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LONDON SHOWBOAT Enjoy a unique Christmas Showboat City Cruise on River Thames! What better way to enjoy Christmas in London with our London Christmas Party Cruise? No crowds, great views, and a 3 course Christmas dinner. Watch the sights of London glide past the panoramic windows. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS London | Showboat City Cruise DAY ONE – Arrival and Showboat City Cruise We arrive in London in the afternoon and check into our hotel before boarding the Riverliner from the hotel’s pier. Enjoy a welcome drink as we cruise the Thames, taking in London’s iconic sights by night while enjoying a 3 course festive dinner. After dinner, dance to a live DJ or step out on deck to admire the city’s sparkling Christmas lights before returning to the hotel. DAY TWO – London and Departure Enjoy a full English breakfast in your hotel, enjoy some free time to explore the sites of the Capital. There may be time to visit the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park or the Christmas stalls on the South Bank of the Thames, which should really get you into the Christmas spirit. We then make our journey home with comfort stops en route.
BELVOIR CASTLE AND BELTON HOUSE FESTIVE LIGHT TRAIL Get ready for a festive adventure filled with enchanting holiday magic! We’ll start our journey with a visit to the magnificent Belvoir Castle where you will be able to immerse yourself in the grandeur and festive charm of this beautiful castle. We also visit Belton House where you will be able to wander through the estate and marvel at their magical Christmas lights trail. Let the holiday spirit light up your heart and create cherished memories on this journey. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Grantham | Festive Belvoir Castle | Belton House Festival of Light | Nottingham Christmas Market DAY ONE – Arrival We depart from your home make our way towards Lincolnshire, stopping en route in Bakewell before arriving late afternoon at our hotel to be greeted with tea and biscuits whilst your luggage is taken to your room. You’ll have time to relax before dinner followed by After breakfast, we journey to Belvoir Castle - festively decorated by award-winning interior designer, Charlotte Lloyd-Webber. The castle is one of the finest surviving examples of Regency architecture to be found anywhere in the world. Step back in time as you travel through the exquisitely styled state rooms of the castle, each adorned with trees, lights, and dramatic festive displays. DAY THREE – Nottingham and Belton House This morning we head to Nottingham where we visit the city’s Christmas markets. Alpine chalets line the streets offering everything from hand-made gifts to delicious food and mulled wine from local and international traders. Later we journey to Belton House to experience their spectacular Festival of Light trail. Experience sparkling tunnels of light, dancing waterside reflections and trees drenched in jewel- like colour. Prepare to be mesmerised with flickering flames in the fire garden, and larger-than-life illuminations and don’t forget to glimpse to watch for Father Christmas along the way. DAY FOUR – Departure After breakfast, we depart the hotel and begin the journey home with fond memories of our time away. entertainment this evening. DAY TWO – Belvoir Castle
CHRISTMAS AT AUCKLAND CASTLE AND FESTIVE BEAMISH Join us for a festive weekend getaway to the northeast, where you’ll explore the beautifully decorated Auckland Castle, the proud home of the Bishops of Durham. Immerse yourself in Christmas traditions of the past with a visit to the famous Beamish open-air museum, where you’ll step back in time to experience Christmas from days gone by. It’s the perfect holiday to get into the festive spirit! HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Beamish Open Air Museum | Auckland Castle and Faith Museum | Durham DAY ONE – Arrival We depart from your home and travel to Durham arriving late afternoon you will have time to relax before dinner this evening. DAY TWO – Auckland Castle After a leisurely breakfast, we make the journey to Auckland Castle. This proud home of the Bishops of Durham stands as one of the best-preserved Bishops’ Palaces in Europe. Over the last decade, the site has undertaken major renovation work to bring the castle back to its former splendour. Enjoy time at leisure to explore the festively decorated castle with staterooms designed to tell the history and story of the bishops that lived here. Included in our visit is entry to the Faith Museum. Newly opened in 2024, the museum looks to contemplate the ideas, implications, and impact of faith in Britain. DAY THREE – Beamish Living Museum What better way to count down to Christmas than by visiting the winter wonderland at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North? Today, we step back in time to experience Christmas from days gone by. Wander through the beautifully decorated Town Street, Pit Village, Home Farm, and Pockerley Old Hall, all brimming with festive charm. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to grab a warm drink or a bite to eat as you take in the sights and sounds of a traditional Christmas. After a delightful day, we’ll return to our hotel with plenty of time to relax before dinner. DAY FOUR – Departure After breakfast we leave our hotel and make our journey home with comfort stops en route.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES ✔ Luxury coach trave l ✔ 1 night accommodation and breakfast ✔ Showboat City Cruise.
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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON LONDON | DOCKLANDS RIVERSIDE A 4-star accommodation with stunning Canary Wharf views. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, gym access, and 24-hour room service. En suite rooms feature a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and tea & coffee facilities, with many boasting river or city views. The hotel has a lift.
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WINDSOR CASTLE AT CHRISTMAS
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES ✔ Luxury coach trave l ✔ Home pick-up ✔ 3 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast ✔ Porterage on arrival and departure ✔ Welcome tea & coffee and biscuits on arrival ✔ Belton House Festival of Light ✔ Belvoir Castle.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES ✔ Luxury coach trave l ✔ Home pick-up ✔ 3 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast ✔ Porterage on arrival and departure ✔ Admission to Beamish Open-Air Museum ✔ Christmas at Auckland Castle & Faith Museum.
A fairy-tale Christmas at Windsor. Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Windsor Castle at Christmas DAY ONE – Arrival We depart from your selected pick-up point and travel south to our hotel with time to relax before dinner this evening. DAY TWO – Christmas at Windsor Castle and Departure Today we enjoy a memorable visit to Windsor, a town steeped in over 1,000 years of royal heritage and home to the British monarchy. Our excursion includes entrance to the magnificent Windsor Castle and its State Apartments, with an audio guide to enhance your experience. As part of the winter festivities, the Castle is beautifully adorned with seasonal displays, creating a truly magical atmosphere. A highlight of the visit is the breathtaking 6-metre (20-foot) Christmas tree in St George’s Hall, sourced from Windsor Great Park and decorated with hundreds of sparkling lights and ornaments — a festive spectacle not to be missed.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES ✔ Luxury coach trave l ✔ 1 night accommodation, dinner & breakfast ✔ Tea & coffee after dinner (self-service) ✔ Admission to Windsor Castle and State Apartments.
REDWORTH HALL HOTEL | DURHAM A stunning Jacobean house surrounded by landscaped gardens and woodland, offering a traditional atmosphere with a modern twist. Features include a restaurant, bar, lounge, and leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, gym, spa pool, steam room, and solarium. All bedrooms are en suite and have tea & coffee making facilities, TV, and a hairdryer. The hotel has a lift.
THE BARN HOTEL & SPA | GRANTHAM The hotel is a delightful tranquil retreat set in the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside near the village of Marston. The hotel prides itself on the quality of its food and hotel facilities which include a Health Club & Spa with indoor pool, sauna & spa. All bedrooms have TV, telephone, hairdryer, and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift.
HOLIDAY INN LONDON, BATH ROAD | HEATHROW Only a short drive away from Windsor Castle, this contemporary and spacious hotel offers everything you would expect from a hotel of this nature. Free Wi-Fi, smart TVs, USB ports, and tea & coffee making facilities are available. The hotel has a lift.
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4 £66 SINGLE JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE £36 FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 118 5 - 8 DEC 2025 FRIDAY £479
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2 £36 SINGLE JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE £35 FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS SEE PAGE 118 12 - 13 DEC 2025 FRIDAY £249
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