From seaside stays to city breaks and country cabins, five family festive getaways
The IndependentFor a fresh spin on the season and a way to truly treat the family, a UK getaway makes for the perfect, fuss-free way to connect, create special memories and get into the festive spirit. What’s more, you can earn 5%* cashback on anything you buy with the Amex® Cashback Everyday Credit Card – that’s the UK’s highest rate. Take a trip to the seaside Head to Dreamland Margate to enjoy a wonderful wintry world with festive rides and a grotto It might not seem like the most obvious time of year to head to the coast, but many of the UK’s seaside towns go all-in for the festive season, with stunning light displays, impressive decorations, and seasonal activities and events to get you in the holiday spirit. While on the Kent coast, Margate’s Dreamland amusement park turns into a wonderful wintry world with sleigh rides, seasonal entertainment and snowball fights, and the famous Margate Caves becomes a very special festive grotto. A festive break at Chessington World of Adventures includes an overnight stay and entry to the Winter’s Tail event, complete with Christmas Village, panto, and seasonal rides and activities.