Christmas parties at The Fable Yard

Near Loughborough, Leicestershire · Christmas 2026 · From £45 per person + VAT

Bring your team together for Christmas 2026 at The Fable Yard, a Christmas party venue on the Whatton House estate near Loughborough, Leicestershire. The Old Motorhouse and stretch-tented courtyard bring exposed brick, festive lighting and space for food, drinks and dancing.

Choose private venue hire for your company celebration or ask about shared party nights for smaller teams. Our events team will help you explore the right option for your guest numbers and preferred date.

Private parties: from £45 per person + VAT, mid-November to December 2026.
Shared party nights: 12 and 18 December, £65 per person + VAT.
Location: Whatton House estate near Loughborough, 5 minutes from the M1.

Christmas party packages for 2026

Shared Christmas party nights

12 and 18 December 2026

£65 per person + VAT · From 10 people
Your own reserved tables, a three-course Christmas dinner, sparkling wine or bottled beer on arrival, DJ and motorhouse dance floor.

Private parties: canapés and bowl food

£45 per person + VAT · 80–120 guests
Exclusive courtyard and motorhouse hire, canapés and bowl food, an arrival drink and professional DJ.

Private parties: plated dinner

£65 per person + VAT · Up to 160 guests
Exclusive courtyard and motorhouse hire, a three-course Christmas dinner, an arrival drink and professional DJ.

A dedicated event team supports every package. Bespoke private evenings are available on request.

Enjoy festive food by Wonderland Bar & Kitchen, with a choice of starters, mains and desserts for the plated dinner. Let our team know about dietary needs when booking.

View Christmas brochure (PDF) for the full menu and package details.

Private parties are available from mid-November through December 2026.

The Space, Dressed for Christmas

The Old Motorhouse and courtyard

Celebrate in The Old Motorhouse, with exposed brick, corrugated iron and wide sliding windows opening onto the courtyard. Festive lighting and the connected spaces give your team room to gather for food, drinks and dancing.

What's Included / Package Options

We take care of everything – from the first festoon light to the last dance of the night.

Included as Standard

Exclusive venue hire
Full festive theming and dressing
Heated venue throughout
Tables, chairs, linen
Full AV setup
Dedicated event manager on the day

Optional Add-ons

Gourmet festive menus via The Pantry (exclusive caterer) – formal dining, sharing platters, street food, hog roast & more
Drinks packages via Wonderland Bars – craft cocktails, fine wines, locally sourced beers, fully staffed bar
DJ, live band or carol singers
Festive photo experiences
Themed décor packages
Late licence
Access to additional Whatton House spaces

Make It Yours - Theming Options

The exposed brick, corrugated iron and festoon-lit courtyard give you an extraordinary base. Layer on the Christmas magic and the result is always spectacular.

THEME OPTIONS

Nordic Hygge – furs, candles, foliage, the full hygge fantasy
Après-Ski – industrial luxe meets alpine warmth
Gatsby Glitz – Art Deco glamour and Champagne towers in an unexpected setting
Classic Christmas – timeless warmth in an unexpected space
Bespoke – tell us your vision

"We had our Christmas party at Fable Yard and it was the best team celebration we've had in years. The space is unlike anything else - that industrial feel completely transformed with the Christmas dressing. The whole team was stunned when they walked in. Food and service were excellent. Cannot recommend highly enough."

Getting Here & Practical Info

Whatton House Estate, Loughborough LE12 5BG
Near Loughborough, Leicestershire
5 minutes from the M1 – easy access from across the Midlands
25 minutes from Leicester, Derby and Nottingham
Private estate parking available
Accommodation options – ask us

Plan your Christmas party at The Fable Yard

Tell us your preferred date, guest numbers and whether you would like a private party or a shared evening. Our events team will reply within 24 hours.

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