Gardiners Epsom Brochure 2017-2018 by Chris Pangburn

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Welcome Welcome to the ﬁrst edition of Gardiners NMC for tours picking up in the Surrey and South London area. Gardiners nMC

As you may have read in April, Epsom Coaches announced that they intended to close the holiday and day excursion programme, following 97 years of history.

18 Coopies Haugh Coopies Lane Industrial Estate, Morpeth Northumberland NE61 6JN Tel: 01372 731705 Email: info@gardinersnmc.co.uk

Having admired Epsom Coaches, I felt our standards very similar and we always seemed to be competing against one and other at national award ceremonies! So when I heard the news about the closure we had to act quickly to see if we could save the programme and its many loyal followers…..

Local shop in the epsom area coming soon!

I am proud and pleased to say that on the 28th April, with the fantastic help and support of Melanie Cox, Alistair Scott and my wife, we were able to tell the world that we had done it! Whilst it was unfortunate that we were not allowed to purchase the company name, we are delighted that we have secured a number of jobs, the company’s ethos, a quality tour programme and a positive future to build on.

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We have made some immediate changes which I’m sure you will approve of; EVERY TOUR we have taken on up until the end of October has been REDUCED in price – If you have already booked on any of the reduced tours, you will shortly receive a new conﬁrmation showing your holiday has been reduced too. I hope you ﬁnd our latest selection of tours to your liking, should you have any ideas or suggestions you would like to see in future brochures, please let us know. We look forward to welcoming you on board in the near future. Yours sincerely adrian smith FCiLT Managing Director

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Door to Door We oﬀer a door to door service on every holiday in this brochure. We pick you by taxi, MPV (‘people carrier’) or minibus from your door. You will then be taken to our coach departure point, which will have plenty of seating, prior to boarding the coach. You can enjoy a cup of tea or coﬀee on arrival, with a chance to chat to M3 your tour manager and other customers starting your journey. On your return, you will seamlessly be returned home along with your luggage. Knaphill

Central London

A406 M4

Chiswick

A312 A307

Heathrow

A205 A306

Putney

Lewisham A205

A30

Egham

A316

Staines

Sunbury

A308

A3 A308

M3 M3

Chertsey M3

Kingston Upon Thames

A23

Wimbledon

Streatham Bromley

Walton-on-Thames

M25

Esher

A232

A240

Croydon A232

A243

Epsom Woking

Our door to door service is free within a 15-mile radius of Epsom. If you live outside the area, please do contact us, we may still be able to pick you up for a supplement. Door to door really does take the Guildford worry out of your holiday departure. No taxis for you to book for your outward and return journey, no ‘feeder services’, no waiting on draughty street corners, which is no fun in the winter months! Just total peace of mind that your transport is our responsibility. Remember that your holiday starts and ﬁnishes from the comfort of your own home.

M25 A23

Leatherhead A3

M25 A217 M25

M25

Oxted Reigate Redhill

Dorking

A24

M25

Gatwick Horsham

A2312

www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

Discover the Best of Britain with Gardiners We explore the whole of Great Britain, from Cornwall to Scotland. On our holidays, you see the best of Britain from the comfort of a Gardiners Coach. Our Tour Managers are on hand to show you all our wonderful country has to oﬀer. We discover stunning scenery, pleasant towns and villages, exciting cities and our fascinating history. England is wonderfully diverse with so much to see and do. From the sunny South Coast to picturesque villages in East Anglia and mountains and meres in the Lake District; there is a wealth of experiences waiting to be discovered. Cornwall is a particular favourite, with a rugged coastline dotted with pretty white-washed ﬁshing villages. England has a fascinating history and we discover castles and kings, churches and cathedrals and mansions and monuments; not to mention a rich industrial heritage. You are always assured of a warm welcome in Wales, land of song, castles and legends.

Explore Europe with Gardiners We oﬀer a selection of ﬁne European holidays. Each holiday has been carefully researched and we are sure that you will enjoy savouring the sights, culture and tastes of each country you visit. We travel to the majestic Italian Lakes. Our tour to Spain includes a visit to Barcelona, as well as Salvador Dali’s Figueres. We visit the majestic Alps, with tours of Austria and Switzerland, with an unforgettable ride on the Bernina Express.

Festive Holidays We oﬀer an entertaining selection of festive holidays, including three at Christmas and one for New Year. Get the festive season oﬀ to a fantastic start with a visit to a Continental Christmas Market – choose from Bruges or the pretty German town of Monschau. There’s always the popular Thursford Christmas Spectacular and, new for this year, is the Royal Marines Christmas show. Don’t forget our Reunion Break in February – four days of fun and a few surprises!

FinanCiaL PeaCe oF Mind Gardiners NMC are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK Ltd. This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that the clients’ monies are protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the member’s insolvency. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership. Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays.

Key to hotel symbols 3★ Hotel Star Rating AA

AA, Scottish Tourist Board (STB) Irish Tourist Board (ITB) and European Tourist Boards

Mini Bar Wi-ﬁ

Indoor Pool

Leisure Facilities

Outdoor Pool

Rosette Award for Food

Lift

Air Conditioned Rooms

Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

‘Experience the Gardiners Diﬀerence’ Luxury coach travel Explore the UK and Europe from the comfort and security of a Gardiners NMC coach. Your reserved reclining seat has plenty of legroom and an adjustable footrest. The wide panoramic windows are double glazed with just enough tint to reduce glare, but still allow you to enjoy the panoramic view. The WC/washroom on board gives peace of mind, whilst travelling in the perfect environment with the climate control system. We also provide complimentary wi-ﬁ in the UK.

Excellent hotels We have a ﬁne selection of hotels, all of which are of the highest quality, many rated 4 star by the AA. Whatever holiday you choose, you will be treated to excellent service, staying in world renowned hotels from amongst others the Marriott, Best Western, Q Hotels and Brend Hotel groups, who like us share a passion for the very best. Many of the hotels have been repeated from previous successful stays and always with the reassurance that our Tour Guide will be with you to look after your every need.

Friendly Tour Managers and Drivers Whilst you are on your holiday, one of our experienced Tour Managers will be with you every step of the way. From the moment you are warmly greeted to providing information and assistance on the journey and looking after you at your hotel, you can be sure that our carefully selected guides will oﬀer a personal touch. We hand pick our Tour Drivers not only for their driving skills but also their ability to complement our Tour Guides. They ensure your coach is checked daily, they drive you in supreme safety, taking advantage of years of experience and the best training, they also ensure the coach is kept clean and tidy and look after your baggage.

Included excursions Unlike many companies, we provide not only comfortable transport and superb quality accommodation but also a fantastic itinerary oﬀering a diverse range of excursions, and they’re all included in the price unless stated otherwise.

Porterage A superb service which many others don’t provide; we take care of your luggage from the moment we pick you up from home so the next time you see it will be in your hotel room. On your return, the luggage is transferred seamlessly, so you will see it again on your return home.

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FroM £225

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Mystery Breaks

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Mystery days out We will take you on one or two full day excursions. Depending on the location of your mystery hotel, it could be a visit to a market town or cathedral city, a scenic drive in the country or to the seaside

Your HoTeL We can tell you that you will be taken to a 3 star (or better) hotel, somewhere in Britain. We often stay at premium hotels operated by groups such as Mercure, Best Western, Q, Holiday Inn or Marriott. What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 or 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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Fri 11 Aug

£365

£45

£21

Fri 25 Aug

£340

£45

£21

Fri 27 Oct

£340

£45

£21

Fri 10 Nov

£265

£45

£21

Fri 26 Jan 18

£265

£45

£21

Fri 23 Mar 18

£285

£45

£21

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Fri 13 Oct

£265

£30

£19

Fri 2 Mar 18

£225

£30

£19

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£269

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Reunion Break

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s aY d 4

Bury st edmunds and Lavenham We visit Bury st edmunds. A traditional market town with a fascinating heritage, there is a pleasing combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and the glorious cathedral and abbey gardens. Why not pop into The Nutshell, Britain’s smallest pub! Later we take a leisurely morning drive to the picture-postcard town of Lavenham. scenic suﬀolk Coast We enjoy a tour along the Suﬀolk Coast, visiting southwold, which has a pleasant pier and colourful beach huts, some of which sell for over £100,000 each! We return to the hotel for a cream tea.

Constable Country On our return journey, we tour Constable country. See picturesque villages, rolling farmland, rivers, meadows, ancient woodlands and a wide variety of local wildlife. entertainment We enjoy a sherry reception on the ﬁrst night, with a table magician to entertain us during dinner. Enjoy our ‘House Party’ on the second night with deParTures entertainment, music and dancing. On the last night enjoy bingo and a fun quiz. Fri 2 Feb 18

BesT WesTern iPsWiCH HoTeL, nr iPsWiCH 4★

Modern hotel located in the village of Copdock, which is about a 15 minute drive from the centre of Ipswich. www.cameronventuresgroup.co.uk/ ipswich-home What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Cream tea • Entertainment

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£21

Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

Was £725 / noW FroM £699

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Cornish Seascapes, Legends and ‘Poldark’ 7 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Padstow and Trerice We travel to Padstow. Once the ecclesiastical capital of Cornwall, Padstow has many medieval buildings. In the afternoon, we visit Trerice (National Trust, admission extra), an intimate Elizabethan manor and a Cornish gem. Nestled in a peaceful corner of rural Cornwall, this romantic house tells a story of prosperous origins, decline, partial ruin and 20th-century restoration. splendid st ives and st Michael’s Mount We visit the charming seaside resort of st ives with its cobbled streets, winding between pretty fishermans' cottages. St Ives is also known for its artistic connections. In the afternoon, we travel to Marazion, where the more energetic can visit stunning st Michael’s Mount (National Trust, admission extra). Alternatively, why not relax and soak up one of the finest views in the country. Poldark Tin Mine We visit the 18th century Poldark Tin Mine and Gardens, a fascinating open-air museum where you can descend 100 feet to experience conditions miners faced every day! Some underground scenes from the TV series were filmed here. Truro and historic Charlestown We visit the cathedral city of Truro. Later we travel to Charlestown, near St Austell. This picturesque Grade II listed harbour doubled for Truro Harbour in ‘Poldark’. Dating from the late 18th century, there are usually historic vessels in port and there is a fascinating Shipwreck Centre.

roseMundY House HoTeL, sT aGnes 3★

Pleasant family-owned and run hotel in an elegant Queen Anne house, set in well maintained secluded gardens in unspoilt St Agnes. There are quiet lounge areas and the restaurant serves excellent food. The hotel is very highly rated. There are two ﬂoors and whilst there is no lift, there are ground ﬂoor rooms (subject to availability). What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Poldark Tin Mine

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Sat 24 Jun

£699

£0

£26

Fri 29 Sep

£709

£0

£26

www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

Was £495 / noW £479

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Cornwall Break

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Ys a d 5

Historic Falmouth We travel to Falmouth. Once a ﬁshing port, Falmouth is now an attractive resort and among the attractions is the excellent National Maritime Museum. Beautiful st ives We visit the charming seaside resort of st ives with its cobbled streets, full of history, legend and tradition, winding between pretty ﬁshermans' cottages. St Ives is also known for its artistic connections, the Tate Gallery opened a branch here in 1993 and looks after the Barbara Hepworth Museum and sculpture garden. Truro and historic Charlestown We visit the cathedral city of Truro. Later we travel to Charlestown, near St Austell. This picturesque Grade II listed harbour doubled for Truro Harbour in ‘Poldark’. Dating from the late 18th century, there are usually historic vessels in port and there is a fascinating Shipwreck Centre.

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Pleasant family-owned and run hotel in an elegant Queen Anne house, set in well maintained secluded gardens in unspoilt St Agnes. There are quiet lounge areas and the restaurant serves excellent food. The hotel is very highly rated. There are two ﬂoors and whilst there is no lift, there are ground ﬂoor rooms (subject to availability). What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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£479

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Sidmouth

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and Devon Delights s aY d 5

exe estuary cruise We travel to the delightful resort of exmouth. In the afternoon, we take a cruise on the calm waters of the Exe Estuary with an entertaining commentary. We pass Cockwood, Starcross and Powderham Castle, returning with marvellous views of Exmouth. exeter and historic Fursdon Historic exeter has a magniﬁcent cathedral, a ruined castle and one of the narrowest streets in the world! In the afternoon, we travel to Fursdon, one of Devon’s hidden gems, for a private guided tour and a cream tea. Fursdon is an elegant house with pleasant gardens; it is also one of Devon's oldest family homes - 23 generations of the family have lived on this site!

day at leisure Described by John Betjeman as 'A town caught still in a timeless charm’, this pleasant traditional seaside resort which has been popular since Regency times. Farewell Lunch We break for a farewell lunch at the rising sun in New Milton in the New Forest deParTures (two courses with tea/coﬀee included). Thu 31 Aug Thu 19 Oct

roYaL YorK and FauLKner HoTeL, sidMouTH 3★

Splendid highly-rated hotel, with Regency charm and grandeur in a wonderful position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant Esplanade. The Royal York and Faulkner has been family-owned and run for over 60 years and oﬀers high standards of service. The public areas are spacious and there are spa facilities to enjoy. What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • River Exe cruise • Fursdon guided tour and cream tea • Farewell lunch

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£589

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£559

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Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

Was £725 / noW £699

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Sidmouth

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Powderham Castle and exmouth Powderham is the historic family home of the Earl of Devon dating from 1390, set in a beautiful deer park on the banks of the River Exe. We enjoy a guided tour through the majestic rooms, with fascinating stories from the castles rich history. Later we travel to the pleasant resort of Exmouth.

Horse boat cruise We visit the market town of Tiverton, which has a fascinating history. Later we enjoy a wonderful horse-drawn canal trip on the Grand Western Canal, with a delicious Devon cream tea. delightful abbotsbury We travel along the south Devon coast to abbotsbury subtropical Gardens. This magnificent collection of rare and exotic plants was established in 1765 by the Countess of Ilchester. Today the garden is a mixture of formal and informal displays. Later we pay a visit to the donkey sanctuary, which has cared for many suffering animals. day at leisure Described by John Betjeman as 'A town caught still in a timeless charm’, this pleasant traditional seaside resort which has been popular since Regency times. Beautiful gardens and leisurely walks, clean beaches and friendly shops…. it’s all here in this lovely seaside town that nestles beneath majestic deParTures PriCe red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley. £699 Mon 3 Jul

Was £525 / noW £499

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Splendid highly-rated hotel, with Regency charm and grandeur in a wonderful position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant Esplanade. The Royal York and Faulkner has been family-owned and run for over 60 years and oﬀers high standards of service. The public areas are spacious and there are spa facilities to enjoy. www.royalyorkhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Powderham Castle with guided tour • Horse-drawn canal cruise with cream tea • Admission to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens sinGLe suPP

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Sidmouth

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Luxury Break Ys 4 da

Horse boat cruise We visit the market town of Tiverton, which has a fascinating history. Later we enjoy a wonderful horsedrawn canal trip on the Grand Western Canal, with a delicious Devon cream tea. day at leisure Described by John Betjeman as 'A town caught still in a timeless charm’, this pleasant traditional seaside resort which has been popular since Regency times. Beautiful gardens and leisurely walks, clean beaches and friendly shops…. it’s all here in this lovely seaside town that nestles beneath majestic red cliﬀs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley.

roYaL YorK and FauLKner HoTeL, sidMouTH

BeLMonT HoTeL, sidMouTH 4★

Only yards from the beach and the Esplanade, The Belmont Hotel is a gorgeous luxury hotel which maintains the standards of a bygone age. You will enjoy traditional service and wonderful dining. The hotel is very highly rated. www.belmont-hotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Horse-drawn canal cruise with cream tea

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Thu 12 Oct

£499

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www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

Was £494 / noW £469

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The English Riviera Ys a d 5

eXCursions inCLuded south devon railway and dartmoor We enjoy a return ride on the south devon railway from Buckfastleigh to Totnes, along the beautiful Dart Valley. In the afternoon, we venture on to dartmoor national Park, visiting Widdecombein-the-Moor, of ‘Uncle Tom Cobley’ fame. The Church of St Pancras is known as the ‘Cathedral of the Moors’. Coastal cruise to dartmouth We travel to dartmouth. This historic port has a wealth of shops, restaurants and cafes to discover. We enjoy a wonderful circular boat trip viewing Bayards Cove, Kingswear and Dartmouth Castles, Britannia Royal Naval College, Dittisham Village, Sir Walter Raleigh's Boathouse, Greenway Quay and The Estate of the late Dame Agatha Christie.

Pleasant Torquay Morning visit to the nearby ‘Riviera’ resort of Torquay, which has a wealth of attractions such as Torre Abbey which dates from the 12th century. Why not walk the ‘Agatha Christie Mile’ along the pleasant seafront? Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel or explore Paignton.

Queens HoTeL, PaiGnTon 3★

A warm welcome awaits at this comfortable traditional hotel, located some 200 yards from the town centre. With highly regarded food, an indoor pool and entertainment, this is a popular hotel. Entertainment every night. www.queenspaignton.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Boat trip • Railway ride

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Mon 23 Oct

£469

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A Taste of Devon and Somerset s aY d 5

eXCursions inCLuded steam and cream tea We follow the Exe Valley and cross Exmoor to dunster, a picturesque town which is dominated by its castle. In the afternoon, we enjoy a ride on the scenic West somerset railway which runs beside the Quantock Hills for 23 miles, the longest steam heritage line in the country and a country branch line of the old Great Western Railway. We have included a delicious cream tea on board. Horse-drawn canal boat cruise Morning at leisure in the market town of Tiverton, which has a fascinating history. After a ‘ploughman’s lunch’ at the hotel, we enjoy a wonderful horse-drawn canal trip on the Grand Western Canal.

Barnstaple and Quince Honey Farm We visit the market town of Barnstaple. Take time to visit the pannier market, which dates from 1855. In the afternoon we visit Quince Honey Farm, with a guided tour of Beeworld and a tasting. Cheddar Cheese We visit the Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company for a demonstration at the only remaining cheesemaker in Cheddar.

BesT WesTern TiverTon HoTeL, TiverTon 3★

Modern hotel located in a pleasant suburban area just outside Tiverton. No lift, but ground ﬂoor rooms are available on request). www.bw-tivertonhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Steam train ride with cream tea • Ploughman’s Lunch • Horse boat cruise • Honey Farm visit • Cheesemakers visit

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Mon 17 Jul

£560

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Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

Was £725 / noW £715

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Bournemouth Holiday 8 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded explore dorset We enjoy a tour of the lanes of Dorset. We travel via Wimborne Minster, passing the ancient Badbury Rings and Blandford Forum to Shaftesbury for a coffee break. shaftesbury is best known for Gold Hill, which was featured in Hovis adverts. We break for lunch in the attractive town of sherborne, which has an abundance of medieval buildings, two castles and a superb abbey. Later we pass the Cerne abbas ‘Giant’ and break for tea in Dorchester. Purbeck Panorama We travel through the attractive countryside of the Isle of Purbeck, breaking for coffee in the historic riverside town of Wareham. We continue to the delightful old-fashioned resort of swanage for a lunch break. Later, we take a pleasant afternoon steam train ride through beautiful countryside on the swanage railway, to historic Corfe Castle. Poole Harbour cruise We travel to the attractive resort of Poole. In the afternoon we enjoy a cruise around beautiful Poole Harbour, including Brownsea Island. explore the new Forest Originally a hunting forest for William the Conqueror, this delightful area is home to unusual flora and fauna including ponies that roam free. We visit the attractive town of Lyndhurst. Two days at leisure Bournemouth is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the country with six miles of sandy beaches, two piers and endless ideas for entertainment.

HaLLMarK easT CLiFF CourT HoTeL, BourneMouTH 4★

Excellent hotel located on the quiet East Cliﬀ seafront. It’s about a 10 minute (downhill!) walk to the pier and 15 minutes to the town centre. The hotel features contemporary bedrooms and stylish spacious lounges. Use of leisure facilities at adjacent sister hotel. www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Swanage Railway ride • Poole Harbour cruise

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Sat 23 Sep

£715

£105

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www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

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Isle of Wight and Queen Victoria

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Bourne HaLL CounTrY HoTeL, sHanKLin

eXCursions inCLuded Coastal tour We enjoy a leisurely tour of the Isle of Wight. On the west of the island, there is spectacular scenery, where the sheer cliﬀs plunge down to the English Channel. We break for coﬀee at Dimbola Lodge in Freshwater Bay, home of the celebrated Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron. ventnor Botanic Garden See an amazing collection of plants gathered from around the world. A microclimate ensures that plants from the Mediterranean, South Africa and Australia all thrive. We break for lunch in Godshill, a quintessential English village. osborne House We visit osborne House, beloved seaside retreat of Queen victoria. The Royal Apartments are full of treasured mementoes perserved almost unaltered since her death in 1901.

Carisbrooke Castle Optional morning visit to Carisbrooke Castle (English Heritage, admission extra). This quintessential romantic castle is at the very heart of the Isle of Wight's history. An Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence, here you'll ﬁnd loveable donkeys, a fascinating museum and an Edwardian garden.

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Reputedly built in 1860 for one of Queen Victoria’s ladies-in-waiting, this superb country hotel has retained its period features and sense of history. Uniquely located on an elevated position at the foot of Luccombe Downs, the hotel beneﬁts from both countryside and coastal vistas, but is only a few minutes walk from Shanklin Old Village. Premium rooms and suites available at a supplement (please ask at the time of booking). No lift and some stairs. www.bournehallhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Ventnor Botanic Garden • Admission to Osborne House

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Mon 11 Sep

£545

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Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

Was £525 / noW £515

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Somerset Explorer

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and Slimbridge 5

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Marvellous slimbridge The birthplace of modern conservation, slimbridge Wetland Centre is the ideal place to get closer to nature. With an astounding array of wildlife from water voles to waders, hares to dragonflies, Slimbridge is home to the world's largest collection of swans, geese, and ducks. Slimbridge is also the only place in the world where you can see all six different species of flamingos.

steam and the seaside We travel to Bishops Lydeard for a ride on the scenic West somerset railway which runs beside the Quantock Hills for 23 miles, the longest steam heritage line in the country and a country branch line of the old Great Western Railway. Break for lunch in dunster, which has an imposing castle. We return via delightful Burnham-on-sea, which has one of the longest sandy beaches in Europe! secret somerset A leisurely tour of the Somerset lanes via the Mendips to the attractive cathedral city of Wells and Glastonbury, renowned for its festival and abbey, full of legends about King Arthur and the Holy Grail. Also, we visit Cheddar famous for its cheese and the spectacular gorge. Farewell lunch We enjoy a farewell lunch at the Best Western Angel Hotel in Chippenham (two courses with tea/coﬀee included).

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Splendid traditional hotel occupying a stunning cliﬀ top location and charmingly nestled in two acres of landscaped gardens overlooking the Severn Estuary and Welsh Hills. Guests can wine and dine in the Victorian splendour of the award-winning Somerset Restaurant and enjoy the breathtaking views over the Celtic coastline. www.waltonparkhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Slimbridge • West Somerset Railway ride • Farewell lunch

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eXCursions inCLuded Battle and Bexhill We travel to Battle, a charming market town which grew up around Battle Abbey, scene of the Battle of Hastings which took place on 14th October 1066. Later we visit Bexhill-on-sea, the birthplace of British motor racing and home of the De La Warr Pavilion. Inspired by the 9th Earl De La Warr, the Pavilion was built in 1935 as a pioneering centre for cultural excellence for local people and visitors alike. In 2005, an £8m redevelopment programme continued that vision, creating an international centre for contemporary art.

Two days at leisure One of the foremost resorts on the south coast, eastbourne has a wonderful promenade where the ‘carpet gardens’ are a blaze of colour in the summer. A Victorian Pier, Napoleonic fortress, leisure pool, Sovereign Harbour, Dotto Train, boat trips and a 1930's bandstand are just a few of the attractions along Eastbourne seafront. Enjoy excellent shopping in the High Street and Arndale Centre. Best of all is the variety of cafes and restaurants, including excellent fish n’chips! Farewell lunch We break for a farewell lunch at Heaven Farm near Uckfield in the Sussex Weald of roast of the day, followed by apple pie and tea/coffee.

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Eastbourne Break

BesT WesTern WaLTon ParK HoTeL, CLevedon

BesT WesTern LansdoWne HoTeL, easTBourne 3★

This splendid traditional hotel enjoys an enviable position at the quieter end of the parade, overlooking the Western Lawns and Wish Tower and is just a few minutes' walk from many of the town's attractions. There are lovely comfortable lounges to relax in and the hotel is highly rated by our clients. www.bw-lansdownehotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Farewell lunch at Heaven Farm

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Eastbourne Holiday 8 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Battle and Hastings We travel to Battle, a charming market town which grew up around Battle Abbey, scene of the Battle of Hastings which took place on 14th October 1066. We continue to the resort of Hastings. Bexhill-on-sea Morning visit to Bexhill-on-sea, the birthplace of British motor racing and home of the De La Warr Pavilion. Inspired by the 9th Earl De La Warr, the Pavilion was built in 1935 as a pioneering centre for cultural excellence for local people and visitors alike. In 2005, an £8m redevelopment programme continued that vision, creating an international centre for contemporary art.

BesT WesTern LansdoWne HoTeL, easTBourne

Michelham Priory Founded as an Augustinian priory in 1229. At the dissolution of the monasteries. the church was demolished. Transformed into a Tudor gentleman's residence and later a farmhouse, the building was restored in the early part of the 20th century. Set on a moated island, entrance to the property is gained through the imposing 14th century gatehouse. We have organised a guided tour.

Three days at leisure One of the foremost resorts on the south coast, eastbourne has a wonderful promenade where the ‘carpet gardens’ are a blaze of colour in the summer. A Victorian Pier, Napoleonic fortress, leisure pool, Sovereign Harbour, Dotto Train, boat trips and a 1930's bandstand are just a few of the attractions along Eastbourne seafront. Enjoy excellent shopping in the High Street and Arndale Centre. Best of all is the variety of cafes and restaurants, including excellent ﬁsh n’chips!

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www.bw-lansdownehotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Guided tour of Michelham Priory

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Was £465 / noW £455

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Suffolk Coast

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and Countryside s aY d 5

Tiptree cream tea We visit Wilkin and sons at Tiptree, the famous jam and preserve makers. There is a small museum and visitor centre telling the history of this renowned purveyor. Best of all, we enjoy a splendid cream tea! Jimmy’s Farm and Constable Country We travel to Jimmy’s Farm, where TV Presenter Jimmy Doherty has transformed an old derelict farm into a thriving business. We enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and refreshments with homemade cake. Later we tour Constable Country, breaking for lunch in dedham. See picturesque villages, rolling farmland, rivers, meadows, ancient woodlands and a wide variety of local wildlife.

Lavenham and Bury st edmunds A tour of the delightful Suffolk countryside via Clare and Cavendish, breaking for lunch in the pleasant cathedral city of Bury st edmunds, where you can visit The Nutshell, the smallest pub in England! Stop for tea in the picture postcard town of Lavenham, full of beautiful old buildings. suffolk Coast tour Break for coffee in aldeburgh and travel past ‘the House in the Clouds’. Break for lunch in the picturesque resort of southwold, which has a pleasant pier and colourful beach huts, some of which sell for over £100,000 each! Farewell lunch We have organised a farewell lunch at the Best Western Watermill Hotel (roast of the day and pudding, with tea/coffee included).

Was £595 / noW £575

4★

Smart modern hotel located on the outskirts of Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town! There are extensive leisure facilities including an indoor pool and gym. No lift (ground ﬂoor rooms available). www.marksteyhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Tiptree cream tea • Tour and refreshments at Jimmy’s Farm • Farewell lunch

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Colourful Norfolk Ys 5 da

eXCursions inCLuded norfolk Lavender Travel to Kings Lynn, an attractive town with many fine old buildings. In the afternoon, we visit norfolk Lavender, where we tour the local villages by coach and later enjoy a delicious cream tea. norwich and The Broads In the morning, we travel to Wroxham for a leisurely 90 minute cruise on the norfolk Broads. This beautiful area is a haven for rare flora and fauna. In the afternoon, we return to norwich (coach will set down in the centre). Norwich has a magnificent cathedral, a Norman castle and excellent shopping. scenic north norfolk We travel along the beautiful north Norfolk coast via Wells-next-theSea to sheringham for a ride on the North Norfolk Railway, known as the ‘Poppy Line’. We stay in this attractive old-fashioned resort for lunch. Later we travel to the resort of Cromer, famous for its crab fishing.

Bressingham and ‘dad’s army’ We visit Bressingham, a wonderful combination of gardens, steam railways and ‘Dads Army’! Bressingham is world-renowned for horticultural excellence and the steam train rides through the gardens and woodland are terriﬁc fun. The national dads army Collection lets you walk deParTures PriCe through Walmington-on-Sea, with original props and vehicles. £575 Mon 26 Jun

BesT WesTern MarKs TeY HoTeL, nr CoLCHesTer

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MarrioTT sProWsTon Manor HoTeL, nr norWiCH 4★

A truly impressive manor house hotel, set in 170 acres of parkland located 4 miles from the centre of Norwich. Excellent facilities including a lovely indoor pool and an 18-hole golf course. The hotel has impressive public areas. Lift does not serve all rooms. www.marriott.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Norfolk Lavender village tour and cream tea • Norfolk Broads cruise • Poppy Line train ride • Admission to Bressingham sinGLe suPP

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Ludlow,

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The Feathers and the Shropshire Hills

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severn valley railway We travel to Kidderminster for a ride on the severn valley railway, one of the best restored railways in the country. Black and White villages We follow the Black and White Village Trail, travelling through some of the most attractive villages in England including Weobley, Pembridge and eardisland to the historic cathedral city of Hereford. Historic Ludlow Morning visit to the nearby shropshire Hills visitor Centre, which includes a virtual ‘balloon ride’ over the hills! Afternoon at leisure. Ludlow is a very attractive market town, full of old buildings including an imposing castle, perched high above the River Teme.

Medieval shrewsbury We travel via the Shropshire Hills to shrewsbury. This splendid medieval town has winding streets with unusual names such as Bear Steps, Wyle Cop and Grope Lane, full of half-timbered buildings. There are over 600 listed buildings, including the castle and abbey. We enjoy a boat trip on the Severn, aboard the deParTures PriCe sabrina, travelling round the horseshoe loop in the river and viewing the £485 Mon 31 Jul attractive waterfront (tea and biscuits included).

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One of the most famous inns in the country. Famous for the carved woodwork outside and in, this picturepostcard 17th-century hotel is one of the town's best-known landmarks and is in an excellent location. The public areas have retained much of the traditional charm. www.feathersatludlow.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Severn Valley Railway ride • Admission to Shropshire Hills Visitor Centre • River Severn boat trip with tea and biscuits

£485

Mon 9 Oct

Was £465 / noW £439

FeaTHers HoTeL, LudLoW

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Chester

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and Charming Cheshire s aY d 5

dunham Massey and anderton Boat Lift In the morning, we ride on the unique restored anderton Boat Lift – the ‘Cathedral of the Canals’, which provides a vertical 50 foot link between the River Weaver and Trent and Mersey Canal. Later we travel to dunham Massey (National Trust, admission extra). During the First World War, this Georgian house, set in a magniﬁcent deer-park, was transformed into Stamford Military Hospital, becoming a sanctuary from the trenches for almost 300 soldiers.

Medieval and roman Chester Chester is packed full of treasures such as the medieval walls and picturesque black and white timbered buildings. The cathedral dates from the 11th century and the Grosvenor Museum has relics from Roman Times, when Chester was known as Deva. You can shop in the galleried ‘Rows’, which date from medieval times. Maritime Liverpool We travel to Liverpool and the celebrated albert dock. There is so much to see and do at this superbly redeveloped area. The Tate Liverpool is the most visited museum of contemporary art outside London. The Beatles Story tells the journey of the Fab Four. The Maritime Museum tells the story of deParTures PriCe Liverpool’s rich maritime past. Mon 2 Oct

£439

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MerCure WoodHeY House HoTeL, eLLesMere PorT 3★

Modern hotel in a quiet rural setting, eight miles north of Chester. www.mercure.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Anderton Boat Lift trip sinGLe suPP

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Pork Pies,

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Robin Hood and Colonel Mustard

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rutland and sir isaac newton We travel to pretty oakham, county town of Rutland, continuing to rutland Water, where we enjoy a boat trip. Later we visit Woolsthorpe Manor, birthplace and family home of Sir Isaac Newton, with the orchard housing his famous ‘gravity tree’. In the evening we enjoy a quiz and tasting of local cheeses. Beautiful Burghley and stamford We visit magniﬁcent Burghley, ‘Britain’s Greatest Elizabethan House’ full of treasures and great works of art. Later we visit the stone built town of stamford. In the evening we bring the game of Cluedo to life, with two teams trying to solve whodunit!

robin Hood and Pork Pies We visit sherwood Forest, stopping at the Visitor Centre, where you can see the Major Oak, one of Britain’s oldest trees. We continue to nottingham for some free time to explore this historic city. Why not pause at Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem, reputedly England’s oldest inn? In the evening, we travel to nearby Melton Mowbray, where we will be able to make (‘raise’) our own pork pies! There is also a talk about this very English delicacy. deParTures PriCe

Delightful country house hotel, once the home of Colonel Colman, founder of the mustard company and reputedly the inspiration for the board game character. No lift (a few ground ﬂoor rooms on request). www.scalfordhall.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Rutland Water cruise • Admission to Woolsthorpe Manor • Admission to Burghley House • Admission to Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre • Pork Pie experience at Dickinson and Morris sinGLe suPP

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Althorp

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Bletchley Park We visit Bletchley Park, the fascinating World War II code-breaking centre, where thousands lived and worked in secret deciphering the Nazi messages, ending the war early and saving thousands of lives. There’s a wartime mini cinema, a display of wartime toys and an outstanding Churchill collection.

Boat and train day out In the morning, we visit rutland Water for a cruise aboard Rutland Belle. This large horseshoe shaped reservoir is particularly attractive and is home to many rare species of birds. We continue to the pretty stone built town of Stamford for lunch. In the afternoon, we take a return ride on the nene valley railway from Wansford to Peterborough. This standard gauge heritage railway runs for seven miles through lovely rural Cambridgeshire scenery. impressive althorp We visit althorp, the Spencer Family home, with memories of Diana, Princess of Wales who passed away 20 years ago in 1997. Plenty of time to explore this exceptional stately home, with lavish state rooms and beautiful grounds. Althorp contains one of the ﬁnest private collections of art, furniture and ceramics in the world, including numerous paintings by Rubens, Reynolds, Stubbs, Gainsborough and Van Dyck. Cambridge and ely We visit the university city of Cambridge. We have arranged a guided tour of Kings College, including the magniﬁcent chapel, exhibition and college grounds. We continue to ely, where deParTures PriCe the cathedral is known as the ‘Ship of The Fens’. £528 Mon 21 Aug

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£499

Tue 18 Jul

Was £545 / £528

sCaLFord HaLL HoTeL, near MeLTon MoWBraY

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KeTTerinG ParK HoTeL and sPa 4★

Excellent modern hotel with extensive leisure and spa facilities on the outskirts of Kettering. www.shirehotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Bletchley Park • Rutland Water cruise with morning coﬀee • Return train ride • Admission to Althorp • Tour of Kings College sinGLe suPP

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Liverpool

eXCursions inCLuded explore Liverpool Orientation tour with a local guide, followed by time to explore the city at your leisure.

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albert dock is one of the country’s top heritage attractions, boasting museums, galleries, restaurants and bars. At the Dock, the Beatles Story is a huge draw for ‘Fab Four’ fans, and provides a fascinating insight to the life and times of the Beatles. Tate Liverpool stages international exhibitions of the best in modern art. The famous Mersey Ferries cruises are unique to Liverpool and a great way to see the city. Stop oﬀ at spaceport to explore all things intergalactic, or u-Boat story for a fascinating insight into a World War II German submarine.

Liverpool Cathedral is Britain’s largest and is a truly great and spectacular space. Try and catch one of the many events, or take the Tower Tour nearly 100 metres above ground for amazing views of Liverpool city region. Liverpool has more parks than Paris, and the stunning sefton Park Palmhouse is the jewel in the crown of one of Liverpool’s most loved green spaces. A great experience is the Cavern Club, of Beatles fame, with live music every day. Admission is free Monday to Wednesday

Was £295 / noW £275

MerCure aTLanTiC ToWer HoTeL, LiverPooL 3★

Modern hotel which has been recently been refurbished. Located opposite the Liver Building and within easy walking distance of the attractions of Albert Dock, Mersey Ferry, sightseeing buses and the Cavern. www.mercure.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Orientation tour with a local guide

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Ironbridge

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Museum Break s aY d 3

ironbridge Museum Museum of The Gorge is a great place to start your visit to the World Heritage site and staﬀ here will help orientate and plan your visit.

In Blists Hill, experience life as it was over 100 years ago through the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of a recreated Victorian town. Victorian characters will give you a fascinating insight into life in that era. A massive £12m redevelopment project has seen the creation of a brand new street of Victorian shops including a fried fish dealer, post office, milliner, dress maker and photography studio, along with a state-of-theart visitor centre and mine railway experience. Other popular attractions include steam-powered machinery, a Victorian chemist (the location for BBC2’s Victorian Pharmacy series), the squatters cottage, a schoolhouse and a bank, where you can swap your money for Victorian tokens to spend in the towns shops and pubs. Displays and demonstrations bring the history and techniques of china making to life at the once famous Coalport China Factory. Step onto the iron Bridge and follow in the footsteps PriCe of millions who, since 1779, have journeyed to marvel at the world’s first cast- deParTures iron bridge. £275 Tue 22 Aug

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BuCKaTree HaLL HoTeL, near TeLFord 3★

The recently refurbished Buckatree Hall Hotel is set in scenic woodland at the foot of the Wrekin, in tranquil Shropshire. Originally a hunting lodge, the house was completely rebuilt in the 1920s. www.buckatreehallhotel.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Ironbridge sinGLe suPP

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Chatsworth

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and Delightful Derbyshire

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spas and dambusters We travel through the Derbyshire Dales to the delightful spa town of Buxton for a lunch break. Buxton was founded by the Romans, who built baths to use the warm thermal waters. In the afternoon, we travel via Snake Pass and Featherbed Top, passing Ladybower reservoir, where the ‘Dambusters’ practiced their low-level ﬂying, to picturesque Castleton, the ‘Gem of the Peak District’, for a tea break.

discover Bakewell and Peak railway We take a morning return ride on the Peak railway to Matlock. We continue to Bakewell, home of the famous pudding. The fine spire of All Saints Church looks down on the town, where there are some grand old houses, notably the Market Hall, The Old Town Hall and the Almshouses on South Church Street. The ancient five arched bridge is much painted by artists. Magnificent Chatsworth One of the most glorious stately homes in England is a treasure trove of modern and historic artefacts. Wander around the three floors where you can see magnificent displays of art, furniture, sculptures and paintings housed in ornately decorated rooms. There is just as much to see outside with 1000 acres of gardens described by Alan Titchmarsh as 'one of the best and most vibrant gardens in Britain', with the Emperor Fountain a celebrated feature. Farewell lunch We enjoy a farewell lunch at the Best Western Moore Place Hotel in Apsley Guise (two courses with tea/coffee included).

Stylish modern hotel located about four miles from Derby. With a striking circular lobby area, with lots of comfortable seating and a glass lift, the hotel is very well appointed and the tropical-styled indoor pool is a particular feature. www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Peak Railway ride • Admission to Chatsworth • Farewell lunch

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Yorkshire Coast and Hull ‘City of Culture’ Ys 4 da

4★

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eXCursions inCLuded Yorkshire Coast and Beverley We enjoy a trip along the Yorkshire coast via Bridlington and Filey; breaking for lunch in scarborough. In the afternoon, we travel to Beverley. The town is dominated by its Minster, which dates from 1220 and is one of the ﬁnest examples of Medieval Gothic architecture in the country.

Historic Hull and Burton Constable We enjoy a morning informal guided tour of Hull’s Historic Quarter, with stories and anecdotes about Robinson Crusoe, William Wilberforce, a plot against King Charles I and the Land of Green Ginger. Hull is the UK City of Culture 2017 and there will be 365 days of compelling and ambitious world-class events taking place. In the afternoon we visit magnificent Elizabethan Burton Constable Hall. Outstanding interiors filled with fine furniture, paintings and sculpture include the great hall, long gallery, classically inspired dining room, Chippendale furnished great drawing room to the design of James Wyatt, early 19th century Chinese room and chapel. Farewell lunch We enjoy a Farewell lunch at the Best Western orton Hall Hotel (two courses including tea/coffee).

HaLLMarK MiCKLeover CourT HoTeL, near derBY

MerCure roYaL HoTeL, KinGsTon uPon HuLL 3★

A railway hotel in Victorian times, this excellent hotel is centrally located. The impressive building has been modernised in recent years, with the stunning central lounge area as a focal point. www.hotels-hull.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Hull guide • Admission to Burton Constable Hall • Farewell lunch

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Skipton

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and the Yorkshire Dales Ys a d 5

Yorkshire train and canal day out In the morning, we enjoy a one hour cruise on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, passing picturesque buildings and scenery. We break for lunch in the Bronte’s Haworth. In the afternoon, we take a steam train ride on the Keighley and Worth valley railway. One of the finest heritage railways in the country, the line is best remembered for the 1970 film, The Railway Children. exploring The dales A full day exploring the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, where we enjoy a visit to the pretty Wharfedale market town of Grassington. Later we travel via Kettlewell, the location used to represent the village of ‘Knapely’ in the 2003 film ‘Calendar Girls’, to Hawes, beautifully situated in Wensleydale. We return via Ribblesdale, passing the impressive ribblehead viaduct.

Harewood House This historic Georgian property sitting within a ‘Capability’ Brown designed landscape, has remarkable views from the award-winning Terraces. It is one of the Treasure Houses of England, with outstanding art collections, magniﬁcent Adam interiors and Chippendale furniture. The state rooms are stunning and there is an exhibition deParTures PriCe dedicated to Lord Harewood’s mother HRH Princess Mary. £555 Sun 17 Sep

Was £515 / noW £495

3★

Excellent family-run hotel located on the outskirts of the delightful market town of Skipton, by the Leeds and Liverpool Canal (some rooms overlook the canal). Hotel of the Year winner in 2016 at the National Coach Tourism Awards. www.rendezvous-skipton.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Train ride • Canal cruise • Admission to Harewood House

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Harrogate, Fountains Abbey and the Dales

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exploring The dales A full day exploring the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, where we enjoy a visit to the pretty Wharfedale market town of Grassington. Later we travel via Kettlewell, the location used to represent the village of ‘Knapely’ in the 2003 ﬁlm ‘Calendar Girls’, to Hawes, beautifully situated in Wensleydale. We return via Ribblesdale, passing the impressive ribblehead viaduct.

Fountains abbey and studley royal Water Garden Hidden within the Skell Valley, you’ll find the magnificent ruins of the once great Fountains abbey and a Georgian pleasure ground to delight your senses (the estate is National Trust, admission extra). This breathtaking landscape is also home to a Jacobean manor house, medieval deer park, Victorian church and Cistercian mill. Explore the hidden passages and corners of the abbey; the largest monastic ruins in the country. Wander through the tranquil water gardens amongst the classical statues, follies and ponds. day at leisure Harrogate has been a tourist destination since the 18th century. It was very popular with English and European nobility during Victorian and Edwardian times, due to the medicinal properties of the water. Harrogate today is a pleasant spa town with grand buildings and pleasant parks. Not to be missed is a deParTures PriCe visit to Betty’s Tea room, where there is a choice of 300 breads, cakes and chocolates, as well as 50 different teas and coffees! £495 Thu 5 Oct

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HoLidaY inn, HarroGaTe 4★

Smart large modern hotel adjacent to the Conference Centre. The hotel is located close to the town centre, about 10-15 minutes’ walk from the Royal Pump Room Museum and Betty’s Tea Room. www.ihg.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout sinGLe suPP

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Newcastle,

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Northumbria and the Alnwick Garden

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Lindisfarne and Bamburgh We travel to the Holy island of Lindisfarne, one of the foremost religious sites in the world, where Saint Aidan established a monastery in 635AD. We also visit Bamburgh which has an imposing castle and is also known for the exploits of Grace Darling. Hexham and Hadrian’s Wall Visit the attractive market town of Hexham for a lunch break. In the afternoon, we explore nearby Hadrian’s Wall. Begun in AD122 to stop raids from the Pictish tribes in the north, the wall was the edge of the Roman Empire. Today large sections still remain and we visit Chester’s (English Heritage, admission extra), one of the best preserved forts, with a ﬁne collection of Roman ‘ﬁnds’.

Tyne cruise We travel into central newcastle for a memorable three hour boat trip on the Tyne. The ‘Quay to Sea’ cruise takes you under the Millennium Bridge, which opens especially for us and enjoy the panorama of the Tyne gorge, shipyards, ﬁsh quay and Tynemouth castle and priory. Snacks and drinks available on board. The alnwick Garden Acclaimed as ‘the most magniﬁcent new public garden in England for 100 years’, The alnwick Garden was opened in October 2002 by its patron, HRH The Prince of Wales. See the Grand Cascade, deParTures PriCe Ornamental Garden and the Rose Garden. £599 Thu 31 Aug

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Blackpool

MarrioTT GosForTH ParK HoTeL, neWCasTLe 4★ AA

Highly-rated modern hotel located on the outskirts of Newcastle and close to the racecourse. There are extensive leisure facilities including an indoor pool to enjoy and a comfortable lounge. www.marriott.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to the Lindisfarne Centre • ‘Quay to Sea’ boat trip • Admission to The Alnwick Garden sinGLe suPP

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eXCursions inCLuded Blackpool and The illuminations We enjoy a leisurely morning, followed by lunch in the hotel. In the afternoon we travel into Blackpool, with time to soak up the atmosphere of the North’s premier resort. There is so much to see and do! Ride on a vintage tram and there are three piers to choose from, with all the traditional amusements. Blackpool Tower is a true British institution. It is the iconic feature of Blackpool’s famous seafront, and continues to bring as much joy to visitors as it did when it was ﬁrst constructed in 1894. Thrill-seekers can brave the white-knuckle rides of the Pleasure Beach, from the iconic Big One to the more traditional Grand National. In the evening we enjoy a drive through the world-famous Blackpool illuminations. The sort of spectacle that everyone should see at least once, Blackpool Illuminations enthral millions of visitors every year. The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpool’s attraction since 1879 when they were described as ‘Artiﬁcial Sunshine’.

Illuminations Weekend

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BesT WesTern PreMier HaLLMarK HoTeL, LeYLand 4★

Excellent modern hotel, with lots of quirky features including a vintage Leyland ﬁre engine! No lift (ground ﬂoor rooms available on request). www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk What’s included • Home pick up • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights bed and breakfast • Dinner on one night • Lunch on one day • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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Lake District

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by Coach and ‘Goat’! Ys a d 5

‘Mountain Goat’ day out A memorable day exploring the lanes of the Lakes, not accessible by a large coach, on a ‘Mountain Goat’ minibus. We travel over the Wrynose and Hardknott Passes, the steepest in England. We drive past the extraordinary remains of Hardknott Roman Fort, 1000ft up on the fells. We break for lunch in Eskdale before boarding La’al Ratty, the ravenglass and eskdale railway. In the afternoon, we drive onward to ‘Britain’s Favourite View’, Wastwater; England’s deepest and most dramatic lake. Our next destination is the splendid 14th Century Muncaster Castle surrounded by its internationally acclaimed gardens and famous for its World Owl Trust. The beautiful scenery of the Coniston Fells and Coniston Water bring to an end this classic of all Lake District tours as we drive back to Keswick.

delightful dalemain We enjoy a morning guided tour of dalemain. This delightful haven of tranquillity has been the home of the Hasell Family for eleven generations. A real gem, with attractive rooms and beautiful gardens. inspiring ullswater We journey via the shores of ullswater, one of the most dramatic lakes in Cumbria, enjoying the spectacular views of mountains, plunging down to the lake, which inspired Wordsworth to compose his poem ‘Daﬀodils’. We continue via the spectacular Kirkstone Pass deParTures PriCe to Bowness, where we break for lunch. £599 Mon 18 Sep

Was £495 / noW £475

sKiddaW HoTeL, KesWiCK 3★

Highly regarded traditional hotel with a warm welcome located right in the heart of Keswick, overlooking Market Square. Within walking distance of the Derwentwater. There is a quiet residents lounge. www.lakedistricthotels.net What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Mountain Goat minibus tour • Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway ride • Admission to Muncaster Castle grounds • Guided tour of Dalemain

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Lake District

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in the Autumn s aY d 5

inspiring ullswater and Keswick We journey via the shores of ullswater, one of the most dramatic lakes in Cumbria, enjoying the spectacular views of mountains, plunging down to the lake, which inspired Wordsworth to compose his poem ‘Daﬀodils’. We continue via the spectacular Kirkstone Pass and run along the lower slopes of Helvellyn; breaking for lunch in Keswick, beautifully situated on Dewentwater, beneath mighty Skiddaw.

explore southern Lakeland We journey to the shores of Coniston, situated beneath the slopes of the ‘Old Man’. We continue to the pretty village of Hawkshead for a lunch break. The Beatrix Potter Gallery, a 17th Century building, was once the oﬃce of the local solicitor William Heelis, who married Beatrix Potter in 1913, and has remained largely unaltered since his day. Windermere cruise We enjoy a morning steamer cruise on Windermere, the complete length of the deParTures lake from Lakeside in the south to Ambleside in the north. We enjoy a lunch break in Bowness. Later we visit the market town of Kendal. Mon 23 Oct

BesT WesTern sHaP WeLLs HoTeL, near sHaP 3★

Traditional hotel in a secluded position on the edge of the Eastern Fells. There are expansive public areas with comfortable lounges. See red squirrels in the attractive grounds, which you can watch being fed on a daily basis! www.shapwells.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Windermere steamer cruise

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Gower and the National Botanic Garden

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swansea and the glorious Gower Peninsula Morning free to explore swansea, second largest city in Wales. See the Maritime Quarter, Waterfront Museum, the Dylan Thomas Centre and castle. In the afternoon, we travel to the Gower Peninsula, the ﬁrst place in Britain to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is a picturesque area with rugged limestone cliﬀs and golden sands. We visit the attractive small village of Rhossili at the western end of Gower. rhossili Bay was voted best beach in the UK for two years running!

national Botanic Garden of Wales The Garden's centrepiece is the Great Glasshouse designed by world-famous architects Norman Foster and Partners Inside the amazing tilted glass dome is a Mediterranean landscape dominated by a six-metre deep ravine. Rock terraces and sheer faces are cut by streams and waterfalls. A lake provides a humid habitat at the foot of the chasm. Visitors are able to experience the aftermath of an Australian bush ﬁre, pause in a Spanish olive grove or wander through collections of fuschias from Chile. dinefwr and Gwili railway We visit dinefwr (National Trust, admission extra), a national nature reserve, historic house and 18th century landscape park, enclosing a 100 acre medieval deer park. See Newton House, a Victorian Gothic mansion based on an earlier 16th Century castle, reputedly one of the most haunted houses in Britain. In the afternoon, we take a return steam train ride on the small Gwili deParTures PriCe standard gauge railway, through pleasant Welsh countryside. £525 Mon 25 June

Was £535 / £475

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Modern luxury hotel in an excellent position, on the waterfront overlooking the marina, close to the shops and National Waterfront Museum. www.marriott.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to National Botanic Garden of Wales • Steam train ride sinGLe suPP

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Cardigan Bay

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and Pembrokeshire Explorer Ys 5 da

Picturesque Tenby We travel to the attractive seaside resort of Tenby. This popular town has a maze of narrow streets lined with Georgian houses, a picturesque harbour, sandy beaches and 13th century walls. You can take a boat trip to nearby Caldey island, where there is a Cistercian monastery, which dates from the 12th century.

scenic Cardigan Bay We break for coﬀee in the pretty Georgian port of aberaeron, a charming town with multicoloured houses clustered around an attractive harbour. We continue to aberystwyth for a lunch break; the principal holiday resort and administrative centre of the west coast of Wales. The wide promenade has a wealth of Victorian and Edwardian buildings. The Aberystwyth Electric Cliﬀ Railway is the longest in Britain. In the afternoon, we enjoy a steam train ride on the wonderful vale of rheidol railway. The hour long journey to Devil’s Bridge travels through stunning scenery. Beautiful Pembrokeshire We travel to the remarkable little city of st david’s, resting place of the patron saint of Wales. We also visit Fishguard, where there is a tapestry in the Town Hall depicting the last invasion deParTures PriCe of Britain in 1797, when French troops came ashore nearby. Mon 4 Sep

MarrioTT HoTeL, sWansea

www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

£475

CLiFF HoTeL and sPa, GWBerT-on-sea 3★

Comfortable hotel in a stunning cliﬀ top location overlooking beautiful Cardigan Bay, set in 30 acres of grounds, with a 9hole golf course. Weather permitting, the sunsets are truly unforgettable! Spa facilities available (extra charge). www.cliﬀhotel.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Vale of Rheidol Railway ride

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Great Little Trains of Wales 4 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Llangollen railway We take an afternoon ride on the Llangollen railway, a standard gauge heritage steam railway travelling through beautiful countryside to Corwen. Welsh Highland railway We take a ride on the Welsh Highland railway along the recently opened section from Caernarfon all the way to Porthmadog. This steam train ride is truly unforgettable, as the track winds its way ‘coast to coast’ through beautiful Snowdonian scenery. Twisting and turning to Beddgelert, the train then travels through the picturesque Pass of Aberglaslyn to the sea at Porthmadog. snowdon Mountain railway A truly unforgettable day, travelling on the Snowdon Mountain Railway. At 3560 feet, Snowdon is the ‘Rooftop of Wales’, with awe-inspiring views in every direction. We begin our journey at Llanberis Station and the train climbs steeply through ancient forests, past a glistening waterfall and over two viaducts, before the ascent to the craggy summit. The Summit Visitor Centre opened in 2009, is a wonderful landmark building serving refreshments. Bala Lake railway We travel to Llanuwchllyn for a return ride on the pleasant narrow-gauge Bala Lake railway. With a backdrop of the mountains of Snowdonia and Bala Lake, this is a relaxing end to an exciting holiday.

CeLTiC roYaL HoTeL, CaernarFon 3★

Stylish traditional hotel with excellent facilities, located about a ten minute walk from Caernarfon Castle. There’s an Art Deco bar and plenty of lounge areas to relax. www.celtic-royal.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Llangollen Railway ride • Welsh Highland Railway ride • Snowdon Mountain Railway ride • Bala Lake Railway ride

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Highlights of Ireland 9 daYs

randLes CourT HoTeL, KiLLarneY 3★ STB

eXCursions inCLuded discover dublin Guided sightseeing tour of dublin, passing all the famous sights. We visit Trinity College to see the Book of Kells and the Guinness storehouse where you can enjoy incredible 360° views of the city, with your complimentary pint of Guinness! Wicklow and Powerscourt We explore the beautiful scenery of the Wicklow Mountains. In the afternoon, we visit impressive Powerscourt House and Gardens. Heart of ireland We visit the rock of Cashel, a spectacular group of medieval buildings on a limestone outcrop. dingle Peninsula explorer Travel via the Slieve Mish Mountains with spectacular views to the quaint ﬁshing village of dingle. Visit the Blasket Centre in Dunquin and continue to the town of Tralee, famous for its ‘Rose’ festival.

‘ring of Kerry’ We tour the spectacular Iveragh Peninsula, where the towering mountains of MacGillycuddy's Reeks meet the wild Atlantic Ocean. A mystical and unspoilt area, with diﬀerent picturesque vistas at every turn. On the return, we stop at Molls Gap to view the Lakes of Killarney. We enjoy a ‘jaunting car’ ride.

4 STB

Excellent traditional hotel with panoramic views of the Kerry Mountains. The hotel has elegant public areas and promises guests the comfort and elegance of times past complemented by modern facilities. www.randleshotel.com Also includes stays at the following hotel (3 nights on outward journey and 1 night on return): sandYMounT HoTeL, duBLin HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Ferry crossings • 8 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Guided tour of Dublin • Admissions to Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, Powerscourt, Rock of Cashel and Blasket Centre • Jaunting car ride in Killarney

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Beautiful Brittany

7 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Pretty Quimper and cider farm visit We travel to Quimper, considered the cultural heart of Brittany. The town lies on the River Odet, generally regarded as Brittany’s prettiest, crossed by little bridges. Quimper’s most impressive building is its cathedral, which is said to be the best example of Gothic religious architecture in Brittany. West of the cathedral is the atmospheric old town, where you’ll find many half-timbered houses dating from the 14th century. In the afternoon, we have included a visit to a rustic cider farm at nearby Ergue-Gaberic, with a tour and tasting. Beautiful Benodet and Pont aven A relaxing day touring the nearby coastal towns of Finistere, stopping at attractive Benodet, where the River Odet meets the sea and Fouesnant, a charming and authentic Breton village. We also visit Pont aven, where Paul Gaugin painted many famous canvases. No visit would be complete without buying some galettes from Biscuiterie Traou Mad, where these butter biscuits were invented in 1920. Mont st Michel We break our journey en route to Brittany at iconic Mont St Michel, a magical island topped by a gravity-defying medieval monastery. day at leisure There is a wonderful beach opposite the hotel. The old town is within walking distance or there is a tourist train. This beautiful old stone fortified ‘town’ has narrow streets filled with shops and restaurants, where geraniums tumble from window boxes.

HoTeL de L’oCean, ConCarneau 3★

A charming family-run hotel overlooking the Bay of Concarneau, within walking distance of the old town. The restaurant has panoramic seaviews, with an emphasis on Breton cuisine. www.hotel-ocean.com Also includes stay at the following hotel (both ways):MerCure HoTeL, LisieuX HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 6 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Cider farm tour and tasting

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Grand Duchy of Luxembourg

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roman Trier We enjoy a day excursion to Trier, the oldest town in Germany. Once the Roman regional capital, there are lots of well-preserved remains, such as the Porta Negra, Imperial Baths and Amphitheatre. Trier itself is a very attractive and pleasant town to explore.

Bustling Luxembourg City We enjoy a short guided tour of the bustling capital, followed by plenty of time to see the sights. The City of Luxembourg is not only a historic UNESCO site, with its fortiﬁcations lining the steep valley, but also an important European and ﬁnancial centre with imposing modern buildings. See the Grand Ducal Palace, the Bock and Cathedral of Notre Dame. Relax at a pavement café or restaurant in the pleasant Place d’Armes. Wine tasting We enjoy an excursion to Grevenmacher on the Mosel. Set in splendid scenery, Grevenmacher is an important winegrowing centre. We have arranged a wine tasting at Bernard Massard. On returning to the hotel, we have arranged an optional short guided tour of the village. deParTures PriCe

Lovely traditional family-run hotel located within walking distance of the town centre and river. There’s a delightful covered terrace, perfect for an early evening drink! Lift to most rooms. www.grandhotelvianden.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Ferry crossings • 4 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Wine tasting • Short guided tour of Luxembourg city sinGLe suPP

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Klosters

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spectacular Bernina express The highlight of our holiday is a ride on the Bernina express from davos to Tirano. The journey through the Bernina Pass to Poschiavo is one of the great railway journeys of Europe. The highest railway across the Alps, the Bernina Express climbs up to the glistening glaciers, through breathtaking scenery, before descending to the palms of Italy far below. alpine explorer Excursion along some of the most spectacular roads in Europe. We climb the Fluelapass to the Austrian border and the magniﬁcent reschenpass into Italy, passing Lake Reschen before climbing back into Switzerland.

davos and the ‘Magic Mountain’ We travel to nearby Davos and board the schatzalp funicular railway up the ‘Magic Mountain’. We enjoy a visit the botanic garden which features 3500 diﬀerent ﬂower species from all over the world at an altitude of 1861 metres! We have allowed some free time to explore the resort of PriCe Davos, which has excellent shops, deParTures bars and cafés.

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£529

Thu 6 Jul

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Grand HoTeL de vianden, vianden

Sat 15 Jul

www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

£1055

siLvereTTa ParK HoTeL, KLosTers 4★

Superb traditional hotel located in the heart of the village, with excellent facilities and even its own bowling alley. www.silvretta.ch Also includes stays at the following hotel (both ways):Leonardo HoTeL, KarLsruHe HHHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 7 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Bernina Express ride (standard class) • Funicular ride • Admission to botanic gardens sinGLe suPP

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Prague and Bohemia 8

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eXCursions inCLuded Magnificent Prague Morning guided tour. Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The old town is a joy to explore with a mixture of Gothic and Baroque buildings, including Tyn Church and the Old Town Hall, which has a magnificent 15th century astronomical clock. Cross picturesque Charles Bridge and you can visit Prague Castle and St Vitus Cathedral, which dominate the skyline. In modern Prague you can visit Wenceslas Square. Rest of the day free to explore this beautiful city. Historic Plzen We travel to Plzen, also known as Pilsen. Famous for its brewing industry, the town has a beautiful historic centre, including a magnificent Gothic cathedral. The centre is full of restaurants and cafés, the perfect place to enjoy a glass of the golden liquid.

discover Bohemia We travel via the spa town of Karlovy Vary (Karlsbad), which has many magniﬁcent buildings. We continue to mighty hilltop Loket Castle, which dates from the 12th century. The town of Loket featured in the ﬁlm ‘Casino Royale’.

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sPa HoTeL BuTTerFLY, MarienBad 4★

Superb modern hotel with extensive spa facilities in an excellent central location, within easy walking distance of the town centre. www.danubiushotels.com Also includes stays at the following hotel (both ways):raMada HuerTH, CoLoGne HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 7 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Guided walking tour of Marienske Lazne • Prague guide • Karlovy Vary guide • Admission to Loket Castle

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Spectacular Lake Como

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Breathtaking Como A splendid day touring Lake Como, one of prettiest of the Italian Lakes, with breathtaking mountains towering above the glistening blue waters. There are several picturesque lakeside towns to explore. We travel to nearby Menaggio for a morning ‘cappuccino break’. We enjoy a boat trip across the lake to the pretty town of Bellagio for a lunch break. In a wonderful position on a small promontory, backed by mountains, the old town is connected to the lakeside by a series of steep narrow cobbled alleyways. In the afternoon, we take the boat back to Tremezzo, where we visit the beautiful gardens at villa Carlotta. These formal gardens, which were laid out in the 19th century are beautiful, with pretty fountains and impressive sculptures.

Magniﬁcent Maggiore Day excursion to majestic Lake Maggiore. This large lake has the Alps rising in the north and is dotted with pretty little islands. We visit stresa, which has an elegant promenade and many bars and cafes, ideal for watching the world go by! Lovely Lugano We travel to nearby Lugano. This impressive resort has a unique character and although in Switzerland, the feel is distinctively Italian. In the afternoon, we take a funicular railway ride up Mount Bre, for spectacular views over the town and lake. The line which dates from 1912 ascends steeply to the summit deParTures PriCe of what is reputedly the sunniest peak in Switzerland! £919 Sat 14 Oct

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Grand HoTeL CadenaBBia, CadenaBBia 4★

Magniﬁcent lakeside hotel, once a private villa, with spacious and elegant public areas. Excellent views from the rooftop bar and restaurant. www.grandhotelcadenabbia.it Also includes stays at the following hotel (both ways):Leonardo HoTeL, KarLsruHe HHHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 7 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast• • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Cruise ferries on Lake Como • Admission to Villa Carlotta • Funicular ride sinGLe suPP

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Roses,

Barcelona and Beautiful Catalonia 10 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Magnificent Barcelona Morning panoramic tour. There is so much to see and do in this ‘must visit’ destination and we have included a short panoramic tour. Stroll along the wide promenade of Las ramblas; enjoy exploring the narrow alleys of the Gothic Quarter, with its boutique shops and tapas bars; see the sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s great cathedral started construction in 1882 and is still unfinished. salvador dali’s Figueres In the morning we visit Figueres, best known as home of Salvador Dali. His museum, the Teatre-Museu Dali is one of the most visited in Spain and has many surrealist masterpieces. We continue to the attractive town of Besalu, which has a picturesque Romanesque 12th century bridge with a fortified gatehouse halfway across. delightful Cadaques This pretty fishing village full of whitewashed houses has long been a magnet for artists, such as Salvador Dali and Picasso. The journey to Cadaques itself has memorable views of the Bay of Roses Historic Girona We visit Girona, an ancient walled town with narrow medieval streets, known as the ‘City of Four Rivers’. The cathedral has the widest Gothic nave in the world and dates from the 15th century, although some parts are even earlier. There is a well-preserved Jewish quarter and restored Arab baths, a reminder of Moorish times in Spain. Two days at leisure roses is a lovely resort with a long sandy beach and a glorious promenade. The old town is great to explore with lots of restaurants, cafes and tapas bars where you can enjoy a glass of wine deParTures PriCe served direct £985 Sat 7 Oct from the barrel!

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MonTerreY HoTeL, roses 3★

The modern Monterrey Hotel is next to Santa Margarida Beach and about a 30 minute walk from the centre of Roses. Buﬀet dinners. Wine and water with dinner every night in Roses. Some entertainment. www.hotelmonterreyroses.com Also includes stays at the following hotel (both ways):novoTeL diJon sud, MarsannaY La CoTe HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 9 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Barcelona guide sinGLe suPP

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The Lakes and Mountains

of the Austrian Tyrol 8 daYs overniGHT HoTeL Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift or ground floor rooms.

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sonne HoTeL, LandeCK 3★

eXCursions inCLuded We travel to Dover for an afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in Europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through Germany and into austria where we check into our hotel for the next ﬁve nights. We have included four great excursions with a half day free in the resort of Landeck, a popular shopping area with the towns landmark Schloss Landeck or Landeck Castle, dating back to the early 13th century. This is a shared departure with Gardiners nMC, operating from the north east. our clients will join the coach at Thurrock services. innsbruck and swarovski Crystal World Experience the Tyrolean capital of Innsbruck twice host city to the Winter Olympic Games. This afternoon we call at Wattens for a visit and tour of the world famous swarovski Crystal World. arlberg Pass and Landeck This morning’s excursion takes us on a scenic drive over the stunning arlberg Pass, marvel at the amazing sights of the Austrian countryside and call at the pretty village of Lech. This afternoon, relax and enjoy Landeck. achensee railway and achensee Cruise Today we head to Jenbach where we board the fantastic narrow gauge achensee railway to seespitz, another unforgettable experience. We then continue on to achensee where we take a cruise on the largest and most beautiful of the Tyrolean lakes. ziller valley steam Train This morning we journey to Fugen and join the historic ziller valley steam Train, a nostalgic journey through magniﬁcent scenery to Mayrhofen whilst enjoying some live music and a glass of local schnapps en-route! The zillertal is one of Austria’s most famous narrow gauge railways and has been in operation since 1902.

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£729

Telephone Gardiners NMC 01372 731705

The Sonne Hotel is situated just 500m from the centre of Landeck. The hotel facilities include reception, restaurant, day bar, fully automated skittle alley, 2 alleys with cellar bar and sun terrace. The hotel also boasts leisure facilities including a Finnish sauna. All rooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms, radio, cable TV and telephone. www.hotel-sonne-landeck.at What’s included • Home pick up • 2 crew onboard coach • Short sea crossings • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 5 nights all-inclusive in resort* • Visits to Innsbruck, Lech, Swarovski World and Mayrhofen • Journeys on the Achensee River Cruise and Ziller Valley Steam Railways • Cruise on Lake Achensee

* all-inclusive in resort includes • Welcome drink on arrival • Extended buffet breakfasts/lunch • 4 course dinner followed by tea/coffee • Unlimited soft drinks all day, unlimited beer and wine midday- 11pm • One 9 pin bowling evening with prizes • One evening dancing entertainment • One Tyrolean farmers buffet dinner • Farewell candlelit dinner sinGLe suPP

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Italy’s Beautiful Lake Como and

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a Swiss Highlight 8 daYs

overniGHT HoTeLs Our overnight hotels will be minimum three stars standard such as Novotel, Mercure, Ibis or similar. The hotel will have a restaurant and bar. All rooms will offer en-suite facilities and TV. The hotel will offer a lift or ground floor rooms.

HoTeL Bazzoni and du LaC, TreMezzo, LaKe CoMo

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3★

Wordsworth described Lake Como as ‘a treasure which the earth keeps to itself’. It is not simply the natural beauty of the mountain framed waters of Como that is so attractive; it is the sophisticated ambience of the towns and villages that hug its shores… and its proximity to Lake Lugano that makes it a fabulous touring base. No wonder Mr and Mrs George Clooney choose to live here! We travel to Dover for an early afternoon crossing. We continue our journey in Europe to our overnight hotel in time for a three course dinner. Following a good night’s rest, we head on through France and Switzerland to Italy where we check into our hotel for the next five nights. This is a shared departure with Gardiners nMC, operating from the north east. our clients will join the coach at Thurrock services. villa Balbianello and Bellagio This morning, we will visit villa Balbianello in Tremezzino with its amazing history and stunning location jutting out into the lake. You may choose to take a water bus from the jetty to the village of Lenno. Tremezzo Enjoy a day at leisure to relax in our stunning resort or you may like to take the local ferry to varenna. The fairly sedate, attractive lakeside village in the central part of Lake Como is traditionally a fishing village and has colourful houses and villas. The historical centre of Varenna has bars with terraces and a pedestrian walk along the lake shore. Lugano, switzerland Today, we will cross the Swiss border (remembering to bring our passports!) and visit the stylish city of Lugano situated on the shores of Lake Lugano with its grand promenade, chic shops and cafés and amazing yachts. villa Carlotta and Menaggio We spend a morning at the magnificent neo classical villa Carlotta and Gardens, covering over 70,000 square meters with its beautiful art collections and splendid botanical gardens. Later this afternoon we enjoy some free time in Menaggio which offers a variety of bars, shops and restaurants set on a deParTures PriCe beautiful lakeside location. 14th August 2017 £705

www.gardinersnmc.co.uk

With amazing views, the hotel enjoys a central lakefront location in the heart of the quaint village of Tremezzo on the west coast of Lake Como. With comfortable public areas and lounges, a bar and a first floor panoramic restaurant, the hotel also offers an outdoor terrace offering spectacular lake views and lovely gardens to the rear with an outdoor swimming pool. The bedrooms are comfortably furnished (most have a lake view and balcony) all with hairdryer and TV. The hotel has a lift. www.hotelbazzoni.it What’s included • Home pick up • Luxury coach travel • Return short sea crossing • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at overnight hotels • 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in resort • 2 crew on-board the coach • Porterage • Welcome cocktail on arrival in resort • Free bar from 10.00 to 23.59 hrs each day sinGLe suPP

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Western Fjords of Norway 12 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded Experience Western Norway's unforgettable breath taking scenery with soaring peaks and glaciers, cascading waterfalls and dramatic fjords. This region is one of the best preserved attractions on the UNESCO World Heritage list, and rightly so, and where you can see some of the world's highest waterfalls amongst the fjords. We travel overnight from Hull to Rotterdam with low bunk cabins on-board P&O, we then travel to Hamburg and our overnight hotel. Next morning, we join Fjordline with low bunk cabins for a spectacular cruise along the western coastline of Norway as we travel to Bergen. We return the same route – but in reverse with no overnight in Bergen! This is a shared departure with Gardiners nMC, operating from the north east. our clients will join the coach in Hull. Bergen sightseeing This morning we explore Norway's second largest city, Bergen which is set amidst towering mountains. Stroll through the narrow, cobbled streets or wander along the Bryggen, with its picturesque painted wooden houses. Visit the lively harbour with its ﬁsh, fruit and ﬂower market, and enjoy the wide variety of shops, cafés and restaurants. Take a ride on the funicular railway up Mount Floyen for an aerial view of the city. We then continue inland to Voss where we hotel for the next 4 nights. excursions from our hotel in voss: sognefjord sightseeing Experience a full day round-trip tour of the sognefjord. Take in the spectacular scenery of the Vik mountains and visit vangsnes. From here, take the ferry across the sognefjord to Hella and drive along the shores of the fjord passing many fruit farms. Cross the fjord again from Manheller to Fodnes to visit Laerdal before experiencing a drive through the world's longest road tunnel back to the hotel. Hardangerfjord Enjoy a drive along the scenic Hardangerfjord passing through the picturesque village of ulvik, with its wooden houses and scenic mountain backdrop which lies in a sheltered bay, before continuing to eidfjord, stunningly located at the head of the fjord. Visit sima Powerplant, one of the largest hydroelectric power stations in Europe; the voringfossen, Norway's most famous waterfall; Kjeasen mountain farm, perched on a mountain ledge like an eagle's nest, and the Troll Train. voss Explore your host town of voss, sitting beside a beautiful lake and in between the famous Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord. We make the short walk in to the town centre, in the town itself the market square has been a bustling square since ancient times and has regular markets. Built in 1271, the local church is open to deParTures PriCe tourists during the summer months. 6th September 2017 £1539

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ParK HoTeL, voss 4★

Ideally located on the bank of Lake Vangsvatnet, the hotel oﬀers superb views across the lake and mountains. The Park Hotel also oﬀers great accommodation and features restaurant, on-site bar and free Wi-Fi. The en-suite bedrooms include TV, complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel has a lift. www.parkvoss.no What’s included • Home pick up • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast on-board P&O with low berth cabin • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast on-board Fjordline with low berth cabin • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast Hamburg area • 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast Bergen area • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Park Hotel, Voss • 3 amazing excursions sinGLe suPP

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The Cote D’Azur French and Italian Riviera’s

10 daYs

overniGHT HoTeL Good standard hotel similar to Ibis and Novotel, all rooms will be equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone. The hotel will have a lift or ground floor rooms.

eXCursions inCLuded our european holidays depart early morning and travel to dover ready for an early afternoon sailing to France, we then continue on to your overnight hotel in time for dinner. The following morning after a good night’s rest we continue to our destination and resort hotel. enjoy two free days in resort to relax and four interesting and exciting excursions. This is a shared departure with Gardiners nMC, operating from the north east. our clients will join the coach at Thurrock services. san remo and dolceacqua This morning we visit san remo, a town of art, culture and ﬂowers and today (Tuesday) is market day. Later today we head to dolceacqua, a charming village with quaint narrow streets and a stunning castle. Cannes Today’s excursion takes us along the Cote d’azur to Cannes, synonymous with glamour thanks to its worldfamous ﬁlm festival. Its Boulevard de la Croisette, curving along the coast, is lined with sandy beaches, upmarket boutiques and palatial hotels. It’s also home to the Palais des Festivals, a modern building complete with red carpet and Allée des Stars – Cannes’ walk of fame. nice Our next visit is to nice the capital of the French Rivieria, founded by the Greeks and later a retreat for 19thcentury Europe’s elite, the city today balances old-world decadence with modern urban energy. Stroll on the famous Promenade des Anglais or meander through the narrow streets of the old town. Monaco and Monte Carlo A real treat today as we visit Monaco and Monte Carlo, a wonderful day out where we travel along some of the Monaco Grand Prix roads. Explore Monaco taking in such sights as Opera de Monte Carlo, Monte Carlo Casino and the stunning Prince’s Palace of Monaco. Take a stroll around the bay or join the local funicular along to Monte Carlo and discover the ‘Playground to the Stars’ and how the other half live! We depart the hotel day 9 and retrace our steps north to our overnight hotel arriving in time for dinner, next day we continue our journey to Calais ready for a return deParTures PriCe crossing back to the uK and homeward bound. 30th September 2017 £789

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Grand diana MaJesTiC HoTeL, diano Marina 4★

This stunning recently refurbished and fully equipped hotel offers amazing views and service, swimming pool, restaurant, bar, lounge and is ideally located on the beach. All rooms offer en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, mini bar, TV, safe and Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lift. www.dianamajestic.com What’s included • Home pick up • Luxury coach travel • Return ferry crossing • 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Grand Diana Majestic Hotel • 2 overnight hotels on a dinner, bed and breakfast • Excursions to Nice, Cannes, Monaco and Monte Carlo, San Remo and Dolceacqua • Free time in Diano Marina sinGLe suPP

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Bridgwater Carnival

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Bridgwater Carnival In the early afternoon we leave for Bridgwater. The entertainment begins early and you will be able to enjoy the bands, street performances, and children’s parade and soak up the atmosphere before the evening Carnival Parade. The floats are truly amazing, some over 100ft long and all brightly lit by more than 25,000 bulbs. The procession takes over two hours to pass and the Carnival is brought to a dramatic finale with a firework display in the middle of the town. Held since 1605, the spectacular event celebrates the failed attempt by Guy Fawkes to blow up the Houses of Parliament. Please note that dinner is not included this evening. We view the parade from reserved seating. Bath We visit Bath on our return journey. Designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Bath is home to some of the finest architectural sights in Europe; such as the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and The Roman Baths.

BesT WesTern PLus CenTurion HoTeL, MidsoMer norTon 4★ AA

Excellent purpose-built hotel located just nine miles from Bath in a peaceful area with surrounding grounds and a nine-hole golf course. There are two ﬂoors and whilst there is no lift, there are ground ﬂoor rooms (subject to availability). www.centurionhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights bed and breakfast • Dinner on 1 night • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Reserved seating for parade

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Thursford

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eXCursions inCLuded Thursford Christmas spectacular We enjoy lunch at the hotel. Later, we journey into the centre of norwich, where there is time to visit the cathedral, castle or huge covered market for some Christmas shopping. We continue to Thursford, in plenty of time to look around the magniﬁcent steam engines and then enjoy an evening performance of the spectacular. This is the ultimate Christmas musical experience and one of the most popular Christmas shows in the country. A magical blend of exciting festive entertainment, with Christmas songs, carols, dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes, outstanding music and singing from a cast of over one hundred. All this against the backdrop of steam engines and mechanical organs.

BesT WesTern GeorGe HoTeL, norWiCH 3★

Traditional hotel converted from a Victorian townhouse, located about a mile from central Norwich. No lift. www.centurionhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights bed and breakfast • Dinner on 1 night • Lunch on 1 day • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Deluxe ticket for Thursford Christmas Spectacular

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Royal Marines

Christmas Spectacular Ys 3 da

eXCursions inCLuded royal Marines Christmas spectacular Enjoy a day at leisure in Bournemouth. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the town centre and pier. After an early dinner, we travel to the BIC. The world-famous Band of Her Majesty’s royal Marines will end the year with a military music spectacular featuring festive music, military marches, big band hits and popular showstoppers. This entertaining band delights audiences wherever they perform. From royal occasions through to public concerts they are always well received. In addition, their world-renowned Corps of Drums will demonstrate the precision, accuracy and skill for which they have become famous across the globe.

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This popular contemporary property, with a warm welcome and highly regarded food, is located a short walk from the East Cliﬀ. www.thehotelroyale.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Ticket for Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular

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Isle of Wight

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eXCursions inCLuded osborne House osborne House is ‘dressed’ for Christmas. We enjoy a special festive tour of the ground floor and discover how Queen Victoria celebrated Christmas with her family. Waltzing Waters A wonderful sound and light show, where the water ‘dances’ to popular classical music. Circular tour of the island On the west of the island, there is spectacular scenery, where the sheer cliffs plunge down to the English Channel. On the east of there are traditional seaside resorts. entertainment You can expect to enjoy a Mulled wine reception, gala Christmas buffet, quiz with prizes, music, dancing, a magician there is something for everyone on this tour. As an added extra there are a couple of afternoon events as well in the hotel.

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Bourne HaLL CounTrY HoTeL, sHanKLin 3★

Reputedly built in 1860 for one of Queen Victoria’s ladies-in-waiting, this superb country hotel has retained its period features and sense of history. Uniquely located on an elevated position at the foot of Luccombe Downs, the hotel beneﬁts from both countryside and coastal vistas, but is only a few minutes walk from Shanklin Old Village. Premium rooms and suites available at a supplement (please ask at the time of booking). No lift and some stairs. www.bournehallhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admissions to Osborne House • Admission to Waltzing Waters

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Bruges

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Bruges Christmas Market Each Christmas, hundreds of market stalls are set out across the town centre of Bruges, turning its already-charming streets into fairytale festive squares and plazas. Colourful stalls and illuminated stands decorate the beautiful Grote Markt area of the city, creating a captivating Christmas market. These stands are packed with traditional wooden toys for children, confectionery, gifts, jewellery and more. There are also fairground rides, an outdoor ice-rink and horses and carts for you to enjoy, all the while, the scent of honey waﬄe biscuits and other classic Belgian food hangs in the air. Historic Ypres Optional excursion to Ypres, best known for its association with the Great War. Untold numbers of soldiers marched through the town on their way to the front line. Many did not return and today the Menin Gate – Ypres’ Memorial to the Missing – is one of the most poignant focal points for remembering the fallen in Europe. Cité europe We visit Cité europe before boarding our return shuttle back.

HoTeL aCadeMie, BruGes 4★

This recently refurbished hotel is situated in the historic heart of Bruges, just 50m from the famous Lake of Love and the Béguinage. The hotel boasts a lovely winter garden and stylish terrace as well as easy access on foot to the city centre. This is a bed and breakfast break, but there is a restaurant in the hotel and there is a huge selection of restaurants in the city. www.hotelacademie.be What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 3 nights bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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Monschau

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eXCursions inCLuded Monschau Christmas Market Garlands, illuminated trees and fairy lights bathe the Christmas market and the romantic market square in a warm, festive glow. Musical accompaniment is provided by trumpeters in historical costume and alpenhorn trios. Beneath the towers of the castle there is an enchanting 'living' nativity scene in a straw-thatched stable, while a musical shepherd features in the landscaped Nativity scene at St Michael's Church. Maastricht Christmas Market Maastricht is transformed into a winter wonderland during the Christmas season. The Christmas Market oﬀers a variety of gifts. With over 50 stalls of seasonal food and drink, you cannot leave without sampling winter Dutch cuisine such as oliebollen, poﬀertjes and Glühwein. Enjoy the ice skating rink and then taking a ride on the Ferris wheel and enjoy the beautiful view of the city. Cité europe We visit Cité europe before boarding our return shuttle back.

CaraT das viTaLHoTeL, MonsCHau 4★

This attractive 4 star hotel is situated in a quiet location by a pretty stream and only 300 yards from the centre of Monschau with its winding, cobbled streets and old buildings. The restaurant is a perfect setting in which to enjoy the excellent food. The hotel’s own skittles alley and games area are an ideal place to spend the evening, or enjoy a drink in the bistro style bar. www.carathotel.de What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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West Country Festive Welcome Y 5 da

eXCursions inCLuded Cornwall Gold and Falmouth We enjoy a tour of Tolgus Mill, showing the process of tin streaming and how ore is smelted on-site to create exquisite Cornish jewellery. After the tour we visit the workshop and see ﬁrst-hand how stunning pieces of jewellery are created and browse the shop. We then make our way to Falmouth, a thriving harbour and the gateway to the beautiful Fal River, which runs through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. splendid st ives We make a morning visit the charming seaside resort of st ives with its cobbled streets, winding between pretty ﬁshermans' cottages. St Ives is also known for its artistic connections. Truro Cathedral Tour and Lunch We take a fascinating guided tour of the Truro Cathedral, which dates from Victorian times and is one of only three in the UK to have three spires. After the tour we enjoy a delicious soup and sandwich lunch in the cathedral refectory (drinks not included).

entertainment Enjoy live entertainment on two nights, also bingo and a quiz on other nights. There will be a ‘Christmas Dinner’ one night , with a small present.

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The Queens Hotel is family run and has been welcoming visitors since 1862. It oﬀers a high level of comfort and style, with impressive paintings and architecture. Situated on the promenade in Penzance, it is perfectly positioned for a stroll to admire the striking views to St Michael’s Mount and the Lizard Peninsula. www.queens-hotel.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Truro Cathedral tour with soup and sandwich • Entertainment

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Lincoln

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Lincoln Christmas Market Take a trip back through time and stroll along the cobbles the cultural quarter of the city. The medieval square between the impressive Norman castle and magniﬁcent gothic cathedral is the perfect backdrop for the Christmas Market. Visitors are welcomed to this beautiful city and the traditional Christmas Market, where you will enjoy entertainment and stroll around over 250 stalls nestled within the medieval square and surrounding area. nottingham Winter Wonderland En route we visit nottingham’s Winter Wonderland. Traders sell a huge variety of gifts from Artisan Cheeses, Chutneys and Chocolates through to handmade jewellery, Lego themed decorations, handmade winter woollies, wooden handicrafts, silk shawls, plants, a selection of Fairtrade gifts and much much more.

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raMada resorT HoTeL, MarsTon 3★

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, this rustic country hotel was once a farmstead and was imaginatively refurbished to a high standard, during 2014 and 15. www.ramadaresortgrantham.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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Castle Howard

at Christmas and York St Nicholas Fayre

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Castle Howard at Christmas Beautifully decked out each year by the Hon. Simon and Mrs Howard, Christmas at Castle Howard fills the festive season with sparkle and cheer. Inside one of the most magnificent stately homes in the country, we discover breathtaking interiors lit by candle and firelight, dressed with magnificent trees, winter garlands and floral arrangements.

York st nicholas Fayre Traditional chalets shine out from their positions along Parliament Street, St Sampson’s Square and The Judge’s Lodging, where Small Business Christmas will be taking place with stalls selling locally-made handcrafted gifts. Explore davygate and Coppergate for inspired gift and stocking filler ideas or find local flavour at York’s famous shambles Market. We visit York on our return journey.

Burn HaLL HoTeL, HuBY 3★

Victorian mansion house near Easingwold in North Yorkshire countryside, set amidst a stunning eight acres of parkland. Burn Hall is packed full of personality and countryside character! www.burnhallhotelyork.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Castle Howard

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Longleat

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Festival of Light and Bath Christmas Market 3 daYs

Longleat Festival of Light This impressive event sees hundreds of enormous illuminated Chinese lanterns, some measuring up to 18 metres in height, transforming the Wiltshire estate into a glowing wonderland with traditional designs, including dragons and pagodas alongside giant recreations of some of the Safari Park’s famous animals. The event will run alongside traditional Christmas celebrations which include the mansion festively decorated, Giant Musical Christmas Tree and outdoor Ice Skating (pre-booking required). Prior to the event we drive through the safari park and explore the mansion.

Bath Christmas Market Each year the centre of Bath is transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise, as over 170 chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts line the streets surrounding the roman Baths and Bath abbey. Soak up the sights, smells and sounds as you wander around the market; with the aroma of warming mulled wine and freshly baked mince pies, enjoyed with a generous deParTures PriCe sprinkling of cheering carols. We visit Bath on our return journey. Tues 5 Dec

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BesT WesTern THe LiMPLeY sToKe HoTeL, nr BaTH 3★

Overlooking the spectacular Limpley Stoke Valley near Bath, the hotel is a stunning property with extensive gardens and elegant spacious public rooms. It oﬀers the opportunity to relax in the peaceful Georgian lounge in front of the roaring log ﬁres during the winter months. www.limpleystokehotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Longleat sinGLe suPP

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Turkey and Tinsel in Bournemouth

eXCursions inCLuded day 1 ‘Christmas eve’. We break for lunch in Winchester, arriving late afternoon in Bournemouth. Festive entertainment following dinner. day 2 ‘Christmas day’. Morning excursion to the new Forest. Afternoon at leisure to explore Bournemouth. Sherry and Christmas cake followed by bingo. Traditional Christmas fayre served for dinner followed by entertainment.

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day 3 ‘Boxing day’. We enjoy a day excursion to the seaside resort of Weymouth, travelling through the attractive Dorset countryside. Dinner followed by dancing and entertainment. day 4 ‘new Year’s eve’. Morning excursion to Poole. Afternoon tea dance with tea and mince pies. Enjoy a glass of Bucks Fizz before dinner. Later enjoy entertainment. day 5 Homeward journey, breaking for lunch in salisbury.

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Located on the East Cliﬀ, just a short walk from the seafront and local shops and amenities, is this privately-owned hotel and is highly rated. Public areas are contemporary in style, and facilities include a small health club. www.thehotelroyale.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment

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eXCursions inCLuded day 1 Home pick up We break for lunch in Marlborough, arriving late afternoon on the outskirts of Bath.

Christmas eve Designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, Bath is home to some of the finest architectural sights in Europe; such as the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge and The Roman Baths. Drinks and carols with the resident pianist. ‘Merry Christmas’! Mulled wine and canapes, followed by a traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Afternoon tea and Christmas cake. Finger buffet. Our tour manager will organise a festive quiz. Boxing day Morning mystery drive, returning for a buffet lunch. Gala dinner with live music. day 5 Homeward journey.

BesT WesTern THe LiMPLeY sToKe HoTeL, nr BaTH 3★

Please note that Christmas and New Year Programmes are subject to change

BesT WesTern HoTeL roYaLe, BourneMouTH

• Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on 2 days • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment

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Christmas in Bournemouth

eXCursions inCLuded day 1 Arrive mid afternoon in Bournemouth. Dinner and entertainment.

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Christmas eve At leisure for last minute shopping or just a stroll along the promenade in Bournemouth. Drinks reception, dinner and entertainment. ‘Merry Christmas’! Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Afternoon tea and Christmas cake. Buﬀet dinner with entertainment. Boxing day Morning excursion to the new Forest, returning for a buﬀet lunch. In the afternoon, take your seats at the Bournemouth Pavilion for a performance of Jack and the Beanstalk. Evening entertainment.

BesT WesTern HoTeL roYaLe, BourneMouTH 3★ AA

day 5 Homeward journey. Please note that Christmas and New Year Programmes are subject to change

• Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on 2 days • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment • Panto ticket

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day 1 Arrive late afternoon near Stratford-upon-Avon for tea and cakes. Champagne reception, dinner and pianist. Christmas eve We travel into Shakespeare’s stratford-upon-avon for last-minute shopping, returning for lunch at the hotel. Pre-dinner glass of bubbly and carol singers. Dinner and quiz. ‘Merry Christmas’! Morning coffee and biscuits. Traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Afternoon tea and Christmas cake. Buffet dinner and entertainment. Boxing day Morning falconry display at the hotel, with refreshments. Buffet lunch. In the afternoon, we travel to Stratford Artshouse for a performance of Jack and the Beanstalk. Gala dinner with musical entertainment and dancing. day 5 Homeward journey. Please note that Christmas and New Year Programmes are subject to change

sTraTFord Manor HoTeL, near sTraTFord 4★

Located about two miles outside Stratford, this modern hotel set against a rural backdrop with lovely gardens, has excellent leisure facilities. www.qhotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on Christmas Day • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment • Panto ticket

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New Year in Folkestone Ys 4 da

eXCursions inCLuded day 1 We break for lunch in eastbourne, arriving late afternoon in Folkestone. Welcome reception, followed by dinner and entertainment. new Year’s eve We visit the picturesque cathedral city of Canterbury, surrounded by medieval walls and historic buildings. The cathedral has stunning stained glass and a magniﬁcent 14th century nave. There is excellent shopping to enjoy. Bucks Fizz reception, followed by dinner and entertainment. new Year’s day After a leisurely start, we enjoy a mystery drive. Dinner and entertainment. day 4 Homeward journey.

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Splendid traditional hotel, in an excellent quiet location close to The Leas promenade and a 15 minute walk from the town centre. Some rooms overlook the English Channel. The hotel has been refurbished in the past year, including the bedrooms and restaurant. www.theburlingtonhotel.com

Please note that Christmas and New Year Programmes are subject to change

What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment every night

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Devon Cosy Break Ys 5 da

eXCursions inCLuded salcombe Morning drive to the attractive resort of salcombe. The town is close to the mouth of the Kingsbridge Estuary and lies within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Plymouth We travel to the historic port of Plymouth, forever associated with Sir Francis Drake and the Spanish Armada. Today, Plymouth is a vibrant waterfront city packed full of attractions, activities, shopping, entertainment and sightseeing. Torquay Morning visit to the nearby ‘Riviera’ resort of Torquay, which has a wealth of attractions such as Torre Abbey which dates from the 12th century. Why not walk the ‘Agatha Christie Mile’ along the pleasant seafront? entertainment Enjoy entertainment every night.

BurLinGTon HoTeL, FoLKesTone

Queens HoTeL, PaiGnTon 3★

A warm welcome awaits at this comfortable traditional hotel, located some 200 yards from the town centre. With highly regarded food, an indoor pool and entertainment, this is a great hotel to relax and unwind after the Christmas period. Entertainment every night. www.queenspaignton.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment every night

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Snowdrops at Hodsock Priory Ys a d 3

eXCursions inCLuded Hodsock Priory The snowdrops at Hodsock are world-renowned and attract over 20,000 visitors every year. There are ﬁve acres of formal gardens and 12 acres of snowdrop covered woodland to discover. Explore the formal gardens and take in the secluded splendour of the 19th century country house estate. Look out for two very distinctive Snowdrop species; 'Barbara's Double' and the 'Lady Beatrix Stanley', both named after late members of the Buchanan family (Lady Barbara Buchanan and her mother) who were great gardeners in their day. Our group will enjoy a very special ‘Tour and Taste’ programme with warm drinks on arrival, a guided tour and a light lunch.

BesT WesTern PLus WesT reTFord HoTeL, reTFord 3★ AA

18th-century manor house situated in the historic market town of Retford, set in over 4 acres of professionally landscaped gardens. The hotel is a pleasing blend of traditional and modern. No lift but ground ﬂoor rooms available on request. www.westretfordhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 2 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Hodsock Priory and tour • Warm drinks on arrival and light lunch

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Cornwall Break

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Truro and historic Charlestown We visit the cathedral city of Truro. Later we travel to Charlestown, near St Austell. This picturesque Grade II listed harbour doubled for Truro Harbour in ‘Poldark’. Dating from the late 18th century, there are usually historic vessels in port and there is a fascinating Shipwreck Centre.

roseMundY House HoTeL, sT aGnes 3★

Pleasant family-owned and run hotel in an elegant Queen Anne house, set in well maintained secluded gardens in unspoilt St Agnes. There are quiet lounge areas and the restaurant serves excellent food. The hotel is very highly rated. There are two ﬂoors and whilst there is no lift, there are ground ﬂoor rooms (subject to availability). www.rosemundy.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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Bournemouth

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explore the new Forest Originally a hunting forest for William the Conqueror, this delightful area is home to unusual ﬂora and fauna including ponies that roam free. We visit the attractive town of Lyndhurst. We return to the hotel for a hot one-course lunch. Purbeck Panorama We travel through the attractive countryside of the Isle of Purbeck, breaking for coﬀee in the historic riverside town of Wareham. We continue to the delightful oldfashioned resort of swanage for a lunch break. We have included a packed lunch today. day at leisure Bournemouth is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the country with six miles of sandy beaches, two piers and endless ideas for entertainment. There is a hot onecourse lunch today.

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Located on the East Cliﬀ, just a short walk from the seafront, local shops and amenities, this privately-owned hotel is highly rated. Public areas are contemporary in style, and facilities include a small health club. Bar drinks included every night (6-9pm – house wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks) www.thehotelroyale.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on 3 days • Bar drinks included every night (6-9pm – house wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks) • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Entertainment on 2 nights

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Southport

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Morecambe and stately Leighton We travel north to the seaside resort of Morecambe, where you can see a statue of ‘Eric’, unveiled by the Queen in 1999. In the afternoon, we travel to Leighton Hall, home of the furniture-making Gillow family, a romantic gothic stately home in a wonderful setting, with views to the Cumbrian Fells. We have included a packed lunch today. Maritime Liverpool We travel to Liverpool and the celebrated albert dock. There is so much to see and do in this superbly redeveloped area. The Tate Liverpool is the most visited museum of contemporary art outside London. The Beatles Story tells the journey of the Fab Four. The Maritime Museum tells the story of Liverpool’s rich maritime past. We have included a packed lunch today. day at leisure southport is a classic seaside resort with scenic parks and gardens and fabulous shopping. See the UK’s oldest iron pier. There is a hot one-course lunch today.

BesT WesTern HoTeL roYaLe, BourneMouTH

BesT WesTern roYaL CLiFTon HoTeL, souTHPorT 3★

This grand, traditional hotel beneﬁts from a prime location on the promenade. Over recent years it has been thoughtfully refurbished and now oﬀers comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities, including a health club and spa. Bar drinks included every night (6-9pm – house wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks) www.royalclifton.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Lunch on 3 days • Bar drinks included every night (6-9pm – house wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks) • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Leighton Hall • Bingo and quiz night

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Eastbourne

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Battle and Hastings We travel to Battle, a charming market town which grew up around Battle abbey, scene of the Battle of Hastings which took place on 14th October 1066. We continue to the resort of Hastings. Bexhill-on-sea Morning visit to the birthplace of British motor racing, home of the de La Warr Pavilion. Inspired by the 9th Earl De La Warr, the Pavilion was built in 1935 as a pioneering centre for cultural excellence for local people and visitors alike. In 2005, an £8m redevelopment programme continued that vision, creating an international centre for contemporary art.

day at leisure One of the foremost resorts on the south coast, eastbourne has a wonderful promenade where the ‘carpet gardens’ are a blaze of colour in the summer. A Victorian Pier, Napoleonic fortress, leisure pool, Sovereign Harbour, Dotto Train, boat trips and a 1930's bandstand are just a few of the attractions along Eastbourne seafront. Enjoy excellent shopping in the High Street and Arndale Centre.

BesT WesTern YorK House HoTeL 3★

This elegant Victorian hotel boasts a stunning seafront position just 400 yards from Eastbourne pier and a 10 minute walk from Eastbourne town centre. Twin rooms available on request. www.bw-yorkhouse.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Bingo and quiz night

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Sidmouth

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exe estuary cruise We travel to the delightful resort of Exmouth. In the afternoon, we take a cruise in the calm waters of the exe estuary with an entertaining commentary. We pass Cockwood, Starcross and Powderham Castle, returning with marvellous views of Exmouth. exeter and historic Fursdon Historic exeter has a magniﬁcent cathedral, a ruined castle and one of the narrowest streets in the world! In the afternoon, we travel to Fursdon, one of Devon’s hidden gems, for a private guided tour and a cream tea. Fursdon is an elegant house with pleasant gardens; it is also home to one of Devon's oldest families.

day at leisure Described by John Betjeman as 'A town caught still in a timeless charm’, this pleasant traditional seaside resort has been popular since Regency times. Farewell lunch We break for a farewell lunch at the Rising Sun in New Milton in the New Forest (two courses with tea/coﬀee included).

roYaL YorK and FauLKner HoTeL, sidMouTH 3★

Splendid highly-rated hotel, with Regency charm and grandeur in a wonderful position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant Esplanade. The Royal York and Faulkner has been family-owned and run for over 60 years and oﬀers high standards of service. The public areas are spacious and there are spa facilities to enjoy. Twin rooms available on request. www.royalyorkhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • River Exe cruise • Fursdon guided tour and cream tea • Farewell lunch

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Singles in Scotland 7 daYs

CrieFF HYdro HoTeL, CrieFF 4★ STB

eXCursions inCLuded scone Palace We enjoy a private guided tour of scone Palace, near Perth. Fifteen hundred years ago it was the capital of the Picts. In the intervening centuries, it has been the seat of parliaments and the crowning place of the Kings of Scots, including Macbeth and Robert The Bruce. The palace houses an outstanding collection of antiques, paintings and rare artefacts and the grounds are renowned throughout the world. Afternoon visit to the Famous Grouse for a tour and tasting at Scotland's oldest working distillery. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs We enjoy a scenic tour of the beautiful landscapes of this stunning part of Scotland. We travel via Loch Earn and Glen Dochart, travelling the full length of Loch Lomond to Balloch. In the afternoon, we enjoy a one hour circular tour of Loch Lomond's south basin with views of the magniﬁcent Ben Lomond and passing a number of Loch Lomond's stately homes and castles along the shoreline. Pitlochry and ‘Queens view’ We visit Pitlochry, which became popular in Victorian times, when Queen Victoria stayed at Blair Castle and was impressed with the wonderful scenery. In the afternoon we travel to the nearby beauty spot of Queens View, said to have been named after Queen Isabella, wife of Robert the Bruce. The views are beautiful.

Excellent resort hotel with a Victorian spa, set amongst 900 acres of Scottish countryside. There is a host of activities including leisure facilities and even an in-house cinema. Food is highly commended and there is a Scottish themed dinner on one night. Thoroughly recommended. Twin rooms available on requestt. www.crieﬀhydro.com Also includes overnight stays at the following hotels (both ways) :HoLidaY inn neWCasTLe GosForTH ParK HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Admission to Scone Palace • Tour and tasting at Famous Grouse • Loch Lomond cruise

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C o n T i n e n Ta L

Nice Carnival

8 daYs

eXCursions inCLuded nice Carnival nice Carnival almost rivals Rio with its extravagant and colourful parades down the Promenade des Anglais. With over 1,100 dancers and musicians from all over the world, the carnival brings the streets of Nice alive under clear blue skies. After the 2017 theme - the King of Energy - which was a symbol of strength and resilience, His Majesty the Carnival King will be the King of Space (Roi de l'Espace) in 2018. Nice Carnival has one of the longest histories of any carnival and is traditionally a celebration before the start of lent. A truly exciting and memorable event. We have reserved seating to watch the parade. Monaco We travel to the millionaire’s haven of Monaco. Home of the most glamorous of all the grand prix races, opulence is everywhere from the most expensive real estate in Europe to billionaires yachts bobbing around in the harbour. The principality is most famous for its casino, setting for the first James Bond book. Also, see the spectacular Royal Palace, home of the Grimaldi Family, heads of this small state for over 700 years. Grasse Grasse is world-renowned for its perfume industry. Many of world’s finest fragrances are produced in Grasse and the hills around the village are filled with jasmine, hyacinths, roses, violets and oranges. We have included admission to the Fragonard Perfumery and Museum or the Museum of Costume. at leisure Home of the world-famous film festival that takes place every May. Cannes has long been a magnet for the rich and famous, with lavish villas, apartments and luxury hotels overlooking fashionable La Croisette and the blue Mediterranean. The old town is very picturesque with narrow winding streets. Of course, shopping is a favourite pastime with many designer boutiques to explore. deParTures

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MonTaiGne HoTeL, Cannes 4★

Centrally located in Carnot Boulevard, this spa hotel, with excellent leisure facilities, is about a 10-minute walk from the Palace of Festivals, Congress Hall and La Croisette. www.hotel-montaigne.com Also includes stays at the following hotel (both ways):MerCure HoTeL diJon CLeMenCeau, diJon HHH What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • Eurotunnel crossings • 7 nights dinner, bed and buﬀet breakfast • Services of a Tour Director throughout • Seat at Nice Carnival • Admission to Fragonard sinGLe suPP

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The English Riviera

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south devon railway and dartmoor We enjoy a return ride on the south devon railway from Buckfastleigh to Totnes, along the beautiful Dart Valley. In the afternoon, we venture on to dartmoor national Park, visiting Widdecombein-the-Moor, of ‘Uncle Tom Cobley’ fame. The Church of St Pancras is known as the ‘Cathedral of the Moors’. Pleasant Torquay Morning visit to the nearby ‘Riviera’ resort of Torquay, which has a wealth of attractions such as Torre Abbey which dates from the 12th century. Why not walk the ‘Agatha Christie Mile’ along the pleasant seafront?

Queens HoTeL, PaiGnTon 3★

A warm welcome awaits at this comfortable traditional hotel, located some 200 yards from the town centre. With highly regarded food, an indoor pool and entertainment, this is a popular hotel. Entertainment every night. www.queenspaignton.com What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 3 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Railway ride

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Easter in Cheshire and the Terracotta Warriors Ys 5 da

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eXCursions inCLuded Tatton Park and anderton Boat Lift In the morning, we ride on the unique restored anderton Boat Lift – the ‘Cathedral of the Canals’, which provides a vertical 50 foot link between the River Weaver and Trent and Mersey Canal. Later we visit Tatton Park (National Trust, admission extra), one England’s most complete and ﬁnest estates. The old hall was the manor house until the late 17th century, when work commenced on a new house. The neoclassical mansion is celebrated for its Gillows furniture and collection of ceramics, paintings and books. The library collection is considered one of the ﬁnest in the National Trust. There are 50 acres of formal gardens and a 1000 acre deer park, with a working rare breed farm.

Medieval and roman Chester Chester is packed full of treasures such as the medieval walls and picturesque black and white timbered buildings. The cathedral dates from the 11th century and the Grosvenor Museum has relics from Roman times, when Chester was known as Deva. You can shop in the galleried ‘Rows’, which date from medieval times. Terracotta Warriors and Liverpool We travel to Liverpool with a visit to The Terracotta Warriors Exhibition at the World Museum. This will be the ﬁrst time in more than 30 years that spectacular national cultural treasures from the tomb of China’s First Emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, will be brought to a museum in the UK outside London. This vast burial site and tomb complex was discovered near Xi’an in North West China in 1974, and the story deParTures PriCe of the tomb’s Terracotta Warriors will be displayed alongside important artefacts. Later there is free time to explore the celebrated albert dock. £485 Thu 29 Mar 18

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ParK roYaL HoTeL, near WarrinGTon 4★

Excellent Q Hotel set in two and a half acres of grounds at the edge of Stretton village. The hotel blends a mix of modern facilities with elegant grandeur. Part of the hotel was built in 1831 as a vicarage to the nearby St Matthew's Church. There are extensive leisure facilities including tennis courts. www.qhotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Anderton Boat Lift trip • Admission to Terracotta Warriors exhibition sinGLe suPP

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Easter in York and Lincoln

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Historic Lincoln We visit the historic cathedral city of Lincoln. The cathedral is one of the ﬁnest Gothic buildings in Europe. Lincoln Castle is one of the most impressive remaining Norman castles and has one of only four original copies of the Magna Carta. In the afternoon, we enjoy a cruise on Brayford Belle, for a diﬀerent perspective of this historic city.

Magnificent Medieval York A full day excursion to historic York, which has a multitude of attractions. In the Jorvik Centre discover the sights, sounds and smells of an authentically recreated Viking city as it stood over 1,000 years ago. The Castle Museum offers you the opportunity to stroll down an authentically recreated Victorian street. See Mallard at The National Railway Museum. Housing some of the world's greatest treasures, York Minster is one of the world's most magnificent cathedrals, with foundations rooted in England's earliest religious history. Brodsworth Hall and Gardens Explore the changing fortunes of a wealthy Victorian family in this once opulent Yorkshire country home. Discover 150 years of family life documented at Brodsworth Hall, from silk and chandeliers, to the austerity of life during WWII. Take a walk around the labyrinthine 'grand gardens in miniature', now restored to their Victorian glory. deParTures PriCe Thu 29 Mar 18

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ForesT Pines HoTeL and GoLF resorT, nr BrouGHTon 4★

Truly excellent modern Q Hotel, set in 190 acres of woodland, with a championship golf course and spa facilities. There are extensive leisure facilities. www.qhotels.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout • Brayford Belle boat trip • Admission to Brodsworth

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Easter in Suffolk

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scenic suﬀolk Coast Break for coﬀee at stonham Barns. Break for lunch in the picturesque resort of southwold, which has a pleasant pier and colourful beach huts, some of which sell for over £100,000 each! Later travel past ‘the House in the Clouds’ to attractive aldeburgh.

ickworth and Bury st edmunds We visit ickworth House (National Trust, admission extra). Built as an 18th century Italian-style showcase for the Hervey family’s collections of Georgian silver, Regency furniture, books and ﬁne paintings – the grand central Rotunda dominates the landscape. Also enjoy some time to explore Bury st edmunds (coach will set down in the centre). A traditional market town with a fascinating heritage, there is a pleasing combination of medieval architecture, elegant Georgian squares and the glorious cathedral and abbey gardens. Why not pop into The Nutshell, Britain’s smallest pub! Lavenham and Constable Country We take a leisurely morning drive to the picture-postcard town of Lavenham. Later we tour Constable country, breaking for lunch in dedham. See picturesque villages, rolling farmland, rivers, meadows, ancient woodlands and a wide variety of local wildlife.

BesT WesTern PriorY HoTeL, BurY sT edMunds 3★

Excellent 18th century Grade II listed building on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds, set in beautiful gardens. Our rooms are located in the courtyard. No lift (ground ﬂoor rooms, subject to availability). www.prioryhotel.co.uk What’s included • Door to door service • Luxury coach travel • 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast • Services of a Tour Guide throughout

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our TradinG CHarTer WiTH You does THis TradinG CHarTer aPPLY To MY BooKinG? Yes, if you are booking a “package” to which the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 apply and which does not comprise a flight, but not otherwise. In brief, those Regulations apply to a booking of at least two of the following components when sold or offered for sale at an inclusive price and when the service covers a period of more than twenty-four hours or includes overnight accommodation: l transport,

l accommodation,

l other tourist services not ancillary to transport or accommodation and accounting for a significant proportion of the package. WHY sHouLd i read THis? Because it is very important. Our Trading Charter forms a key part of our agreement with you because it not only comprises the booking terms and conditions for the booking of your package, but also the Consumer Guarantee (described below) from The Bonded Coach Holidays Group (“BCH Group”), part of the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK, providing protection for the money you pay to us for the booking should we go out of business. Both the booking terms and conditions and the Consumer Guarantee, together with the confirmation of booking we give you at the time we commit to your booking for you, together make up the legally binding contract between you as the lead name making the booking, anyone else in your party and us. [See note 4] When you make this booking as the lead name you undertake that you are 18 and have the authority to accept, and do accept, on behalf of your party the terms of this Trading Charter. This contract is made subject to the terms of this Trading Charter, which are governed by English Law, and the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. However, if you are resident in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you are able to choose the law and courts in your country, but if you wish to do so we would ask you to request this before placing your booking. [See note 5] This Trading Charter and the Consumer Guarantee will not apply to any booking involving any type of flight. Instead, if you are booking a holiday which includes a flight, you will be supplied with the full booking conditions of the ATOL holder arranging your holiday with whom you have a contract. Your booking agent will have a copy or alternatively you can request one prior to booking your holiday from Gardiners NMC Ltd, 18 Coopies Haugh, Coopies Lane Ind. Est., Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 6JN. If you did not see this Trading Charter before you made your booking and you are not happy to proceed with the booking now that you have seen it, please return all documentation to us or the booking agent through whom you booked within 7 days of receiving this Trading Charter. Your booking will be cancelled and your monies will be returned in full, provided you have not commenced your travel. HoW and WHen do i MaKe THis ConTraCT WiTH You? We welcome you making contact with us in a number of ways. You can write to us, phone us, use a travel or booking agent, email, or visit our website www.gardinersnmc.co.uk. Whichever way you contact us, the contract is made when your booking is entered on to our reservation system and we issue a confirmation of booking. We will send you, or your booking agent the confirmation of your booking within 7 days. Please check this confirmation very carefully to ensure all the information is correct and tell us, or your agent, immediately of any errors.

HoW is MY MoneY For THe PaCKaGe i BooK ProTeCTed? Your money is protected by the Consumer Guarantee described below and provided to you by the BCH Group. This is possible because we subscribe to the Code of Conduct of the BCH Group, which requires us to take out a bond from a financial entity in favour of the BCH Group for it to use to provide protection for your package money in the unlikely event that, for financial reasons, we can’t carry out our booking obligations to you. BCH Group Consumer Guarantee The Bonded Coach Holiday Group guarantees to you that in the event of our failure through insolvency to provide your package as booked, BCH Group will: a. wherever possible, arrange for your package to be completed; b. where failure occurs after your package has begun, arrange for you and those in your party covered by the booking to be returned by an appropriate means of transport to their UK area of departure; c. if the package cannot be completed as booked, to reimburse your booking-payments received by us, provided that BCH Group will first take in to account and withhold an appropriate amount if any part of the service has already been provided (including any substituted service) or you are entitled to a refund from your credit card provider. In the event that you are to be reimbursed under the BCH Group consumer guarantee, you will be asked to assign absolutely to BCH Group any right, claim or cause of action which you may have arising out of or connected with the subject matter and will be asked to assist BCH Group in any claim brought by them connected with the subject matter. PaYMenTs BY CrediT Card If you made payment for the booking of any services using a credit card it is likely in many circumstances that you have recourse against the credit card company in the event of services not being supplied in whole or in part due to the supplier’s financial failure. In those circumstances, you will be advised to check that you have exhausted your remedies against the credit card company. WHen do i need To PaY For MY PaCKaGe and HoW MuCH? We reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the packages that we advertise. At the time of booking you will be told the current price of the package. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking. You will be told at what point in time you will become committed to a booking, but we are not committed to the booking until such time as we provide you with our confirmation of booking. Our commitment is always conditional upon any balance being paid before the dates listed below. If you book within our balance due period you will need to pay the total package cost at the time of your booking. If you do not pay the outstanding balance for your package on or before the date when it is due we may cancel your booking and you will be required to pay the cancellation charges detailed below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date on which we receive your written confirmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes first. Deposit £30 per person or 10% on holidays costing over £300 Your balance is due 6 weeks prior to departure Where optional items are purchased as part of the package these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost will be payable at a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refundable unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use.

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iF i use an aGenT WHo does MY MoneY BeLonG To? Your agent will hold your deposit on your behalf until we issue a confirmation of your booking, which confirms there is a contract between us. The agent then holds this money on our behalf. The agent holds the balance you pay on our behalf until the date the balance is due. The agent will then forward to us. Can You CHanGe THe PriCe oF MY PaCKaGe aFTer You Have issued THe BooKinG ConFirMaTion? Yes we can, but only in very limited circumstances and not within 30 days of your departure. The price of your package can be varied due to changes in:l Transportation costs such as fuel and/or fuel tax, ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals; l Exchange rates applied to the particular package booked; or

l Dues and taxes including changes in VAT or any other Government imposed charges. In the case of any variation described above, an amount equivalent to 2% of the price of your package, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges, will be absorbed. An administration fee of £1 per person will be paid by you. If this means that you would have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your package before increase, you may cancel it and receive a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your revised invoice. Alternatively, you can accept an offer of an alternative comparable package of equivalent or superior quality, if available, or an alternative package of lower quality, if available. You may then transfer payment made in respect of the original package to the alternative package. If the cost of the alternative package is less than the original package, the difference in price will be refunded. We will also pay compensation as set out below. Please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your package due to contractual and other protection in place. We calculate the price of your package using the exchange rates quoted on the Financial Times Guide to World Currencies on 11 May 2017 using the following currencies – Euro £1 = Euro 1.18 Can i CHanGe MY PaCKaGe arranGeMenTs? After we have issued our booking confirmation we will do our best to accommodate any changes you may want to make but we cannot guarantee to do so. Any changes must be notified to us in writing and signed by the lead person who made the booking. If we are able to make the changes an amendment fee of £20 will be payable plus the cost that we incur in making the amendment. The costs of making a change increases the closer to the departure date you want to make it. Some arrangements, like particular types of tickets, cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the cost of the ticket. Can i TransFer MY BooKinG To soMeone eLse? You can transfer your booking to someone else provided you give us reasonable notice. This person must be able to satisfy all the conditions for the package and a change cannot normally be made later than seven days prior to departure. We will make an administration charge of £20 per booking for every transfer we make plus any reasonable additional costs caused by the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring that the package is paid for by the balance due date. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate liability of the transferee to us.

HoW Can i CanCeL MY PaCKaGe? You, or any member of your party, may cancel at any time provided that the cancellation is made by the person in whose name we issued the confirmation of booking and is communicated to us in writing via the office at which you made your original booking. You will have to pay cancellation charges set out in the scale below to cover our estimated loss resulting from the cancellation. If you are insured against cancellation you may be able to recover the charges from your insurers. Your cancellation will take effect from the date when either the travel agent or we receive your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers that you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. sCaLe oF CanCeLLaTion CHarGes Period before departure within Amount which written cancellation of of cancellation package price is received charge as a % of total package cost More than 42 days

Deposit only

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Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package Total package cost WHaT HaPPens iF You CHanGe MY PaCKaGe? The arrangements for your package will usually have been made many months in advance. Sometimes changes are unavoidable and we reserve the right to make them at any time. Most of these changes are likely to be minor and we will do our best to keep you or your booking agent informed. If, after booking and before departure, we make a significant change to your package you will have the option of withdrawing from the package without penalty or alternatively you may transfer to another package without paying an administration fee. In either case we will pay you compensation according to the scale set out below. A significant change includes a change in departure time or return time of more than 12 hours, a change of departure point, location of resort or type of hotel, (excluding single overnight hotels on touring packages where the quality of the hotel is comparable), a change of mode when crossing the Channel, or the specification of the coach. If you withdraw from the package because we have made a significant change or if we have to cancel your package for any reason other than non-payment by you we will offer you the choice of: l A comparable replacement package if available; or:

l a replacement package of lower quality together with a refund of the price difference; or: l a full refund of the money you have paid.

When we have notified you of the changes and options available, you must tell us your decision as soon as possible and within any timescale we may set bearing in mind the need to safeguard the booking arrangements of other customers. sCaLe oF CoMPensaTion We will pay you compensation for significant changes on the following scale: Period before departure in which significant change is notified to you or your agent

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15 to 25 days

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£25

Compensation for short breaks below 4 days could be reduced to 50% of the above rates Payment of compensation according to the scale set out above will not affect your statutory right to claim further compensation if, in all the circumstances, you remain dissatisfied. If, prior to departure, we make a significant change to your package arrangements or cancel your package we will pay you compensation on the above scale unless:l the package is cancelled because the number of persons who agreed to take it is less than the minimum number required, and you were informed of the cancellation in writing or where the performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected (for example but not limited to delay, cancellations, change of itinerary, change of accommodation, change of transport) by “Force Majeure”.

l Force Majeure means an event which we or the supplier(s) of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid and is therefore an event beyond our or the supplier’s reasonable control. These events include but are not limited to strikes, riots, political/civil unrest, government acts, hostilities, war, threat of war, terrorist activity or threat of terrorist activity, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, flood, tornadoes, hurricanes, transportation problems, airport closures, and severe weather conditions. We suggest that you take out adequate travel insurance to cover such eventualities. [In the unlikely event that the performance of our contractual obligations are prevented or affected due to Force Majeure after departure, we regret we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any from our suppliers)]

l Advice from the Foreign Office to avoid or leave a particular country may constitute Force Majeure. We will follow the advice given by the Foreign Office.

Payment of compensation according to the scale set out above will not affect your statutory right to claim further compensation if, in all the circumstances, you remain dissatisfied. If, after departure, we need to make a change to a significant proportion of your package we will do our best to make suitable alternative arrangements at no extra cost to you. If it proves impossible to make suitable alternative arrangements, or if you have reasonable grounds for refusing the alternative offered, we will arrange transport back to your point of departure, or to an alternative location that we agree to, Unless the change is as a result of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control (force majeure as described above), you will also be entitled to compensation. WHaT is THe eXTenT oF our LiaBiLiTY? Your package contract with us will be performed or provided with reasonable skill and care. We accept responsibility if you or customers named in the booking suffer death or personal injury, or the contractual arrangements are not provided as promised as a result of the failure of us or our agents or suppliers or the employees of each whilst acting in the course of their employment unless the failure or improper performance is due to:l you, or

l any of the following: a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements, or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or

an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall provided that in these 3 events we would still endeavour to give prompt assistance if you are in difficulty and, if you inform us that you don’t believe you have received the contracted service, we will make prompt efforts to find appropriate solutions. For claims which involve death or personal injury we do not impose any restriction upon our liability to the extent that it arises from our negligence. For all other claims which do not involve personal injury or death:

l the most we will have to pay if we are liable to you is twice [see note 31] the price you’ve paid for your package (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges).

l Our liability will also be limited in accordance with/or in line with all relevant international convention. These include the Athens Convention (applies to transport by ship), the Berne Convention (applies to transport by rail), the Geneva Convention (applies to transport by road) and the Paris Convention (applies to accommodation). You can get copies of the relevant conventions from the Internet or from us. You should also note that these conventions limit or remove the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We will apply the limits of these Conventions to any payments to you as if we were the carrier. The above suppliers (such as accommodation or transport providers) have their own booking conditions or conditions of carriage, and these conditions may limit or remove the relevant transport provider’s or other supplier’s liability. You can get copies of such conditions from our offices, or the offices of the relevant supplier. We will pay you in accordance with these conditions which are incorporated into the Trading Charter. If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to take action against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness. NB: this clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter into for excursions or activities during or outside of your package. WHaT do i need To do iF i Have To CoMPLain? If you have a complaint during your package you should tell the driver/representative or supplier at the earliest opportunity so that they can do their utmost to resolve the problem immediately. If they are unable to resolve the problem to your satisfaction you should complete a Holiday Report Form which is available from the driver/representative. You will be given a copy of this report which you should keep. If, on your return from your package, you remain dissatisfied you should write within 28 days to the Managing Director, Gardiners NMC Limited, 18 Coopies Haugh, Coopies Lane Industrial Estate, Morpeth, NE61 6JN. In your letter you will need to quote your booking reference number, holiday number, departure date and the number of the Holiday Report Form [or alternative method of identifying the form] which you completed at the time. If you do not tell us at the earliest opportunity about a problem giving rise to your complaint we cannot take steps to investigate and rectify it at the time. We will take into account the date you first drew the problem to the attention of our driver/representative or supplier when responding to your complaint and it may affect your rights under this Trading Charter if we have not been able to investigate and remedy the situation at the time.

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The Confederation of Passenger Transport UK has an arbitration scheme and full details are available from them. This scheme does not apply to claims that arise mainly in respect of physical injury or illness or the consequences of any illness or injury. our CoaCHes/seaTinG arranGeMenTs We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification as described in our brochure or advertisement but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should unforeseen circumstances arise. There is a seating plan of the coach for each package, but it is possible that on occasions operational reasons will require a coach with a different configuration to be used. We therefore reserve the right to alter a coach-seating plan and allocate seats other than those you have booked. Requests for particular seats can be made on most packages when booking but because allocations are made on a first come, first served basis you are recommended to book early. When your booking is confirmed you will be offered the best seats that are available at that time. If you know someone who may want to book later but sit near you please discuss this with the booking clerk at the time you make your booking. If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be booked and paid for in advance, at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated to you is insufficient for your needs and there is no alternative seating available then you will be refused access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches which operate on feeder services between joining points and main package departure points or on coaches which carry out transfers to and from seaports, airports etc. HoTeL FaCiLiTies Some hotel facilities, such as indoor or outdoor swimming pools or leisure facilities, may from time to time be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal availability. The provision of these facilities is therefore not guaranteed. HeaLTH & saFeTY durinG Your PaCKaGe In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. Further information can be obtained from your GP or from your travel agent who can provide you with the leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers” published by the Department of Health. Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period of time. If you are planning to undertake a bus or coach journey of more than 3 hours you should consult your doctor if you have ever had DVT or pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, a stroke, heart or lung disease or if you have had major surgery in the past 3 months. We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of a doctor’s certificate confirming that you are fit to travel. During the journey we will provide comfort stops as frequently as possible. During these stops you are encouraged to get off the coach and walk around. Exercise reduces any discomfort which may be caused by periods of immobility. During any journey you should drink alcohol only in moderation as it leads to dehydration. PassenGer ConduCT We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. But you must remember that you are responsible for your behaviour and hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any member of your party is abusive or disruptive or behaves in a way which, in our reasonable opinion, could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday, or which could damage property, we have the right, after reasonable consideration, to terminate your contract with us. If this happens we will have no further obligations or

liability to you. The coach driver/representative, ship's captain, or authorised official of other means of transport is entitled to refuse you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being violent or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges according to the scale set out above. If the refusal is on the return journey we have the right to terminate the contract and will have no further obligations or liability to you. no sMoKinG PoLiCY Smoking is not permitted on our coaches, this includes E-Cigarettes PeTs We do not allow pets to taken on our packages. Registered Assistance Dogs will normally be accommodated on UK packages but not on overseas packages. PiCK uP PoinT, iTineraries, TraveL doCuMenTs and PassPorT You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time, with the correct documents and we cannot be held liable for any loss or expense suffered by you or your party because of an incorrect passport or late arrival at the departure point. If you are a British citizen travelling outside the United Kingdom you must have a full UK passport valid for a minimum of three months after your scheduled date of return. Non-UK citizens must seek passport and visa advice from the relevant consulates or embassies of the countries you plan to visit prior to making a booking for one of our packages (and you are advised to check with the relevant consulate or embassy to ensure you allow sufficient time before your departure to apply for a visa). The name on the passport must match the name on the ticket. If someone in your party changes name after the booking is made you must tell us immediately so that we can issue the ticket in the new name. When you have paid the balance we will send you or your booking agent all the necessary labels so that you receive them in good time for your holiday. Certain travel documents may have to be retained by us and your driver/courier will then issue them to you at the relevant time. If you lose a travel document after it has been issued to you we will require you to meet the direct cost charged by the carrier/supplier for the issue of a duplicate or replacement. Gardiners NMC Limited, reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from the competent authorities in the United Kingdom and any other sovereign state through which the tour will operate. We recommend that you read the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advice about your holiday at www.fco.gov.uk. Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking and are part of your package are detailed on the relevant brochure page and refunds will not be made for any excursion not taken. Optional excursions may be booked and paid for in resort but these will not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings, grounds etc. are not included in the price of the package unless otherwise stated on the relevant brochure page. WHaT HaPPens iF i aM deLaYed? Your travel insurance may cover you for some delays. In addition where you are delayed for more than six hours in any one day we will seek to minimise any discomfort and where possible, arrange for refreshments and meals. do i need To TaKe ouT TraveL insuranCe? We strongly advise all our customers to take out travel insurance to cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your

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package, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers. HoLidaY TraveL insuranCe A Special Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme is available for all passengers travelling on our holidays which is arranged with ERV (the UK branch of Europäische Reiseverscherung AG) who are Licensed by the Bundesanstalt fur Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BAFIN – www.bafin.de) and approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA – www.fca.gov.uk) to undertake insurance business in the UK. Should You wish to take advantage of our Holiday Travel Insurance please include the appropriate premium when booking Your holiday. deMands and needs This insurance policy will suit the Demands and Needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no excluded pre-existing medical conditions, are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified claim limits. iMPorTanT We will not provide You with advice about the suitability of this product for Your individual needs but will be happy to provide You with factual information. We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes SPECIALITY ASSISTANCE LTD – 24-hour emergency service. The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of Cover, Policy Warranties and Exclusions will be forwarded with Your confirmation of booking. In any event You may ask for a specimen copy of the Policy Wording before booking should You wish to examine this in advance. Cover suM insured uP To Cancellation

£1,500

Missed Departure/Travel Delay

£600/£60

Personal Accident

£15,000

Medical and other Expenses including Curtailment

£2,000,000

Additional Travelling Expenses – United Kingdom Medical Inconvenience Benefit

£1,500

£450 (£15 per 24 hours)

Personal Property/Loss of Passport Personal Liability Delayed Baggage Legal Expenses 14 day refund

£1,500/£200 £2,000,000 £100 £25,000

Insurance Premium

PoLiCY eXCess Cancellation, Curtailment, Holiday Abandonment and Loss of Deposit for holidays up to and including 3 days NIL. For holidays over 3 days Loss of Deposit excess £15.00 each and every loss. For holidays over 3 days excess £50.00 each and every loss for Cancellation, Curtailment and Holidays Abandonment. Medical and Other Expenses, Additional Travelling Expenses – United Kingdom, Personal Property and Money excess £35.00 each and every incident per Insured Person. Pre-existing medical conditions (Applicable to travel to all destinations). It is a condition that at the time of taking out this Policy and between that time and Your departure You must comply with each of the following: 1. You are not aware of any reason why the Trip should be cancelled or cut short.

2. You are not travelling: (a) Against the advice of a medical practitioner. (b)For the purpose of obtaining medical treatment. (c) If You have been given a terminal prognosis. 3. You are not receiving or awaiting treatment for any illness or injury as a hospital day case or in-patient as any claim arising from the illness or injury will not be covered. 4. If You are on medication at the time of travel Your medical condition must be stable/well controlled. In addition if You are travelling outside England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the following additional conditions will apply: You must notify the Changes in Health helpline immediately of any of the conditions listed below arising between the date the Policy is issued and the time of departure for the Trip. Insurers must be informed of any fact which is likely to influence their acceptance, assessment or continuance of this insurance. Failure to do so may invalidate this insurance, leaving You with no right to make a claim. 1. If You have received medical treatment as a hospital day case, in-patient or out-patient, during the six months prior to the booking of the Trip, You must obtain medical advice from a medical practitioner at Your cost confirming that You will be fit enough to take the Trip. 2. If You are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the date the final balance of the Trip is due to be paid, a certificate of fitness confirming Your ability to travel must be obtained by You at Your cost. Please note our Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme is only available to United Kingdom Residents. Gardiners NMC Limited are an Appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. (Their firm reference number is 311394). insuranCe PriCes – inCLude insuranCe PreMiuM TaX Period UK

Europe

2 Day

£16.00

£22.00

3 Day

£19.00

£25.00

4 Day

£21.00

£31.00

5 Day

£24.00

£32.00

6 Day

£25.00

£35.00

7 Day

£26.00

£36.00

8 Day

£27.00

£37.00

9 Day

£28.00

£38.00

10 Day

£29.00

£39.00

12-17 Day

£34.00

£47.00

Gardiners NMC Limited are an Appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. (Their firm reference number is 311394). WHaT assisTanCe WiLL You Give Me iF THinGs Go WronG WHen iT is noT Your FauLT? In addition to what has already been stated (and without affecting that), if you, or any member of your party, suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does not form part of your package travel arrangements or an excursion arranged through us in the UK, we shall at our discretion, offer advice, guidance and assistance. Where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to commencement of proceedings. Our consent will be given subject to you undertaking to assign any

costs, benefits received under any relevant insurance policy to ourselves. We limit the cost of our assistance to you and any member of your party to £5000 per party.

sinGLe oCCuPanCY Single occupancy of rooms when available may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure page.

PassenGers WiTH disaBiLiTies We want to ensure the arrangements for your package are suitable and appropriate. Not all the packages in this brochure may be suitable for you and if we reasonably consider we cannot provide what is required, we will not accept the booking.

driver/CreW GraTuiTies We do not include gratuities in the price of your holiday. Should you feel that you have had a level of service that deserves rewarding please feel free to do this in person with your driver or crew member.

Should you or a member of your party have any medical condition or disability that may affect your/their holiday or that of other passengers, you must provide full written details to us at the time of booking so that we can advise you of the suitability of the holiday. This applies whether the booking is made on-line, in person, in writing, or by telephone. If a particular issue is identified, we reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming that the passenger is fit for travel and reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of such doctor’s certificate being produced upon request. If a passenger requires personal assistance (for example but not limited to assistance with feeding/dressing/toileting/mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able bodied companion/carer and written confirmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach drivers/tour managers are unable to offer such assistance. Whilst we will make every reasonable adjustment to do so, if we are unable to accommodate the needs of a passenger or believe that the medical condition or disability of a passenger is likely to adversely affect other passengers, we reserve the right to decline the booking. We also reserve the right to cancel any holiday and impose cancellation charges if we are not fully advised of any relevant disability or medical condition at the time the booking is made and subsequently decide that we are unable to accommodate this passenger. This applies whether we advise that we are unable to accommodate a passenger either before departure or during the holiday and if this occurs during the holiday then we will seek the additional costs of returning the passenger home. We want you to enjoy your package and will try to help you select an appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact us. sPeCiaL reQuesTs If you require a special diet please tell us before booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, and send us a copy of the diet. We will notify the hotel or hotels identified in your booking but please note that some hotels may not have facilities to provide special diets and we cannot be held liable for their failure to do so unless the hotel has confirmed in writing that a special diet will be catered for. Where we think that a hotel is likely to be unable to cope with a special diet, we will tell you prior to your booking confirmation being issued so that you can exercise your right to cancel your package booking without charge. Any extra costs incurred by you during your package must be paid to the hotel by you prior to departure from the hotel. You should also detail any other requests, for example, low floor rooms, particular rooms or locations on the special requests section of the booking form [or other method of confirming in writing that the request was made.] We will pass your request to the relevant supplier but this does not necessarily mean that your request will be fulfilled. If a request can be fulfilled you may incur an extra charge payable either to us or direct to the hotel. Please note that requests cannot be guaranteed unless we confirm on your booking confirmation that this is a guaranteed requirement.

sCooTers & WHeeLCHairs For passengers with mobility issues we are happy to carry fold away walking aids and wheelchairs. We will also carry 3 wheel light weight mobility scooters, however, due to health & safety you may be required to load and unload the scooter from the coach without assistance of the driver. As an alternative you may be able to hire a scooter in resort. CHiLd PriCes Child prices are based on 2 adults sharing one room with children. TiCKeTs and enTranCes Tours with ticketed events will be subject to increased deposits. The full deposit is nonrefundable. daTa ProTeCTion aCT In order to process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements we, and your travel agent, need to use the information you provide such as name, address, any special needs/dietary requirements etc. We take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. We must pass the information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements such as hotels, transport companies etc. The information may also be supplied to security or credit checking companies, public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Additionally, where your package is outside the European Economic Area (EEA), controls on data protection in your destination may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. We will not, however, pass information on to any person not responsible for part of your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities or dietary/religious requirements. If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we cannot provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. Please note that where information is held by your travel agent, this is subject to your agent’s own data protection policy. Your data controller is Adrian Smith. You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If you would like to see this, please contact us. We retain your full contact details and other information in secure files and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone or electronic means. We will provide you with details of other goods and services including those of selected third parties. If you do not wish to receive the further information about products and services [from either ourselves or third parties] please write to the data controller. PuBLiCaTion daTe and deTaiLs This brochure was printed in the United Kingdom by TCD, May 2017.

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Cornish Seascapes, Legends and ‘Poldark’ Swansea, Gower and the National Botanic Garden Colourful Norfolk

6 22 14

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5 6 5 8 5 5 4 4 5

Eastbourne Break Sidmouth and South Devon Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Klosters and the Bernina Express A Taste of Devon and Somerset Pork Pies, Robin Hood and Colonel Mustard Yorkshire Coast and Hull ‘City of Culture’ Great Little Trains of Wales Ludlow, The Feathers and the Shropshire Hills

12 8 26 26 9 16 18 23 15

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8 4 4 8 5 3 4 5 6 5

The Lakes and Mountains of the Austrian Tyrol Mystery Break Liverpool City Break Italy’s Beautiful Lake Como and a Swiss Highlight Althorp and Treasures of the Shires Ironbridge Museum Break Mystery Break Chatsworth and Delightful Derbyshire Newcastle, Northumbria and the Alnwick Garden Sidmouth and Devon Delights

29 5 17 30 16 17 5 18 20 7

sePTeMBer 3 8 4 5 6 9 6 12 8 8 11 5 17 5 18 5 23 8 24 7 24 5 29 7 30 10

Eastbourne Holiday Cardigan Bay and Pembrokeshire Explorer Highlights of Ireland Western Fjords of Norway Prague and Bohemia Isle of Wight Skipton and the Yorkshire Dales Lake District by Coach and ‘Goat’! Bournemouth Holiday Beautiful Brittany Somerset Explorer and Slimbridge Cornish Seascapes, Legends and ‘Poldark’ The Cote D’Azur

13 22 24 31 27 11 19 21 10 25 12 6 32

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Chester and Charming Cheshire Harrogate, Fountains Abbey and the Dales Suﬀolk Coast and Countryside Roses, Barcelona and Beautiful Catalonia Ludlow, The Feathers and the Shropshire Hills Sidmouth Luxury Break Mystery Break Spectacular Lake Como

15 19 14 28 15 8 5 27

daTe daYs Tour TiTLe oCToBer continued... 16 5 Eastbourne Break 19 5 Sidmouth and Devon Delights 20 3 Blackpool Illuminations Weekend 23 5 Lake District in the Autumn 23 5 The English Riviera 24 5 Cornwall Break 27 4 Mystery Break

PaGe 12 7 20 21 9 7 5

noveMBer 3 3 10 4 13 5 16 3 22 5 22 3 24 4 26 3

Bridgwater Carnival Mystery Break West Country Festive Welcome Thursford Christmas Spectacular Isle of Wight Victorian Christmas Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular Bruges Christmas Market Castle Howard at Christmas and York St Nicholas Fayre

33 5 36 33 34 34 35 37

deCeMBer 1 4 4 5 5 3 9 3 23 5 23 5 23 5 30 4

Monschau Christmas Market Turkey and Tinsel in Bournemouth Longleat Festival of Light and Bath Christmas Market Lincoln Christmas Market Christmas in Bath Christmas in Bournemouth Christmas in Stratford-upon-Avon New Year in Folkestone

35 38 37 36 38 39 39 40

JanuarY 2018 15 5 Devon Cosy Break 26 4 Mystery Break

40 5

FeBruarY 2 4 12 5 18 8 22 3 26 5

Reunion Break Bournemouth ‘All Inclusive’ Nice Carnival Snowdrops at Hodsock Priory Eastbourne Singles Break

5 42 45 41 43

MarCH 2 4 6 9 10 16 23 29 29 29

Mystery Break Southport ‘All Inclusive’ Cornwall Break The English Riviera Singles in Scotland Sidmouth Singles Break Mystery Break Easter in Cheshire and the Terracotta Warriors Easter in Suﬀolk Easter in York and Lincoln

5 42 41 46 44 43 5 46 47 47

3 5 5 4 7 5 4 5 5 5

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