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Twinkling Party Nights and Cosy City Breaks at ABode Hotel , Canterbury abodecanterbury . co . uk
From 23 November - 22 December , Canterbury ’ s acclaimed ABode Hotel will be kicking off their annual festivities with dazzling celebratory party nights set to take place every Thursday , Friday and Saturday evenings . For £ 50 per person and held in the historic County Room all decked out for the occasion , guests will be greeted with a glass of fizz on arrival before a delectable threecourse meal is served . Dress in your finest sparkles , before dancing the night away with the hotel ’ s resident DJ .
Boasting their prime location in the heart of Canterbury ’ s historic town centre , ABode will also be showcasing their utterly magical Christmas City Escape from Christmas Eve until Boxing Day , perfect for those looking to soak up the city ’ s charm during the holiday season , full of live music , culinary delights and luxurious facilities . Seeking a stress-free location for Christmas Day Lunch ? Brasserie ABode has got you sorted . Begin with a Champagne reception and tantalising canapés , leading into an exquisite five-course menu that promises to be a Christmas dinner to remember .
Showstopping Settings and Big Day Feasts at Chilston Park Hotel , Lenham handpickedhotels . co . uk / chilstonpark / festive-season
From elevated dining offerings in the hotel ’ s 2AA Rosette restaurant , including a six course Christmas Day feast , stunning private dining rooms or cosy bar and lounges , to seasonal staycations within the stylish 17th century manor house , Chilston Park Hotel is simply unmissable during the winter months for a quintessentially- Kentish Christmas .
Pull out all the stops with your festive attire as on Fridays and Saturdays will be the venue ’ s glamorous Christmas and Black Tie Themed Party Nights . Look forward to a glass of Prosecco on arrival , a sit-down meal of glorious dishes followed by tea , coffee and mince pies , with a disco until midnight . Exclusive use of the venue and private parties also available for bespoke get togethers and corporate celebrations , with every small detail taken care of to ensure all guests have a truly magical experience from the moment they enter through the gates .
On 5 December and for £ 65 per person , Chilston also invites intrigued codecrackers to join their murder mystery special , Deadly Diamonds for a night of atmospheric deciphering and joyous immersive games .
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Rest & Recuperate Your Way Into 2025 at Eastwell Manor , Ashford champneys . com / hotels / eastwell-manor
Boasting a dreamy getaway filled with well-deserved relaxation and indulgence , Eastwell Manor offers the perfect way to spend the void between the busy Christmas period and New Year ’ s celebrations . Guests of the award-winning Eastwell Manor and Champneys Spa can
choose from a Post-Christmas Spa Break , which includes Champneys spa , pools and relaxation experiences , a 50-minute Champneys Body Radiance treatment , breakfast and a three-course dinner from the table d ’ hôte menu as well as access to the use of many other Eastwell facilities . While the New Year ’ s Eve Break offers a delectable afternoon tea experience , full use of the spa , a delicious four-course evening meal , live music and a glass of Laurent-Perrier Vintage 2012 to toast to new beginnings , ending the stay with a scrumptious New Year ’ s Day brunch to ensure all guests step into the new year fulfilled and positively-refreshed .
Captivating Fireworks and Joyous Toasting at The Ferry House , Harty theferryhouse . co . uk
A splendid location to wave goodbye to 2024 and say hello to a new year with loved ones , the idyllic Ferry House will be setting up their Event Suite on 31 December for an unforgettable end of year celebration . Suitable for the whole family and inviting groups to dress for the occasion , the evening will begin with a ‘ cheers ’ hour from 6.30pm , with special drinks offers available , before guests can tuck into a mouthwatering Kentish pulled pork meal complete with all the trimmings and a decadent dessert . Join together for a toast as midnight draws closer and a magnificent fireworks display starts the new year with a bang . Overnight guests will also be welcomed to retreat after the magic of the evening to a sumptuous room , with a New Year ’ s Day feast available in The Ferry House ’ s award-winning restaurant for extended celebrations .
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