Pianist Louise
Venues
Venues
Venues can really make or break a successful day, as I’m sure you’ve found out! I have played at a great variety but listed here are some of those that I have visited regualarly and found most friendly:
Dunston Hall Hotel
De Vere Dunston Hall Hotel, Ipswich Road, Norwich. NR14 8PQ
01508 470444
www.devere.co.uk
Luxury four star mansion. I play their grand piano in the Fontaine Restaurant on special dates during the year (eg Valentine's Day) and on some Saturday evenings. Their marquee also makes for a beautiful wedding reception setting.
Wensum Valley Hotel
Golf & Country Club
Beech Avenue, Taverham, Norwich. NR8 6HP
01603 261012
www.wensumvalleyhotel.co.uk
For all your Sunday carvery needs!
There are two excellent Yamaha pianos there used for various functions.
Brasted's
Brasted's Manor Farm Barns, Framlingham Pigot
Norwich. NR14 7PZ
01508 491112
www.brasteds.co.uk
Discerning and discreet service, winning the EDP Restaurant of the Year award in both 2005 and 2006. Also offers specialist dining with themed dinners.
I often play for weddings, corporate events and on their own 'Brasted's' piano on Saturday evenings - call to confirm!
The Cornwallis
The Cornwallis Country Hotel, Brome, Diss, Norfolk.
Historic setting contains a beautiful dining room with conservatory off and gardens which are not overlooked.
Yaxley Hall
Yaxley Hall, Eye, Suffolk.
IP23 8BY
01379 788869
www.yaxleyhall.com
The most private venue I know with no other guests on the premises. Recently restored with a stunning barrel-vaulted ceremony room equipped with a Harrod's piano.