A Countryside Celebration: Christmas and New Year’s Eve at Four Seasons Hampshire

Step into the magic of the festive season at Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire, where timeless elegance meets countryside charm. Within the warm embrace of the 18th-century manor, guests can enjoy festive experiences crafted for every generation, from magical moments with Santa to gourmet seasonal dining and lively New Year celebrations.

Nestled within a 500-acre (200 hectare) estate, Four Seasons Hampshire sparkles with stunning Christmas decorations and is the perfect place to reconnect, celebrate, and create memories. The Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 29, 2025 is a beloved tradition that marks the beginning of the festive season at Four Seasons Hampshire and the official opening of the alpine-inspired pop-up, Off Piste.

Dining Highlights

• Festive Afternoon Tea: a refined yet cosy ritual served with views across the glittering winter landscape
• Wild Carrot: from bountiful breakfast buffets to elegant candlelit dinners, Executive Chef Talha Barkin showcases his passion for locally sourced produce in every dish
• The Bar at Wild Carrot: open daily from 11:00 am to 12:00 midnight, offering seasonal cocktails and a curated selection of local delicacies; the Bar at Wild Carrot is the perfect setting for pre-dinner aperitifs, nightcaps by the fire, or a celebratory toast
• La Terrazza: a relaxed, family-friendly dining experience featuring a wood-fired pizza oven and panoramic views across the parklands; open for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday, and from December 15, 2025 until January 4, 2026, La Terrazza is open seven days a week
• Off Piste: nestled in the historic stable courtyard, this alpine-inspired pop-up offers a cosy après-ski feel and a spectacular cheese fondue that is not to be missed; from December 15, Off Piste is open daily until January 4 (closed Wednesdays and Thursdays before then)

Festive Stay Packages at Four Seasons Hampshire

Christmas Escape Experience - December 24-27, 2025 (3 nights) | From GBP 5,670 per room

Celebrate the season in a setting where every detail evokes warmth, wonder, and tradition. This three-night escape offers an immersive festive experience for guests of all ages, from a welcome high tea to hand-delivered stockings, gourmet feasts, and countryside charm.

The magic begins on Christmas Eve with an elaborate buffet dinner at Wild Carrot, crafted by Executive Chef Talha Barkin using the finest local ingredients. On Christmas morning, guests can wake up to a leisurely breakfast, followed by a visit from Santa and a delicious Christmas Day lunch. In the afternoon, guests can gather in the historic Drawing Room for tea, scones, and festive cakes during the King’s Speech, a timeless tradition observed in comfort and style, at 3:00 pm sharp.

Boxing Day brings a peaceful start with a country breakfast and time to unwind, whether in the spa, by the fire, or on a horse-drawn carriage ride across the estate. Indulgence continues with a relaxed buffet lunch and classic afternoon high tea.

Inclusions:

• Daily breakfast
• December 24: arrival high tea and a decadent Christmas Eve buffet dinner at Wild Carrot
• December 25: Christmas Day lunch (choice of buffet or plated set menu) and festive cakes, scones and tea during the King’s Speech
• December 26: Boxing Day buffet lunch and afternoon high tea

New Year’s Escape Experience - December 30, 2025 – January 1, 2026 (2 nights) | From GBP 4,780 per room

Guests can welcome 2026 in the elegance of Four Seasons Hampshire, where countryside serenity meets celebration in spectacular style. The experience begins on December 30 with a festive high tea on arrival, followed by an evening of relaxed dining, with a GBP 100 credit per guest to spend across the hotel’s dining outlets.

On New Year’s Eve, the celebrations build with a wholesome breakfast and a day of leisure at the hotel before the main evening event: guests can choose between a lavish buffet or an elegant set menu, both followed by live entertainment and a toast. Champagne can be delivered directly to guests' rooms, ensuring a memorable welcome to the New Year.

Guests can start the brand-new year gently with a relaxed breakfast on New Year’s Day, then gather at Wild Carrot for a sumptuous buffet lunch in a warm and elegant setting. Whether raising a glass with friends, marking the occasion as a couple, or celebrating with the whole family, this curated experience blends tradition and indulgence right in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.

Inclusions

• Daily breakfast
• December 30: arrival high tea and a dinner credit of GBP 100 per person
• December 31: New Year’s Eve dinner (choice of buffet or five-course menu), midnight celebration and in-room champagne
• January 1: New Year’s Day buffet lunch

Bookings are now open for the 2025 festive season. For reservations and enquiries, contact seasons.hampshire@fourseasons.com.