Join John Crouch, Cumbrian food historian, for a fascinating festive dining experience at The Borrowdale Hotel in the Borrowdale Valley, near Keswick.
This special four-course Christmas dinner explores the evolution of festive food through the centuries, with each course inspired by a different historical period. From ancient traditions to classic Christmas dining customs, John will share engaging commentary on the origins, cultural significance and stories behind the dishes that helped shape the festive table.
Guests will enjoy mulled wine on arrival, followed by a thoughtfully curated four-course dinner, tea, coffee and traditional festive sweet treats.
Perfect for those looking for a unique Christmas dining event in the Lake District, a festive dinner near Keswick, or an evening of food history and seasonal tradition.
What's included:
Mulled wine on arrival
Four-course festive dinner
Each course is themed around a different historical period
Insightful commentary from Cumbrian food historian John Crouch
Tea and coffee
Traditional festive sweet treats
A unique Christmas dining experience at The Borrowdale Hotel, near Keswick
£45 per person
| Season (10 Dec 2026) | ||
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| Thursday | 18:30 | |
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