FESTIVE DINING

FESTIVE DINING

FESTIVE DINING

Savour the season in style with elevated festive dining at THE NICI New Forest.

Step into Martha’s for refined coastal seasonal flavours, decadent holiday menus, and sophisticated Hamptons-inspired glamour. Or head over to Elms Café, our vibrant social hub that comes alive as the Forest’s hottest new spot – with vibrant energy, delicious social bites, and handcrafted cocktails.

From indulgent Christmas Day feasts to lavish New Year’s Eve parties, dining at THE NICI in Lymington is where extraordinary food meets the ultimate holiday atmosphere.

Festive Dining

MARTHA’S

27th November – 24th December 2026

Warm up the season with an effortless pre-festive dining experience at THE NICI New Forest. Gather your crew at Martha’s for an understated gathering powered by an incredible three-course set menu – packed with coastal, seasonal flavours.

2 Courses | £35 per person
3 Courses | £42.50 per person

Festive Vibes

ELMS CAFÉ

27th November – 24th December 2026

Bring your crew, gather the family, and turn up the energy with our festive set menu at Elms Café. Think bold, flavour-packed dishes, cocktails, and that signature buzz that makes you instantly want to order another round.

2 Courses | £29 per person
3 Courses | £35 per person

Join Us Christmas Eve

Join us at Martha’s or Elms Café for your pre-Christmas Day warm-up, with the bar flowing, delicious menus on the table and plenty of yuletide atmosphere. We’re open for festivities all day with a live Saxophonist in Martha’s, and a DJ at Elms Café. Come and join us!

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

MARTHA’S

25th December 2026

Make Christmas Day one to remember at Martha’s, with a beautifully festive feast, a live pianist and the effortless atmosphere of our Hamptons-inspired waterfront restaurant. Seasonal flavours, spectacular setting.

£135 per adult
£65 per child

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

ELMS CAFÉ

25th December 2026

Gather everyone together and let Christmas Day unfold at Elms. Expect a generous festive feast, great drinks and a lively atmosphere that keeps the celebrations going long after lunch. Enjoy a live singer from 12-4pm.

£105 per adult
£50 per child

Keep the celebrations going into the evening with our Christmas Day Dinner Buffet, served from 7–9pm | £39pp

BOXING DAY LUNCH

MARTHA’S

26th December 2026

Explore the grounds from forest to waterfront, following the lawn down to the Lymington River before heading back to Martha’s for a seriously indulgent Boxing Day lunch. Then the fun moves outside – gather around the fire pits for toasted s’mores, and warm up with winter cocktails as the afternoon turns into evening.

2 Courses £45 per person
3 Courses £52.50 per person

Elms Café is also open for all-day dining, with a live DJ, good beats, great flavours and drinks flowing throughout the afternoon.

NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA

MARTHA’S

31st December 2026

Start 2027 in style with Martha’s Gala Dinner, canapés with free-flowing fizz and a live sax setting the tone as you dine. Then, when dinner is done, head to High Tides for our Exclusive After Party – a six-piece live band, dancing, drinks and the final countdown…

£149 per person

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

ELMS CAFÉ

31st December 2026

NYE starts at Elms with a seriously good feast, cocktails and a DJ bringing the soundtrack to dinner. Then it’s time to turn things up a notch – make your way to High Tides for our Exclusive After Party, with a six-piece live band, dancing, drinks and the countdown to 2027.

£115 per person

NEW YEAR’S DAY LUNCH

MARTHA’S

1st January 2027

Kick off 2027 the right way at THE NICI New Forest. Start with a pre-lunch walk from 12–2 PM on the Lymington coast, then settle into Martha’s for a three-course feast – the ultimate Hamptons-style toast to the year ahead.

2 Courses | £40 per person
3 Courses | £47 per person

Group of 11+?

Whether you’re organising an office party, a festive family reunion, or a big celebration with friends, we’ve got you covered. Explore our tailored group party packages, featuring mouthwatering menus, handcrafted seasonal cocktails, and vibrant coastal dining spaces designed for large groups.

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Check in, dress up and make yourself at home with up to 30% off your stay, plus 30% off spa treatments.

Available Sunday–Thursday until 17 December. 

Book via the link- https://thenici.com/offers/fall-for-the-nici/ ✨

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