Christmas Opening Times
Christmas Eve11am - 11pm
Christmas Day10.30am - 6pm
Boxing Day11am - 11pm
New Year's Eve11am - 1am
New Year's Day11am - 11pm
Christmas is better by the sea. Gather your favourite people at The Grove for festive food, winter tipples, cosy log fires and beautiful views across the River Exe.
From office Christmas parties and family celebrations to long-overdue festive catch-ups, our seasonal menus are made for sharing, feasting and making merry. Choose a cosy table in the pub or celebrate upstairs in our dining room with some of the best sea views in Exmouth.
Joining us for Christmas Day? Let our team take care of the roasting, basting and washing up while you relax, raise a glass and enjoy every moment.
Start the big day with a stroll along Exmouth seafront—or a brave sea swim—before joining us from 10:30am. Our heated garden will be ready with cosy blankets, hot water bottles, festive drinks and hearty bacon sandwiches.
Come hungry, bring your Christmas spirit and let us make it one to remember.
Our popular New Year’s Eve quiz is back, so gather your cleverest lot and prepare to battle it out before the clock strikes midnight.
Make a night of it with dinner and Head Chef Paul’s celebratory specials, then raise a glass and welcome 2027 by the sea.
Office dos, family gatherings, Christmas parties or the annual festive meet-up, whatever brings everyone together, celebrate it at The Grove.
Tuck into our three-course festive feast for £40 per person, with seasonal favourites including Devon crab & crayfish cocktail, traditional roast turkey with all the trimmings and apple, fig & chestnut crumble with bay leaf custard.
Or keep things relaxed with seasonal sharing boards, plenty of drinks and heaps of Christmas cheer, all by Exmouth seafront.
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Put your feet up while we handle the roasting, basting and washing up. All you need to do is eat, drink and be merry.
Get into the Christmas spirit with wreath-making workshops, carol singing, Christmas quizzes and plenty more festive fun at your favourite seaside pub.
From a three-course feast to a quiet couple of pints by the sea, treat someone special to something they’ll genuinely enjoy this Christmas.
Thursday 3rd December | 7pm | £50pp
Get into the festive spirit with a cosy evening of Christmas wreath making at The Grove.
Our expert host will guide you through creating your very own festive wreath, with everything you need provided on the night. Round up your friends, grab a festive tipple and enjoy a relaxed evening of Christmas creativity by Exmouth seafront.
You’ll leave with a beautiful handmade wreath, ready to take pride of place on your front door.
Tickets are £50 per person. Spaces are limited, so book your place and kick off the festive season with us.
We can pencil in your preferred date straight away. When you’re ready to confirm, we’ll ask for a deposit of £10 per person to secure your booking.
Deposits are fully refundable up to 14 days before your booking date and will be deducted from your final bill or, where applicable, your minimum spend.
BACS payments must be completed at least 10 working days before your event. Unfortunately, we can’t accept payment by cheque.
Yes, please submit everyone’s menu choices through our online pre-ordering system at least 14 days before your booking.
Changes can be made up to 10 working days beforehand, although earlier is always appreciated. If you need menus without calorie information, just ask our team.
Absolutely. Our festive menus include vegetarian and vegan choices, and we’ll do our best to accommodate allergies and other dietary requirements.
Please include full details with your pre-order so our kitchen team has plenty of time to prepare.
We don’t have an on-site car park, but there are several public car parks nearby, including Imperial Road and Estuary View. Exmouth Train Station is also just a short walk away—handy if everyone fancies a festive tipple. View Exmouth parking options
We certainly are. Families and little ones are warmly welcomed at The Grove, with children’s festive menus available for younger guests.
Please include children in your booking numbers and submit their menu choices with your group’s pre-order.
Absolutely. Four-legged family members are welcome too, so there’s no need for them to miss the festive fun.
Please let us know when booking if you’ll be bringing your dog, and we’ll help find the most suitable table.
Yes. Our upstairs dining room offers beautiful sea views and can accommodate up to 45 guests seated or 70 standing.
It’s perfect for office Christmas parties, festive drinks, family gatherings and sit-down feasts. Speak to our team and we’ll help shape the space, food and drinks around your celebration.
Absolutely. Join us for Christmas Day dining and let our team take care of the roasting, basting and washing up.
Bookings are essential and subject to availability. Full payment and a menu pre-order are required in advance, and our team will guide you through everything once your booking is confirmed.