The Bicester Collection Reimagines Magic of Winter
With The Bicester Collection, winter becomes a story of style, warmth and lingering moments
If you leave the house at 8 a.m. in a frost sharp enough to sting your ears, enter a boutique warmed like a country drawing room, pause for a hot chocolate, step back outside into falling snow, and later attend a candlelit supper- how many layers must you remove, replace or emotionally regret by lunchtime?
On a scale of “just popping out” to “ready for a Nordic expedition”, winter dressing is rarely straightforward. The Bicester Collection understands this better than most—and responds not by asking you to endure winter, but by inviting you to enjoy it.
Across Europe, from La Vallée Village near Paris and Fidenza Village near Milan, to the craft-led warmth of Kildare Village close to Dublin and Las Rozas Village in Madrid, The Bicester Collection’s Villages offer experiences shaped as much by mood as by style. Imagine considered winter wardrobes paired with exceptional dining at Fortnum & Mason and The Double Red Duke, festive décor and gifting from boutiques including Guerlain, Jo Malone, Missoma and Rixo, all wrapped in a distinctly celebratory atmosphere, and offered at the flagship destination, Bicester Village.
In Germany, Wertheim Village and Ingolstadt Village deliver winter with an Alpine accent. Perfectly positioned near some of Germany and Austria’s most celebrated ski regions, these destinations pair mornings on snow-covered slopes with afternoons spent warming up over seasonal dining, gifting and luxury shopping. Ski-friendly fashion sits alongside refined après-ski dressing—shearling-lined boots, elevated knitwear that travels effortlessly from mountain cafés to festive markets, and technical outerwear that competes confidently with evening silhouettes.
Like the season which lingers in the weight of a good coat every time you put it on, across The Bicester Collection’s destination luxury envelops you to wander and hosts you to interrupt your Sisyphean routine to indulge in a space designed to be enjoyed and not rushed through by making you step into a festive storybook. Throughout the months of November and December, the Village hosts a thoughtfully curated calendar of experiences that invite guests to linger, return, and take part.
For those spending the holidays skiing across Germany and Austria’s top alpine destinations, Bicester Village is a worthwhile addition to the journey, with much to explore beyond skiing. Check out the activities you can indulge in:
On Thursday afternoons, the Village Square becomes a chorus, as festive singalongs led by The Blend Choir draw visitors together in easy harmony. Song sheets are handed out, voices life, and for a moment the day feels less hurried.
If you are going around with your family, daily Santa’s sleigh offers a pause for memory-making. Hosted with warmth and charm, the photo experience includes an instant print- a tangible keepsake.
Children and adults are invited to write Letters to Santa, posting them into his mailbox with care. Each letter carries generosity with it: for every one received, Bicester Village donates £1 to its DO GOOD charity partners with a few lucky correspondents receiving a surprise reply.
On weekends live music – from classics to contemporary favourites to familiar melodies drift through the open-air streets from Friday to Sunday. It is music designed to accompany the time well-spent here.
Creativity takes centre stage in The Village Workshop, where wrapping, personalisation, and decoration become rituals in their own right. Luxury materials, live artist performances and a playful “Naughty or Nice Barometer” turn gifting into a fun activity.
For those keen to refine their skills, a Gift Wrapping Mastercalss pairs expert techniques with a festive breakfast at La Tua Pasta- all materials provided, all pressure removed really and more.
This season, winter doesn’t have to be rushed through or merely endured. It can be layered thoughtfully, enjoyed slowly and remembered long after the snow melts. Discover festive experiences, winter style and destinations designed for lingering moments across Europe at thebicestercollection.com—and plan your winter story before the season slips away.
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