Great Little Breaks from Johnsons Coaches by Johnsons Coaches

Summer 2016 May to October

Great Little Breaks Weekends and 2 Day Short Breaks to Cities, Coast and Country

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ENJOY A NEW CHANGE OF SCENERY! 2 DAY BREAKS FROM ONLY £95 We are delighted to offer this new programme; which are the result of many requests from our Day Excursion customers – who don’t want to holiday by coach but would really enjoy a midweek or weekend away. So, here we are, a short but sweet variety of short breaks! Treat yourself, celebrate a special occasion with friends or simply get away from it all for a couple of days, we have a Great Little Break that is just right for you!

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Sun 22 – Mon 23 May

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Exeter & East Devon

Sun 5 – Mon 6 Jun

Regency Brighton

Sun 19 – Mon 20 Jun

Keswick & the Lake District

The Heart of Wales – Llandrindod Wells, Rhayader & the Elan Valley

Sun 3 – Mon 4 Jul

Thu 7 – Fri 8 July

Sun 24 – Mon 25 Jul

London Theatre Break Big Band Break – The Last of the Big Bands, the Orchard Nottingham

Sun 31 Jul – Mon 1 Aug

Ely & Norwich

Sun 7 – Mon 8 Aug

Chester & Liverpool

Tue 16 – Wed 17 Aug

Plymouth, Torbay & the British Fireworks Championships

Fri 19 – Sat 20 Aug

Tom Jones Tribute, Tortworth Court, Gloucestershire

Sun 21 – Mon 22 Aug

Winchester, Fareham & the New Forest

Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, including the Peak District, Lichfield & the National Memorial Arboretum

Our Top class coaches

Sun 11 – Mon 12 Sep

Cardiff & The Brecon Beacons

Our Professional, friendly drivers

Sun 25 – Mon 26 Sep

Harrogate & York

Sun 9 – Mon 10 Oct

St Annes, the Fylde Coast & the Illuminations

Sun 23 – Mon 24 Oct

The Garden of England, Ashford & Canterbury

Fantastic destinations High quality hotels, most with dinners included

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Sun 4 – Mon 5 Sep

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PLYMOUTH, TORBAY & THE 2016 BRITISH FIREWORKS CHAMPIONSHIP © Flickr - Andy Leonard

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Tuesday We journey south west, pausing for lunch en-route, arriving at our hotel in Newton Abbot around 3.00pm. Check in and relax before transferring, around 5.30pm, into Plymouth. The build-up for the British Fireworks Championship commences with live musical entertainment provided on the Hoe from early evening. Catering is also provided both on the Hoe and along Madeira Road. The Fireworks displays are fired from the Mountbatten breakwater and are designed to be seen from Citadel and The Hoe, which makes these areas the prime viewing areas. The Championships start at around 9.30pm with three 10 minute displays, generally with a 10 minute gap between each. Wednesday Leaving our hotel after breakfast we drive to Brixham, with its quaint, narrow streets radiating upwards from the waterfront. In the harbour discover a replica of Sir Francis Drake’s ship, the Golden Hind, and view the many pleasure boats at anchor. Later, there is an opportunity to explore Paignton with its delightful Promenade, sheltered harbour and secluded coves and beaches, before returning home during the evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights bed & breakfast 䡲 Included Excursions to Plymouth, Brixham & Paignton Not included: Evening dinner & all lunches

Join us on this exciting two day break to South Devon, exploring delightful English Riviera resorts of Brixham and Paignton. We also discover the maritime city of Plymouth. Our visit coincides with the annual British Firework Championships which are held on Plymouth Hoe, where thousands of people fill the Hoe seafront to view the spectacular sights as the top professional firework companies compete to be crowned the British Firework Champion. 2 Day Tour

Tuesday 16 – Wednesday 17 August Tour Price £105 Single Room: £15 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 10.00am approx. Returns By: 8.30pm approx. Best Western Passage House Hotel, Newton Abbot HHH This modern hotel offers the ultimate in comfort and service. Located on the west bank of the Teign Estuary in the heart of South Devon. 90 bedrooms with restaurant, bar, indoor leisure centre with indoor swimming pool.

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EXETER & EAST DEVON Exeter is the capital city of Devon and has its fair share of history with parts of the city centre dating back to Roman times, with over 70% of the roman wall still remaining. The city is home to the magnificent Exeter Cathedral, which dates back to Norman times. It also boasts a superb high street, cobbled side streets and squares. On this Great Little Break you will not only discover the beauty and heritage of Exeter, you’ll visit the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the surrounding beautiful Devon countryside. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 22 – Monday 23 May Tour Price £109 Single Room: £15 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 8.00pm approx. The Devon Hotel, Exeter HHH Part of the Brend Hotel Group, this luxury Devon Hotel is ideally located on the outskirts of Exeter City Centre. Set in the Georgian building which is the heart of the hotel, the Carriages Brasserie and Lounge Bar beckon you to linger with colleagues or friends. Bedrooms are located a few steps away, including a recent 20 bedroom extension completed in 2015. Free wifi and round the clock room service. No Lift but rooms are mainly on the ground and first floor.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We journey south arriving in Exeter late morning. A free afternoon to explore the rich history of this ancient city which is reflected in its many heritage attractions, from the soaring towers of Exeter Cathedral, to the medieval Underground Passages. Free guided tours of the city run daily with the enthusiastic Red Coat Guides, and the award winning Royal Albert Memorial Museum is well worth a visit. We then continue to our hotel for our overnight stay. Monday Unspoilt, unhurried, Sidmouth is a small, charming and elegant resort with a level promenade, interesting shops and colourful floral displays. Regency history, clean beaches and friendly shops…. 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 Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Exeter & Sidmouth Not included: All lunches

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Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We travel south, pausing to explore the cathedral city of Winchester. Situated on the edge of the South Downs, Winchester is England’s ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. It’s the burial place of many of England’s Kings and Queens, Saints and famous people such as Jane Austen, Izaac Walton and Keats. Free time to explore before continuing to our hotel in Fareham for our overnight stay. Monday A gentle excursion through the back roads and byways of the New Forest, a varied landscape of woods and glades, heaths and moors. Dotted with tiny villages and, roamed, at will, by deer, ponies, donkeys and pigs – there is nowhere else quite like it. Travelling via Burley, one of the prettiest New Forest villages, we continue to Lyndhurst in time for a lunch opportunity. The village of Lyndhurst, “Capital” of the New Forest, was established as a royal hunting ground by William the Conqueror and offers among other things, a museum in the New Forest visitor centre, shops, and the grave of the original Alice in Wonderland (Alice Liddell, later Hargreaves) in the churchyard. In the afternoon we continue our New Forest tour and visit Brockenhurst, the place where the North and South Weirs streams join, before returning home during the evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Winchester, Fareham & the New Forest Not included: All lunches

WINCHESTER, FAREHAM & THE NEW FOREST Hampshire is a unique county of coastal attractions, rolling green hills, tranquil chocolate-box villages and ancient forests. A rich cultural heritage and unspoilt countryside make Hampshire an ideal short break destination. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 21 – Monday 22 August Tour Price £112 Single Room: £15 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 8.00pm approx. The Solent Hotel, Fareham HHHH Set in mature woods and ancient meadowland, this award-winning hotel offers a warm, country house welcome yet it is only a stone’s throw from the M27, located midway between Southampton and Portsmouth. There are 111 luxuriously appointed, air-conditioned bedrooms, Terrace Restaurant, bar and first-class Spa facilities including 14m indoor pool, sauna, solarium & spa bath.

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REGENCY BRIGHTON More than just the seaside, Brighton has everything you could want – the Royal Pavilion, Victorian Pier, elegant Regency architecture, museums, a great beach © Flickr - Andrew Stawarz and superb shopping in ‘The Lanes’. A great location for a short break! New for 2016 in Brighton is the British Airways i360, a 140m high observation tower offering 360 degree views of Brighton and unrivalled views out over the south coast. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 5 – Monday 6 June Tour Price £105 Single Room: £20 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 8.00pm approx. The Old Ship, Brighton HHHH The most historic hotel in Brighton and located in the heart of the city centre and overlooking Brighton’s glorious seafront. Restaurant, Lounge/Bar. Located on the level there are steps to the entrance with an alternative entrance available. Occasional steps in the corridors and some rooms. Lift to all floors.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We journey to Brighton where we are free to explore this stylish seaside destination with its miles of glorious beaches. Brighton is a treasure trove of things to do and places to go. Vibrant, colourful and fun, Brighton offers the energy of the city, and freedom of the sea. From the stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion, Regency architecture and Victorian aquariums to the traditional seaside fun of the famous Brighton Pier and pebble beach, Brighton offers something for every walk of life. Monday Departing after breakfast we visit Arundel, with its magnificent castle and gardens, one of the great treasure houses of England, and home to the Duke of Norfolk. Later we continue to Chichester; where the coach will park alongside the beautiful cathedral which is a must view highlight of the day. We depart Chichester midafternoon arriving home during the evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Brighton, Arundel & Chichester Not included: All lunches

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THE GARDEN OF ENGLAND, ASHFORD & CANTERBURY Kent is affectionately known as the Garden of England because of its quintessentially English Countryside - orchards full of blossom, oast houses, majestic castles and beautiful gardens give the county a unique and irresistible charm. Based on the outskirts of the attractive market town of Ashford, this short break will give you a chance to sample the rural charm of the beautiful Kent countryside. You’ll find 19th Century windmills and medieval buildings alongside bright shopping centres and trendy restaurants. You’re only ever a stroll away from the scent of apple orchards, the sight of rolling hills and the tranquil sound of wild birds singing. 2 Day Tour

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We visit one of the best-known cities in England; Canterbury’s old city is small and contained within the city walls. Presiding over all is of course the magnificent cathedral, St Augustine’s Abbey and St Martin’s Church. The day is free to explore this atmospheric city at your leisure. We continue to our hotel arriving in time for dinner and our overnight stay. Monday A tour through the countryside made famous in the hit TV series ‘Darling Buds of May’. First to the village of Pluckley, said to be the most haunted in Britain, then on to Tenterden with its many antique shops. Departing midafternoon we arrive home during the evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Canterbury & the ‘Garden of England’ Not included: All lunches

Sunday 23 – Monday 24 October Tour Price: £105 Single Room: £20 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 8.00pm approx. The Ashford International Hotel, Ashford, Kent HHHH This is a modern 4 star hotel located on the outskirts of Ashford. It has all the facilities you would expect including restaurant and bar, a health club with heated pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room plus a spa. There is a lift to all floors. The bedrooms, all en-suite have TV, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron or trouser press, internet access and air conditioning.

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LONDON THEATRE BREAK & WINDSOR A 2 day midweek break which offers a choice of 3 top West End Shows. You can also explore our great capital city which offers amazing sights, historic landmarks and lots more! London is the shopping capital of the world. From the market stalls at Covent Garden to the bustling fashion stores of Oxford Street and the luxury department stores of Harrods and Fortnum & Mason, there is retail therapy to appeal to the most discerning of shoppers. 2 Day Tour

Thursday 7 – Friday 8 July Including Either Mamma Mia or Charlie & The Chocolate Factory: £149 Including Lion King: £162 Single Room: £24 Supplement: Flight on the London Eye: £21 Holiday Insurance: £14 Note: Your choice of show & the option for a flight on the London Eye should be made at the time of booking. Tour Timetable Thursday Depart Henley: 9.15am 䡲 Arrive Windsor: 11.30am approx. Depart Windsor: 1.45pm 䡲 Arrive Hotel: 2.45pm approx. Depart Hotel: 4.00pm 䡲 Arrive London: 5.00pm approx. Depart London: 10.30pm 䡲 Arrive Hotel: 11.15pm approx. Friday Depart Hotel: 9.30am 䡲 Arrive Park Lane: 10.30am approx. Arrive London Eye: 11.00am 䡲 Depart London Eye: 3.45pm Depart Park Lane: 4.30pm approx. 䡲 Return Henley: 8.00pm approx.

Radisson Blu Edwardian, London Heathrow HHHH Minutes from Heathrow, this is an airport hotel that feels like anything but. Dramatic spaces, distinctive design and dedicated service come together in a location where London meets the world. The 59 rooms are spacious and deeply comfortable. A statement restaurant, stylish bar and soothing spa make this hotel perfect for work or play.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Thursday Departing Henley we journey to Windsor. Crowned by Windsor Castle, the Royal Borough has a rich mix of history, culture, heritage and fun. Early afternoon transfer to our hotel, then following time to freshen up, we drive into Central London. Setting down near Covent Garden, you have time to sample the many eateries before taking your seats for your chosen evening theatre performance. Return evening transfer back to our hotel. Friday After breakfast we return to Central London. Keen shoppers have the option of being set down at Park Lane, before the coach continues to the London Eye for those who have chosen the option of enjoying a flight on Europe’s tallest observation tower. Free time for all before returning home during the late afternoon.

Choice Of Shows Lion King, Lyceum Theatre – Disney’s Award Winning Musical. Mamma Mia, Novello Theatre, Aldwych – The Ultimate Feel Good Show! Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane – ROALD DAHL’s deliciously dark tale of young Charlie Bucket and the mysterious confectioner Willy Wonka. All Performances commence at 7.30pm. Theatre Seats are located in the Stalls.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights bed & full cooked English breakfast 䡲 Included Excursions to Windsor & London 䡲 Choice of Top London Show Not included: Evening dinner & all lunches

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ELY & NORWICH

Your Great Little Breaks 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 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 best, between Market Place and the River Wensum, are marketed as the Norwich Lanes. If you only have time for one, make it the cobbled Elm Hill, with its half-timbered Tudor houses and antique shops. We leave Norwich mid-afternoon, returning home during the evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Ely & Norwich Not included: All lunches

On this new 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. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 31 July – Monday 1 August Tour Price: £115 Single Room: £20 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.30am approx. Returns By: 7.30pm approx. The Best Western Brook Hotel, Norwich HHH Our base for this Great Little Break is the 3 star rated Brook Hotel Norwich. The hotel is situated to the west of the city. Restaurant & Bar. The locality is generally level with a few isolated steps. No lift but all rooms are on the ground and first floor only.

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FOUR PILLARS TORTWORTH COURT – SPECIALITY EVENT Tom Jones Tribute Night For a get together with friends and family, and a great night out, why not join us at Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel. This imposing Grade II listed Victorian mansion towers over 30 acres of manicured parkland and arboretum. Returning by popular demand, the Tom Jones Tribute speciality event, includes a delicious dinner and live entertainment from our tribute act, followed by dancing ‘till late. Our two day break includes a scenic excursion through the Cotswolds region with visits to Stowon-the-Wold and Bourton-on-the Water. We also visit Chepstow with a scenic excursion through the Wye Valley to Symonds Yat. 2 Day Tour

Friday 19 – Saturday 20 August Tour Price: £129 Single Room: £25 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 9.00am approx. Returns By: 6.30pm approx. Four Pillars Tortworth Court Hotel, Wotton under Edge, Gloucs HHHH Tortworth Court stands on the Cotswold Edge, a dramatic escarpment, which falls away to the Severn Valley. With its fascinating history, this totally non-smoking hotel offers a tranquil setting making it the perfect location for a relaxing break. All of the 189 bedrooms are beautifully decorated. Restaurant, Bars, Leisure Club with indoor swimming pool, spa bath, gym, sauna and steam room.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Friday Departing Henley we enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hills of the Cotswolds region visiting the quintessential Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold. From here we head to Bourton-on-the-Water, a delightful town straddling the river Windrush with a series of low bridges beside neat, tree-shaded greens. Often described as the ‘Little Venice’ of the Cotswolds, it is one of the region’s most popular tourist spots with a host of attractions, shops and cafes to enjoy. We check into our hotel late afternoon with a ‘Meet & Greet’ from the Management Team at 7.30pm. Dinner is served at 8.00pm, followed by entertainment and dancing. Saturday Departing our hotel we take the Severn Crossing and visit the small walled border town of Chepstow situated at the estuary of the River Wye. The Wye Valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which straddles the border between England and Wales. We follow the River Wye passing the 14th century Abbey ruins at Tintern to Monmouth. Here we head to Symonds Yat West, home to the Butterfly Zoo and amazing Hedge Puzzle (Admissions not included). Free time to relax and explore before returning home in the early evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to the Cotswolds and Chepstow/Wye Valley 䡲 Friday night Tribute Act Concert Not included: All lunches

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BIG BAND BREAKS – THE LAST OF THE BIG BANDS East Midland Conference Centre & the Orchard Hotel Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday Departing Henley in the morning we drive to Melton Mowbray, a delightful market town which lies along the course of the rivers Eye and Wreake. Often promoted as the ‘Rural Capital of Food’, Melton is perhaps best known for its culinary specialities, being the home of the eponymous Pork Pie and one of the five homes of Stilton Cheese. We continue to our hotel in time for dinner followed by our live evening’s entertainment – The Mike James Orchestra. This unique show traces the history of the big band from the 1940’s to the present day is performed – so whether you want to dance or just listen to this big band you are in for a great night’s entertainment. Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and Woody Herman all left their mark on the music world with some of the best swing tunes of yesterday. Combine that with the orchestral and popular sounds of James Last and Andre Rieu, with vocal tributes to the song stylist of yesterday and today e.g. Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Buble and Diana Krall, and you have a show of unforgettable musical magic. Monday Following breakfast we visit Matlock, the county town of Derbyshire, situated on the south eastern edges of the Peak District. During the afternoon we return via Ashbourne, a thriving market town with a cobbled market place, hidden alleys and some of the finest Georgian buildings in Derbyshire.

The Mike James Orchestra and Singers is a vibrant, fully professional big band consisting of a powerful signature brass section, whip tight rhythm and talented soloists and vocalists all led by the earthy charm and boyish enthusiasm of Mike James himself, one of Britain’s best and most enduring band leaders. A perfect mixture of youth and experience, classic and contemporary, their vast repertoire includes timeless big band classics, swing, rock & roll, soul, blues, latin, salsa and chart hits from now right back to the 50s. Combine this with their universal appeal, dynamic stage presence and an absolute commitment to entertaining the audience, makes The Mike James Orchestra and Singers perhaps the most versatile band in the UK today. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 24 – Monday 25 July Tour Price: £125 Single Room: £15 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 9.00am approx. Returns By: 6.00pm approx. EMCC & the Orchard Hotel, Nottingham

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Melton Mowbray, Matlock & Ashbourne 䡲 Sunday Night Big Band Concert Not included: All lunches

A modern eco-friendly hotel located in the heart of 330 acres of University Park. Contemporary bedrooms, finished to a superior standard. Bramley’s Restaurant & Bar, Leisure facilities including gym and swimming pool (10 minutes walk). Lift to all floors.

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MOOR HALL HOTEL & SPA SUNDAY SPECIAL Including the Peak District, Lichfield & the National Memorial Arboretum You don’t have to travel too far from home to find some of England’s finest scenery. Indulge yourself on this magnificent 2 day break which combines both luxury hotel accommodation and two great excursion opportunities that are literally ‘on your doorstep’. We are pleased to be able to offer you accommodation at the Best Western Premier Moor Hall Hotel & Spa near Sutton Coldfield. This hotel has been family owned for fifty years and is the archetypal country house hotel. A stylish redbrick building, it has historic original features, a pitched roof, conservatory and dining terrace, plus winding paths, sprawling landscaped gardens. Add to this an elegant wood-panelled restaurant, a lounge bar with open fire and a spa with a gym and indoor pool, and you get the exceedingly tempting picture. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 4 – Monday 5 September Tour Price: £95 Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 9.00am approx. Returns By: 6.00pm approx. Best Western Premier Moor Hall Hotel & Spa, Sutton Coldfield HHHH Set in beautiful parkland, this 4-star country house hotel offers 82 comfortable bedrooms, carvery restaurant, extensive leisure facilities including indoor pool and spa.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We drive north into the Peak District visiting the picturesque Spa town of Buxton, home to the famous opera house and the Pavilion Gardens. We continue to the pretty market town of Bakewell – Home to the world famous Bakewell Pudding, returning to our Hotel for a delicious 3 course carvery dinner. Monday Today we visit the magnificent National Memorial Arboretum, which comprises 150 acres of trees and 130 memorials of national significance; you can cover as much or as little of the site as you wish. It is the home of the moving Armed Forces Memorial which remembers those who have given their lives since the end of WWII. To mark the WW1 Centenary, the Arboretum includes a special trail which incorporates specific memorials, trees and dedications to all those who fell between 1914 and 1918. In the afternoon, choose to explore the Arboretum further or take our coach to the nearby city of Lichfield, with its Cathedral and many shops. We return home during the late afternoon.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to the Peak District, The National Memorial Arboretum & Lichfield Not included: All lunches

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CARDIFF & THE BRECON BEACONS

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday Departing Henley we journey south over the English/Welsh border arriving in Cardiff in time for lunch. The vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of Wales magically combines the old with the new, its stunning castle with 2000 years of history stands a short distance away from the futuristic Millennium Stadium. In the newly developed Cardiff Bay area, red bricked buildings and old wharfs sit next to new piers and glass fronted restaurants, while the Pierhead Building dating from 1896 sits alongside the iconic Millennium Centre. The city also features the fantastic new St. David’s 2 shopping area and an abundance of restaurants and bars. Monday Departing our hotel after breakfast, we enjoy a tour to the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park. Travelling via Caerphilly, home to Wales’ largest castle with a tower that leans like ‘Pisa’, we continue through the Brecon Beacons National Park to Brecon, returning via the popular ‘Book Town’ of Hay-on-Wye.

Cardiff is a city of attractions, sport, culture and entertainment. Within the few square miles of the citycentre alone, you’ll find a wealth of things to do, whatever your tastes, and in the surrounding areas, you’ll find everything from abseiling to whisky tasting. We also visit the Brecon Beacons National Park, which covers 520 square miles and includes four distinct mountain ranges, 268 scheduled ancient monuments and well over 3000 miles of hedgerow. 2 Day Tour

Sunday 11 – Monday 12 September Tour Price: £105 Single Room: £22 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 9.00am approx. Returns By: 6.30pm approx. Cardiff Angel Hotel, Cardiff HHH

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Cardiff & The Brecon Beacons Not included: All lunches

The hotel is a beautiful Victorian landmark in the Welsh capital, occupying a convenient location between the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle. Restaurant, Bar & Lift. Please note that all bedrooms are non-smoking.

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THE HEART OF WALES Llandrindod Wells, Rhayader & the Elan Valley Set amongst wonderful scenery, from high mountains to deep valleys, Llandrindod Wells, once famous as a Victorian Spa town with its wide avenues, grand terraces, lawns and flower beds, is centrally located to enjoy all that mid-Wales has to offer.

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Sunday 3 – Monday 4 July Tour Price: £109 Single Room: £10 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 9.00am approx. Returns By: 6.30pm approx. Metropole Hotel & Spa, Llandrindod Wells HHHH This family run hotel offers an excellent standard of accommodation and service. Still privately owned by Justin Baird-Murray, great great grandson of the Founder, the Metropole offers an excellent standard of accommodation and service. Located in the town, just a stone’s throw from the main shopping area, the hotel offers a mix of contemporary furnishings with Victorian architecture. Restaurant, bar lounge. Leisure facilities include swimming pool and Rock Sp. The resort and hotel are level. Hotel has isolated steps and a lift serving most floors.

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We drive via Leominster to Llandrindod Wells a perfect example of a Victorian spa town. Here we can discover its delightful canopied streets, delicate wrought ironwork, gabled villas and ornamental parklands. A perfect retreat with much to enjoy – the boating lake and splendid Rock Park Gardens, the restored Pump Room in the Spa Centre for afternoon tea and the Radnorshire Museum in the Memorial Gardens. Monday This holiday is about relaxation and scenic beauty. It would not be complete without a tour of the beautiful Elan Valley with its scenic reservoir. Visiting the Elan Visitor museum, overlooked by the towering and dramatic dam. We continue to the small market town of Rhayader – Located on the River Wye, the town was formerly a major staging post throughout the 18th & 19th century as sheep and cattle drovers traversed the Cambrian Mountains destined for English market towns. We return home during the early evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Llandrindod Wells & the Elan Valley Not included: All lunches

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CHESTER & LIVERPOOL

Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary Sunday We drive to Chester. Founded by the Romans over 2000 years ago, much of the Roman influence remains and Chester’s city walls are the most complete in Britain. In every corner of the city you are confronted with history, from the Roman amphitheatre, to the medieval half-timbered buildings. One of Chester’s most unique features are the two-tiered rows, which means you can shop whatever the weather and gives you a unique shopping experience! Chester Cathedral was founded over 900 years ago and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors per year. Monday Departing Chester after breakfast we drive to Liverpool. Already famous as the birthplace of The Beatles, the city’s other cultural assets are justifiably touted as some of the finest in Europe. The Albert Dock houses some of the city’s trendiest stores together with a number of art shops and gallery outlets such as Tate Gallery gift shop, Apple store and the Beatles Story gift shop. Departing Liverpool mid-afternoon we arrive home during the early evening.

Enjoy the historic appeal of Chester along with the vibrant attractions of Liverpool. A wonderful weekend away combining these two great cities with welcoming hotel accommodation. When it comes to beautiful cities, Chester is one of the best and should be on every tourist’s ‘must see’ itinerary. Also included is a visit to Liverpool’s Royal Albert Dock. Situated on a spectacular World Heritage Waterfront, it features the largest collection of Grade I listed buildings in the country. It’s just bursting with international art, awardwinning museums and great attractions. Perfect for a stroll on your own, the Dock’s attractions have everything to offer you! 2 Day Tour

Sunday 7 – Monday 8 August Tour Price: £105 Single Room: £25 Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.30am approx. Returns By: 7.00pm approx. Best Western Queens Hotel, Chester HHHH

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Chester & Liverpool Royal Albert Dock Not included: All lunches

Perfectly placed in Chester city centre situated just five minutes from the Cathedral and central shopping area. Facilities include three restaurants, three bars, fitness suite and lift.

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ST ANNES, THE FYLDE COAST & THE ILLUMINATIONS Just six miles from the bright lights of Blackpool, Lytham and St Annes-on-Sea, Fylde, are worlds apart in both character and atmosphere. The dual seaside towns are nestled along a picturesque stretch of coastline lined with well-tended lawns, a boating lake and pretty parks. With an expansive sandy beach, Victorian pier, historic windmill, a ‘royal’ golf course and stylish independent shops, the dual seaside towns of Lytham and St Annes continue to remind us why we all love the British seaside so much.

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Sunday 9 – Monday 10 October

Sunday We drive north to Fleetwood before following the scenic Fylde Coast through Cleveleys to Blackpool, Britain’s most loved holiday destination. We continue to our hotel at St Annes for dinner before returning in the evening for a short drive to view the magnificent Blackpool Illuminations.

Tour Price: £109 Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 7.00pm approx. Best Western Glendower Hotel, St Annes HHH 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. The hotel has a lift.

Monday A free morning to enjoy the peaceful parks, beautiful gardens and admire the old half-timbered building of Lytham. Stroll along the fine promenade and the lovely sandy beach. Lytham has excellent shopping, with many quaint independent shops as well as the larger stores. The Ribble Estuary is one of the best sites in the UK for wildfowl with over 250,000 migratory birds every year. Departing mid-afternoon we arrive home during the early evening.

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to the Fylde Coast & Blackpool Illuminations Not included: All lunches

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KESWICK & THE LAKE DISTRICT

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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.

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.

Sunday 19 – Monday 20 June

Monday After breakfast we join the coach for a full days 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.

Tour Price: £119 Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 7.30am approx. Returns By: 8.30pm approx.

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The Skiddaw Hotel, Keswick HHH

Your Holiday Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Keswick, Grasmere & Bowness on Windermere Not included: All lunches

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.

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HARROGATE & YORK 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 © VisitEngland - Bettys Tearoom famous parks and gardens. With its close proximity to Your Great Little Breaks Itinerary the magnificent city of York and the beautiful rolling Yorkshire countryside; Sunday We drive to Harrogate, one of Yorkshire’s most this 2-day tour has all the ingredients for elegant destinations. With free time to discover its a truly memorable holiday. handsome historic buildings and verdant gardens, why not 2 Day Tour

Sunday 25 – Monday 26 September Tour Price: £105 Single Room: Nil Holiday Insurance: £14 Tour Departs By: 8.00am approx. Returns By: 8.00pm approx. The Majestic Hotel, Harrogate HHHH The Majestic is located in the centre of Harrogate. Set in 8 acres of beautiful grounds. Restaurant, lounge/bar. Leisure facilities include a health club, indoor swimming pool. Mobility Grade: 4 – Locality & 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.

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 stained glass windows, or to climb Central Tower for the aweinspiring 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 Includes 䡲 One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden 䡲 Our own courier service 䡲 Club Class Extra Legroom Coach 䡲 1 nights half board 䡲 Included Excursions to Harrogate & York Not included: All lunches

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Making Enquiries & Booking Your ‘Great Little Breaks’ 䡲 Travel in Comfort – All coaches used on our ‘Great Little Breaks’ will be from our top class touring fleet, equipped with CLUB CLASS, extra legroom seating, air conditioning, reclining seats and toilet. 䡲 No smoking – Enjoy a great atmosphere – Please remember that we operate a no smoking policy on all coaches. 䡲 Choose your seat – Choose your seat on the coach and we will confirm this when you book your break.

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CLUB 䡲 One boarding point with free CLASS parking – For a speedy start 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.

DIRECTIONS: Our premises are situated one mile north of Henley, on the A3400, travelling towards Birmingham. On arrival, enter via the ‘Entrance’ gateway and follow our staff directions. For passengers being dropped off and collected at the end of the break, there is ample space for this. BOOKING CONDITIONS Enquiries – just contact our office at Liveridge Hill, Henley-inArden (on the Birmingham Road, A3400 north of Henley) or an appointed Travel Agent. ‘Great Little Breaks’ Booking – For a provisional booking, a simple telephone call is all that is needed. We will hold places for you without obligation for 14 days. (Please note; provisional bookings will be cancelled automatically if payment is not received within 14 days). Confirmation of Booking – In order to confirm your booking we require payment in full within 7 days. Once received we will send you your ‘Great Little Breaks’ confirmation, receipt of payment, the number and location of seats booked and confirmed departure time.

Methods of Payment – All normal methods of payment, including cash, cheque, by debit and credit card and by telephone or by post are acceptable. PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO: ‘JOHNSONS COACH TRAVEL’. Please note there is a 2% charge for payments made by credit card. Cancellation by the Company – Should circumstances arise where, due to less than 20 bookings, we are forced to cancel a ‘Great Little 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 Little 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 Little 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 which is published in our main Summer 2016 Coach Holiday brochure. Travel Insurance – This is available on all of our ‘Great Little Breaks’ from just £14.00 per person. Alterations – The company reserves the right to alter or cancel any of the ‘Great Little Breaks’ listed in this brochure and to alter the size and specification of the vehicle used. Please note – No lunches, entrance charges to any attractions or porterage are included. Meals in some hotels are served on a carvery basis, please ask for details.

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