More families planning to dine out this Christmas with surge in bookings at East Kilbride hotel

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An East Kilbride hotel has reported a 'remarkable' rise in bookings for Christmas lunch, highlighting a growing trend of families seeking the magic of dining out this festive season.

Crutherland House Hotel & Spa, part of the Macdonald Hotels group, has more than 300 guests booked for its Family Christmas Day Lunch – more than 90 per cent of its capacity.

Its private dining rooms, where the East Kilbride hotel offers to 'Host the Roast' and take the stress out of festive feasts, are also fully booked.

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This year, guests at Crutherland House can look forward to an unforgettable Christmas dining experience.

The hotel’s festive menu features a selection of traditional dishes with a luxurious twist, including succulent roast turkey with all the trimmings and rich Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.

To enhance the celebration, diners will enjoy a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, a cosy festive atmosphere, and perhaps even a visit from Santa himself for younger guests.

The hotel’s elegant restaurant, adorned with twinkling fairy lights, garlands, and a stunning Christmas tree, provides the perfect setting for festive gatherings.

Whether it’s an intimate family celebration or a larger festive feast, Crutherland House offers a memorable way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Stuart Grant, general manager at Crutherland House, said: "This year, we’ve seen a real shift, with more families choosing to leave the cooking and cleaning to us and focus on enjoying quality time together.

"At Crutherland House, we will create a magical Christmas dining experience with exceptional food, festive cheer, and a warm welcome for all. Our bookings are up significantly, and excited to welcome so many guests who are trusting us to make their Christmas extra special.”

With tables filling fast, Crutherland House is encouraging early reservations to ensure a spot at their Christmas table.

The hotel is offering a host of additional Christmas activities, including festive afternoon teas and the sumptuous Merry Little Spa-mas package that will melt away any seasonal stresses.

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