When is Boxing Day 2026? + Free Shellfish-Free Menu

Boxing Day 2026 falls on December 26, 2026 — 67 days to prepare

Starter Course

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Blinis with Dill

Warm little blinis with smoked salmon, lemony cream cheese, capers, and dill - Boxing Day brunch with fins, never shells.

Main Feast Piece

Turkey and Ham Pie with Bubble and Squeak

The day-after classic: turkey and ham pie under flaky pastry, bubble and squeak fried crisp in butter, pickled red cabbage alongside.

Sweet Confection

Sherry Trifle with Mincemeat and Brandy Butter

A grown-up trifle layered with boozy mincemeat, sherry sponge, custard, and cream, served with Christmas cake and brandy butter.

Accompanying Sides

Roasted Butternut and Goat Cheese Winter Salad

Cubes of caramelised roasted butternut tossed with creamy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and peppery rocket under a balsamic glaze - the cold, bright corner of the Boxing Day table.

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