5 Reasons for a Winter Hotel Break in the New Forest this January

A winter hotel break in the New Forest will make January a month worth talking about. What if we made the expectation of the winter blues an opportunity, for escape, renewal and some seemingly indulgent but ever-needed relaxation?

January is a great time to get away; it’s out of season, the Christmas rush is over, there’s less traffic and it can provide that little stepping stone of hope we can do with as we longingly start to look ahead for spring. So, whilst everyone else is planning their return to work, now is the time to plan your post-Christmas getaway with our top 5 reasons for a winter hotel break in the New Forest this January:

Battle the blues

Make January the month to look forward to, escape to the New Forest National Park to visit new places, enjoy forest walks, find relaxation and eat great food.

Shorter daylight hours can be tough for those affected by S.A.D (Seasonal Affective Disorder), so during your winter hotel break in the New Forest, get out early and visit nearby attractions, such as the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, or spend a morning strolling around our beautiful village. Then nourish and refuel the body with a delicious lunch in The Terrace and an afternoon reading in the lounge. Or venture just 6 miles to our sister hotel, Careys Manor, to seek warmth in the sanctuary that is the five bubble spa, SenSpa. Book treatments, ease tension in the thermal rooms or simply lie beside the pool and let your mind wander.

Enjoy out of season exploration

Breathe a sigh of relief as the Christmas rush subsides. Here at our Hampshire hotel, book a winter break and enjoy having the New Forest National Park to yourself; attractions, local walks, our forest roads. Everything is calmer and quieter in winter so you needn’t worry about traffic, whether there will be parking or sharing your favourites spots with lots of other visitors.

Bring your bikes with you or hire some while you’re here. Roam freely, cycle our miles of tracks and trails or get the boots on and walk and wander in our beautiful countryside, along our coastline and through our ancient woodland – at times it’ll feel as though it’s just you and the ponies!

The New Forest in winter is worth braving the cold for

We’re biased of course, but our National Park is beautiful year-round; every season has something special to offer. Winter brings with it the glistening blue haze of frost-covered heathland and tranquil blue-sky days. Take relaxing drives along winding forest roads, wander around the boutiques and shops of our local villages and towns and stop in quaint pubs to warm up in front of roaring fires. Or wrap up and set off for a hike or a family adventure.

Take advantage of our hotel’s special break offers, including ‘Stay two nights & save 15%’, which also gives you exclusive access to discounted local activity bookings and attractions tickets, including 10% off at New Forest Activities, and 20% off tickets to the National Motor Museum and Exbury Gardens.

Winter walking in a wonderland

Not only is walking brilliant for cardiovascular fitness and strength, but being exposed to as much natural daylight as possible through the winter months can be hugely beneficial for everyone’s mental wellbeing, and can help those affected by S.A.D.

Wrap up, ready your thermos and pack some delicious snacks and walk the trails of our New Forest. There are plenty of long hikes or shorter rambling routes to discover, something to suit all kinds of walkers.

We’re also a dog-friendly New Forest hotel, welcoming you to bring your four-legged friend with you on your short break so you have even more reason to get out in the fresh air for the day, then you can spend the evening relaxing in front of the fire and enjoying the hearty dishes of our country pub, Monty’s Inn.

A change is as good as a rest

A short winter hotel break in the New Forest gives you a chance to slow down and finally take the time you needed all through December to make plans for the year, or set your intentions. Often the busyness of Christmas distracts and leaves no time to relax or ponder the coming months. So, why not book a short winter weekend break so you can do just that.

You could always make plans over an indulgent Afternoon Tea. Set against the backdrop of our English country garden, sit down to a traditional afternoon tea; served over three tiers, with dainty finger sandwiches, delicate pastries, freshly baked scones (still warm from the oven) and lashings of homemade jam and clotted cream.

If you think any of these are experiences would be loved by a family member or friend this Christmas, it’s not too late. There’s still time to buy last minute E-Vouchers for all of our Montagu experiences or you can make it a Monetary Gift Voucher and let them choose.