🚌🎄 Winter Wonderland Coach Trip Itinerary 🎄🚌
📍 Destination: Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park (London)
🕒 Arrival Time: 12:30 PM
🕖 Departure Time: 8:00 PM
🕧 12:30 PM — Arrive at Hyde Park
🚌 Coach arrives at designated drop-off point
🧥 Time to get your coats, gloves & tickets ready!
🕐 1:00 PM — Enter Winter Wonderland 🎟️
🎡 Enjoy attractions like the Giant Wheel, Ice Rink, & Magical Ice Kingdom
🍭 Grab some treats from festive food stalls
🎁 Shop for gifts in the Christmas Market
🎢 Try the rides (if you're feeling brave!)
☕ Grab a warm drink or snack together
🧣 Take a break before exploring more
🕠 6:30 PM — Leave the Park 🚶
🎟️ Ensure you have all your belongings
🗺️ Head back to the coach meeting point
🕖 7:00 PM — Coach Departs 🚌
💤 Settle in and relax after a festive day out
📲 Share your best photos from the day!
Here’s a list of the top things to see and do at Winter Wonderland Hyde Park 🎄✨ — perfect for planning your visit or sharing with your group!
🎡 Top Things to See at Winter Wonderland (Hyde Park)
❄️ 1. Magical Ice Kingdom
Walk through an enchanting world made entirely of ice and snow!
❄️ Ice sculptures, frozen forests, and themed displays
📸 Great photo ops everywhere
⛸️ 2. Ice Skating
Glide around the UK’s largest outdoor ice rink
Surrounded by twinkling lights and a Victorian bandstand
Skates provided ⛸️
🎡 3. Giant Observation Wheel
Enjoy panoramic views over Hyde Park and beyond
Perfect at sunset or night for all the Christmas lights 🌆
Great for all ages!
🎢 4. Thrilling Rides & Coasters
From high-speed roller coasters to family-friendly rides 🎢
Don’t miss: Munich Looping – the world’s largest transportable roller coaster!
Also: Funhouse, Drop Tower, and Haunted Mansion 👻
🏰 5. Santa Land
A must for families with little ones 🎅
Meet Santa Claus in his grotto (free to visit!)
Mini rides, festive characters & lots of cheer 🎁
🎪 6. Shows & Entertainment
Ticketed events throughout the day (book in advance!)
🎭 Zippos Christmas Circus – family-friendly fun
🤹 Cirque Berserk – adrenaline-packed acrobatics
🧊 Ice Show – skating and storytelling on ice
🍗 7. Festive Food & Drink
Huge variety of stalls and themed bars:
🍔 Gourmet burgers, churros, bratwurst
☕ Hot chocolate, mulled wine, and festive cocktails
🍺 Don’t miss the Bavarian Village – food, music, and dancing
🛍️ 8. Christmas Markets
Over 100 charming wooden chalets
🎁 Handmade gifts, crafts, ornaments & seasonal goodies
🕯️ Ideal for unique stocking stuffers!
📸 9. Instagrammable Spots
Ice sculpture scenes
The archways of fairy lights ✨
Giant Christmas trees and festive installations 🎄
Pls note any attraction’s, rides and food are not included in the package.
Seats are non refundable.
🚌🎄 Winter Wonderland Coach Trip Itinerary 🎄🚌
📍 Destination: Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park (London)
🕒 Arrival Time: 12:30 PM
🕖 Departure Time: 7:00 PM
🕧 12:30 PM — Arrive at Hyde Park
🚌 Coach arrives at designated drop-off point
🧥 Time to get your coats, gloves & tickets ready!
🕐 1:00 PM — Enter Winter Wonderland 🎟️
🎡 Enjoy attractions like the Giant Wheel, Ice Rink, & Magical Ice Kingdom
🍭 Grab some treats from festive food stalls
🎁 Shop for gifts in the Christmas Market
🎢 Try the rides (if you're feeling brave!)
☕ Grab a warm drink or snack together
🧣 Take a break before exploring more
🕠 6:30 PM — Leave the Park 🚶
🎟️ Ensure you have all your belongings
🗺️ Head back to the coach meeting point
🕖 7:00 PM — Coach Departs 🚌
💤 Settle in and relax after a festive day out
📲 Share your best photos from the day!
Here’s a list of the top things to see and do at Winter Wonderland Hyde Park 🎄✨ — perfect for planning your visit or sharing with your group!
🎡 Top Things to See at Winter Wonderland (Hyde Park)
❄️ 1. Magical Ice Kingdom
Walk through an enchanting world made entirely of ice and snow!
❄️ Ice sculptures, frozen forests, and themed displays
📸 Great photo ops everywhere
⛸️ 2. Ice Skating
Glide around the UK’s largest outdoor ice rink
Surrounded by twinkling lights and a Victorian bandstand
Skates provided ⛸️
🎡 3. Giant Observation Wheel
Enjoy panoramic views over Hyde Park and beyond
Perfect at sunset or night for all the Christmas lights 🌆
Great for all ages!
🎢 4. Thrilling Rides & Coasters
From high-speed roller coasters to family-friendly rides 🎢
Don’t miss: Munich Looping – the world’s largest transportable roller coaster!
Also: Funhouse, Drop Tower, and Haunted Mansion 👻
🏰 5. Santa Land
A must for families with little ones 🎅
Meet Santa Claus in his grotto (free to visit!)
Mini rides, festive characters & lots of cheer 🎁
🎪 6. Shows & Entertainment
Ticketed events throughout the day (book in advance!)
🎭 Zippos Christmas Circus – family-friendly fun
🤹 Cirque Berserk – adrenaline-packed acrobatics
🧊 Ice Show – skating and storytelling on ice
🍗 7. Festive Food & Drink
Huge variety of stalls and themed bars:
🍔 Gourmet burgers, churros, bratwurst
☕ Hot chocolate, mulled wine, and festive cocktails
🍺 Don’t miss the Bavarian Village – food, music, and dancing
🛍️ 8. Christmas Markets
Over 100 charming wooden chalets
🎁 Handmade gifts, crafts, ornaments & seasonal goodies
🕯️ Ideal for unique stocking stuffers!
📸 9. Instagrammable Spots
Ice sculpture scenes
The archways of fairy lights ✨
Giant Christmas trees and festive installations 🎄
Pls note any attraction’s, rides and food are not included in the package.
Seats are non refundable.
✨ Lights of Abraham – 5 PM Visit Itinerary
📍 Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire
🗓️ Event runs late November–December (selected evenings)
🕔 Your entry time: 5 PM
⏰ Recommended duration: 3–3.5 hours
🕓 4:30 PM – Arrive in Matlock Bath
Arrive 30 minutes early to find parking (there’s no on-site parking at the Heights — use the Station Car Park or Temple Road Car Park nearby).
Grab a quick warm drink or snack in one of the cafés or riverside stalls before walking to the Base Cable Car Station.
🕔 5:00 PM – Cable Car Ascent
Check in and board your illuminated cable car for the magical ride up to the summit.
The views of Matlock Bath below — twinkling with lights — are beautiful at dusk.
Take a few photos mid-ride if you can!
🕕 5:15 PM – Start the Light Trail
Begin your walk through the illuminated woodland and gardens.
Follow the path at your own pace (most visitors take 45–60 minutes).
Highlights to look out for:
✨ The Neon Forest
🦢 The Giant Swans on the pond
❄️ The Ice Garden
🌲 The Colour Walk through glowing trees and sculptures
🪞 Light reflections near the Tinker’s Shaft viewpoint
🕕 6:00 PM – Summit Stop: Food & Warmth
Pause for a break at the summit’s Vista Bar and Restaurant.
Try their winter menu: wood-fired pizzas, hot chocolate, or mulled wine.
Or grab a snack from the Snap Tin Café (loaded chips, hot dogs, or sweet treats).
Relax by a fire pit or take in the views over the Derwent Valley.
🕖 6:45 PM – Second Half of the Trail
Continue exploring any areas you missed earlier — there are interactive light displays and great photo spots around the Victoria Prospect Tower.
Visit the gift shop before descending — they have unique local crafts and souvenirs.
🕗 7:15 PM – Descend by Cable Car
Enjoy your return cable car ride — the view of the valley illuminated below is stunning at night.
You’ll arrive back at the base station around 7:30 PM.
🕢 7:30 PM – Optional: Explore Matlock Bath
Take a short stroll along the riverside lights or stop for dessert or a drink at a nearby pub (like The Midland or The Fishpond).
💡 Quick Tips
Dress warmly and wear good shoes (paths are steep and uneven).
Bring a charged phone/camera — great photo ops throughout!
Allow 3–3.5 hours total for the full experience.
The last entry is usually 7 PM, so you’re right in the perfect window for seeing the lights at their best.
A day of shopping and Food, first Saturday of the 2026!!
🕥 10:30 AM – Arrive at the Trafford Centre
Welcome to one of the UK’s largest shopping and leisure destinations!
Explore over 200 stores – from designer brands to high street favourites
Visit the Orient Food Court for breakfast, brunch, or coffee
Optional activities: SEA LIFE, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, or cinema
Free time for shopping and sightseeing
🛍️ Shopping Tip: Look out for seasonal sales and special offers!
🕐 2:30 PM – Depart for Wilmslow Road (Manchester’s Curry Mile)
Short journey from Trafford Centre to Wilmslow Road – home to Manchester’s famous Curry Mile and vibrant South Asian culture.
🕓 3:00 PM – Arrive at Wilmslow Road
Spend the afternoon exploring:
Authentic restaurants, cafés, and dessert houses
Independent shops, cultural stores, and street food spots
Great photo opportunities and a lively atmosphere
🍛 Dining Suggestion: Try a traditional curry house or sample some sweet treats before heading home.
🕖 7:00 PM – Depart Wilmslow Road
Board the coach for a comfortable return journey.
Please ensure you’re back at the pick-up point 15 minutes before departure.
Important Notes:
Please keep your belongings safe and take them with you when leaving the coach.
For any issues on the day, contact your trip organiser or coach driver.
Have a fantastic day out!