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.
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
Nature by Night
See the forest in a whole new light! Uncover the night time secrets of the forest with our Forest Rangers, using UV torches to reveal the world of biofluoresence.
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.
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.
