Christmas in Henley-on-Thames

Celebrate this Christmas at The Bull on Bell Street

Henley-on-Thames knows how to do December — lights strung across the town centre, festival cheer in the air, and the river adding a bit of sparkle of its own. In the middle of it all on Bell Street sits The Bull, where a log fire, stylish interiors and a kitchen on top form make the season feel effortless. From long festive lunches to big December nights out — and this year, our courtyard transformed into a festive après-ski lodge — this is where Henley comes to celebrate. Round up your people and join us.

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Christmas Menus

December deserves better than a beige buffet. Our kitchen has created festive menus that celebrate the season's finest — classics done confidently, flavours worth gathering for.

Throughout the month, the restaurant at The Bull plays host to every kind of festive occasion, from unhurried lunches with family to lively evenings with friends and colleagues, all with the fire glowing in the background.

And on Christmas Day, leave the cooking to us entirely. A full festive feast with all the trimmings — elegant starters, generous roasts and puddings that demand a second spoon.

Henley gets festive early and our December tables go with it, so book yours ahead of the rush.

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Après-Ski in the Courtyard

This winter, our courtyard heads for the mountains. Decked out as a festive après-ski lodge, it's the spot for mulled drinks, alpine cosiness and Christmas catch-ups under the winter sky — no lift pass required. Whether you're starting the evening or settling in for it, the lodge is open throughout the season.

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Stay this Christmas

For the first time, The Bull is taking festive guests — our rooms launched this year and are open right through Christmas. If you're visiting family and friends around Henley this December, make us your base: all the comfort, none of the airbed.

And if you're staying over Christmas itself, you're warmly invited to join us in the restaurant for Christmas Day — just book your table when you book your room.

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Make it a year to remember with private room hire

For celebrations that deserve a space of their own, The Garden Room is The Bull’s private dining room — perfect for festive family gatherings, team dinners and everything in between, with the same seasonal menus served behind your own closed door.

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