Cosy stays, crackling fires and the kind of welcome you remember
When the festive sparkle has faded and the cold lingers, there’s one kind of January escape that always delivers: a traditional English inn, log fire roaring, and a pint of something local in hand. That’s exactly what you’ll find at White Hart, where comfort isn’t just a feature – it’s a feeling.
This isn’t the place for big hotel chains and clinical check-ins. It’s a place where locals gather by the hearth, where dogs snooze under bar stools and where guests arrive as strangers but leave feeling like regulars.
Why January might be the best time to visit
The post-Christmas lull is when White Hart comes into its own. With fewer tourists and a slower rhythm, this is your chance to experience the village at its most authentic. Think frosty morning walks, roaring fires and hearty seasonal food.
Weekday stays in January also come with excellent value. Whether you’re booking a quiet couple’s break or just need a night away to reset, White Hart’s seasonal offers make it easy to plan a last-minute escape.
Rooms are cosy, characterful and perfectly pitched for winter. Each one is slightly different, with soft lighting, comfortable beds and thick curtains to shut out the cold.
What to expect from your stay
Guests come here for different reasons – to catch up with friends, to switch off from work, to enjoy a slow meal by candlelight. But what they leave with is almost always the same: the sense that they’ve been properly looked after.
Here’s what a typical January stay might include:
- A pint or glass of wine by the open fire after check-in
- Comforting food like slow-braised beef, seasonal pies or sticky toffee pudding
- A peaceful night’s sleep in one of the inn’s warm, character-filled rooms
- A proper cooked breakfast to start the next day slowly
White Hart also welcomes dogs in selected rooms, making it ideal for winter walks and four-legged companions.
Local charm, not tourist crowds
One of the real joys of visiting in January is seeing the area as it really is. No queues, no inflated prices – just quiet countryside and welcoming faces.
Take a walk along the nearby trails, browse the independent shops in the next town or simply stay close, reading by the fire and watching the world drift past. If you’re looking for that middle-of-winter reset, this is it.
Ask at the bar for walking route suggestions or hidden local spots – the staff know the area inside out.
Why book direct this winter?
Booking direct with White Hart guarantees not just the best rate, but a better experience. Guests who book through https://whiteharthotel.com/ can access exclusive winter packages, flexible booking terms and direct contact with the team for special requests.
It’s the personal touches that make a stay here memorable – and that starts the moment you book.