our complete guide to Christmas
Christmas At Essington Farm
Tradition, Taste & Togetherness.
Join us at Essington Farm for festive flavours, thoughtful gifts, and magical moments with Santa — everything you need for a perfect Christmas.
From Breakfast to the Main Event
Make this Christmas truly special with everything you need for a festive feast. Start the day with a delicious breakfast, from a full English with free-range eggs, sausages, and bacon, to freshly baked pastries and farm-fresh milk or juice.
Our bakery brings warmth to every table, with breads perfect for winter soups, golden tear & share loaves for sharing, and slices ideal for the all-important Boxing Day leftover sandwich.
For the main event, our butchery offers top-quality, free-range meats—from succulent turkeys and Pedigree Hereford beef to free-range pork, homemade pigs in blankets, and indulgent speciality birds—ready to make your Christmas celebrations effortless and memorable.
Enjoy a 10% Farm Shop voucher with every poultry order, redeemable in January 2026, min order £30.
Breakfast
Wake Up To Christmas
Start the day with a festive breakfast to remember. From a full English with free-range eggs, sausages and bacon, to freshly baked breads, pastries, or smoked salmon with scrambled eggs, there’s something for every taste. Add farm-fresh milk, freshly pressed orange juice, or a glass of Prosecco, and enjoy a morning crafted with flavour, care, and festive indulgence.
Desserts
Sweeten the Season
Delight in decadent desserts, freshly made to order. From rich, spiced Christmas puddings and indulgent Black Forest gateaux to beautifully finished Christmas cakes, each creation brings warmth and joy to your celebrations. For New Year, our showstopping centrepieces promise to impress every guest.
Christmas pre-order by Wednesday 17th December 2025
Collections available from 12pm on Sunday 21st December 2025
New Year’s Eve pre-order by Sunday 28th December 2025
Bakery
Baked for Sharing
Perfect for every table, our breads are made to be enjoyed together. From tangy sourdough and soft white bloomer to golden tear & share loaves, each is crafted with care by our in-house bakers and baked fresh daily. Ideal with winter soups, festive nibbles, or thick slices for the ultimate Boxing Day leftover sandwich.
Deli
Parties & New Years Eve Celebrations
Impress your guests with hand-crafted festive treats from our deli. From rich, spiced mince pies and free-range pork pies in a variety of flavours to curated cheeseboards with artisan cheeses, crackers, and farmhouse pickle, every bite is full of Christmas cheer. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or elevating any celebration.
Speciality Cheeseboards pre-order by Friday 19th December 2025
Speciality Pork Pies, Gala & Round Slicing Pies pre-order by Friday 12th December 2025
Butchery
The Centrepiece of Christmas
Bring the festive table to life with expertly prepared meats from our award-winning butchery. From succulent Pedigree Hereford beef and free-range pork to turkeys, homemade pigs in blankets, and indulgent speciality birds, every cut is chosen for flavour and quality. Let us take care of the centrepiece, so you can focus on sharing it with those you love. Call 01902 735724 to place your order.
Trimmings
From Farm to Festive Feast
Stock your Christmas table with the very best fresh produce from our Farm Shop.
Home-grown Essington sprouts, available loose or on the stem, sit alongside crisp roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and all the fresh trimmings you need to make your festive feast truly special.
Pick up everything local, fresh, and ready to enjoy this Christmas.
Dine with us this Christmas.
Step into the magic of Christmas at the restaurant, where festive cheer and cosy charm come together. Enjoy a seasonal feast of roast turkey with all the trimmings, and indulge in classic Christmas desserts like pudding, apple crumble, and warm mince pies. The perfect place to create joyful memories with friends and family this holiday season.
3 Course Lunch £34.95 | 3 Course Evening Meal £36.95 | 2 Course Lunch £30.95 | 2 Course Evening Meal £32.95
Available Monday – Saturday | From 1st – 20th December & 27th, 29th – 30th December 2025
Festive Afternoon Tea
This Christmas, indulge in a wonderfully festive afternoon tea — a seasonal
treat made for sharing with those you love.
Whether you’re celebrating with friends or enjoying a quiet moment with family, it’s the perfect way to savour the season.
Add a glass of mulled wine or prosecco to make it extra special.
Available from 1st – 20th & 27th – 30th December 2025
Available daily from 3 PM. Pre-booking is required at least 24 hours in advance, with a booking cut-off of 2:30 PM the day before.
Flavours Of The Season
Christmas Tasting Day
Saturday 22nd November 2025 10:30am – 3pm
Experience the magic of the season at Essington Farm with our curated selection of festive food and drink.
Sample handmade mince pies, perfectly seasoned Pigs in Blankets, indulgent desserts and much more, all crafted in our kitchen or sourced from trusted local producers. Savour the flavours of Christmas and find inspiration for your perfect festive table.
NO BOOKING NEEDED!
Dine with Santa
Breakfast With Santa
Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th, Saturday 13th (SOLD OUT), Sunday 14th & Saturday 20th December 2025
Add a sprinkle of festive magic to your day with an Essington Breakfast with Santa. Gather the whole family for a joyful experience filled with seasonal cheer, delicious food, and a special hand-delivered gift from Santa himself. Served from 8:30am. Pre-bookings only.
Evening Supper
Christmas Evening Supper
Saturday 13th December 2025 6:30 – 8pm
Celebrate a magical Christmas evening with our festive supper. Begin with a seasonal starter, followed by hearty mains such as traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings or roasted salmon with chilli jam. End on a sweet note with Christmas pudding, apple crumble, or a warm mince pie with clotted cream. With two or three courses to choose from, it’s the perfect way to mark the season in style. Pre-bookings only.
Kids Christmas Craft
Candy Canes & Creations.
Saturday 20th December 2025, 3pm – 5pm
Join us for a festive few hours of joy as children create their very own Christmas crafts. Includes a hand-made freshly baked Essington sausage roll, sweet biscuit and a drink. A chance to meet Santa himself, with a special gift to treasure. Time to craft, play and let Christmas magic shine through every creation.
Private Parties
Look no further for the ultimate festive celebration! Our 140-seater restaurant is the perfect Christmas party venue – available for exclusive hire, large group bookings, or one of our cosy private rooms for smaller gatherings.
With a fully licensed bar and festive menus crafted with care, your celebration is in safe hands. From traditional Roast Turkey with all the trimmings to indulgent desserts like Christmas Pudding and our Taste of Essington Cheeseboard, every dish is designed to bring people together over delicious, home-grown flavours. Minimum party size is 30 guests, with 2 or 3 course menu options to choose from.
Call 01902 735 724 to discuss your event.
Gifting
Make Christmas extra special with Essington Farm’s bespoke hampers – hand-picked to suit any taste and budget. Simply share a little about who you’re buying for, set your budget, and we’ll create a hamper filled with festive delights, making thoughtful gifting effortless.
For those who are always tricky to buy for, our Essington Farm Gift Vouchers are the perfect solution – redeemable in our Farm Shop in £10 or £20 values.
And if you’re looking for a present with a touch of elegance, treat someone to our Afternoon Tea gift vouchers – the ideal way to indulge and celebrate the season.
Call 01902 735 724 to discuss your order.
Christmas Trees
Pick the perfect tree from our beautifully curated selection of non-shed firs and potted trees.
Don’t forget a water-holding stand to keep it looking fresh all season.
Free Netting Service Available.
Caring for Your Christmas Tree
Keep your tree looking its best throughout the season: Place in a water–holding stand. Top up the water regularly to maintain freshness, and place it away from radiators or direct heat to help it thrive in all its festive glory.