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Welcome to Christmas at The Merchant's Yard!
We have a host of festivities for you this Christmas season. Indulge in an array of seasonal dishes from our contemporary and Sunday menus, as well as our fabulous seasonal afternoon tea.
Whether you're dining with your nearest and dearest or celebrating at one of our events; Party Night with a resident DJ, Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve, we can't wait to welcome you this festive season!
Festive
Afternoon Tea
Indulge in a Christmas twist on our classic afternoon tea!
A delicious selection of seasonal sandwiches, homemade scones with jam and cream and an array of festive sweet treats, served with fresh tea and coffee, or add a glass of bubbly or mulled wine for extra festive cheer.
Priced at £21.95 per person.
Served Wednesday to Saturday between 12pm and 4pm.
Pre-booking and a £10 per person deposit is required.
Group Parties &
Corporate Events
Celebrate Christmas with family, friends or colleagues!
Our warm, welcoming atmosphere makes for perfect parties and corporate events. Our private dining space seats up to 26 guests and suits a variety of dining options, whilst our middle floor and ground floor dining areas can also be used for events should you require a larger space.
Please note, for bookings of 8 or more we will require a £10 per person deposit and a pre-order from our 3-course set menu - priced at £44.95 per person.
Christmas Party Night
Friday 11th December - 7.00pm
Celebrate with friends, family or colleagues and join us for a magical evening filled with delicious seasonal dishes from our festive 3-course set menu, and then dance the night away with our resident DJ - the perfect way to celebrate!
Priced at £46.95 per person.
Christmas celebrations, private dining & restaurant hire options are also available throughout the festive period, call 01298 872442 to enquire.
New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year with a night full of celebrations! Indulge in dishes from our contemporary menu, dancing with friends and loved ones and celebrate with a midnight toast as we enter 2027...
Reserve your table now for an unforgettable evening!
Please note, all guests will be required to pay a £10 per person deposit and pre-order their meals.
Stay With Us
Luxuriously laid out for the comfort of our guests, our spacious rooms are the perfect base from which to explore the stunning surrounds of the Peak District.
From enchanting Christmas markets to historic country houses dressed for the season, there's plenty to discover during the winter months. Explore the charm of nearby villages, enjoy scenic winter walks or visit attractions such as Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Gift Vouchers
Our gift vouchers are the perfect present for your friends or loved ones this Christmas.
Vouchers can be used to enjoy a meal in our restaurant or an overnight stay in one of our luxury, boutique bedrooms.
To purchase your gift voucher, please call our team on
01298 872442 or enquire below.
Festive Opening Hours
Restaurant
Christmas Week:
Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd December - closed
Wednesday 23rd December - open as normal
Christmas Eve – open, food served 12pm-9pm
Christmas Day - closed
Boxing Day – closed
Sunday 27th December – open, food served 12pm-8pm
Between Christmas & New Year:
Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th December - closed
Wednesday 30th December - open as normal
New Year’s Eve – table bookings from 12pm
New Year’s Day Friday 1st January – closed
Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd January – open as normal
We are then CLOSED Monday 4th January, reopening Thursday 21st January.
Afterwhich, for the rest of January and February 2027 our opening times will be:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays - closed
Open Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays food served 12pm-9pm and Sunday food served 12pm-8pm
We will return to our normal opening days (Wednesday to Sunday) from the first week in March 2027.
For any questions about festive opening days/times, please give our team a call on 01298 872442.
Rooms
Christmas Week:
Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd December - open for B&B
Wednesday 23rd December - open
Christmas Eve – closed for arrivals
Christmas Day - closed
Boxing Day – closed
Sunday 27th December – open
Between Christmas & New Year:
Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th December - open for B&B
Wednesday 30th December - open
New Year’s Eve – open
New Year’s Day Friday 1st January – open for B&B (closed for arrivals)
Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd January – open
We are then CLOSED Monday 4th January, reopening Thursday 21st January.
For any questions about festive opening days/times, please give our team a call on 01298 872442.