Celebrate your Christmas 2025 with us at The Royal Forest in Epping Forest
Make this festive season truly unforgettable at The Royal Forest in Epping Forest, where we’re serving up indulgent menus, warm hospitality and plenty of holiday cheer.
Whether it’s Christmas drinks, something from our festive menu or a special Christmas Day celebration, we have everything you need to celebrate in style.
Complimentary Festive Fizz at The Royal Forest
Book your Christmas party at The Royal Forest and we’ll treat every guest to a complimentary glass of Prosecco or a bottle of Asahi or Asahi 0% to get the celebrations started!
Available Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from the 24th November to 17th December 2025.
Terms and conditions apply.
Join us for Christmas in Epping Forest at The Royal Forest
Step into the festive spirit at our charming pub in the centre of Epping Forest, where the crackle of seasonal joy pairs perfectly with the flavours of our exclusive Christmas menus.
Highlights of Christmas at The Royal Forest:
- Christmas Party Menus – £41.50pp for 3 courses (or 2 courses available).
- Christmas Day Feast – £105pp for 6 courses, including a glass of Buck’s Fizz on arrival (£52.50 for children 12 and under).
Check our table availablity over the Christmas period.
Our Festive Menus at The Royal Forest
Celebrate with our thoughtfully curated Christmas menus in Epping Forest. From hearty traditional dishes to creative twists, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this festive season.
Chef Manoj and the team have crafted dishes that bring together the finest seasonal ingredients for an exceptional dining experience.
Our Christmas Party Menu
Available from Monday 24th November to Wednesday 24th December.
Celebrate the season with our Christmas Party Menu for £41.50 per person (for 3 courses, but also avaliable as 2 courses for a lighter option).
Perfect for festive gatherings with friends, family or colleagues, our party menu is packed with seasonal delights.
Celebrate with our traditional Christmas favourites, including Woodland-Raised Bronze Turkey with all the trimmings, indulgent starters like Jerusalem Artichoke Soup and Chicken Liver Parfait, and classic desserts such as Sticky Toffee Pudding and Clementine Brioche Bread & Butter Pudding.
For something a little different, try our Gressingham Duck Confit with blackberries, Roasted Cod with chorizo cassoulet, Muscat Pumpkin & Sage Ravioli (ve), or Dark Chocolate & Amarena Cherry Trifle to finish.
Our Christmas Day Menu
You can celebrate Christmas Day in Epping Forest with our six-course Christmas Day Menu that combines the best of festive flavours and seasonal indulgence, kicked off with a Buck’s Fizz on arrival, for just £105 per person.
Enjoy starters like Muscat Pumpkin & Kirsch Soup, Wild Mushroom Fricassée, or a decadent Trio of Devon Crab.
Follow with Woodland-Raised Bronze Turkey, Beef Wellington, Pan-Fried Halibut, or a vibrant vegan Golden Beetroot Tart, all served with traditional sides.
And finish with a refreshing Kir Royale Sorbet, then choose from Christmas Pudding, an Assortment of Chocolate or Blackberry Cranachan, with coffee, tea and mince pies to end your festive feast.
Please note: Full payment is required upon booking for Christmas Day
Take a Festive Break with our Festive Stays at Heartwood Inns
Why not make this Christmas period extra special with a Festive Stay Package at one of our Heartwood Inns Pubs with Rooms?
Each of our Pubs with Rooms is located in a picturesque setting, offering the perfect base for exploring nearby attractions or simply enjoying the cosy ambiance of your room.
Our Christmas 2025 Rooms Package
Celebrate Christmas with a cosy two-night stay filled with festive food, drink and plenty of seasonal cheer.
- Christmas Eve: Nyetimber sparkling wine & mince pies on arrival and custom playing cards for cosy evening fun
- Christmas Day: Bloody Mary breakfast, traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings, and a relaxed, festive evening
- Boxing Day: Hearty farewell breakfast with full English and continental options
Our New Year’s Eve Rooms Package
See in the new year with a stylish one-night stay full of celebratory touches and a relaxing start to 2026.
- On Arrival: Chilled bottle of Nyetimber sparkling wine to kick off your New Year’s Eve in style
- During Your Stay: £30pp dinner allowance, a beautifully designed room, and a New Year’s Eve evening at your own pace
- New Year’s Day Morning: Bloody Mary breakfast and a leisurely late check-out (subject to availability)
Give the Gift of Great Food at The Royal Forest
Treat your loved ones this Christmas with a Heartwood Inns gift card, redeemable at The Royal Forest in Epping Forest and all other Heartwood Inns.
Our gift cards are also valid for a stay at any of our Pubs with Rooms, making them the perfect gift for a relaxing getaway.
Valid for 12 months, they make the ideal present for food, drink, and travel lovers alike.
Award-Winning Sustainability
We’re proud to do our part by sourcing our ingredients responsibly.
The Royal Forest, as part of Heartwood Inns, has been recognised with a three-star Food Made Good rating by the Sustainable Restaurant Association.
This prestigious award reflects our dedication to using sustainable practices in our sourcing, preparation, and service.
From the Christmas feast on your plate to the energy-efficient processes in our kitchen, we’re committed to reducing our environmental footprint.
When you dine with us at The Royal Forest, you can feel good knowing that you’re supporting sustainability just as much as flavour.
Christmas Opening Hours at The Royal Forest
Christmas 2025 - open
- Christmas Eve12pm - 11pm(Kitchen open until 9:45pm)
- Christmas Day12pm - 9pm(Kitchen open until 7:30pm)
- Boxing Day12pm - 9pm(Kitchen open until 8pm)
New Year 2025/26 - open
- New Year's Eve12pm - 1am(Kitchen open until 10pm)
- New Year's Day12pm - 9pm(Kitchen open until 8pm)
Book Your Christmas Celebration in Epping Forest
Don’t miss out this festive season!
Whether you’re planning a Christmas lunch, dinner or a full-day celebration, book now to secure your spot at The Royal Forest in Epping Forest.
For special requests or pre-booked drinks packages, contact us directly.