The Langdale Pikes across Lake Windermere
Christmas party in full swing in the Bay Restaurant
The Bay Cafe at Waterhead
The Bay Restaurant at Waterhead
A bedroom at Waterhead
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Christmas & New Year Breaks at the Waterhead

The Waterhead is the Lake District’s only four star townhouse hotel, and the perfect location to enjoy a truly special Christmas. The interior is stylish and luxurious belonging firmly in the twenty-first century, but the exterior views are timeless.

Christmas Breaks at Waterhead

The Waterhead is the Lake District’s only four star townhouse hotel, and the perfect location to enjoy a truly special Christmas. The interior is stylish and luxurious belonging firmly in the twenty-first century, but the exterior views are timeless with the Bay Restaurant, Bar and many of the 41 rooms looking out over a tranquil Lakeland setting with a backdrop of Wetherlam Fell and Coniston Old Man.

Friday 23rd December 2011

Following a warm welcome and glass of our ‘secret recipe’ homemade mulled wine on arrival, a traditional Lakeland afternoon tea will be served in our Bar and Lounge with stunning views over the Lake to the fells beyond. Suitably refreshed our head chef Andrew Caulfield and his brigade then welcome you to the evening celebrations with a champagne and canapé reception, with our resident musician playing you through a sumptuous four course dinner in the Bay Restaurant.

Christmas Eve - Saturday 24th December 2011

Following a hearty Lakeland breakfast, the day is free for you to discover, or to re-visit, the many treasures that the Lakes have to offer. Why not discover the delights of Ambleside with our all-new Treasure Hunt, buy that last minute Christmas present, or alternatively relax and unwind in our bar and lounge with a glass of your favourite tipple before enjoying another traditional afternoon tea.

Mark Needham, General Manager, and his team then welcome you to the evening celebrations with a champagne and canapé reception, followed by a candlelit four course dinner in the stylish surroundings of the Bay Restaurant. It’s then time for our ever-popular casino night, with blackjack, roulette and the new wheel of fortune game. The local parish churches welcome the community and visitors alike for midnight mass and a glass of mulled wine will await your return to the hotel.

Christmas Day - Sunday 25th December 2011

Our chimneys will be swept in anticipation of a seasonal visitor who will greet you with presents and a glass or two of Bucks Fizz prior to a full Christmas breakfast. Although we’re sure that for many the rest of the morning may be spent opening gifts, why not enjoy some stimulating and invigorating Lakeland air on the traditional Christmas morning walk, along with the equally traditional half-way glass of mulled wine! Hopefully, you’ll now have some space for our traditional four course Christmas Day lunch served with all the trimmings, followed by the Queen’s speech televised at 3pm in the bar.

Join us again in the evening as we welcome the return of the South Lakes Handbell Ringers, followed by a light but sumptuous buffet supper, the rest of the evening being relaxed and informal and the perfect opportunity to unwind following the exertions of the day.

Boxing Day - Monday 26th December 2011

Relax and enjoy a well-earned lie-in! Brunch will be served in the Bay Restaurant. Following this, you could take advantage of a complimentary cruise on Lake Windermere. For all food and drink enthusiasts, join us for a ‘Taste of Cumbria’ as we sample some of the finest local ingredients washed down with some great Lakeland beers.

This evenings three course dinner will feature Andrew’s twist on some traditional British Pub favourites served in the Bay Restaurant, keeping with the theme it’s then time to assemble your team for the Waterhead Festive Pub Quiz with prizes for the lucky winners. A drink or two in our Bar and Lounge overlooking Lake Windermere will round off a memorable and relaxing Christmas at The Waterhead.

Tuesday 27th December 2011

Following a final hearty Lakeland breakfast the team at The Waterhead will bid you farewell and look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

Tariff

Package Arrive Depart Room Type Price Per Person
4 Night 23rd December 27th December House From £650.00
4 Night 23rd December 27th December Classic Lake View From £690.00
4 Night 23rd December 27th December Luxury Lake View From £730.00
3 Night 24th December 27th December House From £490.00
3 Night 24th December 27th December Classic Lake View From £540.00
3 Night 24th December 27th December Luxury Lake View SOLD OUT
Age Details Price Per Child
0-15 Years Unfortunately our Festive break is not appropriate for Under 15's N/A
15 Years and above Full Adult Price

All prices are based on 2 people sharing a House bedroom and are per person. Sole occupancy & room upgrade supplements apply and are available upon request.

Single Occupancy

Single Occupancy supplement 2 Rooms no charge, £75.00 per night for other rooms

Additional Nights

19/12/2011 to 23/12/2011 £83.50 per person per night to include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast (50% discount)
27/12/2011 to 28/12/2011 £106.00 per person per night to include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast (30% discount)

Discounts

10% Discount available for 3 or more couples.

Booking

To book your Christmas Break telephone 08458 504 503.
NB. Christmas & New Year Breaks cannot be booked online.

New Year Breaks at Waterhead

Thursday 29th December 2011

Arrive to experience the Lake District’s warmest welcome and a piping hot glass of home-made mulled wine. After settling in, join us for afternoon tea. Festive celebrations then commence with a champagne and canapé reception, followed by a sumptuous four course candlelit dinner to the sounds of our resident musician followed by parlour games in the Bay Lounge.

Friday 30th December 2011

Following a hearty Lakeland breakfast, the day is free for you to relax or have a stroll around Ambleside with our all-new Treasure Hunt, before enjoying another traditional afternoon tea.

Mark Needham, General Manager, and the team then welcome you to the evening’s celebrations beginning with a champagne and canapé reception, followed by a gourmet four course dinner in the Bay Restaurant.

The evening’s festivities then continue with our ever-popular fun casino night including roulette, blackjack and wheel of fortune. Enjoy all the thrill and excitement of the real thing without compromising your wallet!

New Year’s Eve - Saturday 31st December 2011

Enjoy your last breakfast of 2011, which will be served until 11am. Before tonight’s celebrations why not explore the local area with our festive Treasure Hunt or venture out into that superb scenery with a complimentary Windermere cruise. Either way be sure to return in time for our ‘Cumbrian antipasti’ featuring some of the finest local produce and a final chance to sit back relax and ready yourself for the evening’s festivities which commence with a champagne and canapé reception. Andrew Caulfield and his brigade then invite you to our six-course gala dinner (black tie preferred, but not essential!). Our resident DJ will then raise the tempo, count down the last moments of 2011 and welcome in the New Year to the sounds of Big Ben and popping champagne corks.

New Year’s Day – Sunday 1st January 2012

Relax and start 2012 with a well-earned lie-in. This morning we will serve a leisurely brunch from 9.30am. For those of you wanting some fresh Lakeland air there will be the traditional New Years day walk, along with the equally traditional half-way glass of mulled wine!

Back at the Waterhead, join the team for a ‘Taste of Cumbria’ as we sample some of the finest local ingredients washed down with some Lakeland beers.

This evening's three course dinner will feature Andy’s twist on some traditional British pub favourites served in the Bay Restaurant. Keeping with the theme, it’s then time to assemble your team for the Waterhead Festive Pub Quiz with prizes for the lucky winners.

A drink or two in our Bar and Lounge overlooking Lake Windermere will round off a memorable and relaxing New Year at The Waterhead.

Monday 2nd January 2012

Sadly, all good things must come to an end, but why not stay another night at a specially reduced rate? If commitments do pull you away, then we will have to say our fond farewells after a final hearty Lakeland breakfast.

Tariff

Package Arrive Depart Price Per Person
4 Night 29th December 2nd January From £625.00
3 Night 30th December 2nd January From £550.00
Age Details Price Per Child
0-15 Years Unfortunately our Festive break is not appropriate for Under 15's N/A
15 Years and above Full Adult Price

All prices are based on 2 people sharing a House bedroom and are per person. Sole occupancy & room upgrade supplements apply and are available upon request.

Single Occupancy

2 Rooms no charge, £75.00 per night for other rooms

Additional Nights

Additional Nights are available as follows:
27th – 28th December - £106.00 per person per night to include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
27th – 28th December - £106.00 per person per night to include Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Discounts

10% Discount available for 3 or more couples

Booking

To book your New Year Break telephone 08458 504 503.
NB. Christmas & New Year Breaks cannot be booked online.

Terms & Conditions

Booking & Deposits

For more information, or to book your Christmas or New Year Holiday, please telephone us or email us. To secure your holiday, a non-refundable deposit of £100 per adult is required at the time of booking. This can be made by simply quoting a credit card number and details, or by sending a cheque which must be received within 7 days of the booking being made. Full payment of the outstanding balance is required 6 weeks prior to your stay.