Beamish & Durham at Christmas

Take a step back in time and experience a truly traditional Christmas at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North. Immerse yourselves in the traditions of years gone by as you explore one of the best open-air museums in the world. Our special break will also take you to the captivating cities of Durham & York, giving you a perfect opportunity to explore.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

2 nights half board

Admission into Beamish - The Living Museum of the North

Visits to Durham & York

Day 1

Wrap up warm as we visit the captivating city of Durham, home to cobbled streets crowned by the dramatic Durham Cathedral. Explore the cathedral's fascinating heritage and maybe even catch a special carol service or Christmas concerts. After some free time here, we continue to our hotel with time to settle in before dinner.

Day 2

On our way to Beamish, we enjoy a short photo opportunity at Antony Gormley's Angel of the North, the UK's most famous piece of public art. Discover unique Yuletide celebrations today at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North. Taste scrumptious seasonal cooking and be amazed as your favourite parts of the museum are beautifully decorated for the festive season. Savour the aroma of delicious home-baked goods cooking on the range, listen to merry music and try your hand at traditional crafts. No festive season is complete without a visit to Father Christmas, or even a spin on the real ice rink!

Day 3

After breakfast, we enjoy some free time in the walled city of York. With more attractions per square mile than anywhere else in the UK, why not take the time to visit the National Railway Museum, the famous Shambles, follow a trail around the historic City Walls, or browse the famous St Nicholas Fair.

Holiday Inn Washington 3*

The Holiday Inn Washington is renowned for its friendly staff and warm northern welcome. With an established restaurant and a contemporary lounge and bar area, this hotel is ideal for our Easter break.

Hotel Facilities

• Bar/Restaurant

• Lounge

• Lift

• Wi-Fi

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG