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The Shepherds' car breaks down as they travel to their summer holiday destination, forcing them to stay in a hotel in the middle of nowhere. But at the hotel, everyday is Christmas, complete with turkey and elves. In this surreal and bizarre situation, new friendships are formed, and old relationships are changed forever. Ages: 9-11yrs. Reissue.
Synopsis
The Shepherd family have set off on their usual summer holiday under a cloud of gloom at the predictability of it all. When the car breaks down, they are forced to stay the night at the nearest B&B. To their dismay, they find themselves at a place where Christmas comes every day of the year, complete with turkey and Santa Claus.