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Christmas at The Ashford Arms

We can’t wait to welcome you to The Ashford Arms this festive season.

Seasons greetings

Celebrate Christmas at The Ashford Arms, our beautiful heritage hotel in the heart of the idyllic village of Ashford-in-the-Water. With its stone fireplaces, stylish interiors and warm atmosphere, The Ashford Arms offers a perfect blend of comfort and charm this winter.

This season, our venue will be elegantly dressed with festive greenery, subtle sparkle and winter touches to bring the magic of Christmas to life.

Fresh, local and full of flavour

Our festive menus are crafted using ingredients from trusted Peak District producers. From comforting favourites to refined seasonal dishes, everything is prepared with care and pride.

Festive menu

Enjoy a 2 or 3-course festive menu filled with seasonal favourites and elevated dishes including traditional turkey, rich braised meats and thoughtful plant-based options.

Half portions are available for children 12 and under who want to enjoy our festive menu.

Festive Afternoon Tea

Relax by the fire with our Festive Afternoon Tea, served Monday to Saturday throughout December.

Expect savoury winter classics and indulgent sweet treats, with tea, coffee or a little special festive fizz!

We also have a vegetarian festive Afternoon Tea menu available.

Christmas opening hours

22nd & 23rd December

Food 8am – 9:30pm

Bar closes at 11pm

Christmas Eve

Food 8am – 8pm

Bar closes at 11pm

Christmas Day

CLOSED

Boxing Day

Food 12pm – 8pm

Bar closes at 11pm

27th – 30th December

Food 8am – 9:30pm

Bar closes at 11pm

New Year's Eve

Food 8am – 9:30pm

Bar closes at 1am

New Year's Day

Food 8:30am – 8pm

Bar closes at 10pm

2nd January onwards

Food 8am – 9:30pm

Bar closes at 11pm

Reserve your table

Join us this Christmas at The Ashford Arms and enjoy beautifully prepared food, cosy surroundings and a warm village welcome.

We can’t wait to welcome you this festive season.

“A delightful haven tucked away in the beating heart of The Peak District”

Rob Hattersley

Festive booking terms & conditions

Bookings
  • All bookings are provisional until confirmed by the venue.
  • We ask for final numbers for your festive booking one week before your reservation. We understand that things change and the number of guests may increase or decrease. This allows us to ensure you have a suitable table for the comfort of your group.
  • If one of your group can’t make it, please call us and cancel at least 48 hours before your Christmas event. Otherwise, we will have to charge you the full cost of the booking.
  • Please arrive ready to be seated at your booking time. This will ensure your experience, and that of other guests, runs smoothly. If you are running late, this may delay your food being served. If you think you’ll be late, please give us a call.

 

Pre orders and deposits
  • Please provide a pre-order and pre-authorisation for tables of 10 and above.
    Full menu choices are required for all guests a minimum of 24 hours prior to the reservation.
  • If there are any allergies or intolerances within your group, please let us know when placing your pre-order so we can cater accordingly. We cannot guarantee amendments can be made without prior agreement.
  • Pre-authorisation of £10 per person will only be taken for table of 10 and above and we will only charge the £10 if a cancellation is within 24 hours of the booking.

 

Festive touches
  • Full festive table décor will only be available on pre booked festive reservations.
  • If your group order from a mix of a la carte and festive menu we can only guarantee crackers for the festive menu diners.

 

Festive Afternoon Tea
  • Available Monday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm
  • Not available on Boxing Day
  • Minimum of 24-hour notice for bookings
  • Pre authorisation of £10 per person for all bookings which will be charged if cancelled on the day or in the event of a no show.

 

All standard venue terms and conditions are also still applicable.

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