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WELCOME TO THE FESTIVE SEASON
AT DERWENT MANOR HOTEL

Our fantastically festive line up is sure to appeal to all of your friends and family, no matter what your taste or budget! We have a wonderful selection of sparkling party nights with live music and entertainment throughout December.

Not forgetting the little ones, with our spectacular family events we are sure to entertain the young and the young at heart.

Take a look at our Christmas brochure and book via  christmas@derwentmanorhotel.com or book selected events via eventbrite *

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU THIS YEAR!

FESTIVE LINE-UP

DAYTIME EVENTS

NOVEMBER
Sat 28 & Sun 29 –Afternoon Tea A £60pp C £35pp
DECEMBER
Sat 5, 12, 19 –Grinch Breakfast C £23.95pp A £29.95pp
Sun 6Wreath Making with Festive Afternoon Tea
Sun 6 & Mon 21 –Baking with the Elves £24.95 per child
Sat 13Aladdin (Christmas Pantomime) A £19.95pp C £14.95 (5-12) £5.95 (under 5)
Sun 20Kids Christmas Party with Project DJ C £9.95pp A £2.00pp
Thu 25Christmas Day Allensford Suite – (carvery lunch) A £85.95pp C £45.95pp The Grand Hall A £104.95pp C £64.95pp Prego £124.95pp (adults only)
Fri 26Boxing Day – 3 Course Carvery Lunch A £39.95 C £24.95
Fri 26Boxing Day – Live Music – Ellie Caile 3-5pm & Eric Hynes 5-7pm in our Antler Bar – FREE ENTRY
JANUARY 2026
Thu 1New Years Day – Live Music with Callum Kewen in our Antler Bar FREE ENTRY – 3-5pm
Thu 1New Years Day – – 3 Course Carvery Lunch A £39.95 C £24.95 *children 2-12 (no charge for under 2s)

EVENING EVENTS

£39.95pp . includes 2 course set menu . arrival drink . DJ following entertainment
Fri 27 NovABBA – Grand Hall
Fri 28 NovMURDER MYSTERY – ‘A Dickens of Murder’ – Grand Hall
Fri 4 DecCOYOTE WILD – Allensford Suite
Fri 4 DecTHE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Sat 5 DecFOREVER YOUNG – Allensford Suite
Fri 11 DecMOTOWN WITH LOUIE STEPHENS – Grand Hall
Sat 12 DecBOYZ – Allensford Suite
Fri 18 DecMANIC MONDAY 80S – Allensford Suite
Fri 18 DecTHE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Sat 19 DecNON-STOP 90S – Allensford Suite
Sat 19 DecTHE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Thu 31 DecNYE Gala Dinner with Audio Wave £85.95 pp (adults only)

Book via Eventbrite for all Christmas Party Nights
Allensford Suite – 6:30pm arrival – 7pm food service
Grand Hall – 7pm arrival – 7:30pm food service

A: Adult | C: Child

CHRISTMAS FAYRE AND AFTERNOON TEA

WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING TO ORGANISE A LUNCH, EVENING DINNER OR JUST ENJOY A LITTLE SEASONAL INDULGENCE, OUR DINING EXPERIENCES OFFER A RANGE OF CHRISTMAS TEMPTATIONS THROUGHOUT THE FESTIVE PERIOD!

Our Christmas Fayre menu is available
Monday 30th November – Wednesday 23rd December (excluding Sundays).
Choose your setting… will it be our Prego Restaurant (from 5pm) or our Antler Bar?
The choice is yours!
2 COURSES – £29.95PP • 3 COURSES £34.95PP

HAVE A SWEET TOOTH?

Our Festive Afternoon Tea menu is available from
Monday 30th November – Wednesday 23rd December, 12-4pm
(excluding Sundays).
(includes a glass of bucks fizz or mulled wine)
*afternoon tea must be booked 24 hours prior

CHRISTMAS FAYRE AND AFTERNOON TEA

CHRISTMAS FAYRE

STARTERS
Chunky Vegetable Soup & Home Cooked
Bread Roll (V) (VG) (GF)
Ham Hock Terrine, Chutney
& Toasted Bread
Traditional Prawn Cocktail, with Baby Gem
Lettuce & Marie Rose Sauce (GF)
***
MAIN COURSE
Turkey Paupiette, with all the trimmings
& rich pan gravy (GF)
Vegetable Wellington, topped with
Vegetable Stock Jus (V) (VG)
Cranberry Herb Crusted Salmon,
New Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables (GF)
***
DESSERTS
Cheesecake topped with Fruit Compote
Traditional Christmas Pudding & Brandy
Sauce (GF) (VG available)
Chocolate & Vanilla Torte with a Luxury
Chocolate Sauce (VG) (GF)

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA

SANDWICHES (GF Available)
Turkey & Stuffing
Brie & Cranberry
Tuna & Cucumber
***
SCONES (GF Available)
Cheese
Fruit
Clotted Cream & Jam
***
SAVOURY
Mini Vibrant Quiche (VG)
Festive Sausage Rolls
***
SWEET TREATS
Mini Stollen Bite
Chocolate & Orange Torte (VG) (GF)
Macaroon (GF)
Mini Mince Pie
Cheesecake
***
VEGAN
Vegan Treats
Selection of Sandwiches
Scone.

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS

TIME TO LET YOUR HAIR DOWN AND ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON
BY ATTENDING ONE OF OUR FABULOUS CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS

£39.95PP – includes 2 course set menu – arrival drink – DJ following entertainment Arrival
Allensford Suite • 6.30pm • Dinner 7.00pm • Carriages 12 midnight
Grand Hall • 7.00pm • Dinner 7.30pm • Carriages 12 midnight
ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE
£135 per room (based on two sharing) – BB – (on top of ticket price) – advance purchase rate
(£30 supplement for extra guests in room) Use code PARTY to book.

Friday 27th November – ABBA – Grand Hall
The Ultimate Abba Party Experience!
Get ready to dance, sing, and re-live the magic of Abba with one of the UK’s most dazzling tribute shows!

Saturday 28th November – MURDER MYSTERY – Grand Hall
A Dickens Of A Murder.
Charles Dickens is being asked to write a new story with one of his favourite characters but who should he choose?

Friday 4th December – COYOTE WILD – Allensford Suite
From the fierce intensity of Carrie Underwood and the soaring hooks of
Chappell Roan to the Southern swagger of Big & Rich and Chris Stapleton.

Friday 4th December – THE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Fabulous local band, with an extensive set list sure to get you on the dance floor!

Saturday 5th December – FOREVER YOUNG – Allensford Suite
A dynamic vocal trio that delivers stunning harmonies and an electrifying performance.
They bring to life an incredible selection of hits from artists like One Republic, Gary Barlow, Olly Murs, McFly, andmany more.

Friday 11th December – MOTOWN WITH LOUIE STEPHENS – Grand Hall
A Fabulous Tribute To 6 Decades Of Popular Music
The first section is dedicated to the fabulous 50’s and the swinging 60’s, the second instalment is a tribute to the stars of the 70’s and the 80’s.

Friday 11th December – BON JORDI – Allensford Suite
The Ultimate Live Tribute to One of The World’s Greatest Bands.
Featuring all the greatest hits… You Give Love A Bad Name, Livin’ On A Prayer, Wanted Dead Or Alive, and many more.

Saturday 12th December – BOYZ – Allensford Suite
THE BOYZ ARE BACK IN TOWN! This fantastic vocal harmony band oozes talent and charisma.
They deliver superb versions of songs by One Direction, Boyzone, 5ive, Backstreet Boys, Robbie Williams, Olly Murs, and many more.

Friday 18th December – THE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Fabulous local band, with an extensive set list sure to get you on the dance floor!
Friday 18th December – MANIC MONDAY 80S – Allensford Suite
This magical band performs a brilliant high energy set of classic 80s party anthems…
Including songs by Joan Jett, Soft Cell, Human League, Bangles, Thompson Twins, Eurythmics, KC & the Sunshine Band and many more..

Saturday 19th December – THE BUSKERS – Grand Hall
Fabulous local band, with an extensive set list sure to get you on the dance floor!

Saturday 19th December – NON-STOP 90S – Allensford Suite
Looking to relive the unforgettable era of the 90s?
Our ultimate 90s party extravaganza features the greatest dance floor hits from iconic artists like

East 17, Spice Girls, Prodigy, JX, Phats & Small, 2 Unlimited, Backstreet Boys, 911, Haddaway, Urban
Cookie Collective, Corona, Culture Beat, Alice Deejay, Five, Gina G and many more.

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS MENU

2 course set menu and arrival drink
SET MENU
MAIN COURSE
Turkey Paupiette, with all the trimmings
& rich pan gravy (GF)
Vegetable Wellington, topped with
Vegetable Stock Jus (V) (VG)
***
DESSERTS
Chocolate & Vanilla Torte with a Luxury
Chocolate Sauce (VG) (GF)

WREATH MAKING AND FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA

Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas with our Christmas Wreath Workshop
ENJOY A GLASS OF MULLED WINE ON ARRIVAL, FOLLOWED BY OUR FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA!
SATURDAY 28TH & SUNDAY 29TH NOV & SUNDAY 6TH DEC – £60 ADULT | £35 CHILD
Arrival 12 noon • Mulled wine on arrival • Afternoon tea served after workshop

SANDWICHES (GF Available)
Turkey & Stuffing
Brie & Cranberry
Tuna & Cucumber
***
SCONES (GF Available)
Cheese
Fruit
Clotted Cream & Jam

SAVOURY
Mini Vibrant Quiche (VG)
Festive Sausage Rolls
***
SWEET TREATS
Mini Stollen Bite
Chocolate & Orange Torte (VG) (GF)
Macaroon (GF)
Mini Mince Pie
Cheesecake
***

VEGAN
Vegan Treats
Selection of Sandwiches
Scone

FOR THE LITTLE ONES

GRINCH BREAKFAST
Come and join us for a festive morning with everyone’s favourite holiday grump…
Enjoy a delicious full breakfast spread while mingling with The Grinch himself. Don’t forget to bring your camera for some memorable photo opportunities! Dress in your cosiest festive attire and get ready for a fun-filled morning with The Grinch! Spaces are limited.

SATURDAY 5TH, 12TH & 19TH DEC
Arrival 9.30am
Full English Breakfast served 10.15am
(vacate 12noon)
A £29.95pp • C £23.95pp

ALADDIN – CHRISTMAS PANTOMIME​
Bring the whole family for our Christmas pantomime! Step into a world of magic, laughter, and adventure this Christmas! Join us for our spectacular pantomime,  Aladdin – packed with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, and plenty of festive fun for the whole family! Cheer for Aladdin, boo the baddie, and watch wishes come true in this unforgettable holiday show!

SUNDAY 13TH DEC
3.30pm (doors open 3pm)
A £19.95pp • C £14.95pp (5-12)
£5.95 (under 5)

BOOK ALL OF OUR CHILDREN’S EVENTS VIA OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE

KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY – HOSTED BY PROJECT DJ
Fun for all! Join the team at Project DJ for a festive party with a visit from Snowball the Elf!
SUNDAY 20TH DEC
12 midday – 3.30pm
A £2.00pp • C £9.95pp

BOOK ALL OF OUR CHILDREN’S EVENTS VIA OUR EVENTBRITE PAGE

Baking with the Elves

CREATIVE KITCHEN IS BACK AT DERWENT MANOR!

SUNDAY 6TH & MONDAY 21ST DECEMBER
GET READY TO UNLEASH YOUR INNER ELF AND LEARN HOW TO BAKE DELICIOUS TREATS, JUST IN TIME FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON!

Join us for a fun-filled morning of baking magic, you will learn how to bake festive sweet treats and create a variety of festive crafts, all with the help of talented instructors from the Creative Kitchen.

Upon arrival you will receive Santa’s favourite hot drink along with a variety of hot pastries!

10AM-12 MIDDAY • £24.95 PER CHILD (Adult ticket not required)
Tickets booked via Eventbrite
(adults do not need to purchase a ticket to accompany their child).

DINE WITH US THIS CHRISTMAS DAY…

THE GRAND HALL
Leave the hard work to us! Relax with family and friends, whilst dining in our magnificent Grand Hall
Sparkling wine on arrival.
£104.95 ADULT • £64.95 CHILD*

ALLENSFORD SUITE
Enjoy a very traditional Christmas lunch served carvery style.
Sparkling wine on arrival.
£85.95 ADULT • £45.95 CHILD*

PREGO RESTAURANT
Dine in the beautiful surroundings of our Prego Restaurant.
Sparkling wine on arrival.
£124.95 PP (ADULTS ONLY)
Menus will be published nearer the festive period
*Children 2-12 (no charge for under 2) • Bookings from 12.00 noon – 2.30pm

BOXING DAY CARVERY

IF YOU MISSED OUT ON THE BIG OCCASION OR SIMPLY CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF CHRISTMAS THEN JOIN US FOR A TRADITIONAL CARVERY STYLE LUNCH WITH THREE SCRUMPTIUOUS COURSES

£39.95 ADULT • £24.95 CHILD*

Menus will be published nearer the festive period
*(children 2-12) (no charge for under 2) • Bookings from 12.00 noon – 2.30pm

JOIN US IN OUR ANTLER BAR FOLLOWING YOUR BOXING DAY LUNCH FOR LIVE MUSIC WITH ELLIE CAILE 3-5PM & ERIC HYNES 5-7PM – FREE ENTRY!

NEW YEARS EVE

Celebrate the New Year in style with our Gala Dinner… joined by the fabulous Audiowave. Cool and contemporary all singing 3-piece band, with their powerful selection of classic rock, pop, funk and soul hits from the sixties to the present day. Get ready to be blown away by their powerful harmonies and expert musicianship… it can only make you dance the night away!

4 COURSE MEAL & TOAST DRINK AT MIDNIGHT.
7.00PM ARRIVAL • 7.30PM DINNER SERVICE
12.00 TOAST DRINKS • 1.00AM CARRIAGES
£85.95 PER PERSON (Adults Only)
Menus will be published nearer the festive period

NEW YEARS DAY LUNCHEON

JOIN US FOR A TRADITIONAL CARVERY STYLE  LUNCH WITH THREE SCRUMPTIOUS COURSES
£39.95 ADULT • £24.95 CHILD*

Menus will be published nearer the festive period
*(Children 2-12) (no charge for under 2) • Bookings from 12.00 noon – 2.30pm

JOIN US IN OUR ANTLER BAR FOLLOWING YOUR NEW YEARS DAY LUNCH FOR LIVE MUSIC WITH CALLUM KEWEN 3-5PM – FREE ENTRY!

FESTIVE STAYS

CHRISTMAS RESIDENTIAL BREAK
WHY NOT PUT YOUR FEET UP THIS YEAR AND LET US DO ALL THE HARD WORK? STAY WITH US ON OUR FANTASTIC CHRISTMAS RESIDENTIAL PACKAGE.

THURSDAY 24th DECEMBER – CHRISTMAS EVE
Arrive to a traditional mulled wine, mince pies, cheese and crackers, served from 2.30pm – 5pm and a chance to meet your fellow guests. Re-join us from 6pm for sparkling wine, followed by a 3-course dinner in our Prego Restaurant (book a time of your choice from 6pm). Join us in our Antler bar from 5-7pm for the brilliant Callum Donnison, bringing you some fabulous live music and festive cheer.

FRIDAY 25th DECEMBER – CHRISTMAS DAY
Wake up to see what Santa has left you! Enjoy our special Bucks Fizz Christmas Day Breakfast. A festive lunch will be served in the function room of your choice (must be pre-booked) then spend the afternoon relaxing. Enjoy our Christmas Day Evening Buffet from 7pm in our Antler Bar, with a wide selection of hot and cold dishes along with our traditional Christmas quiz!

SATURDAY 26th DECEMBER – BOXING DAY
Enjoy a traditional Full English Breakfast. Spend time in our comfy Antler bar, take a bracing walk or venture out into Northumberland. Return for a scrumptious 3 course evening dinner.

SUNDAY 27th DECEMBER
Enjoy your final full English Breakfast. We wish you a fond farewell with all good wishes for the forthcoming year and hoping that you will re-join us to celebrate next Christmas.

PACKAGE COSTS ARRIVING 24th DECEMBER:
ALLENSFORD CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
2 Night Package £350pp | 3 Night Package £425pp | Child Prices £160pp
Briar, Angler or Rowan Cottage* £2550

GRAND HALL CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
2 Night Package £375pp | 3 Night Package £435pp | Child Prices £200pp
Briar, Angler or Rowan Cottage* £2610

PREGO CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH
2 Night Package £400pp | 3 Night Package £500pp
Briar, Angler or Rowan Cottage* £3000
Single Supplement £100 per night

COTTAGES
Our cottages are boutique style, with a fully equipped kitchen, living and dining area, master bedroom with an en-suite, making it the perfect Christmas vacation!
*Cottages are for a 3 night minimum stay only – arriving on 24/12/26

THE INBETWEENERS BREAK

The family has returned home, the Christmas pudding is finished and the presents have been put away. So why not enjoy some relaxation time and indulge in an overnight dinner, bed and breakfast stay with us.

PACKAGE COSTS
27TH / 28TH / 29TH DECEMBER – £185*
*Per room based on two sharing. Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
CHILDREN £30.00 PER CHILD (2 – 12 years)
Use code INBETWEENERS to book

NEW YEARS STAY

WEDNESDAY 30th DECEMBER
Arrive to a traditional cream tea served from 2.30pm – 5pm, and a chance to meet your fellow guests. Then re-join us on the evening to enjoy a 3-course dinner.

THURSDAY 31st DECEMBER – NEW YEAR’S EVE
Wake up to a Full Northumbrian Breakfast. Spend the morning relaxing. Prepare yourself forlater and enjoy a light soup and sandwich lunch, from 12 midday in our Antler Bar. Then join your fellow guests for our Gala Dinner.

FRIDAY 1st JANUARY 2027 – NEW YEAR’S DAY – HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Traditional Full English Brunch Breakfast served till late. Followed by a venture out into Northumberland for a brisk walk. The choice is yours!
In the evening, savour a 3-course dinner and relax!

SATURDAY 2nd JANUARY 2027
Enjoy a final Full Northumberland Breakfast before the team bid you a fond farewell and a safe journey home.
2 Night Package £375pp
3 Night Package £425pp
Single Supplement £79 per night
Cottage or Suite upgrade £100PN
Package Costs (Based On 2 Sharing) • Gala Dinner Nye Meal – Adults Only

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • Provisional bookings will be held for up to 7 days.
  • Pre Order menus are required one month prior to the event.
  • Accommodation booked with functions requires a full prepayment at the time of booking.
  • Please inform us of any dietary requirements.
  • Festive Accommodation Packages require a £50 per person deposit at the time of booking and the full balance is due 1 month prior to arrival.
  • All deposits are non-refundable or transferable.
  • Weather – if we were to have adverse weather conditions any monies paid will not be refunded or transferred for any guests not in attendance to the event.
  • The hotel has the right to change an act should the need arise.
  • Please be aware during Christmas party nights, parties may be joined together to accommodate table plans/ room size.
  • Cancellations (including Covid-19) after deadline date (one month prior) of the event will receive no refund.

PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL OUR TEAM ON 01207 592000
christmas@derwentmanorhotel.com

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