A new festive afternoon tea, Christmas menus, and quintessential decorations set the arrival of thefestive scene at the five star Great Scotland Yard Hotel, Westminster. The perfect stay for a festivebreak, an 1820’s Grade II listed building with iconic landmarks on its doorstep – it’s also the famousaddress of a legendary site immersed in iconic British history – originally the HQ of the MetropolitanPolice, subsequently taken over by the Ministry of Defence and also used as the recruitment officeduring both World Wars.
With a bespoke collection of Christmas menus, a sumptuous multi-sensory Festive Afternoon Tea,and a roaring New Year’s Eve party, Great Scotland Yard Hotel remains the place to celebrateduring the festive months.
Festive Afternoon Tea
This Christmas season, indulge in the new, elevated Festive Afternoon Tea in Central London atThe Parlour in partnership with B Corp premium chocolate brand, Valrhona Chocolate, whereseasonal treats and classic scones await. For an extra touch of luxury, opt for the ChampagneAfternoon Tea or upgrade to the Infinite Champagne Afternoon Tea. Launching on 18thNovember, the experience is also available to book on Christmas Day.
Guests can indulge in seasonal festive delights, from wild mushroom and rocket quiche; turkey,celeriac remoulade and cranberry sauce on brown bread; smoked salmon, caviar, horseradish creamon malted bread; egg truffle mayo and chives on pain de mie (V); chestnut and Montgomerycheddar Yorkshire pudding (V); to classic Afternoon Tea delicacies, such as freshly baked plain andspiced gingerbread scones and cornish clotted cream and blackberry jam. An assortment of festiveteas, cakes and pastries are also available, such as the hotel’s signature GSY bûche de Noël SpicedJivara chocolate and bergamot teacake; a Christmas tree tart; chestnut and cassis Mont Blanc BlackForest reindeer Kalingo chocolate; and Amarena mousse.
New Year’s Eve Party
Say goodbye to 2024 at the hotel’s New Year’s Eve Party near Big Ben, where guests will celebratethe New Year in style at the intimate speakeasy bar, Sibin, which will open its doors and share thespace with The 40 Elephants cocktail bar up until 2 am with a DJ raising the vibe and welcomingin 2025.
Guests will enjoy sustainable cocktails and also have the chance to purchase take-outchampagne to enjoy while watching the Westminster fireworks. New Year’s Eve celebrations willbegin at 5pm for the pre-firework drinks and a DJ playing from 8pm. Minimum spend of £70pp.
Christmas Parties
For businesses planning festive parties or for those needing a luxury space for a private celebratoryevent, the Festive Private Party package at Grace & Favour provides the ultimate Christmashideaway, full of cosy elegance and holiday cheer, guests can handpick wines within Grace &Favour, decked in Christmas décor.
For more information or to book, visit Great Scotland Yard Hotel.
