Visit Hamphire
Catergories: Food&DrinkChristmas

Save the hassle of cooking and take the pressure off by booking a Christmas dinner or lunch at one of Hampshire’s hotels or restaurants. 

Whether you fancy a Christmas dinner in one of our National Parks within one of our cities, take your pick from some amazing venues that will be serving up turkey and all the trimmings this Christmas Day. 
 

The Old Forge, Otterbourne 

In the village of Otterbourne, near Winchester, this country pub is running a 5-course menu with special children’s menu on Christmas Day. Upgrade packages are also available for premium drinks, including a welcome glass of Chapel Down Brut NV and a cocktail to finish. 

Find out more about The Old Forge 

The Grand, Southampton 

Grand Cafe, Southampton, Hampshire

In the heart of Southampton, The Grand will be opening up its doors for Christmas Day lunch. Bring along all the family and the younger guests can also enjoy the opportunity to meet Mr Claus himself! Each child booked receives a gift and under 5s are free. 

Find out more about The Grand 

The Trusty Servant, Minstead, New Forest 

Dubbed as a “proper country pub”, this dog-friendly inn sits in the heart of the New Forest National Park, where you may find ponies, donkeys and the like passing by.  

Kicking off with some amuse bouche, followed by a four-course Christmas Day menu. Adults are £89.99 and children £49.99. 

Find out more about The Trusty Servant 

Bourne Valley Inn, St Mary Bourne 

As well as turkey with all the extras, the Bourne Valley Inn’s Christmas menu offers Chalk Stream trout en croute, Stokes Marsh Farm aged beef sirloin and Heritage squash, beetroot and chickpea Wellington as mains options for Christmas Day with vegan alternatives also available. 

Find out more about the Bourne Valley Inn 

 
Spice Island Inn, Portsmouth 

The Spice Island Inn, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Indulge in oozing cheese fondants or satisfy your palate with a succulent roasted turkey dinner at the Spice Island Inn, in the heart of historic Portsmouth.  

Find out more about Spice Island Inn 

The Master Builder’s House, Buckler’s Hard, New Forest 

Set in the heart of the historic maritime village of Buckler’s Hard, The Master Builder’s House oozes in history. This AA rosette-winning restaurant will be offering three-course Christmas Day lunches. Be sure to take a stroll down to the Beaulieu River post-dinner for some gorgeous views.  

Find out more about the Master Builder’s House 

Oakley Hall Hotel, near Basingstoke 

Dessert at Oakley Hall Hotel, Hampshire

Indulge in Christmas dinner in the grand surroundings of Oakley Hall Hotel. Christmas Day lunch includes 5-courses, mince pies and coffee, a live singer, a photo booth to capture precious memories and festive treats upon arrival. Guests under 12 can burn off energy in the pop-up play village and will get the chance to meet Santa! 

Find out more about Oakley Hall Hotel 

The Ship, Langstone, Havant 

Overlooking Emsworth Harbour, this quirky Fullers pub will be running their Christmas Day menu with mains including Usk Vale turkey breast and Owton’s 28-day dry-aged beef wellington.  

Follow up your meal with a brisk walk over to Hayling Island to blow any Christmas cobwebs away! 

Find out more about The Ship 

Bookings for Christmas Day lunch in Hampshire are likely to fill quickly. We strongly recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.  

Christmas breaks in Hampshire 

Make your Christmas extra special by booking a Christmas package which includes an overnight stay.  

Find out more about places to stay offering Christmas breaks 

Find places to stay in Hampshire  

Find large self-catering properties in Hampshire 

Find out more about food and drink in Hampshire 

Related

The Grand
Restaurants
The Grand, Southampton

Welcome to The Grand, a venue steeped in history within a Grade II listed building, South Western House. The building played host to many distinguished guests such as Winston Churchill, Dwight Eisenhower during the Second World War, Queen Elizabeth & the Queen Mother. Once Southampton’s grandest hotel, it was also used by first-class passengers of the Titanic, history dates back to 1865.

The Bourne Valley Inn
Pub/Inn
The Bourne Valley Inn

Bourne Valley Inn is a traditional British pub with rooms tucked away in the small village of St Mary Bourne in the Hampshire countryside.

Oakley Hall Hotel
Hotel
Oakley Hall Hotel

Oakley Hall offers 47 elegant bedrooms in both the main house and the converted 19th century stable block. Bedrooms have been individually designed and furnished to a very high standard complete with every modern convenience.

Spice Island Inn
Pub/Inn
Spice Island Inn in Portsmouth old town

Situated on the harbour front with fantastic views overlooking Portsmouth harbour, this large pub has a large patio for soaking up the sun in the summer.

The Master Builders at Bucklers Hard
Hotel
The Master Builders at Bucklers Hard

With beautiful views over the Beaulieu River and set at the end of the grassy street that is Buckler’s Hard village, it is difficult to imagine a more picturesque setting for a hotel on the whole south coast of England.

The Ship Inn
Real Ale
The Ship Inn

Located in the picturesque village of Langstone with spectacular views of the harbour. Food is fresh and traditional ordered from the galley area. Functions are also available to book.