CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES 2018
Christmas Unwrapped Celebrate Christmas in style this year. Join us and we will cater for your every need so that you can focus on relaxing and enjoying time with your family, friends or colleagues.
Festive Party Menu Available from the 26th November 6th January Spiced parsnip & lime soup, curried spring onion bhaji & parsnip crisps Slow braised pork cheek, mustard mash, apple puree and crackling House smoked salmon rillettes, lemon puree, yogurt, pickled cucumber & sourdough croutes Roast breast of Hampshire turkey with all the trimmings Sticky braised feather blade of beef, horseradish mash, pearl onions, lardons & wild mushrooms Roast fillet of cod, white bean cassoulet, crispy salt cod & pickled fennel Courgette, feta & red harissa linguine, dressed pea shoots and shaved parmesan Sherry soaked fruit cake, blue cheese & poached pear Muscovado set custard, spiced plums & almond crumb Chocolate cremeux, pistachio, honeycomb & chantilly Tea, coffee & mince pie Two course 24 / three course 32 Our festive menu is available for pre booked tables only. We ask that a 5 per head deposit is made to secure the reservation. Pre orders for the festive menu will be required 8 days prior to your reservation date. Please speak to a member of our team to make an enquiry or reservation
A gift for the do-gooders As we know how stressful it can be to organise your friends, family, colleagues and loved ones over Christmas we want to reward you for your efforts! All party organisers that book a lunch party of 6 or more Monday Friday will receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling to enjoy when they dine with us in January 2019 T&C offer only valid with voucher that will be presented after your party has dined in December from the festive menu. Complimentary sparkling is to be enjoyed from the 1st January 31st January only. No cash or alternative drink options are available. Management has the right to change the sparkling brand and restrict the offer if needed
Christmas Day Lunch Homemade focaccia & granary bread board extra virgin rapeseed oil & balsamic Slow braised pork cheek, mustard mash, apple puree & crackling Smoked Severn & Wye salmon & Brixham crab terrine, pickled fennel & sourdough Crispy goats curd ravioli, beetroot, nasturtium & candied walnuts Roast Hampshire turkey with all the trimming Slow roast shoulder of lamb, roast potatoes, glazed celeriac & mint jus Pan fried fillet of halibut, crispy chicken wings, sprout tops roast chestnuts and chicken jus Wild mushroom and blue cheese wellington, parsnip puree, roast parsnip & Swiss chard Christmas pudding, custard & brandy ice cream Mulled wine poached pear, chocolate cremeux & almond sponge Passion fruit posset, curd, muscovado meringue & lemon verbena Selection of English cheese, biscuits, apple & chutney Selection of tea or coffee & mince pie 75 per head / Children (under 12) available at 50 per head Reservations for Christmas Day are essential due to limited availability. We ask that a 10 per head deposit is made to secure the reservation, the further balance of the meal will be needed in advance, date agreed with management at time of booking. Pre orders for this menu will be required by the 16th December. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to all festive tables. Please speak to a member of our team to make an enquiry or reservation
Vegetarian & Vegan Christmas Day Lunch Homemade, focaccia & granary bread board extra virgin rapeseed oil & balsamic Celeriac soup, spiced spring onion fritter & curried oil Red onion tart, dressed leaves & roast pinenut crumb South American bean stew, avocado mousse, griddled sourdough & coriander Wild mushroom & tofu wellington, parsnip puree, roast parsnip & shitake sauce Cauliflower steak, curried Romanesco, onion bhaji & herb oil Sweet potato & okra curry, sticky coconut rice and griddled flat bread Sticky toffee & pear pudding, vanilla ice cream Chocolate brownie, honeycomb & cherry sorbet Passion fruit posset, curd & nut brittle Selection of tea or coffee & mince pie 75 per head / Children (under 12) available at 50 per head Reservations for Christmas Day are essential due to limited availability. We ask that a 10 per head deposit is made to secure the reservation, the further balance of the meal will be needed in advance, date agreed with management at time of booking. Pre orders for this menu will be required by the 16th December. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to all festive tables. Please speak to a member of our team to make an enquiry or reservation
Brunch Menu Available Boxing Day & New Years Day Full English breakfast Eggs Benedict Eggs Royale Smashed avocado and poached eggs on toasted sourdough 3 Egg omelette with choice of fillings 6oz steak & eggs, tomato, mushroom, fries Pancakes with maple syrup and crispy bacon Running Horse beef burger with BBQ sauce and fries Upham ale battered fish and chips, triple cooked chips and mushy peas Honey roasted ham, egg and chips BBQ chicken wings, coleslaw, fries *Dessert menu will also be available on the day Please note this is a sample menu and may change due to availability over the festive period Reservations for Boxing Day and New Year s Day are recommended For opening and food service hours please see next page
Festive Opening Times 2018: Christmas Eve - 11am - 11pm Christmas Day - 12pm - 5pm Boxing Day - 11am - 8pm 27th - 30th December - normal hours New Year s Eve - 11am till late New Year s Day - 11am - 10pm Festive Food Service Times 2018: Christmas Eve - 12pm - 8pm Christmas Day - bookings from 12pm - 2.30pm (Bar open for locals 11am 2pm) Boxing Day - 12pm - 6pm 27th - 30th December - normal hours New Year s Eve - 12pm - 3pm / 6pm - 8pm New Year s Day - 11am - 8pm
Festive dates for the dairy Winchester Christmas Markets Saturday 17th November Thursday 20th December 2018 Open from 10.30am 6.30pm Sunday Wednesday and 10.30am 8.00pm Thursday Saturday. Recognised as one of the best in Europe with its unique location, high quality exhibitors and bustling atmosphere. Wonderful Christmas gifts, decorations and festive foods can be found in abundance. **** Winchester Christmas Light Switch on Thursday 15th November from 5pm Celebrate the start of the festive period with an evening of live entertainment and fun, with the wonderful Christmas lights in Winchester being switched on by a special guest. We will be ready to welcome you back after a chilly evening in Winchester with dinner available till 9.30pm. **** Thursday 1st November Festive menu tasting From 7-9pm we will be giving all locals and party organisers the chance to come and sample tasters of the festive menu. Booking not essential.
Monday 26th November 2018 Festive Cocktail Menu Launch New selection featuring twists on classics and home recipes to help get the good times flowing this Christmas. 25% off all cocktails from 7pm 9pm on launch night. *** Date TBC Cider & Songs Join us for a night of complimentary mulled cider on arrival and the village choir singing carols in the pub to kick start your December and get you into the festive spirit. *** Sunday 23rd December Big Christmas Quiz We will host a big Christmas quiz with lots of prizes to be won from 7.30pm booking is required. Entry 2.00 per person, max teams of 8 For more details of our festive events and dates for the diary please follow us on social media. @runninghorseinn @TheRunningHorse @RunningHorseInn
New Year s Eve Set menu from 65 per head See in the New Year with us here at the Running Horse and make it a night to remember. Bookings are essential for those dining with us Disco and dancing till late Bar open as normal No ticket or entry price Please speak to a member of the team for details and bookings
The Running Horse 88 Main Road Littleton Winchester Hampshire SO22 6QS Tel: 01962 880218 Email: info@runninghorseinn.co.uk