SOLD OUT. Spend this Christmas with SbN and enjoy a stress-free festive escape, complete with delicious food, joyful celebrations and plenty of seasonal sparkle and cheer.
Christmas at SbN
Step into the Magic of Our Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the festive season in style at Stoke by Nayland Resort, where our hotel is transformed into a sparkling Winter Wonderland. From twinkling lights and a Bavarian-inspired ski lodge to Santa’s sleigh and reindeer, our enchanted setting is the perfect backdrop for your celebrations!
Whether you're planning a festive catch-up, a night of dancing, or a cosy getaway, we’ve got it all. Join us for our popular Party Nights, Festive Lunches, Dinners and Afternoon Teas, magical Winter Wonderland and Christmas Breaks, and our unforgettable New Year’s Eve Gala Ball. There's something for everyone this Christmas in Essex at SbN.
Festive Breaks
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Enjoy a magical Winter Wonderland Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Break this December with our Christmas hotel stay offer, for a cosy festive escape with twinkling lights and indulgent dining.
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Relax and recharge between Christmas and New Year with our Twixmas Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Stay. The perfect way to enjoy a little festive magic before the year ends.
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Spend New Year’s Eve in Essex and book a great-value two-night stay to ring in 2026, complete with stylish accommodation and tickets to our New Year's Eve Gala Ball.
Festive Events
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Celebrate the festive season in style with our Classic Party Nights! Perfect for bringing together friends, family or colleagues for a memorable night filled with delicious food and dancing!
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Ticket only is now SOLD OUT. Don't miss our 2-night New Year’s Eve Break offer!
See in 2026 in style at our Black Tie Gala Ball New Year's Eve event, complete with fine dining, live entertainment, and a sparkling countdown to midnight.
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SOLD OUT. Join us for a festive Sunday carvery and the chance to meet Father Christmas.
Festive Dining
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Join us this December for a festive two or three-course lunch featuring seasonal dishes and stunning wintry views - the perfect backdrop for your celebrations.
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Tuck into a delightful Christmas Afternoon Tea this December in our magical winter wonderland setting with festive treats and seasonal flavours.
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Celebrate the season with a festive two or three-course dinner and scenic views across the Dedham Vale to really get you in the Christmas spirit!
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Join us for a festive Sunday carvery lunch in our winter wonderland.
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SOLD OUT. Sit back and relax with the family this Boxing Day with our special three-course carvery lunch. Make the most of Boxing Day with your loved ones and let us take care of the cooking.
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SOLD OUT. Join us for a festive Sunday carvery and the chance to meet Father Christmas.
New Year's Eve
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Spend New Year’s Eve in Essex and book a great-value two-night stay to ring in 2026, complete with stylish accommodation and tickets to our New Year's Eve Gala Ball.
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Ticket only is now SOLD OUT. Don't miss our 2-night New Year’s Eve Break offer!
See in 2026 in style at our Black Tie Gala Ball New Year's Eve event, complete with fine dining, live entertainment, and a sparkling countdown to midnight.
Is the magic of Christmas something you hold dear to your heart? Invite friends and family to the winter wonderland wedding of your dreams. Think snowflakes, festive dining and cosy stays. Discover more about our package.
Available from 25th November to 30th December 2025.
Winter is a season of festive sparkle, and at Stoke by Nayland Resort, it’s the perfect time to slow down, reconnect, and embrace everything the season has to offer.
Whether you’re travelling alone, planning a romantic couple’s break, bringing the whole family, or organising a festive getaway, there is so much to explore.
We round up some of our top picks for the season.