Christmas at The Nuthatch
Christmascocktailsand festivenights inMiddlesbrough
Christmas lights, award-winning cocktails and a warm welcome on Bedford Street. From a catch-up with friends to a festive night out, The Nuthatch is made for getting together at Christmas. Explore our seasonal offers, join us for Bottomless Christmas or plan a party with your favourite people.
Christmas get-togethers
Christmas Parties
Bring your team, clients or favourite people together for cocktails, British charcuterie and cheese at The Nuthatch. Planning a Christmas celebration? Tell us your preferred date and group size, and our team will help you explore the options.
Tables of 6–12 guests can be booked online with a £10 per person deposit, deducted from your bill on the day. For 13–16 guests, enquire below or call us on 01642 903035. For larger celebrations, enquire about exclusive hire for up to 40 seated guests, or 50 with a mix of seated and standing.
Before you enquire
Questions
Is there a deposit?
Tables of 6–12 guests booked online require a £10 per person deposit, deducted from your bill on the day. For other party arrangements, an advance deposit may be required depending on the date. Our team will discuss this with you when you enquire.
Is there a private hire fee?
Weekday exclusive hire (Sunday–Thursday) is £300. Friday and Saturday exclusive hire is £500 for the day, plus a minimum bar spend. Exclusive hire is the whole bar: up to 40 seated, or 50 with a mix of seated and standing.
What catering can you provide?
A reserved table includes cocktails from the menu and full table service. British charcuterie and cheese boards are £20 per guest. A custom cocktail menu is available for private parties on request.
Can you cater for dietary needs?
Vegetarian and gluten-free charcuterie and cheese boards are available. We cannot offer a vegan board, and we cannot guarantee a nut-free kitchen. Tell us about allergies when you enquire.
Is there a minimum spend?
Friday and Saturday exclusive hire can include a minimum bar spend. We’ll discuss this with you when you enquire.
What time does the party finish?
We’re open until late: from 5pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and from 3pm on Saturdays. Over Christmas, from 20 December to 3 January, we open from 3pm until close on each festive opening day (see the festive opening hours below). For exclusive hire, we’ll agree your start and finish times with you when you enquire.
Parties of any size
Tell us about your party
From a table with friends to exclusive hire of the whole bar, this form is for Christmas parties of any size. Share your preferred date and group size, and we’ll be in touch.
Event
Festive Cosy Club
£37 for a board and a bottle, on selected Thursdays and Sundays in December.
Thursday 3rd, 10th & 17th Dec, and Sunday 13th, 20th & 27th Dec
From 5pm
£37 — board and a bottle to share
Bottomless
Bottomless Christmas
That bit between Christmas and New Year? Plans sorted. Enjoy 90 minutes of bottomless drinks from our ten-drink festive menu, with a charcuterie and cheese board to share. Groups of up to 12 can book online, and larger groups are welcome to call us on 01642 903035.
26–30 December · £45 per guest
Sittings 3pm–8pm · last sitting 6:30pm
£10 per guest payable when booking, with the remaining £35 payable on the day. Please give 24 hours’ notice to cancel.
Event
New Year’s Eve
Celebrate NYE with cocktails, sharing boards and midnight Champagne. This evening is sold out.
Thursday 31 December 2026
From 9pm · Sold out
£50 per guest — sold out
Fully booked
View detailsPlan your visit
Seasonal opening hours
Festive hours from 20 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. Usual weekly hours still apply outside these dates.
Sunday 20 December
Open · 3pm until close
Monday 21 December
Closed
Tuesday 22 December
Open · 3pm until close
Wednesday 23 December
Open · 3pm until close
Thursday 24 December
Open · 3pm until close
Friday 25 December, Christmas Day
Closed
Saturday 26 December
Open · 3pm until close
Sunday 27 December
Open · 3pm until close
Monday 28 December
Open · 3pm until close
Tuesday 29 December
Open · 3pm until close
Wednesday 30 December
Open · 3pm until close
Thursday 31 December, New Year’s Eve
Ticketed · Sold out
Friday 1 January, New Year’s Day
Closed
Saturday 2 January
Open · 3pm until close
Sunday 3 January
Open · 3pm until close
A night to give
Gift vouchers
An e-gift card is an easy festive present — they never expire and can be topped up. Order online, or pick up a physical card when you visit.
Join us
Make a date this Christmas
A catch-up with friends, festive cocktails or a bigger celebration—make a date at The Nuthatch. Book a table or get in touch to plan your Christmas party.