Christmas and New Year Breaks at The Waterhead

Christmas Breaks at the Waterhead

The Lake District’s only four star town house hotel, provides the perfect location to enjoy a truly special Christmas. The interior is stylish and luxurious belonging firmly in the twenty-first century, but the exterior views are timeless.

Thursday 23rd December 2010

Following a warm welcome and glass of mulled wine on arrival, a Lakeland afternoon tea will be served in the Bay Bar and Lounge. This evening, Head chef Michael Wilson, and his brigade then welcome you with a champagne and canapé reception, with our resident musician playing you through a sumptuous four course dinner in the Bay Restaurant.

Christmas Eve - Friday 24th December 2010

Following breakfast, discover the delights of Ambleside with our all-new Treasure Hunt OR alternatively relax and unwind in our bar and lounge before enjoying another traditional afternoon tea. Mark Needham, General Manager, and his team then welcome you to the evening celebrations with a champagne and canapé reception, followed by a candlelit four course dinner, and ever-popular casino night. The local parish churches welcome the community and visitors alike for Midnight Mass, and a glass of mulled wine will await your return to the hotel.

Christmas Day - Saturday 25th December 2010

Father Christmas will greet you with presents and a glass of Bucks Fizz prior to a full Christmas breakfast, then enjoy a traditional Christmas morning walk, along with the equally traditional half-way glass of mulled wine! Our traditional four course Christmas Day lunch is then served with all the trimmings, followed by the Queen’s speech televised at 3pm in the Bay Bar.This evening we welcome the return of the South Lakes Handbell Ringers, followed by a light but sumptuous buffet supper.

Boxing Day - Sunday 26th December 2010

Brunch is served until late, followed by a complimentary cruise on Lake Windermere. For all food and drink enthusiasts, join Head Chef, Michael Wilson, this afternoon for our food and drink master class and demonstration. This evening’s three course dinner will feature Michael’s twist on some traditional British pub favourites, followed by The Waterhead Festive Pub Quiz with prizes.

Monday 27th December 2010

Following a final hearty Lakeland breakfast the team at The Waterhead will bid you farewell.

Tariff

Package Arrive Depart Room Type Price Per Person
4 Night 23rd December 27th December House From £635.00
3 Night 24th December 27th December House From £585.00
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Additional nights either side of the Christmas Package Dates from £66.00
Age Details Price Per Child
0-15 Years Unfortunately our Festive break is not appropriate for Under 15's N/A
15 Years and above Full Adult Price

All prices are based on 2 people sharing a House bedroom and are per person. Sole occupancy & room upgrade supplements apply and are available upon request.

Discounts

If there are three or more couples in your party, and you will be requiring a table of six or more for meals, then you may all be eligible for a discount. Please contact us for details.

Booking

To book your Christmas Break telephone 08458 504 503.
NB. Christmas & New Year Breaks cannot be booked online.

New Year Breaks at the Waterhead

Wednesday 29th December 2010

Arrive to experience the Lake District’s warmest welcome and a piping hot glass of home-made mulled wine. After settling in, join us for afternoon tea. Festive celebrations then commence with a champagne and canapé reception, followed by a sumptuous four course candlelit dinner to the sounds of our resident musician followed by parlour games in the Bay Lounge.

Thursday 30th December 2010

Following an invigorating Lakeland breakfast, the day is free for you to relax or have a stroll around Ambleside with our all-new Treasure Hunt, then return to enjoy traditional afternoon tea. Mark Needham, General Manager, and the team later welcome you to the evening’s celebrations, beginning with a cocktail and canapé reception, followed by a gourmet four course dinner in the Bay Restaurant and our ever popular Casino Night.

New Year’s Eve - Friday 31st December 2010

Enjoy your last breakfast of 2010 and before tonight’s celebrations, why not explore the local area with our festive Treasure Hunt or venture out into that superb scenery with a complimentary Windermere cruise? Followed by afternoon tea. The evening commences with a champagne and canapé reception and a six course gala dinner (black tie preferred, but not essential!). Our resident DJ will then raise the tempo and welcome in the New Year!

New Year’s Day – Saturday 1st January 2011

Relax and start 2011 with a well-earned lie-in. This morning we will serve a leisurely brunch until midday. For those of you wanting some fresh Lakeland air, there will be the traditional New Year’s Day walk. Back at The Waterhead, join Head Chef, Michael Wilson, this afternoon for our food and drink master class and demonstration. This evening’s three course dinner will feature Michael’s twist on some traditional British Pub favourites served in the Bay Restaurant followed by a Festive Pub Quiz.

Sunday 2nd January 2011

Sadly, all good things must come to an end, but why not stay another night at a specially reduced rate? If commitments do pull you away, then we will have to say our fond farewells after a final hearty Lakeland breakfast.

Tariff

Package Arrive Depart Room Type Price Per Person
4 Night 29th December 2nd January House From £595.00
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Additional nights either side of the New Year Package Dates from £88.00
Age Details Price Per Child
0-15 Years Unfortunately our Festive break is not appropriate for Under 15's N/A
15 Years and above Full Adult Price

All prices are based on 2 people sharing a House bedroom and are per person. Sole occupancy & room upgrade supplements apply and are available upon request.

Discounts

If there are three or more couples in your party, and you will be requiring a table of six or more for meals, then you may all be eligible for a 5% discount. Please contact us for details.

Booking

To book your New Year Break telephone 08458 504 503.
NB. Christmas & New Year Breaks cannot be booked online.

The Waterhead hotel

Bookings & more information

Please contact us by phone on:

08458 504 503

You can also find further contact details on our contact us page.