Christmas

Stir-up Sunday - 22nd November 2026

This is a much loved and ever popular day that marks the start of the festive season for all involved, Martin and his elves look forward to welcoming you

Stir-up Sunday | Christmas Pudding Workshop in West Sussex

Join us on the last Sunday before advent and make it a day for everyone in the family to take a turn at stirring the Christmas pudding, whilst making a wish. Group Executive Chef Martin Hadden will share the secrets of the perfect Christmas pudding before he guides you through the different steps of his classic recipe in a workshop.

Guests will need to bring their arm muscles for some vigorous stirring as the scents of Christmas waft around… orange and lemon, cinnamon, treacle and brandy. And whilst enjoying a well-earned and delicious roast, The Spread Eagles elves will carefully wrap and dress the puddings so that they are ready to be taken home to be cooked on Christmas Day.

Join us at 11am for a lunchtime workshop followed by a delicious two-course roast lunch at 12.30pm.

*If you would like to arrange a private Christmas pudding-making party (minimum 10 guests) please let us know

What's included?

  • Tea and coffee with home-made biscuits on arrival at 11am
  • Hands on Christmas pudding workshop
  • Delicious festive roast lunch with all the trimmings
  • Beautifully wrapped Christmas pudding to take home

£78

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Finer details

  • Please book early to avoid disappointment as space is limited and Stir-Up Sunday is an extremely popular event.
  • Children are welcome to join Stir-Up Sunday at £50 per child (16 to 3 years old).

Terms & conditions

Price is per person - please note spaces are strictly limited, please book early to avoid disappointment. Full pre-payment (non-refundable) at time of booking to confirm your space.

Please note HSH Spa & Dining Club membership discount does not apply for this event.

Alternative offers

Christmas Day Lunch in West Sussex | The Spread Eagle £168

Christmas Day lunch

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Let us do all the work and join us for a delicious four course Christmas day lunch in our stunning Jacobean Hall, including a selection of wine carefully paired with each course and all the festive trimmings.

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