Book a castle bedroom for New Year 2025. The best luxury all-inclusive New Year breaks, many with entertainment, hand-picked by our independent experts. If you would like to benefit from our unrivalled knowledge, speak to a castle expert free of charge.

Auchen Castle

Near Moffat, Dumfriesshire, Scotland, Scotland

New Year breaks from £289 per room per night (based on 2 people sharing)

Our Experts Say:

Nestled in the Moffat Hills of Dumfriesshire, this is a historic retreat surrounded by forests and rolling hills. This elegant castle blends period charm with modern comforts, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. Behind a striking facade, richly designed rooms with oak paneling and gilded cornices exude timeless elegance. The castle’s 26 luxurious bedrooms provide sumptuous beds, garden views, and modern amenities.

Swinton Estate

Masham, North Yorkshire, England

Our Experts Say:

Owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s, and the ancestral seat of the Earl of Swinton, this luxurious property combines the traditional warmth of a family home with all the modern comforts of a contemporary hotel. The large estate offers a full range of outdoor and rural activities, along with a relaxing modern spa.

The Hotel on Crossbasket Castle Estate

Blantyre, near Glasgow, Scotland

New Year breaks from £380 per room per night (based on 2 people sharing)

Our Experts Say:

A contemporary hotel and entertainment venue set on a 17th-century estate beside the historic Crossbasket Castle. Perfect for getaways with family and friends, it offers state-of-the-art accommodation and entertainment just 30 minutes from Glasgow.

Thornbury Castle

Bristol, England

Our Experts Say:

Thornbury Castle Hotel resonates with history. But step behind the heavy oak doors and you'll find a magnificent castle stay with roaring fires, delicious modern cuisine and sumptuous bedchambers. Thornbury Castle has the claim of being visited by Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Today, the 500 year-old castle with its beautiful oriel windows, Tudor hall and historic parkland is a place of tranquillity, with easy access from London. There has even been a vineyard within the castle walls for over 500 years, from which Thornbury Castle wine is still produced.

Bailiffgate Hotel

Alnwick, Northumberland, England

Our Experts Say:

Nestled in the heart of Alnwick, Bailiffgate Hotel offers an inviting retreat surrounded by Northumberland's stunning scenery. With sweeping countryside, dramatic coastlines, and a wealth of history on its doorstep, it's the perfect place to unwind and an ideal base for discovering the region’s enduring charm.

Corsewall Lighthouse

Kirkcolm, Stranraer, Scotland

Our Experts Say:

Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815, functional lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique luxury hotel and restaurant. The lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. Its light still beams a warning for ships approaching the mouth of Loch Ryan, as it has done for 185 years, and the property provides guests with an opportunity to experience an all-round different experience.

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