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Wednesday 9am - 3pm Thursday 9am - 3pm Friday 9am - 3pm Saturday 9am - 3pm Sunday 9am - 3pm

The Departure Lounge Cafe

Name: The Departure Lounge Cafe
Address: Basingstoke Road, Alton, GU344, GB
Telephone: +44142080111
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

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The Departure Lounge is a lovely café situated on the outskirts of Alton in Hampshire on the A339 to Basingstoke in beautiful countryside.
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We are also a Wedding venue creating very relaxed unique special days.

12/10/2026

We are filling quickly with Christmas party reservations but still have availability so just make contact and I will send some information.

08/10/2026

THE DEPARTURE LOUNGE CHRISTMAS MARKET & FAMILY FESTIVE DAY

Sunday 13th December 2026 | 10am – 3pm

CALLING ALL LOCAL CRAFTERS, MAKERS & SMALL BUSINESSES!

We’re excited to announce that The Departure Lounge will be hosting a Christmas Market & Family Festive Day this December, and we’re looking for talented local businesses to join us!

We want to create a wonderful festive atmosphere, bringing together local makers, independent businesses and families for a day of Christmas shopping, delicious food and festive fun.

STALLHOLDERS WANTED

We’re looking for a lovely variety of stalls, including:

* Handmade Christmas decorations and gifts
* Jewellery and accessories
* Candles, soaps and home fragrances
* Artwork, pottery and homeware
* Personalised gifts
* Artisan foods and festive treats
* Unique handmade crafts and creations

STALLS – £30

Each stall includes a 6ft table and chairs.

Spaces will be limited to ensure a good variety of exhibitors.

MORE THAN JUST A CHRISTMAS MARKET!

We’re planning a festive day out for the whole family, with:

* A wonderful selection of local craft stalls
* Festive food and Christmas treats
* Hot chocolate, mulled w**e and seasonal drinks
* Christmas music and a cosy festive atmosphere
* Children’s Christmas activities
* A possible special visit from Father Christmas

FREE ENTRY FOR VISITORS

Whether you’re looking for unique Christmas gifts, supporting local businesses or simply enjoying some festive family time, we’d love you to join us.

INTERESTED IN HAVING A STALL?

Please send us a private message with details of your business and a few photos of the products you sell.

Stall spaces will be confirmed once payment has been received.

The Departure Lounge Café & Venue
Basingstoke Road, Alton, GU34 4BH

Please share this post and tag any local crafters or small businesses who might like to be involved.

Let’s make it a wonderful festive day for our local community!

02/10/2026

We look forward to inviting the ‘All Italian car meet’ tomorrow morning from 10am. The Departure Lounge will be open from 9am serving breakfast so look forward to seeing everyone.

30/09/2026

Christmas Parties at The Departure Lounge, fully heated marquee, welcome drinks, festive sharing platters, DJ, fully staffed bar! This is all included in one ticket price. For more information contact Simon - [email protected]

27/09/2026

Good morning, there is a forecast of showers but we will be going ahead from 1pm, please have your £1 charitable donation at the gate. Everyone is welcome, pre 1990 vehicles in the show field.

24/09/2026

🎄✨ WE’VE CHANGED THE DATE… AND WE THINK YOU’LL LIKE THIS ONE! ✨🎄

We’ve listened to your feedback and our Christmas Party Night is moving to SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER! 🥂🎉

That means no work the next morning, no rushing home early and a much better excuse to stay for another drink and enjoy the dancing! 💃🕺

So, if the Thursday date was putting you off, this could be the Christmas night out you’ve been looking for.

Join us at The Departure Lounge for a proper festive Saturday night:

🥂 Welcome Prosecco
🍽️ Two-course festive sharing boards
🎧 DJ & dancing
🍸 Bar open throughout the evening
🍾 Table drinks available

£45 per guest
£400 for a table of up to 10

Perfect for work Christmas parties, clubs, teams and groups of friends — and you don’t need to fill a whole table to come along.

📅 NEW DATE: SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER

If you were interested before but couldn’t make the Thursday, drop us a message — we’d love to have you join us!

📞 Simon – 077344 25715
📧 [email protected]

Tag the people you’d like around your table this Christmas! 🎄🥂

21/09/2026

🚗 THE FINAL DEPARTURE CLASSICS OF THE SEASON! 🚗

Join us this Sunday 27th September from 1pm–4pm for one last afternoon of classic cars at The Departure Lounge.

🏁 Pre-1990 vehicles in the show field
💷 £1 donation on the gate in support of Duchenne UK
🔥 BBQ available
🍺 Bar open
🍦 Gelato ice cream
🎶 Music
🚘 Plenty of public parking

Whether you’re bringing along your pride and joy or just fancy coming down for a look around, we’d love to see a great turnout for our final show of the season.

📍 The Departure Lounge Café
Basingstoke Road, Alton, GU34 4BH

Please share and help us spread the word!

Alton Hampshire ClassicCarShow

20/09/2026

🎄 STILL NEED TO SORT YOUR CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT? 🎄

If you’re a local business, club, team or simply a group of friends, come and celebrate Christmas with us at The Departure Lounge.

Thursday 10th December

🥂 Welcome Prosecco
🍽️ Two-course festive sharing boards
🎧 DJ & dancing
🍸 Bar open throughout the evening
🍾 Table drinks available

£45 per person
or
£400 for a table of up to 10

You don’t need to book a full table — smaller groups are very welcome too.

We’re teaming up with A Bit of A Do Events & Catering to create a relaxed, festive evening in our marquee — good food, drinks, music and a chance to actually enjoy the Christmas party rather than organise it yourself!

📍 The Departure Lounge, Basingstoke Road, Alton, GU34 4BH

To book or enquire:
📞 Simon – 077344 25715
📧 [email protected]

📞 Kerrie – 07739100224
📧 [email protected]

Tag the person who normally gets lumbered with organising the Christmas party! 👇🎄

16/09/2026

Final show of the season, let’s make it a busy one!

13/09/2026

Christmas 2026! If you are part of a company, club or just a group of friends that want to celebrate the festive period, bookings are now available so don’t miss out!

Address

Basingstoke Road
Alton
GU344

Opening Hours

Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	9am - 3pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+44142080111

Website

http://www.thedepartureloungecafe.co.uk/

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