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Christmas Parties

Festive Dinners Throughout December

Guests enjoy a festive two- or three-course evening meal in the Lakes Restaurant. The dining experience offers a celebratory seasonal atmosphere with wintry views across the Dedham Vale. It is tailored for gatherings with friends, family, or colleagues.

Dec 1 – Dec 23, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Two-course dinner: £37.00 per person; three-course dinner: £43.00 per person. For groups of 8 people or more, a £10 per person deposit is taken at the time of booking; groups of 8 or more must phone to book.

Hours

6:30pm to 9:00pm.

Food & Drink

Choose a two- or three-course festive dinner.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Groups of friends, families and colleagues

Vibe

Festive and celebratory

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • If your group has eight or more people, phone to book because larger groups cannot use the regular booking route.
  • Be prepared to pay a per-person deposit when booking for a group of eight or more.
  • Choose between the two-course and three-course options when arranging your dinner.
  • Look at the sample festive dinner menu before booking to help your group choose its meal.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Groups of 8 or more must book by phone.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we choose between different dinner menus?

Guests can choose a two- or three-course festive dinner in the Lakes Restaurant.

How should a group of eight or more make a booking?

Groups of eight or more must phone to book. A deposit is taken per person when booking.

Is this dinner suitable for a group celebration?

The dinner is offered for gatherings with friends, family or colleagues.

What is the setting like?

The Lakes Restaurant has wintry views across Dedham Vale.

Where can I see the menu?

A sample festive dinner menu is available from the event booking page.

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