Wednesday 3rd to Thursday 4th December 2025. Enjoy the magical illuminated winter trail at Wisley Gardens and the stunning interior of Windsor Castle, beautifully decorated for Christmas. From £249pp.
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Come and explore a magical winter wonderland of colour, music and light at RHS Wisley Glow. Follow an exciting new route through the stunning Seven Acres, past giant flowers that come to life with a simple touch, to the Glasshouse for an experience that will wow you.
As you wander, enjoy festive tunes filling the air, illuminated trees with colour-changing roots, fairy light Christmas trees and a field of flames to light up your night. Snap a picture with family and friends in front of the sparkling star arch, and venture through a twinkling tunnel of light along Wisteria Walk a favourite spot for selfies. Head over to the Jellicoe Canal for the spectacular grand finale!
Holiday Inn, Bath Road, London Heathrow****
This modern hotel has a unique, open plan atrium that takes inspiration from an Italian streetscape. Windsor Castle is about a 30 minute drive away. The contemporary, spacious bedrooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, smart TVs, USB ports and tea & coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.
Your Short Break includes :
1 night bed & full English breakfast
Entrance to the illuminated trail in RHS Wisley Gardens
Entrance to Windsor Castle at Christmas with audio guide
Travel by Tally Ho coach
Accompanied by our tour manager
£269pp based on two sharing twin/double room. Single supplement £40pp.
Your nearest pick-up point.
Wednesday 3rd Dec
Leaving Devon we travel to London and check in to our hotel, early evening we travel to RHS Wisley. Come and explore a magical winter wonderland of colour, music and light at RHS Wisley Glow. Follow an exciting new route through the stunning Seven Acres, past giant flowers that come to life with a simple touch, to the Glasshouse for an experience that will wow you. Stroll through the Tropical House and see amazing tropical plants lit up in all their glory. For the first time ever, a floating pontoon will take you over the Glasshouse Lake, giving you a breathtaking view of the garden as never seen before.
As you wander, enjoy festive tunes filling the air, illuminated trees with colour-changing roots, fairy light Christmas trees and a field of flames to light up your night. Snap a picture with family and friends in front of the sparkling star arch, and venture through a twinkling tunnel of light along Wisteria Walk. Head over to the Jellicoe Canal for the spectacular grand finale!
When you're ready for a break, check out the gift stalls along the route and pick up perfect presents
Enjoy winter warmers, hot food and festive bakes in the Wisley Café, and for food on the go, you'll find hot drinks and yummy treats available to buy from chalets in the Village Square.
You may wish to bring a torch with you.
Thursday 4th Dec
After a full English breakfast we visit Windsor Castle. There will be plenty of time in the largest occupied castle in the world. Audio Guides are included in our visit to ensure we don't miss a thing! The Christmas display at Windsor includes the magnificent centre-piece - the 20-foot-high Nordmann Fir in St George's Hall which comes from Windsor Great Park. The tree is beautifully dressed with hundreds of iridescent glass and mirrored ornaments. In the State Dining Room, the table is laid with silver-gilt pieces from the spectacular Grand Service commissioned by George IV and still used today by The Queen and her guests at State Banquets. We depart Windsor mid-afternoon and return home to Devon.
FEFE=Full English Breakfast
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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Brixham | Brixham - Bank lane opposite Baptist Church |
Dartmouth | Dartmouth Marks & Spencer |
Exeter | Exeter Motorway Services |
Ivybridge | Ivybridge Town Hall opp Garage |
Kingsbridge Quay | Kingsbridge Quay |
Newton Abbot | Newton Abbot opp Railway Station |
Paignton | Paignton Great Western Road Bus Stop by Library |
Plymouth 1 | Plymouth Derry's Cross |
Plympton 6 | Plympton Harewood House bus stop |
Plymstock | Plymstock Elburton bus stop opp Elburton Hotel |
Torquay | Torquay coach bay outside Princess Theatre |
Totnes KEVICC | Totnes KEVICC |
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