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SUN 5TH FD KEW GARDENS & KEW PALACE, LONDON – It doesn’t actually get much better than this if you’re in search of some spectacular orchid displays to chase away the winter blues! The orchid exhibition in the Princess of Wales Conservatory at Kew has really eye-catching arrangements! inc entry to Kew Gardens & Kew Palace ……………………….

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WED 8TH M SUNNY AFTERNOON @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : This irresistable musical is a slick theatricality & ingenious storytelling at its heart. It depicts the rise to stardom of one of Britiain’s greatest bands, The Kinks. Mat Perf …………………………………………………

37.50 ticket/coach

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SUN 12TH FD PORTSMOUTH GUNWHARF QUAY SHOPPING is set in the traditional dockyard area. Very close by is the awe inspiring Spinnaker Tower with commanding views over the harbour, city & Southern England or why not visit HISTORIC DOCKYARD something not to be missed ……………………………………………………………………………………….

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WED 15TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE, SOMERSET ………………………………………………………. FAMILY SUPERSAVER TICKET (2 adults/2children – 2ND CHILD HALF PRICE) ……..

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WED 15TH E THE WEDDING SINGER starring Ray Quinn (X Factor, Dancing on Ice) @ Bristol Hippodrome : Eve Perf …………………………................................................................

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FRI 17TH FD SEWING FOR PLEASURE/FASHION EMBROIDERY & STITCH/HOBBYCRAFTS & NEW FOR THIS YEAR, CAKE INTERNATIONAL – The Sugarcraft,Cake Decorating & Baking Show @ NEC BIRMINGHAM inc entry to all shows ……………………………….

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SUN 19TH FD MILESTONES LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM, BASINGSTOKE – Step into a huge award winning living history museum, explore a network of full size streets from late Victorian time to 1945 and see period shops, vintage vehicles, a miniature railway based on the GWR Chesil Station in Winchester, a village green, and even a working pub or relax in Milestones mezzanine cafe and if time allows why not visit Festival Place in Basingstoke, a quality shopping experience with a selection of big named retailers. Inc admission ……

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THU 23RD E FUNNY GIRL THE MUSICAL starring Sheridan Smith (who played Cilla on TV) @ Bristol Hippodrome. The musical is semi-biographical, based on the life & career of Broadway star, film actress & Comedienne Fanny Brice. It was arguably Barbara Streisand’s big break through her lead role in the original production. Eve Perf: ……..

47.35 ticket/coach

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SUN 26TH FD SUNDAY CIRCULAR TOUR including a visit to Webbs of Wychbold Garden Centre at Wychbold, Droitwich Spa for lunch then we continue on the A44 Bromyard and take the A465 Hereford & B4224 Ross-on-Wye stopping at Ross Labels for afternoon tea. ………

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A GREAT DAY OUT AT GREENWICH incl the largest Maritime Museum, The Royal Observatory & the Cutty Sark set in the beautiful Greenwich World Heritage Site. The Maritime Museum has a vast collection that pans artworks, maps & charts & thousands of other objects. The Royal Observatory is Home to the Prime Meridian of the world and London’s only planetarium where you will discover the past, present & future wonders of astronomy. We then continue to the last surviving tea clipper, the Cutty Sark, known for being the fastest & greatest of her time where you will experience what it was like to sail this much loved national icon. Admission charges may apply to some special exhibitions and events at the Museums. These are not included unless otherwise stated : Inc entry to The Royal Observatory & Cutty Sark …………………………………………………….

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SUN 2ND FD THE GATEWAY TO EAST DEVON including Honiton, Seaton and Sidmouth with its red Devonian sandstone cliffs and beautiful beaches which is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site ………………………………………………………………………………

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B THUR 6TH FD A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE TO ST PAUL’S CATHEDRAL INC EXHIBITION OF THE

350TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREAT FIRE OF LONDON, & AFTERNOON THAMES RIVER CRUISE. We stop en route for the opportunity to buy some refreshments, before we arrive at St Paul’s Cathedral for our audio –guided tour of one of London’s most famous landmarks. Whilst the exterior is an attraction in its own right, it is by going inside the cathedral that you can enjoy the full majesty and scale of the building and take advantage of exploring the different areas in the cathedral. The year 1666 was catastrophic for London and St Paul’s Cathedral. On Tues 4th September, a combination of factors caused the building to burn with great ferocity. Learn about the colourful life of one of London’s great lost buildings. We then sit back and enjoy a Cruise from Tower Pier on the River Thames passing the most iconic buidlings until we reach Waterloo Pier. Inc tour /river cruise ……………………………………………………………………………….

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THU 6TH FD TOWER OF LONDON EXPERIENCE. Discover its 900 year history as a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, mint, arsenal, menagerie and jewel house. The Crown Jewels have been held for safekeeping at the Tower for over 600 years. Inc

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THU 6TH FD OR A DAY OUT IN LONDON – A chance to visit the NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM or VICTORIA & ALBERT MUSEUM, London – all free to visit!!! ………………………………

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SUN 9TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT ON THE SOUTH DEVON RAILWAY, VISIT TO DARTMOOR OTTERS & BUCKFAST BUTTERFLIES. We arrive in time to visit the Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies, where you will discover butterflies in tropical surroundings and otters from around the world – feeding time is fabulous! Lunch is available in the restaurant before you depart at 14.15 hrs from Buckfastleigh for a return scenic steam ride to Totnes having a delicious Devonshire Cream Tea in the Refreshment Rooms. Inc return steam train/entry to Dartmoor Otters & Butterflies/cream tea …………………. OR A VISIT TO BUCKFAST ABBEY in the morning,nestled in a beautiful wooded valley beside the River Dart offering visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life. There is an overwhelming sense of peace as soon as you enter the grounds with the church surrounded by a Lavender garden, a Physic garden and a Sensory garden. Also included steam train in the afternoon and cream tea ……………………………………

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TUE 11TH E BLOOD BROTHERS @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME – Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating & moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. Lyn Paul returns to the iconic role she has played many times in the West End : Eve Perf ……………………………………………………………………………………

44.75 ticket/coach

N WED 12TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ………………………………………………………………………. 10.00 8.00 E

“ “ FD BURNHAM-ON-SEA …………………………………………………………………………… 12.50 10.50 E

THU 13TH FD A DAY AT OXFORD WITH A DIFFERENCE! Oxford Castle Unlocked & Cruise: Experience Oxford Castle Unlocked and discover Oxford's hidden history. A castle with a prison at its heart, the site has been a place of incarceration since 1071, continuing until the closure of the prison in 1996. You will get to learn about the real people and events from the sites turbulent past. Followed by a 2 hr cruise along the picturesque River Thames to the picturesque market town of Abingdon where our coach will meet us. The journey passes through beautiful countryside with highlights including the Oxford University intercollegiate regatta course and the magnificent Nuneham House. Inc guided tour of Castle/boat trip ………………………………………………………………

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THU 13TH FD OXFORD & CRUISE! Morning for shopping and a cruise in the afternoon to Abingdon Inc boat trip …………………………………………………………………………………………..

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MON 17TH FD EASTER MONDAY: HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BLACK MOUNTAINS/BRECON BEACONS & THE MUMBLES We stop at Abergavenny for coffee then continue our scenic journey to Sennybridge & the Brecon Beacons and the lovely views of the Black Mountains. We stop at Brecon for lunch before continuing our journey to Llandeillo, Ammanford arriving at the Mumbles for an ice-cream or a cup of tea at the cafes in the afternoon ……………

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WED 19TH M BLOOD BROTHERS @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf …………………………… 30.70 ticket/coach I

WED 19TH FD SPRING BLOSSOM TRAIL around the Vale of Evesham inc a Vintage High Tea Cruise. We arrive in time for coffee at The Valley nestled on the banks of the River Avon and set in 125 acres of stunning countryside before we continue our journey towards Broadway for the blossom until we reach Pershore for lunch, an unspoiled, picturesque Market Town, situated on the River Avon and famed for its elegant Georgian architecture and magnificent 13th Century Abbey. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and picturesque villages and is renowned for its independent shops. We then continue our journey towards Stoulton, Sheriffs Lench, Harvington before we reach Evesham for our 2 hr Cruise enjoying a scrumptious Vintage High Cream Tea whilst cruising between Evesham and Chadbury Lock. Inc boat/cream tea …………………………………………

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THU 20TH FD CARDIFF – sightseeing/shopping ………………………………………………………….. 13.00 11.00 C

“ “ FD CWMBRAN – shopping. Cwmbran has developed into one of South Wales’s top shopping centres, attracting shoppers from the surrounding area to the 650,000 sq ft Pedestrianised town centre. There are several supermarkets, a health clinic, cinema and several pubs and restaurants. ………………………………………………………………….

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C SUN 23RD FD HIGHLIGHTS OF THE RIVER PIDDLE, Dorset. We start our day at Sherborne in time

for coffee and then travel past Cerne Giant, Godmaston passing Poundbury Estate, the Duke of Cornwall (Prince Charles) own development with a visit to Dorchester for lunch and then onto Puddletown, Tolpuddle, Affpuddle to Wareham on the banks of the River Frome for afternoon tea. ……………………………………………………………………….

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WED 26TH FD A DAY IN CORNWALL to the lovely harbour town of FALMOUTH boasting several beautiful beaches, stunning gardens, art galleries, 2 castles & the National Maritime Museum as well as many shops, restaurants including famous Rick Stein and cafes. …..

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THUR 27TH E LORD OF THE DANCE, “DANGEROUS GAMES” continues to thrill audiences with its intoxicating mix of dance and music featuring new staging cutting edge technology, new choreography, world champion acrobats & 40 of the world’s most outstanding young performers @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 20.00 hrs Perf ………………………………….

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46.00 ticket/coach

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SUN 30TH FD BEST OF BOTH, EXMOOR & COASTAL HIGHLIGHTS, NORTH DEVON stopping for morning refreshments en-route before we travel across the beautiful Exmoor National Park, Rayleigh Cross, Wheddon Cross and Simonsbath until we reach Ilfracombe, North Devon’s seaside resort for lunch & remainder of afternoon until we return travelling the coastal route ……………………………………………………………………………………..

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MON 1ST FD BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY! The Cotswold’s at its very best! Today we travel to BIBURY for coffee and time for lunch at BURFORD before we continue our journey to BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER for afternoon tea …………………………………………….

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WED 3RD E JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT starring Joe McElderry as Joseph at BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 19.30 hrs Perf ……………………………………….

38.50 ticket/coach

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THU 4TH FD SPRING FLOWERS AT CLIVEDEN NT nr Maidenhead & Tour of House! Nestled high above the River Thames with panoramic views over the Berkshire countryside these magnificent Grade 1 Listed gardens capture the grandeur of a bygone age. We visit in May so that we can see the great display of spring flowers that are situated in the Long Garden & the Parterre with lots more to see in the water garden plus woodland walks with stunning views over the Thames Valley. We combine our visit with a tour of the House, now a hotel, which was home to Dukes, Earls, Viscounts & for a while a Prince. There are refreshments available in the Orangery and the Dovecote Café. Inc gardens/admission/house tour ……………………………………………………………… OR NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS ONLY – Coach only ………………………………….

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SUN 7TH FD TOUR OF THE FAMOUS ELAN VALLEY DAMS – A great scenic tour captivating the stunning scenery of Mid Wales stopping at Oakchurch Farm Shop, Staunton-on-Wye for coffee then onto Rhayader for lunch. We visit the famous Elan Valley to view the amazing Victorian dams, reservoirs, wildlife & Cambrian Mountains. There will be a stop at the Visitors Centre to view the exhibition and sample the refreshments for afternoon tea ……

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C TUE 9TH E WONDERLAND at the Bristol Hippodrome: starring Wendi Peters, will headline as

Queen of Hearts alongside Dave Willets, who rose to fame for playing the title role in Phantom of the Opera as White Rabbit. Wonderland is an enchanting musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland & Through the Looking Glass, Eve

40.50 ticket/coach

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WED 10TH FD MIDWEEK TOUR “THE SPLENDOUR OF THE BLUEBELLS”. A trip though our glorious English countryside which will take us to Marlborough for coffee then Hungerford for lunch. Duly refreshed we will then travel along minor roads through idyllic Hampshire/Wiltshire countryside enjoying views of the scenic Chute Valley and villages, arriving in Andover for afternoon tea. We complete this lovely day by travelling home via Salisbury Plain and Devizes. ……………………………………………………………………

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SUN 14TH FD MALVERN SPRING FLOWER SHOW @ THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND, MALVERN : The first of the great national RHS Flower Shows, the Malvern Spring Festival attracts over 100,000 visitors from all across This show is a firm favourite with gardeners of all ages and there is also a chance to pick up a bargain or two on the last day of the show! Inc entry ………………………………………………………………….….

29.75 per person

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SUN 14TH FD SCENIC LOOE & POLPERRO – Two great destinations in Cornwall but different in every way! LOOE is a picturesque Cornish fishing port/harbour and even a small beach. loads of shops and cafes in the tiny streets and POLPERRO, once a smugglers paradise, this tiny town is now more used to serving teas to tourists! ……………………………………….

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Day trips to be paid for before departure

SPRINGTIME VISIT AT THE RITZ FOR AFTERNOON TEA – the finest slice of life! Enjoy a sumptuous traditional afternoon tea in the spectacular surroundings of the 5* Ritz Hotel, London - all in luxurious surroundings in the Palm Court. The elegant ambiance is complimented by a musical ensemble from their resident pianist & harpist – the final ingredient to ensure your Afternoon Tea at the Ritz, is quite simply, unforgettable! On arrival the seating will be allocated by the Ritz and you may have to be on

a shared table. Date: Monday 5th June 2017 : Price: £82.50 per person : or Champagne Afternoon Tea : Price: £99.00 per person – BOOK NOW!

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WED 17TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ………………………………………………………………………. 10.00 8.00 E

“ “ A DAY IN CHEDDAR, Somerset ……………………………………………………………... 13.00 11.00 E

SUN 21ST FD A VISIT TO BROWNSEA ISLAND NT – Enjoy a boat trip to Brownsea Island taking in the natural beauty of Poole Harbour, the 2nd largest natural harbour in the world. Discover wonderful walks, maybe you will catch sight of a Red Squirrel, take a picnic or enjoy a delicious cream tea Inc return boat./non NT entry to island ……………………………… NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS – boat and coach price only ……………………………

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SUN 21ST FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT POOLE MARITIME FESTIVAL featuring tall ships, flotillas, racing events and other activities are planned to coincide with the prestigious European Maritime Day. This event is hosted annually across Europe and this will be the first time this has been held in UK. ………………………………………………………………………

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WED 24TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT COMBINING TWO NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTIES!! Our first visit is to the magical Baddesley Clinton in a secluded intimate estate set in the heart of the Forest of Arden, Warwickshire with 500 years of fascinating and unexpected stories. Baddesley Clinton was the home of the Ferrers family for 500 years. Much of the house you see today was built by Henry Ferrers, a lawyer, diarist & antiquarian in the late 1500s. The peaceful garden includes fish pools, a romantic lake and Walled Garden filled with seasonal colour as seen on BBC’s Antiques Roadshow. We then move on o Packwood House originally built in the 16th century. Packwood was lovingly restored between the world wars by Graham Baron Ash creating his perfect vision of a Tudor Home. The house contains a wonderful collection of 16th century furniture and textiles. In the afternoon we round off the day with a delicious cream tea: Inc non NT entries to both properties/ cream tea …………………………………………………………………………………………. NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS – cream tea/coach only …………………………………..

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SUN 28TH FD SPRINGTIME TOUR OF THE BEAUTIFUL EXE VALLEY INCLUDING A CRUISE ON THE BEAUTIFUL GRAND WESTERN CANAL! We stop at Dunster for early lunch then continue our way down the Exe Valley through Dulverton onto Tiverton in time for our 2 ½ hr cruise on a quiet and unspoilt 11 mile stretch of the 200 yr old canal. Meet your friendly shire horse who will be pulling your barge along the calm waters of the canal. A delicious cream tea is also included Inc boat/cream tea ……………………………………

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SUN 28TH FD GLOUCESTER TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL – The historic Gloucester Docks will be shown in all their splendour over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend as they play host to the award-winning Gloucester Tall Ships festival - full of fabulous activities for all the family to enjoy! Coach only …………………………………………………………………………….

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MON 29TH FD SCENIC TRIP TO KINGSBRIDGE & SALCOMBE “A little bit of Heaven in southern-most Devon” Kingsbridge is in the area of South Devon known as the South Hams and is an attractive town with cobbled streets, quaint passage and alleys offering good pubs, cafes and restaurants. The town is at the head of the Kingsbridge Estuary – this is a wide expanse of water featuring many shallow creeks. It was quite a busy port, trading cider, corn and other products. We have lunch there and then go on to Salcombe for afternoon tea, a sheltered harbour & a vibrant town centre. …………………………………………….

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WED 31ST FD A VISIT TO KEW PALACE & GARDENS IN THE SPRING! The world’s most spectacular botanical gardens, wander through extensive gardens under glass and stroll a soaring walkway amidst tree canopies. Step inside Britain’s most intimate royal Kew Palace, the family home of King George II. A great day out! Inc price ………………………………….

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THU 1ST FD SPRINGTIME CRUISE ON THE MONMOUTH & BRECON CANAL INC CREAM TEA Travelling to Abergavenny in time for coffee & continue to Brecon where you will have time for lunch. Our boat departs at 15.00 hrs on a 2 hr cruise as it hugs the mountainside above the valley of the River Usk with breathtaking scenery and an abundance of wildlife to be seen. We cruise through a canal lock and over an aqueduct which carries the canal over the River Usk. A delicious cream tea is served on board. We then travel the scenic route through to Merthyr Tydfil, on our way home. Inc boat/cream tea ………………..

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SUN 4TH FD DORSET COASTAL TOUR - WEYMOUTH & WEST BAY Today we stop at Weymouth for lunch and then travel along the coastal route to West Bay, where the TV series Broadchurch is filmed and known as the Golden Gateway to the Jurrassic Coast. ………

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MON 5TH FD TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA at The Ritz, London ………………………………….. 82.50 per person B

MON 5TH FD CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA at the Ritz, London ……………………………………. 99.00 per person B

MON 5TH FD COVENT GARDEN, LONDON or Museums, Natural History or V&A ………………….. 25.00 23.00 B

IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY ON ANY SHOW/EVENT DUE

TO LIMITED TICKETS!

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WED 7TH FD NATIONAL FOLK MUSEUM, CARDIFF & THE ROYAL MINT EXPERIENCE! We visit one of Europe’s foremost open air museums in the morning. During the last 50 years over 40 original buildings from different historical periods have been re-erected in the 100 acre parkland. We then travel on to The Royal Mint at Llantrisant for our factory tour experience booked at 14.00 hrs which lasts 45 mins allowing us to see for ourselves the people and processes that put the pounds and pennies into our pockets. You will discover how blank pieces of metal are made before being struck to become coins. Option to strike your own coin to take home as a memento or have a picture surrounded by a chest of coins (extra cost). The interactive exhibition is self-guided for you to explore six different zones at your own pace. Time for a cuppa before we head home! This experience is truly not to be missed!!! Inc tour ………………………………………………………………………

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WED 7TH E GREASE starring The Wanted’s Tom Parker as “bad boy” Danny @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Eve Perf ……………………………………………………………………..

42.65 ticket/coach

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SUN 11TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT OSBORNE HOUSE, ISLE OF WIGHT! “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” said Queen Victoria of Osborne House, her palatial holiday home on Isle of Wight. Visit Victoria & Albert’s private apartments, their bathing beach and children’s play cottage for an intimate glimpse of royal family life, then stroll through the garden terraces where the stunning views across the Solent reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples. : Inc ferry/entry to House//gardens …………………………………… ENGLISH HERITAGE MEMBERS free to house & gardens /ferry & coach only ……..

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SUN 11TH FD A DAY ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT visiting RYDE having time to wander along the pier, the interesting shops, pubs and restaurants. Collectors will love the many antique and bric-a-brac shops as well as curio shops. ……………………………….………………….

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TUE 13TH HD HEREFORDSHIRE BLACK & WHITE VILLAGE TRAIL contains hundreds of timber-framed buildings and their churches, and reminds us of the long history of this area. We enjoy a stop in the market town of Leominster, an ancient market town on the River Lugg, before continuing along the village trail embracing Weobley, Kinnersley & Kington before visiting Westonbury Mill Water Gardens, a beautiful 2 acre garden, laid out around a tangle of streams & ponds behind an old corn mill, fantastic follies and a super café Inc entry to gardens …………………………………………………………………………………

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SAT 17TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE AIR FESTIVAL – We will depart much earlier so that you will be in position to see the fantastic parades of the Armed Forces, together with the world-renowned Royal air Force aerobatic team, The Red Arrows performing their precision flying displays! ……………………………………………………………………………………

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SUN 18TH FD BLISTS HILL VICTORIAN TOWN & SABRINA RIVER CRUISE! An early start is required so that we have time to enjoy a truly memorable day out at the recreated Victorian Town discovering more about Victorian life and then enjoying an afternoon relaxing on board the Sabrina, Shrewsbury’s acclaimed passenger boat. We sail around the famous and picturesque River Severn loop and enjoying a delicious Strawberries & Cream Tea : Inc entry to Blists Hill/Cruise & Cream Tea ………………………………………………..…

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SUN 18TH FD BBC GARDENERS WORLD LIVE & GOOD FOOD SHOW @ NEC BIRMINGHAM. BBC Gardeners World Live will be celebrating 50 years of the BBC 2 programme this year looking back at half a century of gardening. Expect Show Gardens showcasing the styles of the decades including the show-stopping Nostalgia Garden set in the 1960’s. Presenters past and present take to the stage including Monty Don & Alan Titchmarsh. THE GOOD FOOD SHOW will be celebrating tastes & flavours of summer with top chefs demonstrating tasty recipes, a new healthy summer eating stage, tips & techniques and 100s of exhibitors of the finest food & drink to sample & shop from. Inc both entries ….

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TUES 20TH FD A SPECTACULAR DAY OUT AT THE HALL AT ABBEY-CWM-HIR & GARDENS, nr Llandrindod Wells. We make a stop at Oakchurch Farm Shop at Staunton-on-Wye for refreshments before we arrive at the secret valley manor house, The Hall at Abbey-Cwm-Hir. Built in 1834 for a wealthy Manchester cotton baron, this is one of the finest examples of Victorian gothic revival architecture in Wales. Your hosts Paul & Victoria Humpherston have spent the past ten years restoring it to its former glory. The 52 rooms include formal reception rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and pantries each individually themed & bursting with interior design ideas. The interior design & a truly astonishing collection of clothing, toys, music memorabilia, enamel signs, will leave you astounded! Also you will have chance to wander around the Victorian featured gardens which overlook the abbey & give wonderful views along “The Long Valley” Inc tour ……………………………

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WED 21ST E THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE “Broadway Smash Hit comes to the UK starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Joanne Clifton as Millie” @ Bristol Hippodrome : Eve Perf …

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SUN 25TH FD SEASIDE SPECIAL! Today you can spend your time either in TORQUAY “The English Riviera” or visit PAIGNTON famous for its long sandy beaches, paddle-friendly waters and a colourful bustling pier, or BRIXHAM, a colourful and bustling fishing port at the southern end of Torbay! ………………………………………………………………………...

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SUN 25TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT BLENHEIM PALACE FLOWER SHOW including entry to the Palace and Park/Gardens. Now in its 6th year the show provides an abundance of flora and fauna & is set in the stunning grounds of the Palace. With over 250 exhibitors you will be surrounded by colourful displays from the nurseries showcasing their products. Don’t forget to make time to explore the magnificent Palace, where you can discover more about the family and their fascinating history. A great day out at this beautiful venue! Inc Show/Palace and Grounds …………………………………………………………………….

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THU 29TH FD A VISIT TO THE DELIGHTFUL TOWN OF BRADFORD-ON-AVON including a 2 hr scenic Boat Trip on the Kennet & Avon Canal at Devizes & Cream Tea. The ancient bridge in the centre of Bradford-on-Avon remains its natural focus & the bridge still retains two of its original 13th-century arches. There is the best of everything, shopping, restaurants and inns; river; canal and most of all an amazing history that can be found at every turn. We have time for early lunch and then travel to Devizes for our delightful cruise on the Kennet & Avon Canal having a delicious cream tea. Inc boat/cream tea ………………………………………………………………………..

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MON 3RD E DIRTY DANCING THE MUSICAL @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME – Exploding with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion & sensationally sexy dancing featuring hit songs Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby and the heart stopping The Time of My Life” : Eve Perf ……….

50.95 ticket/coach

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WED 5TH FD A DAY OF FLOWERS “CONFETTI & LAVENDER FIELDS” IN THE COTSWOLDS We start our day at Tewkesbury arriving in time for coffee then travel to Wick Manor Estate Farm, nr Pershore, who marks their 20th anniversary of growing confetti petals & to celebrate they have planted an enormous delphinium flower Union Jack! You will see acres of colourful flowers, winding paths, walkways & lovely views to Bredon Hill and the surrounding countryside. You will have time to take some photos of this spectacular sight! We then continue our journey to Broadway for a lunch time stop before we arrive at Snowshill Lavender Farm with 35 varieties of lavender spread over 53 aces creating a rainbow of colours for the summer months. A tour is arranged together with a delicious lavender cream tea to round off the day! Inc entry to Confetti fields/Lavender tour & cream tea ………………………………………………………………………………………….

29.75

27.75

E

THU 6TH FD SUMMER COLOURS AT COLETON FISHACRE, KINGSWEAR, DEVON – Travel back in time to the Jazz Age at the country home of the D’Oyly Carte family. This Arts & Crafts style house with elegant Art Deco-influenced interior is situated in a spectacular coastal setting. You can soak up the Art Deco style, listen to music playing, try on clothes from the 1920s and 30s, and much more. The luxuriant gardens have year-round interest with a wide variety of rare and exotic plants that thrive in the moist and sheltered valley, a gazebo with fine views and water features. Licensed tea-room. Inc house & gardens … NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS – Coach only ………………………………………………

31.50 per person 20.00 18.00

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SUN 9TH FD THAMES RIVER CRUISE & HENLEY-ON-THAMES – We arrive in time for our 2hrs 15 mins cruise departing at Reading passing many interesting sights along this picturesque part of the river. The countryside is rich in wildlife & the highlights include passing the immaculate grounds of Park Place & Holme Park as well as the lavishly opulent river side properties of Wargrave & Henley. You will have free time to take a leisurely riverside lunch or visit the River & Rowing Museum, before we follow the River Thames, one of the most beautiful stretches of the Thames in the country & Wallingford, having time for a cup of tea in the afternoon before we continue our journey home. Inc tea/coffee and boat trip

28.75

26.75

C

SUN 16TH FD BEER & SEATON – seaside resorts on the Devonshire coast …………………………. 18.75 16.75 B

TUE 18TH FD CANAL, RIVER & CREAM TEA – We arrive at Exeter Quayside with time to enjoy the sights, soak up the atmosphere and obtain lunch before we take a rare cruise from Exeter Quay to Exmouth sailing down Europe’s oldest shipping canal passing through two working locks and under the Countess Weir Swing Bridge – A full commentary is provided highlighting the places of interest as we enjoy a delicious Cream tea across the estuary of the River Exe and arriving in Exmouth for 16.30 hrs Inc boat/cream tea …………….

32.25 per person

C

WED 19TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E

WED 19TH FD BURNHAM-ON-SEA ………………………………………………………………………….… 12.75 10.75 E

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THU 20TH FD A DAY WITH A DIFFERENCE! We visit Bath having time for shopping and lunch before we head towards this exciting new foodie experience. Fussels Fine Foods nr Rode where this Somerset family have created a single cold pressed extra virgin oil. This amazing product is a real alternative to olive oil. They will demonstrate and talk through the pressing & filtration of the raw Rapeseed into our Extra virgin rapeseed oil having a cookery demonstration in the Fussels Demo kitchen showing what & how to use the oil & which is possible. There will also be a walk out into a field of growing Rapeseed for a talk about how its grown & general farming practises. Inc tour/demonstration ………………

20.80

18.80

E

THU 20TH FD BATH – shopping/sightseeing …………………………………………………………………. 10.00 8.00 E

SUN 23RD FD A GREAT DAY OUT ON THE CHARMING EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY IN THE BEAUTIFUL IRWELL VALLEY inc a visit to Bury Transport Museum. We travel to Rawtenstall where we step back in time for a nostalgic 12 mile route on a steam train taking us through the magnificent Lancashire countryside to the market town of Bury. Inc return train fare ………………………………………………………………………………….

35.60 29.75 33.60sc

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TUE 25TH E THE RETURN OF DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Eve Perf : ………………………………………………………………………………………………

39.50 ticket/coach

N

TUE 25TH FD NEW FOREST NATIONAL PARK & BUCKLERS HARD ON BEAULIEU RIVER. We stop at Wilton Shopping Village for coffee, before we continue our journey to Lymington, a beautiful Georgian coastal town situated on the southern edge of the New Forest, for lunch. Famous for sailing & smugglers! Its Georgian High Street offers an extensive range of shops, together with a pretty main quay area, popular with visitors who wish to sit, relax and watch the world sail by. We then head to Bucklers Hard which was built in the 18th century as a ship building village community. The original shipbuilders’ cottages still remain, visit the Bucklers Hard Maritime Museum before we board our boat for a cruise slowly meandering down the Beaulieu River to the North Solent National Nature Reserve with its abundance of wildlife Inc entrance to Village/Cruise ……………………

29.05ad 27.70sc

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WED 26TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT BLACK COUNTRY LIVING MUSEUM inc Dudley Canal Trip. Set in a landscape of 26 acres, it is one of the most extraordinary open-air museums in the UK, offering a glimpse into 200 years of history like no other. Black Country folk changed the world, & you will see examples in the canalside village, tramway and underground mine. Over 50 authentic shops, houses & workshops have been carefully reconstructed to preserve the character of the region. In our visit we enjoy a 45 mins underground boat trip which takes us into the world famous Dudley Canal Tunnel & limestone mines. This unique Canal Tunnel connects with a 200 yr old system of limestone mines, branch tunnels & open ivy curtained canal basins & see fantastic light shows and audio visual presentations with a skipper guided tour who bring the history of this hidden world to life! Inc entry/Dudley Canal Trip ………………………………………

35.80 27.85 32.30sc

C

WED 26TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E

THU 27TH FD KENSINGTON PALACE APARTMENTS, LONDON – Remembering “The People’s Princess” – 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death and a new exhibition will celebrate her life and the evolution of her image & style. The exhibition will bring together an extraordinary collection of garments, ranging from the glamorous evening gowns worn on engagements in the 1980’s to the chick Catherine Walker suits that made up Diana’s working wardrobe in the 1990s. There will also be a new memorial garden at Kensington Palace marking two decades since the death of Diana, Princess of Wales which will be called The White Garden. The floral tribute will be planted with white roses, scented narcissi and a carpet of forget me nots around the exciting sunken Garden at the Princess’s former home Inc entry ………………………………………………………

41.60 per person

A

SUN 30TH FD SCENIC LYNTON & LYNMOUTH, NORTH DEVON : A picturesque harbour village with white washed cottages and shops backed by the dramatic hills and valleys of Exmoor meet the rugged coastline forming the highest sea cliffs in England known as “The Little Switzerland” ………………………………………………………………………………………

19.50

17.50

A

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TUE 1ST FD A SUMMER’S DAY OUT AT FROGMORE HOUSE & SAVILL GARDENS, WINDSOR. Tranquil Frogmore House has been a favourite royal retreat for more than 300 years. Your guided tour will take you through this delightful house, telling the story of past residents. The delightful garden is one of the enduring attractions of Frogmore. Queen Charlotte had a great interest in botany and laid out the garden with rare & unusual plants. She formed an extensive botanical library, & flowers became a major theme in the decoration of the house. The Savill Garden is one of the finest royal gardens within

Continued see over

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TUE 1ST FD Continued – Windsor Great Park, created in the late 1930’s & designed for year round interest and colour. Inc admission to Frogmore House/Savill Gardens

38.35 per person

C

WED 2ND FD COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK, BURFORD – An enjoyable day out is to be had at this Wildlife Park. Stroll around the Park discovering over 260 different animal species in 160 acres of beautiful parkland & stunning gardens : Inc entry …………………………………

26.60ad 20.80ch 22.90sc

C

WED 2ND FD TORQUAY OR PAIGNTON on the English Riviera ………………………………………. 18.75 16.75 A

THU 3RD FD STEAM & CRUISE IN THE BEAUTIFUL HAMPSHIRE & SURREY COUNTRYSIDE! We travel to Alton for a steam train ride on the Watercress Line to Alresford, one of the finest lines in the Country. We continue to Godalming Wharf for a nostalgic two hour horse-drawn canal cruise along the River Wey aboard the narrow boat Iona. The boat was used in the film The Bargee with Harry H Corbett. Enjoy a delicious cream tea on board Inc train/boat and cream tea ………………………………………………………….

49.50

47.50

A

SUN 6TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT BURGHLEY HOUSE IN STAMFORD, LINCOLNSHIRE. This house was built and mostly designed by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Queen Elizabeth I, between 1555 & 1587 & is filled with over 500 years of art and history. Be thrilled by the magnificent house as you enjoy a guided tour of Burghley’s elaborately decorated State Rooms, featuring a varied collection of portraits, tapestries, ceramics and rare furniture. Relax in the splendour of gardens laid down by Capability Brown & now embellished with shell grottos, water traps and mirror maze. Visitor facilities include the Orangery restaurant overlooking the Rose Garden/gift shop. Inc tour of house/gardens

39.50

37.50

A

SUN 6TH FD DORSET COASTAL TOUR! POOLE & SWANAGE. Today we have time in Poole Quay with the harbour and the shops before we travel to Sandbanks and catch the chain link ferry to Swanage where we have the remainder of the afternoon. Inc ferry ………………

19.75

17.75

A

MON 7TH FD BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

HIGHCLERE CASTLE, NR NEWBURY One of England’s most beautiful Victorian castles set amidst 1000 acres of spectacular parkland & is the setting for the popular television series Downton Abbey. Free time in Newbury for lunch prior to our visit at Highclere. Includes the Castle, Gardens & Egyptian Exhibition ……………………………………

36.90

29.15

C

TUE 8TH FD DIGGERLAND ADVENTURE PARK, CULLOMPTON, DEVON is the Ultimate Adventure experience where children and adults alike can ride, drive and operate REAL diggers, dumpers and other full-size vehicles. Test your skills on Dumper Trucks. Find buried treasure, knock down the skittles, dig a giant hole with dirt diggers, experience the ultimate adrenaline rush on Spin Dizzy and take in the views from Sky Shuttle 50ft in the air. In addition to the Diggerland rides and drives there are activities for children of all ages which include a digger sandpit, pedal power tractors, computer digger games and indoor ball pit! (Children under 90 cms free). Child price shown is for over 90 cms) Inc entry ……….

31.75ad 29.65ch 31.75sc

C

TUE 8TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E

WED 9TH FD TENBY & SAUNDERSFOOT ON THE PEMBROKESHIRE COAST – A medieval, walled town with plenty of old-fashioned charm. Narrow streets wind between pastel-shaded houses & small, fascinating shops. It is also blessed with great beaches. We travel onto Saundersfoot a fishing village & popular seaside resort located at the foot of a picturesque wooded valley …………………………………………………………………………………….

20.00

18.00

A

WED 9TH FD TENBY & SPECTACULAR PEMBROKESHIRE ISLAND CRUISE & SAUNDERSFOOT– We arrive in time for lunch before we board our boat at the harbour for a 1 ¼ hr cruise taking in some of Pembrokeshire’s most dramatic offshore islands. Cruise Caldey Island sound to the famous smugglers caverns before crossing to the protected bird reserve of St Margrets Island. The imposing Cathedral Caverns loom in the distance, towering over the boat as she draws closer. At the base of these caverns you can view thousands of resident & visiting birds including puffins, razorbills, cormorants & gannets (subject to weather permitting) We travel on to Saundersfoot for remainder of afternoon Inc cruise ……………………………………………………………………………..

28.85

26.65

A

THU 10TH FD GLASTONBURY, WELLS & CHEDDAR GORGE Visit the spirited town of Glastonbury with its long history & rich traditions. Not only is Glastonbury the cradle of Christinity in England but the Medieval Abbey is also reputed to be the burial place of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Steeped in history Wells is England’s smallest city and one of the most beautiful. Why not visit the Gothic style cathedral dating from the 12th Century, the Bishops Palace and the Vicar’s Close. We then travel to Cheddar for the afternoon ……

14.50

12.50

C

FRI 11TH FD SIDMOUTH FOLK WEEK – the last day of the festival at Sidmouth, Devon – don’t miss out on the great music and festive experience on offer, the colourful, welcoming atmosphere and the stunning setting of the town itself! ……………………………………..

18.50

16.50

B

SUN 13TH FD DAWLISH & TEIGNMOUTH in the English Riviera, Devon. Dawlish is a fascinating regency resort town with seafront/beach. We travel to Teignmouth having 2 beaches, a pier, promenade and cafes or if time allows cross over on the ferry to Shaldon with its quaint thatched cottages and narrow winding streets ……………………………………….

18.50

16.50

A

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TUE 15TH FD STAR WARS IDENTITIES “THE EXHIBITION” AT O2 GREENWICH AND CABLE CAR PACKAGE! This is the exhibition that Star Wars fans everywhere have been waiting for! The new ground-breaking interactive exhibition of the world’s favourite characters as you’ve never seen them before. Explore the stunning collection of some 200 props, models, costumes and artwork from the original Star Wars films, many on display for the first time and follow the journeys of the characters in an interactive identity quest. You can see R2-D2, BB-8, Han Solo’s Millennium Falcon and even an AT-AT. Yoda, Boba Fett, Chewbacca, Stormtroopers & Darth Vader are amongst other favourites on display. When we arrive at Greenwich we will take a ride on the Emirates Cable Car before we go into the Star Wars Exhibition. Inc Cable Car/entrance to Star Wars Exhibition …………

57.25

46.20

A

TUE 15TH FD GREENWICH FOR THE DAY AT YOUR LEISURE ………………………………………… 25.00 23.00 A

TUE 15TH FD MORETON-IN-THE-MARSH MARKET & BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER ………………… 15.00 13.00 C

WED 16TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E

WED 16TH FD SANDERS GARDEN WORLD & BURNHAM-ON-SEA …………………………………….. 12.50 10.50 E

WED 16TH FD A WONDERFUL DAY OUT AT WREST PARK, HOUSE & GARDENS, Bedfordshire After decades behind virtually closed doors, its treasures overgrown and largely unknown, English Heritage has revived one of Britain’s largest and most important “secret gardens” – Wrest Park in Bedfordshire. This is a wonderful 90-acre historic landscape and French-style mansion which will take its rightful place amongst the country's great garden attractions. Stroll in the restored Italian and Rose Gardens. Enjoy reinstated historic pathways as you discover the garden buildings, pavilion and statues. There is a tea room serving a variety of snacks and drinks. Inc entry ……………………………………………. ENGLISH HERITAGE MEMBERS – Coach only …………………………………………..

33.60ad 27.05ch 32.05sc 23.00 21.00

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THU 17TH FD SUMMERTIME CREAM TEA CRUISE ON THE UPPER PEAK FOREST CANAL. We break our journey for refreshments etc stopping at Buxton for lunch before we arrive at the attractive small town of Whaley Bridge, gateway to the Goyt valley in the High Peak District of Derbyshire. The town attracts walkers & tourists because of its natural beauty, waterways, woodlands and hills. A warm welcome awaits us from our hosts aboard the Judith Mary, 72ft restaurant boat for our 2 ½ hr cruise as we travel on one of Britain’s most scenic canals. Inc boat/cream tea …………………………………………………….

39.75

37.75

A

SUN 20TH FD CLARKS SHOPPING VILLAGE, nr Street – For those summer time bargains ……… 13.00 11.00 E

SUN 20TH FD WELLS, Somerset – England’s smallest city & one of the most beautiful. Why not visit the Gothic-style cathedral dating from the 12th century, the Bishop’s Palace and the Vicar’s Close ………………………………………………………………………………………

13.00

11.00

E

SUN 20TH THE FAIRY TALE TOWNS OF FRANCONIA – 10 DAYS ………………………………… Details in European Brochure

TUE 22ND FD HIGHCLERE CASTLE, NR NEWBURY - One of England’s most beautiful Victorian castles set amidst 1000 acres of spectacular parkland & is the setting for the popular television series Downton Abbey. Free time in Newbury for lunch prior to our visit at Highclere. Includes the Castle, Gardens & Egyptian Exhibition …………………………

36.90

29.15

C

TUE “

22ND

“ FD FD

MORETON-IN-MARSH MARKET Com Return : 14.30 hrs ………………………………… CHELTENHAM – Shopping : Com Return : 15.10 hrs ………………………………………

11.25 9.50

9.25 8.50

C C

WED 23RD FD TOWER BRIDGE EXPERIENCE & AFTERNOON RIVER CRUISE – Discovering the secrets of Britain’s most recognisable landmark is a vital part of any trip to London. Tower Bridge’s brand new, breath-taking glass walkway is ideal for sightseers and thrill-seekers alike, while its award winning exhibition is a sight to behold. Arriving at the North West Tower, you are taken by lift 42 metres above the River Thames to enjoy a short animation about the Bridge’s conception before moving to the two walkways where you can now see London life through a glass floor. Here you can also admire stunning panoramic views across London, new digital content showcasing how the Bridge raises in its modern context and a refresh of the popular display “Great Bridges of the World”. Having exited via a lift in the South Tower, follow the blue line to the atmospheric Victorian Engine Rooms to learn about the original workings of the Bridge and marvel at the steam engines that have been meticulously maintained. We then have a cruise on the River Thames where you can sit back and relax taking in the sights of Greenwich and return Inc Tower Bridge/River Cruise …………………………………………………………………………….

43.35 per person

A

WED 23RD FD TOWER BRIDGE EXPERIENCE & TOWER OF LONDON – Discover the Tower Bridge Experience followed by a visit to the Tower of London where you were learn of its 900 year history as a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, mint, arsenal, menagerie and jewel house. The Crown jewels have been held for safekeeping at the Tower for over 600 years. Inc both entrances ………………………………………………

55.10 38.30 49.40sc

A

THU 24TH FD BOURNEMOUTH on the Dorset coast ……………………………………………………… 18.75 16.75 A

SUN 27TH FD WEYMOUTH SPECIAL, DORSET – take advantage of our special price! ……………… 17.00 15.00 A

COACH SEATING PLAN IN OPERATION WHEN

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MON 28TH FD SUMMERTIME CRUISE – Totnes to Dartmouth on the River Dart – We arrive in Totnes in time to catch our boat at 11.45 hrs for a relaxing cruise winding our way along the river and passing the home of the late Dame Agatha Christie and the pretty little villages of Dittisham & Galmpton arriving in Dartmouth approx. 13.15 hrs where you will have the rest of the time exploring the shops, art galleries & cafes Inc boat ………………………..

29.55

27.55

A

WED 30TH FD BUCKINGHAM PALACE, LONDON - The magnificent 19 State Rooms lies at the heart of the Palace and provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining. They are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection and also included is the special exhibition “Royal Gifts”, which tells the story of Her Majesty the Queen’s reign through a wide ranging display of official gifts presented to Her Majesty during the past 65 years, representing a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe Inc State Rooms and Exhibition …………………………………………………

47.50ad 36.10ch 44.60sc

A

WED 30TH FD LONDON to the Museums – A day exploring London Museums, Natural History Museum or Science Museum. We will drop you outside the Natural History Museum. From here you will be able to visit the local museums such as the Science Museum and the Victoria & Albert Museum OR Trafalgar Square for free-time at leisure in London …………………

24.00

22.00

A

THU 31ST FD A UNIQUE DAY OUT AT THE LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN in the heart of the Cornish countryside. Enjoy a day out at the largest garden restoration in Europe, home to a National Collection of camellias and rhododendrons & bursting with romance & intrigue around every pathway & corner. Whether you are looking for breathtake surroundings, history, horticulture, or wildlife, The Lost Gardens has it all! Inc entry …………………….

37.20 29.20 35.10sc

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SUN 3RD FD EAST DEVON TOUR stopping at Otter Nurseries Garden Centre, Ottery St Mary in time for coffee then on to Seaton for lunch and Lyme Regis for the afternoon ………….

18.50

16.50

B

TUE 5TH FD SALISBURY MARKET ………………………………………………………………………… 15.00 13.00 B

TUE 5TH FD WILTON SHOPPING OUTLET, NR SALISBURY ………………………………………….. 15.00 13.00 B

WED 6TH FD HIGHLIGHTS OF SHROPSHIRE BY STEAM & CRUISE! : We arrive in time to catch our steam train on the Severn Valley Railway at Kidderminster to Bridgnorth taking in the varied and largely unspoiled scenery and the quaint ‘olde worlde’ charm of country stations, plus one highlight of the trip is the crossing of the River Severn by means of the Victoria Bridge, a massive 200 foot single span, high above the water. We arrive in Bridgnorth where our coach will meet you and travel to the delightful town of Ludlow with its spectacular castle in the Welsh Marches, for lunch and then we continue our journey to Stourport-on-Severn for a cruise on the River Severn having a delicious cream tea as we enjoy the scenic countryside Inc train/boat/cream tea …………………………………

47.75

45.55

B

SUN 10TH FD THE JEWEL OF THE COTSWOLDS stopping at Tewkesbury for coffee and continuing our journey to BROADWAY, the northern gateway to the beautiful North Cotswold and is known as the Jewel of the Cotswolds, with its ancient Cotswold stone cottages and myriad of antique shops, for lunch and BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER with the River Windrush flowing beneath tiny humpback bridges, for afternoon tea ……………………………………

15.00

13.00

D

WED 13TH FD A TASTE OF GUERNSEY FOR THE DAY! An early start is required for this trip to arrive at Poole for 08.30 hrs to catch the Condor Ferry at 09.15 hrs having time to have a breakfast maybe before arriving at Guernsey at 12.15 hrs and St Peter’s Port with its cobbled streets and picturesque sea front marina and historic gardens it is easy to see why St Peter Port is considered one of Europe’s prettiest harbour towns. We return on the Condor at 16.25 hrs back at Poole for 19.25 hrs where our coach will be waiting for you for the return journey home. Inc ferry ……………………………………………………

57.20 per person

05.30

WED 13TH FD ROSS-ON-WYE & HEREFORD ……………………………………………………………… 15.00 13.00 D

SUN 17TH FD SIDMOUTH & THE DONKEY SANCTUARY We arrive in time for coffee at The Donkey Sanctuary nr Salcombe in the morning for refreshments – donations welcome to look after the welfare of the donkeys before we arrive at SIDMOUTH in time for lunch and for the remainder of the day ……………………………………………………………………………..

18.75

16.75

B

WED 20TH FD TOUR OF THE COTSWOLDS, STRATFORD-ON-AVON & RIVER CRUISE: Today we take the scenic route to Stratford-on-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, steeped in culture and history. Set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the river Avon, it is one of the most important tourist destinations I the UK. In the afternoon we enjoy the peace, tranquillity & enchanting views whilst cruising some of the most delightful stretches of the gently flowing River Avon whilst enjoying a delicious cream tea with fresh strawberries & as much tea/coffee as you want Inc boat/tea ……….

28.60 per person

C

SAT 23RD FD MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW @ THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND inc entry ………. 28.10 per person C

IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY ON ANY SHOW/EVENT DUE TO

LIMITED TICKETS!

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SUN 24TH FD THE QUANTOCK HILLS/EXMOOR, WATCHET AND MINEHEAD. We arrive in time to catch our train on the West Somerset Railway as we enjoy the varied landscapes of the Quantock Hills & Exmoor before we arrive at Watchet, a charming little coastal town with an active Marina, an Old Port, quaint houses & places to have lunch before we set off on our steam train at 13.33 hrs to arrive at Minehead for 14.03 hrs. You will have a couple of hours to spend at the seaside before we return by train enjoying a delicious cream tea Inc return train/cream ………………………………………………………………………….

38.00 per person

B

WED 27TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT AT CHARLESTOWN (Shipwreck & Heritage Centre) AND MEVAGISSEY. We arrive at The Shipwreck Centre which has recently been a key location for the BBC’s Poldark series & is home to the largest private collection of ship wreck artefacts in Europe. The port of Charlestown was built by Charles Rashleigh to serve a thriving copper & china clay industry. The charm & appeal of the village & its grade 2 listed harbour still attracts thousands of people & film producers every year to visit this historical part of Cornwall. We then travel to Mevagissey, a Cornish fishing village, where you can wander & have a fine lunch in one of the excellent seafood restaurants. Inc entry to Shipwreck & Heritage Centre ………………………………….. OR CHARLESTOWN HARBOUR & MEVAGISSEY – coach only ……………………….

32.25 per person 25.00 23.00

07.00 07.00

THU 28TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

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SUN 1ST FD SUNDAY CIRCULAR TOUR stopping at Marlborough for coffee, Wilton shopping Centre, Salisbury for lunch and Shaftesbury for the afternoon ………….

15.00

13.00

E

SUN 1ST FD EMMERDALE STUDIO EXPERIENCE, LEEDS & EMMERDALE THE TOUR! If you love Emmerdale then why not join us on this day out visiting two exciting tours, Emmerdale Studio Experience, Leeds which takes you on a journey behind the scenes, showing you how we bring the characters you love & stories you remember to life. With full scale set reconstructions, preserved props & costumes to the secrets behind stunts & special effects, this is your chance to step into the exciting world of telly. The fully guided tour will take around 80 mins. There is also a Café where you can enjoy a brew! We then travel onto Emmerdale’s live, working TV set located within the Harewood Estate, Leeds that has played witness to many a spectacle, to allow guests to tread the tarmac indulging in a fully guided tour of this popular, fictional village. Inc both entries ………………………..

72.75 per person

0700

WED 4TH FD CHELSEA PENSIONERS ROYAL HOSPITAL with guided tour & Cream Tea! 2017 marks the 325th anniversary of the doors opening for the very first time to the very first Chelsea Pensioners in 1692. They are the UK’s iconic veteran soldiers – hailing from all corners of our Nation and the Commonwealth. They all live together at their historic home in the heart of London. Enjoy a tour with a resident Chelsea Pensioner as your guide and learn all about the origins, history and hear, first-hand what it means to be a soldier and potential sacrifices it entails. Followed by this tour we have a cream tea before we head home Inc guided tour/cream tea ………………………………………………………………

47.50 per person

A

SUN 8TH FD AUTUMN TINTS AT NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM, nr Lichfield – Created in 1997, the National Memorial Arboretum is a special place that remembers those who have served, and continue to serve our Nation in many different ways. The New 15.7m Remembrance Centre opened in March this year, and has an interactive exhibition called Landscapes of Life, which provides a preview of the Arboretum & an introduction to the concept of remembrance. Visitors footsteps will cause digital leaves to be swept aside to reveal swathes of poppies & people will have the opportunity to record and upload their own stories to a new national archive through a unique ‘Memory Booth’ …………………

Coach only 17.50 15.50 Landscapes of Life Exhibition entry with Audio guide 24.25 22.25

B

B

WED 11TH FD A TRIP TO TAVISTOCK GOOSE FAIR, on the western edge of Dartmoor Come and enjoy the annual Goose Fair in Tavistock, known as the Goosie Fair, which dates back to the early 12th Century. Market traders come from all over the country to sell their wares & provide entertainment. Stalls and side shows are set up in the centre of the Town, & some 200 stalls selling a huge variety of items line the streets. ……………………………..

18.75

16.75

A

WED 11TH E CRAZY FOR YOU starring Tom Chambers (Top Hat & winner of Strictly Come Dancing) @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : This multi award-winning, romantic comedy, filled with great dance numbers, charts the troubled love story of Bobby, son of a wealthy New York banking family and frustrated Broadway hoofer, and Polly, daughter of the proprietor of a failing theatre in Deadrock Nevada. Eve Perf ……………………………….

47.85 ticket/coach

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SUN 15TH AUTUMN TINTS TOUR – LUDLOW & THE SHROPSHIRE HILLS “An area of outstanding Natural Beauty” We stop at Ross Labels for coffee then on to Ludlow for lunch with the tour of the Shropshire Hills in the afternoon stopping for refreshments before we return home ………………………………………………………………………….

16.50

14.50

C

IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY ON ANY SHOW/EVENT DUE TO

LIMITED TICKETS!

OCTOBER - continued

ADULT CHILD DEPT

WED 18TH FD AUTUMN GOLD IN THE BRECON NATIONAL PARK on the Scenic Mountain Railway & A VISIT TO ROYAL MINT, LLANTRISANT: We visit the Brecon Mountain Railway which runs through superb scenery along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir & beyond on the extended line now to Torpantau. This section will climb steeply past the Pentwyn reservoir where we then return. We continue to THE ROYAL MINT at Llantrisant for our factory tour experience booked at 14.00 hrs which lasts 45 mins allowing us to see for ourselves the people & processes that put the pounds & pennies into our pockets. You will discover how blank pieces of metal are made before being struck to become coins. You will then be given the option to strike your own coin to take home as a memento or have a picture surrounded by a chest of coins (extra cost). The interactive exhibition is self-guided for you to explore six different zones at your own pace. Time for a cuppa before we head home! This experience is truly not to be missed!!! Inc return train ride/tour of Royal Mint ………………………………………………………………………….

39.25

38.00

C

THU

19TH

E

WAR HORSE @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME – This particular production features ground breaking puppetry work by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet company, which brings breathing and galloping horses to life on stage Eve Perf …………………………………..

63.50 ticket/coach

N

SAT 21ST FD THE SPECTACULAR BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS! Considered by many to be the greatest free light show on earth, the Blackpool Illuminations have played a major part in Blackpool’s calendar since 1879. Every year thousands of people visit this spectacular show of lights. Traditionally the themes for the lights are kept secret, but you can be sure of a wonderful display that stretches some five miles along the sea front. As we journey to Blackpool you will be served free tea/coffee. There will be plenty of freetime in Blackpool before we start the tour of the lights. ……………………………………………….

26.00

24.00

07.30

TUE 24TH FD A DAY IN OXFORD at your leisure …………………………………………………………… 13.00 11.00 C

WED 25TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT IN LIVERPOOL – The North West city now bulging with fabulous new shops, world class culture offering more museums & galleries, new restaurants and trendy wine bars in addition the famous Albert Docks. Why not also take the opportunity of seeing the bronze statue of Cilla Black which was unveiled in January 2017, marking the 60th anniversary of the Cavern Club. The life-size statue was commissioned by the late singer’s three sons and is situated outside the original entrance to the world famous Cavern Club. The club, famous for housing The Beatles on their early years, is also the place where Black worked as a cloakroom girl in her early years in Liverpool ……………

25.00

23.00

A

THU 26TH FD CAMDEN MARKET & LITTLE VENICE CRUISE ON THE REGENT CANAL. Our first visit is at a former hay market from where the canal is bordered by the gardens of elegant town houses backing onto the water. Known as Camden Lock, this shopping destination is one of Camden’s world famous markets. The market includes hundreds of clothing, music and arts and craft stalls set up in the former warehouses and around the cobbled & flagged courtyards. We board our narrow barge at Dingwalls Dock in Camden Lock Market for our relaxing 50 mins cruise on the Regent’s Canal, a tranquil oasis in the heart of London’s bustling Camden Lock passing London Zoo, Regent’s Park, a short canal tunnel, through to Robert Browning’s Island at Little Venice Inc cruise …………………..

34.90

33.30sc

A

THU 26TH FD LONDON ZOO - Embark on a wild adventure - discover over 650 amazing animal species right in the heart of the capital. Set in leafy Regent's Park amid heritage- listed buildings and beautiful gardens, ZSL London Zoo gives you a great excuse for a big day out. Inc

49.95 41.60 47.05sc

A

MON 30TH E WAR HORSE @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Eve Perf …………………………………… 61.00 ticket/coach N ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

NOVEMBER

ADULT CHILD DEPT

WED 1ST M WAR HORSE @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf ……………………………………… 63.50 ticket/coach I

THU 2ND FD CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMAS/HOBBYCRAFTS/ART MATERIALS LIVE @ NEC BIRMINGHAM – This unique event features over 150 exhibitors showcasing their exclusive range of bespoke & unusual gifts, including glass, jewellery, art, candles, ceramics, clothing and so much more! Inc admission ……………………………………….

27.05ad 25.50sc

B

SUN 5TH FD RHEIDOL VALLEY AUTUMN COLOURS! running through the heart of the Cambrian Mountains, the most scenic valleys in Wales!!!! This historic steam railway passes through 12 miles of the Valley, twisting and climbing up into the mountains, travelling through a variety of changing scenery and views, woodlands, rugged mountains and flowing rivers with the added extra of the Valley becoming a magnificent array of auburns & reds as the trees become ablaze with the colours of Autumn. We arrive at Devils Bridge & the picturesque Hafod Hotel, a 1700 hunting lodge standing alongside the Devils Bridge and waterfalls, provides a warming haven where we enjoy a Sunday lunch carvery. We then catch our train from Devils Bridge to Aberystwyth Inc carvery & train …………………….

48.50 per person

B

Day trips to be paid for before departure

NOVEMBER - continued

ADULT CHILD DEPT

TUE “

7TH “

FD “

MORETON-IN-MARSH MARKET : Com Return : 14.10 hrs ………………………………. CHELTENHAM – shopping : Com Return: 15.30 hrs ……………………………………….

11.25 9.50

9.50 8.50

C C

WED 8TH M WAR HORSE @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf ……………………………………… 63.50 ticket/coach I

FRI 10TH E WESTON-SUPER-MARE ILLUMINATED CARNIVAL : 19.15 hrs starts ………………… 12.50 10.50 15.30

WED 15TH FD CHRISTMAS AT WINDSOR CASTLE – Christmas is a magical time to visit Windsor Castle. The State Apartments are adorned with glittering decorations, trees and lights to celebrate the festive season. The striking 20ft Nordmann Fir Tree will be the centrepiece of the display decked with lights, tinsel & colourful decorations. During the winter months the sumptuous private apartments created by George IV, the Semi-State Rooms are added to the visitor route Inc entry ……………………………………………………………

39.50 29.50 37.85sc

C

WED 22ND FD CARDIFF – Christmas Shopping …………………………………………………………….. 13.00 11.00 C

THU 23RD VALKENBURG CHRISTMAS MARKET (4 DAYS) ………………………………………… Details in European Brochure

SUN 26TH FD CHRISTMAS @ CLARKS SHOPPING VILLAGE, STREET ……………………………….. 13.00 11.00 C

SUN 26TH FD GLASTONBURY OR WELLS for Shopping or Sightseeing ………………………………… 13.00 11.00 C

THU NEW

30TH

DATE

E SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT GLOUCESTER CATHEDRAL at 19.30 hrs. A magical evening of Christmas Carols & festive readings, in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, joined by the school choirs of Gloucestershire who will perform a range of Christmas Carols, songs and readings by candlelight. Inc entry …………………………..

16.70 per person

N

THU 30TH FD WORCESTER VICTORIAN FAYRE is the leading Victorian-themed street market celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Over 200 stalls fill the atmospheric streets of Worcester’s historic heart with the colours, sounds & irresistible aromas of Christmas for this extra special time of year. From sparkly jewellery & festive home decorations to traditional roast chestnuts and warming mulled wine to joyful choir & instrumental performances – a great day is to be had! ………………………………………………………

12.00

10.00

C

THU 30TH COLOGNE CHRISTMAS MARKET (4 DAYS) ………………………………………………. Details in European Brochure ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

DECEMBER

ADULT CHILD DEPT

FRI 1ST FD DUNSTER BY CANDLEIGHT – This year we will be departing midday to enable us to get to Dunster in good time to explore this medieval village before it turns back on the present day and lights its streets with candles. Here we can enjoy the shops & stalls and the various festive entertainment in this preserved medieval village. Return at 21.00 hrs Inc Park & Ride …………………………………………………………………………………..

19.25

17.25

H

SUN 3RD FD SWANSEA CHRISTMAS MARKET – A Christmas cracker of shopping & fun, sample the delights from the festive chalets and welcoming traders offering the best choice of arts, crafts, handmade goods, fine foods, speciality products and Christmas essentials! ……

17.00

15.00

C

TUE 5TH FD BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET – The quaint streets and square, between the stunning Bath Abbey & the Roman Baths in the heart of Bath’s main shopping district, are transformed with more than 150 traditional wooden chalets. Each one offers unique, hand-made & unusual gifts, decorations and food items, everything you will need for the perfect Christmas celebration! ………………………………………………………………..

11.50

9.50

C

WED 6TH FD EARLY BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL!

A GREAT DAY OUT AT WEST MIDLANDS SAFARI PARK inc 3 course festive lunch at Spring Grove House, a beautiful Georgian Manor House, set in the grounds of West Midlands Safari Park. We arrive in time for a coach tour around the Safari Park where we come face to face with majestic giraffes, see Sumatran & Bengal tigers and white lions and more before we arrive at Spring Grove House, which is lavishly decorated in festive splendour, for a delicious lunch including coffee and mince pies before we take a gentle stroll back out of the park to see the Christmas display and visit the shop. Inc 3 course lunch/admission to Safari Park …………………………………………………….

35.00 per person

C

THU 7TH FD EXETER CHRISTMAS MARKET The picturesque setting located in the shadow of the iconic & majestic city Cathedral will be brought to life by this special seasonal Market, with stalls offering unique, handmade & unusual gifts, decorations & food items, everything needed for a perfect Christmas celebration & to create a real Christmas buzz. ………….

18.00

16.00

C

SUN 10TH EM ALADDIN “PANTOMIME” AT BRISTOL HIPPODROME 13.00 hrs Perf ………………… 41.90 40.40 G

TUE 12TH FD A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS AT TYNTESFIELD HOUSE, WRAXALL. Get this special time of the year off to a magical start by stepping back to Christmas' past, as we take the best loved themes & traditions & bring them to life at Tyntesfield. Visitors to this Gothic stately home will get the chance to rub shoulders with its 19th century owners, The Gibbs and their servants, after National Trust hires actors to give guests a real-life Downton Abbey style experience! There will be time to have refreshments. You will not be disappointed! Inc entry ……………………………………………………………………… NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS – Coach only ……………………………………………….

24.55 per person 11.00 per person

F F

Day trips to be paid for before departure

DECEMBER - continued

ADULT CHILD DEPT

WED 13TH FD CARDIFF – Christmas Market - shopping …………………………………………………. 13.00 11.00 C

SUN 17TH FD LONGLEAT “FESTIVAL OF LIGHT” – returns with, a brand new theme to light up Longleat once more. Festival of Light brings hundreds of illuminated features to create a glowing wonderland. Enjoy a drive through the safari park to see the lions, giraffes and other residents before dusk falls & the park lights up. A truly spectacular sight! The Xmas tickets include the Festival, the magically decorated Longleat House, performances by the giant Singing Christmas Tree & of course entry to the iconic Safari Park ……………..

41.00ad 32.70ch 35.35sc

E

SUN 17TH EE ALADDIN “PANTOMIME” AT BRISTOL HIPPODROME 17.00 hrs Perf .………………. 39.30 38.00 L

MON 18TH FD OLYMPIA HORSE SHOW : The London International Horse Show is one of the great London annual sporting events. The Olympia Horse Show takes in a wide range of equestrian events & is the essential London attraction with horse lovers across the UK. Each performance has a mix of equestrian competition, international displays enter-tainment & has a fantastic Christmas feel that entertains throughout: Mat perf …………

Prices to be confirmed

C

SAT 30TH NEW YEAR GALA BONN (4 DAYS) ………………………………………………………. Details in European Brochure ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

JANUARY 2018

ADULT CHILD DEPT

SUN 7TH EM ALADDIN “PANTOMIME” @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME 13.00 hrs Perf …………………. 36.70 35.40 G

SUN TBA M STRICTLY COME DANCING LIVE @ BARCLAYCARD ARENA, BIRMINGHAM ……… Prices to be confirmed! ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

FEBRUARY 2018

ADULT CHILD DEPT

MON THU WED

12TH

22ND 28TH

E E M

WICKED @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Wicked, acclaimed as one of the greatest musicals of our time, tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two sorcery students and their extraordinary adventures in Oz before they ultimately fulfil their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. It is based on a best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire. Audiences can expect technical wizardry, stunning costumes, and show-stopping songs. …………………………………..

68.65 ticket/coach 63.50 ticket/coach 60.85 ticket/coach

N

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TUE 13TH FD ABERGAVENNY ON MARKET DAY ………………………………………………………… 15.00 13.00 B

WED 14TH FD LONDON DAY TRIP – visit the Museums, Natural History Museum, or V&A or Science Museum …………………………………………………………………………………………...

25.00

23.00

A

WED 14TH FD MADAME TUSSAUDS, LONDON : Madame Tussauds is a wax museum in London with branches in a number of major cities. It was founded by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud. It used to be known as "Madame Tussaud's"; the apostrophe is no longer used. Madame Tussauds is a major tourist attraction in London, displaying waxworks of famous people.

Awaiting prices To be confirmed

A

THU 15TH FD BIRMINGHAM BULLRING & NEW STREET STATION for shopping …………………… 15.00 13.00 B ●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●

MARCH 2018

ADULT CHILD DEPT

SUN 4TH FD TRAGO MILLS, NEWTON ABBOT …………………………………………………………… 18.00 16.00 C

SAT 10TH FD WELLESBOURNE AIRFIELD MARKET & STRATFORD-ON-AVON. Wellesbourne market is one of the UK’s largest outdoor markets with 500 stalls. Shopping bargains for everyone & scrumptious food! In the afternoon we visit the popular town of Stratford-on-Avon for shopping or sightseeing ………………………………………………………………

15.00

13.00

C

FRI 16TH FD SEWING FOR PLEASURE/FASHION EMBROIDERY & STITCH/HOBBYCRAFTS & CAKE INTERNATIONAL @ NEC BIRMINGHAM …………………………………………..

Date & Price to be confirmed

C

SUN 18TH FD MINEHEAD & DUNSTER ……………………………………………………………………… 17.50 15.50 D

WED 21ST FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE ……………………………………………………………………… 10.00 8.00 E

SUN 25TH FD BLENHEIM PALACE, WOODSTOCK – See the sumptuous State Rooms with their priceless treasures, stroll through sweeping landscaped gardens designed by Capability Brown, and grab a photo opportunity at the shimmering lake. Inc entry …………………..

29.20 20.95 27.60sc

C

WED 28TH FD WINTER WARMER RIVER CRUISE ON THE RIVER TRENT & NOTTINGHAM : We arrive in time for our 2 hour cruise on the River Trent on the Nottingham Princess enjoying a 2 course roast lunch taking in the views of Nottingham historic city between Holme Pierrepont and Wilford Church with informative live commentary. You will then have time to visit the centre with high-end arcades and stretch of boutique shops in Derby Road inc

38.75 per person

B

WED 28TH FD NOTTINGHAM, a day at your leisure ………………………………………………………… 23.00 21.00 B

Day trips to be paid for before departure

IT IS ADVISABLE TO BOOK EARLY ON ANY

SHOW/EVENT DUE TO LIMITED TICKETS!

Day trips to be paid for before departure

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DAY TRIP TIMETABLE BELOW : - APPROXIMATE TIMINGS ONLY:

Cam Dursley Woodmancote Woodfields Sharpness Berkeley Thornbury

South North South North South North South North South North South North South North

A 07:25 08:05 07:30 08:00 07.35 07:55 07:38 07:52 07:45 07:45 07:50 07:40 08:10 07:20

B 07:55 08:35 08:00 08:30 08:05 08:25 08:08 08:22 08:15 08:15 08:20 08:10 08:40 07:50

C 08:25 09:05 08:30 09:00 08:35 08:55 08:38 08:52 08:45 08:45 08:50 08:40 09:10 08:20

D 08:55 09:35 09:00 09:30 09:05 09:25 09:08 09:22 09:15 09:15 09:20 09:10 09:40 08:50

E 09:25 10:05 09:30 10:00 09:35 09:55 09:38 09:52 09:45 09:45 09:50 09:40 10:10 09:20

F 09:55 10:35 10:00 10:30 10:05 10:25 10:08 10:22 10:15 10:15 10:20 10:10 10:40 09:50

G 10:55 11:35 11:00 11:30 11:05 11:25 11:08 11:22 11:15 11:15 11:20 11:10 11:40 10:50

H 11:55 12:35 12:00 12:30 12:05 12:25 12:08 12:22 12:15 12:15 12:20 12:10 12:40 11:50

I 12:55 13:35 13:00 13:30 13:05 13:25 13:08 13:22 13:15 13:15 13:20 13:10 13:40 12:50

J 05:55 06:35 06:00 06:30 06:05 06:25 06:08 06:22 06:15 06:15 06:20 06:10 06:40 05:50

K 13:55 14:35 14:00 14:30 14:05 14:25 14:08 14:22 14:15 14:15 14:20 14:10 14:40 13:50

L 15:55 16:35 16:00 16:30 16:05 16:25 16:08 16:22 16:15 16:15 16:20 16:10 16:40 15:50

M 17:25 18:05 17:30 18:00 17:35 17:55 17:38 17:52 17:45 17:45 17:50 17:40 18:10 17:20

N 17:55 18:35 18:00 18:30 18:05 18:25 18:08 18:22 18:15 18:15 18:20 18:10 18:40 17:50

Timetable. “South” = A south destination e.g. Torquay: “North” = A north destination e.g. Birmingham WE MUST STRESS THAT THESE TIMES ARE A GUIDE ONLY AND THAT THE TIMES WILL BE CONFIRMED ONE DAY BEFORE DEPARTURE BY TELEPHONE. However, if we are unable to contact you by phone then please ring and we will confirm the times with you. The company reserve the right to change the pick-up times and any prices as and when are necessary. Meals, refreshments and any admission charges are not included unless stated. Applegates cannot accept liability for any loss or damage due to any cancellation, alteration or delay however caused. The information contained in our brochure is published in good faith and correct at time of printing. Whilst every effort will be made to adhere to the published details the company reserves the right to modify at any time. ALL EXCURSIONS OPERATE SUBJECT TO SUFFICIENT DEMAND. ALL DAY TRIPS MUST BE PAID FOR ON BOOKING UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. IF A CANCELLATION OCCURS BY CUSTOMERS MONIES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE UNLESS WE ARE ABLE TO SELL THEIR SEATS. CANCELLATION OF DAY TRIPS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY US ONE DAY BEFORE DEPARTURE AND WILL RECEIVE A FULL REFUND. ANY CANCELLATIONS BY CUSTOMERS ON ANY DAY TRIPS WHICH INCLUDES TICKETS THEN A REFUND IS ACCEPTED IE SOLD TICKET, THERE WILL BE A CHARGE OF 15% DEDUCTED FOR ADMINISTRATION PURPOSES. HD = HALF DAY : FD= FULL DAY : E = EVENING : M = MATINEE :AD = ADULT : SC = SENIOR CITIZEN : CH = CHILD PICK-UP POINTS: LITTLE CHEF, EASTINGTON/CAM/DURSLEY/SHARPNESS/BERKELEY/HEATHFIELDGARAGE/THORNBURY/ ALVESTON/ALMONDSBURY LAYBY TO AVOID LENGTHY PICK-UPS, CAR PARKING AVAILABLE @ HEATHFIELD GARAGE “OWNERS PARK AT THEIR OWN RISK” WE NEED TO INFORM OUR CUSTOMERS THAT DUE TO DRIVERS HOURS & REGULATIONS IT MAY MEAN THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO PICK UP AT SPECIFIC PICK-UP POINTS. THIS WILL BE DECIDED ON THE TRIP CONCERNED OR UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED.

Our agents are: Cam Post Office; Dursley Post Office, Market Place, Dursley; Coventry Building Society, Berkeley: Thornbury Tourist Information, High Street, Thornbury

Heathfield Garage, Newport, Berkeley, Glos; GL13 9PL : Tel. No: 01453 810314 : Fax No: 01453 511184 Website: www.applegates.co.uk : emails: karen@applegates.co.uk : sigi@applegates.co.uk