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Soak up the spirit of Christmas in Cornwall's only city

9th November 2012 Print
Truro

Whilst Cornwall may be renowned for its beaches and coastline, its Cathedral City of Truro (the only city in the county) is also a wonderful destination for a short UK Festive getaway.

Having retained much of its Victorian architecture and feel, complete with cobbled streets, narrow alleyways and wide parades of shops with an eclectic mix of independent retailers, bars, restaurants, galleries and Gothic Cathedral which dominates the skyline - Truro comes alive with the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas which kick off in Mid-November and throughout December.

The start of the Christmas festivities are marked by the City of Lights procession with thousands of people lining the streets to watch the magical parade of hand crafted paper and withy lanterns, carried by local school children to mark the switching on of the city's Christmas lights.

On that night and every Wednesday until 19th December the streets across the city host festive market stalls, entertainers, brass bands and carol singers with all of the shops staying open late.

Throughout November and December there also are a range of events planned in the city including the Made in Cornwall Christmas Market from 28th November to 1st December;  Sunday Special Market on 2nd December;  Truro's Grand Victorian Market on 11th and 16th December - now in its eighth year, you get the chance to savour the sights and sounds of a bygone era whilst browsing for that perfect Christmas gift and the Last Chance Market will be held on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd December.

And between 28th of November and January 6th, the city also hopes to become home to Cornwall's only outdoor Ice-Skating rink which will be open every day (apart from Christmas Day) between 10am and 8.30pm next to the Cathedral*.

As part of the Christmas festivities in Truro, a number of accommodation providers in the city are running special offers including:

Alverton Manor Hotel, Truro
alvertonmanor.co.uk

3 for 2 on weekend breaks

Book a 2 night break in a double room arriving Friday and stay Sunday night for free! To book now call 01872 276633 or email reception[at]alvertonmanor.co.uk quoting code 'WEB342′

Offer based on 2 people sharing a double room on B&B basis arriving Friday. Subject to availability and cannot be used with any other offer.

To find out more about Truro and the festive activities taking place visit: enjoytruro.co.uk

* Subject to planning permission

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