Christmas Lunches In Dorset

Share great food and even better company over a Christmas lunch at one of our Dorset pubs.
From small family celebrations to lively tables of friends, our pubs offer a welcoming place to enjoy the season. Sit back, savour the festive menu and make the most of a well-earned catch-up.

Cosy Christmas Lunches in Dorset

Make time for a relaxed Christmas lunch at one of our welcoming Dorset pubs and inns. From country coaching inns to characterful coastal stops, settle in with seasonal food, warming drinks and easy-going time with family or friends after a winter walk or festive day out.

The Museum Inn

Set in the rolling Dorset downlands, The Museum Inn in Farnham is an award-winning British pub with a dining room and bedrooms. Its country setting makes it a lovely place to gather after exploring the local countryside, with seasonal dishes and choices to suit a range of appetites. Bring family or friends together for a relaxed Christmas lunch.

The Castle Inn

Near the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, The Castle Inn is a characterful 16th-century pub for a leisurely winter stop. Choose a locally sourced pub classic, enjoy a glass of wine or a pint of Butcombe beer, and cosy up inside after a day by the coast. Gather around the table for a comfortable Christmas lunch.

The Avon Causeway

A converted 18th-century coaching inn, The Avon Causeway brings together country-chic rooms, locally sourced food and a welcoming fire for chillier days. Settle into the restaurant for an unhurried catch-up, then stay a little longer if the countryside calls. Plan a cosy Christmas lunch with family or friends.

The Fish Inn

After exploring the New Forest or a walk through the Hampshire countryside, The Fish Inn in Ringwood is an easy place to pause. Classic pub dishes and a choice of Butcombe pints, from refreshing IPAs to richer stouts, make it a welcoming stop on a winter’s day. Take a break together over a Christmas lunch.

The Pavilion Arms

After a beach walk or an afternoon in Bournemouth, The Pavilion Arms is a friendly place to settle in. Its beer garden, award-winning Butcombe beers, wines and alcohol-free choices sit alongside bar snacks, classic pub dishes and indulgent desserts. Bring the group together for a casual Christmas lunch.