Christmas DINING & EVENTS 2025
Since 1633, the historic halls of Holdsworth House in Halifax have been the setting for grand parties and memorable family gatherings. This Christmas, our fires will glow brightly, and our bustling kitchens will fill the air with the scents of the season. Join us this December and indulge in exquisite cuisine and impeccable service.
Christmas Wreath Workshop & Afternoon tea
Thursday 4th December 2025 | £85 per person
Morning workshop: 10.30AM-12.30PM
Afternoon workshop: 2.00PM-4.00PM
Our ever-popular fresh Christmas Wreath Workshops, with award-winning florist Karen Longbottom of Finishing Touches in Huddersfield, are returning to Holdsworth House! Each workshop includes expert tuition, all the materials you’ll need and a delicious festive afternoon tea after the workshop.
Places are limited to 20 guests on each session to ensure you get the best attention and guidance from the tutors, and to create a small and friendly atmosphere.
“I loved the wreath I made. This was a lovely afternoon spent with friends, would highly recommend.”
Festive LUnch & Dinner
Join us throughout December for a wonderful three-course festive lunch or dinner in our award-winning restaurant or one of our beautiful private dining rooms.
£47.50 per adult | £25 per child portion
Lunch 12noon – 2.00pm | Dinner 6.30pm – 9.00pm
“Always a pleasure to visit Holdsworth House. Great pre-Christmas treat.”
Sparkling Afternoon Tea
Celebrate with friends! Our famous afternoon teas are as beautiful as they are delicious. Throughout December they’re served 1.00pm - 5.00pm with a glass of sparkling wine for you to raise a toast. If you can't finish off the treats, we'll box up your leftovers for you to take home.
£36.95 with a glass of mulled wine or clementine fizz
or upgrade your tea:
£41.95 with a glass of prosecco
£46.95 with a glass of champagne
“Lovely, cosy setting for afternoon tea on a winter's day”
Private Host A Roast PARTY
Share a festive feast in an elegant private dining room. Enjoy platters of succulent roast meats, bowls brimming with fresh vegetables and jugs of smooth, rich gravy. This is a wonderful, plentiful and flavourful experience for groups of six to 20 guests.
£47.50 per adult | £25 per child aged 12 or under
Room hire fee applies. Minimum 6 people.
“Truly lovely food in a magical setting”
Christmas Eve Lunch
Make a date with us on Christmas Eve! Look forward to a relaxed and joyful lunch in the stunning, cosy surroundings of the Holdsworth House restaurant with table sittings 12pm - 2.45pm. Or for the ultimate family gathering choose a beautiful private dining room
£57.50 per adult | £32.50 per child portion
“Wonderful place for such a special occasion.”
Christmas Day Lunch
Celebrate Christmas Day with a magnificent five-course lunch at Holdsworth House. We pull out all the stops for this special occasion, so join us in making wonderful memories.
SORRY, CHRISTMAS DAY IS FULLY BOOKED!
£149.50 per adult | £85 per child portion
Tables 12noon – 2.00pm | Smart dress code
“Magnificent Christmas Day lunch with all the family! Thank you to all the staff of Holdsworth House”
Boxing Day Lunch or Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful, plentiful Boxing Day lunch or dinner in the stunning, historic surroundings of our restaurant.
£65 per adult | £42.50 per child portion
Tables 12noon - 8.00pm
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Boxing Day Overnight Stay
£296 per room including Boxing Day lunch or dinner and full Yorkshire breakfast (price for two adults sharing a room).
"Boxing Day with all the family together was just wonderful. Well done Holdsworth House, we all really enjoyed it."
PRIVATE christmas PARTy
Whether it's a private party or corporate event, we’ll help you tailor a festive night to remember. Choose a three-course dinner or a delicious festive buffet. With a late-night DJ and disco included and the option to add overnight stays with a mouth-watering Yorkshire breakfast, we can give you Christmas 2025 all wrapped up!
From £58.50 per adult
“Just wanted to say what a brilliant time we had at our Christmas party. The food, the service and the DJ were all fantastic.”
PRIVATE DINING ROOMS
Book an elegant dining room for a private festive event. Our tables are set with white cloths, polished cutlery and sparkling glassware and your service team ensures you needn’t lift a finger.
AYRTON ROOM: First floor, up to 14 guests
DE ALDWORTH ROOM: First floor, up to 20 guests
ABRAHAM BRIGG ROOM: Ground floor, up to 50 guests
STUART ROOM: Ground floor, for up to 120 guests, bar, cloakroom, dance floor & courtyard
“We were made to feel so special. The staff couldn't do enough for us.”
Relaxing Christmas Getaways
FESTIVE BREAKS FROM £250
Book a relaxing getaway that includes mulled wine and mince pies on arrival, our three-course festive lunch or dinner and full Yorkshire breakfast. Available throughout December except 24th, 25th and 31st.
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BED AND BREAKFAST BREAKS FROM £165
Visiting family and friends in Halifax in December? Book a room direct for our best rate and no deposit!
Prices per room based on two adults sharing
“1st class food and exceptional staff. Felt seen as an individual Not a job. I could go on and on. Well done folks.”
winter weddings
Say I do at Holdsworth House during the most magical time of year. With the hotel trimmed in Christmas décor, roaring fires and a warm festive glow, a winter wedding is truly unforgettable.
• Stunning seasonal decor around the hotel
• Often more choice of dates, including weekends!
• Off-season pricing
• A unique experience for your guests
• A memorable anniversary date that will always feel special
Want to know more? Book a wedding show-round appointment online at holdsworthhouse.co.uk to check dates, packages and special offers.
“We had the best wedding here and now we’re back for our anniversary.”
Christmas Gift Guide
Sign up for our Black Friday Gift Voucher Sale in November!
Join our mailing list to be the notified about our Black Friday gift voucher pre-sale, live in November 2025!
Treat someone to the magic of Holdsworth House this Christmas. Whether it's a gift voucher for afternoon tea in our cosy halls, a restful night in one of our boutique rooms, a relaxing treatment in the Farmhouse spa or a memorable meal in our restaurant, the perfect Christmas gift awaits!
All Holdsworth House e-vouchers and postal gift vouchers are valid for 12 months (unless otherwise stated). Order by 17th December 2025 for postal delivery.
Best-selling Gift Vouchers
Traditional Afternoon Tea for Two £59.90
1-hour Spa Treatment (Massage or Facial) in the Farmhouse Treatment Rooms £95
“My mum absolutely loved her afternoon tea gift voucher.”
