Christmas in Barnstaple
Christmas in Barnstaple
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Christmas in Barnstaple
5 Days
Visiting: Christmas Eve in Bideford
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xubs5
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Experience the magic of the festive season with our "Christmas in Barnstaple" tour. Nestled in the heart of the United Kingdom, this delightful getaway offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and festive cheer. Stay for four nights at the charming Royal & Fortescue Hotel, where you'll be welcomed with afternoon tea and a festive quiz. Explore the artisan markets of Bideford on Christmas Eve, enjoy a traditional turkey dinner on Christmas Day, and soak in the coastal beauty of Ilfracombe on Boxing Day. With mulled wine, carol singing, Victorian games, and a five-course gala dinner, this tour promises a memorable holiday filled with warmth and joy. Join us for a festive escape that combines sightseeing, shopping, and seasonal celebrations in the picturesque setting of Barnstaple.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Local departure by coach, then on to Barnstaple and our hotel for four nights. We enjoy mince pies, tea and coffee on arrival to get into the spirit of the season. After dinner this evening there will be a festive quiz.
Day 2 Christmas Eve in Bideford
Location: Christmas Eve in Bideford
This morning we visit Bideford. Be sure to visit the Pannier Market and Butcher’s Row – here you’ll find artisan studios offering locally and on-site made gifts, pottery, wood carving, jewellery, paintings and much more.
. Before dinner this evening you’ll be treated to a glass of mulled wine, entertained with carols sung by the local choir, and enjoy several Victorian games with prizes to be won!Day 3 Christmas Day at leisure
Location: Christmas Day at leisure
Merry Christmas! Relax in Barnstaple, open some presents, tuck into a traditional turkey dinner, and make some magical memories!Enjoy a festive drink with your fellow guests, watch the King's speech with a slice of Christmas cake, and take part in a festive quiz or bingo after dinner this evening.
Day 4 Boxing Day in Ilfracombe
Location: Boxing Day in Ilfracombe
After a relaxing morning we head for the coast with a trip to Ilfracombe. Enjoy the fresh air, admire the white-washed Victorian villas and take a stroll around the harbour.This evening dine in style with a five-course gala dinner, before a night at the races hosted by the hotel.
Day 5
We depart the hotel this morning full of festive cheer and return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at The Royal & Fortescue Hotel in Barnstaple.
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Meals
The tour includes breakfast and dinner daily, with a traditional turkey dinner on Christmas Day and a five-course gala dinner on Boxing Day.
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Afternoon Tea
Enjoy afternoon tea on arrival and on Christmas Eve.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the The Royal & Fortescue Hotel in Barnstaple.Mode of Transport
Local departure by coach, then on to Barnstaple and our hotel for four nights.Check out our Q&As
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What activities are planned for Christmas Eve in Bideford?
On Christmas Eve, you will visit Bideford where you can explore the Pannier Market and Butcher’s Row, which feature artisan studios with locally made gifts. In the evening, you will enjoy a glass of mulled wine, carols sung by a local choir, and participate in Victorian games with prizes.
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What can I expect on Christmas Day during the tour?
On Christmas Day, you can relax in Barnstaple, open presents, and enjoy a traditional turkey dinner. You will also have a festive drink with fellow guests, watch the King's speech with a slice of Christmas cake, and participate in a festive quiz or bingo after dinner.
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What is included in the Boxing Day itinerary in Ilfracombe?
On Boxing Day, you will have a relaxing morning followed by a trip to Ilfracombe where you can enjoy the fresh air, admire Victorian villas, and stroll around the harbour. In the evening, there will be a five-course gala dinner and a night at the races hosted by the hotel.
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What special events are planned for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, after arriving at the hotel in Barnstaple, you will enjoy an afternoon tea to get into the festive spirit. In the evening, there will be a festive quiz after dinner.
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Do I have to do the excursions?
Certain excursions are included in the price of your holiday. If you choose not to go on an included excursion, for whatever reason, no refunds will be made.
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How much are the optional excursions?
This depends on which tour you book. Prices are given with the itinerary for the tour and sent out with Travel Documents 5 days before departure.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
If you are a British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are not required to have insurance. If you are a non-British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are required to have an insurance policy in place or return a signed indemnity form to us prior to travel. For all travellers on European tours, you must either have a travel insurance policy in place or return a signed insurance indemnity form to us prior to travel.
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Will there be a toilet on-board the coach?
All main tour coaches have on-board toilets. Transfer vehicles to and from the interchange may not have on-board toilets.
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Can I pay for the optional excursions when I make my booking?
Optional excursions can be booked with your coach driver or Tour Manager and operate strictly subject to availability and demand. Some optional excursions are pre-bookable due to demand when making your reservation. The running order of included and optional excursions may be altered without prior notice.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not. However, we only ever charge a supplement if a hotelier imposes this charge to us as a company. Single room supplements are a bone of contention within the travel industry and we would like to assure you that we proactively seek accommodation with low or no single room supplements for our guests.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive a detailed itinerary alongside travel documents, and these will be sent 5 days prior to travel.
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