Gala Ball - 1st Nov - Last Call for Rooms
Gents
Thanks to all members who have signed up for the Gala Dinner. There is time and space for those still considering. Just follow the instructions below and email me at mike@dunwhinny.com. Thanks also to those who have booked rooms at the hotel using the discount code below…..the deadline for which has been extended to this Thursday 2nd October, so don’t miss out!
This Year’s Dun Whinny Gala Ball will be held on Sat 1st Nov. It’s a black-tie evening of glitz and splendour: a real 5* Gleneagles experience and Council encourages all members to support a very special evening in our calendar. This year we’re grateful to Gleneagles for recognising the significance of this event (the longest running ballroom fixture at Gleneagles) and agreeing to a modest increase in last year’s pricing, a special offer on rooms and use of the Ballroom and the Glendevon for free! Fundamentally it’s an opportunity for members to celebrate all that is great about our Club with comrades, family and friends. In particular, we’d like to encourage members who might like to attend on their own as you will be made most welcome. Additionally, it’s a great opportunity for our many new members to socialise. The evening begins with a champagne reception in the Glendevon Room and after dinner we hold a short Annual Prizegiving which is a special moment of celebration. Everything you need to know about this year’s event is below:
Tickets – Tickets are priced at £150 this year, up just £5 on last year. Additionally Council have decided to offer a discount of 10% for members bringing 5 or more guests. Please email me the following information to mike@dunwhinny.com at your earliest convenience:
Member’s name:
Partner’s name:
Total number of tickets for your party:
Names of guests:
Special dietary requirements for you and members of your party:
Seating preferences (if any):
In due course please make your payments to the usual bank account using the reference Gala25 and your surname. See email for payment details.
Rooms – Gleneagles have listened to our feedback from last year’s event regarding discounted rooms still costing £600. The members rate this year is actually £795!! But thankfully the hotel has agreed to reserve 20 rooms on a bed and breakfast basis for us at £495. These can be reserved on a first come basis by calling the hotel directly on 01764 662231 by quoting code DUN011125. This offer ends on 30th Sept so do not delay.
Band – We’re delighted to have secured the same band as last year, the multi-talented GeoGospelChoir, who having got to know us are planning a slightly adjusted programme including some extra Scottish dances as this has been specifically requested.
Dinner – Head Chef has chosen a magnificent set menu for us. There is a vegetarian starter/main course option available on request but this should be specified in your reply along with any allergies or other dietary requirements in your party so these can be catered for. I’ll be back in touch nearer the time regarding drinks options.
Starter
West Coast Crab – Apple Celery, Citrus, Oscietra Caviar or
Beetroot – Elrick Log, Candied Walnut, Cabernet Sauvignon (v)
Main
Scotch Beef Wellington – Marmite Roscoff Onion, Kale, Carrot Puree, Isle of Arran Mustard Sauce or
Pithivier – Swede Chestnut, Spiced Barley, Pickled Trompette, Whisky Jus (v)
Dessert
54% Milk chocolate Black Forest – Amarena Cherry Compote, Vanilla Ice Cream (v)
Timings
- **19:00** – Evening begins with pre-dinner drinks in the Glendevon Room, where Captain Daley will offer a warm welcome. Coat racks will be available outside the room.
- **19:30** – Guests will be invited to move to the ballroom and take their seats.
- **19:45** – Dinner service begins.
- After dinner, we will hold a short Prizegiving Ceremony, followed by entertainment from the GeoGospelChoir.
- **00:00** – Carriages
Finally, can I say it’s been an absolute privilege to organise this year’s event. It’s my 21st season at Dun Whinny and over the years I’ve attended every dinner/dance and thoroughly enjoyed them all. I thought last year’s was superb and we’re hoping to build on that success this year, so I cannot commend the evening enough to our entire membership. I promise you’ll have a ball!!!!
Mike Cantlay
Vice Captain
Dun Whinny Golf Club