

Burley at Yuletide
Burley
When it comes to Christmas hotel settings, Burley Manor takes some beating; set in an 800-year-old estate, it epitomises the true beauty of the New Forest – frosty mornings, roaring log fires, great food, drink and company. The halls will be decked with holly and the cellars well stocked with everything you’ll need in terms of locally sourced and seasonal sustenance.
Arrive on Christmas Eve and settle in with some tea (or coffee) and cake after you’ve unpacked and started to properly unwind. The first evening is yours to plan – but let us know if you want a table reservation for dinner. During the late afternoon, join us in the bar for carol signing and a glass of mulled wine to celebrate. The holidays start here…
The next morning, it’s the main event. Has Santa been??
After you’ve opened your presents (assuming you’ve been nice and not naughty!), head downstairs lured by the aromas to a full English breakfast or a Continental option. The rest of the morning is yours to open more presents, get some country air or simply relax, before our traditional, five-course Christmas feast and champagne. You’ll then be glad of a break to read, play a board game, catch the King’s Speech etc. As evening approaches, join us for a light supper and then perhaps our fun evening quiz to get the grey cells working a little?
Boxing Day is one of our favourite days; you’ve got through all the excitement and now can simply unwind with more great food, country walks and ‘me time’. Enjoy another hearty winter’s breakfast before taking your wellies and waggy tails on Burley’s popular treasure hunt. Of course, feel free to stay in and indulge in some more leisurely activities. Whatever you do, make sure you reserve a table for dinner.
If you’re not quite ready to head home on the 27th, that’s not a problem – leave the bags unpacked and spend the day exploring the 350 square miles of New Forest beauty. It’s the gift that keeps giving…