Christmas at Lyde Court
Festive dining, Christmas Gala Nights, countryside markets and group carveries in our 17th-century barn near Hereford. Celebrate the season with good food, candlelit barns, festive music, market stalls and relaxed countryside atmosphere.
Christmas Events, Food & Festive Gatherings
Christmas at Lyde Court brings together our festive events, Christmas party nights, seasonal markets and group dining in one countryside setting just outside Hereford.
Whether you are planning a work Christmas party, gathering friends for a festive night out, bringing the family to a Christmas market or booking a group carvery in the barn, Lyde Court offers a relaxed alternative to the city centre.
- Christmas Gala Nights with festive dining, entertainment and dancing.
- Christmas Markets with independent traders, seasonal gifts, food and drink.
- Two-course Christmas carveries for groups of 10 or more.
- On-site accommodation available separately for guests who want to stay over.
Festive Dining, Music & Dancing
Our Christmas Gala Nights are shared festive party nights in the 17th-century barn, ideal for work parties, groups of friends, family celebrations and anyone looking for a Christmas night out near Hereford.
Each evening includes a festive welcome, a two-course Christmas carvery and evening entertainment, with dates including All About ABBA and Christmas Party Nights with DJ Roddy Hankins.
- All About ABBA Christmas Party on Saturday 5th December.
- Christmas Party Nights with DJ Roddy Hankins on 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th December.
- Prosecco on arrival, two-course festive carvery and entertainment included.
- Perfect for Christmas work parties, groups, friends and festive nights out.
Christmas Markets in the Barn
Our Christmas Markets bring festive stalls, independent traders, seasonal gifts, food, drink and countryside atmosphere to Lyde Court.
Browse artisan products, handmade crafts, vintage pieces, seasonal decorations, gifts, food stalls and festive finds, with the café and bar open so you can make a proper day of it.
- Independent traders, makers, vintage sellers and seasonal stalls.
- Festive food, drinks, café service and bar available during market days.
- Free on-site parking and countryside surroundings just outside Hereford.
- Christmas Market dates include Saturday 28th November, Monday 14th December, Sunday 20th December and Monday 21st December.
Group Christmas Carveries
Gather your group for a relaxed festive carvery in our countryside barn, available Thursdays and Fridays, 12pm–4pm, from Thursday 26th November to Thursday 24th December.
Enjoy a two-course Christmas carvery with roast turkey, roast beef, roast pork, honey and mustard glazed ham, and a vegan butternut squash and beetroot Wellington. Served with all the trimmings, including rosemary roast potatoes, pigs in blankets, roasted carrots, cauliflower cheese, creamy leeks, honey roast parsnips, braised red cabbage with orange, Brussels sprouts with chestnuts, minted peas and rich gravy.
Finish with Christmas pudding and custard or chocolate brownie with cream.
- Available Thursdays and Fridays, 12pm–4pm.
- Running from Thursday 26th November to Thursday 18th December.
- £35 per person.
- Minimum booking of 10 people.
Plan Your Christmas Visit
Choose from festive party nights, Christmas markets, group carveries and overnight stays at Lyde Court.
December 2026
Christmas Gala Nights
Festive party nights with food, music and dancing in the Lyde Court barn. Ideal for work parties, groups and Christmas nights out.
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Market Dates
Christmas Markets
Browse independent stalls, gifts, crafts, vintage finds, festive food and seasonal treats in a countryside setting near Hereford.
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Thu & Fri
Christmas Carveries
Two-course festive carveries for groups of 10 or more, available Thursdays and Fridays from 26th November to 18th December.
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