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CHRISTMAS IN THE NOTSWOLDS
From carol concerts and creative workshops to visits with Santa and festive light switch-ons, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Christmas across the Notswolds. Plan your festive season here.
Festive afternoon tea at Belvoir Castle
Seasonal savouries and festive patisserie are served in Belvoir Castle’s Aviary Tearoom during its Christmas opening.
14 November – 30 December 2026, selected sittings · Belvoir, Leicestershire
Festive cookery at The Olive Branch
Head chef Dean Carroll shares seasonal recipes and techniques, followed by a three-course lunch at The Olive Branch.
19 November 2026 · Clipsham, Rutland
Great Wine in Great Glasses at Hambleton Hall
A wine dinner at Hambleton Hall exploring how different Riedel glasses change the way we taste.
25 November 2026 · Hambleton, Rutland
Christmas canapés at The Olive Branch
Head chef Dean Carroll demonstrates Christmas canapés, followed by a seasonal meal in the Barn.
26 November 2026 · Clipsham, Rutland
Festive afternoon tea at Newstead Abbey
Afternoon tea in the historic Abbey, with admission to see the decorated Christmas rooms included.
Weekends, 28 November – 20 December 2026 · Ravenshead, Nottinghamshire
The Sunday Table at Restaurant Jericho
A special Sunday Table at Restaurant Jericho in the Vale of Belvoir, celebrating seasonal cooking in an intimate setting.
29 November 2026 · Plungar, Leicestershire
Festive afternoon tea at Grantham House
A festive afternoon tea served in the historic dining room of Grantham House, dressed for the Christmas season.
2–31 December 2026, selected dates · Grantham, Lincolnshire
Festive cookery at The Olive Branch
Head chef Dean Carroll shares seasonal recipes and techniques, followed by a three-course lunch at The Olive Branch.
3 December 2026 · Clipsham, Rutland
Ollie Dabbous at Keythorpe Hall
Chef Ollie Dabbous cooks at Keythorpe Hall for two special evenings, with the rare chance to stay overnight in the private house.
4–5 December 2026 · Tugby, Leicestershire
Oompah Christmas Party at The Bull & Swan
An exuberant Christmas party in The Bull & Swan’s Secret Garden, with a live oompah band and food from Hoggy’s Grill.
4 December 2026 · Stamford, Lincolnshire
Festive afternoon tea at Wollaton Hall
Take afternoon tea in Wollaton Hall’s historic salon while the Elizabethan house is dressed for Christmas.
5–6 and 12–13 December 2026 · Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Festive Eats + Beats at Rutland Nursery
Seasonal sharing plates and music from DJ Hey Mr Wilson make for a lively December evening at Rutland Nursery.
11 December 2026 · Manton, Rutland
La Folie après-ski party at The Bull & Swan
The Bull & Swan’s Secret Garden becomes an alpine après-ski party with an alpine atmosphere and food from Hoggy’s Grill.
11 December 2026 · Stamford, Lincolnshire
New Year’s Eve at Hambleton Hall
Champagne, a six-course dinner and dancing to see in the New Year at Hambleton Hall.
31 December 2026 · Hambleton, Rutland