Lainston House Christmas 24

Christmas stays

Magical Christmas stays at Lainston House

There’s always something in the air at Lainston House.

Our historic Hampshire estate takes the traditional country house and sprinkles its own, one of a kind, magic dust over it. And no more is that true than at Christmas. You’ll feel it as soon as you arrive: the feeling that you and your loved ones are in for a festive experience like no other.

We’ll welcome you on arrival with freshly roasted chestnuts and mulled wine, then leave you to settle into your room and explore your new home for Christmas. Wander through our 63-acre grounds, marvel at our avenue of lime trees - the most striking feature within our grounds, take a peek at our kitchen garden or take part in some friendly competition with our board games.

It wouldn’t be Christmas without tables groaning with food and at Lainston House, you’re in for a real treat. Our brigade of chefs are waiting in the wings to deliver the best seasonal fare you’ve ever had the pleasure to encounter, and we’ve got plenty of classic and experimental festive tipples for you to try.

A traditional Christmas with a little unexpected Lainston House twist, we’ll make this festive season one to remember.

We pull out all the stops so no-one is left peeling the spuds or finding a way to fit the family round the table, letting everyone enjoy a well-deserved rest at this very special time of year.

T’was the night before Christmas

Today’s the day you arrive at Lainston House and the festivities really begin. Mulled wine and roasted chestnuts will be waiting for you in Lenny, our beloved van. And once you’ve checked in, we invite you to make yourselves at home by grabbing a slice of cake and a cup of tea and curling up in front of the fire.

Christmas Eve

Tuesday 24th December

From 2pm

Arrive from 2pm where we will welcome you with roasted chestnuts and mulled wine before getting settled into your room and relaxing in your new home for Christmas.

Don’t forget to stop at reception for a go on our Wheel of Delight, for a chance to spin and win!

3pm to 4pm

Tuck into some delicious cakes and a hot drink in The Drawing Room.

From 6pm

Join us for a Champagne drinks reception, complete with a performance from the Lainston House choir in The Dawley Barn.

From 7pm

Take your seat in The Avenue for a delicious fourcourse feast with wines to match. After dinner, curl up on a chair in The Drawing Room and relax.

If you’d like to attend midnight mass, transport will be arranged to take you to Winchester Cathedral or Sparsholt Church, in the local village for the Christmas Eve service.* On your return, we’ll welcome you back into the warmth of Lainston House with mulled wine and mince pies before you head off to bed.

*Booking in advance is required.

“It’s Christmaaaaaaaaaas!”

The big day is here! Wake up to the aroma of breakfast being served, and the promise of an exciting day ahead, where all details are taken care of.

We’ll be treating you to plenty of Champagne and festive treats throughout the day, as well as a four-course lunch with all the trimmings (including wine pairings and live music). Make the most of our 63-acre Hampshire estate and stroll through our grounds or sit down to a family board game in front of a roaring fire before digging into a light supper.

Christmas Day

Wednesday 25th December

8am to 10am

Start your morning off with breakfast and a glass of Buck’s Fizz while we put the finishing touches together for the day ahead.

12pm

Meet us in The Drawing Room for Champagne and canapés before the main event. A four-course Christmas lunch will be served with carefully selected wines in The Avenue, while you enjoy some live music.

You’ll probably want to rest after your lunch, so we highly recommend settling down to watch the King’s Speech with a slice of Christmas cake (there’s always room). Or if you’d like some fresh air, why not wrap up warm, and explore our extensive grounds?

7.30pm

Feeling peckish? A light buffet will be served outside The Avenue restaurant.

8pm

Create your very own cocktail with some insider tips and tricks from our mixologist.

Rum pum pum pum

Start the day with a nourishing full English breakfast served in The Avenue. After breakfast, don your hats and scarves for some country pursuits in our beautiful grounds, with the chance for plenty of warming hot chocolate breaks from our van Lenny, who will be making another appearance.

Don’t worry the celebrations aren’t over just yet as we’ll be finishing off Boxing Day with a fivecourse gala dinner and lots of dancing!

Boxing Day

Thursday 26th December

Wake up to breakfast in The Avenue or make the most of that comfortable bed with breakfast delivered to your door.

10.30am to 2pm

Let your competitive side come out with some country pursuits that can’t be missed.

From 12pm

When tummies start rumbling, a delicious buffet will be served outside The Avenue. You can even build your very own picnic box, roll out the picnic blanket and enjoy it on our grounds (or one of our lounges if you don’t fancy venturing outside). You will then have time to head back to your room and get ready for the evenings main event.

From 5.30pm

Join us for a glass of Champagne and some canapés in The Drawing Room.

From 6.30pm

Take your seat in The Dawley Barn for a five-course gala dinner paired perfectly with wines. All whilst enjoying the toe-tapping tunes of our Jazz duo.

So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen goodbye

Today’s the day we say goodbye. Enjoy one last breakfast before heading home with a lifetime of memories. There’s no need for the adventure to stop there, take a detour to explore the local City of Winchester.

Farewell

Friday 27th December

Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Three-night stay

Tuesday 24th —— Friday 27th December

Cosy

Smart

Plush

Plush with a view

Traditional Junior Suite

Four-poster Junior Suite

£2,280

£2,480

Family Junior Suite

Delft

£2,580

Loggia

Wolvesey

Hot Tub

£3,085

£3,295

£3,529

£3,659

£3,869

£4,089

£4,310

£4,520

£4,895

£5,160

£5,160

All rates include all meals, beverages and entertainment as detailed. Rates are based on double occupancy. Children prices and single supplement charges are available on request.

All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. Reservations are confirmed on receipt of 50% deposit for each room booked. The remaining balance of the account, including any add ons/supplements is required by Monday 2nd December 2024. Bookings made after this date are subject to full payment at time of booking. All dietary requirements must be advised at the time of itinerary completion.

Don’t want to leave so soon? Stay with us for a bit longer!

Extend your stay with 30% off our flexible bed and breakfast package.

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