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.
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.
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
21st - 23rd December
Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm
Bar: Last orders 11:00pm
Christmas Eve
Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm
Bar: Last orders 1:00am
Christmas Day
VENUE CLOSED
ALL DAY
Boxing Day
Food served: 9:00am – 9:00pm
Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 12:00am
28th - 30th December
Food served: 9:00am – 9:15pm
Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 11:30pm
New Year's Eve
Food served: 9:00am – 5:00pm (Open for NYE events from 7:00pm)
Bar: Last orders 1:00am
New Year's Day
Food served: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Bar: Open 11:00am, last orders 11:30pm
2nd January onwards
Food served: 9:00am – 8:00pm
Bar: Last orders 11:00pm
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