52 Degrees North Spring Summer 2019

SPRING • SUMMER APRIL - SEPTEMBER 2019

52° North Travel, Leisure & Recreation Guide

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL | GROUP & GUIDED TOURS | HOTELS | HOLIDAY PACKAGES DISTRIBUTED BY THE RAF LAKENHEATH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

www.baselets.co.uk Call Us on 01842 862 700

PROPERTY RENTALS Two Office Conveniently Located; One Outside Gate 2 of RAF Lakenheath and One Close to RAF Mildenhall Best Quality Homes that Comply with USAFE & FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED. UK Health & Safety Requirements Free Complimentary Service & Support to All Tenants Carrying Orders Free Transportation from Billeting to Viewings Wide Variety of Properties from New Builds to Traditional, Single and Duel Voltage Majority of Homes are Pet Friendly 48 CES Approved Tenancy Agreements with Military Break Clauses Over 68 years of Combined USAF Experience Scan Me with your smart phone!

FULLY LICENSED AGENCY MILDENHALL: 3, Holmsey Green, Beck Row, IP28 8AJ LAKENHEATH: 5 Shopping Center, Earls Field, Lakenheath, IP27 9RX

baseLETS – LEADING THE WAY FOR YOU

Contents TRAVEL CALENDARS....................................... 4-9 INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL (ITT) ITT Terms & Conditions & Office Info.........10-11 Attraction Tickets..............................................12 Family Days Out..........................................14-18 Around Britain.............................................20-24 Special Events.............................................25-31 Castles & Stately Homes.............................32-35 London - The Capital...................................36-38 Live Theater.................................................40-43 Sporting Events...........................................44-45 Adults Only..................................................46-47 OUTDOOR RECREATION (ODR) ODR Terms & Conditions & Office Info.......48-49 ODR Excursions & Adventures...................50-58

48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON Lt Col Kelli Moon, USAF Commander, 48th Force Support Squadron Maj Brett Harris Operations Officer, 48th Force Support Squadron

PLEASE CONTACT

ITT OR ODR FOR BOOKINGS Information, Tickets & Travel Comm: 01638 522979 DSN: 226-2979

Outdoor Recreation Comm: 01638 522146 DSN: 226-2146

MARKETING & PUBLICITY Ana Gonzalez.........................................Marketing Director Diana Steele...............................................Marketing Clerk Kimberly Porath-Oxley........................................................

Commercial Sponsorship Coordinator Alexandra Constantinou............Visual Information Specialist Dynasty Ballard........................Visual Information Specialist Kayla Matthews........................Visual Information Specialist Rae Lovell................................Visual Information Specialist Rubén Zaldaña.........................Visual Information Specialist

52° North is a biannual guide prepared by the 48th Force Support Squadron’s Marketing & Publicity Department. For advertising or sponsorship inquiries call 01638 521719, mail 48 FSS/FSK Attn: Marketing & Publicity Unit 5187 APO, AE 09461-5187 or email 48FSS.FSK@us.af.mil This guide is prepared by the 48th Force Support Squadron’s Marketing & Publicity Department and is an unofficial publication for the RAF Lakenheath community.

Contents are not necessarily the official views of, nor endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the U.S. European Command, the 48th Fighter Wing or the 48th Force Support Squadron. Information is current at the time of publication. Activities, prices and events are subject to change.

APRIL 2019 SUNDAY

MONDAY

1

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

2

3

4

FRIDAY

5

Family Day

SATURDAY

6

Gravity Trampoline Park Page 18

London DYO Page 37 Big Bus Page 36

Bletchley Park Page 20

7

8 Disney on Ice Page 40

9 Warwick Castle Page 33

Chessington World of Adventures Page 14 Legoland Page 15

11

10 London DYO Page 37

12

13 Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15

Aladdin Page 40

Stonehenge & City of Bath Page 21 ROARR! Dinosaur Park Page 17 Paragliding Page 50

15

14

16

17

18

19

Hampton Court Palace Page 20

Good Friday

20 Highclere Castle Page 27 Alton Towers Page 14

Leeds Castle Page 32 Wine & Trees Page 50

21

Easter Sunday

22

Easter Monday

23

Cadbury World Page 14

25

26

27 Stratford-Upon-Avon Shakespeare’s Birthday Page 26

London DYO London Eye London Aquarium London Dungeon Shrek’s Adventure London Page 36-37

28

24

Windsor Castle Page 32 Quad Biking (2 Day) Page 51

29

London Marathon Page 26 London DYO Page 37

BIG PLANS

30

Information, Tickets & Travel Outdoor Recreation

MAY 2019

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

1

2

FRIDAY

3

SCHEDULE & PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

SATURDAY

4 Bury St Edmunds Beer Festival Page 47 London DYO Page 37

Please call ITT or ODR for the most recent information and current availability.

Kentwell Hall Tudor Celebration Page 24 Indoor Surfing Page 50

5

Cinco De Mayo

6

7

8

9

10

Colchester Zoo Page 14

Longleat Safari Park Page 17 Thorpe Park Page 16 Beach Horse Ride (2 Day) Page 51

Blenheim Palace Jousting Page 20

12

Mother's Day

14

13

15

16

17

Mother's Day in Lavenham with Afternoon Tea Page 25 Mother's Day Tower of London Page 26 London DYO Page 37

19

18 Liverpool DYO Page 23 Jack the Ripper & ICE BAR Page 46 Full Moon Hike Page 50

21

20

22

23

24

City of Bath Page 20 Skydiving Page 52

25 MCM Comic Con Page 27 Cambridge Beer Festival Page 47

26

27

Dover Castle Page 22 Stonehenge Inner Circle & Windsor Page 21

Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15 Book of Mormon Page 40 Hedingham Castle Knights of Royal England Page 35

London DYO Page 37

11

Memorial Day

BIG PLANS

28

29

30

31

JUNE 2019 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1

FOLLOW US

SCHEDULE & PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

SATURDAY

Stonehenge & City of Bath Page 21

Exclusive access to last minute deals & offers!

Please call ITT or ODR for the most recent information and current availability. @RAFLakenheathITT

2

3

4

5

@raflakenheathitt

6

8

7

Trooping The Colour Page 29 London DYO Page 37 Thorpe Park Page 16 Horse & Pony Club Page 53

Chessington World of Adventures Page 14 London DYO Page 37 Body World Page 38

9

10

11

12

13

14

Family Day

Chatsworth House & Town of Bakewell Page 32

Gravity Trampoline Park Page 18

Day at the Farm Page 53

Windsor Castle Page 32

16

Father's Day

17

18

19

20

21

Father's Day Top Golf Page 25

24

25

Warwick Castle Page 33

Leeds Castle & City of Canterbury Page 22 MLB Games London Page 45

26

27 Bury St Edmunds Page 18

Hampton Court Palace Page 20

Cadbury World Page 14

Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15

22 West Midlands Safari Park & Rides Page 16 Camping Weekend Page 52

London DYO Page 37

30

Alton Towers Page 14

Royal Observatory Page 38

Father's Day Tower of London Page 26

23

15

BIG PLANS

28

29 Hitchin Lavendar Page 22 City of York & Castle Howard Page 32 Blakeney Point Coast Trip Page 52

JULY 2019 SUNDAY

MONDAY

1

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

2

4 Independence Day 5

3

Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15

7

8

9

FRIDAY

10

Legoland Page 15

11

Family Day

The Lion King Page 41

12

SATURDAY

6 London DYO London Eye London Aquarium London Dungeon Shrek’s Adventure London Page 36-37 BeWILDerwood Page 16 Goodwood Festival Page 44

13 Giffords Hall Vineyard Page 46

Ladies Day Racing Newmarket Page 28

Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Page 29

London Zoo Page16 Wimbledon (2 Day) Page 45

14

15

16

Dover Castle Page 22

18

19

22

23

24

Stonehenge Inner Circle & Windsor Page 21

26

25 Bury St Edmunds Page 18

27 Brighton DYO Page 22 Jack the Ripper & ICE BAR Page 46

Hedingham Castle Knights of Hedingham Page 35

28

20 London DYO Page 37 Big Bus Page 36 Hitchin Lavendar Page 22 Zip Line Weekend Page 54

Stand Up Paddleboard Page 52

Thorpe Park Page 16

21

17

Picnic in the Park Page 54

29

Warwick Castle Page 33 Buckingham Palace Page 35 London DYO Page 37 Olympic White Water Rafting Page 51

BIG PLANS

30

31

Information, Tickets & Travel Outdoor Recreation

AUGUST 2019

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

FRIDAY

2

1

SATURDAY

3

Check out the 48 Force Support Squadron website!

Buckingham Palace Page 35

WWW.LAKENHEATHFSS.COM

London DYO Page 37 Sandringham DYO Page 24

4

5

Chessington World of Adventures Page 14

6 Robin Hood Festival Page 28

Leeds Castle & City of Canterbury Page 22

11

7

8

10

9

Warwick Castle Page 33

Liverpool DYO Page 23

Strawberries & Tea Page 55

London Beer Festival Page 47 Wales White Water Rafting & Quad Biking Page 55

12

13

14

15

Buckingham Palace & Afternoon Tea Page 35

16

City of York & Castle Howard Page 32

Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15

Robin Hood Festival Page 28 London DYO Page 37

18

Kneeboarding Page 57

19

20

Highclere Castle Page 27

21

22

23

24 Buckingham Palace Page 35

Legoland Page 15

Kentwell Hall Tudor Hands On Day Page 24

Cadbury World Page 14

London DYO Page 37

Stand Up Paddleboard Page 54

25

17

St. George’s Distillery Page 46

26

Notting Hill Carnival Page 28 Southend On Sea DYO Page 23 Hedingham Castle Jousting Destier 2019 Page 35 London DYO Page 37

BIG PLANS

27

28

29 Bury St Edmunds Page 18

30

31

Normandy D Day Landings (4 Day) Page 39

Stonehenge & City of Bath Page 21

Prague (4 Day) Page 30-31

Brighton DYO Page 22

SEPTEMBER 2019

SUNDAY

1

MONDAY

2

8

3

4

5

6

7 Alton Towers Page 14 ABQ London Page 47

10

11

12

Buckingham Palace Page 35

14

13 MINI TRAVEL FAIR RAF Lakenheath BX 10am-1pm

London DYO Page 37 Colchester Zoo Page 14

16

17

18

19

20

Stonehenge Inner Circle & Windsor Page 21 London DYO Page 37 Tower of London Page 38 Skydiving Page 56

22

SATURDAY

Wicked Phantom of the Opera Page 41

9

15

FRIDAY

Harry Potter Studio Tour Page 15

Longleat Safari Park Page 17 Chatsworth House & Town of Bakewell Page 32

Labor Day

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

Jack the Ripper & ICE BAR Page 46 Winchester Cathedral Jane Austen Guided Tour Page 24 Wine & Trees Page 56

21 Buckingham Palace Page 35 West Midlands Safari Park & Rides Page 16 London DYO Page 37 Snowdonia Horse Treck Page 57

23

24

25

26

27

28

Bletchley Park Page 20

Buckingham Palace Page 35

Legoland Page 15

London DYO Page 37 Big Bus Page 36

29

30

Dover Castle Page 22 Thorpe Park Page 16

BIG PLANS

SCHEDULE & PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Please call ITT or ODR for the most recent information and current availability.

Information, Tickets & Travel Outdoor Recreation

Terms INFORMATION, TICKETSITT & TRAVEL

10 10

& Conditions

INFORMATION

TICKETS & TRAVEL

Building 977, Room G20, RAF Lakenheath • Building 142, RAF Mildenhall Comm: 01638 522979 or DSN: 226-2979 www.ittlakenheath.com 1. Day trips require a 30-person minimum to run. Please book by the Monday prior to the trip unless otherwise stated.

Bookings are accepted later if space permits. While every effort will be made to ensure that a tour goes out as scheduled in a 49-passenger coach, ITT reserves the right to substitute the tour with a smaller coach/people carrier van if the minimum is not met.

2. Trips may be canceled if the minimum of 30 people is not reached. If canceled, the ITT Office will notify customers registered for the trip at least one day prior to departure. The ITT office is NOT responsible if any customer cannot be contacted on their duty phone or home phone provided on the booking form. Customers should contact the ITT office at DSN 226-2979, commercial 01638 522979 or via the www.ittlakenheath.com website at least one day prior to departure to check for changes in case ITT had difficulty contacting the patron.

3. Day trips use contracted coaches to provide a service for the ITT Office. Prices of these trips include transportation & admission unless otherwise stated. Admission fees that are not included will be paid directly to the admission gate or the tour escort on the day of departure if group discount rates apply. All admissions are payable in pounds sterling.

4. Refund Policies: A complete refund (excluding: pre-paid admissions, theater/concert tickets and sporting events) will be made under the following circumstances:

a. Unexpected work commitment for military members verified in writing by their Squadron Commander

b. Emergency Leave. The ITT Office must be notified prior to tour departure.

c. An ITT Office cancellation of a trip.

5. Drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking on the coach is strictly prohibited. Food on coaches is not permitted.

6. Eligibility: The ITT program is available to all active duty military, DoD civilians, retired military, their dependents and bona fide guests. Persons must be 18 years of age or over. Children under the age of 18 CANNOT travel without a parent or guardian.

7. For pricing purposes, children aged 3-14 years are for transportation only. All others vary depending on the admission ages set by the attraction. All children, including infants, must be in a seat with their seat belts on.

8. It is common practice in the UK to tip coach drivers. Gratuities are at the discretion of the passenger and should reflect their level of satisfaction.

9. The 52° North Travel Guide is published by the 48th Force Support Squadron Marketing Department.

While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in the travel guide is correct at the time of printing, changes in opening hours, admission charges, etc., may occur. ITT is unable to accept any responsibility for inaccuracies in the information supplied, nor for any inconvenience that may arise.

10. Payment Accepted: ITT accepts cash, VISA, MasterCard, and US dollar check. Sorry, ITT cannot accept sterling cheques. ITT Day Tours can be purchased in the office or on www.ittlakenheath.com. A Layaway Program is also available on certain tours, please ask for details.

DID YOU KNOW?

ITT BX Office Lakenheath Base Exchange

You can make easy payment plans when booking a cruise, continental tours or any of our organized overnight group tours.

Visit or call ITT for details!

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

ITT Office SPRING/SUMMER 2019

11 11

Info & Map

SEE WHAT ITT CAN

DO FOR YOU

Stop by today and let us help you with your travel arrangements!

• Ferry Crossings, Eurostar, Rail or Eurotunnel crossings from the UK to Europe.

• Book air travel worldwide.

• Reserve escorted coaches or flight packages with SunFun & Newmarket Holidays.

• Travel Insurance.

• Book all-inclusive holiday packages for Spain, Croatia, Greece & many other destinations.

FOLLOW US

Exclusive access to last minute deals & offers!

• Attraction tickets for numerous European destinations. @RAFLakenheathITT

@raflakenheathitt

• Make hotel arrangements within the UK and worldwide.

• West End theatre tickets.

• Discounted Cineworld tickets.

• Arrange a cruise with Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and others.

ITT strives to give you as much information as possible at the time of booking to prepare for your trip with us. However, it is always a good idea to look online at the destination/attraction you will be visiting for useful information to better enhance your visit. Please be advised ITT cannot be held responsible for unforeseen changes in the weather and it is recommended to always bring an umbrella or waterproof outerwear and shoes.

EAGLES’ LANDING

B

COMMISSARY

e riv nD to os

ITT

LIBERTY CENTER OFFICE MPF

Room G20, Bldg 977

LIBERTY LODGE BUILDINGS & SUITS

A&FRC COMMUNITY BANK

CHAPEL

ITT

BX OFFICE

Fro nt G ate

ITT Locations & Hours Information, Tickets & Travel DSN: 226-2979 Commercial: 01638 522979 Main Office | Building 977, Room G20 Monday-Friday • 11am-4pm Weekends/US Holidays • CLOSED BX Office | Located inside the RAF Lakenheath BX Monday-Friday • 10am-5pm Saturday • 10am-1pm Goal/Family Days • 10am-1pm US Holidays • CLOSED RAF Mildenhall Office | Building 162, RAF Mildenhall Monday-Friday • 10am-5pm Weekends/Family Days/US Holidays • CLOSED RAF Lakenheath Goal Days • 10am-1pm

LAKENHEATH BASE EXCHANGE

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

12

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

ATTRACTION TICKETS Stop by any of our ITT locations to purchase your discounted attraction tickets today!

London Tube Tickets Zones 1-6, Off-Peak Travel Card Adult........................................................................ £12.70 Child (Ages 11-15)...................................................... £6.30 Ticket valid Monday-Friday after 9:30am, weekends & UK holidays Big Bus Tour London Adult............................................................................. £30 Child (Ages 5-15)........................................................... £17 Family (2 Adults & 2 Children)......................................... £77 Big Bus Tour Paris Adult............................................................................. £28 Child (Ages 5-15)........................................................... £14 London Eye Adult............................................................................. £22 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £18 London Dungeon Adult............................................................................. £20 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £16 London Aquarium Adult............................................................................. £20 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £17 Madame Tussauds™ featuring: Star Wars & Marvel Super Heroes Experiences Adult............................................................................. £24 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £20 Shrek’s Adventure London Adult............................................................................. £20 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £16 Tower of London Adult............................................................................. £22 Child (Ages 5-15)...................................................... £10.50 Over 60......................................................................... £18 Family (Up to 2 Adults & 3 Children)................................ £57 Thorpe Park Adult............................................................................. £27 Child (Ages 3-11)........................................................... £27

Alton Towers Adult............................................................................. £30 Child (Ages 3-11)........................................................... £25 Chessington World of Adventures & Zoo Adult............................................................................. £27 Child (Ages 3-11)........................................................... £27 LEGOLAND® Adult............................................................................. £27 Child (Ages 3-15)........................................................... £27 Warwick Castle Adult............................................................................£14 Child (Ages 3-11)..........................................................£14 Kensington Palace Adult........................................................................... £16 Child (5-15)................................................................... £8 Over 60....................................................................... £13 Family (Up to 2 Adults & 3 Children).............................. £40 Hampton Court Palace Adult........................................................................... £19 Child (Ages 5-15)...................................................... £9.50 Over 60....................................................................... £15 Family (Up to 2 Adults & 3 Children).............................. £48 Center Parcs Spa Break (Day Package)..............................................£60 Cineworld Tickets Adult............................................................................. £8 Child (Ages 14 & under)................................................. £6 Medium popcorn & soda combo vouchers..................£5.50 Cineworld Unlimited Card............................................£165 Fees & Charges Theater Booking*........................................................... £2 Airline Ticket*....................................................... $25/£15 Leisure Travel*...................................................... £15/$10 * Price per ticket, booking or coach.

All tickets are subject to change without notice. All Ticket sales are FINAL, non-refundable & non-exchangeable, no exceptions.

Prices effective April 1, 2019.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

Sunfun International

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

Stress Free! and Safety Safety Free! Travel in Comfort and

RAF Lakenheath Earith, St Ives, RAF Lakenheath Pick Upon onBase Base Huntingdon and Pick Up Local Pick-Ups

Weekend and Holidays for for all the family WeekendBreaks, Breaks,Day DayTrips Trips and Holidays all the Family

Enjoy traditional Irish hospitality on Explore the exquisitely preserved this beautiful 5 Day Scenic Tour

cobbled streets andHB) canals of this June 16 (from £499 ST PATRICK’S EXTENDED well loved Medieval CityDAY TRIP

£1 £83 05

DUBLIN Nov 18 EXTENDED • Dec 16 DAY TRIPS: Jan 20 • Feb 24 May 4• July 20 March Sept 14 24

DEaxte y nTde ripd D s fay roTri mps onfro lym

Departs the Afternoon of Sat March23 16 •forOct a Full Sept 21Day in Dublin

Popular/ St Weekends in the UK Dublin Patrick’s Day Snowdonia & Llandudno:

£1 569

Ex2 teD nady esd BDB afyr

Isle of Wight and Portsmouth: Departs Early Evening June 1 and March 16 Sept 7 Eden Day Project, Full inPlymouth Dublin & Newquay, Bournemouth & Poole, Cardiff Arrive Home Afternoon and Bath also available March 18

oTm rip

Enjoy the unique March 30 and June 15 warm Irish atmosphere.

Celebrate The Cotswolds and Gloucester:St April 13 andDay June in 22 Dublin Patrick’s The Peak District and Chatsworth House: EXTENDED DAYTRIP April 27 and Oct 19

£22 BBB 1399 f roomm

33 Da yyss

£2 £589 9

EXTENDED DAY TRIPS Soak up June 1 •the Julyatmosphere 27 • Sept 28 at some Dec 21 of Europe’s Finest Christmas *Includes Visit to Keukenhof Markets Gardens

Edinburgh Day Trips, Edinburgh Weekends Weekends,and Extended Day Fringe Festival and Military Tattoo Trips and Hogmanay New Year DayWeekends Weekends from £239 33 Day from £249 Nov 24 22 •March March • Nov30 29

Extended Day Trips

Extended Day Trips Oct 7 • Dec 31*, Feb 10

April 20 •May 25in•Aug 24* Christmas Market Nov &3,Dec Oct 19 • the Dec 31Year *Celebrate New Edinburgh’s Famous *atWith Edinburgh Tattoo ticket Street Party or choose Fringe Festival only

£9 5

Gems Ireland BruggeofDay Trips every month

Amazing Architecture, Aachen: December 2 Museums, CanalsDecember and Diamonds!

Paris: 2 3 DayDecember Tours: May9 10* • July 5 Lille: Aug 31 • Nov 9 Cologne: December 9 4 Day Tour: April 5* Brugge: December 16

Theme Extendedand DayDelft Trips.

Holland,Park Amsterdam BRAND NEWAmazing for 2019 Architecture, Museums, There’s fun for all ages at the amazing Canals andParis Diamonds!

Parc Astérix, and Efteling, the

largest ThemeNov Park3 in 3 Day Tours • the FebNetherlands 17 April 27* PARC 4 Day ASTÉRIX Tour AprilPARIS: 5* April 6 and August 3 NEW Extended Day Trip: Oct 14 EFTELING: *Includes June29 andDay Oct with 26 the Tulips the and spectacular Includesof Travel Keukenhof Entrance TicketGardens

oTmri p

3March Days 2departs • May 11 December 3026 Aug 17 • Oct

££28 559

New Year in Paris DAY TRIPS

Da 3y DTar iyp ss f BrBo mf ro mnly

30 • April 27 • May 4March Days 9, departs December 2318 June 15 July 13 • Aug 10 • (may opt• to spend 1 Day atSept 7 Disneyland Paris) BRAND NEW BRUSSELS

Amsterdam, Tulips Extended and Delft Day Trips Christmas Markets

£1 247 9

Explorethe thefestive exquisitely preserved Enjoy season in this cobbled streets canals of this beautiful City ofand Lights well loved Medieval City.

Christmas in Paris

Ex3 teDa ndy esdB fro DBa m yfrTo rmip s

Brugge Trips every month Paris forDay Christmas and New Year

March 8 • April 11* • May 3, 24*

Oct 6 • Nov 10, 23* June 21 • July 4*, 26 Dec 23*,30* 30••Sept Jan20 13• Oct 12 Aug 16, Feb 2, Tour 16* • March 9, 30* *4 Day NEW Extended Day Trips EXTENDED DAY TRIPS Sept March16 23••Dec June28 *4 Day24 Tour August • Nov 16

E

3

Da

£3 ys BB 283 ffrro 59 omm

1 Day included.

Oct 62 • Park Nov Ticket 10, 23* • Dec 23* March April2,11* • May 3, 24* Jan 138••Feb 16* March June 219,• 30* July 4*, 26 Aug 16, 30* • Sept 20Trip NEW Extended Day Oct 12 Sept 30 – spend 1 1 *4 Day DayTour Tour – spend day inParis Paristoo! too! day in

Paris

Enjoy the andofromance of Paris, Enjoy thebeauty beauty Paris, one of one of Europe’s most loved cities. the World’s most amazing Cities

Exxten tede nd fro deDday m DTarip £8 y sTfro 9 ripm

No matter the time of year, there Share thewhat magic as Disneyland is a magical season25 or special Paris celebrates years event.

Ex 3te Dnad yesd BDB afy r

Paris Disneyland®® Paris

Quality Accommodation.

Great Children’sGreat PricesChildren’s Prices Quality Accommodation. www.sunfuninternational.com Tel: 01487 843333 For more dates and destinations including Tuscany Our Modern Fleet of Vehicles from 4-85 seats are available and Switzerland see our brochure or website for Airport Transfers, Outings and all your Travel Needs!

FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED. www.sunfuninternational.com Tel: 01487 www.cambridgecoaches.com 843333 www.premieromgcars.co.uk

14

FAMILY DAYS OUT

Chessington World of Adventures Tuesday, April 9 Sundays, June 2 & August 4 Adult/Child £44, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & CWOA ticket With 10 themed lands and more than 40 rides and attractions, Chessington is definitely Britain's Wildest Adventure! Not to forget the zoo, SEA LIFE Center and daily shows.

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Cadbury World Sundays, April 21 (Easter), June 30 & August 18 Adult £36, Child (4-15) £34, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Cadbury World entry A wonderful experience of sights, sounds, and most importantly, taste! The perfect day for all the chocolate lovers: watch as chocolate is produced by hand. You'll also get a chance to buy your own candies at the end.

NEW! Alton Towers

Colchester Zoo

Saturdays, April 20, June 15 & September 7 Adult £59, Child (3-11) £55, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Alton Towers ticket With more than 50 rides and attractions, Alton Towers Resort is Britain's Greatest Escape!

Whether you're after pure adrenaline-pumping experiences or family fun, there is something for everyone to enjoy including the UK's first Rollercoaster Restaurant!

Sundays, May 5 & September 8 Adult £35, Child (3-15) £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Colchester Zoo entry Home to more than 260 rare species of the most beautiful and endangered animals. Go wild for animals as you navigate your way around 60 acres of different habitats including the humid home of the Komodo Dragons and the ‘Kingdom of the Wild’ with the white rhino, giraffes, zebra and kudu.

Take part in some fantastic activities, such as the opportunity to hand feed elephants and giraffes.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

FAMILY DAYS OUT

15

LEGOLAND® Tuesday, April 9 Thursday, August 22 Sundays, July 7 & September 22 Adult/Child £44, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & LEGOLAND ticket For an awesome family day out this year visit LEGOLAND Windsor Resort and experience the ultimate world of LEGO adventure! A whole LEGO world of greatness awaits, with over 2 million LEGO bricks installed in the Resort’s world-famous Miniland attraction and LEGO reef.

THE MAKING OF HARRY POTTER:

WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR LONDON Friday, April 12 Mondays, May 27 (Memorial Day) & September 2 (Labor Day) Saturday, June 15 Thursdays, July 4 (Independence Day) & August 15 Adult £58, Child (5-15) £50, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Harry Potter Studio entry Warner Bros. Studio Tour London provides an amazing opportunity to explore the magic of the Harry Potter films. The Studio unveiled an exciting, permanent expansion dedicated to the Forbidden Forest. The Forbidden Forest may be strictly off limits to Hogwarts students, but you now have the chance to defy Professor Dumbledore’s orders and follow the footsteps of Harry, Ron and Hermione deep into the Forbidden Forest.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

16

FAMILY DAYS OUT

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Thorpe Park

BeWILDerwood

Saturdays, May 11 & June 8 Sundays, July 14 & September 29 Adult/Child £43, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Thorpe Park ticket With over 30 thrilling rides, attractions and live events, Thorpe Park Resort is an island like no other. Enjoy world-class rides such as the UK’s only winged rollercoaster, The Swarm, or Stealth, one of Europe’s fastest and tallest rollercoasters. For extra thrills and fun, try the super-soaking Tidal Wave, Storm Surge and Rumba Rapids.

Saturday, July 6 Adult/Child £30, Infant (Under 92cm) £12 Includes: Transportation & BeWILDerwood entry BeWILDerwood is a huge, award-winning forest of family fun and outdoor adventure. Let your imagination run wild with magical treehouses and intriguing characters. Parents are encouraged to play alongside their children, which makes for a day of brilliant fun and exciting memories for the whole family.

West Midlands Safari Park & Amusement Rides

London Zoo

Saturdays, June 22 & September 21 Adult £43, Child (3-15) £42, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, drive-through safari & amusement rides Home to some of the world’s most beautiful, endangered and exotic animals! Come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest, largest and cutest animals during a drive-through safari adventure.

This tour also includes wristbands to enjoy a full day of thrilling amusements rides for all ages.

Saturday, July 13 Adult £45, Child (3-15) £40, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & London Zoo entry With over 800 spectacular animal species to discover, as well as live shows and fantastic, immersive exhibits, this is a must-see attraction.

Enjoy interactive experiences including Penguin Beach, Gorilla Kingdom and Rainforest Life.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

FAMILY DAYS OUT

17

NEW! ROARR!

DINOSAUR PARK Saturday, April 13

Adult £25, Child (3-15) £23, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Dinosaur Park entry Trek through the woods along the Dinosaur Trail and gasp in amazement at the life-size dinosaurs! Come face to face with the 8-meter tall Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops, while listening to interactive sounds and aiding the ranger in locating a T-Rex. At the end of the trail, wander across to the Secret Animal Garden, home to pigs, wallabies, chickens, donkeys, goats, reptiles and a tortoise.

Don’t miss the Dino of the Day show, where you and your family will learn some amazing facts about Prehistoric life.

NEW!

LONGLEAT SAFARI PARK

Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, September 1 Adult £63, Child (3-15) £55, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Longleat Safari Park & House entry The wonders of the jungle and the magic of the safari...it’s all here at Longleat Safari & Adventure Park, one of the country's most-loved family attractions. As you drive through the park, keep your eyes peeled for majestic lions but watch out for mischievous monkeys. Take a trip on the Jungle Cruise to visit the hippos and sea lions and say hello to a band of gorillas. The historic delights of Longleat House are all ready and waiting for you to explore, too. An adventure the whole family will love!

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

18

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

FAMILY DAYS OUT

NEW!

GRAVITY

TRAMPOLINE PARK Fridays, April 5 & June 14 (Family Days) Climb & Bounce: Adult/Child (4 years+) £25 Bounce Only: Adult/Child (18 months+) £22 Includes: Transportation, 1-hour of open jump and a 45 minute Clip & Climb session Feel the rush of oxygen as you experience the force of GRAVITY! Jump, bounce and hop as you fly through the air. Get your jump on in the dodgeball court, foam pit, main court, and slam-dunk basketball zones!

NEW!

BURY ST EDMUNDS DAY OUT

Thursdays, June 27, July 25 & August 29 Adult £12, Child/Infant £10 Includes: Transportation only Leave the driving to us and enjoy a variety of award-winning restaurants, fantastic shopping, cinema, stunning parks, and historic sites in the vibrant town of Bury St. Edmunds. Admire the magnificent St Edmundsbury Cathedral and discover the legend of St Edmund while standing among the ruins of an 11th-century abbey. Fancy grabbing a movie, purchase ITT’s discounted Cineworld tickets when signing up for this trip and receive an additional 10% discount on your Cineworld purchase.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

REPORT CARD SPECIAL FREE

School children, bring your report card into ITT showing that you’ve received an “A” in Math or English and we’ll reward you with a FREE child Cineworld Ticket!

CHILD TICKET

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

June & July Only • Ages 5-14 Only

Merlin 1/2page

20

AROUND BRITAIN

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Bletchley Park

Blenheim Palace Jousting

Friday, April 5 & Sunday, September 22 Adult £34, Child (12-17) £28, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Bletchley Park entry Bletchley Park is home of the World War II Codebreakers, was once Britain's best kept secret and is now a vibrant heritage attraction open daily to visitors to learn how the Codebreakers' breath-taking achievements helped shorten World War II by up to two years.

Sunday, May 5 Adult £42, Child (5-16) £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Blenheim Palace entry As the knights set out to compete in a thrilling jousting battle, your day will be full of action and entertainment, including archery, falconry displays, a medieval fire archery display and much more.

This is a perfect day out for the whole family.

Hampton Court Palace

City of Bath Guided Walking Tour

Sundays, April 14 & June 23 Adult £38, Child (5-15) £28, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Hampton Court Palace entry Hampton Court Palace is a prestigious historic royal home on the outskirts of London; one of the only two surviving palaces owned by King Henry VIII. At your leisure, learn about the life of King Henry VIII and the historic events that occurred at the palace. Be sure to see the grounds, housing the world’s largest grapevine that is almost 250 years old and the Maze; the most famous maze in the world and the UK’s oldest surviving maze.

Sunday, May 19 Adult £44, Child (3-14) £42, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & a guided walking tour Enjoy the history on this walking tour of Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide will walk you through the city from its origins as a pagan healing spring, through its glory years as Aquae Sulis. Explore the Roman thermal bathhouse and learn about Bath’s renaissance under royal patronage in the 18th century. There will also be plenty of time to explore the city at your leisure.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

AROUND BRITAIN

21

STONEHENGE

& CITY OF BATH

Saturdays, April 13, June 1 & August 31 Adult £51, Child (5-17) £44, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, Stonehenge entry & free time to explore the City of Bath Visit Britain’s most remarkable monument and World Heritage Site. Enjoy the visitor’s center which features permanent and temporary exhibitions, as well as an external exhibition featuring a cluster of Neolithic houses. Visitors may walk the circumference of the stones to discover the many mysteries of this incredible site.

From there, we venture to the City of Bath, home of the Roman thermal bathhouse. Here you will have time to explore the city at your leisure. *English Heritage Members: Ask ITT about discounted prices.

STONEHENGE INNER CIRCLE & WINDSOR

Sundays, May 26, July 21 & September 15 £64 per person Includes: Transportation, Stonehenge Inner Circle entry & a stop in Windsor Visit Britain’s most remarkable and intriguing prehistoric monument and World Heritage Site. As old as the great temples and pyramids of Egypt, Stonehenge exerts a mysterious fascination. This rare opportunity allows you to get up close to the stones and includes a stop in Windsor. * Contact ITT for additional trip information. Entry to Windsor Castle not included.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

22

AROUND BRITAIN

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Dover Castle

Leeds Castle & City of Canterbury

Sundays, May 26, July 14 & September 29 Adult £43, Child (5-17) £35, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Dover Castle entry Situated above the White Cliffs of Dover, this magnificent castle has guarded the shores from invasion for 10 centuries. Explore the darkly atmospheric Secret Wartime Tunnels, now with a vivid recreation of the Dunkirk evacuation, complete with dramatic projections of swooping Spitfires and real film footage. * English Heritage Members: Ask ITT about discounted prices.

Sundays, June 30 & August 4 Adult £41, Child (4-15) £36, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, Leeds Castle entry & free time to explore the City of Canterbury Picturesquely positioned on the edge of a beautiful moat, Leeds Castle is known as the "loveliest castle in the world". Afterward, enjoy the Canterbury tales and join Chaucer’s Pilgrims, admire the Roman Mosaic Pavement in the Roman Museum or climb the West Gate Towers for splendid panoramic views of the city.

Hitchin Lavender

Brighton DYO

Saturdays, June 29 & July 20 Adult £17, Child (3-14) £15, Infant £12

Saturdays, July 27 & August 31 Adult £25, Child (3-14) £23, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Voted one of the top 10 beach break destinations in the world, Brighton and its beachfront are legendary. Home of the famous Brighton Pier, Brighton is a treasure trove of things to do and places to go, from iconic tourist attractions to the beautiful beachfront. Spend your day on the beach eating fish and chips by the sea, shopping, or sightseeing...Brighton has it all!

*Please bring GBP to purchase your picking bags on the day

Includes: Transportation Only Join us as we take you to the beautiful lavender fields of North Hertfordshire. With over 25 miles of fresh lavender rows; you can explore and pick your own fresh flowers. There's also sunflowers and a wildflower area. A range of lunches and homemade cakes are available inside the 17th-century barn, where you can also choose from a large variety of products and lavender plants on offer.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

AROUND BRITAIN

23

NEW!

LIVERPOOL DYO

Saturdays, May 18 & August 10 Adult £47, Child (3-14) £45, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Spend a relaxing day in northwest England where the Irish Sea meets with the River Mersey. Liverpool is home to unique attractions, exciting events, worldclass sports offerings, unrivaled musical heritage and famously warm welcomes. Explore the hometown of The Beatles and visit The Beatles Story Museum located on the historic Albert Dock. View historical Beatles items, such as John Lennon's spectacles, George Harrison's first guitar and a detailed history about the British Invasion.

NEW!

SOUTHEND ON SEA DYO

Sunday, August 25 Adult £22, Child (3-14) £20, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Southend-on-the-Sea is located in the southern county of Essex along the Thames Estuary. You can ride a train on the longest pleasure pier in the world and visit the museum and art gallery at the end. You can also navigate Adventure Island, visit the Sea Life Adventure Aquarium, and ride The Cliff Lift all while spending the day relaxing by the sea.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

24

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

AROUND BRITAIN

Sandringham DYO Saturday, August 3 Adult £16, Child (3-14) £14, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Sandringham is best known as the location of Sandringham House and its estate, a much-loved country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen. Nearby to Sandringham are the Royal Studs.

Winchester Cathedral Jane Austen Tour Saturday, September 14 Adult £37, Child/Infant (Under 16) £12 Includes: Transportation & Winchester Cathedral entry with a Jane Austen guided tour This tour offers visitors an intimate and often amusing insight into Jane Austen's life and connections with the Winchester Cathedral. Walk through the Cathedral’s historic Inner Close to the house on College Street where Jane and Cassandra stayed. Afterward, enjoy time to explore Winchester.

NEW!

KENTWELL HALL Adult £30, Child (5-15) £27, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Kentwell Hall entry

TUDOR MAY DAY CELEBRATION Saturday, May 4

Take part in musical events, plays, processions, dancing and Tudor-themed pageantry. In addition, children can enjoy the Story Book Trail around the gardens, meeting spectacular characters and sculptures. At the main event, the Tudors will gather together to raise the May Tree.

TUDOR HANDS ON DAYS Wednesday, August 21 With more than 250 actors re-creating life in Tudor England, visitors experience history first hand. Work with candle makers, potters, and needlewomen or have a lesson with the Alchemist or Archers or at the Forge. Finish by joining in 16th-century song and dance.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPECIAL SPECIAL EVENTS EVENTS

SPRING/SUMMER SPRING/SUMMER 2019 2019

25 25

NEW!

MOTHER’S DAY IN LAVENHAM

WITH AFTERNOON TEA

Sunday, May 12 Adult £56, Child (3-14) £54 Includes: Transportation, afternoon tea & free time to explore Lavenham Spend this Mother’s Day in a unique way! Lavenham is a charming and historic medieval village known for the Crooked House. Numerous parts of Lavenham were used in the filming of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, see what scenes you can spot! After you’ve explored the wonderful village of Lavenham, it’s time to relax and enjoy an Afternoon Tea at The Swan Lavenham Hotel & Spa.

NEW!

FATHER'S DAY AT TOPGOLF Sunday, June 16 Adult £65, Child (3-14) £62 Includes: Transportation, 2 hours unlimited Topgolf, queue jump, prime bay, winners trophy, host & limited food/drink Whether you’re an aspiring golf pro or picking up a club for the first time, Topgolf is everyone’s game. It’s fun, it’s competitive and it’s a unique way to spend time with Dad this Father's Day. Play on an interactive driving range.

Score points by hitting micro-chipped golf balls at a giant dartboard-like target on an outfield. The closer you get your ball to the center or ‘bullseye’ and the further the distance, the more points earned. The fun and games don’t stop there; you can even indulge in delicious food and drinks while you play.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

26

SPECIAL EVENTS

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

50% OFF!*

Stratford-upon-Avon Shakespeare’s Birthday

Mother’s Day at the Tower of London

Saturday, April 27 Adult £24, Child (3-14) £22, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only The streets of Stratford-upon-Avon are taken over with music, pageantry and a special parade, as Shakespeare’s birthday weekend brings together performers, artists and ambassadors from around the world in celebration.

Sunday, May 12 (Mother's Day) Adult £44, Child (5-15) £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Tower of London ticket Mother’s receive 50% off this tour when accompanied by a child*. Give mom a special treat with a trip to this historical tower. *Must be accompanied by a child to receive discount. This offer cannot be exchanged for another tour.

Father’s Day at the 50% OFF!* Tower of London London DYO Marathon Sunday, April 28 Adult £26, Child (3-14) £24, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Join us for one of London’s biggest events. We will take you into central London where you can make your way to view the marathon. There will also be time to explore London at your own leisure.

Father's Day at the Tower of London Sunday, June 16 (Father's Day) Adult £44, Child (5-15) £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Tower of London ticket Dads receive 50% off this tour when accompanied by a child*. Give dad a special treat with a trip to this historical tower. *Must be accompanied by a child to receive discount. This offer cannot be exchanged for another tour.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

SPECIAL EVENTS

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

27

HIGHCLERE CASTLE

Saturday, April 20 & Sunday, August 18 Adult £39, Child (4-16) £35, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Highclere Castle entry Highclere Castle is not only beautiful architecturally, but a warm and welcoming home. Enjoy exploring the history, gardens and life behind the scenes of “The Real Downton Abbey”. After many seasons of Downton Abbey fans will automatically recognize the stunning building as the home of the Crawley family. Believe it or not, the inside of the house looks identical to the hit drama, except you sadly won’t be greeted by Carson upon arrival. *Photography is not permitted within the Castle but it is allowed outside for personal use only.

MCM

COMIC CON Saturday, May 25 Contact ITT for price Includes: Transportation & MCM Comic Con priority ticket Join us for one of the UK’s most exciting Pop Culture events! MCM Comic Con showcases categories such as: • Anime • Comics • Gaming • Movies • Television ...and much more! Appearance by David Harbou, known for Stranger Things.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

28

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

SPECIAL EVENTS

NEW!

LADIES DAY RACING NEWMARKET Thursday, July 11 Adults Only £53 Includes: Transportation & Ladies Day Ticket Ladies Day at Newmarket Racecourse is the summers hottest ticket. Visitors come from near and far in their finest outfits to enjoy this great event! Ladies day has it all; Horse Racing, food, drinks, best dressed Lady Award and more. Don’t miss out of this one off epic day out!

Robin Hood Festival Tuesday, August 6 & Sunday, August 11 Adult £21, Child (3-14) £19, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only The Robin Hood Festival in Sherwood Forest has entertainment for all ages. Various performers will delight you as you explore medieval stalls, jousting tournaments, storytellers, comedy acts and witness Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham clash once more in the home of the outlaw! Explore the forest, encounter the festival’s characters and visit the legendary Major Oak.

Notting Hill Carnival London Sunday, August 25 Adult £26, Child (3-14) £24, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Europe’s largest street festival! Notting Hill Carnival brings the streets of West London alive with steel bands, food stalls, calypso music, amazing floats and costumed performers. You don’t want to miss one of London’s largest and best annual events! *Not recommended for young children.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

SPECIAL EVENTS

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

29

TROOPING THE COLOUR

QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY PARADE Saturday, June 8 Adult £26, Child (3-14) £24, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only “Trooping the Colour” is an annual event marking The Queen’s official birthday. This momentous occasion will be marked by a colorful and historic military parade. This splendid event takes place every year on Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall. *No reserved seating available; standing only.

NEW!

HAMPTON COURT PALACE

FLOWER SHOW Sunday, July 7 Adult £52, Child* (Under 16) £12 Includes: Transportation & Hampton Court Palace Flower Show entry Enjoy horticultural displays and green-fingered fun at the world’s biggest flower show in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

Snap a picture of the stunning flower displays, the most famous maze in the world and the world's largest grapevine that's almost 250 years old. Watch demonstrations by celebrity gardeners and chefs around the showgrounds. Plus, get tips on gardening and shop for garden supplies to create your own little oasis at home. * Two free children with each full paying adult.

Must still pay child transportation price.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

30

SPECIAL EVENTS

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL Special Events

PRAGUE 4 DAY TOUR August 30-September 2 £310* per person Includes: Round-trip flights, Prague airport transfers, 3 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation, guided walking tour of Prague and an experienced tour leader. *Based on two adults sharing accommodation. £130 single room supplement. Layaway option is available with a deposit of £130 upon booking. (Non-refundable, non-exchangeable.) Full payment due by Friday, July 19.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

SPRING/SUMMER Special Events 2019

SPECIAL EVENTS

7 DAY

THANKSGIVING CRUISE November 23-30 Civitavecchia, Italy Naples, Italy Valencia, Spain Barcelona, Spain Toulon, France Florence, Italy Civitavecchia, Italy

Prices starting from $1320 per person Payment plans available • See ITT for further details Includes: Taxes & fees Excludes: Airfare, airport transfers, drink packages, gratuities & shore excursions. * Prices are based on two adults sharing an inside cabin room.

Prices are also available for a third/fourth person.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

31

32

CASTLES & STATELY HOMES

Leeds Castle Sunday, April 14 Adult £40, Child (4-15) £35, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Leeds Castle entry Enjoy a visit to the breathtaking Leeds Castle. You can feed the swans, explore the historic castle or get lost in the hedge maze. Leeds Castle is surrounded by 500 acres of rolling parkland and beautiful gardens. This trip is a great family day out.

City of York & Castle Howard Saturdays, June 29 & August 17 Adult £53, Child (4-16) £43, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, Castle Howard entry & free time to explore the City of York A magnificent 18th-century residence set in the breathtaking landscape of the Howardian Hills located in the heart of Yorkshire. Explore the spectacular grounds, exhibitions, restaurants, cafes, gift shops and garden center. Venture into the city of York and stroll the ancient streets on a guided walking tour. Learn about the history of the castle wall and Minister Cathedral.

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Chatsworth House & Town of Bakewell Sundays, June 9 & September 1 Adult £44, Child (4-16) £36, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, Chatsworth House entry & free time to explore the Town of Bakewell Chatsworth is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Walk this house of over 30 rooms, including one with Europe’s most significant art collection. Then, it’s off to visit the beautiful old market town of Bakewell and stunning countryside.

Windsor Castle Saturday, April 27 & Friday, June 14 Adult £40, Child (5-16) £28, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Windsor Castle entry A visit to Windsor Castle, an official residence of the Queen, includes the magnificent state apartments, which are furnished with some of the finest treasures from the Royal Collection. Among the masterpieces are paintings, fine English and French furniture, Queen Mary’s dollhouse and St. George’s Chapel. This is the longest continually used royal residence in Europe.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

CASTLES & STATELY HOMES

WARWICK CASTLE

Monday, April 8 Sundays, June 23 & July 28 Wednesday, August 7 Adult/Child £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Warwick Castle ticket Immerse yourself in more than 1,100 years of jaw-dropping history! Full to the turrets with dazzling shows and attractions, spellbinding storytelling and fun experiences all year-round, Warwick Castle is an action-packed and unforgettable day out for everyone.

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS INTENDED. 01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FORNOT DETAILS & UPDATES

33

Wherever your service takes you,

LET US SERVE YOU.

EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS FOR MILITARY MEMBERS.

Visit USAA.COM/INTERNATIONALPCS or call 0800-289-192 Paid ad. No federal endorsement of advertiser is intended. Property and Casualty insurance provided by USAA Limited, authorized by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority; Registration Number: England 730577 and/or USAA S.A., authorized by the Luxembourg Minister of Finance and supervised by the Commissariat aux Assurances. Trade and Companies’ Registration Number: R.C.S. Luxembourg B-224622. Membership eligibility and product restrictions apply and are subject to change. © 2018 USAA. 253926-1118-AF

Publication Note: Guideline for general identification only. Do not use as insertion order.

prepared by

Affairs F al MVP 2

d

Color: 4CP Pubs: -Issue: 2019 Location/Event: RAF Lakenheath

REVIEW FOR CON

Bleed: None Learn how you can stay with us Space A*.

Created: 2-14-2019 2:59 PM Libertyx Lodge is also open to families visiting Modified: 2-14-2019 2:59 PM Trim: 5.315” 3.5039” the base. Call us today for more Scale:details.

1” : 1”w Safety: None Layout DPI: DPI We’re available 24 hours a Effective day, DPI: DPI 7 days a week to book your reservation.

For reservations or inquiries, contact us: 01638 526700 or DSN 226-6700

91803 QUAD1 - AFFAIRS

liberty.lodge@us.af.mil Find useful information about housing at:

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

T O N DO

Studio: James Du

www.housing.af.mil/units/raf-lakenheath

Spot

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

CASTLES & STATELY HOMES

BUCKINGHAM PALACE

Saturdays, August 3 & 24 and September 21 & 28 Sundays, July 28 & September 8 Adult £48, Child (5-16) £38, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Buckingham Palace entry

T:89 mm

Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty the Queen and is one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today. During August and September, when the Palace is not being used in its official capacity, visitors can enjoy the 19 magnificent state rooms furnished with many of the greatest treasures.

WITH AFTERNOON TEA @ RUBEN'S HOTEL Sunday, August 11 £85 Includes: Transportation, Buckingham Palace entry & Afternoon Tea at Ruben’s Hotel *Tour is not recommended for children 5 and younger. **Palace Policy: No photos allowed inside the palace.

HEDINGHAM CASTLE

NTENT ONLY, NOT COLOR. Colors:

Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day)

T N I R TP Round #: 01

JOUSTING: KNIGHTS OF ROYAL ENGLAND KNIGHTS OF HEDINGHAM Sunday, July 21

JOUSTING DESTIER 2019 Sunday, August 25

Adult £25, Child (5-17) £21, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Hedingham Castle entry

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

35

36

LONDON - THE CAPITAL

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Big Bus Tour & London DYO

Shrek’s Adventure London & London DYO

Saturday, April 6, July 20 & September 28 Adult £51, Child (5-15) £40, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Big Bus ticket See all of London’s top attractions from your seat on the largest fleet of open-top, hop-on hop-off sightseeing buses in London. With the choice of live English commentary and multi-lingual recorded commentary routes, walking tours and a Thames River Cruise; you will be guided through the city unveiling its secrets. There will also be plenty of time to explore London at your own leisure.

Sunday, April 21 (Easter) & Saturday, July 6 Adult £41, Child (3-15) £38, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Shrek’s Adventure ticket A unique and exciting walk and ride attraction for the whole family! Amazing DreamWorks animation, captivating story-telling and a good dose of Donkey’s cheekiness awaits. Includes: 4-D DreamWorks Tours bus, 10 live fairy-tale themed shows, meet and greet Shrek’s dream team and much more. You'll have ample time to explore London at your own leisure.

London Dungeon & London DYO

London SEA LIFE Aquarium & London DYO

Sunday, April 21 (Easter) & Saturday, July 6 Adult £41, Child (3-15) £38, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & London Dungeon ticket Are you brave enough to face 90 minutes of London’s goriest past? Delve into the ancient capital’s bloody history with live actors, thrilling rides and special effects. There's something for the whole family: Traitors Gate underground boat ride; Vengeance, the UK’s first 5D laser ride; and the ever-popular Extremis Drop Ride. Also, enjoy time to explore London at your own leisure.

Sunday, April 21 (Easter) & Saturday, July 6 Adult £41, Child (3-15) £38, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & London Aquarium ticket Home to one of Europe’s largest collections of global marine life, the aquarium experience takes visitors on an immersive and interactive journey.

Stars of the show include green turtles, seahorses, octopi and the ever-popular duo: the clownfish and the blue tang. There will also be plenty of time to explore London at your own leisure.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

LONDON - THE CAPITAL

37

LONDON

DO YOUR OWN THING (DYO) Saturdays, April 6, May 4, June 8, July 6 & 20, August 3 & 24, September 21 & 28 Sundays, April 21 (Easter) & 28 May 12 (Mother’s Day) & 26 June 2 & 16 (Father’s Day), July 28 August 11 & 25, September 08 & 15 Wednesday, April 10 Adult £26, Child (3-14) £24, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation Only Fancy seeing London and taking in some of the sights? Then this is the tour for you. We’ll get you to London where you can explore all there is to see on your own, then pick you up at the designated area to get you safely back home. Never been before? Why not purchase a discounted ticket at ITT for the Tower of London, Big Bus, London Eye, London Dungeon, London Shrek’s Adventure or the SEA LIFE Aquarium.

THE COCA-COLA©

LONDON EYE

4D EXPERIENCE & LONDON DYO Sunday, April 21 (Easter) & Saturday, July 6 Adult £44, Child (3-15) £40, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & London Eye ticket At 135 meters, the London Eye is one of the world’s tallest observation wheels, providing up to 40 kilometers of panoramic views on a clear day. Ticket includes access to the London Eye 4D Experience, a groundbreaking 3D film with in-theater effects such as wind, mist and bubbles. There will also be plenty of time to explore London at your own leisure.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

38

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

LONDON - THE CAPITAL

The Tower of London & London DYO

Royal Observatory

Sundays, May 12 (Mother’s Day), June 16 (Father’s Day) & September 15 Adult £44, Child (5-15) £32, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Tower of London ticket As a royal palace, fortress, prison, place of execution, royal mint and jewel house, the Tower has witnessed many great events in British history. Enter its gates and you’ll soon see why the Tower is such an important part of London. Admission includes the ‘Beefeater’ tour, the Crown Jewels, the Crowns and Diamond Exhibition, the White Tower, Medieval Palace and more. There will also be plenty of time to explore London at your own leisure.

Saturday, June 22 Adult £47, Child (4-15) £39, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation, Royal Observatory entry & a Planetarium show Visit the Royal Observatory to stand on the historic Prime Meridian of the world. See the home of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and take an awe-inspiring journey into space, unravel the mysteries of the cosmos, and explore your place in the universe at London’s only planetarium.

NEW!

BODY WORLD & LONDON DYO Sunday, June 2 Adult £47, Child (6-15) £40, Infant £12 Includes: Transportation & Body World entry Discover the beauty beneath your skin at the brand-new and interactive Body World’s exhibition. View different facets of the human life beyond anatomy and learn what keeps us upright and in motion. This exhibition contains real human specimens, including a series of fascinating whole-body plastinates as well as individual organs, organ configurations, blood vessels. There will also be time to explore London at your own leisure.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

39

75TH COMMEMORATIVE

NORMANDY D-DAY LANDINGS FOUR DAY BREAK August 30 - September 2 £410* per person

Includes: All admission fees, three nights in a 3-star hotel, continental breakfast, return luxury coach to Normandy, channel crossing & an experienced tour manager.

Pegasus Bridge, Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, American Cemetery, Arromanches & the Airborne Museum. *Based on two adults sharing accommodation. Additional single room supplement of £120 *Tour not recommended for young children. Join our lay-away program and sign up today with a deposit of just £60/person

COACHING THOSE WHO SERVE At First Command, our focus is on helping service members and their families get their personal and professional lives squared away. If you’re a military spouse or transitioning service member seeking a career that allows you to stay connected to the military community, build your own business and make a real difference in people’s lives, a career as a First Command Financial Advisor may be right for you. We offer a highly structured training program to prepare you for success, real opportunities for professional development and growth and compensation that is directly aligned with your productivity.

LORI ANN G. KANE Financial Advisor and District Advisor 4 Wallis Court James Carter Road Mildenhall, Suffolk UK IP28 7DD lakane@firstcommand.com +44 (0) 1638 717 700 ©2019 First Command Financial Services, Inc., parent of First Command Europe Ltd. In Europe, investment and insurance products and services are offered through First Command Europe Limited. First Command Europe Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Command Financial Services, Inc. and is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Certain products and services offered in the United States may not be available through First Command Europe Limited.

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.& UPDATES 01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS Paid advertisement.

Federal endorsement ofFEDERAL advertiser(s) not intended.

40

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

THEATRE

DISNEY ON ICE

Sunday, April 7 £58 Includes: Transportation & Disney on Ice ticket The Wonderful World of Disney on Ice is back in Birmingham! Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on an inspiring walk down memory lane in celebration of magic and family fun. During this journey with characters from Aladdin, Finding Dory, Frozen, Lion King, Tangled, Toy Story, and many more, you will learn about the ability to do anything with the help of friends, family and power of true love.

Aladdin

Book of Mormon

Thursday, April 11 £60 Includes: Transportation & theatre ticket From the producers of Lion King comes a whole new world as Disney’s Aladdin musical dazzles audiences on London’s West End. Aladdin will take you on an amazing journey filled with magic, beauty, comedy and breathtaking spectacle.

Featuring all of the timeless songs from the classic Disney film including: “A Whole New World,” “Friend Like Me” and “Arabian Nights.” Aladdin is an astonishing show you won’t want to miss.

Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day) £65 Includes: Transportation & theatre ticket “The biggest, boldest, funniest musical in all the land!” Two young Mormon missionaries are sent to a remote village in northern Uganda. Naïve and optimistic, the two missionaries try to share the Book of Mormon, but have trouble connecting with the locals who are more worried about war, famine, poverty and AIDS than religion.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

THEATRE

41

Phantom of the Opera

Wicked

Monday, September 2 (Labor Day) £66 Includes: Transportation & theatre ticket Join us as we watch Andrew Lloyd Webber's dark and romantic score about a disfigured “Phantom” who falls madly in love with a chorus girl. He will stop at nothing to make her a star, and make her his. This tragic love story of passion, desire, murder and sacrifice comes to life as you gaze at the exciting sets and effects.

Monday, September 2 (Labor Day) £55 Includes: Transportation & theatre ticket Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire that re-imagined the famous Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the story of the unlikely friendship between two girls who first met at sorcery school. The extraordinary adventures in Oz will see them through their destinies as Glinda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West.

THE LION KING Friday, July 5 (Family Day) £72 Includes: Transportation & theatre ticket Adapted from the much-loved Disney film and set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and the rhythms of Africa, this spectacular production explodes with glorious colors, stunning effects and enchanting music to tell the timeless story of Simba and his epic journey to fulfill his destiny as King of the Pride Lands.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

PAID ADVERTISEMENT Reach 14,000 active duty and civilian members of the RAF Lakenheath community

ADVERTISE

by advertising in our magazine, travel guide

WITH US!

or on our website and digital screens! Call 01638 521366, email

+ DIGITAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE

48fssmarketing@ gmail.com or visit

WINTER G MOTORIN Keep

Safe!

Revie

2019 January

more information!

Year In

thing

Try some

@ Ease

lakenheathfss.com for

2018 OUR BEST S MOMENT w

T OF THA GET OUT T ZONE COMFOR new!

2018-2019 MER • SUM2019 GAutumn • Winter SPRIN - SEPTEMBER

52 orrtthh 52°° NNo APRIL

Travel, Leisure tion Guide &&Recreation Recrea | HOLIDAY PACKAGES Guide TRAVEL | Leisure | HOTELS TOURS Travel, GROUP & GUIDED TOURS GUIDED | HOTELS | | GROUP & HOLIDAY PACKAGES NAL TRAVEL ATH INTERNATIO Distributed LAKENHE

INTERNATIONAL

by the RAF N THE RAF Force Support TED BY Lakenheath SQUADRO DISTRIBU Squadron SUPPORT FORCE

13/12/2018

AL.indd

14:49

1

ry2019_FIN

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

AE_Janua

FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

PAID ADVERTISEMENT

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED.

Albemarle Tickets

BOOK THROUGH THE ITT OFFICE SAVE TIME SEARCHING FOR THE BEST PRICE

ITT HAVE ACCESS TO THE BEST DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SEATS PLUS YOU SAVE AN EXTRA 20% FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF ADVERTISERS NOT INTENDED. by not paying VAT

44

SPORTING EVENTS

INFORMATION, & TRAVEL London, TICKETS the Capital City

NFL GAMES LONDON

VS

VS VS VS Please see ITT for further details.

GOODWOOD

FESTIVAL OF SPEED Saturday, July 6 £95 per person Includes: Transportation & Goodwood Festival of Speed ticket This trip promises to be packed with action and excitement as the planet’s most glamorous racing machines & famous drivers gather together in the beautiful surroundings of Goodwood Park.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

SPORTING EVENTS

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

45

THE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS:

WIMBLEDON Saturday, July 13-14 £205 per person Tour Includes: • Luxury coach travel for the entire trip.

• One night bed & breakfast accommodation.

• Full day at Wimbledon with a reserved seat on No. 1 Court.

• Tour manager. *Based on two adults sharing accommodation. £40 single room supplement. A £50 deposit is required at the time of booking.

MLB GAMES LONDON

NEW YORK YANKEES VS BOSTON RED SOX Sunday, June 30 Ticket Only £115 Ticket & Transportation £135 Transportation Only £26 Please see ITT for further details. * All sales/tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

46

ADULTS ONLY

INFORMATION, TICKETS & TRAVEL

Jack the Ripper & ICE BAR London Saturdays, May 18, July 27 & September 14 Adults Only £55 (excludes food and drink) Includes: Transportation, a two hour Jack the Ripper walking tour & free time to explore before your 40 minute ICE BAR experience which includes one free drink at the bar Follow Jack the Ripper’s bloodstained trail of horror down the crooked cobbled alleyways of Whitechapel. Then, off to Leicester Square where you will have free time to enjoy a meal at any of the wonderful restaurants in the area.

Next, you will experience the ICE BAR London, kept at -5°C (23°F) all year round! Step into an environment where the walls, bar, tables and even your own personal glass, with a vodka cocktail, is made out of the purest ice.

Giffords Hall Vineyard

St. George’s Distillery

Saturday, July 13 Adults Only £30 Includes: Transportation, Vineyard Tour & Tasting Enjoy a day out at Giffords Hall Vineyard. On arrival, you will receive tea and coffee followed by a private tour of the vineyard with an expert speaker who will enlighten you on the history of the vineyard, viticulture practices, their grape varieties and what they achieve with them. Finish this eventful day by sampling three wines and three liqueurs.

Saturday, August 24 Adults Only £26 Includes: Transportation, Distillery Tour & Tasting Whiskey fan? Join us on the St. Georges Distillery tour home to The English Whiskey Co. A guide will take you onto the distilling floor and explain how whiskey is made in casks. Breathe in the aromas of the Angel’s Share and finish the tour with a taste of one of their wonderful malt whiskeys.

SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES | 01638 522979

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

ADULTS ONLY

BEER FESTIVALS BURY ST. EDMUNDS Saturday, May 4 Adults Only £12

Includes: Transportation Only

CAMBRIDGE Saturday, May 25 Adults Only £14 Includes: Transportation Only

LONDON Saturday, August 10 Adults Only £26 Includes: Transportation Only

ABQ LONDON Saturday, September 7 Adults Only £67 Includes: Transportation & free time to explore before your 1h45m ABQ London experence which includes three free drinks.

Breaking Bad fans will be thrilled at the chance to “Cook” their own cocktails in this Breaking Bad themed London Bar. Mix up your own beverages with the fun of science in this immersive experience.

01638 522979 | SEE WWW.ITTLAKENHEATH.COM FOR DETAILS & UPDATES

47

OUTDOOR RECREATION

48

WELLS ROAD

OUTDOOR RECREATION

Building 1109, RAF Lakenheath Comm: 01638 522146 or DSN: 226-2146 48FSS.FSWO.OutdoorRec@us.af.mil www.lakenheathfss.com/fun/outdoor-recreation

CAMBRIDGE ROAD

OUTDOOR RECREATION Bldg 1109

1. Registration: All trips require a minimum number of participants and have a registration deadline. Trip registration requires deposit/payment to secure reservation and full payment is due by the registration deadline. Registration must be in person at ODR (bldg 1109) e-bookings are permitted from distance locations with a deposit.

All payments are in USD by check, cash or credit card. ODR does not accept Pounds Sterling (ÂŁ) payment.

NORWICH ROAD

48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

RECYCLING CENTER

AUTO HOBBY

Bldg 1108

2. Eligibility: Active Duty, DoD Civilians, Retirees, Dependents, DoDDs and escorted guests. Participants must be 18 years or older unless accompanied by their parent or authorized guardian. Car seats must be provided by the patron. Age restrictions may limit the participation based upon the nature of the activity.

UNCLASSIFIED//FOUO

3. Cancellations & Refunds: ODR will notify participants of cancellations and a full refund will be given for trips canceled by ODR. ODR is not responsible if patrons cannot be contacted with the details provided at registration. Participants may obtain a full refund of any payment up to the registration deadline. After the registration deadline partial refunds are available at the discretion of the ODR Director.

4. Itinerary: Times of departure are firm. Refunds will not be given for late arrivals or missed departures AT ANY point during the trip. Return times are tentative based upon estimates, but may be flexible based upon traffic or weather. The trip leader may make changes to the trip if deemed necessary for safety or in the best interest of the group as a whole.

5. Trip Fees: Cover only the costs and items described in the details. The patron will be responsible for any other expenses which may include: food, hire of equipment, admission fees or any optional additional activities.

POST OFFICE Bldg 1025

6. Food and Drink: Consumption of alcohol & smoking are prohibited in government vehicles. Alcohol may impair your ability to participate safely. Food & drink are permitted in vehicles, but patrons must clean up after themselves & ensure that they do not disturb other patrons.

Rochester Rd

Follow Us

Exclusive acess to last minute deals, new products and photos from our trips!

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

49

SPRING/SUMMER 2019 48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

EXERTION LEVELS

EXPLAINED

Most trips are given an exertion rating to help you plan your participation level with that activity. Some trips are designed so you can choose to participate at various levels of exertion.

LOW: Appropriate for most fitness levels.

MODERATE: Will require ability to maneuver over rough or uneven terrain or require activity for several hours.

IMPORTANT OUTDOOR REC

• This is a guide only. Please contact ODR with any specific questions or concerns.

• Our trips have a pre-trip briefing. This will be emailed or conducted in-person (mandatory if scheduled) to provide a checklist of things for you to bring and what Outdoor Recreation will provide.

• Deadlines are used to make decisions about canceling trips due to lack of participation.

ODR will still accept sign ups until full, if the trip is not canceled.

• We also offer private customized trips, tours and activities forgroups, families and squadrons. Please ask for a quote based on your itinerary and/or our suggestions.

HIGH: Participant should be fit with no current injuries in order to participate.

RAF Lakenheath Outdoor Recreation encourages & supports the participation of all individuals in our programs, including individuals with disabilities. We provide assistance and support to all participants as needed when possible.

If you require assistance or an accommodation, please contact ODR for more information.

OPENING HOURS April 1 - October 31

November 1 - March 31

Monday-Friday • 10am-5:30pm Monday-Friday • 10am-5:30pm Saturday, Family & Goal Days • 10am-2pm Saturday, Sunday & Federal Holidays • CLOSED Family & Goal Days • 10am-2pm Sunday & Federal Holidays • CLOSED

ANY TIME IS A GREAT TIME TO GET OUT ON YOUR OWN BIKE! Stop by to see our selection or get a tune up from our certified bicycle technician.

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

OUTDOOR RECREATION

50

Paragliding

Indoor Surfing

Saturday, April 13 • $199 • R4R Price $129 Ages ALL • Exertion Level HIGH Includes: Safety equipment, transportation & 500’ wench tow flight Discover the unlimited freedom of the sky! Soar effortlessly with this tandem introduction to paragliding.

Saturday, May 4 • $65 Ages 5+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, wetsuit & surfing Indoor surfing provides the thrill of catching a wave whatever the conditions. Flowboarding simulates real waves in a contained environment on a 10m wide perpetual sheet wave.

*Weight restriction: 224 lbs max. Participants must wear boots for this activity.

Sign up by Monday, April 15

Sign up by Monday, March 18

*Minimum 3’5” tall

Wine & Trees

Full Moon Hike

Sunday, April 14 • $55 Ages 18+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, tasting & staff guide We will explore a trail with a landscape of reedbeds, open water, and grasslands at Wicken Fen Nature Reserves and possibly see Highland cattle and Konik ponies along the way. After our hike we will head off to Chilford Hall for a tour and sampling of local wines.

Sign up by Monday, March 25

Saturday, May 18 • $25 Ages ALL • Exertion Level LOW Includes: Transportation & staff guide Enjoy a starlight night hike and the glow of a full moon guiding us along the trail. We will watch the moon rise and end the night with some activities and snacks.

Sign up by Monday, April 29

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

51

SPRING/SUMMER 2019 48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

QUAD OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

BIKING

Saturday-Sunday, April 27-28 • $239 R4R Price $89 Ages 12+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, quad biking session, clay target shooting, safety gear & double hotel room This action-packed weekend will include negotiating the mud-caked trails on an all-terrain bike (better known to us as 4 wheelers). This trip is sure to challenge your skills and get your adrenaline pumping.

Sign up by Monday, April 1

BEACH

Saturday-Sunday, May 11-12 • $305 R4R Price $99 Ages: 12+ • Moderate to High Exertion Includes: Transportation, two horse rides & private group bunkroom

Join us for a peaceful and majestic Druidston Haven coastal beach ride in Pembrokeshire, Wales. This area is nationally renowned for its natural geological features that we will enjoy atop a graceful horse.

Sign up by Monday, April 8 Weight restriction: 252 lbs max.

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

HORSE RIDE

OUTDOOR RECREATION

52

Skydiving

Blakeney Point Coastal Trip

Sunday, May 19 • $299 • R4R Price $99 Ages 16+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation & activity If you are looking for adventure, this is your big chance! On this tandem Skydive you will exit the aircraft at 13,000 feet and freefall your way to 5,000 feet with the landing controlled by your instructor.

Saturday, June 29 • $29 Ages ALL • Exertion Level LOW Includes: Transportation & boat trip This trip is a unique, must-see for all ages! Let’s go see the seal pups; we will take a boat out to Blakeney Harbour to watch them bask in the sun and have time to explore the beach on a walk around the old Lifeboat house.

Sign up by Monday, June 3

*Weight Restriction: 168 lbs women, 210 lbs men.

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

Sign up by Monday, April 15

Camping Weekend

Stand Up Paddleboard

Saturday-Sunday, June 22-23 • $165 R4R Price $29 Ages ALL • Exertion Level LOW Includes: Camping equipment, Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, snacks & activities Gather ‘round the campfire and make some memories. We will explore the great outdoors with activities for the kid in all of us. There is sure to be something for everyone!

Sign up by Monday, May 20

Wednesday, July 17 • $49 Ages 7+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, staff guide, gear & safety equipment Experience the challenge and thrill of this water sport!

Sign up by Monday, July 1

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

53

SPRING/SUMMER 2019

.

48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

HORSE &

PONY CLUB

Saturday, June 8 • Contact ODR for price Ages 4+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, activities & safety equipment A full day of activities with horses! We will groom, tack, ride, and learn all about horse care during this day made for horse-lovers.

Contact ODR for sign up deadline *Weight limit 182 lbs

DAY AT THE

FARM

Cineworld Full Page ad Sunday, June 9 • $25 Ages ALL • Exertion Level LOW Includes: Transportation & activity Spend the day at a local farm; we will meet the animals, take a tractor farm tour and see the machines being demonstrated.

Sign up by Monday, May 20

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

OUTDOOR RECREATION

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

54

Zip Line Weekend Saturday-Sunday, July 20-21 • $325 Ages 10+ • Exertion Level MODERATE to HIGH Includes: Private group bunkroom, two zip sessions & transportation Two very different zip line adventures in one weekend. First, we will explore 22 different zips in the treetop course. The next day, we will dominate the longest zip line in EU and the fastest in the world (often reaches over 100mph)! *Weight restriction: 266 lbs max.

Olympic White Water Rafting Sunday, July 28 • $99 Ages 14+ • Exertion Level HIGH Includes: Wetsuit, helmet, boots, personal flotation device, storage locker & transportation Test your rafting skills on the raging waters of the London 2012 Olympic course! * Must complete swim test and weigh less than 252 lbs

Sign up by Monday, July 8

Sign up by Monday, June 17

Picnic In the Park

Stand Up Paddleboard

Saturday, July 27 • $19 Ages ALL • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation & light refreshments Spend a lazy afternoon soaking up the sun at the park with your pals. We’ll go to a local country park to explore the trails, run around the playground, and enjoy a picnic.

Sign up by Monday, July 8

Sunday, August 18 • $49 Ages 7+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, staff guide, gear & safety equipment Experience the challenge and thrill of this water sport!

Sign up by Monday, July 29

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

55

SPRING/SUMMER 2019 48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

STRAWBERRIES AND TEA

Wednesday, August 7 Contact ODR for Pricing Ages ALL • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation, afternoon tea & strawberry picking with take home basket Roam through the fields and select the “berry” best fruits!

We will stop by the farm shop and have tea at the farm fresh café to make this day complete.

Sign up by Monday, July 15

WALES

Saturday-Sunday, August 10-11 $255 Ages 12+ • Exertion Level HIGH Includes: Transportation, 2 hours rafting, quad biking, safety gear & private group bunkroom This action-packed weekend will include conquering the rapids and negotiating the mud-caked trails on an all-terrain bike (better known to us as 4 wheelers. This trip is sure to challenge your skills and get your adrenaline pumping! *Must be able to swim 25 meters Sign up by Monday, July 8

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

WHITE WATER RAFTING & QUAD BIKING

OUTDOOR RECREATION Terms, Conditions & ODR Map

56

Wine & Trees

Skydiving

Saturday, September 14 • $45 Ages 18+ • Exertion Level LOW Includes: Transportation, tour, tasting & staff guide.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll on a local trail with all your Outdoor Rec friends. Afterwards, we will partake in a sampling and tour at Giffords Hall Vineyard.

Sign up by Monday, August 26

Sunday, September 15 • $299 Ages 16+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: Transportation & activity If you are looking for adventure, this is your big chance! On this tandem Skydive you will exit the aircraft at 13,000 feet and freefall your way to 5,000 feet with the landing controlled by your instructor. *Weight restriction: Weight Restriction 168 lbs women and 210 lbs men.

Sign up by Monday, August 26

OUTDOOR REC WE HAVE IT ALL! EQUIPMENT RENTAL

EQUIPMENT RENTAL SERVICES Here’s just a few of the items available in our warehouse:

• HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: Rollaway beds, carpet shampooers, vacuum cleaners.

• INFLATABLE BOUNCY CASTLES: 40 themed castles plus games.

• GARDENING & DIY ITEMS: Lawn mowers, roto-tillers, shovels, rakes and power/hand tools.

• PARTY GEAR: Outdoor canopies, chafing and sterno dishes, popcorn machines, cotton candy machines and towable BBQ grills

• TRAILERS - Enclosed box trailers to motorcycle and car trailers.

Items for purchase:

Services:

• CAMPING & OUTDOOR GEAR

• KEY CUTTING

• DVD CONVERSIONS

• FITNESS ITEMS

• STORAGE UNITS

• AIRPORT SHUTTLE

• BIKES & BIKING ACCESSORIES

OUTDOOR RECREATION Bldg 1109 • 226-2146 CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146 www.lakenheathfss.com/odr

SPRING/SUMMER Office Information2019 & Exertion Levels

Outdoor Recreation

5757

48TH FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

KNEEBOARDING Saturday, August 17 • $45 Ages 8+ • Exertion Level HIGH Includes: Transportation, activity & safety equipment Let’s go to one of the UK’s largest cable centres where we can ride the wake without the limitations of fuel, boats, wind, or surf.

Once you have shown competency with kneeboarding you can move on to wakeboarding or skiing.

Sign up by Monday, July 15 *Participants required to confidently swim 50 meters

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE

SNOWDONIA HORSE TREK

Saturday-Sunday, September 21-22 • $225 Ages 10+ • Exertion Level MODERATE Includes: transportation, private group bunkroom, two horse treks, guides & all safety equipment Take in the spectacular scenery of the Snowdonia mountains from a different angle! Let the horses do the walking, while we take in the countryside and fresh air. This trip is perfect for either beginner riders or those with more experience, as we will receive instruction and demonstration.

Sign up by Monday, August 19 *224 lbs weight limit

CALL OUTDOOR RECREATION FOR DETAILS & BOOKINGS | 01638 522146

RECHARGE

FOR RESILIENCY FIND DISCOUNTED TRIPS, CLASSES AND EVENTS:

lakenheathfss.com

KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE FOLLOWING LOGOS FOR DISCOUNTED TRIPS, CLASSES AND EVENTS:

deployed affected

Recharge for Resiliency (R4R) offers programs designed to enrich the lives of RAF Lakenheath personnel & their families and is the capstone for resiliency programming across the Air Force. R4R encompasses the following key resiliency components: • Deployed Affected Programming • RecOn • Single Airman Programming Initiative These resiliency programs target specific audiences and provide needed support for our Airmen and their families.

R4R has many great events and trips throughout the year.

SOME DISCOUNTS CAN BE FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS TRAVEL GUIDE. OTHERWISE, CONTACT ITT & ODR FOR PRICING IF ELIGIBLE.

let us hel p you pla n your next bi g a dventure today!

Lakenheath Liberty Center Location: Building 977 • Room G20 RAF Lakenheath BX Location: Inside the BX Main Store Mall RAF Mildenhall Location: Building 162 (Outdoor Recreation) DSN: 226-2979 | Commercial: 01638 522979 www.ittlakenheath.com |www.lakenheathfss.com/fun/information-tickets-travel

Building 1109 DSN: 226-2146 Commercial: 01638 522146 www.lakenheathfss.com/fun/outdoor-recreation