Norfolk festive show named 'Best Christmas Experience' in Britain

Louisa Baldwin

2 July 2024 at 5:20 am·1-min read

L-R Harry Lockyear, head of marketing and brand manager at Mischief (award sponsor), Emma Hart, PA to John Cushing OBE, Lesley George, finance officer, Ben Allen, marketing and PR manager and Pete Firman (host) at the GLT Award 2024 (Image: Supplied)

A long-running Norfolk festive show has been named the 'Best Christmas Experience' in Britain.

The Thursford Christmas Spectacular was one of the winners at the Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2024 in London on June 27, which was hosted by magician and comedian Pete Firman.

The best attractions, experiences and suppliers for group trips and holidays were recognised across 20 categories.

The team from Thursford, including marketing and PR manager Ben Allen, finance officer Lesley George and PA to John Cushing OBE, Emma Hart, were in attendance.

John Cushing OBE, CEO director and producer of the show Picture: Danielle Booden (Image: Archant 2021)

John Cushing OBE, CEO, director and producer of the show, said: “Chosen and voted for by the readers of Group Leisure and Travel Magazine, winning this award feels that extra bit special as we continue to deliver a truly unique experience for our audiences.

"Now more than ever we are looking forward to treating our customers to our 2024 production and can’t wait to welcome our beloved groups back to Thursford.”

The team at Thursford is busy preparing for the 48th production of the show, which runs from November 8 to December 23 2024.

Book tickets at thursford.com or call 01328 878477.

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