Illustration of felt figures in knitted sweaters sharing a holiday dinner at a table with a roast, cocoa and a small tree (Festive Buffet at The Pippin)

Festive Buffet at The Pippin

Guests gather in a cosy pub adorned with twinkling fairy lights, decorated Christmas trees, and roaring fires to enjoy seasonal celebrations. Dining options include festive buffets and traditional roast turkey dinners served with Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, stuffing, pigs in blankets, and gravy. The menu also features burgers loaded with seasonal favourites, vegetarian and vegan choices, decadent desserts, and a selection of winter warmers, beers, and cocktails.

Map It Details Official site

Advertisement

Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

For customers choosing the Christmas Day Menu, the deposit is £10 per adult and £10 per child.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Choose from traditional turkey dinners with festive trimmings, festive buffets, starters, mains and desserts, with vegetarian, vegan and children's choices, plus seasonal drinks, winter warmers, merry mixers and mocktails.

Going?

Location

The Pippin · 78 London Road, Maidstone, Kent, England, ME16 0DR Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and groups gathering for a festive meal

Vibe

Friendly, relaxed and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book Christmas Day early and send your menu choices by the deadline, because the pub can cancel bookings without them.
  • Online Christmas Day bookings close after 18 December, so phone the pub after that date to check for last-minute availability.
  • Cancel before 11 December if plans change, because Christmas Day deposits become non-refundable on or after that date.
  • Check the allergen information and the no-gluten Christmas Day menu before ordering if anyone in your group has dietary needs.
  • Watch your inbox from 21 October, when the email link for Christmas Day menu pre-orders arrives.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Christmas Day dinner is a set menu booked with a deposit and a menu pre-order. No-gluten and kids' versions are available.
  • Festive dining continues from Boxing Day onwards.

Links & Contact

Run by Greene King

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's on the Christmas menus?

Choose from the Festive Buffet Menu, the Christmas Day Menu, a No Gluten Christmas Day Menu and a Kids Christmas Day Menu. Christmas dinner is roast turkey with roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings. It comes with pigs in blankets, stuffing, Brussels sprouts and gravy, plus starters and desserts.

Do the menus cater for vegetarians, vegans and children?

Yes. The Christmas menus cater for vegetarians, vegans and children. Allergen information is available too.

What drinks are on offer?

Seasonal drinks include winter warmers, mixers and mocktails, plus mulled wine for festive get-togethers.

How does booking for Christmas Day work?

Book a table and pay a deposit, and your confirmation comes by email. Pre-orders open on 21 October 2026, and you get an email link to send your menu choices. Full payment is due by 1 December, or when you book after that date.

What if I need to cancel a Christmas Day booking?

Cancel before 11 December 2026 and you get a full refund. From 11 December the deposit is non-refundable, but any other payments are refunded in full.

Browse Christmas in Maidstone

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly. Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide and isn't affiliated with the events we list.

Contributors & Updates

Event details verified: