Bath and the Cotswolds makes for the perfect winter getaway if you want to enjoy the charm of the festive season and get into the Christmas spirit. From beautiful villages lit up with fairy lights, to historic attractions and traditional carols, as well as plenty of events to keep the whole family happy, here are some of the things to do in the area during the festive season…
Explore Bath, the elegant historic city, whilst it is decked out for Christmas. The Roman baths are a must, and you can soak in the naturally warm mineral waters while admiring views of the city’s rooftops at Thermae Bath Spa, as well as heading to Bath Christmas market.
There are also lots of places that offer a delicious afternoon tea – for a treat why not order one for home from somewhere like this afternoon tea box delivery service https://www.afternoonteabox over Christmas.
Head to the Cotswolds where you can enjoy the stunning countryside and enjoy a bracing winters walk – the Cotswold Way is one of the most popular and well known walking trails, and you will find lots of country pubs in the area where you can sit in front of a roaring fire after a long walk!
There are also beautiful festive light trails to enjoy in the area such as at Westonbirt Arboretum and Soudley castle – but remember to book in advance as these are very popular.