Experience the festive charm of Cambridge, a city of history, culture and discoveries amidst the elegant ambience of Gonville Hotel.
Set on Parker’s Piece in the heart of Cambridge, Gonville Hotel reflects the beauty of Cambridge’s dreaming spires and great British heritage. We offer the perfect setting for a memorable Christmas and New Year. Whether you are looking to celebrate in style with your colleagues or relax and unwind with loved ones, we have something for everyone. Our dedicated team will look after every detail this festive season so all you need to do is come along!
Gonville Hotel goes beyond the ordinary; a place where details truly matter. We look forward to welcoming you to our festive home.
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS
Make this festive season one to remember with our Christmas Party Nights at The Gonville Hotel. Perfect for colleagues, company celebrations, or a glamorous get- ogether, packages includes everything you need for a sparkling evening.
FESTIVE GIN AND JAZZ NIGHTS
Join us for a sparkling evening of Gin & Jazz at The Gonville, where festive indulgence meets smooth sophistication. Enjoy two specially selected seasonal gins from the award-winning Cambridge Distillery - crafted with botanicals inspired by the local landscape and a hint of festive spice.
Paired with an exquisite three-course private dining menu and live jazz music, it’s a uniquely Cambridge celebration, full of flavour and festive charm.
FESTIVE SUNDAY ROAST
Join us at Gonville Kitchen for a traditional Sunday roast with a festive twist. Available on the following dates: 30th November, 7th December, 14th December & 21st December.
FESTIVE PRIVATE DINING
Available for private event spaces: Atrium, Grantchester, Abington, Teepee or Terrace throughout December only. £65.00 per person.
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Festive afternoon tea served in our elegant restaurant overlooking Parker’s Piece, this beautifully curated experience blends familiar favourites with festive flair. Enjoy tiers of delicate finger sandwiches filled with seasonal ingredients, alongside freshly baked scones and finishing with a patisserie selection in celebration of winter flavours.
Available from 21st November 2025 to 4th January 2026, Tuesday - Sunday.
Festive Afternoon Tea - £39.00
with mulled wine - £43.00
with Prosecco - £47.00
with Champagne - £51.00
NEW YEAR'S EVE
An Elegant Celebration to Welcome 2026. Join us for a glittering Black Tie evening as we bid farewell to the year and welcome 2026 in true Gonville style.
Begin the night with a complimentary glass of Champagne before taking your seat in Gonville Kitchen for a five-course feast, thoughtfully crafted with seasonal flair and the finest local ingredients. Choose from two dining settings: elegant party seating in the Atrium or a more relaxed dining experience in the Terrace Room, both offering a welcoming and atmospheric setting for the evening.
Live jazz will accompany your celebration from start to finish:
6:30pm – 9:00pm: Robin Phillips, resident jazz singer & pianist
10:00pm – 12:30am: Drew Chamberlain, Bermudan-born singer & pianist
As the night continues, move into the Long Bar for cocktails and count down to midnight with a glass of fizz in hand.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR RESIDENTIAL PACKAGES
We have various residential packages available, please enquire for details.
Gonville Hotel, a seamless blend of classic prestige and warm, modern charm reflects the beauty of Cambridge’s dreaming spires and great British heritage. It is the perfect location for your Christmas party. Conveniently located just an hour from London via the M11 and with excellent rail links from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street.
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS
Glass of Prosecco on arrival
Exquisite three-course festive private dining menu
Half bottle of wine per guest
DJ & dancing until late
FESTIVE GIN & JAZZ NIGHTS
Two festive gins
Exquisite three-course festive private dining menu
Live jazz
FESTIVE PRIVATE DINING
Three-course festive private dining menu
Glass of Prosecco
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Selection of sandwiches & savoury items
Scones served with fig & clotted cream
Selection of desserts
NEW YEAR'S EVE
Complimentary glass of Champagne
Five-course feast
Live jazz from Robin Phillips & Drew Chamberlain
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