See all pictures (3) Your chosen break Blackpool Illuminations & Manchester Christmas Markets 2 day break staying at the Norbreck Castle Hotel - Blackpool See all pictures (11) Highlights Blackpool Illuminations Blackpool Manchester The Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa, Blackpool Live Entertainment Schedule Highlights Highlights A two-day break to enjoy the UK’s most popular seaside resort with free time to enjoy the famous Blackpool illuminations. With miles of sparkling lights, it's easy to see why this has been a firm favourite for years, attracting thousands of visitors from across the globe! along with a visit to Manchester with time to enjoy the Christmas Markets. What's Included? Modern coach travel with reserved seatingOne night dinner, bed and breakfast at The Norbreck Castle Hotel - Blackpool2 for 1 bar for three hours each evening with a choice of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinksLive Entertainment Break - Enjoy a great selection of both daytime and evening entertainment (see entertainment tab)Time to enjoy the best of BlackpoolVisit to Manchester and its Christmas MarketsThe Blackpool Illuminations - Between September and January, Blackpool shines brighter than any summer's day. The UK’s most popular seaside resort holds its annual free light show – and it’s the best time of year to visit!Blackpool - With its many visitor attractions, traditional seaside charm and award-winning beaches, it’s not surprising that so many holidaymakers visit this popular resort. Take a stroll along the promenade and discover the town’s visitor attractions, including the amusements, museums and the three Victorian piersManchester Christmas Markets - With markets spread across the city, a trip to Manchester is sure to get you feeling festive! As one of the largest Christmas Markets in the UK, it not only offers a huge variety of handmade, unique gifts, locally produced food and warming hot drinks, but also boasts an ice rink and light trails alongside the iconic Manchester Giant Santa. You’ll love wandering the rows of stalls and soaking up the festive atmosphere!Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa - Tucked away on the far North of Blackpool's seafront, the Norbreck is quietly located, but has easy access to the buzz of the town centre. One of the largest Brittania-run hotels (and most distinct), it has a well-equipped health club – and unrivalled entertainment. The Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa, Blackpool The Norbreck Castle Hotel & Spa, Blackpool A quiet but convenient locationTucked away on the far North of Blackpool’s shining seafront, the distinctive Norbreck Castle Hotel and Spa is quietly located - but if you want to head off into the buzz of Blackpool, the hotel has easy access. There are regular bus and tram services (there’s a tram stop right outside which takes you to Church Street in 25 minutes) and if you fancy a walk, it’s about an hour.It’s known for its entertainmentNorbreck’s entertainment is unrivalled: you’ve got a choice of cabaret shows, cash bingo and the hotel’s resident entertainment. There’s also a small cinema with three showings a day, BT Sports in one of the bars and an on-site amusement arcade.It’s a hotel with everythingWith 487 rooms, it’s one of the largest Brittania-run hotels - and it has benefitted from a recent full refurb over the last 12 months. As well as the entertainment on offer, Norbreck Castle guests can enjoy a modern health club with plenty of facilities, a brand-new restaurant, several bars, a café with an outdoor seating area and several large sea-front lounges.Hotel features: Free Wi-Fi in public areas and bedrooms Lift to most floors Java Lounge Café Bar - selection of coffees, teas, cakes and light snacks with an outdoor seating area Conservatory Bar and Copperface Jacks Sports Bar (adults only) – hot and cold food and drinks served throughout the day BT Sports in one of the bars On-site amusement arcade Small on-site cinema – free of charge, three shows a day Castles Restaurant - all-you-can-eat/unlimited buffet meals Bingo with cabaret shows on Fri, Sat and 2 midweek nights/resident entertainment every night/cash bingo The Norbreck Castle Health Club – indoor heated pool, steam room, spa bath, gym, aerobics classes and sunbeds (extra charges may apply) In the room: en suite facilities, Wi-Fi, telephone, hairdryer, TV, tea and coffee making facilities 80 car parking spaces – small charge 23 adapted rooms – alarm, pull cord, walk-in shower Ramp on front of hotel/20 wheelchair-access rooms Blackpool Illuminations Blackpool Illuminations Between September and January, Blackpool shines brighter than any summer's day The UK’s most popular seaside resort does not shut its doors in winter. Instead, it holds its annual free light show, The Blackpool Illuminations – and it’s the best time of year to visit! It all began in 1879 8 arc lamps sprung up along Blackpool’s seafront in 1879 (the council was experimenting with electric street lighting). This amped up to 10,000 lights in 1912 when Princess Louise opened the new section of the promenade named after her. In 1925, following WWI, the town’s light display returned bigger and better than ever. The Illuminations now feature 1 million bulbs and 500+ designs and features With new investment and innovation, the scale, density, and content of the Illuminations have improved year on year.The 3.5 million annual visitors will experience a different Blackpool – a world of lit-up buildings, fairground rides, lamp posts and trams. One where its promenade, three piers and iconic tower are flashing in rainbow colours, lights, and sound. You can even add to the six miles of madness with your own light-up novelty from the prom’s street sellers. The best seat to see the show is aboard one of the illuminated Heritage Trams The current fleet includes the HMS Blackpool, the Fisherman’s Friend Trawler, the Western Train - and even a double-decker. The Illuminations Tour operates each evening from the ‘Heritage Tram Tours’ stop (over the road from the Pleasure Beach). Don’t miss - Walk through the Tableaux section (at the North end) – it features the oldest illumination still on display, the Teddy Bears Picnic. Blackpool Blackpool A year-round resort Blackpool is a coastal town full of character, by the Irish Sea in the Northwest of England. It’s the UK’s most popular seaside resort – and that’s in the summer AND winter. In the summer, traditional seaside novelties like fish and chips, amusements, piers and long stretches of golden sand siren the masses. From autumn to winter, it’s the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations light up the town, attracting 3.5 million visitors every year. Many local establishments now trade all year round. Take a unique trip around Blackpool The only surviving first-generation tramway in the UK provides a unique trip around town. A number of the original fleet are still available to ride, and there are illuminated trams running September to January - the best seat to see the Illuminations! A playground for kids – and adults alike There is so much to do and see in Blackpool, whether you’re 5 or 50! There are many top attractions – including: Golden beaches The Pleasure Beach BlackpoolZoo, SEA LIFE aquarium, Tower Dungeons, Winter Gardens, Opera House, Black Tower Ballroom, Madame Tussauds and And the iconic Blackpool’s Tower, the town’s landmark,modelled on The Eiffel Tower in Paris. Manchester Manchester A must-see cityManchester is the UK’s second city (after London), a title it shares with Birmingham - but is the only UK city to feature in National Geographic’s influential annual ‘Best of the World’ list of the 25 must-see places to visit around the world as well as Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2023’.It was the world’s first industrial cityThe canals that course through Manchester are a reminder of the city’s history of textiles and trade. It has a rich transport heritage too: it became home to the first purpose-built canal (in 1761), the first bus service in the UK (in 1824) as well as the first public passenger railway (in 1830).An unrivalled choice of food, drink & moreThere are so many, and so many different types of restaurants, bars and other attractions in Manchester - including the city’s Cathedral, John Rylands Library, Manchester Museum, and the Science and Industry Museum. There’s also an unrivalled calendar of world-class events, festivals and nightlife.Shopping in Manchester is world-classThe Arndale, Market Street and The Trafford Centre feature every one of your high street favourites. Selfridges in Exchange Square, Harvey Nichols, and King Street are the areas to head to if you want to invest in something designer. Finally, The Northern Quarter features many independents and vintage shops if you want to discover something unique. Live Entertainment Schedule Live Entertainment Schedule Now Including daytime activities and Show-stopping live entertainment by night! Entertainment Enjoy a relaxed programme of daytime entertainment, including wellbeing sessions, sporting games and trivia quizzes, perfect for socialising, unwinding and enjoying a laid-back seaside atmosphere. During the evening enjoy a full schedule of hosted entertainment featuring interactive gameshows, bingo, quizzes and professionally produced live shows, building to a lively main act and disco finale each night. A great selection to keep you entertained every evening, Including. Iconic - Iconic is a powerhouse celebration of the world’s biggest popstars and the songs that defined generations through the power of music. Bursting with hit after hit, this electrifying show delivers high-energy choreography, soaring vocals, and the unforgettable anthems in one non-stop pop spectacular. Cinématique - Cinématique bursts onto the stage with a high-octane celebration of the most joyful, feel-good movie musicals ever made. Packed with vibrant choreography, dynamic vocals, and nonstop energy, this fast-paced production brings your favourite cinematic showstoppers to life. Cinématique is a technicolour thrill ride through the magic of the movies.Boogie Wonderland - Step into the electrifying world of Boogie Wonderland, a high-energy celebration of the biggest disco hits and dance-floor favourites of all time! From iconic grooves to irresistible party anthems, Boogie Wonderland is a full-throttle, get-on-your-feet spectacular that guarantees one thing: you’ll be dancing all night long. Live Singers - Set the perfect mood with the smooth sounds of our talented live singers, delivering feel-good favourites and timeless classics in an intimate, relaxed setting. From soulful ballads to acoustic pop hits and laid-back chart favourites, our live singers create an easy-going atmosphere that’s perfect for winding down after a busy day. Family Entertainment Family Entertainment is available, every weekend and throughout the school holidays. Day Time - Throughout the day, families can enjoy creative and active fun, with arts & crafts and other hands-on activities designed to keep young imaginations engaged and smiling. Evening - Early evenings are all about family fun, with Mini Movers for younger guests and the high-energy Chaos Live! interactive gameshow, bringing music, movement and laughter together for an unforgettable end to the day.*Information provided by Britannia Hotels Seats Available Available Taken Your seats can be reserved at checkout Room types & pricing Can't find the room type you need? Call: 0344 815 3001 and we'll do our best to help you. Book now Please note: Room availability on this page is updated every 24 hours.To view current room availability click book now.