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Christmas and New Year at Heritage Mews, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Christmas lights at Stratford-upon-Avon

Christmas in Stratford-upon-Avon is a magical experience. The Christmas lights throughout the town centre are spectacular and regarded as amongst the finest in the country. This year’s switch on is Thursday 27 November, with a special ceremony and procession heralding the beginning of the town’s Christmas celebrations. There are weekly Christmas markets and late night shopping every Thursday in December; festive activities at the Shakespeare Houses including candlelit tours of Shakespeare’s Birthplace; craft markets; theatre shows; Christmas concerts and much more. At nearby National Trust houses, magnificently decorated for Christmas, you can enjoy a variety of traditional festive events. Visit Warwick Castle with a ‘fantasy and fairytale’ Christmas theme and enjoy a special Christmas lunch - available throughout December. See details of Christmas events below.

Christmas at Heritage Mews
At Heritage Mews you can be sure of a special welcome – the cottage is beautifully decorated for Christmas from the weekend of the 12th / 13th December - or earlier by arrangement – with some festive extras awaiting you on your arrival. With fully controllable gas central heating, double glazing and luxurious carpets the cottage is welcoming, warm and comfortable whatever the weather. Enjoy the benefit of our private off-road parking (for two cars) and explore this beautiful historic town on foot. Take a Christmas shopping break in November or December or opt for a hassle free Christmas or New Year, spoilt for choice with the wide variety of restaurants,traditional tea rooms, cafes, pubs and bars.


We look forward to welcoming you at Heritage Mews.

Val and Simon

Week and short break rates at  Heritage Mews

Prices are fully inclusive of gas, electricity, central heating, Wi-Fi internet access, bed linen and towels. You will find a festive welcome tray on your arrival.
Christmas at Heritage Mews
1 November to  
13 December
weekly rate - £325
two night break - £195
three night break - £244
four night break - £276
13 to 20 December
weekly rate - £350
two night break - £210
three night break - £263
four night break - £298
20 December to 
3 January
weekly rate - £575          
(fully booked
)

Christmas events in Stratford-upon-Avon

Thursday 27 November: Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Lights Switch-on and
every Thursday 27 November to 18 December inclusive:
                                             
Christmas Craft Market – all day in Bridge Street until 8pm
Late Night Shopping in town centre.
Free City Sightseeing Bus Tours of the Christmas Lights. 5.30pm, 6.30pm & 7.30pm.

Christmas in Bridge Street, Stratford-upon-Avon

Daily from 1 December: Christmas Lunches at Upton House (National Trust) - Enjoy lunch at the stylish Pavilion Restaurant and take a stroll around the new all weather route in the gardens.  Lunch £20 from 12noon to 2pm. Booking essential – tel. 01295 671112. Christmas shopping in the gift shop.

Daily from 1 December: Christmas Lunches at Warwick Castle – Celebrate at Warwick Castle with a wonderful Christmas lunch. Package includes entry to the Castle.
http://www.warwick-castle.co.uk/events/christmas_lunches.asp

Daily until 14 December: Christmas at Blenheim Palace, near Oxford: Blenheim Palace is decorated for Christmas with a Victorian theme, with estate grown Christmas trees in the Great Court and elegant decorations adorn the State Rooms.

Daily: Stratford Town Walk- Daily guided walk including Christmas Day and New Year's Day. No need to book.

Saturday 6 December to Sunday 4 January: Christmas at Warwick Castle - Visit the Castle magnificently decorated for Christmas, with a fantasy and fairy tale theme.

Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December:
Christmas at Upton House (National Trust) -
enjoy a festive day with the ground floor of the House sumptuously decorated for Christmas and a Christmas Market from 12noon to 4pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Victorian Weekend at Charlecote Park (National Trust) – see Charlecote's Victorian splendour and soak up the atmosphere of a traditional Christmas in the heart of England. 12noon to 4pm. No additional charges.
Christmas at Coughton Court (National Trust) - See Coughton Court prepare for a traditional Victorian Christmas. Peruse the shop for Christmas gifts and enjoy a Christmas Dinner. 11am to 4pm. Gates open 10.45am.
The Winter Garden at Hidcote Manor Garden (National Trust) – Hidcote is open winter weekends, with a set winter trail around the garden. 12noon to 4pm. Admission £4.00. On Sunday enjoy a Christmas lunch in the restaurant.


Sunday 7 December
: Warwick Races: Pre Christmas Family Day: first race (jump) 12.40pm.
Yuletide Fayre in Leamington Spa: Christmas market in the town centre, 10am to 5pm.

Thursday 11 December: Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market in Bridge Street - all day until 8pm.
Late Night Shopping in the town centre
Free City Sightseeing Bus Tours of the Christmas Lights at 5.30pm, 6.30pm & 7.30pm.

Friday 12 December: "A Christmas Cracker" at Stratford Town Hall – Stratford Operatic Society. 7.30pm. Tel: 01789 205971.

Saturday 13 December: Retail & Craft Market in Stratford – 9am to 4pm.

The Tree of Thought, Stratford-upon-Avon


Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 December
:
Festive Entertainment at Blenheim Palace – traditional carols and festive music to celebrate Christmas.
Elizabethan Weekend at Charlecote Park (National Trust) – see Charlecote’s Elizabethan splendour celebrating the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth 1st’s ascension to the throne, and Festive Walk – enjoy a guided walk of the Parklands. 12 to 1pm.  £5.00.  Booking essential.
The Winter Garden at Hidcote Manor Garden (National Trust) – Hidcote is open winter weekends, with a set winter trail around the garden. 12noon to 4pm. Admission £4.00. On Sunday enjoy a Christmas lunch in the restaurant. Christmas at Upton House (National Trust) - enjoy a festive day with the ground floor of the House sumptuously decorated for Christmas. 12noon to 4pm.
Christmas Wassail at Coughton Court (National Trust) – Christmas stories and carols, mulled wine, roaring fire & mince pies.  4.30pm to 6.30pm and 7.30pm to 9.30pm.  Booking essential.

Sunday 14 December: Yuletide Fayre in Leamington Spa: 10am to 5pm.

Thursday 18 December:
Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Market
in Bridge Street and an Italian Market in Rother Street - all day.
Late Night Shopping in the town centre.
Free City Sightseeing Bus Tours of the Christmas Lights.
Shakespeare’s Birthplace Late Night Opening & Candlelit Tours - free, from 5.30pm to 8pm.

Friday 19 December: Stratford-upon-Avon: Italian Market and Christmas Community Concert in Bridge Street, with choirs, bands and food & drink stalls - from midday to 10pm.

Saturday 20 December:
Stratford Choral Society's "Messiah" at Holy Trinity Church, Old Town, Stratford:
7.30pm. Tel: 01789 285010.
Carols at Warwick Castle: an evening of carol singing and fun in the castle grounds –  raising money for charity.  www.carolsatwarwickcastle.co.uk

Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 December:
Christmas at the Shakespeare Houses in Stratford-upon-Avon
– the houses decorated for Christmas and a range of festive activities.
Christmas at Upton House (National Trust) - enjoy a festive day with the ground floor of Upton House sumptuously decorated for Christmas. 12noon to 4pm. Normal admission charges apply.
Festiv
e Walk at Charlecote Park: Enjoy a guided walk of the Parklands. 12noon – 1pm. £5. Booking essential – tel. 01789 470277.
Christmas at Kenilworth Castle
The Winter Garden at Hidcote Manor Garden (National Trust) – Hidcote is open winter weekends, with a set winter trail around the garden. Open 12noon to 4pm. Admission £4.00. On Sunday enjoy a Christmas lunch in the restaurant.

Sunday 21 December:
Christmas Concert in Stratford-upon-Avon – The Orchestra of the Swan at the Civic Hall.
7.30pm. A seasonal celebration of Christmas Music.
Yuletide Fayre in Leamington Spa: 10am to 5pm.

Daily from 26 December to 4 January: Upton House Winter Warmer –special daily opening at Upton House & Gardens: Walk off your Christmas indulgence with a gentle stroll around the new all weather route in the gardens. Enjoy lunch or afternoon tea at the stylish Pavilion restaurant and pick up a bargain in the National Trust gift shop. Normal admission charges apply. Daily from Boxing Day, and including New Year’s Day - 12noon to 4pm.

Saturday 27 December to Tuesday 30 December: Yuletide Flights over Stratford: Tel: 07926 678093. www.avonaircentre.com

Saturday 27 December to Friday 2 January
:Romeo & Juliet at The Courtyard Theatre

Wednesday 31 December:Warwick Races: Festivities Breakaway: first race (jump)12.40pm.

 


Email: enquiries@heritagemews.co.uk
Telephone: 01564 778649 or 07946 200740
 
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