Private Hire

Make your event complete with our delicious catering options! We don’t just offer the perfect venue, we can provide mouth-watering food too. Explore our buffet menus below to find the ideal spread for your occasion. Enquire today or call us on 0115 9663612 to learn more.

The Unicorn Hotel

At The Unicorn Hotel we know a thing or two about making occasions unforgettable! From business meetings to birthday parties, wedding parties to christenings and everything in between, we will tailor our in pub areas and event packages to your perfect celebration or work event.
Our team is on hand to ensure your event sparkles!

Host Any

From joyful celebrations and intimate family gatherings, or business meetings and networking with a difference – we can help you make them happen at The Unicorn Hotel in Gunthorpe. Let’s work together to create a space and event that your guests will love and enjoy. Whether you require a table, private room or full venue hire, we can help make every moment special no matter how big or small.

Occasion

Utilise The Unicorn Hotel for any private events you're putting on by hiring our welcoming, versatile space. Get in touch for help in hosting any number of events.

The Unicorn Hotel in Gunthorpe Private Hire

This Christmas, gather your loved ones and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at The Unicorn Hotel in Gunthorpe.
Our chefs have crafted a delightful range of <a href="/christmas-day">Christmas Day</a>, <a href="/boxing-day">Boxing Day</a> and <a href="/festive-menu">Festive menus</a> including traditional roasts with all the trimmings to comforting classics and delightful desserts, all to make your celebrations truly special.
Let us take care of the detail while you relax and revel in the festive spirit. Secure your booking early and let us help you create magical memories!

Toast to the New Year at The Unicorn Hotel with celebrations surrounded by delicious food, flowing drinks and fun for all!  Why not extend your celebrations to New Year’s Day with a hearty family feast to make the most of the festive break.
Secure your seat today!

New Year's Celebrations

A Special

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For a limited time only, enjoy delicious dishes with a tasty 40% off main meals.* Simply enter your details below and we’ll email you an exclusive voucher code within 24 hours to use.
Your voucher can be used Monday to Sunday until Sunday 7th December 2025 during normal opening hours for tables of 8 people maximum.
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Following the success of last year’s commemorative glassware, we’re proud to bring it back—this time with a completely new design created by Royal Marine veteran, Colin Waite. Available from 2nd November at The Unicorn Hotel in Gunthorpe, this exclusive limited-edition glassware is a meaningful way to show your support during the Royal British Legion&#8217;s Poppy Appeal.
Choose from a half pint glass (£2.50) or a pint glass (£3.00)—a perfect keepsake to enjoy all year round. Each stylish glass is a lasting tribute to your support for the Armed Forces community.
100% of profits from every sale go to the Royal British Legion: £0.83 from each half pint glass, £1.19 from each pint glass.
These amounts are paid to Royal British Legion Trading Limited, which donates its taxable profits to the Royal British Legion (Charity No. 219279) and Poppyscotland (Scottish Charity No. SC014096).
Alongside the glassware, we’ll be hosting family-friendly events and fundraising activities throughout the period—bringing the community together to show appreciation and support.
Visit us to collect your glass and be part of something meaningful.

This year’s glassware features artwork by Colin Waite, a Royal Marine veteran whose journey brings deep meaning to this campaign. Colin joined the Royal Marines in 1977 and served on HMS Fearless during the Falklands War. He lost several comrades and has lived with survivor’s guilt and severe PTSD ever since.
Rediscovering his love of art gave Colin a new lease of life. His work includes portraits of Argentinian prisoners, former comrades, and casualties of the conflict. He has created 258 pieces—one for every British military member and the three Falkland Islanders who died during the war.
“The Royal British Legion has provided lots of practical support to me. They have been brilliant with me, it’s an honour to be able to give back and support the charity.” – Colin Waite
By choosing this year’s commemorative glass, you’re not only getting a meaningful keepsake—you’re supporting a veteran’s journey and helping others like him through the work of the Royal British Legion.

The Story Behind the Design

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