Day Trips
The award-winning Bath Christmas Market will return this year to spread magical merriment across the city. With over 160 twinkling chalets spread out across the city’s picturesque Georgian streets, it’s the ideal place for a spot of Christmas shopping.
The sort of spectacle that everyone should see at least once, Blackpool Illuminations enthral millions of visitors every year. The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpool’s attraction since 1879
A visit to Cardiff’s Christmas market will rival that of any European city, with rows of beautifully decorated wooden stalls laid out in the pedestrian heart of the city centre and all within walking distance of the transport hubs and attractions such as winter wonderland.
Enjoy a truly magical day out as Castle Howard is transformed for the festive season. Experience the magnificent decorations as you journey through the House’s grand state rooms. Open fires, candle light and live music evoke all that we love about this special time of year, with the iconic 25 foot traditional Christmas tree adorned with over 3000 baubles providing a breath-taking highlight in the Great Hall.
Indulge in 145 luxury and high street brands at Cheshire Oaks, followed by Delightful Chester
Over 120 bespoke trade stalls are located in the Cathedral's magnificent nave, its famous Lady Chapel and a heated marquee in the beautiful Cathedral grounds. This high profile event, inside one of Cambridgeshire's most iconic venues, makes Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair a perfect day out.
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Celebrate the incredible biodiversity of Colombia through Kew's spectacularly colourful orchid display.
Visitors to the famous Lincoln Christmas Market will be sure to soak up the festive atmosphere across this large market site, with more than 280 stalls nestled in and around Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Cathedral, and many other venues and streets along the way.
Llandudno Christmas Fayre - Food, Drink and Craft Festival followed by Chester Christmas Market with over 70 traditional wooden chalets situated in the heart of Chester, all wrapped around a sparkling Christmas tree.
From luxury shops such as Harrods, quirky retail outlets like Dover Street Market, to bargain fashions at London's markets and more. It's time to hit the shops in London!
London isn’t short of spectacular and spectacularly tall viewpoints, but The View from The Shard is supreme. At 310 metres, The Shard isn’t only the tallest building in London, it’s the tallest in the whole of Western Europe.
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Tumble outta' bed and stumble to Dolly Parton’s rip-roaring West End musical! 9 to 5 the Musical is getting down to business - with a strictly limited season at the Savoy! Starring Caroline Sheen, Amber Davies, Natalie McQueen, Bonnie Langford and Brian Conley, the smash-hit musical features an Oscar, Grammy and Tony award-nominated score by the Queen of Country herself, Dolly Parton.
The Postal Museum reveals five centuries of British social and communications history through the eyes of its iconic postal service. Alongside permanent exhibition galleries and a temporary exhibition space, Mail Rail, London’s secret Post Office Underground Railway has opened to the public for the first time in its 100 year history, including a subterranean ride through some of the original tunnels.
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From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. This new stage musical reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.
An amazing Day at Longleat including a Safari Park Tour
Ludlow is a thriving medieval market town and an architectural gem with a lively community feel, busy with events and festivals throughout the year. The historic town centre and the 11th century Ludlow Castle are situated on a cliff above the River Teme and are surrounded by the beautiful countryside of south Shropshire and the Welsh Marches.
A Visit to Picturesque Oxford followed by Bicester Village Designer Outlet - Home to more than 160 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, each offers savings of up to 60%, all year round.
Opening in 2020: This ground-breaking RHS project is transforming an historic space in Salford, Greater Manchester, into a beautiful green place for the local community and visitors to enjoy
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'Steam' Great Western Railway Story (Including Admission) plus Swindon Designer Outlet and Gloucester Quays
Nene Valley Railway, Visit to Peterborough Cathedral & 3 Course Lunch
An extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year round favourites. With a cast of 120 this is the biggest Christmas show of it’s kind in Europe!
Over 150 original artefacts from the tomb, including 60 that have never been outside Egypt before, will be on display with the exhibition focusing on the significance of Tutankhamun’s burial items and how they helped the king on his journey to everlasting life.
Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best Christmas Markets in Europe because of its unique location, high quality exhibitors and bustling atmosphere. Wonderful Christmas gifts, decorations and festive foods can be found in abundance, with a delightful Food Court, British Crafts Village, and over 100 chalets to explore.
Soak up the city’s medieval charm and scents of spiced mulled wine this season, as fairs, family fun and festival flavours transform York into a festive fairytale.
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Immerse yourself in the home of iconic locomotives and an unrivalled collection of engineering brilliance at the National Railway Museum.
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