Christmas in the Peak District SATURDAY 23RD – WEDNESDAY 27TH DECEMBER £899pp From our stylish base near Derby we feature the Cities of Lichfield and Derby, both with their own character, and an excellent programme of hotel entertainment. Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to our hotel, pausing at Melton Mowbray to stretch our legs. We will enjoy mulled wine and mince pies as we check in and a drinks reception before dinner which will be followed with in-house entertainment. Day 2 ‘Christmas Eve’ After breakfast, we start the day with a drive south to the City of Lichfield. Here there is much to see and do, particularly the stunning Lichfield Cathedral, set in a remarkable and serene close. Over 800 years old the building is the third on the site and is well worth a visit. When we arrive back at the hotel, warm up for dinner with festive cream tea and in-house entertainment, topped off with a choice of hot chocolate, mulled wine & shortbread to end the day. Day 3 ‘Christmas Day’ Merry Christmas to all! After a breakfast complete with a glass of Bucks Fizz enjoy a leisurely stroll into the village. Arrive back at the hotel to a glass of Cranberry Fizz before your Christmas Lunch. Later, relax and listen to the Queen’s speech with afternoon tea followed by a Christmas gift for every guest. Dinner tonight is buffet style and is followed by in-house entertainment. Day 4 ‘Boxing Day’ After breakfast, the city of Derby is our destination this morning with chance to visit the sales and explore the city before we return to the hotel for tea, coffee and cake. This afternoon, relax in and around the hotel, maybe enjoy a swim before dinner is served. The day ends with musical entertainment. Day 5 Departing after breakfast, we head for home pausing at Stamford on the way.
Christmas in Plymouth
SATURDAY 23RD – WEDNESDAY 27TH DECEMBER
£969pp
Celebrate Christmas in the West Country from our base in Plymouth featuring two half day excursions to Cornwall and rugged Dartmoor. Day 1 Following a collection from home we head to our hotel in Plymouth. This evening we enjoy musical entertainment after dinner. Day 2 ‘Christmas Eve’ This morning we cross the Tamar Bridge at Saltash into Cornwall for a visit to the resort of Looe, returning to the hotel in time for lunch. The afternoon is free for you to explore – visit the famous Barbican, the Hoe, or look around the city centre and search for that last minute present. Later in the afternoon tea & mince pies are available. Relax before dinner and tonight’s entertainment. For those wishing to attend Midnight Mass details of local church services will be available at hotel reception, with mulled wine on your return. Day 3 ‘Christmas Day’ Merry Christmas to all! Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, enter the Chef’s Christmas Cake Competition, and then perhaps a stroll in the city or along the Hoe to work up an appetite for Traditional Christmas Lunch. Listen to the Queen’s Speech and have a relaxing afternoon with a slice of Christmas cake and maybe a few board games will take you to this evening’s buffet. The evening ends with festive fun and games. Day 4 ‘Boxing Day’ We have a morning excursion along the Tamar Valley to Tavistock and the edge of Dartmoor before returning for lunch. This afternoon is free for you to do as you wish. Pastries and tea are served this afternoon and tonight sees our Farewell Gala Dinner and a final night live entertainment. Day 5 Departing after breakfast, we head for home.
AT A GLANCE ] Lichfield ] Derby ] Festive Entertainment Best Western Derby Mickleover Hotel
AT A GLANCE ] Festive Entertainment ] Looe ] Tavistock The Crowne Plaza Hotel
The Crowne Plaza Hotel overlooks the famous Hoe and out towards Plymouth Sound. It is a modern high-rise hotel offering extensive facilities, including leisure club with indoor swimming pool. Spectacular views of the city can be enjoyed from the restaurant and bar on the top floor. All bedrooms are en suite, and have satellite television, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. www.ihg.com
The Signature Collection by Best Western Derby Mickleover Hotel is just a short drive from Derby, close to the Peak District. This modern hotel offers stylish and contemporary accommodation. Facilities include a bar, restaurant, indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, spa bath and whirlpool. All the bedrooms are en-suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift www.bestwestern.co.uk
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