Fun UK breaks away that make great last-minute Christmas gifts

Last-minute UK breaks and weekend getaways to give as Christmas presents, including a night glamping, a National Park mini break and a glamorous stay in Manchester

So many of us have missed out on holidays in recent years due to Covid, so a short break here in the UK would be very well received.

We’ve gathered a few wonderful UK breaks that make great Christmas presents if you’ve left your shopping to the last minute. Buy them on Buyagift, and select an E-ticket at the checkout.

Doing that allows you to get the voucher sent to your email inbox, you can just print it off, pop it in a card and you’re good to go!

Your present will be ready in minutes, and whoever said standing in long queues were part of last-minute Christmas shopping?

If you have a partner, you could give them one of these getaway gifts and tell them to bring you along with them. If you have parents who are in need of a break, then this gifts should be a great choice too.

From a getaway in a National Park to stay in a glamorous Manchester hotel with a Brooklyn theme, we’ve found something for everyone…

Overnight Stay for Two at Mercure London Bridge

Situated in the heart of the Capital, Mercure London Bridge is just on the doorstep of some of the city’s most wonderful art galleries, shopping districts and iconic attractions. The person you’re giving this wonderful gift to will be able to spend the night in a comfortable double room and wake up to a traditional full English breakfast. There’s also heaps to visit, such as buying tasty food at Borough Market, exploring The Tower of London or marvelling at 360-degree views at the top of The Shard.

What’s included?

Price: £149 – buy it here.

• Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a double room for two
• Wake up to a full English breakfast in the morning

Two Night National Park Minibreak

There are 74 locations to choose from with this gift voucher, so the person you’re giving it to can choose the perfect one for them. They could choose from the likes of a wigwam in the Lake District, a place with a sea view in Eastbourne or maybe a country manor in Cumbria – there’s something for everyone. They’ll start each morning with a delicious breakfast, and be able to enjoy some therapeutic time among nature.

What’s included?

Price: £139 – buy it here.

• This voucher includes a wide selection of two-night breaks for two people at a choice of National Park locations across the UK

One Night Glamping Break for Two

Available in 24 locations, this makes the perfect gift for someone who likes camping, but would rather keep their creature comforts. With this voucher, they can sleep under the stars without having to lug a leaky tent and camping kit across the country. With a private camping pod, timber tent or wigwam ready on arrival, there’s no time lost or arguments to be had in pitching a tent. It’s a modern take on camping that’s sure to go down a treat.

What’s included?

Price: £55 – buy it here.

• One night’s accommodation for two in a camping pod/timber tent or similar at your choice of participating glamping locations

One Night Luxury Stay with Breakfast for Two at Hotel Brooklyn, Manchester

This luxurious overnight break in the heart of Manchester makes the perfect gift. It’s located in a trendy hotel that has a Brooklyn, New York theme. They’ll get to enjoy a cosy double room complete with a modern en suite, speedy Wi-Fi, air conditioning, USB charge-points and tea and coffee making facilities and a full English breakfast in the morning. What’s more, this hotel is close to Manchester’s great bars, restaurants and clubs, so they’re sure to have a memorable time exploring the city.

What’s included?

Price: £89 – buy it here.

• Overnight stay for two people in a New-York-inspired hotel in central Manchester
• Stay the night in a standard double room
• Enjoy a full English breakfast in the morning

Overnight Relaxation Break for Two

With 47 locations to choose from, this is the perfect gift for someone who deserves a relaxing break. Buy this voucher and they’ll get to choose from a variety of different options, such as boutique getaways, historic halls and peaceful countryside retreats. What’s more, each hotel has luxurious spa and leisure facilities, from gyms to Jacuzzis – the dream!

What’s included?

Price: £129 – buy it here.

• One night’s accommodation for two at a choice of hotels with spa and leisure facilities across the UK
• Breakfast for two
• Some of the packages also include dinner, please check the details for your chosen hotel