Coach Touring February

the modern voice of coach tourism

Volume 20 Issue 1 2020 ÂŁ3.50

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Planning 2020 Heritage Railways

Canal and River Cruises

Easter

North East

Wales

Channel Islands

Airshows and Military attractions

Isle of Wight Breweries & Distilleries Museums

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Contents 6-

News

9-

Coach Tourism Association

10 - BTTS 12 - 2020 Preview 16 - Heritage Railways

Comment

20 - Easter 23 - Yorkshire Finest 24 - Wales

Rather like John

there's always Otley!

esteemed

the corner and this year it's March 25 and 26

29 - Airshows and Millitary attractions

always, have a stand, so please stop by for a

32 -

Canal and River Cruises

33 -

South East

Wales, the

chairman of the Coach Tourism

Association, when

it comes to holiday

choice, I, too, have none and go

where I am told, where I am different, however,

is that the ‘Leeds Riviera’ is not high on my wish list! Still, John’s comments within this edition’s CTA page, have resonated loudly with me as I can also detect an air of optimism in the

country and our industry, in particular. The

recent Christmas break, during which I made it my business to speak with as many people as

possible about their thoughts for 2020, echoed this conifdence and optimism, with many Alongside people (irrespective of which camp they reside

The British Tourism & Travel Show is just around at its usual venue of the N.E.C. We will, as

chat. All of us – unless travelling hundreds and hundreds of miles – can spare the time to

attend on at least one of the days and there is no finer event for meeting so many coach operators and suppliers. With quite a few

shows having gone to the wall and others now, no more than small regional events, the B.T.T.S

28 -

Awesome Accommodation

34 - North East 36 - Channel Islands 38 -

Great Gardens

40 - Garden Centres

is the event for our industry - ' Use it or lose it' !

42 - Isle of Wight

t Ralph Richardson

46 - Museums

Acting is merely the art of keeping a large fill the beds, keep the group of peoplewho fromcan coughing

44 - Breweries and Distilleries

48 - Great Days Out

Speak soon Hugh

t far as Brexit was/isgovernment as concerned), will nowpublish wanting a to get on with things and a 'good ' summer holiday was a priority for 2020. If this

translates into firm bookings, then 2020 should be a cracking 12 months for both

domestic and overseas

Hands up if you've been to

Otley

travel.

Back to Yorkshire and

congratulations to the

good folks at Otley, as

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I hear that following on from receiving

Coach Friendly Status

Managing Director: Nigel Whittaker

last year, they have

Publishing Director: Hugh Cairns Beau Business Media Group Ltd

now been shortlisted

Publishing House, Windrush, Ash Lane, Birmingham,

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to win a 'Best

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Destination' category at the

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British Coach Tourism Awards. Good luck to them, and John, if you can't get to Leeds,

obtained in the first instance.

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Coach Touring

Trade Talk

Albatross Travel’s Winter Wonderland of New Tours for 2020/21 Train journeys, bulb cruises to

Chur. Garden lovers can opt

Enchanted Christmas.

also a BBC Media City tour in

Holland, visits to popular TV

for tours to view vibrant

In the UK there are plenty of

Salford or a chance to see

locations and trips to

displays of Spring bulbs in

new tours for steam

behind the scenes of one of

Disneyland Paris, are just some

Ireland, Belgium, France and

enthusiasts including a journey

the UK’s favourite soaps during

of the new itineraries

Holland. Highlights include a

across the Yorkshire Dales on

the Emmerdale Studio

available to operators

four-night cruise to the

the Wensleydale Railway

Experience. Call 01732 879 191

booking winter tours with

famous Dutch bulb fields

complete with slices of home-

or visit

Albatross Travel

visiting Keukenhof and historic

made fruit cake and

www.albatrossgroup.com

www.albatrosstravel.com for

Alkmaar, known as the City of

Wensleydale cheese. There’s

2020/21 in the UK and Europe.

Cheese, via the picturesque

Highlights include: Lake

Dutch waterways.

Lucerne and the Glacier

Disney fans will be able to

Express – a four-night break

take part in a year-round

featuring a one-day guided

season of events at

walking tour of Lake Lucerne,

Disneyland Paris including a

followed by a leisurely cruise

Frozen Adventure, a Legends

on the lake and concluding

of the Force Star Wars themed

with a ride on the Glacier

immersive experience plus St

Express from Andermatt to

Patrick’s Day and Disney’s

Frozen; 'Let it go' at Disneyland Paris with Albatross

Kevin Depinet ©

The Prince of Egypt opens in the West End

Starting this month, groups

Academy Award-winner

can experience the epic

Stephen Schwartz (Wicked,

emotion and soaring music

Godspell), writer Philip

of The Prince of Egypt, a

LaZebnik (Mulan,

new blockbuster musical

Pocahontas),

from Grammy- and

choreographer Sean

Cheesman and director

of the Opera, Les

Scott Schwartz. Journey

Misérables), Christine

through the wonders of

Allado (Hamilton), Alexia

Ancient Egypt as two

Khadime (Wicked, The Lion

young men, raised together

King), Olivier award

as brothers in a kingdom of

nominee Joe Dixon, Olivier

privilege, find themselves

Award nominee Debbie

divided by a secret past.

Kurup (The Bodyguard) and

One must rule as Pharaoh,

actor and entertainer Gary

the other must rise up and

Wilmot. The Prince of Egypt

free his true people; both

is brought to the West End

face a destiny that will

by DreamWorks Theatricals

change history forever. The

and is based on The

Prince of Egypt features a

DreamWorks Animation film.

cast of 38, starring Luke

Contact your usual ticket provider or visit www.theprinceofegyptgrou

Brady (Sweeney Todd), Liam Tamne (The Phantom

Albatross Travel Highlights New War time London Tours Albatross Travel is

Visitors will be treated to a

dating from 1750, that is still

Regiment of Fusiliers. A visit

promoting a new themed

fascinating underground

occupied by the Queen’s

to the recently refurbished

tour commemorating

journey explaining the

personal guard today. On

RAF Museum at Hendon,

wartime London, for groups

workings of government

Day 2 there is an

completes the itinerary.

visiting the capital in 2020.

during wartime and

opportunity to visit the

Accommodation is based at

The two night packaged

providing an insight into

iconic Tower of London.

the four star London Bridge

tour, available on selected

Churchill’s life. Also included

During the First World War

Hotel near Borough Market

dates next year, includes a

in the tour are visits to the

the moat at the Tower was

or the Park Plaza London

visit to the Churchill War

Imperial War Museum and

used to swear in 1600

River Bank Hotel on the

Rooms, which recently

the Household Cavalry

soldiers who became the

Albert Embankment.

marked its 80th anniversary.

Museum, a living museum

10th Battalion of the Royal

www.albatrossgroup.com

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01843 233524

Coach Touring

Trade Talk

Kew Palace From 3 April until 27

untouched and compare

visiting Kew, why not

situated just outside the

September 2020, and

them to the beautifully

explore Queen Charlotte’s

palace to prevent the

included in admission to

restored rooms below. 2020

Cottage, a beautiful rustic

smells invading the house!

Kew Gardens, groups can

marks 200 years since the

cottage in the grounds of

Tours are £6 per person.

explore; Kew Palace, the

death of King George III.

the palace, created for

Royal Kitchens and at

George grew up in the

Queen Charlotte. The

weekends and bank

palace and, for many

family often enjoyed

holidays, Queen

years, it was a happy

informal picnics and

Charlotte’s Cottage.

family home. However, in

afternoon teas away from

later life, it became a

the hustle and bustle of

Visitors can explore the

place of incarceration and

public life. For those with

intimate family home of

treatment for the king

loftier ambitions, why not

King George III and Queen

during his “illness”. This

climb the 253 steps up the

Charlotte. Wander through

display throughout the

Great Pagoda for

the Queen’s Boudoir where

palace rooms will

spectacular views of

Queen Charlotte would

celebrate the king’s many

London.. Groups can make

spend her time knitting and

achievements and shines

the most of their visit by

see what guests had to say

light on the often cruel

booking an intimate

about the king’s hospitality

treatment he endured at

daytime guided tour of the

in The King’s Dining Room.

the hands of his doctors.

palace. During the tour

Visitors can also take to

Through various objects

visitors will also discover

the top floor, once the

relating to the king himself,

the ingredients and

princess’s bedrooms, to see

groups will discover the

methods used to prepare

how the palace has

real man behind the much-

food for the royal table in

survived centuries

peddled myth. Whilst

the Royal Kitchens,

For more information on the various tours available, contact groupsandtravel trade@hrp.org.uk.

A room with a view climb to the top of the Great Pagoda at Kew

Arundel Castle in 2020 From April to October,

over 120 varieties await

ultimate who-would-win

August. Group bookings

visitors to Arundel Castle

spring’s return throughout

showdown.

will have the chance to

the Castle’s famous

Arundel Castle will be

experience 16 events. All

gardens. The Annual Tulip

open from Wednesday 1

are available and private guided tours of the Castle and Gardens can be

ideal for coach groups, the

Festival returns in April and

April to Sunday 1 November

Castle offers reduced

is renowned for its record-

2020. The Castle and

ticket prices for group

breaking numbers of

Gardens are open

bookings and coach

blooms.

Tuesdays to Sundays

drivers benefit from free

A ‘fierce’ clash between

inclusive, May Bank Holiday

coach parking, free

four nations will take place

Mondays and Mondays in

admission and a

in the summer heat at the

complimentary restaurant

International Jousting

voucher. On the weekend

Tournament on 21-16 July.

of 4-5 April, the 2020 open

England, Sweden, Australia

season will commence

and defending champions

with Combat at the

France will face each

Castle, a journey back to

other on horseback for the

the year 1102. With crafts,

ultimate test of skill and

combat demonstrations

strength. The August bank

and the chance to meet a

holiday weekend will see

12th century garrison of

Arundel Castle enter a

soldiers, the event is an

time warp as 12,000 Years

opportunity to get up

of Combat (29-31 August)

close and personal with

brings experts in eras from

the Castle’s Norman past.

the Stone Age to the

Over 60,000 tulip bulbs in

Victorians together for the

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arranged in advance by contacting the Castle on 01903 882173 230. Or visit www.arundelcastle.org for more details.

Coach Touring I Coach Tourism Association

Coach Tourism Association It’s too early for Spring to have sprung, but there’s very definitely a spring in the step of many industry colleagues I have talked to in the last few weeks. They naturally include a number of coach and attraction operating CTA members and colleagues, almost all of whom seemed realistically optimistic about the coming year, whilst not really wanting to mention the B word! beginning was shared by

leaving the insecurities of

situations is a very

many ordinary

the past behind them,

valuable reason to

holidaymakers who

intend to have a jolly good

become a member of the

intended to head for their

time.

association. To see what

local travel agent, or

we are up to in the near

nearest screen, to book

We think of it as pent-up

future have a look at our

somewhere nice this

demand, for our customers

web page;

Summer – having been

it is just a joyful expression

www.coachtourismassocia

hesitant to do so in 2019.

of a sense of purpose in

tion.co.uk and, for more membership and sponsor details do get in touch

the air which, as it gets

We know the hard work has only just begun. We fully realise that a final agreement may not be reached in just 12 months and that, no doubt there will be many sand traps to avoid, and cats to herd uphill before signatures appear on paper. But I believe our industry – indeed, I would say British

I think we all know that

warmer, will, I am sure, be

holiday decisions and

turned into even more

location choices are not

confirmed bookings.

always made for entirely

Holidays are just about the

with Communications Director, Helen Bowron, at: helen.bowron@coachtouris

logical reasons. I, for

most feel-good things we

massociation.co.uk.

example, go where I’m

do in the average year

told, having been out-

and experience proves

Who knows, with things

voted 2:1 by my wife and

that if our potential clients

looking up, I might even

son (The Leeds Riviera

are already feeling

make it to Leeds in

having been rubbished yet

reasonably good, they are

August.....…

again). There are many

more likely to walk through

other versions of this

our doors or click on our

scenario probably taking

web pages.

places in homes all over the country, as I write. But

Coach Tourism Association

wherever people end up,

members will be reflecting

what they will do when

the accuracy of these

they get there, and how

predictions in the coming

much fun they will have, is

months and I can only add

largely irrelevant. The

that the opportunity to

bottom line is they are

meet with these buyers

they are going and,

and sellers in relaxed

industry as a whole – heaved many collective sighs of relief over the holiday break, so glad was everyone to put the indecision and delay of Brexit (there, I said it) behind them.

Perhaps more importantly, certainly as far as profits are concerned, a few random surveys conducted on your behalf by the Chair talking to his mates in the pub, reveal that this sense of a new 9

The signs are good for a busy season..................even in Leeds

Coach Touring I British Tourism & Travel Show

Inspire your customers and groups with new trips and tours for 2020 Find ideas and inspiration for trips and tours that your customers and groups will love at the British Tourism & Travel Show, returning to the NEC Birmingham on 25-26 March 2020.

With more exhibitors than

Hall Trust | Corus and Laura

any other UK travel trade

Ashley Hotels | Almarose

event (over 270), industry

Hotels & Resorts |

professionals can meet a

Kittywake Canal Cruises |

huge variety of teams from

Finesse Chauffeurs |

attractions, destinations,

Starboard Hotels | Focus

hotels, museums, stately

Hotels | Quarry Bank |

homes, gardens and much

Leisuretime | Worldwide

more at this year’s FREE

Travel Training | Tornado

British Tourism & Travel

Steam Traction Limited |

Show.

Staycity Apartments | Carmarthenshire County

Leading tour and coach

Council | Adam Henson's

operators, group travel

Cotswold Farm Park... and

organisers, travel agents,

many more!

As well as the central

everything they need

exhibition, the Keynote

across the two-day show

theatre will feature a

to create inspired and

stellar line-up of expert

informed brochures and

speakers who will touch

packages to suit a range

upon a range of topics

of customers and groups.

affecting the UK tourism

the Destination Europe

Tourism Ireland | Cotswold

area or take part in the

Tourism | Eat Sleep Live

successful Food & Drink

Herefordshire | National

Trail. A map will be

Museum Wales | Llancaiach

provided in the printed

Fawr Manor | Visit

show guide, highlighting

Caerphilly | Adventure Parc

which relevant stands to

Snowdonia | City Cruises |

visit. For more information

Craiglands Hotel | Hambledon Vineyard |

or to attend for FREE please visit

Edinburgh First | Middleton

ww.tourismshow.co.uk.

tourism and travel; the

Show, to discover these

industries of human

fantastic exhibitors and to

happiness,” says Simon

understand what’s going

Calder, former BTTS

on in the country today. I

panelist and senior travel

think the atmosphere here

editor for The Independent.

with each other and working together to see how they can deliver great experiences, create jobs,

discover further afield in

meet the teams from:

important players in

British Tourism & Travel

everybody cooperating

sector today. Visitors can Visitors can expect to

and effectively, be

come to events like the

is great, the sense of

and travel trade professionals will find

“It’s incredibly important to

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Coach Touring I Planning 2020

Planning 2020 Some say failure to plan is planning to fail, we say you and your group can’t fail to enjoy these destinations..

CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL

the Cathedral they also

Thynne family. Groups may

runs smoothly, organising

offer tours of the Stained

book three specially

the crossing, cabins and

No visit to historic

Glass Studio, Stone

designed behind the

meals. Plus, groups of 20 or

Canterbury is complete

Workshop, Archives or

scenes tours of Longleat

more receive free coach

without exploring the

impressive Library. The

House; choose from the

and driver transportation

wonderful Cathedral, part

Cathedral has unique on-

Exclusive Tour, the Mystery

and free meals for the

of a World Heritage Site

site hotel

Tour, or the ever popular

driver.

and Mother Church of the

accommodation,

Scandalous History Tour

Something to celebrate?

Anglican Communion,

available on a bed and

where your guide will

Their Party at Sea package

whose towers dominate

breakfast basis, offering

reveal salacious

onboard their Newcastle –

the skyline. Once the site

unrivalled views of the

happenings within the

Amsterdam route is ideal

of medieval pilgrimage,

Cathedral from your

house through history.

and 1 in 10 go free. Their

today the Cathedral

bedroom window.

Enjoy this year at Longleat;

mini cruises are also

welcomes visitors from all

Cathedral Lodge also

from marvellous music,

popular with groups with

over the world, with a

offers conference facilities

inspiring food & drink, and

two fun-filled nights

wealth of treasures to

or the opportunity to

brilliant balloons to

onboard and a day to

discover within, from

include a bespoke

fantastic fireworks and

explore Amsterdam.

stunning stained glass to

refreshments package as

illuminating light shows,

There is a range of

beautiful stonework and

part of your group visit.

2020 at the Astonishing

outstanding restaurants

architectural flourishes

www.canterbury-

Kingdom is set to be

and cafes onboard and

spanning centuries. The

cathedral.org

overflowing with wonder.

packed lunches are also

LONGLEAT

Groups of 12+ receive a

available to pre-book.

Cathedral’s history stretches back over 1400

Onboard shopping, arcade

30% discount on tickets,

games and even a cinema

that have shaped England,

In 1966, Longleat became

plus additional exclusive

are available to keep you

while its links to literature

the first location outside

benefits such as

busy while you sail.

from Chaucer to Dickens

Africa to open a drive-

complimentary organiser

Their regular sailings mean

means that it has much to

through Safari. Over 50

tickets, coach drive tickets

you can choose a crossing

offer special interest

years on, Longleat remains

and meal vouchers and

time to suit your group.

groups. A new Visitor

one of the UK’s leading

the opportunity to pre-

Plus, with group deals, you

Centre, Viewing Gallery,

tourist attractions.

arrange discounted

can pay 25% deposit and

shop and exhibition spaces

A trip to Longleat gives

catering and retail

the rest 8 weeks before

are opening in 2020, in a

you the chance to

vouchers for their guests.

travel.

year that also marks the

immerse yourself in the

commemoration of the

majesty of impressive

The Estate Office, Longleat, Warminster,

To book your group crossing with DFDS, contact their groups team on 0871 522 9933 or email uk.groups@dfds.com. They’ll

SET SAIL TO EUROPE

be happy to help plan your ideal group getaway with DFDS.

years, telling thrilling stories

850th anniversary of

animals, moving freely

Thomas Becket’s murder

across hundreds of acres

with a series of events,

of land in the Safari Park,

Wiltshire, BA12 7NW T: 01985 844328 E: groups@longleat.co.uk

meaning that there has

as well as getting up close

www.longleat.co.uk/groups

never been a better time

and personal in the

to include a visit in your

interactive and walk

itinerary. Alongside

through exhibits down in

‘entrance only’ tickets, the

the Main Square.

Group travel to Europe is

STOKE-ON-TRENT FOR

Cathedral arranges private

Longleat House, the

easy with DFDS. Choose

GROUPS

guided tours, ‘behind the

beating heart of Longleat,

from one of four routes

scenes’ tours and even

was substantially

from the UK to France and

Stoke-on-Trent is a great

exclusive private evening

completed by 1580 and is

Holland with over 60

destination for your next

tours for groups. If you

the current home to the

sailings per day.

group visit. Affectionately

want to learn more about

7th Marquess of Bath and

A dedicated group travel

known as The Potteries, the

the conservation work at

three generations of the

team ensure everything

city boasts fantastic visitor

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Coach Touring I Planning 2020 centres, award-winning

adventure play and boat

museums, and great

trips, and the Trentham

pottery factory shopping

Monkey Forest all combine

including famous brands

to make a great group visit.

such as Portmeirion, Emma

Stoke-on-Trent is also home

Bridgewater, Moorcroft,

to incredible

Burleigh, Churchill, Royal

entertainment venues and

Stafford and Wedgwood.

outstanding theatres. The

The history and heritage of

New Vic Theatre, the

the area are well

theatre in the round which

preserved at the city’s

has built a reputation for

museums and attractions

innovative productions of

which include Gladstone

both new and classic

Pottery Museum, the only

works.

With a year-round appeal, Stoke-on-Trent is the

complete Victorian pottery factory; the

greatest collection of

perfect place for a group visit. Find out more at www.visitstoke.co.uk or

Staffordshire ceramics and

telephone 01782 236084.

Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, home to world’s

the Staffordshire Hoard; and the World of

LANGHAM GLASS Langham Glass is OPEN ALL

celebrating the very best

YEAR and is based In

of British industrial and

Fakenham just 15 minutes

design heritage.

from Thursford. Visitors can watch the Glassmaking

Stoke-on-Trent is home to

demonstrations at a

one of the UK’s top visitor

reduced cost or simply

attractions - the Trentham

browse the shop FREE of

Estate. Award-winning

charge. They have a large

gardens, inspirational

selection of Glass made

shopping, gentle strolls

on site and many

around the woodland

household names of

walks, a fairy trail,

collectables, gifts, china,

THE SHROPSHIRE HILLS

Coffee shop serves

DISCOVERY CENTRE

excellent homemade

Wedgwood, a truly unique visitor experience

books and toys. Their

cakes and scones, lunches

The Shropshire Hills

and hot and cold drinks.

Discovery Centre is the

Set meals are also

perfect place to start your

available. Ample Free

exploration of the

Coach Parking, Excellent

Shropshire Hills. Visit the

Driver/Group organiser

new and improved

incentives and they are

exhibition where you can

completely wheelchair

meet the Condover

friendly.

Mammoth and dip into the stories of some of the

Group visits are 15 plus and must be prebooked.

Please call 01328 863500 or visit www.langhamglass.co.uk

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people, places and products within this special landscape.

Soar over the hills, towns

Coach Touring I Planning 2020 how to care for them. Here

Step back in time on the

you can see an

river Elbe that flows

unforgettable seasonal

through some of Europe’s

display of more than seven

glorious cities and

million tulips, daffodils,

dramatic scenery. A trip on

narcissus and hyacinths, as

paddle wheeler, the MS

well as bluebells and

Elbe Princess, will stop at

orchids.

Potsdam and visit the stunning Sanssouci Palace

On a Douro cruise on

with its verdant gardens

Portugal’s river of gold, a

and terraced vineyards.

treasured stop is

and rivers of the

A stroll in the 30 acres of

surrounding landscape in a

riverside meadows, with all

breath-taking panoramic

ability paths, will round off

film. Carrying on his dad,

your trip nicely.

Pete’s legacy, professional actor, Billy Postlethwaite

www.shropshirehills

narrates the journey where,

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river gorge. On this cruise,

end of February offering

you can also visit the

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extraordinary Mateus

complimentary excursions

Palace at Vila Real. One of

on selected 2020 river

the finest examples of

cruises.

baroque architecture, its

from the height of Clee Hill to the valley of Clun, you’ll

captivating Barca d’Alva

delightful gardens are

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team for more details.

beautiful in Europe.

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start to finish, use all of your senses to explore the

On a CroisiEurope river

Ice Age through to the

cruise you can explore

present day here in the

some of Europe’s most

Shropshire Hills Discovery

glorious gardens, parks and

Centre, run by local charity,

landscapes or simply soak

Grow Cook Learn.

up the stunning scenery en route.

Discover a unique range of gifts, cards, books, home

On a Seine river cruise

ware, local artisan crafts

between Paris and

and local food products,

Honfleur visit the famous

much of it made in

gardens of impressionist

Shropshire and reflecting

painter, Claude Monet, at

the beauty of the natural

Giverny as well as the

landscape – you are

wonderful gardens at

guaranteed to take home

Versailles where you will be

a little bit of Shropshire.

inspired by the

The award winning café

extravagant designs of the

offers home-cooked food

king of gardeners, Andre

made from scratch, on

Le Notre.

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The ideal stop for Thursford

site, using locally sourced produce. Whether it’s hot

Each year, CroisiEurope

meals, freshly prepared

operates a myriad of river

sandwiches, afternoon tea

cruises to celebrate the

with a selection of home-

arrival of spring. In

made cakes or just a cold

Keukenhof, near

ice cream that you’re

Amsterdam, talk to

after, there’s something for

growers of rare tulips and

everyone to enjoy.

get some insiders’ tips on

Glassmaking Demonstrations Large Coffee Shop Large Gift Shop Coach Driver incentives Ample free coach parking Group Admission Discounts Completely Accessible

Live Glassmaking Demonstrations Langham Glass, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 8ET Tel 01328 863500 www.langhamglass.co.uk 15

Coach Touring I Heritage Railway

Heritage Railway Go on, admit it, there can’t be many of us who do not long for a slower and more gentle pace of life.

Well, step back into yesteryear by taking your group on one of Britain’s many heritage railways.

Details about special

has a great range of

events throughout the

excursions designed for

season can be found on

group travel operators,

the website.

with something to suit

Pre-booked groups of ten

groups of all kinds.

or more receive

CRICH TRAMWAY VILLAGE

Holroyd Smith and a smaller exhibition, The

Crich Tramway Village

Mobile Post Box – Mail by

offers one of Derbyshire's

Tram, revealing how in the

great family and group

early 20th century

days out and a step back

tramcars became mobile

in time. Vintage trams run

post boxes and some of

along a period street,

the challenges which had

climbing a mile and a half

to be overcome in order to

of track that provides

provide the service.

breathtaking views of the

For a spot of retail therapy,

surrounding Derbyshire

The Forge Gift Shop offers

countryside.

mementoes of your visit

Experience the fascinating

and the traditional sweet

Woodland Walk &

shop enables you to by

Sculpture Trail, which winds

your old favourites by the

its way back to the village,

quarter.

discounted rates. Coach

At its heart is a delightful

drivers receive free

14-mile return steam train

admission and a

journey along the valley of

refreshment voucher and

the river Dart, through

there is free parking.

some of Devon’s most

An Access Tram for

beautiful and hidden

wheelchair users runs

countryside. The trains take

twice a day if requested

you on a leisurely journey

on arrival, and there is

from Buckfastleigh, just off

disabled access to all the

the A38, midway between

facilities.

Exeter and Plymouth, to

Crich Tramway Village is

Totnes and back again.

open daily from Saturday 14th March 2020 for the

At Buckfastleigh, there is a

new season until 12th June

riverside walk and picnic

when it will close for four

area, gardens, museum

days and re-open on 16th

and a well-stocked shop

June. It will then be open

and refreshment rooms.

daily until 1st November

There is plenty of coach

2020. For further details

parking with easy, flat

and opening times Tel: 01773 854321 or visit www.tramway.co.uk.

access to the platform.

If you are looking for a range of easy to book

STEAM AND SCENERY IN

options, the railway offers

BEAUTIFUL SOUTH DEVON

a great variety of entertainment at very

The South Devon Railway

or remain on the tram and be dropped off outside The Red Lion Pub and Tearooms, before visiting the fascinating Exhibitions and Workshop Viewing Gallery, where you can watch restorations of the vintage trams.

The Great Exhibition Hall features at Century of Trams, from horse drawn to the electric era.

There’s an exhibition exploring the life and work of ‘History Maker’ Michael

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attractive prices.

The Royal Deeside Railway

Royal Deeside Railway now with extended track and platform.

Steam and diesel trains April- Oct. Charters can be arranged website www.deeside-railway.co.uk

South Devon railway

far more than a steam train ride A first class destination, a warm welcome and great prices for coach parties.

West Somerset Railway

STEAM TRAINS TO THE SEASIDE

Between Bishops Lydeard and Minehead

20 miles of steam train travel through the countryside and along the coast.

Places of interest include Dunster with its Castle, Cleeve Abbey in Washford, the historic harbour town of Watchet and Minehead beach.

Easy access from the A38 and free coach parking at Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0DZ. Ask us about...

Buckfastleigh • Staverton • Totnes www.southdevonrailway.co.uk 01364 644370

A great day out for all the family

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Coach Touring I Heritage Railway 1950’s platform. Discover the

Trains operate from Bodmin

varied and interesting

charm and excitement of

General, the principal

programme of special

steam train travel on

station where free coach

events and special trains are

Cornwall’s only full-size

and car parking is available,

also an important part of

railway still operated by

to both Bodmin Parkway

the Railway’s calendar.

steam locomotives.

station - where connections

Bodmin General is situated

Experience first-class luxury

can be made directly with

inside the historic town of

dining on the Cornish Belle,

main line railway services -

Bodmin, which boasts 5

share a cream tea with

and Boscarne Junction,

visitor attractions, a nature

someone special or enjoy a

which is situated directly

reserve and a nearby

This includes ‘3 Great

pint on the platform at one

adjacent to the Camel Trail

National Trust property, all in

Attractions, 1 Amazing

of the many exciting events

recreational footpath and

the heart of Cornwall.

Day’ joint tickets for the

and special trains you’ll find

cycle way.

Don’t miss an unforgettable

railway and the Totnes

the everything from the

Passenger train services

visit in 2019, and discover

Rare Breeds Farm,

traditional to the

operate throughout the

Cornwall’s railway heritage

adjacent to the railway’s

unexpected at the Bodmin

year, and daily from late

at its best. Visit

station at Totnes, and/or

& Wenford Railway.

May to early October. A

www.bodminrailway.co.uk

Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies, next to the station at Buckfastleigh. Other options include the Devon Boat Train, combining a steam train journey with a boat trip from Exmouth with Stuart Line Cruises and Trains and Caves with Kents Cavern in Torquay.

More details are at www.southdevonrailway.co .uk, email trains@southdevonrailway.c o.uk or call 01364 644370 for full details.

JOURNEY BACK IN TIME ON THE BODMIN & WENFORD RAILWAY Discover the excitement and nostalgia of the glorious era of steam with a journey back in time on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway.

Relax and enjoy a leisurely 13-mile round trip in style, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of a bygone age.

Sit back and watch as the era of a Cornish branch line in the 1950s reveals itself during the course of your journey.

Enjoy the atmosphere of a working steam railway as you browse the gift shop or

@nnrailway

North Norfolk Railway PLC

enjoy a cup of tea on their

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01263 820 800 enquiries@nnrailway.co.uk www.nnrailway.co.uk

FAMOUS STEAM TRAIN

FORT WILLIAM TO MALLAIG FORT WILLIAM

(An Gearasdan)

Fort William, the largest town in the Highlands and situated at the south end of the Great Glen, lies in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. This area is a fine location to use as a base to discover the Highlands.

GLENFINNAN

(Glean Fhionghain)

We cross the 21-arched Glenfinnan viaduct (a location made famous in the ‘Harry Potter’ films) which overlooks Loch Shiel and the Jacobite monument. The train may pause here, time permitting, to allow you to take in the magnificent view. Once stopped in Glenfinnan station there will be time to stretch your legs and, if you wish, visit the West Highland Railway Museum located in the restored station building. ‘The Jacobite’ may also stop at Arisaig by request to the guard.

TIMETABLE & PRICES MALLAIG

(Malaig)

The end of the line, Mallaig is a busy fishing port and ferry terminal with services to Skye and the Small Isles. Here you will find a wide choice of restaurants and pubs You might also like to take a walk around the harbour during the lunchtime stopover.

HOW TO GET TO FORT WILLIAM From Carlisle, take the M6 and M74 to Glasgow. Follow the A82 from Glasgow. From Edinburgh take the M9 to Stirling then the A84, A85 (to Crianlarich) and A82 to Fort William.

From Aviemore take the A9 and A86 or from Inverness, the A82. Whilst there is ample parking in Fort William near the railway station, please allow at least 20 mins for parking.

Fort William station postcode PH33 6TQ

We are delighted to announce that in 2020 The Jacobite will run a New Extended Service: Morning Service: From Monday 6th April to Sunday 12th April (Easter). Then runs from Monday 13th April to Friday 23rd October (Monday to Friday). Saturday & Sunday from Saturday 2nd May to Sunday 27th September.

Afternoon Service: The trip runs from Monday 11th May to Friday 11th September (Monday to Friday).

Saturday & Sunday from Saturday 13th June to Sunday 30th August.

Morning 10:15 12:26

Afternoon 14:40 16:42

Depart Mallaig at: Arrive Fort William at:

14:10 16:03

18:40 20:31

FARES

Std Class £43.00 £26.00 £36.00 £22.00 -

First Class £65.00 £45.00 £146.00

OUTWARD Depart Fort William at: Arrive Mailaig at:

RETURN

Adult Day Return: Child Day Return: Adult Single: Child Single: Private Table for 2

Some seats are available to ‘Pay on the Day’. However, these operate on a first come first served basis and cannot be guaranteed. Available seats can be purchased on the day from the guard at your chosen station. Timings can be subject to change, please check the website or call our Passenger Information line on 0333 996 6694.

Book Online now at: www.jacobitetrain.com or call Monday to Friday 0333 996 6694 Whilst every effort will be made to operate this service as advertised, West Coast Railways reserve the right to cancel or alter this service without notice in accordance with their terms and conditions. West Coast Railways also reserves the right to use diesel traction in the event of high fire risk or steam locomotive failure. Once a booking is made, no refund is normally given except where the service is cancelled by West Coast Railways. Only West Coast Railways’ tickets are valid on this service. Please note: The return ticket price assumes outward and return journeys will be made on the same day and on the same train. All bookings are subject to a minimum £3.75 booking fee.

Coach Touring I Easter

Easter Plenty to get eggcited about at these attractions and I’m sure there will be the odd sweet thing available too!

artists who performed on stage: Mistinguett, Edith Piaf, Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli ...

Let yourself be carried by the orchestra that will play for you the greatest classics from around the world. Take a seat in the heart of the dance floor and let your swing go!

On the tables, tasting an exceptional menu elaborated from noble

THE MOULIN ROUGE, THE

Rouge, immortalized by

Guided by the Moulin

MOST FAMOUS CABARET IN

Toulouse-Lautrec,

Rouge Brigade, discover

THE WORLD!

welcomes you in its

the Belle Epoque-style

magical and glamorous

venue, authentic murals

In a mythical and

universe between dreams

and Moriss columns, with

prestigious atmosphere,

and reality ...

original posters by the

this exceptional dinner will

Since 1889, the Moulin

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products and prepared by Chef David Le Quellec ‌

Love Fish and Chips…

Love Bizzie Lizzie’s

Coach Parties Welcome

Free meals for Coach Drivers Senior Citizen Discount Group Booking Discount (12 or more) Booking essential Available at Swadford Street & High Street Car Park Restaurants

High Street Restaurant now with an extra 32 covers Now Available at Swadford Street Restaurant and Takeaway Gluten Free Fish and Chips cooked in Sun ower Oil Accredited by Coeliac UK

accredited by

High Street Car Park, Skipton 01756 794531 Mon-Sun Restaurant and Takeaway 8am - 8pm

Swadford Street, Skipton 01756 701131 Mon-Sun Restaurant 11.00am - 9pm Takeaway 11.00am - 11.30pm

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Tuesday & Sunday race nights Three course meal and hot drink including admission and racecard

only £16 per person Offer valid for bookings of 25 or more. Valid until 22nd November 2020

BOOK NOW 01202 677449 www.poolegreyhounds.com

Coach Touring I Easter Moulin Rouge experience

with its 123m high Spire to

Perry

combine high quality food

begins! www.moulin-

the citizens who built a

Confluence: a Festival of

and creativity true to

rouge.com

thriving commercial centre

Flowers 15 – 20 September -

around it, in 2020 the city

a feast for all the senses!

French gastronomic tradition to delight the

SALISBURY 2020 – A CITY

recognises the vision that

taste buds of their guests.

ON THE MOVE

transformed what was a

For more details visit

modest hamlet into the The iconic little red lamps

In 2020 Salisbury Cathedral

tenth most influential city

fade the ambiance before

and the city

in Britain by the early 1300s,

www.salisbury cathedral.org.uk or search for #Salisbury2020

going out to let you enjoy

commemorate one the

a draw for visitors, traders

the show "Féerie". Two hours

most remarkable pieces of

and pilgrimages alike.

with 60 artists on stage,

physical and social

Cathedral event highlights

original music, 1000

engineering in medieval

include:

costumes of feathers,

history: the relocation the

rhinestones and sequins,

Cathedral and its

not to mention the most

community from Old

February – a fully immersive

emblematic dance of the

Sarum to its present site,

light and sound

Moulin Rouge, the French

nestled at a point where

spectacular exploring the

Cancan! Come to taste

five rivers converge in the

rich history of Salisbury

the Parisian nights of which

Avon valley.

Cathedral over the past

Sarum Lights 18 – 22

800 years (evenings only)

only the Moulin Rouge has A year of celebrations is

the secret.

planned to mark the spirit

Spirit and Endeavour 1 April

Between past and present,

and endeavour required of

– 25 October -

take a seat in this iconic

our ancestors to pull off

contemporary art

venue for a sparkling

this feat. From the

featuring works by 20 world

evening … with family,

craftsmen constructing

renowned artists including

friends or lovers let the

the medieval masterpiece

Henry Moore and Grayson

NEW

FORTHCOMING ATTRACTIONS

more rooms open and ‘new’ furnishings

Athelhampton

Online booking www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk

HOUSE & GARDENS The perfect destination in Dorset for your Group.

Athelhampton is one of England’s finest Tudor Manor Houses set in inspiring historic gardens.

12 acres of formal gardens over 16 historic rooms to view

Excellent visitor facilities, including tea room, restaurant & gift shop.

Pre-book for discounted group rates & tours.

Ample Free Coach Parking.

Easily found, just off the A35 / A31 between Dorchester & Poole / Ringwood Athelhampton House, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7LG

01305 848363

groups@athelhampton.co.uk www.athelhampton.co.uk

BOX OFFICE 01527 65203 22

Coach Touring I Yorkshires Finest

Yorkshires Finest An area thats greatest treasure is the sheer variety of glorious landscapes, Historic places and picture perfect villages and towns.

THE WORLD OF JAMES

selling in their millions

Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

their partnership

HERRIOT

throughout the world,

The World of James Herriot is

arrangements with other

resulted in two feature films

a perfect place to visit in

nearby attractions. They'll

The World of James Herriot

followed by the popular

North Yorkshire and will take

help you to build a

offers visitors a unique

television series, All

your guests on a nostalgic

worthwhile and interesting

insight into the fascinating

Creatures Great and Small,

journey through the former

programme for day visits,

life and incredibly popular

which enjoyed global

home and veterinary surgery

provide a welcome and

books of James Alfred ‘Alf’

success in the late 1970s and

where the world’s most

interesting attraction for a

Wight OBE, FRCVS. Using the

early 80s. Despite his new-

famous vet lived, practised

stopover when en route

pseudonym of James

found fame and fortune, Alf

and wrote his best-selling

North or South or working

Herriot, he started to write

continued to practice as a

books. The award-winning

with partner

at 50 years of age, after

vet for much of his writing

attraction houses the

accommodation providers

being challenged to do so

career.

largest collection of Herriot

in the area to find the best

by his wife Joan and went

Alf Wight died in 1995 but his

memorabilia in the world

group rates and dates for an

on to become one of the

books continue to sell, the

and is a ‘must see’ visitor

overnight stay based in

most popular writers of the

television series is still

attraction that is the heart

Herriot Country. Tel: 01845

twentieth century.

played throughout the world

of Herriot Country in North

524234 Email: kate@worldof

Alf wrote his much-loved

and thousands of visitors

Yorkshire.

stories based on his

continue to flock to World

Please call to book your

experiences as a young,

of James Herriot, established

visit, to tell them about your

jamesherriot.com You can also book your visit online if you prefer

Thirsk-based vet. His books,

in 1999, in his hometown of

visit, or to learn more about

worldofjamesherriot.com

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Coach Touring I Wales

The Wonders of Wales From valleys that are synonymous with mining to the mountainous national park at Snowdonia and glorious sandy beaches that are among the longest in Britain.

BOAT TRIPS FROM

boat is equipped with

from the embarkation

was built on part of the

LLANGOLLEN WHARF

central heating and a

point)

abandoned Brecon and Merthyr railway which was

toilet. There is a licenced Horse Drawn Boat trips

bar on board and

have been running from

refreshments and light

Llangollen Wharf on the

lunches can be served on

beautiful Llangollen Canal

board if ordered in

since 1884. Enjoy a relaxing

advance.

trip on The Horse Drawn

Information on all trips can be found at www.horsedrawnboats.co.

originally built in 1859 and

uk . Group rates are available on all trips and information and booking

Travel behind a vintage

can be made on 01978 860702

admire the views.

finally closed in 1964.

steam locomotive in their all-weather coaches and

Boats. There are 45 minute

Although there is no coach

trips or 2 hour trip to the

parking at the wharf there

Horseshoe Falls. Light meals

is access to drop off and

and refreshments are

pick up. Coach parking in

BRECON MOUNTAIN

available at the Wharf

Llangollen town centre, a

RAILWAY FOR A GREAT DAY

Brecons Beacons where

before or after your trip.

short walk away, is free of

OUT

the train stops for you to

The railway climbs to

charge. Drivers and

Torpantau, high in the

enjoy the views, before

There is also a 2 hour Motor

couriers are free on all trips

Located just off the heads

returning to Pontsticill

Boat Trips across the

and are provided with free

of the Valley Road at

where there's a steam

mighty Pontcysyllte

refreshments at the Wharf.

Merthyr Tydfil. Follow the

museum, Lakeside cafe,

Aqueduct. There is an

(Note drivers cannot go on

mountain railway signs

picnic and children's play

interesting commentary on

the motor boats trip as the

from the A470 and A465.

area, with walks around

the motor boats trip. The

destination is different

Brecon Mountain Railway

the Taf Fechan reservoir.

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Invites you for a great day out for all the family.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the National Park.

From an ideal position - in a narrow gauge steam train!

Travel in one of our all-weather observation carriages behind a vintage steam locomotive to Torpantau, high in the Brecon Beacons. Trains run from February to the end of October and at Christmas. Enjoy our licensed tearooms, gift & souvenir shop, steam museum, lakeside cafe, picnic areas, children’s play area, model railway, locomotive workshop and restoration, special events, children’s birthday parties, free car and coach parking.

Brecon Mountain Railway, Pant Station, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2DD | Tel: 01685 722 988 | www.bmr.wales

Bala Lake Railway

TAKE A TRIP THROUGH HISTORY

Llanuwchllyn, nr Bala, Gwynedd LL23 7DD

WHERE WILL YOU GO TODAY?

Steaming through beautiful lake and mountain scenery in southern Snowdonia.     

single or return journeys discounted group rates *new* heritage centre gift shop and café free coach parking

Conveniently located for Llandudno, Chester, Shrewsbury and North and Mid-Wales

ENJOY A HERITAGE TRAIN RIDE THROUGH THE DEE VALLEY

For rates and details call us on 01678 540666

enquiries@bala-lake-railway.co.uk

www.bala- lake-railway.co.uk Tel: 01978 860979 www.llangollen-railway.co.uk

Coach Touring I Wales At pant visit their workshop

rates for groups and school

fortresses of medieval

inspiration.

where locomotives are

visits. Special events

Europe actually worked, go

The rise of the powerful

restored and new ones

running throughout the

to Caerphilly. This is not just

Prince of Wales persuaded

built or visit the gift shop.

year including a visit to

a picturesque ruin. It’s

Marcher lord Gilbert de

Their licensed Tea Rooms

Santa’s Grotto. If you

history in action.

Clare that he needed a

can cater for large groups

haven't been before then

Fear of a Welsh prince

fortress in double-quick

to enjoy light refreshments

please visit and enjoy the

inspired the mightiest

time. And it had better be

or afternoon and cream

sights and sounds of days

medieval castle in Wales

truly formidable.

teas. Facilities for disabled

gone by. www.bmr.wales

Llywelyn ap Gruffudd

So from 1268 de Clare

didn’t build Caerphilly

constructed the biggest

Castle. In fact, he twice

castle in Wales — second

tried to knock it down

only to Windsor in the

passengers including ramps, toilets and a

CAERPHILLY CASTLE

carriage designed to accommodate

If you want to know how

before it was finished. But

whole of Britain. Massive

wheelchairs. Reduced fare

one of the truly great

he was certainly its

walls, towers and gatehouses were combined with sprawling water defences to cover a total of 30 acres.

That’s three times the size of Wales’s modern-day stronghold and home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadium.

Here you can marvel at the reflooded lakes and the four types of siege engine, all the replicas in perfect working order and ready to fire. You can walk the dam platform where jousts and tournaments were held.

You can even, if you’re feeling especially romantic, get married in the restored great hall.

It’s an unforgettable experience – and

www.aberglasney.org

continues a tradition of

Spectacularly located in Carmarthenshire’s Tywi Valley • Group rates apply for just 10 people, further discount for groups of 45+ • Day time and exclusive evening tours of the Gardens available with Head Gardener Joseph Atkin • Excellent Tearooms • Tour guides and coach drivers receive free entry and a £10 meal voucher

Aberglasney Gardens, Carmarthenshire, Wales.

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imaginative reconstruction established by the fabulously wealthy fourth Marquess of Bute.

From 1928 until the onset of the Second World War he restored all the parts of the castle that had collapsed since the Middle Ages. It was the biggest, most thorough and most authentic project of its type ever undertaken in Britain.

Telephone 02920 883143 Email CaerphillyCastle@gov.wales

Cyfarthfa Park @VisitCyfarthfa #DiscoverCyfarthfa Look out for our new walks, talks and workshops!

Visit: www.cyfarthfa.com

Just off the A470 at Merthyr

Llangollen Wharf Aqueduct Boat Cruises Visit us for an exciting 2 hour cruise across Telford’s mighty aqueduct at Pontcysyllte. For your comfort and safety our motor trip boat is weatherproof and heated. Snacks are available and there is a full bar on board. There is a commentary throughout the trip and lunches or Welsh Cream Teas can be provided on board or in our Tea Room. Group rates available for parties of 20 or more on both our Adueduct cruises or our Horsedrawn boats.

Home of the famous Horse Drawn Boats

Boat trips from Llangollen Wharf Hercules Llangollen Wharf

Experience 45 minutes of peace and tranquility on a horse drawn boat trip along the beautiful Llangollen Canal with the oldest horse drawn passenger boat company still operating in the UK and possibly the world. the boat glides silently, pulled by one of our gorgeous heavy horses.

As well as the 45 minute trip, we operate a 2 hour public trips and the famous Horseshoe Falls every Saturday and Sunday BOE XFFLEBZT GPS QSFCPPLFE HSPVQT

01978 860 702 | www.horsedrawnboats.co.uk

Coach Touring I Awesome Accommodation

Awesome Accommodation Whatever filters your group do or do not wish to include, you’re sure to get a perfect night’s sleep here provided in a relaxing

who seek single rooms with

residential village

private bathrooms close to

bordering Regent’s Canal –

central London and want

with a 24-hour reception,

to relax after a hectic day

laundry, restaurant and

in the calming location of

complimentary wifi

the campus. The campus

available.

has received a 3* campus accommodation grading

With over 1000 single

from Visit England.

ensuite rooms grouped in flats of 4-10 bedrooms and a communal space to relax in each flat; rooms

To learn more about Stay QM and to check availability visit

Just 1 mile from the Queen

are available between

Elizabeth Olympic Park,

mid-June and early

Stay QM is located on the

Canary Wharf and the City

September each year from

www.qmul.ac.uk/stay, call 020 7882 8175, live chat or email to

campus of Queen Mary

of London and 16 minutes

£50 pppn. Currently with

groups@qmul.ac.uk

University of London in

by tube from Mile End to

excellent availability for all

vibrant east London - zone

Oxford Circus.

months.

Accommodation is

Stay QM is suited to groups

STAY QM

2, close to Mile End and Stepney Green stations.

Your Welcoming Place By the Sea

• • • • • •

Superb Sea Views Bars & Restaurants Snacks, Lunches, Dinners FREE Wi-Fi Extensive Grounds Heated Indoor & Outdoor Pools

• • • • • •

320sq Metre Sprung Floor Ballroom Fitness Room Tennis Table Tennis (Indoor & Outdoor) Snooker 64 En-Suite Bedrooms

• • • • • •

Air Conditioned Bedrooms Available King Size Beds Available Entertainment Hairdressing Beauty & Holistic Therapies FREE Car & Coach Parking

Telephone 01626 868000

Mount Pleasant Road, Dawlish Devon EX7 0NA

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Coach Touring I Airshows

Airshows You and your group will be humbled when you see the sacrifices made by men and women over the years and in awe at the precision and technology in use today.

BIGGIN HILL MEMORIAL

internationally recognised as Sir Winston Churchill’s

and events, for further details visit

18 and 19 July this summer

MUSEUM

‘strongest link’.

www.bhmm.org.uk

that you will have come to

Museum to discover

The museum surrounds St

Book your group visit with

class event. With dozens of

Britain’s most famous

George’s RAF Chapel of

their special group rates

nations joining in from

fighter station, and the

Remembrance, which was

and include a visit to their

around the world, they

inspiring stories of the

built in 1951 to preserve the

onsite Nightingale Café for

offer something for

brave people and

legacy of the fighter pilots

lunches, cakes and coffee.

everyone; from the

technical innovations that

who served and died flying

shape our world today.

from Biggin Hill sector. The

The cafe gives views over

to families looking for an

museum enables access

to the airfield; if you are

inspiring day out.

Biggin Hill Memorial

to, and safeguards the

lucky, enjoy seeing the

Museum tells the story of

future of, this important

Spitfires take off from the

In 2020, they will keep to

RAF Biggin Hill through the

building. The chapel has

nearby Heritage Hanger.

their previous format with

personal experiences of

many interesting features,

those who served there,

including its flooring made

and the community who

from propeller blades.

with all the amazing things expect from this world-

Visit Biggin Hill Memorial

aviation enthusiast through

THE AVIATION EXTRAVAGANZA THAT IS THE AIR TATTOO!

supported them. One of Britain’s oldest aerodromes,

Join them throughout the

RAF Biggin Hill is still

year for their special talks

Friday being a preview day and the main displays taking place on Saturday and Sunday.

The Air Tattoo returns on 17,

Registered Charity No 307534

MAKE YOUR NEXT GROUP VISIT ONE TO REMEMBER

Discover The Shuttleworth Collection’s treasure trove of early aviation and vintage vehicles. Enjoy the pretty, unusual buildings and tranquil landscape within our Regency period Swiss Garden, or experience the period elegance of Shuttleworth House.

Discounted group entry, free parking, and tailored packages.

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Coach Touring I Airshows Commemorating the 80th

• Saturday 16 May –

anniversary of the Battle

evening airshow (Spies &

of Britain, step back in

intrigue)

time and experience

• Sunday 7 June – Flying

Britain’s Finest Hour.

Festival

To book visit www.iwm.org.uk

evening airshow (Biggles)

• Saturday 20 June – • Sunday 5 July – Military

2020 AIRSHOWS AT

Airshow

SHUTTLEWORTH

• Saturday 18 July – evening

MAY – OCTOBER 2020

airshow (The Richard Shuttleworth Garden Party,

The perfect family day

with the LAA)

out! Expect to enjoy a

• Sunday 2 August – Family

thrilling air display, and

Airshow (At the Movies)

ground activities to keep

• Sunday 6 September –

everyone entertained.

Vintage Airshow (Clayton

Shuttleworth is home to

& Shuttleworth Showcase)

vintage vehicles,

• Sunday 4 October – Race

motorcycles, and over 50

Day

On Saturday and Sunday,

To book please visit

historic aircraft, with an

the showground will be

www.airtattoo.com

adjacent 19th century

To book visit

Regency Swiss Garden.

shuttleworth.org

IWM DUXFORD AIRSHOWS

2020 AIRSHOW DATES

®, the RAF Experience or

Duxford Air Shows 2020 are

• Sunday 3 May – Season

the Vintage Village, whilst

go!

open for twelve hours (11 hours on Friday) for you to enjoy our attractions. You can visit the Techno Zone

Premiere (VE Day)

browsing a huge selection of static aircraft, shops,

Early Bird tickets for the

and other exhibits. Visitors

Duxford Air Festival and

will also be entertained

the 80th anniversary Battle

with an eight and a half-

of Britain Air Show are on

hour flying display (four

sale today. Hurry, tickets

hours on Friday).

and onsite parking will sell

BOOK YOUR NEXT VISIT TO CHURCHILL’S ‘STRONGEST LINK’

out fast.

As always, entry for accompanied under-18s is

DUXFORD AIR FESTIVAL

free and car parking is

23 and 24 May 2020

included with your booking.

Fast flying, all-action aerobatics and

The Air Tattoo offers a

spectacular sights in the

great value for money day

air and on the ground.

out for all the family.

Power your imaginations at Duxford Air Festival.

Join their extravaganza of aviation by purchasing

Flying Legends

your tickets for the Air

11 July and 12 July 2020

Tattoo on 17-19 July 2020 at RAF Fairford, 10 miles North

Classic aircraft presented

of Swindon with good

by the Fighter Collection

access from M4, M5 and

at IWM Duxford.

Discover Britain’s most famous fighter station, and the inspiring stories of the brave people and technical innovations that shape our world today.

M40.

www.bhmm.org.uk

Duxford Battle of Britain Air Save up to £10 with their

Show

multi-day discounts!

19 and 20 September 2020

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FOR INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS VISIT: WWW.AIRTATTOO.COM/COACHES AIRTATTOO.COM

Coach Touring I River, Canal Lake Cruises

Messing about on the River, Canal or Lake There’s never been much of a gamble where river cruising is concerned. Take your party out on the water, and you’ll be guaranteed to be on to a winner.

WINDERMERE LAKE CRUISES

Plus, new for 2020 is the

toilets on board it makes

health for passenger

brand new, 300 seat boat,

for a comfortable ride. All

comfort.

Windermere Lake Cruises

‘MV Swift’, which will be

the family are welcome –

offers visitors the perfect

the first new boat to be

including dogs!

way to spend a day

launched onto

exploring England's largest

Windermere in more than

Dolphin Mischief, as her

Mischief.

lake and the surrounding

80 years.

name suggests, is a very

www.dolphinspirit.co.uk

area - right in the heart of

different experience to the

the Lake District UNESCO

More information is

Spirit. This is a faster paced

World Heritage Site.

2-hour trip over more

means passengers can

available at www.windermerelakecruises.co.uk or by

experience the full length

calling 015394 43360.

provide insulated warm

Taking a trip with them

exposed waters, a real adrenaline ride. They

of the lake, from Lakeside at the southern tip, right up

Guests need to be over 12 year old to enjoy the

suits and a full safety DOLPHIN SPIRIT

briefing for this trip, and

to Ambleside at the top -

they asked customers to

while taking in Bowness

Dolphin Spirit is a five-star

complete a health

and other stops along the

accredited wildlife

questionnaire about their

way.

watching tour company

As one of England’s most

heart of the Highlands.

popular ‘paid-for’

They have two boat trips

attractions, Windermere

on offer, allowing all their

Lake Cruises also offers

passengers to enjoy the

passengers convenient

experience in their own

access to several award-

way. Each runs 7 days a

winning family attractions,

week from April to

including their sister-

October each year.

based in Inverness, the

EXPLORE DEVON

BY THE SEA

attraction The Lakeland Motor Museum.

Dolphin Spirit is a large

See the beauty of the Devon countryside in style from the water!

Cruiser, a relaxing, familyWith regular services all

friendly trip along the

year-round and more than

Moray Firth. She can take

100 daily sailings at the

up to 65 passengers at a

height of the summer

time, and has two outdoor

season, why not pick up a

decks as well as an inside,

popular “Freedom of the

heated space giving

Lake” ticket, which offers

guests maximum

unlimited cruising over a 24

opportunities for viewing

hour period?

with each trip lasting one

FREE coach parking & FREE ticket for the driver!

hour 15 minutes. On board Among their fleet are the

you will have a Guide

three famous ‘steamers’;

providing live commentary

‘MV Tern’, ‘MV Teal’ – which

about the incredible

in 2013 welcomed Her Majesty the Queen onboard; and ‘MV Swan’ – which last year celebrated her 80th birthday.

Small Attraction of the Year 2018

Voted Devon's BEST Small Attraction for 2018

Based in Exmouth, Devon 15min off the M5 D

surroundings, the history of Inverness, and of course,

01395 222144 info@stuartlinecruises.co.uk

the amazing wildlife that reside here. This trip is fully accessible, and with

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www.stuartlinecruises.co.uk

Coach Touring I South East

South East Taking in the Capital, the Home Counties and covering much of the South Coast, traditionally the sunniest part of the UK, the range of venues and attractions is breathtaking .

Olivia Parker © National Trust

(c) National Trust, Chris Lacey

Spring at Waddesdon

Nick Knight, Roses from my

Sat 1 Feb – 22 March 2020,

Garden

Wed - Fri, 10am-4pm

Coach House Gallery, the Stables

With early spring-flowering

28 March – 25 October

snowdrops, winter shrubs

2020

the cold months. During

From 28 March, the House

this time, rooms are deep

will re-open to visitors,

cleaned and conserved

enabling visitors to explore

from ceiling to floor,

the exceptional collection

protecting them for future

within.

generations to enjoy.

www.waddesdon.org.uk

and views that are only visible before the trees

Alongside his four-decade

come into leaf, the

career as a hugely

gardens are particularly

successful fashion

special at this time of year.

photographer, Nick Knight’s

It’s the perfect time to see

constant desire to

friends and family, or cosy

experiment, push

up with a delicious hot

boundaries and challenge

chocolate.

our notions of photography has resulted in a series of

Grounds admission applies.

still life photographs that take the classic rose as

Mindfulness in nature walks

their subject but express it

Wed 12 Feb & Sun 29 March

in ways that are new.

2020 Free with grounds Tune into the present and

admission.

learn how to maintain a moment-by-moment

House re-opening

awareness of your

From Sat 28 March 2020,

thoughts, feelings and

12-4pm

surrounding environment with a mindfulness walk

Between January and

around the Waddesdon

March each year, the

grounds.

House is ‘put to bed’, as it

OPENS 1st April – 1st November 2020

would have been when Adult £10, normal grounds

Baron Ferdinand or Miss

admission applies.

Alice went away during

Ancient Castle, Stately Home & Gardens

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for more details, call 01903 882173 or visit www.arundelcastle.org

Coach Touring I North East

North East Made up of Northumberland, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and Teesside, the North East is a region of sandy beaches, castles with portcullises and moats . To the north of the region, miles and miles of natural territory is divided and dominated by Hadrian’s Wall, and the rumour is they know how to party.

BEAMISH, THE LIVING

museum also featured in

MUSEUM OF THE NORTH

the last ever episode of the TV series of Downton

Enjoy an Incredible

Abbey in 2015.

Experience Through Time

Discover what life was like

Beamish, The Living

in the 1820s, early 1900s,

Museum of the North is a

1940s and 1950s.

must-see part of any group

Listen to the tragic tale of

visit to the North of

Joe the Quilter, take a trip

England.

down a real coal mine, do shopping, experience life

time and follow in the

on the Home Front and

footsteps of the Downton

take part in fun 50s

Abbey stars. More than 100

activities.

Groups can enjoy a light

Downton Abbey Movie,

buffet lunch served in a

which involved some of

private room overlooking

the museum’s staff and

The 1900s Town (subject to

period vehicles. The

availability, excludes local

a fabulous experience for all ages and interests. Take a ride on the steam

cast and crew visited Beamish to film the

The many attractions offer

must be booked in advance).

a spot of Edwardian Take a tram ride back in

school and Bank Holidays –

Beamish offers discounted

railway, enjoy a walk along

day rates for groups of 15+

one of the many quiet

paying visitors with free

paths and bridleways,

admission for coach drivers

explore the amazing 19th

and group visit organisers.

century cornmill which

For more information,

today still makes flour by

please contact the

traditional methods, be

Bookings Officer, tel. 0191

amazed by the murals and

370 4026 (weekdays

artworks in the Lady

8.30am to 4pm), email

Waterford Hall, meet the

bookings@beamish.org.uk.

heavy horses and rare breeds at Hay Farm, learn

FORD & ETAL… ONE

of the bloody history of

DESTINATION, OVER 20

Borders warfare at Etal

ATTRACTIONS

Castle, browse the craft and gift shops, sample

Northumberland’s hidden

locally brewed ales at the

gem, this unique country

Black Bull or simply soak up

Estate is an ideal group

the peace, tranquillity and

destination, whether

breath-taking views whilst

calling for an hour or a

enjoying refreshments at

whole day. Centred round

one of the tearooms.

the picturesque villages of

Within easy reach of the A1

Ford and Etal and set amid

and A697, why not include

stunning countryside close

a visit here alongside a trip

to the Scottish borders and

to Lindisfarne, Kelso or

the dramatic Northumbrian

Berwick-upon-Tweed?

coast, they offer a

www.ford-and-etal.co.uk

multitude of things to see and do.

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Ford & Etal One Destination, Over 20 Attractions Northumberland’s hidden gem – a unique country Estate with picturesque villages and historic attractions set amid stunning countryside.

Working Cornmill | Heavy Horse & Rare Breeds Centre Castle & Battlefield | Stunning Victorian Artworks Outdoor Adventure | Antiques & Collectables Traditional Tearooms | ArUs & Crafts ] Micro- Brewery The only Thatched Pub in Northumberland

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FREE coach parking DISCOUNTED group rates FREE admission for driver and group leader FREE pre-visits for Group Travel Organisers Bespoke itineraries, tours &talks Within easy access of A1 & A697 Close to Kelso, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Lindisfarne & Bamburgh

Cornhill-on-Tweed, Northumberland, TD12 4TJ 01890 820338 | tourism@ford-and-etal.co.uk | www.ford-and-etal.co.uk

Coach Touring I Channel Islands

Channel Islands Whether you believe these Islands are halfway to France or halfway to the UK there are no half measures when it comes to visiting these.

JERSEY Jersey offers an easy

walking and gastro, to

Hall. The Bailiwick of

beaches can be found on

floral, to activity led and

Guernsey Millennium

the Western and Northern

WWII occupation.

Tapestry illustrates 1000

coast where the terrain is

years of history in 10

flat and sandy.

escape for groups. With departures from 24

GUERNSEY

embroidered panels - one

regional UK airports, an

for each parish depicting a

Depending on what

century.

direction the wind is in

island break is just an hour

Guernsey is a high quality,

away. Start discovering our

good value destination

Island story together with

with an abundance of

Then make your way to the

or Grandes Rocques on

a visit to their iconic

attractions, restaurants

Guernsey Museum set

the West Coast or

historic sites.

and hotels that cater for

within the restored

Pembroke/L’ancresse in

small, medium or larger

Victorian gardens at

the North.

groups.

Candie, overlooking St

The Jersey Museum and Art

today, try Vazon, Port Soif

Gallery introduces Jersey’s

Peter Port.

Along the way you’ll

past through a variety of

Visitguernsey.com can

exhibits and the award-

advise you on your group’s

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the

Guernsey’s bays have a

winning ‘Story of Jersey’

requirements and if so, will

Candie gardens, live

traditional beach kiosk

film. While there, why not

assist you with your

concerts are held on

nearby, where refreshments

notice that most of

discover the beautifully

research and planning.

Sunday afternoons

such as delicious crab

restored, gas-lit Victorian

Here you will find

throughout the summer.

sandwiches, Guernsey

Merchant’s House? To learn

information on getting to

about Jersey’s nautical

Guernsey, group transport

Head to Hauteville House,

ice-cream, along with

past head to the

and tour providers,

the intriguing home of

other essential beach

interactive Maritime

alongside links to

French literary giant Victor

items can be purchased.

Museum set in the historic

accommodation,

Hugo.

harbour of St Helier.

attractions and incoming

Gache and locally made

Head further down the

tour operators.

They have two impressive castles not to be missed

Sample itinerary

Mont Orgueil overlooking the fishing village of Gorey,

Day one

and Elizabeth Castle built on a rocky islet in St

Discover the attractions,

Aubin’s Bay. Both have

shopping and cafes in St

imaginative exhibits as well

Peter Port.

coast to Portelet Bay and

other end of St Peter Port

take a walk along to

to the impressive Castle

Pleinmont point, which will

Cornet, which guards the

take you past Fort Pezeries,

entrance to the harbour

La Table Des Pions (Fairy

and with a history spanning

Ring) and a view out

eight centuries.

towards the Hanois Lighthouse.

Afterwards, wine and dine

as re-enactors providing regular demonstrations.

Then make your way to the

at one of the many nearby

Take the short journey

Explore the narrow

hotels or restaurants or just

across to Rocquaine Bay

cobbled streets of St Peter

enjoy a cocktail at one of

to view the iconic Fort

To explore Jersey’s rural

Port, visit the Old Quarter,

Guernsey’s contemporary

Grey (locally known as the

history, take a trip to

peruse boutiques and shop

bars.

Cup & Saucer) and now

Hamptonne Country Life

for some French bread,

Museum, an authentic 15th

pâté, cheeses and

century farm brought to

traditional Guernsey cider

life with characters from the past. Syvret House has

home to a shipwreck Day Two

museum.

for a picnic in the beautiful

Discover Guernsey’s

This evening have fish and

Candie Gardens.

diverse coast and visit

chips on the beach at

some of the beautiful

L’eree, while watching the

beaches

sunset.

www.visitguernsey.com

recently undergone a major refurbishment and

Head up through the High

provides a fascinating

Street and visit the

window into 1940s rural life.

Guernsey Tapestry housed

Guernsey is very proud of

From guided tours to

within St James’ Concert

all of its 27 bays, beautiful

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Coach Touring I Great Gardens

Great Gardens Spring and Summer, the corn is as high as an elephants eye, sorry, slipped into musical mode (Oklahoma), that's how inspired your group will be, a blooming marvellous time for visiting fantastic gardens and flower shows.

Rose by the Pre-Raphaelite

renowned Water Garden

Information Line: 01367

artist Sir Edward Burne-

designed by Harold Peto

Buscot Park is the family

Jones which show his

where cascades lead past

home of the Lords

version of the fairy tale

sculptures down to a

240932 Email: info@buscotpark.com

Faringdon, who continue

Sleeping Beauty.

fountain, bridge and lake.

gardens and grounds on

The gardens below and

Open from 1st April – 30th

behalf of The National

beyond the house are

September.

Trust.

exciting to explore. The

BUSCOT PARK

to look after the mansion,

“Four Seasons� is set within

Gardens open Mon-Fri

The beautiful Georgian

the high walls of the old

2pm-6pm and some

house contains the

vegetable garden and

weekends including Bank

Faringdon Collection of

offers year round interest

Holidays. House and

furniture and objets d’art,

with floral borders and

Grounds: £12.00; Over 65’s

which includes paintings

sculptures. The Pleasure

ÂŁ10.00.

by Rembrandt, Reynolds,

Grounds are divided into

Grounds only: ÂŁ9.00; Over

Rubens, Murillo and many

five sections by tree-lined

65’s £7.00. Child 95-15)

more. Its world-famous

avenues that lead to a

ÂŁ4.50

saloon was decorated

citrus garden, a “Swing

with 14 paintings called

Garden�, the tallest sundial

National Trust Members

The Legend of the Briar

in England, and the

Free.

Website: www.buscotpark.com

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Make Renishaw Hall & Gardens your group tour destination in 2020 • acres of award winning gardens to explore • tours of historic Renishaw Hall, home to the Sitwell family • Café at Renishaw Hall & private dining facilities • on site Sitwell Museum Discover a 200-acre woodland garden and narrow-gauge (121⁄4”) steam railway located on the edge of the Beaulieu River in the New Forest, Hampshire.

• vineyard tours and wine tasting • visitor centre and plant sales

visit www.renishaw-hall.co.uk 023 8089 1203 | www.exbury.co.uk

or call 01246 432310

Open from March 18th 2020

Coach Touring I Garden Centres

Garden Centres Here's on opportunity to count the number of green fingers in your group, ok we can't all have the skills of Alon Titchmorsh or the charm and good looks of Diormuid Govin, but you con be guaranteed a blooming good day and plenty of inspiration. and advice.

THE PERFECT DAY OUT

looking for more there is

conditions see website)

and run business offering

POLHILL GARDEN CENTRE –

plenty to explore from

and FREE food and

an exceptional and diverse

THE HOME OF GARDENS

relaxing in the garden

Refreshments

range of garden and home

restaurant to a plethora of

Coach Parking: FREE

products at fantastic

If you are looking for a

shops to stroll around at

Open 7 days a week Mon-

prices!

wonderful day out look no

your leisure.

Sat 9am-5.30pm, Sun

As one of the largest

further than the superb

Situated just off Junction 4

10am-4.30pm.

Garden Centres in the

shopping facilities at Polhill

of the M25 POLHILL

Polhill Garden Centre and

North West, enjoying over

Garden Centre. With a

GARDEN CENTRE AND

Shopping Village, London

60,000sq. ft. of retail space

choice two welcoming

SHOPPING VILLAGE is a

Road, Badgers Mount,

you’ll be amazed at the

restaurants to enjoy

major attraction in the

Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 7AD.

variety and choice of

offering a selection of

South East of England

– 01959 534212.

products, from our huge

refreshments and delicious

making it a destination

food coupled with a retail

stop for a fantastic day

GORDON RIGG GARDEN,

outdoor plants, garden

experience like no other,

out for all the family.

HOME & LEISURE

furniture and wild bird care

a must for Garden Centre

Driver Incentive : FREE £10

Gordon Rigg Garden,

floristry, gifts, plus much

and shopping enthusiasts.

Cash Incentive when pre-

Home & Leisure has a

more!

The plant area will be in full

booking on line at-

proud, long history, inspiring

bloom during spring and

Polhill.co.uk/Coach-

gardeners since 1945 and

summer but if you are

booking (full terms and

remains a family owned

range of indoor and

this winning combination is

to garden tools, pet care,

www.gordonrigg.com

Rediscover the romance of roses...

• Display gardens • Specialist plant centre • Restaurant & gift shop • ¼ mile from A11 • Group tour & refreshment packages

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Everyone Delicious Cream Tea on offer every day

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£4.50

Fantastic offers all year round Friendly and helpful staff on hand With so much to see Polhill is a great day out. Or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re limited for time our restaurant and facilities make us the perfect pit stop

London Road Badgers Mount Sevenoaks Kent TN14 7AD

JUST 3 MINUTES FROM J4 / M25

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

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£10 CASH INCENTIVE AND A FREE LUNCH* *Free lunch for the driver & £10 for the coach operator on the presentation of official ID. Offer only valid if bookings are made at least 24 hours in advance on our website carrying over 25 passengers.

See website for booking form.

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Coach Touring I Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight You’ll be more than pleasantly surprised how easily the Island offers opportunities for getting around. You’re never far away from where you want to be, yet easily out of reach if rest and relaxation is the mood of your group. enclosures and a raised walkway to observe the animals in their habitats.

VENTNOR BOTANIC GARDEN Literally an oasis of cultivated delights, Ventnor Botanic Garden epitomise the Island’s ethos of the perfect antidote to the stresses and strains of 21st century living. Normally found in QUARR ABBEY

welcome for bespoke

interactive Dinosaur Isle

protected glasshouses,

tours, led by the owners

(dinosaurisle.com). The

that plants thrive in

There’s spiritual peace and

themselves, Rosie and

latter draws on the Island’s

geographical plantings

quiet on the west edge of

Stephen Bonsey. The

reputation as a location

based on the

Ryde at Quarr Abbey. The

charming couple take turns

with one of the highest

Mediterranean zones of

monastery is home to a

to welcome visiting groups

concentrations of dinosaur

the world. You’ll find

small group of Benedictine

to Nunwell’s five acres of

fossils anywhere in the

examples of blooms from

monks, who welcome

tranquil gardens and

world. The area around

all over the world.

visitors to experience their

parkland. It’s elevation

Sandown Bay makes fossil

lives of prayer, work and

commands sweeping

hunting fun for all the

Visit the Tropical House

community life. Do that

views of the town and

group. Your party could

and be transported to the

while enjoying the heritage

Bembridge Harbour below,

leave with some very old

rainforest, take a walk

of nearly nine centuries of

and out across the Solent.

souvenirs indeed. Learn

along the secret tunnel to

more about the giant

the sea, or step off of the

monastic presence since the abbey foundation in

Rosie and Stephen say the

reptiles who first inhabited

pathways to see the rare

1132. The cafe is also a

tour of the house takes

the Island, before a visit to

and exotic plants at their

group-friendly refreshment

about an hour, with the

the Zoo, for encounters

best. Remnants of the

stop, with an excellent

garden at your group’s

with big cats to meerkats

former Royal National

and monkeys

Hospital for Chest Diseases

reputation. The art gallery,

leisure. While you’re

livestock grounds and

exploring the grounds, the

woodland walks all

couple do the most

Nearby the town there’s

occupant of the site. The

complete the serene visit.

hospitable thing: they get

more animal magic at

gardens charge admission,

(quarrabbey.org).

the kettle on for fresh tea

Amazon World, with its

but for a rest stop, entry to

and coffee to accompany

exotic animal collection

the Plantation Room Café,

Rosie’s homemade cakes

(amazonworld.co.uk). Walk

the restaurant, the gallery

(nunwellhouse.co.uk)..

through jungle rainforests

and gift shop is free. Mike

while tropical birds fly

Stickland’s

NUNWELL HISTORIC HOUSE

can be found, the former

One of the UK’s most beautiful historic houses,

THE ISLE OF WIGHT WILDLIFE

Nunwell, lies three miles

overhead and crocodiles

recommendation of

eye you up for a snack

Steephill Cove is adjacent

from Brading, just south of

The Isle of Wight Zoo,

from the ponds.

- albeit at the bottom of

Ryde. The sixteenth-

housed in an old fort, is the

Educationally, the

250 steps. (botanic.co.uk).

century, three storey

best-known attraction

attraction teaches about

property is in private

(isleofwightzoo.com). Then

conservation efforts

hands, but groups are

there’s the purpose built

through themed

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VENTNOR BOTANIC GARDEN

EXPLORE 22 ACRES OF RARE AND SUBTROPICAL PLANTS AND TREES Open all year round

Guided Tours l Underground Tunnel and Mushroom Chamber Heritage Centre l Tropical House and Gallery l Red Squirrels and Wall Lizards l Children’s Trails and Playground Café Restaurant and Gift Shop l Garden Products and Botanic Ales Follow the A3055 from Ventnor Ventnor Botanic Garden, Undercliff Drive, Ventnor, Isle of Wight PO38 1UL Telephone: 01983 855397

www.botanic.co.uk

@hottestgarden

Coach Touring I Breweries, Distilleries & Vineyards

Breweries, Distilleries & Vineyards Take your party to discover where the elixir of life starts, condemning the old saying about celebrations in perfect facilities to history, I think this is where I say drink responsibly

HAWKSHEAD BREWERY TAP

Hawkshead Brewery are

Sheppy family's passion for

suitable for all dietary

cutting edge craft brewers

crafting real cider and love

requirements.

The Beer Hall, is open every

of bold, innovative beers,

of fine food.

You can also enjoy guided

day to bring you the

brewed with integrity in

freshest beer and some of

the heart of the English

Housed in former apple

making facilities - ideal for

the best food in the Lakes.

Lake District since 2002.

pressing rooms, Sheppy's

enthusiasts or the

Bring your friends and

Hawksheads beer range is

House of Cider and Fine

inquisitive, or, enjoy a walk

family and enjoy the

eclectic and includes thirst

Food includes a deli and

around some of the 90

relaxed atmosphere, take

quenching session beers,

farm shop, a butcher’s

acres or orchards.

a brewery tour, where you’ll

big hopped modern pale

counter a cider tasting

go behind the scenes at

ales, deep dark stout, sours

area, and the Apple Bay

Large Free Car Park

the brewery and find out

and a core range of cask

Bar Café and Restaurant

Free Wifi

how Hawkshead beer is

beers.

where we recommend

Orchard Walks

made. Discover the history

www.hawkshead brewery.co.uk

soaking up the heritage. It’s

Cider Tasting

a fantastic place for

Tours

relaxing, offering a

Bespoke menus for coach

CONTEMPORARY and cosy

parties (advanced notice

atmosphere in which to

required) All drivers - free

of the brewery and find

tours around the cider

out how they select the ingredients that produce

SHEPPYS HOUSE OF CIDER

the distinctive flavours and aroma of the beers. See

This fabulous attraction

enjoy local beers, spirits -

the team in action and

epitomises all that is great

and of course, Sheppy's

learn about the process

about the South West. It

ciders, Sheppy’s also off a

behind brewing beer.

pays homage to the

full artisan menu that is

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OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY

9.00am - 5.00pm

BREWERY TOURS

BREWERY SHOP

BREWERY MUSEUM

SUNDAY

10.00am - 4.00pm

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Coach Touring I Museums

Be amazed at these Museums

These days much more than staring into glass display cabinets squinting to read the card, nowadays they are either living, interactive or educational the way it should be.

THE MUSEUM OF TIMEKEEPING

(£13.50 per person) and

manager. They chime

runways, giving visitors views

throughout the building on the

of the hundreds of daily

Technical Tour (£20.00 per

Be transported through time

hour. New for 2020 comes the

and discover the history of

redesigned watch exhibition,

flights landing and taking off.

Home to five retired aircraft,

45-minute Classic Tour, you

Horology (that’s watch and

with a family feel, hands on

the park gives visitors the

will have a chance to board

clock making to me and you)

exhibits alongside astonishing

chance to explore iconic

Concorde, see the luxurious

at the Museum of

watches, there really is

Timekeeping. Originally the

something for everyone.

collection of the British

Please visit their website

Horological Institute, they

www.museumof

have over 500 working

timekeeping.org.uk for further

examples on display, following

details of their regular summer

the story of how we measured

opening times and special

time over the past 1000 years.

weekend events.

playground, picnic areas,

THE RUNWAY VISITOR PARK

so there’s something to keep

place to picnic and play

Tour the Most Iconic Aircraft in

have visitors and aviation

while you’re here. Their

History at Manchester Airport

exhibited clocks are all in

The Runway Visitor Park is

working order and wound

located at the end of

weekly by the museum

Manchester Airport’s two

aircraft such as the Concorde sitting where royalty once sat and even getting a chance to play pilot as they learn more about these magnificent machines. It’s not just about planes at the park, with a aviation shop, and restaurant

All this set in the building and grounds at Upton Hall,

everyone entertained. They

Nottinghamshire. The perfect

enthusiasts from all over the world visiting the park all year around. They currently have two packages-Classic Tour

person) on offer. During the

leather seats and learn about some of the aircraft's famous passengers. Sit in the pilot’s seat and discover some of the unique features that made Concorde so special.

The 90-minute Technical Tour provides a great opportunity for you to marvel at Concorde’s unique aviation engineering. A full guided tour underneath the aircraft explores the ground-breaking technology behind the supersonic airliner. www..run

wayvisitor park.co.uk

Experience the Household Cavalry Story in London’s Royal Heartland

Home to Golf’s History Museum • Shop • Café The award winning British Golf Museum uses a mixture of highly visual displays and exciting interactives to explore over 500 years of golfing history.

For more information call 01334 460046 or visit www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk

Open daily from 10am The Household Cavalry Museum Horse Guards, Whitehall, London SW1A 2AX Tel: 020 7930 3070

THE BRITISH GOLF MUSEUM, BRUCE EMBANKMENT, ST ANDREWS, FIFE, KY16 9AB. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews Trust.

A Scottish Charity SCO 07857

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The award-winning Museum of Timekeeping is open for guided group tours all year round.

Come and visit our small, friendly museum in the Grade 2* listed Upton Hall and learn about the history of time keeping and how it shaped the world we live in.

We cater for groups of 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 50 people 2 hour guided tour Exclusive access to the museum during your tour Hot drinks and biscuits available Get lost in time as you hear the GPO Speaking Clocks, musical longcase clocks and be among the first to see our refurbished watch exhibition, new for 2020!

Telephone: 01636 817607 Email:info@museumoftimekeeping.org.uk Address: Upton Hall, Upton, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG23 5TE

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Coach Touring I Great Days Out

Great Days Out Coach Touring takes its regular look around the UK at whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot and new for groups around the UK

COVENTRY CATHEDRAL Coventry Cathedral was described as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;casket of jewelsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by its architect, Sir Basil Spence, and the Cathedral does not fail to live up to this image.

experience and can be done by visiting

by King Robert the Bruce,

once owned by the World

Annandaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Single Malt

famous Johnnie Walker

www.coventry cathedral.org.uk/wpsite/ group-booking-form/ They

Scotch Whisky is made in

Scotch Whisky brand

the homeland of

Annandale ceased

Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Warrior King.

production in 1918 but

can accommodate groups of any size and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love to welcome yours!

Scotlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Poet,

restarted in 2014.

Robert Burns (Auld Lang

Annandale Distillery is

Syne) worked as a customs

Located in the heart of the

open every day of the year

officer in Annandale in the

except Christmas Day and

city centre, with

A WARM WELCOME AWAITS

early 1790s. At that time,

New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, delivering

convenient coach drop-

YOU AT HISTORIC

Annandale would have

a premium Scotch Whisky

off points right outside,

ANNANDALE DISTILLERY â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

been an elicit distillery.

experience to visitors from

getting here could not be

THE FIRST DISTILLERY IN

Robert Burns would surely

all over the World.

easier. Once here pre-

SCOTLAND

have visited.

www.annandale

tour of both the Ruined

There are many reasons for

Built between 1830 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1836,

Cathedral and Spenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

visiting Annandale

Annandale is one of the

casket of jewels as one of

Distillery:

oldest working distilleries in

their expert guides takes

When travelling north,

Scotland Annandale was

you through over 1000 years

Annandale is the first

of history. Tours will include

distillery in Scotland.

the story of Coventry and

Although whisky can be

how its fate is entwined

produced anywhere in the

with that of their

World, Scotch Whisky can

cathedrals, the events of

only be made in Scotland.

November 1940 which led

Annandale Distillery

to the destruction of the

provides visitors to

Old Cathedral, the vision

Scotland with their first

distillery.com

booked groups will enjoy a

and building of the New

opportunity to taste

Cathedral, and the arts

premium Single Malt

and architecture located

Scotch Whisky and see it

within it. If your group has a

being made.

particular area of interest

Less than 10 minutes from

please letthem know and

the M74 motorway

their guides will be more

(Junction 20) Annandale

than happy to provide

Distillery has ample coach

extra focus for you.

parking, a lovely coffee

For a small extra charge,

shop and a well-stocked

those feeling energetic

whisky shop, both of which

can also climb their

accept Union Pay, Alipay

Cathedral Tower, the third

and WeChat Pay.

highest in England. And if

Annandale is also several

that works up an appetite

times winner of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Best

you can visit their Rising

Loo (toilet) in

from the Rubble cafĂŠ for a

Scotland/Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

range of drinks, light bites

Annandale is probably one

and meals. Pre-booking for

of the most beautiful

groups is essential in order to ensure the very best

Built on land once owned

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Cheltenham Farmers: 2nd & last Friday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:00 pm Promenade, GL50 9SA Crafts: 3rd Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 pm Promenade, GL50 9SA Fine Foods: 1st Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:00 pm Promenade, GL50 9SA Cirencester General Retail: Monday BNo QN & Friday 9:00amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3:00pm By the Church, Market place, GL7 2NW Crafts: 1st Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 pm Market Place, GL7 2NW Farmers: 2nd & 4th Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:00 pm Market Place Fairford General Retail: Wednesday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; :00 pm Market Place, GL7 4AB Moreton in Marsh General Retail: Tuesday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00 pm (Novâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mar) 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:30 pm (Apr â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oct) High Street, GL56 0AW Tewkesbury General Retail: Wednesday & Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3:00 pm Spring Garden Car Park, GL20 5DN Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Craft: 2nd Saturday 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1:00 pm Gander Lane Car Park, GL20 5PG

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distilleries in Scotland.

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WITNESS THE

REMATCH Henry VIII and Franรงois I take to the field in a spectacular re-enactment of Tudor sport and entertainment at Hampton Court Palace. Jousting, foot combat and wrestling alongside a culture war of food, crafts and arts awaits your group at the Field of Cloth of Gold 500 year anniversary festival.

23-31 May 2020 For festival details, groups rates and travel tips email: groupsandtraveltrade@hrp.org.uk Group bookings early 2020 at www.hrp.org.uk/travel-trade