Thursford Christmas Spectacular 2026
The ultimate christmas musical experience - combines dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes and singing from a cast of over 100.
The ultimate christmas musical experience - combines dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes and singing from a cast of over 100.
In 1977 against a background of steam engines, mechanical organs and fairground rides, a small Christmas show took place with eight choir scholars from King’s College Cambridge singing carols – it has now grown into the largest Christmas show in England! The show creates a magical Christmas of yester-year – a time of love, hope and giving. The one element that encapsulates the spirit of Christmas more than any other is music and this show is truly the ultimate Christmas musical experience. Combined with dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes and singing from a cast of over 100 – this show would not be out of place in any of London’s west end theatres!
ITINERARY
Sunday - Morning departure from Dorset to St Albans for lunch - an historic city boasting a magnificent cathedral. Resume that afternoon, across country to Norwich and after settling in enjoy a 3 course dinner with choices.
Monday - Coach transfer into Norwich city centre. Explore the maze of narrow cobbled streets around the Cathedral area or visit the Castle which dates back to the Normans. We then make the 45 minute drive to Thursford arriving in time to visit the optional extra "Enchanted Journey of Light" or to browse the Christmas themed shops. Take your seats for a matinee* performance of the famous Thursford Christmas Spectacular (start 14:00 - end 17:00) - the biggest and best Christmas Show in England - it has to be seen to be believed - set within the grounds of the famous Thursford Steam Museum. Return to hotel for dinner.
Tuesday - This morning join a boat cruise on the Norfolk Broads - a magical trip with mulled wine and a mince pie with the opportunity to enjoy scenic views and wildlife from the top-deck accompanied by an amusing commentary. Return to Norwich in time for lunch with more time this afternoon to explore this fascinating and historic city.
Wednesday - Homeward bound with a stop for sightseeing and lunch in "Royal" Windsor. Return to Dorset by early evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Holiday inn, Norwich
Quietly situated on the outskirts of the city and convenient for our chosen visits – this 3 star hotel punches well above its rating and provides comfortable accommodation and attentive service. Bedrooms are well equipped and offer a private bathroom, free toiletries, hairdryer, TV/radio, phone, fridge, safe, tea tray, air-con and wifi. The restaurant is contemporary and spacious and provides a full breakfast menu and 3 course dinners with choices. Guests have free use of a fantastic heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym – or the less energetic can relax in the bar, lounge or courtyard garden. A lift serves all three floors and room service is available.
TOUR PRICE: £499.00 Per Person
Single Room Supplement: £140.00
Price Includes • All coach travel • 3 nights hotel accommodation • Half board meals • Ticket for Thursford Show* • Norfolk Broads boat cruise •
*Show ticket subject to availability – performance time may change to evening show.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | Southlands Road bus stop on Buxton Road, Weymouth (former St Nicholas Church) |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Value House | Value House Car Park |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
