Warm Up Your 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, nestled amidst 320 acres of beautiful Essex countryside.
At our Five-Star Resort, every moment is designed to brighten the darker days. From invigorating rambles through stunning grounds to the comforting embrace of a delicious menu and inclusive drinks, your stay promises warmth and relaxation. Indoors, a host of activities and leisure facilities await, while our renowned Potters Theatre Company takes to the stage each evening with dazzling West End-quality performances that captivate and delight. And, on our Winter Midweek Breaks, we also welcome top comedians who are sure to leave you laughing long after curtain call, including the likes of Kev Orkian and Jo Little.
As the UK's Only Fully Inclusive Resorts, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable short breaks that take care of everything. From mouth-watering meals and drinks to comfortable accommodation and exceptional entertainment, it’s all included in your stay—no hidden costs. And with a friendly team on hand to make every guest feel welcome, your winter getaway will be as easy and enjoyable as it is memorable.
So why not start the new year in style? Come and find out why the readers of Which? ranked us top of the UK's Best Holiday Resorts.
Relaxation
“This place is outstanding. Friendly staff - nothing is too much trouble. Plenty of food and drinks. The entertainment is better than the West End. Quizzes/games/puzzles and much, much more including air rifle shooting, laser clays, rowing boats, archery plus pool, snooker, bowls and much more.”
Ian S - TripAdvisor Review, Nov 24
New Experiences Coming To Five Lakes
Besides amazing new shows, 2025 at Five Lakes brings even more exciting activities. Enjoy Midweek Mirth every Tuesday with top comedians, or put your detective skills to the test with our Interactive Treasure Hunt. Rediscover your inner child with our New Silly Games, and explore the fascinating world of genealogy in our Trace Your Roots sessions. Plus, don't miss the UK debut of Jazzminton, a fun, fast-paced game perfect for all skill levels!
Midweek Mirth - Comedy Nights
Enjoy a laugh-filled evening with top comedians every Tuesday. Our comedy nights run from January to March, promising sharp wit and endless giggles. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and laughter!
Tibetan Singing Bowls - Find Your Zen
Unwind with the soothing sounds of Tibetan Singing Bowls. This ancient practice promotes deep relaxation and mindfulness, leaving you refreshed and centred. Perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators alike.
Midweek Mirth - Comedy Nights
Enjoy a laugh-filled evening with top comedians every Tuesday. Our comedy nights run from January to March, promising sharp wit and endless giggles. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and laughter!
Daily Quiz Challenge
Test your trivia skills with our new Daily Quiz! Pick up your quiz sheet at breakfast and return it to the “Quiz Vault” for your chance to win exclusive Potters merchandise on stage each evening. Challenge yourself and take home the Quiz Champion title!
Tibetan Singing Bowls - Find Your Zen
Unwind with the soothing sounds of Tibetan Singing Bowls. This ancient practice promotes deep relaxation and mindfulness, leaving you refreshed and centred. Perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators alike.
Midweek Mirth - Comedy Nights
Enjoy a laugh-filled evening with top comedians every Tuesday. Our comedy nights run from January to March, promising sharp wit and endless giggles. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and laughter!
Daily Quiz Challenge
Test your trivia skills with our new Daily Quiz! Pick up your quiz sheet at breakfast and return it to the “Quiz Vault” for your chance to win exclusive Potters merchandise on stage each evening. Challenge yourself and take home the Quiz Champion title!
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 this Winter, 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
Experience a vibrant winter getaway at Potters Resorts in Norfolk or Essex this January or February! Our weather-proof programme is jam-packed with exciting and innovative activities to fill your days with fun and relaxation.
Dance the night away with our Silent Disco, become the Ultimate Quizzer, captivate your imagination with Mixed Reality, or capture memorable moments with photography sessions. Unleash your inner artist in our Pinch Pottery workshop, Drawing Masterclass, or the friendly Craft & A Cuppa sessions. You can also craft for a cause with Knit & Natter or learn Macrame.
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 Atlas Theatre comes alive with electrifying productions, showcasing music, dance, and non-stop hits spanning a variety of genres. We even have the very special Opera Boys joining us for one night only on 2nd Januray 2025.
And there’s even more to laugh about! On our Winter Midweek Breaks, we bring top comedians to the stage to ensure your evenings are brimming with laughter. Here’s the full line-up of who’s set to appear:
7th January - Lloyd Hollett
14th January - Scott Miller
21st, 28th January and 25th February - Jo Little
4th February - Rudi Lickwood
11th February and 4th, 11th March - Kev Orkian
18th February - Jeff Stevenson
18th March - Jason Paterson
25th March - Brandon Barrett
Inclusive Drinks
A break at Potters is truly fully inclusive, which means your bank balance gets a rest too as we’ve got your drinks tab covered from the time you arrive, to the time you leave. 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.
Great times
“Visited Potters Five Lakes multiple times since it opened. The facilities are great - so many activities to do and always a quiz/game show etc. put on by the Entertainment Team. The evening shows are West End-quality and all of the staff are so friendly and helpful. As it’s all inclusive it represents excellent value for money. Would highly recommend.”
SQu - TripAdvisor Review, Feb 24
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 short breaks at Five Lakes throughout the Winter.
Format:
• Teams of four
• Three guaranteed games (up to 90 mins each)
• Knockout matches for top performing teams
• ams 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 and Fun Bowls
This popular break is hosted at Five Lakes in January, and is perfect for those wishing to combine two popular pastimes.
Hosted by Eddie & Kathy Williams who we’ve worked with at Potters for over ten years, you can play afternoon and evening bridge tournaments with a fun bowls session each morning.
Please note, these breaks do not feature an Indoor Bowls Tournament.
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
