Birmingham Frankfurt Market & Worcester Victorian Xmas Fayre - 4* Special
- Duration: 3 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TLEI9363
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
3 days
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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Get in the seasonal spirit and let us whisk you away for a fabulous weekend of Christmas shopping and entertainment at some of the UK's top festive destinations.We travel to Worcester to immerse ourselves in a charming blend of history and culture, where medieval streets intertwine with riverside beauty, and for our visit we have the added bonus of the fabulous Victorian Christmas Fayre. Started back in 1992, the Fayre may have grown a lot but it has stayed true to its traditional roots with plenty of Victorian themed characters, festive treats and a wonderful atmosphere, with almost 200 stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts. Hailed as the one of the UK's leading Victorian-themed street markets, it really is the best way to kick start the festive season by soaking up the atmosphere of vibrant colours, harmonious sounds and enticing scents of Christmas.
Then spend a day in Birmingham, a vibrant city brimming with popular tourist attractions as well as a bustling shopping and restaurant scene plus the Frankfurt Christmas Market! Experience the true essence of German Christmas traditions without leaving the UK. Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market, the largest of its kind outside of Germany, captures the authentic festive ambiance with charming wooden stalls, traditional German treats, and the warm glow of twinkling lights.
Finally, we head to Cirencester, dubbed the 'Capital of the Cotswolds', exuding charm as a vibrant market town cherished by locals and visitors alike. Wander its quaint streets adorned with tastefully restored courtyards and independent shops, perfect for leisurely browsing and discovering unique treasures. Experience the festive buzz of Cirencester's market, where local traders showcase high-quality goods ranging from homewares to crafts. It's a delightful opportunity for Christmas shopping, perhaps accompanied by a glass of mulled wine, adding to the seasonal cheer.
You can relax knowing that everything is taken care of. We'll get you there safely and look after the parking, leaving you to simply enjoy the magical atmosphere on our included visits. Staying in a 4-star hotel with dinner and breakfast included, enjoy a weekend of festive fun for Christmas shopping, sightseeing and more, guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
An ideal choice for:
* Couples and friends who fancy a fun-filled pre-Christmas break
* Anyone who loves the buzz of a festive break without the stress of driving and parking
* Christmas shopaholics
* Lovers of traditional German-style Christmas Markets
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join your comfortable coach this morning and sit back as we travel to Worcester. A great destination at any time of year, our visit coincides with the annual Victorian Christmas Fayre, when the narrow and historic streets of Worcester come to life with a wonderful array of stalls selling all sorts of delightful Christmas goodies, handmade items and much, much more. Enjoy the sights, smells and sounds and go back in time and see how Christmas might have looked 150 years ago as Victorian characters fill the historic streets. Many of the stallholders dress in traditional costumes as 19th-century ladies, gents, urchins and chimney sweeps.
We will give you free time to explore before rejoining the coach later in the afternoon and head to your 4-star hotel to relax and have dinner ahead of more festive fun tomorrow.
Day 2
After a filling breakfast, get ready for a fun day in the heart of bustling Birmingham where one of the largest Christmas Market in the UK will be taking place. This one is directly from Frankfurt, and offers the best in German tradition, food and twinkling Christmas chalets. Enjoy free time to browse at your leisure and soak up the atmosphere and festive entertainment. Make the most of the city centre with great shopping including the famous Bullring or the fascinating Jewellery Quarter or explore some of Birmingham's history and heritage. Maybe enjoy a meal or snack at one of the many restaurants or cafes in the city centre or the food stalls at the Christmas Market itself.Later in the afternoon, we will then return to the hotel to relax and enjoy dinner.
Day 3
After our final hearty breakfast, we leave the hotel and head for the lovely market town of Cirencester, known as the Capital of the Cotswolds. Their advent market is a sight to behold, with its colourful stalls adorned with sparkling decorations and an array of unique gifts and crafts. As you stroll through the vibrant streets, you’ll find yourself immersed in a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, the aroma of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, and the sounds of carollers serenading the crowds. This annual market is a beloved tradition that captures the spirit of the season and offers a delightful experience for locals and visitors alike. Great independent shops and cafes also wait to welcome you with time to browse for a gift or treat for yourself.This afternoon it is time to rejoin your coach and then head homewards with time to relax with your fabulous festive memories and possibly a few Christmas presents.
Worcester Christmas Fayre
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationHaving started over 30 year ago, Worcester's Christmas Fayre may have grown a lot but it has stayed true to its traditional roots with plenty of Victorian themed characters, festive treats and a wonderful atmosphere. There will be around 200 stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts. There will also be a fantastic programme of entertainment. This atmospheric cathedral city and ceremonial county town comes alive with festive spirit.For further information, please click here
Birmingham & Frankfurt Christmas Market
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationBirmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is the largest traditional German-style Christmas Market outside of Austria and Germany and is packed full of continental festive fayre and traditional goods that are guaranteed to put a smile on your face. From the traditional German bratwurst sausage and gluhwein stands through to the intricate lacework, porcelain and handmade gifts, you may have to step back and remind yourself you are in this modern metropolis which is transformed into a quaint German Christmas world. Over the years, Birmingham's singing Christmas moose (Chris Moose) has become a Christmas attraction in his own right. Located directly in front of the Council House entrance, the singing moose (Chris to his mates) guarantees a Christmassy atmosphere and a lot of fun for young and old. Carols in the City as well as daily bands on the Christmas market stage create a romantic Christmas atmosphere. Enjoy a hot mug of gluhwein while listening to traditional Christmas songs or great Jazz music.
Away from the market, you can explore the famous Bullring and Grand Central for the ultimate shopping and dining experience - it has the UK's biggest Primark with the world's biggest Greggs! Alternatively discover the thriving Jewellery Quarter with over 700 jewellers and independent retailers including museums and great places to eat and drink.
For further information on The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market, please click here (opens in a new window)
Cirencester & Christmas Gift Market
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationCirencester is fondly known as the 'Capital of the Cotswolds' - a vibrant market town loved by both visitors and the residents lucky enough to call "Ciren" home. Explore the picture-perfect centre, which was the second largest town in Britain during Roman times, and in later years a very prosperous medieval wool town. Cirencester is full of tastefully restored courtyards, alleyways and lovely old streets, full of great independent shops and cafes waiting to welcome you with time to browse for a unique gift or treat for yourself.
Our visit coincides with their festive advent market, featuring a variety of local traders offering a range of high quality goods. such as homewares, produce, crafts, gifts, jewellery and clothing. This a great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping and even enjoy a glass of mulled wine!
Tour includes
- 2 nights' hotel with English breakfast and evening meals
- Visit to Worcester and its Victorian Christmas Fayre
- Free time to enjoy Birmingham and its Frankfurt German Christmas Market
- Visit to Cirencester and its advent market
- Direct Coach Travel
- Net Zero Carbon
Accommodation
Delta Hotels Marriott Warwick
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