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Who Killed Father Christmas? A Murder Mystery Dinner

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
£65

Who Killed Father Christmas? A Murder Mystery Dinner

At Camberwick Toys, success sparkles on the surface. Profits are up, the crowds love Father Christmas – played by the ever-jolly John Grubb – and the company looks set for its best season yet. But behind the festive façade lies a tangled web of secrets, grudges, and betrayals.

Hugh Pugh despises his wife Phyllis, marrying her only to gain access to her family’s fortune. Catherine Dibble, the hardworking sales manager, hides a dangerous addiction and a relationship with local criminal Robin Banks. And Handyman Barney McGrew, a man with a violent history, is bitter over being passed over for the coveted Father Christmas role.

Tensions simmer. Resentments boil. And when John Grubb turns up dead, the toy shop becomes a crime scene. In this snow-globe world of greed, lust, and lies – any one of them could be a killer.

✨ Join us on Thursday 18th December from 7pm for a glittering night of murder, mystery, and merriment. Step into a world of festive secrets and seasonal suspense as our live actors weave a chilling tale of intrigue right before your eyes.

Your evening of yuletide thrills includes:

🎄 A sparkling Christmas cocktail on arrival to set the festive mood
🍽️ A sumptuous 5-course seasonal menu, crafted with holiday indulgence in mind
☕ Tea and coffee to close the evening – perfect for steadying your nerves…
🎭 Immersive live theatre with shocking twists, hidden motives, and suspects lurking behind every mince pie

The Christmas menu with theatre and welcome drinks costs £65, with a £20 per person deposit to secure your place. Your deposit will be deducted from your final bill.

✨ Dress to impress (festive glamour encouraged!) and prepare for a night where the laughter sparkles, the secrets simmer, and the murderer could be sitting right beside you…

Will you crack the case before the Christmas pudding is served?

📍 Limited seats available – reserve yours now and unwrap a night you’ll never forget!

Details

Date:
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Time:
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Cost:
£65
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.designmynight.com/uk/pubs/oxford/head-of-the-river/who-killed-father-christmas-a-murder-mystery-dinner?t=tickets

Venue

Head of the River
Folly Bridge
Oxford, OX1 4LB Oxford
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