Illustration of a holiday dinner scene (Christmas Lunch at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome)
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Christmas Lunch at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Guests dine in The Airmen’s Mess, the preserved Royal Flying Corps dining room featuring wooden furniture, parquet floors, uniforms on coat pegs, and a corner piano. Meals are cooked on site and feature two or three courses, including options such as roast turkey, pan-fried sea bass, or Mediterranean vegetable pie. Desserts include traditional Christmas pudding or cheesecake, followed by tea, coffee, and mince pies.

What to Expect

Dine inside the historic Airmen’s Mess of a World War One aerodrome.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome

Food & Drink

Choose two or three courses, with options including butternut squash soup, Brussels pâté, roast turkey, pan-fried sea bass, vegan Mediterranean vegetable pie, Christmas pudding or cheesecake, followed by tea, coffee and a mince pie; soft drinks are available to buy, or guests can bring their own wine.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Friends, families and groups who enjoy christmas dining in a historic setting

Vibe

Historic and festive

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome
Flambird's Chase, Chelmsford, CM3 6RJ
Chelmsford
CM3 6RJ

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Book your table in advance because places are limited and reservations are required for this lunch.
  • After booking, look out for the menu-choice email and confirm your selections before attending.
  • Bring your own wine if you want alcohol with lunch; soft drinks are available to purchase on site.
  • Arrive at 12:00, ahead of the 12:30 lunch service, so you are there for the scheduled start.
  • When confirming your menu by email, choose two or three courses and note the vegan Christmas pudding option.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Choose a two-course or three-course lunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book ahead?

Yes. Tables must be booked in advance, and numbers are limited.

What meal choices are available?

Choose two or three courses, with options including roast turkey, sea bass or a vegan Mediterranean vegetable pie.

Can I request a vegan meal?

Yes. The soup and Mediterranean vegetable pie are vegan, and a vegan option is available for the Christmas pudding.

Are drinks included with lunch?

Tea, coffee and a mince pie follow the meal. Soft drinks are available to purchase, or you may bring your own wine.

How long should I allow for lunch?

Allow about three hours for the lunch event.

Tags

food trucksfestive foodculinary delightsseasonal activitiesholiday traditioncommunity celebrationcharity eventhistorical interest

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Last Updated: Nov 2, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team