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Ideas and inspiration for festive eating and drinking and places to stay over Christmas and New Year in the Windsor area.
Whether you're planning an exclusive private event or joining a sparkling shared celebration, Ascot provides the perfect setting to make this festive season truly memorable.
Celebrate in style with a thoughtfully curated Christmas experience featuring exceptional food, attentive service, and a beautifully dressed festive atmosphere. Every detail is designed to create a seamless and sophisticated occasion, bringing colleagues, clients, friends, and family together for an unforgettable celebration.
For those seeking a private event, Ascot offers elegant and versatile spaces where you can enjoy an exclusive festive gathering tailored to your needs. From intimate celebrations to larger parties, our dedicated Christmas team will work with you to create a magical experience that reflects your vision and budget.
Alternatively, immerse yourself in the festive spirit at one of our shared Christmas parties, where stunning seasonal décor, vibrant entertainment, and a lively atmosphere combine to create an evening full of sparkle and celebration.
For a truly unique occasion, the Royal Enclosure Lodge is available for private hire throughout December. Offering an intimate, exclusive, and luxurious setting, this distinctive venue provides the ideal backdrop for hosting clients, rewarding colleagues, or celebrating with friends and family. With its elegant surroundings and exceptional hospitality, the Royal Enclosure Lodge promises a Christmas party experience that is both impressive and unforgettable.
Whatever your celebration, Ascot offers a range of festive packages designed to suit every group size and occasion, ensuring a Christmas filled with memorable moments from beginning to end.
Exclusive: £99.99 + VAT Per Person
Sharer: £92 + VAT Per Person
Royal Enclosure Lodge: £289 + VAT Per Person
Exclusive Parties & Royal Enclosure Lodge (November to January)
Sharer Parties 5th & 12th December 2026
Sleigh your way into festive fun at Mega City, where we have something for everyone under one roof! Our Sleigh & Play package includes two exciting activities, one drink from a selected range and a Santa hat for every guest, all for just £23 per person.
Relax in The Savill Garden Kitchen with a specially curated Christmas menu that promises delicious seasonal dishes, festive cheer and a welcoming atmosphere.
Suitable for small or large groups, book now for a memorable dining experience filled with hearty food, winter warmers and all the magic of Christmas.
Available 13 November 2026 to 1 January 2027, excluding 24 and 25 December 2026.
Celebrate the magic of the season at Taplow House Hotel, where indulgence meets elegance in a truly enchanting setting.
Whether you’re gathering with loved ones or simply embracing the joy of the holidays, our festive dining experiences promise a feast to remember.
Festive Afternoon Tea - 39.95 per person, inclusive of a glass of Prosecco
3-course Festive Lunch - £39.95 per person
3-course Festive Dinner - £54.95 per person, inclusive of a glass of Mulled Wine per person
5-course Christmas Day Lunch Menu - £95 per adult / Children - £60 per child
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, Festive Afternoon Tea, 60-minute Treatment and glass of Prosecco - £375 per room (based on two adults sharing)
Arrive on Christmas Eve to a Festive Cream Tea, 3-course Dinner, overnight accommodation for two nights, breakfast on Christmas Day, 5-course Christmas Day Lunch with Canapes and Champagne, Christmas Day evening sharing boards, full English breakfast on Boxing Day before departing - £950 per Classic room (based on two adults sharing)
Early Bird Offer: Complimentary bottle of Champagne in the bedroom on arrival for the 2 night Residency Package, arriving on Christmas Eve.
Booking and deposit to be made by 30th September 2026.
New Year's Eve Sanctuary - Overnight accommodation with a 5-course Tasting menu, Canapes and Champagne reception and full English breakfast - £385 per Classic room (based on two adults sharing)
New Year's Eve 5-course Tasting menu Dinner - £95 per person
Twixmas Bed and Breakfast rate available between Christmas and New Years Eve - £165 per room per night (based on two adults sharing)
Party Prep Package – Full body exfoliation and Luxury manicure or pedicure - £120 per person
Christmas Bliss Spa Day – 60-minute Drift Away massage, full use of Spa facilities, glass of Prosecco and Festive Afternoon Tea – from £125 per person
Find out more and book at Taplow House Hotel's website.
Terms and conditions: A 25% non refundable or transferable deposit will be required upon booking and final pre payment will be required at least six weeks in advance of the event date, along with a named menu pre order (if required).
From 1-23 December, Head Chef Sam Brennan will be serving a specially curated seasonal menu that brings together traditional Christmas flavours with The Braywood’s contemporary approach to British dining. Expect thoughtfully prepared dishes showcasing exceptional local and seasonal produce, served in the restaurant’s warm and elegant countryside setting.
Whether you’re planning an intimate festive meal with family and friends, a seasonal get-together or a stylish end-of-year celebration with colleagues, The Braywood offers a relaxed yet refined setting in which to celebrate the season.
For those looking to make Christmas Day itself extra special, The Braywood will also be open for Christmas lunch, with a five-course set menu created especially for the occasion. Guests can settle in and enjoy a leisurely Christmas celebration while the restaurant team takes care of everything from the food and wine to the warm Braywood hospitality.
Located near Bray, Maidenhead and Windsor, The Braywood combines contemporary British cooking with the charm of the Berkshire countryside, making it an inviting destination for festive celebrations throughout December.
Festive Set Menu: 2 courses £45 | 3 Courses £55
Christmas Lunch Set Menu: 5 courses £180 | Lunch only
The Real Greek are excited to celebrate the season with full tables, fizz a’flowing and traditional Greek dishes that unite generations. At £26.95 for two courses or £29.95 with dessert, their Christmas set menu is perfect for groups.
Available 18 November to 31 December 2026.
Dining early? Gather the table and receive a free glass of pomegranate fizz for each guest. Simply prebook a table and dine off the Christmas set menu between18.11.26 and 06.12.26.
Your stay at the Castle Hotel.
Leave the cooking, hosting and planning behind this year and escape to the heart of Windsor.
Wake just moments from Windsor Castle. Wander the festive streets, browse independent boutiques and soak up the seasonal atmosphere. Then return to the Castle Hotel to unwind in newly refurbished bedrooms and savour the flavours of the season in Penningtons, our elegant yet welcoming new restaurant.
Everything is taken care of, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the season.
Two-night break £1,540 stay | Three-night break £2,100
Christmas Breaks in Windsor | Castle Hotel
Private party nights offer the flexibility to shape a Christmas celebration that feels entirely your own. Timings, entertainment, drinks packages, and finishing touches can all be tailored to suit your plans and budget. DJ entertainment can be arranged to keep the party going, with drinks packages available to pre-book, allowing hosts to relax while guests enjoy the evening.
Your private party package includes:
• Welcome glass of Prosecco
• Three course menu and tea/coffee and mince pies
• Half a bottle of wine each
• Private room hire
If you'd like to add drinks packages, entertainment, DJ or a few extra touches, just speak to the team. We'll help shape the celebration around your plans.
November from £65 per person
December from £63 per person
January from £60 per person
Christmas Breaks in Windsor | Castle Hotel
Shared party nights arrive fully set and ready to go. Gather colleagues or friends, dress to impress, and step into an evening inspired by the glamour of casino nights and classic James Bond style. Everything is taken care of as soon as guests arrive. A glass of Prosecco sets the tone, followed by a festive three course menu, before the evening opens up with dancing, casino tables, and after-dinner entertainment.
Your evening includes:
• Welcome glass of Prosecco
• Three course festive meal
• Half a bottle of wine per person
• Two hours of fun casino tables and DJ until midnight
November
Friday 27th £69 per person
December
Saturday 12th £79 per person
Our festive lunch and dinner banquets provide the setting, the food and the hospitality.
Once you've chosen a date, we'll help shape the rest. Additional drinks and those extra details can all be arranged, allowing you to plan the celebration that's right for you and your group. Toast the season with bespoke cocktails in Penningtons bar, or sit down to a three-course menu in the restaurant.
Gather up to eight guests for a festive lunch or intimate celebration in The Manager’s Office – our private dining space. Enjoy seasonal British cooking by Head Chef Iain Ganson and plenty of time around the table.
Shopping for last-minute gifts needs a reward. Our festive afternoon tea is filled with treats you can’t say no to. Handmade cakes, patisserie and a strong brew make an occasion of its own. Enjoy the unhurried ceremony as a moment to pause and make sure your list is checked off.
Christmas Day should be spent around the table, not in the kitchen.
Join us for a leisurely Christmas Day Lunch where seasonal British flavours, thoughtful cooking and warm service come together for an afternoon that feels wonderfully unhurried. Traditional dishes that deserve to be savoured. Roast turkey as the main event and a plate piled high with all the seasonal trimmings. Finish off your meal with homemade mince pies, devoured even when you have no more room.
From your first glass to the final course, we'll take care of everything, leaving you free to enjoy what Christmas is really about: good food, familiar faces and time together.
From festive afternoon tea and Santa lunches to shared and private party nights, discover Christmas celebrations for groups of every size. Events run from November 2026 to January 2027, with prices from £35 per adult.
De Vere Beaumont Estate is an impressive historic venue set within 44 acres of picturesque grounds in Old Windsor. Throughout the festive season, sparkling trees, twinkling lights and beautifully dressed tables create a magical setting for celebrations with colleagues, friends and family.
The estate offers a variety of events for 2026, ranging from intimate festive lunches and afternoon tea to spectacular parties for up to 550 guests. Private party nights include an arrival drink, three-course dinner, festive party novelties, table decorations, a DJ, disco and dedicated event manager. Groups can also celebrate exclusively in the estate’s magnificent 19th-century Chapel, where the breathtaking stained glassed window creates an unforgettable backdrop for your Christmas celebration.
Smaller groups can join the shared joiner party night on 19th December, while families can enjoy a traditional Santa carvery lunch on 6th and 13th December. Festive Afternoon Tea is available daily from 14th November to 19th December.
Why let the celebrations end when the music stops? Guests can make a night of it by retiring to one of our comfortable bedrooms before enjoying a delicious breakfast the following morning. With special accommodation rates available for party guests, everyone can relax, celebrate and avoid the journey home.
Complimentary parking is available, and the estate is conveniently located around three miles from Windsor, close to the M25, Heathrow Airport and Egham station. De Vere Beaumont Estate is an accessible and memorable destination for Christmas celebrations.
• Joiner party night: 19th December 2026
• Private party nights: November 2026 to January 2027
• Festive street food party: November 2026 to January 2027
• Festive lunches: November 2026 to January 2027
• Festive afternoon tea: daily, 14th November to 19th December 2026
• Santa carvery lunch: 6th December 2026 and 13th December 2026
• Joiner party night: Starting from £65 per person
• Private party nights: Starting from £58 per person
• Chapel party nights: Starting from £95 per person
• Street food party: Starting from £80 per person
• Festive lunches: Starting from £57per person
• Festive afternoon tea: Starting from £17.50 for children and £35 for adults
• Santa carvery lunch: Starting from £24 for children and £40 for adults
Prices include VAT. Please see our website and Christmas brochure for full details.
Organising a Christmas social? Let Escape in 60 bring tidings of great joy this Christmas, with escape room entertainment for everyone. After all, 'tis the season to be jolly!
Whether you are looking to book a social for your work colleagues, family, friends, teammates, scouting group or youth club, Escape in 60 has got Christmas wrapped up.
Our three 5-Star Trip Advisor Award winning escape rooms can accommodate up to 24 players in one hour. We'll take you on a journey back to Ancient Egypt; help you escape Windsor Castle; or discover the final whereabouts of The Amber Room. And then, why not visit one of the fabulous eateries in Windsor - all within walking distance?
Don’t forget to take advantage of our ONE CHILD GOES FREE offer, which runs from 14/12/26 to 3/1/27 inclusive. Use code CHILDFREERB at time of booking. Please note this offer is valid when you book to play an escape room game for a minimum of 4 people between these dates. At least one of your players must be 16 or under, and this offer is not valid with any other offer or discount code.
And, if you want the escape room fun brought to you, then we'll bring ESPIONAGE, our mobile escape room to your venue of choice. This highly interactive game can be played with 20 to 200 players at the same time!
So why not give Kathryn & Mike a call on 01753 396322 to find out how we can help you deliver the best fun this Christmas.
COME AND HAVE A HO HO HO IF YOU THINK YOU'RE BRAVE ENOUGH.
A table full of pizza. That's how Franco Manca does Christmas. Get festive with Franco for just £25.
Bookings now open! Christmas Menu from 12 November to 3 January.
Franco Manca’s Christmas Menu is the perfect excuse to be thinking about Christmas early.
The Christmas menu is just £25pp, including two courses, a dip and a drink.
Choose from:
- Any pizza, including our festive specials & a dip
- Any bite or dessert
- Any drink (including Spritz)
Want to take your Christmas party up a notch? Add a drinks package to your booking and let the festive fun flow.
- 6 Birra Moretti for £30 – because sharing is caring.
- Or go all out with Bottomless Spritz for £17.50pp. Salute!
Find out more www.francomanca.co.uk/christmas/
Make Christmas truly memorable with a two or three-night stay at Great Fosters, surrounded by the elegance and festive charm of this historic 16th-century estate.
From Christmas Eve carols by the fire pits with mulled wine and toasted marshmallows, to a traditional Christmas Day lunch, festive afternoon tea, live music and a falconry display on Boxing Day, every detail is designed to make your Christmas feel wonderfully special. Simply arrive, settle in and let us take care of the celebrations.
To book your stay visit: alexanderhotels.co.uk/offer/christmas-at-great-fosters/
Festive events run from 23 November 2026 at Macdonald Windsor Hotel.
JOINER PARTY NIGHTS £60 PER PERSON
4 and 5 December 2026
PRIVATE PARTIES £65 PER PERSON
Three-course set menu and Prosecco on arrival. DJ entertainment & festive décor.
FESTIVE LUNCHES FROM £42 PER PERSON
EARLY BIRD OFFER
Receive a gift voucher for Afternoon Tea for Two. Book before end of June for 30 persons or more.
Email specialevents.windsor@macdonald-hotels.co.uk to find out more and make a booking.
Sir Christopher Wren’s party nights have it all! Enjoy a welcome drink, 3 course meal, tea and coffee, mince pies, crackers, hats, novelties and music from our resident DJ.
6:30pm: Pre-dinner drinks
7:00pm: 3-course dinner followed by dancing
Carriages: Midnight
November, Sunday and Wednesday nights in December: £66pp
Thursdays – Saturdays in December: £76pp
Ideal for friends, family or colleagues. Choose from two- or three-course menus filled with seasonal favourites. Available throughout December.
2-course lunch: £45pp
3-course lunch: £52pp
3-course dinner with arrival drinks: £52pp
Whether you are having a private do or joining one of our fantastic joiner party nights with our fantastic live band, Stirrups will ensure you celebrate the season in style!
Our Joiner Party nights are running on the 5th, 11th/12th & 18th December 2026!
Priced at just £65.00 per person (inc VAT)
We can offer Private Party Nights with a minimum of 100 guests, please contact us for availability.
An example itinerary of a Party Night is below (or let us help you arrange your very own tailor-made Christmas event):
7:00pm: Arrival & Complimentary Welcome Drink
7:30pm: Sit Down 3 Course Meal
9:30pm: Live Band Begins
12:30am: Carriages (midnight on weekdays)
The package also includes use of our covered patio area with outdoor heaters
Find out more about Festive Party Nights at Stirrups Hotel here.
Christmas Day is all about making special family memories. We do the cooking and provide a magical setting; we even do the washing up – all you need to do is focus on what really matters this Christmas!
Adults are priced at £125.00 per person
Dining Pods still available - please contact us on 01344 882284
Find out more about Christmas Day at Stirrups Hotel here.
See in the New Year in style with our lavish gala ball. Enjoy a delicious meal, drinks a-plenty and some great entertainment! Be fascinated by incredible close up magic during you meal from the amazing Dean Leavy before partying with our resident DJ as we countdown to midnight.... and then party on into the next year!
New Years Eve Itinerary
7:00pm: Champagne Cocktail Reception
7:30pm: Sit Down 3 Course Meal
9:30pm: DJ Begins
Midnight: Midnight Champagne Toast
1am: Carriages
Price: £125.00 per person
Stay overnight from £128.00 Bed & Breakfast*
*Rate based on two guests sharing a bedroom with Breakfast and is inclusive of VAT
At The Fat Duck, food is all about nostalgia, emotion, celebration, theatre, indulgence and fun, so Christmas really gets Heston and the team’s gastronomic imagination going. It’s their perfect moment to get into the festive spirit with some winter wonderment.
Inspired by the festive conifer, our 'Fable Tree' menu captures the spirit of Christmas. Through a sequence of courses, it traces the fir's journey from growth to celebration, evoking the rich rituals, emotions and memories of the season.
Lunch £395.00 ppm/ Dinner £475.00 pp
As the winter nights draw in, step inside for a touch of historic magic. From 16 November to 30 December, The Hind’s Head invites you to celebrate the season with our exclusive Festive Menus. Expect feasts of hearty, Michelin-starred comfort designed perfectly for sharing with friends, family and colleagues alike.
For something truly magical join us on 11 December for an evening of Christmas Carols led by Taplow Youth Choir, mulled wine and hot chocolate from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. No reservation required but wrap up warm!
Whether you are planning an intimate, cosy dinner for two or a lively festive gathering, our historic Bray pub provides the ultimate atmospheric backdrop for unforgettable seasonal cheer.
Festive five-course menu £190.00 pp. Festive à la carte menu also available from 16 November to 30 December inclusive.
Step into the magic of the festive season with A Christmas Rendezvous with Chef Nand — an elegant culinary celebration where Christmas tradition meets contemporary Indo-British gastronomy.
This Christmas, guests can expect a carefully curated experience inspired by Chef Nand’s distinctive approach to food celebrating the richness of Indian flavours while embracing the elegance and familiarity of British festive traditions. His philosophy is centred on fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, creativity and exceptional presentation, ensuring that every dish becomes part of the occasion.
A Christmas Rendezvous with Chef Nand is more than a festive meal. It is an opportunity to gather, indulge and experience Christmas through food bringing together exceptional cuisine, warm hospitality and the spirit of celebration.
Join us for an evening where tradition meets innovation, Christmas meets culinary artistry, and every plate tells a story.
The Christmas Menu is available from 1 December 2026.
December Party Menu: two courses £25; three courses £35.
Christmas Day Lunch: £59.90 per person.
Order your food for Christmas with the Windsor Farm Shop, prepared and ready to collect for the holiday season. Enjoy the finest festive produce, sourced from the Royal Estate, trusted local farms and leading British producers.
Quality is the hallmark of the Windsor Farm Shop and the Butchery Team, recognised by the National Craft Butchers, are on hand to take your order, answer any questions you may have and prepare what you require.
From Organic Bronze Turkey from the Sandringham Estate, and traditionally reared beef, pork and seasonal game, to honey-roasted ham, cheeses and pork pies, the Windsor Farm Shop is here for you this Christmas.
Order your food by 16 December 2026.
Find out more about Christmas ordering at the Windsor Farm Shop here.
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