Find fun-fuelled breaks for families, holidays for flocks of friends, romantic getaways for love birds, city breaks for culture vultures and rural escapes for country lovers. Get filtering to find your perfect holiday in England.
Things to do
Enjoy a festive day out to one of Europe's biggest Christmas markets
Wrap up warm and head down to the Manchester Christmas markets this winter to experience a festive array of sights, smells and sounds.
Location: Manchester
Enjoy winter ice skating at the Centre for Life
Ice skating returns to Times Square in Newcastle this winter, offering the perfect opportunity to start your winter break in style.
Location: Newcastle, Tyne and Wear
November events: Get into the festive spirit at Hertford Christmas Gala
Start off the festive season at Hertford's annual Christmas Gala.
Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire
November events: Start your shopping at the Weald and Downland Christmas Market
Find the perfect gift and enjoy a great day out at the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum.
Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Glide into Christmas at the Tunbridge Wells Ice Skating rink
A favourite festive destination, ice skating in Royal Tunbridge Wells offers something for skaters, shoppers and spectators this season.
Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
8 festive places for a Christmas break in 2023
Get stuck into the festive season by visiting some of England’s most Christmassy locations, from charming villages to historical cities.
13 festive stately homes to visit this Christmas
Indulge in all things Christmassy at these sublime stately homes famous for their elaborate festive decorations.
15 Christmas markets to visit in England
Set in some of the country’s most picturesque cities, Christmas markets are not just about the shopping.
9 unmissable Christmas steam train experiences for 2023
Get into the Christmas spirit by jumping aboard any one of these festive-themed steam train experiences in England.
6 classic Christmas movies filmed in England
From London's mews to Northampton's high street, these festive flicks filmed in England are perfect for a Christmas movie marathon.
12 Christmas shows and pantos for 2023
Get into the festive mood with some of 2023’s finest Christmas shows, pantomimes and carol services taking place across the country.