Eastbourne, The Sussex Coast & Countryside

4 Days (Inc. tours A)

Mon 19th June 2023 (York House) £329

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Eastbourne is famous for its lush rolling landscapes, stunning beaches and iconic chalk sea cliffs and we have varied days out to show you the best of the surrounding countryside and towns.

First Day We make a lunch time stop in Arundel which combines thousands of years of history with independent shops and cafes. Tours whilst at resort

A | We start our day with a spectacular drive across Beachy Head to vibrant and colourful Brighton, where you will find a treasure trove of things to do from seaside fun on the pier to the stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion. Plus, great shops! We then make an afternoon stop in the small village of Alfriston in the Cuckmere Valley; an ancient village full of history.

B | A busy but fascinating day as we travel to Rye, an unspoilt town rising above the surrounding countryside with good views across the Marshes. Then we make a short stop in Tenterden, one of the most charming towns in the Southeast, before our final stop in the delightful market town of Battle that grew up around the Abbey and has history dating back to 1066. A packed and enjoyable day!

Last Day We head home with a stop in Chichester, nestled at the foot of the South Downs.

5 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day)

Mon 11th September 2023 (Hydro) £579

Mon 23rd October 2023 (York House) £419

+£80 Single Supplement

BW York House Hotel

Elegant 3-star hotel just twenty years from the seafront and a pleasant stroll to town. LIFT BAR | WIFI | INDOOR POOL yorkhousehotel.co.uk

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Hydro Hotel 4-star hotel located in an elevated setting with private grounds & far-reaching sea views. The hotel holds a predinner reception on one night with an included glass of wine. LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV HEATED OUTDOOR POOL hydrohotel.com

• Hotel accomodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

Majestic Magical Sights of the South Downs Chichester

5 Days - Mon 25th September 2023

+£80 Single Supplement

Based in a luxurious 3-star hotel, this tour explores the South Downs National Park area. This year we have added new and exciting attractions to this always popular holiday as we unearth hidden gems in the rolling landscape. We have a guided tour of glamorous Goodwood House. Enjoy an afternoon tea on a Routemaster bus, which is a chic way to see colorful Brighton. Visit Arundel Wetland Centre for a boat safari and enjoy the flora and fauna within the UK’s finest Woodlands Garden at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens with a 1-hour Head Gardener tour.

Monday Travelling via Winchester and Petersfield we get our first views of the South Downs before a lunchtime stop in the historic town of Arundel, a picturesque town full of history and heritage. Plus of course the impressive cathedral.

Tuesday We spend the morning in the resort of Worthing, then it is onto Arundel Wetland Centre where we can discover inspiring wildlife and connect with nature. We also have included a 20-minute Boat Safari.

Wednesday To Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, reopened in 2019 after a closure of 10 years after the largest garden restoration in England. The gardens are ancient and spectacular, and we get the best of it with a sixty-minute Head Gardener tour. Later to Goodwood House for a guided tour plus tea and cake. The house combines glamour with the warmth of a family home and provides a dramatic setting for the most significant private art collection in the country.

Thursday In the morning we visit Lewes which is set in the South Downs National Park and boasts a wealth of cafes and pubs plus independent shops including its numerous antique and antiquarian bookshops. Then to Brighton for a ninety-minute ride on a Routemaster Bus while we enjoy an afternoon tea. Back at the hotel we have a free drink with dinner followed by entertainment.

Friday We spend time in Chichester itself before our journey home.

Chichester Park Hotel

A 3-star hotel on the outskirts of historic Chichester.

GROUND FLOOR ROOMS

Frontline Kent

5 Days - Mon 9th October 2023

+£71

Single Supplement

Including Dover Castle, Battle of Britain Memorial, winery & Kent coast!

Kent has played a significant role in Britain’s maritime history, being on the frontline of England’s shores. Our tour includes a visit to Dover Castle and its evocative wartime tunnels, the Battle of Britain Memorial atop the White Cliffs plus a winery and plenty of fine coastal scenery.

Monday We travel to Kent with a lunch break in Guildford. We have a hot drink waiting for us on arrival.

Tuesday To Dover Castle where the 1940 ‘Miracle of Dunkirk’ is brought to life in its unique Secret Wartime Tunnels. There is also an underground hospital and Fire Command Post attraction. Later, we stop at the Battle of Britain Memorial, a peaceful spot that celebrates the heroes of the battle in a unique location high on the white cliffs.

Wednesday We travel through the Romney Marshes to visit Rye. It was a medieval citadel by the sea, but now lies inland as is home to a myriad of art, curiosities and shops with nooks and crannies to explore and distant views across Romney Marsh to ponder. Then we have a visit and tasting at Chapel Down Winery which is located nearby in beautiful Kent countryside. Finally we make a short afternoon stop in the picturesque market town of Tenterden.

Thursday Enjoy the best of the Kent Coast as we first travel to Deal, a unique and special place that is classed as the prettiest seaside town in Kent. Then on to Margate, the original seaside destination and now home to the Turner Contemporary. Turner once said that Margate has ‘the loveliest skies in all of Europe’. Friday We return home with a stop in Windsor.

chichesterparkhotel.com

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (including Leonardslee, Routemaster Bus, Arundel Wetland Centre & Goodwood House)

• Hotel accomodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

Best Western Plus Burlington

4-star hotel set in the tranquil surroundings of Folkestone’s west end. A stunning Victorian building overlooking the sea.

BAR | FREEVIEW TV | LIFT | WIFI theburlingtonhotel.com

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (including Dover Castle, Battle of Britain Memorial & Winery)

• Hotel accomodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal