Christmas Lights & Festive Delights in Merry England

On this Christmas tour, embark on an adventure into Dickensian England to discover cobbled streets filled with independent stores, local crafts and festive treats, stopping for festive refreshments before encountering the wondrous festive lights of Longleat!

Available from 9th November to 30th December | Start time 2:30pm
Pick up from your accomodation | Private only

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Tour Overview

Encounter festive England on an adventure into authentic England to encounter cobbled streets, small independent and the world’s greatest light festival on a journey that shares the very best of England at Christmas.

Browse the independent craft stores of Frome, one of England’s most beautiful, historic towns, before encountering the extraordinary spectacle of Longleat’s Festival of Lights, stopping for an exquisite festive dining experience on the way back to Bath.

The festival of light explores a new theme every year. Our pictures show previous years' themes, so expect something similar but new and fresh.

* The 2026 theme and dates will be announced in early 2026.

This tour has an optional dining add-on. Learn more here.

There is currently no shared availability for this tour. If you think something is wrong, please contact us.

What's Included

Pick up and return to your Bath accommodation

We also collect guests from the front of Bridgwater House, BA1 1LN.

Time to explore at your own pace

We understand the importance of discovery at a pace that works for you.

Entrance tickets

All entrance tickets are included in the price of this experience.

A tour that delves into history, story and location

At one of the most recognisable locations in the UK.

A warm, expert local guide

Uncover stories, places, routes & experiences that most just won't find.

Travel in a luxurious vehicle

Enjoy wide, comfortable seats, air-conditioning, large windows, and on-board refreshments.

Christmas Tour Itinerary

  • 2:30 pm1. Pick up at your accommodation.

    Pick up time from months June to August are at 8:30am.
  • 45 mins2. Travel from Bath to Frome

  • 90 mins3. Explore the historic streets of Frome and its remarkable, independent stores

  • 15 mins4. Travel to Longleat

  • 2 hours5. Enjoy the enchanting Festival of Lights at Longleat

    Each year explores a different theme. 2025 is 'Journey through time'.
  • 2 hours6. Dinner at an atmospheric country pub

    *This is an optional extra. Enjoy a fabulous meal with hot drinks beside the fire in an eatery rich in character & charm!
  • 45 mins7. Return to Bath

  • 7:30 pm (with Dinner option 9:30pm)8. Drop back at your accommodation.

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