As we sadly say goodbye to our long hot summer there are lots of positives to autumn and winter, too. Crisp morning walks with crunchy amber leaves under foot; pumpkin spice and cosy jumper afternoons; hot soup lunches, and well deserved hot chocolates all sound pretty appealing!
The team at the Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu have put together a great line up of autumn and winter activities. They invite you to take a look at what's on offer and to consider booking now so you have some lovely things to look forward to as the days draw in and the nights lengthen.
Read on.
Breaks away aren’t just made for summer days. Weekends away during the autumn and winter can be extra special; think crunchy amber leaves under foot, pumpkin spice and cosy jumper afternoons; hot soup lunches, Aucrisp morning walks and hot chocolates aplenty.
At the Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu there’s lots on over the autumn and winter, so you can book now and look forward to a relaxing break in the New Forest National Park.
What's On at the Montagu Arms this autumn and winter: click here!
October is Halloween season, and at this Beaulieu hotel they’re inviting some family fun with their Halloween Pumpkin Hunt between 27th October – 2nd November. A free trail around the Montagu Arms’ hotel gardens, with riddles and pumpkins to find that will lead you to your treat!
As autumn turns into winter and the festive season arrives with the bustle of shopping bags, festive parties and the pressure to host ever-mounting, why not plan a few festive get-togethers at The Montagu Arms Hotel…
What is more delightful on a chilly afternoon than sitting down with friends and family to a delicious afternoon tea? At the Montagu Arms hotel, the traditional towering afternoon is wonderful year-round, but it’s time to enjoy their Festive Afternoon Tea, available from 14th November – 30th December. Sprinkled with Christmas sparkle, catch up over a pot of tea and seasonal flavours that will delight your tastebuds; sweet and savoury treats in a cosy lounge with roaring fire and festive music to complete the unforgettably merry experience.
Get friends together or arrange a private family lunch and let the Montagu Arms hotel host. Or perhaps you’re looking for somewhere to hold your Christmas party or festive dinner this year, with exquisite dining options or informal festive celebrations, you can start planning festivities at the Montagu Arms from 13th November.
Try something new this winter with the Montagu Arms hotel’s Winter Flower Arranging Workshop. Let professional florist, Mala Williams, guide you on this popular one-day workshop, giving you expert floristry tips and showing you how to create your very own spectacular flower arrangement. During the day you’ll create a festive arrangement to take home or to give as a gift and enjoy a buffet lunch with coffee. Enquire now to book your space 01590 612324.
Who’s hosting on Christmas Day? Let Monty’s Inn, the hotel’s very own country pub do all the prep and hard work so you can bring the family together to enjoy the joy and festivities and a festive feast – with zero washing up!
Peruse the sample Christmas Day menu
Or perhaps Christmas will be at home but you’re keen to get away for New Year? See in the New Year in style – step into 2026 on a glamorous New Year Break at the Montagu Arms Hotel, with an evening of festivities; exquisite decorations, roaring log fires and delectable menus.
The lowdown about New Year breaks
Whatever happens, if you’re in need of a warming, relaxing winter break, discover a winter wonderland - the New Forest National Park is beautiful year-round but winter holds something special, especially for explorers and keen walkers. The blue hues of the frost-covered heathland and winding wintery paths through snow-covered trees are certainly worth braving the cold for. Set off from the hotel and discover plenty of walking trails in and around Beaulieu, plus the hotel is dog-friendly so you can bring your four-legged friend with you on your short winter break.
You needn’t plan your every move, the cooler months are about slowing down and staying cosy, but it’s worth having some special autumn and winter things in mind for your next Hampshire break in the heart of the New Forest National Park.
See Whats's On at the Montagu Arms this autumn and winter
Montagu Arms Hotel
Where here and heritage meet: discover our four star country house hotel in Hampshire.
Perched on the southeastern edge of the New Forest and nestled in the sleepy village of Beaulieu, our country house is a retreat from the everyday. It's a place where fresh flavours and undiscovered experiences await, rooted in the timeless traditions and spirit of this unique destination.
