Christmas Opening Times
Christmas Eve: 12pm – 11pm
Christmas Day: 12pm – 6pm
Boxing Day: 12pm – 11pm
New Year’s Eve: 12pm – 1am
New Year’s Day: 10am – 11pm
Christmas Eve: 12pm – 11pm
Christmas Day: 12pm – 6pm
Boxing Day: 12pm – 11pm
New Year’s Eve: 12pm – 1am
New Year’s Day: 10am – 11pm
Two nights of festive feasting, flowing fizz & live piano magic | 30th November & 7th December
Fine food, flowing fizz & piano magic | 31st December | £52pp
Celebrate Christmas 2026 at Riverstation, Bristol’s iconic harbourside restaurant, where waterfront views and exceptional seasonal dining come together for a memorable festive experience.
Whether you’re planning an office Christmas party, gathering friends for a festive lunch or enjoying Christmas Day with family, our restaurant, Pontoon Bar and private dining room provide a distinctive setting for every celebration.
Our chefs have created seasonal menus featuring the best British ingredients, paired with carefully selected wines, festive cocktails and warm hospitality. From relaxed lunches to private dining and Christmas parties, we’ll help you make this Christmas one to remember.
Click here for our full Christmas booking T&Cs.
Explore our Christmas menus for 2026, including a three-course festive menu, a dedicated Christmas Day menu, options for younger guests and seasonal drinks packages.
Please speak to the team about dietary requirements and remember that festive food must be pre-ordered for group bookings.
A little festive sparkle, something delicious on the table and the twinkling lights of Bristol’s harbourside.
On Monday 30th November and Monday 7th December, from 6:30pm, Riverstation is bringing smaller parties together for two rather lovely evenings of Christmas cheer.
Think a glass of Prosecco on arrival, a three-course festive feast and the gentle sounds of the piano drifting through the evening.
Perfect for smaller office parties, gatherings of friends or those simply looking for an excuse to celebrate, without the fuss of organising a party of their own.
Just gather a few favourite people, pull up a chair and let the festivities unfold.
The last evening of 2026 deserves to be savoured, preferably with Bristol’s harbourside as your backdrop and someone else taking care of the cooking.
Up on our first floor, the piano will be playing, the glasses clinking and a rather indulgent New Year’s Eve feast taking centre stage.
A glass of sparkling wine to begin, followed by delicate canapés and three courses worth lingering over. Think melt-in-the-mouth braised ox cheek, monkfish with Nyetimber beurre blanc and warm chocolate fondant. And if there’s still room? Our cheese trolley is waiting in the wings.
£52 per person | Pre-order required
One last long dinner, another glass poured and plenty to toast to. Here’s to ending the year deliciously.
Make your Christmas dining that little bit more special with our cheese trolley, bringing a selection of British cheeses straight to your table.
The perfect finishing touch to a festive feast — because at Riverstation, it’s the little extras that make the occasion.
The best festive celebrations often begin at the bar. Discover expertly crafted cocktails, sparkling serves and seasonal favourites, all designed to complement long lunches, celebratory dinners and memorable evenings by Bristol Harbour.
Spend Christmas Day 2026 overlooking Bristol Harbour while our chefs take care of the cooking. Gather family and friends for a beautifully prepared festive menu, carefully selected wines and relaxed waterfront dining.
Our Christmas Day menu is £125 per person, with a dedicated Young’sters menu available for £70. Full payment is required in advance, and menu choices and dietary requirements must be submitted by 1 December.
One of the most magical nights of the year deserves an equally special setting. Join us for exceptional dining, great wine and a sparkling atmosphere as we count down to 2027 overlooking Bristol Harbour. Availability is limited, so secure your table early.
From leisurely lunches by the harbour to unforgettable dinners and celebratory drinks, a Riverstation gift voucher is the perfect way to treat someone special this Christmas.
Thoughtful, flexible and always appreciated, it’s a gift that creates memories long after the wrapping paper has been cleared away.
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Just a ten-minute stroll (or festive stumble) from Riverstation, Hort’s Townhouse awaits with beautifully renovated, Art Deco-inspired bedrooms, cosy comforts and a little boutique luxury. Perfect for those who fancy turning their Christmas party in Bristol into a rather lovely overnight stay.
Yes. Deposits are required but are redeemable against your bill on the day of your booking.
For Christmas parties, a deposit of £10 per person is required. Christmas Day bookings require full payment in advance.
Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions for further information.
The quickest and easiest option is for us to send you a secure payment link so you can pay online.
If you prefer, you can also pay in cash at Riverstation. If you require an invoice, confirmed and cleared funds must be received at least two weeks before your booking.
Yes. All festive food must be pre-ordered for Christmas group bookings.
Festive menu pre-orders are normally required at least 14 days before your booking. Christmas Day menu selections and dietary requirements must be submitted by 1 December.
The team will confirm your exact deadline when you make your booking.
For Christmas 2026, Riverstation offers a three-course festive menu, a festive menu for younger guests, a dedicated Christmas Day menu, a Christmas Day Young’sters menu and a selection of festive drinks.
The three-course festive menu is currently £48 per person, with the Young’sters festive menu at £28 per person.
Please check the latest menus and prices when booking.
Yes. Our festive menus include vegetarian and vegan choices, and the team can help with a range of dietary requirements and food allergies.
Please provide all dietary information when booking. For Christmas Day, dietary requirements must be submitted by 1 December.
Yes. Riverstation has dedicated Young’sters menus for both festive bookings and Christmas Day.
Our three-course Young’sters festive menu is £28 per person, while our dedicated Christmas Day Young’sters menu is £70 per person.
Please check the latest menus and prices when booking.
Yes, our Christmas bookings are made by submitting a booking enquiry. Please complete the booking
process on the website as usual (by clicking ‘Book Now’ ) to submit your enquiry, and our team will
respond ASAP to confirm. If we don’t have availability on your chosen date or time, we will happily
suggest an alternative time we can accommodate you.
Absolutely. Riverstation can host office Christmas parties, company lunches, private dinners and festive drinks.
From smaller groups looking for their own table or area to larger private celebrations, our team can help you find the right setup across our Private Dining Room, Pontoon Bar and Restaurant.
Yes. From smaller private dinners to larger office Christmas parties and corporate celebrations, we have a range of spaces to suit your plans.
Our Private Dining Room on the first floor is ideal for smaller celebrations, while our first-floor Restaurant can accommodate larger groups, with options to book a dedicated area or discuss exclusive use of the whole floor.
Downstairs, our Pontoon Bar, opening directly onto Bristol Harbour, is perfect for more relaxed Christmas parties, festive drinks and larger gatherings.
Speak to Sophie and our bookings team about your plans and they’ll help you find the right space, setup and festive package for your group.
Yes. Spend Christmas Day with us at Riverstation, overlooking Bristol Harbour while our chefs take care of the cooking, and the washing up.
Our Christmas Day menu is £125 per person, with a dedicated Young’sters Christmas Day menu for £70, so the whole family can join us for a proper festive celebration by the water.
Christmas Day bookings require full payment in advance, with menu choices and dietary requirements submitted by 1 December. Availability is limited, so we recommend booking early.
Yes. Christmas Day menu choices and dietary requirements must be submitted by 1 December, and Christmas Day bookings require full payment in advance.
Our team will be in touch ahead of your visit to make sure everything is arranged for the day.
Absolutely. We have a dedicated Young’sters Christmas Day menu for £70 per child, so younger guests can enjoy their own festive feast alongside the grown-ups.
Riverstation is open from 12pm until 6pm on Christmas Day, with our last Christmas Day dining booking at 3:30pm.
Join us for a relaxed Christmas Day by Bristol Harbour and let our team take care of everything while you enjoy the celebrations.
Riverstation is located on The Grove, between Bristol Temple Meads and Millennium Square, with convenient access to Bristol city centre and the harbourside.
Taxis can also be arranged for onward journeys, and Bristol Ferries can stop at Riverstation’s pontoon on request.
Yes. The Grove car park is just a short walk from Riverstation on Bristol Harbourside. It’s a pay-and-display car park, with payment available via the RingGo app.
Parking availability and charges may vary, so we recommend checking the latest information before travelling.