Fantastic Festive Events at The Bucket & Spade this Christmas

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Bucket & Spade Café in Shaldon, with a host of festive live music events and an exciting and intriguing Christmas Murder Mystery evening to delight and entertain. A delicious Christmas Afternoon Tea will be also be available throughout December, perfect to share with a friend or a loved one, to celebrate this wonderful time of year.

Kicking off the festivities is a legendary night of storytelling, festive feasting and Yuletide mixology at the Christmas Murder Mystery evening on Friday 2nd December from 7pm (£50). Tickets include a glass of fizz on arrival, a mouth-watering four-course dinner and fantastical entertainment all night long! For maximum fun, opt for fancy dress.

Eat, drink and be merry at one of the many Christmas celebration live music events scheduled with some of the best musicians in the South West. Join the Bucket & Spade for a festive 3-course feast with incredible folk singer ‘Matt Sellers’ on Friday 16th December, for uplifting, melodic and soulful music join ‘Go Tell Alice’ on Saturday 17thDecember. The final event of the month is on Friday 23rd December with the ‘The Waves Collection’, an international, modular band who will play an eclectic mix of songs from the 1950’s to current popular hits, guaranteed to get you on the dance floor!  At £30 per person, these events are great value with gluten and vegan options available. Make sure you book tickets in advance by calling 01626 818450 or visit www.bucketandspade.com for further information.

Get into the festive spirit with a Christmas Afternoon Tea at the Bucket & Spade. Available Monday to Saturday 12-3pm throughout December, arrive with an empty tummy to indulge in a selection of tasty finger sandwiches, savoury or sweet fluffy scones and a trio of festive sweet treats served with a range of tea or freshly brewed coffee (£15.95 per person). Upgrade to a glass of prosecco for some added Christmas sparkle! (£19.95 per person) Gluten and vegan options are available.

Recently winning Gold in the Best Café category, and two Silvers in the Best Bar and Best Restaurant categories at the Food Drink Devon Awards, The Bucket & Spade is is a popular choice for locals and visitors to the area. With spectacular views across the Jurassic coastline, it’s renowned for its friendly service and locally sourced food.

Based at Coast View Holiday Park in Shaldon, The Bucket & Spade Cafe is open to on-site lodge owners and members of the public.  Open seven days a week, Coast View Holiday Park leisure members can enjoy the beautifully warm indoor swimming pool or if feeling a little more active use the state-of-the-art gymnasium to work up a sweat before dining in The Bucket & Spade Café.  New for this year is the ‘Be Well’ beauty treatment rooms for those who are in need of some pampering.