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EDINBURGH • LAKE DISTRICT • NORTHUMBERLAND • BLACKPOOL

  2020
  Day Trips
Day Trips 2020 - Stanley Travel
Welcome to Stanley Travel’s
2020 Day Trips brochure!
Our UK Day Trip offering has expanded over the years and we
are proud to provide such a varied selection of outings across
the country. We have brought you new and exciting destinations
mixed in with plenty of popular favourites, so we truly believe
there is something for the whole family. For this year we have also
introduced Buy 1, Get 1 FREE on selected trips.
Day Trips are operated by our own fleet of modern coaches fitted
with the latest features for your added safety and enjoyment.
We welcome group bookings on all of our Day Trips. If you organise
outings for social groups, clubs, WIs etc., we have special discounts
available on most of our Day Trips for groups of 15+.
To make the booking process easy for you we have outlined the
pricing and joining points for each trip as well as a brief summary of
what you can expect.
We offer a comprehensive choice of pick up points around the
local area and we endeavour to keep these to an absolute
minimum so you can get to your destination without undue delay.
New for 2020 - at your pickup point you will be given an Allocated
Seat by the driver when boarding to ensure that you will be sat
together with the rest of your party. Also, you have the option to
Reserve Seats of your choice for an additional £5.00 per seat.
All of our trips are available to book and pay for online at your
convenience via our secure website, www.stanley-travel.com or by
calling our office on 01207 237 424, between 9.00am and 5.00pm,
Monday to Friday, where we will be happy to assist.
There will be additional ad-hoc trips being added throughout the
year for special interest events, these will be advertised on social
media and added to our website as soon as they are released.

March
                                                                Adult
            NEW FOR 2020        MOTHER’S DAY
                                                               £29.00

SUN      ‘Vera’ Tour (A Must for Every ‘Vera’ Fan) Child
                                                               £27.00
22nd     Spend a day on the Northumberland coast;
         following in the footsteps of the brilliant DCI Stanhope,
         and the much-loved ITV drama ‘Vera’. This guided
         tour will take you to some of the most memorable
         crime scenes and some regular haunts of Vera,
         covering some atmospherically rural and beach site
         locations where the grisly murders took place. An
         action-packed day where you will have time to get
         off the coach to take photos of these locations. We
         will be making a stop en-route for you to take a break
         and have a bite to eat. So, grab your ‘Vera’ mac and
         hat because you are in for a great day out!
         This tour is fully guided and a video will be played on
Route    the coach showing you clips from the show that you
  C      are visiting.
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April
                  - Admission Not Included        - Admission Included

          GOOD FRIDAY

 FRI    Whitby                                                 Adult
10th                                                          £18.50
        Visit the working fishing and seaside
                                                               Child
        resort of Whitby in North Yorkshire for
                                                              £16.50
        a Good Friday to remember! Why
        not climb the 199 steps to the ruins
        of the gothic Whitby Abbey and
        nearby St. Mary’s Church, which
        overlook the sea? Enjoy the fresh
        sea air and marvel at the beauty
        of this seaside town which, as
        we’re sure you know, was the
        inspiration for Bram Stoker’s horror
        novel, Dracula.
        As is tradition on Good Friday,
        don’t forget to tuck into some fish
        and chips from one of the many
Route   restaurants and cafes - go on, it’d
  A     be rude not to!

          EASTER MONDAY

MON     Southport                                              Adult
13th                                                          £19.25
        Join us on a trip to the largest seaside resort
                                                               Child
        in Merseyside, boasting a beautiful and
                                                              £17.25
        expansive coastline on the Irish coast. You
        will not be short of things to do in this lovely
        resort, whether it is building sandcastles on
        the beach, eating fish and chips on the
        promenade, enjoying the tranquillity of
        the coast, having a stroll along the oldest
        iron pier in the country, or having fun in the
Route   arcades and the funfair. There’s plenty to do
  A     in Southport for all the family!

SAT     Leeds and Leeds Market                                Tickets
18th                                                          £20.00
        Discover Leeds, a shopper’s paradise and
        a popular destination with our customers
        for many years. From the quirky boutiques
        and big-name high street shops to the
        popular Kirksdale Market (which is the
        largest covered indoor market in Europe),
Route   no wonder it has been named the best
  A     shopping destination in the UK!
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April

SAT     Harrogate Flower Show                              Adult
25th                                                      £37.50
        Once again, we visit the world-famous
                                                           Child
        Harrogate Flower Show, held in the Great
                                                          £15.50
        Yorkshire Showground. This popular flower
        show has been a favourite with our customers
        who return year after year to visit this
        prestigious event, which is one of the best
        of its kind. The show features beautiful show
        gardens, great shopping opportunities and
Route   the biggest exhibition by florists and flower
  A     arrangers in the country.

SAT     Harrogate Town                                     Adult
25th                                                      £17.50
        If the Harrogate Flower Show isn’t your thing
                                                           Child
        then why not visit the beautiful spa town
                                                          £15.50
        of Harrogate, with its historic buildings,
        beautiful gardens, shops, restaurants, and
Route   tea rooms? There is plenty to keep you busy
  A     throughout the day!

  May

 SAT    Edinburgh City or Edinburgh Zoo                    Adult
 2nd                                                      £19.50
        Take in Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh,
                                                           Child
        home of Scotland’s crown jewels, and The
                                                          £17.50
        Stone of Destiny, once used for centuries to
        crown many of Scotland’s kings.
        Edinburgh has a vast amount of shops,
        restaurants, cafes and bars and is always
        a popular destination with our customers.
        After dropping passengers off on Princes
        Street for the city visit we then continue onto
        Edinburgh Zoo, which is built on a hill across
        84 acres, with views over the city. The zoo is
        home to over 1,000 rare and endangered
        animals including giant pandas, zebras,
        penguins, lions, tigers, anteaters, Malayan
        sun bears, and plenty more.
        We leave the zoo at 4:30pm and head to
Route   the city to pick up the rest of the passengers
  B     at 5:00pm for our journey home.
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May
                  - Admission Not Included      - Admission Included

         BANK HOLIDAY - VE DAY

 FRI    Scarborough                                          Adult
 8th                                                        £19.00
        We’re off to the seaside! Join us for a classic
                                                             Child
        North East day out in the popular Yorkshire
                                                            £17.00
        seaside resort of Scarborough with its two
        bays and sandy beaches, split by the
        headland, and home to the 12th century
        Scarborough Castle. There are lots of things
        to do for all the family in this much-loved
        resort. You can visit Peasholm Park, the Spa,
        amusements, ice cream parlours, or the
Route   working harbour, or simply take a deckchair
  A     and relax on the sandy beach.

 SAT    Skipton and a Leisurely Canal Cruise                 Adult
 9th                                                        £27.00
        Come with us on our popular day out to the
                                                             Child
        market town of Skipton, famous for its 900-year-
                                                            £25.00
        old castle, romantically ruined priory and
        historic cobbled streets.
        There’s time for you to stroll around the market
        before we head to the canal for an afternoon
        boat trip along a stretch of the Leeds and
        Liverpool Canal. Coffee, tea and biscuits will
Route   be served to you whilst we’re on board, and is
  A     included in your ticket price.

SAT     The “New Borders Loop” &                             Adult
16th    Afternoon Tea                                       £23.00
                                                             Child
        Our first stop of the day takes us to the
                                                            £21.00
        beautiful market town of Alnwick, rich in
        history and dating back to 600AD. From
        here we stop by the small village of Etal,
        which lies on the bridging point of the River
        Till. Next up is the Teviot Smokery and Water
        Gardens, near Kelso, for afternoon cream
        tea. There’s time here for you to enjoy the
        tranquil setting before we make our journey
Route   home, travelling via Jedburgh and through
  D     the Northumberland National Park.
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May

SAT     Blackpool or Blackpool Zoo                             Adult
23rd                                                          £19.00
        Grab a ‘kiss-me-quick’ hat and ice cream on
                                                               Child
        our popular day-by-the-seaside at Blackpool!
                                                              £17.00
        Filled with fun things to do for all the family,
        you can visit the famous tower, the Blackpool
        Tower Ballroom, or any of its three piers filled
        with entertainment and things to do! In fact,
        why not be daring and brave the hair-raising
        rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach? Or you
        could take things slow and explore the Grade
        II listed Stanley Park and the beautiful new
        promenade that makes the Golden Mile a
        pleasure to stroll along.
        Alternatively, enjoy a day out at Blackpool
        Zoo, beside Stanley Park. Home to over
        1,350 animals from all over the world,
        including gorillas, orangutans, lions, tigers,
        giraffes, elephants, penguins, sea lions and
        many more. There’s plenty to explore and
        photograph at this hidden gem!
        We drop passengers off at the
        Zoo first, before proceeding
        into Blackpool with our
        seaside passengers.
        Return pick up times will be
Route   4:30pm from Blackpool and
  A     5:00pm from the Zoo.

          SPRING BANK HOLIDAY

MON     Holy Island, Bamburgh                                  Adult
25th    and Seahouses                                         £18.00
                                                               Child
        Our first stop for this trip is at the tidal island
                                                              £16.00
        of Lindisfarne which carries a wealth of
        history within its tidal walls. This peaceful
        setting, once the home of the Vikings and
        the ancient monks, is the birthplace of
        the Lindisfarne Gospels, one of the most
        precious books in the world. We continue
        our journey to the beautiful Northumberland
        Village of Bamburgh, home of the Grace
        Darling RNLI Museum and Bamburgh
        Castle. After a short stay, we continue to
        Seahouses, a fishing town where you can
Route   browse the shops or perhaps treat yourself
  B     to fish and chips before our journey home.
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May
                  - Admission Not Included        - Admission Included

          NEW FOR 2020

WED     Magical Birds and Butterflies                          Adult
27th                                                          £21.50
        This nature-focused day out offers everyone,
                                                               Child
        from the grandparents to toddlers, a perfect
                                                              £19.50
        day together. Bring the family to Butterfly World
        at Preston Park, and wander through the
        specially-created tropical indoor rainforest,
        with a kaleidoscope of the world’s most exotic
        butterflies flitting around you, whilst you take in
        splashing waterfalls, beautiful foliage and a host
        of other animals, such as meerkats and reptiles.
        From here, we stop by Yarm where you can grab
        a bite to eat, before travelling to Thirsk to visit the
        Bird of Prey and Conservationist Centre. You’ll be
        able to watch the bird display and even have
Route   the chance to handle some of the smaller birds
  C     after the show!

SAT     South Lakes Safari Zoo                                 Adult
30th                                                          £27.00
        Set in 54 acres in Ullswater, Cumbria, and
                                                               Child
        home to over 1,000 of the rarest and most
                                                              £17.00
        endangered animals in unique natural
        environments, South Lakes Safari Zoo gives
        you a unique opportunity to get as close as
        physically possible to experience the amazing
        creatures. You’ll spot a whole host of animals,
        including lions, tigers, primates, giraffes, bears,
Route   rhinos, zebras, kangaroos, reptiles, penguins,
  A     vultures and more whilst at this popular zoo.
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June

          NEW FOR 2020
 SAT
 6th    Alnwick: Castle, Gardens or Market Day
        Join us in Alnwick with a variety of ways to make the
        most of your time! This traditional country market
        town in Northumberland is rich in history, and home
        to the medieval Alnwick Castle, which was built after
        the Norman Conquest and currently inhabited by
        the Duke of Northumberland’s family, the Percys. This
        iconic castle was also used as a film location for the
        first two Harry Potter films.
        The brainchild of the Duchess of Northumberland,
        the multi-award-winning Alnwick Garden covers
        12 acres of sights and floral scents, including the
        world’s largest Tai Haku Cherry Orchard and the
        world’s largest Treehouse Restaurant. Escape reality
        as you stroll through plentiful, delightful, poisonous
        plants, towering delphiniums, and glorious roses, as
        well as crossing stunning treetop walkways. Let your
        imagination lead the way...

        Market Day         Castle Only        Castle & Gardens
Route   Adults £12.00      Adults £25.00      Adults £34.50
  D     Child £10.00       Child £23.00       Child £32.50

SAT     Settle to Carlisle Railway                          Adult
13th                                                       £39.50
        This Day Trip lets you experience one of the most
                                                            Child
        scenic and impressive railways in the UK, with 73
                                                           £37.50
        miles of viaducts, tunnels and the wild scenery of
        the Pennines, Eden Valley, and Yorkshire Dales.
        The coach drops you off at Settle Station where
        you will board the train (please note this is not a
Route   steam train) for your journey to Carlisle, where
  A     there will be free time before the journey home.

          NEW FOR 2020         FATHER’S DAY

SUN     Royal Highland Show –                               Adult
21st    Ingleston, Edinburgh                               £44.50
                                                            Child
        A great chance for families and individuals keen
                                                           £42.50
        to experience the best that Scotland has to offer.
        The Royal Highland Show displays the very best
        of farming, food and rural life. A great day out for
        all ages - get up close to quality livestock, savour
Route   exceptional food and drink, and experience rural
  B     living at its most vibrant.
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July
                  - Admission Not Included      - Admission Included

          NEW FOR 2020

 SAT    Bridlington                                             Adult
 4th                                                           £19.50
        Bridlington is a classic coastal town with
                                                                Child
        elegant promenades, sandy beaches and a
                                                               £17.50
        historic harbour.
        Spot locations in the old town that featured in
        the 2016 ‘Dad’s Army’ film, or explore the mix of
Route   amusements and funfair rides, before grabbing
  A     an ice cream and enjoying a donkey ride!

SAT     Scarborough                                             Adult
18th                                                           £19.00
        We’re off to the seaside! Join us for a classic
                                                                Child
        North East day out in the popular Yorkshire
                                                               £17.00
        seaside resort of Scarborough with its two bays
        and sandy beaches, split by the headland, and
        home to the 12th century Scarborough Castle.
        There are lots of things to do for all the family in
        this much-loved resort. You can visit Peasholm
        Park, the Spa, amusements, ice cream parlours,
Route   or the working harbour, or simply take a
  A     deckchair and relax on the sandy beach.

SAT     Sunderland International Airshow                       Tickets
25th                                                           £10.00
        The biggest free annual international airshow
        in Europe includes a host of exciting activities
        on the ground, before you even look up to
        the skies and enjoy the jaw-dropping aerial
Route   display going on overhead - a family-friendly
  A     day out to remember!
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July

WED     Blackpool or Blackpool Zoo                          Adult
29th                                                       £19.00
        Grab a ‘kiss-me-quick’ hat and ice cream on
                                                            Child
        our popular day-by-the-seaside at Blackpool!
                                                           £17.00
        Filled with fun things to do for all the family,
        you can visit the famous tower, the Blackpool
        Tower Ballroom, or any of its three piers filled
        with entertainment and things to do! In fact,
        why not be daring and brave the hair-raising
        rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach? Or you
        could take things slow and explore the Grade
        II listed Stanley Park and the beautiful new
        promenade that makes the Golden Mile a
        pleasure to stroll along.
        Alternatively, enjoy a day out at Blackpool
        Zoo, beside Stanley Park. Home to over
        1,350 animals from all over the world,
        including gorillas, orangutans, lions, tigers,
        giraffes, elephants, penguins, sea lions and
        many more. There’s plenty to explore and
        photograph at this hidden gem!
        We drop passengers off at the
        Zoo first, before proceeding
        into Blackpool with our
        seaside passengers.
        Return pick up times will be
Route   4:30pm from Blackpool and
  A     5:00pm from the Zoo.

  August

 SAT    Keswick and Bowness
 1st    on Windermere
        Meander through the scenic
        market town of Keswick, within
        the Lake District National Park,
        browse the shops and visit a museum
        or restaurant, or simply take in the gentle
        beauty of this part of the world.
        From Keswick we continue onto Bowness-              Adult
        on-Windermere, a town in South Lakes that          £19.00
Route   remains popular with tourists and was one of        Child
  A     the stop-off points for the 2012 Olympic torch.    £17.00
August
                  - Admission Not Included       - Admission Included

WED     Lightwater Valley Theme Park – Ripon                      Adult
5th                                                              £29.00
        With over 35 rides and attractions for all ages,
                                                                  Child
        this North Yorkshire theme park is bursting with
                                                                 £27.00
        fun and adventures including The Ultimate, the
        longest rollercoaster in Europe, as well as plenty
Route   of rides and activities for the less daring, plus a
  C     variety of play areas for youngsters to enjoy!

          NEW FOR 2020

 SAT    Chatsworth House & Gardens                                Adult
 8th                                                             £39.00
        Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, the home of
                                                                  Child
        the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire has been
                                                                 £32.00
        passed down through 16 generations of the
        Cavendish family. Chatsworth is renowned for its
        art, landscape, and its hospitality. It has evolved
        through the centuries to reflect the tastes, passions
        and interests of the succeeding generations. The
        house has 30 rooms in which you can explore from
        the magnificent painted hall, the regal staterooms,
        and the restored galleries. The beautifully
        sculptured gardens are famous for its history and
        modern waterworks, its Victorian rock garden
        and maze. After we have explored Chatsworth
        House and its gardens we board the coach for a
        short ride to the estate’s Farm Shop in Pilsley, where
        you can grab a coffee and bite to eat, as well as
Route   purchasing a few gifts before we head home.
  E     Please Note: There are limited pickups on this trip.

          NEW FOR 2020

WED     Forbidden Corner & Leyburn                       Adult
12th                                                    £26.00
        Created in the 1980s, Forbidden Corner is ideal
                                                         Child
        for adventurers and the young at heart. Explore
                                                        £24.00
        the unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers,
        and surprises that have been created within
        a four-acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park
        and the Yorkshire Dales. This unique day out is
        guaranteed to delight adults and children of
        all ages, so bring the whole family!
        From Forbidden Corner, we continue to
        Leyburn, in the heart of Wensleydale, with a
Route   variety of shops and cafes. Watch the world go
  C     by before we head home!
August

SAT     Whitby Regatta                                            Adult
15th                                                             £18.50
        One of our most popular Day Trips of the
                                                                  Child
        year! Whitby Regatta showcases a host of
                                                                 £16.50
Route   entertainment, featuring yacht racing and
  A     rowing races, whilst you also enjoy the sights of
        this much-loved coastal town.

 SAT    Holy Island, Bamburgh                                     Adult
22nd    and Seahouses                                            £18.00
                                                                  Child
        Our first stop for this trip is at the tidal island of
                                                                 £16.00
        Lindisfarne which carries a wealth of history
        within its tidal walls. This peaceful setting, once
        the home of the Vikings and the ancient
        monks, is the birthplace of the Lindisfarne
        Gospels, one of the most precious books in the
        world. We continue our journey to the beautiful
        Northumberland Village of Bamburgh, home of
        the Grace Darling RNLI Museum and Bamburgh
        Castle. After a short stay, we continue to
        Seahouses, a fishing town where you can
Route   browse the shops or perhaps treat yourself to
  B     fish and chips before our journey home.

WED     South Lakes Safari Zoo                                    Adult
26th                                                             £27.00
        Set in 54 acres in Ullswater, Cumbria, and
                                                                  Child
        home to over 1,000 of the rarest and most
                                                                 £17.00
        endangered animals in unique natural
        environments, South Lakes Safari Zoo gives
        you a unique opportunity to get as close as
        physically possible to experience the amazing
        creatures. You’ll spot a whole host of animals,
        including lions, tigers, primates, giraffes, bears,
Route   rhinos, zebras, kangaroos, reptiles, penguins,
  A     vultures and more whilst at this popular zoo.

SAT     Haverthwaite Steam Train                                  Adult
29th    & Boat Cruise                                            £32.00
                                                                  Child
        At Haverthwaite, in Ulverstone, we board the
                                                                 £30.00
        steam train for Lakeside, the most southern tip
        of Lake Windermere. We continue our journey
        by lake on board a Windermere Pleasure
        Boat to Bowness, where your coach will be
Route   waiting for you. There will be free time in
  A     Bowness, before our journey home.
August
                  - Admission Not Included        - Admission Included

          BANK HOLIDAY

MON     Scarborough                                             Adult
31st                                                           £19.00
        We’re off to the seaside! Join us for a classic
                                                                Child
        North East day out in the popular Yorkshire
                                                               £17.00
        seaside resort of Scarborough with its two bays
        and sandy beaches, split by the headland, and
        home to the 12th century Scarborough Castle.
        There are lots of things to do for all the family in
        this much-loved resort. You can visit Peasholm
        Park, the Spa, amusements, ice cream parlours,
Route   or the working harbour, or simply take a
  A     deckchair and relax on the sandy beach.

September

SAT     Blackpool Illuminations                                 Adult
5th                                                            £20.00
        Explore the delights of Blackpool, under
                                                                Child
        the mesmerising sea of illuminations,
                                                               £18.00
        known as the ‘Festival of Lights’.
        Inspiring childhood memories for
        adults of all ages, and continuing to
        delight youngsters today, Blackpool
        Illuminations is a key feature of the
        seaside town’s unique appeal since
        their introduction in 1879, and the bright
        lights continue to attract 3 million visitors
        each year.
        This tour leaves one hour later than our
        usual departures and leaves Blackpool
        to return at 10:00pm, giving you time to
        view the illuminations at your leisure.
Route   Please Note: This Day Trip does not
  C     travel through the lights.
September

          NEW FOR 2020

SAT     Ambleside, Grasmere & Keswick                          Adult
12th                                                          £19.00
        Our first stop of the day will be at Ambleside,
                                                               Child
        a small town that has now become a
                                                              £17.00
        popular tourist resort. We then head off to
        Grasmere, famous for its gingerbread and
        popular because of its association with
        William Wordsworth, with most of its buildings
        dating from 19th to early 20th century. We
        then continue to our last stop of the day at
Route   Keswick, an award-winning market town
  A     which is surrounded by mountains.

          NEW VENUE FOR 2020

SAT     Harrogate Autumn Flower Show at                       Adult
19th    Newby Hall and Gardens                               £37.50
                                                              Child
        Harrogate Autumn Flower Show takes place
                                                             £15.50
        within the stunning grounds and gardens of
        Newby Hall.
        Newby Hall is a jewel in the crown of North
        Yorkshire with one of the country’s finest 18th
        century stately homes and fabulous gardens.
        The great news is that, in addition to all of your
        favourite show features, admission to the 2020
        Harrogate Autumn Flower Show will also include
        access to Newby’s award-winning gardens,
        complete with some of Europe’s longest
Route   herbaceous flower borders, 15 stunning garden
  A     ‘rooms’ and a family adventure garden!

SAT     Blackpool Illuminations                               Adult
26th                                                         £20.00
        Explore the delights of Blackpool, under the
                                                              Child
        mesmerising sea of illuminations, known as the
                                                             £18.00
        ‘Festival of Lights’. Inspiring childhood memories
        for adults of all ages, and continuing to delight
        youngsters today, Blackpool Illuminations is a key
        feature of the seaside town’s unique appeal since
        their introduction in 1879, and the bright lights continue
        to attract 3 million visitors each year. This tour leaves
        one hour later than our usual departures and leaves
        Blackpool to return at 10:00pm, giving you time to
Route   view the illuminations at your leisure. Please Note: This
  C     Day Trip does not travel through the lights.
October
                   - Admission Not Included         - Admission Included

 SAT    York or McArthur Glen Designer Outlet                    Tickets
 3rd                                                             £20.00
        If you imagine a city with Roman roots and a
        Viking past, York has it! With its huge 13th century
        Cathedral, York Minster, cobbled streets and
        city walls, York is a traditional city worth visiting.
        We drop passengers off in York then proceed
        to the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet for those
        passengers wishing to pick up a designer
Route   bargain. We depart the outlet at 4:30pm and
  A     from York at 5:00pm.

SAT     Pickering 1940s Weekend                                   Adult
10th                                                             £18.50
        We return again for this popular day trip, where
                                                                  Child
        Pickering’s streets come alive with the 1940s
                                                                 £17.50
Route   wartime theme. Join in the fun and re-live those
  A     wartime reminiscences.

SAT     Bury Market                                               Adult
17th                                                             £19.50
        Bury Market was established in 1444 and
                                                                  Child
        has a large Market Hall with extensive
                                                                 £17.50
        outside stalls, selling fruit, flowers, clothing,
Route   gifts, hardware and much more. Bury
  A     Market is famous for its Black Pudding stalls.

SAT     Blackpool Illuminations                                   Adult
24th                                                             £20.00
        Explore the delights of Blackpool, under the
                                                                  Child
        mesmerising sea of illuminations, known as the
                                                                 £18.00
        ‘Festival of Lights’. Inspiring childhood memories
        for adults of all ages, and continuing to delight
        youngsters today, Blackpool Illuminations is a key
        feature of the seaside town’s unique appeal since
        their introduction in 1879, and the bright lights continue
        to attract 3 million visitors each year. This tour leaves
        one hour later than our usual departures and leaves
        Blackpool to return at 10:00pm, giving you time to
Route   view the illuminations at your leisure. Please Note: This
  C     Day Trip does not travel through the lights.

 SAT    Whitby Gothic Weekend                                     Adult
 31st                                                            £18.50
        Starting small in 1994, Whitby Goth Weekend
                                                                  Child
        is now one of the world’s premier Goth events
                                                                 £16.50
        and a twice-yearly celebration of all things
        weird and wonderful. Enjoy a range of stalls and
Route   entertainment, plus lots of unusual sights and
  A     sounds in a unique mix of dress, art, and music!
November

          NEW FOR 2020

 SAT    Meadowhall Shopping Centre                              Adult
 7th                                                           £18.75
        With more stores and more brands than ever
                                                                Child
        before in Meadowhall’s newly-styled mall,
                                                               £16.75
        you can now find even more of your favourite
        things. With over 290 stores to choose from, all
        under one roof Meadowhall has it all including
Route   the fabulous Oasis Dining Quarter, where you
  A     can relax and enjoy some seriously good food.

SAT     Leeds Christmas Market                                  Adult
14th                                                           £18.00
        Join us in Leeds for the popular Christmas
                                                                Child
        Markets, where the streets of Leeds come to
                                                               £16.00
        life with the Christmas-themed entertainment
Route   and lots of stalls selling gifts. The last chance to
  A     buy that special present!

 SAT    Edinburgh Christmas Market                              Adult
 21st                                                          £19.50
        Come along to Scotland’s capital, where
                                                                Child
        you can experience its Christmas Markets
                                                               £17.50
        along and around Princes Street. Whilst here
        you’ll enjoy a unique shopping trip, with a
Route   whole range of crafts, local produce and
  B     gastronomic surprises on offer.

SAT     York Christmas Market                                   Adult
28th                                                           £20.00
        One of the biggest and most popular
                                                                Child
        Christmas Markets in the UK, offering a huge
                                                               £18.00
        range of stalls selling gifts, crafts and local
        farm produce. Carol singers, buskers and
Route   bands will be entertaining everyone putting
  A     you in a warm, festive mood!
December
                  - Admission Not Included      - Admission Included

 SAT    Manchester Christmas Market                             Adult
 5th                                                           £19.50
        Attracting shoppers from all over the UK and
                                                                Child
        beyond, the Christmas Markets are spread out
                                                               £17.50
        across ten different locations around the city,
        each with its own character and atmosphere; no
        winter is complete without a wander through the
Route   chalet-lined streets of the markets.
  E     Please Note: There are limited pickups on this trip.

SAT     Glasgow Christmas Market                        Adult
12th                                                   £20.00
        We visit Glasgow for the Christmas Markets on
                                                        Child
        George Square and St. Enoch Square where you
                                                       £18.00
        can enjoy delicious treats and a warming glass
        of Christmas cheer and, of course, purchase
Route   some extra-special Christmas gifts!
  E     Please Note: There are limited pickups on this trip.

SUN     Gilsland Spa Christmas Party                            Adult
13th                                                           £40.00
        We arrive at the Spa Hotel for 11:00am, with a
        coffee shop open upon arrival (not included             Child
        in your package) for anyone requiring                  £38.00
        refreshments before the day begins.
        Your party starts at 11:30am with
        entertainment by the resident compère and
        continues through until your three-course
        Christmas lunch is served. After lunch, there
        will be cash bingo until approximately 3:30pm
        and then you will be served complimentary
        tea and coffee, cake and biscuits. Your
Route   entertainment will continue until your
  C     departure home at 5:00pm.
Additional Information
Feeder Vehicles
Feeder vehicles may be used to bring you to join the main
coach or vice versa on your return. Please note that the
feeder vehicle may be a coach, minibus or taxi.

How to book my Day Trip?
Booking your Day Trip couldn’t be simpler by using one of
the following three options.
1. Online via our secure website at www.stanley-travel.com.
   You can choose your Day Trip, pay and print your ticket
   from this option.
2. Contact our Booking Office in the Bus Station, Stanley, by
   telephoning 01207 237 424 or by visiting the office in
   person where our staff will be happy to answer any
   questions you may have.
3. Visit one of our booking agents throughout the area.
We offer a comprehensive choice of pick up points around
the local area. Due to popular demand and new for 2020
is the option to Reserve Seats for an additional £5.00 per
seat. These can only be booked in person via our Office or by
telephoning 01207 237 424.

“ On behalf of the whole team, I’d like to
  take the opportunity to thank you for your
  interest in Stanley Travel and I’d love to
  hear about the latest adventure you have
  with our friendly, professional team!
                                                      “
  Andrew Scott
  Stanley Travel

Bus Station, Stanley,
                                            @stanley_travel
County Durham DH9 0NQ
Tel: 01207 237 424                         /StanleyTravelUK
Fax: 01207 233 233
Email: sales@stanley-travel.com

www.stanley-travel.com
Booking Conditions
Alterations
The company reserves the right to alter or cancel any Day Trip listed
in the brochure, or to change the size or specification of the vehicle
used. On occasion it may be necessary to allocate a vehicle smaller
or larger than a ‘standard’ coach.

Unaccompanied Children
Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult of
at least 18 years of age.

Children under 5 years of age
By law they must have their own seat to travel in, therefore, we are
unable to offer free child seats. We have a policy whereby we do
not permit babies in arms. Coach seats have a standard car type
seat belt arrangement, so passengers are welcome to bring car
seats/boosters.

Passenger Conduct
Stanley Travel aim as far as possible to ensure our customers have an
enjoyable and carefree Day Trip, as such, you must remember that
you are responsible for your own behaviour and hygiene and the
effect it may have on others. If you or any member of your party is
abusive, disruptive or behaves in a way which could cause damage
or injury to others or affect the enjoyment of their trip, our driver or
representative has the right to ask you (and/or your party) to leave the
vehicle. Offending passengers will not be allowed to re-board, thus
ending the contact of travel with ourselves, with no right for a refund
or claim of liability against the company.

Smoking (including e-cigarettes)
Smoking is prohibited on all coaches under current UK law.

Cancellation
We endeavour to operate all of our Day Trips as advertised. However,
if due to less than a minimum number of bookings, we are forced
to cancel any Day Trip, we reserve the right to do so up to two
working days prior to departure. All monies paid by passengers will
be refunded or offered another Day Trip. Following this, we shall be
exempt from further liability.

Errors & Omissions
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the
information contained within this brochure at the time of printing, we
cannot accept any responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions.
It is advisable to check with us that your Day Trip is definitely operating
before booking your attraction admission tickets.
If there is any loss incurred as a consequence of a Day Trip being
cancelled, Stanley Travel will not be held responsible for customers’
pre-purchased admission tickets.

Stanley Travel’s General Terms of Hire are available on request and
are published on our website at:
www.stanley-travel.com/coaches/terms-of-hire.
Bus Timetable
                                                             Route

Bookings              Boarding                 A      B       C       D      E

Lynn's Barbers Shop
Durham Road,          Blackhill Tesco        07:30 08:25 08:30 09:25         -
Blackhill

Langdrons News
                      Consett Bus Station
Trafalgar Street,                            07:35 08:20 08:35 09:20 07:00
                      (Top Stand)
Consett

Online/Telephone      Leadgate Post
                                             07:40 08:15 08:40 09:15         -
Booking Only          Office

Online/Telephone      Annfield Plain
                                             07:50     -     08:50     -     -
Booking Only          (Opposite Tesco)

                      Annfield Plain
Online/Telephone
                      (Stoneleigh Bus           -    08:05     -     09:05 07:10
Booking Only
                      Stop)

Stanley Taxis,
                      Stanley Bus Station
Booking Office Bus                           07:55 08:00 08:55 09:00 07:20
                      (Top Stand)
Station, Stanley

Stanley Taxis,
                      East Stanley
Booking Office Bus                           08:00 07:55 09:00 08:55         -
                      (Methodist Church)
Station, Stanley

Online/Telephone
                      Pelton Co-op           08:05 07:50 09:05 08:50         -
Booking Only

                      Birtley
Birtley Post Office                          08:15 07:40 09:10 08:45 07:35
                      (Opposite Greggs)

#News Front Street,
                      Chester-Le-Street
Chester-Le-Street                            08:20 07:35 09:15 08:35 07:45
                      Market Tavern
(Opposite Boyes)

                      Plawsworth
Online/Telephone
                      (Opposite Red Lion     08:30 07:30 09:20 08:30         -
Booking Only
                      Bus Layby)

Online/Telephone      Framwellgate Moor
                                          08:35 07:20 09:35 08:20            -
Booking Only          (Marquis of Granby)

                      Durham - North
Online/Telephone
                      Road (Outside BHF      08:40 07:15 09:40 08:15 07:55
Booking Only
                      Shop)

  Tel: 01207 237 424                      www.stanley-travel.com
  Fax: 01207 233 233                        Email: sales@stanley-travel.com
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