Christmas in Barnstaple

Make Christmas one to remember this year and join us for a fun-filled break in North Devon! From our base in Barnstaple, we’ll spend Christmas Eve exploring charming Bideford, celebrate Christmas Day with a group of like-minded individuals, and discover coastal Ilfracombe on Boxing Day. Rounding the tour off with a night at the races, you’re certain to head home full of treasured memories.

5 days from £779pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
  • Delicious 3-course meals each evening
  • Seasonal package full of festive treats
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Please choose your preferred 5 day itinerary

Local departure by coach, then on to Barnstaple and our hotel for four nights. We enjoy an afternoon tea on arrival to get into the spirit of the season. After dinner this evening there will be a festive quiz.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

This morning we visit Bideford. Be sure to visit the Pannier Market and Butcher’s Row – here you’ll find artisan studios offering locally and on-site made gifts, pottery, wood carving, jewellery, paintings and much more.

We return to the hotel for an afternoon tea. Before dinner this evening you’ll be treated to a glass of mulled wine, entertained with carols sung by the local choir, and enjoy several Victorian games with prizes to be won!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Bideford

Merry Christmas! Relax in Barnstaple, open some presents, tuck into a traditional turkey dinner, and make some magical memories!

Enjoy a festive drink with your fellow guests, watch the King's speech with a slice of Christmas cake, and take part in a festive quiz or bingo after dinner this evening.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

After a relaxing morning we head for the coast with a trip to Ilfracombe. Enjoy the fresh air, admire the white-washed Victorian villas and take a stroll around the harbour.

This evening dine in style with a five-course gala dinner, before a night at the races hosted by the hotel.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Ilfracombe

We depart the hotel this morning full of festive cheer and return home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the The Royal & Fortescue Hotel in Barnstaple.

The Royal & Fortescue Hotel

The Royal & Fortescue Hotel

Once an ancient coaching inn, this contemporary boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Barnstaple retains its historic charm. Boasting a fantastic location, you’re surrounded by shops and the hotel is only a stone’s throw away from the pannier market. Enjoy a menu of delicious classics in the stunning bistro, relax after dinner in the stylish lounge and bar, or treat yourself to apéritif in Bar 62. Rooms feature an elegant, neutral décor and have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Location: 61 Boutport Street, , Barnstaple, EX31 1HG

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Room
  • TV
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower or Bath
  • Telephone
Accessibility
  • Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

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