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Dear Friends,

We are pleased to present our new look 2014 holiday brochure for your perusal. We are still offering our

inclusive touring holidays with hostess service on every tour along with 100% of our attention as most of

our clients have become accustomed to. For your convenience please remember we offer door to door

pickups on all our extended tours.

Two of our Scottish tours next year will be operated with a modern coach offering top quality full executive

facilities which will still include our well known onboard refreshments served on Staffordshire china just

like the service you receive on the classic coaches. Once again we have chosen top quality hotels for our

holidays and along with all the inclusions we offer in the itinerary, we hope you will take this into

consideration when comparing prices.

Remember coach touring has the advantage of a professional driver and hostess throughout your holiday

to look after your every need, enjoying fantastic panoramic views and no worry about driving, so sit back

relax and let Goodwins Coaches take care of everything.

Hopefully you will find something of interest to entice you onto one of our tours. We have some new and

exciting destinations as well as the old favourites. We look forward to your call at our booking office and the

pleasure of your company on an extended holiday or day excursion.

Goodwins Classic CoachesLyntown Trading Estate186 Old Wellington RoadEcclesManchesterM30 9QG

Booking Line: 0161 789 4545www.gogoodwins.co.uk


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Go Goodwins HistoryA brief history of Go Goodwins Coaches and the traditions of Regency RoadPullman Touring Company that it preserves in the form of Goodwins ClassicCoaches.

Goodwins Classic Coaches FleetMeet the coaches, view the seating plans and learn a little about each one andtheir history.

Goodwins Classic Coaches Fully Inclusive Holiday ItinerariesA comprehensive guide to our Fully Inclusive, Door to Door Service Holidays.Itineraries are detailed in full so you can see the value that your all inclusiveholiday holds and what activities await you on one of our thoughtfully plannedtours.

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Christmas Markets in Germany 2013

Christmas on the Isle of Wight 2013

Winter Landscapes in the Trossachs

Springtime on the Cornish Coast

Springtime in the Scottish Borders

Llandudno Extravaganza and 5 Star Luxury

Springtime in Charming Sidmouth

Nottingham Delights and the AEC Rally

Splendour of the Scottish Highlands

The Ayrshire Coast & The Islands of Bute & Arran

Portsmouth, Southsea and the Wartime Farm

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About Goodwins Classic Coaches Day Excursions

Just a sneak peek at the Excursions that are planned for early 2014 andinformationabout Pick Up Points for our Complimentary Feeder Service on DayExcursions, and remember all our Fully Inclusive Holidays are Door to DoorService.

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Goodwins Classic Coaches is part of Go Goodwins, a family business

with three generations of Goodwins involved in its day to day

operations. Now in his seventies, Alan Goodwin is the eldest of the

trio. He still provides advice for his son Geoff, Geoff’s wife Suzanne,

grandson Wesley and Wesley’s wife Sally, who manage the business

today.

Go Goodwins operate a fleet of 10 modern coaches for Private Hire

and are our proud holders of the contract with the

English Cricket Board, responsible for the transportation of the team

and their opponents when in the UK. All of our front line coaches

prominently carry the ECB logo.

Complimenting their private hire business they operate bus services

tendered through TfGM in the Greater Manchester area with there

dedicated fleet of 25 buses.

When it comes to wanting to know you are in the safe hands of your

coach and driver you need look no further than Goodwins. Proud of

their fleets and contracts they ensure down to the last detail that both

the coaches themselves and the drivers qualifications are maintained

to exacting standards. Both on site training facilities and workshops

for the coaches ensure that all regulations are complied with and are

done so under their own control.

In addition to the buses and coaches operated there are a number of

other vehicles owned that are worthy of note and the pride of

ownership of which led to Goodwins Classic Coaches. A fleet of 9

classic coaches dating from the early 1950s through to the early

1980s of varying manufacture.

Regency Road Pullman Touring Company as many of you will

remember set a bench mark for classic coach holidays and with the

ambition of Goodwins to carry on that standard with the purchase of

their coaches they are working with the same enthusiasm they have

in the other aspects of their business to continue to provide Classic

Coach tours to outstanding places of interest, staying at hotels of

proven good quality, offering the same quality of courier service

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Day Excursions, Tours and High Profile Rugby, Football and Ice

Hockey Teams

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Introducing Goodwins Classic Coach Fleet

C1 ECB - DAF Powered Van Hool T916

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A modern touring coach, with the

same quality hostess service and tableware as provided on our

vintage coaches.

ew to us in 2009 this Vanhool T916 is a full team coach.

It has been driven by Geoff Goodwin on two Ashes Tours carrying

the Australian Cricket team.

G1 ECB - Van Hool TX16 Astron

Painted in the distinctive Goodwins livery, this 2013 Vanhool TX16

Astron is a 53 seat full executive coach used for the incoming

cricket teams for the England and Wales cricket board. It has

reclining leather seats, pull down tables, cup holders and onboard

facilities used for day excursions.

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Lady Carol JRV 500F

1967 AEC Reliance Duple Commander III

Built in 1968 this Duple Commander 111 has an AEC 505 engine

and was new to Byngs of Portsmouth and sold to Spiers of Henley

in 1972. When Spiers closed their doors in 1985 it was stored

away until 2012 when the AEC society approached us to save 2

coaches from going to the scrap yard (the other one being XOT

104). It took 3 months to restore at a cost of £50,000. We now take

pleasure in using this vehicle on our private hire and excursion

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Lady Sarah EUU 117JBuilt in 1971 new to Glenton tours of London specifically for

continental touring for this unique touring coach company.

Owned by Regency Tours in Cheshire the vehicle has worked on a

busy continental programme visiting the North Cape of Norway on

many occasions and has also travelled to Russia twice along with

Germany, Switzerland France, Ireland and most of the UK. It has

now passed into the hands of Goodwins Coaches who have fully

restored the vehicle ready for another few years touring.

Lord Clive HYR 175WAgain this vehicle was built for Glenton tours of London and

passed through the hands of various owners before Regency

Tours restored the vehicle to use on their holiday programme,

again throughout the continent and in the UK. Goodwins coaches

have now got the vehicle and restored it to their high standard.

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Day Excursions - January to March 2014

16th January

£19.00 Adults - £17.00 Senior Citizens

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OSWALDTWISTLE WINTER BLUES with 3 Course Lunch Included

LICHFIELD MARKET & STAFFORDSHIRE DELIGHTS

WINTER WONDERLAND IN WALES WITH LUNCH

ALBERT DOCK & LIVERPOOL ONE

PENDLE WITCH EXPERIENCE & OSWALDTWISTLE

SHAKESPEARE'S STRATFORD UPON AVON

SKIPTON MARKET & FOULRIDGE TEA CRUISE

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Day Excursion Pick Up PointsFor your convenience Goodwins Classic Coaches operate a complimentary feeder service for Day

Excursions from various pick up points over a large area both on the morning of departure and on the

return. We regret any unforseeable delays but please be reminded this is a free courtesy service to help

you join the coach. When planning your chosen day excursion allow plenty of time to get to your

preferred pick up point on the morning of your trip. You can arrange collection from any of the pick up

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Bus Stop outside Aldi

Bus Stop outside Selfridges

Outside Nags Head

Bus Stop outside Sainsbury's

The Mall - Bus Stop outside Quality Save

Bus Stop opposite the Grey Hound

Bus Stop on Ashton Lane opposite The Birches

Bus Stop at Trafford Magistrates Courts

The Legh Arms

The Pelican

Stonemasons

Barrington Road

The Wendover

Rope & Anchor

Dog & Partridge

Bus Stop at the Shops

Fir Grove Hotel

Co op, Knutsford Road

Mulberry Tree

Main Shops, Northwich Road

Anne's Cake Shop

Police Station

Co op, Middlewich Road

Gadbrook Road Bus Stop

Eccles

Trafford Centre

Davy Hulme

Urmston

Stretford

Partington

Ashton on Mersey

Sale

Sale Moor

Timperley

Timperley Village

Altrincham

Brooklands

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Latchford Village

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Many holiday companies offer German Christmas market breaks. Our

market tour is a 6 day ‘Holiday’ with many extras and has proven very

popular over the last 6 years. Cologne is without doubt the best place to

go with 5 markets all accessible and we shall be staying at our usual hotel

the ‘Maritim’ just five minutes walk from the famous Cathedral and the

Christmas markets overlooking the River Rhine. All breakfasts and 3

course evening dinners with tea and coffee are included along with this

wonderful festive atmosphere only found in Germany.

Day 1, Sun 1st Dec

Approx 135 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals = SN

Day 2, Mon 2nd Dec

Approx 190 Miles, Hotel Meals =

B, D, Coach Meals = Lunch

Day 3, Tue 3rd Dec

Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D

Day 4, Wed 4th Dec

Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals =B, D

Day 5, Thur 5th Dec

Joining the coach you will no doubt meet up with old

friends from previous tours. We leave Cheshire and motor along the M62

towards Leeds stopping for a lunch break at the White Rose shopping

centre(NIIP). Later in the afternoon we shall arrive in Hull to board the ferry

for Rotterdam. Time to settle in to your outside cabin before enjoying dinner

on board all included. There is plenty of entertainment on board ship for your

enjoyment.

Breakfast will be included this morning then leaving the

ferry we make our way through Holland stopping for a coffee break at a small

Dutch cafe. A light lunch will be served on the coach today with warming

soup as we travel through pleasant countryside and over the border into

Germany. On arrival at the hotel you will have time to relax and explore this

wonderful hotel before dinner is served.

A leisurely breakfast over, enjoy a free day at your leisure

to look round the shops of Germany’s most popular city. Take in the lovely

atmosphere of the markets or take the opportunity of using the hotels leisure

facilities. After dinner you may wish to join us to visit a musical evening in a

traditional German bar by the Rhine.

After breakfast we shall join our fellow travellers to

walk up to the railway station for our train ride to Bonn to see the shops and

the Christmas markets here. You will have approximately 3 hours to see the

sights before returning on the train back to Cologne. Time to rest before

dinner.

Breakfast over we sadly have to say farewell to our

hosts and make our way through the Dutch countryside back to Rotterdam

for our overnight sailing to Hull. Various stops will be made along the way

today and lunch will be served on the coach. Once on board the ferry enjoy

your evening meal all inclusive.

After a hearty breakfast on board ship we join our coach

once again for our journey home. A coffee stop will be made at the Cedar

Hotel near Huddersfield before arriving back in Cheshire at lunch time.

Approx 190 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D,

Coach Meals = B/L

Day 6, Fri 6th Dec

Approx 135 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = Coffee

The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £106

Tour No. Date Out Date Ret SRS Bal Due Cancel Date Hotel Grade DBB/BB Tea Fac in Rm Lift Coach Meals Passport Rq'd Ferry Accom Ferry Meals

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Christmas Markets in Germany 2013Staying at the Maritim Hotel, CologneAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£641

6 Days Classic Coach Travel - Sunday 1st December to Friday 6th December

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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Train Ride

To Bonn, Outside Cabins With Side By Side Beds, Coffee Day 2, Coffee Day

6, Porterage & Choice Of Menu.

Items included in the Tour Price

The Hotel

The Maritim in Cologne must be one of the very best, situated on the

bank of the Rhine and within a stone’s throw of the cathedral, the

Christmas market and shops. Your meals will be served in the elegant

restaurant in relaxing surroundings. To compliment the building many

facilities are available from bars to a leisure centre with pool, a natural

sauna and steam room. Pamper yourself with this little bit of luxury at

Christmas time.

Your Coach

EUU 117J

Booking Line 0161 789 4545

We invite you to come and enjoy the Christmas festivities with goodcompany, good food and entertainment. Delight in special menus &decorations all prepared for your sheer enjoyment for a wonderfulChristmas by the sea. There will be a full entertainments programmeat the hotel along with excursions on the coach giving you theopportunity to explore this lovely island full of charm and character.

Day 1, Mon 23rd Dec

Approx 250 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals =MC/B, BL

Day 2, Tue 24th Dec

Approx 30 Miles, Hotel Meals = Full Board

Day 3, Wed 25th Dec

Approx 0 Miles, Hotel Meals = Full Board

Day 4, Thur 26th Dec

Departing Cheshire early morning we make ourway south stopping for coffee on the coach with a warming tot. We willalso serve a picnic lunch on the coach to you during our journey. Theafternoon takes us down the M40 & A34 to Newbury & Winchester beforearriving in Portsmouth for our 30 minute sailing to Fishbourne on theisland. On arrival at the hotel time to settle in before dinner followed bysome light entertainment, giving you chance to meet and chat to old andnew friends.

Enjoy a morning run into Newport, the capital of theisland, time to browse through the shops before returning to the hotel fora light lunch served in the restaurant. During the afternoon relax in thelounge and watch the world go by with a cup of tea and cake whilst youwork out some of those baffling brain teasers. Early evening partake in aglass of wine with your friends whilst listening to your favourite Christmascarols this will be followed by a candlelit dinner and entertainment withmusic for dancing.

Afteranother traditional breakfast sit and chat with friends maybe join in thequizzes in the lounge overlooking the sea. At 12pm join the staff for aglass of sparkling wine with Christmas carols and a visit from someonevery special !! Before a traditional Christmas lunch. You may wish towatch the Queens speech at 3pm with tea and coffee in the lounge andlater on this evening Enjoy a tasty buffet supper as your evening continueswith entertainment.

A morning run will take us toRosemary’s vineyard for a talk on the wine tasting and a little sample ortwo. A cup of hot chocolate or coffee will be served here included in theprice before heading back to the hotel for the Trouville’s boxing day grandbuffet. Enjoy another afternoon of fun and bingo with tea and Christmas

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

BOXING DAY

cake in the lounge. Time to relax before our farewell dinner followed byentertainment with prize giving for the winner of the quizzes in theballroom with music and entertainment.

Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we makeour homeward journey sailing back to Portsmouth & stopping for a lightlunch with warming soup on the coach on the M40. As we motor back upthe M6 a stop will be made for a cup of tea arriving home early eveningafter I hope, a very enjoyable Christmas holiday.

Approx 30 Miles, Hotel Meals= Full Board, Coach Meals = Hot Choc

Day 5, Fri 27th Dec

Approx 250 Miles,Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = BL



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Christmas on the Isle of Wight 2013Staying at the Trouville Hotel, SandownAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£535

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 23rd December to Friday 27th December

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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Full

Board Christmas Package At Hotel, Hot Chocolate & Wine Tasting On

Day 4 Porterage & Choice Of Menu.


The Hotel

We are staying at the Trouville Hotel once again which has becomeincreasingly popular with our clients. All bedrooms have the addedbonus of sea views with the exception of single rooms, as the hotel issituated on Sandown seafront, all have ensuite facilities with TV, teamaking facilities & telephone. A lift serves all floors for yourconvenience & there is an indoor bowls room & trymnasium. It is wellsituated just a few minutes walk from the town & boasts of beautifulviews across Sandown Bay. There will be live musical entertainmenteach evening.

Your Coach

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Drymen is an ideal base to explore this picturesque region of

Scotland, the heart of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs national

park with the added bonus of the Scottish winter scenes. During

our stay we will visit The Trossachs, take a cruise on Loch

Katrine & enjoy ‘The Falkirk Wheel’ plus a visit to the Glengoyne

Whisky Distillery. This tour will be operated on a modern coach.

Day 1, Mon 24th Feb:

Approx 240 Miles, Hotel Meals

= D, Coach Meals = MC/B, SN

Day 2, Tue 25th Feb:

Approx 40

Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D.

Day 3, Wed 26th Feb:

Approx 80 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Lunch,

Sherry

Day 4, Thur 27th Feb:

Join our coach as we head north and a stop willbe made for coffee & shortbread on the coach. Journeying north we crossthe border stopping at Moffat for lunch (NIIP). Feeling refreshed theremainder of the afternoon takes us north by passing Glasgow to Balloch& onto the village of Drymen & the Buchanan Arms hotel with ample timeto settle in before dinner is served.

A morning visit will be taken at the GlengoyneWhisky distillery in the neighbouring village, experience a whisky distillerytour with a wee dram of a superb malt whisky before returning to thevillage of Drymen with time to explore this small but tranquil and beautifulvillage. Enjoy the leisure facilities or relax before dinner.

After breakfast we set off for a day of outstandingscenery with expansive lochs, wide valleys and mountain peaks as wemotor through the heart of the Trossachs to Loch Katrine to enjoy apeaceful cruise around the Loch made famous by Sir Walter Scott & the‘Lady of the Lake’. Lunch will be included here before spending some timein the popular tourist village of Aberfoyle. Sherry and shortbread will beserved on the coach before returning to the hotel in time for dinner.

After breakfast our coach will take us acrosscountry to Falkirk for a trip on the Falkirk Wheel, this is an exceptional featof engineering designed to reconnect the Forth and the Clyde canal andthe Union canal. The 50 minute journey lifts the boat up to join the Unioncanal 35 metres above and allows the boat to sail smoothly from the



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Winter Landscapes in the TrossachsStaying at the Buchanan Arms Hotel, DrymenAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£319

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 24th February - Friday 28th February

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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, Porterage

& Choice Of Menu. Cruise On Loch Katrine, Glengoyne Whisky Tour, Ride

On The Falkirk Wheel, Lunch On Day 3 & 5.


The Hotel

The Buchanan Arms Hotel is ideally situated in the quiet village of Drymen,

this beautiful old establishment has been modernised yet retains

traditional bars & log fires, offering friendly efficient service & hospitality.

All rooms are ensuite with TV, telephone, hairdryer & tea tray. The

restaurant serves an excellent standard of cuisine along with friendly

efficient service. The hotel is full of Scottish character. For your added

enjoyment there is an indoor swimming pool with Sauna and gymnasium.

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO LIFT BUT SOME GROUND FLOOR ROOMS

AVAILABLE.

Falkirk Wheel. Afternoon tea will be served on the coach during ourjourney back to the hotel.

Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we shallmotor south stopping at the Annandale Arms hotel for lunch all included inthe town of Moffat. As we join the M6 a stop will be made for a cup of teaon the coach arriving home early evening.

Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B,D.

Coach Meals = AF/T

Day 5, Fri 28th Feb:

Approx 240 Miles. Hotel

Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Lunch, AF/T.

Your Coach

C1 ECB


‘Spring’ into Cornwall with this fantastic All Inclusive package !

Enjoy Cornwall’s magnificent golden sandy beaches, breathtaking

views from cliff tops, quaint old harbours & villages. This tour is ideal

for exploring some of the pretty coves of Cornwall & the tourist

attractions of the Bodmin & Wenford Steam Railway, along with

some of the popular seaside resorts.

Day 1, Mon 24th Mar:

Approx

300 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals = MC/B & BL

Day 2, Tue 25th Mar:

Approx 50 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = B/L

Day 3, Wed 26th Mar:

Approx 50 Miles, Hotel Meals =B, Lunch & D

Day 4, Thur 27th Mar:

Leaving Cheshire early morning we stop for

coffee & shortbread on the coach, as our journey takes us south we will

stop & serve you with a picnic lunch on the coach. As the afternoon

closes we motor into Cornwall following the A30 and arriving at the

Esplanade hotel where a warm friendly welcome awaits, a Cornish

cream tea will be served whilst your luggage is taken to your room. Time

to settle in to your room before a sumptuous dinner is served.

After a leisurely breakfast we shall join our coach

for a short ride into the city of Truro with time to look round the shops or

the cathedral. A picnic lunch will be served on the coach at Gyllyngvase

beach at the popular seaside resort of Falmouth with time for a stroll.

Back to the hotel with time to relax or enjoy a swim before dinner is

served.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before leaving the

hotel mid morning for a gentle ride through the Cornish countryside to

Bodmin for a ride on the Bodmin & Wenford Steam railway, which is

Cornwall’s only standard gauge railway still operated by steam

locomotives and the trains run through delightful scenery. We will return

to the hotel for a hot buffet lunch and a free afternoon to explore Newquay

or you may wish to relax in the hotel and enjoy the views before dinner.

After breakfast we shall take a leisurely run along

the coast to Perranporth with time to look round this pleasant seaside

resort. Continuing a scenic ride along the Cornish Coast to Portreath for a

sandwich lunch on the coach before rejoining the main A30 at Hayle for

our Journey to visit Healy’s Cornish Cider Farm. On arrival back at the The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £78


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Springtime on the Cornish CoastStaying at the Esplanade Hotel, Fistral BeachAll Inclusive Holiday Travelling aboard Lady Sarah

£385

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 24th March - Friday 28th March

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All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions,

Porterage, Train Ride On Day 3, Coffee At Jamaica Inn. Complimentary

Bar Each Evening between 6pm and 9pm, Lunch On 4 Days.


The Hotel

The Esplanade hotel is situated overlooking the wonderful Fistral beach inthe quieter and more relaxed area of Newquay and offers excellentaccommodation with the added bonus of an indoor heated swimmingpool with sauna and Jacuzzi. All rooms have TV, telephone & tea makingfacilities and the restaurant has an extremely high standard of cuisine.Enjoy your evening meal whilst watching the sun go down over the oceanwaves. There is a lift to all floors for your convenience. Entertainment willbe provided on 2 nights during your stay. As this holiday is All Inclusivethere will be a complimentary bar between 6pm and 9pm each evening onselected brands and lunch will be provided every day and a Cornishthemed dinner menu one evening.

hotel time to relax before dinner and entertainment.

As we say farewell to our hosts and start our

journey North a stop will be made at the famous Jamaica Inn for coffee

(all included). A stop will be made for lunch (NIIP) at Sanders Garden

centre to break our homeward journey. A cup of tea and cakes will be

served during our journey back home arriving in Cheshire early evening.

Approx 50 Miles,

Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = B/L

Day 5, Fri 28th Mar:

Approx 300 Miles, Hotel Meals = B, Coach Meals = MC/B & AF/T

Your Coach

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Peebles is in a very attractive setting, the local motto is 'Peebles

for pleasure'. The small town has riverside parklands & a

spacious high street with art & craft shops plus many historic

attractions within the area. We will be visiting some of the lovely

border towns with plenty of history combined with the serenity of

this beautiful area in the Scottish Lowlands, this is also the

perfect location to visit Abbotsford House and the Royal Yacht

Britannia. This tour will be operated with a modern coach.

Day 1, Mon 21st April:

Approx 220 miles. Hotel

Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B, SN

Day 2, Tue 22nd April:

Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.

Coach Meals = AF/T

Day 3, Wed 23rd April:

Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = Ice cream

Leaving Cheshire this morning we head north

up the M6 with a stop for coffee & muffins on the coach. Once over the

border we will make a stop for lunch at the famous village of Gretna Green

(NIIP). The afternoon see's us cut across pretty countryside following the

A7 through Teviotdale to Hawick and Peebles with time to settle in to the

Tontine hotel before a sumptuous dinner.

Enjoy the morning at leisure to explore this

lovely town, take a stroll by the river, visit the beautiful church or take

advantage of the lovely individual shops. During the afternoon we will

take a run out to Selkirk with tea and cakes on the coach before returning

back to the hotel for dinner.

Joining our coach after breakfast our first visit

will be made in the Border town of Melrose before visiting Abbotsford

House home to the great Sir Walter Scott who was famous for some his

classics including Rob Roy, Lady of the Lake and the Bride of Lammermoor

to name but a few. The house has undergone extensive refurbishment

and has access to a new visitor centre. Abbotsford provides a fantastic

experience for visitors with all the history of the house combined with

beautiful formal gardens and riverside walks. Later on this afternoon we

will visit Jedburgh and the Woollen mill for some shopping and an ice

cream included in the tour price then back to the hotel in time for dinner.



1403 21st Apr 25th Apr £20 3rd Mar 21st Feb 3* DBB Yes No Yes No No No

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No

Springtime in the Scottish BordersStaying at the Tontine Hotel, PeeblesAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£399

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 21st April - Friday 25th April

12


Entrance To Abbotsford House, Entrance To Royal Yacht Britannia,

Lunch At The Annandale Hotel On Day 5.


The HotelThe Hotel

The Tontine is a small family run hotel and has been tastefully

renovated. All 36 rooms are ensuite with TV, hairdryer trouser press

and tea making facilities. Relax in the Tweedale shoot bar before

traditional Scottish fayre is served in the Adam room restaurant most

of all enjoy the high quality of service and Scottish hospitality this hotel

has to offer. PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO LIFT

Day 4, Thur 24th April:

Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach

Meals = SN

Day 5, Fri 25th April:


Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch, AF/T

A full day excursion takes us to Leith watersidefor a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, here you will explore 5 decks with aself led audio tour of this beautiful Royal ship. This normally takesapproximately 2 hours then back into the city of Edinburgh for the rest ofthe afternoon. Fresh fruit and biscuits served on the coach on our wayback to Peebles.

Leaving our hosts this morning we head southdriving through the countryside of the Scottish lowlands stopping at thepleasant town of Moffat for our lunch at the Annandale Arms which willbe included today in the tour price. Feeling refreshed we are soon on ourway home via the A74 & M6. A cup of tea will be served on board thecoach before arriving home early evening.

Your Coach

C1 ECB


The Llandudno Extravaganza was founded back in 1986. There are

vehicle parades, street entertainers, brass bands playing, barrel

organs playing in the streets where the fair is. The local shop

keepers are dressed in Edwardian costume which all helps to make

this a wonderful weekend with so much to see and do for young and

old alike. You will also have the enjoyment of driving through the

scenic Welsh Countryside in the spring and staying at one of the very

best hotels in Llandudno. So treat yourselves and be pampered for a

few days in this lovely Victorian seaside resort.

Day 1, Fri 2nd May:

Approx 60

Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach Meals = SN.

Day 2, Sat 3rd May:

Hotel Meals = B, D

Day 3, Sun 4th May:

Hotel Meals = B, D

Leaving Cheshire mid morning we make our way to the

popular town of Mold with time for lunch (NIIP) and a look round. During the

afternoon a pleasant country run takes us through the scenic Vale of Clwyd to

St Asaph along the coast and on to the popular Victorian seaside resort of

Llandudno and the superb 5 star St George hotel. You will have ample time to

settle into your room before a sumptuous dinner is served.

Today will be a free day to enjoy the delights of

Llandudno with the added bonus of the Edwardian Extravaganza. You may

wish to visit the rally (admission included) with various old vehicles and

steam engines which could bring back a few memories or stroll through the

town with old fashioned stalls and the fair is on in the town centre with old

barrel organs playing. With staying in Llandudno you may wish to relax in the

seafront lounge and watch the world go by. Enjoy another tasty dinner this

evening.

After a leisurely breakfast spend another day at

leisure, watch the parades, stroll along the pier and enjoy all the festivities.

Relax in the wonderful hotel surroundings or enjoy the leisure facilities before

dinner.The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £99


1404 2nd May 5th May £90 24th Mar 14th Mar 5* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No

O/Night Bag

No

Llandudno Extravaganza & 5 Star LuxuryStaying at the St Georges Hotel, LlandudnoAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£399

4 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 2nd May - Monday 5th May

13

All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, 5 Star

Accomodation, Entrance To Bodafon Rally Field On Day 2 & 3. Ride On

Model Railway & Lunch, Choice Of Menu And Porterage.


The Hotel

The amazing and sumptuous 5 star St George’s hotel was built as the first

luxury hotel in Llandudno, a tradition that continues today. Splendid

facilities and elegant décor can be seen in all ensuite rooms which have

TV, telephone and tea facilities. There is free WI FI in all public areas and a

lift to all floors for your convenience. The Terrace restaurant enjoys

spectacular views of Llandudno Bay and has a great reputation for

excellent cuisine. The St Georges hotel insists on only the finest local

foods cooked in season when taste and quality are at their optimum .

Day 4, Mon 5th May:

Approx 90 Miles. Hotel Meals

= B. Coach Meals = SN

Breakfast over we join our coach for a scenic ride

through the Conway Valley to Betws-Y-Coed. We shall visit the wonderful

model railway here and your tour price includes a short ride on the miniature

train and visit the museum. You will have the added bonus of enjoying

sandwiches, chips, Ice cream and tea. Our homeward journey will take us via

the stage coach road through Llangollen.

Your Coach

EUU 117J


Here at the heart of the heritage coast is scenery that has made

England the envy of the world, a profusion of thatched villages.

Lush green valleys and beautiful coastal scenery. Within all this

lovely countryside stands Sidmouth, a small unhurried and

unspoilt resort of charm and elegance. It stands between two

grassy headlands and its long flat promenade is overlooked by

dignified regency buildings. The town is renowned for its

colourful floral delights, which can be seen everywhere and for

which the town won many awards.

Day 1, Fri 9th May:

Approx 220 Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach

Meals = MC/B, SN

Day 2, Sat 10th May:

Hotel Meals = B, D

Day 3, Sun 11th May:

Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D

Day 4, Mon 12th May:

Boarding the coach you are soon on your way via

the M6 stopping at the services for morning coffee on the coach, as we

join the M5 travelling through Somerset a lunch stop will be made at

Sanders Garden centre (NIIP). On our way again following the country

route from Exeter we soon find ourselves arriving in Sidmouth and the

Royal York & Faulkner hotel. Ample time to settle in to your room before

dinner is served.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before having the day

to explore this delightful seaside resort full of charm and old fashioned

character. Enjoy the individual shops, parks and lovely coastal walks or

relax in the hotel lounge and watch the world go by. Enjoy another

sumptuous dinner this evening.

After breakfast our coach takes us along the

coast visiting the historic resort of Lyme Regis which used to be an

important fishing port. After lunch (NIIP) we shall take a short ride to

Seaton and enjoy the miniature tramway. Then onto the Donkey

sanctuary and enjoy a cream tea before returning to the hotel with time to

relax before dinner.

Enjoy a morning run to the neighbouring resort

of Exmouth to enjoy a cruise on the river Exe then off in to the town with

time to wander round the shops and have lunch (NIIP). Enjoy a free The Average Daily all inclusive cost is approx: £87


1405 9th May 13th May Nil 28th Mar 18th Mar 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No

O/Night Bag

No

Springtime in Charming SidmouthStaying at the Royal York & Faulkner HotelAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£435

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 9th May - Tuesday 13th May

14

All Refreshments As Stated Above, All Sightseeing Excursions, River

Cruise, Ride On Seaton Tramway. Plus Donkey Sanctuary & Cream Tea,

Porterage & Choice Of Menu.


The Hotel

This magnificent regency building dating from 1810 enjoys an unrivalled

position at the centre of Sidmouth’s elegant esplanade adjacent to the

picturesque town centre. Owned and personally run by the Hook family for

three generations the hotel has earned a long standing reputation for

hospitality and service. The spacious ground floor offers three beautifully

decorated lounges in which to relax. The restaurant retains the traditional

high standards of silver service menus combining the best of both classic

and modern cuisine. Two lifts serve all floors and the well appointed rooms

have ensuite facilities and all amenities. There will be some nightly

entertainment provided on some nights.

afternoon back in beautiful Sidmouth before our farewell dinner this

evening.

Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we

motor North stopping for a picnic lunch on the coach today. As we by pass

Birmingham and join the M6 we will arrive home early evening.

Approx 40 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D

Day 5, Tue 13th May:

Approx

220 Miles. Hotel Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch

Your Coach

EUU 117J


Day 1, Fri 23rd May:

Approx

100 Miles. Hotel Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B

Day 2, Sat 24th May:

Approx 30

Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.

Day 3, Sun 25th May:

Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals =

AF/T

Departing Cheshire early morning we take a

scenic run over the Cat and Fiddle to Buxton for coffee and scones on

the coach. A country route will take us to Crich Tramway museum to

visit the wonderful extravaganza of transport at this open air museum.

Admission is included and there will be time for lunch (NIIP) before

carrying on our journey to the fine Robin Hood city of Nottingham and

the Mercure hotel in time for dinner and a good nights sleep.

After a hearty breakfast to set you up for the

day you will have a choice of joining our AEC as we make our way to

the AEC rally at Newark showground. Enjoy the day browsing at this

large selection of old classic vehicles lovingly restored by various

individuals and enthusiasts. Or you could stay in the city of

Nottingham famous for its lace making and enjoy the shops and

various museums. Late afternoon we head back to the hotel with time

to make use of the leisure facilities or relax before dinner.

Leaving the hotel after breakfast this morning

we shall head back to the rally field for the morning and watch the

vehicle parade. During the afternoon we shall make a direct route

home. Approx 90 Miles.



1406 23rd May 25th May £55 11th Apr 2nd Apr 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No

O/Night Bag

No

Nottingham Delights and the AEC RallyStaying at the Mercure Hotel, NottinghamAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£249

3 Days Classic Coach Travel - Friday 23rd May - Sunday 25th May

15


Entrance To Crich And Aec Rally. Porterage & Choice Of Menu.


The Hotel

The Mercure hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city of

Nottingham. Located in the Lace Market area of the city just minutes

away from the castle dating back to 1822 and the old market square.

Luxury soft furnishings alongside the finest points of Georgian

architecture make this hotel the perfect place to stay on this short

break. All rooms are ensuite with TV, WIFI, telephone and hospitality

tray and there is a lift to all floors. For your added enjoyment there are

full leisure facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi

and gymnasium.

Your Coach

EUU 117J


Join us on this new tour for the AEC rally at Newark. Enthusiasts along with ordinary holiday makers will enjoy this

short break through Derbyshire to Nottinghamshire taking in the pleasant scenery and enjoy a visit to the Crich

tramway museum. The AEC rally is held at the Newark showground boasting a host of delightful old vehicles lovingly

restored for your enjoyment to browse around.

Majestic scenery awaits you on this wonderful tour through the Scottish

Highlands, plus a magnificent castle in a wonderful setting and a world

famous historic garden along with. Lochs, glens and beautiful coastal

scenery all helps to make this tour a must for everyone. A visit to Dunrobin

Castle and Inverewe gardens will be included in the price of this tour.

Day 1, Wed 4th June:

Approx 250 Miles, Hotel Meals = D, Coach Meals

= MC/B & SN

Day 2, Thur 5th June:

Approx 90 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach

Meals = AF/T

Day 3, Fri 6th June:

Approx

60 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = Lunch

Day 4, Sat 7th June:

Hotel Meals = B & D

Day 5, Sun 8th June:

Leaving Cheshire early morning we head north stopping formorning coffee & biscuits onboard the coach. A lunch stop will be made at the populartown of Moffat (NIIP) before motoring towards the outskirts of Glasgow, joining theA9 we by pass Stirling and Perth before arriving at Fishers hotel in Pitlochry for ourovernight stay. Time to relax or take a stroll before dinner is served. Your overnight bagwill be required this evening.

We will spend a short amount of time in this popular townbefore joining our coach for our journey North. Our route see’s us travelling throughdramatic Scottish scenery into the Highlands stopping in the well known town ofAviemore at the foot of the Cairngorms for lunch (NIIP). We then drive over theDrumochter Pass with the ever changing Highland scenery stopping for a visit to theCulloden Battle field. A cup of tea will be served on the coach here before arriving inthe village of Beauly and a warm welcome at the Priory hotel. Time to settle into yourrooms before dinner is served.

After breakfast we join our coach for a day of outstandingcoastal scenery as we travel North to Dornoch with its 13th century cathedral. A lightlunch will be served on the coach here before continuing to the spectacular DunrobinCastle with its fairytale spires, turrets and one of Britain’s oldest continuouslyinhabited houses dating back to the early 1300’s. We shall arrive back at the hotelwith time to relax before dinner is served. Entrance to castle included today.

Due to drivers hours and regulations today will be a free day torelax and enjoy the delightful pretty village of Beauly maybe take a stroll along theshores of the Beauly Firth. You will also have the opportunity of catching the local businto the city of Inverness, with its vibrant shops, museums and the River Ness Walk.Once again another sumptuous dinner this evening.

Another day of outstanding beauty as we leave the hotel afterbreakfast and travel through Strath Garve to Corrieshalloch and Dundonnell for coffeeat the Dundonnell hotel. Following the shores of Little Loch Broom we enjoy theoutstanding North Coast scenery of Easter Ross to Inverewe Gardens againadmission included today. Ample time to visit this historical botanical Garden famousfor its exotic plants and widely regarded as one of the most beautiful gardens inScotland. The afternoon part of the tour takes us past Loch Maree and Glen Docherty.

Time to relax before dinner after a superb day in the Highlands. Remember yourcameras.

As we say farewell to our hosts at the Priory Hotel we take ascenic run along the shores of Loch Ness stopping for a lunch break (NIIP) in FortWilliam. During the afternoon take in more breathtaking scenery of Glencoe anddesolate Rannoch Moor. A stop will be made for a glass of wine whilst enjoying thewonderful area of Scotland. We shall arrive at the Holiday Inn at East Kilbride for ourovernight stop with time to relax before dinner.

Sadly we say farewell to Scotland this morning & retrace oursteps South. A stop will be made at the Annandale Arms Hotel in Moffat for lunch allinclusive before crossing back across the border & joining the M6. A cup of tea will beserved on the coach before arriving home in the evening.

Approx 140 Miles, Hotel Meals = B & D, Coach Meals = MC/B &

SN

Day 6, Mon 9th June:

Approx 180 Miles, Hotel Meals =

B & D, Coach Meals = SN

Day 7, Tue 10th June:

Approx 220 Miles, Hotel

Meals = B, Coach Meals = Lunch & AF/T



1407 4th June 10th June £60 28th Apr 18th Apr 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No No No

O/Night Bag

Yes

Splendour of the Scottish HighlandsStaying at the Priory Hotel, BeaulyAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£629

7 Days Classic Coach Travel - Wednesday 4th June - Tuesday 10th June

16


Admission To Dunrobin Castle & Inverewe Gardens, Coffee At

Dundonnell Hotel, Lunch At Annandale Hotel, Porterage.


The Hotel

The Priory hotel is the main stay for this tour situated in the small

village of Beauly, the family home of Lord Lovatt (the first man to cross

Pegasus Bridge on 5th June 1944.This is a small family run hotel with

traditional values and highland hospitality offering excellent cuisine

and a warm welcome. A lift serves all floors and all rooms are ensuite

with TV and tea tray.

Your Coach

EUU 117J


Explore this pretty area of the South west coast of Scotland with

stunning sea and landscapes as you visit the Isle of Bute and the

Isle of Arran known as Scotland in miniature. We have also

included a visit to Culzean Castle, a Robert Adam 18th century

masterpiece situated on the dramatic cliff tops of the Ayrshire

coast and Mount Stuart house and gardens at Rothesay on the Isle

of Bute.

Day 1, Mon 14th July:

Approx 220 Miles. Hotel Meals =

D. Coach Meals = MC/B, SN

Day 2, Tue 15th July:


Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = AF/T

Day 3, Wed 16th July:

Approx 80 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals

= SN

Leaving Cheshire this morning we head north upthe M6 with a stop for coffee & muffins on the coach. Once over the borderwe will make a stop for lunch in the town of Dumfries (NIIP). The afternoonsee's us cut across pretty countryside through Dalmellington and Ayr andonto Irvine and the Menzies hotel. Enjoy a cup of tea and shortbread whilstyour luggage is taken to your room.

After breakfast we make our way North to WemyssBay and sail over to the Isle of Bute where our first visit will be made toMount Stuart house and gardens truly a house of firsts. We believe MountStuart was the first home in the world to have a heated indoor swimmingpool and the first house in Scotland to be purpose built with electricity,central heating and a telephone, most of which are quite remarkably still inuse today. During the afternoon we will enjoy a scenic tour around the Isleof Bute stopping for a cup of tea and scotch pancakes by the sea inRothesay. Back to the hotel in time for dinner.

After breakfast we join another ferry as we crossthe Firth of Clyde to Brodick on the Isle of Arran known as Scotland inminiature. A scenic coastal drive North takes us through the pretty villageof Sannox to Lochranza and the Isle of Arran whisky distillery for lunch allincluded. As we drive along the shores of the Kilbrannan sound we shallpass through Blackwaterfoot and over the String road back to Brodick withtime at the Arran Heritage Museum. After our 55 minute sailing back toArdrossan we soon find ourselves back at the hotel with time to relaxbefore dinner.

Day 4, Thur 17th July:

Approx 50 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = AF/T

Day 5, Fri 18th July:

Approx 240 Miles. Hotel Meals = B.

Coach Meals = AF/T

Another scenic run along the coast today as wehead south to Culzean castle for a guided tour of this beautiful imposingcastle on the cliff side. We will have an afternoon visit to the Robbie Burnsvisitor centre at Alloway where tea and cakes will be served on the coachbefore making our way back to the hotel with time to relax before dinner.

Leaving our hosts this morning we head southdriving through the countryside of the Scottish lowlands stopping at thefamous village of Gretna Green for lunch (NIIP). During the afternoon wefollow the A74 & M6. A cup of tea will be served on board the coach beforearriving home early evening.



1408 14th July 18th July £60 2nd June 26th May 4* DBB Yes Yes Yes No Sail Only No

O/Night Bag

No

The Ayrshire Coast & the Islands of Bute & ArranStaying at the Menzies Hotel, IrvineAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£469

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 14th July - Friday 18th July

x 17


Entrance To Mount Stuart House, Culzean Castle And Robbie Burns

Visitor Centre. Lunch On Day 3. All Ferry Sailings.


The Hotel

Menzies Hotel Irvine stands on the outskirts of the town and is ideally

situated to explore the beautiful scenery and fascinating history of the

south west coast. Quality and choice awaits you in the restaurant

where you can choose from classic favourites or dishes inspired by the

finest continental cuisine. All rooms have TV, telephone, WIFI and tea

making facilities. There is a lift to all floors for your convenience.

Entertainment will be provided on two nights of your stay.

Your Coach

EUU 117J


Turn back the clock to the 1940’s during the 70th anniversary of the

Normandy landings and visit the farm utilised in the BBC TV series along

with the D-Day museum & overlord Embroidery, Britain’s only museum

dedicated solely to covering all aspects of the D-Day landings in

Normandy, France on 6th June 1944. Enjoy the fascinating maritime

city of Portsmouth home to HMS Victory, Henry V111’s battleship Mary

Rose and the Royal Navel museum. We have also included a visit to the

170ft high Spinnaker Tower. Enjoy this tour with a difference.

Day 1, Mon 28th July:


Meals = D. Coach Meals = MC/B, B/L

Day 2, Tue 29th July:

Approx 20 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D.

Day 3, Wed 30th July:

Approx 60

Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach Meals = SN

Day 4, Thur 31st July:

Approx 70 Miles. Hotel Meals = B, D. Coach

Meals = Snacks

Joining your tour coach you will no doubt meet friends

ready to enjoy yet another Goodwins Classic coach holiday. Our route will take us

south on the M6 stopping for coffee and shortbread on the coach. A light

sandwich lunch will be served on the coach as we motor south following the A34

bypassing Newbury and Winchester arriving at our hotel the Best Western Royal

Beach in time to settle in before dinner is served.

Breakfast over join us for a short journey to the sea front

for a visit to the D Day museum and Overlord Embroidery which is very similar to

the Bayeaux Tapestry. The afternoon will be spent in Portsmouth visiting the

Spinnaker tower for a guided tour of this wonderful building which reaches 170 ft

high with breathtaking views over the harbour. Time to relax before dinner.

The popular BBC TV series Wartime farm was filmed at

Manor Farm where the presenters were challenged to turn back the clock, dig for

victory and run the farm as it would have been during the 2nd world war. During

the afternoon we will visit Lyndhurst in the heart of the New Forest with time for a

late lunch (NIIP). Time to relax back at the hotel before dinner.

We cruise today across the solent to the Isle of Wight,

enjoy a visit to Rosemary’s Vineyard for coffee and wine tasting. Time to explore

the popular resort of Shanklin for lunch (NIIP) before having a nostalgic ride on the

Isle of Wight steam railway. We then join our coach for our journey back through

Ryde to Fishbourne and our sailing over the water to Portsmouth after an

enjoyable day at the seaside.

Day 5, Fri 1st Aug:


Meals = B. Coach Meals = Lunch

Saying farewell to our hosts this morning we motor North

stopping for a picnic lunch on the coach today. As we by pass Birmingham and

join the M6 we will arrive home early evening.



1409 28th July 1st Aug £35 9th June 1st June 3* DBB Yes Yes Yes No Sail Only No

O/Night Bag

No

Portsmouth, Southsea and the Wartime FarmStaying at the Royal Beach Hotel, PortsmouthAll Inclusive Door to Door Holiday

£429

5 Days Classic Coach Travel - Monday 28th July - Friday 1st August

18


Entrance To D-day Museum & Wartime Farm, Sailing To Isle Of Wight,

Coffee At Rosemary’s Vineyard, Steam Train Ride, Porterage & Choice Of

Menu.


The Hotel

Picture yourself in a wonderful Victorian hotel, enjoying panoramic

views over the Solent and here you have BEST WESTERN Royal Beach

Hotel. Standing proudly on the seafront at Southsea since 1866, this

historic hotel evokes an authentic feeling of bygone days, hand in hand

with modern day facilities makes this one of the top hotels in

Portsmouth. Step inside and sample the atmosphere experienced by

generation upon generation, magnificent chandeliers, grand staircases,

seafaring memorabilia, enchanting restaurants, and a relaxing lounge to

wind away the hours. Each of the hotels spacious 124 bedrooms has

recently been refurbished to a high standard. A fine selection of twin

rooms, double rooms and single rooms are available, many with

delightful sea views. All of the bedrooms enjoy complimentary high

speed Wi-Fi.

Your Coach

EUU 117J


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If We Cancel Your Booking: We reserve the right, in any circumstances, to cancel yourbooking, giving you six weeks notification (except in circumstances beyond our control)and a full refund of all monies paid. However, should the acceptable minimum number ofplace on the tour not reached we will offer you:

a) a full refund, b) comparable settlement or c) a supplement in order to operate thetour with minimum number of persons.

We cannot be responsible for any unforseen delays in yourferry crossing to or from the UK whether caused by bad weather or other unforseencircumstances. In the event of a delay you will be responsible for providing your ownmeals and accommodation.

(for overseas tours only) The total cost of this holiday will beheld in Trust until the holiday is complete. In case of insolvency during any stage of theholiday, Goodwins Classic Coaches undertake to repatriate all passengers to their pointof origination by providing a ferry crossing and a replacement coach if necessary.

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(for overseas tours only) You should obtain an E111 form from theDept. of Health, which is an agreement with EC countries enabling you to claim back apercentage of medical fees.

The organiser of this trip is Goodwins Classic Coaches,Lyntown Trading Estate, 186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 9QG. Wemay be contacted as follows: Telephone: 0161 789 4545. Your Driver/Courier will beavailable to assist with any problems during the holiday.

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i) Some amenities (e.g. hotel lifts, swimming pools, etc. ) require servicing and cleaningand may not therefore be available at all times. Some services may be affected byweather conditions and their availability is entirely at the discretion of the provider of theservice. Entertainment provided by hotels is frequently subject to demand and its natureand/or frequency may be varied if there is lack of demand or insufficient numbers stayingin the hotel.

ii) Some excursions itineraries include the use of ferries and other forms of transportwhich can be affected by inclement weather, and may have to be cancelled orarrangements changed. Whenever possible a suitable alternative excursion will beoffered.

iii) The published running times of services are estimated only and we will not be liablefor any loss (howsoever caused) arising from the delay or failure to operate services inaccordance with published timings. We make every effort to ensure that properarrangements have been made for all holidays advertised in our brochure and that thesuppliers of these services which you will be enjoying during your holiday are efficientand reputable. We accept responsibility for any deficiencies in the services that we arecontractually obliged to provide. We shall not be responsible for death, bodily injury orillness caused by activities engaged in, which are outside the scope of the holidayitinerary. If necessary, please follow our complaints procedure (see below).

There may be instances where circumstances beyond our control dictatean increase in the cost. We will not pass on any increase less than 2% which occurs afterthe printing of this brochure. We reserve the right to introduce a surcharge for increaseslarger than this if they occur more than 6 weeks before travel. You will be given the optionof cancelling without penalty 6 weeks before we travel, as stated earlier. Cancellationcharges will be levied as follows:

beyond our control dictate an increase in the cost. We will not pass on any increase lessthan 2% which occurs after the printing of this brochure. We reserve the right tointroduce a surcharge for increases larger than this if they occur more than 6 weeksbefore travel. You will be given the option of cancelling without penalty 6 weeks beforewe travel, as stated earlier. Cancellation charges will be levied as follows:

No. of Days Before Travel

42 days Deposit Only

28 - 42 days 30%

14 - 27 days 45%

07 - 13 days 60%

6 days or less 100%

If the customer is prevented from travelling for any reason, hemay transfer the booking to another person, providing that a minimum of 2 weeks noticeis given.

This holiday is operated by Goodwins Classic Coaches, LyntownTrading Estate, 186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 9QG. Followingrecent government legislation, we are pleased to confirm that all passengers monies arepaid to Goodwins Classic Coaches Trust Account which is operated through YorkshireBank plc. This Trust Account conforms with the requirements of the Package TravelPackage Holiday Tour Regulations 1992. This is the protection required by law for allpassengers money. Once you have paid your holiday fares, your money is deposited inthe Trust Account where it is held until completion of the holiday for which you havebooked.

Should you have any reason to feel that we have not met ourobligations, please put your comments in writing, within 3 days of return, quoting tourreference and departure date to :

Delays In The Journey:

Security Repatriation:

Passport and Visa Requirements:

Health Formalities:

If You Have A Problem:

Our Responsibility:

Surcharges:

Transfer of Booking:

Financial Protection:

Complaints Procedure:

Sarah Phillips, Goodwins Classic Coaches.

Due to changes in the regulations of travel insurance Goodwins Classic Coacheswill no longer be able to sell holiday travel insurance. Goodwins Classic Coacheshas become an introducer for P.J.Hayman Coach Plus Insurance. We can providesales leaflets which include an application form. You may call the dedicatedCoach Plus line or apply online. Alternatively, you may wish to purchase yourtravel insurance elsewhere.

ENQUIRIES INFORMATION AND ADVICE

0161 789 4545

HOLIDAY BOOKING PROCEDURE

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Call at our travel office or telephone . We are open from 10.00 am until4.00 pm on weekdays. You will find us happy to answer any queries you may have. Wekeep brochures for all the hotels that we use, so please just ask.

Choose the holiday of your choice.

Telephone 0161 789 4545

Quote:

Number and destination of holiday.

How many people are travelling.

Where you would like to sit on the coach.

Name,Address and Telephone Number.

Are you travelling with friends? Even if

they have booked before (if so their names

and addresses).

Type of rooms required i.e.Double Bed,

Twin Beds, Single Bed or 3 Beds.

Any special room requirements.

Any disabilities.

We will then send you a

Please check all the details.

Return this form with to the value of the deposit, per person. Deposit chequesshould be made payable to .

Your receipted Booking Form will be returned to you.

On or before the date when the balance is due (we do not send reminders) send theBooking Form with your cheque made payable to

7/10 days before departure you will receive your luggage labels and details of theplace and pick up time. Please check this and if it is not correct or you do not understandit then phone immediately.

Picking clients up from near their homes can occasionally cause problems on theday. We try our best not to let any problem occur.

Goodwins Classic Coaches (TrustAccount)

Goodwins Classic Coaches (TrustAccount).

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LUGGAGE - IMPORTANT NOTICE

SPECIAL CARE FOR THE DISABLED

DEPOSITS REQUIRED

Payment of Deposit:Goodwins Classic Coaches Trust

Account

Payment of Balance:

If We Change Your Booking:

Period Before Departure:

We kindly ask you to keep luggage down to one medium sized suitcase. Approxsize 30" high, per person plus a small case or holdall. For health & safety ofdrivers and porters handling luggage we request a weight limit of 18kilos / 40lbsper case. Your co-operation would be very much appreciated in this matter.

ALL HOLIDAYS OPERATED BY GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHES AREFINANCIALLY BONDED BYYORKSHIRE BANK LTD

Goodwins Classic Coaches cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissionsduring the compilation of this brochure.

The holidays in this brochure have been carefully planned to include as much of interestas possible. Inevitably some of the holidays include lengthy periods of travel and somewalking on sightseeing excursions. Additionally, many of the hotels will have steps tocontend with and may not possess lifts, and although we will try our best to look afterdisabled passengers, it is important that you enter the word DISABLED in block capitalsin the special requirements section of the booking form, together with a brief descriptionof your disability. We will make every endeavour to minimise the discomfort andinconvenience, but for obvious reasons are unable to make any guarantees.

Br i t ish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£50

Cont inenta l . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£75

Hol idays over £500.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£100

Hol idays over £1000.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£250

Your contract is protected by GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHESTRUST ACCOUNT. Your deposit payment to:

where the money will be held in trust until the contract has been fullyperformed.

You must pay this 8 weeks before travel, or cancel, otherwise youcould be liable for cancellation charges up to 100% of the value of the final invoice.

The stated content of the holiday in this brochure is mademonths in advance and changes are sometimes unavoidable. Most of these changesare, however, very minor, but where they are significant we will notify you as soon as isreasonably possible before your departure date. A significant change would beregarded as changes in the departure date, departure point, or resort area, reducing thequality of your main hotel (not single overnight hotels during touring holidays) or changeof tour itinerary which involves a destination being completely eliminated from therevised itinerary. In the event of a significant change you may decide to:

a) continue with the holiday as amended (or)

b) accept an alternative holiday which we may offer to you (or)

c) cancel your booking

If you choose (a) or (b) we will pay you compensation on the scale below. If you choose

(c) we will refund all the monies paid by you, plus compensation on the scale below. Noother claims for compensation or expenses will be considered.

Within which " a significant change" is compensation notifiedto you per person.

More than 42 days nil

29 - 42 days £10.00

15 - 28 days £15.00

08 - 14 days £20.00

01 - 07 days £25.00

GOODWINS CLASSIC COACHES

Registered in England No 8516531

Registered Office: Lyntown Trading Estate,

186 Old Wellington Road, Eccles,

Manchester M30 9QG.


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What Do You Get For Your Money?

THE COACH

THE HOTELS

THE SHIPS

Door to Door Service

Reserved seats of your choice on the coach at seats with generous leg room or at tables for four.

The attention of a Hostess to serve you.

Sweets and snacks during your journey.

Morning coffee or tea with biscuits.

Full lunches on some tours.

Full afternoon teas on each day on most tours.

All served to you at your seat or table 'using Staffordshire China' by your hostess (Similar to the Orient Express)

Regular comfort stops.

Driven by attentive crew at realistic speeds so that you enjoy the scenery and know about the places on your journey.

Coaches maintained by professional engineers.

Total financial security.......and returned safely to your doorstep.

Certainly 3 star and quite often 4 or 5 star 'quality hotels'. Your room will be with ensuite facilities. Dinner served in the restaurant and Full English,

served in the Breakfast Room.

(Continental Tours Only) A large cruise / ferry ship with all modern facilities and stabilisers. Cabins on the outside of the ship so that you can see out.

Each with own toilet and shower. Dinner ( as much as you want ) in the ships' restaurant. Full English breakfast in the restaurant. On board

entertainment of your choice. Assistance on and off the ship, should you require this.

Goodwins Classic CoachesLyntown Trading Estate186 Old Wellington RoadEcclesManchesterM30 9QG

Booking Line: 0161 789 4545www.gogoodwins.co.uk

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