From the beginning of December until after New Year, every Scenic Stays Herefordshire property is beautifully decorated for the festive season, creating the perfect setting for winter weekends, family gatherings, Christmas celebrations and peaceful escapes between the festivities.
Outside, Herefordshire comes alive with Christmas markets, festive entertainment, seasonal food, twinkling lights and cosy country pubs, while inside you’ll find warm, welcoming spaces designed for spending time together and making memories long after the decorations have been packed away.
Many of our guests celebrate Christmas or New Year with us every other year, making a festive stay with us part of their own family traditions. We feel incredibly privileged to play a small part in those celebrations.
Whether you’re planning a romantic festive escape, a Christmas with family, a New Year gathering with friends or simply a relaxing break during December, you’ll discover a wonderfully festive side of Herefordshire.
From 1st December until after New Year, each of our properties is thoughtfully decorated for the festive season.
Twinkling lights, beautifully dressed Christmas trees and carefully chosen festive touches create a warm welcome from the moment you arrive, whether you’re visiting for a weekend in early December or celebrating Christmas itself. At our Bettws Court Retreats, each lodge has its own individually themed Christmas tree, inspired by the character and style of the lodge itself.
Many returning guests tell us that walking into a beautifully decorated property has become one of the moments they look forward to most each year, marking the start of another festive break with family and friends.
Christmas isn’t about having the biggest tree or the most presents. It’s about spending time together.
Sometimes the simplest moments become the traditions everyone remembers.
The festive season extends far beyond your accommodation.
Browse Hereford Christmas Markets and discover local food, gifts and artisan producers.
Explore Ross Christmas Market, with its independent shops and festive atmosphere.
Visit the renowned Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre, one of the country's largest Victorian-themed Christmas events.
Enjoy The Courtyard Hereford's Christmas pantomime, festive theatre productions, comedy and live entertainment.
Experience Malvern Winter Glow, combining festive lights, skating and seasonal entertainment.
Attend Christmas concerts, carol services or simply admire the beautiful decorations inside Hereford Cathedral.
Our Discover the Area section also includes festive markets, seasonal events, restaurants, cafés and winter attractions to help you make the most of your December stay.
Few things bring people together quite like food, and Herefordshire is one of England’s finest food and drink counties.
Whether you’re preparing Christmas lunch in your property’s fully equipped kitchen, booking a private chef, visiting festive farm shops or sampling seasonal menus at local restaurants and country pubs, you’ll find plenty to tempt you throughout December.
For larger celebrations, our spacious dining areas make it easy for everyone to gather around one table.
Our Property Services section features trusted local suppliers who can help make your festive stay even more memorable.
Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, an anniversary, a birthday or New Year, it’s easy to personalise your stay.
Yes. Every property is beautifully decorated from 1st December until after New Year, creating a warm and festive welcome throughout December.
Absolutely. Our properties provide generous dining spaces, well-equipped kitchens and welcoming social areas, making them ideal for family Christmas celebrations.
Yes. Supermarket deliveries are available at all of our properties. We recommend booking your festive delivery well in advance.
Yes. Our Property Services section includes trusted local chefs who can prepare everything from celebration meals to fully catered festive dining experiences.
Many restaurants and pubs offer festive menus during December, although opening hours vary over Christmas and New Year. We recommend booking early.
Penblaith Barn, Trevase Granary and Old Barn House are ideal for family Christmas gatherings, while Barn Owl Retreat, Peregrine Retreat and Kestrel Retreat provide peaceful festive escapes for couples.
Arrival dates and minimum stays vary from year to year depending on how the festive season falls. Our live availability always shows the latest options for each property, or you’re very welcome to contact us and we’ll be happy to help you choose the best dates for your festive break.
Yes. Our properties are available throughout the festive season, including Christmas and New Year. As these are some of our most popular dates, we recommend booking as early as possible.
Whether you’re gathering three generations around one table, celebrating with friends or escaping for a peaceful festive break, our collection of countryside properties provides the perfect setting for Christmas traditions old and new.
We’d love to welcome you and help you create memories that will become part of your own festive traditions.
