Christmas in Shrewsbury
Wed 23 December - Sun 27 December 2026: A 5 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Shrewsbury with Jones Holidays staying at the Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall & Spa
CHRISTMAS IN SHREWSBURY
23 – 27 December 2026
Wednesday - Sunday
5 Days
From £779
Discover the charm, history and festive sparkle of Shropshire on this wonderful Christmas escape. Based in the beautiful medieval town of Shrewsbury, your holiday includes enchanting visits to Ludlow, Kidderminster, and a truly unforgettable festive adventure on the Severn Valley Railway.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
Shrewsbury | Ludlow | Kidderminster | Severn Valley Railway
DAY ONE – Arrival
Depart from your home we travel to Shrewsbury, where you have time for lunch and a little explore before we meet again and make our way to our hotel, where we check in and enjoy tea/coffee and a festive treat on arrival.
DAY TWO – Kidderminster and Severn Valley Railway ‘Christmas Eve’
This morning, we make our way into Kidderminster, ready for a final sprinkle of Christmas excitement. There’s time for some last-minute Christmas shopping in the town centre, soaking up the festive atmosphere and twinkling lights.
Or, if you prefer a quieter start to the day, enjoy a peaceful winter walk beside the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal — crisp air, calm water, and a wonderfully seasonal sense of tranquillity.
Next, we head to the Severn Valley Railway, where a magical experience awaits. Step aboard a magical steam train from Kidderminster Station and journey into a world of festive wonder! join Santa and friends for “The Great Christmas Train Rescue”, a heart-warming theatrical adventure brought to life
After an unforgettable journey with Santa, we make our way back to the hotel. The excitement builds as we get cosy, settle in, and prepare everything for Santa’s visit in the morning.
A perfect Christmas Eve — full of magic, memories, and festive warmth.
DAY THREE – Shrewsbury ‘Christmas Day’
Merry Christmas! Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and open your presents this morning. Take a stroll and work up an appetite for a Traditional Christmas Lunch. Listen to the King’s speech followed by tea, coffee and Christmas cake. An informal fork buffet dinner will be followed by Christmas movies
DAY FOUR – Ludlow ‘Boxing Day’
This morning we head to historic Ludlow. See some of its stunning medieval architecture and enjoy quality food and drink to get into the festive spirit. You could even visit the famous castle! We return to the hotel in the early afternoon for brunch.
Enjoy a pre-dinner drink this evening, and some evening entertainment to get you into the festive spirit.
DAY FIVE – Departure
After breakfast, we depart the hotel and begin our journey home with fond memories of Christmas in Shrewsbury.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Luxury coach travel
Home pick-up
4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast
Porterage on arrival and departure
tea/coffee and a festive treat on arrival
Three nights of hotel entertainment 24th, 25th & 26th
Traditional Christmas Day lunch
Boxing Day lunch
Severn Valley Railway.
ALBRIGHTON HALL HOTEL & SPA, SHREWSBURY
The Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, just 4 miles from Shrewsbury centre, is a beautiful 18th century manor house. Set in 15 acres of grounds with an ornamental lake, the hotel has 87 contemporary guest rooms, each with internet access and satellite TV. Enjoy an elegant afternoon tea, lunch or dinner in the Oak Room Restaurant or relax in our 1630 Bar. The unrivalled Leisure Club & Spa includes an indoor pool, sauna, steam and ice room.Hotel has a lift but not to all parts of the hotel
Please note, all single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy. All rooms have showers over bath, two accessible rooms available on request with walk in showers.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES
Luxury coach travel
Home pick-up
4 nights accommodation, dinner & breakfast
Porterage on arrival and departure
tea/coffee and a festive treat on arrival
Three nights of hotel entertainment 24th, 25th & 26th
Traditional Christmas Day lunch
Boxing Day lunch
Severn Valley Railway.
ALBRIGHTON HALL HOTEL & SPA, SHREWSBURY
The Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, just 4 miles from Shrewsbury centre, is a beautiful 18th century manor house. Set in 15 acres of grounds with an ornamental lake, the hotel has 87 contemporary guest rooms, each with internet access and satellite TV. Enjoy an elegant afternoon tea, lunch or dinner in the Oak Room Restaurant or relax in our 1630 Bar. The unrivalled Leisure Club & Spa includes an indoor pool, sauna, steam and ice room.Hotel has a lift but not to all parts of the hotel.
Please note, all single rooms are double/twin for sole occupancy. All rooms have showers over bath, two accessible rooms available on request with walk in showers.
HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE
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General |
Rooms |
Accessibility |
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4 star |
Tea/coffee making facilities |
Lift |
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Bar |
Television |
Wheelchair accessible |
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Restaurant |
Wi-Fi |
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Lounge |
Iron |
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Gym |
Hairdryer |
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Swimming pool |
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DAYS |
TOUR DATE |
DEPARTS |
TERMS |
SUPPLEMENT |
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5 |
23 – 27 DEC 2026 |
WEDNESDAY |
£779 |
£144 SINGLE |
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JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE |
£38 |
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Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply. Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office. If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).
B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included
DAY ONED
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Depart from your home we travel to Shrewsbury, where you have time for lunch and a little explore before we meet again and make our way to our hotel, where we check in and enjoy tea/coffee and a festive treat on arrival. |
DAY TWOB, D
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This morning, we make our way into Kidderminster, ready for a final sprinkle of Christmas excitement. There's time for some last-minute Christmas shopping in the town centre, soaking up the festive atmosphere and twinkling lights. |
DAY THREEB, D
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Merry Christmas! Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and open your presents this morning. Take a stroll and work up an appetite for a Traditional Christmas Lunch. Listen to the King's speech followed by tea, coffee and Christmas cake. An informal fork buffet dinner will be followed by Christmas movies |
DAY FOURB, D
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This morning we head to historic Ludlow. See some of its stunning medieval architecture and enjoy quality food and drink to get into the festive spirit. You could even visit the famous castle! We return to the hotel in the early afternoon for brunch. |
DAY FIVEB
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After breakfast, we depart the hotel and begin our journey home with fond memories of Christmas in Shrewsbury. |
| Date | Duration | From price | Book now | Call back | Favourites |
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| 23 Dec 2026 | 5 Days | £779.00 | — | ★ |
Pick-up points
Find the closest pick up point to you for this trip
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bodelwyddan | Bodelwyddan, Marble Church |
| Broughton | Broughton, Broughton Layby on A5104 |
| Chester, (Holiday Inn) | Chester, Holiday Inn South - Layby Outside |
| Chirk | Chirk, Moreton Park Garden Centre |
| Colwyn Bay | Colwyn Bay, Railway Station |
| Holywell | Holywell, Bus Station |
| Llandudno Junction | Llandudno Junction, Train Station Car Park |
| Wrexham (Plas Coch Pub) | Wrexham Plas Coch Pub |
Home pick-ups
Use the map and postcode lookup to check if home pick-up is available and what it costs.