Join us at The Speech House Hotel, for Christmas 2021 in the Forest of Dean. This year will be like no other, with our sumptuous Christmas Fayre and Christmas Party nights to celebrate the Festive season with friends, family, and colleagues.

With special room rates available for all guests who attend a party, there is no reason why you shouldn’t extend your stay in the Forest of Dean.

Party revellers will be able to choose from our Christmas Party night Menu of two courses. Pre- dinner nibbles will be served with a party drinks on arrival and are included in the price.

Party Nights with a Disco are available on the following dates:

Friday 10th & Saturday 11th December 2021

Friday 17th & Saturday 18th December 2021

The Menu is also available for private parties of up to 120. Guests will dine in The Edwin Tauber Suite with dancing after the food has been served, to our resident disco.

FESTIVE LUNCH AND DINNER MENU

Available for pre-booked tables in our Verderers' or Carolean restaurant from 1st December 2021.

Sprout and Chestnut Soup (v)
Smoked Brioche Croutons
Honey Roast Ham Hock Terrine
Ale Chutney ∙ Sour Dough
Severn And Wye Smoked Salmon
Spiced Pear and Fennel Salsa ∙ Black Garlic Mayonnaise
Deep Fried Goats Cheese (v)
Pickled Red Onion ∙ Smoked Cranberry Compote

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Traditional Roast Turkey
Served with all the trimmings
Dry Cured Pork Chop
Roast Garlic Mash ∙ Root Vegetables ∙ Baked Apple
Herb Crusted Cod Loin
Leek ∙ Potato ∙ Chive
Stilton Glazed Celeriac (v)
Roast Broccoli ∙ Pickled Walnuts ∙ Celery Shoots

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Traditional Christmas Pudding (v)
Brandy Crème Anglaise
Mulled Berry Panna Cotta
Liquorice Cream ∙ Brown Butter Oat Clusters
Warm Chocolate Brownie (v)
Salted Caramel Sauce ∙ Clotted Cream Ice Cream
A Selection of Local Cheese (£2.50 supplement)
Winter Chutney ∙ Crackers ∙ Grapes and Celery

Tea, Coffee and Mince Pies

LUNCH (12.00-15.00) and DINNER (18.00-20.30)

2 Courses £25.00
3 Courses £29.50

Available for pre-booked parties in the Verderers Court or Carolean Restaurants.

All of our dishes are prepared in house and finished to order. Please allow a little extra time during busy periods

Please speak to a member of staff regarding any allergies or dietary requirements, many of our dishes can easily be adapted. Food items may be prepared in areas where there are traces of allergens present.

Here at the Speech House we are committed to delivering an inviting and enjoyable local dining experience, your feedback is greatly appreciated.

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA

Book your Christmas themed Afternoon Tea with us in our historic and festive feeling Verderers Court or Carolean from 1st December 2021.

It's also available in the Orangery on a walk-in, first come first served basis.

Served daily 3-6pm

£17.50 per person

Afternoon Tea at the historic Speech House is a suitably traditional affair with fine bone china, a tiered cake stand of indulgent festive themed treats, and a selection of fine teas to choose from.

Add a little Christmas cheer with a glass of Prosecco at £6.50.

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

Arrive in time for a welcome glass of champagne and canapes at 12pm, to be followed by a 3 course Christmas Day Lunch at 12.30pm.

Tomato and Roast Garlic Soup (V)
Smoked Brioche Croutons

Gloucester Old Spot Liver Pate
Cider Pickled Onions ∙ Roast Chestnut ∙ Sourdough

Severn and Wye Smoked Salmon
Spiced Pear and Fennel Salsa ∙ Black Garlic Mayonnaise

Baked Camembert (V)
Malbec and Cranberry Jam ∙ Focaccia

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Traditional Roast Turkey
All the trimmings

Beef Wellington
Fondant Potato ∙ Thyme Roasted Carrots ∙ Peppercorn Jus

Herb Crusted Cod Loin
Leek ∙ Potato ∙ Chive

Wild Mushroom and Stilton Cannelloni (v)
Green Apple ∙ Walnut ∙ Celery Shoots

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Classic Christmas Pudding (v)
Brandy Crème Anglaise

Baileys Choux Bun (v)
Candied Almonds ∙ Baked White Chocolate

Mulled Berry Panna Cotta (v)
Liquorice Cream ∙ Brown Butter Oat Clusters

Selection of British Cheese
Winter Chutney ∙ Crackers ∙ Grapes ∙ Celery

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Tea ∙ Coffee ∙ Petit Fours

£95.00 per person

BOXING DAY DINNER & LIGHT FOREST ENTERTAINMENT

Dinner will be served at 6.30pm followed by a fun evening of local forest entertainment. This year, by popular request, will see the return of “ Banshee” who will tell a few  Forest tales and Forest folk songs. There will also be a Ceilidh, so bring your dancing shoes.

Welcome drink on arrival

White Onion and Sage Soup (V)
Crispy Shallots

Honey Roast Ham Hock Terrine
Ale Chutney ∙ Sour Dough

Crab and Crayfish Tian
Chilli Jam ∙ Peanut Brittle

Duck Egg Mayonnaise (V)
Pine Ash ∙ Mustard Cress ∙ Rye Toast

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Seared Venison Loin
Celeriac and Roast Garlic Dauphinoise ∙ Beetroot ∙ Red Chard

Stuffed Pork Belly
Confit Potato ∙ Baked Apple ∙ Savoy Cabbage ∙ Cider Pickled Onion

Pan Fried Black Bream
Roast New Potatoes ∙ Sprouts ∙ Bacon ∙ Spiced Parsnip Sauce

Baked Goats Cheese (V)
Sweet Potato ∙ Roast Broccoli ∙ Chive

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Warm Chocolate Brownie (V)
Salted Caramel Sauce ∙ Clotted Cream Ice Cream

Orange Posset (V)
Candied Walnut ∙ Cinnamon Cream

Toffee Apple Tart (V)
Anise Meringue ∙ Pumpkin Seed Brittle ∙ Cider Sorbet

Selection of British Cheese
Winter Chutney ∙ Crackers ∙ Grapes ∙ Celery

£49.50 per person