Twixmas and New Year's in the Cotswolds: No better place to be
As the festive buzz of Christmas winds down, there’s a special kind of magic that lingers in the days between Christmas and New Year's – a time affectionately known as Twixmas. It’s the perfect opportunity to unwind, recharge, and savour the simple pleasures of winter in the heart of the Cotswolds. Picture this: crisp, bracing countryside walks across rolling hills and charming villages, the scent of wood burners drifting from cosy cottages, and the glow of crackling fireplaces offering warmth after a day of outdoor adventure.
The Cotswolds are made for this time of year. With its picture-perfect stone cottages, inviting pubs, and renowned culinary scene, there’s no better place to indulge in hearty, comforting food – whether it’s a local ale or gin and tonic by the fire or a festive afternoon tea. Whether you're seeking quiet reflection or wintertime fun, the Cotswolds offer the ideal setting for celebrating the final days of the year.
Bridge the gap between Christmas and New Year in the most relaxing yet indulgent way possible.
Enjoy long lie ins, afternoons in the spa and peaceful walks in our grounds. Whatever it is you fancy doing, you can do it here at Ellenborough Park. Escaping to the Cotswolds will give you plenty of opportunity to relax and revitalise in time for the New Year celebrations.
Guests are invited to experience a wine & cheese tasting at 5pm on the 26th December, led by our passionate Head Sommelier.
New Years Eve at Wild Thyme and Honey
Welcome in the new year with friends and loved ones during a fun-filled celebration brimming with bonhomie, delicious food, superb wine, and a glass or two of bubbles at Wild Thyme & Honey.
New Year’s Eve at Wild Thyme & Honey
Supper Club
Be a part of Wild Thyme & Honeys’ first Supper Club as they kick off NYE celebrations with an intimate and warm 4 course culinary experience, toasting each time zone as midnight strikes around the world.
Evening Party
Get the party started with a complimentary sparkling cocktail on arrival (for both types of ticket holders) and show your skills (or luck) at our casino tables, have a dance with the DJ, toast some marshmallows at the fire place and release the confetti canons as the clock strikes midnight!
Tickets
£125pp includes Supper Club & Evening Party until 1am
£45 for Evening Party only from 9:30pm – 1am
New Years at The Slaughters Country Inn
New Year's Celebration: Two-Night Package
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year at this quintessential village inn tucked away in the picturesque Cotswold countryside. The evening commences with a Prosecco reception and a sumptuous six-course gala dinner before it gets into full swing with a disco and magnificent fireworks display at midnight.
Following a hearty breakfast, honour the great tradition of a bracing countryside walk on New Year’s Day, taking in the crisp Cotswolds air. Upon your return, enjoy a delicious three-course dinner complete with magic tricks.
New Year’s Eve, Studio 54 Manor Party at The Slaughters Manor House
Join The Slaughters Manor House for their New Year’s Eve house party! They invite you to step back in time to the glamorous era of Studio 54 and watch as their Pink Lounge transforms into a dazzling spectacle reminiscent of the iconic New York club scene. Immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of disco with shimmering disco balls and epic entertainment.
Either go the the whole hog and Indulge in delectable dining experiences across a two-day affair as you revel in the house party vibes. Or just don your party shoes for the evening and receive a cocktail & canapés on arrival, a party box and a glass of Champagne at Midnight.
Struggling for Twixmas inspo? GoCotswolds are doing some tours between Christmas and New Year, they have Cotswolds in a Day tours on December 27, 28, 29 and 30, and a Secret Cotswolds tour on December 28th.
And for anyone wishing to take both of these tours you can use this link here to book both together and save 10%!
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Cotswolds with Whatley Manor
Our New Year’s Eve gala dinner is a fabulously indulgent evening to see out the old year and ring in the new. Join us for reception drinks, Gusbourne English Sparkling Wine and canapés, before enjoying a sensational six course menu created by Ricki Weston with wines selected by our Sommelier to match each course. A perfect way to celebrate this special night.
After dinner there is time for dancing with our resident DJ, this will take us through to a toast at midnight, followed by a small fireworks display. New Year’s Eve at Whatley is suitably glamorous and a wonderful way to celebrate a new year in the Cotswolds.
Festive afternoon tea at Lucknam Park
Why not get festive in betwixt Christmas a New Year with Lucknam Park are serving a special afternoon tea menu alongside its crackling log fires. Highlights include mince pie scones accompanied by brandy butter; turkey finger sandwiches filled with bacon and sage and onion stuffing; and maroon macarons infused with mulled wine. Seasonal produce will also be spotlighted within the chestnut and pumpkin roll, and cranberry and cream cheese choux.
New Year at Calcot & Spa relaxed country house party with fine food, Champagne and excellent wines. Celebrate this time of year in Cotswold luxury.....relax at the spa, curl up by the fire, or explore the countryside. A 3 night package awaits - we look forward to welcoming in 2025 with you
The Painswick's New Year’s party has all the makings of a top-notch shindig, so join them and welcome 2025 in style! We’ll kick off the night with a celebratory Champagne and canape reception, followed by a sumptuous four-course feast. We’ll have a blackjack table in the lounge after dinner and the house is your dance floor to shimmy the night away to our DJ & Saxophone duo ready for the countdown to midnight! Enjoy a hangover breakfast the following morning, then take advantage of a spot of fresh Cotswold air... or kick back and laze around in our cosy lounges.
https://thepainswick.co.uk/festive/
Why not book a stunning treehouse in the Cotswolds to fill those days between Christmas and New Year? Spend some time imbetween all the chaos amidst the tree tops and in exquisite luxury.
Availability includes:
Lady's Slipper available 19th - 30th December
Camellia available 26th - 28th December
Kanna available 29th - 31st December
All Aboard for New Years Day Bus Rides
Nothing to do after the New Year Celebrations? Need to keep the children amused on New Years Day? Why not have a day out and ride some historic buses?
The Oxford Bus Museum will be holding a running Day from 10am until 4pm with frequent bus rides throughout the day which will give visitors the chance to experience what bus travel was like in the 1950's and 1960's.
Visitors will have access to the Bus Museum, the Morris Motors Museum and our Historic Cycle Collection. The café and shop will also be open.
New year’s eve family party at De Vere Cotswolds Water Park
Everyone’s welcome this New Year’s Eve at De Vere Cotswold Water Park’s spectacular family party. This exclusive, friendly event will see you and your loved ones into 2025 in the finest style; from the delicious food stalls to the games room to the children’s entertainment.