Christmas Parties 2026 at Thornbury Castle, Bristol

The festive season is the most wonderful time of year and at Thornbury Castle you will most certainly make memories to be treasured forever. From the opulent decorations to the roaring open fires and the 3AA rosette fine dining experience with all the trimmings, there’s nothing quite like the magic of a castle!

FESTIVE DINING
Celebrate the festive season with family, friends and work colleagues in true Tudor style. Our Baron’s Sitting Room and Tudor Hall offer an atmospheric setting for lunch and dinner events of 10 – 70 guests. From £95.00 per person. 

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Christmas is a magical time to visit the castle. Indulge in a festive afternoon tea, served by the log fires amongst all the stunning traditional decorations with nostalgic pine needle aromas. From £45.00 per person. 

NEW YEAR'S EVE CASTLE PARTY
Arrive at your leisure and ease into your stay with a delightful afternoon tea served in one of our inviting lounges by a cosy log fire. Take the opportunity to relax with a board game or explore the enchanting castle grounds . Enjoy a relaxing evening with a three course dinner served in the restaurant. 

New Year’s Eve, enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the restaurant, taking time to soak up the atmosphere in anticipation of the big celebrations ahead. Step onto the castle lawns for an enchanting falconry display, a tradition once enjoyed by royalty. Witness the majesty of these birds of prey in action, and for those who wish, enjoy the optional handling experience, adding a hands-on element to this regal event. Join us for a glamorous evening dressed in black tie attire, beginning with a Champagne reception and a selection of canapés in the castle lounges. Savour a decadent five course Gala Dinner, served in the cosy dining areas by candlelight. Move across the courtyard to our impressive Tudor Hall to enjoy post dinner coffee & petit fours. The evening will unfold with a fabulous four piece band and a DJ, setting the perfect tone for a celebration to remember. Dance the night away to your favourite tunes. As we count down to 2027, our traditional piper will lead the way outdoors for a breathtaking firework display, lighting up the sky as we welcome 2027 together, in spectacular fashion. 

New Year’s Day, enjoy a relaxing brunch. For those wishing to linger a little longer, extend your stay and savour more of the castle’s charm.

For availability and to book please make an enquiry. 

FESTIVE DINING
Festive dinner in the Baron’s Sitting Room & Tudor Hall 
Festive atmosphere

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Afternoon tea
Tea & coffee
Festive atmosphere

NEW YEAR'S EVE CASTLE PARTY
Day Before New Year's Eve:
Afternoon tea
Three course dinner

New Year's Eve:
Restaurant breakfast
Champagne reception 
Selection of canapés
Five course gala dinner
Coffee & petit fours
Four piece band
DJ & disco
Midnight countdown with traditional piper
Fireworks display

New Year’s Day:
Brunch

Thornbury castle is located within 30 minutes from Bristol City Centre and Bristol Parkway. While the secluded, peaceful surroundings of Thornbury Castle offer each guest the sense of escaping from the everyday, this belies how easy the castle is to reach from the M4, M5 and Bristol. For guests wishing for a grand entrance, a helipad is available within the castle grounds.