Christmas in Stratford & The Severn Valley Railway
Join us this Christmas on a short break to Stratford-Upon-Avon, taking in all the sights of this medieval Shakespearean town on a walking tour with a Blue Badge Guide. This market town has an incredibly rich history and culture to be uncovered. We also visit Warwick Castle and the stunning grounds and gardens. Built by William the Conqueror in 1068, the Castle has evolved over time – from wooden fort, to fortress, and finally to a stately home. This tour is rounded off with a return trip on the Severn Valley Railway with a light lunch.
Your Tour Includes
- Four nights’ half board accommodation in Stratford including a traditional Christmas lunch
- Coach transfers for our excursions
- Services of our experienced Tour Manager
- Walking tour of Stratford with a local Blue Badge Guide
- A visit to Warwick Castle
- Return steam train journey on the Severn Valley Railway with light lunch included
Itinerary
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Overview
Make your own way to our hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon, where you’ll meet our Tour Manager and enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening.
Includes Dinner
Overview
This morning, we include a walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon in the company of a local Blue Badge Guide. We will explore this medieval market town steeped in culture and history, with the influence of William Shakespeare all around. Born here in 1564 in a half-timbered house on Henley Street, the town is the birthplace of the playwright. After the tour, there is time to explore further before we board the coach and head to Warwick Castle for an afternoon visit. The Castle was developed from a wooden fort, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068, which went on to be transformed from a fortress to a stately home and now has over 1000 years of history to immerse yourself in. Inside, you can explore the Great Hall and state rooms, and outside there is 64 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens to explore, including the Peacock Garden with its sculptured topiary and manicured hedges. Why not also take the time to visit one of the cafés on site? Our coach returns us back to the hotel where we enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening.Includes Breakfast
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Overview
Merry Christmas! Today is yours to soak up the atmosphere and the festivities in the hotel. At lunchtime, you’ll be served a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. The afternoon is at your leisure; you can relax in the hotel or walk off your Christmas Lunch along the River Avon. This evening, a light meal is served in the hotel’s restaurant.Includes Breakfast
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Includes Light Supper
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Overview
Today we travel by coach to Bridgnorth, where we board the Severn Valley railway and enjoy a return journey by steam. The 16-mile route follows the winding path of the River Severn, so sit back, relax and enjoy the excellent river views as the train travels across the 200 metre Victoria Bridge. We alight at Kidderminster station where we will enjoy an included light lunch and refreshment. We board the train for the return journey to Bridgnorth where our coach meets us and takes us back to the hotel for our evening meal.
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
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After breakfast we say goodbye to our Shakespearean setting and depart at leisure.
Includes Breakfast
Please
note: We cannot guarantee that all rail journeys will be steam hauled. The
running order of the itinerary will be confirmed in your final travel
documents.
Single Room Supplement from £260.00 (5 days).
Accommodation
You will stay for 4 nights on an half board basis at the 4-star Crowne Plaza in Stratford-Upon-Avon.
Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon
The 4-star Crowne Plaza hotel is located in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. The tastefully decorated, modern rooms all feature flat screen televisions, a telephone, tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi and features a riverside restaurant and terrace lounge bar with lovely river views, perfect for relaxing and enjoying a drink after a busy day of exploring. You can also take advantage of the hotel’s heated indoor pool and fitness centre, which also features a sauna.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Lift
- Sauna or Steam Room
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Fridge
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
- Iron or Trouser Press
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Menu
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access
Service
- Gym
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
