Group Travel Tour Operator and DMC for Shropshire
What the Dickens! Blist Hill Victorian Christmas Weekend
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Blists Hill, Shropshire ©Ironbridge Gorge Museums
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Blists Hill Victoria ©The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
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RAF Cosford Museum, Shropshire
Make Christmas extra special and visit Blists Hill Victorian Town, near Ironbridge, Shropshire. Travel back over 100 years to experience the festive sights, sounds and smells of a Victorian Christmas. Soak up the Yuletide atmosphere with seasonal entertainment and watch as the townsfolk busily make preparations for Christmas, Victorian style. On this tour, there is also the opportunity to visit RAF Cosford which houses over 70 aircraft of international importance and a Cold War exhibition, perfect for a chilly winters day!
Dates
December 2024 & 2025
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Travel to your hotel via RAF Museum Cosford
A lovely day out, whatever the weather! The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is home to over 70 historic aircraft and offers a fun, entertaining day out for all. Aircraft on display include the world’s oldest Spitfire, the unique TSR2 and the mighty Vulcan bomber to name but a few. Whilst you are here visit the award-winning National Cold War Exhibition. Visitors will discover Cold War stories and explore thrilling displays of aircraft, iconic cars, models, tanks and even life-sized Russian dolls.
If Christmas shopping is more your preference then the Mercure Telford hotel is only a 9 minute walk from Telford Shopping Centre and leisure complex.
Day 2
Blist Hill Victorian Christmas Weekend
Add a little Victorian sparkle to your Christmas as today we will explore streets from a bygone age bedecked with traditional seasonal decorations. Hum along with sensational brass bands and singing along with carol singers. Step in from the cold and warm up by the fireside as we discover the traditionally decorated shops and cosy cottages. Blist Hill is celebrating it’s 50th year of opening, so these Christmas celebrations promise to be extra special. A warm festive welcome awaits at Blist Hill.
Suggested Hotels
Buckatree Hall Hotel
Sitting at the foot of one of the country’s most famous landmarks, the Wrekin, Buckatree Hall Hotel is perfectly located for your excursions. With a wealth of experience looking after groups and tours you are assured of a warm welcome by the attentive and caring staff. The hotel has 62 well-equipped bedrooms, a lift to all floors, 2 dining rooms, welcome tea & coffee, and complimentary porterage.
Mercure Telford ****
Rest and relax at The Telford Centre Hotel (formerly Park Inn by Radisson Telford), located near the M54 and near the train station. The hotel houses guests in 153 rooms with a lift to all floors. The onsite fully equipped fitness centre includes a fully equipped fitness centre, heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Large Free on site car / coach park available.
Mercure Albrighton Hall Hotel, Shrewsbury ****
This 18th century manor house is set in 15 acres of parkland with an ornamental lake. It is close to Albrighton village and just two miles from Shrewsbury. The 300-year-old hotel has a restaurant overlooking the beautiful grounds and a nice bar serving drinks and light meals. There is a fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa. All 87 bedrooms are equipped with TV, hairdryer and hospitality tray and many of them offer beautiful views of the lake and landscaped grounds. The hotel has coach parking and a lift but not to all rooms. Bedrooms are located a short walk outside the main building.
| Dates | 2 days / 1 night |
| 2024 dates | Prices on request |
| 2025 dates | Prices on request |
Single room supplement available upon request.
