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Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth Christmas Market!
Step into a Christmas fairy tale at the magnificent Doddington Hall, a stunning Elizabethan mansion beautifully dressed in its festive finery with an included two course lunch!
Join us as we visit the Thursford Christmas Spectacular, the biggest Christmas show of its type in Europe! Set in the magical surroundings of fairground carousels, with fabulous dancing, music and laughter.
Duration: 2 Days
Prepare to be bewitched by winding, sparkling paths illuminated by over one million lights in this extravagant evening, which is definitely one to see for yourself.
Duration: 2 Days
Manchester's Christmas Markets have been attracting thousands of visitors to the city centre almost every year since 1998 offering mouth-watering international food, drinks and delicately crafted Yuletide gifts in the heart of this buzzing city.
01/12/2026
Synonymous with Christmas, you'll find beautifully hand-crafted items and gifts presented by over a hundred craftsmen, artists and designers. Equally, the Food Hall provides a fabulous array of food and drink from regional and national producers and retailers.
With a wide range of events throughout the day, Whitby's Christmas Festival is the perfect place to come and enjoy a Jolly day!
The Piece Hall Winter Makers Market returns, showcasing some of the region’s favourite independent craft stalls, artisan makers and pop-up food and drink traders.
21/11/2026
Bakewell's Market is the only market of its kind in the Peak District National Park and hosts over one-hundred-and-fifty unique stalls with plenty of opportunities to buy extra special crafts and locally produced food in the lead up to Christmas!
Lights, camera, action! Join Skills for another festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas show in the country! The Thursford Christmas Spectacular promises an experience of mesmerising sparkle and festive delight on this unique performance that delivers non-stop singing, dancing, comedy and music.
Duration: 3 Days
Christmas lovers won’t want to miss this fantastic Turkey & Tinsel treat in Torbay with a festive package that will leave you ‘Rocking Around the Christmas Tree!'
Duration: 5 Days
Step into Christmas with a visit to a unique continental Christmas market
Duration: 4 Days23/11/2026
Prepare to be bewitched by Christmas at Kew Gardens with winding, sparkling paths illuminated by over one million lights in this extravagant evening, which is definitely one to see for yourself.
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Gates Garden Centre has been family-run for more than fifty years; join us at the centre's one-stop Christmas shop is filled with excitement in every area, home to beautifully detailed displays and the perfect place to elevate your festive décor.
16/12/2026
Experience the thrill of an early Christmas celebration in enchanting Cornwall. Our turkey and tinsel treat, located in a quayside hotel in the picturesque town of Looe, offers a unique blend of festive food, fun, and entertainment.
Duration: 4 Days
Discover perfect presents for friends and family from over a hundred boutique stalls and designers all located in the Cathedral's magnificent nave and Lady Chapel.
Eat, drink and be merry on this tremendous festive break as we combine the dramatic scenery of Yorkshire’s rugged Pennine Moors with a visit to historic Haworth and the excitement of the traditional atmosphere of a German Christmas Market in the heart of Leeds.
Duration: 2 Days
Prepare to be bewitched by winding, sparkling paths illuminated by over one million lights in this extravagant evening, which is definitely one to see for yourself.
Duration: 2 Days
Experience the magic of Christmas at Tatton Park, a festive wonderland nestled in the heart of Cheshire.
If you love all things festive then you won’t want to miss our ‘tree-riffic’ Turkey & Tinsel break in Bournemouth! Our dazzling package includes evening entertainment, a New Year’s Eve style celebration and visits to Lyndhurst, Burley and Salisbury.
Duration: 5 Days
Enjoy the fresh sea air and traditional seaside atmosphere on our festive getaway with all the festive treats you could desire!
Duration: 5 Days
Explore Liverpool this festive season, an exciting city filled with an exhilarating atmosphere and classic buildings.
Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth Christmas Market!
10/12/2026
Step into a magical Christmas at Springfields Shopping Outlet, home to over fifty unique retailers, restaurants and cafes.
Shoppers are in for a magical time at the Chester Christmas Market with over 70 traditional wooden chalets wrapped around a sparkling Christmas tree in the heart of the city!
Lights, camera, action! Join Skills for another festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas show in Europe!
Step back in time and experience a truly traditional Christmas at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North. From Georgian times right the way through to the 1950s, this open-air museum is one of the best in the world.
Duration: 3 Days11/12/2026
The Scottish capital turns on its Christmas charm as we head north for some pre-Christmas cheer. Twinkling lights line the city’s cobbled streets adorned with seasonal markets, enchanting sounds and mouth-watering flavours.
Duration: 3 Days
Join us for the Ulverston Dickensian Christmas Festival this winter. Held in a charming Cumbrian market town, this festival recreates the festive atmosphere of yesteryear, with locals and visitors alike embracing the spirit of the season in period attire.
Duration: 3 Days
Don your Santa hat and soak up the wonderful festive atmosphere with this weekend getaway to the fabulous Chester and Liverpool during the build up to the festive season.
Duration: 2 Days
Travel back in time this Christmas as we visit the annual Grassington Christmas Market, home to a glorious array of sights, tastes, and smells in a bygone setting.
‘Roll up, Roll up’ the Christmas Market returns to the Gloucester Quays!
Experience the enchanting charm of Germany and Belgium's most delightful Christmas markets, where twinkling lights and the aroma of spiced treats fill the air.
Duration: 6 Days
Known as the 'Venice of the North', Bruges is a stunning destination at Christmas, famed for a festival of light and its locally-made waffles, beer, and chocolate. Meanwhile, Brussels, Belgium's capital city, is a must-visit destination for Christmas lovers everywhere.
Duration: 4 Days
Step into a winter wonderland in the heart of Oxford's city centre, where the spirit of the season comes alive.
18/12/2026
Lights, camera, action! Join Skills for another festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas show in the country! The Thursford Christmas Spectacular promises an experience of mesmerising sparkle and festive delight on this unique performance that delivers non-stop singing, dancing, comedy and music.
Duration: 3 Days02/12/2026
The English Riviera is a magical place during the winter months and with our unbeatable festively themed package, which includes visits to Exeter, Dartmouth and Totnes - all you will want for Christmas is to come along and enjoy this incredible value!
Duration: 5 Days
Join us at Haddon Hall and explore over 180 talented artisans and makers will showcase their work, creating a luxurious Christmas shopping experience.
Enjoy visits to the picturesque Christmas Markets dotted along the banks of the Rhine and Moselle rivers, experiencing the festivities in Cochem, Koblenz and Rüdesheim.
Duration: 4 Days
Step into Christmas like no other at Belvoir Castle. This historic estate transforms into a winter wonderland filled with sparkling lights, storybook décor and heartwarming experiences for all ages.
There’s nothing like the unique atmosphere of Disney Enchanted Christmas to bring your loved ones together and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime!
Duration: 4 Days
Step back in time as Victorian ladies, gentlemen, chimney sweeps, and merchants fill the historic streets and explore more than 200 stalls at Worcester's Victorian Christmas Fayre.
Soak up the sights, smells and sounds of the festive season at Bath Christmas Markets with over 150 twinkling chalets packed with Christmas splendour, stocking fillers, crafts and gifts.
Travel back in time this Christmas as we visit the annual Grassington Christmas Market, home to a glorious array of sights, tastes, and smells in a bygone setting.
Duration: 2 Days
Discover the festive charm of Knaresborough and Ripon, two of Yorkshire's most beloved towns this Christmas.
Complete your festive period with a visit to Leeds Christmas Market, one of the UK's most established German Christmas markets!
With over 300 stalls and stallholders dressed in Victorian costumes, if you're looking for that perfect Christmas gift or simply want to soak up the festive spirit, this is the place to be.
Why wait for Christmas? Enjoy the best of Bournemouth on this much-loved Turkey and Tinsel break exploring the delightful Dorset Coast and the New Forest.
Duration: 5 Days
Enjoy Beamish's unique Yuletide celebrations, taste scrumptious seasonal cooking and be amazed as your favourite parts of the museum are beautifully decorated for the festive season.
The ‘Gateway to the Dales’ presents Skipton’s famous Christmas Market!
Shoppers are in for a magical time at the Chester Christmas Market with over 70 traditional wooden chalets wrapped around a sparkling Christmas tree in the heart of the city!
Visited from all over the world, these traditional German Christmas markets are guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit!
Duration: 5 Days
If you love all things festive, you won't want to miss our 'tree-riffic' Scarborough Turkey & Tinsel Treat! Our excellent package includes evening entertainment, so be sure to get into a fantastic mood before Christmas rolls around.
Duration: 5 Days Prepare to be bewitched by Christmas at Kew Gardens with winding, sparkling paths illuminated by over one million lights in this extravagant evening, which is definitely one to see for yourself.
Experience the magic of the festive season at Wentworth Woodhouse. Wander through exquisitely decorated State Rooms during this year’s Christmas-themed event.
With a Christmas Market just waiting to be explored, you'll also find fascinating shops and smart little tearooms throughout Harrogate.
Prepare for an extraordinary festive display and explore the magnificent Castle Howard at Christmas.
The Scottish capital turns on its Christmas charm as we head north for some pre-Christmas cheer. Twinkling lights line the city’s cobbled streets adorned with seasonal markets, enchanting sounds and mouth-watering flavours.
Duration: 3 Days Explore Haarlem’s inner city and "Step into Christmas" as it is transformed into one of the largest Christmas markets in the Netherlands! Home to cobbled streets and winding waterways - the medieval city of Haarlem is one of the prettiest destinations in the Netherlands.
Duration: 3 Days
Celebrate the Christmas season on the Seine and embark on a unique cruise in the heart of the sublime French capital, discover the city's heritage and experience the city of love from a new perspective!
Duration: 4 Days
Join us as we visit the Thursford Christmas Spectacular, the biggest Christmas show of its type in Europe! Set in the magical surroundings of fairground carousels, with fabulous dancing, music and laughter.
Duration: 3 Days Lights, camera, action! Join Skills for another festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas show in Europe!
Step Back in Time This Christmas at Blists Hill
Dig out your favourite hat and woolly jumper and join in with the annual festivities in Lincoln and Beverley.
Duration: 2 Days
Christmas begins when Oxfordshire's breathtaking Blenheim Palace is transformed into a magical winter wonderland!
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Prepare to fall in love with Yuletide Germany as we visit the enchanting Cologne and Düsseldorf Christmas Markets!
Duration: 4 Days
Add a little sparkle to your festive season and wander through Lincolnshire's Belton House, home to spectacular rooms, twinkling lights and showstopping Christmas trees.
Each Christmas, the majestic Castle Howard hosts its Christmas celebrations: inside, you'll find breathtaking interiors adorned with thousands of garlands, candles and wreaths.
Duration: 2 Days Visited from all over the world, these traditional German Christmas markets are guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit!
Duration: 4 Days
Explore stunning Blackpool this Christmas as the world-famous illuminations are back!
Do you believe? We do, which is why we are inviting you to experience a magical Christmas experience unlike any other. Join us on board The Polar Express Train Ride™, which will be steaming to the Wensleydale Railway this December.
Duration: 2 Days
Spend your Christmas and New Year break on Spain's beautiful Costa Brava!
Duration: 14 Days Spend the Christmas season with all the trimmings on Spain's beautiful Costa Brava!
Duration: 9 Days Sitting amongst two-thousand acres of parkland, explore the exquisite palace with rooms decked in all their festive finery and hidden surprises - your very merriest Christmas starts here.
Home to peaceful mountain scenery, majestic lakes and famous Christmas Markets, our festive adventure is the perfect way to experience all the magic of the Austrian Alps.
Duration: 8 Days
Staying in Carrbridge, explore the heart of the Highlands and experience festive dining and a host of entertainment that will even leave Scrooge wishing it 'could be Christmas every day!'
Duration: 5 Days
Join us at the majestic Stonecross Manor for a very Merry Christmas in the Lake District this festive season.
Duration: 5 Days
Staying along Llandudno's stunning coastline, our holiday break features excursions to Anglesey, Snowdonia National Park and Chester, with lots of festive treats included along the way, including tickets to a traditional panto!
Duration: 5 Days
Alongside plenty of festive fun and fancy, you'll enjoy visits exploring the best of Oxfordshire and Warwickshire with a stop at Blenheim Palace too!
Duration: 5 Days
Enjoy Christmas by the sea in enchanting Torquay. With stunning seafronts, stylish marinas and beautiful beaches, you don’t have to travel far to feel like you’re in the middle of the Mediterranean (sunshine not guaranteed).
Duration: 5 Days.jpeg)
This Christmas, join us alongside Andreas and his family for another year at the exquisite Hotel Wagner, nestled in the picture-perfect Rhine Valley.
Duration: 6 Days
Discover the historic charm of Lincoln, the breathtaking landscapes of the Lincolnshire Wolds and the market town of Beverley, bursting with all the warmth and charm of the season.
Duration: 5 Days
Adorned in twinkling Christmas attire, experience the magic of Castle Howard at Christmas, the tranquillity of the North Yorkshire Moors and York, famous for its historic streets and festive feel.
Duration: 5 Days Wrap up with visits to Salisbury, Lyndhurst and Lymington alongside our full Christmas break package at our seaside hotel - it’s sure to fill you, your family and friends with Christmas cheer.
Duration: 5 Days With tickets to the world-famous Thursford Christmas Spectacular and excursions to Cromer, Sheringham and the UNESCO City of Literature, Norwich, this holiday promises to celebrate the most beautiful time of the year with a bang.
Duration: 5 Days
Join us on this stunning Christmas Break in Ayreshire, as we explore some of Scotland’s most beautiful destinations.
Duration: 5 Days "It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" and this year you can celebrate with us in Eastbourne and relax in the company of friends.
Duration: 5 Days
Covent Garden is the king of the London Christmas markets, housed in and around the iconic Market Building and Piazzas, Covent Garden is an architectural masterpiece.
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