Three-Night Christmas House Party

A Traditional Christmas with Style

Enjoy a traditional Christmas in the setting of this elegant 'William and Mary' country house with its open fireplaces and carolers. Middlethorpe Hall stands in its own grounds on the outskirts of the historic City of York, and this house party break allows plenty of time to explore the countryside, relax in the Spa or in a quiet corner of the hotel.

On Christmas Eve:

• Buffet of afternoon tea delicacies will be available from 2:00pm in the Drawing Room;
• At 7:30pm, the house party starts with a Champagne and canapés reception with Carols sung by a local choir;
• From 8:15pm, a three-course dinner will b e served in the dining rooms;
• You may wish to attend midnight mass in York Minster or at St Andrew's Parish Church;
• You will be welcomed with Port and mince pies upon your return.

On Christmas Day:

• Full Yorkshire breakfast served in the dining rooms;
• Bucks-Fizz reception followed by our traditional four-course luncheon from 12:30pm;
• A light buffet supper will be served from 7:30pm.

On Boxing Day:

• Full Yorkshire breakfast served in the dining rooms;
• Luncheon (optional - with supplement)
• There will be a Champagne reception in the evening followed by a four-course black-tie gala dinner accompanied by Jazz tunes;
• Fun Casino evening.

Please visit the Middlethorpe Hall website for more information: Middlethorpe Hall | York | Christmas 3-day break 2026