The Christmas holidays equal a full house and a lot of energy to burn. The little ones are excited to be out of school and impatiently awaiting Santa Claus’ visit, so unsurprisingly after all the excitement around Christmas it can be hard to keep the kids entertained. How about a magical festive city break? Here are our top four destinations for Christmas city breaks in the UK…
London
London is certainly Christmas heaven for kids. From ice skating round the famous sights to seeing Santa on the River Thames, visiting the famous Winter Wonderland and Kew Gardens, to musicals and pantomimes in the West End and witnessing the brilliant lights from an open-top bus, there’s a lot to amaze kids of all ages in the fantastically festive capital. Why not book a stay at one of our London YHAs and be in the middle of it all? A Christmas break for the whole family.
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Manchester
From carol singing in the cathedral to massive family-friendly events – this city boasts that “Nowhere does Christmas like Manchester”. Winter Funland Manchester is the UK’s largest indoor festive theme park — and includes rides, magic shows and lots to capture the kids’ imaginations. Use YHA Manchester for a central base of endless things to do including ice skating and watching Disney on Ice.
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Brighton
There are many festive family activities to keep the children entertained this Christmas in the coastal city of Brighton. From admiring the twinkling Christmas lights, to visiting the illuminated Royal Pavilion for a festive concert, to marking the shortest day of the year at Burning the Clocks, Brighton is never short of attractions for keeping children entertained – and ensuring cabin fever doesn’t set in! With YHA Brighton being in the centre of this stunning city, it’s a great opportunity to book a handy, UK Christmas city break with your little ones.
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Bristol
Tis’ the season of festive favourites in Bristol. Watch The Nutcracker come to life with a magic production at Bristol Old Vic or settle down to watch a wonderful winter story of The Donkey’s Tale at The Redgrave Theatre. Get active with the kids with a spot of ice skating at Avon Valley, or if you fancy a drive, prepare to be wowed with The Festival of Light at Longleat. Finish of your cosy trip with a stay at YHA Bristol.
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Now feeling festive? Here are our top picks of the best Christmas markets in the UK. We ho ho hope you enjoy!
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