Christmas Breaks at Macdonald Leeming House

A traditional festive Lake District escape.

Christmas Eve,

Arrive from 3pm and settle into your cosy room, ready for a magical stay. The celebrations begin in our elegant library with a gin & whisky tasting accompanied by festive nibbles. As evening falls, indulge in a sumptuous three course dinner in our award winning restaurant.

Christmas Day

Wake on Christmas morning to the aroma of a hearty breakfast, the perfect start to a day of joy and celebration. Take time to relax, unwrap your gifts, or enjoy a peaceful stroll through our tranquil grounds overlooking the sparkling waters of Ullswater Lake. Later, raise a glass of champagne with canapes before sitting down to a lavish four course Christmas Day lunch, carefully crafted by our chefs.

The festivities continue into the evening with a festive buffet, mince pies, and traditional board games by the fire in our lounge.

Boxing Day

Ease into the day with a leisurely brunch, then enjoy the morning at your own pace. In the afternoon, join us for some light hearted fun with our Boxing Day quiz, and don't forget to show off your favourite Christmas jumper! Conclude the celebrations with an elegant three course dinner before retiring for a restful night's sleep.

Saturday 27th

Savour a final sumptuous breakfast before bidding farewell, carrying with you the warmth and memories of a truly traditional Christmas.

Included in price:
3 nights' accommodation
Gin and whisky tasting with festive nibbles
Three breakfast services
Four course Christmas lunch
Christmas Day buffet
Boxing Day dinner and quiz

Essential Information:
24th - 27th December 2026

From £745 per person

Built more than 200 years ago, Leeming House is one of the area’s most sought after four-star hotels for romantic breaks and nature-inspired getaways.

The elegance of this Georgian mansion and the exceptional beauty of its location – 22 acres of incredibly lovely gardens with direct access to the shores of Ullswater – plus spectacular views, stylish function rooms and a team that hosts every guest with pride, makes it the ideal venue for meetings, events and of course, weddings.

Celebrate Christmas with family, friends or colleagues.

From a private to a family lunch, celebrate the season with colleagues and loved ones at the Regency Restaurant. Our Chefs use the best of local seasonable produce to create a festive feast packed with gastronomic delighted and Christmas crackers for added fun!