Coach Breaks to North East England

Make merry and enjoy the Christmas cheer on offer in one of the UK's most festive cities. Yorkshire offers a hearty welcome at any time of the year, and in York you can soak up the city’s medieval charm and scents of spiced mulled wine as the heart of the city is transformed into the fairytale St Nicholas Fair. The famous Christmas Market alpine chalets line Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square creating a joyous wonderland, with an array of local traders and artisan products. York's restaurants, shops and attractions are beautifully decorated and provide a wonderful experience and atmosphere.

This festive 3-day weekend break is based on the outskirts of York with dinner included, and gives you plenty of free time to discover the city for yourself and make the most of the ultimate Christmas spirit! On the way home, we also include some free time to explore Nottingham and its Winter Wonderland event with Christmas Market stalls, rides and attractions and lots of food and drink to enjoy, so this weekend break really does promise to have something for everyone and is a great way to step into the Christmas period.

Pick this WinterFEST break and you'll be heading to north to the Yorkshire coast. You'll stay in the charming seaside resort of Bridlington where you'll be spoilt with a packed programme of festive food and fun, as well as excursions to the atmospheric York St Nicholas Fair and a trip up the coast to Scarborough.

Bridlington’s long beachfront, historic architecture, and variety of entertainment options make it an excellent destination. The Old Town embodies traditional Yorkshire charm, filled with antique shops and restaurants. It even served as the backdrop for the 2016 Dad’s Army film. The mix of brick and stone buildings, colourful storefronts, popular cafés, and unique shops creates a peaceful setting for strolling or shopping. A network of land trains conveniently transports visitors around town, extending to Sewerby Hall and Gardens, a lovely stately home.

You full day excursion will take you to of the most popular Christmas Markets in the country. York is an ancient city that that comes to life at this time of year and is where historic streets are  filled with pretty stalls selling festive decorations, wonderful gifts and locally produced food and drink.

An ideal choice for:

* Lovers of Yorkshire and traditional seaside destinations
* People who enjoy a Christmas Market
* Anyone wanting some Pre-Christmas fun

Sea views, award winning sandy beaches and a breathtaking coastline. Scarborough has it all and if you haven't been before you are in for a real treat. You'll stay at the lovely Cumberland Hotel which is well placed for you to explore this great seaside resort in your free time. They also offer some excellent evening entertainment if that's your kind of thing - and you'll even get one free drink every evening just to get you going! To make sure you get the most out of this long weekend, we've included some absolutely cracking Yorkshire excursions.

Our excursion to the historic cathedral city of York will really bring this great city alive for you! And then there is Whitby, an ancient port town just brimming with history and -so they say - the best fish and chips in the world, but we'll let you be the judge of that! You'll have plenty of free time to find out, or maybe take a donkey ride along the beach? Whatever you do, you're going to gave fun and make some great new memories.

PS - Did you know that Whitby is where Bram Stoker was inspired to write the original horror story Dracula back in 1897?...

A great weekend choice for:

* Anyone looking to relive their childhood seaside holidays
* Those just wanting to relax and have everything taken care of
* Couples looking for romantic strolls along the beach...

Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern flair on our fantastic weekend break to the North-East of England with visits to two fantastic cities.

Begin your journey in the UNESCO-listed city of Durham, where a guided walking tour will immerse you in the rich history of its stunning cathedral, medieval streets, and riverside beauty.

Next, explore the vibrant city of Newcastle, known for its striking architecture, cultural landmarks, and lively atmosphere. Discover its world-class culture, inspiring heritage and fantastic shopping plus, of course, the famous Geordie spirit!

Throughout your trip, you'll stay at the comfortable and modern Holiday Inn Sunderland, providing the ideal base to relax after a day of sightseeing, with dinner and breakfast included.

This is the perfect weekend getaway to experience the best of the North East of England!

This beautiful area offers an epic history and a warm and fun loving city that is sure to win your heart. We can guarantee that if you haven't been before, it is much more than you might think it would be....

An ideal choice for:

* People curious to discover the beautiful North East of England - or fans wanting to return
* Lovers of fantastic scenery and history, with a great mix of ancient and modern
* Couples and friends looking to explore together and share their experiences
* Those looking to experience this strangely undiscovered, yet much-loved, gem of a region

If you have never been to the North East of England and County Durham before you have been missing a real treat. On this fantastic midweek break, we aim to show you some of the very best that this beautiful region has to offer, with an amazing mix of ancient and modern based in one of the most vibrant cities in the UK and visiting iconic destinations.

Experience a warm Geordie welcome as you’ll be based at a quayside hotel in the heart of vibrant Newcastle, the ideal location for you to explore this magnificent city and neighbouring Gateshead on your own. Our included excursions, though, are really special, so make sure you don’t miss out on these…

Step back in time at the fascinating and fabulous Beamish, The Living Museum Of The North, explore ancient Durham, with its castle and cathedral making one of the most stunning city panoramas in Europe. We also inclkude a guided tour of Newcastle to introduce you to some of the history and highlights.

This beautiful area offers an epic history and a warm and fun loving city that is sure to win your heart. We can guarantee that if you haven't been before, it is much more than you might think it would be....

An ideal choice for:

* People curious to see the beautiful North East of England - or fans wanting to return
* Lovers of fantastic scenery and history
* Couples and friends looking to explore together and share their experiences
* Those looking to experience this strangely undiscovered, yet much-loved, gem of a region