At the Orange Tree, it's Christmas time!!
We've got lots of mistletoe and wine,
Christmas trees that twinkle and shine
...everything you need for a jolly good time
The Orange Tree is the place to be for eating out over the festive period.
Whether you're looking to book a party of guests or just a table for two, we have exciting menu ideas for you to enjoy in a relaxing atmosphere.
As well as the space and facilities to host large groups in the main bar or dining room, the private dining room is ideal for party bookings, family gatherings or business meetings.
We're also offering an Á la Carte menu for New Year's Eve with some great specials.
At The Orange Tree we strive to create a warm relaxing atmosphere, where the best food is served by friendly, efficient staff at affordable prices seven days a week.
For more on our current events and offers click here.
Festive Period Opening Times
The Orange Tree is open as normal over the festive period.
Christmas Eve
Open Food 12-3pm, 6.30-9.30pm for Christmas family supper.
Bar 11-11pm
Christmas Day
Open at 11 for Mulled Wine & Mince Pies!
Lunch £70 per head
Bar 12-4pm
Boxing Day
Bar Open 12 - 6pm for all you walkers! Food from 12-4pm
New Years Eve
Food 12 til 3, New Years Dinner 7 til late 'Winter Wonderland Party' 7 til late!
Bar 11-1pm
New Years Day
Open 12 for Bloody Marys, Sunday Roast til 6, Bar til 8
Bank Holiday Monday
Enjoy the last day of the long holiday with a long lunch 12 til 6.
Bar Open til 8
The Festive Menu
Starters
Italian onion soup with parmesan crostini
Potted smoked mackerel pate with horseradish crème fraiche and toast
Baked mushrooms with Pinot Grigio, rocket and Stiratta Romagna
Asparagus, parma ham and hollandaise
Mains
Braised blade of beef bourguignon with blue cheese dauphinoise
Herb crusted salmon with chorizo and potato hash, crayfish hollandaise
Stuffed chicken breast with chestnuts, sage and onion
with pancetta sprouts and duck fat roast potatoes
Pumpkin, spinach and ricotta cannelloni with red pepper sauce
Desserts
Steamed Christmas pudding with brandy anglaise and clotted cream ice cream
Chocolate brownie with cranberry and orange liqueur compote and crème fraiche
Two farmhouse cheeses with port wine chutney and Carrs water biscuits
Prices
Lunch: 3 Courses £21.95
Dinner: 3 Courses £24.95
Christmas Canapes at the Bar!
Reserve your own private area to enjoy canapes and drinks from £10 per head – ask for details.
Christmas Day
Come join Sarah and her team on Christmas Day, for an afternoon of family time, where everyone can enjoy the day. Champagne, fine wines and a delicious traditional lunch are on the menu. Call us on 01564 785364 to make that booking.
£70 per person and a £25 kids menu for up to 12 year olds.
A deposit of £10 per guest on booking and the remainder will be payable by the 1st December and all to pay on the day will be your drinks and service.
Starters
Broccoli, dolcelatte soup + toasted almonds
Seared scallops, cauliflower puree + grilled black pudding
Chicken liver and foie gras terrine, sourdough toast + fig jam
Melon, clementines, pomegranate and rocket
+ baked honey and almonds
Mains
Roast breast and ballantine of turkey, cranberry stuffing,
goose fat roast potatoes + bacon rolled chipolatas
Fillets of Seabass, crayfish beurre blanc, spinach + tempura king prawns
Roast fillet of beef Yorkshire pudding, fondant potatoes wild mushroom
+ red wine jus
Porcini, ricotta, pea + truffle pancake cannelloni pomodoro
+ goat's cheese
All served with chestnut pancetta sprouts + nutmeg honey
and parmesan roast root vegetables
Desserts
Traditional Christmas pudding + brandy sauce
Hot chocolate fondant, cognac ice cream + raspberry compote
Orange curd crème brulee tart + candied walnuts
Selection of English cheeses + biscuits
Coffee + whiskey truffles
Optional 10% service charge on parties of 6 or more.
Please view our other menus for food and drink - we offer good food and drink all year round!
