Central England & The Midlands

Evesham is a medieval market town located on the River Avon. Surrounded by beautiful Worcester countryside, it is a town of great charm and our visit coincides with their Christmas Artisan Fayre.

Kick your Christmas season off in style and grab a unique gift for family or a loved one (including your pets of course).

There will be over 70 high quality traders, including; Christmas, artisan modern and historic, food and drink gifts. It will take place in the heart of historic Evesham and the Evesham Abbey Church Grounds. It is part of the Battle of Evesham events to raise funds for the main festival and help it grow year-on-year. There will be three sections to the fayre; Medieval, Victorian and Modern with plenty of entertainment going on plus mulled wine and mead, gin, cider and beer, along with street foods from different cultures plus chocolate gifts to help spread that Christmas cheer.

This a great opportunity to do a spot of Christmas shopping and get into the festive spirit!

Subject to traffic and travel, we depart Evesham at around 16:30 to 17:00 to start our homeward journey.

PLEASE NOTE - This is of course an outdoor event with some parts on grassy areas so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.

Let us whisk you away for a fabulous weekend of Christmas shopping and festive entertainment.

Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market is a firm fixture in the city’s annual calendar and a massive favourite with both residents and visitors to the city from across the UK and Europe. Birmingham comes alive with the arrival of the Market, a clear sign that Christmas is just around the corner. The stalls on Victoria Square and along New Street offer something for everyone.

And whilst Birmingham will be buzzing, you can relax knowing that everything is taken care of. We'll get you there safely and look after the parking, leaving you to simply enjoy the magical atmosphere of Birmingham and their Frankfurt Christmas Market! You can also explore the famous Bullring and Grand Central for the ultimate shopping and dining experience - it has the UK's biggest Primark with the world's biggest Greggs!

Our hotel, located on the outskirts of Birmingham, offers a comfortable overnight bed and breakfast stay.

Enjoy two days of festive fun for Christmas shopping, sightseeing and magical market browsing!

An ideal choice for:

* Value-conscious Christmas-shopaholics
* Lovers of traditional German-style Christmas Markets
* Couples and friends who fancy a fun-filled pre-Christmas break
* Anyone who loves the buzz of a Christmas Market without the stress of driving and parking

The Victorian Fayre was first started back in 1992 by traders from . New Street and Friar Street. The Fayre may have grown a lot but it has stayed true to its traditional roots with plenty of Victorian themed characters, festive treats and a wonderful atmosphere. There will be a wonderful array of stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts.

Experience a great atmosphere, with mulled wine, hot roasted chestnuts, mince pies, hog roasts and stallholders dressed in Victorian costume all adding to the Christmas spirit. With the Victorian Christmas Fayre plus Worcester’s excellent shopping, you’re sure to get Christmas off to a great start.

For further information, please click here.

We depart for home around 17:00hr

The Victorian Fayre was first started back in 1992 by traders from . New Street and Friar Street. The Fayre may have grown a lot but it has stayed true to its traditional roots with plenty of Victorian themed characters, festive treats and a wonderful atmosphere. There will be a wonderful array of stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts.

Experience a great atmosphere, with mulled wine, hot roasted chestnuts, mince pies, hog roasts and stallholders dressed in Victorian costume all adding to the Christmas spirit. With the Victorian Christmas Fayre plus Worcester’s excellent shopping, you’re sure to get Christmas off to a great start.

For further information, please click here.

We depart for home around 17:00hr

Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market is set against the backdrop of the town's historic streets adorned with twinkling Christmas lights. The markets invite all to experience the magic and joy of the festive season. Boasting 200 high-quality stalls, the market remains one of the largest in the West Midlands, promising a truly special festive and shopping experience.

Subject to traffic and travel, we usually leave around 16:30 to 17:00 and head home.

* Please note this is revised for 2024 and no longer has a Victorian theme

Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market is set against the backdrop of the town's historic streets adorned with twinkling Christmas lights. The markets invite all to experience the magic and joy of the festive season. Boasting 200 high-quality stalls, the market remains one of the largest in the West Midlands, promising a truly special festive and shopping experience.

Subject to traffic and travel, we usually leave around 16:30 to 17:00 and head home.

* Please note this is revised for 2024 and no longer has a Victorian theme