Make the festive season sparkle
Let the festive feasting begin
Make this Christmas one to remember with a festive escape to Wild Thyme & Honey, a beautiful country hotel and restaurant in the heart of the Cotswolds.
With honey-coloured villages, country lanes, and beautiful countryside, the Cotswolds make a wonderful setting for a Christmas escape. Spend your days exploring the surrounding villages and countryside before returning to Wild Thyme & Honey for a festive meal, a warming drink or a cosy evening by the fire.
Located in Ampney Crucis, close to Cirencester, Wild Thyme & Honey is ideally placed for enjoying the Cotswolds during the festive season.
Whether you're visiting for Christmas Day lunch, a festive dinner, a Christmas party or an overnight stay, make Wild Thyme & Honey part of your Cotswolds Christmas. Choose from our festive menus, sharing experiences and special Christmas Day dining, with options to suit intimate gatherings and larger celebrations.
Welcome to Magical Winter Nights
Escape the bustling Christmas Market crowds and immerse yourself in an enchanting festive experience beneath twinkling lights and starry skies. Enjoy a warm cup of mulled wine or cider while nestled among sparkling lights and snowy willow branches.
Indulge in a delightful menu inspired by the charm of Christmas markets and the French Alps! Treats to savour include:
- A molten cheese fondue for two
- A variety of traditional bratwursts
- Churros
- Toffee apples
- A selection of boozy hot chocolates
This experience is perfect for everyone, whether you're with the family, a partner, work colleagues or a group of friends seeking fresh air, great company, and plenty of yuletide cheer!
While no reservation is needed, we recommend booking for larger groups. Magical Winter Nights launch on Friday, November 14th, and will be open from Wednesday to Saturday evenings leading up to Christmas, from 5 PM to 8 PM.
Christmas Day at Wild Thyme and Honey
Escape to the Cotswolds this Christmas and let us take care of everything.
Settle in for a magical Christmas Day surrounded by candlelit tables, cosy fires and the charm of a quintessential Cotswolds Christmas.
Enjoy a leisurely four-course celebration filled with seasonal flavours, traditional trimmings and indulgent festive favourites, leaving you free to relax, raise a glass and enjoy precious time together.
Let us take care of the hosting this Christmas, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the day.
Christmas Day Celebration £140pp | Four Courses
Our festive menu is created for long lunches, celebratory dinners and gatherings with friends, family and colleagues. Choose from our two or three-course festive menu, or make the occasion extra special with our Signature Festive Menu.
Join us throughout the festive season for delicious food and a luxurious Cotswolds dining experience. Make your Christmas celebration feel truly special, with our three-course signature festive menu, perfect for a Christmas get-together, special family meal or festive celebration with friends.
Planning drinks, a Christmas party or a festive gathering? Our selection of festive canapés is made for sharing and enjoying together, whether you're welcoming guests before dinner or celebrating over drinks.
Bring everyone together around the table with our relaxed Christmas sharing menu. Generous sharing boards make it easy to settle in and spend time together, perfect for groups, family gatherings and informal festive celebrations in the Cotswolds.
Discover our magical two- and three-night stay packages.
The Cotswolds are at their most magical in winter and our Christmas stay packages offer the chance to slow down, switch off and enjoy the festive season surrounded by the beauty of the countryside. Wake up in one of our comfortable rooms, enjoy delicious seasonal menus and let someone else take care of the cooking and hosting.
With our country hotel setting in Ampney Crucis, near Cirencester, you'll have the perfect base for a peaceful Christmas break in the Cotswolds.
Whether you're planning a romantic Christmas getaway, a family break or simply want to spend the festive season somewhere beautiful, our team will help make your stay feel special.
Discover our private dining spaces
Looking for somewhere special to celebrate Christmas with a group? Our private dining spaces provide a beautiful setting for work celebrations and family gatherings.
Our reservations team will work with you to create the right experience for your group, from choosing your space and menu to arranging drinks and those finishing touches that make a celebration feel special.
Make their Christmas with a gift experience
For someone who'd rather unwrap an experience. Give the gift of good food, a night away or a little time in the Cotswolds with a Wild Thyme & Honey gift voucher.
Whether you're treating a loved one to lunch, planning a special evening or giving the gift of a countryside escape, there's something lovely about giving someone a reason to look forward to the year ahead.
Gift vouchers can be used across any of our pubs. Accommodation experiences are hotel-specific, so do choose the right one for your lucky recipient.
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