CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR IN WILTSHIRE
Christmas & New Year at Bowood

Celebrate the magic of Christmas and New Year at Bowood, where the festive season comes to life in our enchanting Estate. Whether you are looking to gather with loved ones for a festive feast, explore our grounds in the winter frost, or ring in the New Year with a spectacular celebration, Bowood offers a truly unforgettable setting.
Christmas Hotel Breaks
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a luxurious Christmas break with our exclusive Two, Three or Four-Night Christmas Experience. Enjoy gourmet dining, entertainment, and traditional festivities in the elegant setting of the Bowood Hotel.
Festive Party Nights
Celebrate Christmas at Bowood with a wonderful choice of festive events, each designed to bring people together in beautiful surroundings.
Family Festive Lunches with Santa & Entertainment
Make magical memories this Christmas and celebrate the season with Bowood’s Family Festive Lunches—delicious dining, joyful entertainment for the children, and a special visit from Santa. A perfect pre-Christmas treat for the whole family.
Christmas Day Lunch in the Kerry Suite
Unwrap the magic of the season with a sparkling welcome, a sumptuous three-course festive feast, and heartwarming moments in the elegant Kerry Suite. With gifts from Santa and sweet treats to finish, it’s a Christmas celebration you’ll cherish forever.
Festive Dining & Bowood Afternoon Tea in the Shelburne Restaurant
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner with family or a festive gathering with friends, our seasonal menus are created to make every occasion feel special. Celebrating the best ingredients of the season, each dish brings together comforting winter flavours with thoughtful festive touches. Set within elegant surroundings, with the gentle glow of Christmas lights, it’s a welcoming place to gather, relax and enjoy the warmth of the season.
Private Festive Dining & Bowood Afternoon Tea
Celebrate the festive season at Bowood with an exclusive private dining experience, ideal for an intimate gathering, a family occasion or a larger celebration with friends or colleagues. Choose from a festive lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, each served in a beautiful private dining room dressed for Christmas and filled with the warmth of the season. With elegant surroundings, seasonal menus and attentive service throughout, it is a wonderfully special way to come together and celebrate.
New Year Experiences
Ring in 2026 in style with our glamorous New Year’s Eve celebrations. Choose between an intimate five-course dinner in the Shelburne Restaurant or a lively night at the Kerry Suite Ball, complete with entertainment and a revellers’ breakfast.