Easy Travel Coach Holidays 2014 by Net Effect

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2014 Coach Holidays Isle of Man • Paignton • Suffolk • Eastbourne • Scarborough Sidmouth •Tenby • Isle of Wight •Woodhall Spa • Falmouth Cricket St Thomas •Weymouth

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Welcome ... to our 2014 coach holiday brochure and our selection of UK holidays which includes the Isle of Man. Also featured are our three group cruises for 2014 with Fred Olsen.

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Contents 2014 Coach Holidays and Cruises Departure Date

Return Date

Nights

Destination

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Thursday 15th May 2014

Tuesday 20th May 2014

Isle of Man

Monday 26th May 2014

Monday 2nd June 2014

Paignton

Sunday 8th June 2014

Friday 13th June 2014

Suffolk

Saturday 21st June 2014

Saturday 28th June 2014

Eastbourne

Saturday 5th July 2014

Saturday 12th July 2014

Scarborough

Sunday 20th July 2014

Thursday 24th July 2014

Sidmouth

Sunday 3rd August 2014

Friday 8th August 2014

Tenby

Monday 18th August 2014

Monday 25th August 2014

Isle of Wight

Monday 1st September 2014

Friday 5th September 2014

Woodhall Spa

Sunday 7th September 2014

Sunday 14th September 2014

Falmouth

Monday 17th November 2014

Friday 21st November 2014

Cricket St.Thomas (T&T)

Monday 24th November 2014

Friday 28th November 2014

Weymouth (T&T)

See details of Fred Olsen Cruises which feature our FREE home to port transfers!**

**Home to port transfers only available within a 10 mile radius of Malvern.

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Isle of Man

Scarborough

Woodhall Spa Tenby Suffolk Cricket St.Thomas Eastbourne Falmouth

Isle of Wight Sidmouth

Paignton 3

Weymouth

DEPARTURE DATE

15th May 2014

Isle of Man

TOUR LENGTH

6 Days

The Empress Hotel

Great Laxey Wheel

Peel Castle

Tynwald Hill

Isle of Man Railway

The Empress Hotel

Discover with us the beautiful Isle of Man, known as the ‘Jewel in the Irish Sea’, measuring 33 miles long by 13 miles wide it offers a unique combination of seaside holiday resorts, spectacular mountain scenery and a wealth of historic interest. Our base is the islands capital Douglas. The comfortable and elegant Empress Hotel is located on the Victorian promenade overlooking Douglas Bay and is just a short walk from the town centre.

ITINERARY Thursday 15th travel to Heysham for the afternoon sailing to Douglas, complete the short journey to the Empress Hotel. Friday 16th we take a trip over to the west coast for a day to explore the resort of Peel with its flat sandy beach and absorbing attractions. Sitting at the mouth of the harbour is impressive Peel Castle, built in 1392.The House of Manannan is a substantial museum that leads the visitor through the island’s history with some fascinating Celtic and Viking exhibits. If you’re feeling peckish try some traditional Manx cuisine at Moore’s Smoked Kipper Factory, an island favourite. Saturday 17th a free morning to explore Douglas – don’t miss the Manx Museum in the centre of town. In the afternoon we travel north, via Onchan, to the village of Laxey, we visit the Great Laxey Wheel & Mines Trail known affectionately as the “Lady Isabella”. Named after the wife of the Governor and a credit to Victorian engineering, it is the world’s largest working water wheel and an outstanding icon of the island’s long history of mining. Sunday 18th we begin today with a classic journey aboard the Isle of Man Steam Railway from Douglas to the seaside resort of Port Erin, enjoy some free time before we pay a visit to nearby Cregneash Folk Village.The Village provides a living, working illustration of life in a typical 19th century Manx crofting community. We continue to the Sounds Visitor Centre for spectacular views over the Calf of Man before returning to Douglas via Castletown, once the ancient capital of Mann. Monday 19th this morning we explore the north of the island beginning with a visit to Tynwald Hill, home of the 1000 year old Manx Parliament, we continue along some of the TT Course to ‘Royal Ramsey’ which has a working harbour and an interesting maritime history.The afternoon is free back in Douglas. Tuesday 20th following an early breakfast we travel to the port for the return sailing to Heysham.

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Tourist Board 3* Ensuite bedrooms all with Shower over Bath, Flatscreen TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Tea & Coffee making facilities

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Lift to all floors Lounge Bar

COST

£520.00pp

Single Supplement £55.00pp

COST INCLUDES Coach & Ferry Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

26th May 2014

Paignton

TOUR LENGTH

8 Days

Devon The Queens Hotel

Cathedral of the Moors

River Dart Ferry

Paignton

Wildside Nursery

The Queens Hotel

Paignton occupies the central position in Torbay and is home to an array of traditional seaside attractions, long sandy beaches, marine gardens, promenade, harbour, theatre and a colourful pier. The Queens Hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Paignton on the level and just a two minute flat walk to the seafront, harbour and town centre shops. Renowned for its friendly atmosphere, homely ambience, great service and fabulous food your stay at the Queens is one you will be longing to repeat.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE

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Dartmoor National Park, Steam Train Ride, River Dart Boat Trip, Dartmouth, Totnes, Tavistock, The Garden House & Wildside Nursery. One day we take a scenic drive through Dartmoor National Park to include the pretty village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor with its large church known as the ‘Cathedral of the Moor’, delightful Moretonhampstead with its Jacobean almshouses, Postbridge and Princetown the highest town on Dartmoor. Another day we combine a steam train ride from Paignton to Kingswear with a short trip on the ferry across the River Dart to Dartmouth, there is then free time in Dartmouth before taking a cruise on the River Dart to Totnes you then have time in Totnes before the coach returns you to Paignton. Another morning takes you to the traditional Devon market town of Tavistock where you have time to browse and get coffee before boarding the coach for the short trip to Buckland Monachorum where we visit two wonderful gardens. Both gardens are connected to Keith Wiley,The Garden House is where Keith was head gardener/manager from 1978-2003 it has been described as ‘perhaps the most breath-taking of all gardens’ – Rachel de Thame. Wildside Nursery used to be a Devon cider orchard until Keith & his wife Ros relocated in 2004, they created an ambitious new garden where natural landscapes are still the inspiration for both planting and painting today.

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Tourist Board 3* Ensuite bedrooms with Flatscreen TV,Telephone, Hairdryer and Tea/Coffee making facilities Lift to all floors Bar Entertainment Lounge with Dance Floor Entertainment every evening Heated Indoor Swimming Pool

COST

£488.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

8th June 2014

Suffolk Constable Country

TOUR LENGTH

6 Days

The Belstead Brook Hotel

Flatford Mill

Lavenham

Newmarket

Aldeburgh

The Belstead Brook Hotel

Our base for this holiday is in the Suffolk town of Ipswich, ideally placed for exploring the scenery and rich heritage of Constable Country, the artist’s native landscape that became inspiration for his paintings, and the Suffolk coast which is also an area recognised for its landscape of unique beauty. Originally a Jacobean hunting lodge, the 3* Belstead Brook Hotel combines historic charm & character with the best of modern facilities.The hotel is nestled amongst 9 acres of mature wooded parkland alongside a brook and feature gardens.

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Woodbridge, Sutton Hoo (NT*), Lavenham & the Guildhall (NT*), Gainsborough’s House, Constable Country, Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh, Southwold and the National Stud at Newmarket. We call at Woodbridge one morning before going to nearby Sutton Hoo (NT), the Anglo-Saxon royal burial site where priceless treasure was discovered in 1939. We see the reconstruction of the burial chamber which tells the story of the site, described as ‘page one of English history’. Another morning we visit Lavenham, one of Britain’s best preserved medieval villages, we include entrance to the historic Guildhall (NT). In the afternoon we head on to the market town of Sudbury, and visit Gainsborough’s House the birthplace museum of Thomas Gainsborough, one of Britain’s greatest painters. Constable Country is our destination on another day, we first visit Flatford Mill the scene of Constable’s most famous painting for a guided morning walk. We then go to East Bergholt, an unspoilt village and the birthplace of the famous painter and finally to the lovely village of Dedham where he went to school. Another day we call at Snape Maltings before going to the charming seaside towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold. On our return journey home we pay a visit to the National Stud at Newmarket, the showcase for British thoroughbred horse breeding, for a behind the scenes look at one of the most prestigious stud farms in the country.

Ensuite bedrooms with TV, Telephone, Hairdryer and Tea/Coffee making facilities

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Lift Lounge / Bar Indoor Swimming Pool, Spa, Health Club

COST

£403.00pp

Single Supplement £55.00 *Reduction of £11.00 for National Trust members taking their card

COST INCLUDES Coach travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

21st June 2014

Eastbourne South Coast

TOUR LENGTH

8 Days

The Haddon Hall Hotel

Nymans

Eastbourne Promenade

Amberley

Kent & East Sussex Railway

Haddon Hall Hotel

The elegant traditional seaside resort of Eastbourne enjoys a remarkably mild and sunny climate, thereby earning its reputation as the ‘Suntrap of the South’. Noted for its cleanliness, beautiful flower beds, colourful gardens and attractive flat promenade, Eastbourne offers a multitude of attractions including excellent shopping, a fine bandstand, the Winter Gardens and a splendid pier. The family owned Haddon Hall Hotel is situated at the seafront end of the broad tree lined Devonshire Place, ideally positioned between the promenades, town centre and theatres.You are assured a warm welcome, a high standard of customer care, good food and a happy relaxed holiday.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE

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Biddenden Vineyard, Steam Train Ride, Nymans (NT), Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre. One morning we travel through the Sussex countryside, continuing into the Kentish Weald and pay a visit to Biddenden Vineyard, Kent’s oldest commercial vineyard, established in 1969, a tour and tasting is included. We then travel the short distance to Tenterden with its wide tree-lined main street.This picturesque village is known as ‘The Jewel of the Weald’ and its fine high street ranks amongst the most attractive in the country. We include a steam train ride on the Kent & East Sussex Railway to Bodiam before returning to our hotel. Another day we visit Nymans (NT)*, set in the High Weald with splendid views, the garden is a series of experimental designs with spectacular planting and beauty all year. Both a horticulturalist’s dream and a peaceful country garden, it is easy to lose yourself in its intimate and surprising corners. We pay a visit to Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre on another day, an open air museum site dedicated to the industrial heritage of the South East, exhibits include a narrow-gauge railway and bus service (both provide free nostalgic travel around the site), Connected Earth telecommunications hall, energy electricity hall, printing workshop and much more.The museum is also home to traditional crafts people, plus a restaurant and gift shop. On our return journey home on Saturday we make a stop in historic Windsor.

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Lift Large comfortable lounge Bar Ballroom Entertainment

COST

£561.00pp

No Single Supplement *Reduction of £9.00 for National Trust members taking their card

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

5th July 2014

Scarborough North Yorkshire

TOUR LENGTH

8 Days

The Red Lea Hotel

Burton Agnes Hall

Whitby

Scarborough

Goathland

The Red Lea Hotel

Situated on Yorkshire’s glorious coastline Scarborough has retained the charm and style established in its Victorian heyday. Offering visitors two golden beaches, a bustling harbour, beautifully tended gardens and a good shopping centre Scarborough is an excellent base from which to explore and enjoy the varied rural scenery, rugged coastline and nearby attractions. The Red Lea Hotel is situated on the favoured South Cliff in close proximity to the Cliff Lift, the Spa Centre, the Italian Gardens and beach, with the attractions of the town centre only a stroll away. Privately owned and run,The Red Lea Hotel offers comfortable, quality accommodation, excellent food and takes pride in providing first class friendly service to ensure a happy, carefree and memorable stay.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE Burton Agnes Hall, Pickering, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Filey, Rievaulx Abbey (EH), Whitby. For one of your excursions we pay a visit to Burton Agnes Hall, an exquisite Elizabethan stately home that has stayed within the same family for more than four hundred years. Fifteen generations have filled the Hall with treasures and the beautiful award winning gardens offer something for everyone. Another day we travel first to the pretty village of Thornton le Dale where we pause before reaching the lovely market town of Pickering, you then have free time before boarding the afternoon steam train of the North York Moors Railway for a nostalgic journey through the Moors National Park to Grosmont. We also spend some time in the quaint moors village of Goathland better known as ‘Aidensfield’ in the popular TV series ‘Heartbeat’. Another morning we travel to nearby Filey, a traditional seaside resort with a five mile stretch of award winning golden beach, after some free time it’s all aboard the coach to pay an afternoon visit to dramatic Rievaulx Abbey (EH). Our guided tour reveals what life as a monk would have been like. We spend a full day in the picturesque seaside town of Whitby on another day, with its quaint streets and busy fishing harbour. Perhaps visit the Captain Cook Museum or historic Whitby Abbey (EH), which has fantastic views of the town, maybe treat yourself to some of Whitby’s famous fish and chips!

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AA 3* Ensuite bedrooms with Flatscreen TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Tea & Coffee making facilities

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Lift to all floors (7 steps to access hotel) Lounge Bar Quiet Lounge Indoor Heated Swimming Pool Entertainment

COST

£550.00pp

Sea View Supplement £56.00pp, No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

20th July 2014

Sidmouth Devon

TOUR LENGTH

5 Days

Royal York & Faulkner Hotel

Lyme Regis

Seaton Tram

Fursdon

Sidmouth

Royal York & Faulkner Hotel

The Regency town of Sidmouth is always a favourite destination. A charming unspoilt seaside resort, with a long flat promenade a picturesque town centre and a wealth of fine architecture, Sidmouth’s timeless charm and unhurried way of life never fails to please. The Royal York & Faulkner is a magnificent Regency building, dating from 1810, it enjoys an unrivalled position at the centre of Sidmouth`s elegant Esplanade overlooking the beach, and adjacent to the town centre. Owned and personally run by the Hook family, the hotel has earned a long standing reputation for hospitality and service and is a firm favourite with Easytravel clients.

EXCURSIONS Seaton to Colyton Tram ride, Lyme Regis, Bickleigh Mill, Fursdon, Wells. One day we travel to the resort of Seaton where we enjoy a scenic tram journey along the beautiful Axe valley to the ancient town of Colyton.This is followed by an afternoon visit to the historic seaside resort and fishing port of Lyme Regis. Another day takes you first to Bickleigh Mill near Tiverton, one of Devon’s largest and most exciting rural shopping, eating and recreation destinations housed within an 18th century historic working water mill. We then travel the short distance to Fursdon, a traditional farming estate set in the heart of the Devon countryside.The elegant manor house has been home to 23 generations of the same family and our guided tour offers an insight into the life and times of the squires, a cream tea is included. Our return journey home on Thursday will include a convenient lunch stop and time at leisure in the medieval city of Wells in Somerset.

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AA 2* Plus Ensuite bedrooms with Flatscreen TV, Radio,Telephone, Hairdryer, Tea & Coffee making facilities

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2 Lifts 3 Lounges/Bar Hydrotherapy pool (charges apply) Entertainment

COST

£422.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

3rd August 2014

Tenby South Wales

TOUR LENGTH

6 Days

The Giltar Hotel

Cenarth Falls

St David’s

Rhossili Bay

Tenby

The Giltar Hotel

Tenby on the Pembrokeshire coast is considered by many to be the prettiest resort in Wales, picture-perfect with its golden sands, pretty harbour, clear waters and candy coloured houses. The town bustles with an array of shops and cafes and you can take a boat trip to Caldey Island from the harbour, famous for its Abbey and ancient priory church. The Giltar Hotel is a lovely Victorian building situated on the Esplanade in Tenby, it overlooks the stunning views of the South Beach and the monastic Island of Caldey. Privately owned and managed you are assured a warm welcome with a team passionate about customer service.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE Guided tour of the Gower Peninsula, St.David’s, Picton Castle & Gardens, Cwm Deri Vineyard, Cenarth, National Coracle Museum, Childhood Museum. One morning we take a leisurely drive along the lovely Pembrokeshire coast to visit the remarkable little “city” of St.Davids, no bigger than a village, with its magnificent cathedral. Another day we first enjoy a guided tour of magical Picton Castle, a cross between medieval castle and fortified manor house, set in 40 acres of stunning gardens. In the afternoon we travel the short distance to the Cwm Deri Vineyard, a working smallholding which first opened to the public in 1992, the vineyard is now one of Wales’ foremost visitor attractions, a guided tour and tasting is included. Another morning we head to the north of the county, via pretty Narberth and the bluestone Preseli Mountains to the lovely village of Cenarth set beside the beautiful Cenarth Falls. We enjoy a short guided tour of the interesting National Coracle Centre followed by some free time in Cenarth. We then continue to the Museum of Childhood which has a unique collection of over 10,000 exhibits, take a stroll down memory lane and see toys from your past. On Friday we’re homeward bound, but first we enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Gower Peninsula as we explore some of the highlights of Britain’s first official ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. We enjoy a guided tour of the Gower to include the Mumbles, Rhossili Bay and a visit to Swansea waterfront.

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Visit Wales 3* Ensuite bedrooms with Flatscreen TV, Telephone, Hairdryer, Tea & Coffee making facilities.

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Lift to all Floors Lounge Bar Lounge Entertainment most evenings

COST

£461.00pp

Deluxe Room £516.00pp, Singles £441.00pp All Twin & Double Rooms have Sea View, Singles are rear facing

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DEPARTURE DATE

18th August 2014

Isle of Wight

TOUR LENGTH

8 Days

Bembridge Coast Hotel A Warner Leisure Adult Only Hotel

Mottistone Manor Gardens

Osbourne House

Seaview Wildlife Encounter

Yarmouth

Bembridge Coast Hotel

The diamond-shaped Isle of Wight has a magic all of its own, with captivating landscapes, beautiful beaches, wonderful seascapes, picturesque villages and a climate as warm and gentle as its people. The Bembridge Coast Hotel enjoys an idyllic coastal position near Bembridge with unrivalled views across the Solent. A thoroughly modern hotel set in lovely grounds with an unspoilt secluded shoreline and beach just below the hotel. With an excellent range of daytime activities and top class cabaret and evening entertainment you are assured a great holiday at one of the Islands premier hotels.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE

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Whippingham Church, Osborne House, Island Tour, Mottistone Manor Gardens (NT), Yarmouth, Rosemary Vineyard, Seaview Wildlife Encounter. One day we first visit Whippingham Church with its connections to Queen Victoria followed by Osborne House, her magnificent seaside residence, enjoy exploring both the splendour of the house and the glorious grounds and gardens. Another day we travel via the coast road making a stop at Isle of Wight Pearl on route to Mottistone Manor Gardens (NT), a magical garden set in a sheltered valley with views to the sea. We continue via the coast road to Alum Bay famous for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and breathtaking views of The Needles and lighthouse. We conclude with a visit to the pretty resort of Yarmouth which has a bustling town, natural harbour, pier and a castle. We also spend a day first visiting Rosemary’s Vineyard which makes the most of the mild climate and who are one of the largest producers of English wines, ciders, liquers and fruit juices! This is followed by a visit to Seaview Wildlife Encounter, a multi-award winning wildlife attraction set in beautiful, open, natural parklands with magnificent views across the Solent Waters. (The Havenstreet Steam Show starts on Friday 22nd Aug until Monday 25th, this is not an included excursion but may be of interest at own expense)

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AA 3* Ensuite bedrooms with TV, Radio, Telephone, Hairdryer, Tea & Coffee making facilities. Lift Ballroom Solent Lounge Bar Entertainment every night Extensive entertainment facilities including heated indoor pool, sauna and steam room

COST

£699.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach & Ferry Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

1st September 2014

Woodhall Spa Lincolnshire

TOUR LENGTH

5 Days

Petwood hotel

Five Sailed Windmill, Alford

Stamford

Battle of Britain Visitor Centre

Lincoln

Petwood Hotel

Quiet roads and waterways criss cross this working landscape dotted with fertile farms, the fields changing in character and colour all year long. Pretty villages and windmills punctuate a land bountiful with fresh produce and where people are friendly and welcoming. The thriving historical village of Woodhall Spa is set in the heart of Lincolnshire, just 19 miles from the city of Lincoln. The Petwood Hotel offers all the elegance, charm and service excellence of times gone by, a grade II listed building set in 30 acres of mature woodland, with a fascinating history. Originally built in 1905, the Petwood was requisitioned by the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. In 1943 it became the Officers Mess for 617 Squadron – the “Dam Busters”. Today it is a charming, atmospheric hotel – a firm favourite with Rachel.

EXCURSIONS Barnsdale Gardens, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre, Lincoln, Louth, Alford, Stamford. We make our way to Lincolnshire, with a stop at Barnsdale Gardens, home to 38 individual gardens originally created by TV gardener Geoff Hamilton for the BBC’s “Gardeners World” programme. One morning we visit the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre at RAF Coningsby, we enjoy an informative guided tour of the hangar where these historic aeroplanes are meticulously maintained. In the afternoon take time to enjoy the delightful village of Woodhall Spa, home to the Dambusters Memorial. Another day we visit Lincoln, home to an awe inspiring Cathedral. Enjoy a guided tour of the city where we can look back at over 2000 years of history and discover the cities Roman, Norman, Medieval,Tudor and Georgian heritage. After the guided tour you will be able to explore at leisure. We discover the Lincolnshire Wolds on another day, stopping at the charming market town of Louth, we visit stunning St.James’ Church and enjoy a guided tour of the Louth Museum. We continue to the beautiful market town of Alford where we visit Alford Manor House, the house dates from 1611 and is the largest thatched manor house in the country. Finally, no trip to Alford is complete without a visit to the Five Sailed Windmill. Considered the finest in England, the windmill is still in use today. On our return journey home on Friday we make a stop at Stamford, England’s ‘Finest Stone Town’ that has retained much of its old world charm.

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Lift Lounge Lounge Bar Cosy Squadron Bar

COST

£367.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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DEPARTURE DATE

7th September 2014

Falmouth Cornwall

TOUR LENGTH

8 Days

The Membly Hall Hotel

Helford River Cruise

Perranporth

Trebah Gardens

Padstow

The Membly Hall Hotel

Falmouth is an historic fishing town with a rich maritime history and a beautiful coastline. In the narrow streets of the bustling town centre you will find a wide selection of shops and art galleries, cobbled alleyways lead down to the harbour side overlooked by magnificent Pendennis Castle. Sheltered sandy beaches and glorious parks and gardens all combine to make this an ideal base for a holiday. Owned by the Andrew family for over forty years, Membly Hall offers an intimate and friendly atmosphere whilst enjoying a superb seafront position on Falmouth Bay.

EXCURSIONS INCLUDE Helford River Cruise, Trebah Gardens, Padstow, Prideaux Place, Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm, Perranporth. We take to the water one morning and enjoy a scenic estuary tour of Helford River and Frenchman’s Creek. We’ll take in views of Falmouth Docks, Pendennis and St Mawes Castle, the beaches and Rosemullion Point and much more. We then travel to beautiful Trebah Gardens, a sub-tropical paradise with a stunning coastal backdrop. Discover the magic of this Cornish valley garden with over four miles of footpaths. Another morning we travel to North Cornwall and visit the picturesque fishing village of Padstow, made famous by Rick Stein’s popular television series. In the afternoon we visit Prideaux Place, a stunningly beautiful Elizabethan Manor House that overlooks the fishing harbour of Padstow, a guided tour is included. On another day we spend time at Healey’s Cornish Cyder Farm, a tour and tasting are just a couple of the things you will enjoy here. Later we visit the attractive seaside town of Perranporth.

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AA 2* Ensuite bedrooms with TV, telephone, tea & coffee making facilities.

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Lift to all floors Lounge Bar and Sun Lounge Some entertainment

COST

£530.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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17th November 2014

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Cricket St. Thomas ❄❄ Chard, Somerset Cricket St. Thomas Hotel

TOUR LENGTH

5 Days

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Sidmouth

Perry Cider Mills

Festive Menus

Cricket St.Thomas Hotel

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On a Warner Turkey & Tinsel break you’ll understand what it means to be spoilt for choice. There’s almost too much of everything, great accommodation, great food, great things to do and of course, great festive themed entertainment every night. Warner hotels are exclusively for adults. The regency style elegant mansion of Cricket St.Thomas is set within glorious landscaped gardens, and was the original setting for the series ‘To the Manor Born’.

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Each night of your stay features one of the seasonal days, starting with ‘Christmas Eve’ on the day of arrival, and ending with a fantastic ‘New Years Eve’ Party. On arrival you will be welcomed with mince pies & mulled wine that will set the scene for tasty festive menus.There will be great day time activities and a fantastic varied evening entertainment programme. However if you just want to relax you can do that too.

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AA 4* (1820 grade II listed) Ensuite bedrooms with TV, Radio, Telephone, Hairdryer, Iron, Tea & Coffee making facilities. Lifts Lounges & Bars Indoor heated swimming pool, Spa facilities Daytime and leisure activities Evening entertainment and dancing

Excursions: A visit to the charming unspoilt seaside resort of Sidmouth. A morning at Perry’s Cider Mills and Museum. Another day a visit to the classic holiday resort of Weymouth set on a breathtaking Georgian bay, with sandy beaches, a pretty 17th century harbour and quaint streets with interesting shops. On our return journey home on Friday we make a stop at Street and visit the Clarks Shopping Village.

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COST

£377.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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24th November 2014

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Weymouth Dorset

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The Hotel Rex

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Sherbourne

5 Days

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A Festive Tipple

The Hotel Rex

Weymouth is a classic holiday resort set on a breathtaking Georgian bay, with sandy beaches, crystal clear water, a wide esplanade and quaint streets with interesting shops. The pretty 17th century harbour is the resort’s heritage heartland, where fishermen can be seen with their catch of the day. A very warm welcome awaits you at The Hotel Rex, which is situated on the promenade, overlooking the beach and just a short stroll from the town centre and harbour.The hotel offers the comforts and luxuries of a modern hotel yet still retains its original character and splendour.The hotel was originally built for the Duke of Clarence as his summer residence when King George III held the Royal Court in Weymouth.

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FESTIVE ITINERARY Monday (alias Christmas Eve) a morning departure for the south coast. After a suitable lunch stop en-route we arrive at our hotel during the afternoon.There is time to settle in before meeting up with everyone for a wine reception in the lounge at 5.30pm. Dinner will be served at 6.15pm in the restaurant followed by Bingo and festive music. Tuesday (alias Christmas Day) today we take an excursion first to maritime Poole, a delightful town with an historic quayside. Afterwards, we cross Poole Harbour by way of the Sandbanks Ferry to the Isle of Purbeck.Travelling via Studland we visit the quaint seaside resort of Swanage where we spend some time before returning to our hotel in Weymouth.Tonight enjoy a good old-fashioned Christmas Dinner with crackers and a visit from “Santa” with gifts for everyone, followed by an evening of entertainment. Wednesday (alias Boxing Day) a free day at leisure in Weymouth.This evening commences with a glowing glass of Christmas Punch served in the bar at 5.30pm followed by an excellent meal served in the restaurant at 6.15pm. A fun evening featuring Bingo, a Fancy Hats competition and Music all take place for your enjoyment after dinner. Thursday (alias New Year’s Eve) our excursion today is to the beautiful historical town of Sherborne with its abundance of medieval buildings, magnificent Abbey and delightful shops. In the evening enjoy the hotel’s version of a Hogmanay Dinner at 6.15pm followed by Party Night entertainment in the Lounge. See in the New Year with a complimentary glass of bubbly and a mince pie followed by Auld Lang Syne, Happy New Year!! Friday we commence our homeward journey making a suitable stop for lunch en-route. Note Entertainment may change slightly

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Ensuite bedrooms with TV, Radio, telephone, tea & coffee making facilities.

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Lift to all Floors Residents Lounge Lounge Bar

COST

£332.00pp

No Single Supplement

COST INCLUDES Coach Travel, Half-Board, Insurance & Excursions

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GENERAL INFORMATION - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL HOLIDAY COSTS INCLUDE COACH TRAVEL, DINNER, BED & BREAKFAST, INSURANCE AND EXCURSIONS THE TURKEY & TINSEL BREAKS WILL INCLUDE CHRISTMAS TYPE FAYRE. ALL HOLIDAYS OF EIGHT DAYS DURATION INCLUDE AT LEAST THREE EXCURSIONS, SHORTER HOLIDAYS INCLUDE AT LEAST TWO,THE TURKEY TINSEL AND FESTIVE BREAK INCLUDE AT LEAST ONE. OUR INCLUDED DOOR TO DOOR (WHERE POSSIBLE) PICK UPS OPERATE FROM MALVERN ON ALL HOLIDAYS. WE ALSO OFFER ON ALL HOLIDAYS PICK UPS AT LEDBURY, COLWALL, CRADLEY, WELLAND, HANLEY SWAN, UPTON UPON SEVERN AND WORCESTER. PLEASE ENQUIRE AS TO OTHER LOCAL AREAS. WE MUST STRESS CLIENTS NEEDING ANY ASSISTANCE MUST HAVE A RESPONSIBLE COMPANION WITH THEM. A NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF £55.00 PER PERSON (£65.00 PER PERSON FOR THE ISLE OF MAN HOLIDAY) IS REQUIRED WHEN BOOKING.THE BALANCE OF THE HOLIDAY IS DUE SIX WEEKS BEFORE TRAVEL, BOOKINGS WITHIN SIX WEEKS OF TRAVEL WILL REQUIRE FULL PAYMENT. PAYMENTS MADE BY CREDIT CARD WILL INCUR A 1.6% CHARGE. FOR CANCELLATION CHARGES PLEASE SEE BOOKING CONDITIONS. BOOKING: NO BOOKING WILL BE TAKEN BEFORE SATURDAY 30TH NOVEMBER 2013 ON THAT DAY BOOKINGS WILL BE TAKEN AT THE MALVERN LINK UNITED REFORMED CHURCH HALL, NEXT DOOR TO HSBC BANK BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 – 12 MIDDAY. AFTER 13.15 BOOKINGS CAN BE MADE ON 01684 574909 OR IN PERSON AT EASYTRAVEL. IT IS IMPORTANT TO COMPLETE THE BOOKING FORM PRIOR TO THE BOOKING DAY. SINGLES, AS USUAL, ARE IN SHORT SUPPLY SO EARLY BOOKING IS STRONGLY ADVISED COACH HOLIDAY TRAVEL INSURANCE Easytravel is an Appointed Representative of ITC Compliance Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Because we believe it is important for you to be adequately insured. For your protection and peace of mind, all clients who travel on our holidays are insured under a Special Coach Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme with ETI – International Travel Protection who are approved by the Financial Conduct Authority. DEMANDS AND NEEDS This insurance policy will suit the Demands and Needs of an individual ,or group(where applicable) who have no excluded pre-existing medical conditions, are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified claim limits. IMPORTANT We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information. We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes Specialty Assistance Ltd - 24-hour emergency service.The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of Cover, Policy Warranties and Exclusions will be given/forwarded with your confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the Policy Wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance. COVER Cancellation Missed Departure/Travel Delay Personal Accident Medical and other Expenses including Curtailment Additional Travelling Expenses – UK Medical Inconvenience Benefit Personal Property/Loss of Passport Personal Liability Delayed Baggage Legal Expenses 14 day Refund

SUMS INSURED UP TO £1,500 UK £100 / £60 £15,000 £2,000,000 £1,500 UK £100 (£10 per 24 hrs) £1,500/£200 £2,000,000 £100 £25,000 Insurance Premium

POLICY EXCESS Cancellation,Curtailment, Holiday Abandonment and Loss of Deposit for holidays up to and including 3 days NIL. For holidays over 3 days Loss of Deposit excess £15.00 each and every loss. For holidays over 3 days excess £50.00 each and every loss for Cancellation, Curtailment and Holiday Abandonment. Medical and Other Expenses, Additional Travelling Expenses – United Kingdom, Personal Property and Money excess £30.00 each and every incident per Insured Person, IMPORTANT HEALTH CONDITIONS If you are travelling in England, Scotland, Wales and can answer NO to questions 1 - 3 & Yes to 4 immediately below, it will not be necessary for you to complete a Self Declaring Medical Form. The Standard Policy Terms, Conditions and Exclusions shall apply. It is a condition that at the time of taking out this policy and between that time and your departure you must comply with each of the following: 1) You are not aware of any reason why the trip should be cancelled or cut short 2) You are not travelling: a) against the advice of a medical practitioner b) for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment c) if you have been given a terminal prognosis 3) You are not receiving or awaiting treatment for an illness or injury as a hospital day case or in-patient, as any claim arising from this injury or treatment will not be covered. 4) If you are on medication at the time of travel your medical condition is stable and well controlled. If you are travelling on the Isle of Man holiday the following additional conditions apply: 5) If you have received medical treatment as a hospital day case, in-patient or out-patient during the six months prior to the booking of the trip, you must obtain confirmation that you are fit enough to travel from a medical practitioner, at your own cost. 6) If you are undergoing medical treatment as a hospital out-patient at the date the final balance of the trip is due to be paid, you must at your own cost obtain a certificate of fitness confirming your ability to travel. The policy contains the following General Exclusion: YOU ARE NOT COVERED for anything caused directly or indirectly by you suffering from stress, anxiety or depression unless it has been investigated and diagnosed as such by a Consultant specialising in the relevant field, who must confirm in writing at your cost that you are fit enough to take this trip. FAILURE TO NOTIFY US OF ANYTHING THAT APPLIES COULD AFFECT ANY CLAIM MADE. KEEP THE CERTIFICATE SAFE,THIS WILL BE NEEDED IF A CLAIM IS MADE

BOOKING CONDITIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY YOUR CONTRACT IS WITH MRS RACHEL WILLIAMS TRADING AS EASYTRAVEL 1. When you make your booking you must complete a booking form accepting these conditions on behalf of all persons on the booking form and pay a non refundable deposit of £55.00 per person, £65.00 per person for the Isle of Man Holiday (please note payments made by credit card will incur a 1.6% charge).You will then be issued with a booking confirmation and your Insurance policy, please read carefully paying particular attention to the medical warranty, failure to notify us of anything that applies could affect any claim made. Easytravel is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. 2.The balance of your holiday is due 6 weeks before travel. Bookings within 6 weeks of travel require full payment (please note payments made by credit card will incur a 1.6% charge). If the balance is not paid on time, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and apply the cancellation charges set out below. 3.You or any person on the booking form may cancel your holiday at any time providing that the person making the original booking does so in writing. Cancellation charges will apply as follows: Cancellation more than 42 days before departure date – loss of deposit. Within 8 - 42 days before departure – loss of deposit and a £50.00 charge plus any charges made by the hotel. Less than 8 days before departure 100% of the total cost. If this is an insurable reason this may be recovered on the insurance included in the cost of your holiday. 4. Financial Protection – The Package Travel Regulations 1992 require us to provide security for the monies that you pay for the package holidays booked from this brochure and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this security by way of a bond held by ABTA. 5. If after booking you wish to change to another of our holidays within the same brochure we will do all we can to accommodate you, providing the request is made in writing from the person who made the original booking. 6. Please advise us of any special requests at the time of booking on the booking form under special requirements. If you have any disabilities or special needs please consult us as to the suitability of your chosen hotel. We must stress clients needing any assistance must have a responsible companion with them. 7. If you have a problem during your holiday please notify your courier/driver and the relevant supplier hotel/Easytravel who will do all they can to put things right. Easytravel is a member of ABTA with membership numbers 26458 and W2204, ABTA & ABTA members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s code of conduct. For further information about ABTA, the code of conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA Ltd, 30 Park Street, London, SE1 9EQ.Tel. 020 3117 0500 or www.abta.com 8. Changes in transport costs i.e. the cost of fuel, government taxes or exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges.You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £3.00pp together with an amount to cover agents commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option to cancel your holiday with a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. 9. We reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. An alternative holiday would be offered in the event of cancellation or a full refund would be made if the alternative were not acceptable. No holiday will be cancelled less than 28 days before departure. Minor alterations will be given to you at once. Any major changes will give you the option of cancelling without charge. Force majeure: we will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics & pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. 10. We accept responsibility for ensuring that the holiday you book with us is as described in the brochure and that the services provided reach a reasonable standard. If any part of the holiday is not provided, as stated in the brochure, we will offer you compensation up to the cost of your holiday. 11. We accept responsibility for death or injury caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees and subcontractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or in the course of their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to the client damages as may have been awarded under English law. In respect of carriage by sea and land travel and the provision of accommodation our liability will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention. 12. In the unlikely event of a travel delay of more than 4 hours i.e. breakdown or traffic conditions, Easytravel will do their very best to ensure passengers comfort at all times. If necessary this would include alternative transport and/or refreshments where possible. 13.This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English law and both parties shall submit to the jurisdiction of English courts at all times. 14. Data Protection: In order to process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run smoothly and meet your requirements we need to use the information you provide such as name, address, any special needs/dietary requirements etc. We take full responsibility for ensuring that proper security measures are in place to protect your information. When you make a booking, you consent to all the information you provide being passed on to your suppliers, wherever they may be based.

Easytravel Booking Form

ABTA No.W2204

DESTINATION ..................................................................................................................... DEPARTURE DATE ........................................ NAME/S ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... ADDRESS/S ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....................................................................................................................................... TELEPHONE ............................................................ EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER FOR NEXT OF KIN ................................................................................................................................. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... Not Guaranteed I enclose a deposit of £55.00 per person, (£65.00 per person for the Isle of Man holiday). I confirm I have read and understood the booking conditions, including the data protection policy and general information contained in the brochure. I agree to conform to the insurance warranty conditions as shown on the insurance certificate.

SIGNATURE ............................................................................................................................ DATE .............................................................. We will hold your information, where collected by us, and may use it to inform you of offers in the future or to send you brochures. If you do not wish to receive such approaches in the future, please tick this box ■ OFFICE USE: ROOM ..................... SEATS ....................... INS CERT NO...................................................................................................

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......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....................................................................................................................................... TELEPHONE ............................................................ EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER FOR NEXT OF KIN ................................................................................................................................. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... Not Guaranteed I enclose a deposit of £55.00 per person, (£65.00 per person for the Isle of Man holiday). I confirm I have read and understood the booking conditions, including the data protection policy and general information contained in the brochure. I agree to conform to the insurance warranty conditions as shown on the insurance certificate.

Publication: November 2013 Edition 1

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