18 days of magical festive shopping in the heart of Bath
18th October 2011
Competition: ‘Win a trip to the South West’s biggest and most beautiful festive market!’
Set in a unique location in the stunning surroundings of Bath’s World Heritage status centre, right next to Bath Abbey and the World renowned Roman Baths, Bath Christmas Market is the ‘not to be missed’ Christmas shopping event of the south west.
The South West’s biggest and most beautiful festive market is, for the second year running an extra week into December providing shoppers with 18 days of festive fun and top quality shopping from 24th November – 11th December 2011.
If you ‘Like’ Bath Christmas Market, you’ll love our competition… You could win an overnight stay close to the event, in the heart of the city, at the lovely Villa Magdala guesthouse as well as two Thermae Bath Spa Twilight packages and £100 shopping money. Simply search ‘Bath Christmas Market’ on Facebook to see the competition details.
Bath Christmas Market
With more than 130 local and regional retailers offering their wares in quaint wooden chalet style stalls, Bath Christmas Market is the perfect place to find that ideal Christmas gift. Whatever you are looking for: traditional wooden toys, unique jewellery, personalised gifts, tasty foodie fayre or handmade homewares, there are products galore and something for absolutely everyone.
Festive music, street entertainment and the aroma of roasted nuts and Gluhwein on the air adds to the atmosphere - there couldn’t be a better way to ease into the Christmas celebrations: www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk.
Twilight at Thermae Bath Spa
Relax and unwind after your shopping trip with a visit to Thermae Bath Spa, the unique spa complex in the heart of Bath, just a step away from Bath Christmas Market. As late afternoon turns into evening, the Twilight Package provides the opportunity to enjoy Bath’s naturally warm, mineral-rich waters whilst taking in the beautiful views from the open-air rooftop pool and experiencing the gradual change in the light and atmosphere over the City. You can also relax in the indoor Minerva Bath and refresh your senses in the aroma steam rooms, with essences such as Eucalyptus, Sandalwood and Mint.
The Twilight Package at Thermae Bath Spa offers three hours in the Spa, complimentary use of towel, robe and slippers, and a light supper with a drink in the Springs restaurant.
The Twilight Package is available Sunday to Friday from 4pm with last entry at 6.30pm and last serving in the restaurant at 8.15pm.
For further information visit www.thermaebathspa.com
The Villa Magdala
A handsome Victorian townhouse, located in the heart of Bath, opposite the beautiful Henrietta Park; Villa Magdala is one of Bath’s best kept secrets.
Perfectly located offering a quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle, Villa Magdala is still only a 3-minute level walk to the city centre and offers highly affordable luxury.
Whether you are looking for an urban townhouse, a luxury B&B or a quiet, relaxing hotel, Villa Magdala is the place for you. The perfect mix of original grandeur and modern welcoming touches, with spacious rooms and views of the park, we are equally ideal for individuals, families or a getaway for two.
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Notes to Editors:
For further information please contact Lucy Ryder at Bath Tourism Plus on 01225 477441 or email: lucy_ryder@bathtourism.co.uk
Bath Christmas Market
Bath Tourism Plus is the company responsible for the marketing and operation of Bath Christmas Market, which attracts approximately 300,000 visitors per year to Bath. For more information about Bath Christmas Market, visit: www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk.
Bath Tourism Plus
Working with the public and private sectors, Bath’s destination marketing organisation, Bath Tourism Plus, takes full responsibility for co-ordinating the work of a busy tourist information centre, the marketing of Bath and the surrounding area to leisure and business travellers, PR activity to attract the nation’s top travel writers, a conference office, and development of Bath’s official destination website www.visitbath.co.uk. For more information about the services that Bath Tourism Plus offers to meetings, conference and incentive travel businesses, see www.bathconference.co.uk.
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