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Festive Escapes Make this your most relaxing Christmas Winter walks, festive feasts and wonderful company in our HF Country Houses and overseas
Winter Walking
Welcoming Country Houses
Celebrate Together
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Christmas feels better when shared
While Christmas and New Year may still feel some way off, our most popular festive breaks are already filling fast. Leave the shopping lists, cooking and washing up to us. From welcoming UK country houses hosting holidays before, during and after Christmas, to winter sun holidays in southern Europe. Everything is arranged so you can enjoy the walks, food, festivities and, most importantly, good company. Many guests return to us each Christmas and New Year, renewing friendships, revisiting favourite houses and making HF Holidays part of their own festive tradition. Whether you come back to somewhere familiar or try somewhere new, a warm welcome and a houseful of people to celebrate with will be waiting.
Make yourself at home for Christmas ✴ Pre-Christmas Special Interest breaks ✴ Christmas Guided Walking holidays ✴ Twixmas Guided Walking holidays ✴ New Year Guided Walking holidays ✴ Overseas Festive Guided Walking holidays
Start the celebrations early Pre-Christmas breaks with markets, crafts, music and winter walking in houses dressed for the season.
Lots of lovely friendly people, both staff and guests. Have booked to go again next year.” Mr Cable, HF Member, December 2025
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Make Christmas easy Wonderful walks, festive food and everything taken care of from arrival to departure for a relaxing stay.
Seek the sun overseas Head to southern Europe for expertly guided walks, quality hotels and special festive dining and celebrations.
Escape the in-between Twixmas breaks with fresh air, generous hospitality and a few restorative days between Christmas and New Year.
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OPEN
THROUGHOUT CHRISTMAS
Newfield Hall, Southern Yorkshire Dales (also pictured top right)
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A country house
Christmas 23-30 December 2026
At Christmas, our HF Country Houses become much more than places to stay. Fires glow, trees sparkle and lounges fill with conversation, laughter and the sound of guests settling in. From the first warm welcome, you can relax knowing that the decorating, cooking, entertaining and clearing away have all been done for you.
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Enjoy hearty breakfasts, winter days outdoors and festive afternoon treats when you return. In the evening, gather around shared dining tables for good food and conversation, then join in with quizzes and seasonal entertainment or find a quiet corner and simply unwind. Come with friends, family or on your own. The sociable HF Holidays atmosphere makes it easy to feel part of things, while leaving you free to enjoy the season in the way that suits you.
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✴ Traditional Christmas celebrations & entertainment* ✴ Houses dressed in full decoration ✴ Special 4-course meal on Christmas day ✴ Mulled wine, Christmas cake & mince pies each day ✴ No cooking, hosting or washing up!
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A wonderful Christmas, great walking in stunning scenery, lovely company, a cosy house, fabulous food and oodles of fun.” Ms Attwood, HF Member, December 2025
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CHOICE OF UP TO 3 DAILY
WALKS
Wintry walks
this Christmas Glen Coe
Wake up somewhere magical this Christmas Wake to a winter landscape and spend Christmas Day doing more of what you enjoy. Choose from guided walks, set out independently on a self-guided route, or simply relax and make the most of the house and grounds. 4 nts from £1,099pp | 7 nts from £1,449pp
Christmas Holiday Price per person per break, full-board 4 nights 23-27 Dec
HF Country House location
7 nights 23-30 Dec
Guided
Self-guided
Guided
Self-guided
Exmoor, Isle of Wight, Shropshire Hills, Brecon Beacons, Peak District, North York Moors, Western Yorkshire Dales, Southern Lake District & Scottish Highlands
£1,179
£1,099
£1,609
£1,449
South Downs
£1,179
–
£1,609
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–
–
£1,609
–
£1,199
£1,119
£1,639
£1,489
SOLD OUT
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SOLD OUT
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Southern Snowdonia (Solos holiday) Cornwall, Southern Yorkshire Dales (Gentle guided only), Northern Lake District & Northumberland Cotswolds
Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or double Classic room at HF Country Houses on a full-board basis. Single classic rooms are available at no additional cost for members and priced at £10 per person per night for non-Members. Members will also receive an extra £30 off. Room upgrades are also available, subject to availability & charges may apply. For full booking terms & conditions visit hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions.
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All 16 HF Country Houses are open for Guided and Self-guided walking holidays this Christmas. Here is a selection of your festive favourites:
Shropshire Hills Christmas Guided Walking Explore the winter landscapes of the Shropshire Hills on guided walks, then return to the warmth of our Grade II-listed country house in Church Stretton, with cosy lounges, festive food and good company waiting.
Northern Lake District Christmas Guided Walking Christmas brings extra magic to the Lake District. Stay beside Derwentwater and choose from winter walks through beautiful Lakeland scenery before returning to the comfort and festive atmosphere of Derwent Bank.
Southern Yorkshire Dales Christmas Gentle Guided Walking Spend Christmas at our grand country house in the Yorkshire Dales and enjoy a choice of walks to natural wonders like Malham Tarn, Janet’s Foss and Gordale Scar, all looking extra special under a crisp frost or a dusting of snow.
Walking by day, festive feasts by night We take care of the meals, festive treats and celebrations, giving you time to walk, talk, rest and enjoy being with others. On Christmas Day, come together for a celebratory four-course dinner with all the trimmings, without a saucepan or washing-up bowl in sight.
What’s included in your stay ✴ Full-board accommodation ✴ Cooked and continental breakfasts ✴ Generous packed lunches ✴ Choice of three guided walks (on guided holidays)
✴ Festive afternoon treats ✴ Christmas Day reception and dinner ✴ Seasonal activities and entertainment ✴ Plenty of friendly company
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Christmas Guided Walking Experience winter in Wales with guided walks through the Usk Valley and surrounding countryside. At the end of the day, Nythfa House offers a warm and welcoming place to celebrate.
Southern Snowdonia Christmas Guided Walking for Solos Share Christmas with fellow solo guests at our newly refurbished manor house in Eryri (Snowdonia). Enjoy a choice of two guided walks by day, then celebrate with a houseful of people brought together by a love of walking.
“The hotel had plenty of spaces to socialise around the lounge areas with a log burner adding to the festive vibe. A very nice first festive experience. Thank you HF.” Mrs McGhee, HF Member, December 2025
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Get into the
festive spirit!
FUN
BEFORE CHRISTMAS
York Minster
Festive experiences to start the season
Christmas Markets & Winter Walking in the North York Moors 3 nights from £459pp
Spend a day exploring York and its famous Christmas market and enjoy a guided tour of historic York Minster. Then, choose from walks along Whitby’s scenic coastline or a section of the Cleveland Way.
From late November, our country houses are transformed with sparkling trees, festive decorations, roaring fires and seasonal treats. Whether you’re exploring Christmas markets, making your own wreath, singing favourite carols or enjoying winter walks in the beautiful countryside, these pre-Christmas breaks capture the excitement of the season long before the big day arrives.
Christmas Markets & Winter Walking in the Peak District 3 nights from £459pp
Expect Christmas shopping, carol singers and yuletide treats on a visit to a very festive Chatsworth House before a choice of guided walks around Peak District highlights like the Dovedale Valley.
Best of all, everything is taken care of. Simply arrive, settle in and enjoy the festive atmosphere with like-minded guests.
Christmas Markets & Winter Walking in the Cotswolds 3 nights from £479pp Chatsworth House
See 300-year-old Blenheim Palace transformed into a winter wonderland lit up by twinkling lights and lavishly decorated rooms. Top it all with a choice of walks through Christmas-card-worthy Cotswolds scenery.
Christmas Markets & Winter Walking Price per person per break, full-board Holiday name
Nts Start date 3
Christmas Markets & Winter Walking
8
20 Nov 26 4 Dec 26
HF Country House Cotswolds
Price £479 £459
3
27 Nov 26
Peak District
£459
3
27 Nov 26
North York Moors
£459
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Learn, create and make merry Start feeling festive with breaks built around crafting your own Christmas decorations, singing your favourite carols, or playing folk songs, with expert tutors, all in the comfort of our HF Country Houses.
✴ HF Choir: Songs for Christmas ✴ Festive Knitting or Crochet & Walking ✴ Christmas Craft Weekend ✴ Festive Folk Jam
Christmas Craft Weekend in the Peak District & Shropshire Hills 3 nights from £539pp Join morning or afternoon craft sessions led by experienced local tutors. Learn how to make festive candles or your very own Christmas wreath, and between workshops, relax in country house comfort and enjoy self-guided walks.
“Lovely weekend with excellent teaching of wreath making. All seemed to enjoy the activities. There were people on their own and groups. All were included in whatever they wanted to do.” HF Member, December 2025
Festive Folk Jam in the Southern Yorkshire Dales
HF Choir: Songs for Christmas 4 nights from £539pp
Festive Knitting or Crochet in the Northern Lake District 3 nights from £569pp
Play an instrument? Led by expert tutors, this break is all about making music with fellow musicians in fun, relaxed sessions. Learn and play new music pieces and jam together surrounded by the beautiful Yorkshire Dales scenery.
Join fun singing sessions designed to boost confidence and spark some seasonal spirit. Led by an expert, our festive choir break is a celebration of timeless carols and modern classics suitable for both seasoned performers and first-timers alike.
Enjoy workshops in either crochet or knitting combined with easy guided walks around scenic Derwentwater. Ideal for beginners and experienced crafters alike, these workshops will help you create your own Christmas keepsake with expert guidance.
3 nights from £439pp
Festive Special Interest Price per person per break, full-board Holiday name
Nts Start date
HF Country House
Price
HF Choir: Songs for Christmas
4
23 Nov 26
Northern Lake District
£539
Festive Knitting & Walking
3
27 Nov 26
Northern Lake District
£569
Festive Crochet & Walking
3
27 Nov 26
Northern Lake District
£569
Christmas Craft Weekend
3
20 Nov 26
Shropshire Hills
£539
Christmas Craft Weekend
3
4 Dec 26
Peak District
£539
Festive Folk Jam
3
11 Dec 26
Southern Yorkshire Dales
£439
Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or double Classic room at HF Country Houses on a full-board basis. Single classic rooms are available at no additional cost for members and priced at £10 per person per night for non-Members. Members will also receive an extra £30 off. Room upgrades are also available, subject to availability & charges may apply. For full booking terms & conditions visit hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions.
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TWIXMAS THE PERFECT TIME TO ESCAPE
The days between become the best days Refresh before the new year 27-30 December 2026 Once Christmas Day is over, escape the leftovers and let someone else take care of you. A Twixmas break offers a welcome change of scene complemented by a choice of winter walks, full-board dining and a friendly houseful of like-minded guests. There is no hosting to do, no meals to plan and nowhere you need to rush. Simply breathe in the fresh air, enjoy some good company and relax. Then, return home refreshed and ready for the year ahead.
Newfield Hall, Southern Yorkshire Dales
Why choose a Twixmas break? ✴ Guided or self-guided winter walking ✴ Full-board country house stay ✴ A relaxed and sociable atmosphere ✴ No shopping, cooking or clearing away ✴ A restorative fresh-air break 10
Glen Coe, Scottish Highlands
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Spending time together with family was the perfect way to unwind after Christmas.” Mr Davis, HF Member, December 2025
Sennen Cove, Cornwall
3-NIGHT ESCAPE
Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District
From
£669pp ✴ 3 nights full board ✴ Choice of guided walks ✴ Sociable evening activities Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District
Twixmas Break Price per person per break, full-board HF Country House location
“Escape to Cornwall for invigorating walks, fresh sea air and the chance to begin the New Year on the right foot.” Paul, HF Leader, December 2025
3 nights 27-30 Dec Guided Walking
Self-guided Walking
Exmoor, Isle of Wight, Shropshire Hills, Brecon Beacons, Peak District, North York Moors, Western Yorkshire Dales, Southern Lake District & Scottish Highlands
£649
£539
South Downs
£649
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Cornwall, Southern Yorkshire Dales, Northern Lake District & Northumberland
£669
£559
Cotswolds
£669
–
Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or double Classic room at HF Country Houses on a full-board basis. Single classic rooms are available at no additional cost for members and priced at £10 per person per night for non-Members. Members will also receive an extra £30 off. Room upgrades are also available, subject to availability & charges may apply. For full booking terms & conditions visit hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions.
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Welcome 2027
in unforgettable company
Dance, laugh & welcome 2027 together 27 December 2026 - 3 January 2027 End the year in beautiful surroundings and begin the next among people who share your love of walking. Choose from guided winter walks each day, then return to afternoon treats, relaxed evenings and the anticipation of the celebration ahead. On New Year’s Eve, gather for a special dinner followed by live entertainment and a midnight toast. It’s a chance to celebrate properly, without organising the food, hosting a party or worrying about how everyone will get home.
All the fun, and none of the fuss ✴ Traditional New Year celebrations & entertainment*
✴ Houses dressed in full decoration ✴ Special 4-course meal on New Year’s Eve
✴ Mulled wine, Christmas cake & mince pies each day
✴ No cooking, hosting or washing up! 12
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New Year Guided Walking Holidays See in the New Year with wonderful winter walks, delicious food and the company of like-minded guests. Choose between three guided walks each day before returning to our welcoming HF Country Houses for afternoon treats, three-course evening meals and seasonal activities. On New Year’s Eve, gather for a celebratory dinner, live music and a midnight toast as the clock strikes twelve.
Southern Cornish coast
4 nights from £989pp | 7 nights from £1,319pp
Southern Yorkshire Dales Festive Discover More Tour 7 nights from £1,499pp
Celebrate Hogmanay amid Glen Coe’s dramatic winter landscapes. After a day’s walking, return to the warmth of Alltshellach for dinner, live entertainment and a memorable evening welcoming the New Year together.
Spend New Year sightseeing in the Yorkshire Dales. Head out on day trips to standout highlights including 18th-century Harewood House and a visit to the 900-year-old Skipton Castle all sprinkled with seasonal magic.
Hogmanay in the Scottish Highlands
Skipton Castle
New Year Break Price per person per break, full-board 7 nights 27 Dec 26 - 3 Jan 27
HF Country House location
4 nights 30 Dec 26 - 3 Jan 27
Guided
Self-guided
Guided
Self-guided
Exmoor, Isle of Wight, South Downs, Shropshire Hills, Brecon Beacons, Peak District, North York Moors, Western Yorkshire Dales & Southern Lake District
£1,429
£1,319
£1,059
£989
Southern Snowdonia (Solos holiday)
£1,429
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–
–
Scottish Highlands
£1,479
£1,319
£1,069
£989
Cornwall, Northern Lake District & Northumberland
£1,489
£1,359
£1,089
£1,009
Cotswolds
£1,489
–
£1,089
–
–
£1,359
£1,089
£1,009
£1,499
–
–
–
Southern Yorkshire Dales Southern Yorkshire Dales (Discover More Tour)
Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or double Classic room at HF Country Houses on a full-board basis. Single classic rooms are available at no additional cost for members and priced at £10 per person per night for non-Members. Members will also receive an extra £30 off. Room upgrades are also available, subject to availability & charges may apply. For full booking terms & conditions visit hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions.
“Great accommodation, excellent food and the unique HF vibe. If you are looking for an all-inclusive walking holiday in Cornwall, then this is it. And what a fantastic effort the staff made to celebrate New Year, complementing the St Ives fireworks and celebrations.” Mr Nutter, HF Member, January 2026
View of the New Year’s Eve fireworks in St Ives from Chy Morvah
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FESTIVE HOLIDAYS OVERSEAS
Swap winter chill for
winter sun
Spend Christmas & New Year with us overseas For a different kind of festive season, head for the milder climate and beautiful landscapes of southern Europe. Walk through the volcanic scenery of Gran Canaria, follow Madeira’s famous levadas, discover Malta’s history on foot or explore the coast and countryside of western Cyprus. With guided walks, comfortable hotel accommodation, flights and festive dining included, the important details are organised for you. Wherever you choose, you can look forward to rewarding days outdoors, warm hospitality and the company of fellow HF guests. 14
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Christmas in Limassol, Cyprus
Festive Walking in Madeira Stay at The Views Baía, an adults-only hotel with panoramic views over Funchal’s bay and leisure facilities. Enjoy guided walks in the mild winter sunshine and explore the palm-lined promenade decorated with sparkling Christmas lights.
Pico Ruivo
Festive Walking in Gran Canaria With world-class walking, beautiful mountains, and miles of coastline, the cooler temperatures provide the perfect conditions to enjoy some of Gran Canaria’s best walking trails. Plus there’s a formal dinner included on Christmas Day.
Fireworks display
Festive Walking in Malta “I enjoyed a Festive HF Holiday with three walks and one day of sightseeing at The Athena Beach Hotel, Paphos, with three friends over The New Year 2025/2026. The staff were excellent, the food exceptionally delicious, and dietary needs were well taken care of, and the Hotel was spotlessly clean as were the grounds.” Miss Brown, HF Member, January 2026
The Dingli Cliffs, Malta
Ponta de São Lourenço Nature Reserve, Madeira
With mild winters and more historic sights per square mile than any other country, this Mediterranean isle has plenty to please. Explore the capital of Valletta with its Christmas markets, and guided walks along dramatic coastlines and countryside.
Valletta
Festive Walking in Western Cyprus Spend a week in the sun over Christmas or New Year, including four days of guided walks and sightseeing, and a relaxing stay at the Athena Beach Hotel, all with the bonus of December sunshine, seasonal cheer and a special gala dinner.
Paphos Harbour
Overseas Festive Walking Holidays Price per person per break, half-board including return flights 7 nights
Holiday name
Start date
Festive Walking in Madeira
21 Dec 26
£2,149
Festive Walking in Gran Canaria
21 Dec 26
£2,199
Festive Walking in Malta
22 Dec 26
£1,729
22 Dec 26
£1,599
29 Dec 26
£1,499
Festive Walking in Western Cyprus
Guided Walking
Prices are per person based on two sharing a room (single occupancy supplements apply) on a half-board basis. Flight-inclusive holidays include return flights from London, hold baggage and airport transfers. Please call or check online for departure airports. For full booking terms & conditions visit hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions.
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Walk with us this winter Guided Walking breaks this November & December at HF Country Houses Enjoy crisp winter mornings and walk popular paths with fewer crowds, ideal for admiring frosty landscapes in peace. Choose from up to three daily guided walks, then return to the warmth of our country houses for hearty meals and relaxed, sociable evenings in good company. 2026 Dates HF Country House location 3 Nov 21 Nov 20 Nov 30 Nov
Chy Morvah, Cornwall Holnicote House, Exmoor
3 Nov 7 Nov
Freshwater Bay House, Isle of Wight
7 Nov
Nts
Price pp
Saving
4
£649
£499
£150
7
£1,049
£849
£200
7
£1,049
£749
£300
4
£589
£489
£100
4
£649
£549
£100
3
£519
£369
£150
7
£1,049
£849
£200
20 Nov
Abingworth Hall, South Downs
7
£1,049
£749
£300
7 Dec
Longmynd Hotel, Shropshire Hills
4
£589
£439
£150
27 Nov
Nythfa House, Brecon Beacons
7
£949
£649
£300
4
£649
£449
£200
4
£649
£449
£200
16 Nov 23 Nov
Peveril of the Peak, Peak District
3
£519
£419
£100
4
£649
£499
£150
4 Dec
7
£949
£799
£150
20 Nov
3
£519
£369
£150
6 Nov 16 Nov
27 Nov 6 Nov
Larpool Hall, North York Moors
Newfield Hall, Southern Yorkshire Dales Thorns Hall, Western Yorkshire Dales
13 Nov 13 Nov 27 Nov
Monk Coniston, Southern Lake District
7
£949
£649
£300
3
£519
£369
£150
3
£519
£369
£150
7
£1,049
£749
£300
3
£469
£329
£140
6 Nov
3
£519
£369
£150
4 Dec
7
£949
£649
£300
3
£519
£369
£150
7
£949
£649
£300
3
£519
£369
£150
6 Nov 4 Dec 20 Nov
Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District Nether Grange, Northumberland
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