It’s time to get merry in Exeter!

Ready to raise a glass, tuck into a festive feast and dance the night away? Exeter is pulling out all the stops this Christmas, with a wonderful choice of venues ready to make your celebrations extra special. From cosy pubs and stylish restaurants to spectacular spaces serving up seasonal feasts, cocktails, live music and plenty of festive sparkle, there’s a party spot for every kind of celebration.

Whether you’re planning the ultimate work Christmas party, a festive get-together with friends or a family celebration, unwrap our guide to some of Exeter’s most exciting Christmas party venues and start planning a night to remember.

Browns

It’s never too early to begin planning your festive celebrations and Browns Brasserie & Bar has Christmas all wrapped up. 

With carefully crafted menus ranging from indulgent five-course feasts to Christmas buffets and canapés, alongside an impressive selection of drinks and beautifully crafted festive cocktails, everyone's welcome to tuck in and raise a glass. Whether you’re planning a festive lunch, Christmas dinner or an evening of celebrations, Browns Exeter offers a stylish and welcoming setting for a very, merry Christmas.

Read Hall, University of Exeter

Make this Christmas one to remember with a festive celebration at Reed Hall, one of Exeter’s most beautiful and atmospheric venues.

Set within stunning landscaped grounds, this Grade II listed venue provides an elegant backdrop for festive lunches, delicious buffets, private celebrations and memorable Christmas parties.  With award-winning catering and a dedicated events team on hand, everything is designed to make your celebration feel extra special – whether you’re gathering with friends, family or colleagues.

Ludo

Turn the start of your week into something extra special this Christmas, with Merry Monday's at Ludo Sports & Live Lounge.

Simply pre-book your Christmas party for any Monday between 9th November and 21st December, and enjoy 25% off your entire bill – and that's including drinks! If that's not enought to tempt you then check out their festive menu that everyone will love tucking into.

Turks Head

Christmas feasting at Turks Head is all about festive menus, cosy corners, and a little Dickensian charm at the heart of the season.

Brimming with warmth, history, and character, tuck into hearty seasonal dishes, festive drinks, and brewery-fresh beers from the onsite microbrewery. If you want to make a night of it then six cosy rooms also offer the perfect festive retreat. Cheers to good food, great company and proper pub hospitality.

The Old Firehouse

Forget the formalities and get ready for a festive celebration packed with great food, good times and plenty of cheer.

From laid-back office parties and uni get-togethers to full-on festive feasts, The Old Firehouse has you covered. Expect legendary pizzas, seasonal specials, winter cocktails, Prosecco receptions, live music and DJs throughout December. Tucked away just off Exeter High Street, this cosy, candlelit pub is the perfect place to eat, drink, dance and be merry!

Rougemont Hotel

Celebrate the festive season in style and make a full occasion of it at The Rougemont Hotel.

Perfectly positioned in the heart of Exeter, directly opposite Exeter Central Station, it's the ideal place to celebrate the festive season. Enjoy delicious seasonal dishes, raise a glass with friends and colleagues, then dance the night away to great music. And why not make a night of it too? Stay overnight and wake up refreshed, ready to enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading home.

voco Zeal Exeter Science Park

Celebrate the festive season in style at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park’s ISCA Restaurant.

Enjoy a delicious two or three-course Christmas lunch or dinner, complete with a glass of fizz on arrival, while live local musicians provide the perfect festive atmosphere every Friday and Saturday evening. Gather friends, family or colleagues for a memorable Christmas celebration just outside Exeter.

Celebrate the festive season with our guide to Christmas in Exeter.

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