Christmas at Crieff hills
Join us for a season of quiet moments and joyful celebrations.
Holiday Wreath Making
Join us in the schoolhouse to make a beautiful one-of-a-kind wreath using fresh greenery from the Crieff Hills property. Kelly of Botanica Green Florals will offer easy to follow instructions so that even complete beginners will create a gorgeous wreath. Plus you can enjoy tea, coffee and holiday sweets from our kitchen while you work. All materials are provided, and the facility is barrier-free.
Thursday November 28rd at 7pm
$75.00 per person.
To register contact Scott events@crieffhills.com or (519) 824-7898.
Christmas Market
Come for festive holiday shopping and find a range of hand-made items in our barrier-free schoolhouse, all from local vendors. Our own honey, maple syrup, seeds and special once-a year items will be available for sale, too. Be sure to set aside time to go for a walk to visit the animals or hike one of our wooded trails before or after you shop.
Sunday December 8 from 10 am to 2pm
For more information or vendor information contact Scott events@crieffhills.com or (519) 824-7898.
Advent Quiet Days in Dove House
The season of Advent invites us to pause before the excitement and celebration of Christmas. Embrace a gentle day of rest in historic Dove House where you will have the time and space to read, knit, nap or walk the trails. Each person will be given their own bedroom and access to the common areas of the house. A host will be present to welcome you and lunch is served at noon. Special diets can be accommodated if noted at the time of booking.
- Wednesday December 4
- Wednesday December 11
- Tuesday December 17
$40 (+HST) per person.
To register email events@crieffhills.com or call Scott (519) 824-7898.
Community Christmas Lunches
Bring your sweetie, some co-workers or a circle of friends to celebrate the season in our historic schoolhouse. Chef Matthew will prepare a special seasonal buffet with all the trimmings, plus beverages and holiday desserts. Sit together at our harvest tables and soak in the atmosphere with fresh greenery, holiday music and a farm fresh feast!
Tuesday December 10 at 12:30pm
Wednesday December 11 at 12:30pm
$43 (+HST) per person
To book your table call Scott 519 824 7898 or email events@crieffhills.com
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Assorted Bread & Rolls House Crafted Compound Butters
Cumin Scented Crieff Squash Soup, Garlic Crema
Charcuterie and Fine Cheeses, Crieff Apple Butter, House Pickles and Preserves
Sweet and Peppery Greens
Sunflower, Pickled Squash and Cranberry
5-Spice Braised Cabbage
Heirloom Carrot with Fine Herbs
Charred Onion, White Bean and Kale
Thyme Roast Potatoes
Whipped Potato with Crème Fraiche
Crieff Chicken with Sumac, Crieff Honey and Chili
Beef Striploin, English Mustard Jus
Dessert Station Featuring Holiday Cookies and Truffles, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Crieff Squash Panna Cotta, Profiteroles, Chocolate Star Anise Mousse
Historic Holiday On-Farm Dinner
Begin the evening at dusk (5:15 pm) and carry your lantern on a guided holiday walking tour.* Visit three of our historic buildings: the Prophet House log cabin (1845), the old barn (1840) and Dove House (1864). Each will be beautifully decorated for Christmas with greenery and flowers from our farm, with a few seasonal morsels along the way. The final stop is at 6:30 in the stone schoolhouse, where Chef Matthew will offer a festive 4-course holiday meal made with ingredients grown and foraged on our property.
Friday December 13th at 5:15pm. Dinner at 6:30 pm
$95 per person includes walking tour, snacks, four course plated meal and one glass of local wine or beer per person.
Tickets available through Eventbrite HERE
*Guests may choose to walk or drive their own vehicle to each location.
Christmas High Tea in Dove House
Savour the season in historic Dove House, sipping tea and sampling fresh Christmas goodies. This lovely old stone home will be decorated with seasonal greenery and dried flowers from the property, plus a fresh tree from Jingle Bill’s Christmas Tree Farm just down the road. Each person will enjoy a selection of loose leaf teas along with four sweet and four savory treats each, all prepared by Chef Matthew. Small tables are perfect for a mother-daughter day or a couples’ outing while larger tables make room for a family or friends gathering.
Sunday December 22 from 12pm-4pm
$40 per person and $20 for children 12 and under
To book your table call Scott 519 824 7898 or email events@crieffhills.com
Solstice Lantern Labyrinth Walk
Mark the longest night of the year with a quiet candlelight experience. When you arrive, you will be given a brief introduction to the labyrinth and a lantern to carry. Then follow the path lit by vintage kerosene lanterns up to the labyrinth for a meditative walk at your own pace. This is the perfect time to consider Advent themes of light and darkness, or mark the end of the old year and beginning of the new. Because it is all outdoors, be sure to dress for the weather. Sturdy footwear is also recommended.
Saturday December 21 from 5:00-7:00 pm
Parking in the large Conference Hall parking lot.
No registration required.
Suggested donation $10.00 per person, which can be offered through cash or e-transfer accounting[at]crieffhills.com