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                        <title><![CDATA[Wellness & Yoga Brunch - Saturday 26th September 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
                        <description>Take this time as an invitation to pause. To breathe, move gently and reconnect with yourself. This wellbeing brunch is designed to restore balance to your body and calm to your mind. A moment of nourishment through sound, stillness and conversation.</description>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">Take this time as an invitation to pause. To breathe, move gently and reconnect with yourself. This wellbeing brunch is designed to restore balance to your body and calm to your mind. A moment of nourishment through sound, stillness and conversation.
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Enjoy a restorative and immersive half-day retreat within the comfort of Morley Hayes. This exclusive session combines mindful movement, breathwork, journaling, and sound therapy encouraging guests to reset, reconnect, and nourish both body and mind. Weather dependent, part of the day may take place in our serene gardens.
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9:00am -&nbsp;Welcome   Arrival
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9:30am -&nbsp;Guided Breathwork Session
10:15am -&nbsp;Mindfulness Journaling Experience
10.45am -&nbsp;Sound Bath Meditation
11.45am - Brunch
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&pound;49.00 per person
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Please bring your own yoga mat, pillow   blanket
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For further information or to make a reservation please contact&nbsp;our events office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com...<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1784904720/article/wellness-yoga-brunch-saturday-26th-september-2026.html">Continue Reading &rarr;</a> You\'re reading <a href='https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1784904720/article/wellness-yoga-brunch-saturday-26th-september-2026.html?s=email'>Wellness &amp; Yoga Brunch - Saturday 26th September 2026</a> by <b>Megan Beardsley</b>,
posted on <a href='https://morleyhayes.com'>Morley Hayes</a>.<br></article></div>
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                                                                        <author>helen.sparks@morleyhayes.com (Megan Beardsley)</author>
                        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:54:42 +0100</pubDate>
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                        <title><![CDATA[The Squeaky Blinders Comedy Murder Mystery - Saturday 31st October 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
                        <description>By order of the Squeaky Blinders: a murder mystery parody</description>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">By order of the Squeaky Blinders: a murder mystery parody
The year is 1920, and you find yourselves at The Garrison Pub in Birmingham, where the Smelby family are hosting a night you won't forget&mdash;if you survive it! They are having a wake for a famous (and heavily indebted) ale brewer - and with Aunt Poll running things, what could possibly go wrong? But after a rival gangster gate-crashes the party, things quickly descend into a web of intrigue, kidnapping and..... MURDER!
So join us this Halloween for our fun filled comedy Murder Mystery Parody,
The Squeaky Blinders.
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STARTER
Potato and onion soup, cheddar cheese croutons v
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MAIN COURSE
Steak and Guinness pie or Mushroom and leek pie v
Served with colcannon mash and seasonal vegetables
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PUDDING
Warm apple tart, Jameson Irish whiskey cream v
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TO FINISH
Freshly made coffee or tea with mints
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&pound;49.50 per person
Includes a three course meal   live entertainment from Big Head Events
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10:30pm last orders for 11:00pm finish
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Make it extra special with an overnight stay from an additional &pound;96.00 per person*
Accommodation inclusive of an Executive bedroom and Derbyshire breakfast based on double occupancy. *&pound;40.00 single supplement
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our Events Office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com
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Pre-payment and pre-order required prior to the event....<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1776345000/article/the-squeaky-blinders-comedy-murder-mystery-saturda.html">Continue Reading &rarr;</a> You\'re reading <a href='https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1776345000/article/the-squeaky-blinders-comedy-murder-mystery-saturda.html?s=email'>The Squeaky Blinders Comedy Murder Mystery - Saturday 31st October 2026</a> by <b>Megan Beardsley</b>,
posted on <a href='https://morleyhayes.com'>Morley Hayes</a>.<br></article></div>
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                                                                        <author>helen.sparks@morleyhayes.com (Megan Beardsley)</author>
                        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:12:10 +0100</pubDate>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Robbie Williams Tribute Night- Friday 18th September 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">Back by popular demand!
Internationally renowned Robbie Williams tribute artist Matt Byrne has been impersonating &lsquo;Mr. Entertainer&rsquo; all over the world since 2003.
Let him entertain you with his energetic stage presence and cheeky and comical attitude, culminating in an unrivalled Robbie show&nbsp;(aside from the man himself!).
&nbsp;
From 7.30pm
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ON ARRIVAL
Glass of house prosecco, bottle of Hawkstone
or Non alcoholic sparkling wine
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MAIN COURSE
&lsquo;Marry me&rsquo; chicken: sun-dried tomatoes, herb and parmesan cream sauce, parmentier potatoes and seasonal vegetables
or
Aubergine parmigiana, tomato and garlic sauce,
fresh basil, seasonal vegetables v
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PUDDING
Sicilian lemon cheesecake, fresh raspberries
&nbsp;
&pound;55.00 per person
Includes an arrival drink, 2-course meal, live entertainment   disco till 12.30am
&nbsp;
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our
events office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com
&nbsp;
Make it extra special with an overnight stay from an additional &pound;96.00 per person*
Accommodation inclusive of an Executive bedroom and Derbyshire breakfast based on double occupancy. *&pound;40.00 single supplement
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our Events Office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com
&nbsp;
Pre-payment and pre-order required prior to the event.
&nbsp;...<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1776344400/article/robbie-williams-tribute-night-friday-18th-septembe.html">Continue Reading &rarr;</a> You\'re reading <a href='https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1776344400/article/robbie-williams-tribute-night-friday-18th-septembe.html?s=email'>Robbie Williams Tribute Night- Friday 18th September 2026</a> by <b>Megan Beardsley</b>,
posted on <a href='https://morleyhayes.com'>Morley Hayes</a>.<br></article></div>
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                        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:03:55 +0100</pubDate>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Spooktacular Children's Halloween Party - Saturday 31st October 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
                        <description>Join us for a frightfully fun Children&#039;s Halloween Party, starting with a delicious Afternoon Tea filled with tasty treats! Then, get ready to dance the afternoon away at our Halloween Disco, with thrilling tunes and fun games. All children will receive a party bag of Halloween novelties.</description>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">Join us for a frightfully fun Children's Halloween Party, starting with a delicious Afternoon Tea filled with tasty treats! Then, get ready to dance the afternoon away at our Halloween Disco, with thrilling tunes and fun games. All children will receive a party bag of Halloween novelties.
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Childrens Afternoon Tea BoxCheddar cheese sandwich vBaked ham sandwich Pom bears vSausage rollHalloween gingerbread vHalloween cupcake vA soft drink
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Adult Afternoon Tea MenuA selection of Morley Hayes finger sandwiches to include;Baked ham, Farmhouse cheddar cheese v, Coronation chicken, Egg mayonnaise and mustard cress vHomemade scones served with local raspberry jam, and clotted cream vA selection of homemade cakesFreshly brewed coffee or tea
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&pound;28.95 adults &pound;17.95 child (under 12)Inclusive of afternoon tea, disco, goody bag and prizes!
&nbsp;
Make it extra special with an overnight stay from an additional &pound;96.00 per person
Accommodation inclusive of an Executive bedroom and Derbyshire breakfast based on double occupancy. &pound;40.00 single supplement
&nbsp;
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our Events Office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com
&nbsp;
Pre-payment and pre-order required prior to the event....<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1772531280/article/spooktacular-childrens-halloween-party-saturday-31.html">Continue Reading &rarr;</a> You\'re reading <a href='https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1772531280/article/spooktacular-childrens-halloween-party-saturday-31.html?s=email'>Spooktacular Children's Halloween Party - Saturday 31st October 2026</a> by <b>Megan Beardsley</b>,
posted on <a href='https://morleyhayes.com'>Morley Hayes</a>.<br></article></div>
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                                                                        <author>helen.sparks@morleyhayes.com (Megan Beardsley)</author>
                        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Bat Walk with Owl Handling - Sunday 6th September 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
                        <description>Nothing quite matches the atmosphere of a night-time walk, particularly when you are searching for one of the most mysterious and misunderstood animals - bats.</description>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">Nothing quite matches the atmosphere of a night-time walk, particularly when you are searching for one of the most mysterious and misunderstood animals - bats.
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Local ecologist, Beverley Rhodes, will lead you on dusk walk through Morley Hayes in search of bats in their natural habitat. You'll learn all about the different bat species and their behaviours. Using electronic detectors, we will listen for their echo-location calls as they whizz around in search of food.
&nbsp;
Prior to the walk you will be served a delicious home-cooked meal, and Beverley will also bring her two barn owls so you will have the opportunity to hold one prior to the walk.
&nbsp;
MENURoast chicken breast, leek and bacon cream, Lyonnaise potatoes and seasonal vegetables
VEGETARIAN: Shallot tart, roasted feta, honey and thyme and seasonal vegetables v
Served with a glass of house red, white or rose wine followed by freshly made tea or coffee with mints
&nbsp;
&pound;29.95 per personIncludes a 1 course meal, owl handling, walk and talk with bat expert
&nbsp;
5.15pm Arrival 5.30pm Meal served in the Pavilion Suite 7.15pm Owl Handling7.45pm Bat Walk Commences 10.00pm Walk Finishes
&nbsp;
It is advisable to bring a torch for walking in the low light. We recommend comfortable outdoor clothing, with warm and waterproof layers. Please wear suitable footwear for walking on uneven terrain. Please note the format may change on the evening
&nbsp;
Make it extra special with an overnight stay from an additional &pound;96.00 per person
Accommodation inclusive of an Executive bedroom and Derbyshire breakfast based on double occupancy. &pound;40.00 single supplement
&nbsp;
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our Events Office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com
&nbsp;
Pre-payment and pre-order required prior to the event....<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1772530200/article/bat-walk-with-owl-handling-sunday-6th-septem</article></div>
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                                                                        <author>helen.sparks@morleyhayes.com (Megan Beardsley)</author>
                        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:37:38 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Dinner with guest speaker Irita Marriott - Thursday 15th October 2026 [Blogging]]]></title>
                        <description>Get an insight into television presenter and auctioneer Irita Marriott&amp;rsquo;s background and career journey. Her passion for antiques is unmistakable, reflected in her regular television appearances as an antiques dealer and in the ownership and operation of her own auction house in Melbourne, at the heart of Derbyshire.</description>
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                            <div><article class="rssWrap">Get an insight into television presenter and auctioneer Irita Marriott&rsquo;s background and career journey. Her passion for antiques is unmistakable, reflected in her regular television appearances as an antiques dealer and in the ownership and operation of her own auction house in Melbourne, at the heart of Derbyshire.
&nbsp;
Guests are welcome to bring one item per couple for Irita to value during the dinner.
&nbsp;
The evening will conclude with a Q A session with Irita.
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STARTERButternut squash soup, sage, cr&egrave;me fraiche v
MAIN COURSEHoney glazed loin of local pork, caramelised apples, roasted potatoes, sage and cider gravyRed onion, beetroot and blue cheese tart, walnut crumb v
PUDDINGLemon meringue pie, double cream
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&pound;42.50 per personincludes guest speaker, 3-course meal and a valuation of one item per couple
&nbsp;
To finish at 11.00pm
&nbsp;
For further information or to make a reservation please contact our events office on 01332 782005 or email events@morleyhayes.com...<a href="https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1765989000/article/dinner-with-guest-speaker-irita-marriott-thursday.html">Continue Reading &rarr;</a> You\'re reading <a href='https://morleyhayes.com/forthcoming-events/perma/1765989000/article/dinner-with-guest-speaker-irita-marriott-thursday.html?s=email'>Dinner with guest speaker Irita Marriott - Thursday 15th October 2026</a> by <b>Megan Beardsley</b>,
posted on <a href='https://morleyhayes.com'>Morley Hayes</a>.<br></article></div>
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                                                                        <author>helen.sparks@morleyhayes.com (Megan Beardsley)</author>
                        <pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:30:49 +0000</pubDate>
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