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Great Breaks

Great Weekends & Short Breaks to Cities, Coast & Countryside

Summer 2021 January - July

Enjoy the Views - Treasure the Memories!

Great Breaks

January - July 2021

2 & 3 Day Breakaways from only £142

Our popular, fully escorted Great Break holidays showcase some of the UK’s finest locations and attractions. Within a few hours, you can have escaped to the beautiful UK countryside, strolling along a seafront promenade, shopping in a medieval arcade or taking your seat at one of the special events we are featuring. Nowhere is that far from home, so treat yourself and celebrate a special occasion with friends and family or simply get away from it all for a few days We have a Great Break that is just right for you!

All our Great Breaks provide: ၣ Fantastic destinations ၣ High quality hotels, most with dinners included ၣ Our top class coaches ၣ Our professional, friendly drivers ၣ Our friendly on-board courier service ၣ Reserved coach seating ၣ One speedy, single departure point here at Henleyin-Arden ၣ Free secure parking too

NEW FOR 2021

Luxury Traveller Coaches on Selected Great Breaks Delayed in 2020 due to the onset of the Coronavirus we are delighted to announce that we will be taking delivery of our Luxury Traveller vehicles in February 2021. Those customers who prefer the finer things in life will be interested to see that within their busy schedules we have managed to allocate them to a number of our Great Breaks in 2021 – Please see our destination guide on Page 3. Remember, that when travelling on one of our Luxury Traveller Coaches you will enjoy all of the following comforts: ၣ Just 43 ‘First Class’ seats with even more legroom for all! ၣ All seats have calf supports, so you can fully recline and put your feet up! ၣ USB charging points on all seats, pus free Wi-Fi on board ၣ Complimentary hot & cold drinks ၣ Two large TV Screens – follow the route as you go along and ‘see’ our couriers when they use the mic!

ၣ An extra high passenger deck for even better sightseeing ၣ Complimentary gift bag You’ll enjoy all these features for a supplement of just £5 per person per day and in line with our policy of making our holidays as inclusive as possible, this charge has been added to and included in your holiday price. All other Great Breaks will be operated by our 49 Seater Club Class Coaches.

BCH - BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE - YOUR FINANCIAL SECURITY For your peace of mind, JOHNSONS are Bonded Coach Holiday (BCH) members, which is a government approved scheme monitored and audited by the Confederation of Passenger Transport UK (CPT). This consumer protection scheme ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure, clients’ monies are protected by a Bond in the unlikely event of the Member’s insolvency. BCH operators are bound by rules and a code of conduct and must ensure that the terms of their trading charter are clear and reasonable. A copy of our Trading Charter is available online at www.johnsonscoaches.co.uk and will be forwarded to you with your holiday booking confirmation.

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YOUR GREAT BREAKS DESTINATION GUIDE JANUARY - JULY 2021 Date

Nights Destination

Page

Theme

January 2021 Fri 29 - Sun 31 Jan

Brend Hotels: North Devon - Royal & Fortescue

1 1

Snowdrops at Hever Castle - Bridgewood Manor Wake Up at the Waldorf - Waldorf Hilton, London

9 10

1 1 1 1

The Mountbatten Festival of Music - Tower Hotel Sidmouth & Clarks Village, Street - Bedford Hotel The Swan at Wells, with Tea & Evensong Springtime at Kew & Chiswick House - Holiday Inn

11 5 7 10

1 1 1 1 2

Arundel & Chichester - Norfolk Arms Hotel Harrogate & York - Doubletree by Hilton Majestic NEW Lincolnshireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bomber Country - Best Western Keswick & the Lake District - Skiddaw Hotel Luxury Traveller at the Imperial, Barnstaple

8 17 16 16 6

1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Liverpool & Southport - Mercure Atlantic Tower Canterbury & Maritime Greenwich - Abbots Barton NEW Secret Sites Experience - Bletchley & Blenheim Ely & Norwich - Best Western Oaklands Chester & the Peak District - Best Western Forest Hills Chelsea Flower Show & Chelsea Physic Garden Bath, Clevedon & the Somerset Coast - Walton Park

15 9 12 13 15 11 7

1 1 2 1 1 1 1

NEW Cambridge City Break - Hilton Hotel Cardiff City Break - The Angel Hotel NEW Comets & Contrails - The Comet Hotel Harrogate & York - Doubletree by Hilton Majestic NEW The Heart of Wales - Metropole Hotel Keswick & the Lake District - Skiddaw Hotel NEW Picturesque Llangollen - Wild Pheasant Hotel

14 17 13 17 18 16 18

1 1 1 1 2

The Buxton Military Tattoo & National Memorial Arboretum Dawlish & Exeter - Langstone Cliff Hotel NEW My Life As A Tiller, Steam at Swindon & Bowood Hampton Court Flower Show - Crowne Plaza Barnstaple, North Devon - Royal & Fortescue

14 5 8 12 6

February 2021 Sun 21 - Mon 22 Feb Sun 28 Feb - Mon 1 Mar

March 2021 Sidmouth

Sat 6 - Sun 7 Mar Sun 14 - Mon 15 Mar Sun 14 - Mon 15 Mar Sat 20 - Sun 21 Mar

April 2021 Sun 11 - Mon 12 Apr Sun 18 - Mon 19 Apr Sun 25 - Mon 26 Apr Sun 25 - Mon 26 Apr Fri 30 Apr - Sun 2 May Arundel Castle

May 2021 Sun 2 - Mon 3 May Sun 9 - Mon 10 May Sun 9 - Mon 10 May Sun 16 - Mon 17 May Sun 16 - Mon 17 May Fri 21 - Sat 22 May Sun 23 - Mon 24 May

June 2021 Liverpool

Sun 6 - Mon 7 Jun Sun 6 - Mon 7 Jun Fri 18 - Sun 20 Jun Sun 20 - Mon 21 Jun Sun 20 - Mon 21 Jun Sun 27 - Mon 28 Jun Sun 27 - Mon 28 Jun

July 2021

Exeter

Sat 3 - Sun 4 Jul Sun 4 - Mon 5 Jul Sun 4 - Mon 5 Jul Sat 10 - Sun 11 Jul Fri 23 - Sun 25 Jul

COVID-19 ASSURANCE - Johnsons are Good to Go! At the time of writing this brochure, at the end of October 2020, we are still in the grip of this terrible pandemic. However, we very much hope that as winter progresses and we reach the spring of 2021, that restrictions will be lifted and we can all enjoy life, and holidays, more or less as we used to! However, we must remain vigilant throughout and we want to assure you that you are in safe hands when you travel on our Holidays and Great Breaks. We have a well-established COVID-19 risk assessment in place as well as our detailed Safe Operating Procedure, which can be found on our website. Rest assured that we will ensure you still have a most enjoyable Great Break whilst keeping you safe and secure. Following the recent government guidelines (of October 2020) with regard to Tiers 1, 2 and 3; we are pleased to provide the following flexible arrangements: 1.

If you find yourself in a Tier 3 area and are unable to join us: You can transfer all monies paid to another Great Break free of charge. 2. If we have to cancel a holiday due to it going to a Tier 3 area: Again, you can transfer all monies paid to another Great Break â&#x20AC;&#x201C; free of charge! 3. We need to reserve the right to cancel your Great Break at any time due to the loss of passengers residing in Tier 3 areas, (as in no. 1 above). Once again, all monies paid can be transferred to another holiday free of charge.

(Please note with items 1, 2 and 3 above, that this provision excludes travel insurance premiums as these are non-refundable).

4. Our updated travel insurance now provides cover for cancellation and curtailment due to illness caused by Coronavirus. At this difficult time we strongly recommend that customers do take out travel insurance.

We want to reassure you that you are safe to travel with us and hope that, like us, you are looking forward to a change of scenery in 2021.

For friendly advice and reservations call us on 01564 797000

2021 GREAT BREAKS PLANNER

You are in Safe Hands!

YOUR GREAT BREAK DESTINATION GUIDE

The number shown after each place name on the map refers to the brochure page number on which the tour appears. For help and reservations please call â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 01564 797000

Keswick (16) Harrogate (17) York (17)

Southport (15) Liverpool (15)

Buxton (14 - 15)

Chester (15)

Lincoln (16) Llangollen (18)

Ely (13) Norwich (13) Cambridge (14) Woodstock , Oxon (12)

Llandrindod Wells (18)

Milton Keynes (12) Hatfield (13) London (9 - 10 - 11 - 12)

Clevedon (7) Cardiff (17)

Rochester & Chatham (9) Swindon (8)

Barnstaple (6)

Canterbury (9)

Wells (7)

Exeter (5)

Arundel (8)

Sidmouth (5)

DESTINATION GUIDE

Dawlish (5)

Chichester (8)

Accommodation Symbols

Our Hotels are chosen for their quality, character & location. For easy reference we have introduced a set of symbols so that you can see at a glance exactly what facilities are available: Hotel Star Rating

Tea/Coffee Making Facilities

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DAWLISH & EXETER

SIDMOUTH & CLARKS VILLAGE at Street

1 Night From: £169 Dawlish

1 Night From: £149 Sidmouth

Dawlish is a fascinating little regency town huddled attractively between steep surrounding hills. There are several popular beaches here including Dawlish Warren. Meanwhile in the middle of the town there is a flat landscaped area called ‘ The Lawn’, home to various wildfowl and the famous Dawlish black swans.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 nights half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✘ Not included: All lunches

This Great Break is based in ✓ Look What’s Included the popular seaside resort of ✓ One Boarding Point here at HenleySidmouth – Known as the ‘Jewel in-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ of the Jurassic Coast’, this lovely Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ✓ 1 nights half unspoilt resort, with Regency ✓ Outlined itinerary architecture, elegant promenade board ✘ Not included: All lunches and red sandstone cliff s, overlooks the waters of Lyme Bay, on a stretch of World Heritage coastline. With its nice mild climate, Sidmouth is a town for all seasons, where you can enjoy gentle walks along the seafront and into the parks and gardens, with their stunning views.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Enjoy a leisurely journey to Dawlish, arriving during the afternoon. Dawlish seafront and town are an attractive mixture of Regency and Victorian style and you can stroll along the Strand enjoying a range of interesting shops. Dawlish is home to the famous black swans, which you can find around The Brook and the public green called The Lawn. Exeter Monday Discover Exeter ’s 2,000-year history in its heritage attractions, such as the Gothic St Peter’s Cathedral and the Roman City Wall. Explore beneath the city’s streets at Exeter’s Underground Passages, medieval passages originally built to bring fresh water into the city in medieval times. Find out more about Exeter’s fascinating history on one of the free Red Coat Guided tours or take one of three Self-Guided Heritage Trails around the city.

Sunday We visit Clarks Village at Street – With over 90 outlet shops to choose from, offering up to 60% off rrp on a host of famous brands, you can enjoy a wide choice of fashion, homeware, sportswear and gift ideas at great discount prices – outlet shopping has never been more enjoyable. In the afternoon we continue to Sidmouth for our overnight stay. Monday Unspoilt, unhurried, Sidmouth is a small, charming and elegant resort with a level Clarks Village promenade, interesting shops and colourful floral displays... it’s all here in this lovely seaside town that nestles beneath majestic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley. Departing mid-afternoon, we return home during the evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

The Langstone Cliff Hotel Dawlish Warren

Your Holiday Hotel

The Bedford Hotel Sidmouth

Set in 19 acres of peaceful woodland overlooking the Exe estuary and just a short walk from the beach via a public footpath. 64 comfortable bedrooms located on just 2 floors with 10 rooms located on the ground floor, Restaurant, Bar, Lounge, Garden, Terrace, Games Room, Indoor Pool (All Year) & Outdoor Pool (Seasonal). Lift to all floors.

Located right on the promenade, just yards from the sea, the Bedford Hotel is the pride of the Pyne Family and offers traditional warm hospitality. There is a restaurant, two lounges, sea view bar and a lift. Lift to all floors.

Sun 4 - Mon 5 July 2021

Sun 14 - Mon 15 March 2021

1 Night

£169

1 Night

Departs 8.00am Returns 8.00pm

Departs 8.30am Returns 7.30pm

Supplements Single Room: £16 | Balcony Supplement: £15 Holiday Insurance: £21

Supplements Single Room: Nil | Double for Sole Use: £20 | Holiday Insurance: £17 This departure include the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller ’ Coach supplement.

A deposit of just £50 secures your booking!

£149

ENGLAND - SOUTH WEST

Holiday Itinerary

LUXURY TRAVELLER AT THE IMPERIAL, BARNSTAPLE

2 Nights From: £199 Lynmouth

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 2 nights half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✘ Not included: All lunches © Flickr - North Devon Council

Welcome to the prestigious Brend hotels. From the moment you arrive you are guaranteed the warmest of welcomes, luxury accommodation and personal service of the highest quality.

Holiday Itinerary

ENGLAND - SOUTH WEST

Friday We depart from Henley in the morning, travelling to Devon, arriving late afternoon at the Royal and Fortescue Hotel for our 2-night stay. Saturday Enjoy the charm and friendly atmosphere of Barnstaple’s Pannier Market, one of Britain’s largest indoor markets, where there’s something for everyone. Largely unchanged in over 150 years, you’ll discover a wide range of stalls, with everything from fresh local produce, flowers and crafts, to Barnstaple’s Pannier Market prints and pictures, fashion and much more. Ideally located on the bustling High Street, the market is a must-see attraction for all visitors to the town. Sunday Departing our hotel we travel to Lynton & Lynmouth situated on the north coast of Devon, then onwards through ‘Little Switzerland’ to Dunster which houses over 200 listed buildings preserved so that generations can enjoy the historic qualities of this unique village. Return home during the early evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

The Royal & Fortescue Hotel Barnstaple Located at the heart of the town, Facilities include a Restaurant, Café, Bar, Bistro and Coffee Shop. Lift with some ground floor rooms available.

Fri 29 - Sun 31 January 2021

2 Nights

£199

Fri 23 - Sun 25 July 2021

2 Nights

£239

2 Nights From: £265

Sidmouth

Here at Johnsons we have a passion for ‘luxury travel’, a fact that has been endorsed by our long and successful partnership with the Brend Hotels Group. New for 2021 we’ ve added one of their most popular hotels to our Great Breaks programme where first rate Devon hospitality awaits, where you will be able to discover impeccable standards of a bygone age.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ✓ Fully reclining seats with calf supports ✓ Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks ✓ Free WiFi and USB charging points ✓ Complimentary gift bag ✓ 2 nights half board ✓ Outlined itinerary ✘ Not included: All lunches © Flickr - Alison Day

A SCENIC NORTH DEVON BREAK WITH BREND

Holiday Itinerary

Friday We depart from Henley in the morning, travelling to Devon, arriving late afternoon at the Imperial Hotel Barnstaple for our 2-night stay. Saturday Enjoy the charm and friendly atmosphere of Barnstaple’s Pannier Market, one of Britain’s largest indoor markets, Dunster where there’s something for everyone. Largely unchanged in over 150 years, you’ll discover a wide range of stalls, with everything from fresh local produce, flowers and crafts, to prints and pictures, fashion and much more. Ideally located on the bustling High Street, the market is a must-see attraction for all visitors to the town. Sunday Departing our hotel we travel to Lynton & Lynmouth situated on the north coast of Devon, then onwards through ‘Little Switzerland’ to Dunster which houses over 200 listed buildings preserved so that generations can enjoy the historic qualities of this unique village. Return home during the early evening. Your Holiday Hotel

The Imperial Hotel Barnstaple Located in the centre of Barnstaple, overlooking the River Taw, just a short walk from the shops. With the old-style charm of a traditional townhouse hotel, the Imperial has become a firm favourite of our clients. Restaurant, ‘Colours’ Bar, Comfortable Lounge, Garden Terrace. Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality flat. Hotel: Public areas level. Lift to all floors.

Fri 30 April - Sun 2 May 2021

2 Nights

Departs 9.30am Returns 6.00pm

Departs 10.00am Returns 6.30pm

Supplements Single Room: Nil | Double for Sole Use: £30 (Jan) £50 (Jul) Holiday Insurance: £19.50 (Jan) £21 (Jul)

Supplements Single Room: Nil | Inland Double for Sole Use: £70 | River View: £50 River View Deluxe: £70 | Holiday Insurance: £19.50 This departure include the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller ’ Coach supplement.

A deposit of just £50 secures your booking!

£265

THE SWAN AT WELLS, INCLUDING TEA & EVENSONG

BATH, CLEVEDON & The Somerset Coast

2 Nights From: £259

Bath

Visit the City of Wells in Somerset with its historic centre, where after a cream tea in the beautiful surroundings of the magnificent Cathedral, we are invited to join in the Evensong celebrations. Other highlights of this Great Break include a chance to explore the beauty of the Mendip Hills and Somerset Levels including Cheddar Gorge and historic Bath.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom ✓ 2 nights half board ✓ Cream Tea in Wells Cathedral followed by Evensong ✓ Welcome glass of Bucks Fizz before dinner on arrival day ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey south west, pausing at the Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitors Wells Cathedral Centre before arriving for a succulent cream tea (scones/jam/cream and tea/coffee) in Wells Cathedral. After attending Evensong we check in to the nearby Swan Hotel for dinner and out 2-night stay. Monday Beautiful Bath is today’s destination - a truly unique city with its hot springs, Roman Baths, splendid Abbey and Georgian stone crescents that has been attracting visitors for centuries. Tuesday A free morning to explore Wells, England’s smallest city or join us on a short drive to the ancient market town of Glastonbury The town has a wealth of beautiful, historic buildings including the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey set in 36 acres of parkland (admission not included). It is also known for its bohemian culture, quirky shops and cafés. In the afternoon we visit the magnificent limestone Cheddar Gorge. Classified as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Britain’s largest gorge has dramatic cliffs rising up 450ft and stunning stalactite caverns before returning homewards. Your Holiday Hotel

1 Night From: £159

Bath

This 2-day break brings you the very best of Georgian Bath with its cobbled streets, gorgeous stone buildings and the wonderful mix of unique shops – everywhere you turn there’s something to catch your eye and Bath is steeped in rich history and heritage. We also experience the spectacular North Somerset Coastline visiting Clevedon and WestonSuper-Mare, two of the region’s main towns along the coastline with attractive villages and glorious countryside in-between.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 nights half board ✓ Outlined itinerary ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We visit the ‘ World Heritage’ city of Bath, with its Clevedon beautiful and elegant architecture and world class attractions. There are many ways to enjoy your day, explore the Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, the Roman Baths and the magnificent Abbey, or perhaps take afternoon tea in the gentle atmosphere of the Pump Room. During the afternoon we continue to our hotel at Clevedon. Monday Time to explore the charming seaside town of Clevedon, whose elegance and appeal has plenty to offer all ages. Here, sand gives way to a pebbled shoreline, backed by largely unspoilt Victorian architecture. The restored Grade I listed pier dates from 1869 and is recognised as one of the finest in the country. We then continue to the great seaside resort of Weston-Super-Mare. Here we find all the traditional seaside attractions, including the famous beach donkeys! The wide sweep of Weston Bay has miles of clean sandy beach and a level promenade boasting superb views over the Bristol Channel. We return home in the late afternoon.

Best Western Swan Hotel Wells Located directly opposite the magnificent West Front of Wells Cathedral, the 15th century Best Western Plus Swan Hotel has been sympathetically refurbished and extended. The hotel has a front terrace with a Cathedral view and a quiet Walled Garden Café. Restaurant & Lounge/Bar. The location and hotel are fairly level with isolated steps throughout. Hotel is located in 5 adjoining buildings – Main Hotel, The Coach House, The Courtyard, Conference Centre and Swan Mews. Bedrooms are on 3 floors including ground floor. No Lift, but ground floor rooms available. Sun 14 - Tue 16 March 2021

2 Nights

Departs 9.00am Returns 6.30pm Supplements Single Room: £36 | Holiday Insurance: £19.50 This departure includes the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller ’ Coach supplement.

Your Holiday Hotel

Best Western Walton Park Hotel, Clevedon A traditional hotel standing in its own Cliffside grounds approximately ½ a mile from the pier with wonderful views across the Bristol Channel. Restaurant, Bar/Lounge. The location in and around the hotel are fairly level but it does have a cliff top location. Lift to all floors.

£259 Sun 23 - Mon 24 May 2021 Departs 9.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £30 | Holiday Insurance: £17

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1 Night

£159

ENGLAND - SOUTH WEST

Cheddar & Bath

ARUNDEL & CHICHESTER

‘Steam’ at Swindon & Bowood House

MY LIFE AS A TILLER

NEW TOUR

1 Night From: £185 Bowood House

During the 1950s and 1960s the Tiller Girls established themselves as the premier dance troupe on British commercial television, being associated particularly with the iconic Sunday Night at the London Palladium. Jackie Simmonds gives an insight into the fascinating life as a member of this all-girl dance troupe. Her humorous after dinner talk opens the lid on the high kicks and lows of being a member of this world famous troupe. Her finale has everyone laughing when she tries to teach the guests one of their unique routines. A great fun night!

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Private dining with After Dinner Speaker Jackie Simmonds, describing her life as a Tiller ✓ Entrance to ‘Steam’ at Swindon ✓ Bowood House & Gardens ✓ Lacock Abbey ✘ Not included: All lunches

ENGLAND - SOUTH & SOUTH WEST

Arundel Castle

Charming, stylish and full of history, the picturesque market town of Arundel in West Sussex is probably most famous for two stunning landmarks - Arundel Castle and Arundel Cathedral. We also visit Chichester – a town that was important in Roman times in the first century AD and still has some Roman remains today.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

The Tiller Girls

Holiday Itinerary

1 Night From: £165

Sunday Departing Henley we drive to Swindon where we visit ‘Steam’ – a museum where we can explore the rich history of the Great Western Railway. You’ll meet life-like characters, including engineering genius, Isambard Kingdom Brunel. He created virtually every aspect of the GWR - from London Paddington to Bristol and beyond. Housed in a beautifully restored railway building, the museum is located right next to the Swindon Designer Outlet. Later, we check into our hotel. Tonight enjoy private dining with our After Dinner Speaker Jackie Simmonds, describing her life as a Tiller! Monday Departing our hotel, we visit Bowood House and Gardens, where we walk through a secret door into an enchanting garden for the start of our guided tour of Lord and Lady Lansdowne’s private award winning walled garden. In the afternoon, we visit historic Lacock. Set in rural Wiltshire, the village is famous for its picturesque streets and historic buildings and is a popular TV and filming location. The Abbey is located at the heart of the village and houses the Fox Talbot Museum, which celebrates the achievements of former Lacock resident, William Fox Talbot, famous for his contributions to the invention of photography.

Sunday We drive to Arundel where we are free to explore this old market town. The historic 19th century cathedral overlooks the town from the west bank of the river Arun and is a fine example of gothic architecture, whereby the towering stately home and fortified castle, that has been the seat of the Dukes of Norfolk and their Chichester ancestors since 1067, conceals a very fine collection of furniture, paintings, clocks, tapestries, armour and much more, including personal possessions of Mary, Queen of Scots. Tonight, we enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at the Norfolk Arms Hotel. Monday Steeped in over 2000 years of history, Chichester is our delightful destination today. Dominated by the 900-year old Cathedral the town has many fine buildings and also offers the visitor excellent shopping. We commence our journey homewards in the afternoon.

Your Holiday Hotel

The Norfolk Arms Hotel Arundel

Your Holiday Hotel

Alexandra House Hotel Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire Resting a short distance from the town of Swindon, Alexandra House Hotel offers four-star accommodation within 20 acres of scenic grounds. The hotel boasts a collection of 154 contemporary bedrooms that are thoughtfully furnished and feature light colour tones. Restaurant & Bar facilities. Health and leisure club with indoor swimming pool, gym, an all-weather tennis court, a sauna and a steam room.

The Norfolk Arms Hotel is a charming Georgian Coaching Inn set in the stunning town of Arundel in West Sussex. Set on the town’s popular High Street, located in the shadow of Arundel Castle, the hotel is anything but old – with its newly refurbished restaurant and bars, offering you a quintessentially wonderful place to eat, drink and stay. Please note that the hotel does not have a lift and some rooms are limited in height, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Some ground floor rooms are available upon specific requested.

Sun 11 - Mon 12 April 2021 Sun 4 - Mon 5 July 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.00am Returns 6.00pm

£185

Departs 8.00am Returns 6.30pm Supplements Single Room: £20 | Holiday Insurance: £17

Supplements Single Room: £20 | Holiday Insurance: £18

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1 Night

£165

CANTERBURY & MARITIME GREENWICH

SNOWDROPS AT HEVER CASTLE & Leeds Castle

1 Night From: £159 Hever Castle

Canterbury Cathedral is one of the oldest and most famous Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site. We also visit Greenwich - the traditional London base of the Royal Navy and home to the largest expanses of preserved historic architecture and parkland in England.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✘ Not included: All lunches & Thames River Cruise

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We head for the magnificent medieval city of Canterbury, which is dominated by its breathtaking cathedral – it’s the oldest in England and Old Royal Naval College considered to be the centre of English Christianity. Visit the towering Gothic cathedral and follow in the footsteps of pilgrims that flocked to the church following Thomas Becket’s gruesome murder in 1170. Other attractions not to be missed are St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church, together with the award-winning Canterbury Tales attraction, where the sights, sounds and smells of Chaucer’s medieval England are recreated. Monday After breakfast we drive to Greenwich. This World Heritage Site is full to the brim with fascinating maritime history – the legendary tea clipper Cutty Sark is moored here. You will also see the fabulous Christopher Wren-designed Old Royal Naval College. To complete your day, why not set off on a delightful return cruise on the River Thames that takes you from Greenwich to Embankment Pier in central London.

Follow a trail of thousands of snowdrops starting to emerge from their winter hibernation on Hever Castle’s Snowdrop Walk – the first sign that spring is just around the corner. Then stroll through the gardens and enjoy the early blossoms of camellia and quince. We also visit Leeds Castle, widely regarded as the most beautiful castle in the world!

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Entrance to Hever Castle’s Snowdrop Trail ✓ Entrance to Leeds Castle ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We head to Hever Castle – built in the 13th century and former home of Anne Boleyn. Around 70,000 bulbs have been planted in the Gardens over the past few years to create a heavenly carpet of snowdrops providing a magical trail for visitors to follow. We recommend that you wear suitable footwear such as Wellington boots or walking boots Leeds Castle as the ground may be boggy in places. We continue to our hotel in time for dinner and our overnight stay. Monday After breakfast we journey to Leeds Castle. Built in two islands in the middle of a lake. This classic English castle is surrounded by 500 acres of parkland and gardens. Ample time here at leisure for you to explore this delightful historic setting before returning home in the early evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

Best Western Abbots Barton Canterbury The 3-star Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel is a Gothic-style building built in the 1830s. This picturesque hotel, set within two acres of beautiful gardens, is just a brief 10-minute walk from the historic town of Canterbury, ideally located to explore Canterbury’s many attractions. Bedrooms are on three floors. A lift serves most rooms.

Sun 9 - Mon 10 May 2021 Departs 8.00am Returns 8.00pm Supplements Single Room: £10 | Holiday Insurance: £17

1 Night

Your Holiday Hotel

Bridgewood Manor Rochester A charming four-star hotel in Rochester, Bridgewood Manor is the perfect destination for visitors who wish to explore scenic Kent. Restaurant, bar/lounge, outdoor patio area, leisure club & spa with indoor swimming pool. Level entrance, easy access throughout. Lift to all floors, with 2 purpose built disabled rooms on the ground floor.

£159 Sun 21 - Mon 22 February 2021 Departs 8.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £25 | Holiday Insurance: £17

We include our own helpful & attentive couriers on all our Great Breaks

1 Night

£169

ENGLAND - SOUTH EAST

Canterbury Cathedral

1 Night From: £169

WAKE UP AT THE WALDORF

SPRINGTIME AT KEW & CHISWICK HOUSE

1 Night From: £209

1 Night From: £199 Chiswick House Camellia Festival

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 nights accommodation at the Waldorf Hilton ✓ Full cooked buffet breakfast ✓ Afternoon Tea served in the Homage Grand Salon at 3.30pm ✘ Not included: All lunches & dinner

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Depart from your home area in the morning travelling to London. There is time to relax and enjoy the delicious Afternoon Tea served in the Homage Grand Salon before checking in late afternoon. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore at leisure and enjoy a meal – the choice is endless. Monday After our leisurely full English breakfast we enjoy free time with ‘London’ on your doorstep, - Covent Garden, The Strand, Westminster, The Thames Oxford Street and Oxford Street are just a stone’s throw away. We leave London at 4.00pm and return back to the Midlands.

Enjoy the wonderful experience of staying at this 5 Star iconic hotel - Situated on the verdant, tree-lined thoroughfare of Aldwych, The Waldorf Hilton hotel enjoys a fabulous Covent Garden location in the heart of London’s theatre district.

Kew is London’s largest UNESCO World Heritage Site with the largest, most diverse collection of living plants in the World. Join us in visiting Kew during their Orchid Festival, a huge celebration of vibrant colours, culture and incredible plant life. Next, we visit Chiswick House and Gardens, a magnificent neoPalladian villa set in 65 acres of beautiful historic gardens and conservatory which houses the world-famous Camellia collection.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Entrance to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew for their 2021 Orchid Festival ✓ Entrance to Chiswick House for the Camellia Festival ✘ Not included: All lunches © Jeff Eden

Waldorf Hotel

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We head to The Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew for the fabulous Orchid Festival. You will have free time to explore both the gardens and the orchid festival. Kew Gardens There is a land train that operates in the garden making it easier to see all the sights (book & payable on the day as required), and plenty of places to enjoy lunch and some afternoon refreshments. Tonight, we enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at the Holiday Inn Brentford Lock. Sunday After a relaxed breakfast we venture to Chiswick House and Gardens. This magnificent neo-Palladian villa is set in 65-acres of beautiful historic gardens and conservatory which houses the worldfamous Camelia Collection.

ENGLAND - LONDON

Your Holiday Hotel

Holiday Inn Brentford Lock London

Your Holiday Hotel

Waldorf Hilton Hotel London One of the capital’s most iconic hotels, the Waldorf Hilton London hotel showcases every imaginable 21st Century comfort against a backdrop of genuine historic splendour. Just five minutes’ walk from Covent Garden and a mile from some of the city’s most iconic attractions, the Waldorf Hilton London is home to a tranquil indoor pool, a well-equipped gym, a striking new 1920’s themed bar - Good Godfrey’s, and a stylish Homage Restaurant. The hotel has several lifts to all floors. Sun 28 Feb - Mon 1 Mar 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £76 | Holiday Insurance: £17

£209

With a scenic waterfront setting overlooking the Grand Union Canal, the Holiday Inn Brentford Lock is well positioned for the two attractions included on this weekend break. Restaurant, bar, coffee bar, sun-terrace. Lift to all floors.

Sat 20 - Sun 21 March 2021 Departs 8.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £42 | Holiday Insurance: £17 Reductions Available for (EH) English Heritage Members

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1 Night

£199

THE MOUNTBATTEN FESTIVAL OF MUSIC

CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW & CHELSEA PHYSIC GARDEN

1 Night From: £225

Mountbatten Festival of Music

1 Night From: £295

Chelsea Flower Show

The Massed Bands of the Royal ✓ Look What’s Included Marines have performed at the ✓ One Boarding Point here at HenleyRoyal Albert Hall for over 40 in-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First years. Originally these concerts Class’ seating & legroom ✓ 1 night bed were given in commemoration & full English breakfast ✓ Tickets for of Sir Malcolm Sargent who, the Mountbatten Festival of Music for some 20 years, was the ✘ Not included: All other meals Honorary Musical Advisor to the Royal Marines Band Service. Following the death of Earl Mountbatten of Burma, who was Life Colonel Commandant of the Royal Marines, the concerts were renamed in 1980. The link with Sir Malcolm Sargent continues through the charity, CLIC Sargent, which together with Royal Navy and Royal Marines charities, is the principal beneficiary of the money raised by these concerts.

This world-renowned flower show brings together the best in gardening and horticulture, with beautiful displays showcasing the finest arrangement. The show displays both nursery exhibits as well as model gardens which will captivate and inspire you at this truly Royal event. Truly a unique experience, where you’ ll be able to see the garden displays up close and take in the stunning floral scents that fill the show.

Holiday Itinerary

Friday Tucked away beside the Thames, The Chelsea Physic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in London and houses around 5,000 different medicinal, herbal, edible, and useful plants. The Garden’s unique micro climate and location has allowed the gardeners here throughout history to grow plants not frequently Chelsea Flower Show found outside in the UK, including the UK’s largest fruiting olive tree. Many top garden celebrities are brought to the Physic Garden to be interviewed for TV, away from the hurly-burly of the Chelsea Flower Show itself. After your visit, check into our hotel for dinner and our overnight stay. Saturday After breakfast, depart for a day at the Chelsea Flower Show. Leave late afternoon for the journey home.

Saturday We travel to London for some free time before checking into our hotel mid-afternoon. In the evening we will take you to The Royal Albert Hall for a performance of the Massed Bands of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines - The Mountbatten Festival of Music. The festival sees the Royal Marines showcase their incredible musicianship and pageantry and features a wide range of musical styles, including music from the big screen and superb solo items, as well as the traditional marches and overtures that have proved such a hit with audiences over the years. Sunday After breakfast we head to the historical town of Windsor, where you will have time to visit Windsor Castle or wander around the shops and enjoy some lunch in one of the many restaurants. We return home during the early evening.

✓ Look What’s Included

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 nights half board ✓ Entrance to Chelsea Physic Garden with Guided Tour ✓ Entrance to RHS Chelsea ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Your Holiday Hotel

The Tower Hotel enjoys fantastic views of Tower Bridge and surrounding landmarks and is perfectly positioned for visiting them all. During the warmer summer months, the bar and brasserie restaurant provide the perfect outdoor settings to enjoy these fabulous views, whilst the floor-to-ceiling windows in the brasserie ensure that none of the outside magic is lost during the colder months. With bedrooms designed to reflect the individual architecture, styles and character of their historic surrounding, every room at the hotel offers great comfort and facilities.

Sat 6 - Sun 7 March 2021

1 Night

Your Holiday Hotel

The Holiday Inn Kensington High Street

The 4 star Holiday Inn Kensington is situated just moments from Kensington High Street. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV, direct dial telephone and free WiFi. The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and gym. There is a lift to all floors.

£225

Departs 8.00am Returns 6.30pm Fri 21 - Sat 22 May 2021

Supplements Single Room: £63 | Holiday Insurance: £17

Departs 8.00am Returns 8.00pm

This departure includes the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller ’ Coach supplement.

Supplements Single Room: £53 | Holiday Insurance: £17

A deposit of just £50 secures your booking!

1 Night

£295

ENGLAND - LONDON

The Tower Hotel Central London

HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW

SECRET SITES EXPERIENCE Bletchley Park & Blenheim Palace

& Windsor Castle

NEW TOUR

1 Night From: £215 Hampton Court Flower Show

Blenheim Palace

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Entrance to Windsor Castle ✓ 1 Day entrance ticket to the Hampton Court Flower Show ✘ Not included: All lunches

ENGLAND - LONDON & THE HOME COUNTIES

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday Today we head for Windsor, this Royal town has always been a popular choice. We have included entrance to the magnificent Castle and the remainder of your time can be spent browsing the shops, or why not head to the River and enjoy a lovely sail. Later, we continue to our hotel for dinner and our Windsor Castle overnight stay. Sunday Today we visit Hampton Court Flower Show, where we join the thousands of gardening fans looking to enjoy the abundance of floral delights. There will be water gardens, conceptual gardens, contemporary and traditional gardens to suit all tastes. Hundreds of the UK’s best nurseries will fill the floral marquees. There are hundreds of opportunities to buy gifts, floral art, floristry and fruit & vegetables will also be a major part of the show, all in all it makes a glorious day out.

Your Holiday Hotel

Departs 9.00am Returns 8.00pm Supplements Single Room: £31 | Holiday Insurance: £18

Sunday Departing Henley we visit Bletchley Park. Once Britain’s best kept secret, today Bletchley Park is a unique heritage site and vibrant tourist attraction. Explore, experience and enjoy the topsecret world of iconic WW2 codebreaking huts and blocks set within its atmospheric Victorian estate. We continue via Aylesbury to our hotel for dinner. Tonight enjoy private dining with our After Dinner Speaker. The talk includes thrilling stories of refugees, evacuees and life on the home front living with industrial espionage and rationing. All this is accompanied by photos, letters and diaries from the centre’s archive collection. After the talk you will be able to ask questions. Monday Departing our hotel, we continue our WW2 theme today with an included visit to the birthplace of Winston Churchill – Blenheim Palace. Explore the Palace, a masterpiece of baroque architecture with a permanent Churchill exhibition, before strolling through the intricate formal gardens with water terraces and a secret garden. Returning home during the afternoon.

Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel Watlington, Oxon

This modern hotel is just a short distance away from London Heathrow Airport. It offers some great facilities, including a fitness centre, a good-sized indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, sauna and steam room — perfect for chilling out. For dining, you really are spoilt for choice with the stylish Orwell’s Brasserie, the celebrated Eriki Restaurant or ‘Dr. O’Driscoll’s’ – a great place to go for traditional bar food. The sound proof rooms will ensure you of a great night’s sleep. Rooms feature either a double or twin beds, and accommodate you in modern comfort. All rooms have free WiFi, tea & coffee making facilities.

1 Night

Holiday Itinerary

Your Holiday Hotel

Crowne Plaza London Heathrow, West Drayton

Sat 10 - Sun 11 July 2021

Enjoy a superb weekend away as ✓ Look What’s Included you visit the secret intelligence ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyheadquarters at Bletchley Park , in-Arden ✓ Our own courier service home to the intriguing Enigma ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Private Dining Machine, and the magnificent with our ‘Secret Sites’ After Dinner Palace at Blenheim. Learn about Speaker ✓ Entrance to Bletchley Park clandestine operations and tales & Blenheim Palace ✘ Not included: of deception as they are brought All lunches to life and spend time exploring Churchill’s birthplace. After enjoying a three course dinner sit back and listen to an entertaining and informative talk given by our expert from Buckinghamshire Archives. Our expert tells the story of what was going on at the different secret sites (like Whaddon Chase, Latimer House, Bletchley Park , Churchill’s Toyshop) and what life was like for civilians living locally at the time. Our Secret Sites experience is an informative and entertaining night.

The RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the world’s biggest annual flower show. Marvel at the beautiful flowers in the rose marquee and the innovative conceptual gardens showcasing the next big names in garden design. Watch demonstrations by celebrity gardeners around the showgrounds and get the latest gardening tips.

1 Night From: £189

£215

Refurbished to an exceptional standard, Mercure Thame Lambert Hotel is an original coaching inn just 15 minutes from Oxford and just under 4 miles to Watlington at the foot of the Chiltern Hills - an area of outstanding natural beauty. The hotel offers 44 bedrooms with 9 traditional yet stylish bedrooms located in the Inn with a further 35 spacious rooms in the Courtyard. All accommodation is contemporary in decor with solid wood furniture and calming muted colour schemes. Restaurant & Bar facilities.

Sun 9 - Mon 10 May 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.00am Returns 6.00pm Supplements Single Room: £15 | Holiday Insurance: £17

Request our Holiday, Day Excursion and Express Excursion Brochures too!

£189

COMETS & CONTRAILS NEW TOUR

ELY & NORWICH

2 Nights From: £309 Norwich

Holiday Itinerary

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 2 nights half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✓ Entrance to Shuttleworth Collection & Swiss Garden ✓ Entrances to the De Haviland Museum & Hatfield House ✓ Afternoon Cream Tea ✓ Entrance to RAF Museum Hendon ✘ Not included: All lunches

Friday Departing Henley we visit the Shuttleworth Collection near Biggleswade which houses aircraft dating back to the 1900’s, cars from 1930’s -1940’s, motorcycles and penny farthings. The collection has been open to the public since 1963 and various other aircraft and vehicles have been added over the years. Our entrance also includes the Swiss Garden, where you can enjoy the peaceful and tranquil space with 13 listed structures, a woodland walk and sculpture trail. From here we continue to our Hotel for our 2-night stay. Saturday After breakfast, we head to the De Haviland Aircraft Museum, Britain’s oldest aviation museum. Enjoy a guided tour, learning about its history and getting up close to its planes and frames, including the Comet 1a, a forerunner of today’s jetliners. Tea/coffee and light refreshments are included. In the afternoon, we journey a short distance to the magnificent Hatfield House where we a treated to a guided house tour and afternoon cream tea. This fine Jacobean House has a spectacular countryside setting with beautiful formal gardens as well as parkland to roam, whilst inside, there are galleries and rooms to wander through and wonder at - it’s a real treasure trove to behold. Sunday After breakfast we set our sights on the RAF Museum Hendon which documents the first 100 years of the RAF in three innovative galleries. After time for lunch, we make our way home.

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On this Great Little Break to East Cambridgeshire and Norfolk , we can discover two of the regions great centres. Nestled in the Fen countryside, is the small city of Ely, full of charm and home to one of the most beautiful cathedrals in England. Meanwhile, Norwich is akin to the old cities of Belgium, France and Germany. It has more medieval churches – 32 – than anywhere north of the Alps and the largest intact medieval street pattern in Europe.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Travelling east, we visit Ely. The Cathedral here is a top tourist attraction and it is easy to see why. Look in awe and wonder at this 12th century building. Other popular attractions you may wish to visit include the Stained Glass Ely Cathedral Museum in the South Triforium of Ely Cathedral, Oliver Cromwell’s House and Ely Museum. We continue in the afternoon to our hotel in Norwich, arriving in time for dinner and our overnight stay. Monday After breakfast we drive into Norwich. The city’s character is spread around steep little alleyways and old cobbled streets. The most popular place to visit is the Norwich Lanes, located between the Market Place and the River Wensum. Explore cobbled ‘Elm Hill’, with its half-timbered Tudor houses and antique shops. We leave Norwich mid-afternoon, returning home during the evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

The Comet Hotel Hatfield

The Best Western Oaklands Hotel, Norwich

Situated within walking distance of the Galleria shopping mall and cinema complex The Comet Hotel offers a good base for your tour. Not only do they have somewhere to walk to, but the hotel also offers a lounge and a welcoming bar area, to meet up and enjoy making new friends. All 128 bedrooms are well decorated and have hairdryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel bedrooms are located in a separate modern building approx. 25 metres from the hotel entrance. Within this building there is a lift and ground floor rooms available. Fri 18 - Sun 20 June 2021

2 Nights

Departs 8.30am Returns 5.30pm Supplements Single Room: £47 | Holiday Insurance: £21

£309

Situated on the outskirts of Norwich City Centre, the Oaklands Hotel provides a unique and relaxed atmosphere. Sophisticated interiors, a variety of bedrooms, great public spaces, beautiful grounds overlooking the Yare River Valley all combine to offer the perfect backdrop for a relaxing leisure break. Carvery Restaurant, Lounge & Bar. Please note there is no lift facility in the hotel, all rooms are accessible via stairs onto the first & second floors, which excludes some ground floor luxury lodges.

Sun 16 - Mon 17 May 2021 Departs 9.00am Returns 7.30pm Supplements Single Room: Nil | Holiday Insurance: £17

We include a No Surcharge Guarantee on all Great Breaks

1 Night

£159

ENGLAND - HOME & EASTERN COUNTIES

Step on board this amazing new itinerary which is perfect for all aviation enthusiasts. We not only stay at the historic Comet Hotel, but we also have the chance to visit Britain’s premier RAF and aircraft museums as well as Hatfield House.

RAF Museum Hendon

1 Night From: £159

THE BUXTON MILITARY TATTOO & The National Memorial Arboretum

NEW TOUR

1 Night From: £185 Buxton Military Tattoo

Bursting with exquisite ✓ Look What’s Included architecture and known the ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyworld over for punting and the in-Arden ✓ Our own courier service historic university, Cambridge is ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board one of East Anglia’s top visitor ✘ Not included: All lunches destinations. No visit would be complete without seeing the famous colleges and enjoying a punting tour, and there’s plenty of other wonderful attractions such as the Botanic Gardens plus world-class museums and galleries. The city’s food, drink , music and arts scene is also thriving making it a great Cambridge destination for a short break . Come along and immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of this delightful city and discover its countless charms.

Returning for its twelfth year, the Buxton Military Tattoo will once again be bringing some of the United Kingdom’s finest bands for a spectacular performance inside the Devonshire Dome. Loved by families, residents and visitors alike, the Tattoo raises thousands of pounds for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity.

ENGLAND - EASTERN & CENTRAL COUNTIES

1 Night From: £179

Cambridge

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel to Cambridge, one of the most attractive cities in the UK nestled on the on the picturesque River Cam. Arriving during the early afternoon, the remainder if the day is at leisure to unwind, explore the stunning architecture and experience the energetic atmosphere in this lovely city. This evening enjoy a meal in one of the many excellent city centre restaurants with a great selection of cuisines to suit all tastes within walking distance of our hotel. Monday Further free time to discover the sights. The renowned University and its colleges dominate the city centre, and there is an abundance of magnificent historical architecture with the crowning glory being the famous King’s College Chapel. There are a number of museums to explore including the Scott Polar Museum and the Museum of Zoology, and for shopping there is an abundance of independent shops and high street brands. We depart midafternoon and commence our homeward journey.

CAMBRIDGE CITY BREAK

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Outlined itinerary including tickets for the Buxton Military Tattoo ✓ Free entrance to the National Memorial Arboretum ✘ Not included: All lunches, Road Train at the National Memorial Arboretum - Small charge payable on the day to the NMA, as required.

Holiday Itinerary

Saturday We drive direct to Buxton, where after free time for lunch, we take our seats for the 2.00pm performance of the Military Tattoo. The venue is the Devonshire Dome. A magnificent 18th Century stable block originally built by the 5th Duke of Devonshire Buxton to house visitor’s horses and servants, and it offers a breathtaking setting for the Buxton Military Tattoo. This magnificent building gives an audience the opportunity to experience the powerful spectacle of The Buxton Military Tattoo, closer to the action and the bands than at any other Tattoo in the country, and as a bonus ......... protected from the vagaries of the British weather!! After the performance, we continue to Derby in time for dinner and our overnight stay. Sunday After breakfast we visit the magnificent National Memorial Arboretum, which comprises 150 acres of trees and over 150 memorials of national significance; you can cover as much or as little of the site as you wish. The Arboretum is the home of the Armed Forces Memorial, which is a striking and emotive memorial, that gives recognition and thanks for those who have died whilst on duty or as a result of terrorist action since the Second World War and acknowledges the enduring sacrifice of those who mourn their loss. We return home during the late afternoon.

Your Holiday Hotel

Hilton Hotel Cambridge City Centre

Your Holiday Hotel

Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights

This modern hotel is conveniently located in Cambridge city centre with many attractions within walking distance. All bedrooms feature air-conditioning, television, wifi, iron / ironing board, safe, hairdryer and tea / coffee making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant, bar, lounge area and fitness room. Lift to all floors.

Sun 6 - Sat 7 June 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.00am Returns 6.00pm Supplements Single Room: £65 | Holiday Insurance: £18

£185

Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights is a luxurious 4-star hotel set in a prime location in the centre of Derby. Dining facilities include a restaurant, lounge/bar and lift to all floors.

Sat 3 - Sun 4 July 2021 Departs 9.00am Returns 5.30pm Supplements Single Room: £24 | Holiday Insurance: £18

A deposit of just £50 secures your booking!

1 Night

£179

LIVERPOOL & SOUTHPORT

Chester

Enjoy the best of both town and country as we explore historic Chester and the breathtaking Peak district. Walk the city walls, wander the ancient Cathedral, sample the fantastic shopping on offer or grab a bite in one of the unique eateries before travelling to the delightful land of rolling hills, leafy forests and shimmering streams.

1 Night From: £145

Liverpool

The welcoming city of Liverpool with its unique attractions and connections to The Beatles is always a favourite journey with us as we enjoy all that this top destination has to offer along with discovering the timeless resort of Southport with its traditional seaside charm and classic buildings.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We visit Chester where we discover a small city with a big history! Explore the medieval city with its 900-year-old Cathedral, Roman walls and half-timbered houses - Chester is a historical gem. Wander through its cobbled street that take you to the famous Peak District ‘Rows’ in the centre of town, a collection of shopping arcades in traditional style. Its bewitching beauty and unique atmosphere make Chester a popular place for all. Monday Departing after breakfast for an excursion to the Peak District - From rugged moorland to rolling dales, it’s easy to see why the Peak District was Britain’s first National Park. We wend our way through the pretty towns of Buxton and Bakewell, where you will have the chance to sample some of the famous pudding at the Old Bakewell Pudding Shop! You’re never far from first class attractions, tempting treats or breathtaking beauty.

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Sunday We drive to Liverpool, a city famous for its two Cathedrals; Liverpool’s excellent shopping now includes the newly opened Liverpool One retail complex which is conveniently situated in the very heart of the city centre whilst the historic waterfront is a unique feature which offers five world class attractions - The Albert Dock, Southport Famous Mersey Ferries, The Tate Gallery Liverpool, The Beatles Story and the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Tonight, we enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the Mercure Atlantic Tower Hotel. Monday After breakfast we follow the Sefton Coastline to the charming Victorian resort of Southport. Renowned for its beautiful coastline, lovely parks and gardens, the marine lake, golden sands and Britain’s second longest pier. Tree-lined Lord Street with its Victorian Arcades is one of the country’s finest shopping boulevards, flanked by shops on one side and gardens and fountains on the other, which form the heart of this unspoiled, traditional seaside town. Departing Southport mid-afternoon, we arrive home during the evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

Best Western Forest Hill Frodsham, Cheshire

Mercure Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool

Stunning panoramic views across the Cheshire plains and the Mersey Estuary await all who visit the Forest Hill Hotel and will lie long in the memory after you leave! Set amidst beautiful Cheshire countryside, this is the perfect base for us to explore the surrounding areas. All rooms are modern and comfortable and offer tea making facilities, safe, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Hotel facilities include a swimming pool and gymnasium. There is no lift, but some ground floor rooms. Sun 16 - Mon 17 May 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.00am Returns 6.30pm Supplements Single Room: £15 | Holiday Insurance: £17

£142

Sun 2 - Mon 3 May 2021 Departs 8.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £20 | Holiday Insurance: £17

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1 Night

£145

ENGLAND - NORTH WEST

1 Night From: £142

CHESTER & THE PEAK DISTRICT

LINCOLNSHIRE’S ‘BOMBER COUNTRY’

KESWICK & THE LAKE DISTRICT

NEW TOUR

1 Night From: £175 Lincoln

Derwentwater

Join us on this tour to the relatively undiscovered county of Lincolnshire - A region packed full of aviation history, as well as witnessing great moments from medieval times to the present day. We will enjoy a fascinating Dambusters Tour as well as visiting the charming city of Lincoln.

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✓ Entrance to the Lincolnshire Aviation Centre ✘ Not included: All lunches

ENGLAND - LINCOLNSHIRE & THE NORTH WEST

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Enjoy a leisurely drive into Lincolnshire’s ‘Bomber Country’- this beautiful area is stacked with aviation history. We include entrance to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, where we can experience the Sights, Sounds, Smells and Atmosphere of a bomber Lincolnshire Aviation Centre airfield - the only place in the country to see a Lancaster Bomber on an original wartime airfield. We continue through Woodhall Spa, to see the ‘Dambuster’s 617 Squadron Memorial, before arriving at our hotel in time for dinner. Monday We drive to historic Lincoln – Free time to explore the old town with its labyrinth of little alleyways and interesting shops. See the stunning Cathedral and Castle or take a walk down ‘Steep Hill’ to the Riverside and shopping centre. We return home during midafternoon.

1 Night From: £159

The breathtaking scenery of the Lake District exerts a special fascination, with its beautiful combination of rugged crags and tranquil lakes. Our break will be centred on the busy Lakeland resort and old market town of Keswick . Situated between the huge bulk of Skiddaw and the gentle beauty of Derwentwater, Keswick has become the major centre for tourism in the north lakes. This pretty market town offers a wide range of attractions for visitors, from shops and restaurants to museums with a difference, and boating trips around Derwentwater.

Holiday Itinerary

Keswick

Sunday Departing Henley we travel north directly to Keswick, making a convenient stop for coffee en-route. Arriving around noon we are free to explore and enjoy the atmosphere of this pretty market town. Take a stroll to the shore of tranquil Derwentwater for stunning lakeside views, or possibly visit the Keswick Museum & Art Gallery. Tonight, we enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at the popular Skiddaw Hotel. Monday After breakfast we join the coach for a full day’s excursion through the Lake District. We enjoy a scenic drive via Grasmere to Bowness for lunch and perhaps enjoy a leisurely Lake Windermere cruise. Departing Windermere mid-afternoon, we arrive home during the evening.

Your Holiday Hotel

The Skiddaw Hotel Keswick

The Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa, Lincoln Our hotel is located on the outskirts of Lincoln just 15 minutes from the city centre, with comfortable rooms and excellent leisure facilities on offer. Restaurant & lounge/bar. Leisure Club includes jacuzzi, sauna & steam room and heated indoor pool.

Sun 25 - Mon 26 April 2021

1 Night

Departs 8.30am Returns 6.00pm Supplements Single Room: £10 | Holiday Insurance: £17

£175

This popular hotel enjoys an excellent location in the market square of the lovely town of Keswick. Cocktail bar and conservatory, stylish restaurant and pleasant lounge. Lift to all floors.

Sun 25 - Mon 26 April 2021

1 Night

£159

Sun 27 - Mon 28 June 2021

1 Night

£162

Departs 7.30am Returns 8.30pm Supplements Single Room: Nil | Holiday Insurance: £17 (Apr) £18 (Jun)

For friendly advice and reservations call us on 01564 797000

CARDIFF CITY BREAK

1 Night From: £149 Harrogate

Harrogate evolved as one of the country’s premier spa towns following the discovery of medicinal waters, and the grandeur of yesteryear still remains amid the beautifully preserved buildings, and famous parks and gardens. With its close proximity to the magnificent city of York and the beautiful rolling Yorkshire countryside; this 2-day tour has all the ingredients for a truly memorable holiday.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We drive to Harrogate, one of Yorkshire’s most elegant York destinations. With free time to discover its handsome historic buildings and verdant gardens, why not indulge in an antiques hunt or visit the luxurious Turkish baths. Enjoy afternoon tea at the famous Betty’s tearoom and then enjoy a stroll through the floral Valley Gardens... The day is yours to enjoy! Monday A full day excursion to the historic City of York. Within this beautiful city over 2000 years of history are packed into its compact space. York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, welcomes over 2 million visitors a year, to walk under its gothic archway & admire the dizzyingly high ceilings, 128 striking stainedglass windows, or to climb Central Tower for the awe-inspiring views over the city. Visit some of the many famous museums within the city’s wall including the Jorvik Viking Centre or the National Railway Museum. Stroll through the Shambles, with is vast array of craft & gift shops, restaurants, clothing and sweet shops before making yourself at home in one of the charming tea rooms...... York is just a great place to be! Your Holiday Hotel

The Doubletree by Hilton Majestic Hotel & Spa, Harrogate Located in the centre of Harrogate, it is set in 8 acres of beautiful grounds. Restaurant, lounge/bar. Leisure facilities include a health club, indoor swimming pool. The locality around the hotel is generally level with very few steps. There is a slight incline when walking into the town centre. This hotel has a lift to all floors

Sun 18 - Mon 19 April 2021

1 Night

£149

Sun 20 - Mon 21 June 2021

1 Night

£152

Departs 8.00am Returns 8.00pm Supplements Single Room: £30 | Holiday Insurance: £17 (Apr) £18 (Jun)

1 Night From: £149

Cardiff

The vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of Wales has an abundance of attractions, culture and leisure facilities including its fairy-tale castle and the famous Millennium Stadium, plus acres of lush parkland and firstclass shopping opportunities. The attractive Cardiff Bay waterfront area with its old wharfs, new piers and glass fronted restaurants, is home to the impressive Welsh Assembly buildings and the iconic Welsh Millennium Centre. Located on the outskirts of the city is the fascinating St Fagan’s Natural History Museum, one of Europe’s leading open-air museums with exhibits from Celtic times to the present day.

St Fagan’s Natural History Museum

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey south west to the fascinating St Fagan’s Natural History Museum (Free Entry). Located on the outskirts of the city, it is one of Europe’s leading open-air museums with exhibits from Celtic times to the present day and tells the story of how Welsh people lived through the ages. In the afternoon we continue to our hotel for our overnight stay. Monday A morning at leisure for shopping or to explore the city centre. You might like to visit the castle with its Norman Mote and tower, and the fine 19th Century state apartments. In the afternoon we visit the attractive Cardiff Bay waterfront area with its old wharfs, new piers and glass fronted restaurants. Here you will be free to discover the impressive Welsh Assembly buildings, the iconic Welsh Millennium Centre and the pretty Norwegian Church Art Centre before returning home late afternoon. Your Holiday Hotel

The Angel Hotel Cardiff Enjoying a prime location in the heart of Cardiff, close to Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium. Restaurant, Bar, Lounge/ reception area. Mobility Grade: 4 – The streets around the hotel are level. 9 steps up to the hotel but wheelchair access available. Level access throughout the hotel with a lift to all floors. Sun 6 - Mon 7 June 2021 Departs 9.00am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £26 | Holiday Insurance: £18

We include our own helpful & attentive couriers on all our Great Breaks

1 Night

£149

YORKSHIRE & WALES

HARROGATE & YORK

THE HEART OF WALES

PICTURESQUE LLANGOLLEN

NEW TOUR

1 Night From: £155

Elan Valley

1 Night From: £189 Llangollen

Mid Wales is rich in the purest of natural resources, many of which have shaped the livelihoods of the local people for centuries. The area is steeped in heritage, culture and stunning scenery. The prosperity of Llandrindod Wells grew from its days as a popular Victorian Spa and in Rock Park the pump room has been restored so that visitors can once again “ take the waters”. The town is situated seven hundred feet above sea level and surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in Wales and it is one of Britain’s special hidden treasures.

Holiday Itinerary

✓ Look What’s Included ✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✓ Guided Ranger tour of the Elan Valley ✘ Not included: All lunches

Located on the banks of the River Dee and surrounded by rolling Welsh hills, Llangollen is a picturesque little town that’s brimming with things to do. Dating back to the 7th century, the vibrant town is part of an eleven mile stretch of canal which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the town you will find plenty of quirky boutiques and independent shops, plus stunning waterside walks and exquisite surrounding countryside.

Elan Valley

Your Holiday Hotel

Sunday Departing during the morning we travel outward via the British Ironwork Centre at Oswestry before arriving British Ironwork Centre at our hotel in the Vale of Llangollen during the afternoon. This small town also has a wealth of independent shops to browse and interesting places to visit. Once home to Welsh princes and influential abbots, this historic “Gateway to Wales” makes the most of its riverside setting in the narrowest stretch of the Dee Valley. Trains, boats, festivals and more make Llangollen a delight to visit at any time. Monday After breakfast we enjoy a scenic drive over the spectacular Horseshoe Pass before returning for a 2-hour peaceful cruise through the stunning Dee Valley. Our journey takes us over the famous and thrilling Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford in 1805 and unsurpassed to this day in its simplicity and engineering achievement. An afternoon Cream Tea is included, before we head for home during the late afternoon. Your Holiday Hotel

The Metropole Hotel Llandrindod Wells

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Built in 1896 the Metropole was originally the largest hotel in Wales and its central location makes it the ideal hotel from which to discover mid-Wales and the Brecon Beacons. In keeping with the standards you would expect of a 4 star hotel the Metropole incorporates traditional spacious lounges, contemporary bars and restaurant, lift and fabulous spa with an 18 metre swimming pool, thermal suites, Jacuzzi and gym. The resort and hotel are level. Hotel has isolated steps and a lift serving most floors.

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henleyin-Arden ✓ Our own courier service ✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach ✓ 1 night half board ✓ Outlined excursions ✓ 2-Hr Canal Cruise including a cream tea ✘ Not included: All lunches

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We travel westwards pausing in the historic town of Ludlow, with its lovely 11th century Ludlow Castle situated on a cliff above the River Teme, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of south Shropshire and the Welsh Marches. From here we continue to Llandrindod Wells, arriving in the afternoon for dinner and our overnight stay. Monday A morning at leisure in Llandrindod Wells before visiting the famous Elan Valley to view the amazing Victorian dams which form five magnificent man-made lakes and a 73 square mile wildlife park. We make a short stop at the Visitor Centre to view the exhibition before commencing a scenic circular drive accompanied by a Ranger guide.

Sun 20 - Mon 21 June 2021

1 Night

Departs 9.30am Returns 7.00pm Supplements Single Room: £10 | Holiday Insurance: £18

✓ Look What’s Included

£155

The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa Llangollen - Best Western Signature

The refurbished Wild Pheasant Hotel enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by gently rolling hills in the Vale of Llangollen. Attractive original features of the 19th-century building have been retained, combined with contemporary chic. The hotel offers a 46 guest rooms, a brasserie and lounge bar plus extensive spa facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, steam room and sauna (spa treatments available at extra cost). Sun 27 - Mon 28 June 2021 Departs 9.00am Returns 7.30pm Supplements Single Room: £30 | Holiday Insurance: £18

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✓ To book your GREAT BREAK please call our ✓ friendly reservations team or book online Club Class ✓ Travel in comfort – All coaches used on our GREAT BREAKS will be from our top-class touring fleet, equipped with CLUB CLASS, extra legroom seating or one of our new LUXURY TRAVELLER VEHICLES. Our Holiday Planner on Page 3 indicates where our Luxury Traveller coaches have been allocated. ✓ No smoking – Enjoy a great atmosphere! Please remember that we operate a no smoking or vaping policy on all coaches. ✓ One boarding point with free parking – For a quick start to the beginning and end of your break, there is just one boarding point, here at our premises at Liveridge Hill. Our car park is safe, secure and well-lit and you can park here for the duration of the break, free of charge. ✓ Choose your seat – Choose where you want to sit on the coach and we will confirm this when you book your break. D

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Our 49 Seat Scania Finesse Club Class

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Our 43 Seat Luxury Traveller

Enquiries – just contact our office at Liveridge Hill, Henley-in-Arden (on the Birmingham Road, A3400 north of Henley) or an appointed Travel Agent. Great Breaks Booking – For a provisional booking, a simple telephone call is all that is needed. We will hold places for you without obligation for 7 days. (Please note; provisional bookings will be cancelled automatically if payment is not received within 7 days). Confirmation of Booking – In order to confirm your booking we require a £50 per person Deposit within 7 days. Once received we will send you your Great Breaks confirmation, the number and location of seats booked and confirmed departure time. Your final balance will be due 8 weeks prior to departure. Methods of Payment – All normal methods of payment, including cash, cheque, by debit and credit card, by bank transfer and by telephone or by post are acceptable. PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO: ‘Johnsons (Henley) Limited’. Cancellation by the Company – Should circumstances arise where, due to less than 20 bookings, we are forced to cancel a Great Break holiday all monies paid by all passengers for that particular excursion will be refunded and following that the Company shall be exempt from any further liability. Cancellation by the Passenger – You may cancel your Great Break holiday at any time and provided that we receive notice of cancellation within 56 days (8 weeks) of the departure date, then we will refund you the value of the break, less a £20 cancellation charge and the value of your travel insurance premium. No refunds can be given for cancellations made less than 56 days prior to departure. You may be able to claim back the cost of your Great Break (less the insurance premium and the insurance excess charge) through your travel insurance which can be purchased at the time of booking. For all other terms and conditions please refer to the Trading Charter. Travel Insurance – is available on all of our Great Breaks. Prices commence from just £17.00 per person Inclusions – The ‘Look What’s Included’ section on each page highlights those entrances/admissions that are included within your Great Break price. All other admissions and lunches are not included. Hotels - Porterage is generally provided in most hotels. Dinners in some hotels are served on a carvery basis, please ask for details. Alterations – The company reserves the right to alter or cancel any of the Great Breaks listed in this brochure, and to alter the size and specification of the vehicle used. If you Change Your Booking - If, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notification must be received in writing at our offices from the person who signed the booking form. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations may not be able to be made within 6 weeks of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the ticket cost.

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