Christmastime at Downton and Bath Festive Market
Travel by Coach
2days from
£229*per person
Overview
You are warmly invited to discover Highclere Castle at Christmas, where the ‘real Downton Abbey’ is transformed into a festive Victorian wonderland, beautifully illuminated by sparkling decorations and a feast of glittering gold. As per tradition, the festivities can only begin once the lights are twinkling on the huge saloon tree, lovingly adorned by all the staff and a truly enchanting centrepiece. Listen to Christmas Carols during our time here, explore the Egyptian exhibition hidden in the castle cellar and embark on a refreshing, wintry walk in the gardens. We also stop at Bath’s wonderfully festive market to indulge in a few seasonal delights and warming tipples – this is a lovely treat in the run-up to Christmas.
Itinerary
- From a morning pickup in your local area, we travel by coach to Bath where we have time to explore the beautiful Christmas market, set against the backdrop of the city’s historic streets and illuminated abbey. Browse the many stalls packed with handcrafted gifts and enjoy an early dinner at one of the many food stalls (not included). Afterwards, we head to the hotel for our relaxing overnight stay.
- After breakfast, we make our way to Highclere Castle by coach for our visit. We have plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere on offer inside the castle along with included admission to the garden and the Egyptian exhibition. The decorations are a sight to behold, where stunning garlands are attached with ribbon so as to not damage the historic oak staircase. There is also time to relax in the tearoom before we rejoin the coach in the late afternoon for the journey home.
What's Included
Holiday Highlights
- Visit to Highclere Castle
- Copy of Lady Carnarvon’s book Christmas at Highclere (one per person)
- En-route visit to Bath Christmas Market
Our Price Includes
- Return coach travel
- One nights' three or four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at a selected hotel
- Visit to Highclere Castle
- Copy of Lady Carnarvon’s book Christmas at Highclere (one per person)
- En-route visit to Bath Christmas Market
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Dates and Prices
Accommodation
A well-appointed 3 or 4-star hotel. -
The comfortable rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.
Hotel accessibility information:
Your hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.
Other Information
Single room supplement £50pp
Pick up locations for this tour are:
(04/12/24) Alfreton, Anlaby, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Barnsley, Belper, Beverley, Bradford, Burton-upon-Trent, Chesterfield, Coalville, Cottingham, Derby, Doncaster, Elloughton, Goole, Hessle, Hull, Keighley,Leeds, Rotherham, Sheffield, Skipton, Swadlincote, Wakefield.
(05/12/24) Accrington, Bebington, Birkenhead, Blackburn, Burnley, Chorley, Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Heswall, Kidsgrove, Knutsford Services (M6), Leigh, Leyland, Liverpool, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Northwich, Preston, Runcorn, St Helens, Stoke-on-Trent, Wallasey, Warrington, Widnes, Wigan.
(06/12/24) Billingham Bishop Auckland, Castleford, Chester-le-Street, Darlington, Doncaster, Durham, Gateshead, Guisborough, Harrogate, Hartlepool, Heworth, Middlesbrough, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Shields, Northallerton, Peterlee, Pontefract, Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Selby, South Shields, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland, Thirsk, Wallsend, Washington, Wetherby, Wetherby Services (A1(M)), Whitley Bay, York.
(07/12/24) Banstead, Basildon, Bexley, Braintree, Brentwood, Bromley, Canvey Island, Chelmsford, Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester, Croydon, Dartford, Epsom, Felixstowe, Frinton-on-Sea, Grays, Harwich, Ipswich, Lewisham, Rayleigh, Romford, South Benfleet, Southend, Stanford-le-Hope, Sutton, Thurrock Services(M25), Tilbury.
Important note: For operational reasons, we may occasionally need to use feeder vehicles to fulfil our tours. Similarly for operational reasons, it may be necessary to change your pickup point from your selected pickup point, but we will always notify you of these changes before you depart. Terms & Conditions apply.
Pick up locations for this tour are:
(04/12/24) Alfreton, Anlaby, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Barnsley, Belper, Beverley, Bradford, Burton-upon-Trent, Chesterfield, Coalville, Cottingham, Derby, Doncaster, Elloughton, Goole, Hessle, Hull, Keighley,Leeds, Rotherham, Sheffield, Skipton, Swadlincote, Wakefield.
(05/12/24) Accrington, Bebington, Birkenhead, Blackburn, Burnley, Chorley, Crewe, Ellesmere Port, Heswall, Kidsgrove, Knutsford Services (M6), Leigh, Leyland, Liverpool, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Northwich, Preston, Runcorn, St Helens, Stoke-on-Trent, Wallasey, Warrington, Widnes, Wigan.
(06/12/24) Billingham Bishop Auckland, Castleford, Chester-le-Street, Darlington, Doncaster, Durham, Gateshead, Guisborough, Harrogate, Hartlepool, Heworth, Middlesbrough, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North Shields, Northallerton, Peterlee, Pontefract, Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Selby, South Shields, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland, Thirsk, Wallsend, Washington, Wetherby, Wetherby Services (A1(M)), Whitley Bay, York.
(07/12/24) Banstead, Basildon, Bexley, Braintree, Brentwood, Bromley, Canvey Island, Chelmsford, Clacton-on-Sea, Colchester, Croydon, Dartford, Epsom, Felixstowe, Frinton-on-Sea, Grays, Harwich, Ipswich, Lewisham, Rayleigh, Romford, South Benfleet, Southend, Stanford-le-Hope, Sutton, Thurrock Services(M25), Tilbury.
Important note: For operational reasons, we may occasionally need to use feeder vehicles to fulfil our tours. Similarly for operational reasons, it may be necessary to change your pickup point from your selected pickup point, but we will always notify you of these changes before you depart. Terms & Conditions apply.
Holiday code
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