Information regarding recent developments at Bader College and Herstmonceux Castle. (20/11/2023)

Recently, we have learned about a number of structural issues at the Castle requiring immediate attention, including repairs needed to the south wall of the building. A structural engineer visited the Castle two weeks ago and confirmed that the situation is more serious than previously understood.
As a result, portions of the Castle have closed to ensure the health and safety of students, staff, and faculty, and out of an abundance of caution, all operations at the Castle have been suspended. Academic programming at Bader College has moved online until the end of the fall term, and students will continue their studies in January at the Kingston, Ontario, campus of Queen’s University in Canada. Bader College staff and professionals from Queen’s University are working very hard to ensure a smooth transition for all involved.
Bader College continues to assess the situation and the full extent of the work needed, but it is clear at this point that repairs to the Castle will take at least 12-18 months. Additionally, a complete survey of other areas of the Castle will be undertaken in late January/early February.
We realise this may be distressing news for many within the local community, and those with close ties to Bader College and the Castle. As much as possible, we will keep you informed about ongoing developments at the Castle.

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Tea and Coffee £3.50

Jugs of Juice £7.00 per jug
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Selection of meat, and vegetarian sandwiches

Vegetable samosas with mango chutney

BBQ chicken kebabs

Selection of crudités with assorted dips

Bruschetta with tomato, mozzarella and balsamic glaze

Cocktail sausages with honey and herbs

Peanut butter flap jack

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Selection of sandwiches and wraps with meat, vegetarian and fish fillings

Smoked salmon and cream cheese roulade

Warm mini steak and ale pie

Warm mini roasted root vegetable pie

Assorted Indian savouries with chilli and mango dip

Pork pie and pickle Chocolate Brownie

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MENU 1 £21.00 per person

Hot carved roasted rib of beef and honey roasted gammon

Nut roast

Hot buttered new potatoes with herbs

Fresh garden salad

MENU 2 £22.00 per person

Tomato and basil penne

Pieces of diced chicken breast cooked in tomato with olives and tarragon

Tuscany bean cassoulet flavoured with garlic and flat leaf parsley

Fresh green salad

Garlic bread

MENU 3 £24.00 per person

Chicken paella

Vegetable paella

Spanish omelette

Fresh green salad

Selection of breads

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Fruit scone with cream and jam

Afternoon Tea £8.50 per person
Sandwiches, fruit scone, cream and jam

Traditional Afternoon Tea £10.00 per person
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Cheese Buffet

MENU 1 £11.75 per person

Cheddar and Stilton with accompaniments

MENU 2 £14.95 per person

Brie, Cheddar and Stilton with accompaniments

Accompaniments

Bread and Crackers, Pickles and Piccalilli, Pickled Onions, Celery, Grapes, Homebaked Gammon or Pork Pies

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