Pre-Christmas UK breaks
Escape to a cosy cabin nestled away from the festive rush
December Festive Breaks
Rediscover that festive spark! Bring everyone together for the countdown to Christmas and experience the timeless magic of the forest in winter. Frosty walks with clear skies, hot chocolate around the log burner, nostalgic Christmas markets and that all important winter barbecue. The perfect pre-christmas break.
Featured pre-Christmas breaks
20 - 23 Dec 2024
Ardgartan Argyll prices from £395
Garwnant prices from £545
Deerpark prices from £495
Strathyre prices from £51516 - 20 Dec 2024
Garwnant prices from £335
Keldy prices from £315
Delamere Forest prices from £530
Forest of Dean prices from £390
Strathyre prices from £2959 - 13 Dec 2024
Garwnant prices from £325
Deerpark prices from £315
Delamere Forest prices from £350
Glentress Forest prices from £34513 - 16 Dec 2024
Deerpark prices from £395
Forest of Dean prices from £560
Garwnant prices from £585
Strathyre prices from £395
Don’t wait around to book – prices and availability are subject to change.
Prices correct as of 29/11/2024
Festive films
Escape to a cosy cabin with your very own hot tub
- 1-2 guests1 bedrooms
Golden Oak Hideaway
A romantic cabin for two, a perfect pre-Christmas break with your loved one before the rush of Christmas.
Hot tub
Log burner
Barbecue
- 1-8 guests1-4 bedrooms
Golden Oak
Spend time together surrounded by nature in our Golden Oak cabin. Fire up the barbecue on the decking or cosy up around the log burner.
Hot tub
Log burner
Barbecue
- 1-10 guests4-5 bedrooms
Golden Oak Treehouse
Whether you're seeking a restful place to reconnect or outdoor adventures to remember, the Golden Oak Treehouse provides an authentic forest experience.
Hot tub
Log burner
Barbecue
Ideas for extra special pre-Christmas breaks
Simply pre-book and we’ll do the rest
Explore the great outdoors
Escape the everyday with bracing forest walks, winter barbecues and cosy movie nights. Soak up the local atmosphere at Christmas markets as you ease into the holiday season.
Forest Ranger Activities
The winter forest is full of wonder, with endless discoveries from creepy crawlies to the birds above. Run, jump and splash through muddy adventures with your Forest Ranger, or explore on two wheels.
Dine-in at the Forest Retreat
The Forest Retreat is your on-location shop, eatery, bar, and reception desk rolled into one. Enjoy a family meal from our extensive menu including a children's menu.
Recommended extras & activities for your pre-Christmas getaway
Festive food & drink favourites
Limited time only
Experience winter across the UK
From snow capped mountains in Scotland to frosty meadows in Yorkshire, all of our 13 locations offer that picture-perfect winter backdrop. Be the first to stay in Glentress Forest near Edinburgh, which opened in November 2024.
Start planning your pre-Christmas break
Read our blog posts below to get inspired
10 reasons to visit Cornwall in winter
The best winter walks in Scotland
Together this twixmas
10 reasons to book a winter holiday
Winter in the forest
Top UK Christmas markets and events
Looking to spoil someone?
Get your Christmas gifting all wrapped up with our Forest Holidays gift vouchers
Whether it’s a whole holiday or little extras you want to treat them to, we’ve got you covered with easy gifting options.
