Festive Break & the Westonbirt After Dark Experience
Experience the Magic of December at Whatley
December is a truly magical time to visit Whatley. Once transformed for the festive season, the house becomes the very essence of Christmas, giant trees, twinkling lights, and roaring log fires create an enchanting atmosphere that captures the spirit of the season.
This year, we’re adding even more festive magic to your stay. Visit nearby Westonbirt Arboretum to enhance your festive experience with their spectacular after-dark Christmas trail.
 This unique event takes you on a mesmerizing journey through the illuminated forest, featuring immersive light installations that make the arboretum feel like something out of a fairy tale.
New for 2025, highlights include:
- Laser Lights
- Mycelium Network
- Fireworks Trees
- Wicker Animals
Find out More about Westonbirt After Dark ExperienceÂ
Stay with us for two nights or more during December 2025, and we’ll reimburse up to two Westonbirt tickets per room. Simply book your trail tickets directly via the Westonbirt Arboretum website (link below), then present your confirmation at check-in to receive your full reimbursement off your total hotel account.
Westonbirt Festive Event Dates
- Friday 28 – Sunday 30 November
- Thursday 4 – Sunday 7 DecemberÂ
- Wednesday 10 – Sunday 14 December
- Wednesday 17 – Wednesday 24 December
- Friday 26 – Wednesday 31 December
Time slots vary depending on the date, but generally take place every 15 minutes between 4.15pm to 8.30pm.Â
Booking link for Westonbirt Tickets Â
This offer is available to book in conjunction with a stay at Whatley from 28th November 2025 – 28th December 2025, subject to availability and excluding the festive closure dates 22nd – 25th December inclusive.
Dog friendly rooms can be booked on this offer and well behaved dogs are always welcome.
To book click on the book now button below, call reservations on 01666 822 888 or email reservations@whatleymanor.com
Terms and conditions:
Reservations require a 30% deposit at the time of booking, refundable up to 72 hours prior to arrival. If a cancellation is made within 72 hours of the arrival date, then the full charge of your stay is taken.
A 10% discretionary service charge is added to your bill on check out.
This offer applies to the dates stipulated only and is subject to availability at the time of booking.
