The Crown Hotel at Bawtry

Love is in the air for Valentines at The Crown Hotel Bawtry!!!

2012-01-20T06:34:00.000-08:00

The perfect place to be for romance.....The Crown Hotel in Bawtry!

Call us now on 01302 710341 to book a table in our fantastic restaurant - our menu is heaven....check it out!!

http://www.crownhotel-bawtry.com/Restaurant/Restaurant%20menu%20aug%202011.pdf

For an extra romantic idea - choose one of our sharing platters for dessert - Chocolate Toffee Fondue with fresh berries, fruit, marsh mellows and shortbread biscuits or try the Crown platter with a berry trifle, sticky toffee pudding, chocolate brownie, vanilla pod ice cream and a mini custard jug - PERFECT FOR SHARING!!!!!

Make a night of it!!!! Stay over and relax in one of our fantastic bedrooms with a good old full Yorkshire breakfast the following day! Why not upgrade to our Pure Indulgence package and have a chilled bottle of pink Champagne, chocolates and flowers in the room on arrival!

Call us now 01302 710341 or email events@crownhotel-bawtry.com

Madness at Doncaster Racecourse!!!

2012-01-10T04:31:00.000-08:00

Doncaster Racecourse has confirmed that legendary band Madness, led by iconic front man Suggs, will play at its Town Moor course on Saturday, June 30, as part of the Construction Index live music night, with the live concert after racing.

And tickets for the sure to be a sell-out event are now on sale via the racecourse’s website.

Known globally for their twenty-one top-twenty singles over seven years in the late seventies and eighties, including ‘One Step Beyond’, ‘It Must Be Love’, ‘House of Fun’, ‘Baggy Trousers’, ‘My Girl’ and ‘Our House’, the band’s sound developed from their early Ska roots and has set the tone for over three decades of complete Madness.

And it’s not the first time the boys from Camden Town have mixed it up in Doncaster. After the redevelopment at the course the band were the first live act to play there, wowing a packed house which they are set to do once again.

Mark Spincer, managing director of Doncaster Racecourse, said: “It’s fantastic to have signed Madness for our Live Music Night Race Meeting in June and I am delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale.

“The band always put on and incredible show, it’s amazing to see the crowd, young and old, dancing to classic Madness tracks, I’m sure they will be absolutely electrifying to watch live. With a packed evening of top class horse racing beforehand it’s going to be a great event for people to come and enjoy.”

Madness stated: "We're over the moon to be returning to Doncaster Racecourse. Our last gig at Doncaster Racecourse was in 2008 and we remember the massive crowd fondly. Four years on, we hear the people of Yorkshire want us back. We're working on our 10th studio album at the moment, which will be out later this year - so the Doncaster Racecourse crowd can expect all the favourites plus some new stuff too!"

For more information on Doncaster Racecourse or to buy tickets go to www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk or call 01302 304200.

Grove and Rufford Hunt @ The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-12-27T05:46:00.000-08:00

Crowds thought to be in excess of 1,000 flocked to see the Grove & Rufford depart from the Crown Hotel in the centre of the historic Nottinghamshire market town of Bawtry on Boxing Day, and we were there to capture the occasion on camera.

Around 75 riders were greeted by enthusiastic applause as the Hunt made its way along the main street at the sound of Huntsman Paul Larby's horn, shortly after 11am.

It was the first time in decades that the Crown Hotel had hosted the local Hunt. Managing Director Craig Dowie, whose daughter Antonia was among those mounted, told EMR: "It's been a genuine pleasure to host such a fantastic occasion. The atmosphere has been amazing."

The Hunt made its way to nearby Scaftworth where they were greeted by Morris Dancers outside the King William pub before heading out into the country.

Getting into the festive spirit was this youngster Lucy Baguley, left, of Retford. Her pony Lady was also dressed up as a hound!

Crown Hotel Bawtry scoops 2 Awards at Doncaster Chamber 2011

2011-12-20T02:56:00.001-08:00

Pictured Above: (Right to left) Look North presenter Harry Gration, Craig Dowie Crown Hotel Director, Katey Dent Sales Manager and Judge Jon Whitely who is the Chairman of Enterprising Doncaster.

The four Crown hotel in Bawtry is celebrating after double success at this years Doncaster Chamber Awards!

The prestigious awards were held at Doncaster Racecourse and hosted by the Look North presenter Harry Gration.

The hotel scooped the Marketing Strategy Award for their 5 Brides 1 Wedding campaign which not only gave away a wedding worth £25,000 but also raised £64,000 for the local Cash for Kids Charity which will benefit children across South Yorkshire and North Notts.

The hotel also picked up their second award for Performance through Partnership which celebrated the hotels links and local relationships with the equine sector.

Craig Dowie Hotel Director commented “I am absolutely thrilled to pick up both of these awards and this is proof of our hard work over the past year! We have a great team at the hotel and we have continued to invest in property during the year not only refurbishing our bar and restaurant, but also adding a further 8 Executive bedrooms to our portfolio”.

Katey Dent Sales manager for the hotel added “We all had a great night celebrating but it was back to work for everyone the next day – it is Christmas after all and is one of our busiest times! Our customers always come first!”

Eastside Magazine Champagne tasting night night at The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-11-18T03:51:00.000-08:00

Eastside Champagne tasting was a totally brilliant girlie night last night!!! Thanks to the amazing Jane and Nicole from Elements Medispa, PR guru Emma Gosling and the fab ladies from the WI for coming along!!!
So which were the best and worst???
The winner was Charmant Rose Premier Cru from the Champagne Warehouse closely followed by Aldi Veuve Monsigny Brut which is only £12.99!!!!! Bargin!!
The worst of 9 bottles was Tesco Finest Premier Cru - very gassy and fake!!!
There are a few sore heads in Bawtry today!! Thanks girlies!!

Lovely Dom hits Bawtry!!

2011-11-18T03:16:00.000-08:00

It was great to see the lovely Dom Littlewood staying at The Crown Hotel last night!!

Dom is a fantastic TV presenter and currently works on Cowboy Builders and The One Show and has also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing.

Dom happily chatted with guests but was filning in the area so was also working hard!

See you again soon Dom!

Win Meet and Greet tickets with X Factor Paije, 2 tickets to Doncaster Racecourse Halloween Event and a Stay @ The Crown Hotel Bawtry!!!!

2011-10-27T02:49:00.000-07:00

Partners The Crown Hotel Bawtry and Doncaster Racecourse have teamed up to offer you the chance to win a FANTASTIC Halloween prize!!!

Not only will you win 2 tickets to THE place to be this Halloween at Doncaster Racecourses Spook-tactular Halloween thriller event on Saturday 29th October, but you will also win the opportunity to meet and greet X factor Finalist Paije Richardson!!!!

http://www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk/what-s-on/spook-tacular-halloween-thriller-saturday-29-october-2011.html

Buts that’s not all folks!! You will also win a night’s stay for 2 people at Doncaster Racecourses Preferred partner hotel The Crown for 2 people in a twin room with full Yorkshire breakfast the following day!!

www.crownhotel-bawtry.com.

To win this prize – simply follow us on Twitter @crownbawtry and message us with ‘Paije’ followed by your name and contact email or phone number.

Competition closed at 12 noon on 28th October and the winner will be selected at random and contacted by The Crown Hotel with details for the prize.

Please note one of the 2 people attending MUST be over 18 years of age.

Please note this prize cannot be used on a different date or redeemed for any other prize or cash.

Crown Hotel Bawtry are finalists for the Doncaster Chamber Awards 2011!!!!

2011-10-19T04:39:00.000-07:00

2011 DONCASTER CHAMBER BUSINESS AWARDS sponsored by MODE Magazine
FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

Doncaster Chamber is proud to announce the Finalists of Doncaster’s most prestigious business event....the Doncaster Chamber Business Awards, sponsored by MODE Magazine.

A number of the town’s most inspiring businesses and entrepreneurial individuals have been recognised for their contribution to the Doncaster economy and local business community.

Bawtry Retail Association
Location: Throughout Bawtry
Website: www.visitbawtry.com

Bawtry Retail Association was formed early in 2011 to provide a forum and collective approach to promoting business within the prosperous market town of Bawtry. They provide representation for all businesses including retail, professional and social.
An executive board has been established consisting of Bawtry business owners and working groups, to deal with specific events and initiatives.
It is a not-for-profit organisation which has the mutual benefits of Bawtry and the wider business and social community at its core.
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Be More Social
Location: Bawtry
Employees: 2
Website: www.bemoresocial.co.uk

Be More Social aims to help small to medium sized businesses harness the power of social media. Giving them every tool, trick and confidence to professionally market their business for less than £1 per day.
They offer a full agency service providing customers with all they need to market their business professionally. They can support all businesses, however they have specifically created applications and guides to cater for businesses in the following sectors; beauty, fast food, restaurants, cafes, bars and home improvements.
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Coco Ice
Location: Bawtry
Employees: 5
Website: www.cocoice.co.uk

Coco Ice Cocktail Bar is a small, niche venue bar which provides a unique drinking experience in the stylish market town of Bawtry. They pride themselves on being a bar which is renowned not only for its unusual offering within the town, but also the professional and friendly service that they ensure all their customers enjoy.
In addition to the core bar business, they also provide additional events which holistically merge with their overall vision and portfolio. Currently, these include salsa evenings and jazz events.
Father and daughter, John and Sophie Walsh, opened their doors for business just over one year ago.
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Crown Hotel
Location: Bawtry
Employees: 70
Website: www.crownhotel-bawtry.com

The Crown Hotel is situated in the affluent market town of Bawtry, and is a seventy six bedroom hotel, as well as a first class restaurant, bar, corporate, wedding and social celebration venue. Privately owned, it provides a focal point to the social portfolio of Bawtry, and supports several blue chip businesses as their preferred venue for corporate hospitality.
It attracts a corporate, commercial and social clientele from a variety of backgrounds, all of who select The Crown Hotel for its excellent customer service and friendly, professional approach to managing and maintaining a successful business.
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Donbac Limited
Location: Ten Pound Walk, Doncaster
Employees: 6
Website: www.donbac.co.uk

Established in 1985, as one of the first enterprise agencies and loan fund in the region, Donbac has made a substantial impact into the Doncaster economy providing pre and post investment advice and funding for start-up and existing businesses unable to access funding from mainstream banks. Since 2010 alone, local businesses have received circa £3million of unsecured loans, providing over 700 jobs. Donbac, this year has secured an additional £2million for loans up to £25k available for local businesses.
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Doncaster Culture and Leisure Trust
Location: Bawtry Road, Doncaster
Employees: 125
Website: www.dclt.co.uk

Doncaster Culture and Leisure Trust delivers leisure provision across twelve venues in the town. The Trust offers a diverse range of health, fitness, leisure and entertainment activities with the aim of achieving healthier communities in Doncaster.

Activities and facilities across the venues range from a seven pool water experience, 18 hole golf course, split level ice rink, 9 gyms, outdoor water sports, first class conference facilities and full programme of events. The Trust works with local, regional and national partners to engage the local community to provide grassroots support and nurture local talent across Doncaster.
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Doncaster Racecourse and Exhibition Centre
Location: Leger Way, Doncaster
Employees: 60
Website: www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk

Doncaster Racecourse and Exhibition Centre is known primarily as one the UK’s most prestigious horse racing venues, they are extremely proud of the position they hold within the industry and the national and international profile it attracts, in particular around the annual St. Leger Racing Festival.

As well as attracting racegoers from across the country, they also host high profile music concerts with chart topping artists and bands. Their reputation as one of Yorkshire’s most impressive conference and exhibition venues has grown considerably since 2010, hosting everything from national and international corporate events to the Tattoo Convention.
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Fern Creative Media Ltd
Location: Conisbrough
Employees: 5
Website: www.ferncreative.com

Fern Creative is a digital media communications company specialising in video production and web streaming. It provides a script-to-screen service including design, scriptwriting, and production facilities. Customers come from four sectors, business, education, retail and entertainment. Their products fall into five categories which consist of; business television, multimedia distribution via the internet, learning materials for schools and colleges, nostalgia programmes for the retail market, and facilities management for exhibitions conferences and special events.
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The Firefly Cancer Awareness and Support
Location: Barnby Dun, Doncaster
Employees: 2

Firefly Cancer Awareness and Support is a Doncaster-based charity, supporting local cancer patients and their families, raising cancer awareness within the community, particularly targeting hard-to-reach groups such as men and young people.

Their mission is to provide the Firefly Express, using volunteer drivers, providing free transport for cancer patients and their families accessing regional treatment centres, easing the financial, psychological and physical stress of getting there. Firefly is about life, living it to the full and enjoying every second, whilst raising awareness, meeting new friends and the bringing together of communities, their culture and their arts.
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Force 10 Property Management Ltd
Location: Bentley, Doncaster
Employees: 3
Website: www.force10property.co.uk

Force 10 Property Management is a letting and property management company, operating on the residential and commercial property market across Yorkshire.
The business was established in 2008 in Doncaster with a bold aim to cover South Yorkshire initially and then to expand further throughout Yorkshire and North of England. Currently the business manages properties situated from Newark up to Durham, however most properties are located in and around Doncaster.
Force 10 Property Management is licensed by The National Approved Letting Scheme - and it provides an excellent service throughout – to both landlords and tenants alike.
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Highfield
Location: Sidings Court, Doncaster
Employees: 40
Website: www.highfield.co.uk

Highfield is a one-stop-shop for compliance training, training materials and qualification certification. Their service includes: traditional training, a blended e-learning and an interactive DVD training package for group learning. They also offer books and PowerPoints and other training materials.

Highfield is Doncaster’s first and only Awarding Organisation recognised by the Government and Regulatory Authorities to award accredited compliance qualifications.
Highfield's main market is the hospitality industry; however, they have customers in all sectors. Their 15,000 customers include; Marks and Spencer, McDonalds, Nestle, Cadbury, Heinz, Bupa, John Lewis, Debenhams, Thomas Cook and Morrisons, as well as numerous public sector organisations.
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i-education Ltd
Location : Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster
Employees: 8
Website: www.i-ed.co.uk

i-education make really cool elearning. Their mission is ‘inspiring performance - giving everyone the opportunity to be the best they can be.’
Their product range includes; I am learning (IAL):, a web-based homework and revision system for primary and secondary schools. Proven to raise results, IAL is used by over 400,000 students worldwide and IAL Home Edition, a reengineered version of the schools system for home educating families. i-education also develops bespoke online applications for B2B clients, and more recently have established DHUB, an incubator unit for creative and digital businesses in Doncaster.
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Monochrome Business Solutions LLP
Location: Hatfield, Doncaster
Employees: 2
Website: www.inativ.co.uk

Monochrome Business Solutions has developed the training brand INATIV, which is a unique concept aimed at drivers of passenger vehicles. INATIV product range includes a full suite of courses, built around an EU legislative requirement that drivers of passenger vehicles over 9 seats and goods vehicles over 3½ tonnes need in order to gain their Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC), to continue driving professionally after 2013/2014.
The brand was developed to best practice standards in every aspect of the operating model, and is now recognised by its UK accreditation body as the National Centre of Excellence.
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One Call Insurance
Location: Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster
Employees: 200
Website: www.onecalldirect.co.uk

One Call Insurance has grown rapidly from a small locally run insurance broker into a national organisation offering personal lines products (motor, home, pet, travel, motorbike and life) commercial insurance products (through sister company O.C. Commercial) and mortgage, life insurance and pensions. Based in Doncaster, the business has grown organically, without any outside investment to become one of the Top 25 Brokers in the UK (Insurance Age 2010).
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Shaw Building Solutions Ltd
Location: White Rose Way, Doncaster
Employees: 5
Website: www.tatewebsite.freeiz.com

Shaw Building Solutions has eight businesses within the construction industry to form a one-stop-shop for schools and hospitals. Existing clients include; Leeds City Council, Interserve FM Ltd, Kier Building Maintenance, Lovell Plc, and Morrison Plc.

They provide a full design service from 'inception to completion' and aim to be the best value service and to be the customers preferred choice.
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Shore Stewart Limited
Location: South Parade, Doncaster
Employees: 2
Website: www.shorestewart.co.uk

Shore Stewart Limited is a niche law firm operating in the legal services sector, providing advice and support. They act mainly for the SME business market in Employment Law and Commercial Litigation, but also represent individuals.
The business was formed by Directors, Kate Stewart and Michelle Shore, in February 2011 with the intention of using the knowledge of the sector and of the market to create a law firm that is demonstrably different from the competition and delivers total customer satisfaction
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St Leger Homes of Doncaster Ltd
Location: Throughout Doncaster
Employees: 750
Website: www.stlegerhomes.co.uk

St. Leger Homes of Doncaster is an Arms Length Management Organisation, a not-for-profit organisation registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee, wholly owned by DMBC.
Responsible for providing a full range of responsive, customer-led management services for Doncaster Council’s tenants and leaseholders, and for delivering a multi-million pound home improvement scheme (Decent Homes Programme).
Their portfolio includes around 21,000 properties, shopping parades, garage sites and open-plan land.
Annually they handle approximately 400,000 financial transactions, 18,000 gas appliance services, and 180,000 calls through their Repairs Contact Centre.
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St Mary’s Day Nursery
Location: Bawtry Road, Bessacarr, Doncaster
Employees: 28
Website: www.bessacarrnursery.co.uk

St Mary’s Day Nursery provides quality childcare for children from birth to 5 years and a holiday club for children up to 10 years. It is Ofsted registered for a capacity of 95 children. The nursery was opened by husband and wife Jonathon and Donna Woodhead in January 2010 on Bawtry Road, Bessacarr, at the derelict site of the old St Mary’s School. From a standing start, in the middle of a recession, into what is already an established market, the nursery has created jobs for more than 25 people and currently provides care for more than 145 families each week.
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Trinity Recruitment Group
Location: Bawtry Road, Doncaster
Employees: 9
Website: www.trinityrecruitmentgroup.co.uk

Trinity Recruitment Group is a leading multi-disciplined group of recruitment specialists with offices in Doncaster and Sheffield. They are not a generalist recruitment agency but a group of specialised recruitment businesses operating under the umbrella and management of the Trinity Recruitment Group.
Their three specialist divisions include, Trinity Consulting (Finance, Accounting, HR and Executive), Trinity Resourcing (Sales and Marketing, Office Support, IT, Supply Chain), and Trinity Engineering (Engineering, Production and Design)
Drawing on their 30 years of recruitment experience, they provide strategic staffing solutions and career enhancing opportunities at all levels throughout the UK across multiple sectors.
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Location: Branton, Doncaster
Employees: 90
Website: www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com

Yorkshire Wildlife Park was launched in 2009 as a unique concept, a walkthrough Safari Park and dynamic conservation centre. Visitors explore the world of animals, play and other facilities make this a great family day out. Key markets are families, groups, schools - zoos are the most socially inclusive of all leisure attractions. Extra opportunities are available too, including: VIP experiences, animal adoptions and annual passes.

CROWN RIDER WRIGHT WINS HIGH PROFILE PRIZE

2011-10-19T01:02:00.000-07:00

Crown Hotel, Bawtry-sponsored event rider Mathew Wright stole the limelight at the Horse of the Year Show by winning the valuable Express Eventing Final in front of a packed arena at Birmingham’s NEC.

Riding If You Want II, Retford based Matthew jumped his way to victory in an exciting, down-to-the wire finish to scoop the £12,500 prize and set the seal on a season that has brought him over 20 other eventing successes.

Sixteen of some of eventing’s most well-known names, including former Badminton and Burghley winner Oliver Townend, Australian eventer Sam Griffiths and Chinese Olympian Alex Hua Tian, battled it out for a share of the £40,000 Express Eventing Final prize pot.

But Matthew, who teamed up with Bawtry’s popular four-star hotel in the summer, supplemented his three wins in this season’s Express Eventing Qualifiers.

A delighted Mathew said: “The plan was to take all four qualifiers and the final, but the Festival of British Eventing qualifier just slipped away from me to Sam Griffiths. I’m truly delighted to have won here today, and the win is a huge credit to the whole team who’ve got the horse and myself ready. This is a great new concept for equestrian sport.”

Chinese Olympic eventer Alex Hua Tian was the runner up with Grafenstolz. The combination finished just 0.30 of a penalty point behind Matthew, and with Harry Meade in third.

The Express Eventing 2011 Final, following the format of the Qualifiers, consisted of three arena-based disciplines: freestyle ‘dressage to music’, cross country and showjumping. The riders at the Final were the very best of those who competed at the four Qualifiers held around the country.

The Express Eventing Series 2011 has had a total prize pot of £100,000 with approximately £15,000 being allocated to each Qualifier and £40,000 to the Express Eventing Final at Horse of the Year Show.

 Final results:

1st Matthew Wright If You Want II 18.51pens 2nd Alex Hua Tian Grafenstolz 18.81pens 3rd Harry Meade Tinka’s Time 22.38pens 4th Fiona Hobby Roma M.L 26.57pens 5th Sam Griffiths Real Dancer 32.45pens 6th Oliver Townend Brigadier 33.01pens 7th Paul Sims French Polish 36.19pens 8th William Murray Carlingford Shiver 36.54pens.

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Photo: Left to right - Matthew Wright, Craig Dowie Crown Hotel Director and Simon Mapletoft At The Races Presenter and Racing PR advisor for the Crown.

TOP TWO-YEAR-OLDS ADVERTISE THEIR CLASSIC CREDENTIALS IN THE RACING POST TROPHY ON SATURDAY AT DONCASTER

2011-10-17T04:26:00.000-07:00

Britain’s final Group 1 race of 2011, The Racing Post Trophy for leading two-year-olds, is the principal race at Doncaster on Saturday (October 22) – the second leg of the two-day October Meeting on Town Moor. Racing on both days is scheduled to begin at 2-00 p.m.

First held 50 years ago in 1961, when known as The Timeform Gold Cup, The Racing Post Trophy over the straight mile boasts a fine pedigree, with Authorized, Motivator and High Chaparral all winning this race as juveniles in the last decade before going on to Derby glory at Epsom the following year. Also, the 2002 winner, Brian Boru returned to Doncaster to land the next year’s St. Leger. Saturday’s renewal continues to offer prize money of £200,000.

The powerful racing operations, such as Ballydoyle and Godolphin are sure to be represented in The Racing Post Trophy, as they seek to introduce a possible star in the making for next year’s big races, including the Classics.

Saturday’s seven-race programme also features a Listed race for two-year-old sprinters over six furlongs and a valuable sprint handicap contest over five furlongs, both held under the Racing Post banner. The Racing & Football Outlook Conditions Stakes (seven furlongs), The Jack Nolan 10th Anniversay Nursery Handicap Stakes (for two-year-olds) and a Handicap contest over one mile and a half supported by the Crown Hotel, Bawtry are also part of Saturday’s card.

The concluding race on Saturday is the Final of the UK’s ‘Hands & Heels’ Apprentice Series – a Handicap contest over seven furlongs contested by three-year-olds and supported by The Universal Recycling Company, based near Rotherham. This is the culmination of twelve races throughout the country, under The Racing Excellence Initiative, which began in May, to encourage young riders not to resort to the whip. Going into Saturday’s Final, Lucy Barry has an almost unassailable lead, after winning four races in the Series.

There are also seven races on Friday, starting with a contest for maiden two-year-olds, The EBF Mercedes-Benz of Doncaster Fleet Stakes, while other races for juveniles on the opening day are The EBF Spiffing Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer Maiden Fillies’ Stakes and The Earl Of Doncaster Hotel Nursery Handicap Stakes. Also featured on Friday are The Bentley’s Gentleman’s Club Doncaster Handicap Stakes (extended mile and a quarter), while The Racing Post put their name to a couple of competitive Handicap races – one for sprinters over six furlongs and the other over the straight mile.

In addition, the final 24 candidates in this year’s Racing Post/SIS Betting Shop Manager of the Year will be at the races on Friday; this is marked by The Racing Post/SIS Betting Shop Manager of the Year Handicap Stakes over the St. Leger distance of one mile, six furlongs and 132 yards. The overall winner will be announced in London next month and will receive a VIP trip to next year’s Dubai World Cup

Amy Childs in Bawtry! Shut Up!!

2011-10-11T05:41:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above : Amy Childs left with Hotel receptionist Zoe Pask

Celebrity style came back into Bawtry this week with the ultimate Essex girl Amy Childs staying at the Crown Hotel in Bawtry!

Model and beautician Amy became shot to fame in 2010 in the first series of The Only Way is Essex, where she made the Vajazzle famous to the world!

Since leaving the show, Amy has signed with Can Associates Management Agency run by Claire Powell whose celebrity list includes Katie Price and Peter Andre – all of who have stayed at the Crown hotel too.

Katey Dent Hotel Sales Manager said “Amy and Claire were both so lovely and loved the hotel! They were in the area filming and so worked hard all day but came and chilled out back in the hotel bar and restaurant at night.”

Amy was voted Personality of the Year in July 2011 at the National Reality TV Awards and Amy also presents a fashion section on ITV’s This Morning.

Katey added “Amy is a genuinely sweet and lovely person, and follows a long list of celebrities to have stayed with us recently including Boyzone, McFly, Dizzee Rascal and Kasabian.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Wow guests at Restaurant Open Evening Launch!!

2011-09-28T01:38:00.000-07:00

Wow – a word that truly sums up our experience at the Crown Hotel's restaurant open evening. Not only were we treated like Kings and Queens but were fed like ones too. Having been greeted by both Craig and Katey, we were welcomed into their rustic, recently renovated restaurant where we enjoyed three courses of exceptional food.

The restaurant itself has been decorated to create a warm, relaxing environment in which you can recline in leather booths and chat amongst the rustic, modern setting. As soon as we were at our table we were made to feel at home, and this relaxation is key in the enjoyment of the food.

What really grabbed us when choosing our meal is the wide variety; without there being too much choice so you don't even know where to start. Starters consist of sharing platters from different cultural cuisines, including Mediterranean and Asian, whilst single starters include something for everyone from bowls of Olives to a small portion of some of the main meals, e.g. Chicken Caesar Salad.

After some deliberation I chose Baked Camembert with rustic breads followed by the Chicken Breast with Pancetta and Bubble & Squeak and my partner the Duck Spring Rolls followed by Venison Haunch. Our appetites well and truly whetted we were keen to get started, and when our starters arrived we were not disappointed! My Camembert was melted to perfection and the infusion of rosemary and garlic really gave it the edge, whilst the duck spring rolls made such an impression on my partner, I've heard about them every day since!

Moving onto the mains our plates of food were incredibly well presented and the Mediterranean vegetables we ordered to go with them were cooked to perfection. Both the chicken breast and venison were incredibly tender and the mash (bubble and squeak with the chicken, root vegetable with the venison) entirely complimented the dish.

Finally, it wouldn't have been complete without a pudding and ordering the Chocolate Brownie and Caramel Bramley Apple Cheesecake we had just enough room left to enjoy these little delights. The brownie was served with white chocolate ice cream and the cheesecake with toffee chunk ice cream, we were in pudding heaven!

Needless to say we did roll home that night, but with a stuffed, satisfied feeling that neither of us have enjoyed for quite some time. Far too often you enjoy a meal that is OK, but you're not still talking about it the week after, and we're certainly still talking about the delights of The Crown. We were blown away, and not just because of the food but the warm atmosphere and staff.

It was clear that the staff were incredibly proud of the new restaurant and were keen to hear what our thoughts on each dish were – and obviously they weren't disappointed. Speaking to the chef we discussed the fact that some had commented the portions slightly too big, with us disagreeing wholeheartedly as both of us had cleaned our plates entirely (not quite sure what this says about us!) As we said they were 'Yorkshire Sized Portions' and the Yorkshire roots is something they have also captured, using local produce as their ingredients.

If you're wanting to go somewhere extra-special for that special occasion, or just fancy a bite to eat one weekend, I can only recommend The Crown. Un-rushed and in a relaxing environment, lie back in the leather couch, admire the modern art and glass lights and enjoy food that really is second-to-none.

A big thank you to all at The Crown and congratulations on creating a food experience that will be remembered for many months to come.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Restaurant Re-vamp!!

2011-09-14T04:01:00.000-07:00

The local 4 star Crown hotel in Bawtry is delighted to reveal their latest refurbishment of the hotel’s restaurant!

Hot off the heels of a successful and stylish bar refurbishment earlier in the year, the restaurant has been transformed with new booth seating areas, granite black tables, candles, down lighting and funky glass chandeliers!

The menu has also been re-vamped, retaining crown classics such at the famous mixed grill and steaks whilst introducing new and exciting choices including fabulous new sharing platters which include Mediterranean, Seafood, Asian and American – perfect for sharing with friends for lunch or as a started for dinner. There is also a wide choice of salads, pasta, fish, meat and grills.

Katey Dent Sales Manager commented “We are thrilled with our new restaurant and the new menu which we know customers of old and new will just love! Guests can eat as little or as much as they want – share a few platters with olives and breads, or have a full 3 course meal – all options are there! We also still offer our amazing special on Fridays and d Saturday nights so keep updated with us on twitter @crownbawtry or like us on facebook to see what the specials will be weekly!”

Katey added “The Crown has become the place to be seen, meet friends, entertain clients, celebrate special occasions and relax with someone special. Please call in and have a look!”.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Wedding Open Day!

2011-09-14T03:41:00.000-07:00

There’s only one choice...
the crown hotel bawtry
Before you choose a wedding venue, come along and see how
a wedding should be at our Wedding Open Day
Sunday 25th September 11am to 4pm
We only do one wedding - yours.

Enjoy an arrival drink and canapés Meet and discuss your big day with one of our dedicated wedding coordinators
View our Hogarth suite laid for a wedding breakfast with a Autumn rustic theme
View our wedding menus and chat with our head chef about your ideas
Have a look at our secret garden and also our
Leger suite laid as a civil ceremony
Check out our fantastic bedrooms and executive rooms and also our on site Lux Hair salon
Live music by Alexandra Parker and food available
The crown hotel bawtry
Telephone: 01302 710341
Web: www.crownhotel-bawtry.com
The Crown Hotel, High Street, Bawtry, Doncaster. DN10 6JW
Email: events@crownhotel-bawtry.com

Crowning Glory for up and coming event

2011-09-14T03:18:00.000-07:00

One of the region’s most renowned names in anti-ageing and laser treatments is to hold a special event at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry later this month. An evening with Elements MediSpa will present surgical and non-surgical solutions for the ageing face, and will be held on Wednesday 21st September starting at 7pm.

The event will provide detailed information on all of the non-surgical anti-ageing treatments available on the market today, as well as presenting some of the new cosmetic surgical procedures Elements will be offering in the very near future.

Sandy Green, Nurse Prescriber and owner of Elements MediSpa explains: “It’s a very exciting time for us all at Elements as we welcome our first plastic surgeon to join the Team. Our new surgical premises will be opening within the next month or so, then we will be able to offer cosmetic surgical procedures like the ‘one-stitch face lift’, fat grafting and eye lid surgery to name but a few.”

The new surgical premises will be the third facility in the Elements Portfolio, and joins the Medical Day Spa on Thorne Road near to Doncaster town centre and the recently opened specialist skin clinic in Bawtry.

Every attendee to the event will be welcomed with a glass of bubbly and canapés. Ticket holders will also be eligible for some EXCLUSIVE event offers as well as receiving FREE treatments to the value of £90. The highlight of the evening will be the ‘10 Year’s Younger’ prize draw with treatments totalling almost £5,000 up for grabs! Prize draw tickets on sale now for just £1 each

Sandy Green said: “This event is specially designed to show individuals contemplating some kind of anti-ageing treatment just what is available on the market. With experienced professional on hand, everyone will have the opportunity to ask questions that they may never have dared to in the past”.

“We look forward to welcoming our guests to The Crown Hotel, to share in what promises to be one of the most exciting and informative events were ever put together.”

Tickets for the event cost just £25 and only a limited number are available, to avoid disappointment, interested parties are advised to book early.

For details more details please call 01302 34 34 32 or visit www.elements.org.uk.

Media Contact:

Nicole Craven-Davies -Operations Manager

E. nicole@elements.org.uk

T. 01302 34 34 32

Hotel Sales Manager to be Scouting for Girls at Ladies Day!!

2011-08-05T06:17:00.000-07:00

Crown Hotel Bawtry Sales Manager Katey Dent is delighted to have been asked to join the honored few of being a ‘Fashion Fillie’ at the DFS Ladies Day at Doncaster Racecourse in September.

Katey will join the select few to literally ‘Scout for girls’ to go through to the Best Dressed Lady Competition to be held at the racecourse on 8th September – Ladies Day of the famous Leger week.

Katey commented “I am absolutely thrilled to have been asked to do this! I just love fashion and also the races and so the two combined is going to just brilliant!”

She continued “I will be on the look out for style and sophistication. A lady that is unique in her style and who stands out from the crowd from the first impression. The winner will be picked by judges from our chosen few and the winner of the title of Best Dressed Lady will receive not only the title, but prizes from The Crown hotel, Robinsons of Bawtry, Elements Medispa and Funky Fascinators – to name but a few! What a great prize!”

The winner of Doncaster that day will then go through to the final of Yorkshire’s Best Dressed Lady which takes place straight after the Doncaster competition.

Katey works at the local Crown Hotel in Bawtry who are not only the preferred partner hotel to the Racecourse, but will be sponsoring a race on Ladies Day.

To promote the event, Doncaster Racecourse has also taken on a new initiative giving sound to social media! Steve Adamson, resident social media marketing expert at Doncaster Racecourse says social media is a massive business tool and an opportunity yet to be embraced by many. He added:
“We’ve massively grown the racecourse’s social media presence since last year’s Ladbrokes St. Leger Festival. Twitter specifically has become one of the most efficient ways we can interact with our customers. From a standing start last year, we’re now the fifth most dominant UK racecourse on Twitter. For us, social media is less about marketing and more about talking and listening to our customers. Of course we embrace the more traditional outlets like Facebook, but trying out innovations like Audioboo help us reach new audiences who are ever hungry for different content”

The link for the interview with Katey is http://audioboo.fm/boos/430411-we-get-some-fashion-tips-for-dfs-ladies-day.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Team put feet up after Charity Bike Ride!!

2011-08-03T03:10:00.000-07:00

The five-man team of long distance cyclists from Bawtry’s Crown Hotel have completed their marathon fundraising Coast-to-Coast ride.

Staff members Des White, Codie Thompson, Micky Winter, Adam Hancock and Peter Ward pedalled the gruelling 150 miles of tracks and roads from Whitehaven to Tynemouth in three days to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.

Des, aged 37, form Tickhill, is used to tough tasks as for seven years he served in the Royal Navy as a weapons engineer - but he still found the big ride to be a real test.

He said: “The first day of riding took us the 55 miles from Whitehaven to Penrith and took in some really hilly terrain. It was a hard day during which I damaged the ligaments in my knee.

“It was just a question of keeping going over the massive hills on day two from Penrith to Allenheads during which we climbed 1,900ft over the summit of Hartshead.

“Day three was a long one of 75 miles but it was less hilly and it turned out to be a pleasant ride. I was a little nervous at the start of the ride, as I knew that it was going to be hard going. But I really enjoyed the entire experience and it was a fantastic feeling to have completed the ride.

“We were able to celebrate at the finish in Tynemouth by tucking into fish and chips.”

It was Bawtry man Micky Winter’s third fundraising Coat 2 Coast ride - and he is already planning next year’s expedition to Vietnam.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Staff to Cycle 155 miles for Cancer Research UK

2011-07-14T04:44:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above from The Crown hotel (Top left to right) Mickey Ward, Adam Hancock, Tina Thornton (Lux Hair Salon) and Des White. Bottom left Codie Tomlinson and right Pete Ward.

Staff at the 4 star Crown Hotel in Bawtry have joined forces to raise money for Cancer Research UK by aiming to cycle 140 miles for charity!

From July 21st to 23rd the team will cycle 155 miles from Whitehaven to Tynemouth in the Coast 2 Coast ride.

Des White who organsied the team said “The training has been really hard! We have been up at the crack of dawn most mornings before work and then again sometimes after too! The team spirit has kept us focused and also the fact that we are raising money for such a great cause”.

The team is made up of a variety of staff from the hotel, from the maintenance department to the bar, and they have been sponsored by their employer The Crown hotel and also Lux Hair salon @ The Crown.

Katey Dent Sales Manager at the hotel commented “We wish the guys all the best of luck and if anyone would like to sponsor them or for more information, please contact myself or Des at Crown hotel for more details on 01302 710341.

Lots to gain from operation pain for VIP Donna

2011-07-06T00:49:00.000-07:00

A WOMAN recovering from surgery got just the tonic she needed when she won a £3,000 trip to Bawtry, Doncaster.

Donna Wilson, from Surrey, won the VIP Weekend and brought a friend with her to sample the delights of the market town trying to promote itself as a tourist destination.

First port of call was Robinson’s of Bawtry where they picked £1,000 worth of clothing and accessories.

Said Donna: “I never ever enter competitions but I had an emergency operation to have my gall bladder removed in May so I was signed off work for two weeks.

“My husband and I decided to get away for a few days to Dorset for recuperation.

“I bought a whole load of magazines and papers to read whilst resting and then saw the competition and said to my husband I had to do this competition because of what you can win. After having the operation it’s just what I needed!”

The pair also enjoyed staying at the Crown Hotel, a meal at Caviars resaurant, VIP Entry to Coco Ice cocktail bar, designer sunglasses from Sunglass World, a £400 pampering session at Vanilla Rooms, and a chauffeur driven car to Doncaster races.

Hotel Partnerships Riding High!!

2011-07-01T02:55:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: (Left to Right) Matthew Wright, Crown Hotel Director Craig Dowie and Simon Mapletoft, a Presenter on Sky Sports’ At The Races.
The Crown hotel in Bawtry continues to strengthen its reputation as the areas number one equestrian hotel.
With the expert help of Simon Mapletoft, a presenter of Sky Sports’ At the Races, as a Racing advisor for the hotel, they joined forces with Matthew Wright, a local international Event rider who is hoping to secure a place in the 2012 Olympic Games.
Matthew, 28, based at Lound near Retford, will promote the Crown hotel to the eventing world in an ambassadorial role through word of mouth and also by wearing the hotel’s branding.
Craig Dowie Hotel Director said: “Matthew is such a talented guy, and we are both thrilled and proud to be working with him to join our existing portfolio of equine bonds, including sponsoring female Jockey Kelly Harrison and also our links with Doncaster Racecourse, The Vale of York Polo Club and the Doncaster Bloodstock Sales.”
Matthew’s local stable accommodates around 40 event horses for local and national owners, and Matthew has had a storming 2011 which has propelled him up the world rankings in eventing alongside riders such as Mark Todd, Andrew Nicholson and Ollie Townend.
He has recorded 17 successes already, including two in the high profile Express Eventing Series. He secured a top 20 finish at Badminton this year with Well Spotted, who he aims to compete in the four-star international at Burghley in September.
Craig added: “Matthew can be seen on a regular basis hosting and entertaining in the Crown Hotel’s bar and restaurant, and we look forward to a great working relationship with him.”
Matthew continues to compete in top event in both Britain and Europe in preparation for 2012.

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Racing, Texas and Stay at The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-06-22T01:33:00.000-07:00

Camels and rock band entertain race fans
Published on Tuesday 21 June 2011 07:48

iconic band Texas play live on stage after racing at Doncaster on Saturday evening, while the action on Friday on Town Moor includes camel racing before the main racing on the track.

Racing on Saturday evening is set to begin at 6.10pm. and the programme forms the backdrop to The Heartbeat Appeal, a Yorkshire-based charity dedicated to raising funds to enhance the diagnosis, care, treatment and rehabilitation of heart patients in local hospitals.

The feature races are The Sovereign Health Care Handicap Stakes, The Howard Hughes Memorial Handicap Stakes, The Geoff Clarke Memorial Handicap Stakes, while the opening race is a contest for maiden two-year-olds supported by regular sponsors, The Crown Hotel, Bawtry.

Once again at Doncaster, a group of specially-trained camels will be racing at Doncaster on Friday. Camel racing is a huge sport in the Middle East and is becoming increasingly popular in Britain.

The camel racing takes place before the first race on Friday and is part of the Simpson Millar Raceday, a seven-race programme which gets under way at 2.20pm.

Racegoers will be able to get up close and ‘meet’ the camels and chat to the handlers in the Frenchgate Family Enclosure.

Giant screens will enable racegoers to see all the action.

Crown Hotel Jockey Kelly wears the brand!!

2011-05-16T01:16:00.000-07:00

Professional Jockey Kelly Harrison was flying the flag for the Crown hotel over the weekend in Newcastle!!

Kelly, now has The Crown Hotel in Bawtry as her main sponsor, and is delighted to wear the branding on behalf of the hotel!

Go Kelly!! Good luck with the rides!!

Royal wedding Preparations!!

2011-04-28T01:08:00.001-07:00

SEVEN Doncaster streets will be shut to allow residents to revel in the Royal wedding celebrations.

Residents on the roads have been given permission to seal themselves off from traffic on Friday to get out chairs and tables and mark the occasion with street parties.

A spokesman for Doncaster Council, which is in charge of closures, said: “We’ve had seven formal applications for road closures for the Royal wedding, all approved.”

It will mean motorists will not be able to access the streets affected in their cars and will have to use alternative routes.

Meanwhile, pubs and bars across the borough are also looking at celebrating the wedding.

Bars are putting in place red, white and blue bunting.

Staff at the Crown Hotel in Bawtry have already done their decorations ahead of the big day.

Katey Dent, sales manager at the venue, said: “We think it will be a great place for the community to come together to watch the wedding and celebrate Kate and Will’s big day.”

Bosses at Robin Hood Airport are expecting the television screens in their lounges to be showing the event.

2011-04-27T01:31:00.000-07:00

Lunchtime Summer Salad's @ The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

Chicken Caesar Salad
Pan-fried Chicken, bacon & Croutons on Caesar dressed salad leaves with grated parmesan

Scampi & Prawn Salad
Whole tail Scampi & Fresh Prawns on lime & coriander dressed salad leaves

Roast Pepper & Goats Cheese
Served on toasted Brioche with Balsamic vinegar and basil pesto dressed salad leaves

Egg Benedict
Poached Egg with grilled ham on a toasted muffin. Served with Hollandaise sauce & coarse Mustard dressed salad leaves

Yorkshire Blue Cheese & Mushroom
Pan fried flat Mushrooms; topped with Blue Cheese & Herb breadcrumbs with dressed salad leaves

...£8.95 Each
£11.95 with a Glass of House Wine

Served from 12p-2pm Monday-Friday

2011-04-26T06:11:00.000-07:00

The mural at Doncaster's Robin Hood Airport!

Vulcan Mural at Doncaster Airport with The Crown Hotel Bawtry

2011-04-26T06:08:00.000-07:00

The arrival back of the Vulcan aircraft to Doncaster has most certainly made its mark!

A mural has been painted on a wall at Doncaster's Robin Hood Airport, sponsored by The Crown Hotel in Bawtry!

2011-04-21T05:45:00.000-07:00

The Vulcan Aircraft in back in Doncaster!

The Crown hotel has not wasted anytime by becoming an official sponsor of Vulcan to the Sky!!

The aircraft will be able available for the Public to view over the Easter holidays! Visitors will be able to see XH558 parked on a stand outside the viewing gallery, take photographs, try the flight simulator and visit the shop.

Visit thier website for more details http://www.vulcantothesky.org/!

Royal celebrations at The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-04-21T05:42:00.000-07:00

Photo: Left Sam Dowie and Right Paula Wigglesworth from the hotel put the finishing touches to the hotel.

The days are counting down….where will you be on 29th April to see Kate and Will’s tie the royal knot?

Don’t stay at home - why not come and celebrate in style at The Crown hotel in Bawtry! Preparations are underway, the bunting is up and Bawtry is shining sea of Union Jacks!

The Crown will be showing the Royal Wedding celebrations on the plasma TV in the bar area, and also offering a ‘Royal Food and Fizz’ package which includes a selection of the hotels amazing Yorkshire Tapa’s and a bottle of pink Prosecco to toast the happy couple (only £30 for 2 people).

Katey Dent Sales Manager commented “Having a Royal connection at the hotel, we think it will be a great place for the community to come together to watch the wedding and celebrate Kate and Will’s big day!”

She added “Booking is not required – please just call in – we look forward to seeing you then!”

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Crown Hotel Bawtry backs a winner with top female Jockey!

2011-04-20T06:44:00.000-07:00

The Crown Hotel at Bawtry has backed a winner by sponsoring top leading girl jockey Kelly Harrison for the new Flat Season.

The region's renowned racing hotel is looking forward to being in the winner's enclosure with the Yorkshire born rider this summer, for Kelly will wear the distinctive Crown Hotel logo on her breeches in every race she takes part in.

"I'm delighted to be sponsored by The Crown," she says. "Every race meeting I ride at is televised so I'm looking forward to promoting such a fantastic hotel to millions of people.

"Having the support of The Crown is a great help to me as I establish myself among the professional ranks this season," she adds.

Kelly, 26, is competing on level terms with the likes of Frankie Dettori, six times former champion Kieren Fallon and record breaking girl rider Hayley Turner after completing her apprenticeship during the winter.

She had to reach the 95 winner mark to become a fully-fledged professional jockey and achieved that landmark by winning on John Potts at Wolverhampton in December - a victory that was celebrated with a champagne reception back at The Crown.

Craig Dowie, managing director of The Crown Hotel, adds: "We worked with Kelly on a number of projects last year and are very happy to extend our sponsorship agreement. She has already established herself as one of the most successful female jockeys in the history of the sport by riding over 100 winners and becoming a senior professional, and we are looking forward to being a part of her success through 2011."

Kelly took part in the racing themed evening hosted by The Crown for the Bawtry Business Club in January, and writes a regular column in the local Society and Lifestyle Magazine. You can keep up to date with her progress by following her on Twitter via crownhotel-bawtry.com.

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Photo: Left to right: Craig Dowie Hotel Director Crown Hotel, Kelly Harrison and Simon Mapletoft At The Races Presenter and Racing PR for The Crown Hotel

Yorkshire Life feature Bawtry and The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-04-20T06:43:00.000-07:00

Bawtry has a habit of reinventing itself. From Roman settlement to port, from market town to stage coach stopover, it’s always on the move. Bawtry may stand on the River Idle but the townsfolk are anything but. Its latest incarnation must be the most remarkable yet. Bawtry has become a haven to the stars.

The South Yorkshire town, a few miles south of Doncaster, is not the first place you’d expect celebrities to hang out. That’s not to deny its abundant charms: this is a very pretty town, with history aplenty and a profusion of interesting shops and restaurants. But London’s West End it ain’t.

That hasn’t stopped a steady procession of famous names
making the trek to Bawtry. Some are connected to the world of racing, as it is home to some leading stables and the Northern Racing College is nearby.

And considering his Doncaster origins, Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson’s love of the ‘simply glorious’ A631 road from Gainsborough to Bawtry shouldn’t come as a massive shock.

More surprising Bawtry fans include comedians David Walliams and Matt Lucas, and pop superstars Boyzone. All have stayed at the Crown Hotel on the High Street.

‘The hotel has a great relationship with a secret local studio which famous bands and groups hire out prior to going on tour,’ explained the Crown’s sales manager Katey Dent. ‘In the past we’ve had groups such as Kasabian, McFly, Kings of Leon and Scouting for Girls. Boyzone came back to the hotel for the third time this year.

‘We were also the base for the BBC show Come Fly with Me while it was filming at Doncaster Airport. We had 50 BBC crew staying for two weeks including Matt Lucas and David Walliams. People really do not know who they are going to bump into in Bawtry’

Katey said the business community in Bawtry worked together for the good of the town. ‘The hotel, together with a few local bars like Coco Ice and Zini’s, have joined together to put in place “evening economy wardens” to ensure the Bawtry evening experience is a good one for guests and locals.’

As well as its guests, the Crown is known for its ghosts. Among them is said to be a waitress murdered by her jealous chef lover more than a century ago. She wanders the corridors crying, they say.

It’s no surprise that a town with such heritage should have its fair share of spectres. Last year archaeologists unearthed a dozen skeletons off Tickhill Road. The remains date from the 14th century when a hospital run by monks was located there.

St Nicholas Church dates even further back. It was founded around 1200, although it only became Bawtry’s Parish Church much later in Victorian times.

This is Pilgrim Fathers country – just up the road is Scrooby, home to the pilgrims’ leader William Bradford – and their minister, Richard Clifton, preached at St Nicholas. The link is commemorated in local names including the Bawtry Mayflower Primary School, and the Mayflower Sanctuary for dogs and cats.

Another notable building is the Grade II listed manor house, Bawtry Hall. Like the town, the hall has reinvented itself over the years. Originally built in 1778 as a family home for a mill owner, it was requisitioned by the War Office to become the northern RAF Bomber Command HQ. Bombing raids during the Second World War and the Falklands conflict were coordinated in the operations room.

Today Bawtry Hall leads an altogether more peaceful existence as a Christian conference and training centre.

Bawtry’s thriving Phoenix Theatre began life at the hall in 1932. Today its home is a converted chapel on Station Road. The theatre has its celebrity connections too: an active member is Rupert Atkinson, brother of comedy actor Rowan.

Thanks to its gift for reincarnation, Bawtry is clearly thriving. And it remains an excellent introduction to Yorkshire.

For many years it even boasted an address any son of the county would have envied: Number One Yorkshire. But some time back the post office re-designated that house as No 1 South Parade – one reinvention we could have probably done without.

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King of Jazz

2011-04-06T02:35:00.000-07:00

HAVING dominated the inaugural season of the Racing Post Yearling Bonus scheme with juveniles, trainer Richard Hannon and agent Peter Doyle struck at Doncaster to land another £10,000 prize - this time with a three-year-old.

King Of Jazz showed no inconvenience at being off the course for 309 days when storming home to win the crownhotel-bawtry.com Maiden Stakes, a race that had attracted criticism for host course Doncaster for being below Horsemen's Group tariffs levels. The seven-furlong race attracted two fewer runners than last year.

King Of Jazz, a son of Acclamation, runs in the colours of Justin Dowley and Michael Pescod. He was bought for £48,000 by Peter Doyle at Doncaster in August 2009. Consignor Fernham Farm had bought King Of Jazz as a foal for €40,000. Neither bonus race at The Curragh was won.

Mcfly 'Shine a Light' in Bawtry!

2011-03-21T07:41:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: Lead Mcfly Vocalist Tom Fletcher with hotel Sales Manager Katey Dent and Receptionist Zoe Pask.

The 4 Star Crown hotel in Bawtry played host to yet another band – Mcfly!

Band members Tom, Dougie, Danny and Harry stayed in the hotels stunning executive bedrooms with crew, manager and bouncers during a stint at a nearby rehearsal studio before going on tour last Friday.

Mcfly’s ‘Above the Noise Tour’ kicked off in Sheffield on Friday 18th March taking them all over the country performing hits from their new album including ‘Shine a Light’ and new single ‘That’s the Truth’.

Katey Dent Sales Manager of the Crown said “It was great to see the guys from Mcfly return to the hotel again; they came to us around 5 years ago – much younger then of course! They are such nice guys and really loved the hotel and Bawtry, as do many of the bands and groups we get staying at the hotel”.

Katey added “We had a wedding on at the hotel the same day they were checking out and the wedding guests could not believe that Mcfly were there! They were happy to have photos with the wedding party and also sign autographs”.

Mcfly follow a long list of groups staying at the Bawtry hotel, including Boyzone, Kasabian, Peter Andre, Dizzee Rascal and many more.

Win a £25,000 wedding with Hallam FM and The Crown Hotel Bawtry & Rutland Hotel Sheffield!

2011-03-07T07:29:00.001-08:00

The Royal wedding may be coming....but yours could be first!!

Hallam FM and The Crown Hotel in Bawtry and The Rutland Hotel in Sheffield have teamed up to give away a wedding worth £25,000!!

The winning couple will win a choice of wedding reception at the four star sister hotels, the honeymoon, the dress, the cake, photographer, grooming, the cars, bridesmaids etc!!!!

You can find out now how to register by going to hallamfm.co.uk/5brides1wedding.

Why not come along to the wedding open open days at the hotels on 20th March to see the hotel laid for a spring wedding! Come and view our menus, talk to chef, have arrival drinks and canapes and talk through your special day with our wedding co-ordinators! 11am to 4pm at The Crown Hotel Bawtry and The Rutland Hotel Sheffield.

The Boys are back in Bawtry Town!

2011-03-01T04:39:00.001-08:00

The rumors were true! Chart topping boy band Boyzone returned to stay at The Crown hotel in Bawtry for a third time!

Ronan Keating, Mikey Graham, Shane Lynch and Keith Duffy stayed at the hotel over the weekend for 4 nights while practicing at a private venue in the local area in preparation for their forthcoming tour.

Katey Dent Sales Manager commented “They guys love the hotel and love Bawtry! They worked very long hours during the day rehearsing, and then came back to the hotel to chill out later in the evening. They even popped out in Bawtry to the gym and also used the facilities of Harringtons for a few massages”.

Boyzone started their 12 date ‘The Brother Tour’ on Monday 21st February in Liverpool, visiting Cardiff, Wembly, Sheffield, Nottingham, Birmingham and finishing in Belfast. The tour is rumored to be bigger and better and will include tracks such as top ten single ‘Gave it all Away’ and ‘Love is a Hurricane’ plus old classics ‘Picture of You’, ‘Love me for a reason’ and ‘No matter what’.

Katey added “We love it when they come and stay, it’s great to see such a famous group hanging out in Bawtry, and to also see people’s faces when they see them in bar and in reception!”

Photo - Katey Dent right, Ronan Keating and Sam Dowie

Boyzone are back in Bawtry Town!

2011-02-22T06:14:00.000-08:00

Crown Hotel Bawtry hosts Breast Care Unit Events

2011-02-11T03:29:00.000-08:00

A night of merriment was enjoyed at Bawtry’s premier hotel in January, raising funds for Bassetlaw Hospital’s Breastcare Unit.
Over 100 party-goers boogied the night away after enjoying a scrumptious four-course meal. £1020 was raised on the night, which now brings the total amount raised for the Breastcare Unit to over £340,000.
Work begins on the new Breastcare Unit in the next few weeks. Work will be in two phases:
Phase 1 includes forming the two new mammography rooms with new Siemens machines, ultrasound, waiting area, and ancillary rooms and is expected to be completed by June.
Phase 2 includes the new consultation and examination rooms - one more than the current facility, treatment and additional waiting and changing areas, ancillary rooms, and a new reception for the mammography unit.
Sally Richardson would like to thank the residents of Bassetlaw for their continued support as we enter the second phase of the project, which is to buy patient comforts.
Please join us at any of our forthcoming events, or, if you would like to donate money, raffle prizes, or auction lots, please contact Sally on 01909 502767, or e-mail sally.richardson@dbh.nhs.uk.

2011-02-08T08:16:00.000-08:00

Mothers Day at the Crown - Sunday April 3rd

MOTHERS DAY MENU

SUNDAY 3rd April 2011

£25.00

Served @ 12pm or 2.30pm

“Mum’s will receive box of Chocolates”

Smoked Salmon Platter
Traditionally served with lemon wedge and black pepper

Duo of Melon
With apricot and raspberry coulis

Traditional Prawn Cocktail
Served with brown bread

Homemade Yorkshire Pudding
With red wine and tarragon gravy

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Leek and Potato Soup
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Roast Salmon
With chive cream sauce

Hand Carved Sirloin of Beef
With homemade Yorkshire pudding and pan gravy

Traditional Roast Turkey

With chipolata sausage and cranberry stuffing

Chicken Breast
Red wine and mushroom sauce

Roast Leg of Lamb
With pan gravy

Leek and Gruyere Crown
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Milk Chocolate Profiteroles with chocolate sauce

Vanilla Cheesecake, red berry compote

Classic Lemon tart

Apple and Blackberry Crumble Custard

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Tea/Coffee and Mints

Please note that we will require a £10.00 deposit per person on booking (these are non refundable) and a Pre-Order from the menu by 7th March 2010

Enquire at events@crownhotel-bawtry.com or call 01302 710341.

Crown Hotel Bawtry Jockey joins Racing Elite!

2011-02-08T08:13:00.000-08:00

Pictured Above: Left Craig Dowie Crown Hotel Director, centre Kelly Harrison and right Simon Mapletoft

Jockey Kelly Harrison, sponsored by The Crown Hotel at Bawtry, has joined an elite 'club' by becoming only the sixth female rider in the history of the sport to become a fully fledged professional.

Yorkshire born Kelly is now competing on equal terms with the likes of Frankie Dettori, six-times champion jockey Kieren Fallon and celebrated female jockey Hayley Turner.

"It's always been my ambition to ride out my claim," says Kelly (26), whose landmark 95th winner came on board the Brian Baugh-trained John Potts at Wolverhampton.

"I've been supported by many different trainers and I'm very grateful to them all for putting their faith in me throughout my apprenticeship."

Kelly, who graduated from showjumping and eventing as a teenager, aims to establish herself among the sport's bigger names this summer by riding for as many trainers as possible.

She is also employed as a work rider for leading Newmarket trainer Henry Cecil, and has had the privilege of riding 2,000 Guineas favourite Frankel in his homework as a two-year-old.

Craig Dowie, Managing Director of The Crown, adds: "We would like to extend our congratulations to Kelly, and are delighted to be associated with her."

Kelly is pictured toasting her success with Craig and At The Races presenter Simon Mapletoft at a racing forum for the Bawtry Business Club at the hotel last week.

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Bawtry Business Club - A great Night!

2011-01-28T07:05:00.000-08:00

Over 120 people attended the Bawtry Business Club networking event at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry on Wednesday 26th January.

Informal networking took place after work - 5pm to 6pm followed by a fantastic insight into the world of racing hosted by Sky present from At The Races Simon Mapletoft.

On the panel were female jockey Kelly Harrison, local stable owner and trainer David Griffiths and Jo Mapletoft Commercial Manager. Even hotel owner Craig Dowie made an appearance on the panel to give a hotel point of view about racing and what the industry means to Doncaster!

Bawtry Business Club event @ The Crown Hotel Bawtry!

2011-01-25T04:44:00.000-08:00

Bawtry Business club will host its next event on Wednesday 26th January at The Crown hotel in Bawtry! Organised by Smith Craven Accountants and supported by The Byrne Practice, the evening will have a racing theme.

The evening will be hosted by At The Races presenter Simon Mapletoft and will include highlights and an insight into the world of female jockey Kelly Harrison and David Griffiths who owns a local stable in Bawtry.

Networking starts from 5pm until 6pm followed by the speakers.

Image - Kelly Harrison

4 Star Crown Hotel Bawtry continues investment into 2011

2011-01-20T04:11:00.000-08:00

Bawtry's 4 star independant Crown hotel continues to invest in its product with a full bar and reception area refurbishment in January 2011.

Due to be completed by the end of the month, the areas will follow and improve the hotels modern, rustic and contemporary style.

Katey Dent Sales Manager explained "We always strive to be the best hotel in the area, and this refurbishment will be amazing! Many people have commented that it was only 5 years ago since we transformed the hotel originally, but you have to move with the times to be the best of the best!"

She continued " When you step into the reception / bar area, you will see beautiful modern fabric wallpapers, rustic tile feature walls, new booths to ensure guests have a more sociable drink, blackboards with Champagne and fizz offers and staff will look more relaxed in smart jeans and Hollister shirts".

Call in and have a look at the end of January and you will see a big difference! Take note of the wall size black and white photo at the side of the bar - its the Crown photographed over a 100 years ago!

Shop till you drop in Bawtry!!

2010-11-23T08:32:00.000-08:00

If, like half the nation, you have a shopping list that could strike terror into the cheeriest of Christmas elves, it is just possible that the elegant town of Bawtry near Doncaster has the answer to your prayers.
Thursday 2nd December sees retailers in the town, together with an array of supporters and willing helpers, welcome Christmas 2010 to the town with a superb evening of shopping, entertaining and Christmas treats. Building on the success of last year’s event, this year’s occasion promises to be even more spectacular.
Over 50 shops, bars and restaurants will be opening late amidst a wonderful atmosphere, an official ‘switch on’ of the Christmas trees lights in The Courtyard will take place at 6pm - ably conducted by Gareth Evans, former BBC Radio Sheffield presenter - who will also keep you up to date during the evening with all that is occurring so you don’t miss a thing! Fireworks, sponsored by designer boutique Robinsons, will also mark the occasion.
A jolly ‘Ho-ho-ho’ will be ringing around the market place, as Santa takes residence in his grotto courtesy of Tickhill Lions, and local schools will be serenading you as you shop with your favourite carols. Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice charity, will also be in attendance on the night to continue their worthwhile fundraising work.
The event is being arranged by ‘Community 4 Bawtry’ a group of volunteers including Ruth Worsman from Limited 2 Art and Ian Atherfold from Mainly Wine and Whisky.
“Without the support of Ruth, Ian and all the volunteers this event would never take place,” commented Russell Jones proprietor Robinsons Boutique. “We, as a business and social community, appreciate what they all do and are all looking forward to the evening and to welcoming you to a special Christmas event that will really get you into the festive spirit.”
The festivities commence at 5pm and conclude at 8pm with free parking from 5pm. But, do remember that the superb bars and restaurants of Bawtry will be open late into the night – a great excuse for some seasonal socialising!

Crown Hotel Shortlisted for Chamber Awards!

2010-11-04T08:58:00.000-07:00

The Crown hotel is delighted to learn that they have been shortlisted for 3 Doncaster Chamber Awards 2010!!

Following on from winning 2 awards in 2008, the hotel applied for 3 awards - Business Innovation, Performance through Partnership and the Doncaster Chamber Business of the Year. The hotel was so happy to hear that the chamber had shortlisted them for all 3 catagories - and are now awaiting the judges to visit the hotel for further discussions!

Katey Dent Sales Manager commented "We are really thrilled and are keeping our fingers and toes crossed!!! We really do work hard not only to bring more business into our hotel, but also into the Doncaster area. Winning any of these awards would be the icing on the cake! Being an independent hotel, we do whatever we wish - if an idea works then great, if not, then we put it down to experience and move on. We are also looking forward to taking the team for a great evening out, with a few beers too of course!"

Scouting in Bawtry!

2010-08-20T06:31:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: Scouting for Girls with restaurant manager Amanda Pashley

Where else would they have stayed? Chart topping Scouting for Girls played an amazing gig at the Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday evening, and then headed back to the Crown hotel in Bawtry to stay!

Band members Roy, Peter and Greg arrived the hotel and hung out in the Crown bar, chatting to guests and having photos taken with fans that were unaware that the band were staying. Amanda Pashley restaurant manager said “As soon as they checked in, guests who were at the hotel dining and also attending the wedding spotted them straight away! We asked if they would like to be in a quite area of the hotel, but they declined and were happy to chat with our guests and have photos taken. After such a great gig earlier, they just wanted to relax and have a few beers and were really lovely guys!”

The band that has had hits with ‘Heartbeat’, ‘she’s so lovely’ and ‘this ain’t a love song’ then relaxed and stayed over in the hotels luxurious executive bedrooms.

Katey Dent Sales Manager for the hotel arranged for the boys to have some treatments with Harringtons of Bawtry, who the hotel works closely with for guests, and who offer massages and cut throat shaves. Katey said “The guys loved the treatments, and it was a great way for them to relax before they headed off in the morning. Before they left the hotel, they even had a chat with the bride and groom from the wedding the day before, who were fans of the group!”

She added “Guests at the hotel really do not know who they are going to bump into which is really exciting. We have many celebrities who stay at the hotel – they love our product and service and also love being in Bawtry which is busy and lively. We have many more juicy famous guests to come too, so watch this space!”

Hollyoaks Stars crash at The Crown

2010-07-20T05:21:00.001-07:00

Pictured Above: The boys from Hollyoaks (Characters Gilly and Warren) with the Crown hotel Bawtry girls Zoe Pask, Carly Freeman, Antonia Dowie, Alisha Frazell , Laura Sanderson, Verity Marriott, Sarah Hamilton and hotel Sales Manager Katey Dent.

Where else would the crew of Hollyoaks crash down during their recent successful charity football match at the Keepmoat Stadium – The Crown hotel in Bawtry of course!

Following a massive list of celebrities to stay recently at the famous four star hotel, the Hollyoaks guys were well behaved and of course caused a stir in Bawtry with the locals!

The Crown was the main sponsor of the Charity match which took place between Hallam FM All-stars v Hollyoaks. The Hollyoaks boys won 3-2 in the exciting match which raised £14,000 for the Cash for Kids charity.

Katey Dent Sales Manager for the hotel said “The day was fantastic, all for a great cause and as the main sponsors; we had the pleasure of picking Newt from Hollyoaks as man of the match!”

After the match the celebrities headed back to the hotel to freshen up and then headed into Doncaster for a night on the town.

Katey added “Locals in Bawtry are now starting to get used to being surprised by various famous faces around the hotel and the area. The hollyoaks guys were happy to chat to regulars and locals in the bar, and also enjoyed a few drinks in the process!! Other recent recent celebrities include Peter Andre, The X Factor stars and Boyzone”.

CROWN SIGNS UP TOP GIRL JOCKEY

2010-06-16T01:58:00.000-07:00

The Crown Hotel at Bawtry has backed another big winner! They’re sponsoring leading girl jockey Kelly Harrison in her quest to become the top female rider in the sport.
Kelly, 25, has already ridden over 80 winners as an apprentice and will become a fully-fledged professional when she makes it 95 – hopefully later this season.
She aims to emulate the achievements of celebrated female rider Hayley Turner, who has now established herself among the most successful jockeys in the world.
Craig Dowie, The Crown’s Managing Director, is delighted to be backing the Yorkshire-born starlet for the rest of the season. “Our agreement with Kelly enhances our reputation as the region’s leading racing hotel.

“Kelly is already one of the best female jockeys in the business and has the potential to achieve success at the highest level. The team at The Crown is looking forward to helping her to make that next step.”
Middleham-born Kelly lives in Newmarket with her boyfriend, jockey Jean-Pierre (JP) Guillambert, and is apprentice to trainer Bill Ratcliffe. Her father Alan, a former trainer, is her agent.
Her biggest win so far came on leading northern handicapper Collateral Damage at the Boddingtons Straight-mile Championship at Redcar. She is a regular at The Crown’s local track, Doncaster.
As an ambassador for The Crown, Kelly will make a number of personal appearances this season giving guests a unique insight into life as a rising racing star. She will also promote The Crown around Britain’s racing community.
She added: “I race more in the North than the South and I’m looking forward to talking to lots of keen Yorkshire racegoers at The Crown, and at their local course Doncaster, where they are regular sponsors,” she says.
Ends.

The Crown ‘Four’ Weddings’!

2010-06-02T07:07:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: Darren and Jody Knight – The happy couple!

A big congratulations to local couple Jody and Darren who this week won her battle of the brides on Living TV’s cult programme Four Weddings.

Jody and Darren from Gainsborough battled it out with 3 other brides to mark each others weddings, and won the honeymoon of a lifetime to Cuba.

The happy couple held their Classical, shabby chic style wedding at the Crown hotel in Bawtry – one of the top wedding venues in South Yorkshire. Jody looked amazing, and after Champagne and canapés after the ceremony, the wedding guests tucked into a starter of Yorkshire pudding followed by fish, chips and peas!

Katey Dent Sales Manager said “They partied on into the early hours, and guests were entertained by a mixologist with funky cocktails and a magician”.

The brides marked the wedding based on the dress, the food, the venue and the overall experience. In competition with Jody were brides Stephanie with a classic French theme and Georgina who had a wacky Star Wars theme followed by bowling! The shock to the episode was however bride Emma who postponed the wedding during filming – leaving the 3 brides to battle it out!

Good luck to Jody and Darren in their married life together.

X Fact ‘hair’!

2010-05-19T01:46:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: X Factor finalist Jamie Archer with Crown hotel housekeepers Kerry, Julie, Pam and Angie

Where else would the X factor finalists stay during their recent gig at the Doncaster Racecourse – it would have to be the regular haunt to many recent celebrities – the Crown hotel in Bawtry of course!

Jamie Archer, Olly Murs, Lucie Jones and Danyl Johnson all stayed at the hotel last Saturday evening after their amazing performance at the Doncaster Racecourse X Factor music night.

They caused a stir in the hotel bar later in the evening which was heaving with race goers and a wedding at the hotel – the guys all having photographs and chatting with the hotel customers. Katey Dent of the hotel said “They were all lovely people! Jamie Archer’s hair was as big in real life as on the TV! The best part though was our bride from the wedding at the hotel was a massive Danyl Johnson fan, and they surprised her by taking Danyl into the evening wedding reception! She loved it!”

The X Factor finalists are just a few of the many celebrities recently hanging out at the four star hotel located in Bawtry, including Peter Andre, Rav from Crimewatch, Kasabian and the Prodigy.

Katey added “The hotel has become a great place for the celebrities to stay. They love the fact that the hotel is independent and has its own personality. They stay in hotels week in, week out and the chains are all the same. They also love the modern style of the hotel and the staff who really make them welcome”.

Jamie Archer commented on check out that is would be worth coming back to Doncaster just to stay at hotel on a leisure basis. He loved it and thought the bedrooms were amazing!

Watch this space…..

Hitch or Ditch??!!

2010-04-27T04:09:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: Hirsty, Danny and Jo Jo from the breakfast team.

Calling all couples who are looking to get married but have just not got round to setting a date!!

Fancy something a little different, and not a ‘traditional’ affair? Fancy doing it in May – THIS YEAR?!

Then two top sister hotels in South Yorkshire are offering the chance not only to win an entire wedding, but also one which will be hosted by Galaxy Radio breakfast team Danny, Hirsty and Jo Jo!!

Sales Manager Katey Dent said “Following on from two previous radio wedding promotions, we were looking to try something different, and this is certainly it! All couples who are interested in the wedding have to do, it to come along to our wedding open days at both hotels on Sunday 9th May 11am to 4pm to register”.

Galaxy Radio will be setting up ‘Love lounges’ at both hotels, and the couples will be videoed explaining why they deserve to win the wedding! Radio listeners will then decide who wins!

All plans for the big day are still to be revealed, but there will be lots of twists and turns during the promotion.

Katey added “Weddings are a big part of our business plan at both hotels, and being independent, we have to think of quirky and interesting ways to raise the profile of our hotels. This promotion is going to be bigger and better than ever!”.

The open days are also a chance to view both hotels set up for a wedding, view the wedding menus, chat to our wedding coordinators and also have a glass of bubbly with us!

The open days are also a chance to view both hotels set up for a wedding, view the wedding menus, chat to our wedding coordinators and also have a glass of bubbly with us!

Room service Mr Andre?

2010-04-01T06:08:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: The Housekeeping Team at The Crown Hotel Bawtry with Peter Andre

Bawtry was buzzing with the excitement of Mr Peter Andre staying at the Crown Hotel Bawtry!

Peter was on his ‘The Revelation Tour’, at the Doncaster Dome, and stayed of course at the number one hotel in Doncaster – The Crown!

Katey Dent Sales Manager of the hotel said “Pete’s brothers arrived the day before and hung out in Bawtry, having coffee and working out at Bawtry Health and Fitness. Pete arrived the following day after a fabulous performance at the Dome, and the staff attended to his every need. What a genuinely lovely guy! They all were. They were even joking around – Peter was knocking on his brother’s door saying “room service!””.

The tour has seen Peter performing live with his band and the audience treated to tracks from his new album including top five single 'Behind closed doors'as well a number of his previous classic hits. Peter's album has shown how he has developed as an artist and has really shown a more musically mature approach to his lyrics. The his lyrics. The tour will give Peter the chance to prove to everyone that he is not only a brilliant studio artist but also a talented live vocalist and musician.
Katey added “The Crown is a regular hang out for many celebrities, including recently Dizzee Rascal, The Prodigy, Kasabian and Boyzone. They love the modern style of the hotel, and also the location”.

Material Girl!

2010-03-29T05:49:00.000-07:00

Pictured Above: (Right) 2nd year student Faye Patterson who designed the dress BA (Hons) Fashion and Textiles, and (left) Laura Green Lecturer in Pattern cutting and Garment Manufacture, and Course Leader for Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Pattern-cutting.

Style has definitely arrived at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry!

The newly designed stylish hotel reception uniforms have been chosen, delicately designed and tailored by 2nd year student Faye Patterson of University Centre Doncaster College. Faye’s design was chosen over other students in the year by the hotel director Craig Dowie and Sales Manager Katey Dent.
“The hotel has good links with the college, and when we decided to look at a new uniform for the team, we thought this would be the only place to start looking! Most uniforms out there are too corporate, and we wanted something fun, stylish and comfortable for the team. All the students ideas were great, but Faye’s really caught our eye, and the proof if the sample garment!” says Katey.

Slate grey material matches the theme of the hotel’s reception area slate floor, while the purple edging and buttons match the internal walls of the hotel.

Laura Green commented “This has been a great opportunity for the University Centre Doncaster College to work closely with an established company within South Yorkshire.

The students have taken the brief from initial design work through to final garment manufacture, giving them a unique opportunity to understand the challenges of participating in a live brief.
The most exciting outcome for the students and the University Centre is that their talent will be showcased on a daily basis within the reception areas of both The Crown Hotel Bawtry and sister hotel The Rutland in Sheffield”.
Being such a huge success, the hotel is now looking to expand this by looking at uniforms for other areas of the hotel.

Rugby Stars ‘Try’ Local Gym

2010-01-11T01:58:00.001-08:00

Guests at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry are feeling fitter, thanks to a new partnership with the local gym. An exclusive one-day pass is now available to all hotel guests to the Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio which is less than 100 meters from the hotel.

Gym owner Luke Walker adds: "We had pop group Boyzone using our facilities when they stayed at The Crown during their tour rehearsals earlier in the summer, and they loved it. Other guests are really enjoying using our equipment and we have an in-house personal trainer to help those who are more serious about their fitness."

When it comes to getting into top shape, the England rugby team is in a league of its own! The team, who stayed at The Crown in October, tried out the first class fitness facilities at Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio ahead of their 34-12 victory in the Four Nations clash against arch rivals France at the Keepmoat Stadium.

Luke says: ‘The team trained on the Friday morning and afternoon and I even opened the gym first thing on Saturday morning especially for them to be able to train before their big game.’

However Luke was delighted when in return they posed for photos and presented the Health and Fitness Studio with a signed shirt.

Picture caption:-
England Rugby League Team with Harriet James - a new member of the Gym staff and a goalkeeper for Doncaster Belles

Get Your Kit On, Boys!

2010-01-11T01:57:00.001-08:00

Bawtry Town Football Club was re-established in 1992 and after several successful seasons in the Gainsborough Saturday League moved up to the Doncaster Senior League, being promoted to its Premier Division in 2001 .

In recent years participation in the club has increased and it has been
decided to set up a reserve team for 2009/10 season primarily to enable younger players to develop into open age football and this team will play in the Doncaster Senior League Division One.

The Crown is working in partnership with the local football club and as a result has agreed to sponsor the team kit, as well as hosting a monthly committee meeting for the club. The club also held a fundraising race night and end of season presentation evening at the hotel
Which helped towards the club improving its on the field performance and financial stability for future seasons.

Anyone For Chukkas?

2010-01-11T01:56:00.001-08:00

Anyone can play polo! That’s the message The Crown is helping to get over following a sponsorship link-up with the Misson based Vale Of York Polo Club. They will now proudly wear the distinctive burgundy and gold colours of the hotel for future fixtures. The Club is currently enjoying the start of their Beach polo season with the first chukka starting around 2pm at Cleethorpes promenade every other Sunday.

From the start of the new 2010 season The Crown will be backing a new ‘Midweek Challenge’ to be played the last Wednesday of every month at Misson. Polo Manager Paul Piddington enjoyed his 15 minutes of fame when he appeared on the BBC’s ‘Ladettes To Ladies’ series, teaching a bunch of young tearaways the art of hunting!

Picture Caption:- Sales Manager Katey Dent, Hotel Director Craig Dowie with Polo Manager Paul Piddington

HAIR'S TO A GREAT HOTEL!

2009-10-02T03:01:00.000-07:00

Pictured: Julie McGuigan, owner of ‘Lux at the Crown Hotel’, in the new salon

Luxury rooms, great food - and now even a haircut with a difference! The Crown Hotel has it all.
Bawtry's award-winning hotel is delighted to announce the opening of a new hair salon 'Lux at The Crown Hotel', which also offers a range of luxurious complimentary rituals.

Lux, formerly of Dower House Square in the town, is providing stress-relieving hand, scalp and shoulder treatments using natural, organic products by AVEDA, as well as hair make-overs for all occasions.

Owner Julie McGuigan, announcing her link-up with the Crown Hotel, says: "Our service is unique - we're not just a hair salon. Customers can relax in special massage chairs while we pamper them with our pure flower and plant based range of products by AVEDA.
"They can choose from a range of treatments and products while having their hair done for special occasions such as weddings, parties and days out at the races," adds Julie, who has over 30 years' experience in the hair and beauty industry.

Craig Dowie, managing director at The Crown, says: "Lux are specialists in bridal and wedding hair-ups and styling so their presence in the hotel adds an invaluable service to our wedding parties. There is also a wonderful aroma throughout the hotel from the scented candles in the salon."

The salon, which currently has four fully trained stylists, re-located to The Crown at the end of July and is open six days a week, including Sundays for bridal parties.

CROWN HORSES IN WINNERS' ENCLOSURE

2009-09-02T02:46:00.000-07:00

The team of racehorses sponsored by The Crown has been in good form, with both Wibbadune and Circle Dance reaching the winners' enclosure.

Wibbadune was second in a five-furlong fillies' handicap at Bath in August, and will now have a break before returning for the All-Weather season, having won twice on the Polytrack surface at Lingfield.

Circle Dance followed up his third places in big fields at Yarmouth and Doncaster with a creditable fourth in another cavalry charge at Redcar.
The gelding will also be back for a campaign on the sand following his well-earned break, alonng with winning three-year-old filly Sills Vincero.

The horses are owned by Skys Sports At The Races presenter Simon Mapletoft, and are trained at Newark by Derek Shaw.

FLAVOUR OF THE MONTH!

2009-08-21T01:34:00.000-07:00

Tell us about your family life
I'm actually a twin. I'm a scorpio,so although I'm quite laid back I do have a sting in my tail! I'm a farmer's daughter and live in Harworth with my husband Nigel. We will be celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary next year. We have two children, who are 16 and four. My daughter Laura works in the restaurant as a waitress and hopes to work on the airlines one day on the cabin crew. My twin Sue has taken a very different career path. She's a HGV lorry driver!

How did you become a chef?
I started as a commis chef at the age of 18 after doing a two-year course at Worksop Catering College. By the time I was 21 I was second chef and got promoted to my current position about six years later.

Are you part of a big team?
Yes, we have a pretty large team as it is a very busy kitchen. We have eight chefs plus five kitchen porters. It's like one big family, really. I love the job and couldn't imagine working anywhere else.

What is your daily routine?
I'm always in the kitchen for 7.30am, as there is such a lot of preparation to get through. I usually leave the hotel at about 2.30pm for a few hours' break but I'm back in the kitchen again from 6pm until about 10.30pm. Sometimes later ... Occasionally I get the chance to promote the hotel. For example, I've been on BBC Radio Sheffield's 'Saturday Kitchen', talking through some of me recipes and sampling some of our dishes.

What makes a good Head Chef?
Being calm! My kitchen is nothing like some of the ones you see on television, when everyone seems to be shouting and screaming. I must admit I'm the calmest chef you could ever meet. I'm also hardworking - there's no other way. To get the best results you must appreciate and respect your team, it's as simple as that.

How have things changed?
The Crown has always been a traditional hotel serving traditional food, but we have introduced a modern twist which has been a huge success. Another important development has been the introduction of local produce and we enjoy an excellent working relationship with our dedicated suppliers. Progressing from a three-star to a four-star hotel has taken a massive amount of work but it is a fantastic achievement by all the staff. I've worked alongside Craig (Dowie), the boss, for six years and we have a great deal of mutual respect for one another.

Biggest cooking influence?
Mum – always something on the table day and night.

Favourite celebrity chef?
It's got to be Gordon Ramsey. he's much louder than me but what you see is what you get. He's entertaining and very passionate about his food, which is the most important thing.

Key to the restaurant's success?
Team work is vital and I enjoy an excellent relationship with our Restaurant Manager Amanda Pashley. The service in our restaurant is impeccable and everyone is given individual attention from the moment they arrive. Apart from our regular menu we offer a range of specials which help to keep things interesting.

If you got a Saturday night off what would you do?
Go into Bawtry with my girlfriends for a few drinks or order a Chinese, open a bottle of wine and watch a movie. Pretty Woman is my favourite!

What do you most enjoy out of work?
I love a day at the races. The Crown works in partnership with Doncaster Racecourse so I often get the chance to represent the hotel when we sponsor a race there. If I'm not going to the races I love going out for a Chinese meal.

CROWN HOTEL KEEPS GUESTS FITTER

2009-08-21T01:32:00.000-07:00

Guests at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry are feeling fitter, thanks to a new partnership with the local gym.

The award-winning hotel has joined forces with Bawtry Health and Fitness Studios to offer visitors the chance to work out during their stay.

Guests can now purchase an exclusive one-day pass to the Church Walk gym, which is less than 100 meters from the hotel.

Crown managing director Craig Dowie, who took part in a world record breaking fitness marathon at the studios in June, said: "The facilities at Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio are second to none, and the day passes are already proving a big hit with our health conscious guests."

Gym owner Luke Walker adds: "We had pop group Boyzone using our facilities when they stayed at The Crown during their tour rehearsals earlier in the summer, and they loved it. Other guests are really enjoying using our equipment and we have an in-house personal trainer to help those who are more serious about their fitness."

Bawtry Health & Fitness Studios are located in the redeveloped 19th Century Methodist Chapel. The gym is set over three levels, offering modern training facilities in a relaxed and helpful environment.
The 35-station club is also equipped with Technogym cardiovascular equipment, resistance equipment and a selection of free weights. Downstairs is a relaxation room for pre and post workout stretching and floor exercises.
Bawtry Health and Fitness Studios are open from 7am - 9pm weekdays and 9am - 3pm at weekends.

CROWN HOTEL TURNS ON THE STYLE

2009-05-29T03:03:00.000-07:00

Pictured above: Second year students during a visit to the Bawtry hotel to get a feel for their task

Staff at The Crown Hotel will be looking even more fashionable this summer, thanks to a group of Doncaster students.

Youngsters on the BA Hons Fashion & Textile Design course at Doncaster College have been challenged to create new uniforms for The Crown Hotel, Bawtry and its sister hotel, The Rutland Hotel in Sheffield.

"I want them to come up with something that is smart but trendy, reflecting the contemporary style of both The Crown and The Rutland," says Hotel Director Craig Dowie. "They have already developed some exciting ideas and I am looking forward to seeing my staff wearing the new designs later this year”.

Already the Doncaster College students have proven they have the flair to rise to just about any challenge. They designed an evening dress for opera singer Claire Groom's performance at the Royal Opera House in London; theatrical attire for the complete cast of The Marat Sade, which toured around Yorkshire; and even completed the design and manufacture of the Doncaster Dragons Rugby Club mascot.

The students also showcased their latest work at the annual Doncaster College and University Centre Doncaster Fashion Show on 21st and 22nd May which the Crown Hotel were delighted to support in their commitment as partner to the Doncaster College. The event was attended by buyers, stylists, Saville Row tailors, local and national press and designers including Simon Parchment, who has worked with Dizzee Rascal, Minni Driver and Kelly Rowland.

POP STARS MOVE INTO BAWTRY

2009-05-29T02:55:00.000-07:00

Boyzone, who will perform at the Sheffield Arena on Saturday (6th June), became Bawtry residents during rehearsals for their eagerly-awaited 'Better' tour.

The Irish chart toppers, who kicked off their tour in Belfast last week, spent four nights at The Crown Hotel, Bawtry and even worked out at the Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio during their second stay in the town.

Head Chef Caroline Rhodes, who is pictured above cuddling up to Ronan Keating, said: "The boys were great. They remembered the staff from when they stayed with us last year and made a real fuss of our restaurant manager Amanda Pashley.

"They were happy to chat to residents after their long rehearsals and the female members at the local gym couldn't believe their eyes when they turned up to keep their lovely bodies in shape."

Boyzone, who arrived in Bawtry with a fleet of tour buses and took up more than 50 rooms at The Crown, were rehearsing at the same secret location near Doncaster they used in preparation for last year's re-union tour.

Fans who flock to Sheffield Arena will see the full original line-up of Ronan Keating, Stephen Gately, Shane Lynch, Mikey Graham and Keith Duffy. Formed in 1994, the Irish superstars racked up 16 consecutive top five hits including six number ones, and have sold over 15 million albums.

CROWN BOSS SLIMS FOR WORLD RECORD BID

2009-04-20T07:59:00.000-07:00

Pictured above (from left to right): Mark Goodwin, Abbey Eyewear of Tickhill; Gill Starr; Simon Boguszewski, Vice Chairman of the Yorkshire Kidney Research Fund and Craig Dowie, Crown Hotel of Bawtry.

Crown Hotel boss Craig Dowie is pinching an inch to play a part in a world record attempt this summer.

Craig intends to slim down his expanding waistline by taking part in a 125-mile night cycle ride at Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio.

The 24-hour event on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th June is part of an Ultra Fitness World Record attempt to benefit the Bawtry hotel's adopted charity supportsimon.com, which aims to raise vital cash for the Yorkshire Kidney Research Fund.
"As I never have time to exercise properly, my 36-inch waist trousers have become very tight and I realise I need to do something about it," said Craig, whose hotel will raise funds for supportsimon.com throughout 2009 through a host of fundraising events. "This is a great opportunity to get involved in a record-breaking challenge, get fit and at the same time raise some money for a brilliant charity."

Craig, who will be joined and coached by Crown housekeeper and former Bawtry Health Club worker Gill Starr, is looking for sponsors to back him for every mile he pedals - or for every inch he loses off his waistline during the nine-hour marathon, and sponsorship forms for both Craig and Gill's challenge can be downloaded from the hotel's web site crownhotel-bawtry.com.

Supportsimon.com is a unique fundraising web site launched in 2007 by Simon Boguszewski and his daughter Jasmine, who at the age of nine recovered from a life-threatening kidney illness.

Since her recovery Simon, Jasmine and their family, of Bawtry, Doncaster have worked tirelessly to raise much-needed money for the Yorkshire Kidney Research Fund and aim to top their target of £6,000 by the end of the year.

Simon, together with fellow gym member Mark Goodwin, plans to work his way through a punishing 24-hour fitness schedule to set the new Ultra Fitness World Record - and the Crown's managing director Craig will be helping them on their way by pedalling back into a smaller suit.

Apart from the cycle ride, Simon and Mark will run a half-marathon carrying a 50lb rucksack, which they will also carry on a 10km speed walk. They will then x-train a full marathon, row a half-marathon, and complete a series of grueling work-outs including 1,000 press-ups , 1,250 bench step-ups and a lift of 250,000lbs (113 tonnes) of weight.

The big event will be followed by a Father's Day Sports Persons Dinner at The Crown Hotel on 21st June to raise more vital funds, and the charity is appealing to local businesses to provide auction prizes or to sponsor the world record attempt. Already supporting The Crown and Bawtry Health and Fitness Studio are Abbey Eyewear of Tickhill, Bawtry Mayflower School, Bawtry Church Hall and Yorkshire Wildlife Park.

FLYING FILLY PRODUCES ANOTHER BOLD SHOW

2009-04-01T02:33:00.000-07:00

Sills Vincero, one of a team of racehorses sponsored by The Crown, produced another bold show at Wolverhampton on Monday (30th March) when she took on older horses for the first time in a competitive five-furlong handicap.
Despite being the only three-year-old in the line-up, the daughter of Piccolo led for much of the way, only to be worn down in the final 50 yards, finishing a creditable third in the hands of top jockey Paul Hanagan.
Stable companion Wibbadune, also owned by Simon Mapletoft Racing and trained by Derek Shaw at Newark, ran in the same race but was unable to get competitive from her wide draw, under a big weight. She will now switch to the turf in the hope of supplementing her three wins on quick ground last summer.
Meanwhile, ex-Irish sprinter Circle Dance, another Wolverhampton winner for Simon Mapletoft, is set to return in a five-furlong handicap at Nottingham in mid-April.

CROWN HOSTS WEDDING OF THE YEAR

2009-03-23T07:32:00.000-07:00

The Crown Hotel at Bawtry provided the setting for the most unusual and talked about wedding of the year – but it was a race against the clock!

After beating thousands of hopefuls to win a dream wedding lucky listener Trina Middlebrook won Hallam FM's 'Get me to the church on time' contest for a £20,000 all-expenses-paid dream wedding to fiancé Shaun Hill.

On Friday 20th March the bride, Trina Middlebrook of Rossington, with the aid of Michelle from the Hallam FM breakfast show, trecked all the way from Gretna Green to the Crown Hotel and arrived at 2.25pm where the groom and all her friends and family were waiting. Arriving 25 minutes late meant that she had to walk down the isle to 90’s pop tune Mmm Bop by Hanson and all the Champagne was replaced by budget lager.

It was an amazingly exciting day for everyone but especially Trina who not only blagged a free lunch from a service station and free train tickets from York but also rode in huge monster truck and was delivered to the wedding on the back of a Harley Davidson along with a convoy of Harley Davidsons.

Craig Dowie, Director of The Crown Hotel, who helped to put the competition together, adds: “The build-up and the response to the day has been amazing. I can’t thank the Hallam FM team enough and all the companies that supported us on the day. I am sure we will be talking about this wedding for a long time to come.”

See Trina and Shaun's big day on www.hallamfm.co.uk

ANOTHER WIN FOR CROWN TEAM

2009-03-17T08:21:00.000-07:00

Circle Dance, one of the racehorses sponsored by The Crown Hotel, has won at Wolverhampton.

The four-year-old supplemented the recent success of stable companion Sills Vincero when landing a five-furlong maiden on the Polytrack.

Trained by Derek Shaw at Newark, and owned by Simon Mapletoft Racing, Circle Dance will now be given a short break before resuming on turf in April.

Sills Vincero, meanwhile, is due to run again at Lingfield on Friday 20th March, while multiple sprint winner Wibbadune returns at the Surrey track on Wednesday 18th March.

She also holds an entry in the £40,000 added Listed sprint at the prestigious Winter derby meeting at Lingfield this weekend.

Hallam FM and Crown Hotel Bawtry win a wedding competition

2009-03-16T08:48:00.000-07:00

The wedding is this Friday 20th March.

Listen out every morning to find out the what sneeky twists we have in store for the bride if she doesn't arrive on time!!!

So we know they're getting married this friday but who are Shaun & Trina?!!

The story so far

We've been together for 12 years and we have two great kids, Jack aged 9 and Luke aged 7. They're absolutely gorgeous. Obviously they take after their mother but Shaun, for some strange reason thinks that they take after him. We also have our family dog Obi (from star wars).

Four years ago now, we eventually got engaged. It was really romantic, down on one knee, the ring a total surprise and then went out for curry...told you it was romantic!!

So who is Shaun Hill ?!

Age: 37 (& a half)

Occupation: Site Manager/Joiner & Trinas labourer (slave)

Hobbies: Collecting tools never to be used, Music, Sci-fi models (saddo me)

Dislikes: Shopping, Pink stuff, Tuna pasta bakes, Own voice on radio, Trina on Lips xbox 360

Likes: Barbecues, Sky+, Adventures and days out, Cooking (usually for Trina), Gardening, Painting/drawing with kids, Not shopping. Oh nearly forgot....Beer and wine . . . Rum, Cider, Lager!!

So who is Trina Middlebrook ?!

Age: 32

Occupation: Payment Authorisation Co-ordinator & Shauns taxi service (and boss)

Hobbies: Shopping, Shopping, Music (not shauns crap)

Dislikes: Spiders, Anything else with more than four legs, Cooling towers - they freak me out, Gardening, Own voice on radio, Alton towers (large rides)

Likes: Reading, Bike riding with family, Swimming (every now and again), Eating out / Eating in (basically eating), Doing chores (not), Lips (great singer) xbox 360 (if you believe that), Oh shopping I forgot to mention that!

CROWN HORSE BACK IN THE SPOTLIGHT

2009-03-09T07:54:00.000-07:00

Sills Vincero, one of a team of racehorses sponsored by The Crown Hotel at Bawtry, has been back in the winner's enclosure for the second time in four days.

The three-year-old filly, owned by Simon Mapletoft Racing, finished second to hot favourite Itshim in a sprint handicap at Wolverhampton on Friday 21st February.

Earlier in the week the Derek Shaw runner, ridden by top jockey Paul Hanagan, won another handicap at the West Midlands track, and is due to return there for a similar race on Saturday 7th March.

Meanwhile, Simon Mapletoft Racing's star sprinter Wibbadune is due to make her comeback following a winter break at Lingfield on Wednesday 4th March. She will be carrying the Crown logo in the feature five-furlong handicap at the All-Weather track.

DINOSAURS DESCEND ON THE DOME

2009-02-24T06:36:00.000-08:00

Dinosaurs have descended on The Dome - and won't be leaving for a few weeks yet!
That's because the Doncaster venue is staging the BBC Walking With Prehistoric Life Exhibition, which runs until Sunday 15th March 2009.

The man responsible for bringing the exciting exhibition to the town is acclaimed naturalist Nigel Marven, who is well known for creating and presenting many wildlife television programmes including Incredible Journeys and Life Of Birds.

Nigel stayed at The Crown Hotel, Bawtry, before officially opening the Exhibition, and is pictured here with restaurant manager Amanda Pashley.

The event brings together for the first time all of the BBC's 'Walking With ...' exhibitions, taking visitors back to a time when dinosaurs, prehistoric beats and cavemen walked the earth. For more details check out www.the-dome.co.uk

CROWN IS FIRST PAST THE POST - AGAIN!

2009-02-18T03:46:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel was first past the post once again on Monday (16th February) when racehorse Sills Vincero won the Betdaq Handicap at Wolverhampton.

One of a team of horses sponsored by The Crown, the three-year-old filly defied a wide draw and a difficult passage to take the five-furlong sprint in the hands of top northern jockey Paul Hanagan.

Sills Vincero, trained by Derek Shaw at Newark and owned by Simon Mapletoft Racing, may now re-appear in a similar race at Wolverhampton on Friday night.

Simon, whose colours carry the Crown Hotel logo, said: "It was a very impressive performance, as she was pushed wide around both bends but still got up to win well. She had run with promise at Kempton previously and can hopefully build on this."

The filly, by successful sprint sire Piccolo, is pictured with Crown Managing Director Craig Dowie at the stables.

The Times Top Ten for the Crown Hotel at Bawtry 'Britain's 10 most outrageous hotel rooms'

2009-02-09T02:47:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel at Bawtry's executive suites have made a recent Times Top Ten - Britain's 10 most outrageous hotel rooms proving once again that this is a venue pushing the style boundaries.

Tom Chesshyre writes 'Room 501 is something else: vast, brightly purple, with an enormous bed and a giant picture of a human leg with a flower poking out between the toes.' The Crown Hotel rubs shoulders with the Pelirocco in Brighton, The Pavilion Hotel London W2 (where Naomi Campbell regularly stays) and the Malmaison Manchester in the list published online this week.
Known for a long list of famous guests who have passed through South Yorkshire, the hotel is located in the cosmopolitan town of Bawtry close to Doncaster, has fabulous links with the A1, M18 and M1 and Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport is just 3 miles away.

The amazing executive rooms are part of a suite of facilities which includes 76 bedrooms, meeting space for up to 200 delegates and a stunning restaurant which prides itself on local produce.

CROWN HORSES UNDER STARTER'S ORDERS

2009-02-09T02:38:00.000-08:00

The team of racehorses sponsored by the Crown Hotel has made an encouraging start to the new year, with ex-Irish performer Circle Dance coming the closest to winning on the All-Weather.

Simon Mapletoft Racing's sprinter has been placed in all four starts so far, including when second in a five-furlong maiden at Great Leighs in January. He has since overcome bad draws to be third in similar races at Kempton and Wolverhampton.

Another four-year-old, Know No Fear, also shaped with promise on his debut for Simon Mapletoft Racing's trainer Derek Shaw, finishing a staying on fourth in a competitive handicap at Great Leighs, while three-year-old Sills Vincero was an unlucky fourth in a Kempton handicap after being badly impeded in the closing stages when mounting her challenge.

Meanwhile, sprinter Wibbadune, who won five races in 2008, is back in full work and is due to run again later this month on the All-Weather, before resuming on turf in the spring.
Watch out for further updates ...

YOU'RE ON A WINNER WITH THE CROWN

2009-02-09T02:31:00.000-08:00

Bawtry's award-winning Crown Hotel is looking forward to being first past the post yet again after announcing a sponsorship deal with a prominent local racehorse owner.

This season The Crown's logo will be carried on the colours of Simon Mapletoft Racing, who have a string of horses in training with Derek Shaw at Newark in Nottinghamshire. Simon Mapletoft, also a presenter on At The Races on Sky Sports, is pictured with Crown Managing Director Craig Dowie, right, and the stable's apprentice jockey Lee Topliss, on board the promising three-year-old Sills Vincero. The Crown - the first choice hotel among racing professionals attending Doncaster Racecourse and the Bloodstock Sales - are also sponsoring six-times winner Wibbadune and exciting sprinters Know No Fear, a dual winner already, and ex-Irish speedball Circle Dance.

Announcing the deal, Craig said: "The Crown has become synonymous with horse racing and we are delighted to be associated with Simon Mapletoft, who is well known and highly respected for his work on television and for his success as a racehorse owner." Simon added: "The Crown Hotel has become the social hub among racing personalities during big race meetings such as the Lincoln Handicap and St Leger Festival and, through this sponsorship, will now enjoy profile on television and on the racecourse." Simon Mapletoft Racing have bought and raced nearly 40 winners, including Coconut Squeak, who landed the Listed Boadicea Fillies' Stakes at Newmarket in 2005. Other notable runners carrying the familiar orange and purple silks include dual York winner Treason Trial, sprinter Lady Protector and All-Weather specialists Tyzack and Mind Alert.

CROWN SCOOPS TWO AWARDS

2009-02-04T06:08:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel at Bawtry has scooped two top business accolades.

Doncaster's leading hotel joined forces with Doncaster Racecourse and the town's Keepmoat Stadium to win the prestigious Performance Through Partnership Award at the annual Doncaster Chamber of Commerce Awards night at The Dome on Thursday, 11th December.

The award, sponsored by Doncaster College, recognised The Crown's ability to seek out and develop partnerships which in turn delivered added value to customers and other stakeholders.
And it was a double celebration after The Crown landed the award for Outstanding Contribution to the Doncaster Economy. Judges found the popular hotel to have the edge over their fellow nominees in attracting wealth to the borough and influencing the lives of Doncaster residents.

CROWN HAS THE X-FACTOR!

2009-02-04T06:07:00.001-08:00

It's official ... The Crown Hotel has the X-Factor! Doncaster's favourite hotel has been hitting all the right notes with contestants from this year's popular television talent show. X-factor finalists who have been headlining at Doncaster's Karisma nightclub every Saturday have been staying at The Crown in Bawtry.

Stacey Charlesworth, Reservations Manager (left), and Restaurant Manager Amanda Pashley (right) are pictured with crooner Daniel. Spanish-born singer Ruth Lorenzo, who made it to the final five with her powerful rock ballads, has also been on the guestlist. Just goes to show, you never know who you might bump into at The Crown ...

CROWN HOSTS CHINESE TEACHERS

2009-02-04T06:05:00.000-08:00

Chinese was on the menu at The Crown Hotel, Bawtry, on Thursday 22nd November, but it was food for thought that satisfied the hunger of a visiting delegation of business lecturers.
The party from China was in Doncaster to learn more about the function of the Doncaster Business School, which is based at the town's University Centre.

It was the first visit of its kind to be organised as a result of a newly formed partnership between Doncaster College and The Crown Hotel. Delegates were given a guided tour of The Crown before taking a Yorkshire tapas lunch. Earlier they visited Brodsworth Hall and Conisbrough Castle and rounded off their visit by shopping at some local stores in Bawtry.

Katey Dent, The Crown's Sales Manager is pictured, front row second left, with the visitors. She said: "The Crown is committed to partnering with local organisations and events such as this open up exciting opportunities for everyone involved."

MUD FLIES AT THE CROWN!

2009-02-04T06:03:00.000-08:00

The mud was flying at the Crown Hotel, Bawtry - and boss Craig Dowie was on the receiving end!

Staff at the Bawtry hotel got the chance to sling the sludge at their Managing Director, but Craig took it on the chin - and just about everywhere else – for a worthy cause!

The Crown staff were raising much-needed funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, which raises money to fight the degenerative condition that affects more than 7,500 babies, children and young adults every year.

“It was only a fiver for a bucketful of gunge, so my staff were queuing up" grinned a mud-spattered Craig. "They all took their revenge but raised over £100 for a tremendous charity, so it was worth the humiliation!"

A PERFECT MATCH

2009-02-04T06:01:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel in Bawtry has again proved itself to be in a league of its own having teamed up with Doncaster Rovers Belles Ladies Football Club in a sponsorship deal with the club’s leading striker Liz Hansen.

Canadian born Liz who lives on Cortes Island which is close to Vancouver Island in British Columbia joined the Rovers Belles last summer from American W-League side Cocoa Expos and has now returned to Doncaster for a second season at the Keepmoat Stadium.

Liz was the fourth highest goal scorer in the FA Tesco Women’s Premier League last season, helping the Rovers Belles secure sixth position in the league.

Director of The Crown Hotel, Craig Dowie, says: “We are very pleased to sponsor Liz and to further strengthen our links with the Keepmoat Stadium. We heard that Liz was looking for a place to stay for the season and we are now providing her with accommodation for her stay. We wish the Rovers Belles all the best for the coming season.”

Doncaster Rovers Belles are one of the best known of all England's women’s football teams and have developed an identity distinctively their own.

The Crown Hotel also knows what it takes to stay ahead of the game. Thanks to a recent £4m investment, The Crown is one of the most stylish and contemporary hotels in the region, with its modern executive rooms, world class restaurant and vibrant atmosphere.

IN THE FRAME

2009-02-04T05:59:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel in Bawtry has proved itself yet again to be fully in the ‘frame’ as a popular choice for celebrities as stars ‘cue’ up to stay there – the hotel most recently having played host to sporting legends Jimmy White and Alex Higgins.

The two internationally renowned snooker icons recently played at Doncaster’s Dome as part of their UK tour and chose to stay at The Crown along with their entourage!

Jimmy White has won 23 professional titles and has been runner up six times in the Snooker World Championships whilst Alex Higgins, described as snooker’s most outrageously talented player, won the World Professional Snooker Championship when he was 23.

Restaurant Manager at The Crown, Amanda Pashley, says: “It is fantastic to come face to face with some of the most famous sporting names of all time. Working at The Crown, you never quite know who you will bump into!”

In the same way that both Jimmy White and Alex Higgins know what it takes to stay ahead of the competition with professionalism, presentation and precision, The Crown Hotel also strives to top the score board in its own field.

Thanks to a recent £4 million investment, The Crown is one of the most stylish and contemporary hotels in the region, with its state of the art executive rooms, world class restaurant and vibrant atmosphere.

Other celebrities that have recently chosen to stay at The Crown include popular fashion stylist and TV personality, Gok Wan, and pop phenomenon Boyzone.
If you would like to make a reservation, request a brochure, or receive details of the hotel’s facilities call on 01302 710 341 or visit http://www.crownhotel-bawtry.com/.

BOYZONE LOVE THE CROWN HOTEL FOR A REASON

2009-02-04T05:03:00.000-08:00

SUPERSTAR singers Boyzone holed up in a South Yorkshire hotel for secret rehearsals ahead of their reunion tour.

The band – famous for hits in the 1990s including Picture of You, Words and Father and Son – spent five nights at The Crown Hotel in Bawtry, Doncaster, while rehearsing in a secret location, thought to be a warehouse in the north of Doncaster near the A1.

Ronan, Stephen, Mikey, Shane and Keith arrived with a fleet of tour buses and took up around 55 rooms at the four star hotel in order to rehearse for their up and coming reunion tour which starts tomorrow.

Hotel staff had been told to keep the visit under wraps until the band had left the venue.
And with the band now out of town, hotel sales manager Katey Dent said: "It was fantastic having them to stay.

"They were all really lovely guys, and were happy to chat to staff and guests after their long rehearsals.

"We would love to have them back."

CELEBRITY STYLIST STAYS AT THE CROWN

2009-02-04T03:12:00.000-08:00

The Crown Hotel in Bawtry played host to a very special guest recently in the form of popular fashion stylist & TV personality, Gok Wan.

The TV presenter, best known for his individual sense of style, choose to stay at The Crown whilst he was on location in Doncaster filming for an impending TV show.

Just as Gok is famous for improving people’s physical appearance and giving them a stylish new image, The Crown Hotel has also recently benefited from a £4 million makeover, giving it a chic and contemporary new look and transforming it into one of the most stylish and sophisticated hotels in the region.

Amanda Pashley, restaurant manager at The Crown had the pleasure of bumping into the star during his stay and said: “I was very excited to meet Gok, I’m a big fan. He was absolutely charming and very friendly, just as he appears to be on TV, and as you would expect he looked super stylish!”

If you would like to make a reservation, request a brochure, or for details of the hotel’s facilities call on: 01302 710 341 or visit the website http://www.crownhotel-bawtry.com/.

FANCY A NIBBLE AT THE CROWN?

2009-02-04T02:54:00.000-08:00

If you fancy a nibble, then get yourself down to The Crown Hotel in Bawtry, where the introduction of complimentary bar nibbles is going down a treat!

The Crown has created its very own tasty bar nibbles in the form of spicy parsnip crisps, for guests to enjoy whilst having a relaxing drink in the informal atmosphere of the hotel’s bar.

The complimentary crisps have been created using locally sourced parsnips and will be served in a range of flavours, including: Cayenne, Cajun, Sea Salt & Black Pepper, and every evening a different flavour of the tasty morsels will be served up in generous helpings for guests to share.

Hotel Director, Craig Dowie said the moorish crisps were already proving extremely popular: “Many of the guests in the hotel bar are people who are enjoying a pre-dinner drink before moving through to the hotel restaurant or small groups of friends who are popping in to enjoy the warm atmosphere of the bar before heading off for a night out in town, so they are looking for something light to nibble on with their beer or glass of wine. “The parsnips crisps were the perfect solution, they’re light, tasty, healthy and very moorish, and they make a welcome change to the usual greasy crisps or a boring packet of peanuts! Not only that, parsnips are often featured on the menu at The Crown, so it’s a great way of using up what we have in stock, rather than wasting it.”

In addition to the bar nibbles, The Crown has a Tapas menu to compliment the extensive menu already available in the hotel’s restaurant, which is available in the bar between 10am-6pm Monday to Friday.
For details, call The Crown Hotel on 01302 710341 or check out the website http://www.crownhotel-bawtry.com/.

AWARD WINNING YORKSHIRE BEEF AT THE CROWN

2009-02-04T02:48:00.000-08:00

if you want to sample the very best local produce then be sure to visit The Crown Hotel in Bawtry, where the award winning beef is scoring top marks with customers.

Local farmer, Gerard Farmer of Croft Bank Farm in Westwoodside is the latest supplier to have been contracted to supply prime cuts of beef to the four star hotel on Bawtry Rd.

Gerard comes from a generation of Arable farmers and began rearing his award-winning breed of Red Poll cows about 5 years ago. The Red Poll cows are a native breed and are known as ‘dual purpose’, which means that as well as producing brilliant beef, they also produce excellent milk.

Head chef, Caroline Rhodes said: “I am a big believer in knowing where our food comes from, and that’s why always try to use fresh local produce whenever possible. When Gerard approached us to supply his beef, we were more than happy to give it a try in the form of 10-12oz fillet, sirloin, rump and rib eye steaks.

“The response from our customers was excellent, the quality of the beef really shone through in terms of texture and taste, and I had absolutely no hesitation in signing up for more of the succulent steaks, which are now regular feature on our menu.”

Gerard said: “I have been aware of The Crown’s excellent reputation for quite some time, and I am naturally delighted to be associated with such a quality establishment.
“Before selecting a hotel to supply, I did a lot of research into hotels in the area, and The Crown was a clear winner, as I believe it is trying to achieve what I want to achieve in terms of quality, presentation and price. “

Proud to be part of the DeliciouslyYorskhire brand the Crown Hotel in Bawtry promotes and recognises the distinct and diverse variety of Yorkshire Produce.
The Crown's Restaurant is open on Sunday to Friday, 6.00pm -10.00pm, Saturday 6.00pm-10.30pm and for lunch Monday to Friday, 12.00am -2.00pm.For details or to book a table call The Crown Hotel on 01302 710341 or check out the website www.crownhotel-bawtry.com.