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Enjoy the experience Coach Holidays & Day Excursions 2020
“ collection
Our aim is to continue to offer a great
of coach holidays direct
from your local area to destinations
within the UK and Ireland -
all at Great Value For Money
”
Personal, Friendly Service – Executive Coaches –
If you have travelled with us before, you will already know how Our fleet of executive coaches all have reclining seats, seat belts,
good our service really is - we try that little bit harder and pride toilet, video or DVD, radio, drinks facilities, air-conditioning or
ourselves on the high standards provided by both our forced air, PA System and all are maintained to a very high standard
administrative staff and by the coach drivers who are so in our own workshop.
important to your holiday enjoyment. From the moment you
make your first enquiry to the day you return we will offer you Coach Touring at its Best - sit back relax
a service second to none. and enjoy –
There’s something truly wonderful about a coach touring holiday.
Great Drivers – Settle into your armchair-style seat, unwind and enjoy the
We are proud of our coach drivers, most of whom have worked constantly changing panoramas from the comfort of your unique
with us for many years. They will help you make the very most vantage point. You’ll soon get to know your holiday companions and
of your holiday, they have years of experience behind the wheel our carefully planned itineraries mean there’s always something to
- they will look after your every need and you couldn’t be in safer look forward to.
hands. Our customers tell us that our drivers really make their
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holiday extra special consistently rating them as excellent, for
their friendliness, professionalism and tour knowledge.
Groups telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership. Your
attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading
Whatever your holiday plans, we can handle all the arrangements
Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.
for parties of ten or more people - professionally, quickly and free
Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements
from expense and worry. If you organise or belong to a club, group
Regulations 2018 can be found at:
or society, you and your fellow group members can save money or
www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents
qualify for free place offers.
Our Commitment
The Confederation of Is to treat you as we ourselves would like to be treated – not as a
mere member of a group but as individuals with individual needs.
Passenger Transport UK That is why our drivers and office staff always go the extra mile to
We are a member of CPT, which is the UK’s ensure you have the best possible holiday.
leading Trade Association representing the interests of bus and
coach operators. CPT is recognised by Government as the voice
of the industry whilst also being the focus for Loyalty Discount
consultation on national and European legislation, local Should you book more than one holiday from this brochure
regulations, operational practices and engineering we will be pleased to offer the following discounts:
standards. 2nd Holiday - £10 discount per person
Financial Security 3rd or more Holiday - £15 discount per person
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package
within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Gift Vouchers
Arrangements Regulations 2018. Purchasing a gift voucher for friends and family makes a great
Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages. present for any special occasion. Our vouchers can be used to pay
Filers Travel Limited will be fully responsible for the proper for holidays and day tours in part or in full. It couldn’t be easier, just
performance of the package as a whole. give us a call.
Additionally, as required by law, Filers Travel Limited has protection Booking is easy
in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included Our office is open between 9am and 5pm each weekday & 9am -
in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it 12pm Saturday. We will be happy to answer any questions you may
becomes insolvent. Filers Travel Limited are members of the have and take care of all the booking arrangements for you over
Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation Of Passenger the phone. Or, if you prefer drop in and see us - you are welcome!
Transport UK Ltd. This is a government approved consumer
protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach Call our office staff on:
package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the
clients’ monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon
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Holidays still available to book from our 2019 brochure
DATE TOUR DAYS PRICE
9 Aug LONDON HOUSEHOLD CAVALRY & TOWER OF LONDON 3 £235
12 Aug PORTSMOUTH & ISLE OF WIGHT 5 £320
19 Aug OSTEND, BRUGES & YPRES 5 £320
2 Sept WATERWAYS OF MANCHESTER & LIVERPOOL 5 £320
9 Sept NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTRYSIDE CRUISE, GARDENS & DAYS GONE BY 5 £310
18 Sept LLANDUDNO, LLANBERIS LAKE RAILWAY & BODNANT GARDENS 5 £340
23 Sept CASTLES & GARDENS OF KENT 5 £345
28 Sept SPAIN, GULF OF ROSE & THE COSTA BRAVA 9 £545
14 Oct CRICCIETH, PLAS NEWYDD GARDENS, MENAI STRAITS & A TRAIN 5 £275
21 Oct BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS 5 £295
28 Oct ELEGANT EASTBOURNE 5 £265
4 Nov WEYMOUTH TURKEY & TINSEL 5 £265
11 Nov LAKE DISTRICT TURKEY & TINSEL 5 £255
18 Nov TORQUAY TURKEY & TINSEL 5 £265
25 Nov MYSTERY TURKEY & TINSEL 5 £240
2 Dec FOLKESTONE & BRUGES CHRISTMAS MARKET 5 £210
7 Dec PLYMOUTH & EXETER CHRISTMAS SHOPPING 2 £99
13 Dec LONDON WINTER WONDERLAND & WINDSOR 3 £215
Main Departure points
• COMBE MARTIN - Pack of Cards • ILFRACOMBE - High Street Service Station
• BRAUNTON - Opposite The George • BARNSTAPLE - Pathfield, Old Town Station, North Walk
• NORTHAM - War Memorial • BIDEFORD - Kingsley Statue • YELLAND - Pottery Lane, Bus Stop
• FREMINGTON - Opposite The New Inn • BICKINGTON - Garage • STICKLEPATH - The Wrey Arms
• SOUTH MOLTON - The Square • TIVERTON - Morrison’s Bus Stop • CULLOMPTON - Services J28 / M5
• JUNCTION 27 / M5 - Service Station • WELLINGTON - Junction 26 / M5 • TAUNTON - BP Garage, J25 / M5
• BRIDGWATER - Huntsworth Services, J24 / M5 • BRISTOL - Gordano Services M5
For Bookings and Enquiries please call us on:
01271 863819 / 862935 / 867040
Email: info@filers.co.uk www.filers.co.uk
Filers Travel Limited, Slade Lodge, Slade Road, Ilfracombe, Devon. EX34 8LB
Contents
DEPARTURE DATE DESTINATION DAYS PAGE
14 February London Greenwich Valentines Weekender 3 5
21 February Falmouth Cornish Winter Warmer & The Jamaica Inn 4 5
2 March Terrific Tenby, Pembroke Castle & Botanic Gardens 5 6
9 March Elegant Eastbourne, Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens 5 6
16 March Ireland & St Patricks Celebrations 5 7
30 March Isle of Wight Delights 5 8
6 April Wonderful Weymouth & Dorset Delights 5 8
13 April Stepping back in time in Leicestershire 5 9
20 April Porthcawl, South Wales & The National Trust 5 9
1 May Great little Trains of the Isle of Man 5 10
8 May Torquay & South Devon Luxury Weekend 4 10
18 May Jersey, a jewel in the Channel Islands 5 11
1 June Northumberland Houses & Gardens 5 11
15 June A taste of Ireland, County Wexford 5 12
22 June Southport, Liverpool & brilliant Blackpool 5 13
29 June Bournemouth, Compton Acres & Vintage cream tea cruise 5 13
10 July Hampton Court flower show & RHS Garden Wisley 3 14
27 July North Wales & Cheshire, Boats, Steam train & Cream tea 5 14
3 August Cambridgeshire, War Museum, Codes & Cities 5 15
9 August Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire, A Tale of two Shires 5 15
14 August Shrewsbury Flower Show & Weston Park 4 16
18 August Legoland Resort & Windsor 2 16
28 August London Summertime Getaway 3 17
4 September Thames Tales, 4 Cruises and a River 4 17
12 September Criccieth, Portmeirion & Llamberis Lake Railway 5 18
21 September Wonderful Weymouth & Monkeyworld 5 18
26 September Sights of the Isle of Wight 5 19
5 October Blackpool Illuminations 5 19
12 October Jersey, A Jewel in the Channel Islands 5 20
19 October Norfolk, Paddle Steamer, Steam Train & Blickling Estate 5 20
26 October Yorkshire Dales & Castle Howard 5 21
2 November Lake District Turkey & Tinsel & The World of Beatrix Potter 5 21
8 November Corrie Cobbles, Manchester Christmas Market & Liverpool 5 22
13 November Mystery Festive Sparkle Weekend 4 22
20 November Torquay & South Devon Luxury Turkey & Tinsel 4 23
27 November London Winter Wonderland & Christmas lights 3 23
7 December Bournemouth Turkey & Tinsel 5 24
14 December Eastbourne Turkey & Tinsel & Penshurst Place 5 24
DAY TOURS 25-29
4
London Greenwich Falmouth
Valentines Weekender Cornish Winter Warmer & The Jamaica Inn
4 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£189
PER PERSON
£189
PER PERSON
3 DAYS 4 DAYS
FRIDAY 14 - SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY FRIDAY 21 - MONDAY 24 FEBRUARY
Greenwich - There is loads to do here….LOADS! It is home Falmouth has the world’s third largest natural deep-water
to the Meridian Line, Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory, the harbour and is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural
National Maritime Museum, the Old Royal Naval College, Beauty along the Helford and Fal Rivers and the Roseland
London’s cable car, Greenwich Park and the O2 Arena. Peninsula.
London - The capital is bursting with so much to see and do, The towns of St Ives and Padstow both have much to offer
you really can’t go wrong with a day here. An array of shops, in all weathers, and the city of Truro with its striking gothic
art, historic buildings and attractions such as London Eye, Cathedral certainly won’t disappoint.
Tower Bridge, The Shard, Madame Tussauds, Body Worlds
and the London Dungeon plus much more. Itinerary
FRIDAY - Today we make our way to our hotel in Falmouth, stopping en
route at the Jamaica Inn, where you will find the UK’s largest collection
Itinerary of Cornish historical smuggling artefacts. There is also the Daphne du
FRIDAY - Today we make a leisurely journey to our hotel in Greenwich, Maurier room, farm shop and gift shop to explore. A soup of the day
stopping off en route in Salisbury. This medieval City is often described lunch is also included served with croutons, chunky bread and butter.
as “the City in the countryside” and has many things to see including the (Please advise of any dietary needs). We continue our journey to the hotel
Cathedral (home to the Magna Carta), the museum situated in the King’s arriving with time to settle in before our dinner and evening
entertainment.
House, Arundells: Sir Edward Heath’s former home containing some fine
collections, and the beautiful Cathedral Close area. SATURDAY - After breakfast we head to Truro, Cornwall’s only city.
There is plenty to explore here with its cathedral, Lemon Quay indoor
SATURDAY - Today after breakfast you are free to explore. You might market, farmer’s market, Royal Cornwall Museum, parks, gardens, or
like to visit the many attractions in the Greenwich area or take a trip on why not take a gentle riverside stroll?
the Thames Clipper boats for easy access to Central London. We have
included a day river roamer ticket giving you unlimited travel to the piers SUNDAY - This morning we spend some time in St Ives with plenty to
do here including gardens, galleries, museums, castles, historic houses
between Battersea and Woolwich.
and a fabulous selection of cafes and restaurants. In the afternoon we
SUNDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our journey head back to Falmouth where you have free time to explore the
homewards, stopping off en route in Winchester, with its vibrant city beautiful town.
centre, the military quarter featuring 6 interesting museums, the Great MONDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our way
Hall which has housed King Arthur’s round table for over 700 years, and homewards with a stop in Padstow where you will have time to explore
the medieval cathedral. We then continue our journey arriving home and maybe have some lunch. We then continue our journey arriving
early evening. home late afternoon.
Your Hotel: Membly Hall Hotel HHH
Your Hotel: Novotel London Greenwich HHHH This 3 star hotel has been family run for over 60 years and occupies a
Discover the stylish elegance of this 4 star hotel which features bright, seafront position with splendid views of the bay and the majestic Cornish
spacious bedrooms and colourful artwork throughout. Close to coastline.
Greenwich tube station and surrounded by restaurants and historic The sun lounge provides an ideal opportunity to relax and unwind, or you
pubs, this hotel is perfectly situated for all of Greenwich’s attractions. could have a soak in the spa and warm up in the sauna. There is also the
You might like to entertain your palate at the in-house bar and restaurant opportunity to play table tennis or short mat bowls.
where you can enjoy a range of local and international cuisine with a wide The delicious breakfast and evening meals are made using locally sourced
selection of beers, wines and cocktails, or try out the modern leisure produce, and the well stocked bar has something to suit all tastes.
complex with a fitness centre, steam room and relaxation area. Entertainment is provide on all evenings.
All bedrooms have tea/coffee making facilities, complimentary toiletries, The comfortable en suite rooms have TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making
hairdryer and en suite bathroom with a separate walk-in shower and bath. facilities, free Wi-Fi and complimentary toiletries. A lift serves both floors.
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER INFORMATION
• •
Executive Coach Travel 2 Nights Bed &
FURTHER INFORMATION • Executive Coach Travel • 3 Nights Dinner, Price based on 2 people
Price based on 2 people Bed & Breakfast • Evening Entertainment
•
Breakfast Excursions as detailed
sharing a room • Porterage • Excursions as detailed sharing a room
including: Unlimited travel on the Thames Single Supplement:
Single Supplement: £75 including: Entry to the Jamaica Inn Museum None on the first 5 rooms
Clipper for 1 day
including soup for lunch
5
Terrific Tenby Elegant Eastbourne
Pembroke Castle & Botanic Gardens & Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
3 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£235
PER PERSON
£220
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 5 DAYS
MONDAY 2 - FRIDAY 6 MARCH MONDAY 9 - FRIDAY 13 MARCH
Tenby is a delightful little harbour town & seaside resort, and Eastbourne, of Saxon origin, is an unspoilt elegant Victorian
it’s possibly the most picturesque seaside town in Wales. seaside resort. It has one of the top sunshine records in the
The town is home to many restaurants, shops, cafes & pubs UK and award-winning beaches. Take a stroll along the palm
all linked by cobbled streets and pastel coloured buildings. tree-lined promenade, explore the pretty gardens, enjoy the
seafront heritage and see the cosmopolitan harbour.
Itinerary Eastbourne has something for everyone.
MONDAY - Today we travel to our hotel in Tenby, stopping en route in
Swansea with time for a browse: maybe see the Marina and National
Waterfront Museum, the City Centre and the Dylan Thomas Centre or the
Swansea Museum. We will arrive at the hotel with time to settle in before
Itinerary
our dinner and evening entertainment. MONDAY - We take a leisurely drive to Eastbourne stopping en route in
Chichester for time to explore and maybe have lunch before continuing
TUESDAY - After breakfast we go to Pembroke Castle where we enjoy a the journey, arriving at the hotel with time to settle in before dinner.
guided tour of this enormous oval castle surrounded by a serene mill
pond. The views are amazing and this medieval relic has endless rooms, TUESDAY - Today we make a visit to Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens.
passages, battlements and turrets. Pembroke Town also contains many This 240 acre estate was first planted in 1801, and is Grade I listed. As
ancient and interesting Norman buildings. We then visit Milford Haven, well as the gardens, you can enjoy the unique doll’s house exhibition, a
situated on the shores of the largest estuary in Wales, which has one of rare colony of wallabies, wildfowl, huge carp in the seven ponds,
the deepest natural harbours in the world. restaurants and gift shops. In the afternoon we continue on to Brighton
WEDNESDAY - You have a free day today to explore Tenby at your leisure. where you might like to see the Palace Pier, Royal Pavilion or the i360
You might like to visit the Tenby Museum and art gallery on castle hill where giving panoramic views of the area.
you will also find Wales’ National monument to Prince Albert, Queen WEDNESDAY - After breakfast we board the coach and head to Hastings
Victoria’s husband. The harbour is very picturesque, and the town has for some time to browse before we continue on to the charming town
many quaint cobbled streets to discover. There is also the castle to explore of Battle, which grew up around Battle Abbey. In 1066 the area
with it’s beautiful views. Lunch will be provided for you at the hotel today. witnessed the most celebrated confrontation on English soil - The
THURSDAY - We start today by heading to the National Botanic Gardens Battle of Hastings.
of Wales, set in the beautiful Carmarthenshire countryside. Here you’ll THURSDAY - After breakfast you are free to relax and explore
find an inspiring range of themed gardens, the world’s largest single-span Eastbourne at your leisure.
glasshouse and a tropical Butterfly House - come rain or shine you’ll have
plenty to see. We continue our day with a visit to Carmarthen, the oldest FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and head towards home
town in Wales probably best known for its legendary connections to Merlin stopping along the way in Portsmouth, a dynamic and vibrant
and its Roman Heritage. waterfront City with plenty to see.
FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and head towards home,
stopping off in Cardiff where you have some time to explore the many
shops, restaurants and attractions. We will arrive home for early evening. Your Hotel: Claremont Hotel, Eastbourne HHH
This hotel is exclusively for adults and occupies a prime sea front
Your Hotel: Cliffe Norton Hotel HHH location on Eastbourne’s splendid Grand Parade. The town centre is
Occupying a prime position on the North Beach, this hotel affords just a short stroll away.
uninterrupted views across the bay, and is just a short walk from the There is a comfortable lounge and bar with entertainment each evening,
town centre. and on 1 evening there will be a half price bar offer. The hotel’s coffee
The spacious restaurant will serve our breakfast, evening dinner and a shop is a nice environment in which to relax. The restaurant serves a
lunch is included on Wednesday. Evening meals include a complimentary delicious full English or continental breakfast and a 3 course evening
drink and entertainment is provided on most evenings. meal.
All en suite bedrooms have central heating, tea/coffee making facilities, All en suite bedrooms have tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and
hairdryer and TV with radio channels. Free Wi-Fi is available in the hotel’s TV. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas, and a lift serves most rooms.
public areas. There are 2 lifts which serve most of the hotel’s bedrooms.
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER INFORMATION PRICE INCLUDES
• Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, Price based on 2 people • Executive Coach Travel FURTHER INFORMATION
• Bed & Breakfast • Complimentary drink sharing a room •
4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Price based on 2 people
with dinner • One lunch provided at hotel
• Entertainment most evenings Single Supplement: • •
Porterage Evening Entertainment sharing a room
• Excursions as detailed including: None on 4 rooms •1 Night half price bar Single Supplement:
Entry to the National Botanic, Gardens of Sea View Supplement: •
Excursions as detailed including: None on 5 rooms
Wales, Entry to Pembroke Castle £20 P/P Entry to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
6
Ireland - St Patrick’s Celebrations
Powerscourt Gardens & Dublin Liberties Distillery
4 STAR
HOTEL
£399
PER PERSON
5 DAYS
MONDAY 16 - FRIDAY 20 MARCH
St Patrick’s Day is the one national holiday that is celebrated in more countries around the world than any other. It’s the day
when everyone wants to be Irish so what better way to celebrate than to be in Ireland for it! Everything you hear about this
island is true: Ireland is absolutely stunning with breath-taking landscapes, friendly fascinating people and a lot of things to
see & do.
Itinerary
MONDAY – We make our way to Holyhead for our Stena Line ferry to
Dublin, before continuing a short journey to our hotel, where we can
settle in before our 3 course Irish-themed dinner.
TUESDAY – ‘Happy St Patrick’s Day’ - After a hearty breakfast we head
to the town centre of Newtown Mount Kennedy where we can join the
locals and celebrate all things Irish. The town has a St Patrick’s parade
starting approx. 11:30am and there will be live music throughout the
town all day. Once back at hotel we can enjoy our dinner and an evening
of music.
WEDNESDAY – Today we head to Ireland’s capital of Dublin visiting the
Liberties Distillery. This Irish Whiskey Distillery opened in 2018, and we
have the chance to be guided through the full production process and
on to the tasting bar. The tour will entertain you with some wonderful
stories of past local characters. We also have some free time in Dublin
where you can explore this beautiful city.
THURSDAY – We visit Powerscourt House & Gardens today which was
recently voted third in the World’s Top 10 gardens by National Your Hotel: Park View Hotel, Wicklow HHHH
Geographic. The 47 acres of gardens offer a blend of formal gardens, The hotel is nestled at the foot of the Wicklow Mountains offering
sweeping terraces, statues & ornamental lakes, secret hollows and luxury accommodation, modern facilities and stunning views.
rambling walks, not to forget Ireland’s tallest waterfall: located The park lounge bar has relaxed surroundings, the terrace gives the
overlooking the Sugarloaf Mountain, it enjoys a breath-taking best of views and the restaurant serves our breakfast and three course
panorama. dinner using the best local produce.
FRIDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel and head to Dublin for our The spacious en suite bedrooms are designed with comfort in mind and
return ferry to Holyhead and continue making our way back home with have TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. The hotel
comfort stops en route. has a lift.
PRICE INCLUDES
• Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast FURTHER INFORMATION
• Music on St Patrick’s Night • Porterage Price based on 2 people sharing a room
• Excursions as detailed including: Single Supplement: £92
Entry to Powerscourt House & Gardens,
Tour & Tasting at Dublin Liberties Distillery
7
Isle of Wight Delights Wonderful Weymouth
& Dorset Delights
3 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£265
PER PERSON
£280
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 5 DAYS
MONDAY 30 MARCH - FRIDAY 3 APRIL MONDAY 6 - FRIDAY 10 APRIL
Isle of Wight - Situated just off England’s South Coast, this Weymouth has beautiful golden sands sprinkled with
island is the perfect destination at any time of the year. It deckchairs, safe shallow waters, a pretty harbourside and
has a mild climate, stunning coastal scenery, beautiful many attractions to visit. The beach is consistently
beaches and an extensive history. recognised as one of the top ten destinations in Europe.
Shanklin is a quaint town which offers great character and
features many interesting little shops and cafes. A short Itinerary
walk from the town is the Old Village, a beautiful attraction MONDAY - We take a
with the most picturesque thatched cottages. leisurely drive down to
Weymouth enjoying the
Itinerary lovely scenery along
MONDAY - We travel to Lymington for our ferry crossing to Yarmouth and the way, stopping off
on to our hotel in Shanklin with time to settle in and relax before a three- en route with time for
course evening meal. lunch and a browse in
Dorchester. We arrive
TUESDAY - Today is a full day trip starting with Godshill, a picturesque
at our hotel with time to
village with thatched roof cottages. Next we visit Newport for market
settle in before our
day, located in the middle of the island and often referred to as its capital.
In the afternoon we spend some time in Sandown which is sheltered in evening meal.
a stunning bay with a traditional British seafront. TUESDAY - After our
WEDNESDAY - After breakfast you have the day free to explore Shanklin breakfast we visit Poole. Here you can explore the treasures of the
or further afield at your leisure. historic quayside, delve deep into the heart of the Old Town where
pirates once stood, and immerse yourself in the fascinating history at
THURSDAY - We begin today with a visit Cowes with its pedestrianised the museum with free admission. In the afternoon we visit Swanage on
high street and beautiful seafront & esplanade, then we head onto Ryde the Isle of Purbeck, with its Victorian splendour and rich heritage.
which has a Victorian pier and great variety of pubs, bars, cafes and
restaurants. In the afternoon we take a trip on the Isle of Wight Steam WEDNESDAY - This morning we make a visit to the attractive town of
Railway and discover the island’s unspoilt countryside. Bridport for market day. We continue our day with a visit to The Tank
Museum, Dorset’s largest indoor attraction. Here the exhibitions tell the
FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and make a visit to The
Needles, which is the island’s most famous landmark. We will then make story of armoured warfare from World War One through to the present
our way to Yarmouth for our ferry crossing back to Lymington and day.
continue homewards with comfort stops en route. THURSDAY - Today after breakfast you are free to relax and explore
Weymouth at your leisure.
Your Hotel: The Ocean View Hotel, Shanklin HHH FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart our hotel and wend our way home
along the coast stopping in Sidmouth with time for lunch and a browse,
This charming, well-appointed hotel is situated in a premier location arriving back late afternoon.
with an idyllic seaside position just a pebble’s throw away from Shanklin
beach.
The bright, spacious restaurant serves a full English breakfast and a Your Hotel: Daish’s Russell Hotel, Weymouth HHH
three-course evening dinner. Entertainment is provided most evenings
in the ballroom, and there is also an indoor swimming pool, snooker room The hotel is situated on the glorious seafront esplanade, just a short
and indoor bowls area. stroll from Weymouth’s town centre, attractions, shops and cafes.
All comfortable en suite bedrooms are centrally heated and have The comfortable coffee shop and lounge in the hotel is a great place to
tea/coffee making facilities, TV with radio channels, hairdryer and relax and enjoy the views. The games room and bar offer nightly
telephones. Premier rooms may be available to upgrade to which will entertainment. The restaurant provides a full English or continental
include a sea view. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas and a lift serves all breakfast and a three course evening meal.
floors. All en suite bedrooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There
is free Wi-Fi in public areas of the hotel, and also a lift.
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER INFORMATION
•
Executive Coach Travel Price based on 2 people PRICE INCLUDES
sharing a room FURTHER INFORMATION
• 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Single Supplement: • Executive Coach Travel Price based on 2 people
• Entertainment most evenings
None on 5 rooms • 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast sharing a room
• Excursions as detailed including:
Sea View Supplement: £20 P/P • Evening Entertainment • Porterage
•
Return Ferry Crossings
Premier Room including Sea View • Excursions as detailed including: Single Supplement:
•
Ride on IOW Steam Railway Supplement: £40 P/P Entry to the Tank Museum
None on 5 rooms
8
Stepping Back in Time Porthcawl
in Leicestershire South Wales & The National Trust
4 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£265
PER PERSON
£270
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 5 DAYS
MONDAY 13 - FRIDAY 17 APRIL MONDAY 20 - FRIDAY 24 APRIL
Leicestershire is a landlocked county in the East Midlands Porthcawl is located between Swansea and Cardiff and has
famous for its battlefields. On this tour we retrace the an attractive harbour and sandy beaches. It has a splendid
footsteps of King Richard III and take a look back to what life Grand Pavilion, Coney Beach - a fairground with a variety of
was like in the 1600s. rides and amusements and the world famous golf course.
The town centre also has a good range of shops and
Itinerary restaurants.
MONDAY - We make a leisurely journey to our hotel in Market Bosworth
with stops along the way, arriving at the hotel with time to settle in before
our evening meal.
Itinerary
MONDAY - We make a leisurely journey to our hotel in Porthcawl,
TUESDAY - We board the coach and make our way to Belvoir Castle,
stopping en route in Caerphilly, famous for its Medieval Castle which is
which is one of the finest examples of Regency architecture in England.
the largest in Wales, its Caerphilly cheese and for being the birthplace
Sitting proudly on top of a hill in Leicestershire, it commands majestic
of Tommy Cooper.
views of the surrounding countryside. As you wander around, you will
see the wonderful décor and various rooms including the State dining TUESDAY - After a hearty breakfast we make our way to Cardiff, Wales’
Room, Guard Room and King’s Rooms. We are greeted on arrival with capital city with a large range of attractions, shops, historic buildings
tea/coffee and biscuits. and fine food and drink. We continue on to Dyffryn Gardens, a garden
WEDNESDAY - This morning we visit Leicester’s King Richard III Visitor for all seasons owned by the National Trust. Meandering through these
Centre, using great storytelling, beautiful design and 21st century gardens you will discover intimate garden rooms, formal lawns and an
technology, the Visitor Centre tells the fascinating and moving story of extensive arboretum. The reinstated glasshouse in the kitchen gardens
the life, death and discovery of King Richard III. You may also like to have has an impressive collection of rare cacti and orchids.
a browse in Leicester. This afternoon we return to the hotel and you have WEDNESDAY - We have a free day today to relax and explore Porthcawl
free time in Market Bosworth, with its cobbled square, independent or further afield at your leisure. Lunch will also be provided today in the
shops and beautiful parkland. hotel.
THURSDAY - We visit the 1620s House and Garden at Donington le Heath THURSDAY - We start our day with a visit to Aberdulais Tin Works and
today. This is a rare example of a family home built in the 13th century Waterfall, owned by the National Trust. As you wander through the site,
and modernised in 1618. You can explore the furnished rooms, handle the you’ll find yourself at the very heart of the earliest industry in Britain.
objects and talk to volunteers to discover what life was like in 1620. The From here we make our way to Swansea, where you have some time to
17th-century-style gardens include flower and herb gardens, a maze and explore the many shops, restaurants and attractions.
an orchard.
FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our way
FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and begin our journey homewards with comfort stops along the way, arriving back late
homewards, stopping along the way, arriving back late afternoon. afternoon.
Your Hotel: Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa, Market
Bosworth HHHH Your Hotel: Seabank Hotel, Porthcawl HHH
This hotel is located in the heart of the English countryside, and is one This three star hotel is magnificently located on the sea front with
of the most impressive and striking hotels in Market Bosworth. outstanding views from all public rooms and most of the bedrooms.
It is set in 11 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with tennis courts and All centrally heated, en suite bedrooms with either a bath or shower
a croquet lawn. Fine dining is on offer at the Crompton’s restaurant, which have tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and Freeview TV with radio
adjoins the Bosworth’s cocktail bar. The Courtyard bar is the perfect place channels.
to sit back and relax whilst enjoying the views over the gardens. The attractive restaurant offers a full cooked breakfast and a three
The Spindles Health & Leisure Club is charged at £4 per session and has course dinner, with waiter service. Other facilities include two lounges,
a heated indoor swimming pool, spa bath, sauna, steam room and gym. a bar and a large room with dance floor where entertainment is provided
on most nights.
All en suite bedrooms have a TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities
Free Wi Fi is available in public areas. A lift serves all floors.
and hairdryer. A lift serves all floors.
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER INFORMATION
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER
Price based on 2 people
• •
Executive Coach Travel 4 Nights Dinner, INFORMATION • •
Executive Coach Travel 4 Nights Dinner,
sharing a room
•
Bed & Breakfast Excursions as detailed Price based on 2 people •
Bed & Breakfast One Lunch Included
Single Supplement: £28
including: Entry to Belvoir Castle & Gardens sharing a room •
Entertainment most evenings Sea View Supplement:
with welcome tea/coffee & biscuits, Single Supplement: • Excursions as detailed including: £20 P/P
Entry to King Richard III Visitor Centre None on 4 Rooms then Entry to Dyffryn House and Gardens, N/Trust Members:
Entry to 1620s House & Garden £60 Entry to Aberdulais Tin Works and Waterfall £15 Discount
9
Great Little Trains Torquay and South Devon
of the Isle of Man Luxury Weekend
3 STAR 4 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£449
PER PERSON
£270
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 4 DAYS
FRIDAY 1 - TUESDAY 5 MAY FRIDAY 8 - MONDAY 11 MAY
A ‘Jewel in the Irish Sea’, and dominated by Snaefell Mountain: Torquay is one of Britain’s most popular resorts: with palm-
the Isle of Man is stunningly beautiful and enjoys one of the lined promenades, an international marina, wine bars,
mildest climates in the British Isles, which accounts for the stunning bays, a cosmopolitan atmosphere and mild climate,
palms and other exotic plants which grow there. it’s no wonder the area is known as the ‘English Riviera’.
It has over one hundred miles of beautiful coastline, with a
wide variety of wildlife and scenery, uncrowded beaches and Itinerary
medieval castles.
FRIDAY – We begin our luxury
Itinerary weekend with a leisurely journey to
our hotel in Torquay, stopping en
FRIDAY – We make an early start and travel up to Heysham for an route at the House of Marbles for a
afternoon crossing to Douglas (crossing time 3.5 hrs) arriving at our hotel cream tea in the Old Pottery
in time to settle in before a three course evening meal. Restaurant and some time to have a
SATURDAY – After breakfast we take a journey aboard the Isle of Man browse of the museums and shop, and
Steam Railway from Douglas to the seaside resort of Port Erin. Enjoy free discover the 4,000 year history of
time in the resort before travelling to the Calf of Man, a wildlife sanctuary glass and marbles.
and nature reserve and onwards to Castletown, formerly the capital of
SATURDAY – Today you have the day
the island and home to Castle Rushen, an ancient fortress that dominates
the town and harbour. free to explore Torquay or further afield at your leisure, or relax and
enjoy the hotel facilities.
SUNDAY – Enjoy free time this morning in Douglas, the island’s capital.
Stroll along the waterfront with its sweeping views of Douglas Bay, where SUNDAY – We visit Dartmouth this morning: situated on the banks of
horse drawn trams potter along the handsome promenade. Not to be the picturesque River Dart, you won’t be short of things to see here with
missed is the award-winning Manx Museum (free of charge) in the centre historic houses and gardens, castles, shopping, galleries, museums and
of town. In the afternoon we take a trip to the resort of Peel, with its flat boat trips to name but a few. In the afternoon we spend some time in
sandy beach and absorbing attractions that you may wish to visit: Peel Totnes where you may like to explore the history of this beautiful town,
Castle, The House of Manannan Museum, or Moore’s Smoked Kipper or visit some of the independent shops and maybe have a bite to eat in
Factory. Returning via Tynwald Hill, home of the Manx Parliament. one of the many cafes, restaurants and pubs.
MONDAY – Today we travel to the market town of “Royal” Ramsey set in MONDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our way
the foothills of North Barrule. Here we join the Manx Electric Railway to homewards, stopping off in Teignmouth with some time to explore this
Laxey and a chance to spot the Great Laxey Wheel, or “Lady Isabella”, the stunning coastal town’s historic buildings, long sandy beaches and lush
largest surviving waterwheel of its kind in the world. From Laxey, we then countryside.
board the Snaefell Mountain Railway, the only electric mountain railway
in the British Isles, which climbs to the summit of Snaefell Mountain.
TUESDAY – After an early breakfast we depart our hotel for the ferry to
Your Hotel: Belgrave Sands Hotel & Spa, Torquay
Heysham and home, stopping for refreshments along the way. HHHH
We are pleased to return to this luxury 4 star hotel which is located in
Your Hotel: Rutland Hotel, Douglas HHH a scenic part of Torquay, 150 yards from the beach and a short flat
stroll from the harbour, town centre and theatre.
This three star hotel is located on the seafront in Douglas with
stunning views across Douglas Bay and close to the town centre The team of dedicated chefs will bring your taste buds to life with every
breakfast and six course evening meal in the Seasons restaurant and
shops, restaurants and bars.
lounge using the very best locally sourced produce. Reflections Spa is
All en suite bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer & a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate with a heated indoor swimming
phone. The restaurant is a relaxing place and serves a buffet style three pool, fully equipped air-conditioned gym, steam room and sauna.
course dinner with choice of menu, plus tea & coffee and a full Manx
The elegant bedrooms are furnished to the highest quality and have TV,
breakfast. There is also a Lounge Bar in which to relax. There is a lift
free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, mini-fridge, robe and
but some internal steps and steps leading up to the entrance.
slippers. There is a lift to all floors.
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE INCLUDES
• Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, FURTHER
INFORMATION • Executive Coach Travel
FURTHER
Bed & Breakfast • Entertainment on 2 Evenings INFORMATION
• Return Ferry Crossings Price based on • 3 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Price based on 2 people
• Excursions as detailed including: 2 people sharing a room • Welcome Tea/Coffee on arrival • Porterage sharing a room.
Manx Electric Railway Journey, Single Supplement: • Evening Entertainment Single Supplement:
Snaefell Mountain Railway Journey, £50 • Excursions as detailed including: None on 3 rooms
Douglas to Port Erin Train Journey House of Marbles & Cream Tea
10Jersey Northumberland
A Jewel in The Channel Islands Houses & Gardens
3 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£310
PER PERSON
£290
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 5 DAYS
MONDAY 18 - FRIDAY 22 MAY MONDAY 1 - FRIDAY 5 JUNE
Jersey is steeped in history and has many varying places of Northumberland is an area of enormous beauty and charm,
interest to visit. With its broad bays, sheltered coves and complete with well preserved medieval castles, extraordinary
leafy lanes, all begging to be explored, and its location close gardens and dramatic coastlines with unspoilt beaches.
to France ensures a wonderful Continental flavour. Northumberland is home to England’s most tranquil and
It is the largest of the Channel Islands and is usually the inspiring National Park and there are also two areas of
hottest place in the British Isles during the summer months. outstanding natural beauty, the Northumberland coast and
the North Pennines.
Itinerary Itinerary
MONDAY – Depart from your chosen pick up point and travel to Poole MONDAY – We travel up to our hotel in Washington with stops along the
for the ferry crossing to Jersey, where you will be met by your way, arriving at our hotel with time to settle in and relax before our
representative for the coach transfer to your hotel, with time to settle evening meal.
in before a four course evening meal and entertainment. TUESDAY – Today we visit Alnwick Gardens, home to a variety of themed
TUESDAY - THURSDAY – After a delicious breakfast you are free to gardens with the grand cascade, a magnificent tumbling mass of water,
explore the delights of Jersey as its centrepiece. We also enjoy a guided tour of the poison garden,
during the day. Return for evening packed with deadly and familiar plants growing side by side. Our expert
meal and entertainment. The hotel guide will share myths and legends along with facts from science and
representative will be on hand in the history. In the historic town of Alnwick there are beautiful cobbled
mornings to help you plan your streets, narrow alleys and fine stone buildings. You might also like to visit
holiday and answer any queries that Alnwick castle which is considered one of the finest castles in England.
you may have. WEDNESDAY – We start today visiting Morpeth, where it is market day.
FRIDAY – After breakfast depart the You might also like to visit Carlisle Park which features one of just four
hotel and transfer back to Poole, working floral clocks in the country, visit the bagpipe museum with its
where you will be met by our coach vast collection and free admission or have a stroll along the banks of the
River Wansbeck and maybe venture over the stepping stones. We then
and driver to take you back to your
visit the National Trust’s 13,000 acre Wallington Estate, a much-loved
original departure point.
home to generations of the unconventional Trevelyn family who loved the
outdoors. The house is surrounded by an informal landscape of lawns,
lakes, woodland, parkland and farmland, just waiting to be explored.
Your Hotel: The Mayfair Hotel, St Helier HHH THURSDAY – Today we make a short journey to Newcastle, a vibrant city
A warm welcome awaits you at this contemporary & conveniently split into several distinct areas all within short walking distance. You
located three star hotel, only a few minutes’ walk from the bustling might like to visit the cathedral and castle above the River Tyne, the
shops of St Helier, Howard Davis Park and the beach. Quayside, Chinatown with its life science centre and discovery museum
There is a cocktail bar for the evenings in which to relax and enjoy the or the Old Ouseburn Valley which is the cultural quarter.
evening’s entertainment, as well as a lounge bar and coffee shop where FRIDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel and begin the journey home,
tea & coffee and snacks are served during the day. The dining room with stops en route and arriving home early evening.
serves a cooked breakfast and a four course dinner and special diets
can be provided on request.
All bedrooms are en suite and centrally heated, with colour TV, tea/coffee
Your Hotel: Holiday Inn, Washington HHH
making facilities & hairdryer. We are very pleased to return to this long established three star hotel,
which is well known for its friendly staff and warm welcome. It is
The hotel also provides a leisure complex with a range of complimentary located between historic Durham, Sunderland and Newcastle.
facilities – swimming pool with jacuzzi and steam room and a gymnasium.
They have a great entertainment programme which is on every night. All en suite bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities & hairdryer.
The Traders restaurant offers a three course dinner with a choice of
menu and an English breakfast, and the lounge and bar area offer a good
FURTHER INFORMATION place to relax in. There is a lift, and also free high speed Wi-Fi.
PRICE INCLUDES Price based on 2 people
•
Return Coach Travel to Port sharing a room. PRICE INCLUDES
•4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Single Supplement: FURTHER INFORMATION
•
Hotel Entertainment None on first 2 rooms • Executive Coach Travel Price based on 2 people
• Return Transfers from Port to Hotel Sole Occupancy Supplement: £88 • 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast sharing a room
•
Return Ferries Modern Travel Centre Booking • Excursions as detailed including: Single Supplement: £72
•
Modern Hotels Representative Conditions Apply Entry to Alnwick Gardens
Entry to Wallington N/Trust Members: £13 Discount
20kg Luggage Allowance
11A Taste of Ireland, County Wexford
3 STAR
HOTEL
£410
PER PERSON
5 DAYS
MONDAY 15 - FRIDAY 19 JUNE
Everything you hear about this island is true: Ireland is absolutely stunning with breath-taking landscapes, friendly and
fascinating people and a lot of things to see and do.
On this tour we sample Ireland’s famous food and drink with themed dinners. We also have Guinness and Jameson’s
demonstrations and enjoy live entertainment every evening.
Itinerary
MONDAY – We travel to Fishguard for our ferry to Rosslare, before
continuing a short way to our hotel in Enniscorthy for a welcome
tea/coffee. We will have time to settle in before our 3 course evening meal
(one course will be Guinness-themed) followed by entertainment from
the Seanchi Folk Band.
TUESDAY – After breakfast we take a morning excursion to Waterford
with time to explore and maybe have lunch, before returning to
Enniscorthy where you have a free afternoon. At 6pm in the hotel there
will be a Jameson Soda Bread cooking demo followed by evening meal
with one Jameson-themed course, followed by entertainment from
“Whiskey in the Jar”.
WEDNESDAY – Today we take a full day excursion to Dublin, arriving back
to the hotel with time to relax before our Taste of Wexford-themed
evening with Pikemen and staff in traditional costume. Tonight’s live act
is the “Reeling in the Years” band.
THURSDAY – Today we travel to Kilkenny, where you are free to maybe
visit St Canice’s Cathedral, the imposing Butler Castle and the Kilkenny Your Hotel: Treacy’s Hotel, Enniscorthy HHH
Design Centre or even tour the Smithwick’s Experience to sample some This 3 star hotel is one of Wexford’s most luxurious hotels, balancing
Irish ales. We head back to the hotel with time to enjoy the facilities old world elegance with modern glamour. It is perfectly situated in the
before a demonstration on how to pull a perfect pint of Guinness, and you heart of Enniscorthy.
can enjoy a complimentary glass of Guinness as well. The evening meal, The full cooked breakfast and our 3 course choice evening meal
with one course themed on local produce, will be followed by live followed by tea/coffee will be served in the restaurant, and
entertainment. entertainment will be provided each evening.
FRIDAY – After a final breakfast we depart the hotel and head to Rosslare Complimentary access is provided to the Waterfront Leisure Centre
for our ferry back to Fishguard, before continuing towards home with which is opposite the hotel with an indoor pool, gym and sauna.
comfort stops en route.
All en suite rooms are beautifully decorated offering exceptional
comfort, hairdryer, TV, tea/coffee making facilities and Wi-Fi. There is
PRICE INCLUDES also a lift.
• Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• Porterage • Welcome tea/coffee on arrival FURTHER INFORMATION
• Hotel Entertainment • Excursions as detailed Price based on 2 people sharing a room
• Return Ferry Crossing Single Supplement: £77
12Southport, Liverpool & Bournemouth
Compton Acres & Vintage
Brilliant Blackpool Cream Tea Cruise
3 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£275
PER PERSON
£340
PER PERSON
5 DAYS 5 DAYS
MONDAY 22 - FRIDAY 26 JUNE MONDAY 29 JUNE - FRIDAY 3 JULY
Southport, ‘England’s Classic Resort’, where you will find Bournemouth is a resort with many things to do: it has a
glorious sandy beaches, panoramic seafront and a Victorian bustling high street, a wide range of cafes, restaurants and
Pier. Described as sophisticated, cosmopolitan and vibrant, bars, a stunning coastline to explore and 2,000 acres of
Southport is the perfect place to enjoy a traditional beautiful park and gardens.
British seaside break, with all the modern amenities you The sheltered bay offers beautiful vistas and on a clear day
would expect. you can see The Needles on the Isle of Wight and Old Harry’s
Rock over in the Purbecks.
Itinerary Itinerary
MONDAY – We make our way to our hotel in Southport, stopping off en
MONDAY – We travel to Bournemouth stopping off en route in Dorchester,
route at Gloucester Quays & Docks, with time for a browse. We arrive a beautiful town with many museums, attractions and shops.
at the hotel with time to settle in and relax before our evening meal.
TUESDAY - After breakfast we make our way to the seaside town of
TUESDAY – After breakfast we Weymouth. You might like to relax in a deck chair along the promenade,
board the coach and take a full head in to the town centre for some retail therapy, venture to the
day trip to Liverpool. This city Brewers Quay area which is stunning, or even visit Portland.
has much to offer with
unique attractions, a beautiful WEDNESDAY – You have a free day today to relax and explore
waterfront, stunning parks and Bournemouth at your leisure.
more museums and galleries than THURSDAY – Today we visit Compton Acres which is recognised as one
any other city in the UK outside of of the most important ornamental gardens in England. The garden has
the capital. 5 main themed gardens joined by a series of links including a sub-tropical
area, Southern Hemisphere collection and a Hosta Walk. We continue
WEDNESDAY – Today is a free day
the day onto Poole where we board the Dorset Queen, a 1938 vintage
to relax and explore Southport or
motor yacht and a former volunteer boat at the Dunkirk rescue missions,
further afield at your leisure. You may like to enjoy the beautiful pier,
for a 90 minute Vintage Cruise passing Millionaires’ Row, Brownsea
stunning coastal views or the tranquil gardens and woodlands. There
Castle and the five islands within Poole Harbour. Whilst we sit back and
are also plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes. enjoy the cruise we will be served a delicious Dorset Cream Tea.
THURSDAY – We spend the day in Blackpool today, Britain’s biggest and FRIDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel and make a leisurely
brightest seaside resort. There is something for everyone here journey homewards, stopping en route in Taunton with time for lunch
including The Tower, The Golden Mile, Pleasure beach and trio of piers, and a browse, arriving home late afternoon.
and many restaurants and cafes.
FRIDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel for our journey towards
home with a stop along the way at Webbs, Wychbold with time for lunch Your Hotel: Suncliff Hotel, Bournemouth HHH
and a browse, before arriving back for early evening. We are very pleased to return to this renowned three star, seafront
hotel, with a well-deserved reputation for excellent service and good
fresh food. It offers guests total relaxation and is only a few minutes’
Your Hotel: Prince of Wales Hotel, Southport HHH walk from Bournemouth’s vibrant centre with its cafe society, superb
shopping and beautiful gardens.
This elegant building with landscaped gardens is a beautiful reminder
of Britain’s Victorian heritage: the reception, lounge area and Many of the en suite bedrooms offer stunning sea views, balconies &
bedrooms offer many modern luxuries, whilst the decoration has been terraces, and all have TV, hair dryer, & tea/coffee making facilities.
preserved in keeping with the stylish character of the building. There are plenty of public areas where you can relax, enjoy a pot of tea,
cocktail or light lunch. The Atlantis Restaurant offers a warm
All en suite bedrooms have TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee atmosphere and cuisine cooked from local, fresh produce, a three
making facilities and there is a lift to all floors. Wi-Fi is free of charge course dinner with choice of menu and a full hot & cold buffet breakfast.
in public areas. The indoor leisure complex offers an indoor swimming pool and sauna.
The Colonial restaurant serves a delicious buffet breakfast and evening Lift to all floors.
dinner and the clubhouse bar offers a nice place to relax.
PRICE INCLUDES FURTHER
PRICE INCLUDES
FURTHER INFORMATION • Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, INFORMATION
Price based on 2 people Bed & Breakfast • Hotel Entertainment Price based on 2 people
• Executive Coach Travel sharing a room • Excursions as detailed including: Compton sharing a room
• 4 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Single Supplement: Acres Gardens, 90 Minute Vintage Cruise on Single Supplement:
• Excursions as detailed None on 4 rooms then £80 board the Dorset Queen with Cream Tea None on first 5 rooms
13Hampton Court Flower North Wales & Cheshire
Show & RHS Garden Wisley Boats, Steam Train and a Cream Tea
4 STAR 3 STAR
HOTEL HOTEL
£250
PER PERSON
£330
PER PERSON
3 DAYS 5 DAYS
FRIDAY 10 - SUNDAY 12 JULY MONDAY 27 - FRIDAY 31 JULY
Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest annual North Wales is filled with dramatic scenery, a spectacular
flower show in the World and is run by the Royal Horticultural coastline, heritage and culture.
Society. The show features show gardens, floral marquees Llandudno is Wales’ largest resort and is one of Britain’s finest
and pavilions, talks and demonstrations. Victorian seaside resorts. Its long crescent promenade, wide
RHS Garden Wisley was founded more than 100 years ago, shopping streets, sweeping sands and wealth of attractions
and is the oldest and most diverse of the RHS Gardens: its make it a perfect place to visit.
collections include cultivated plants of national
significance. Itinerary
MONDAY – We make a leisurely journey to our hotel in North Wales with
comfort stops along the way, arriving at the hotel for a welcome
tea/coffee and Bara Brith (a traditional Welsh fruit loaf), with time to settle
Itinerary in before dinner.
FRIDAY – We travel to our hotel in Heathrow stopping en route with time TUESDAY – Today we take a 2 hour horse-drawn boat trip from Llangollen
for you to have refreshments and lunch, arriving at the hotel with time Wharf. Take in the splendour of Thomas Telford’s Horseshoe Falls at the
to settle in before dinner. head of the canal, and the newly restored Chain Bridge at Berwyn.
SATURDAY – After breakfast, we take a full day visit to the Hampton Afterwards we have some free time in Llangollen with its astonishing
Court Flower Show, the World’s largest annual flower show stretching range of shops, cafes and restaurant before our Steam Train ride on the
over 34 acres. You can enjoy the Show Gardens, the Rose Marquee, Llangollen Railway, travelling through the Dee valley to the lovely town of
Floral Marquee, and plant pavilions, with a variety of talks, Corwen.
demonstrations and exhibits in an unforgettable setting. WEDNESDAY – We take a full day tour to Llandudno today, Wales’ largest
holiday resort. This beautiful town has kept its Victorian and Edwardian
SUNDAY – Today we depart the hotel after breakfast and make a visit to
elegance despite its many modern attractions.
RHS Garden Wisley, with 240 acres to explore. It offers a beautiful and
relaxing experience with THURSDAY – We start the day with a visit to Chester, which has the most
the majestic beauty of the complete city walls, oldest racecourse and largest Roman Amphitheatre
glasshouse, the stunning in Britain, plus a 1,000-year-old cathedral. In the afternoon we step aboard
rock garden, and delightful the ‘Mark Twain’ or the ‘Lady Diana’ boat for a two hour cruise, passing by
the Heronbridge Roman Site, Eccleston Ferry House, the Eaton Estate
mixed borders. It also
and under the ornate Aldford Iron Bridge. The cruise includes a full
houses one of the largest
sightseeing commentary and a delicious cream tea.
plant collections in the
World. We depart at 4pm FRIDAY – After breakfast we depart the hotel for the journey home,
for our journey home, stopping en route in Hereford with time to explore and have lunch.
arriving back for late Arriving home late afternoon.
evening.
Your Hotel: Beaufort Park Hotel HHH
This 3 star hotel is independently run and is set in the attractive North
Your Hotel: Holiday Inn Heathrow HHHH Wales countryside, close to the market town of Mold.
This modern and comfortable hotel is conveniently situated 1 mile from All comfortable en suite bedrooms have TV, telephone, tea/coffee
Heathrow. making facilities, hairdryer, trouser press and free Wi-Fi. The bedrooms
are situated on the ground and first floor (first floor rooms are accessed
A buffet-style breakfast and dinner will be served in the Seasons by one flight of stairs). The Orchard restaurant is relaxing and inviting
restaurant: there is also the newly refurbished T6 bar, restaurant and and will serve our delicious breakfast and evening meals using the best
alfresco terrace, and a gym. local produce. The Arches Bar provides a nice atmosphere in which to
All stylish en suite bedrooms have a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making unwind at the end of the day and maybe enjoy your favourite tipple.
facilities. A lift serves all floors.
PRICE INCLUDES
PRICE INCLUDES
• Executive Coach Travel • 4 Nights Dinner, FURTHER
Bed & Breakfast • Porterage INFORMATION
• Executive Coach Travel FURTHER INFORMATION
• Tea/Coffee & Bara Brith on arrival Price based on 2 people
• 2 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Price based on 2 people
• Excursions as detailed including: sharing a room
• Excursions as detailed including: sharing a room
2 Hour Horse-Drawn Boat Trip Single Supplement: None
Entrance to Hampton Court Flower Show Single Supplement: £34 Llangollen Railway Steam Train ride on 5 rooms then £68
Entrance to RHS Garden Wisley 2 Hour Iron Bridge Cruise & Cream Tea
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