Holidays & Breaks
2013
Offering the best in Christian hospitality...
Contents 04 Abbot Hall Hotel 05 Themed Breaks at Abbot Hall 08 Willersley Castle Hotel 09 Themed Breaks at Willersley Castle 12 Lindors Country House Hotel 13 Themed Breaks at Lindors 16 Sidholme Hotel 17 Themed Breaks at Sidholme 20 Treloyhan Manor Hotel 21 Themed Breaks at Treloyhan Manor 23 Christmas & New Year 24 Themed Breaks by Type 2013 26 Holidays Further Afield 28 Self-Catering Pine Lodges 29 Swimming Pools 30 Groups & Conferences 31 Private Functions & Events 31 Wedding Receptions
Christian Guild has been welcoming guests for nearly 100 years and our commitment to helping you find the best break to suit you and your family has never changed. That's why so many guests return year after year. your Hotel We have a unique collection of five hotels – all set in gorgeous grounds and of the highest standards. We strive to make sure that your stay is thoroughly relaxing in our superbly appointed hotels. your themed break For those who prefer a more active holiday, we have used our extensive experience to produce a fantastic range of themed breaks. Our themed breaks combine a range of activities for all ages and for individuals or families. So if you have been considering a new hobby or want to meet likeminded people during your stay, then our themed breaks are the ideal way of broadening your horizons. We recognise that everyone is different, so you can tailor your holiday to make it unique to you. If you want to put your feet up in one of our historic hotels during one of the many themed breaks, you can do so. You can also join the activity* if the mood takes you. Whether you're looking for a high quality hotel for a night, a weekend or longer, Christian Guild is ready to offer you a break to remember.
Our commitment...
We are a Christian company committed to providing the best in Christian hospitality. This means that you can expect our staff to be professional and friendly as they seek to serve you; that your accommodation will be comfortable; that your meals will include a choice of menus using locally sourced and fairtrade produce where possible; and that you can enjoy a range of facilities and activities which will enhance a wider sense of Christian fellowship. *Taking part in additional activities will attract an extra cost
package prices As well as excellent accommodation, we also work hard to offer the best deals on our wide range of themed breaks. That's why we introduced Package Prices. Package Prices include the cost of: high quality standard ensuite accommodation; excursions during the break; tuition and materials; lunches (where applicable). Your Package Price is always cheaper than if you only book your accommodation and then add the extras later, so if you want to enjoy an active break and save money, take advantage of our Package Price deals when booking. Contact the hotels for full details of the Package Price for each break, or visit our website - www.christianguild.co.uk
FAMILY DISCOUNTS
Holidays further afield
We want everyone to enjoy their holiday, and we know that your family holiday can be costly. That’s why we offer special discounts for families:
You may know that Christian Guild has five superb historic hotels in England. But did you know we offer fabulous holidays for those who want to travel further?
0-4 years: FREE 5-10 years: 75% off 11-15 years: 50% off 16 & 17 years: 25% off 18-21 in full-time education: 25% off if holiday taken with parents One child per adult. For rates for additional children please contact the hotels. The general rule is that children share with accompanying adults. However, it may be possible to allocate separate rooms for older children, subject to availability.
No Single Supplements! Christian Guild believes everyone deserves the best value from their holiday. That’s why we don’t charge supplements for single rooms. So for those who travel alone, our hotels and breaks offer the best opportunity to meet new people whilst being kind on your pocket.
facilities for the disabled We put your comfort and safety first, and that’s why all our hotels provide disabled facilities – you can be sure that we will do our utmost to meet your needs. Please contact your chosen hotel for more information or to discuss your requirements.
We have organised some fantastic holidays further afield – and like our hotels, they include our unique warm welcome and fellowship. We can offer holidays in Scotland, Jersey, Normandy, Italy and following the steps of St. Paul. More details can be found on p26-27, online at www.christianguild.co.uk/ further or telephone 01629 580550.
Hotel pages key: Self-catering Lodges Swimming Pool Licensed Restaurant Wi-fi Access Available Lift to Upper Floors
break types: Arts & Crafts Coach Holidays Family Fun Heritage Music / Dancing Spiritual Walking
Southern Lake District
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ituated on the edge of the Lake District, Abbot Hall Hotel is a charming country hotel with a relaxing environment.
Places to Visit
Nestling in the hamlet of Kents Bank, near Grange-over-Sands, the 19th century mansion boasts a wide range of facilities, including a 15m heated indoor swimming pool and a children's adventure area.
• Windermere & Coniston • Aquarium of the Lakes • Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway • South Lakes Wild Animal Park • Cartmel Priory • Grasmere & Rydal Water • Levens Hall & Topiary • Holker Hall, Gardens & Motor Museum • Grizedale Forest • 'Hill Top' Cottage
The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the stunning Cumbrian scenery. For those relaxing at the hotel, there are well-appointed lounges. Diners are offered a delicious choice of homecooked dishes, with locally-sourced produce where possible. There are also five self-catering pine lodges (see p.28) – so there really is something for everyone.
Abbot Hall Hotel, Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 7BG tel: 015395 32896 fax: 015395 35200 email: abbot@christianguild.co.uk
hotel tariffs for 2013 (per person, per night, inclusive of VAT) Half board 3 Jan – 22 Feb 23 Feb – 17 May 18 May – 27 Sept 28 Sept – 25 Oct 26 Oct – 21 Dec
Bay / Garden View Superior En-suite House £58 £56 £51 £64 £62 £57 £67 £65 £60 £64 £62 £57 £58 £56 £51
Christmas: full board, minimum 5 night stay. New year: full board 22 – 27 Dec £87 £85 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014 £83 £81
£83 £79
Non en-suite £46 £52 £55 £52 £46
Bungalow £31 £47 £50 £47 £31
£75 £73
£69 £68
www.christianguild.co.uk/abbothall
Themed Breaks at Abbot Hall break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
new year New Year Celebration 28th Dec 2012 - 2 Jan (3-5 nights) Celebrate the arrival of 2013 in style with us. Enjoy a full board package with a range of activities, festivities and fellowship.
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237 Break code: 00995
January Patchwork & Quilting 28th Jan - 1st Feb (4 nights) This ever popular interest break is suitable for beginners as well as those more experienced, as tuition from Jenny Almond is on hand for those who would like it.
Package price: £250 Break code: 01092
February Half Term Family Break Spaceman 10th - 15th February (5 nights) Make your way to Abbot Hall this Half Term for a holiday that is out of this world - just you, Abbot Hall and the galaxy!
Family Fun
Heritage
Package price: £255
English Country Dancing 25th Feb - 1st Mar (4 nights) This fantastic break offers you the chance to dance the days away doing country dancing with expert tuition from Pat Wilkinson for the more experienced dancers.
Package price: £240 Break code: 01094
Break code: 01104
Half Term Family Break Craft & Creation 17th - 22nd February (5 nights) Join our Craft and Creation Half Term Break. With a visit from some creepy crawlies, some exciting crafting and a look into the story of creation.
Family Easter Celebration 29th Mar - 5th Apr (7 nights) Fancy an egg-cellent Easter? Then why not join us at Abbot Hall for this fun-filled break. This week will include your Easter Services, Easter Egg Hunt and an optional visit to Ducky’s Park Farm to visit the Easter Bunny.
Package price: £364 Break code: 01106
March
April
Paper Craft & Chill Out 3rd - 8th March (5 nights)
Family Break: Purely Abbot Hall 7th - 12th April (5 nights)
Join Diane Palmer on this fantastic paper craft break. A chance to learn new skills or develop and perfect those you already have. OR: Chill out in one of our comfy lounges or take a dip in our relaxing indoor pool. Short strolls available
Package price: £315
Join us this week for our Single and Mingle break. This exciting break promises to be lots of fun for all. Includes two excursions to Bowness and a Windermere cruise, Grasmere, Coniston and Hawkshead.
Package price: £165
Grasmere
Break code: 01093
Package price: £230
Join us on this new break led by two talented poets and teachers. If you enjoy poetry or want to write it then this is the place to be. Try your hand at being the next Shakespeare, or become the new Edgar Allan Poe.
Walking
This popular break is led by Margaret Hebden who is on hand to tutor beginners, as well as support the more experienced stitchers. Everyone welcome.
Break code: 01095
Poetry Writing 11th - 13th February (2 nights)
Spiritual
Cross Stitch Break 17th - 22nd February (5 nights)
Join us on our ’universal’ holiday for the young and old alike. With suggested trips, games in the pool, games out of this planet and an orienteering adventure. Break code: 01203
Music / Dancing
Single & Mingle 17th - 22nd March (5 nights)
Package price: £325 Break code: 01096
Lace Making 24th - 28th March (4 nights) Join us to learn or develop the fantastic skill of lace making. This craft is a great skill and can offer you the chance to learn something new. Jane Webster is here once again to share her Lacing making talent all abilities welcome. ‘It’s easier than you think.’
Package price: £270 Break code: 01097
A break away for you and your family. Relax in the comfortable surroundings of Abbot Hall, take a dip in the pool, or explore all the local area has to offer.
Package price: £260 Break code: 01233
Ballroom & Latin Dancing 21st - 26th April (5 nights) This break, with two experienced dance tutors, includes a mixture of Ballroom, Latin American and Sequence Dancing – a very popular form of social dancing based on the Ballroom and Latin but where everyone dances the same standardised 16 bar sequences at the same time. A great way to make new friends and enjoy yourselves on this break away!
Package price: £330 Break code: 01107
May May Walking Break 6th - 10th May (4 nights) Walk by day and relax by night. Enjoy walks of 4 – 7 miles, led by Martin Wrench, around this beautiful part of the country, taking in the scenery of the fells and Morecambe Bay, then relax in the evening with friends.
Package price: £230
Package price: £285
Break code: 01234
Break code: 01108
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 015395 32896
Themed Breaks at Abbot Hall break types:
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Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
Music / Dancing
Spiritual
Walking
Car Free & Care Free 12th - 17th May (5 nights) Take your foot off the accelerator and relax on this popular care free break. Get yourself into gear for trips and activities. But just remember to put the brakes on at some point whilst we steer you in the right direction as you leave your Sat Nav at home for us to map out your holiday.
Package price: £355 Break code: 01109
Enjoying Music 19th - 25th May (6 nights) Join us on this fantastic break where you can enjoy good music, have fun and share fellowship.
Windermere
Birdwatching & Country Strolls 8th - 15th June (7 nights)
Teen Week: Pirates of the Bay 27th Jul - 3rd Aug (7 nights)
Calling all birdwatchers! Join us at Abbot Hall this week for bird watching and country strolls led by Tim and Richard Preston.
This popular week offers activities for parents and teens including a fancy dress evening with your Captain Amanda, a hunt around the grounds with her sea mates to guide you on and a chance to catch some fish on our ’Chippy Walk.’
This fantastic break will entertain walkers and birdwatchers alike on a half-board basis.
Package price: £475
Package price: £378 Break code: 01204
Break code: 01229
Roger Jones Music Week 25th May - 1st Jun (7 nights)
Norwich Coach 15th - 21st June (6 nights)
This family holiday will offer music during the week and at the end a performance of your efforts in Roger's musical 'Jairus’ Daughter'.
Package price: £450
A holiday for those from the Norwich Area with a coach to Abbot Hall. Includes three excursions: a lake cruise, Bowness, Grasmere and Keswick. Pick up points in Honningham and Norwich.
Package price: £445
Break code: 01205
Break code: 01206
June
July
Burnley Coach 1st - 8th June (7 nights)
Watercolour Painting 6th - 13th July (7 nights)
Abbot Hall Hotel have a fantastic week with Martin and Jackie Wrench. This holiday will consist of a return coach from Burnley to Abbot Hall. But if you are not coming from Burnley you are still welcome to join us. This week will include five excursions: a lake cruise, Keswick, Ambleside, Bowness and Cartmel.
Package price: £475 Break code: 01111
Aquarium of the Lakes
Come and enjoy a week at Abbot Hall to paint in this beautiful location, with guidance from Ron Bailey.
Package price: £455 Break code: 01110
Fun & Fellowship for 50+ 13th - 20th July (7 nights)
Book now to avoid disappointment. Arrrrgh....
Package price: £385 Break code: 01208
August Family Fun: Animal Adventure 3rd - 10th August (7 nights) Make your way to Abbot Hall for a ROARING time this summer. A week packed with animals and adventure, fun for the whole family. Join us on our ’wild’ holiday for the young and old alike. With suggested trips, adventures and games in the pool!
Package price: £370 Break code: 01105
Family Fun: Wild West 10th - 17th August (7 nights)
An opportunity to unwind, have fun and meet new people within Abbot Hall’s beautiful building and grounds.
Calling all cowboys! Join us on this wild week for fun, frolics and fancy dress. A chance to take off those cowboys boots and relax in the Abbot Hall grounds or ’ride ’em’ cowboy with games and fun for all!
Package price: £460
Package price: £370
Break code: 01231
Break code: 01209
Family Fun: Gladiators Galore 20th - 27th July (7 nights)
The Long Weekend 17th - 20th August (3 nights)
Join us on our fantastic ’Gladiators Galore Week!’ with games, fancy dress and evening activities suitable for all!
Treat yourself and the family to a long weekend with a range of activities to keep the children amused and a beautiful space for adults to relax or join in.
Package price: £350
Package price: £150
Break code: 01207
Break code: 01210
www.christianguild.co.uk/abbothall
Family Fun: Sport 4 All 23rd - 31st August (8 nights)
Patchworking & Quilting 11th - 15th November (4 nights)
A week geared to those that love sport!
This ever popular interest break is suitable for beginners as well as those more experienced, as tuition from Jenny Almond is on hand for those who would like it.
Great for those who fancy some swimming, tennis, football, rounders and other sports by day. Have fun and build up an appetite to make the most of a wonderful meal in the evening, followed by social activities for those who would like to join in.
Package price: £420 Break code: 01211
Late Summer Walks 31st Aug - 6th Sep (7 nights) An opportunity to explore and enjoy some of the beauty the Lakes has to offer at this time of year. You will have the opportunity to go on guided walks around the Lakes and the Furness Peninsular. There will be two grades of walk for you to choose from.
Package price: £425 Break code: 01212
Book early to secure your place.
Car Free & Care Free 29th Sep - 4th Oct (5 nights)
Package price: £250
Join us on this care free break and leave your sat-nav at home so we can guide you on this holiday. Get out of gear and relax in the back seats for trips and socials. Stop those wheels turning and join this car free break away!
Christmas Shopping & Crafts 24th - 29th November (5 nights)
Package price: £345 Break code: 01227
October Fun & Fellowship for 50+ 6th - 11th October (5 nights)
Break code: 01216
Why not make the Christmas cards you will send this year, and enjoy making them in the company of others? Join us for fellowship during this break with two craft sessions for you to enjoy. Visit Lakeland Limited and Hayes Garden World for a chance to get those special Christmas gifts for your loved ones.
Package price: £245 Break code: 01217
Join us for a few days away combining a trip into the Lake District and evening activities with fun and fellowship.
Package price: £305 Break code: 01232
Country Dancing Break 20th - 25th October (5 nights)
Holker Hall & Gardens
This ever popular break offers you the chance to come and dance the days away doing country dancing. With expert tuition included by Roy McCullough for those with experience.
Package price: £325
September
Break code: 01214
Trains & Boats with a touch of Victorian Elegance 15th - 20th September (5 nights)
Half Term: Heroes & Heroines 27th Oct - 1st Nov (5 nights)
Enjoy some Victorian elegance by lunching aboard the steam launch ‘Gondola’, follow in the footsteps of the Queen on Windermere and climb aboard a train steaming through the stunning Cumbrian landscape. Historical presentations, evening entertainment, and coach travel from Cromford, Derbyshire.
Have you a favourite heroine or hero? Because Abbot Hall needs a hero, join us on this holiday and be our hero or heroine!
Package price: £410 Break code: 01213
This holiday will include activities galore such as games in the pool, evening socials and Hero Drive!
Package price: £230 Break code: 01215
November Beading & Watercolour Painting 4th - 8th November (4 nights) Why not try your hand at something new or practice those ever improving skills with our Beading and Watercolour Painting break led by Ron and Barbara Bailey.
Package price: £235 Coniston & Grizedale
Break code: 01228
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 015395 32896
Cartmel Priory
December Banquet & Baubles 1st - 6th December (5 nights) In the run up to Christmas, why not treat yourself to some time out to recharge your batteries and join in our festivities.
Package price: £200 Break code: 01218
Christmas Celebration 22nd - 28th December (min 5 nights) We welcome guests of all ages to join us as we celebrate Christmas, with a range of activities and festivities on this full board break.
Package price: £415 (5 nights) Break code: 01219
New Year Celebration 28th Dec - 2nd Jan 2014 (3-5 nights) Celebrate the New Year in style with us. We welcome guests of all ages to join in a range of activities and festivities.
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237 Break code: 01220
Derbyshire Dales
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Places to Visit • The Peak District National Park • Matlock Bath • Chatsworth House & Gardens • Haddon Hall • Midland Railway Centre • Arkwright's Cromford Mill • Cromford Canal • Crich Tramway Museum • Hardwick Hall • National Stone Centre • Denby Pottery • Buxton
his magnificent 18th century Grade II listed castle is set in 60 acres of grounds ranging from meadows to limestone crags.
The grand building overlooks the picturesque River Derwent and stands on the edge of the stunning Peak District National Park. It is also at the heart of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. There is lots to enjoy in the stately surroundings of the hotel, such as a 15 metre indoor swimming pool, boules court and impressive grounds. For those who want to venture out, the area offers everything from the industrial heritage of mills, canals and railways, to fine stately houses and some of England’s most beautiful walking areas.
Willersley Castle Hotel, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JH tel: 01629 582270 fax: 01629 582329 email: willersley@christianguild.co.uk
hotel tariffs for 2013 (per person, per night, inclusive of VAT) Half board Superior 3 Jan – 22 Feb £60 23 Feb – 17 May £68 18 May – 27 Sept £72 28 Sept – 25 Oct £70 26 Oct – 21 Dec £64
Derwent Valley View En-suite House En-suite Mews £57 £53 £51 £65 £61 £59 £69 £65 £63 £67 £63 £61 £61 £57 £53
Christmas: full board, minimum 5 night stay. New year: full board 22 – 27 Dec £95 £92 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014 £90 £87
£88 £83
£85 £80
www.christianguild.co.uk/willersley
Non en-suite £45 £52 £55 £54 £47 £80 £75
Themed Breaks at Willersley Castle break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
new year New Year Celebration 28th Dec 2012 - 2 Jan (3-5 nights) See in 2013 with fellowship and celebration with our fantastic full board package.
Package prices: 5 nights - £365, 4 nights - £312, 3 nights - £249 Break code: 01087
January Card Making & Short Strolls 13th - 18th January (5 nights) This break offers the best of both worlds: join like-minded folk to enjoy crafts, led by Doreen Benham, or take 3-4 mile strolls led by our knowledgeable team.
Family Fun
Heritage
Valentines & Masterminds 10th - 15th February (5 nights) For those with big hearts and lots of love we are offering this romantic getaway. There will be trips out to beautiful locations such as Bakewell, Castleton and Carsington for couples to wander aimlessly, and craft activities for you to create together. On the BIG day (14th) a gala dinner will be held with red roses and sparkling wine a-plenty. Our Masterminds are invited on this week to join in with the Willersley Mastermind Competition. YOU and The Big Black Chair will take centre stage as you pit your wits against the Quiz Master who will be asking you questions on your specialist subject and general knowledge. The winner receives the sought after Willersley Castle Hotel Mastermind Trophy! Break code: 01174
Break code: 01171
Half Term Family Fun 17th - 22nd February (5 nights)
A real 'Guild Winter Holiday' to relax after the Christmas hustle and bustle, this break offers relaxing days, visits to local tea shops and traditional evening fun and games.
Package price: £275 Break code: 01172
This popular break includes fun and games for all the family. Arts and crafts, fun swims, mini raft racing and treasure hunts are just a few of the exciting things we'll be doing. We concentrate on in-house activities to enable both young and old to relax and have fun whilst keeping your holiday costs down.
Package price: £240
February
Break code: 01175
Winter Strolls 3rd - 8th February (5 nights)
Canals & River Walks 25th Feb - 1st Mar (4 nights)
This popular week incorporates the best that the area has to offer in short but interesting NEW 4 - 5 mile strolls, from Dove Dale to the Amber Valley. You'll find enjoyable fellowship whilst taking lunch in local hostelries and tea on your return in front of the roaring fire. Social evenings and evening speakers will complete this wonderful holiday.
Package price: £295 Break code: 01173
Spiritual
Walking
March Willersley Babies Reunion 8th - 11th March (3 nights) Join friends at this annual event. With over 4000 babies born at Willersley Castle, this event gets bigger every year. The reunion package includes Dinner, Bed and Breakfast, a full day excursion, all evening entertainment, a Willersley baby gift and Sunday lunch before you head home.
Package price: £199 Break code: 01102
Package price: £315
Package price: £290
Traditional Fun & Fellowship 20th - 25th January (5 nights)
Music / Dancing
This wonderful break offers a 6 – 7 mile walk each day along the Rivers Derwent & Wye as well as a local canal, stopping at places of interest and taking lunch in a local hostelry. On your return there will be Afternoon Tea waiting for you to enjoy by the log fire. Evenings consist of light hearted fun and games and an evening speaker.
Package price: £275
Bakewell
Spring Walking 17th - 22nd March (5 nights) These NEW 6-8 mile walks will be linear walks: a coach will take you to your starting point and we will lead you back to the hotel throughout the day visiting places of interest such as Heage Windmill and Carsington Water. Cleverly, the only part of the walk you will do more than once will be the driveway! Lunches will be within local hostelries and walks led by the knowledgeable team. Evenings include traditional evening socials and those booking all 5 nights on the package will receive an evening coach trip to Derby Theatre with tickets to see Pirates of Penzance.
Package price: £345
Break code: 01176
Break code: 01177
Pre-Easter Break 24th - 28th March (4 nights) An ideal short break for those who wish to take time to relax before Easter, we will offer calm days of themed crafts and suggested visits in the local area, guided short walks and evening fun and games.
Package price: £224 Monsal Dale
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01629 582270
Break code: 01178
Themed Breaks at Willersley Castle break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
June Singing is Fun 9th - 14th June (5 nights) Geoffrey and Barbara Todd welcome you to join them on the popular Singing is Fun break. With singing, free time, suggested visits, speakers and fun and games, it's a break that has something for everyone.
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Package price: £325 Break code: 01103
Trains Through the Valleys 16th - 21st June (5 nights) Chatsworth House
Easter House Party 28th Mar - 2nd Apr (5 nights) Join us at this special time of year, the family feeling is vibrant at Willersley Castle Hotel during Easter with a fun packed programme of in house activities as well as suggested visits and guided walks this Easter will be one you'll remember for years to come.
‘Trains through the Valleys’ was a sell out last year. Here’s another opportunity to enjoy the delights of the English countryside with nostalgic train rides, lunch in the restaurant cars, evening entertainment and a first class hotel. Not to be missed.
Package price: £395 Break code: 01181
Music / Dancing
Spiritual
Walking
North Walsham Coach 14th - 19th July (5 nights) A traditional coach holiday comprising of travel to and from the hotel, two full-day excursions and one half-day excursion. Picking up from North Walsham.
Package price: £355 Break code: 01275
Marilyn Baker Holiday 21st - 26th July (5 nights) This spiritual break led by Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson offers a welcome holiday with morning teaching, free afternoons and evenings of music and spiritual guidance. Marilyn has an amazing life story and has built Marilyn Baker Ministries into a dynamic itinerant ministry of music, teaching and prayer.
Package price: £360 Break code: 01182
Family Adventure Break 28th Jul - 2nd Aug (5 nights) A fun-packed break of in-house games, as well as on-site archery awaits. With so much to do locally we will point you in the right direction to activities that suit you and your budget. There will be things on-site for the kids to do all day, enabling you to have a rest yourself.
Package price: £280 Break code: 01179
April
Package price: £300
Local History Break 2nd - 5th April (3 nights)
Midland Railway Centre
This short break offers suggested visits to local places of interest, guided tours and a led walk. Your break will be enhanced by either a quiet reflective time in the drawing room following the Easter celebrations or fun and games in the music room.
Break code: 01183
York & Easingwold Coach 23rd - 28th June (5 nights)
Package price: £145
A traditional coach holiday comprising of travel to and from the hotel, two full-day excursions and one half-day excursion. Picking up from York and Easingwold.
Break code: 01273
Package price: £305 Break code: 01274
May
July
Country Dancing 19th - 24th May (5 nights) This ever popular break led by Ron Coxall offers a great time for everyone. The package includes dinner, bed and breakfast, morning coffee, course fees and a guided local walk. Ron’s weeks do get booked up quickly so reserve your room now to avoid disappointment.
Package price: £345 Break code: 01098
Country Dancing 7th - 12th July (5 nights) This popular break led by Ron Coxall offers a great time for everyone. The package includes dinner, bed and breakfast, morning coffee, course fees and a guided local walk. Ron’s weeks book up quickly, so reserve your room now to avoid disappointment.
Package price: £360 Break code: 01099 Stanage Edge, Peak District
www.christianguild.co.uk/willersley
Wesley Guild Holiday 22nd - 27th September (5 nights) Join like-minded Christians from various guilds to enjoy fun, faith and fellowship. With visits to the local area and evening entertainment this will bring a well deserved rest to all guild members.
Package price: £315 full-board Break code: 01187 Dovedale
August Family Fun: Pirates 4th - 9th August (5 nights) Oo-arr me hearties! Come join us on the Pirate Ship 'Willersley', there be a jolly roger flyin' high above! This pirate-themed break is ideal for the younger ones, with craft activities, fun and games, mini ship building and racing, walking the plank and much much more. Fancy dress is a must otherwise the Captain of the 'Willersley' will throw you over board! Activities are generally in-house with suggested visits for when you have free time.
Package price: £300 Break code: 01184
Family Fun: Outdoors in Derbyshire 10th - 17th August (7 nights) Bring your bikes, boots and tents for this week of outdoor activities and fun. Join us as a group as we cycle some of Derbyshire's beautiful local tracks, orienteering on foot as well as learning some bush-craft. Your final evening can be camped out under the stars, with a roaring camp fire, toasting marshmallows and in the morning helping make breakfast al fresco! Adults are welcome to join in or take a quiet evening in the Castle. Cycle hire is available locally if required, and limited spare tents will be available so we would ask that you supply your own if possible.
Package price: £420 Break code: 01185
September Late Summer Walks 1st - 6th September (5 nights)
Derbyshire Food Break 29th Sep - 4th Oct (5 nights) This is a true celebration of Derbyshire's fayre. The local area produces some fantastic food that's famous world wide – the Bakewell pudding is a classic example. This break offers you the opportunity to sample some of the Derbyshire delicacies with interesting talks, visits and tastings. The menus for the break will only use local ingredients and our 5 course Gourmet Dinner on your last evening will make your taste buds tingle.
Package price: £345 Break code: 01188
October Gilbert & Sullivan 6th - 11th October (5 nights) Led by Peter and Margaret Featherstone, with Fred Flynn as Musical Director, participants will work towards a dramatised concert performance of 'Iolanthe' on the final evening of the holiday. Rehearsals will be held each morning and evening, with the afternoons free to enjoy the delights of Derbyshire.
Package price: £335 Break code: 01189
Dancing & Walking 13th - 18th October (5 nights) Walks led by Martin and Jackie Wrench followed by evenings of dancing with Barbara and Ray Axon make this break incredibly popular. Walks of varying length and dancing to suit both beginners or the experienced means that this is a break for everyone.
Package price: £370 Break code: 01190
Half-Term Family Fun: Mediæval Break 27th Oct - 1st Nov (5 nights)
November Country Dancing 10th - 15th November (5 nights) This ever popular break led by Ron Coxall offers a great time for everyone. The package includes dinner, bed and breakfast, morning coffee, all course fees and a guided local walk. Ron's breaks do get booked up quickly so reserve your room now to avoid disappointment.
Package price: £330 Break code: 01101
Winter Strolls 24th - 29th November (5 nights) This popular short break incorporates the best that the area has to offer in short but interesting walks of 4 - 5 miles. From Dovedale to the Amber Valley, you'll find the daytimes to be an enjoyable fellowship time whilst taking lunch in local hostelries and enjoying tea on your return to the hotel in front of the roaring fire. Social evenings and evening speakers will complete this wonderful holiday.
Package price: £320 Break code: 01192
December Turkey & Tinsel 1st - 6th December (5 nights) Christmas fun, faith and fellowship are all on order for this popular break, with local excursions and a traditional Christmas Roast. You will leave Willersley with wonderful memories of friends old and new. Evening socials and evening speakers complement the break.
Package price: £340 Break code: 01193
Christmas Celebration 22nd - 28th December (min 5 nights) We welcome guests of all ages to join us as we celebrate Christmas, with a range of activities and festivities on this full board break.
Package price: £440 (5 nights) Break code: 01268
New Year Celebration 28th Dec - 2nd Jan 2014 (3-5 nights)
This popular week is ideal for lovers of the Derbyshire countryside, you will be able to enjoy some of the finest walks the country has to offer. A choice of short and longer walks will be available each day.
The Sheriff of Willersley is eager to enlist you! Let the siege of the castle begin. Our week of mediæval fun will keep everyone entertained, with arts and crafts, themed games, suggested visits and mediæval food it'll be a break to remember.
Package price: £380
Package price: £260
Package prices: 5 nights - £365, 4 nights - £312, 3 nights - £249
Break code: 01186
Break code: 01191
Break code: 01269
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01629 582270
Celebrate the New Year in style with us. We welcome guests of all ages to join us in a range of activities and festivities.
The Wye Valley
Lindors Country House Hotel
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et in nine acres of wooded gardens, Lindors Country House Hotel is a majestic place to find peace and tranquillity.
Places to Visit • The Royal Forest of Dean • Tintern Abbey • Taurus Crafts & Model Village • Symonds Yat & the River Wye • Goodrich Castle • Clearwell Caves • Puzzlewood (as seen in the BBC show 'Merlin')
• Raglan Castle • The Dean Forest Railway • Chepstow Castle • Offa's Dyke
Sitting above the River Wye valley, the hotel offers exquisite gardens with waterfalls and pools. Inside, there are comfortable lounges and crackling log fires in winter. You will enjoy fine dining during your stay at Lindors Country House Hotel, and wellappointed bedrooms that offer the modern amenities you’d expect at such a top-class hotel, such as TVs and telephones. There are also five wonderful pine lodges in the grounds (see p.28) offering the choice of selfcatering, or you can enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant. It’s up to you to choose!
Lindors Country House Hotel, The Fence, St Briavels, Lydney, Gloucestershire GL15 6RB tel: 01594 530283 fax: 01594 530559 email: lindors@christianguild.co.uk
hotel tariffs for 2013 (per person, per night, inclusive of VAT) Half board 3 Jan – 22 Feb 23 Feb – 17 May 18 May – 27 Sept 28 Sept – 25 Oct 26 Oct – 21 Dec
Garden View Superior En-suite £59 £58 £54 £67 £66 £63 £70 £69 £66 £67 £66 £63 £60 £59 £57
Christmas: full board, minimum 5 night stay. New year: full board 22 – 27 Dec £92 £91 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014 £83 £82
www.christianguild.co.uk/lindors
£88 £79
Themed Breaks at Lindors Arts & Crafts
break types:
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
new year
Music / Dancing
Spiritual
Walking
Marilyn Baker Holiday 17th - 22nd March (5 nights)
New Year Celebration 28th Dec 2012 - 2 Jan (3-5 nights) See in 2013 with fellowship and celebration with our fantastic full board package.
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237 Break code: 01276
Tintern Abbey
This spiritual break led by Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson offers a welcome holiday break with morning teaching, free afternoons and evenings of music and spiritual guidance. Marilyn has an amazing life story and has built Marilyn Baker Ministries into a dynamic itinerant ministry of music, teaching and prayer.
Package price: £345
January
February
Rest & Relaxation 2nd - 6th January (4 nights)
Lindors Variety Break 3rd - 8th February (5 nights)
Pre-Easter Break 24th - 28th March (4 nights)
A new break for 2013. A real look at Lindors and the Wye Valley, with a guided walk, a variety of evening fellowship with varied entertainment and days out.
Join us for our popular pre-Easter break with activities and fellowship for all ages.
Relax and unwind after the busy festive celebrations. With roaring log fires and wonderful seasonal grounds this is the perfect way to start 2013
Package price: £135 Break code: 01124
Craft Break 6th - 11th January (5 nights) Join us for a variety of crafts and demonstrations. Price includes unlimited teas and coffees between 10am and 6pm and all equipment to enjoy your break.
Package price: £225 Break code: 01236
Winter Wandering 13th - 18th January (5 nights) A popular break of guided walks around the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean an area of outstanding beauty. We have a mix of walks including two medium and two short walks with a guest speaker talking about the local area.
Package price: £269 Break code: 01125
Package price: £254 Break code: 01237
February Half Term Breaks
Break code: 01239
Package price: £232 Break code: 01128
Family Easter Break 28th Mar - 2nd Apr (5 nights)
A place to have fun with all the family and enjoy our full programme of daytime activities and suggested visits. Enjoy family evening fellowship and games.
Lindors is the ideal place to come and mark this important occasion. Join us for suggested visits, activities and evening socials.
10th - 15th February (5 nights)
Break code: 01240
Package price: £245
April
Break code: 01123
17th - 22nd February (5 nights) Package price: £245 Break code: 01126
Knit & Natter 24th Feb - 1st Mar (5 nights) After a few years missing from the Lindors Programme we have brought back this popular break, come and enjoy fellowship and a chance to meet new people while learning new skills and sharing patterns and ideas. Price includes unlimited Teas and Coffees from 10am – 6pm
Package price: £235 Break code: 01127
Package price: £290
Cities, Cathedrals & Castles 14th - 19th April (5 nights) Enjoy visits to the cities of Cardiff, Gloucester and Hereford. Whilst taking in the cathedrals of the latter two we will also visit Cardiff, Abergavenny and Raglan castle.
Package price: £360 Break code: 01129
Lindors Variety Break 21st - 26th April (5 nights) A real look at Lindors and the Wye Valley, with a guided walk, evening fellowship, entertainment and days out.
Package price: £329 Break code: 01244
March Spring Strolls 10th - 15th March (5 nights) A mix of guided strolls around the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean, including one medium and three short strolls.
Package price: £315 The Royal Forest of Dean
Break code: 01238
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01594 530283
Gloucester Cathedral
Themed Breaks at Lindors break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
June Lindors Diamond Jubilee 2nd - 7th June (5 nights) Lindors' event of the year is to celebrate our Diamond Jubilee, with our own garden party, gala dinner, evening fellowship and entertainment. During the break we will also have a couple of coach excursions and walks. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Package price: £385 Break code: 01222 Raglan Castle
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Join leaders Derek & Ann Rees for a look at some of the best gardens in South Wales, Gloucestershire and Herefordshire from small and private to large stately homes.
National Trust Break 28th Apr - 3rd May (5 nights) Join us for this exciting break by coach to four National Trust properties in four different counties: Tyntesfield; Berrington Hall; Hanbury Hall; and Lacock Abbey.
Package price: £444
Summer Walks 29th Jun - 6th Jul (7 nights)
Break code: 01223
May Countryside Walks 6th - 10th May (4 nights) A four-day break of guided walks around the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean – an area of outstanding beauty. We have a mix of walks including two medium and one short walk. Break code: 01130
Coach, Boats & Trains 19th - 24th May (5 nights) Another new break for 2013. Join us for trips on the Brecon mountain and the GWSR railways plus a day on the Brecon Monmouthshire canal and a cruise on the river Wye.
Package price: £375 Break code: 01221
Spring Bank Holiday 27th May - 2nd Jun (5-6 nights) Fun for all the family with a full programme of suggested visits, daytime and evening activities that suits all ages, plus of course our famous Lindors duck race.
Package prices: 6 night - £345, 5 nights - £305 Break code: 01245
Spiritual
A real look at Lindors and the Wye Valley, with a guided walk, a variety of evening fellowship with varied entertainment and days out.
Package price: £350 Break code: 01247
Family Fun Week 27th Jul - 3rd Aug (7 nights) Join us for a full variety of fun and activities for all the family including fun swims, movie nights, quizzes and evening competitions.
Package price: £427 Break code: 01135
August Family Fun Weeks Join us for a full variety of fun and activities for all the family including fun swims, movie nights, quizzes and evening competitions.
A great way to look at the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean with three long walks and two medium walks.
Package price: £427
Package price: £490
Break code: 01248
Break code: 01133
10th - 17th August (7 nights)
July
Package price: £427
Over 50s Fun & Fellowship 6th - 13th July (7 nights) Join in the fun with this week-long break, including coach excursions to Tintern, Monmouth and Berrington Hall (NT) and evening socials and entertainment.
3rd - 10th August (7 nights)
Break code: 01249
17th - 24th August (7 nights) Package price: £427 Break code: 01250
24th - 31st August (7 nights)
Package price: £455
Package price: £427
Break code: 01134
Break code: 01251
Cross Stitch & Strolls 13th - 19th July (6 nights)
Daytime Walks & Evening Dancing 31st Aug - 6th Sep (6 nights)
A full programme of craft and strolls suitable for all levels. Evening fellowship, guided walks and entertainment
Package price: £396 Break code: 01246
Walking
Lindors Variety Break 22nd - 27th July (5 nights)
Break code: 01241
Package price: £375 (NT members: £345)
Package price: £280
Summer Gardens by Coach 23rd - 29th June (6 nights)
Music / Dancing
This week is an excellent opportunity for those interested in walking, dancing or even both! If you are only a beginner there is no need to worry as both walking and dancing are led by experienced instructors. You will be in capable hands which ever activity you decide to undertake! Furthermore with fun and fellowship, daytime walks of 3 - 8 miles and evening dances, this will be an enjoyable week for all!
Package price: £426 Break code: 01252
www.christianguild.co.uk/lindors
September
October
December
Lindors Variety Break 8th - 13th September (5 nights)
Autumn Tints 6th - 11th October (5 nights)
Christmas Markets & Shopping 1st - 6th December (5 nights)
A real look at Lindors and the Wye Valley, with a guided walk, a variety of evening fellowship with varied entertainment and days out.
Come and see the magical autumn colours of the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean, with two medium and two short guided walks around the area, while enjoying fun and fellowship with evening socials.
This break is great for any cultural shopper, join us as we visit the city of Bath to the continental markets by coach, take the train into Cardiff and take a look at the city and the European markets, while in the evening enjoy fellowship and entertainment.
Package price: £365 Break code: 01253
Package price: £365
Package price: £225
Break code: 01261
Music Break 20th - 25th October (5 nights) Back by popular demand. This break is ideal for any music lover, with a full varied programme of activities, evening entertainment and fellowship
Package price: £330 Break code: 01131
Half Term 27th Oct - 1st Nov (5 nights) Join us for a full variety of fun and activities for all the family including fun swims, movie nights, quizzes and evening competitions.
Package price: £260
Turkey & Tinsel 8th - 13th December (5 nights) The perfect opportunity to replicate Christmas Week without all the stress of organising it! Including a trip to the pantomime, this break will be both relaxing and enjoyable. There will also be a traditional Christmas dinner and different evening entertainments.
Package price: £240 Break code: 01267
Christmas Celebration 22nd - 28th December (min 5 nights) This wonderful time of year brings old friends together and seals new friendships. Join us as we celebrate this important occasion with a full programme of events and our seasonal boxing day visit to the pantomime
Break code: 01262 The River Wye from Symonds Yat
UFO Break – Unfinished Objects! 22nd - 27th September (5 nights) No, not unidentified flying objects but unfinished objects. Come and bring those unfinished craft projects you have stashed in cupboards. Let someone else prepare the meals and wash the dishes while you luxuriate in lovely surroundings and try to finish a project you started long ago. Leaders will be Glenys Deval and Val Smith.
Break code: 01266
Package price: £440 (5 nights) Break code: 01243
New Year Celebration 28th Dec - 2nd Jan 2014 (3-5 nights)
November
See in 2014 with fellowship and celebration with our fantastic full board package. Inclusive of lunch, dinner and festivities make your New Year break a memorable one
Break code: 01242
Lindors Variety Break 3rd - 8th November (5 nights)
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237
Fellowship Break with Jean Long 29th Sep - 4th Oct (5 nights)
A real look at Lindors and the Wye Valley, with a guided walk, a variety of evening fellowship with varied entertainment and days out.
This year we are honoured to have Rev David King, superintendent of St Neots & Huntingdon Circuit as our guest speaker, formerly superintendent of Plymouth mission and Penrith Circuit and former chair of Bolton & Rochdale Methodist Circuit.
Package price: £295
Package price: £355
This year David has the theme of 'discipleship and Christian Holiness'. This is an opportunity to share fellowship, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy days out, evening musical entertainment, and the beautiful grounds of Lindors.
Package price: £329 Break code: 01254
Puzzlewood
Break code: 01263
Books & Poetry 17th - 22nd November (5 nights) Take this time to relax before the hustle and bustle of the festive season by reading, exchanging or even writing a book while sat by our roaring log fires. Also we have a chance to write poetry with the guidance of a local poet.
Package price: £287 Break code: 01264
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01594 530283
Break code: 01265
Sidmouth, Devon
Sidholme Hotel
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Places to Visit
he majestic Georgian mansion of Sidholme Hotel sits in idyllic grounds in the Regency seaside town of Sidmouth.
Inside the resplendent building is the jewel in the crown – a stunning Victorian music room, with fine chandeliers and Gothic-style organ.
• Jurassic Coastline World Heritage Site • Crealy Adventure Park
As well as welcoming bedrooms and lounges, there is lots to do for the more active guests. There is a heated indoor swimming pool, a snooker room, table tennis and spacious landscaped grounds.
• Norman Lockyer Observatory • Exeter Cathedral & Underground Passages • Seaton Tramway • Beer Quarry Caves
Sidholme Hotel, with its proximity to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site and East Devon’s charming countryside, is perfect for short breaks and holidays.
• Forde Abbey & Gardens • Powderham Castle • Branscombe Old Bakery, Manor Mill & Forge
Sidholme Hotel, Elysian Fields, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8UJ tel: 01395 515104 fax: 01395 579321 email: sidholme@christianguild.co.uk
hotel tariffs for 2013 (per person, per night, inclusive of VAT) Half board Superior En-suite House 3 Jan – 22 Feb £57 £53 23 Feb – 17 May £65 £61 18 May – 27 Sept £70 £66 28 Sept – 25 Oct £65 £61 26 Oct – 21 Dec £57 £53 Christmas: full board, minimum 5 night stay. New year: full board 22 – 27 Dec £90 £86 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014 £85 £77
Non en-suite House En-suite Annexe £42 £49 £48 £56 £53 £59 £48 £56 £42 £49 £77 £69
£84 £75
www.christianguild.co.uk/sidholme
Non en-suite Annexe £39 £45 £50 £45 £39 £74 £67
Themed Breaks at Sidholme break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
new year New Year Celebration 28th Dec 2012 - 2 Jan (3-5 nights) See in 2013 with fellowship and celebration with our fantastic full board package.
Package prices: 5 nights - £335, 4 nights - £288, 3 nights - £231 Break code: 00957
January Knit & Natter 27th Jan - 1st Feb (5 nights) Have you got a craft project that you just never seem to get round to? Spend time doing your craft on this break and let someone else worry about the cooking and housework!
Package price: £200 Break code: 01119
February February Half Term 17th - 22nd February (5 nights) Half term fun in and around the hotel with craft activities, sports, competitions and suggested places to visit.
Package price: £240
Family Fun
Heritage
Keswick in Devon 4th - 8th March (4 nights) Experience the presence of God and join visitors and local Christians for concentrated Bible teaching and ministry. Two meetings a day enjoy audiences of 250 - 300 from far and wide across the UK. First meeting Monday evening, 7.45pm. Tue – Fri meetings at 10.45am and 7.45pm in All Saints Church. This year’s speaker is Chris Sinkinson from Moorlands College. Please note we have limited availability for the Friday night.
Package price: £244 Break code: 01121
English Country Dancing 17th - 22nd March (5 nights) Ron Coxall is back for this break, with dancing every morning and afternoon, followed by a dance party after dinner each evening. Musical accompaniment will be from Rod and Francis Straddling.
Package price: £365 Break code: 00926
Spiritual
Walking
Spring Birdwatching 24th - 29th March (5 nights)
Working With Willow 15th - 18th April (3 nights)
Under the expert eye of Richard Preston there will be daily trips to local birdwatching sites such as Seaton Marsh Local Nature Reserve and the RSPB reserve of Bowling Green Marsh.
On this mini break Richard Kerwood from Windrush Willow (www.windrushwillow.com) will provide you with the materials and tuition to make various things which you can take home with you.
Package price: £360
Package price: £260
Break code: 01136
Break code: 01139
Pre-Easter Break 24th - 28th March (4 nights) Come and spend a few days, perhaps in quiet contemplation, before Easter. There will be suggested visits or a range of walks during the days and gentle activities each evening.
Package price: £220 Break code: 00923
Easter Break 28th Mar - 2nd Apr (5 nights) A varied Easter program for the young and the young-at-heart, with reflective devotions on the Easter theme, an Easter egg hunt around the grounds and the chance to get involved in activities in the town such as, usually, a walk of witness and hot cross bun giveaway.
Package price: £280 Break code: 00924
Break code: 01120
March
Music / Dancing
April Easter Holiday Family Fun 7th - 12th April (5 nights) A chance to celebrate the Easter holidays with fun and games in and around Sidholme Hotel: craft activities, sports, competitions and a slightly late Easter Egg Hunt!
Package price: £280 Break code: 01137
Watercolour Painting Level 1 14th - 19th April (5 nights) Sarah Bell, a local watercolour artist, will give approximately 14 hours tuition during this break, covering different projects or techniques such as: colour mixing; brush technique; wet in wet; glazing and layering paint. You can then put these techniques into practise painting poppies, simple landscapes and still life studies. Sarah will also give a demonstration of her work and techniques. You will need to provide your own materials and equipment. Details on request / booking.
Package price: £410 Break code: 01143
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01395 515104
Exeter Cathedral
Digital Photography 21st - 26th April (5 nights) Paul Clayden will teach anyone to improve their Digital Photography no matter what your previous experience (or lack of it!) The flexible programme will be adapted to the needs of the participants.
Package price: £420 Break code: 01140
English Country Dancing 21st - 26th April (5 nights) In this popular break John and Anne Matthews will lead dancing tuition for novice and more experienced dancers each afternoon and there will be folk dancing each evening. There will also be strolls of 1 – 3 miles in the mornings and some full-day walks of 4 – 7 miles.
Package price: £350 Break code: 00920
Spring Walking 28th Apr - 3rd May (5 nights) A chance to do daily walks of 4 – 7 miles in the somewhat hilly Devon countryside around Sidholme Hotel. Some walks will start from the hotel itself and for others transport will be provided.
Package price: £350 Break code: 01138
Themed Breaks at Sidholme break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
Heritage
May
June
Car Free & Care Free 5th - 9th May (4 nights)
Coastal Walking 2nd - 7th June (5 nights)
Let us take you out on two full-day and one half-day coach trips including a round-robin Riverlink trip through Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes and travelling by boat, steam train and bus, plus visits to Bicton Park Botanical Gardens and Powderham Castle.
Spend a few days walking the hilly World Heritage Jurassic coast near Sidholme Hotel in approximately 8 mile stretches.
Package price: £345
Tea Shop Walks 16th - 21st June (5 nights)
Break code: 01142
Local Devonshire Food & Drink 12th - 17th May (5 nights)
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Family Fun
This comprehensive package includes: a day's instruction on making petit fours with a local patisserie chef; a tour round the Quickes Cheddar factory, from milking to finished cheese and a chance to taste the products; a visit to the Pebblebed vineyard (from BBC 2’s Dragons Den) with a tapas lunch and wine tasting; a day's demonstration of smoking and curing meat with Robin Rea, senior chef at River Cottage; and transport and entry to Devon County Show.
Package price: £420 Break code: 01169
Local Music Break 19th - 24th May (5 nights) Your chance to hear some of our great local talent perform. There will be a different performance in the glorious Music Room each evening, showcasing a selection of the variety of local artists and groups we have in this area. Days will be free for you to explore this region of Devon from an ideal situation.
Package price: £305 Break code: 01141
Spring Half Term 26th - 31st May (5 nights) Fun for all the family at Sidholme Hotel with games, sports, quizzes and craft activities. We can also point you in the direction of lots of local all weather attractions.
Package price: £305
Break code: 01145
Do you like tea? Do you like a walk? Then this is the break for you! Each day there will be an excursion, with transport provided, to different local tea shops with a circular walk of around 3 – 5 miles based on the tea shop before you go in for refreshments.
Package price: £395 Break code: 01166
Local Museums 24th - 28th June (4 nights) There is a wealth of history associated with this area of Devon and this break offers you a chance to visit some of our local museums to explore this, including the Sidmouth museum, the newly re-opened Royal Albert Memorial Museum in Exeter and an evening visit to the Norman Lockyer Observatory.
Package price: £310 Break code: 01146
Petersfield Coach Holiday 29th Jun - 6th Jul (7 nights) Join Gordon Churchill as he brings a coach to Sidholme Hotel from Petersfield picking up at Liss, Petersfield, Winchester, Southampton, Bournemouth and Dorchester. There will be five full-day excursions by coach during the week as well as the usual evening social activities.
Package price: £565 Break code: 01147
July
During this week there will be a choice of a longer, 8 miles + walk, or a shorter 4 – 7 mile walk each walking day. An ideal opportunity to stretch your legs in the hilly local countryside. Sidmouth
Spiritual
Walking
Powderham Castle
Package price: £390
Summer Walking 13th - 20th July (7 nights)
Break code: 01144
Music / Dancing
Car Free & Care Free 22nd - 26th July (4 nights) Get yourself to Sidholme Hotel and then let us take you out on one half-day and two full-day coach trips to exciting destinations in the local area, including Exeter Cathedral, Seaton Tramway and Montacute House.
Package price: £342 Break code: 01149
july & August Family Fun Weeks Family Fun weeks are a fun mix of activities for all the family with sports, quizzes, games and craft activities. As well as all this there will be an evening kids club and bedtime story before the evening event.
27th Jul - 3rd Aug (7 nights) Package price: £425 Break code: 01150
3rd - 10th August (7 nights) Package price: £425 Break code: 01151
10th - 17th August (7 nights) Including Teen Zone. This week features similar activities to the other Family Fun weeks but there will also be a Teen Zone Time after evening prayers. Daytime activities like Go Ape, paintballing and canoeing will be offered off site at an extra cost.
Package price: £425 Break code: 01152
17th - 24th August (7 nights) Package price: £425 Break code: 01153
Bank Holiday Fun 23rd - 27th August (4 nights) Make the most of the August Bank Holiday. There’ll be fun activities organised in house, an afternoon cream tea, entry to Bicton Park Botanical Gardens and a 6 mile guided walk.
Package price: £510
Package price: £290
Break code: 01148
Break code: 01154
www.christianguild.co.uk/sidholme
September M5 Coach Holiday 1st - 6th September (5 nights)
Watercolour Painting Level 2 20th - 25th October (5 nights)
Package price: £475
Sarah Bell, a local watercolour artist, will give approximately fourteen hours tuition on this break, building on the basic skills from the Level 1 Course (14-19 April) or for those with painting experience. Projects will be loosely based around boats, sea and skies, and take a particular look at creative composition. Sarah will also give a demonstration of her work and painting techniques one evening. You will need to provide your own equipment and materials. Details on request or booking.
Break code: 01155
Package price: £410
Car Free & Care Free 1st - 6th September (5 nights)
Break code: 01159
This holiday includes return coach travel to Sidholme Hotel picking up in Birmingham, Worcester, Cheltenham, Bristol and Taunton. There will be one half-day and two full-day coach trips to The National Trust Property of Greenway, Tiverton Canal Barge and Buckfastleigh as well as a free day to explore Sidmouth.
This break includes one half-day and two full-days out by coach as per the M5 Coach Holiday above, plus one and a half free days to give you time to explore the local area.
Autumn Half Term 27th Oct - 1st Nov (5 nights)
Package price: £410
Fun for all the family at Sidholme Hotel with games, sports, quizzes and craft activities. We can also point you in the direction of lots of local all weather attractions.
Break code: 01156
Package price: £250
Roger Jones Music Week 7th - 13th September (6 nights)
Break code: 01160
Come and join Roger and his team as you learn a musical in a week and are enriched by their teaching and worship sessions.
Package price: £400 Break code: 01122
Autumn Walking 22nd - 27th September (5 nights) Your chance to enjoy four different walks of 4 – 7 miles each in the somewhat hilly countryside around Sidmouth.
Package price: £380
November Scottish Dancing 3rd - 7th November (4 nights) Tony Payne leads a few days of Scottish dancing suitable for all, with tuition in the Music Room from 9.30am – 12.30pm each morning, Monday – Wednesday (including a coffee break). There will then be Social Dancing in the Music Room from 8.30pm on each of those evenings.
Package price: £255 Break code: 01158
Break code: 01157
October Oxfordshire Folk Association 6th - 11th October (5 nights) Callers from the Oxfordshire Folk Association will be with us to lead dancing each morning and evening. There will also be walks organised and various activities such as handbell ringing, longsword dancing and choral singing. Non members are encouraged to come along and have a go.
Package price: £310 Break code: 00922
The Jurassic Coast
Digital Photograph Enhancement 17th - 22nd November (5 nights) Paul Clayden explains how to get the best out of your digital images using Photoshop Elements 10 (version 9 will also be ok) on your own laptop*. The sessions will be in the mornings Monday – Thursday. The afternoons will be free and there will be social activities in the evenings. *Contact hotel for minimum computer specification.
November & December Exeter Cathedral’s 2nd Christmas Market 21st Nov - 15th Dec (any 2+ nights) Stay for two nights or more and get a 20% discounted tariff and one entry per person into Exeter Cathedral, with the chance to enjoy this fantastic Christmas Market.
Package price: £85 (2 nights) Break code: 01281
Turkey & Tinsel with Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market We will be bringing coaches to this fantastic event from various locations around the country. Please check the website or contact the hotel for pick-up points. Each break will include an evening party; a trip to the Exeter Christmas Market, the Cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum; a Christmas dinner and carol concert; and a gala dinner and New Year's quiz. From Redruth and from Birmingham
24th - 27th November (3 nights) Package price: £260 Break code: 01277 From Eastbourne and from Cardiff
2nd - 5th December (3 nights) Package price: £260 Break code: 01278 From Birmingham
6th - 9th December (3 nights) Package price: £260 Break code: 01279 From Bury St. Edmunds and from Bude
9th - 12th December (3 nights) Package price: £260 Break code: 01280
Christmas Celebration 22nd - 28th Dec (min 5 nights) The warm welcome and big family atmosphere of Sidholme Hotel makes it the ideal place to spend Christmas either as an individual, couple or family. Social activities in house and locally are on offer and all meals and daily afternoon tea are included.
Package price: £360
Package price: £430 (5 nights)
Break code: 01162
Break code: 01164
Birdwatching 24th - 29th November (5 nights)
New Year Celebration 28th Dec - 2nd Jan 2014 (3-5 nights)
Under the expert eye of Richard Preston there will be daily trips out to local birdwatching sites such as Seaton Marsh Local Nature Reserve and the RSPB reserve of Bowling Green Marsh.
Ring in the New Year surrounded by friends new and old. As at Christmas there are plenty of activities on offer as well as time to sit and chat or explore the local area.
Package price: £340
Package prices: 5 nights - £335, 4 nights - £288, 3 nights - £231
Break code: 01163
Break code: 01165
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01395 515104
St Ives, Cornwall
Treloyhan Manor Hotel
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Places to Visit • St Ives Bay & Porthminster Beach • The Eden Project • Lost Gardens of Heligan • The Lizard • Land's End • Kynance Cove • Tate St Ives Gallery • St Michael's Mount • Mousehole • Penzance • Truro • Minack Theatre
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his superb 19th century manor house offers guests fantastic views across Carbis Bay in the Cornish coast town of St Ives.
Set in the serenity of beautiful gardens, Treloyhan Manor Hotel offers superb bedrooms, delicious home-cooked cuisine in its splendid restaurant and traditional Cornish cream teas in a range of comfortable lounges. The hotel is close to clean, sandy beaches, picturesque villages and the wealth of tourist attractions that this part of Cornwall has to offer. Back in the tranquillity of the hotel you can enjoy the facilities, such as the games room, pool table, free Wi-Fi, music room, putting green, croquet and table tennis.
Treloyhan Manor Hotel, St Ives, Cornwall TR26 2AL tel: 01736 796240 fax: 01736 798377 email: treloyhan@christianguild.co.uk
hotel tariffs for 2013 (per person, per night, inclusive of VAT) Half board Premier Sea View Annexe Sea View En-suite En-suite En-suite Single en-suite Non en-suite 3 Jan – 22 Feb £51 £46 £44 £36 £33 23 Feb – 17 May £62 £57 £55 £46 £44 18 May – 12 July £70 £65 £62 £59 £56 13 July – 30 Aug £74 £69 £66 £63 £61 31 Aug – 27 Sept £70 £65 £62 £59 £56 28 Sept – 25 Oct £62 £57 £55 £46 £44 26 Oct – 21 Dec £51 £46 £44 £36 £33 Christmas: full board, minimum 5 night stay. New year: full board 22 – 27 Dec £90 £85 £83 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014 £86 £81 £79
£83 £79
www.christianguild.co.uk/treloyhan
£78 £74
Non en-suite £26 £38 £48 £57 £48 £38 £26 £76 £72
Themed Breaks at Treloyhan Manor break types:
Arts & Crafts
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
Music / Dancing
Spiritual
Walking
new year New Year Celebration 28th Dec 2012 - 2 Jan (3-5 nights) See in 2013 with fellowship and celebration with our fantastic full board package.
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237 Break code: 01024
January Burns Week 19th - 26th January (7 nights) “Some hae meat and canne eat, some would eat that want it, But we hae meat ad we can eat Sae let the Lord be thankit” Celebrate Burns Nights with us during this fun week, where you can sample traditional Scottish cuisine, enjoy poetry reading by our open log fire, and of course, try our chef’s famous homemade shortbread.
Porthminster Beach, St Ives
February Half Term 16th - 23rd February (7 nights) Fun and games for all the family, including table tennis, pool, board games and channel island cricket.
Package price: £273 Break code: 01115
Package price: £285 Break code: 01113
March
February Craft Week 8th - 15th February (7 nights) If you like crafts then this is the week for you! Join us at Treloyhan Manor Hotel and explore your creative side, where you can enjoy a variety of activities whilst relaxing in the hotel's comfortable surroundings.
Package price: £295 Break code: 01194
St Piran's Week 2nd - 9th March (7 nights) Saint Piran or Perran is an early 6th century Cornish abbot and saint, supposedly of Irish origin. He is the patron saint of tin miners and generally regarded as the patron saint of Cornwall. His flag is a white cross on a black background. This will be a week of fun and festivities for all the family, as we visit various places steeped in Cornish history. It will include sightseeing trips to the stunning Truro Cathedral; a visit to Gwennap Pit; the beautiful gardens at Trengwainton; and of course, the St Piran's Day parade which takes place in Penzance.
Package price: £455 Break code: 01114
Painting & Beadwork Week 16th - 23rd March (7 nights) Paint the Cornish scenery in watercolours with expert tuition from the talented, awardwinning artist Ron Bailey. This course caters for a range of skills and abilities.
Minack Theatre
Easter Weeks Fun and games for all the family during these weeks of seasonal celebration.
23rd - 30th March (7 nights) Package price: £350 Break code: 01289
30th Mar - 6th Apr (7 nights) Package price: £350 Break code: 01117
May Spring Bank Holiday 25th May - 1st Jun (7 nights) Join us at Treloyhan Manor for fantastic activities that are challenging, inspiring, but above all, fun for everyone. Whatever your age, there is sure to be something for everyone, including plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
Package price: £430 Break code: 01290
June Early Summer Walks 1st - 8th June (7 nights) Get away from it all and visit the South West, as we invite you to join our walking break and experience our famous award-winning coastlines.
Alternatively you can discover the joys of beadwork with sessions led by Barbara Bailey, whether you are learning a new skill or returning to an old hobby.
Whether you choose a short ramble or possibly a longer walk, there will be a choice of arranged outings to include various parts of the South West to suit all tastes and abilities.
Package price: £375
Package price: £510
Break code: 01195
Break code: 01197
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01736 796240
Themed Breaks at Treloyhan Manor Arts & Crafts
break types:
Coach Holidays
Family Fun
Heritage
July & August Summer Weeks When planning you summer holiday this year, why not join us at Treloyhan Manor where we will take care of everything for you. There will be fantastic activities during the day that are challenging, inspiring but above all fun, and plenty of entertainment every evening for the whole family.
Land's End
Strolls Week 22nd - 29th June (7 nights) Come and enjoy St. Ives and its beautiful surrounding areas at a more relaxed pace with our short strolls week. Up to 3 miles each, these strolls are as level as possible, with stops at tea and coffee shops along the way. These well planned days out are filled with stunning coastlines and famous points of interest.
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A fun-filled week with Scottish heritage, dancing and poetry. There's no better time of the year to spend the days by our open fire with our luxurious hot chocolate and a book from our library. This break includes a St Andrews Day banquet dinner.
Winter Walking Week 30th Nov - 7th Dec (7 nights)
Break code: 01200
In addition we also offer extreme sports where you can learn to surf, get camouflaged in paintballing, or set sail in a self-hire motor boat. These may incur extra charges and are subject to availability.
As Cornwall softens at the end of autumn, come and enjoy a look at our fabulous coastline. Walks of 3 - 7 miles include various parts of the extreme south-west, including local places of interest and of course evening fellowship for all guests after a days walking.
27th July - 3rd Aug (7 nights)
Package price: £345
Package price: £460
Break code: 01201
Break code: 01256
Package price: £460
Methodist Heritage Tour 29th Jun - 6th Jul (7 nights)
Break code: 01257
Based at Treloyhan Manor Hotel (with return coach travel from Willersley Castle), this week includes one half-day and two full-day coach tours, plus a walking tour of St Ives. There will be stops at many of the towns and churches John Wesley preached in during the 1740’s, as well as a visit to one of his favourite preaching places - Gwennap Pit, now part of the Cornwall and West Devon World Heritage Site.
Package price: £460
10th - 17th August (7 nights) Break code: 01258
17th - 24th August (7 nights)
December Create Something Great 7th - 14th December (7 nights) Join us in getting prepared for the most magical time of the year, with Christmas card making, gift wrapping sessions and napkin folding, where we are sure to have something to suit all tastes.
Package price: £295
Package price: £460
Break code: 01202
Break code: 01259
Christmas Celebration 22nd - 28th December (min 5 nights)
24th - 31st August (7 nights) Package price: £460 Break code: 01260
September Late Summer Walks 14th - 21st September (7 nights) Get away from it all and visit the South West, as we invite you to join our walking break and experience our famous award-winning coastlines. Whether you choose a short ramble or possibly a longer walk (up to 8 miles), there will be a choice of arranged outings to include various parts of the South West to suit all tastes and abilities.
Lost Gardens of Heligan
St Andrew's Week 23rd - 30th November (7 nights)
Programmes will include some of your favourites, such as: sandcastle competitions; rounders; treasure hunts and movie nights.
Break code: 01198
Break code: 01291
Walking
November
Package price: £375
3rd - 10th August (7 nights)
Package price: £515
Spiritual
Or you could just choose to relax in the hotel's beautiful landscaped gardens.
Package price: £495
Interspersed throughout the itinerary will be plentiful opportunities to explore the beautiful area around St Ives at your leisure.
Music / Dancing
Enjoy the perfect peace and tranquillity of the South West over the festive period, and let us take care of all the arrangements. With sumptuous festive food, cosy log fires and panoramic sea views, Treloyhan boasts award winning menus, newly refurbished bedrooms and unparalleled hospitality.
Package price: £415 (5 nights) Break code: 01287
New Year Celebration 28th Dec - 2nd Jan 2014 (3-5 nights) Join us at Treloyhan for fellowship and reflection, and celebrate New Year in the award-winning coastal resort of St Ives.
Package price: £510
Package prices: 5 nights - £345, 4 nights - £296, 3 nights - £237
Break code: 01199
Break code: 01288
For more details about any of these breaks enter the break codes at www.christianguild.co.uk or contact the hotel on 01736 796240
Christmas & New Year celebrate
With an array of themed breaks throughout Advent and opportunities to share Christmas fellowship or see in the New Year in the uniquely welcoming atmosphere of a Christian Guild hotel, we have everything you need to ignite that festive spirit!
PreChristmas Breaks:
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market 21st Nov - 15th Dec at Sidholme
Turkey & Tinsel with Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market 24th - 27th Nov, 2nd - 5th Dec, 6th - 9th Dec and 9th - 12th Dec at Sidholme
Christmas Shopping & Crafts 24th - 29th Nov at Abbot Hall
Turkey & Tinsel 1st - 6th Dec at Willersley Castle
Banquet & Baubles 1st - 6th Dec at Abbot Hall
Create Something Great 7th - 14th Dec at Treloyhan Manor
Christmas Markets & Shopping 1st - 6th Dec at Lindors
Turkey & Tinsel 8th - 13th Dec at Lindors
Christmas: 22 - 27/28 December full-board festivities at all hotels
New Year:
28 December - 2 January 2014 full-board celebrations at all hotels
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Looking for somewhere to host your Christmas party? A Christian Guild hotel is the perfect venue, with the perfect menu! Contact any of our hotels today for more details and to make your booking.
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Themed Breaks Arts & Crafts 6 - 11 Jan 13 - 18 Jan 27 Jan - 1 Feb 28 Jan - 1 Feb
Craft Break Card Making & Short Strolls Knit & Natter Patchwork & Quilting
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Craft Week Poetry Writing Cross Stitch Break Knit & Natter
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3 - 8 Mar 16 - 23 Mar 24 - 28 Mar
Paper Craft & Chill Out Painting & Beadwork Week Lace Making
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14 - 19 Apr 15 - 18 Apr 21 - 26 Apr
Watercolour Painting Level 1 Working with Willow Digital Photography
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6 - 13 Jul 13 - 19 Jul
Watercolour Painting Cross Stitch & Strolls
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22 - 27 Sep
UFO Break - Unfinished Objects!
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20 - 25 Oct
Watercolour Painting Level 2
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4 - 8 Nov 11 - 15 Nov 17 - 22 Nov 24 - 29 Nov
Beading & Watercolour Painting Patchworking & Quilting Books & Poetry Digital Photograph Enhancement Christmas Shopping & Crafts
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7 - 14 Dec
Create Something Great
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Coach holidays 5 - 9 May 12 - 17 May 19 - 24 May
Car Free & Care Free Car Free & Care Free Coach, Boat & Trains
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1 - 8 Jun 15 - 21 Jun 23 - 28 Jun 23 - 29 Jun 29 Jun - 6 Jul
Burnley Coach Norwich Coach York & Easingwold Coach Summer Gardens by Coach Petersfield Coach Holiday
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14 - 19 Jul 22 - 26 Jul
North Walsham Coach Car Free & Care Free
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1 - 6 Sep M5 Coach Holiday Car Free & Care Free 29 Sep - 4 Oct Car Free & Care Free
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Family Fun 10 - 15 Feb 16 - 23 Feb 17 - 22 Feb
Half Term Family Break: Spaceman February Half Term February Half Term Half Term Family Break: Craft & Creation February Half Term February Half Term Half Term Family Fun
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23 - 30 Mar 28 Mar - 2 Apr 29 Mar - 5 Apr 30 Mar - 6 Apr
Easter Week Family Easter Break Easter House Party Family Easter Celebration Easter Week
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7 - 12 Apr
Family Break: Purely Abbot Hall Easter Holiday Family Fun
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25 May - 1 Jun 26 - 31 May 27 May - 2 Jun
Spring Bank Holiday Spring Half Term Family Fun Week
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20 - 27 Jul 27 Jul - 3 Aug 28 Jul - 2 Aug
Family Fun: Gladiators Galore Teen Week: Pirates of the Bay Family Fun Week Family Fun Summer Week Family Adventure Break
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3 - 10 Aug 4 - 9 Aug 10 - 17 Aug 17 - 20 Aug 17 - 24 Aug 23 - 27 Aug 23 - 31 Aug 24 - 31 Aug
Family Fun: Animal Adventure Family Fun Week Family Fun Summer Week Family Fun: Pirates Family Fun: Wild West Family Fun Week Family Fun: Teen Zone Summer Week Family Fun: Outdoors in Derbyshire The Long Weekend Family Fun Week Family Fun Summer Week Bank Holiday Fun Family Fun: Sport 4 All Family Fun Week Summer Week
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27 Oct - 1 Nov
Half Term: Heroes & Heroines Half Term Autumn Half Term Half Term Family Fun: Mediæval Break
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22 - 27/28 Dec Christmas Celebration 28 Dec - 2 Jan New Year Celebration
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A – Abbot Hall Hotel (p.04) 015395 32896 L – Lindors Country House Hotel (p.12) 01594 530283 S – Sidholme Hotel (p.16) 01395 515104
by Type 2013 Heritage 19 - 26 Jan
Burns Week
2 - 9 Mar 8 - 11 Mar
St Piran's Week Willersley Babies Reunion
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Local History Break
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Local Devonshire Food & Drink
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Trains Through the Valleys Local Museums Methodist Heritage Tour
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15 - 20 Sep
Trains & Boats
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St Andrew's Week
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Music & Dancing 25 Feb - 1 Mar
English Country Dancing
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17 - 22 Mar
English Country Dancing
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21 - 26 Apr
Ballroom & Latin Dancing English Country Dancing
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19 - 24 May 19 - 25 May 25 May - 1 Jun
Local Music Break Country Dancing Enjoying Music Roger Jones Christian Music Week
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9 - 14 Jun
Singing is Fun
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Country Dancing
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31 Aug - 6 Sep
Daytime Walks & Evening Dancing
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7 - 13 Sep
Roger Jones Music Week
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6 - 11 Oct 13 - 18 Oct 20 - 25 Oct
Oxfordshire Folk Association Gilbert & Sullivan Dancing & Walking Country Dancing Break Music Break
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3 - 7 Nov 10 - 15 Nov
Scottish Dancing Country Dancing
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13 - 18 Jan
Winter Wandering Card Making & Short Strolls
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3 - 8 Feb 25 Feb - 1 Mar
Winter Strolls Canals & River Walks
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10 - 15 Mar 17 - 22 Mar 24 - 29 Mar
Spring Strolls Spring Walking Spring Birdwatching
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28 Apr - 3 May Spring Walking
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May Walking Break Countryside Walks
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1 - 8 Jun 2 - 7 Jun 8 - 15 Jun 16 - 21 Jun 22 - 29 Jun 29 Jun - 6 Jul
Early Summer Walks Coastal Walking Birdwatching & Country Strolls Tea Shop Walks Strolls Week Summer Walks
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13 - 19 Jul 13 - 20 Jul
Cross Stitch & Strolls Summer Walking
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31 Aug - 6 Sep
Late Summer Walks Daytime Walks & Evening Dancing
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1 - 6 Sep 14 - 21 Sep 22 - 27 Sep
Late Summer Walks Late Summer Walks Autumn Walking
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6 - 11 Oct 13 - 18 Oct
Autumn Tints Dancing & Walking Week
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24 - 29 Nov Birdwatching Winter Strolls 30 Nov - 7 Dec Winter Walking Week
Spiritual 4 - 8 Mar 17 - 22 Mar 24 - 28 Mar 28 Mar - 2 Apr
Keswick in Devon Marilyn Baker Holiday Pre-Easter Break Easter Break
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25 May - 1 Jun
Roger Jones Christian Music Week
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21 - 26 Jul
Marilyn Baker Holiday
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Walking
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What's on when there's 'nothing on'? This page lists many of the Themed Breaks running at our hotels in 2013. But that's not all we have to offer! Our hotels are open all 365 days of the year! So even though there may not be a Themed Break on, you are still certain of the warm Christian welcome that makes any stay at a Christian Guild hotel special.
T – Treloyhan Manor Hotel (p.20) 01736 796240 W – Willersley Castle Hotel (p.08) 01629 582270
www.christianguild.co.uk
Holidays Further Afield 2013 laKe garda, veRona & veNice sightseeing and/or walking Departs 19th May 8 days from £875 Features: • 4* hotel in Riva del Garda • Half board accommodation •A full programme of included excursions & guided tours • Direct scheduled flights • Professional tour manager • Executive coach travel What we will see: • Boat & coach tour of Lake Garda • Verona – guided tour • Hiking excursion • Venice Optional: • Dolomites excursion on day 6 Riva del Garda
Departs 2nd June 6 days from £626
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Features: • A full programme of included excursions & guided tours • Most entrance fees included • Half board accommodation • Blue Badge guide on days 2 – 5 • Executive coach throughout What we will see: • Crathes Castle Garden • Balmoral Castle • Cawdor Castle • Battle of Culloden Visitor Centre • Castle and Gardens of Mey • John O’Groats • Falkirk Wheel Optional: • Scenic train journey from Thurso to Inverness Balmoral Castle
Visit www.christianguild.co.uk/further to download detailed itineraries for these holidays.
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Rozel Harbour Château de Vendeuvre
Departs 1st July 5 days from £555 Features: •A ll guided tours & entrance fees included • Half board accommodation • Tour manager throughout •R eturn Channel crossings • Executive coach
What we will see: • Château du Breuil • Château de Vendeuvre • Caen – guided tour • Bayeux Tapestry Museum • Guided tour of D-Day Beaches • Landings Museum at Arromanches • Mémorial de Caen
Departs 30th September 9 days from £1279 Features: • Five nights half board in 4* hotels • Three nights full board on cruise • Entrance fees included most days • Direct scheduled flights to Greece • Tour manager throughout • Executive coach
Departs 24th August. 8 days from £550 Features: •H alf board accommodation at the Biarritz hotel •O ne full-day and two half-day excursions What we will see: • F ull Island Tour including Jersey Goldsmiths, Lalique Glass Church & Corbiere Lighthouse • St. Lawrence and the War Tunnels • Battle of Flowers Museum •E ast Island Tour including Jersey Pottery and Gorey Village & Castle
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What we will see: • Amphipolis & the site of Philippi • Thessaloniki – guided city tour • Agios Dimitrios & Agia Sofia • Meteora Monasteries • Ancient Delphi & Delphi Museum • Mykonos – walking tour • Kusadasi & The House of the Virgin Mary • Patmos • Santorini – walking tour • Ancient Corinth • Athens – The Acropolis, Mars Hill, the Agora & guided city tour Meteora
To book on any of these breaks, contact us on 01629 580550.
Self-Catering Pine Lodges Locations: Abbot Hall Hotel & Lindors Country House Hotel
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ur fully equipped self-catering lodges provide perfect accommodation for families all year round. There are five lodges in the grounds of Abbot Hall Hotel and 28 Lindors Country House Hotel. There are four two-bedroom lodges at each hotel, each sleeping four guests. The fifth lodge has three bedrooms, accommodating six guests, making it ideal for larger families. Each lodge is fully equipped with central heating, lighting, bed linen and towels. While staying in the lodges you are free to use all the facilities of the hotel, including the all-weather swimming pools. If you prefer not to self-cater you can arrange to take meals in the hotel. Throughout your stay you will be welcome to join in any planned activities.
2-Bedroom Lodges: • Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with twin beds • Family bathroom / WC • L iving room (including kitchen, dining & lounge areas) • One lodge at each hotel has ramped access, extra wide doors, handrails, & bathroom / WC facilities for people with disabilities
3-Bedroom Lodge at Abbot Hall: • Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with twin beds • One bedroom with a single and a Z bed • En-suite shower room / WC off main bedroom • Family bathroom / WC • L iving room (including kitchen, dining & lounge areas)
3-Bedroom Lodge at Lindors: • Entrance / Balcony • One bedroom with double bed • One bedroom with 3’ twin beds • One bedroom with 2’6” twin beds • En-suite shower room / WC off main bedroom • Family bathroom / WC • Living room (including kitchen, dining & lounge areas) • TV and DVD
Swimming Pools Locations: Abbot Hall Hotel, Lindors Country House Hotel, Sidholme Hotel & Willersley Castle Hotel
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eing able to relax in the warmth of the clear waters of a heated indoor pool adds a touch of luxury to any holiday. And it’s no different with Christian Guild, where you are able to enjoy the luxury of our 15-metre pools at four of our hotels. Whether you want to unwind on an evening, or want to take your children for a bit of an early splash, our swimming pools are ideal. With a depth of just 1.4 metres, adults and children alike can enjoy the wonderful pools. For the younger children, we also offer shallow pools, so no-one need miss out. Those who prefer not to get their feet wet can still enjoy the serene setting with poolside seating and comfortable spectator viewing areas. With free towels for everyone, you really can relax no matter what the weather!
LODGE TARIFFS 2013: Minimum stay may apply during peak periods. Please contact hotels for details.
ABBOT HALL Up to 3 nights Prices per lodge per night.
2 bed
3 bed
2 Jan – 15 Feb 16 Feb – 17 May 18 May – 19 Jul 20 Jul – 30 Aug 31 Aug – 1 Nov 2 Nov – 21 Dec
£73 £100 £121 £125 £103 £74
£89 £122 £131 £151 £123 £91
4-6 nights 2 bed 3 bed £57 £93 £93 £121 £93 £58
£73 £110 £110 £136 £110 £75
7+ nights 2 bed 3 bed £46 £82 £82 £105 £82 £47
£62 £98 £100 £120 £98 £64
Christmas & New Year: minimum 5 night stay. Prices are per person per night, full board. 22 – 27 Dec: £90
28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014: £86
LINDORS Up to 3 nights Prices per lodge per night. 2 Jan – 22 Mar 23 Mar – 17 May 18 May – 19 Jul 20 Jul – 30 Aug 31 Aug – 25 Oct 26 Oct – 21 Dec
2 bed £73 £100 £121 £125 £103 £74
3 bed £89 £122 £131 £151 £123 £91
4-6 nights 2 bed 3 bed £57 £73 £93 £110 £93 £110 £110 £125 £93 £110 £58 £75
7+ nights 2 bed 3 bed £46 £62 £82 £98 £82 £100 £96 £110 £82 £98 £47 £64
Christmas & New Year: minimum 5 night stay. Prices are per person per night, full board. 22 – 27 Dec: £93
28 Dec – 2 Jan 2014: £84
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Christian Guild boasts an inspirational collection of hotels and venues that are perfect for conferences, retreats and church groups. Our individual venues are set in their own stunning grounds that will touch the imagination and help your meeting, conference or retreat be a great success. We have years of experience in organising events with a Christian perspective, and with all the modern facilities needed for conferences and meetings – including audiovisual equipment – we will ensure a quality service every time. We also offer catering expertise and you can rest assured that your refreshments and buffets will be first class. You can also stay in one of our superb hotels with our excellent overnight accommodation for delegates. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.
Abbot Hall Hotel • Concert Hall • Courtyard Conference Suite • Drawing Room • Blue Room • Bay View Lounge • Restaurant • Coffee Shop
Lindors Country House Hotel • Music Room • Pump Room • Mork Room • Restaurant
Sidholme Hotel • Music Room 100 25 • Buckingham Room 60 30 • Oak Room 60 40 • Richmond Room 50 25 • Lounge
Treloyhan Manor Hotel
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Willersley Castle Hotel • Music Room • Mews • Coffee Lounge • TV Lounge • The Library
Private Functions & Events Whatever event you're planning we have the perfect venue for you. From corporate events to birthday parties, anniversaries and family celebrations, we can help you arrange the perfect day. We're also available to clubs and associations that want a quality venue for functions and meals. From finger buffets to formal dinners, we use the best quality ingredients to suit a wide range of budgets. And whenever possible, we use locally-sourced produce. With our attractive function rooms and glorious settings, our hotels offer a venue that will make every occasion memorable. Our teams across Christian Guild hotels work tirelessly to ensure your special event is perfect.
Wedding Receptions Across the Christian Guild collection we have an extensive range of enchanting wedding reception venues to ensure your big day is special. All our hotels benefit from charming grounds that provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable day and inspirational photographs. Our expert staff work closely with you at every stage to ensure your reception is immaculate in every respect. We can cater for your guests whatever your budget, and we can provide the perfect venue for daytime receptions and evening entertainment. Afterwards, you can relax in the comfort of your outstanding bedroom. Contact us today and let us help you organise a wedding to remember. image top right: www.fieldphotographic.com
Terms & Conditions HOTEL BOOKING CONDITIONS a) Terms are per person per night, inclusive of VAT. b) Half Board includes dinner, bed and breakfast from evening meal on day of arrival to breakfast on day of departure. No allowance can be made for meals not taken. c) Special diets or other requirements will, whenever possible be catered for if Managers are informed when booking. d) No single room supplement is charged. However, the number of single rooms is limited and we reserve the right to restrict the number of double or twin rooms allowed for single occupancy. e) Guests unable to vacate the premises by themselves, in case of emergency, must be accompanied by friends or relatives. f) Car parking is entirely at the owner’s risk. g) Dogs or other pets cannot be taken, with the exception of registered assistance dogs for people with disabilities. h) We ask our customers not to bring or consume their own alcoholic drinks on the premises. i) Bookings should be made with the hotel of your choice. A non-refundable deposit of £50.00 per adult (£10 per child 5 years and over) per week or part thereof, is due with each booking, payments accepted by cheque, credit/ debit card. Full payment is due one calendar month prior to the commencement of your stay. Card details provided will be used for any balance due and will be taken automatically approximately one calendar month prior to the commencement of the holiday. The deposit per lodge is £100; see lodge booking conditions below. j) Credit card payments will incur an additional charge of 1.5% k) Bookings generally can only be accepted for a type of room, eg. Superior, En-suite or Non en-suite. Specific
room requests will be considered, however this will be subject to availability and hotel general manager agreement. Acceptance of a booking with specific room request will incur a fee of £15 per room per week. (Not applicable to disability friendly bedrooms). l) VAT at 20% is included in the terms shown but will be charged at any changed rate applicable at the time of payment for the holiday. m) We reserve the right to alter our published Terms in extreme circumstances including changes in taxation. n) If in exceptional circumstances, we find that we are unable to offer the accommodation booked, a full refund will be given unless alternative accommodation is agreed. o) If we have to make a significant change or cancel a themed break we will tell you as soon as possible. You will be offered an alternative holiday or receive a full refund. Where our liability is limited we will not pay any expenses, costs or losses you may incur as a result of any change or cancellation. No compensation is payable for minor changes or where we cancel or make a significant change before the date of the balance of your holiday costs falls due. Minor changes do not entitle you to cancel or change to another holiday without paying our normal charges. p) The company reserves the right to charge guests for all damage to hotel property. LODGE BOOKING CONDITIONS The above hotel booking conditions apply as appropriate to lodge bookings. Terms are per lodge per night, inclusive of VAT, on a self-catering basis with a minimum stay of three nights except as indicated elsewhere in this brochure. The deposit payable per lodge is £100 and payments should be made in accordance with our hotel booking conditions. Holidays Further Afield CONDITIONS Please see the separate conditions for these holidays on the booking form.
BOOKINGS All bookings should be made direct to the hotel of your choice. INSURANCE When you book a holiday you are entering into a legally binding contract, which, if cancelled or curtailed, will incur a cancellation charge. The company does not offer any form of holiday insurance or cancellation cover. As a Christian organisation we feel it important, and would strongly recommend, that all guests comprehensively insure their holiday against all eventualities with an insurer of their choice. Guests from outside the UK must be covered by adequate insurance covering cancellation, sickness, accident or other misfortune. CANCELLATION Should you, or any member of your party, be forced to cancel your booking for any reason you should notify the manager of the hotel concerned in writing at the earliest opportunity, enclosing any relevant and supporting documentation. A cancellation will take effect from the date written notice is received by the company. Cancellations will incur the following payments: • One calendar month or more before arrival: Deposit only. • Less than one calendar month before arrival: Two thirds. • Less than 48 hours before arrival: Full cost of holiday (no refund). Deposits are non-refundable. All refund amounts detailed above will be calculated after deduction of the deposit paid. If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of your holiday insurance policy you may be able to reclaim these charges.
“Wonderful place, everything was perfect: the stay in the hotel, the swimming pool and grounds, scenery, peace, fellowship of other Christians, the service of the staff; in one word, heaven.� Abbot Hall Hotel Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria LA11 7BG t: 015395 32896 e: abbot@christianguild.co.uk
Lindors Country House Hotel The Fence, St. Briavels, Lydney Glos. GL15 6RB t: 01594 530283 e: lindors@christianguild.co.uk
Sidholme Hotel Elysian Fields, Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8UJ t: 01395 515104 e: sidholme@christianguild.co.uk
Treloyhan Manor Hotel St. Ives, Cornwall TR26 2AL t: 01736 796240 e: treloyhan@christianguild.co.uk
Willersley Castle Hotel Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JH t: 01629 582270 e: willersley@christianguild.co.uk
www.christianguild.co.uk Head Office: Christian Guild, Derwent House, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JG tel: 01629 580550 email: mail@christianguild.co.uk Christian Guild is the trading name of Methodist Guild Holidays Ltd. Registered in England and Wales No. 223776. Registered Office: Derwent House, Cromford, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5JG.
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