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Festive Decorations

Celebrate Christmas at Riverside House

Festive Fun for All Ages

Twinkling lights, the irresistible scent of mulled wine, and a buzz of festive energy – it can only mean Christmas at The Riverside House Hotel! Whether you're raising a glass with friends or dancing the night away with colleagues, we’re here to help you party the season away in style.

This December, the hotel is bursting with festive cheer, from sparkling party nights to festive afternoon teas and mouth-watering Christmas Day feasts.

We're open all through the season, including Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

And if you don’t want the fun to end, why not stay the night? Our cosy rooms are the perfect place to rest your dancing feet after a night full of festivities – or sneak away for a cheeky little escape between Christmas and New Year.

So, wrap up warm, bring your festive spirit, and let The Riverside House Hotel sprinkle a little Christmas magic all over your celebrations.

Christmas Party Night

Ideal for the office Christmas get together or just a family or friends celebration, celebrate in style with dinner and dancing.​

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Friday & Saturday

£55.50 per person

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Christmas party nights are Fridays and Saturdays only. Other days are available on request.

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Book by calling us on 01638 717274 or email riversidehotel@grhotels.co.uk

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Christmas Day

Invite family and friends to come together for the
best meal of the year and enjoy our gourmet lunch.

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£115.00 per adult

£40 per child (12 and under)

 

Arrival 12;30 | Food served at 1:00 prompt

Booking is essential.

 

Book by calling us on 01638717274 or email riversidehotel@grhotels.co.uk

Boxing Day Family Day

Get the family or friends together this Boxing Day
for our family fun day. Disco, fun & games for all
the family. Buffet included.

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From 12 pm - 4pm

£5.50 per child

£15.00 per adult

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Sunday Lunch with Santa

Served 12:00 – 17:00

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The elves have let us in on a secret… Santa will be stopping by on:

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  • Sunday 6th December

  • Sunday 13th December

  • Sunday 20th December

  • Sunday 27th December

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Get ready for giggles, magic, and festive fun at The Riverside House Hotel! Tuck into a tasty Sunday lunch while you keep an eye out for a very special visitor… Santa Claus is coming to town!!!


ADULTS

Two Courses £24.95

Three Courses £29.95

CHILDREN

(12 & under, includes a gift from Santa)

Two Courses £15.00

Three Courses £19.00

Festive Dining

Celebrate Christmas with colleagues, friends and family with our festive menu available for lunch, dinner and private dining events.

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Lunch Mon- Sat 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Dinner Mon - Thurs 6:00pm - 9:00pm

 

Two Course £26.75

Three Course £30.95

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Festive Afternoon Tea

Indulge in the festive magic with our Festive Afternoon Tea, perfect for creating unforgettable moments with loved ones this Christmas.

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Daily Throughout December

Afternoon Tea £24.95

Children 12 and under £15

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Christmas Party Nights & Festive Dining

Aperitif on arrival Arrival from 18:00 · Dinner 19:30 · Finish midnight



To Begin



Tomato & Basil Soup (NF)

topped with crispy leeks, warm bread roll & butter (VG) (GF) & (DF) available on request


Mackerel Pâté (NF)

toasted sourdough, cucumber ribbons & horseradish cream (GF) available on request

Market Price


Ham Hock & Pea Terrine

(DF) (NF) piccalilli, toasted sourdough (GF) available on request

Market Price


Warm Brie & Cranberry Tart

(V) (NF) cranberry sauce & salad garnish

Market Price




Main Courses



Suffolk Turkey DF NF

roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, pork & apple sage stuffing, red wine gravy (GF) available on request

Market Price


Slow Roast Pork Belly

(NF) black cherry, maple sauce & wholegrain mustard mash black cherry, maple sauce & wholegrain mustard mash (GF) (DF) available on request

Market Price


Garlic & Herb Roasted Hake

(NF) new potato cake, lemon herb & caper butter, vegetables new potato cake, lemon herb & caper butter, vegetables (GF) available on request

Market Price


Mushroom Wellington

(VG) (NF) onion purée, roast potatoes & gravy




To Finish



Classic Christmas Pudding

brandy sauce (VG) (GF) (DF) on request · may contain traces of nuts

Market Price


Chocolate Orange Tart

(V) (NF) mango sorbet & berry sauce (GF) available on request

Market Price


Lemon Curd Cheesecake

(V) (NF) chantilly cream

Market Price


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The Riverside House Hotel

Registered Address: 23 Lower Brook Street, Ipswich, IP4 1AQ

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