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Christmas & New Year

Christmas in the Lake District at the Bridge Hotel, Buttermere

This Christmas, escape to the Bridge Hotel, Buttermere for a relaxing Lake District Christmas break, where exceptional hospitality, delicious festive dining and breathtaking winter scenery create an unforgettable festive escape.

Nestled in the peaceful Buttermere Valley, our traditional country hotel is the perfect place to slow down, switch off and enjoy the simple pleasures of Christmas. Spend your days exploring spectacular winter landscapes before returning to roaring log fires, comfortable lounges and hearty home-cooked festive meals.

Designed for those seeking tranquillity rather than crowds, the Bridge Hotel offers a calm and restful Christmas with warm Cumbrian hospitality, cosy surroundings and time to truly reconnect with family, friends and nature.

If you’re looking for a peaceful Christmas hotel break in the Lake District, where relaxation comes naturally and every festive detail is taken care of, you’ll find it here.

No crowds. No rushing. Just peaceful surroundings, crackling fires, spectacular scenery and the simple joy of Christmas in the Lake District.

  • Your festive escape begins with a warm Lakeland welcome. Settle into your room, breathe in the fresh Cumbrian air and make yourself at home.  Enjoy a relaxing drink in the bar beside the fire, where conversation flows easily and time seems to slow.
  • As evening falls, savour a beautifully prepared three-course dinner celebrating the finest seasonal ingredients, classic favourites, and indulgent treats. Join us for an evening of delicious dining, with a choice of traditional and contemporary dishes prepared with care by our chefs.
  • After dinner unwind beside the crackling fire with complimentary tea and coffee. Relax in the cosy surrounds, soak up the festive atmosphere and savour the magic and the anticipation of Christmas morning.
  • Merry Christmas! Start your day with a leisurely breakfast, the perfect beginning to a magical Christmas in the Lakes.  Whether you’re planning an invigorating fell walk, a peaceful stroll along the lake, or simply relaxing in the comfort and tranquillity of the hotel, a hearty breakfast is the ideal way to begin your celebrations.
  • Before setting off, collect your specially prepared festive packed lunch from reception, crafted for you to enjoy wherever your Christmas adventure takes you
  • In the evening, join us for a festive gathering with sparkling bubbly and delicious canapés before the evening’s celebrations begin
  • Ease into Boxing Day with a hearty Cumbrian breakfast, or if the indulgence of Christmas Day still lingers, choose from our selection of lighter breakfast options
  • Spend the day entirely at your own pace. Relax in the comfort of the hotel or venture out to explore the breathtaking scenery of Buttermere Valley. 
  • Enjoy complimentary refreshments, including tea, coffee, mulled wine and traditional mince pies in the afternoon
  • Enjoy one final leisurely breakfast before beginning your journey home. Whether this is your first Christmas or one of many, we hope you leave feeling rested, refreshed and carrying some wonderful memories of time well spent.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the advertised package goes ahead exactly as intended, please be aware we are dependent on supplier reliability.

New Year Breaks in the Lake District at the Bridge Hotel, Buttermere

As one-year ends and another begins, escape to the Bridge Hotel, Buttermere for a peaceful New Year break in the Lake District, where comfort, fine dining and genuine Cumbrian hospitality take centre stage.

Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Buttermere Valley, our traditional country hotel is the perfect retreat for those seeking tranquillity, relaxation and a slower pace of life. Spend your days exploring the spectacular winter landscapes of the Lake District National Park, then return to roaring log fires, exceptional seasonal cuisine and cosy surroundings designed for complete relaxation.

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a couples’ getaway or simply looking to recharge after the festive season, the Bridge Hotel offers a calm and restorative New Year hotel break in Cumbria—far from the crowds and close to nature.

Start the year feeling refreshed, renewed and inspired. Discover the luxury of slowing down with a peaceful Lake District New Year getaway you’ll remember long after the celebrations have ended.

Fancy staying with us but prefer a Bed and Breakfast stay instead of the full package? We got this covered too and you are more than welcome to stay either one or two nights with us with breakfast included. You can check rates and availability by clicking here and selection your accommodation.

  • Begin your New Year escape with a warm Lakeland welcome as you arrive at the Bridge Hotel. Leave the outside world behind and settle into the comfort of our cosy surroundings.  Unwind beside the roaring log fire or relax in the bar with a sparkling glass or Prosecco as your celebration begins.
  • Before dinner, join us in the Resident’s Lounge for a selection of sparkling wine and beautifully crafted canapes. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, make new friends and embrace the relaxed atmosphere that makes New Year at the Bridge Hotel so special
  • As evening unfolds, indulge in an exquisite eight-course dinner, thoughtfully created by our talented chefs using the finest seasonal produce. Savour each course as we celebrate the closing moments of 2026.
  • As midnight approaches, raise a final glass of bubbly and welcome in 2027 in the timeless beauty of the Buttermere Valley – a truly memorable way to begin the year ahead.
  • Begin the year in the most indulgent way with a leisurely bubbly breakfast, the perfect start to a day of relaxation, reflection and new adventures.
  • The day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Embrace the beauty of the winter landscape with a walk around Buttermere, where crisp Lakeland air fills your lung and frost crunches beneath your boots as you take in the breathtaking scenery.  Alternatively settle into the comfort of the hotel, curl up with a good book and enjoy the simple pleasure of a peaceful afternoon in a cosy corner.
  • Before heading out, collect your complimentary packed lunch, thoughtfully prepared to accompany your winter wandering and make the most of your time exploring this spectacular corner of the Lake District
  • On your return, warm up beside the fire with homemade mince pies, freshly brewed tea and coffee and homemade mulled wine – an inviting afternoon treat to enjoy as you savour your New Year escape.
  • As evening falls, indulge in another exquisite eight-course dinner, expertly prepared using the finest seasonal ingredients and served in the warm, welcoming surroundings of our restaurant—the perfect way to round off a truly relaxing New Year’s Day.
  • For many today marks the end of their New Year getaway, but before your journey home begins, we invite you to enjoy one final leisurely breakfast with us.

There is no need to rush away – take your morning at a gentle pace, soak up the last moments of your Lakeland escape, and if you wish to linger a little longer, we would be delighted to welcome you for a relaxed lunch or a traditional afternoon tea.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the advertised package goes ahead exactly as intended, please be aware we are dependent on supplier reliability.

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