How to get a free ride on a heritage bus in Nottingham this Christmas

Forget Christmas train rides, it's all about the festive bus rides here in Nottingham

With Christmas just under three weeks away, many of us are now fully embracing the festive spirit.

Whether you’re spending far too much time online hunting for presents or battling to untangle the tree lights, we all know that there’s far more to Christmas than just December 25.

Here in Nottingham, there are plenty of fun activities to enjoy in the run-up to the big day.

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The city’s popular winter wonderland is just one of the many festive events guaranteed to get you in the mood for Christmas.

But sometimes it’s worth trying something a little bit different, especially if you’re on a tight budget.

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Those looking for a quirky Christmas activity in Nottingham should look no further than the free festive open days hosted by the Nottingham Heritage Vehicles Charity.

The Hucknall-based charity is offering free heritage bus rides during the events on Sunday, December 10 and Saturday, December 16.

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Visitors can enjoy plenty of festive fun, including Santa’s magic bus, model railway layouts and a huge model bus shop.

The event on December 10 will take place between 10.30am and 5.30pm, while the December 16 festivities will be held between 12pm and 7pm.

Both events are free to attend, although donations are encouraged. The Nottingham Heritage Vehicles Charity is also running luxury coach trips to help raise funds. More information on the free festive open days can be found here. https://nottinghamheritagevehiclescharity.co.uk/events/