Festive Harrogate & Skipton Christmas Markets

Experience the joy of Christmas in the heart of Yorkshire this December. Harrogate town centre will be hosting a new festive market featuring an eclectic mix of local traders and traditional European Christmas stalls. Among the many stalls and entertainments will be arts and crafts from artisan creators, mouth-watering treats for customers to sample or purchase, festive decorations for your home and a range of unique gift ideas for you to choose from or just treat yourself amid the busy Christmas preparations. Finish the weekend off with a visit to fabulously festive Skipton!

Departure points to suit you...
Crusader Holidays uses an interchange system, taking place at either Beaconsfield Services (M40), South Mimms Services (M25/A1M) or Thurrock Services (M25).

Here you may have to change to your holiday coach and we are renowned for ensuring that this is smooth and efficient.

The holiday coaches typically depart from Beaconsfield Services at 11.15, Thurrock Services at around 09.30 and South Mimms Services at 10.30. Some customers find it more convenient to join direct at the interchange, please let is know when booking if this is the case.

*Due to increased operational costs, from Monday 16th October 2023 Dover, Folkestone, Canterbury & Ashford joining points will be subject to a £25.00 per person supplement on all 2024 UK Tours.

NOTE: Pick up points are a guide so please refer to your holiday confirmation for specific locations as details are subject to change..
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast & dinner- Meet & Greet on arrival at hotel- Welcome Tea/Coffee & after dinner- Free time in Harrogate for the Market- Excursion to Skipton Christmas Market- Porterage

Two Festive Markets !
Day 1 - Join your holiday coach and head northwards to Harrogate and the Cedar Court Hotel for the next 3 nights with breakfast & dinner included.

Days 2 & 3 From the central position of the Cedar Court Hotel , a short drive into the centre to enjoy the Christmas Market and attractions in central Harrogate. The market takes place in the heart of Harrogate's shopping streets so you can combine your visit with Harrogate's rich mix of high street names and boutique stores. The Harrogate Christmas lights will be on and the festive season well underway making this the perfect excuse to come and spend time us this Christmas. Your driver will arrange a point and time to return to the hotel. Spend a second day in Harrogate or join the coach on Sunday for a drive over to Skipton. Gateway to the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, with its famous 900 year old castle, romantic ruins of the 12th Century Bolton Abbey Priory and historic cobbled high streets. Skipton is endlessly rich, both in history and outstanding beauty with its famous market, galleries, Victorian themed shopping arcade with its beautiful ironwork and stunning clear glass roof make for a unique and enchanting shopping experience. Savour all the Christmas delights and marvel in the festive activities and entertainment. Boasting many independent and unusual shops selling everything from German woodcrafts, artisan produce to silver jewellery. A real jewel in the crown for all your Christmas gifts! While in Skipton why not take a lunch break in one of the many award winning cafés, bars and restaurants, all within a hop, skip and a jump to the town centre.Returning to the hotel late afternoon.Day 4 - Enjoy breakfast, check out and re-join the coach for the return journey to interchange with a refreshment stop on the way.

Please Note: This itinerary has been prepared well in advance of the 2024 Christmas season and could be subject to change.Centrally Located Hotel .

Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate - 4 Star
Located a 10-minute walk from Harrogate Railway Station and town centre, the Cedar Court Hotel, provides accommodation overlooking 200 acres of parkland. Dating back to 1671, this 4-star hotel is only a short stroll away from some of Harrogate's premier attractions including Betty's Tea Room, Turkish Baths and the Harrogate Theatre.All rooms are non-smoking and fitted with a flat screen TV, telephone, tea and coffee making facilities and a desk/work area, safe and high speed Wi-Fi while bathrooms feature a quality shower and bath featuring quality Harrogate's H2K toiletries.The Queen's restaurant situated in the oldest room of the hotel, with an original high ceiling, period fireplace, and menu offering a range of locally sourced dishes with a Mediterranean influence. Lift to all floors

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