Christmas Day 2026
This Christmas Day, let us share our well-stocked cellar, heaving pantry and festive atmosphere with you. Our three-course menu is served from midday onwards and features beautifully inventive dishes, whilst giving the classic turkey & traditional trimmings the respect they deserve.
We can’t wait for our favourite day of the year with joyous laughter echoing the festive spirit throughout. Make Christmas Day unforgettable - book your Christmas Day table now.
Sample Christmas Day Menu:
STARTERS
TO BEGIN
Glass of champagne Rosemary almonds and olives (ve) 166 kcals
kcals noted are per 100g
Prawn & cured smoked salmon cocktail, Argentinian red shrimp, baby gem, Marie Rose sauce, toasted sourdough 431 kcals
Ham hock terrine, golden beetroot piccalilli, toasted sourdough 264 kcals
Beef bresaola, rocket, Parmesan, rapeseed oil 117 kcals
Pan-fried wild mushrooms, Stilton, toasted sourdough (v) 400 kcals
Beef, barley & thyme soup, homemade Parmesan croutons 300 kcals
Vegan haggis bon bons, celeriac purée, pickled red onions, watercress, balsamic (ve) 344 kcals
MAINS
Shared festive vegetables for the table; thyme & sea salt roast potatoes, roasted carrots, honey-roasted parsnips, creamed leeks
Roast British turkey, pulled turkey croquette, pig in blanket, sprouts & crispy bacon, rich gravy 1351 kcals
Rack of lamb, grass-fed shoulder of lamb shepherd’s pie, tenderstem 810 kcals
Gressingham British duck breast, dauphinoise, braised red cabbage, tenderstem, gravy 1021 kcals
Highland venison duo, venison steak, slow-braised venison bourguignon, truffle mashed potato, roasted carrots 646 kcals
Salmon en croûte, chive mashed potato, tenderstem, white wine velouté 1082 kcals
Wild mushroom bourguignon pie, crushed new potatoes, roasted carrots, tenderstem, gravy (ve) 1001 kcals
SIDES
Pigs in blankets 360 kcals
Cauliflower cheese (v) 222 kcals
Yorkshire pudding & beef dripping gravy 291 kcals
Thyme & sea salt roast potatoes (ve) 227 kcals
DESSERTS
Traditional Christmas pudding, brandy butter ice cream (v) 360 kcals
Proper sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (v) 610 kcals
Triple chocolate delice, vanilla ice cream, salted caramel popcorn (v) 505 kcals
Apple crumble tart, brandy butter ice cream, cinnamon (v) (ve available) 614 kcals
British cheese board, handcrafted Lancashire cheeses, served with a selection of biscuits, grapes and chutney (v) 663 kcals
Festive Menus to savour
Our chefs are already busy perfecting our indulgent festive menus, we'll be offering two and three-course menu available to enjoy a festive get together with friends and family.
Think indulgent starters, beautifully cooked meats, and decadent desserts, paired perfectly with winter warmers, festive cocktails, and your favourite pints.
Book your festive season with us whether you're celebrating; Christmas party nights, family festive meals, Christmas Eve celebrations, Boxing day gatherings or New Year's Eve festivities.
Sample Festive Menu:
STARTERS
Prawn & cured smoked salmon cocktail, baby gem, Marie Rose sauce, toasted sourdough 399 kcals
Pan-fried wild mushrooms, Stilton, toasted sourdough (v) 400 kcals
Beef, barley & thyme soup, homemade Parmesan croutons 300 kcals
Duck & orange pâté, red onion chutney, toasted ciabatta 449 kcals
Vegan haggis bon bons, celeriac purée, pickled red onions, watercress, balsamic (ve) 344 kcals
MAINS
Roast British turkey, homemade pulled turkey croquette, pig in blanket, sprouts & crispy bacon, thyme & sea salt roast potatoes, roasted carrots, honey-roasted parsnips, creamed leeks, rich gravy 1351 kcals
Highland venison duo, venison steak, slow-braised venison bourguignon, truffle mashed potato, roasted carrots 646 kcals
Salmon en croûte, chive mashed potato, tenderstem, white wine velouté 1082 kcals
Aged Angus sirloin steak, grilled tomato, mushroom, skin-on chips and your choice of Stilton & garlic sauce, peppercorn sauce, or beef dripping gravy (+£6.5) 1384 kcals
Wild mushroom bourguignon pie, crushed new potatoes, roasted carrots, tenderstem, gravy (ve) 1001 kcals
Turkey schnitzel burger, pulled turkey, stuffing, pig in blanket, red cabbage & cranberry slaw, gravy, skin-on chips 1587 kcals
SIDES
Pigs in blankets | 5 361 kcals
Cauliflower cheese (v) | 4.5 222 kcals
Yorkshire pudding & beef dripping gravy | 2.5 291 kcals
Thyme & sea salt roast potatoes (ve) | 4.5 227 kcals
DESSERTS
Traditional Christmas pudding, brandy butter ice cream (v) 360 kcals
Proper sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (v) 610 kcals
Triple chocolate delice, vanilla ice cream, salted caramel popcorn (v) 505 kcals
Apple crumble tart, brandy butter ice cream, cinnamon (v) (ve available) 614 kcals
British cheese board, handcrafted Lancashire cheeses, served with a selection of biscuits, grapes and chutney (v) (+£2) 663 kcals
Festive Buffet
Bring everyone together this Christmas 2026 with our Festive Buffet, designed for seasonal celebrations, office parties and large group gatherings. Our festive buffet menus are packed with small plates, crowd‑pleasing flavours and Christmas classics, making it the perfect way to celebrate with colleagues, friends or family.
With cosy interiors, warm hospitality and a menu made for sharing, it’s the perfect way to make your Christmas party unforgettable, ideal for groups of ten or more. Reserve your festive buffet now and enjoy the season with great food and even better company.
Sample Festive Buffet Menu
FESTIVE BUFFET
For a minimum of ten peoplekcals noted are per 100g
Pigs in blankets 286+I3:I4 kcals
Seasoned crispy potato fritters & dips (v) 340 kcals
Pork belly bites, red chilli, apple sauce 323 kcals
Southern-fried chicken strip, garlic mayonnaise 183 kcals
Sticky miso Padrón peppers (v) 125 kcals
Homemade pulled turkey croquettes 243 kcals
Warm tomato & herb focaccia, English cold-pressed rapeseed oil, balsamic (v) 269 kcals
Vegan haggis bon bons (ve) 236 kcals
Boxing Day
If there was a day made for a winter walk and a cosy pub stop (and the answer can’t be every day)…then it’s Boxing Day. We’ve got our à la carte menu for those turkeyed out as well as our festive menu still available for those embracing the season.
Make Boxing Day 2026 a cosy one — join us for great food, great company and all the festive feels.
Sample Festive Menu:
STARTERS
Prawn & cured smoked salmon cocktail, baby gem, Marie Rose sauce, toasted sourdough 399 kcals
Pan-fried wild mushrooms, Stilton, toasted sourdough (v) 400 kcals
Beef, barley & thyme soup, homemade Parmesan croutons 300 kcals
Duck & orange pâté, red onion chutney, toasted ciabatta 449 kcals
Vegan haggis bon bons, celeriac purée, pickled red onions, watercress, balsamic (ve) 344 kcals
MAINS
Roast British turkey, homemade pulled turkey croquette, pig in blanket, sprouts & crispy bacon, thyme & sea salt roast potatoes, roasted carrots, honey-roasted parsnips, creamed leeks, rich gravy 1351 kcals
Highland venison duo, venison steak, slow-braised venison bourguignon, truffle mashed potato, roasted carrots 646 kcals
Salmon en croûte, chive mashed potato, tenderstem, white wine velouté 1082 kcals
Aged Angus sirloin steak, grilled tomato, mushroom, skin-on chips and your choice of Stilton & garlic sauce, peppercorn sauce, or beef dripping gravy (+£6.5) 1384 kcals
Wild mushroom bourguignon pie, crushed new potatoes, roasted carrots, tenderstem, gravy (ve) 1001 kcals
Turkey schnitzel burger, pulled turkey, stuffing, pig in blanket, red cabbage & cranberry slaw, gravy, skin-on chips 1587 kcals
SIDES
Pigs in blankets | 5 361 kcals
Cauliflower cheese (v) | 4.5 222 kcals
Yorkshire pudding & beef dripping gravy | 2.5 291 kcals
Thyme & sea salt roast potatoes (ve) | 4.5 227 kcals
DESSERTS
Traditional Christmas pudding, brandy butter ice cream (v) 360 kcals
Proper sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (v) 610 kcals
Triple chocolate delice, vanilla ice cream, salted caramel popcorn (v) 505 kcals
Apple crumble tart, brandy butter ice cream, cinnamon (v) (ve available) 614 kcals
British cheese board, handcrafted Lancashire cheeses, served with a selection of biscuits, grapes and chutney (v) (+£2) 663 kcals
New Year’s Eve
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Marquess with great food, warm hospitality and a sparkling atmosphere. Enjoy our indulgent New Year's Eve three‑course set menu, raise a glass with friends or family, and countdown to midnight in true style.
Expect delicious dishes, a buzzing atmosphere and all the festive magic that makes this time of year so memorable. Secure your spot, book your table now.
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Sample New Year's Eve Menu:
STARTERS
TO BEGIN
Glass of champagne on arrivalSelection of Artisan breads, oil & balsamic, salted butter (v) kcals noted are 680 per 100g
Grilled goat’s cheese, Waldorf salad, hazelnuts, thyme honey, toasted sourdough (v) 774 kcals
Haggis bonbons, celeriac purée, watercress, pickled vegetable salad (ve) 333 kcals
Chicken & wild boar pâté, red onion chutney, toasted ciabatta 209 kcals
Crab fishcake, spinach & watercress, hollandaise 1115 kcals
MAINS
Warm roasted butternut squash salad, cavolo nero, green beans, herb yoghurt (ve) 169 kcals
British rack of lamb, pulled lamb croquette, buttered cavolo nero, gravy 1270 kcals
Scottish Loch trout, pan-fried with garlic prawns, buttered greens 620 kcals
Somerset pork & fennel ravioli, brown butter, pesto 573 kcals
Korean chicken burger, sesame seaweed, kimchi, gochujang mayo, skin-on chips 1372 kcals
Crabacado burger, crispy soft-shell crab, avocado, miso mayo, skin-on chips 1411 kcals
British, organic steak & ale pie, mash, roasted roots, buttered cavolo nero 1107 kcals
28-day aged British Angus sirloin, grilled tomato, mushroom, skin-on chips and your choice of peppercorn sauce, Stilton & garlic or beef dripping gravy (+£6) 1196 kcals
SIDES
Skin-on chips (ve) 435 kcals
Grilled broccoli, lemon, garlic & Parmesan 60 kcals
Roasted heritage beetroot & feta (v) 120 kcals
Garlic & cream potato gratin (v) 213 kcals
Roasted butternut squash, toasted pumpkin seeds (ve) 105 kcals
Buttered cavolo nero (v) 48 kcals
PUDDINGS
Lemon meringue tart (v) 214 kcals
Proper sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream (v) 610 kcals
Apple crumble tart, cinnamon cream (v) (ve available) 613 kcals
Chocolate brownie, vanilla ice cream (v) 424 kcals
Rich chocolate pot, pistachio brittle (v) 392 kcals
