Happy 'Holly'days in Harrogate & Castle Howard

Each Christmas, the majestic Castle Howard hosts its Christmas celebrations: inside, you'll find breathtaking interiors adorned with thousands of garlands, candles and wreaths.

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Experience the magic of Christmas at Castle Howard! Each year, this eighteenth-century stately home transforms into a uniquely themed winter wonderland, with its interiors adorned with thousands of garlands, candles, and wreaths. The festive cheer is palpable, making this short break a truly enchanting experience and, alongside free time in the charming town of Harrogate, is not to be missed!

INCLUDES

Return luxury coach travel

1 night half board

Admission into Castle Howard at Christmas

Free time in Harrogate

Day 1

This morning, we travel to Harrogate, a spa town that's home to handsome historic buildings and one of Yorkshire's most elegant destinations, especially during the festive season. Why not treat yourself to a delicious Yorkshire cream tea at the famous Betty's Tea Rooms? We'll check into our centrally located hotel later this afternoon.

Day 2

After breakfast this morning, prepare for an extraordinary festive display as you explore the magnificent splendour of Castle Howard at Christmas. Experience magnificent decorations throughout the house while open fires, candlelight, and live music evoke all we love about this special time of year. The castle's statement piece is the iconic twenty-five-foot Christmas tree adorned with thousands of baubles, providing a breathtaking highlight in the Great Hall. We return home this afternoon.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

The Cairn Hotel 3*, Harrogate

Built during the town's period as a spa town when people came from far and wide, you'll find the Cairn Hotel in central Harrogate. Carefully modernised, the grand original features still welcome you to this charming Victorian hotel.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
WiFi
Lift

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG