FANCY getting away from all the fuss and palaver of Christmas?

Then join this special Bolton Evening News Reader holiday offer with Travelscope to the Black Forest.

Instead of shivering by the tree here in Bolton, experience the fresh mountain air of the Black Forest and enjoy having everything done for you for a change!

The awe inspiring scenery it was the setting for many of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales and the traditional Christmas celebrations will surely turn this break into an enchanting holiday.

The five day trip will begin when you are picked up by coach from your local area.

A channel crossing sees you into France and then into Germany in time for an evening meal at the hotel restaurant.

On Christmas Eve there's an optional excursion to the Black Forest town of Freiburg where you can shop and explore.

Then, the coach crosses the border into Switzerland to Basle to see the sights. Then it's back to the hotel for a four course evening meal.

If you want you can visit a local church for a Christmas Eve service.

On Christmas Day following a buffet breakfast the morning is yours to do as you like.

Later on a buffet lunch will be served and afterwards there is an included visit to Strasbourg in France famous for its rose coloured cathedral and the timbered houses of the old town.

On arrival back at the hotel your five course Christmas meal will be served.

On Boxing Day following a continental breakfast you will have the day to explore the beautiful surroundings or alternatively there's an optional Black Forest excursion.

On day five, following a continental breakfast, it's back home to be dropped off at your original pick-up point.

The cost is from £245. Contact 0844 477 2373 and quote ref BOLCBF.