Christmas Parties

We all know that Nottingham is a vibrant city, full of restaurants, bars, cafés and pubs - but at Christmas the city really comes into its own as party season gets underway. Whether you are looking for the perfect venue for your office party or a place where you can catch up with friends and family, we have plenty of inspiration. But hurry - popular Christmas party dates get snapped up quickly in the city.

The cosy surroundings at Le Bistrot Pierre make it the perfect place for a festive occasion. Housed in an elegant building, the restaurant serves warming French dishes and fine wines. The Larder, on Goosegate, offers delicious seasonal food, including wonderful Christmas dishes, meanwhile, fine dining restaurant Hart's will be hosting Christmas parties throughout the festive season where you can expect prosecco, fabulous food and entertainment. For those of you who are looking for thrilling entertainment National Justice Museum has an exciting programme of Christmas Murder Mystery Nights and New Year’s Eve Champagne Cocktails and Crime. Tour the museum to interrogate the suspects, view the evidence and decipher who is the criminal. Tickets for both are selling fast so make sure you book now to avoid disappointment.

If you want to catch up with friends, family or colleagues in relaxed surroundings choose Hand and Heart on Derby Road. Inside this cosy pub you can tuck into traditional hearty dishes made using local produce or sample the cask ales on offer. Over the festive period there is set menu available, which includes a glass of mulled wine or cranberry juice on arrival. Or join Crowne Plaza Nottingham at one of their traditional Christmas party nights. You will enjoy a drink on arrival, a delicious two course dinner and half a bottle of wine per person followed by a disco with our resident DJ until late.

Venture into the county and stop by The Ram in Newark where you can enjoy warming dishes such as curried parsnip soup, chicken & ham hock terrine, roast turkey breast, deliciously spiced salmon fillet, and much more. Or, try one of Beeston Fields' Party Nights, if you want to enjoy a three course meal with family, friends or colleagues.

Or if you prefer a relaxing and cosy Christmas meal on board of The Nottingham Prince and Nottingham Princess, then Princess River Cruises are a perfect choice with their Santa Cruise, Christmas Parties and Daytime Cruises.

Make a break of it and stay overnight

Nottingham has a superb selection of city centre hotels so why not extend your party night into a weekend break? Our hotels include internationally-known brands such as Hilton, Ibis and Crowne Plaza as well as boutique hotels like Hart's and St James' Hotel.

Country retreats

If you are looking for a bit of peace away from the city then retreat to one of our market towns or villages for your Christmas party. Newark has a host of excellent pubs and restaurants including The Ram and Fox and Crown, while in West Bridgford you can enjoy tapas at Escabeche and drinks at the Southbank. You can also chose to have your Christmas party at the Best Western Premier Yew Lodge Hotel, make the most out of their SPA, and stay overnight.

For more information about places to dine and stay in the city and county see our Eat and Drink pages or call the Nottingham Tourist Information Centre on 08444 77 5678.