Thursford Christmas Spectacular 2025
4 days
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Enjoy a festive extravaganza at the largest Christmas Show in the country!Join us on this long weekend break to Norfolk to experience Thursford Christmas Spectacular, set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of over 100 professional singers, dancers and musicians, most of whom are straight out of the West End.
It is the ultimate Christmas musical experience, staging a blend of Christmas entertainment, songs, carols, dazzling dancers and beautiful costumes. Each show is a pageant of spectacular colours, a fast-moving celebration of the festive season featuring a mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites, with famous and much-loved chart toppers being sung alongside traditional carols.
Your comfortable hotel provides a great base from which to explore the area, and also offers a pool, steam room and well equipped gym.You'll also discover the delightful city of Norwich, one of the most complete medieval cities in the country with free time to do your own thing. There is plenty to explore in this ancient city, from the cathedral with its ornate cloisters and the city’s imposing gates, to Norwich Castle, the Museum of Norwich and various shopping opportunities.
For an unforgettable experience, come and see the amazing Thursford Christmas Spectacular on this fantastic festive coach holiday.
An Ideal Choice for:
* Getting into the festive spirit!
* Anyone who wants to enjoy a memorable show without the travel-hassle
* Couples, friends and family looking to enjoy a fabulous weekend
Important: Children under the age of 5 are not permitted entry to the Christmas Spectacular. If tickets are booked and entry is refused Thursford will not refund the price of the tickets. An advisory age limit of 8 years old is in the place for the show, due to its longevity and content. The Christmas Spectacular tickets do not include entry to Santa’s Magical Journey or the Enchanted Journey of Light.
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 at your convenient pick up point this morning before we head for Norfolk to arrive at our hotel on the outskirts of the historic city of Norwich. Arriving at our hotel, have time to unwind before enjoying our first nights dinner.
Days 2-3
After hearty breakfasts at the hotel, enjoy our INCLUDED excursions before returning to your hotel for tasty evening meals as you chat to your fellow travellers about your experiences.
We include free time in Norwich. As well as being the most complete medieval city in the UK, it has a flourishing arts, music and cultural scene, superb independent and high street shopping, and a heritage that is a delight to explore. It also has two cathedrals, numerous churches, cobbled streets and riverside walks.
Our highlight is the Thursford Christmas Spectacular with and a very special ‘Christmassy’ atmosphere. Set amidst magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of over 100 professional singers, dancers and musicians – many of whom are West End performers – this show delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast-moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both famous and much-loved chart toppers alongside traditional carols.
Day 4
After our final breakfast today, board our coach and relax as we head for home, with suitable stops on the way.
Tour Includes
- 3 nights hotel with English breakfast and evening meals
- Visit to Norwich
- Entry to Thursford Christmas Spectacular
- Direct coach travel
- Net zero carbon
Please note that lunch will replace dinner when an evening performance of the Thursford Christmas Spectacular has been booked (some dates may be a matinee performance).
Norwich
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationNorwich is a wonderful fusion of the modern and historic, one complementing the other. Like any great city its centre is easy to walk around and has a river at its heart. As well as being the most complete medieval city in the UK, it has a flourishing arts, music and cultural scene, superb independent as well as High Street shopping, lively restaurants, bars and nightlife and a heritage that is a delight to explore. It was also England's first UNESCO City of Literature – this is a city of stories and also the only UK city set in the middle of a National Park, the Norfolk Broads. You may enjoy exploring the history of the Norman Castle and 11th Century Cathedral, but for lighter pastimes there is also a great street market that is open 6 days a week.
For more on what to see and do in Norwich, please click here.Thursford Christmas Spectacular
INCLUDED Visitor DestinationThursford Christmas Spectacular is a Christmas extravaganza and is the biggest show of its kind in Europe!It is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of over 100 professional singers, dancers and musicians – most of whom are straight out of the West End. The three hour performance delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites, with famous and much-loved chart toppers being performed alongside traditional carols.
Important: Children under the age of 5 are not permitted entry to the Christmas Spectacular. If tickets are booked and entry is refused Thursford will not refund the price of the tickets. There is a minimum advisory age of 8 years old for the show, due to its longevity and content.
Please note: The finale of the show includes a fly over of white doves across the auditorium. The Christmas Spectacular tickets do not include automatic entry to Santa’s Magical Journey or the Enchanted Journey of Light.
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Accommodation
Holiday Inn Norwich, Ipswich Road Norwich
This informal hotel is set on the outskirts of Norwich. Its comfortable bedrooms feature free Wi-Fi, TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities. Amenities consist of a relaxed restaurant and a casual bar/lounge, along with a spa, a fitness room, a heated indoor pool and a hot tub.
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