Seasonal Breaks

Visiting our corner of Cornwall is special at any time of the year. There’s always plenty to see, do and explore … and, of course, lots of time to sit back and relax.

Our special interest and seasonal breaks run throughout the year and include lots of ideas of things to do locally.  Check in regularly and don’t forget to sign up to our newsletter to ensure you are kept in the loop. Sometimes we might have a special deal on, so keep an eye on our social media too.

Booking is easy for our special break packages, follow the links on the break pages to book online.  Please drop us a line, or give us a call on 01326 250288 to book for the New Year’s Eve dinner.

Twixmas Breaks

Twixmas in Cornwall… one of our favourite times here at Budock Vean. The hotel wears the festive season beautifully with decorations and 15 real trees. During our Twixmas Break, expect golf competitions, guided walks, or visit the local area to see some of Cornwall’s best attractions. During your time at the hotel, enjoy the wonderful dishes created by our chef’s using the very best local and seasonal ingredients.

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New Year’s Eve Black Tie Dinner

You don’t have to be staying with us to enjoy our New Year’s Eve celebrations. We have a limited number of spaces for people to come along for the evening only, so if you’d like to join us at Budock Vean and see the new year in in style read on!

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christmas break

The hotel wears the festive season beautifully with some 15 real trees (all looking tip top and glistening), decorating our lounges, spa and welcoming you at the beautiful front porch and wonderful Christmassy touches all over the place. Expect the best of all celebrations with carol singers, choirs, crackers, Champagne and much more.

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Watercolour Painting Breaks

Working on a seasonal theme and taking inspiration from the beautiful colours and patterns that nature provides. Shari, a Cornwall based artist and tutor, will bring a wealth of visual references and we can also gather inspiration in the wonderful grounds of the Budock Vean estate and the Helford River.

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Cornish Garden Breaks

Cornwall has a hugely impressive array of glorious gardens from the mighty giants of The Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan to the small but perfectly formed, free to visit gardens dotted around Falmouth and neighbouring towns. With 2 world class sub-tropical gardens, NTs Glendurgan and Trebah, within half a mile from our…

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Walking Weekend

Breathtaking coastal paths, secret coves, secluded valleys and hidden wildlife … There is a wealth of wildlife to be found in West Cornwall and the best way to discover these riches is whilst out walking the wonderful paths and trails that criss-cross the landscape. Over 2 days of walking you will have the chance to…

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Writers Retreat

By popular demand our Writers’ Retreat returns for 2025.  Led by published author and Amazon Top 100 bestseller (UK, Australia and Canada) Anna Mansell.  With seven novels under her belt, and an eighth in the works,  Anna is always busy writing. As well as books, Anna writes plays and monologues that have been performed in…

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Beginners Bridge Break with Jeremy Child

Do you know people who play bridge? Would you like to learn to play bridge? Find out what all the fuss is about in the beautiful surroundings of Budock Vean Hotel, a country house hotel on the Helford River in South Cornwall. Our collection of bridge breaks have been designed so that there’s a spot…

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Wild Swimming & Cold Water Breaks

Budock Vean’s unique location on the iconic Helford River makes this the perfect spot for open water swimming and cold water retreats. Watch this space for our next set of wild swimming breaks coming very soon.

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Spring Wildlife Break

Our Wildlife Break returns soon Think nature spotting is just for children? Think again. Join us for our 5-night dinner, bed, breakfast discovery break that will ruffle your feathers, awaken your curiosity and fill you with joy. Situated in 65 acres of private gardens and grounds right in the middle of the Helford River area…

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Winter Weddings

This winter come and say your ‘I do’s’ with us here at Budock Vean. We specialise in small, cosy weddings that come complete with an overnight stay for you both and dinner for 2 in our award-winning restaurant. Enjoy your ceremony in one of our beautiful, licenced rooms in the company of your guests during…

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Work Retreats

  Re-group | Re-focus | Re-charge | Re-Treat Sometimes working together needs to be just that, being in the same space to fuel discussion and spark ideas. To take stock and adapt your plans for the future, then grab one of our Work Re-Treats. Designed for teams of up to 10, we’re offering the chance…

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