Tatton Park Christmas Mansion & Festive Cruise

Experience the magic of Christmas with a delightful overnight escape to Manchester. Begin with a leisurely cruise along canals and waterways of Manchester, taking in the city's iconic landmarks. Enjoy a three-course festive lunch as the captain shares fascinating insights into Manchester’s rich history.

We also visit the stunning Tatton Park Mansion in Knutsford, beautifully decorated for Christmas. Wander through grand state rooms and servants' quarters, adorned with twinkling lights and festive displays, while seasonal music and the scent of evergreens enhance the experience.

With central accommodation in Manchester, there will be free time to explore the award-winning Christmas Markets, where over 200 stalls offer unique gifts, festive treats, and the warming aroma of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts.

HILTON DOUBLTREE MANCHESTER

The Hilton Doubletree Manchester Piccadilly is located in the heart of the city centre just a short walking distance to the shopping areas and city centre attractions. All bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, television, telephone, Wi-Fi, hairdryer, iron / ironing board, safe and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features the Store Street Exchange Restaurant and Craft Bar plus a seasonal outdoor terrace. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with breakfast
Admission to Tatton Park Christmas Mansion
Manchester Festive Lunch Canal Cruise
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel to Manchester where we board our cruiser for a festive lunch cruise along the Manchester canals. We begin at Castlefield and journey along the Manchester Ship Canal to Salford Quays and the upper reaches of the canal. Throughout the cruise you can enjoy a festive three course lunch complimented by live commentary from the captain giving interesting and historical facts about the canals and landmarks along the route. Following our cruise we make the short journey to our hotel. The remainder of the evening will be at leisure to explore the Manchester Christmas Market.

Day Two

This morning, enjoy some time at leisure in Manchester before we travel to Tatton Park. This Christmas the mansion is transformed into the wonderful world of the Wizard of Oz. Step into this magical Christmas Mansion where you will be entertained by charming characters along the way and enjoy the festive illuminated displays as you marvel at the State Rooms and servants' quarters decorated for Christmas.

B=Breakfast Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Penygroes	Penygroes, Bus Stop Opposite Co-op
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Wrexham, Northbound	Wrexham, Taxi Stand King Street (Taxi Feeder Service)
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop