Christmas Breaks at Wild Boar Estate

Arrival Day

Tuesday 23 December

Welcome to the start of your magical Christmas escape. Once you have settled into your room, join us for a leisurely welcome walk to the tarn, nestled within our enchanting 72-acre private woodland.

Awaiting you at the tarn is a festive selection of drinks and the best of Wild Boar Estate charcuterie buffet reception hosted by our General Manager Adam and master brewer Lukasz from our very own Brewhouse. Sip on seasonal brews and savour handcrafted treats as you soak in the serene surroundings.

Afterwards, take time to unwind, wrap those final gifts, or simply relax in the comfort of your room as anticipation builds for the days ahead.

As evening falls, you may choose to dine with us in the restaurant from our exquisite à la carte menu (not included in the package, charges apply, booking essential). To make the night even more special, we are thrilled to welcome local singer Adrian Naik, who will be performing a selection of festive tunes to set the perfect holiday mood.

Christmas Eve

Wednesday 24th December 2025

This morning a hearty Wild Boar Estate breakfast awaits, the perfect way to begin your day. After your breakfast, we invite you to meet with Harris Hawk, Popeye, and the resident birds of prey from our friends at Lake District Falconry.

In the afternoon, sample a glass of homemade mulled wine and enjoy a light Afternoon Tea in our restaurant the Grill and Smokehouse.

Following this, why not treat yourself to a drink in the lounge by one of our open fires. Alternatively, explore the village of Bowness on Windermere, an ideal opportunity for any last-minute Christmas shopping.

Tonight, following a glass of bubbly and a canapé or two, we will then be serving a Hog and Ale buffet dinner. Our popular Wild Quiz then follows with prizes for winners and bribes gratefully accepted by our Wild Quiz Master.

A nightcap by one of our roaring fires will round off what we are sure will be a most enjoyable and memorable Christmas Eve celebration.

Christmas Day

Thursday 25th December 2025

To start the day perfectly you’ll get to meet a certain VIP guest who will wish you a very Merry Christmas and offer a chilled glass of something bubbly to accompany your Christmas morning breakfast. Adam will lead the way to enjoy our archery competition in the private woodland.

A warming glass of mulled wine on your return before the main event of the day, our traditional Christmas Day lunch tirelessly prepared by our brigade of chefs throughout the morning.

In the afternoon, why out take advantage of some time to enjoy the gifts that Santa Claus has delivered and relax in the cosy ambience and soak the spirit of Christmas at Wild Boar Estate.

A delicious Yuletide buffet, in the evening and the Wild Boar Estate competition commences with the sweet seasonal Gingerbread House making! Standards were set high in 2024 with stunning stand out sugary construction and we will again be offering prizes to the very best builders on site.

Undermillbeck suite will offer an alternative setting to all the competitiveness with festive films and games to provide a relaxing atmosphere with the flickering real fires to help relax and wind down to enjoy the remainder of a very special Christmas Day 2025.

Boxing Day

Friday 26th December 2025

To end your Christmas break in style is, a traditional Cumbrian breakfast before we bid you farewell with best wishes for the 2026.

For guests who would like to stay an extra night and try our clay pigeon shooting, we have arranged special rates for accommodation and shooting packages to continue the fun. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this activity is suitable for all levels of experience ‘or lack of’ with the help of our resident professional sharpshooter.

Christmas Eve Arrival

Wednesday 24th December

Arrive at Wild Boar Estate this afternoon and begin your Christmas escape with a glass of homemade mulled wine and a light Afternoon Tea in our Grill and Smokehouse Restaurant.

Afterwards, take time to settle into your room, perhaps enjoy a drink in the lounge by one of our open fires, and soak up the festive atmosphere as anticipation builds for the days ahead.

Tonight, following a glass of bubbly and a canapé or two, we will then be serving a Hog and Ale buffet dinner. Our popular Wild Quiz then follows with prizes for winners and bribes gratefully accepted by our Wild Quiz Master.

A nightcap by one of our roaring fires will round off what we are sure will be a most enjoyable and memorable Christmas Eve celebration.

Christmas Day

Thursday 25 December 2025

A very special guest will be waiting to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and offer a chilled glass of something bubbly prior to a hearty Lakeland Grill. You are then invited to join Adam for our archery competition in the woods.

Return for a warming glass of mulled wine and then join us for the main event of the day, our traditional Christmas Day lunch that our brigade of chefs have been busy preparing all morning.

This afternoon, guests have the opportunity to relax, enjoy some of the gifts that Father Christmas has delivered, and soak up the atmosphere that only Christmas at Wild Boar Estate can bring.

Tonight begins with a delicious Yuletide buffet, and no Christmas at Wild Boar Estate would be complete without our Gingerbread House making competition. Following 2024’s winning entry, the gauntlet has been well and truly thrown down and prizes await this year’s most eye-catching creations.

Alternatively, festive films and games are accessible in the wonderful private Undermillbeck, or perhaps simply sit back in front of one of our roaring fires as Christmas Day 2025 draws to a close.

Boxing Day

Friday 26 December 2025

The conclusion of our Christmas package is, of course, a traditional Cumbrian breakfast and a fond farewell with best wishes for the year ahead.

For those guests who would prefer to stay an extra night and try our clay pigeon shooting, we have arranged special rates for accommodation and shooting packages to keep the festive spirits flowing. Shooting is suitable for all whether you are a beginner or an expert, and with the help of our resident sharpshooter.

Three Night Christmas Break

Dates: 23rd to 26th December 2025

Price: From £725.00 per person in our Squirrel's Drey room.

Deposit: £200.00 non refundable deposit required.

Two Night Christmas Break

Dates: 24rd to 26th December 2025

Price: From £585.00 per person in our Squirrel's Drey room.

Deposit: £200.00 non refundable deposit required.

Important Information
(applies to both packages)

Dinner on 23rd December

Dinner on 23rd December is not included in the three night package price and will be charged separately (à la carte, booking essential).

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Clay pigeon shooting on 26 December needs to be pre booked and is at an additional charge.

Additional Nights

Extra nights are available at best available rate per night to include Bed and Breakfast, with usual upgrade charges applying.

Bringing your Dog on a Christmas break

Unfortunately we have no more availability for any further dogs for this package.

Single Occupancy Supplement

£200.00 per room per night.

Children's Christmas Break Rates

3 Years and under are accommodated free of charge.

4 - 15 years sharing a room with two full paying adults are charged:
£515.00 - 3 Night Package
or
£395.00 - 2 Night Package..

Children occupying their own room are charged at the full adult price.

Room Upgrades

Fox's Den - £40.00 per person per night

Owl's Nest £55.00 per person per night