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We love Christmas at The Kingfisher, from delicious food to fabulous parties and magical overnight stays.
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Festive Dining

Eat, Drink and Be Merry at The Kingfisher and with a variety of dining options available you’re sure to find the perfect way to celebrate.

If you are looking for festive dining throughout December then join us for lunch or dinner in our warm and friendly surroundings. Enjoy a two or three course meal followed by coffee and mince pies or treat yourself to a festive afternoon tea, complete with seasonal sandwiches and festive cakes.

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Christmas Day

For those who deserve being waited on this year, come and join us for a very special Christmas Day lunch. You will enjoy a glass of Kir Royale or Prosecco upon arrival to start lunch off on a high, then enjoy a delicious five course festive feast with your loved one/s followed by coffee and mince pies.

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Boxing Day

Then onto Boxing Day, the main event might be over but the festivities are definitely not! Join us for a relaxed (and/or) boozy Boxing Day lunch – the perfect post Christmas tonic!

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New Year's Eve Gala

Join us for the best night of the year! We will be hosting THE best party in Bedford. A chilled glass of Champagne on arrival followed by a sumptuous four course dinner, DJ, dancing and a glass of Prosecco and bacon rolls at midnight. Celebrations will go on until 1am - the ONLY place to see in 2025

 

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Please note that a £20 per person deposit is required on booking which is unfortunately non-refundable and non-transferable. The final balance and menu pre-orders are due by 25th November.

 

£95 Per Person

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New Year's Eve at The Pub

Due to the success of our festivities in the pub last New Year’s Eve, we have decided to do it again!


Join us for a three course dinner for £50 per person – when you book your table you will have it for the entire evening so that you can celebrate the new year with us at midnight.


A DJ will be playing background music until 9pm when the party really kicks into gear ready to seeing the New Year!


Hurry – tables are limited


Tuesday 31st December
Bookings from 6pm-8.30pm
Pub closes at 12.30am


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Pre-booking is essential and prepayment is required. For groups of 10 or more guests we will be in touch to take pre-orders fro the evening.


Make a night of it!


Celebrate New Year's Eve at The Kingfisher and retire to one of our cosy rooms with breakfast included the next day

Rooms are subject to availability and are based on two people sharing a Double room. Upgrades to a King room are available for a supplement of £20 per room. Or really go all out and enjoy a Suite from £40 per room. Full payment is required upon booking All payments are non-refundable. Prices include VAT.

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Christmas Party Nights

Our renowned party nights are back with a bang! Party with style…our iconic 13th century Tithe Barn is a magical setting when decked out in all its Christmas finery. Join us with your colleagues and friends for the best party night in town.
Your evening will include;

  • A glass of chilled Prosecco upon arrival 
  • A delicious three course festive dinner with all the trimmings
  • Coffee and mince pies
  • Disco and dancing with our resident DJ until midnight

Wednesday and Thursday – £45 per person
Friday and Saturday – £55 per person
Sundays – £40 per person

Make Merry with us on:

Wednesday to Sundays, from Wednesday 27th November to Sunday 22nd December 

Arrival 7pm
Dinner is served from 7.30pm
Carriages at midnight

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Additional dates subject to availability. £10 deposit per person required on booking. Full balance and pre order due by 31st October. Bookings made after 31st October will require full balance and pre orders on booking. All monies are non-refundable and non-transferable Over 18’s only

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Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality

Washington Irving
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Two Night Festive Break

Take all the stress and hassle away and join us for the festive celebrations at The Kingfisher.

Your two-night festive break will include;

  • A glass of fizz and mince pies on arrival
  • A delicious three course Christmas Eve dinner
  • A great night’s sleep in a Double Room
  • Christmas Day – a hearty full English or Continental breakfast – the choice is yours!
  • A fabulous four course Christmas Day lunch and complimentary glass of fizz
  • Games and lots of fun – with the King’s speech at 3pm!
  • A scrumptious buffet on Christmas Day evening
  • Another great night’s sleep
  • Boxing Day – full English or Continental before your journey home

Priced at only £299 per person!

Subject to availability, this break is based upon two people sharing a Double Room. Upgrades to a King Room is just £20 per night, or suites from £40 per night. Arrival date Tuesday 24th December. Full pre-payment is required at the time of booking. All payments are non-refundable. Prices include VAT

 

 

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Three Night Festive Break

Three nights of pure indulgence and being waiting on hand, foot and finger. Festive heaven!

Your three night festive break will include;

  • A glass of fizz and mince pies on arrival
  • A delicious three course Christmas Eve dinner
  • A great night’s sleep in a Double Room
  • Christmas Day – a hearty full English or Continental breakfast – the choice is yours!
  • A fabulous four course Christmas Day lunch and complimentary glass of fizz
  • Games and lots of fun – with the King’s speech at 3pm!
  • A scrumptious buffet on Christmas Day evening
  • Another great night’s sleep
  • Boxing Day – full English or Continental breakfast
  • A delicious three course lunch
  • Evening buffet
  • Your last night with us
  • 27th December – a choice of breakfast before your journey home

Priced at only £399 per person

Subject to availability, this break is based upon two people sharing a Double room. Upgrades to a King room is just £20 per night, or suites from £40 per night. Arrival date Tuesday 24th December. Full pre-payment is required at the time of booking. All payments are nonrefundable. Prices include VAT.

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Twixmas Break

Make the most of this year’s festivities and stay with us between Christmas and New Year. Imagine – walks in the country park, mulled wine by the river and of course, the best dining in Bedford.

Your break includes:

  • One night in a Double Room
  • A delicious three course Twixmas Dinner
  • Full English or Continental breakfast

Priced at £139 per room, per night

Valid from the 27th to 30th December 2024

Subject to availability, this offer is based upon two people sharing and is available from 27th to 30th December inclusive. Full pre-payment is required at the time of booking. Upgrades are available at a supplement. All payments are non-refundable. Prices include VAT.

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New Year's Eve Break

Join us for the best night of the year! We will be hosting THE best party in Bedford. A chilled glass of Champagne for arrival followed by a sumptuous five course dinner, DJ, dancing and a glass of Prosecco at midnight.

Celebrations will go on until 1am and then you will retire to your well-appointed Double or Twin room. Wake up at your leisure and then enjoy a Full English or Continental breakfast – a great start to 2025!

Priced at £169 per person – go on, have a New Year’s Eve to remember!

Rooms are subject to availability and are based on two people sharing a Double room. Upgrades to a King room are available for a supplement of £20 per room. Or really go all out and enjoy a Suite for a supplement of £40 per room. 50% deposit is required upon booking and the full balance payable on 25th November 2024. All payments are non-refundable. Prices include VAT.

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Christmas isn't a season, it's a feeling.

Edna Ferber
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The Kingfisher Cardington Road Bedford

Barns Hotel,
Cardington Road,
Bedford
MK44 3SA

reservations@thekingfisherbedford.co.uk
+01234 270044

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