Christmas 2026 · Tottington Manor

Christmas Eve Dining at Tottington Manor

South Downs National Park · West Sussex
Christmas at the Manor

Christmas Eve Dining at Tottington Manor

Christmas Eve is about gathering before the main day begins. TERRA Restaurant and the Olive Lounge are open for lunch and afternoon festive dining, with private dining available for groups, before the hotel closes early enough for the team to get home for Christmas.

Date Thursday 24 December
Time 12pm–7pm
Two courses £45
Three courses £55
Christmas Eve Feast

The 2026 menu

The Christmas Eve menu balances familiar festive dishes with lighter fish, vegetarian and TERRA-style choices, so the meal feels celebratory without having to be another full Christmas Day.

Christmas Eve Feast at Tottington Manor 24 December 2026
Menu

Christmas Eve menu highlights

  • Roasted parsnip & chestnut soup, maple croutons, herb oil & parsnip crisps
  • Wild rabbit & Sussex pork terrine, spiced plum tapenade, pickled blackberries, toasted brioche
  • Cinnamon & ricotta roasted fig salad, radicchio, honey & clementine drizzle
  • Smoked salmon & sweet potato croquette, beetroot & cranberry tartare, horseradish crème fraîche
  • Pigs in blankets, Sussex cheese melting pot
  • Parsnip schnitzel, tomato & fennel ragu, toasted hazelnuts
  • Roasted Sussex turkey & pork belly with festive trimmings
  • Beetroot, celeriac & squash Wellington
  • Pan-roasted halibut with saffron new potatoes, butter-poached leeks, rainbow chard & Champagne caviar sauce
  • Brie, bacon & beef festive burger with chunky chips, house pickles & fig relish
  • Cold roasted gammon & turkey breast, bubble & squeak topped with a hen’s egg, pickles
  • Traditional Christmas pudding, brandy crème anglaise & redcurrants
  • Dark chocolate & orange delice with rum and raisin ice cream
  • Spiced eggnog crème brûlée, shortbread biscuit & winter berry gel
  • Mulled wine poached pear, vanilla bean mascarpone, gingerbread crumb & blackberry sorbet
  • White chocolate & cranberry cheesecake
  • Sussex cheese selection with festive accompaniments
Christmas questions

Useful answers before you book

What time is Christmas Eve dining?

The 2026 brochure lists Christmas Eve dining from 12pm to 7pm.

How much is it?

Two courses are £45 and three courses are £55.

Can we book a private room?

Yes, subject to availability. Use the private dining enquiry for larger family or group celebrations.

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Gift Vouchers

Gift your friends or family a Tottington Experience with our gift vouchers, whether it be for an Afternoon Tea, Dining or Overnight Stay. Our vouchers can be bought in person from the hotel or online and emailed as a PDF or posted to you.