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day trips by coach 2014
JUL- DEC
ILABLE DAY TRIP DISCOUNTS AVA FOR
MEMBERS
BOOKINGS: 0115 9777 437 www.skills.co.uk/notcutts
Wheatcroft Garden Centre
Wheatcroft’s past as a rose grower under the family name makes them a household name locally, alongside our tradition and values of being part of the biggest family owned group of centres nationally. Our knowledgeable team alongside some great products make Notcutts Wheatcroft Garden Centre a great place to visit.
holidays Nottingham in 1919 Established
Skills also a long-established Nottingham based family run business committed to delivering the best holidays, days out and top levels of service. Founded by Arthur Skill in 1919, grandchildren Nigel and Simon started working for the business while still at school helping to clean the coaches to eventually grow up to become the managing director and financial director, but the family feel of Skills runs throughout the business. 2013 saw the two local businesses come together to create a day trip programme that has been a great success. The first edition of the new 2014 programme is out now and we hope you are as excited as we are. With a wide range of trips on offer including cities, gardens & houses, flower shows and exhibitions to name a few, we are sure there is something for all of you.
SAGE CUSTOMERS GET DISCOUNTS! We are offering all Sage Card holders a special discounted price on day trips by coach, even more reasons to join our Sage Privilege Club at Notcutts Wheatcroft Garden Centre!
pick up info
Wheatcroft Garden Centre Coach day trip pick up will be from Wheatcroft Garden Centre, Landmere Lane, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12 4DE. The coach will pick up from the top car park.
FREE PARKING
Available for customers Notcutts are offering free parking on site at their facilities in Edwalton. For customers joining our coach trips please park in the top car park.
July Sat 05th July
PICK UP TIME:
TBC
Harrogate for the Tour De France
Visit the beautiful Harrogate for the arrival of the ‘Tour de France’ . Details TBC
INCLUDES
Coach travel & time in Harrogate to see the Tour de France
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£25
£24
£23
Sun 13th July
PICK UP TIME: 08:00
Hampton Court flower Show
Set in the spectacular grounds of Hampton Court Palace for the world’s largest annual flower show. A must see for passionate gardeners and “grow your own” enthusiasts. INCLUDES
Coach travel & entrance to Hampton Court Flower Show
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£58
£58
£56
Sun 27th July
PICK UP TIME: 08:00
Tatton Park Flower Show
Tatton Park Flower Show is set in one of Cheshire’s Gardens of Distinction , showcasing promising talent with innovative and inspirational garden designs and ideas. INCLUDES
Coach travel & entrance to Tatton Park Flower Show
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£52
£52
£50
august Mon 04th August
PICK UP TIME: 09:30
Chester
Founded by the Romans in AD79, Chester still shows many signs of its fascinating and long history. Bursting with character and diversity, making Chester a perfect place to visit. INCLUDES
Coach travel & time in Chester
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£25
£24
£23
Tue 12th August
PICK UP TIME: 08:30
Buckingham Palace
We visit Buckingham Palace including the State Rooms, which are regularly used by the Queen and members of the royal family to receive their state, ceremonial and official visitors. INCLUDES
Coach travel & entrance into Buckingham Palace
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£55
£55
£53
Mon 25th August
PICK UP TIME: 08:00
Bank Holiday in Whitby
Enjoy a day in one of the most beautiful towns on the Yorkshire coast.
INCLUDES
Coach travel & free time in Whitby
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£28
£27
£26
september Sat 13th September
PICK UP TIME: 08:00
Harrogate Flower Show
Widely regarded as the UK’s largest independent gardening event and a perfect day out for all garden lovers. From independent show gardens, giant vegetables to specialist advice this has it all. INCLUDES
Coach travel & entrance to Harrogate Flower Show
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£47
£46
£45
Sat 27th September
PICK UP TIME: 08:30
Kew Gardens
The world’s most famous gardens offer botanical glasshouses, unique buildings, a royal palace and landscaped gardens all set in 121 hectares. INCLUDES
Coach Travel & entrance to Kew Gardens
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£45
£34
£26
october Thux09th 0xthOctober Jxxx
PICK UP TIME: 07:30 00:00
xxxx Maritime Greenwich
We visit Greenwich home of the Cutty Sark and the National xxxxx Maritime Museum. Greenwich is also a lovely place to shop with its famous market offering a vibrant mix of independent designer-maker shops and stalls. INCLUDES
Coach travel and & xxfree time to explore Greenwich
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£xx £35
£34 £xx
£33 £xx
november Fir 28th November
PICK UP TIME: 09:00
YorK ST NICHOLAS christMAS FAYRE
Stretching across York’s main city streets the St Nicholas Fayre is one of the most well-known open air markets in the UK. Each stall offers different products including gifts, crafts and the very best produce. INCLUDES
Coach travel & time at the Christmas Fayre
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£28
£27
£26
Sun 30th November
PICK UP TIME: 09:00
Ludlow Medieval christmas Fayre
Held in the grounds of Ludlow Castle, this medieval event hosts a Christmas Fayre like no other. With over 100 stalls selling seasonal gifts and many medieval events happening throughout the day. INCLUDES
Coach travel & free time to explore the Christmas Fayre
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£29
£28
£27
december PICK UP TIME: 10:00
Sat 06th December
Lincoln christmas Market
The Lincoln Christmas Market is an event not to be missed. The smell of chestnuts roasting, mince pies and hot mulled wine along with the sound of local choirs singing carols, give Lincoln Market a great Christmas atmosphere. INCLUDES
Coach Travel & free time to explore Lincoln Christmas market
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£23
£22
£21
Wed 10th December
PICK UP TIME: 00:00
Birmingham christmas Shopper & German Market
INCLUDES
Coach travel & time in Birmingham for shopping & to visit the markets
The Frankfurt Christmas market has enjoyed much success in Birmingham in recent years and is a firm favourite with residents and visitors alike.
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£20
£19
£18
Sun 14th December
NEW
PICK UP TIME: 09:00
Skipton christmas Market
Join us for a great day out at Skipton’s famous Christmas Market. Along with lots of shops and market stalls full of gifts, there’s plenty of opportunity for Christmas shopping. INCLUDES
Coach travel & time at Skipton Xmas market
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£23
£22
£21
NEW PICK UP TIME: 10:00
Thu 18th December
Chatsworth House at christmas
Let Chatsworth House take you on a magical journey as they put together the most fabulous Christmas displays and decorations. This year’s theme is yet to be confirmed. INCLUDES
Coach travel and entrance to Chatsworth House
Adult
Senior
SAGE
£35
£34
£33
NEW
book your day trip online
Booking your day trip online is easy as one, two, three! Step 1
Open up your internet browser and log on to www.skills.co.uk/notcutts Step 2
Once on the web page press “CLICK HERE TO BOOK” Step 3
You will then be taken to the tour list page, find your tour press the “BOOK NOW” button shown below and follow the on screen booking processes.
You will need to create an account if you havent already done so.
late availability Date Title Adult Senior Sage Pick up time Mon 07th Apr York National Railway Museum £28 £27 £26 09:00 Sat 19th Apr Burghley House & Gardens £35 £34 £33 09:30 Sat 26th Apr Harrogate Flower Show £45 £44 £43 08:00 Mon 05th May Kew Gardens £30 £29 £28 08:00 Tue 20th May RHS Chelsea Flower Show £89 £89 £87 08:00 Mon 26th May Stratford & Afternoon Tea £45 £44 £43 10:00 Wed 04th Jun London £30 £29 £28 08:00 Thu 12th Jun BBC Gardener’s World Live £39 £38 £37 09:00 Thu 12th Jun BBC Good Food Live £39 £38 £37 09:00 Wed 25th Jun Hampton Court Flower Show £49 £49 £47 08:00
important information Please note the duration of your excursion will be approximatley 4-5 hours from your arrival time, unless otherwise stated, however, we cannot be held responsible for any traffic, weather or venue conditions which may affect the approximate duration at your chosen destination. Booking conditions available upon request. Head Office, Belgrave Road, Nottingham, NG6 8LY.
how do i book? Book online at www.skills.co.uk/notcutts Book direct by calling us on 0115 9777 437 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am-1pm
Visit our Skills Travel Shops
Nottingham, 3-3a Mansfield Rd, Nottingham, NG1 3FB Bulwell, Belgrave Rd, Nottingham, NG6 8LY
Or visit our full service ABTA Travel Agent
Beeston, 104 Chilwell Rd, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1ES
holidays
For full terms and conditions visit www.skills.co.uk/notcutts Day Trips featured in this leaflet are only available exclusively to Notcutts Wheatcroft customers. Notcutts act as a booking agent for Skills who are the organiser and operator of these Day Trips. Notcutts Limited, Reg Office: The Nursery, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4AF; Company Reg in England No. 393104 VAT Reg No: 102 6805 05. Skills Travel Limited Registered Office: White House, Hicksons, Wollaton Street, Nottingham, NG1 5GF, Company Reg in England No. 546349 VAT Reg No. 660 5538 34