Itinerary ideas for Coach Companies ...

Make the most of your festive outing in the Cotswolds by combining an afternoon trip to Cirencester for some skating and shopping followed by an evening at Westonbirt Arboretum’s Enchanted Christmas.  The Cirencester Christmas Market takes place the first three weekends of Westonbirt's Enchanted Christmas.

Christmas in Cirencester

From Friday 30 November to Sunday 16 December 2012, the heart of Cirencester will be transformed into a winter wonderland. Enjoy skating in the Abbey Grounds set behind the beautiful Parish Church followed by a visit to the outdoor Christmas Market which will showcase local artisans from the Cotswold area. Here you will find an enticing range of clothing, gifts and toys, together with festive food and drink.

The market will run daily from 10am – 6pm and the ice rink from midday – 8pm.

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To get to Cirencester

Cirencester is within easy reach of a number of places - just 15 miles from Swindon and Junction 15 of the M4 and for those travelling from the north, only 17 miles from Junction 11A of the M5.

Directions and more travel information click here.

Getting to Westonbirt Arboretum from Cirencester

Westonbirt Arboretum is 20 minutes drive away from Cirencester on the A429 then A433 Bath Road. The arboretum is signposted from Tetbury and from the M4. Coach and car parking is available and pre-booking for groups over 10 people will ensure coach parking and group rate entry.

The Enchanted Christmas at Westbonbirt Arboretum

The Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt Arboretum On Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings (5 - 8.30pm) from Friday 30 November to Sunday 23 December 2012, visitors to Westonbirt Arboretum can explore the famous trail of magical illuminated trees, visit a children's winter wonderland and enjoy warming mulled wine, hot chocolate and festive fare. The one mile trail has accessible paths and pre-booked electric scooters or wheelchairs are available for use free of charge.

Group prices and more details at www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt-groups.

To get to Westonbirt Arboretum (postcode GL8 8QS):

15 minutes drive from junction 18 of M4 (Bath junction) along the A46 and then onto the A433. From the M5 take junction 11a towards Cirencester (from Oxfordshire also head towards Cirencester) and then Tetbury. Pass through Tetbury on the A433. Follow the brown signs. Directions from Cirencester are above.