Christmas in Buxton & the Peak District

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!What's Included?
IncludesReturn coach travel4 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 buffetWelcome drinkAfter-dinner tea & coffeeLight entertainment every eveningExcursions to Eyam, Bakewell, Matlock Bath & Ashbourne

Itinerary
23rd DecemberAfter joining the coach, we make our way to our hotel and check in.Christmas 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.Christmas 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.Boxing 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.27th DecemberAfter breakfast, we check out of our hotel and head for home.

Buxton
The elegant spa town of Buxton is located on the edge of the spectacular Peak District National Park, Britain's first National Park and an area of extraordinary natural beauty. There are picturesque vistas at every turn, from stunning landscapes of moorland and dales to peaceful towns and pretty villages.
Buxton is the perfect base to explore the beautiful Peak District and is a lovely coach holiday destination for those looking to relax and enjoy the fresh countryside air.Hotel
Palace Hotel & Spa, BuxtonJG3 ratingThe 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. Hotel RatingJG3 ratingHotels 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.