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Sprinkled among all this festivity will be Christmas presents, a Christmas film, a jigsaw or two and of course, the Queens Speech (Christmas at a luxury hotel is nothing if not traditional). On Christmas Day between 12-3pm traditional Christmas Dinner will be served in the Bybrook restaurant while therell be a light buffet on Christmas Day evening. A four-night Christmas package is available for 2,550 per person based on two sharing.What its like to stay at Manor HouseCheck the latest prices and read more reviews of Manor House on Tripadvisor, The hotel: Gorgeously cosy and charming boutique hotel in a beautiful little Cotswolds village, with Rosemary Verey gardens, spa and private cinema. Last year there was festive tea and cake followed by carols from the Newquay Town Band on Christmas Eve, before a Champagne reception and jazz-accompanied candlelit dinner.

(Heres my day-by-day account of my Christmas spent last year at Ockenden Manor in West Sussex to give you an idea what to expect.) Later theres Christmas cake and guests are encouraged to participate in Boringdon Halls Christmas Day tradition, the Call my Bluff wine game. 45 of the best hotels with swimming pools beat the heatwave! On Boxing Day wake to a Bloody Mary breakfast and spend the day exploring local attractions such as Warwick Castle and enjoy a sumptuous three-course dinner in The Dining Room with live music in the evening.Cost of Christmas 2021 at Mallory Court: From 649 per person for three nights based on two sharing, from 799 per person for four nights.What its like to stay at Mallory CourtCheck availability and read more reviews of Mallory Court on Tripadvisor, The Arden hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, The hotel: Located in the heart of historic Stratford-upon-Avon,Shakespeares birthplace, and directly opposite the world-renownedRoyal Shakespeare Company Theatres, The Arden Hotel, Stratford is a sophisticated 45-bedroom boutique hotel.The Christmas package: Enjoy afternoon tea on arrival, then relax and unwind before a welcome drink and a three-course dinner served in No44 Brasserie on The Waterside. The 106-bedroom hotel in 186 acre-estate is full of beautiful historic roomsand even boasts its own spa and chapel.The Christmas package: Ashdown Parks Christmas package starts with afternoon tea, champagne and canape reception with carols, a candlelit dinner in its Anderida restaurant, hot toddies and mince pies to welcome people returning from Midnight Mass. Full use of its award-winning spa and swimming pools throughout the stay.The cost of Christmas 2021 at The Spread Eagle: Three-night stay for two people from 945 based on two sharing.What its like to stay at The Spread Eagle MidhurstCheck prices and read more reviews of The Spread Eagle on Tripadvisor, The hotel:Five-star luxury hotel in Newquay withprivate self-catering cottages set on an exclusive clifftop overlooking Fistral beach. Relax in Beech Hills Lakeland spa on Boxing Day and finish off with a three-course dinner and jazz evening.Cost of the Christmas package 2021 at Beech Hill hotel: Ask hotel directly for pricesCheck availability at read more reviews of Beech Hill hotel on Tripadvisor, The hotel: Set in 375 acres of parkland, the original building dates from the 1800s, but over the years the 61-room luxury hotel has been extended to include a highly-rated 50,000 ft spa and three restaurants, two of which overlook its 18-hole Championship golf course.The Christmas package: Rockliffe Hall Christmas package includes all leisure facilities throughout the stay, plus festive food and drinks and Christmas games, activities and entertainment. Enjoy a full Scottish Christmas breakfast on Christmas Day morning, visit the local Ballantrae church for the Christmas service, or relax around the Christmas tree with family and friends and enjoy your Christmas gifts from Santa who will make an appearance. On the 27th its time for a fond farewell but not before one last Cotswold breakfast.Cost of Christmas 2021 at the Hare and Hounds: Prices for a three-night stay from 720 per person, based on two people sharing, single rooms available.What its like to stay in the Hare and Hounds TetburyCheck availability and read more reviews of the Hare and Hounds on Tripadvisor, The hotel: Like the Hare and Hounds above, the Bear of Rodborourgh near Stroud is part of Cotswolds Inns and Hotels and is a spacious 17th-century coaching inn on Minchinhampton Common, making it perfect for country walks in the Cotswolds.The Christmas package: Start off with full afternoon tea, before a glass of Champagne and four-course dinner in the evening. Theres crafts, reindeer making, games, carol singing and cake followed by dinner. Transport for Bath Abbey for Midnight Mass is also on offer, with a winter cocktail and mince pies awaiting guests on their return.

After breakfast on Boxing Day, sign up for the golf tournament or a guided walk, take part in a treasure hunt in the castle grounds while the afternoon enjoy ferret racing or nearest the pin golf competition, with hot chocolate and mulled wine. Theres a champagne breakfast on Christmas Day, followed by a five course Christmas lunch menu plus chef Michael Caines mums famous Christmas pudding, then on Boxing Day take a stroll around the grounds of Lympstone Manor or join a wine tour with tasting.Cost of Christmas 2021 at Lympstone Manor: Three nights from 950 per night based on two people sharing.Check prices and read more reviews of Lympstone Manor on Tripadvisor, The hotel: Five-star 16th century country manor house near Plymouth with an award-winning Gaia Spa with indoor swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, Finnish sauna, crystal salt steam room and alfresco hot tubs.The Christmas package: Arrive to a warm welcome and a glass of mulled wine before a history tour of this Elizabethan house. Theres the option of Midnight mass followed by mulled wine and home-made mince pies. Wake on Christmas Day to Airds Scottish breakfast and Bucks Fizz. On Boxing Day, enjoy a hearty breakfast before a day spent at leisure with plenty of tea and Christmas cake before a candlelit dinner in the evening. Complete the festive fun with a Boxing Day dinner dance, accompanied by entertainment from swing singer Matt Roberts and master magician Robbie Danson.The cost of a Christmas stay 2021 at Grosvenor Pulford: Two night stays from 320 per adult and three nights available for 439 per adult.Check availability and read more reviews of the Grosvenor Pulford hotel and spa on Tripadvisor, The hotel: One of Scotlands top gourmet destinations on the West Coast, named Luxury Scottish Hotel of the Year 2020.The Christmas package: Arrive to home-made seasonal cakes and tea. Christmas starts with possibly an HIIT fitness class, followed by more pampering in the spa, a four or six-course Christmas lunch with entertainment, then relaxing before a buffet dinner and Christmas quiz. On this final evening theres a three-course dinner with live acoustic music from a local artist.Cost of Christmas stay 2021 at The Swan, Southwold: The Swans Christmas Escape starts from 1,790, based on two adults sharing a room.What its like to stay at The Swan in SouthwoldCheck availability and read more reviews of The Swan, Southwold on Tripadvisor, The hotel: Set in one of Britains best seaside locations, the stylish 44-bedroom hotel is just a step away from the shingle beach with magnificent panoramic sea views to the front, while at the back it overlooks the river Alde and surrounding countryside. The day ends with cream tea, Champagne reception and Boxing Day black-tie dinner.Cost of the Christmas package at Lucknam Park for 2021: From 1,215 per room per night for the three-night package based on two sharing.What its like to stay at Lucknam ParkCheck availability and read more reviews of Lucknam Park on Tripadvisor, The hotel: A five star, 250-year old hotel in Baths stunning Royal Crescent in the heart of this beautiful city.The Christmas package: Arrive to mulled wine and festive afternoon tea in the Royal Crescents traditional drawing room or head straight for the spa or into Bath for some last-minute shopping. On Boxing Day, there is a host of Christmas activities to enjoy from cooking demonstrations to wine pairing, or walk off the Christmas treats in the Cotswold countryside.

The hotel where Meghan Markle spent the night before marrying Prince Harry is a Grade 1-listed stately home complete with antique furniture and a thoroughly modern spa and guests can expect a Christmas celebration worthy of Downton Abbey.The Christmas package: Christmas Eve starts with afternoon tea, mulled wine and mince pies followed by a champagne and canape reception with carol singers and by a three-course gourmet black tie dinner with wines, while theres a three-course Christmas lunch with wines on the big day itself. Wake to a Champagne breakfast and take in the festive atmosphere before enjoying a glass of Champagne and canaps and a magnificent seven-course Christmas Day lunch. On Boxing Day, breakfast and dinner are taken at leisure and once the winner of the treasure hunt is announced, the day is free to explore further afield.Cost of the Airds Christmas package 2021: From 710 per person for three nights. christmas and new year at pennyhill park hotel & the spa 2007. Get my free email with offers and updates! What its like to stay at Middlethorpe HallCheck availability and read more reviews of Middlethorpe Hall on Tripadvisor, Feversham Arms hotel and spa, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, The hotel: Luxury but modern hotel in the heart of the historic village of Helmsley, with an award-winning, spa, smart restaurant and great spa bedrooms overlooking the hotels central swimming pool and hot tub.The Christmas package: Arrive to a mini afternoon tea in the comfy lounge before a glass of fizz and evening meal in the Weathervane restaurant. Good tidings to all! The Queens Speech will be shown in the Drawing Room and Norton Lounge and theres a buffet in the evening. Christmas Day starts with a traditional Cotswold breakfast, then theres time for opening presents and relaxing. Breakfast on Christmas Day morning starts with Bucks Fizz, followed by a five-course Christmas Lunch and a glass of Champagne, the Queens Speech and a selection of board games to while away the afternoon before Christmas Day evening buffet. Explore Sherborne on Boxing Day or relax in the new hotel spa followed by another sumptuous dinner.Cost of Christmas 2021 at The Eastbury: From 1,443 for the three-night break based on two sharing.What its like to stay at The Eastbury SherborneCheck latest prices and read more reviews of The Eastbury on Tripadvisor, Alexandra hotel, Lyme Regis, Dorset Spend the afternoon in the spa if you wish, then pens at the ready for the Christmas quiz. On Christmas Day theres a five-course lunch with a glass of fizz and all the trimmings Father Christmas will be making an appearance with presents for the children. You will be looked after, pampered, indulged and thoroughly cosseted and while all this comes at a price, well, its only once a year after all. Theres also a gym, tennis courts and 120 acres of parkland with paths and cycling trails and several restaurants and bars.The Christmas package: Start the celebrations off with a welcome afternoon tea with carol singers or relax in the vast spa before Christmas Eve dinner in the Brasserie or Latymer restaurants. Heres my day-by-day account of my Christmas spent last year at Ockenden Manor in West Sussex to give you an idea what to expect. For Boxing Day there is mulled wine with marshmallows by the open fires, tea and home-made cake followed by a gala dinner. Christmas hotel breaks are special. Christmas Day theres a Champagne breakfast and festive lunch while on Boxing Day gather for Watergate Bays legendary family challenge.The cost of Christmas 2021 at Watergate Bay: From 984 per person based on two sharing, or from 1,116 with a sea view, including dinners, breakfast and Christmas activities.Check availability and read more reviews of Watergate Bay on Tripadvisor, The hotel:A stunning but welcoming grand historic hotel in the heart of Dartmoor. Christmas Day they enjoyed a full English breakfast and a six-course traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Owned by Adnams brewery, the hotel has great rooms, excellent food and drink and is less than a minutes walk from the Suffolk coast.The Christmas package: A team of butlers will greet guests arriving for The Swans three-night Christmas break with a mulled wine or hot chocolate and each room will have been beautifully decorated for the occasion. The hotel: Quintessential country house hotel with Michelin-starred restaurant, top spa and beautiful ornate gardens.The Christmas package: Four days of indulgence and celebration await guests at Whatley Manor starting with a bottle of chilled sparkling wine from the acclaimed Gusbourne estate in your room, afternoon tea with musical entertainment and then the Chefs Menu dining experience from two-Michelin-starred chef Niall Keating on 23rd December. Start your break on the 23rd December with a stroll along the beach, a dip in the pool or just get stuck into the mulled wine. A traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings is served from midday and the Queens Speech will be on in the hotels cinema before showing a host of classic Christmas films. Arrive on Christmas Eve and dive right into the Champneys spa. The day finishes with a five-course black tie dinner and musical entertainment in the Great Western Restaurant.Cost of Bovey Castles Christmas package 2021: From 900 per room per night for a three-night stay based on two sharing, single room also available.What its like to stay at Bovey CastleCheck prices and read more reviews of Bovey Castle on Tripadvisor, The hotel: A charming boutique hotel right on the coast at Babbacombe Bay and just a few miles from Torquay. So for example the rooms cost from 395 per night, including breakfast, mulled wine on arrival, Christmas Eve entertainment in the form of carol singers, welcome gift and gifts under the tree for dogs and children. For those who wish to stroll to the local church for Midnight Mass it is just a few minutes walk away return for hot chocolate and mince pies afterwards. I will never give away, trade or sell your email address. From the welcome glass of sloe gin to the excellent locally-sourced food, cosy spa and luxury beach suites, Cary Arms is a memorable place to stay.The Christmas package: Cary Arms is throwing a Christmas house party for its guests a three-night stay including cocktail parties, dinners and entertainment. Christmas Day arrives with a Champagne breakfast, then a five-course lunch and an afternoon relaxing over billiards before a evening buffet and Christmas quiz. Boxing Day activities include clay pigeon shooting, archery and treasure hunts and after a light Boxing Day lunch Glenapp harpist will play over the final three-course gourmet dinner.Cost of Christmas at Glenapp Castle in 2021: From 3,945 per room based on two sharing.Check availability and read more reviews of Glenapp Castle on Tripadvisor, The hotel: One of the top hotels in Scotland, the 850-acre Gleneagles estate offers an array of attractions that includes a five-star luxury hotel, three championship golf courses and an award-winning spa.The Christmas package: The hotel is offering a three-night Christmas break including all food and entertainment, including a Christmas Banquet. Boxing Day can be spent in its spa or enjoying a blustery walk along the bay and enjoying Cary Arms spectacular location, ending with dinner with live entertainment.Cost of Cary Arms Christmas package 2021: Starting from 1,970 for a double room based on two sharing, or splash out on a Beach Suite for 2,935.What its like to stay at Cary Arms and spa, DevonCheck prices and read more reviews of Cary Arms and spa on Tripadvisor, The hotel: A Grade 2-listed 21-bedroom Georgian manor house with 28 acres and Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines.The Christmas package: Arrive on Christmas Eve to mince pies and mulled wine and a festive brass band performance with carols.