Spirited Cheer in the Heart of England

Spirited Cheer in the heart of England

 

A winter escapes to the Heart of England with cosy traditions, twinkling markets and winter tipples!

Enjoy a heartwarming escape to the Heart of England, where cosy traditions, sparkling markets and seasonal tipples await.

Step into Christmas past at Hanbury Hall, a Georgian country retreat beautifully dressed for the season with retro decorations and timeless charm.

Savour a leisurely day in Shakespeare's England with a visit to Stratford Upon Avon, complete with a 60 minute gin tasting cruise along the River Avon.

Then head to Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market.

 

The Charlecote Pheasant Hotel

A vegetable research centre during WWII and later a tearoom with an exotic bird garden, this 18th century manor turned hotel is an establishment with a rich history and a variety of amenities that can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.

The Charlecote Pheasant Hotel has a capacity of 70 rooms, with its own gardens, tennis court and a 5 acre field accessible to all guests .

 

Hanbury Hall

Celebrate Christmas at Hanbury Hall with a joyful throwback to the 1970s and 80s.

Retro lights, tinsel, and classic hits bring a playful sparkle to this elegant Worcestershire retreat. Inside the Long Gallery, explore a nostalgic Fashion, Art and Photography Exhibition curated by Anne Walter. From flared trousers to bold prints, its a colourful nod to two unforgettable decades. 

Step beyond the festivities to discover the grandeur of early Georgian life, with dramatic wall-paintings by Sir James Thornhill.

Stroll through restored formal gardens by George London and enjoy the winter charm of the orchards, orangery and walled garden.

 

Shakespeare Gin Distillery Cruise-River Avon Cruise, guided tasting

Enjoy Stratford from the River Avon on a 60 minute gin tasting cruise.

Travel along the canal to view sights such as the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Holy Trinity Church, and Shakespeare's burial place.

The Skipper will share information about the river's wildlife and the canals heritage, while you enjoy a tutored tasting of 3 award winning crafted gin samples served in a gin and tonic glass for you to take home.

Duration approx 60 mins.

 

Birmingham Christmas Market

The Birmingham Christmas Market , officially the Frankfurt Chirstmas Market, is a large authentic German style market in central Birmingham, famous for its festive atmosphere, traditional German food, handcrafted gifts extending through New Street and Victoria Square.

Its a major event known for its numerous stalls, festive drinks, lights and attraction like an ice rink and ferris wheel nearby.

Browse and enjoy and possibly pick up a few preseants for friends and family, everything hand crafted, wooden decorations and delicate glass baubles blown in the form of crystal lamps, hand crafted leather work, toys, jewellery and much more besides!

 

Price includes: All Coach Travel, En-suite Accommodation, D,B&B, Excursions, 2 nights Evening Entertainment, Tea Coffe festive cake & mince pies on arrival, Chirstmas Dinner one evening