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01763 261393
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Station Road, Melbourn, Royston
Cambridgeshire, SG8 6DX
Always a Warm Welcome
Sheene Mill is a beautiful restaurant and wedding venue located in the village of Melbourn, near Royston (Cambridgeshire / Hertfordshire / Essex border). We are only 10 minutes from Cambridge central and 3 minutes walk from Meldreth Train Station which runs direct links to Central London.
Steeped in history, Sheene Mill is a magnificent 16th Century Mill House set on the River Mel. With outstanding views over the old mill pond and Cambridgeshire countryside, Sheene Mill is an extremely popular Wedding ceremony and reception venue.
Whether you are planning a lavish party for hundreds or an intimate affair for close friends and family, the stunning landscaped gardens, original features throughout and luxurious banqueting rooms provide all the ingredients for your special day.
We are also the perfect host for weddings, parties, birthdays and corporate functions from 10 to 180 guests. Please contact our wedding & events coordinator to arrange your Celebration.
2017 Masquerade Ball
Friday 3rd November 2017 Arrival Drink, Canapes, 3 Course Dinner, Band & Fireworks £65.00 Arrive at 7pm for a 7:30pm sit down. £10 deposit required upon booking. A pre-order is required before the event for your group. We will dispatch our menu to you within due course. Masquerade dress is not essential but is encouraged. For inspiration please visit the following websites: http://www.ebay.co.uk/bhp/masquerade-costumes/ https://uk.pinterest.com/explore/masquerade-outfit/ http://www.superpartymasks.co.uk/ http://www.fancydress.com/costumes/Masks/5~240~77~1~0~60~12!31~~?/ Minimum group size of 2 people. Please note that our tables are for a minimum of 10 people so groups of 8 or less should expect to sit with others. [ We are conjuring up the final details of this event… MENU to Follow ]
Food Lovers Friday
Treat yourselves to our bespoke, luxury tasting menu, complimented by a bottle of Champagne and handmade chocolates to enjoy after dinner, an overnight stay in one of our beautiful, superior rooms, followed by breakfast in bed the following morning... £275
£4995 Fully Exclusive Wedding for 70 Guests
Fully Exclusive Venue 12pm – Midnight, Minimum of 70 day guests, Indoor or Outdoor Ceremony use included, 2 Course Wedding Breakfast per guest, 1 Glass of Prosecco on Arrival per guest, 1/3 Bottle of House Wine Per guest [READ MORE]
Reception opening times
Monday
7:30-22:00
Tuesday
7:30-22:00
Wednesday
7:30-22:00
Thursday
7:30-22:00
Friday
7:30-22:00
Saturday
8:00-22:00
Sunday
8:00-19:00
Restaurant opening times
Monday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Tuesday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Wednesday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Thursday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Friday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Saturday
12:00-15:00 & 18:30-21:30
Sunday
12:00-15:00
10 questions to ask at viewings
When you are ready to begin the hunt for the perfect Wedding venue it can all be a little daunting and overwhelming so it helps to know what to ask and what to look for. Make a note ahead of time of anything key you know you definitely want and be sure to go with a pad and pen. Question 1… What are the maximum number of guests allowed for the day and evening? Do any of the rooms / areas have restrictions on numbers? You may think you want a small Wedding Breakfast of 30 guests in their beautiful Conservatory but if you numbers increase to 45, does this mean there are too many for your preferred room and if so where will the meal take place – is it a good idea to find out all of this information before you get too far into the planning. Question 2… What are the options for getting married at the venue and where are the licensed areas? If you know you would prefer a Civil Ceremony over a Church Wedding then find out where the venue is licensed to hold the Ceremony. Can you get married outside? What happens if […]
Cheese wedding cake
Cheese wedding cakes – or celebration cakes – have really taken off over the last couple of years. People choose them because they want something a bit different, because they aren’t wild about fruit cake … or because they just love cheese and want to get some visual value out of the cheese course. Decorate a cheese cake well and it’ll be stunning, the centre of attention. Please speak to us regarding your requirements. The Chefs at The Sheene Mill can create a Cheese Wedding Cake of any size and taste to suit your wedding.
Tasting Menus
We have recently introduced tasting menus to our culinary offerings at Sheene Mill. Chef Lee Scott believes that best way to fully enjoy everything the Sheene Mill has to offer is with a little taster of our favourite dishes. Prepared by our award winning team of Chef’s you will be impressed at the level of skill on show. We will be offering tasting menus every evening (accept Sunday’s and event days). We strongly recommend that you book in advance on 01763 261393. We look forward to seeing you very soon! Tasting Menu by Lee Scott July 2016 (To be taken by the entire table) Canapés ∞ Beetroot, goat’s cheese, fresh apple, walnuts ∞ Parfait, cherries, granola ∞ Cornish plaice, brioche, burnt leeks, asparagus, onions ∞ Moroccan lamb, apricot, pastilla, dates, yoghurt Or Pork loin, belly, penny bun, artichokes ∞ Pre – Dessert ∞ Strawberries & Cream ∞ Petit Fours ∞ Cheese (Optional Course – £6.00 supplement) £55 per person Please be aware that vegetarian options are available on request
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Standard Double Room
Double Room with a view From £100* Every year thousands of people visit Cambridge alone for both business and leisure purposes. At Sheene Mill we recognise that single travellers also enjoy a luxurious place to stay, and our double rooms aim to deliver this. We are one of the best boutique hotels Cambridgeshire has to offer […]
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Compact Double
Compact Double Room From £95* Every year thousands of people visit Cambridge alone for both business and leisure purposes. At Sheene Mill we recognise that single travellers also enjoy a luxurious place to stay, and our Compact Double rooms aim to deliver this. We are one of the best boutique hotels Cambridgeshire has to offer and […]
What's on at Sheene Mill
2017 Masquerade Ball
Friday 3rd November 2017 Arrival Drink, Canapes, 3 Course Dinner, Band & Fireworks £65.00 Arrive at 7pm for a 7:30pm sit down. £10 deposit required upon booking. A pre-order is required before the event for your group. We will dispatch our menu to you within due course. Masquerade dress is not essential but is encouraged. For inspiration please visit the following websites: http://www.ebay.co.uk/bhp/masquerade-costumes/ https://uk.pinterest.com/explore/masquerade-outfit/ http://www.superpartymasks.co.uk/ http://www.fancydress.com/costumes/Masks/5~240~77~1~0~60~12!31~~?/ Minimum group size of 2 people. Please note that our tables are for a minimum of 10 people so groups of 8 or less should expect to sit with others. [ We are conjuring up the final details of this event… MENU to Follow ]
2017 Summer Ball
Friday 14th July 2017 Arrival Drink, Canapes, 3 Course Dinner & Live Band £58.00 Arrive at 7pm for a 7:30pm sit down. £10 deposit required upon booking. A pre-order is required before the event for your group. We will dispatch our menu to you within due course. Dress to impress. Minimum group size of 2 people. Please note that our tables are for a minimum of 10 people so groups of 8 or less should expect to sit with others. [ Click here to view the MENU for the evening ]
Discussions on our Blog...
Favour ideas galore
Favours are your way of saying a specials thanks to all of your guests who have traveled to enjoy your wedding. You may choose to get personalised gifts, him and hers, edible… the list goes on. There are thousands of websites where you can get great ideas for your weddings favours… here is a list of our favourites. Ready Made Organza Bag With 5 Swiss Chocolate Rounds & Decoration. Choose your colours. Miniature Gold Chair Favour Box with Heart Charm and Ribbon Medium Gold Organza Bags with Ribbon Tie – 12 x 9 cm approx Natural Sandalwood Fan Favours Pack Of Five Message Beanstalk Seeds Personalised Mp3 Player Personalised Wedding Day Key Ring Set Silver Plated ‘Spread The Love’ Butter Knife Personalised Wedding Coffee Stencil Slate Heart Place Markers Wedding Party Pocket Perfume Personalised Wedding Favour Jam Jar
Schedule for the Day
Sheene Mill are extremely flexible around your needs and requirements and have put together this schedule as an example of how we find the best days run for both you and your guests. We want to ensure that you have enough time to enjoy your day and do not feel pressured or rushed at any stage throughout the day. Speak to your wedding coordinator and they will be able to guide you through the whole process. The most important thing to remember is that THIS IS YOUR DAY! 14:15 – Arrival of guests 14:45 – Guests seated ready 15:00 – Ceremony 15:30 – Reception Drinks & Canapes 16:00 – Photo Opportunities 17:00 – Wedding Breakfast & Speeches 19:00 – Evening Guest Arrival 20:00 – First Dance & Cake Cutting 00:00 – Carriages Await 14:15 – Arrival of guests You don’t want your guests to arrive too early but you want to allow enough time in case there is any unexpected traffic. You may wish to request your guests to arrive even earlier if you plan to arrive by wedding car so that your guests don’t see the bride before the ceremony. The venue will always assist guests who are late and attempt […]
Wine tasting & selection
1) How much wine do you need for your wedding reception? You can estimate pouring around 5 glasses of wine per bottle and 6 glasses for Champagne poured into flutes. As a rough guide, assume each guest will consume about half a bottle of wine (then add a little for a safety margin). It’s better to have too much rather than too little. 2) How to choose wines to fit with the Season and time of day Warming, fuller-bodied wines are perfect for Winter Weddings (Full-bodied Chardonnays, oak matured Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon). Summer Weddings call for lighter, more refreshing wine styles (Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chablis or Rosé and Pinot Noir or a Spanish Garnacha). If your Wedding ‘Breakfast’ is at lunchtime, then people often prefer wines that are lighter in style – anything too alcoholic and you’ll find half of the room nodding off in the afternoon. 3) How to choose a wine for the toast It’s customary to serve sparkling wine for the toast. Many couples choose Champagne, but there are loads of other superb sparkling wines that you may prefer. For a lighter alternative, try Prosecco from Italy. 4) How to pair your wines with food […]
Proposal Ideas
It’s approaching that special day… Valentine’s Day. We thought that we would put together 50 strange and wonderful proposal ideas for those people who like to do things a little differently. Enjoy… 1. Choose a favourite place—whether it’s a fountain, hotel rooftop, monument or national park—that has personal significance to the two of you. Once you’re there, ask someone nearby to take a picture of you together, and instead of posing, drop down on one knee. 2. Have a choir, brass band or drum line show up for a surprise performance of your fiance-to-be’s favourite love song in a park or public location for your proposal. For a really personal touch, ask the performers if they can incorporate your fiance’s name into the lyrics. 3. Get in touch with the stage manager of your favourite production and propose after the cast’s curtain call. Call ahead and see if you can have a special note or ad placement added into the playbill, so you have a keepsake of the proposal. 4. Arrange a surprise proposal with a street caricaturist. Have the caricaturist sketch a picture of you two with word bubbles that say, “Will you marry me?” and “Yes!” 5. Ask […]