12 stays of christmas

From dazzling light displays and lively artisan markets to sumptuous seasonal stays and friendly reindeer, read on to discover some of our favourite festive coastal breaks this year

St Ewe, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 6EL T 01726 842714 W heligancampsite.com OPEN 31 January – 16 November While technically not a hidden gem, as the Lost Gardens of Heligan is quite well known, this at

A change of scenery can be restorative at any time of year, but it can be particularly uplifting during the dreary winter months. Come Christmas, decadent hotels exude warmth on even the frostiest of

This is prime trekking country. It’s a joy to crunch snow underfoot on a bright winter-day walk – and find a snug pub amid the handsome towns and villages. In this official Dark Sky Reserve, on cold c

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market To 24 December 2025 This Brummie behemoth is hailed as the largest Christmas market outside of Germany and Austria. Stalls are centred around New Street and Victo

Cardiff is a city steeped in culture and is one of our favourite places. It offers the waterside delights of Cardiff Bay, where there are plenty of music performances and shows. And it’s the home of B