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Planning a weekend break or a much-needed romantic trip away and in need of fresh ideas and holiday inspiration for 2024? We’ve got just the thing. From England’s best gardens to Harry Potter filming locations, 24-hour city breaks ideas and some of the most charming villages and countryside in the world, we have plenty of recommendations to help you escape the everyday.

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Best festive places for a christmas break

8 festive places for a Christmas break in 2023

Get stuck into the festive season by visiting some of England’s most Christmassy locations, from charming villages to historical cities.

 
Castle Howard at Christmas

13 festive stately homes to visit this Christmas

Indulge in all things Christmassy at these sublime stately homes famous for their elaborate festive decorations.

 
A steam train travels through a snow-covered landscape

9 unmissable Christmas steam train experiences for 2023

Get into the Christmas spirit by jumping aboard any one of these festive-themed steam train experiences in England.

 
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25+ Christmas events for 2023

From festive lights to cosy grottoes, celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with our round-up of Christmas events across the country.

 
The Snowman concert at Liverpool Cathedral

12 Christmas shows and pantos for 2023

Get into the festive mood with some of 2023’s finest Christmas shows, pantomimes and carol services taking place across the country.

 
Large Edwardian period hotel room decorated with modern navy blue feature wall complete with a seacape painting, a light blue armchair in front of large windows and a king sized bed

Escape on a romantic break to Merchants Manor Hotel

Hot tubs hidden away in a secluded garden, snooze-inducing massages, and an award-winning restaurant serving sublime locally-sourced dishes; welcome to Merchants Manor.

Location: Falmouth, Cornwall

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