Best Christmas breaks in the UK
If there's no way you'd be anywhere but the UK during the festive period but would still like to escape your home town for a Christmas mini-break, here are some cracking destinations for Christmas markets, ice skating and festive fun.
Cities such as London, Manchester and Cardiff may be the most popular places to visit for Christmas shopping, parties and family attractions at this time of year, but there are many alternatives across the UK offering more events and festivities than you can fit in a few days.
Norwich, for example, has several Christmas markets for you to visit, as well as a Christmas tree trail to get out and about and discover the city's iconic buildings while searching for beautifully decorated trees placed around the city. For those who fancy getting out of the city for a day, grand Blickling Hall hosts family weekends, a Christmas fair and the chance to meet Santa.
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If you would rather escape the crowds and visit a quiet English village, Broadway in Worcestershire looks like it's straight out of a Christmas card and comes alive in December, when carol singers, horse and carriage rides and entertainers take to the streets.
Whether you're travelling as a couple or with the kids, the best thing about Britain's Christmas towns and cities is the abundance of fun for everyone - from Santa train rides, Alpine bars serving mulled wine and festive-themed days out at the zoo.
Take a look at our pick of the best places for a Christmas break in Britain.
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