Itinerary
Wednesday 23 December | Arrival & Festive Welcome
For those wishing to start the Christmas celebrations early, arrive this afternoon and enjoy a warm festive welcome from the hotel team. Take time to settle in and soak up the seasonal atmosphere before dinner this evening.
Dinner is served in the Arlington Restaurant from 6.30pm, accompanied by Christmas classics performed by Tamsin Ball.
Christmas Eve | Clovelly Visit & Festive Traditions
This morning, we enjoy a scenic coach excursion to the picturesque village of Clovelly, famous for its cobbled streets, charming harbour and timeless character. There will be free time to explore this unique, traffic-free village, browse the small independent shops and enjoy the festive atmosphere before returning to Ilfracombe.
After returning to the hotel, enjoy a traditional festive Afternoon Tea served in the Terrace Lounge between 2.00pm and 4.30pm. Festive competitions will also begin in the Tower Suite, adding to the seasonal fun.
From 6.00pm, gather in the foyer for a Classic Cuvée and canapés reception, accompanied by the delightful Barnstaple Ladies Town Choir, followed by dinner from 6.30pm.
Guests wishing to attend Midnight Mass are invited to advise reception, and details of local churches will be provided. On your return to the hotel, warm mulled wine and mince pies will be served.
Christmas Day | A Day of Celebration
Start Christmas Day with a traditional full English breakfast served from 7.30am to 9.30am.
At 11.15am, join fellow guests in the foyer for a Classic Cuvée reception before enjoying a traditional four-course Christmas lunch with all the trimmings.
Later, relax in the Terrace Lounge to watch The King’s Speech, accompanied by Christmas cake and tea.
This evening, enjoy the grand Imperial Christmas Buffet from 7.00pm, followed by a fun ‘Night at the Races’ from 9.00pm.
Boxing Day | Barnstaple Excursion, Wine & Casino Night
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast from 8.00am to 10.00am. This morning, we take an excursion to the nearby town of Barnstaple, where there will be free time to enjoy the Boxing Day sales and browse the town’s wide range of shops.
We return to the hotel mid-afternoon, where from 3.00pm you can relax and enjoy a wine tasting in the Tower Suite, accompanied by cheese and biscuits.
This evening, dress up for our glamorous “Casino Royale” cocktail night. After dinner, enjoy cocktails and join in the fun with Black Jack and Roulette, before the competition winners are announced later in the evening.
Sunday 27 December | Departure
After breakfast, we will return home with fond festive memories of our Christmas break.