Book Christmas Breaks in the New Forest
Escape to the New Forest this Christmas and make the festive season one to remember. From twinkling lights in New Forest village high streets to festive feasts in cosy pubs and magical moments in nature, the New Forest is a wonderfully peaceful and heart-warming place to celebrate Christmas.
Whether you're looking for a winter family getaway, a romantic retreat, or some well-earned rest before the New Year, there's a perfect place to stay and plenty to experience right here in the New Forest.
Stay in Christmas comfort
The New Forest is home to an incredible variety of places to stay - each with its own charm, and many decked out with festive decor to make your break feel truly special.
Cosy hotels offer roaring fires, indulgent dining, and even pampering spa treatments. Think luxury without the fuss - perfect for couples or family breaks.
Self-catering cottages provide that home-away-from-home feeling with space to relax, cook a festive feast, and perhaps even hang your stockings by the chimney.
Bed & Breakfasts are ideal for a friendly, relaxed atmosphere with hearty breakfasts to fuel your winter walks.
Holiday parks are a great choice for families, with spacious lodges and kid-friendly amenities - and many parks run their own seasonal events or offer decorated cabins for extra festive fun.
Glamping and camping aren't just for summer - for the adventurous, you’ll find unique stays like shepherd's huts, yurts and forest cabins complete with log burners and fairy lights, ideal for a rustic Christmas escape.
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Christmas attractions and days out
No festive break is complete without magical experiences - and the New Forest is full of them.
Enjoy the sparkling trails and twinkling trees at attractions like Marwell Zoo’s Christmas Light Trail and Sandy Balls Holiday Village’s Winter Wonderland Trail.
Visit attractions decked out with Christmas decorations such as Paultons Park, Beaulieu and Longdown Activity Farm, take the little ones to meet Father Christmas at a Santa’s Grotto, or book a festive steam train ride at Exbury Gardens.
For something unique, how about a festive paddle along the Beaulieu River in a canoe with New Forest Activities.
You’ll also find plenty of Christmas markets and fairs dotted across the towns and villages. Pick up handmade gifts, local crafts, and delicious seasonal treats while soaking in the warm atmosphere.
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Dine out in festive style
After a day exploring, step into the warmth of a cosy New Forest pub, café or restaurant and enjoy all the flavours of the festive season.
Whether you’re planning a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, or a cosy lunch with friends by the fire, you’ll find plenty of warm welcomes and winter menus filled with locally sourced ingredients.
Many places offer special Christmas and Boxing Day meals, or a chance to toast the season with a mulled wine or festive cocktail.
Explore the magical New Forest
Of course, one of the most magical parts of a Christmas break here is the New Forest itself.
Wander ancient woodlands bathed in low winter light, spot free-roaming ponies, donkeys, and even pigs in the frost-covered landscape, and breathe in the fresh, crisp air.
Quiet trails, peaceful coastlines, and picture-perfect villages await - perfect for a post-dinner stroll or a Boxing Day bike ride.
Make this Christmas one to remember
Whether you’re here for a few days or a festive week away, a Christmas break in the New Forest is all about slowing down, spending time with loved ones and making new memories.
With places to stay to suit every group, plenty of festive days out, and a magical landscape just waiting to be explored, now is the perfect time to book your Christmas break in the New Forest.
