Dec  1-31st  |

Christmas

At Bowleys

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Are you looking for a place to celebrate Christmas with friends and family? Look no further than Bowleys!

We'll be open for lunch and dinner as usual, Wednesday through to Saturday, and Sunday lunch.

A cozy Bar next door - serves up an array of small plates, cocktails, wines, and chilled Champagne.

MENUS

A gourmet plate featuring a piece of seared, pink-centered steak with a red wine reduction, a scoop of creamy mashed potatoes topped with capers and herbs, a small roasted vegetable garnished with herbs, and a pastry roll, arranged artistically on a white plate.
Close-up of a decorated cake with white icing, pink and clear jelly beans, fresh green leaves, and small white flowers on top, set against a plain white background.
8 COURSE KENTISH TASTING MENU
A chocolate cake garnished with red berries and powdered sugar, served with dollops of whipped cream on a white plate with a spoon, with blurred Christmas lights in the background.
12 COURSE BRITISH ISLES TASTING MENU
FESTIVE LUNCH
Close-up of a plated dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a caramel lace cookie, edible flowers, and caramel sauce on a white dish.
À LA CARTE

Festive Brochure

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Gift Vouchers

A Christmas gift voucher is the perfect festive treat. Pick a value or choose one of our seasonal treats, follow the steps, and the voucher will be emailed straight to you to print or share.

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Bowleys gift voucher with a blue background and white text.

FAQs

Large Bookings?

Our tasting menu is available for all group sizes, but groups of six or more must order it. For any questions, please email bowleys@theploughkent.com. We provide vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options, but please let us know about any allergies or dietary needs at least 48 hours before your reservation.

Gift Vouchers

A Christmas gift voucher is the perfect festive treat. Pick a value or choose one of our seasonal treats, follow the steps, and the voucher will be emailed straight to you to print or share.

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Waiting List?

If our desired booking slots are fully reserved, join our waiting list and we’ll contact you as soon as availability opens up.

Opening Times

Please note there are some exceptions over December.

  • We'll be hosting our Seasonal Fare, 1800’s village shop from 4pm.

  • Open from 12:00 to 14:00 for drinks and canapés only. Christmas Day Open from 12:00 to 14:00 for drinks and canapés only.

  • Closed, but we'll be back open on the 27th.

  • We'll be closed from January 1st to 7th to give our staff a well-deserved break after the busy holiday season.

Christmas Events

TURNING ON LIGHTS - 28TH NOV

From 5:30pm we will be hosting our Turning on the lights on our terrace.

BAR MENU AVAILABLE

Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate in our old Barn from 5pm.

TRADITIONAL CAROLS - 2pm - 4pm DEC 5th 2026

We will be hosting Carols Next door to our old barn, Around the Christmas Tree.

BAR MENU AVAILABLE

Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate in our old Barn from 2pm.

BEEF WELLINGTON FOR TWO , SUNDAY 27TH DECEMBER 2026

SEASONAL FAIR - 24TH DEC 2026

From 4pm to 7pm we will be hosting our Seasonal Fare on our terrace.

Our Annual Sweet shop will be open again in the barn for more fun.

BAR MENU AVAILABLE

Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate in our old Barn from 4pm.