Chinese New Year Party Near Barnwood

Chinese New Year is a celebration built around family, food, and coming together, and for those searching for a Chinese New Year party near Barnwood, Oakwood Hotel offers a warm, welcoming setting for marking the occasion, just a short drive away in Twigworth, on the outskirts of Gloucester. Whether you’re planning a private family celebration or a larger gathering with friends, our team is happy to help put together an evening that feels genuinely festive.

As a hotel built around bringing people together, we’re always glad to support celebrations that matter to our local community, and Chinese New Year is exactly the kind of occasion where good food, a comfortable setting, and genuine hospitality come together naturally.

A Setting Suited to Celebration

Depending on the size of your gathering, we can offer a range of spaces suited to a Chinese New Year celebration. For larger groups, our private event spaces can be arranged to suit a festive atmosphere, with flexible seating and layout options. For smaller, more intimate gatherings, The Grill or The Drawing Room offer a comfortable setting where the focus can stay firmly on the celebration itself.

Our events team is happy to discuss any specific requirements you might have for the occasion, whether that’s decorations, seating arrangements for a larger family gathering, or particular timing to mark the celebration appropriately.

Food to Mark the Occasion

Food naturally plays a central role in any Chinese New Year celebration, and our kitchen team is happy to work with hosts to put together a menu that suits the occasion, drawing on quality, freshly prepared ingredients. While our core menus reflect Gloucestershire’s local produce, we’re always glad to discuss bespoke menu requests for celebrations like this, and our team will do what they can to accommodate specific requests where possible. You can see more of our general dining offering on our dining page.

Ideal for Family Gatherings

Chinese New Year celebrations often bring together extended family, sometimes spanning several generations, and our spaces are well suited to this kind of gathering. Whether you need room for a large family celebration or a more intimate setting for a smaller group, our events team will work with you to arrange a space that fits your specific needs. Full details on hosting a celebration with us are available on our occasions and events page.

Convenient for Guests From Barnwood and Beyond

Being just a short drive from Barnwood makes Oakwood an accessible option for family and friends travelling to celebrate together, without the hassle of navigating central Gloucester. For guests travelling from further afield to join the celebration, we also offer comfortable accommodation on-site, meaning the celebration can extend into an overnight stay if needed. You can find more details on our rooms page.

Planning Your Celebration

Given that Chinese New Year falls on a specific date each year, we’d recommend getting in touch well in advance to secure your preferred date and discuss the details of your celebration. Our team will do everything possible to help make the occasion feel special and appropriately marked.

Whatever the size of your celebration, Oakwood is glad to help mark Chinese New Year with the warmth and hospitality the occasion deserves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Oakwood Hotel accommodate a Chinese New Year celebration for a large family group?

Yes, our event spaces can be arranged to suit larger family gatherings, with flexible seating and layout options.

Is it possible to request a bespoke menu for the celebration?

Yes, our kitchen team is happy to discuss bespoke menu requests for occasions like Chinese New Year, and will do what they can to accommodate specific requests.

How far in advance should I book a Chinese New Year celebration?

We’d recommend booking well in advance, given the celebration falls on a specific date each year and demand can be high around that time.

Can decorations be arranged for the celebration?

Yes, our events team is happy to discuss decoration requirements to help mark the occasion appropriately.

Is the venue suitable for smaller, more intimate celebrations?

Yes, spaces like The Grill and The Drawing Room offer a more intimate setting for smaller gatherings.

Can guests travelling from further afield stay overnight?

Yes, we offer on-site accommodation for guests wanting to extend their visit into an overnight stay.

Is Oakwood a convenient option for guests travelling from Barnwood?

Yes, being just a short drive from Barnwood makes it an accessible choice without needing to travel into central Gloucester.

Who do I contact to arrange a Chinese New Year celebration at Oakwood?

The best first step is to get in touch with our events team directly, who can talk through your requirements and check availability.