Christmas in the Cotswolds

Ever felt like escaping the hustle and bustle of Christmas?  Imagine it – kicking off your shoes, settling in for the festivities and letting someone else do all the work?  If that’s your idea of the perfect Christmas, the Cotswolds has it all with a whole host of fabulous places to stay……. 


StayCotswolds

If you’re thinking of escaping the hustle and bustle this Christmas StayCotswolds has some lovely properties that are perfect.   Snipe Barn has a large open-plan kitchen/dining area, 6 bedrooms offering flexible sleeping arrangements and lovely walks from the doorstep as well as plenty of space for a big family Christmas.  A range of properties are available over Christmas and New Year including cosy cottages with roaring fires.
www.staycotswold.com


Ellenborough Park

Ellenborough Park have Christmas wrapped up this year and is the perfect place to toast your toes by the fire with a hot chocolate or something stronger!  Enjoy festive afternoon teas, mulled wine, mince pies and fully immerse yourself in their Christmas wonderland.  2 or 3 night packages are available between Christmas Eve and Boxing Day which means you can enjoy Christmas without lifting a finger!  www.ellenboroughpark.com/christmas-collection.


The Lygon Arms

The newly refurbished Lygon Arms in Broadway are hosting a three night Christmas House Party from Christmas Eve to December 27th with festive-themed culinary delights such as a three course dinner with a magician and a champagne and canapé Christmas morning reception.  Or why not indulge in a ‘Festivi-Tea’ which includes a selection of sandwiches, warm scones, pastries, mince pies and delicious seasonal tasties between November 25th and December 23rdwww.lygonarmshotel.co.uk


The Killingworth Castle

Enjoy three night’s for the price of two at The Killingworth Castle – a fabulous Cotswolds foodie pub.  The Winter offer is available until the end of February 2018 and conditions apply but is the perfect place to base yourself for exploring beautiful Blenheim Palace which is at its most magical in the run up to Christmas.  Or get your Christmas shopping sorted in one fail swoop with a trip to nearby Bicester Village – now with even more outlets.  And your stay includes 10% off vouchers too!  www.thekillingworthcastle.com


The Kings Hotel in Chipping Campden

Get totally festive and treat yourself to some festive dining at the Kings Hotel in Chipping Campden  in December.  Their cosy bar and beautiful restaurant are decoratively dressed for the season, both with roaring fires, welcoming hospitality and fabulous food.  Menus are available for both lunch and dinner and you can make a real occasion of it by staying overnight in one of the gorgeous double rooms for only £95, including a full English breakfast.  www.kingscampden.co.uk


Eynsham Hall

Check into Eynsham Hall for a festive three night Christmas package from Christmas Eve to December 27th.  You’ll find roaring log fires, superb food and wine and a fabulous festive atmosphere in this grand country house.  www.eynshamhall.com


Mulberry Cottages

Mulberry Cottages have some lovely festive cottages available for the Christmas period.  Cerney House near Cirencester has five spacious bedrooms and a dog bed and is the ideal property for a festive weekend away with the whole family.  Or enjoy a romantic getaway for two at Jasper Cottage with its inglenook fireplace and log burner and take advantage of some Christmas shopping in nearby Cirencester or Tetbury.  www.mulberrycottages.com


The Three Ways House Hotel

From your arrival at The Threeways House Hotel on Christmas Eve to waving goodbye on December 27th, you’ll be looked after in cosy surroundings with log fires, champagne, canapés and carols by candlelight – as well as fabulous festive food.  Families are very welcome – in fact where else should you spend Christmas with your family than the Spotted Dick and Custard Room, complete with bunk beds?  This is the home of the pudding club after all!  www.threewayshousehotel.com

Saltridge Woods (Credit: Ken Long)