The Hunted (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

It’s the time of the year where the Kirk-Moulding family host the local event. Welcoming the community onto the grounds for a long traditional “get together”. The kids love it and the parents enjoy the atmosphere. But it’s not just the event going on. A serial killer is on loose and threatens the integrity of this fantastic tradition. 

After an amazing day it has now come to the evening party for the Kirk-Moulding family and parents to let down their hair. But in the background, there has already been two deaths, with many more to come!! With staff, guests and family members dying, no one is safe, not even the police!!

The Diplomats (Optional Costume – Dinner Jackets and Ball Gowns)

The leader of the small European state of Transcovia has been invited to the UK for a diplomatic reception. The revelation that oil has been found in the tiny country is big news. But who will stop at nothing to get the drilling rights? Is someone jealous of the Ministers success? And are there any skeletons in his cupboard that if revealed, could ruin his career?

Murder Beyond the Manor (Optional Costume – Dinner Jackets & Ball Gowns)

This evening, Lord & Lady Jacobson are hosting a party in honour of their son’s engagement to socialite Champagne Oxton. With the Jacobson manor undergoing substantial refurbishment, the very wealthy Jacobsons are hosting the party at the hotel, and you’re invited. Tonight, is supposed to be an evening of celebration – but will everything go to plan? Perhaps – but it depends on who’s plan!?

Deck the Halls (Optional Costume – Christmas Party Wear)

The Hargreaves family have made a fortune in the Christmas decoration business and are celebrating tonight with an unforgettable Christmas party after having yet another successful year.  Patriarch of the family is Sir Declan Hargreave, who established the business many years ago. 

Tonight, he is promising to reveal some important news. Everyone is expecting him to announce his retirement and who will succeed him as head of the company. The new head will instantly be in control of a multimillion-pound business and reap the rewards that kudos would bring… Is everyone excited about this possible news – surely nothing sinister could happen at Christmas?

Murder, Murder on the Wall (Optional Costume – Pantomime Characters)

In a new competition, members of the public have been given the chance to audition for a part in London’s West End revival of, ‘Snow White’.  The producers are looking to cast a new leading lady and are eagerly awaiting the contestant’s efforts. 

We are now at the final and you have been invited to witness who will be crowned as the new pantomime queen and earn themselves a lucrative Westend contract.  However, what dirty laundry will be washed in this public event?  Who has been on the casting couch?  Is someone so determined to a get a part that they would be prepared to commit murder, murder on the wall?

Out with the Old (Optional Costume – New Year Party)

Tonight, it is New Year’s Eve 1999.  Martin McDonald is hosting a fabulous NYE party.  It’s been an incredibly busy year for his company – Techsol.  Everybody has required software upgrades to combat the Y2K bug which has meant that 1999 has been the company’s most profitable year to date. Will the celebrations last well in to the new millennium or are somebody's days numbered?

St Valentine’s Day Massacre (Optional Costume –1920s)

It is 1929. Jack (Johnny) Johnson runs the 'Starlight Rooms', a lucrative night club. Despite living in Britain Johnny styles himself as a Chicago gang leader and the local constabulary tend to ignore him. However, when detectives find a link between a series of murders and the Starlight Rooms, the police become very interested indeed. What has Johnny been up to? Is someone trying to frame him - and if so who?

Blind Date in Venice (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

10 years ago "Blind Date in Venice" became the most successful romantic comedy film ever, and starred Chloe Carlysle and Drake Sullivan. Chloe has not made a film since and in an attempt to resurrect her career she has arranged this romantic weekend/evening for people in love and for people who want to fall in love. Chloe will also be signing copies of her autobiography at the bash. Has she revealed any kiss and tell secrets? Could this lead to temptation, jealousy, heartbreak and murder?

How to Murder a Millionaire (Optional Costume – 1950s)

It is 1956. Millicent Montague is throwing a party to celebrate the release of her latest Hollywood blockbuster "How to Murder a Millionaire". All the stars will all be there and Millicent is hoping that she will be able to put the past behind her. You know the sort of thing:  The rumours of her affairs, her involvement with a prominent American Politician, Her Mafia connections, etcetera etcetera. She is hoping that the film will distract people from all that. But you can be sure that someone has a grudge to bear. But would they kill because of it?

Death and Denial (Optional Costume –1920s)

It is the roaring 1920s and following the discovery of King Tutankhamen’s tomb, there is strong fascination with Ancient Egypt.  Many relic hunters have journeyed up and down the River Nile hoping to make the next big discovery.  One such hunter is Egyptologist Carter Howards, who has claimed that they have made a startling discovery.  In this highly competitive arena though, is all what it seems or are there greater secrets and scandal that require denial from the Nile?

Electric Dreams (Optional Costume – 1980s)

Break out your denim jackets, neon pop socks and punk rock hairstyles as we take you back to the mid-1980s.  People are celebrating as we emerge from the depths of the miner’s strike and there is a jubilant atmosphere as the nation dreams of a brighter future.   A future that the band members of ‘Electric Echoes’ hope to embrace as they have just announced a new nationwide reunion tour after a 10-year absence.  Surely at this time of celebration, old grudges and frictions won’t resurface to spoil this special occasion?

Game, Set & Match (Optional Costume – Tennis Player)

Lorna Davis was the shock winner of the latest ATP ranking event, beating her arch rival Sky Sommerville in the final, which Sky did not take well as she was the clear favourite to win. Lorna is delighted as it has now qualified her for Wimbledon. She is resolute that one day she will win the tournament and this could be her time!!

Lorna burns with a desire not only to win tennis's greatest competition but also to prove a point and to shame some of the biggest names in the tennis world, for Lorna hides a dark secret, a secret she has harboured for some time and is now fixed upon humiliation and revenge. In her eyes no one will get in her way and there is only one result..... Game, Set & Match!!!!

A Talent for Murder (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear)

This evening, you are invited to enjoy the wrap party for the end of the latest series of the highly successful reality show, ‘UK Talent Search’. Each week, a panel of judges headed by the infamous Simeon Bullel, watch over as hopeful acts compete for the audience vote and to be crowned the victor. The show has been presented by the ever-popular Anton Deck since its inception and this year he has been working on a few surprises to entertain judges, contestants, and the audience…

Murder on the Dance Floor (Optional Costume – Black Tie / Sparkly Dress)

Style TV, is new to the UK. Owned by Australian media magnate Greg Copeland, the TV company is set to go head to head in an all out war with BBC's 'Strictly' this year. Their new dance show, 'Step Up & Dance'  promises to be big & brash.  Fronted by TV host Sam Delaney, the show will have notorious musical star P.J. McQueen as lead judge, who makes Craig Revel Norwood seem like a pussycat!!   Tonight will be an opportunity for one lucky person to join the show.

Beneath the Mask (Optional Costume – Superheroes etc)

The Killinton Sci-Fi & Comic book Society are holding their annual convention.  This year it promises to be a very special one as the society are planning an exciting visit to the world’s biggest convention in San Diego, California.  Everyone who has paid the £5000 registration fee for this, will tonight have the opportunity to win back that fee and go to the USA completely free of charge… but will everyone get to go or does somebody have alternative plans?

Murder at the Manor (Optional Costume –1920’s/Classic Upper-Class Family)

It is 1922 and Lord and Lady Digby are hosting an elegant evening in their home to celebrate the anniversary of their marriage. Rose Digby, the daughter of our hosts, has been away for some time and is looking forward to her first social occasion since her return home. Her parents have arranged for her to meet a dashing young man they believe is the perfect suitor, but will she fall for him? Who is keeping a secret tonight? Perhaps the butler can shed some light on the situation….

The Betrayers: Final Move (Optional Costume – Standard Party Wear etc)

A group of strangers meet in a castle deep in the wilderness as they compete to survive in the ultimate murder mystery. Hosted by the ever-popular Cornelia Shrinkleman, the show has moved to the hotel this evening for the grand finale – which for the first time will be held publicly in front of specially invited friends and guests.

However, in an act of complete betrayal, the show’s producer is murdered for real – who will be able to solve the riddles and crack this code – before whodunnit was makes their final move?

Ding Dong Murder on High (Optional Costume – Christmas Party Wear)

The Killinton Bell Ringers Have Had a Very Busy Festive Season And Are Celebrating Their Successes Of The Past Year By Having A Christmas Party Here At The Hotel.  Everyone Is Welcome to Join In The Festive Fun!

Some Of the Bellringers Are Really Hoping To Let Their Hair Down And Enjoy Themselves After Recently Falling Victim To Some Tabloid Filth Published About Them By An Upcoming Local Journalist.  The Journalist Is Discovered Dead Though - And Who Was Responsible?