Located in the heart of Kirkcudbright and nestled between rugged coastlines and dramatic heather-clad hills, The Selkirk Arms is the ideal base from which to explore the beautiful southwest coast of Scotland this winter.
After a day of exploring the beautiful scenery, relax in the cosy and welcoming Selkirk Arms to warm yourself up.
Beautifully located in the stunning Shibden Valley, the Shibden Mill Inn is an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding countryside. In the cooler months, the Inn’s open fires provide a warm welcome for visitors.
Enjoy winter season here by tucking into some delicious festive menus sure to tickle your tastebuds and fill you up after a wintery ramble.
The Bell Inn at Horndon on the Hill, Essex, offers a unique stay steeped in history and culture and a warming and friendly atmosphere. The Inn offers a perfect getaway, whether it’s to relax by the fire or take in the grounds at High House. There’s so much to do on the doorstep and the bustle of London is only 35 minutes away by train.
The crackling fires in the two proper pub rooms are the best way to get into the Christmas spirit as the night draws in.
Built as a coaching inn towards the end of the eighteenth century, the Blue Lion at East Witton has been welcoming travellers for hundreds of years as they journey through Wensleydale, North Yorkshire. The cosy, traditional bar, with its welcoming log fire and flag stone floor is a popular meeting place with locals and visitors alike, where an excellent choice of bar meals is complemented by the fine selection of hand-pulled beers.
The Boar’s Head is superbly located on the cobbled market square in the centre of the charming heritage listed village of Ripley. The inn is also situated only yards away from its very own Castle!
With some fantastic festive dining on offer, you are sure to enjoy a delicious meal whilst staying over the Christmas period.
Lying deep in the heart of the Cotswolds, The King’s Head Inn dates back to the 16th century when it was originally built as a cider house.
Cotswold stone walls, old oak beams and flagstone floors create a stunning interior, with the inglenook fireplace dominating one end of the bar. Open fires welcome you in the winter and create a warming and toasty atmosphere to spend a wintery evening.
Residents are welcome to fish for salmon, brown/sea trout and grayling, according to the season, on the Inn’s seven-mile stretch of the river. The surrounding countryside can also be explored on foot, bike or horseback; hampers and picnic lunches can be provided for guests planning a day’s outing.
The Hundred House is a charming, family run hotel at Norton, near Shifnal situated in rolling countryside close to Shropshire’s beautiful Severn Valley, just ten minutes’ drive from Ironbridge Gorge and its many museums.
Throughout, it is embellished with the lasting aroma of drying herbs and flowers grown in the Hotel’s own garden. Guests are welcome to browse the garden at their leisure and enjoy the variety of unusual roses, trees, herbaceous plants and the large working herb garden with over 100 varieties of herbs, providing seasonal supplies to the kitchen. The distinctive bar and restaurant feature mellow brick and stained glass with Jacobean wood panelling and cosy open log fires.
Stepping inside, the Inn effortlessly blends contemporary fittings and furnishings with the traditional period features. The charming bar is a popular watering hole for locals and residents with its polished wood ceiling, oak settle, old prints, carriage lamps and enormous dog grate.
Teesdale is a peaceful and beautiful northern dale that is perfect for nature lovers and walkers. From the doorstep of the Rose & Crown you can enjoy hikes over rugged moorland, riverside walks and cycling on quiet rural lanes perfect to blow those winter cobwebs away before settling in for the night in the cosy Inn.
Situated in the heart of England amongst the rolling countryside of the Peak District, The Peacock at Rowsley is a small luxury hotel offering the perfect base from which to explore the beautifully unspoilt scenery of Derbyshire and the nearby villages and towns.
The Peak District is a truly wonderful place to experience the festive season, with fantastic Christmas markets, beautiful displays and villages adorned in twinkling lights and dressed in seasonal splendour. Despite this year being slightly different to years gone by, The Peacock looks forward to welcoming you to enjoy the festive season in style.
The White Horse & Griffin is one of the most iconic and charismatic properties on the old East side of Whitby and it perfectly captures the heritage, ambience and essence of this much-loved coastal town.
Immerse yourself in the 13th-Century gothic splendour and roam the ruins of the beautiful Whitby Abbey, one of the most celebrated and iconic sights of North Yorkshire. Uncover years of history, amazing views and a packed events programme, just a short climb away from the picturesque centre of Whitby.
