Blackpool must surely fare as one of the most famous seaside resorts in Europe. The culmination of Blackpool’s long season must be, without doubt, the fantastic illuminations, with over a million pounds being spent to light up the town they must compare equally to the famous lights of Las Vegas.

(Please Note: Subject to traffic conditions it may not always be possible to drive the entire length of the illuminations in order to comply with our drivers working restrictions.)

For over five hundred years, Bury Market has dominated the consumer retail sector in the area. Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting thousands of visitors every week. Quite rightly as the World Famous, Bury Market oozes charisma and atmosphere. The ambience and layout offers visitors the opportunity to seek out and visit every stall.

The hugely popular St Nicholas Fair returns for 2025, a Christmas experience that will produce magical memories that you’ll never forget, and will have you returning to the city time and time again.

The best way to start your Christmas is with a stroll along Parliament Street and St Sampson’s square where wintry alpine chalets run up the street and around the square. Each chalet is stocked with unique products with everything from stocking fillers and extra special gifts, to delicious tasty treats. Enjoy a bite to eat or sip on some warming mulled wine in the cheery, buzzing atmosphere.

Visit the nation's second city in the run up to Christmas and experience the wonderful Christmas Markets. The 2025 Christmas markets in Birmingham are set to be better than ever so book our coach trip now and experience this great event. We will return early evening giving you the perfect chance to get Christmas presents, souvenirs, decorations and more under the glow of the Christmas lights.

The Victorian Fayre was first started back in 1992 by traders from picturesque New Street and Friar Street. 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. This year there will be almost 200 stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts.

Look out for Victorian characters in Gin Lane, lofty entertainers on stilts, brilliant musicians on the stages and buskers on every street corner.

Join us to our surprise destination and enjoy a 2 course festive lunch.

Manchester Christmas Market or The Trafford Centre - You decide.

Manchester's Christmas Markets have been attracting thousands of visitors to the city centre every year since 1998 offering mouth-watering international food, drinks and delicately crafted Yuletide gifts in the heart of this buzzing city. With more than 300 beautifully festooned stalls and chalets spread across the city centre, the Christmas Markets are free and accessible to all.

Manchester has a great range of stores to cater for all your shopping needs. From fancy dress to fountain pens, you’ll find a world of goods on sale. At the Trafford Centre, visitors have the choice of over 200 stores along three miles of granite and marble boulevards. Stores range from designer and high fashion favourites, including the first Selfridges outside London.

Situated outside the Town Hall near to Chester Cathedral (make sure you go inside to see the annual Christmas Tree Festival), the xmas market has a range of over 70 stalls selling Christmas gifts, arts and crafts goodies, fudge, local spirits and stocking fillers all surrounding the beautiful Christmas tree in the heart of Chester City Centre.

Whilst shopping you can treat yourself to a hot mulled wine to get you in the festive spirit.  There is also a selection of stands selling food ranging from hot dogs to hog roasts or pop in to the nearby new Market Hall where you can find food to suit every taste. We will arrive in Chester appriximately 1.30pm and leave at 8.00pm so there will be plenty of time for shopping, sightseeing and to enjoy the atmosphere of the Christmas Market.

For over five hundred years, Bury Market has dominated the consumer retail sector in the area. Over the past thirty years, retail giants have developed in the vicinity, yet Bury Market remains the undisputed champion of the North, attracting thousands of visitors every week. Quite rightly as the World Famous, Bury Market oozes charisma and atmosphere. The ambience and layout offers visitors the opportunity to seek out and visit every stall.