orbison Story’ Maxine has taken her tribute to one of the greatest ever soul divas all over the world. Recreating the performances of Dusty Springfield with precision and performs each of Dusty’s hits with power and emotion. Maxine has travelled worldwide performing on Ocean Village, Azura and Ventura cruise ships and for Corporate Events and Holiday Centres everywhere. The look and mannerisms are eerily accurate and Maxine delivers power and emotion to every classic hit including: ‘I Only Want To Be With You’, ‘You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me’ and many others.
From the Gap came together several years ago as ‘Heart & Soul’, Tom and Simon played around the UK, around their busy schedule with The Union Gap. Do not expect to see a ‘slimmed down version’ of a Union Gap show, this is a completely different show, with a few songs from the 1960s but predomently the boys have decided to go along the 70’s & 80’s path, with a lively, Explosive Jukebox Show… with songs that you will definitely know and want to have a good dance too.
Recognised as one of Europe’s top Rock ‘n’ Roll bands, The Firebirds; Jim Plummer, Dan Plummer, Rich Lorriman and Paul Willmott, four first class musicians/vocalists able to cover the complete spectrum of music from the 1950s and 1960s, including rockabilly, doo wop, instrumentals and ballads. Over the years, the band have a built a reputation in the country as the go to act when it comes to 50’s rock ‘n’ roll. This has led to the band being invited to perform alongside Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Lonnie Donegan as well as the Holladay Sisters (Elvis’ original backing singers) to name but a few. As well as being incredibly popular in the UK, they continue to enjoy success on the European rock ‘n’ roll scene and are regularly invited to perform at Europe’s top rock ‘n’ roll festivals as well as headlining sell-out tours. To date, the band have released three singles and twelve albums. The last five, recorded in their own studio and on their own label ‘Rockville Records’, include a Rock’n’Roll Special with Linda Gail Lewis the sister of ‘The Killer’ Jerry Lee, and two Doo Wop albums – the second featuring guest vocalist Den Hegarty of ‘Darts’ fame.
Christopher Gee – TV Comedy Impressionist & Voice Over Artiste. Since first appearing on BBC TV, Christopher has enjoyed a career that has been as varied as the 100+ Voices he performs in his unique one man Comedy Impression stage Show, “An Audience With The Stars”. This show features a great mix of Impressions of all your favourite characters from the world of Stage, Screen and TV.
Accommodation
Warner Heythrop Park Hotel
Heythrop Park Hotel is set in 440 acres of glorious parkland, the hotel boasts a selection of lounge areas, Brassey bar, Late Lounge Bar, two entertainment venues, a luxurious spa, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, thermal suite, and gym. There’s also, and an 18-hole golf course.
Set in the heart of the Cotswolds just outside Chipping Norton nearby attractions include the stunning village of Bourton on the Water, Blenheim Palace and Woodstock.
The hotel has a range of rooms in a variety of styles. Each room offers supreme comfort, with a pleasant mix of contemporary and vintage touches, and lots of little complimentary treats such as fluffy white robes to use during your stay and a selection of luxury toiletries.
Accommodation options
- Standard Double £359pp
- Single ‘Cosy’ Room £359pp – Cleverly designed for solo travellers, these rooms are smaller (at least 14sqm) but still feature all the luxury of the other rooms.
- Deluxe double or twin £384pp – These rooms are come with little luxuries that elevate your stay including beautiful décor, armchairs, and a super king size bed.
- Superior Double or twin £409pp – The top rated rooms, with high ceilings, feature or super king beds, and a sofa. There are 13 Superior rooms in The Manor House wings and South wing.
Top Tips for Heythrop Hall
Heythrop is a very large hotel and will involve a lot of walking from the bedrooms, to restaurants, and entertainment venues. Amenities are spread across different floors, there is lift access between floors (with the exception of 16 of the Superior/ Deluxe rooms located in The Old Manor House – as this part of the hotel is listed access is by stairs only). Standard rooms will be allocated in the South Wing and ALL twin rooms carry a room supplement. A Blue badge is required for any mobility scooter used in the hotel. Currently there is a covered outside walk to the swimming pool and leisure facilities which is approx. 10 mins walk from the North Wing bedrooms.
What Our Customers Say
The Whole weekend is fun & friendly and really well put together Read more “Bembridge 2017”
Good food, good service, excellent entertainment Read more “Warner Bembridge 2017”
The whole weekend was excellent Read more “Warner Bembridge Carry on New Year”
