Booked a Twixmas Break for just me in local hotel on impulse

I think you have done the right thing. A widowed friend did something similar some years after her husband died, and although initially nervous she was astonished to rediscover that she actually enjoyed her own company, making everyday decisions without consultation, and being free to wander the place where she had chosen to stay as she wished.
Three days is just the right length.

I am having similar ideas, having just lost my dog. However, I'd like to go somewhere quiet over Xmas without all the fuss, so that pitying people don't feel obliged to invite me. I only want to be alone.

What a brilliant idea. You say 3 days ‘between’ Christmas and New Year. So what about Christmas Day itself ? I’ve often thought of spending Christmas Day in a nice hotel among strangers . That sounds weird I know, but it will be different. I’m sure my family won’t miss me, but they might conclude I’ve gone off my rocker 😂

I'm sure it'll be fine.

If you have the odd wobble, well log on here and have a read and a chat.

I think you're incredibly brave, regardless.

Sounds amazing!! Have a lovely time xx

Fab idea! Hope you have a great time. Put your feet up, enjoy other people catering for you and get some sea air down your lungs. 👏👏

Congratulations on finding the courage to book yourself a mini break between Christmas and New year. I hope you have an enjoyable, short holiday. Like you, I am widowed and when I return to my home town to visit friends I stay on my own in an hotel. It's a different experience to yours of course as there's no entertainment etc.
People will most likely be friendly towards you, there might even be another lady who is alone, who would be glad of someone to chat to.
Wishing you a happy time and looking forward to hearing about your break.
PS, I used to live in Lytham St Anne's and Lytham.

Oh that sounds brilliant.

Definitely the right thing to do. When you are on your own it's much easier for others to approach you and start chatting.
After being a couple for so long it wont be easy and naturally you're anxious about it but I think it's a really good move.
Please do let us know how it all works out.

Great idea. I'm sure you'll have a good time. You deserve it!

I think it is a great idea. I hope it works for you.