Where can I run away to alone over Christmas?

[NotExactlyOptimistic]

I won't even be telling anyone, can't be arsed with the sympathy and pity invites. Another year gone to shit. Fuck staying at home I just want to run away until it's all over. Any recommendations? Just somewhere I can go for walks I suppose and not be bothered by anyone. Anywhere in England.

Cottage in the Lakes, Hawkshead, Coniston area. Even with all the cottages full of like-minded people and families it’s not busy. We say “hello!” to any walkers without Christmas hats on and “Merry Christmas!” if they are wearing one. You can ask the cottage company not to decorate for Christmas if they offer it.

• Jersey lots to do and you can hop on and off the bus. Busy in St. Helier but quiet in other areas. The tunnels are fascinating.The Crab Shack if you like seafood. Unusual church nearby. The Jersey Pottery*

Jersey Pottery is long gone and the Tunnels are closed over winter BUT lots and lots of beautiful walking here, hotels with Christmas packages (and those without, if that's what you prefer). Quite possibly some cottages to rent or Airbnb too.

A flight away, so feels like a proper 'escape'. Happy to provide more info if needed.

I wish I could do this, I’m dreading Xmas this year.

Dreading Christmas too, already had to walk out of a shop playing festive jingles as I almost burst into tears.

Alone on Christmas Day so will be out walking somewhere surrounded by nature.

OP, you said ‘Anywhere in England’ but I hope you’re not entirely against hopping across a border? There’s something wonderfully freeing about leaving England behind …

I’ve already mentioned Caernarfon (completely low key and non-touristy outside the walled town) but Edinburgh is just fantastic for a solo Christmas. I personally prefer a city when I’m alone, it feels more embracing and there’s plenty to do. And Edinburgh has endless completely enthralling walking possibilities.

@YogaLite

Dreading Christmas too, already had to walk out of a shop playing festive jingles as I almost burst into tears.

Alone on Christmas Day so will be out walking somewhere surrounded by nature.

Solidarity mate

Losehill house hotel in the Peak District is gorgeous

Lundy Island, off the coast of Devon. 3 miles long, half a mile wide, great for walking, wildlife. Run by the Landmark Trust. One of their properties, Radio Room, sleeps one.

www.landmarktrust.org.uk/lundyisland/staying/staying-on-lundy/accommodation/

LetItGoToRuin that certainly looks peaceful, great suggestion.

NotExactlyOptimistic good for you, I hope you find something that suits and is restorative.

Lots of people don't like all the rituals of Christmas these days, and would rather like to escape somewhere.. It depends where you live, where you can go to, whether you are walking, or driving etc..Whether you like the countryside, or seaside, or just a local canal,with some ducks on it. etc.. You can have a nice peaceful time, taking some great photo's of the emptiness of many places.

@LetItGoToRuin, Lundy is on my list for next year.

Southern lakes or portmerion for quirky cosiness.

Somewhere more inland or coastal but difficult to access. The beaches where I am are overrun on Xmas day.

Not for this year but I've had some cracking small group holidays abroad which have almost entirely ignored Christmas - working on the the theory that the people who go on them are much more interested in exploring the country in question rather than celebrating. Countries without a strong Christmas tradition are particularly good value in this respect.

I've just booked a hotel by the sea just for me for Xmas eve through to the 27th. I've been considering it for a while and this thread pushed me into actually doing it.
I am SO looking forward to it! Hope you get something lovely sorted OP

It’s a wonderful feeling when you arrive, SeaDreaming!

Just be sure they give you a room you like, one with the good view. If you’ve just booked they won’t be full, so ask to change rooms if they’ve just shoved you anywhere.

Does it have to be in England? We often go to specifically to a non-Christian country for this reason

I just came across your post whilst searching how to run away from Christmas in prep for next year. I hope you managed to find some peace. I have had the worst Christmas ever with being the usual Christmas slave, just managed to get lunch served which broke me financially, mentally then by the end of eating I was sick and have had Covid since. It has made me realise how little anybody cares about me, I am just useful as everyone’s slave and once sick and useless nobody cares. Next year I’m running away!

Brilliant ideas!

normally work and don't dislike it but the fretting about will the taxi arrive on time etc etc does me in every time!

If I can afford it I think I may try abroad.

I did go to Vietnam one year. Because of tourists there were Christmas decorations everywhere but still enjoyable!! Just fancy somewhere with lovely cocktails! Maybe a Christmas cruise?