Looking for a Christmas party venue in Hove with an intimate and cosy feel? Fourth and Church offers an atmospheric setting that lends itself well to smaller gatherings and relaxed festive celebrations. Independently run by Sam Pryor and Paul Morgan, the eatery has built a reputation as a neighbourhood favourite, combining restaurant, wine shop and deli into one characterful space.
For larger groups, the private dining room is the natural choice for festive dining. Centred around a single long banquet table, it creates a shared, communal experience that suits everything from Christmas dinners with friends to end of year team celebrations. During the winter months, Fourth and Church feels particularly inviting with dark green walls and warm lighting, giving it a cocooned, atmospheric feel.
Food is served as a series of sharing dishes, with set menus designed to showcase the kitchen’s seasonal, ingredient-led approach. While Christmas party menus at Fourth and Church are still under wraps, current offerings include set menus with a welcome drink on arrival and small dishes such as beetroot-cured salmon alongside confit squash or celeriac fondant, followed by larger plates such as Cumbria chicken with parsnip dal or cauliflower with macadamia dukkah and pomegranate. Desserts continue in the same vein, with hazelnut and orange polenta cake or pomegranate parfait and the option to add cheeses and flatbreads.
While the private room offers a quieter setting, the main restaurant brings a contrasting festive energy. It is small, lively and full of character, with fairy lights, bottles lining the walls and a buzzy atmosphere that carries through the season. The drinks list plays a central role, with an extensive wine selection, one of the largest sherry lists on the South Coast and a range of aperitifs, digestifs and low-alcohol options.