Coming to terms with the loss of a loved one is something we will all experience at some stage in our lives. As well as coping with the grief there is the addition of arranging a wake for family and friends at short notice.

We have a range of beautiful and peaceful function rooms to choose from that will create exactly the right atmosphere and ambiance whether you are planning a small private occasion or a large gathering. The Stage Suites at Holiday Inn Leicester - Wigston has a private entrance, private cloakroom with guest facilities as well as a private function bar.

If you are making funeral arrangements we can assist you in organising a Celebration of Life for your loved one. Leave the planning with us and we will arrange a professional, sympathetic and warm approach in your time of need, with the expertise to provide a fitting occasion to ensure that your loved one will be remembered with dignity.

The ideal Wake, Memorial Party and Funeral Tea venue in Leicester:

Complimentary onsite parking for up to 150 vehicles
• Special accommodation prices for your travelling guests
• Recently refurbished following a multi-million pound investment
• Event space for up to 350 guests
• Bespoke and customised menus available to suite your requirements

Please find below some example menus from £12.00 per person. Our chefs can also offer a bespoke menu should you prefer and we also have self-catering facilities available should you wish to source your own caterers.

Arrival drinks and receptions can also be arranged to include house white/red wine, bottled beer, Spirits, Sherry, Port, soft drinks. However bespoke packages to suit your requirements for Celebration of Life can be priced and we also offer the option of corkage.

MENU 1

A selection of finger sandwiches, homemade fruit and plain scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, a selection of cakes and pastries and freshly brewed tea or coffee.

MENU 2

Platters of assorted sandwiches, a selection of mini quiches, pork pie, sausage rolls and crisps, a selection of mini cakes and freshly brewed tea or coffee.

MENU 3

Selection of olives and pickles, mozzarella pesto and sun dried tomato bruschetta, confit tomato, anchovy and black olive tartlets, cured salmon gravlax, dill crème fraiche crostini’s, honey roast ham and grain mustard focaccia, egg mayonnaise and watercress focaccia, tuna with red onion and lemon mayonnaise and rocket wrap, mini vegetable spring rolls, spiced lamb samosa’s, chorizo, chili and oregano pizza, tomato and mozzarella pizza, cream profiteroles with chocolate sauce, homemade cake served with Tea & Coffee.

CONTACT US

Meetings & events

For more information and reservations,
please contact our Events Team:

+ 44 116 288 6161

events@hileicesterwigston.com

loss of a loved one

loss of a loved one

Coming to terms with the loss of a loved one is something we will all experience at some stage in our lives. As well as coping with the grief there is the addition of arranging a wake for family and friends at short notice.