A roaring twenties Christmas

Bakewell’s most glamorous new arrival is getting dressed up for the festive season.

Christmas has arrived at The Charleston and it looks good on us. Step in this December for brunch, evening dining and a full festive menu, alongside evenings of cocktails, live jazz and a little golden age sparkle. Bakewell’s newest destination is ready for its first Christmas, and we’ve gone all out.

From the moment you arrive you’ll feel it, rich greenery, warm lighting and a party atmosphere that builds as the evening goes on.

Whether you’re popping in for a festive brunch with friends, treating the team to something special, or settling in for a full evening of food, drinks and live music, The Charleston is where Bakewell comes to celebrate this December.

Book early, tables are already filling up fast.

Explore our Christmas brochure

Discover everything happening this Christmas across all our Longbow Venues, from festive menus and afternoon teas to our full calendar of December events.

Whether you’re planning a celebration at The Charleston or exploring what’s on elsewhere in the group, you’ll find it all inside.

Treat Yourself This Christmas

This Christmas, My Longbow members can enjoy 3 courses for the price of 2 on our festive menu, valid Monday to Thursday from 27th November until 17th December.

My Longbow is our loyalty and rewards app, designed to thank you for dining, drinking and making memories with us. Earn points every time you order food or drink across any of our Longbow Venues alongside other exclusive offers and rewards to enjoy throughout the year.

Download the app on iOS or Android devices and sign up today to claim your festive offer.

Festive afternoon tea

Served Monday – Saturday • 12-5pm
Relax and celebrate the season with our festive afternoon tea, served throughout December.

Expect a selection of finger sandwiches and indulgent sweet treats, served with your choice of tea, coffee or a glass of fizz.

It’s the perfect way to enjoy a catch up with friends or family, surprise someone special, or simply take a moment for yourself. With a plant-based menu available also.

Please note: Prebooking is required at least 24 hours in advance. Please notify us of any allergies upon of booking.

Freshly baked cakes at The Charleston

new Year's Eve

However you choose to see in the new year, The Charleston has you covered.

Enjoy canapés and fizz downstairs in the bar with cocktails and live music, a six-course menu upstairs in the restaurant, or go all out with a seven-course tasting menu and champagne in the Speakeasy.

Downstairs tickets available for £35 per person, upstairs for £80 per person

Festive opening times

Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm

Bar: Last orders 11:00pm

Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm

Bar: Last orders 1:00am

VENUE CLOSED

ALL DAY

Food served: 9:00am – 9:00pm

Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 12:00am

Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm

Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 11:30pm

Food served: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Open for NYE events from 7:00pm)
 Bar: Last orders 1:00am

Food served: 9:00am – 8:00pm

Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 11:30pm

Food served: 9:00am – 8:00pm

Bar: Last orders 11:00pm

Brunch with Santa

Saturday 19th December • 9:00am – 11:00am

Start your morning with a festive family brunch at The Charleston, then let the little ones meet Santa for a photo and a gift to take home.

Private dining

Planning an event or celebration?

Gather your group in the Speakeasy, our private dining space for up to 10 people, hidden away in the original bank vault in The Charleston. A characterful setting for a festive lunch, dinner or celebration that’s entirely your own.

Freshly prepared seasonal food, a drinks list to match and our team on hand from start to finish. Minimum spends apply from £200.

Your Christmas table awaits

Whether it’s a festive lunch with friends or a long evening with family, The Charleston is the place to be this December.

Piano plays every night, cocktails are always flowing and the food speaks for itself.

Book your table now before our Christmas diary fills up.

For our festive terms & conditions, please click here