Our Italianate Mansion with roaring fire, cosy yet luxurious bedrooms all set in 110 acres of beautiful Essex countryside,
makes Down Hall the perfect destination for a Christmas break.
Our two or three-day package includes everything you need to create a magical Christmas, leaving you to relax and unwind.
Let us help you capture the spirit of Christmas and make this year’s festivities truly memorable.
Christmas Eve
Check in to our luxurious guest rooms from 3:00pm before a welcome glass of fizz and festive canapés.
At 6:00pm, join us for entertainment provided by The Gospel Choir and enjoy traditional mince pies with warm mulled wine followed by a sumptuous meal from 7:30pm.
Christmas Day
Start your day with a delicious breakfast, followed by Santa making an appearance to meet our youngest guests.
Enjoy a chilled glass of Champagne before sitting down to a lavish five-course Christmas lunch, accompanied by the sounds of our resident pianist.
The Royal speech will be shown at 3:00pm before a festive family movie at 4:00pm.
Join us at 6pm for a delectable cheese & wine tasting session, followed by our Christmas buffet served from 7:30pm.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day brunch is served between 8:30am to 11:00am. Head to our beautiful grounds to take part in our
duck herding event. Then enjoy a festive Afternoon Tea before a family movie shown at 4:00pm.
Conclude the day with a tasty Indian buffet, whilst listening to the sounds of our live singer.
Saturday 27th December
We will bid you a fond farewell, but not before you enjoy one last delicious breakfast with us.
Two Day Package
Arrive Christmas Eve and depart
after Boxing Day brunch
From £950 per adult*, £475 per child
Our Boxing Day activity can be added onto your package at an additional cost
Three Day Package
Arrive Christmas Eve and depart
Saturday 27th December
From £1,250 per adult*, £625 per child
To book your family Christmas break in Essex, please fill in the form below, email privateevents@downhall.co.uk or call us- 01279 731 441