A Grand Tour… through
the highlands of Scotland - Pitlochry, Fort
William & Oban
Thursday 3rd April - 5 days ~ 4 nights
This short break truly takes us through the Highlands. The outward journey
is over The Forth Bridge, for a first night stop at Dunfermline. Our second
day sees us continuing northwards for a short stop at Pitlochry, and then
calling at Blair Castle. We then travel through Glen Spean, past Loch
Laggan - Monarch of the Glen country - to enter the Great Glen at Spean
Bridge before arriving at our Hotel at Fort William, our base for three
nights. From our base we make a foray to the west coast to visit the picturesque
little harbour at Seil Island before enjoying a few hours in Oban. On
our day in Fort William the coach will be visiting a number of local attractions
on one of our popular ‘bit’s and pieces’ tours where
you ‘do your own thing’ joining the coach to visit the places
of your choice. Our return journey will be through Glen Coe and passing
Callandar and then home via the motorway network.
Your hotels:
The Croit Anna, Fort William is a popular hotel on the outskirts of the
town, with magnificent views over Loch Linnhe. All rooms are en suite
and contain hospitality trays. There is entertainment on most nights.
The hotel does not have a lift, but there are some low floor rooms available
on request. Our stay is on a half board basis.
The Pitbauchlie, Dunfermline is a family run hotel set in its own ornate
gardens, lawns and wooded grounds. All rooms are en suite and include
satellite TV, trouser press & hospitality tray. Our stay is on a half
board basis.
Our comment:
Our hotel at Fort William is an old favourite and ideally located for
a selection of tours of mid Scotland. This visit is however, different,
taking in both the mid and the western highlands, but still managing to
visit one or two of your favourite locations.
Included in your holiday cost: All coaching and four nights accommodation
as described. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £180.00
Per Person sharing a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Carlisle Settle Leeds Railway
- and Lake District Weekend
Saturday 12th April - 2 days ~1 night
Our outward journey will be via Skipton and into the southern Lake District,
stopping for a short break at Windermere. Time permitting this will be
followed by a stop for afternoon tea at Rheged, the ‘Village in
the Hill’. It is then onto our hotel to settle before dinner. On
Sunday morning there will be time to have a stroll around Carlisle, possibly
visiting the castle, before we all meet at the station to join the mid-day
train traveling over the picturesque Settle line to Leeds, where our coach
will be waiting to return us home.
Your hotel: The Holiday Inn, Carlisle,
situated just outside the town. All rooms are en suite and include the
usual refinements, including hospitality tray. There is an indoor swimming
pool. Your stay will be on a half board basis.
Included in your holiday cost: All coaching and accommodation as described,
railway fare and Travel Insurance.
Cost: £90.00 Per Person sharing a
twin room (£10 Single Supplement)
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Criccieth - Welsh Spectacular
Friday 2nd May (Bank Holiday Weekend) - 4 days
~ 3 nights
Criccieth is an attractive unspoilt resort on the shores of Cardigan
Bay, known as “The Pearl of Wales” with its two fine bays
divided by the 13th century castle. During our holiday we shall enjoy
a visit to Portmerion The Italianate Coastal Village, famous for its exquisite
pottery as well as taking a journey on the famous Ffestiniog Steam Railway
across the Welsh Mountain range of Snowdonia.
Your hotel: The George IV Hotel is a grade
II listed building with charm and character. A family run hotel that offers
a friendly welcome combined with traditional Welsh cuisine, including
the “Taste of Wales dinner”. All rooms are en-suite and there
is a lift to the 1st & 2nd floors. There is also wheelchair access
available at this hotel.
Our comment: The terrain on this holiday may be slightly hilly and the
hotel only has a lift to some of the floors. The scenery promises to be
spectacular and offers a true taste of Wales at it’s best!
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel, three nights half board accommodation, admission charge to Portmeirion
and Ffestiniog Railway fare. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £160.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Isle of Man
Monday 12th May - 5 days ~ 4 nights
This tour to the very beautiful Isle of Man, includes admission to the
wonderful “House of Manannan” an attraction graphically illustrating
the story, myths, legends and history of Mann. Other places featured in
our excursions include Peel - with its fortress castle, pleasant Ramsey,
Laxey - which is home to the largest water wheel in the world, the historic
parliament site at Tynwald and of course the famous TT motorcycle track
around the island. Allowing free time to spend in Douglas, this remarkable
town is on the seafront with its enchanting horse drawn trams, shopping
centre and museums. Our journeys to & from the Island are via the
new ferry from Heysham, near Morcambe. Our own coach travels on the ferry
and stays with the tour for the duration of the holiday.
Your hotel: Hilton Isle of Man Casino Hotel,
offers three star accommodation with all en-suite bedrooms, colour TV,
telephones and refreshment trays. It is situated on the Central Promenade
and overlooks Douglas Bay. It boasts a health club with swimming pool,
spa, sauna, steam room, solarium and two gyms. It has a Casino complete
with Roulette, Blackjack, Stud Poker, Brag and 150 Vegas style slot machines.
It also has a hairdressers and beauty therapy. Our stay is on a half board
basis.
Our comment: This is a holiday of discovery,
offering a chance to explore a very “continental style” way
of life close to our own shores. There is a passenger lift to all floors
at the hotel.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel and ferry fares. Admissions to the Laxey Wheel, Peal Museum and
a Guided Tour of the Island. Four nights half board accommodation and
Travel Insurance.
Cost: £295.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£60 Single Supplement)
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Kent & Romney Marshes Railway
Friday 23rd May (Bank Holiday Weekend) - 4 days
~ 3 nights
Including Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Romney Hythe & Dymchurch
Railway. We travel south, visiting the ‘Cottage in the Woods’,
that hides the massive three story Government Nuclear Bunker, with all
the facilities to house up to 300 people, including the Prime Minister
and other Senior Ministers, for a period of 6 months in the event of an
emergency. Our two full days in Kent includes a visit to the Romney Hythe
& Dymchurch ~ Railway running some 13 miles along the coastline. We
also visit the magnificent Leeds Castle and Canterbury. On our return
journey we make our way into South East London to visit Greenwich and
the Thames Flood Barrier.
Your hotel: The Ramada Jarvis Hotel, standing
in its own landscaped gardens just outside Maidstone. All rooms are en-suite
with the usual facilities, including hospitality trays. It has a full
leisure centre including indoor swimming pool sauna, spa bath, steam room,
health and beauty salon, hair studio. Outdoors there is an 18 hole putting
green, 9 hole pitch and putt, floodlit tennis courts and facilities for
many other sports. Our stay will be on a half board basis.
Our Comment: – A chance to spend
a little time in the “Garden of England”, a county that is
so often missed out of tour itineraries.
Included in your holiday cost: all coaching, accommodation on half-board
basis and your Travel Insurance. Also included are admissions to Nuclear
Bunker, Leeds Castle and Railway fare.
Cost: £175.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£45.00 Single Supplement)
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The Coast & Countryside of Fife - Perth, St.Andrews
& Edinburgh. Including The International Festival Of The Sea
Friday 23rd May (Bank Holiday Weekend) - 6 days
~ 5 nights
Being based at Perth offers a wealth of opportunity to enjoy visiting
an area that has a tendency to be bypassed as holidaymakers make their
way to the Highlands. This holiday gives you a chance to visit Sterling,
with its magnificent castle, spend a day in Edinburgh and visit the Festival
of the Sea at the port of Leith, if you wish, enjoy an afternoon touring
the Trossachs as well as spending a day with a local guide around the
highways and bye-ways of the Kingdom of Fife. Fifeshire is a little visited
area unless you wish to enjoy the golf at the historic Royal Burgh of
St Andrews. You will travel through the quaint fishing villages of East
Neuk (eastern corner), past the west sands of St Andrews (location of
much of the filming of Chariots of Fire) and through to the silver sands
of Aberdour. The Fife countryside is a Kingdom for all seasons and our
spring visit is timed to enable you to enjoy the spring blossoms and colourful
hedgerows.
Your hotel: The Ramada Jarvis, Perth. Formerly
a 15th Century water mill, the hotel is right in the centre of Perth.
All rooms are en suite and include hospitality trays. Our stay is on a
Half Board basis.
Our comment: The very name ‘The Kingdom
of Fife’ signifies that this part of Scotland has always been at
the heart of Scottish history. In addition to the beautiful countryside
of fife and the Trossachs you will have an opportunity to visit the Sterling
Castle, the majestic Wallace Monument and the city of Edinburgh.
Included in your holiday cost: All coaching and accommodation as shown,
admission charges to The Festival of the Sea. Travel insurance.
Cost: £290.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£70 Single Supplement)
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Eastbourne & The Blue Bell Railway
Sunday 8th June - 6 days ~ 5 nights
A traditional seaside scene, with safe beaches fringing the tiered three-mile
promenade, complete with bandstand & pier. Eastbourne also offers
a traffic free shopping centre with markets, theatres, restaurants and
bars. Eastbourne boasts a mild climate and an excellent sunshine record.
It is in a fantastic location to tour the surrounding area, with our excursions
including The Blue Bell Railway and Sheffield Park Gardens, Hastings Rye
and Brighton.
Your hotel: The York House Hotel is a three
star family run establishment with traditional Victorian architecture,
and a stunning sea front position, just 500 yards from the pier and a
stones throw from the beach! It has 93 attractively furnished bedrooms,
all en-suite with televisions, telephones and refreshment trays. It also
boasts a games room, indoor heated swimming pool, open-air sun veranda
and entertainment most evenings.
Our comment: This is an ever-popular resort,
and one which we have used previously for the last three years. Eastbourne
is predominantly flat and rates highly with those who suffer from walking
difficulties.
Included in your holiday cost: Five nights
half-board accommodation, all coach travel, including the excursions as
described, fare for the Blue Bell Railway & Travel Insurance.
Cost: £290.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Torquay - The English Riviera
Sunday 6th July - 6 days ~ 5 nights
Since we have been using the Victoria Hotel in Torquay it has become
one of our most popular, unanimously praised by our clients. Torquay is
rightly named the English Riviera because of it’s mild climate and
host of exotic plants. With a busy town centre and harbour area by day
and illuminated promenade and active theatre scene by night, Torquay offers
a truly memorable holiday. Brixham which boasts one of Britain’s
most beautiful harbours, historic Dartmouth and Buckfast Abbey all feature
as part of our touring programme whilst staying in Torquay.
Your hotel: Victoria Hotel is part of the
TLH Leisure Resort Group, two star rated and offering 92 en-suite rooms,
tea/coffee making facilities, colour TV and telephones in all bedrooms.
The complex also offers an indoor & two outdoor swimming pools, Hair
& Beauty Salon, Carteret Ballroom and nightly entertainment.
Our comment: Torquay, whilst having a flat
promenade is quite inclined in places and our hotel is located on a slight
hill just up from the seafront. The hotel does have a passenger lift to
all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: Five nights
half-board accommodation, all coach travel including two full days and
one half day excursions to Brixham & Dartmouth, Plymouth and Buckfast
Abbey. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £290.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£75 Single Supplement)
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Hampton Court Palace Flower Show - and RHS Wisley
Gardens
Friday 11th July - 3 days ~ 2 nights
One of Britain’s best loved gardening events, set in almost 30
acres of Royal Parkland. Hampton Court flower Show is a huge show and
celebrates the finest in gardens, plants and all things horticultural.
It is one of the biggest and most spacious events of its kind and features
thousands of plants and flowers from around the world. We also include
a visit to the RHS Wisley Gardens, one of the most popular of all the
Royal Horticultural Societies Gardens in the south. By contrast, on our
outward journey we pay a visit to Guildford, allowing an opportunity to
see the stunning Cathedral.
Your hotel: Ramarda Jarvis Farnham, Guildford
is set high on the Hog’s Back Ridge, and is fully equipped with
modern facilities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room,
spa, health & beauty salon & gymnasium. All bedrooms offer the
usual refinements including hospitality trays, and a passenger lift to
all floors.
Our comment: A chance to stroll the flower
show, with the full day to spend on site on the Saturday, so there’s
no need to rush. There will be a considerable amount of walking. The hotel
has a passenger lift to all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel, two nights half board accommodation, admission into Hampton Court
Flower Show and RHS Wisley. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £135.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£30 Single Supplement)
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Murder Mystery Weekend
Friday 25th July - 3 days ~ 2 nights
A weekend break with a difference! - Staying at the Peterborough Moat
House Hotel and enjoying visits to Ely & Cambridge. We also take a
ride on the steam railway at Nene Valley. However, whilst dinning in the
comfort of our hotel, events take a sinister turn as a murder is witnessed
and everyone must remain in order for the “cluedo” game to
begin!! As we watch a series of short acts on the stage the murder mystery
play reveals the clues and we are given the opportunity to play detective!
Your hotel: The Peterborough Moat House
Hotel. This hotel offers all the comforts you need. Each well equipped
bedroom has a private bathroom, television, radio, private dial-out telephone,
garment press, hairdryer and hospitality tray. It also boasts a leisure
club complete with swimming pool, gym, sauna, solaria and spa.
Our comment: A fun weekend that involves
as much or as little involvement as you wish to make. The touring programme
reveals a truly lovely part of the country which is often completely missed.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel, two nights half-board accommodation at the hotel, Nene Valley
Railway fare, Entertainment package and Travel Insurance.
Cost: £125.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£24 Single Supplement)
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Southern Ireland - The Ring of Kerry
Sunday 27th July - 7 days ~ 6 nights
A true welcome to the emerald isle. Traveling on the HSS fast ferry
from Holyhead to Dun Loghaire, a journey of just under 2 hours, we arrive
to spend the first night in mid Ireland. During the course of the next
six days we will visit many of the well known Irish sights, starting with
the Bunratty Folk Park, just to the north of Limerick Town, which introduces
us to the traditional Ireland. Here staff, dressed in traditional costumes,
illustrates the Irish way of life over the past couple of centuries. It
is then through to the southwest via Castleisland to Killarney, our base
for the next four nights. As well as a day to enjoy this picturesque town,
tours will include The Ring of Kerry, and South over the Caha Mountains
to visit the little town of Glengarrif on the shores of Bantry Bay. Leaving
the southwest we will journey past cork to Waterford, for our final night
in Ireland, visiting the famous Crystal Factory and Blarney Castle on
the way. The final day’s drive will be through the beautiful south
eastern countryside, including, if time permits, a visit to Avoca, the
Ballykissangel village, en route; before we re-join the ferry for the
homeward journey.
Our comment: An introduction to Southern
Ireland that offers you the opportunity to visit this friendly and picturesque
country, staying in excellent hotels with a well planned itinerary.
Your hotels: Sunday - THE ABBEY COURT HOTEL,
Dublin Road, Nenagh, County Tipperary. This hotel is sited a short walking
distance from the little country town of Nenagh, having been built about
fours years ago.
Monday to Thursday - THE GLENEAGLES HOTEL, Killarney, County Kerry. This
hotel is sited on the Mucross Road, overlooking the Macgillycuddy’s
Reeks, the hills that form the centerpiece of the Kerry peninsular. It
is a mile or so from the town. It has both quiet and entertainment bars
and enjoys full leisure facilities, including swimming pool & Golf.
Friday – GRANVILLE HOTEL, Waterford is a four-star family run hotel,
over looking the River Suir in the heart of Waterford city. It has 100
en-suite rooms featuring T.V’s, Radio’s, Hairdryer and Trouser
Press.
Note – All accommodation is in en suite bedrooms and is on a half
board basis.
Included in your holiday cost: all coaching
and accommodation as shown, ferry crossings and admissions to Bunratty
Folk Park and Waterford Crystal Factory Tour. It also includes your Travel
Insurance. *Please note it does not include admission to Blarney Castle.
Cost: £425.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£75 Single Supplement)
Note: Passports are not required for UK
citizens visiting the Republic of Ireland
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St Annes On Sea & The Flyde Coast
Monday 4th August - 5 days ~ 4 nights
A summer holiday visit to one of our favourite hotels and coastal resort.
St Annes on Sea offers a tranquil location with the beautiful Ashton Gardens
facing our accommodation, and the hustle and bustle of Blackpool is just
a short but safe distance away. On this holiday we shall venture into
the Lake District for a scenic tour through the Kirkstone Pass and onto
Penrith, a day out at the Victorian seaside resort of Southport and of
course allowing freetime in both St Annes and Blackpool including a visit
to the famous Clevelys Market.
Your hotel: The Langdales Hotel is a family
run hotel occupying a marvellous position overlooking Ashton Gardens.
The beach, indoor swimming pool, pier and shopping centre are all within
a few minutes walking distance. The hotel itself offers good traditional
home cooked generous meals with a superb choice of menu. All bedrooms
are attractively decorated and furnished with en-suite facilities, hospitality
trays, colour TV, telephone, hairdryer and radio. The hotel also has a
licensed bar, a ballroom, snooker room, conservatory and a passenger lift
to all floors.
Our comment: A traditional holiday staying
at a family run and caring hotel with an itinerary that allows the chance
to see the area at a comfortable and unrushed pace. The hotel has a passenger
lift to all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: Four nights
half board accommodation, all coach travel and excursions as described
& Travel Insurance.
Cost: £190.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No single Supplement)
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Edinburgh Tattoo
Friday 8th August - 3 days ~ 2 nights
The spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo is held each year on the Esplanade
of the cities magnificent Castle, with world famous bands and marching
displays from all over the globe. We have free time to explore the Scottish
Capital; Edinburgh, and the coach then takes us up to the Castle for the
evening performance of the Tattoo. The outward and return journeys include
visits to the picturesque town of Moffatt and the legendary Gretna Green.
Your hotel: Normandy Hotel, Glasgow Airport, Glasgow has 141 guest bedrooms
with a full range of facilities. All include en-suite bathroom/shower,
colour TV, hairdryer, garment press, refreshment facilities and telephones.
Our comment: Edinburgh is of course built
on a hill and the Tattoo Grandstand does present a considerable number
of cobbles and steps to climb for your seat.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel. Mid-price range seats to the Tattoo on Saturday evening and two
nights accommodation at the hotel. The first night is on a half-board
basis and the second night is bed & full breakfast only. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £140.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£15 Single Supplement)
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Warner's Luxury Littlecote House & The Cotswolds
Monday 11th August5 days ~ 4 nights
Set in the heart of beautiful Berkshire, this grade 1 listed Tudor mansion
oozes history, having been excellently restored to offer every convenience
of the 21st century. The complex offers an indoor swimming pool, a range
of health and beauty treatments, bowls, tennis, archery and croquet. There
is superb evening entertainment and a relaxing bar, lounge and exquisite
restaurant.
During our holiday we allow time to relax and enjoy the many facilities
on offer at our luxury mansion base, and also include a full days tour
of the Cotswolds and Bleinham Palace and a visit to Stonehenge and the
Historic city of Salisbury.
Your hotel: Warners Littlecote House offers
four star standard ambassador accommodation well furnished en-suite bedrooms.
Colour TV, hair dryer, radio and tea/coffee making facilities are in included.
Our stay is on a half board basis with full Breakfasts and three course
Dinners.
Our comment: A truly luxurious break in a magnificent setting. This tour
ensures to be very relaxing, offering the chance to do as much or as little
as you like! There is a lift to all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel, four nights half board accommodation as described. Admission to
Bleinham Palace and Travel Insurance.
Cost: £320.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Outer Hebridees "Harris & Lewis"
Tuesday 12th August - 6 days ~ 5 nights
Escape over the seas to the Outer Hebrides – the islands of Lewis
and Harris; islands that have for countless years protected western Scotland
from the whole gambit of the North Atlantic weather. Our journey will
take us to visit the communities of these western isles where the friendly
people live an isolated and uncomplicated way of life. Stornaway, the
administrative and main shopping centre, will be our base whilst on the
islands. We will tour the Isle of Lewis, an island virtually treeless
and made up of peat moorlands, grey rocks, sheer cliffs and lochans, but
nevertheless full of interest. We will also visit the Isle of Harris,
traveling through rocky ‘moonscape’ like scenery. The northern
area of Harris is mountainous and rugged and the eastern area bare and
rocky. The superb beaches on its western coast are a sight to behold.
You may recall the recent TV series ‘Castaways’ whose island
home for twelve months is just off the west coast and well within sight
of this part of our tour.
Whilst on the islands we will be on a local coach, accompanied by a local
guide, who will take us to most of the points of interest, including The
Butt of Lewis, with its isolated lighthouse, The Trushal Stone and The
Standing Stones of Callandish, as well as on a tour of the Harris Tweed
Factory.
On both the first and last day of our holiday we will overnight in the
Highland capital of Inverness, staying at The Palace Milton Hotel, which
looks across the River Ness to the castle. Our journey to the islands
will be by boat between Ullapool to Stornaway on both outward and return
journey; visiting the gardens at Inverewe before boarding the boat on
the outward journey. On Saturday we return to the mainland, where our
Radley Holiday coach will meet us at Ullapool, to transfer us for our
final night at our Inverness hotel, before returning home on Sunday.
Our comment: This will give a great opportunity
to visit an area of Great Britain that is a community of its own. Visiting
some remarkable pre-historic sites. The islands, which depend almost entirely
upon crafting, fishing, tweed production and tourism, are noted for their
strong Gaelic language and cultural traditions.
Your hotels: THE CABARFEIDH HOTEL Stornaway
is known as the islands finest hotel. It is set on the outskirts of Stornaway
in its own 8 acres of attractive gardens. It overlooks the historic Lews
Castle grounds and the town’s golf course. All rooms are en suite
well equipped and include hospitality trays, trouser press and multi-channel
TV. Our stay will be on a half board basis.
PALACE MILTON HOTEL, Inverness Situated on the banks of the River Ness,
just over the river from The Castle. It is just a few minutes walk into
the centre of the city, with its abundance of shops and museums. All rooms
are en suite with hospitality tray. There is a full modern leisure centre
that includes a 50 ft indoor heated swimming pool. Our stay will be on
a half board basis.
Included in your holiday cost: All coaching,
accommodation and tours as described, admission to Inverewe Gardens and
the services of a local Hebridean Guide. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £375.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£44 Single Supplement)
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The Highlands …and Northwards! - Inverness,
Inverewe Gardens, John O'Groats & The Queen Mothers' "Castle
of Mey"
Tuesday 12th August - 6 days ~ 5 nights
This holiday gives you the opportunity to explore the northernmost reaches
of Scotland. We have a free day in the city of Inverness and a day visiting
the West coast, which takes us past Gairloch on our way to the famous
Inverewe Gardens and Ullapool. We will enjoy a days excursion to the Caithness
coast, the most remote shore-line on the mainland, visiting Thurso, a
small resort located in Thurso Bay, Dunnet Head the most northerly point
of Scotland, John O’Groats, Wick and the favourite home of the late
Queen Mother, The Castle of Mey.** We have a day touring along the southern
shore of the Murray Firth, passing Culloden and visiting Nairn.
Your hotel: Palace Milton Hotel, Inverness,
is situated on the banks of the River Ness, just over the river from The
Castle. It is just a few minutes walk into the centre of the city, with
its abundance of shops and museums. All rooms are en suite with hospitality
trays. There is a full modern leisure centre that includes a 50 ft indoor
heated swimming pool. Our stay will be on a half board basis.
Our comment: Over the years we have had
requests to visit this part of Scotland, an area with its own remote beauty,
and with many points of isolated interest. Inverewe Gardens is said to
be one of the most beautiful places in Scotland, an oasis of exotic plants,
bursting with vibrant colour – all of this on latitude more northerly
than Moscow. The key being the availability of the Gulf Stream, a warm
Atlantic current that flows along the west coast of Scotland.
** The Castle of Mey will be open to the public through the major part
of the Summer season, however, we have been advised that access to the
castle will not be available should any members of the Royal Family decide
to visit – dates of such visits are not usually announced in advance.
Included in your holiday cost: All Coach
Travel, five nights half-board accommodation, admission charges to Inverewe
Gardens & The Castle of Mey. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £325.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£50 Single Supplement)
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Llandrindod Wells - Welsh Victorian Weekend - including
the picturesque countryside of mid wales
Saturday 23rd August (Bank Holiday Weekend) -
4 days ~ 3 nights
A colourful weekend in Mid Wales, we will be in Llandrindod Wells for
the climax of their Annual Victorian Week. The town and the shops are
suitably ‘dressed’ as are many of the town’s folk as
they enjoy the street entertainment, craft stalls, Victorian fair rides,
indeed the town’s main street is closed to cater for the festivities.
The festivities culminate with a magnificent firework display over the
lake on Sunday night. Monday we will enjoy a tour around mid Wales, including
the picturesque Eden Valley, as we make our way to the coast at Aberystwith,
paying a visit to the Devil’s Bridge on the way. On Tuesday we will
have a late morning start from Llandrindod and travel via Welshpool on
our journey home.
Our comment: The Hotel is itself a feast
of Victoriana with flower bedecked veranda out to the street, castle like
turrets and is owned and operated by the founding family that has taken
a pride providing comfort, enjoyment and good food to their guests for
the past 100 years. The hotel is set opposite the green on which much
of the festivities take place. There is a passenger lift at the hotel.
Hotel: The Metropole Hotel is set on the
main street in the centre of this traditional Victorian town in the Heart
of Wales. All rooms are en-suite and are decorated and furnished to a
high standard. There are full leisure facilities contained in a Victorian
style conservatory with an air temperature maintained at a constant comfortable
setting. The 18-metre swimming pool is a haven for relaxation. In addition
there is a whirlpool, steam room and sauna as well as mini gym equipment.
A passenger lift serves all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel and excursions, accommodation on a half board basis and Travel
Insurance.
Cost: £180.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£30 Single Supplement)
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Lee Bay & North Devon
Monday 8th September - 5 days ~ 4 nights
Lee Bay is situated in a peaceful secluded combe, called the Valley
of Fuchsias. The coast surrounding is mostly owned by the National Trust
and is spectacularly rugged, with lovely footways along the cliff top
paths to stroll. Illfracombe & Woolacombe are the nearest larges resorts,
just a few miles along the coastline and the Exmoor National Park is not
far away. The hotel itself is located in the bay, with a pretty winding
drive down a single-track road leading to the complex. During our stay,
as well as paying a visit to Ilfracombe, and touring Exmoor, we take a
ride through Lynton & Lymouth, with it’s famous cliff edge water
powered railway system.
Your hotel: The Lee Bay Hotel is rated
three star and is set in twenty-five acres of beautiful gardens. All bedrooms
are en-suite with TV’s and tea/coffee facilities. There is also
an indoor and outdoor swimming pool. Our stay is on a half board basis.
Our comment: A lovely hotel set in a remote
but magnificent location. There can be as much or as little exercise as
you wish, with some very pretty walks available to those able. There is
no lift at the hotel and most bedrooms are on the first floor.
Included in your holiday cost: All coach
travel including excursions. Four nights half board accommodation &
Travel Insurance.
Cost: £195.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Bath & Bristol Weekend
Friday 19th September - 4 days ~ 3 nights
Bath is famous for it’s hot healing springs and was prosperous
in Roman times for it’s natural beauty. Centuries later it was transformed
into an elegant city of golden stone, creating a combination of Georgian
& Roman splendour admired today by all who visit this “living
museum” . The bustling town of Bristol also has much to offer including
the Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Maritime Museum and
SS Great Britain, and not forgetting what Bristol is famous for….Harvey’s
Bristol Cream Sherry!!
Your hotel: Ramada Plaza Hotel is situated
in the centre of Bristol and this modern hotel is in a top class location
for this tour. All bedrooms are en-suite and offer the usual refinements
including colour TV, telephone and refreshment tray. The hotel boasts
an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gymnasium. It also offers
a passenger lift to all floors.
Our comment: A relaxing weekend at a lovely
hotel, with tours that offer a taste of history and adventure! The hotel
has a passenger lift to all floors.
Included in your holiday cost: Three nights
half-board accommodation, all coach travel and excursions as described.
Travel Insurance. No admissions are included.
Cost: £150.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (£30 Single Supplement)
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Newquay & The Rugged Cornish Coast
Sunday 28th September - 6 days ~ 5 nights
Newquay is Cornwalls premier holiday resort boasting some of the finest
rugged coastline in Europe. Although well known as Britain’s surfing
capital, there are many other reasons for making Newquay your holiday
destination. The town is an ancient one “New-Quay” from which
the name was taken dates from around the early fifteenth century! During
our stay we shall visit the beautiful coastal towns of Looe, Polperro
and Mevagissey. There is also a half-day tour to Padstow, before returning
via Tintangel, the pretty village associated with the legends of King
Arthur.
Your hotel: Barrowfield Hotel, this hotel
is renowned as one of the finest hotels in the area the highest rated
in Newquay. Ideally located only 200 yards from the sea front and a short
level walk to the main shopping areas. All rooms are equipped with colour
TV’s, hospitality trays, telephone, hairdryer, trouser press and
complimentary toiletries. It also offers an excellent gymnasium, snooker
room, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, Jacuzzi, sauna & solarium;
a passenger’s lift serves all floors.
Our comment: Newquay is quite hilly in
places, although our hotel is situated on the flat with easy walking routes
close by. There is a passenger lift at the hotel. This area of Cornwall
excels with natural beauty.
Included in your holiday cost: Five nights
half board accommodation, all coach travel & excursions. Travel Insurance.
Cost: £260.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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Tyndale Variety Show
Sunday 5th October - 5 days ~ 4 nights
The largest resort in Wales, Llandudno lies in a magnificent curving
bay, flanked on the west by the Great Orme, a massive 700ft Headland from
where there are wonderful views of Snowdonia. During our stay we shall
enjoy excursions to Betwys-y-Coed, Anglesey, Rhyl & Prestatyn, also
allowing free time to spend in the Victorian town of Llandudno, with it’s
wide range of shops, many of which still boast the original Victorian
covered walkways. Our February date offers an extra value winter break
complete with entertainment and excursions around this beautiful part
of North Wales. Our October Variety Show break also includes fabulous
live entertainment every evening, featuring cabaret and lively nighttime
sing-alongs with finger buffets, horse racing on the big screen and cash
bingo!
Your hotel: Tynedale Hotel, 3 star family run establishment in central
position ensures easy access to all the local amenities. The hotel itself
offers a passenger lift to all floors and all 56 bedrooms are en-suite
with hospitality tray, colour TV, hairdryer, and trouser press.
Our comment: Llandudno is predominantly
flat with the exception of the Great Orme and our hotel has a passenger
lift to all floors. Both of these tours offer exceptional value for money.
Included in your holiday cost: Four nights
half board accommodation and afternoon tea on the day of arrival, entertainment
each evening. All tours as described and Travel Insurance.
Cost: October £190.00 Per Person sharing
a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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St Annes On Sea & The Blackpool Illuminations
Friday 24th October - 4 days ~ 3 nights
This short break allows time to explore the vibrant Lancashire coast
as well as enjoying a day touring the beautiful Lake District. We can
spend a full day in Blackpool or visit the very interesting Victorian
town of Southport. During the course of our stay, on one evening the coach
will take us along the seafront to experience the magnificent illuminations!
All of this but with the advantage of staying at a hotel set in the peace
and tranquillity of St Annes on Sea, a few miles to the south of Blackpool.
Your hotel: The Langdales Hotel is a family
run hotel occupying a marvellous position overlooking Ashton Gardens.
The beach, indoor swimming pool, pier and shopping centre are all within
a few minutes walking distance. The hotel itself offers good traditional
home cooked generous meals with a superb choice of menu. All bedrooms
are attractively decorated and furnished with en-suite facilities, hospitality
trays, colour TV, telephone, hairdryer and radio. The hotel also has a
licensed bar, a ballroom, snooker room, conservatory and a passenger lift
to all floors.
Our comment: A traditional holiday staying
at a family run and caring hotel with an itinerary that allows the chance
to see the area at a comfortable and unrushed pace. The hotel has a passenger
lift to all floors
Included in your holiday cost: Three nights
half board accommodation. All coach travel & Travel Insurance.
Cost: £170.00
Per Person sharing a twin room (No Single Supplement)
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