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Old Hunstanton NEW TOUR
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Sun 2 - Thu 6 October 2022 4 Nights £699
The elegant resort of Hunstanton is the ideal base to enjoy Norfolk’s superb coastline. Hunstanton is renowned for its unique striped cliffs and magnificent sunsets, made special by its position as the only west-facing resort on the East coast. The seaside town retains its Victorian charm and character to this day.
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Sunday Travelling east we make a stop for lunch in Peterborough, then to our hotel in Old Hunstanton for our 4-night stay. Monday Today we commence with a visit to Norfolk Lavender. Founded in 1932, Norfolk Lavender is England’s premier lavender farm, renowned worldwide and has nearly 100 acres of lavender under cultivation. Set in beautiful tranquil gardens a visit to Norfolk Lavender is a must for all visitors to the West Coast of Norfolk. From here we continue to Royal Sandringham – Set in 24-hectares of stunning gardens and woodland, the Sandringham Estate is the much-l0ved country retreat of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our entrance includes the house, with a multi-media tour, the magnificent gardens and transport museum. Tuesday In the morning we visit the charming seaside resort of Wells-nextthe-Sea one of the loveliest towns on the North Norfolk Coast, with a rich fishing history. From here we continue to Walsingham. One of the most extraordinary villages in the British Isles, Walsingham is steeped in history with its collection of rare half-timbered medieval buildings and considered a holy pilgrimage place for more than 1,000 years. |In the afternoon we return to Hunstanton for free time. Wednesday This morning our destination is Felbrigg Hall (NT) one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia. Truly a hidden gem, the Hall is a place of surprises and delights, a mixture of opulence and homeliness where each room has something to feed the imagination. Outside, the decorative and productive walled garden is a gardener’s delight, providing fruit and vegetables for the restaurant, flowers for the hall and inspiration. Thursday Homeward Bound.
྆Door to Door Service྆Our own courier service྆Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom྆Fully reclining seats with calf supports ྆Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks྆Free WiFi and USB charging points ྆Complimentary gift bag྆4 nights half board྆Welcome drinks reception྆Cream Tea྆Norfolk Lavender & the Royal Sandringham Estate྆Felbrigg Hall (NT). Not included: All lunches.
The Le Strange Arms
The Le Strange Arms Hotel sits quietly in the North Norfolk village of Old Hunstanton and enjoys an unrivalled seashore setting, with lawns sweeping down to the dunes and sandy beach. It is the perfect hotel in Norfolk for a relaxing seaside break. Bursting with character, the hotel is also well situated for exploring the local area and the beautiful North Norfolk coastline. Restaurant & Bar Mobility Grade: 3. Generally level with isolated steps throughout. The hotel has a lift.
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Single Room: Nil (Within Allocation) | Holiday Insurance: £31 This departure includes the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller’ Coach supplement Discounts available for (NT) National Trust Members (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour) Lincoln
Sun 17 - Thu 21 April 2022 (EASTER) 4 Nights £495
Sun 25 - Thu 29 September 2022 4 Nights £549
If you enjoy meeting likeminded people in a friendly, Look What’s Included: relaxed atmosphere, then ྆Door to door service྆Our these singles holiday are own courier service྆Club just for you! There are few strangers on a Door-to-Door singles holiday, just friends you are yet to meet! This Class Extra Legroom Coach or Luxury Traveller coach with ‘First Class’ seating྆Tea & Biscuits on arrival ྆4 nights half board ྆Welcome Drinks Reception special break includes fabulous on the 1st night྆Guided tour of sightseeing excursions and Lincoln྆Entrance to Burghley a welcome drinks reception. House྆Entrance to Belton House Great fun, great company (NT). Not included: All lunches. and great value – the perfect holiday whether you are a seasoned traveller, or it is the first time you have ventured away on your own. Your Holiday Itinerary
Sunday We head to the market town of Melton Mowbray, home of the famous pork pie. Here, take time to wander around the town centre and maybe pop into “Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe” to watch a pie making demonstration and sample some of the goods. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants for lunch before continuing to our hotel for our 4-night stay. Monday We drive to the historic City of Lincoln with its magnificent Cathedral, and next to it the Norman Castle. First, we meet our guide for a familiarisation tour of the city on the coach, and later in the day we enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral. The old town is a labyrinth of little alleyways and interesting shops to explore - there are plenty of tea rooms to keep you going. Tuesday This morning we call at the beautiful town of Stamford, packed full of art and craft shops, in time for lunch, and afterwards you have chance to discover the town. This afternoon we visit Burghley House, a 13,000-acre working Lincolnshire estate on the outskirts of Stamford. Built between 1555 and 1587 the awesome house is a Tudor House with 18 state rooms, beautiful gardens, orangery restaurant, shop and café. Wednesday Our day begins with a drive to Spalding. Here we visit Springfields Garden Centre with time to explore and time for lunch. In the afternoon, we continue to Belton House (NT), near Grantham. The perfect English country house, set in its own deer park, Belton was built in the 17th century and offers delightful gardens, orangery and lakeside walk. The house featured in BBC’s TV adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, starring Colin Firth. Thursday Departing our hotel after breakfast we commence our journey homeward, returning during the early afternoon.
The Olde Barn Hotel
Set in luscious Lincolnshire countryside this award-winning hotel successfully combines rustic charm with modern amenities. Restaurant, bar, lounge. Spa/Wellness centre including Jacuzzi, whirlpool & gymnasium. Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality: Generally level. Hotel: Generally level with occasional steps to public areas. Bedrooms are on 3 floors all served by a lift. Supplements
Single Room: £80 | Holiday Insurance: £29.50 (Apr) £31 (Sep) This departure includes the £5 per person per day ‘Luxury Traveller’ Coach supplement. Discounts available for (NT) National Trust Members (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)
Lancaster Bomber
Sun 7 - Thu 11 August 2022 4 Nights £705
Stay at the home of the Dambusters - the Petwood Hotel. Set in the charming village of Woodhall Spa in the heart of Lincolnshire, the hotel features original oak panelling, a beautifully carved oak staircase, 30 acres of stunning grounds including gardens designed by the eminent landscape architect Harold Peto which, following their restoration, are now Grade II listed, but it is as the Officers’ Mess of the legendary RAF 617 ‘Dambusters’ Squadron in WWII, that the Petwood is best known and the Squadron Bar is steeped in history and hosts a range of memorabilia and tributes. The hotel is the perfect base to explore ‘Bomber County’ heritage, historic towns and villages and the historic city of Lincoln.
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Sunday En-route to our hotel we visit the National Civil War Centre in Newark – the only museum in the UK dedicated to telling the complete story of the 17th century British Civil Wars – explore fabulous galleries that take you on a journey through this amazing period of our history. From here we continue to our hotel for our 4-night stay. Monday We visit the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre, where you can view the exhibitions and enjoy a guided tour of the hangar where these historic aeroplanes are meticulously maintained. Next, we visit the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, where you can experience the atmosphere of a bomber airfield, complete with its own Lancaster bomber ‘Just Jane’. (Taxi Runs are not included). Tuesday Enjoy an excursion to the heart of the dramatic fenland to a gem of a market town, Boston, which is immersed in history and dominated by its 14th century St Botolph’s Church whose high tower is locally known as ‘The Stump’. Continue to Spalding, famous as the centre of the UK flower industry, with its elegant Georgian terraces and tree-lined river walks and visit the Springfield’s Outlet Shopping Centre and award-winning Festival Gardens. Wednesday Our ‘Aviation Heritage’ theme continues today with a visit to the Bomber Command Centre – a world class facility that serves as a point of recognition and remembrance for Bomber Command. In the afternoon we head to the historic city of Lincoln, whose cathedral towers majestically overlook the city and its many other historic attractions including a Norman castle and charming medieval and Georgian houses. Thursday After breakfast we visit the delightful village of Woodhall Spa with its Dambuster’s connections and its unique Kinema in the Woods before departing homewards. NEW TOUR
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྆Door to Door Service྆Our own courier service྆Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom྆Fully reclining seats with calf supports྆Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks྆Free WiFi and USB charging points྆Complimentary gift bag྆4 nights half board྆Welcome drinks reception྆Cream Tea྆Admissions to the National Civil War Centre in Newark྆Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre & the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre྆Bomber Command Centre Not included: All lunches.
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The Petwood Hotel, Woodall Spa
Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds on the edge of the delightful village of Woodhall Spa, this lovely, characterful and historic 3-star hotel has 53 bedrooms, restaurant, bar & leisure facilities which include croquet on the lawn, a snooker room and beauty treatments. Mobility Grade: 3 – Isolated steps through with lift access to most rooms.
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England - North West HISTORIC CHESHIRE
Arley Hall
Thu 17 - Sun 20 March 2022 3 Nights £469
A superb destination for a wonderful holiday, Cheshire has a wealth of history and attractions for the visitor. Staying in a top quality 4* Hotel, we have included some superb excursion destinations with views of the breathtaking and dramatic scenery of the region.
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Thursday Travelling outward via Whitchurch we visit Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker, a former government-owned, vast and complex underground bunker that remained secret for over 50 years. We explore the site that has been rebuilt to how it was during the cold war. Later we visit the market town of Nantwich, before arriving at our hotel for our 3-night stay. Friday After breakfast relax before our late morning departure for the superb Arley Hall & Gardens. This beautiful Victorian country home is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has some of the finest gardens in the country. We have included entrance to the Hall with a tour and plenty of time to explore the extensive gardens. Arley was recently used in the hugely popular BBC show Peaky Blinders as the country home of the Shelby family. Saturday A memorable day out today as we head to Chester. We will be joined by our tour guide for a guided coach tour of the city including the 1000 year old cathedral, Roman Amphitheatre, the 700 year old Rows galleries shopping street, the River Dee and the most complete city walls in Britain. Plenty of free time after to enjoy this fantastic destination. Sunday Departing after breakfast we travel via Congleton over the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands to the delightful town of Buxton. Free time to explore the stunning Pavillion Gardens, or browse the traditional high street shops, before continuing home via Bakewell, home to the delicious Bakewell Tart!
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྆Door to Door Service྆Our own courier service྆Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom྆Fully reclining seats with calf supports྆Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks྆Free WiFi and USB charging points྆Complimentary gift bag྆3 nights half board྆Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker྆Arley Hall & Gardens྆Guided tour of Chester. Not included: All lunches.
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Crewe Hall Hotel
From the tree lined driveway to the magnificent reception, Crewe Hall is a hugely impressive 17th century Grade I listed building. With high ceilings and wood panelled walls the amazing public areas are decorated from the Jacobean period. Modern architecture has been added offering all the facilities required of today’s luxury hotel. Outside there are extensive grounds and gardens. Leisure facilities include a large indoor swimming pool & spa complex. Restaurant & lounge facilities. Mobility Grading: 3. Locality & Hotel are generally level. Lift access available.
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River Dee in Chester St Anne’s Pier, Lytham St Annes
Fri 30 Sep - Mon 3 Oct 2022 3 Nights £435 Mon 3 - Fri 7 October 2022 4 Nights £579
We discover the waterways of Cheshire with a number of wonderful scenic cruises. This tour offers a gentle way to explore this fascinating region.
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Friday We travel via the British Ironwork Centre and Sculpture Park at Oswestry – a familyowned company, long dedicated to, and passionate about the preservation and creation of quality metal work, in all its forms. We then continue to our hotel for our 3 -night stay. Saturday We make the short journey to Ellesmere Port and the National Waterways Museum. Tea/Coffee and biscuits are served upon our arrival followed by a guided tour of the museum. We then enjoy a 30-minute cruise on the Shropshire Union Canal. Later we continue to Port Sunlight for a guided tour. Port Sunlight is a unique and beautiful 19th century garden village created solely for the Sunlight Soap factory workers. Step inside Port Sunlight Museum and meet the village’s creator, ‘Soap King’ William Hesketh Lever and discover his vision for the village and its residents. Sunday Today we visit historic Chester where we include a tranquil 30-minute cruise along the River Dee with commentary outlining all the interesting facts about Chester’s rich history. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this wonderful walled city. Monday We travel to Anderton for a cruise including the famous boat lift, built in 1875 to provide a 50ft vertical link between the River Weaver and the Trent and Mersey Canal. We return home during the afternoon.
྆Door to Door Service྆Our Own Courier Service྆Club Class Extra Legroom Coach྆3 nights half board྆British Ironwork Centre & Sculpture Park྆The National Waterways Museum with cruise྆Chester & River Dee cruise྆Anderton Boat Lift/ cruise྆Port Sunlight. Not included: All lunches.
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Park Royal Hotel, Stretton
A member of the esteemed ‘Q’ Hotel group, this fantastic hotel is well situated with the Cheshire countryside on its doorstep. The Hotel itself blends a mix of modern facilities with elegant grandeur. Part of the hotel dates from 1831 when it was a vicarage for nearby St Mathews Church. 146 well-appointed rooms, restaurant, bar, lounge, leisure centre with 22m indoor pool, solarium & jacuzzi. Mobility Grade: 5 – Locality & hotel is generally level, with level paved entrance. Lifts to bedrooms on first & second floor. No steps to corridors or public areas on ground floor.
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The resort of Lytham St Look What’s Included: Annes, full of flowers, old ྆Door to Door Service྆Our world charm and small Own Courier Service྆Club friendly shops is surrounded Class Extra Legroom Coach྆4 by gentle rolling countryside nights half board྆Guided Tour and picturesque villages. It of the Illuminations྆Entrance has a Victorian heritage and to Rufford Old Hall (NT). the feel of a gentle bygone Not included: All lunches. age that provides a welcome contrast to the vibrant town of Blackpool. Your Holiday Itinerary
Monday We drive north stopping en-route at Salford Quays, Greater Manchester’s unique waterfront destination. Home to the Imperial War Museum North and The Lowry amongst others the Quays offers a fantastic choice of things to do and see before we continue to our hotel for our 4-night stay. Tuesday Enjoy a jaunt up the coast to Lancashire’s entertainment capital, Blackpool. It is a real contrast to the calmness of our resort, with awardwinning attractions and the world-famous Blackpool Tower and Ballroom. This evening enjoy a Guided Illuminations drive taking you through the 6 miles of dazzling “artificial sunlight” as over a million lamps, lasers and light bulbs create this electric extravaganza. If you think you’ve seen them before, don’t believe it – each year brings fantastic new features! Wednesday A day at leisure to experience the wide-open sandy beaches of St Annes with its traditional pier, beach huts, mini links golf or the pretty green and historic windmill on Lytham Green offering views across to Southport and even North Wales on a clear, sunny day. Explore Lytham with its flourishing gardens, stylish restaurants and a unique collection of speciality outlets & boutique shops. Thursday We first visit the city of Lancaster, famed for its castle and Georgian architecture, before returning via Morecambe, boasting wide expanses of beach and a glimpse of the Lakeland fells in the distance. Friday We head homeward, but not before a visit to Rufford Old Hall (NT). A stunning Tudor Great Hall with fantastic furniture, tapestries and a carved oak screen, a rare survivor from the 1500’s. History springs to life in the Hesketh’s dining room, its food laden table, lit candles and ‘fire in the hearth’ waiting for the family’s dinner guests.
Best Western Glendower
Situated overlooking St Annes Pier, sitting directly opposite a sandy beach and just 10 minutes’ drive from Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The hotel offers breathtaking views across the Irish Sea, while the nearby Alpine and Ashton Gardens offer picturesque tranquillity. ‘Coast’ Restaurant, Bar/Lounge. Mobility Grade: 3. Please note, due to the layout of the hotel, the lift does not reach all rooms, so if you require a lift accessible bedroom, please let us know at the time of booking.
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Single Room: £40 | Holiday Insurance: £31 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour) Discounts available for (NT) National Trust Members
England - North West LONGRIDGE FELL, FOREST OF BOWLAND
Forest of Bowland
Mon 26 - Fri 30 September 2022 4 Nights £799
Making a welcome return in 2022 we are delighted to be able to feature a tour to the glorious Gibbon Bridge Hotel – Ideally located for exploring the highlights of Lancashire and uncovering its wonderful local heritage. Privately owned, this 30 bedroomed 4-star country hotel is in the heart of the Ribble Valley, nestling in 23 acres of beautiful gardens surrounded by the Forest of Bowland – an area of rugged, unspoilt countryside in rural Lancashire.
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Monday Travelling north we visit Samlesbury Hall, a fabulous half-timbered black and white medieval house built in 1325. A guided tour takes us around and brings its history to life. From here it’s a short drive to our hotel located in the Lancashire Fells for our 4-night stay. Tuesday The interior décor and flower arrangements at the Gibbon Bridge are always a major talking point and today, after breakfast, we have a talk and flower arranging demonstration. After included morning coffee we then meet the Head Gardener for a tour of the hotel’s magnificent gardens. Following an included light lunch, we enjoy an afternoon visit to Browsholme Hall, the ancestral home of the Parkers, Bowbearers of the Forest of Bowland since Tudor times. Enjoy the Hall’s magnificent architecture, fabulous interiors and antique furnishings – the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the Forest of Bowland and a real hidden gem. Wednesday Today we visit Morecambe followed by an afternoon tour of Leighton Hall to gain a fascinating insight in to the story of the famous Lancashire furniture making dynasty; the Gillow family. Wander through the spectacular grounds and witness breathtaking displays from trained birds of prey. (Refreshments included). Thursday Visit Bashall Barns – an extensively stocked farm shop where you can buy fresh local produce in a fantastic rural location. Next, we continue to Clitheroe Castle Museum, which stands high on Castle Hill and has dominated Clitheroe’s skyline for over 800 years. It tells the story of Clitheroe and its surrounding area: the formation of the land 350 million years ago; the people who have lived in the area – their work, their homes; and legends and folklore. Friday Our homeward journey includes a visit to the fashionable seaside resort of Southport, before returning home during the evening.
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྆Door to Door Service྆Our own courier service྆Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom྆Fully reclining seats with calf supports྆Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks྆Free WiFi and USB charging points྆Complimentary gift bag྆4 nights half board྆1 Hotel light lunch྆Entrances to Samlesbury Hall (Guided Tour), Browsholme Hall, Leighton Hall (Inc light refreshments), Bashall Barn & Clitheroe Castle Museum. Not included: 4 lunches.
Samlesbury Hall
Gibbon Bridge Hotel
One of Lancashire’s finest hotels with luxury bedrooms and a stylish restaurant with fine views of the award-winning gardens and Longridge Fell. Privately owned by Janet Simpson for over 30 years, the original family farm has been lovingly converted into an award-winning hotel. Today, it is a unique place to visit and exudes a very special atmosphere. The hotel comprises 30 individually appointed spacious rooms; a large number of which are split level suites with their own private lounges, bedrooms and en-suites, each individually designed. The restaurant sources all its produce locally not only from local suppliers but from its own kitchen gardens and onsite bakery. The gardens and views from the terrace, conservatory and restaurant are stunning throughout the year. The large comfortable lounge bar with a roaring open fire offers a welcome retreat on a wet afternoon. Mobility Grade: 3 – Locality & Hotel are generally level. A few isolated steps throughout but a lift is available.
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