SWITCHING ON OF THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
About this experience
FRIDAY, 29TH NOVEMBER
TIME: 5.15pm (Christmas Market 2.00pm - 8.00pm)
PLACE: KILLRUDDERY YARD
EVENT DESCRIPTION
You are invited! Join us as we launch Christmas Season at Killruddery. With special guest - Father Christmas himself - coming to officially switch on the lights this year.
There will be mulled wine and mince pies, there will be songs, our Christmas Markets will be officially opening, pizza oven will be roaring - we promise a special atmosphere for all!
The lead up to Christmas at Killruddery is a special time indeed. We celebrate the Christmas Market days to come, opportunities to support local artists, producers and makers and slow shopping in our Farm Shop, complete with leisurely meals with family and friends.
All are welcome!
FAQ:
- This event will take place in Killruddery Yard, with free parking and admission
- No advance booking required – just show up!
- The Pizza Shed, Coffee Shop and Farm Shop will open late.
- The opening debut of the Snow Queen by Broken Theatre Productions will commence at 19.00 – book your ticket here if you'd like to attend!
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Four-course seasonal menu crafted by our Head Chef
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Craft beer, botanical cocktails, and an extensive wine menu available
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Candlelit tables, ideal for groups of up to eight guests
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Pre-book your four-course meal online (drinks additional)
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For groups larger than eight, please email us at info@killruddery.com and we will do our best to accommodate
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Cancellations require a minimum of 48 hours notice for rescheduling or refund; no-shows are non-refundable
SAMPLE SET MENU FOR SEASONAL SUPPERS HERE.
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Four-course seasonal menu crafted by our Head Chef
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Craft beer, botanical cocktails, and an extensive wine menu available
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Candlelit tables, ideal for groups of up to eight guests
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Pre-book your four-course meal online (drinks additional)
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For groups larger than eight, please email us at info@killruddery.com will do our best to accommodate
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Cancellations require a minimum of 48 hours notice for rescheduling or refund; no-shows are non-refundable
SAMPLE SET MENU FOR SEASONAL SUPPERS HERE.
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Testimonials
Seasonal Supper Club - Everything perfect from beginning to end, atmospheric setting, wonderful staff and service, the food was so fresh and full of flavour and presented so well, a credit to the head chef Niall, whose visit to each table also made it special. A credit to the whole team, we will definitely be back.
