Cambridge
The perfect city break that has something for everyone, from shopping to historical tours or punting. There is a variety of activities for all ages and Christmas in Cambridge located right on Parker’s Piece is the perfect festive market for all the family. The Christmas market is free entry at all times, with a dazzling Big Wheel, bookable cosy Alpine Lodges, Christmas Market stalls, Ice Skating, Curling, and so much more! With flights from Newquay to London Stansted departing Fridays evenings and returning Sunday, the timings give you no choice but a perfect two night break. The Stansted Express is just a 2-minute walk from the terminal, meaning you can hop on a train and in as little as 30 minutes be directly in Cambridge.
London
One of the most well-known Christmas markets in the UK, held in the beautiful surroundings of Hyde Park. When it comes to activities, what’s not on at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland? You can choose from ice skating, theatre shows, fun fair, an ice kingdom and a giant wheel overlooking the capital. They are also offering a deal that if you spend £25 on booking attractions, rides and food & drink you’ll get your entry for free! You can choose between 2 flights to get you from Cornwall to the Capital, with Ryanair flying into London Stansted or Eastern Airways flying into London Gatwick. Both airports have such great connections to get you into the city, making it effortless to experience one of London’s greatest festive event.
4* Park Plaza London Riverbank, London
- 16th December 2024
- Fly from NEWQUAY
- 2 Nights, Room Only
- Luggage included
£482pp
Manchester:
Newquay to Manchester with EasyJet is your best route to get into the festive cheer where 240 stalls spread across nine different zones around the city centre! Christmas is a magical time in Manchester and the perfect occasion to combine a short festive break with a spot of Christmas shopping. We have the breakdown of where to go to find exactly what you are after from your trip:
- The Winter Gardens at Piccadilly – two marquees with under cover drinking and eating space. Festive food and drink favourites including bratwursts and mulled wine, hot chocolate and cocktails.
- Market Street – crafts, gifts, produce and jewellery.
- Cathedral Gardens – The Ice Rink is open until the 1st of January. The surrounding food and drink stalls until the 31st of December.
- St Ann’s Square and Exchange Street – The original site of Manchester’s first Christmas Market. An under cover bar and traditional German stalls from the longest serving traders.
- New Cathedral Street – handmade candles, ceramics and locally made gifts.
- Exchange Square – One of the largest areas. Mulled wine and specialist food and local crafts.
- King Street – Italian and Mediterranean food. Decorations and French soap.
- The Corn Exchange – Handmade food and crafts and decorations made from recycled wood.
4* Clayton Hotel City Centre, Manchester
- 17th December 2024
- Fly from NEWQUAY
- 3 Nights, Room Only
- Luggage included
£490pp
Edinburgh:
Whether you have visited before or have Edinburgh on your go to list. It is a fantastic place to visit at any time of year, but we think there’s something extra special about the city during the festive season. From Newquay you have the choice of flying with Ryanair or Loganair to Scotland’s capital. Every year, Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay celebrations offer an exciting lineup of events to immerse everyone in the festive spirit. The Christmas market is set in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic city centre, with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, and the city’s iconic skyline, East Princes Street Gardens hosts the free to enter traditional Christmas Market. Alongside Ice Skating, Christmas tree mazes and a fun fair, it really gives you the perfect excuse to explore festivities set in beautiful surroundings.
4* The Place, Edinburgh
- 12th December 2024
- Fly from NEWQUAY
- 3 Nights, Room Only
- Luggage included
£680pp
