LITTLE GAERFIELDS AND TRE-VERN HOLIDAY BARNS – NEAR ROSS-ON-WYE If you need to get a big family together or want to meet as a group of friends over Christmas, these two luxury holiday barns are just the ticket. Easy to converge to from various parts of the country, they’re perfect for multi-generational breaks because they mix activity with relaxation and plenty of space. Sleeping up to 25 and 28 respectively, many rooms are en-suite and there is exclusive use of the indoor swimming pool.
FESTIVE FEELS Converted from original farm buildings, both properties have all the rustic charm with modern conveniences, so the huge Christmas trees in the double height areas are spectacular and the loooooonnng dining tables can seat everyone for your big feasts. Don’t want to cook? Choose from a whole list of catering professionals to suit your needs and make it a real party without the hassle.
www.upperfieldsfarm.co.uk
CASTLE HOUSE HOTEL – HEREFORD Hereford City’s boutique Regency hotel, with cathedral views, is perfectly placed for some Christmas shopping, especially late nights on Wednesdays from end of November. Individually designed rooms and suites, a roaring fire in the lounge and light bright garden room dining make this an elegant stay in Castle Street, overlooking the original Castle moat, now a pretty pool.
FESTIVE FEELS Lunch and Evening festive menus are available for groups, but couples and families can enjoy Christmas Day in style without needing numbers.
www.castlehse.co.uk
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THE ANGEL HOTEL – ABERGAVENNY A break at The Angel transports you to a world of luxury at this landmark property in the centre of Abergavenny. With 31 rooms plus an exclusive collection of satellite cottages (where the kitchens are fully stocked for artisan breakfasts and a complimentary taxi service will take you to dine at the hotel), Christmas features high on the hospitality agenda.
FESTIVE FEELS With the feel of an American Christmas movie, The Angel goes all out on full blown decorations, many crafted and themed especially for the hotel, making this a spectacle of its own. Thanksgiving on 28 November launches a whole programme of seasonal events and accompanying special menus. Glitzy and fun the Apres-Ski Bar opens for weekends on 30 November with a raucous party, followed by traditionally staged Fondue Nights during the week, featuring authentic delicacies. For a more elegant affair indulge in a Festive High Tea from 28 November delivering an array of exquisite seasonal cakes and pastries alongside dainty sandwiches and a splendidly curated list of teas from around the world.
From 29 November treat yourself to a three-course Festive Angel Menu in the Oak Room and Foxhunter Bar as well as a varying à la carte menu.
Visiting Santa at The Angel has become a family tradition. On Sundays 8 and 15 December pre-book a magical ride in Santa’s horse drawn sleigh through the streets of Abergavenny, departing from the front of the hotel, complete with glass of fizz for grown-ups and a hot chocolate for children.
www.angelabergavenny.com
Tudor Farmhouse
TUDOR FARMHOUSE HOTEL - FOREST OF DEAN Tucked in the picturesque village of Clearwell, Tudor Farmhouse is renowned for its rosette dining, luxury rooms and themed breaks, and the Christmas season allows them to be even more extravagent.
FESTIVE FEELS We love how each room has a little hint of Christmas in it. The Christmas festivities begin on Christmas Eve with a visit to the magical Clearwell Caves where you’ll discover the secret world beneath the Forest. Then back to the hotel for some warming mulled wine and homemade mince pies while listening to the sounds of their brass quartet before dinner.
What better way to start Christmas Day than with a sparkling Bucks Fizz breakfast, before enjoying a delicious traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. In the evening a light dinner is the perfect way to end the day.
Then enjoy a leisurely Boxing Day breakfast before leaving the hotel, and for those guests staying, why not wrap up warm and head out for a festive walk with resident hotel guide Geoff, returning in time for afternoon tea. In the evening indulge in a chilled Champagne and a 5-course tasting menu with entertainment.
www.tudorfarmhousehotel.co.uk
To find out all the Herefordshire Christmas events and entertainment look on
www.eatsleepliveherefordshire.co.uk
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