Picture it now, The Grove at Christmas: mulled wine in front of the roaring fire, dazzling decorations and delicious food all wrapped up in a bubble of festive cheer. Plus, this year, we’ve teamed up with Jo Malone London who are transforming our historic mansion house with an exciting line-up of festive experiences, including wreath-making, bauble-decorating, Christmas afternoon tea and more. If you’re not staying overnight, you can still get your festive fix by enjoying a pre-Christmas lunch at The Glasshouse or at The Stables. We’ve a whole menu of mouth-watering winter warmers for you to tuck into while you catch up with loved ones.
AT THE GROVE…
Sequoia Christmas Shopping Day
On Thursday 28 November, have your Christmas stockings ready to fill with the most luxurious beauty and skincare products from our ranges at Sequoia spa: Bamford and Natura Bissé. With exclusive discounts and offers on each product, it’s a great way to wrap up the last of your Christmas shopping. And it really wouldn’t be a festive affair without a complimentary mince pie and glass of Prosecco upon arrival!
IN HERTFORDSHIRE…
Carols on the Hour at St. Albans Cathedral
A truly magical experience that is certain to get you into the Yuletide spirit, sing along to classic Christmas carols in the spectacular surroundings of St. Albans Cathedral. The bite-sized carol services will take place on the hour, every hour from 11am until 5pm on Saturday 14 December, making it the perfect activity to enjoy while out Christmas shopping.
Aladdin at Watford Palace Theatre
If you’ve got little ones, a pantomime at Christmas is an absolute must! From 30 November to 31 December, the stage at Watford Palace Theatre will come alive with the story of Aladdin, complete with great songs, stunning costumes, plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, and Widow Twanky herself, played by Watford’s favourite Dame, Terence Frisch.
Hogwarts in the Snow at the Warner Bros Studio Tour
The annual Hogwarts in the Snow exhibition at the Warner Bros Studio Tour is the ultimate place to celebrate the upcoming festivities as a Harry Potter fan. Things are looking particularly festive this year, and throughout the tour wizard fans young and old will be able to enjoy their favourite sets dressed for the festive season in a blanket of filmmaking snow.
Christmas at Waddesdon Manor
There’s something rather magical about a manor house at Christmas, so pay a visit to Waddesdon, where the house and gardens are aglow with festive fairy lights from 15 November. Enjoy the Christmas market, where the various stalls are housed in charming wooden chalets, watch the manor light up as the sun goes down with Sleeping-Beauty-inspired illuminations and dancing lights set to music, or discover the mystical winter light trail together in the woodlands.
A Little Further Afield…
Christmas Lights in London
Wrap up warm, grab a hot chocolate and take a stroll down some of London’s most iconic streets, admiring the beautiful lights and festive displays this Christmas. The best-known Christmas lights are the ones in Regent Street, Oxford Street, Covent Garden and Carnaby Street.
Skate at Somerset House
The ice rink at Somerset House is hailed as one of the capital’s top winter experiences, with the neoclassical courtyard transformed into a glittering winter wonderland, complete with a 40-foot Christmas tree. Guests can make the most of ice-skating lessons, DJ entertainment, delicious food and drink stalls, and for gourmet dining, you can take a bite at The Chalet by Jimmy Garcia, home to the perfect post-skate treat!
Make the festive season one to remember with a stress-free break at The Grove.
