Shampan Welling has always been a bit of a local secret: the kind of place that loyal guests whisper about and visitors stumble upon with delight. Tucked away on The Green in Falconwood, this multi-award-winning Indian restaurant is exactly what you’d hope for in a Christmas party venue: warm, welcoming, and quietly impressive.
Throughout the year, Shampan Welling has earned a reputation for its thoughtful hospitality and full-flavoured, unpretentious Indian cooking. Come December, it turns up the festive charm with a dedicated Christmas menu that blends subcontinental flair with a seasonal twist. Whether you're organising a works do, a friends' catch-up, or a full-on family gathering, the team here knows exactly how to make the occasion feel special.
The festive set menu is as generous as it is joyful. Starters range from spicy and familiar (chicken tikka, seekh kebab) to seasonal favourites like a festive turkey parcel. Mains take a choose-your-own-adventure approach, with a variety of traditional curries on offer from comforting korma to fiery vindaloo alongside a special Turkey Makhani Surprise. Guests can pick their protein (including vegetarian options), then round it off with a choice of rice or naan, including favourites like garlic, keema, or sweet peshawari.
Desserts are no afterthought either. Think classic Christmas chocolate roulade, seasonal fruit cocktail or creamy gelato, all just indulgent enough without overdoing it. With a cosy interior and a well-stocked bar pouring fine wines, cocktails, beers and spirits, the atmosphere is equal parts celebratory and relaxed. For larger parties, the restaurant is happy to accommodate group bookings, offering the kind of friendly, flexible service that makes event planning feel surprisingly easy.
If you’re looking to skip the novelty hats and limp canapés in favour of something genuinely delicious, Shampan Welling’s Christmas party offering might just be your most flavourful festive move yet.