Festive Dining
Throughout the festive season we will be offering the best local and seasonal food.
If a full on party night is not your thing, why not join us for a traditional Christmas lunch in the bar or restaurant, a favourite for daytime office parties. Join us throughout December to celebrate with friends, family or work colleagues with some great food, fine wine and fantastic local beers.
- £15.95 per person for a two course lunch
- £18.95 per person for a three course lunch
Christmas Day Lunch
Like the scene from a Christmas card, the rolling Lakeland hills and pretty villages of the Lyth Valley provide the perfect backdrop for our favourite day of the year. A roaring fire and splendid decorations inside ensure a warm welcome, so take the stress out of your festive planning and book in for our five course festive feast. Reservations are essential.
- £69 per adult
- young adults (aged 13-15) - £45pp
- juniors (aged 3-12) - £20pp
CHRISTMAS LUNCH MENU
First Course
Stornoway Black Pudding and Smoked Duck Terrine, Prune and Orange Chutney, Lamb Lettuce,
Chilli and Cheese Bloomer Bread
Giant Vol-a-Vent, Filled with Gravadlax Salmon and Dill Mousse, Burned Lemon and Red Swiss Chard
Creamy Brandy Infused Forest Mushroom Soup and Parmesan Tuille
Around the World Tortilla
Beet Tortilla Filled with Escalivada Vegetables, Topped with Crispy French Goat Cheese Pearls or Tofu on a bed of Moroccan Cous-Cous (V, VG)
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Second Course
Champagne Sorbet
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Main Course
Roasted Breast and Leg of Turkey with All the Trimmings and Roast Gravy
Sirloin of Scottish Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and Pan Gravy
Tournedos Salmon Rossini Served with Giant Mackerel Pate Crouton, Dijon Maple Butter Sauce
Vegetable Tart Tatin, Cauliflower Cheese, Rosemary infused Tomato Sauce
All served with a selection of potatoes and seasonal vegetables
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Dessert
Winter Berries Tiramisu
Award Winning Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce and Ice Cream
Raspberry Cranachan Trifle
Melton Stilton and Port, Fruit and Biscuit
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Coffee & Petit Fours
NEW YEAR'S EVE 5 COURSE GALA DINNER
Party in style this year and let 2022 in with a bang. The emphasis is on fine food, great company and a good old knees up! Our Chefs will prepare a banquet of local delights for your enjoyment, while you get ready for the big countdown to midnight. Seating at 8:00pm.
- £69 per adult
- young adults (aged 13-15) - £45pp
- juniors (aged 3-12) - £20pp
NEW YEAR'S EVE MENU
Starter
Soup
Creamy Thai Carrot & Sweet Potato, Crunchy Honey Nuts and Fresh Coriander
Salmon & Prawns Stacks
Smoked Salmon, Prawns & Avocado Spiced Salsa
Beetroot and Cheese Textures
Red and Gold Beetroot, Ricotta Cheese & Herby Tomato Concasse
Cumbrian Game Terrine
Homemade Date and Fig Chutney, Toasted Brioche & Garden Herb Salad
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Second Course
Raspberry Limoncello Prosecco
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Main
Herb Crusted Venison
80Z Venison Steak with Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme Crust, Sweet Potatoes Dauphinoise, Madeira Wine Jus
Pan Seared Sword Fish
Butter Pan Seared Sword Fish, Prawns, Mussels and Cherry Tomatoes Consomme
Supreme of Chicken
Supreme of Chicken, Wild Mushroom Truffled Sausage, Potato Puree with Leeks, Roasted Vegetables & Tarragon Jus
Griddle Haloumi Cheese
Grilled Haloumi Cheese, Cherry Tomato, Toasted Wild Mushroom, Garlic Wilted Kale
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Dessert
Dark Chocolate Marquise
Blueberry Puree, Clotted Cream and Mint Syrup
Aromatic Poach Pears
Pistachio Creme Anglaise, Cardamom Yogurt and Crushed Strawbeny Ice Cream
"Damson Dene” Blueberry Tartlet
Mint Custard, Blueberry Meringue, Pecan and Coconut Crumble
Cheese and Port Wine Selection
Celery and Apple Chutney, Crackers and Fresh Grapes
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To Finish
Coffee and Petit Fours
ALL-INCLUSIVE CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS
The excitement begins at the end of November when our programme of party nights kicks off the countdown to Christmas. Whether you’re looking for a residential party package or just a great local party night, Damson Dene Hotel will deliver a fun filled night to remember.
Our chefs have been busy preparing the best local and seasonal food for the table and there are fine wines and great tasting local beers at the bar. Our resident DJ’s will be playing our favourite Christmas dance floor fillers, so whether you’re celebrating with friends, family or work colleagues festive cheer is guaranteed.
We've got a great range of nights to choose from starting at the end of November until 21st December 2021.
Package includes:
- 4 course festive meal including coffee and mints
- Glass of prosecco per person on arrival
- Party hats, crackers & party poppers
£27.95 per person
Stay for an extra £50 per person
PARTY NIGHT MENU
Private Platter
A buffet at your own table to share with friends
Smoked Salmon Roulaude, Liver Pate, Hams, Melons and Salads
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Christmas Carvery
Just what you fancy (sprouts served separately!)
Choose from:
Butter Roast Turkey and all the fuss
Roast Beef and Yorkie Pud
Grilled Salmon Fillet
Individual Vegetable Strudel
with Roasted Vegetables and Potatoes
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Dishy Desserts
Pick up a pudding
Individual Desserts
Fruit Salad, Lemon Posset, Christmas Pudding, Sherry Trifle
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Freshly Brewed Coffee & Mince Pies
2 or 3 Night Christmas Breaks
Come and enjoy the fun with a 2 or 3 night Christmas package at Damson Dene Hotel.
Prices from 2 nights - £295 & 3 nights - £345 per adult including accommodation, breakfast and evening meals.
Christmas Eve
Get settled in before you join us for mulled wine and mince pies in the Bar.
Dinner is served in our Heron view restaurant from 6.30pm.
Get to know fellow guests in our lounge area and enjoy some parlour games for some festive fun.
Younger guests are invited to decorate the tree in the lounge area and hang their stockings ready for a visit from the ‘big fella’ – don’t forget a carrot for the reindeer.
Christmas Day
Start the day with a glass of bucks fizz and our traditional Cumbrian breakfast.
The morning is yours to enjoy with a local walk or church service before sitting down to a six course Christmas lunch to remember.
Join the Queen in the lounge at 3pm then why not have a dip in the pool or a short walk to build your appetite for this evening’s decorated carved buffet.
Boxing Day
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast looking out over the beautiful Gardens.
On your return have a warm up in the bar with some tea and cake; an ideal opportunity to continue any games tournaments you’re on the brink of winning.
A candlelit dinner will be served in our restaurant from 6.30pm.
27th December
Time to wish you a fond farewell after breakfast, served until 10.00am.
2 or 3 Night New Year Breaks
NEW YEARS EVE
Arrive mid afternoon, settle in and enjoy use of leisure facilities before getting ready for dinner.
Meet fellow guests in the bar area for pre-dinner canapés and a glass of prosecco from 7pm.
Enjoy a splendid 5 course Gala dinner in our Heron View Restaurant and party the night away with our music and entertainment from our DJ.
Charge your glasses ready to toast the New Year with new friends and old.
NEW YEARS DAY
Leisurely breakfast served until 10.30.
Still time to relax in our spa before getting ready for dinner from in our Heron view restaurant from 6.30pm
2ND JANUARY
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before we wish you a fond farewell, or if you’d like a longer break, why not stay on at our preferred rates.
