Christmas in Buxton & the Peak District

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Christmas lunch with all the trimmings, two included excursions and a well-located hotel with fantastic facilities? Tick! Celebrate Christmas in the elegant spa town of Buxton, located on the edge of the lovely Peak District National Park. The area is known for its breathtaking scenery and picturesque towns and is the perfect setting for this festive break!

Itinerary
23rd DecemberAfter joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.\n\nChristmas Eve - Eyam & BakewellCrossing the Peak District National Park, we head first to Eyam, known as the 'Plague Village' due to the events of 1665-66 when the plague was brought from London to this tiny community. The village has craft workshops, a gift shop and tea rooms to enjoy before we continue on to the beautiful Market Town of Bakewell, set on the banks of the River Wye. Best known for its Bakewell Pudding, the town boasts an ancient five arched bridge, riverside walks, independent shops and cafés - it makes for a lovely Christmas Eve spot. On our return to Buxton, we have free time to explore the town at leisure or do some last-minute Christmas shopping.\n\nChristmas DayChristmas Day is a lovely day of leisure at our hotel, including a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings followed by Christmas cake, tea and coffee. A light buffet dinner is served in the evening.\n\nBoxing Day - Matlock Bath & AshbourneWe take another scenic drive through the Peak District National Park on our way to the picturesque spa town of Matlock Bath, set in the beautiful gorge of the River Derwent with wooded hillsides and rocky limestone crags. Our next stop is the Market Town of Ashbourne with its historic buildings, independent shops, cobbled marketplace and hidden alleys.\n\n27th DecemberAfter breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head for home.

Coach Bullets
- Return coach travel- 4 nights at the Palace Hotel & Spa, Buxton (JG3 rating) with dinner & full English breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch & a light evening buffet- Welcome drink- After-dinner tea & coffee- Light entertainment every evening- Excursions to Eyam, Bakewell, Matlock Bath & Ashbourne

Search Bullets
- 4 nights at the Palace Hotel & Spa, Buxton (JG3 rating) with dinner & full English breakfast. Christmas Day includes breakfast, a traditional Christmas lunch & a light evening buffet- Light entertainment every evening- Excursions to Eyam, Bakewell, Matlock Bath & Ashbourne

JG3
Hotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.Palace Hotel & Spa, Buxton (JG3 rating)
The Palace Hotel & Spa is situated in the heart of the spa town of Buxton. Set in over five acres of landscaped gardens, the hotel offers two bars and a restaurant. The health and leisure club features an indoor pool, gym, sauna and steam rooms (small charge applies). Meals may be buffet style.Please note: Leisure facilities may open on reduced hours over the festive period.