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December Events for Day Visitors at Langstone Cliff Hotel

What’s On in December for Day Visitors

Illuminated reindeer and snowy Christmas trees in the hotel’s festive display

Enjoy a day out at Langstone Cliff Hotel this December. You don’t need to be staying overnight to join us for dining, live entertainment and family events in Dawlish Warren.

Whether you’re meeting friends for lunch, enjoying an afternoon out or planning an evening celebration, discover what’s happening throughout the month and find something to make your December visit special.

Make a date to visit this December

Our December programme offers plenty of opportunities to spend time with family and friends, with midweek lunches, Sunday dining, afternoon tea, party nights and a family pantomime.

Browse the events below to plan your visit. For full details of our Christmas dining and celebrations, including menus, prices and booking information, follow the links to our dedicated pages.

What's on Offer This December

Christmas tree with red and gold baubles and twinkling lights

Midweek Christmas Lunches

Catch up with friends over a festive lunch, including a glass of wine or a soft drink, accompanied by easy-going live music. View dates and details.

Christmassey Sunday Lunches

Bring the family together for a traditional festive Sunday lunch, with seasonal music, hats and crackers adding to the celebrations. Children’s entertainment and tea and cake are available on selected dates. Explore our Christmassey Sundays.

Christmas Party Nights

Celebrate with friends or colleagues over a four-course dinner, followed by music and dancing for a memorable December evening. Discover our Christmas Party Nights

All prices shown are per person for non-resident meals. Children aged 4–11 are half price (excluding the Pantomime).

Gather with family and friends while our team takes care of the food, drinks and festive finishing touches.

Christmas Eve – Thursday 24th December 2026

Join us this evening and soak up the festive atmosphere with a pre-dinner drink, three course dinner followed by Maggie Reeday and Craig Milverton with easy listening Jazz and Christmas music.

£40.00 per person

Traditional Christmas Day Lunch

Father Christmas looking through binoculars above a festive chimney

A festive lunch with drinks, children’s gifts and entertainment

Friday 25 December 2026 | Lunch served: 12:45pm–2:00pm | £140.00 per person

Traditional Christmas Lunch includes selected wines, soft drinks and Port or Brandy, a children’s gift, children’s entertainment and tea.

After lunch, the Christmas Day celebrations continue with a visit from Father Christmas at approximately 3:00pm, including a gift for children aged 12 and under. At approximately 3:30pm, Cosmo entertains the children.

Call to Book Christmas Day Lunch

Christmas Day Lunch Menu

Enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch with a choice of starters, roast turkey, beef, salmon or vegetarian mains, seasonal accompaniments and indulgent desserts—download our brochure to explore the full menu.

Menus are correct at the time of print but may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control.

View Christmas Day Lunch Menu

Christmas Day Evening Supper

A relaxed festive finish to the day

Friday 25 December 2026 | Supper served: 6:45pm–8:30pm | £65.00 per person

Join us in the evening for a cold buffet supper. The supper includes presents for all adults — anyone over 12 — together with wine and liqueurs.

It is a relaxed way to continue the celebrations with family and friends after a full Christmas Day of food, entertainment and festive cheer.

Call to Book Christmas Day Supper

Boxing Day – Saturday 26th December 2026

Boxing Day Lunch

A three-course lunch is served from 1.00pm–2.00pm followed by Children’s entertainment with Cosmo.

£47.50 per person

Boxing Day Dinner

Our three-course Boxing Day dinner welcomes vocalist Adam Knight to entertain you whilst you relax and let us do all the hard work.

£52.50 per person

Visiting between Christmas and New Year?

Christmas tree decorated with gold baubles and warm fairy lights

The days between Christmas and New Year are an ideal opportunity to get together. Join us for a meal, enjoy the family pantomime or visit for an evening of entertainment—all without booking an overnight stay.

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Cinderella – Tuesday 29th December 2026

Tuesday 29th December sees the return of Wonder Pantomimes with ‘Cinderella’ at 3.30pm, perhaps join us for a bite to eat first with a Hot and Cold buffet lunch served from 1.00pm–2.00pm.

Join poor Cinderella as she dreams of a better life beyond the kitchen, helped along the way by her fabulous Fairy Godmother, loyal friends, and a little bit of pantomime magic. With a charming Prince, dazzling costumes, and plenty of audience participation, this family favourite is packed with music, mischief, and magical moments.

Will Cinderella make it to the ball? Will the Prince find his true love before midnight strikes? There’s only one way to find out – oh yes there is!

  • Pantomime Only £16.00
  • Pantomime Only, children age 1–11 £12.00
  • Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch and Pantomime £40.00
  • Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch and Pantomime children age 4–11 £20.00
  • Lunch and Pantomime children age 3 and under £12.00

Wednesday 30th December 2026

1.00pm–2.00pm Hot and Cold Buffet Lunch £29.00

6.45pm–8.30pm Three Course Dinner followed by Video Horseracing £42.00

These races are past races that were recorded live. There will be a tote to place a bet for small wins, or there is the opportunity for your table to join together to buy a horse and win larger prizes.

New Year’s Eve – Thursday 31st December

Langstone Cliff Hotel entrance decorated with Christmas lights at night

See in the New Year with us with a Cocktail reception, 6 Course Gala Dinner and live music from The Brooklyn Party Band followed by Tony Stallion Disco, Champagne at Midnight and late night party bites.

£135.00 per person

New Year’s Day – Friday 1st January 2027

Not ready for the celebrations to end, we have one more day of events for you.

1.00pm–2.00pm Hot and cold buffet lunch £31.00

6.45pm–8.30pm Three-course dinner followed by vocalist Joe-Lloyd £40.00

Joe-Lloyd is a solo artist from Bristol. He performs a wide range of covers and originals to suit everyone in the audience. He has recently been writing some of his own songs, which he has begun performing at his own gigs. He believes music is one of the best medicines and he will be honoured to perform for you all. Please feel free to follow him on social media: Joe-Lloyd Music on Facebook and Joe_Lloyd_Music on Instagram.

Booking Information

Book your festive celebration

For Christmas Day and other Festive event availability and bookings, please call Langstone Cliff Hotel on 01626 868000.

The non-resident cancellation policy requires a non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £20.00 per person at the time of booking. The balance is due one month before the event and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Children aged 4–11 are half price for non-resident meals (excluding the Pantomime). Please contact the hotel when booking to confirm availability and the current price for your party.

Call 01626 868000 to Book

Parking and Arrival

Arrive, park and enjoy the celebrations

Free parking is available for hotel customers, including Christmas visitors. Please register your vehicle at Reception on arrival to avoid a parking charge.

If you have accessibility requirements or dietary needs, please discuss these with the hotel team when booking so that they can help plan your visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is included with Christmas Day lunch?

    Traditional Christmas Lunch includes selected wines, soft drinks and Port or Brandy, a children’s gift, and children’s entertainment. The lunch is served from 12:45 pm to 2:00 pm on Friday 25 December 2026.

  • What happens after Christmas Day lunch?

    Father Christmas visits at approximately 3:00 pm, with a gift for children aged 12 and under. Cosmo entertains the children from approximately 3:30 pm.

  • Is there an evening option on Christmas Day?

    Yes. A cold buffet supper is served from 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm. It includes presents for all adults — anyone over 12 — together with wine and liqueurs. The price is £65.00 per person.

  • What is the Christmas Day lunch price?

    Traditional Christmas Day lunch is £140.00 per person. Prices shown are for non-resident meals, and children aged 4–11 are half price.

  • What are the Christmas event booking and cancellation terms?

    A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of £20.00 per person is required at the time of booking. The balance is due one month before the event and is non-refundable and non-transferable.

  • Is the Christmas Day menu guaranteed?

    The menu is correct at the time of print but may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond the hotel’s control.

  • Is parking available for Christmas Day visitors?

    Yes. Free parking is available for hotel customers, including day visitors. Please register your vehicle at Reception on arrival.

  • Do I need to stay at the hotel to attend a December event?

    No. Our December programme includes dining and entertainment options for day visitors, so you can join us without booking an overnight stay.

  • What can day visitors enjoy at Langstone Cliff Hotel in December?

    Our December programme includes lunches, afternoon tea, party nights, live entertainment and a family pantomime. Visit the individual event pages for dates, prices and details of what’s included.

  • Are there family-friendly events during December?

    Yes. The programme includes family entertainment and a performance of Cinderella on Tuesday 29 December 2026. Check the individual listings for timings, children’s prices and booking information.

  • How do I book a December event as a day visitor?

    Call 01626 868000 to check availability and book. Our team can help with event details, prices and any requirements for your visit.

  • Can you accommodate dietary or accessibility requirements?

    Please discuss any dietary needs or accessibility requirements with our team when booking so we can help you plan your visit.

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