Engagement & Anniversaries
Celebrate anniversaries or engagements with a memorable event from elegant lunches to dinner dances or simply a party to celebrate with your loved ones.
Other All Events
Frank McNamara’s Coldplay Candlelight Dinner Experience – 11th October 2025
Frank McNamara’s Coldplay Candlelight Dinner Experience – 11th October 2025
Renowned pianist Frank McNamara & The Bridgerton String Quartet reimagining Coldplay’s iconic hits in the enchanting glow of 1000 candles.
Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of Coldplay’s greatest hits while indulging in a delectable dinner. This event promises to be a unique and unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
Psychic Night with Carla Smith – 10th February 2026
Psychic Night with Carla Smith – 10th February 2026
Enjoy an evening of mediumship with Carla Smith while she connects with your loved ones & friends in the spirit world.
Not everyone will receive a message but Carla will try to get to as many as possible.
The bar will be open
Tickets are £12.50 plus online booking
Free parking
Over 18’s only
The After Show Party – November 21st 2025
The After Show Party
Having all been interviewed on the infamous Jenny James Show that morning, light-hearted teasing turns to full-blown arguments as interviewees condone each other’s’ behaviour. But when one of them ends up dead, there’s a more serious matter to be discussed – one not suitable for the likes of day-time television. Time to call in the detectives!
from £65 pp
70’s Jukebox Christmas Lunch Party – November 2025
70’s Jukebox Christmas Lunch Party 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th November 2025
For the 2025 Christmas Party Season, be transported you back to the 70s, to the days of flares, platforms and the Bay City Rollers.
Bring to life your favourite memories from the decade that brought you Disco and Glam Rock! Have a boogie to Queen, the Bee Gees, and a whole host of your favourite 70s hits including some festive favourites from Slade and Wizzard.
For those who wish to dress to impress, we would love to see your funky flares and platforms if you dare! Our favourite outfit will win a prize! (Dressing up is optional.) Take your chance on the popular Greatdays’ Charity Raffle and enjoy a three-course festive meal at one of our fabulous four star venues.
So join us for great food and music at our truly groovy Christmas Party lunch.
Held in association with Greatdays Travel Group
To book:
Call: 0161 928 3242
or email: sales@greatdays.co.uk
Tickets: £49 pp
Price includes:
Welcome tea/coffee and mince pies
90 minutes of premium entertainment performed by two talented entertainers
3 course set festive lunch with tea/coffee
Charity raffle
Overnight Prices – Available on request
Optional Dress Code – Fancy dress is optional but highly encouraged.
Twas The Night Before Christmas – 4th December 2025
Twas The Night Before Christmas
It is Christmas Eve 1987 and you are part of Smartoys staff Christmas party. This year, Fiona Smartley-Price (Smartoy’s CEO) has extra cause to celebrate because the company have achieved having the Christmas Number 1 toy in the shops. Mouseville Friends is that toy and was the brainchild of Siobhan (Fiona’s daughter and a managing director of the company). She launched the new toy along with her fiancée Noel Thurst who is a television executive that has launched an animated series based on the toys. This has just completed its first series on CBBC. Will the celebrations continue all night long or will sinister happenings halt them?
From £69PP
A Darker Shade of Murder 23rd January 2026
A Darker Shade of Murder 23rd January 2026
You are welcomed here tonight for the official launch of JH Enterprises, headed by the wife of Brendan Hawthorne. Hawthorne Industries previously owned by Brendan ceased trading and is now under investigation. With pensions pots running dry Investors monies swallowed up, and a marriage on the rocks, will investors seek revenge, will relationships become full of suspicion, has a well know face returned to the scene? And will there be Murder tonight?
from £69PP
GALA DINNERS
GALA DINNERS
Host your next event at Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel within one of our private dining rooms, bars, and banqueting areas, where our dedicated events team will meticulously handle every detail to ensure that your event unfolds seamlessly.
Masonic Lodges & Associations
Masonic Lodges & Associations
When searching for the perfect venue Kent has plenty to offer, but few can match Mercure Maidstone Hotel for flexibility, facilities and location.
We accommodate from 20 to 340 guests and pride ourselves in delivering fantastic and successful Ladies Festival and Masonic Lodge events.
With a variety of function suites our friendly team will be on hand to help you plan your weekend Masonic event and execute every element with attention to detail.
Award Dinners & Events
Award Dinners & Events
With the pressures of daily life, it can often be difficult to step back and take stock of your achievements. Organising an awards dinner allows you to gather a group of inspirational individuals to express gratitude and recognize their valuable contributions.
Our experienced events team is dedicated to ensuring your awards dinner is a seamless and memorable occasion from the initial planning to the awards night itself.
Reach out to us today to start planning an unforgettable awards event that will leave a lasting impression on all attendees.
