What’s on: Winter 2025
Ease into winter with our roundup of dining events at the most exceptional restaurants in the South West of England
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Cornwall
Prawn on the Lawn, Padstow
Celebrate the holiday season at one of Prawn on the Lawn’s festive events. On December 4, Ben Tonks from Dartmouth’s Seahorse Restaurant joins the team for a one-night kitchen takeover to cook up a seafood feast. Roll up your sleeves and tuck into local crab on December 7 at the Crab Feast and round off the year at the returning Truffle Fest ’25 at sister vineyard site Barnaby’s on New Year’s Eve for a day of truffle-spiked feasting.
Ardor, St Ives
Step into winter with Ardor’s Sunday lunch menu, served between 12-3 pm, featuring new roasts including dry-aged beef, rotisserie chicken and slow-roasted duroc pork belly and all the trimmings. Festivities begin on November 14 with the Festive Fiesta Menu. Start with two tapas followed by a Josper-grilled main with a side, and finish with churros.
The Headland Hotel & Spa, Fistral Beach
For a pre or post Christmas winter break, head to The Headland and enjoy a Fistral Feast, which includes an overnight stay in a room or suite, use of the award-winning spa facilities and credit towards dinner at one of the hotel restaurants. Find out more.
St Tudy Inn, Bodmin
Step into a Cornish Christmas at one of the festive supper clubs held on December 5, 12 and 19 at St Tudy Inn, filled with seasonal dishes and live music. For New Year’s Eve cheer, join the team for a night of Bublé covers and a five-course tasting menu to kick off 2026. Find out more.
Devon
The View Restaurant, Exeter
Enjoy great views of nearby fireworks, including the grand display at Westpoint Exeter, while savouring a Bonfire Week menu that runs between November 1-7. Find out more.
The Tytherleigh Arms, Axminster
Enjoy a winter escape and a complimentary £50 dining voucher when you book to stay between November and February at The Tytherleigh Arms – use the voucher during your stay at the two AA rosette restaurant. Find out more.
The Farm Table at Darts Farm, Topsham
Join the team at The Farm Table for festive indulgence, a Christmas cheese and tipples masterclass, Christmas beef wellington masterclasses and more. Book now.
Boringdon Hall, near Plymouth
On November 15, Boringdon Hall is launching a festive afternoon tea, running until January 3. Expect an array of chef-made finger sandwiches, spiced onion and camembert tartlets, savoury, fruit and plain scones with house-made preserves, and a selection of cakes from the trolley. Book now.
Lympstone Manor, Lympstone
Join Lympstone Manor on November 20 to celebrate the release of Beaujolais Nouveau – start with canapes and a glass of fizz, followed by dinner in the Pool House with a menu designed by Michael Caines. On December 11, Michael welcomes guests for a special festive dinner. Finally, round off the year at the New Year’s Eve House Party on December 31, which includes an eight-course tasting menu, wines, champagne and a firework display over the estuary.
Visit throughout December to catch a Festive Afternoon Tea or the Dine in December three and four-course menu with complimentary mulled wine.
The Millbrook Inn, South Pool
For winter feasting, head to The Millbrook Inn on November 21 for Steak & Good Company with chef Elly Wentworth to indulge in Fowlescombe shorthorn, carved to share and book-ended with a starter and dessert. On December 5, get the gang together for The Calm Before the Carols – three seasonal courses, no tinsel and no turkey. Get festive at the Christmas Chocolate Workshop on December 17, where you’ll be greeted with a glass of fizz, make your own chocolates and sip mulled cider.
Two Bridges Hotel, Dartmoor National Park
Enjoy a pre-Christmas treat at the Two Bridges Hotel and retreat to the heart of Dartmoor for a two-night festive break which includes dinner on both nights and homemade mince pies on arrival, available to book from December 1 to 23. For a cosy getaway, book the winter warmer short stay between November 1 and March 31, which includes a three-course dinner each night.
The Two Bridges Hotel also has a festive offering packed with local ingredients from Devon’s farmers, fishermen, and producers. Feast on a three-course festive lunch or dinner accompanied by all the trimmings – ideal for family or work get-togethers during the Christmas period.
Mill End Hotel and Restaurant, Chagford
Make Christmas last longer and book a three-night stay at the Mill End throughout December. Enjoy a mince pie and mulled wine on arrival, start your mornings with a home-cooked breakfast, and end the day with a refined dining experience and a complimentary bottle of house wine. Find out more.
Bovey Castle, North Bovey
This December, retreat to the heart of Dartmoor for a Winter’s Eve at Bovey Castle, where you’ll be greeted with afternoon tea, stay in a cosy room, and wake up to a hearty breakfast on the moor. For the ultimate winter enchantment, choose the December Lodge Escape.
Dorset
Thirteen, Poole
Thirteen was named Restaurant of the Year 2025 (Gold) for the second year running at the DMB Tourism Awards in November and also received Bronze in the People’s Choice Restaurant category. For a winter warmer, book yourself in at this award-winning restaurant for a seven-course Sunday lunch featuring elevated classics and perfectly golden Yorkshire puddings.
The Ilchester Arms, Symondsbury
Head to the cosy thatched pub for a Thanksgiving feast on November 27. Expect classic fare of roast turkey, stuffing, potatoes and roasted veg followed by a wedge of spiced pumpkin pie. Book now.
Bath, Bristol and Somerset
Noah’s, Bristol
Join the seafood aficionados at Noah’s reimagined winter terrace for a barbecue night every Tuesday evening. Starting on November 18, expect a menu of market fish and shellfish ready to cook to order over coals. Book now.
Queen of Cups, Glastonbury
Celebrate the release of the first wine from the Beaujolais region in France at the Queen of Cups. On November 20, raise a glass of the vibrant young wine and complement it with dishes inspired by the region with a signature Queen of Cups twist. Find out more.
Caper & Cure, Bristol
The team behind Caper & Cure is expanding its sister site, Carmen Street Wine bar, with a new bottleshop next door, opening on November 29. With an additional 30 covers, guests will now be able to taste wine on-site, purchase bottles to take home, or order online from the delicious retail selection. A rotating menu of small plates will accompany the wine list.
The Holcombe, Holcombe
For a spot of festive dining, visit The Holcombe throughout November and December to indulge in Christmas dishes that showcase the best of the kitchen garden and Somerset produce. Find out more.
Iford Manor Kitchen, Bath
Iford Manor Kitchen is hosting a series of intimate, hands-on workshops hosted by head chef Matthew Briddon to help you level up your 2026 cooking. Learn to ferment the best of the season’s vegetables at the fermentation workshops on November 12 and January 21, or improve your breadmaking at the sourdough workshop on February 4.
Wiltshire and Gloucestershire
The Greenway Hotel & Spa, Cheltenham
Escape to the Cotswolds for a country-house December Hideaway. It includes one night’s accommodation, a festive drink on arrival, afternoon tea and breakfast in the morning. The Christmas Experience package is another relaxing way to spend the holiday. Arrive on Christmas Eve and indulge in excellent dining, bubbles, breakfasts, afternoon tea and spa treatments before heading home on December 27.