CRIMBO COMBOS
Derbyshire Christmas Combo
Christmas Lights in the Lincolnshire Woods
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4 DAYS from £265
3 DAYS from £199
Explore the beautiful landscapes, heritage and stately homes of this iconic county at a magical time of year. Set in the heart of the Peak District, we visit Chatsworth House at Christmas, enjoy a delicious lunch at elegant St Elphin’s Park and discover the fascinating story of Sir Richard Arkwright.
This delightful Christmas combo features free time in Lincoln to enjoy the city at our own pace, followed by the rather splendid light trail at Belton House that is sure to light up your day!
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Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Lincoln & Belton Christmas Lights
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Christmas at Chatsworth
Illuminations at Belton House
Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Sir Richard Arkwright Mills & Christmas Lunch at The Orangery at St Elphin’s Park This morning, we travel to Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mills for a g uided tour and Arkwright experience. We’ll have time to browse the shops and exhibition before our experienced guide shows us round to discover the industrial innovations that transformed our lives forever. Bringing his story to life in the setting of the mills, a holographic of Richard Arkwright is a real highlight. Afterwards, we enjoy a 2 course Christmas lunch at the luxurious Orangery at St Elphin’s Park, in beautiful surroundings on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Day 3 Chatsworth at Christmas This morning, we visit the magnificent Chatsworth House for a Christmas experience like no other. With a different theme every year, the ornate Painted Hall, State Rooms, Sketch Galleries and Sculpture Gallery are transformed into a magical wonderland with lights and
INCLUSIONS • Mill tour plus the Arkwright Experience at Arkwright Mills • 2 course Christmas lunch at the Orangery at St Elphin’s Park • Chatsworth at Christmas experience incredible decorations. It is a breath-taking festive experience as we walk around this famous stately home. Day 4 Departure
We begin our day with a free morning in Lincoln to browse the shops or explore its magnificent cathedral. One of Europe’s finest Gothic buildings. This afternoon we head to Belton House’s majestic grounds for the glowing winter wonderland of the Belton Christmas Lights to enjoy the illuminated walking trail and admire its many colourful and bright displays. Although Belton House is located across from the hotel, it is recommended the coach is used as the long walkway takes approx 10-20 minutes to walk depending on mobility. Day 3 Departure A must stop before we leave the county, is the fantastic Belton Garden centre which has a superb Christmas shop and a café, where a cake and drink is a must! INCLUSIONS • Belton Christmas Lights
Lincoln Cathedral Nave
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Belton Woods Hotel Belton, Lincolnshire
Courtyard by Marriott Sheffield Hotel Sheffield, South Yorkshire (predicted)
2 Nights Half Board DEC 2027 Single Supplement from £79 Selected dates only
3 Nights Half Board NOV-DEC 2027 Double for Sole Use Supplement from £89
Christmas Markets, Historic Tatton Park & Festive River Cruise Surround yourself with sparkle on this seasonal tour featuring a festive cruise, charming Christmas markets and a visit to Tatton Park.
Red Rose Winter Warmer
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5 DAYS from £446
4 DAYS from £242
This seasonal tour will get you in the Christmas spirit with a great combination of festive experiences as well as time for shopping for the perfect gifts. Visit atmospheric Leighton Hall and take a relaxing festive canal cruise before plenty of shopping at the Oswaldtwistle Mills.
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Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Festive Cruise & Manchester Christmas Market We make our way to Wigan Pier to embark on a lovely 2-hour canal cruise , tucking into a festive afternoon tea as we sail. We spend this afternoon at leisure in the wonderful city of Manchester, exploring the Christmas market and if time allows some of its notable historic or scientific sights. Day 3 Tatton Park & Chester Christmas Market This morning, we visit the impressive 18th century Tatton Park . The mansion is beautifully adorned with natural decorations from the estate, adding a lovely scent to the traditional sights. We then spend time at leisure exploring Chester’s atmospheric Christmas market. Day 4 Departure INCLUSIONS • 3-hour canal cruise with festive afternoon tea • Entrance to Tatton Park Christmas Mansion & Garden
Tatton Park at Christmas
Leighton Hall at Christmas
Day 1 Arrival Day 2 Leighton Hall
INCLUSIONS • Glass of wine with dinner on first night • Cream tea on 1 afternoon • Live musical entertainment on 1 night • Deck the Halls Tour at Leighton Hall • Return 3-hour Festive Cruise on Leeds and Liverpool Canal including a 3-course Christmas dinner • Christmas Party & 3 course lunch at Oswaldtwistle Mills mince pies and live entertainment! Day 5 Departure
AC Manchester Salford Quays Manchester, Greater Manchester plus See page 157 for full description. 3 Nights Bed & Breakfast NOV & DEC 2027 Double for Sole Use Supplement from £120 Based on Friday arrivals HOW ABOUT? ITV’s Coronation Street Experience is located in Salford Quays and runs throughout the year, why not include this on the morning of day 2, before enjoying an afternoon canal cruise? Ask your Account Manager for details.
This morning, we visit Leighton Hall , where we are greeted with coffee & mince pies , before taking a tour of the hall, dressed for Christmas. We then head to Bay View Garden Centre, for free time in their Christmas Shop, plant area and restaurant. We return to the hotel where we will enjoy a delicious cream tea. Day 3 Skipton & Festive Cruise This morning we make our way to Skipton, where we have time to explore the market, before embarking on a 3-hour Festive Cruise on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, which includes a 3-course Christmas dinner including soup, turkey with all the trimmings and Christmas pudding! Day 4 Oswaldtwistle Mills We spend today at the Oswaldtwistle Mills shopping village and garden centre, an award-winning former weaving mill with more than 100 retailers, its own garden centre, mill grounds, craft & sewing centre and even a wildfowl reserve. We have time to browse before joining their Christmas Party which includes a drinks service, homemade Christmas lunch, warm
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Foxfields Country Hotel Clitheroe, Lancashire
See page 161 for full description. 4 Nights Half Board NOV-DEC 2027 Double for Sole Use Supplement from £139 Based on Monday arrivals
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