
B4 Mid-Summer Platinum Dinner in The Yurt at Nicholsons
B4 Members are invited to join us for a mid-summer’s dinner in The Yurt at Nicholsons, a beautiful setting for a relaxed dinner.
Following reception drinks and canapés, we’ll hear from Nicholsons , who will tell us more about the organisation’s sustainability focus, followed by a sumptuous three course meal using seasonal produce. All guests will have the opportunity to choose from three starters, mains and desserts.
Places are limited to just 56 so please do book early to avoid disappointment. Guests will be seated on tables of eight so if you would like to book one of the seven tables of eight for you and your guests, please select this option.
ABOUT THE YURT
The Yurt at Nicholsons offers a unique dining experience with exquisite, locally sourced menus in a relaxed setting with a warm welcome from the smiling team. Combined with Head Chef Andrew’s fabulous food, you are guaranteed a unique and special experience you will want to return to.
As stated on the Nicholsons website. “Our menus are curated by Andrew who takes pride in fabulous flavours. All menus offer a variety of dishes using seasonal ingredients and cater for all dietary requirements. In our drive for sustainability we are focusing on locally sourced, seasonal, and innovative menus.”
ABOUT NICHOLSONS
Nicholsons is situated at The Park in North Aston with a 22 acre nursery growing peat free plants under the UK Plant Healthy Scheme.
Nicholsons employs over 170 qualified and professional staff to manage their annual turnover of over £12 million. The core business is focussed on landscape services from Garden Design and construction through to planting and maintenance by highly trained individuals. As founding members of the not for profit Forest Canopy Foundation, the forestry division has over 40 years of designing and maintaining woodlands across the region and are leaders in planting for Climate Change mitigation.
Forming long terms relationships with our clients, Nicholsons can offer reliability in supporting you managing your gardens, landscapes and woodlands across the region.
On Friday 21st January 2022 the merger of Nicholsons and Lockhart Garratt was announced. By combining two of the industry’s most experienced service providers in landscape design, forestry and environmental planning, Nicholsons Lockhart Garratt can now offer a unified high-quality service to all clients, integrating consultancy advice with contracting support, providing continuity and reassurance for plant supply, resources and materials.
Dress code: Summer Dress (please note The Yurt can get quite warm on hot days so lightweight clothing is recommended)
Parking: Ample parking on-site
Transport: Please do contact Nick Breakspear from B4 Platinum Members Royal Cars at nick.breakspear@royal-cars.com to book transportation for this event if required. Nick will be pleased to assist with any requirements you may have for this event or your general private car needs.
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