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A World of Festive Tea & Victorian Christmas
Lights up! Blenheim Palace & Waddesdon Manor at Christmas
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Sure to leave you firmly in the festive mood, this fabulous Christmas combo includes a festive afternoon tea at Wedgwood Pottery and a visit to Blists Hill Victorian Town to experience a Victorian Christmas!
This new tour celebrates the festive season with visits to two of the most famous and grand stately homes in England. Blenheim Palace’s Christmas illuminations are a sight to behold and Waddesdon Manor is a festive treat. With some shopping opportunities thrown in, it’s a great way to indulge in all things Christmas!
Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail
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Ironbridge Victorian Christmas
INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Blenheim Palace Christmas Light Trail • Entrance to Waddesdon Manor & Gardens displays and Christmas decorations. We can discover magical light projections on the Manor façade and a glittering light trail through the gardens. Day 4 Departure
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We spend today at the famous World of Wedgwood Pottery. We have plenty of time to explore the Wedgwood Store which features an extensive selection of esteemed Wedgwood and Waterford pieces. Whether we’re drawn to Wild Strawberry or Hummingbird designs, or looking for exquisite crystal stemware and fine bone china, we’ll discover a luxurious array perfect for any occasion. We then enjoy a fabulous festive afternoon tea in the delightful Tea Room. Day 3 Ironbridge Victorian Christmas Today is spent at the charming Ironbridge Victorian Christmas . We experience the magic at Blists Hill Victorian Town, soak up the atmosphere and revel in the traditional celebrations and entertainment 1800s style! Day 4 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home. INCLUSIONS • Visit to Wedgwood Pottery with festive afternoon tea • Entrance to Ironbridge Victorian Christmas Kent Castles at Christmas: Leeds & Hever This enchanting winter tour combines two stunning castles in Kent with fantastic festive inclusions. Embark on the Christmas Lights trail at Leeds Castle and tuck into lunch at Hever Castle.
Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Oxford or Bicester Village & Blenheim Palace This morning, we can choose to visit the city of spires, Oxford, for sightseeing/ shopping or take a trip to Bicester Village Outlets for some Christmas shopping. After plenty of time for lunch, we drive to the fabulous Blenheim Palace with the rest of the day free to explore one of England’s largest houses. As well as being a family home, it is also a mausoleum and national monument, and of course, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. During 2026, Blenheim Palace is undergoing an extensive & much-needed roof restoration project with scaffolding. Day 3 St Albans & Waddesdon Manor This morning we travel to the historic city of St Albans dating back to Roman times with free time to visit its key sights such St Albans Museum & Gallery, Clocktower or spectacular St Albans Cathedral. Or enjoy browsing in the town’s vibrant independent shops. This afternoon, we have a festive treat as we experience the Waddesdon Manor Light Trail. The French Renaissance-style chateau will be transformed with captivating festive
Festive Afternoon Tea
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Holiday Inn Aylesbury Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire (predicted) 3 Nights Half Board DEC 2026 Double for Sole Use Supplement from £90 Based on Friday arrivals Molly says… The light trail at Waddesdon Manor is truly unique, with interactive light displays and beautiful projections lighting up the manor! “
Hilton Garden Inn Stoke-on-Trent Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire plus 3 Nights Half Board DEC 2026 Prices to Follow Based on Friday arrivals
Turkey & Tinsel Extravaganza on the Isle of Wight
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Come and enjoy some festive fun on this lovely island. For history buffs we include Brading Roman Villa, Osborne House and Quarr Abbey whilst for animal lovers, the Donkey Sanctuary is the perfect tonic. We also allow for some ‘My Time’ relaxation.
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Day 1 Arrival & Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle We arrive at our hotel today, enjoying a late afternoon visit to the fabulous Leeds Castle, which rises majestically from the waters of its moat. Here, we embark on the magical Christmas Lights trail with enchanting illuminations, flickering flames and Christmas music bringing a fabulously festive atmosphere to the wonderful grounds. Admire the magnificent castle lit up in colourful splendour. Day 2 Hever Castle & Gardens & Lunch Today we visit the romantic, double- moated, 13th century Hever Castle , well known as the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Inside, we marvel at the beautifully decorated rooms, log fires and twinkling Christmas trees; outside, we explore the illuminated grounds with fabulous colours, festive music and twinkling lights. During our visit, we also tuck into a tasty 2 course lunch. Day 3 Departure INCLUSIONS • Entrance to Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle • Entrance to Hever Castle & Gardens with 2 course lunch
Osborne House at Christmas
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Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle
INCLUSIONS • Return ferry crossing Portsmouth to Fishbourne • Mince pies and hot drinks on arrival • Best Christmas Jumper competition • Visit from Santa • Christmas dinner with all the trimmings • Christmas quiz • Christmas Dress Party • Quiz of the year after dinner & ringing in New Year with a glass of fizz • Live entertainment every night • Brading Roman Villa guided tour • Donkey Sanctuary introduction talk and soup & savoury scone • Winter guided tour at Osborne House
Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Brading Roman Villa & Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary After breakfast, we travel to Brading Roman Villa, with its award-winning visitor centre and museum. The villa offers interactive displays, a collection of Roman artefacts and temporary exhibitions. We then head to the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary where donkeys in need are given a loving and forever home. Here we enjoy a hearty soup and savoury scone . Day 3 Osborne House Ground Floor Tour & Grounds & My Time We spend this morning visiting Osborne House for a winter guided tour of the ground floor and grounds of the house. We head back to the hotel to enjoy some ‘My Time’ at leisure. Day 4 Quarr Abbey Visitor Centre & My Time This morning we head to Quarr Abbey Visitor Centre to learn about the monks who live at the Abbey. We head back to the hotel for ‘My Time’. Day 5 Departure
The Drawing Room, Hever Castle
Bridgewood Manor Hotel Chatham, Kent plus
Channel View Hotel Shanklin, Isle of Wight
2 Nights Half Board DEC 2026 Double for Sole Use Supplement from £59 Based on Wednesday arrivals
4 Nights Half Board NOV 2026 No Single Supplement (max 7 incl driver) Based on Monday arrivals
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