What’s your kind of Christmas?

The best spot for finding the perfect stocking fillers 

The largest German Christmas Market in the UK 

Enjoy a winter wonderland with a difference 

Looking for a gift for someone hard to please?  Newcastle is a treasure trove of independent boutiques, high street shops and designer stores.  With the Best Western Gibside Hotel nearby, make the most of your festive shopping trip. Heading to Scotland? There’s nowhere quite like Edinburgh at Christmas – and their Christmas market is a must visit for countless quirky gifts. Stay at the Best Western Kings Manor Hotel – perfectly placed in a quiet spot just outside the city.

Birmingham will be transformed into a traditional German city this December, with Bratwurst, gluhwein, a traditional carousel and plenty of stalls selling great festive gifts. Make the most of your visit - the Best Western Westley Hotel is within easy reach, or the Best Western Plus Birmingham NEC Meriden Manor Hotel is just a short drive away from the festivities. 

Head for Nottingham’s amazing ice festival and enjoy a stay at the Best Western Plus Nottingham City Centre Hotel. After twirling round the impressive 18m Christmas tree, cool down in the UK’s largest ice bar. Visiting the capital? Hyde Park Wonderland opens until 1 January 2018. Make the most of your trip with a stay at the stylish Best Western The Cromwell.

Tuck into a mince pie with a twist 

Experience a Victorian Christmas – Dickens style 

Escape from the hectic high street

You haven’t tried a mince pie until you’ve sampled one of Chorlton-based Barbakan Delicatessen’s Viennese versions. There’ll be around 10,000 baked there this Christmas and if you’re staying at the Best Western Manchester Altrincham Cresta Court Hotel, or the Best Western Plus Manchester Airport Wilmslow Pinewood Hotel, they’re both just a short drive away. 

Don’t just watch ‘A Christmas Carol’ or read the book, experience the classic festive tale on a whole new level at the Charles Dickens Museum in London where all-star casts perform readings by candlelight. Make the most of your visit to the capital and stay at the Best Western Corona or the Best Western The Cromwell both within a short distance of all the festivities.

Prefer cosying up by the fire to shuffling through the hustle and bustle of the high street? We don’t blame you. Relax in the beautiful tranquil setting of a rural retreat. The Best Western Beamish Hall Hotel, Beamish is a perfect choice - explore the micro brewery and sample the locally made beer. Or why not treat yourself to a spa break? The Best Western Heronston Hotel & Spa, Bridgend is a great pick.