Cosy Up This Winter at Potters Resorts Five Lakes
All Inclusive Winter Breaks in the Essex Countryside
This January and February, warm up your winter with an Adult Only 3-night weekend or 4-night midweek break at Potters Resorts Five Lakes, set in over 330 acres of beautiful Essex countryside.
Our Five-Star Resort is designed to brighten the season. From invigorating rambles through the grounds to the comforting warmth of delicious meals and inclusive drinks, your stay promises calm, warmth and relaxation. Indoors, a host of activities, leisure and fun awaits, while our celebrated Potters Theatre Company lights up each evening in The Glade Theatre with dazzling, West End-quality entertainment that captivates and sparkles.
As the UK’s Only Fully Inclusive Resorts, we pride ourselves on giving you the freedom to embrace new experiences, indulge and unwind, with everything wrapped up in one simple price. With a happy team taking care of everything too, you'll feel right at home, helping to make your winter getaway as relaxing and effortless as it is memorable.
So start the new year in style with a Fully Inclusive Break at Potters Resorts Five Lakes, and discover why our newest destination has already won Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award two years running, since 2024.
Great Time, Great Value
“We returned from our 3rd visit to Five Lakes after a 4 day break in January. The staff are friendly and welcoming from the time you walk through the doors, attending to whatever you may need throughout your stay. There is always lots to do and take part in both inside and outside in the extensive grounds, even just to walk around and take in the country air. The range of food on the menu meets everyone’s needs, with an extensive range of beverages also. The entertainment is equal to what you could see on any of the London Stage Theatres.”
Martin N - January 2025
Don't just take our word for it...
What’s included in your
Winter Break?
Delicious Food
Take your seat in the Eden Restaurant and enjoy full board dining with a hearty breakfast, lunch and a delicious 3-course dinner on each full day of your Winter Break. Our fantastic variety of dishes are sure to have something that will warm your bellies, with traditional British fare. It’s the perfect complement to an activity-filled break, and it’s plentiful.
Our chefs cater for most dietary requirements, so please feel free to discuss this with our friendly team at time of booking.
Comfortable Accommodation
Choose from Village rooms set in the picturesque grounds just a short walk from the main Resort, or our Hotel amongst the central facilities. You’ll enjoy Premier rooms as standard, or you can upgrade to experience added facilities in Deluxe, countryside views in Plus, or the best of both in a Suite. Most grades have a variety of twin and double accommodation available.
Jam-packed Activities
Whatever the weather, our Winter Breaks are jam-packed with fun and a huge variety of exciting activities for all interests.
Take a dip in the heated indoor pool, relax in the sauna, explore with virtual or mixed reality, have a friendly game of table tennis, badminton or shuffleboard, to name just a few. Or take it down a notch and join in at the Garden Bar, as quizzes, gameshows and live music fill your days with fun.
West End Quality Entertainment
Prepare to be dazzled each night of your stay by our renowned Potters Theatre Company. With West End-quality performances, our state-of-the-art Glade Theatre comes alive with electrifying productions, showcasing music, dance, and non-stop hits spanning a variety of genres.
Inclusive Drinks
At Potters, the rounds simply don't add up. So often a forgotten holiday expense, drinks are included throughout your stay. So relax and recharge with a morning cappuccino, indulge with hot chocolate over lunch and enjoy your evenings with a warming glass of red; the choice is entirely yours throughout your stay.
Bringing Balance to 2026
There’s a lot to be said about the feeling of freedom that comes with Fully Inclusive Breaks at Potters. No bills, no rounds, no hidden charges. With everything taken care of, and laughter being a pretty good medicine for any stresses of everyday life you might be carrying, that may be all you wish to experience on your next getaway.
But more recently, dedicated wellness activities have grown in popularity at Potters, and for those intrigued by this movement, we’ve been adding even more ways to bring balance to your body and mind for 2026. As with everything else at Potters, there’s no pressure — you can come and go as you please, choosing from a variety of new experiences.
Whether you find peace in stillness or joy in gentle movement, each activity has been created with care, offering an easy-to-join approach that reflects our signature warmth and inclusivity. With guided sessions and quiet personal practices, to simple techniques you can learn and take home with you, we’ll help you reconnect with yourself at your own pace.
Wellness activities may vary between Hopton-on-Sea and Five Lakes.
The warmest welcome to the best all inclusive holiday I’ve ever had
“We were recommended by friends and we weren’t disappointed. From the moment you arrive, nothing is too much trouble. There is so much to do at Potters, it is hard to fit it all in! The food was varied with a fresh menu every day, and our waitress was delightful. The entertainment was superb and definitely West End quality. Such great voices and energy! Would we go again? You betcha!”
Susan F - January 2025
Winter Bowls Tournaments
This January and February, you can enjoy a selection of inclusive bowls experiences on selected breaks at Potters Resorts Five Lakes. These extra activities are free-to-enter, but it’s important to register your participation in bowls at time of booking as spaces are limited.
Indoor Bowls Tournaments
Enjoy free-to-enter indoor bowls tournaments on a number of Midweek Breaks at Five Lakes throughout the Winter.
Format:
• Teams of four
• Knockout matches for top performing teams
• Teams will typically play four round robin games (occasionally three depending on participant numbers) of up to 90 minutes per game.
Pro Coaching Breaks
Exclusive to Five Lakes, these breaks are designed to enhance your game, with the ever popular Andy Thomson MBE delivering fun and educational coaching sessions. You’ll also enjoy stories from inside the game, relaxed tournament sessions and competitions as well as a Q&A session with Andy, a 3-time World Indoor Bowls Champion and true legend of the sport.
Please note, these breaks do not feature an Indoor Bowls Tournament.
Bridge Breaks At Potters Resorts
This popular break is hosted at Five Lakes, and offers the chance to combine the popular pastime of Bridge with a Fully Inclusive Break at Potters.
With over 20 years experience as bridge directors, Rob & Rosa Richardson will take excellent care of you, with afternoon and evening sessions throughout your Midweek Break.
Join us in the glorious Essex countryside
Potters Resorts Five Lakes, is located between Maldon and Colchester, next to the village of Tolleshunt Knights. It’s just a 20 minute drive from Colchester and 40 minutes from Chelmsford.
Potters Resorts Five Lakes
Colchester Road, Essex, CM9 8HX
