Christmas Lunch Near Barnwood

Throughout December, Christmas lunch becomes something of a tradition for many groups — colleagues marking the end of the working year, friends catching up before the holidays, or family gathering ahead of the big day itself. For those searching for Christmas lunch near Barnwood, Oakwood Hotel offers a properly festive midday option throughout the season, just a short drive away in Twigworth, on the outskirts of Gloucester.

Unlike our Christmas Day dinner service, which is specifically for the 25th itself, our Christmas lunch offering runs throughout December, giving groups the flexibility to celebrate on a date that suits them, rather than competing for the busiest single day of the year.

A Festive Midday Menu

Our Christmas lunch menu is built around traditional festive dishes, prepared with the same care and attention to quality Gloucestershire produce that runs through everything we serve. Whether you’re looking for a full three-course festive meal or something a little lighter, our kitchen team puts genuine thought into making sure the menu feels properly seasonal. Dietary requirements can also be accommodated with advance notice, so everyone in your group can enjoy the occasion. You can see more of our general dining offering on our dining page.

Ideal for Work Christmas Lunches

December Christmas lunches are particularly popular among local businesses and workplace teams looking to mark the end of the year together, away from the office. Our dining spaces offer a comfortable, festive setting suited to this kind of group booking, and our team is experienced in accommodating workplace groups of varying sizes throughout the season.

For larger workplace bookings or those wanting a slightly more structured event, our events team can also help arrange a private space as part of your Christmas lunch. Full details are available on our occasions and events page.

A Relaxed Option for Family and Friends

Christmas lunch doesn’t need to be reserved for work colleagues — many of our December bookings are family groups or friends wanting to celebrate together ahead of the holidays, often on a date that works better for everyone’s schedule than Christmas Day itself. The relaxed, festive atmosphere across our dining spaces makes it an easy, enjoyable way to mark the season together.

Convenient for Groups From Barnwood

Being just a short drive from Barnwood makes Oakwood a practical choice for local groups looking for a festive lunch without travelling into central Gloucester. We regularly welcome returning groups throughout December, many of whom have made an annual Christmas lunch at Oakwood something of a tradition.

Extending the Occasion

For those wanting to make more of the day, particularly larger groups gathering from further afield, Oakwood also offers comfortable accommodation on-site. You can find more details on our rooms page.

Booking Your Christmas Lunch

December dates fill up quickly, particularly weekday lunchtimes popular with workplace groups, so we’d recommend booking well ahead of the season to secure your preferred date and table size.

Whether it’s a work celebration, a family gathering, or a catch-up with friends, Oakwood aims to make Christmas lunch a properly enjoyable part of your festive season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Christmas lunch available throughout December, or only on Christmas Day?

Christmas lunch is available throughout December, giving groups flexibility to choose a date that suits them, separate from our dedicated Christmas Day dinner service.

Is Christmas lunch suitable for workplace groups?

Yes, we regularly host workplace Christmas lunches and can accommodate a range of group sizes throughout December.

How far in advance should I book a December Christmas lunch?

We’d recommend booking well ahead of the season, as December dates, particularly weekday lunchtimes, fill up quickly.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated for Christmas lunch?

Yes, we’re happy to accommodate dietary requirements with advance notice when booking.

Is a private space available for larger group bookings?

Yes, our events team can help arrange private space for larger Christmas lunch bookings.

Can family and friends book a Christmas lunch, or is it mainly for businesses?

Christmas lunch is open to any group, whether that’s colleagues, family, or friends celebrating together.

Can we stay overnight after our Christmas lunch?

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

How do I book a Christmas lunch at Oakwood?

The best way is to get in touch with our team directly as early as possible to secure your preferred date.