Barnes Coaches 2025-2026 Holiday Brochure by Barnes Coaches

Hello & Welcome! TO OUR NEW 2025-2026

UK & EUROPEAN HOLIDAY BROCHURE

How to book your holiday

We have a few options available to make your booking process as easy as possible!

A £40 per person deposit is required to reserve a booking, plus the premium for our travel Insurance (should you require it).

A confirmation of your booking will then be sent to you by email (Or by post if requested) and will show when the remaining balance is payable. Your final travel documents will be issued 14 days before departure.

Our office opening hours are: Monday to Friday: 08:45-17:00 Saturdays: 09:00-12:00

Online: barnescoaches.co.uk

You can book all of our holidays and pay your holiday balance on our website. Simply follow the booking instructions, you will then be sent a confirmation via email.

Phone: 01793 821303 (Option 1)

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If you would prefer to speak to our team to book your holiday, please call us on the number above and we will be happy to help. We will reserve your place, give you a booking reference number and ask for adeposit to secure your places.

Pop in: visit our depot in Swindon

If you are local to us and would prefer to book your holiday in person, you are welcome to pop in and visit us at our depot: Unit E, Woodside Road, South Marston Park, Swindon, SN34AQ.

What’s inside our NEW Brochure? Let us tell you!

Remainder of Summer and Autumn: New additions from our last brochure include Magical Medieval Cornwall (P11), Historic Kent (P17). Canterbury’s Haven (P17), and a new Irish tour, Wexford’s Timeless Treasures (P37). Run up to Christmas: All of the normal Turkey and Tinsel holidays plus, new holidays to Bournemouth (P42) and Minehead (P50). There are also lots of non-Turkey & Tinsel options such as; Thursford (P44), Christmas Markets (P45-6), and new for this year a Thames Party Cruise! (P43). Christmas: We return to three hotels that received the best feedback last Christmas, these are Plymouth, Harrogate and Lake District. Our Warners holiday also received great feedback but this year we change venue and visit Bembridge on the Isle of Wight. Plus, we have two new holidays to Bournemouth (P58) and Lincolnshire (P60). We also return to Ilfracombe (P63), and you have the option to stay for New Year as well in one long holiday! New Year: We return to Falmouth, Isle of Wight and Ilfracombe following their success last year. Our new holiday is a 5-day break to Torquay (P65). 2026: You will find dates for January to March plus, holidays that have already sold out for 2025! New holidays are 60s Party in Devon (P67), Bognor Regis (P70), Murder Mystery in Torquay (P69), and following the sell out of our first mini cruise, we offer another one to Belgium (P75).

Thank you as always and look forward to seeing you on board soon!

2025 has got off to a great start here at Barnes Coaches, with over 70 holidays successfully completed throughout the UK, Ireland and Mainland Europe. As always feedback has been exceptional with regards to our coaches, hotels and, most importantly, our wonderful drivers and office staff.

This brochure has holidays for the remainder of 2025 plus we have a selection of 2026 holidays on sale that are either early in the year, or if the 2025 departures have already sold out. These are the holidays that need to be booked as far in advance as possible as are likely to sell out again!

As normal, there is a mix of repeated favourite tours and some new exciting destinations, we have marked these new tours with this logo.

To give you further peace of mind please also be assured that we are protected by the BCH-ABTOT bond scheme, so your money is always safe with us. Further details are further down on this page.

FINANCIAL SECURITY STATEMENT

The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to packages; Barnes Coaches Ltd.will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole. Additionally, as required by law, Barnes Coaches Ltd. have protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that they become insolvent. Barnes Coaches Ltd. are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group, overseen by The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited. This is a government approved consumer protection scheme. This ensures that in relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure (or website) that a Bond, which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the members Insolvency, protects the clients’ monies. Clients are recommended to inspect the current membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or telephone 0207 065 5316. to confirm current membership. Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays. Details of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 (legislation.gov. uk)

FLIGHT INCLUSIVE PACKAGES

The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT) provides financial protection under its ATOL Franchise and The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for Barnes Coaches Ltd. ABTOT number: 7005, ATOL number: 12700, and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following:

1. flight inclusive packages that commence outside of the UK, which are sold to customers outside of the UK; and 2. flight inclusive packages, flight only and linked travel arrangements (LTAs) sold as a principal under the ABTOT ATOL Franchise.

ABTOT cover provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled or repatriation if you are abroad. Please note that bookings made by customers outside the UK are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with Barnes Coaches Ltd. In the unlikely event that you require assistance whilst abroad due to our financial failure, please call ABTOT’s 24/7 helpline on: 01702 811397 and advise you are a customer of an ABTOT protected travel company. You can access The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 here: www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/634/ contents/madeYou can find out more about ABTOT here: www.abtot. com/ All the flights and flight inclusive holidays [in this brochure] [on this website] are financially protected either by ABTOT or the ATOL scheme. When you pay for something protected by the ATOL scheme you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other services) is listed on it. Please see our booking conditions for further information or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate

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Why travel with Barnes Coaches

105 Years’ Experience

We have over 105 years experience as a coach operator, serving our local community with coach transport, holidays and excursions. We are the largest and most modern coach operator in the area.

Pickup & Drop Off Services

Start your holiday from your front door, (yes, literally!) and take advantage of our FREE home pickup & drop off service on holidays 4 days & over!*

OR SAVE £20 PER PERSON by getting to one of our main money-saver pickup points!

*For full details, please see the back cover with our FREE Pickup Area Map.

We have a range of smaller vehicles (like the one pictured above) in our fleet (plus taxis), which act as feeder vehicle to pick up customers and then meet the main coach en-route.

All holiday pickup timings are issued at least 14 days prior to departure and advise on what type of vehicle will be picking you up initially for your holiday.

Modern & Comfortable Coaches

All executive coaches have comfy, reclining seats with arm and foot rests, air conditioning, a toilet, fridge and all new coaches that are rolled in, now come with USB charging ports. Plus, our iconic bright livery makes us stand out from the crowd in any coach park!

Tailored Itineraries, & Experiences

Our team works hard to make sure that we select the very best attractions and destinations each holiday has to offer.

Our holiday prices are per person and include all coach travel during the holiday.

The itinerary for each holiday will make it clear if any entrances are included or not. If tours are listed as: A, B, C etc. this means these tours may operate in a different order to how shown in the brochure. This is to accommodate for attractions, weather conditions, driver rest days etc.

Earned Recognition Scheme

We have achieved accreditation in the DVSA Earned Recognition Scheme. Meaning our drivers, vehicles and compliance checks are in top condition and meet all the standards for the DVSA. There are currently only around 129 coach operators in the scheme.

Hotels

An important part of the holiday! so we are very careful about the hotels used. We use a variety of hotels across the UK & Europe, all are to a good standard with ensuite rooms with televisions and are described individually under each holiday. Many hotels offer entertainment in the evenings!

A lot of hotels are happy to accommodate room requests. For any room requests that are essential, please speak to our team prior to booking so we can ensure the hotel can meet all of your requirements.

FREE HOME PICKUP & DROP OFF SERVICE ON TOURS 4 DAYS & OVER!

View our free pickup area map on the reverse of this brochure.

Friendly & Knowledgeable Staff

Our team are here to make your holiday experience a seamless process from the moment you book with our helpful office team, to our knowledgeable drivers on the journey.

Check out our meet the team page!

Single Supplement Price Promise

We believe solo travellers deserve fair prices and peace of mind. That’s why our Single Supplement Price Promise ensures you only pay what we pay - nothing more. If a hotel charges us a single supplement, we pass it on without adding a penny extra; that’s our promise to you. Where there is no mention of a supplement it means that we have some single rooms available without a supplement, these rooms tend to get booked up extremely quickly and any further rooms may attract a supplement from the hotel.

To help you find holidays without a single supplement, look for this logo:

If you would like a double seat to yourself then please let us know and we will try to accommodate this where possible.

Useful to know...

European Tours

You will be required to have a passport that has more than three months left.

For some UK tours with a ferry/flight involved, you will be required to have government issued photographic ID such as a passport or driving licence. We have marked our tours that require this with either a passport or photo I.D symbol.

Customer Satisfaction Report £200 Draw

Please note: for EU, Channel Islands, Scotland and Ireland holidays, depending on crossing times or distance we need to travel, please be prepared for an early departure.

As always, thank you for your valuable help in returning these, the winner of the now £200 holiday voucher is: Mary Francis from Swindon!

Read our latest feedback online: Barnescoaches.co.uk/reviews

Seating Plans

We use airline-style numbering on our holiday tours, and this runs 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A etc. A and B are door side seats and C and D being driver side seats. 1 is the front row through to 14 being the rear row.

PLEASE NOTE: Our coach layouts (e.g. windows / pillar positions etc.) do vary due to our various makes and models of vehicles.

Wheelchair and Motorised Scooters

Did you know, several of our coaches have their own names!

• Astrid

• Bob • Brunel

• Centurion

• Charles

• Cyril

• Dabchick

• Daniel

• Elizabeth

• Gordon

• Iris

• Jim • Moonraker

• Mikey P

• Nellie

• Poppy

• Sebby

• Simon

• Tommy

• Ziggy

• Zara

Plus, 4 new coaches joining our fleet in June 2025 to be named soon!

Seating is selected at point of booking and is on a first-come, first serve basis.

We are happy to carry conventional wheelchairs, however, motorised scooters do create a series of practical difficulties, and we are unable to carry them on holidays that are to more than one hotel. They need to be class 2 and a maximum of 24” wide, 40” long and a maximum weight of 60kg. If you do wish to bring a motorised scooter, then we do request that you inform us at the time of booking so that we can check that there is space as we can only carry one per holiday. Please also ensure that the scooter is a type that we are able to carry and that you know how to fold it up (or at least can show your driver how to fold it up). If you are taking a motorised scooter, you will also need to be picked up from one of our main pickup points as shown on the reverse of this brochure, as our feeder vehicles cannot carry them.

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2025-2026 Brochure Date Index

JUNE 2025

Sun 22nd Jersey by Sea 7 35

Mon 23rd Looe 4 10

Thu 26th Scarborough 5 22

Sun 29th Mayo, Ireland 7 38

Mon 30th Eastbourne 5 16

Humberside 5 21

JULY 2025

Mon 7th Tyne for an Adventure 5 23

Sat 12th Jersey by Sea 7 35

Mon 21st Ilfracombe 5 12

Sun 27th Dambusters 5 20

Mon 28th Disneyland Paris 4 38

Wed 30th St Agnes 7 08

AUGUST 2025

Sun 3rd Cider with Roses 5 12

Kings Lynn, Norfolk 5 20

Jacobite Steam Train 7 31

Mon 4th Exmouth 5 13

Potters Five Lakes 5 19

Tenby 5 30

Fri 8th London 3 08

Sun 10th Garden of England 5 18

Fabulously Merseyside 4 27

Mon 11th Warners, Corton 5 28

Fri 11th Sandown, Isle of Wight 7 15

Sun 17th Back in Tyne, Newcastle 5 23 Jersey by Sea 6 35 Guernsey by Sea 6 34

Mon 18th Nostalgic Rail etc 5 26

Sat 23rd High Alps, Austria 8 39

Mon 25th Suffolk Villages & Coast 5 19

Rippling Ribble Valley 5 24

Wed 27th Scotland’s Royal Deeside 7 34

SEPTEMBER 2025

Mon 1st Eastbourne 5 16

Wed 3rd Moselle Cruise 7 40

Mon 8th Bournemouth 5 15 York 5 20 Luxurious Lake District 4 24 Blackpool & Hull 5 25

Fri 12th Paignton 4 11 Blackpool 3 26

Sun 14th Jersey by Air 6 35 Belmond British Pullman 2 21

Wexford’s Treasures 5 37

Mon 15th Jersey, Guernsey & Herm 7 36 Green Spain 11 41 Thu 18th Northern Dramas 5 27

Mon 22nd Weymouth 5 14 Scarborough 5 22 Fri 26th Looe 4 10 Blackpool 3 26

Sun 28th 4-Star Weymouth

29th Bognor Regis

Some of our 2025 holidays were featured in our previous brochure / released to our presale list, this brochure includes a great selection of new tours just added up to early 2026, plus some tours on early presale.

If you do not see a holiday listed inside our brochure that you have already booked, please do not panic! It is most likely not included because it has sold out already! You can still view tour information via our website or in our previous brochure.

Tours marked in RED are :

Tours marked in BLUE are extra holidays added to our schedule!

Our next holiday brochure is due for release in November 2025 and will include our full schedule of Spring, Summer & Autumn 2026. If you are on our holiday mailing list, you will automatically receive a new copy once available.

Destination Index

England Pages: 8-29,43-45, 4750, 52-54,57,58,60-73

Channel Islands Pages: 34-36

Wales Pages: 29-31, 55,56,74

Isle of Man Page: 36,79

Scotland Pages: 31-34,56, 76-78

Ireland Page: 37-38,80 Isle of Wight Pages: 51,59,64,71 France Pages: 38,81

Germany Pages: 40

Austria Pages: 39

Belgium Page: 45

Belgium Pages: 75 Switzerland Pages: 82

Spain Pages: 41

Scenic Coastal Cornwall St Agnes

Enjoy one of the most famous cities in the world whilst staying in a 5-star Luxury Lifestyle hotel. Our hotel provides us with a scrumptious afternoon tea, wine hour and complimentary nonalcoholic mini bar in the rooms!

Friday To London and you can choose to be dropped at either Kensington (close to the museums) or Park Lane (close to the shops). And you can of course explore further afield if you wish by public transport. We will arrive at the hotel for 15:30 when we are treated to an Afternoon Tea. After we have checked in there is also Wine Hour in the evening from 18:00-19:00 with canapés.

Saturday The city is yours to explore at your own leisure! There is so much to see and discover in London. Maybe enjoy a spot of shopping, or perhaps visit some of the great range of museums and galleries! Maybe even treat yourself and book a West End show? Anything you fancy!

Sunday Following a relaxed breakfast, we check out and at 10:30 and our coach will take us to Covent Garden for free time. We depart here at 16:00 for home.

PLEASE NOTE: It is advisable to do your own prior research as to where you would like to visit in London for your free time and check availability for any attractions.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Andaz London

Liverpool Street

A 5-star hotel that celebrates the heritage of its location.

LIFT | BAR WIFI | FREEVIEW TV MINI BAR hyatt.com/andaz

PLEASE NOTE: This holiday is bed and breakfast only, however the hotel has five dining options if you wish to dine onsite, or of course there are plenty more within a short walk. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from Liverpool Street Underground Station.

• Afternoon Tea & Wine Hour at hotel

• Central pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast

(Inc.

Experience all that Cornwall has to offer whilst based in this lovely hotel in the quaint Cornish Coastal village of St Agnes. Lots of the scenic local area is used in the TV drama Poldark.

First Day To Cornwall and we make a lunchtime stop in Boscastle which is a picturesque, sheltered harbour on a rugged coast where the quaint old buildings have been converted into pubs, restaurants and coffee shops.

Tours at Resort

A | Views of Mount’s Bay, overlooked by the beautiful St Michael’s Mount, before arriving at Land’s End where we make a short stop in this dramatic location. Then the coastal route to St Ives. St Ives is described as the jewel in Cornwall’s crown and has a picturesque fishing harbour.

B | We pass through Perranporth and travel along the north coast of Cornwall and after enjoying the scenic coastal drive we make a stop in Padstow. Padstow has a lovely setting by the Camel Estuary where narrow streets lead to the harbour. Free time to enjoy St Agnes on our return.

C | We make a morning stop in Porthleven with its picturesque high walled harbour with colourful boats. Then to the south coast of Cornwall and we visit Falmouth in its beautiful position on the estuary, which is the deepest in Western Europe.

D | We visit Truro, a great, little city filled with friendly pubs, restaurants, shops, and an iconic cathedral. Then to Mevagissey which has narrow streets that lead down to the old centre with distinctive, picturesque twin harbours.

Last Day We return by a different route and remain in Cornwall with a lunchtime stop in the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour.

The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as a pleasure craft.

• Return coach travel

Rosemundy House Hotel

3-star property set in four acres of woodland and gardens. In the evenings relax in the bar or cosy snug lounge.

BAR | GROUND FLOOR ROOMS rosemundy.co.uk Holiday Inclusions

• Tours as indicated

7 Days From

Autumn on the North Coast of Cornwall,

Newquay

We experience the best of the North Coast of Cornwall whilst based in a hotel with fabulous Atlantic Ocean Views in a quiet part of Newquay, but with the town centre in walking distance. We even get to see some of the southern coast on our way to the hotel! This holiday and hotel and receive great feedback.

Monday Our first taste of Cornwall as we visit Looe, a picturesque Cornish Fishing harbour with a rich history. Tours at Resort

A | We enjoy views of Mount’s Bay, overlooked by the beautiful St Michael’s Mount, before arriving at Land’s End where we make a short stop in this dramatic location. Then the coastal route to St Ives. St Ives is described as the jewel in Cornwall’s crown and has a picturesque fishing harbour.

B | To Boscastle which for many years was the only accessible harbour in over 40 miles of craggy coastline and is full of history. Then to Tintagel, famous for its castle which is entwined with the legend of King Arthur and there is now an iconic bridge linking it with the headland. We haven’t included entry, as it is not advised for those with limited mobility, however we will be here long enough to give you time to visit. If you would prefer to stay in the village, there is a myriad of shops and cafes to explore.

C | A free morning in Newquay and later to Padstow, a charming fishing port and a foodie destination ever since Rick Stein opened his first restaurant here in 1975.

Friday A different route home as we follow the Atlantic Highway through Cornwall and Devon to a lunchtime stop in the Devon town of Barnstaple on the River Taw, with its covered Victorian Pannier Market and famous ‘Butchers Row’.

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Kilbirnie Hotel

Overlooking the Atlantic with a heated indoor pool and other great facilities.

LIFT | BAR | FREEVIEW TV

4-Star Upscale Cornwall Weekend! Redruth

3 Days Fri 10th October 2025 £349

3 Days From NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED, THEN +£30)

Enjoy a short break to Cornwall whilst staying in a luxury 4-star hotel and spa. We also manage to visit four upscale towns whilst in Cornwall: St Ives, Padstow, Falmouth, and Looe. This hotel is now a firm favourite and this is our fifth visit!

Friday To Cornwall and we make our first stop in Padstow It is set around a charming harbour with cobbled streets at the head of the River Camel and is also known as a foodie destination with its links to Rick Stein.

Saturday We enjoy a circular tour of the tip of Cornwall with stops in the towns of Falmouth and St Ives. Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea, combining a fascinating maritime heritage with modern creativity. St Ives is the dazzling jewel in Cornwall’s crown with a picturesque harbour and narrow cobbled streets to explore.

Sunday The holiday isn’t over as we make an extended lunch time stop in the beautiful town of Looe, which surrounds its picturesque harbour.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Penventon Park Hotel

4-star hotel is one of the finest destinations in Cornwall. First class service with a dash of sophisticated charm. BAR | GYM POOL | SATELLITE TV penventon.co.uk

• Central Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Cornish Riviera, Falmouth

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort) Fri 17th October 2025

Falmouth has a beautiful position, and our hotel is well located on the seafront, with far-reaching views. Having such a mild climate, sub-tropical plants bloom here. The magnificent natural harbour and interesting town add to the charm of this excellent resort.

Friday To Cornwall and we make a lunchtime stop in Boscastle which is a picturesque, sheltered harbour on a rugged coast where the quaint old buildings have been converted into pubs, restaurants and coffee shops.

Tours at Resort

B | We visit Truro, a great, little city filled with friendly pubs, restaurants, shops, and an iconic cathedral. On our return we make a short stop in Porthleven, an unspoilt fishing harbour steeped in history.

Tuesday We return with a lunchtime stop in Exeter

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Membly Hall Hotel

The hotel is situated on the sea front with panoramic views.

LIFT | BAR | SAUNA | SPA

SATELLITE TV memblyhallhotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

The Best of Cornwall, Looe

4 Days (Inc. tours A & B) Fri 26th September 2025 £479

+£30pp River View | +£60pp Balcony River View

5 Days (Inc. all tours) Mon 23rd June 2025 £619

+£40pp River View | +£80pp Balcony River View

Tour Highlights: Fowey, Padstow, Polperro, Falmouth, Mevagissey and Truro!

Explore Cornwall’s harbour towns and Villages from the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft.

First Day We travel to Cornwall, and you have the choice between free time in Looe, or visit nearby Polperro, where picturesque and tightly packed cottages appear to tumble down to the harbour.

PLEASE NOTE: There is a 500m walk into Polperro from coach park. Tours at Resort

A | We visit Fowey, one of the most unique and beautiful destinations in England with lovely views and interesting shopping. Later we call at Mevagissey, a beautiful harbour village much loved by artists.

B | To Falmouth which has a beautiful position, and with its mild climate, subtropical plants bloom here. The magnificent natural harbour and interesting town add to the charm of this excellent resort. Later, we visit Truro, Cornwall’s Cathedral city, with Georgian houses and interesting streets.

C | We head west and visit St Ives, with beautiful sandy beaches, picturesque, cobbled streets and rich cultural heritage.

Last Day To the north coast of Cornwall and we take the scenic road from Watergate Bay to Padstow, where we make a lunchtime stop. Then the homeward journey.

Portbyhan Hotel

3-star hotel situated in an unrivalled position, right at the heart of Looe. LIFT | BAR portbyhan.com

5 Days from

4 Days from 5 Days from

Magical Medieval Cornwall

5 Days Thu 2nd October 2025 £819

+£280 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Clovelly, Boscastle, Tintagel, Padstow and Lanhydrock House & Gardens with a cream tea!

Returning after two years, we again visit this fabulous hotel. From the hotel we can get to grips with the region’s famed fishing villages, from the historic Boscastle to the foodie-friendly Padstow, with a stroll around Clovelly’s car-free cobbled streets for good measure. We tick off some super sights too, including Tintagel Castle and Landhydrock House & Gardens.

Thursday Our first taste of Cornwall as we visit Polperro, where picturesque and tightly packed cottages appear to tumble down to the harbour. Polperro involves a walk into town so if you would prefer, you can be dropped in the fishing village of Looe instead.

Tours at Resort

A | We spend the morning in the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly, a charming place that has not had motor vehicles since the 1920s! Resident donkeys and sledges are used to transport goods around the village. Then to Bude, a seaside resort surrounded by wild coastline and gorgeous beaches.

B | To Boscastle which for many years was the only accessible harbour in over 40 miles of craggy coastline and is full of history. Then to Tintagel, famous for its castle which is entwined with the legend of King Arthur and there is now an iconic bridge linking it with the headland. We haven’t included entry as it is not advised for those with limited mobility, but we will be here long enough to give you time to visit. If you would prefer to stay in the village there is a myriad of shops and cafes to explore.

C | Padstow is our first stop, a charming fishing port and a foodie destination ever since Rick Stein opened his first restaurant here in 1975. Then to the magnificent Lanhydrock House and Gardens where we can see the two sides of Victorian lives, from the servant quarters to the luxurious family areas. We can also amble around the impressive gardens, over 1,000 acres with woodland and tranquil riverside paths to wander. Whilst visiting we get to enjoy a cream tea.

Monday A different route home as we follow the Atlantic Highway through Cornwall and Devon to a lunchtime stop in the Devon town of Bideford.

The English Riviera in Autumn, Torquay or Paignton

Lanhydrock Hotel & Golf Club

This polished hotel and golf resort is 1.5 miles from the 17th century Lanhydrock House estate and only two miles from Bodmin town centre.

BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV | GROUND FLOOR ROOMS lanhydrockhotel.com Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Clovelly and Lanhydrock House)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days (Inc. Tour C & a free day in resort) Fri 12th September 2025 (Queens) £389

4 Days (Inc. Tours A & B) Fri 31st October 2025 (Headland) £359

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort) Mon 13th October 2025(Headland) £469

4 Days From NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS & GREAT AVAILABILITY FOR

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, Torbay offers fantastic all year-round holidays for everyone. Our hotel has fine views over Torbay with its vivid blue sea and sky. As well as the beautiful coastline, our tours will show us Devon’s enchanting countryside which is superb in autumnal colours.

First Day To Devon and a lunchtime stop in Exeter. Tours at Resort

A | To Teignmouth, a stunning coastal town with historic, Georgian buildings, long sandy beaches and fresh, local food. Then, in the afternoon we visit Sidmouth. A beautiful coastal town with a regency feel which is ideal for visitors of all ages.

B | We visit Dartmouth in its beautiful setting between steep hills and the picturesque harbour. Then a highlight of the holiday as we follow the picturesque coast road with great views of Blackpool Sands, known as Nature’s golden beach with clear blue water surrounded by magnificent evergreens and pines. We also pass Slapton Sands, with its WWII tank, and Kingsbridge on a truly memorable drive. Later we stop in Totnes, a captivating town set on one of Britain’s most picturesque waterways.

C | We cross the Tamar Bridge into Cornwall and visit the picturesque harbour town of Looe. It also has a beach and cobbled streets with independent boutiques.

Last Day We return home with a stop in Wells.

• Return coach travel

Queens Hotel, Paignton

3-star hotel situated near to the front and shops.

LIFT | BAR | POOL queenspaignton.com

Headland Hotel, Torquay

3-star iconic hotel with heartstopping sea views of Torbay.

LIFT | BAR | FREEVIEW TV | WIFI (SPA AVAILABLE AT ADDITIONAL COST) headlandtorquay.com Holiday Inclusions

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Cider with Roses, Tiverton

5 Days

Sun 3rd August 2025

+£136 Single Supplement

£629

Tour Highlights: RHS Rosemoor, Hestercombe House, Sheppy’s Cider Farm & a Cream Tea!

Two famous gardens are visited plus one of the country’s favourite drink producers and we are also treated to a famous Cream Tea! This is also a great time of year to visit Devon’s great seaside towns on the North and South Coast. This tour is always a huge success!

Sunday Great scenery as we travel cross-country to the West Country a drive down Cheddar Gorge where we make a lunch time stop. Then on to our hotel.

Tours at Resort

A | To RHS Rosemoor which is nestled in a Devon valley and blends formal and informal plantings to create a magical effect. Then we continue to Woolacombe and its famous three-mile-long beach for an late afternoon stop.

B | Over the Blackdown Hills to the Victorian resort of Sidmouth where we have free time to explore. Later we call visit Sheppy’s Cider for a tour of the orchards and press house, and of course a tasting!

C | We visit Hestercombe House and Gardens where we can explore three centuries of garden design. Then a scenic drive over the Quantock Hills to Minehead, where we make a stop before we return to the hotel with a scenic drive through the Exmoor National Park.

Thursday We return home with a stop in the delightful little city of Wells with its wonderful cathedral.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Tiverton Hotel

3-star hotel set in 2.5 acres of grounds on the outskirts of the market town of Tiverton in the heart of the beautiful mid-Devon region. GROUND FLOOR ROOMS

WIFI | BAR | FREEVIEW TV tivertonhotel.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Including three attractions)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

North Devon & Exmoor Ilfracombe

4 Days (Inc. tour A & B) Fri 3rd October 2025 £389

5 Days (Inc. all tours) Mon 21st July 2025

Ilfracombe has a picturesque harbour along with narrow streets and the North Devon coast is renowned for its unique character and spectacular scenery.

First Day We travel to Devon with a lunchtime stop in Wells which has an historic centre, magnificent cathedral, and a unique, moated Bishop’s Palace.

Tours at Resort

A | To Barnstaple on the River Taw, with its covered Victorian Pannier Market and famous ‘Butchers Row’. We then return for free time to explore Ilfracombe.

B | Over Exmoor and via Simonsbath and Wheddon Cross to Dunster, perhaps its most picturesque village where we make a short stop. We then continue to a lunchtime stop in Lynmouth Here there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton.

C | We visit the historic harbour town of Bideford which is packed with independent shops, local produce, and a picturesque quay. We then make a stop in Woolacombe where magnificent scenery meets the swell of the Atlantic waves on its famous beach. It is also a lively place with lots of shops and cafes etc. if you would prefer you can be returned to Ilfracombe for free time there.

Last Day We return with a drive through the Valley of Rocks with its majestic skyline before making a stop in Minehead.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

The Ilfracombe Carlton Superb hotel in the heart of Ilfracombe with a Victorian exterior and a 21st century interior. LIFT | BAR | GYM ilfracombecarlton.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

Exmouth & East Devon

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort)

5 Days from

Mon 4th August 2025 £499

Tour Highlight: Donkey Sanctuary

Exmouth commands a wonderful position where the River Exe joins the sea. It is renowned for its red cliffs and has a long, level promenade with fine views to sea and along the coastline.

Monday To Exeter, one of Britain’s most historic towns with a lovely cathedral, great shopping, and riverside walks. From here it is a short drive along the Exe Estuary to our hotel.

Tours at Resort

A | Along the coast to visit the resorts of Sidmouth, an attractive town set between red cliffs, and Lyme Regis, which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique. It’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features.

B | To Budleigh Salterton, a quiet town that feels like a step back in time. Later we visit the Donkey Sanctuary, founded in 1969 and now home to hundreds of donkeys! (Entry is free but donations are gratefully received.)

Friday Home with a stop in the small city of Wells, with its fine cathedral and market square.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Ashton Court Hotel

Situated on the town’s historic beacon with magnificent views and a short walk to town.

BAR | LIFT | WIFI ashtoncourt.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

The Jurassic Coast, Devon & The English Riviera, Sidmouth

5 Days from

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort) Sat 18th October 2025 £519 +£64 per person Sea View Upgrade (not single rooms)

Sidmouth is a beautiful coastal town with a regency feel which is ideal for visitors of all ages. Set in the middle of spectacular countryside Sidmouth is home to beautiful beaches, stylish eating places and great shopping, with everything from unusual gifts to lifestyle goods available.

First Day To Devon and we make a lunchtime stop in historic Exeter. We continue to our hotel by following the coastal route via Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton.

Tours at Resort

A | Along the Jurassic Coast with stops in West Bay and Lyme Regis. West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. Lyme Regis boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features.

B | Taking in views of Torbay and the Exe Estuary with its fine views, we visit Dawlish and Torquay, two contrasting seaside resorts.

Last Day We return home with a stop in the compact city of Wells.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

The Kingswood

A 3-star elegant relaxing retreat at the centre of Sidmouth’s delightful historic esplanade and backed by sixty years of renowned family service and hospitality. LIFT | BAR kingswoodsidmouth.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Weymouth, Jurassic Coast & The New Forest

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort) Mon 22nd September 2025 £499 Mon 27th October 2025 £449 5

Looking for a holiday by the sea with beautiful scenery? Then look no further, Weymouth is the perfect holiday destination! With beautiful golden sands sprinkled with deckchairs, safe shallow waters, and a pretty harbour side, you certainly won’t be disappointed. All our coastal visits during the week form part of the famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for outstanding rocks, fossils and landforms.

Monday Heading for Weymouth we call at Poole Quay for a lunch time stop.

Tours at Resort

A | A choice to begin the day between West Bay OR Bridport (Market Day Wednesday). West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. Bridport is a thriving, quirky and cultural market town with a fantastic antiques quarter. Then to Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features. We conclude the day with scenic drive following Chesil Beach, one of the most iconic sights on the Jurassic Coast.

B | A great circular tour today which begins by taking the Sandbank’s Ferry to the scenic ‘isle’ of Purbeck. Before catching the ferry, we do a circular tour of Sandbank’s and view some of the most expensive houses in the country. After the ferry we pass through Studland Nature Reserve and make a lunch time stop in Swanage, which has a promenade backed by attractions with great views. We then make a short stop at the perfectly rounded bay of Lulworth Cove set in picturesque scenery. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views.

Friday We head for home, travelling through the New Forest with a stop in Lyndhurst.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Crown Hotel

3-star hotel with charm, character, and a great atmosphere, ideally close to the picturesque Brewer’s Quay. LIFT | BAR kingshotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4-star Jurassic Coast &

5 Days Sun 28th September 2025 £929

+£200 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Harbour Cruise plus, a House and Garden Tour of Mapperton House! 5

Luxuriate in the star-studded surroundings of Moonfleet, our gateway to the majestic Jurassic Coast. This hotel is a gem nestled on the shores of the Jurassic Coast, Britain’s only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can enjoy the gentle sea breeze as you indulge in the serene luxury of this coastal haven. We visit Mapperton House, acclaimed as the ‘Nation’s Finest Manor House’ and 2020 Historic Houses Garden of the Year, and have a captivating tour of the house and then the gardens led by the head gardener. We also cruise through one of the world’s largest natural harbours and the beginning of the Jurassic Heritage Coast, enjoying breathtaking views of Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, and Studland Bay.

Sunday Heading for Moonfleet Manor, we call Christchurch where today is market day.

Tours at Resort

A | To Mapperton House where we uncover the Earl of Sandwich’s family home on a private tour. Then to the Grade II listed gardens to admire the award-winning Italianate terraces and natural landscapes on a tour with the head gardener. There is also a rewilding project enhancing biodiversity and encouraging bees, butterflies and birds. Later to West Bay, a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. We conclude the day with scenic drive following Chesil Beach, one of the most iconic sights on the Jurassic Coast.

B | We make a short stop at the perfectly rounded bay of Lulworth Cove set in picturesque scenery, before spending time in the Victorian resort of Weymouth. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views.

C | To Poole and we enjoy a seventy-minute circular cruise viewing Brownsea Island, Sandbanks and Studland Bay, all brought to life with entertaining live commentary.

Free time in Poole Quay before we return to our hotel. Thursday We head for home, travelling through the New Forest with a stop in Lyndhurst.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Moonfleet Manor Hotel

Recently renovated to 4-star luxury in an unrivalled position. BAR | WIFI | LIFT(request) POOL | SAUNA | FREEVIEW TV luxuryfamilyhotels.co.uk/ locations/moonfleet-manor

• Tours as indicated (Including Mapperton House and cruise)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Days from NEW TOUR!

© Mapperton Estate

South Coast Seascapes 4-star hotel in Bournemouth

5 Days from

5 Days Mon 8th September 2025 £669

Tour Highlights: Isle of Wight with Blue Badge Guide, Private Talk with tea & cake at Highcliffe Castle and A guided tour of Abbotsbury Swannery!

Soak up natural wonders, spectacular views and serene shorelines on some of England’s finest coast. From the clifftops of Christchurch, lounge in opulence in the State Dining Room hearing Highcliffe Castle’s impressive tales of fame, tragedy and rebirth. Hidden on the spectacular Dorset coast, swan down to the only place in the world you can walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute Swans and learn from an experienced swanherd the secrets of the sanctuary. And the highlight as we sightsee around the Isle of Wight, including gems such as Carisbrooke Castle, Old Shanklin and Needles, all in a day with your Isle of Wight expert Blue Badge Guide. All whilst staying at the 4-star Cumberland Hotel with at least two nights entertainment.

Monday Enroute we enjoy a lunchtime stop in Lyndhurst in the New Forest, from here we enjoy a scenic drive to Bournemouth. Tours at Resort

A | To Highcliffe Castle which is an important example of the Romantic and Picturesque style of architecture; its significance recognised nationally by its Grade I listed status. Discover for yourself the fascinating story of how this once lavish home was destroyed by fires, left to ruin, and subsequently brought back to life. As well as time to explore the Castle, we have a private talk, tea and cake. We also make a short stop in Christchurch with great shopping and an impressive Priory overlooking the harbour.

B | Abbotsbury Swannery is the only place in the world where you can walk through the heart of a colony of nesting Mute swans.

Located on the dramatic Dorset coast, this unique natural wildlife habitat is spread over a site of some 25 acres and is home to the only managed colony of free-flying mute swans in the world and we have a guided tour. We also visit Lulworth Cove and its worldfamous views.

C | We catch the ferry to the Isle of Wight and spend the whole day on the island with a Blue Badge guide showing us all of the highlights.

Friday Free time to explore Bournemouth and we depart early afternoon.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Cumberland Hotel

Iconic 4-star art deco hotel on the prestigious East Cliff overlooking the award-winning golden beaches, the isle of Wight and the Jurassic coast.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV

OUTDOOR POOL

cumberlandbournemouth.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Including Highcliffe Castle, Abbotsbury Swannery and Isle of Wight Blue Badge Guide)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Complete Isle of Wight, Sandown

7 Days from

7 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day) Fri 15th August 2025 £739

+£120 upgrade single room to side sea view

+£240 upgrade single room to full sea view

First Day We cross by ferry to the Isle of Wight and on to our hotel. Tours at Resort

A | We view the magnificent coastal scenery along the south of the island as we travel to Alum Bay overlooking the Needles. Later we call in at Yarmouth with its continental atmosphere and picturesque harbour.

B | We visit the seaside resorts of Ryde and Shanklin. Ryde is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums and galleries. If you would prefer (and if it is open) we can drop you at the Isle of Wight Bus Museum! Then to Shanklin, a traditional seaside town that regularly tops the charts for the number of sunshine hours and has a great beach, shops and cafes. It also has an Old Town that is worth exploring.

C | We make a stop at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (free entry but donations welcome) where you can meet all the donkeys and ponies plus, grab a bite to eat if you wish. In the afternoon to Ventnor, great beaches and a long promenade plus great shops.

D | To West Cowes, beautifully set on the estuary with its busy harbour and narrow streets, and on to Newport, the island’s attractive capital at the head of the river.

Last Day A final drive across the island before catching our ferry back to the mainland.

Trouville Hotel, Sandown

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Tours as indicated

A proud reputation for delivering high standards in food, service and hospitality.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | SPORT ROOM trouvillehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Eastbourne, The Sussex Coast & South Downs

NEW TOUR!

The Beautiful South Downs 4-star hotel in Bognor Regis

5 Days

Eastbourne is famous for its lush rolling landscapes, stunning beaches and iconic chalk sea cliffs and we have varied days out as well to show you the best of the surrounding countryside and towns. We have two high-quality hotels to choose from. The 4-star Hydro hotel was originally opened in 1895 and is perched 120 feet above sea level on a cliff top and boasts incredible views of the English Channel and Beachy Head, on one night at the Hydro there will be a pre-dinner reception with an included glass of wine.

First Day We make a lunch time stop in Arundel which combines thousands of years of history with independent shops and cafes. Tours at Resort

A | We start our day with a spectacular drive across Beachy Head to vibrant and colourful Brighton, where you’ll find a treasure trove of things to do from seaside fun on the pier to the stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion. Plus, great shops! We then make an afternoon stop in the small village of Alfriston in the Cuckmere Valley, an ancient village full of history.

B | A fascinating day as we travel to Rye, an unspoilt town rising above the surrounding countryside with good views across the Marshes. Later we visit the delightful market town of Battle, that grew up around the Abbey and has history dating back to 1066. Last Day We return home with a stop in Windsor.

Hydro Hotel

Eastbourne’s finest 4 Star hotel with stunning views, set in its own private gardens.

• Return coach travel

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV HEATED OUTDOOR POOL hydrohotel.com Holiday Inclusions

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

Mon 29th September 2025 £649

+£95 Single Supplement

+£94 per room Sea View Upgrade

+£142 per room Double Sea View & Balcony Upgrade

Tour Highlights: Arundel Castle, Parham House & Gardens, Canal Cruise and Weald & Downland Museum (Home of the Repair Shop)

Based in a luxurious 4-star hotel, this tour explores the South Downs National Park area with four great inclusions including a tranquil cruise on the Wey & Arun Canal. As well as the attraction visits, we also visit Chichester, Brighton, Portsmouth and Southsea. The hotel has live entertainment on two nights and a quiz or bingo on another!

Monday En route we enjoy a lunchtime stop in Portsmouth at Gunwharf Quay.

Tuesday To the unique Weald & Downland Living Museum, an open-air museum with a collection of over 50 original buildings spanning a period of 600 years. Site of the hugely popular ‘The Repair Shop’, in which the highly skilled craftspeople save broken treasures (Please note: they are not necessarily filming when we visit). In the afternoon we visit Chichester which has a cathedral, shops and a Roman history to explore.

Wednesday We spend the morning in Brighton where you explore its famous attractions or just the shops and cafés! In the afternoon to Arundel Castle, set high on a commanding hill with superb views across the South Downs and River Arun. We can visit the Castle, Keep and Gardens.

Thursday A delightful ninety-minute cruise to start the day on the Wey & Arun Canal, cruising along the idyllic Loxwood Link section with picturesque scenery all the way. In the afternoon to Parham House and Gardens, one of the country’s finest Elizabethan Houses set in 875 acres of the South Downs. The spectacular gardens feature pleasure grounds, a four-acre walled garden, stunning herbaceous borders and much more.

Friday Free time in Southsea, with great views to sea, before we make our journey home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Beachcroft Hotel A 4-star hotel in the residential area just a stone throw from the beach. BAR | WIFI | POOL beachcroft-hotel.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Arundel Castle, Parham House, canal cruise and Weald & Downland Museum)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

An Autumn Break in Canterbury’s Haven

3 Days

Sun 19th October 2025 £349

+£130 Single Supplement 3 Days From NEW TOUR!

Canterbury Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage beacon in the heart of the city, and we can enjoy an exclusive experience by staying at the Cathedral Lodge nestled within its hallowed grounds. A unique chance to wake up to the serene sounds of the cathedral’s bells, enjoy breakfast with stunning views of the cathedral, and explore the rich past and spiritual ambience of one of the UK’s most visited ancient sites! We get to visit the cathedral and have a guided tour of Leeds Castle known as the ‘loveliest castle in the world’.

Sunday We head to Kent and make a lunch time stop in Royal Tunbridge Wells, a picturesque spa town. Visit the famous Pantiles with independent stores and food options.

Monday All day to explore Canterbury including a visit to the famous Cathedral (only a short walk from our hotel!). The cathedral has awe-inspiring medieval architecture that commands the skyline and dates to 597AD.

Tuesday To Leeds Castle where we arrive before it opens to the public and enjoy a private guided tour of the castle. We traverse secret passageways and immerse ourselves in the opulent grandeur of the castle that was transformed by King Henry VIII for the use of his doomed wife Katherine of Aragon. There is then free time to explore the 500 acre gardens at your own pace, meandering through vibrant blooms, and maybe tackle the maze! We leave early afternoon for home.

PLEASE NOTE that this holiday does not include evening meals, however we are very close to the centre of Canterbury with many eatery options. Plus, the hotel has a restaurant (please book direct with them in advance).

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Hotel

A contemporary gem situated amid the cathedral grounds with 34 rooms crafted by the late Sir William Whitfield, a renowned architect. Savour the warmth of unparalleled hospitality!

BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV canterburycathedrallodge.org

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Canterbury Cathedral & Leeds Castle)

• Central Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast

Sparkling Tour of Historic Kent, Folkestone

5 Days

Mon 6th October 2025 £649

+£95 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Chapel Down Winery & Walmer Castle with a Garden Tour!

5 Days From NEW TOUR!

Experience some of Kent’s highlights and hidden gems on this new tour. We visit the grand Walmer Castle to experience its history and have a guided tour of the Gardens. We have a guided tour and tasting at Chapel Down Winery which is famed for its sparkling wines amongst others. We also visit medieval Canterbury, charming Whitstable and Cobbled Rye.

Monday We travel to Kent with a lunch break in Windsor. Tuesday To Walmer Castle & Gardens where we have time to explore the castle and have a guided tour of the gardens. It has a fascinating history including the Duke of Wellington as a former resident. The 8-acre gardens feature herbaceous gardens, pretty blooms and mature trees. Free time in Folkestone on our return.

Wednesday We drive across the mysterious Romney Marshes and visit the town of Rye, rising above the marshes and home to a myriad of art, curiosities and unique shopping. Then to Chapel Down Winery where we enjoy a guided tour of the vineyard, learning how the wine is produced, before a tutored tasting. Thursday To the north coast of Kent and Whitstable which has pebbled beaches and charming shops and pubs. Then to Canterbury, a walled city that has been hosting visitors for over 1000 years with a huge mix of independent shops and of course the famous cathedral.

Friday We return home with a stop in Guilford and a scenic drive back across the Hog’s Back.

Best Western Plus

Burlington Hotel

Stylish Victorian hotel in a superb location near the seafront.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

BAR | LIFT | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV theburlingtonhotel.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Walmer Castle & Chapel Down Winery)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Our hotel is in the UNESCO grounds of Canterbury Cathedral plus, we visit Leeds Castle!

The Belmond British Pullman Train to Classic Canterbury

Plus, a night in a London 5-star Hotel

2 Days

Sun 14th September 2025 £899

+£125 Single Supplement

Expect luxury, glamour and exceptional service on an unforgettable trip from London to Canterbury. From the moment you step aboard British Pullman, your celebration of the Golden Age of rail travel begins. Here, in the only set of authentic 1920s Pullman carriages in the UK, hauled by a British Rail Class 67 diesel locomotive, prepare for first-class service, unparalleled comfort and exceptional fine dining. Settle into plush seats, surrounded by marquetry and art deco features, creating an ambience of opulence where liveried stewards attend to your every need. Indulge in a sumptuous three-course brunch served with a sparkling seasonal Bellini as the train makes its way to Canterbury. After exploring the city, return to the train for a champagne reception, followed by a four-course set dinner, paired with half a bottle of wine, savouring the delectable gastronomic offerings while basking in the sophistication of bespoke China and crystal glassware.

Sunday To London and we are dropped at Covent Garden for free time before checking into our 5-star hotel, which welcomes guests into a world of Victorian sophistication merged with modern opulence. The rest of the evening is free for you to explore at your own leisure. NOTE: dinner is not included but we are close to many eating options in South Kensington plus, our hotel has a restaurant, or the tube station is only a short walk away.

Monday We make the short journey to London Victoria and board are train for a once in a lifetime experience - The Belmond British Pullman Train. Our coach meets us on our return to bring us home.

Please note a £100pp deposit is required for this tour.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

100 Queen’s Gate Hotel

5-star hotel situated in prestigious Kensington. This grand establishment, once a Victorian aristocrat’s residence, is a sanctuary of elegance.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | GYM thequeensgatehotel.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc Belmond British Pullman)

• Central Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation

Castles, Gardens & Coast in the Garden of England

5 Days

Sun 10th August 2025 £569

+£100 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Sissinghurst Castle & Hever Castle!

Steeped in history and heritage, discover the essence of this region with its perfect blend of city, coast and countryside. Plus, we visit two of the country’s most famous castles!

Sunday We travel to Kent with a lunch break in Windsor.

Monday In the morning we travel to Royal Tunbridge Wells and then in the afternoon we visit one of England’s most famous and romantic gardens, Sissinghurst, with its famous twentieth century garden. Entry to the Castle Buildings is also included. Throughout the day we travel through pretty Kent villages including Pluckley, the setting for the filming of The Darling Buds of May.

Tuesday Enjoy the best of the Kent Coast as we first travel to Deal, a unique and special place that is classed as the prettiest seaside town in Kent. Then on to the Royal Port of Ramsgate with its grand harbour and the longest wartime tunnels in the UK, where residents took refuge and lived underground, just steps away from a beautiful golden beach.

Wednesday In the morning we visit historic Hever Castle and gardens with its enchanting double-moated castle and 125 acres of spectacular gardens. In the afternoon we visit Rochester with its Charles Dickens connections and grand cathedral.

Thursday We return home with a stop in Guildford and a scenic drive back across the Hog’s Back.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Bridgewood Manor

4-star hotel with full leisure facilities near Chatham.

LIFT | BAR | SATELLITE TV

POOL | SPA | SAUNA bridgewoodmanorhotel.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Sissinghurst Gardens & Hever Castle)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Hever Castle & Gardens

Suffolk Villages & Coast Tour

5 Days

5 Days from

Mon 25th August 2025 £669

+£180 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Full day with local guide, Lavenham Guildhall & a ninety-minute cruise!

On this tour we explore the countryside that inspired two of the nation’s finest painters, John Constable, and Thomas Gainsborough. We have a local guide for the whole day whilst we explore the Suffolk Villages, and we have included entry to Lavenham Guildhall plus a ninety-minute cruise. Our hotel is set within 120 acres of stunning, historic parkland. This tour was a huge hit in 2024!

Monday We travel towards Suffolk with a stop in St Albans, a jewel of a city with history, culture plus great food and shopping. Then onto our hotel with tea and coffee on arrival.

Tuesday We enjoy a guided tour of Suffolk’s pastel-coloured villages, whose timber-framed houses and thatched roofs make this area so unique, typified by the Guildhall at Lavenham. We include entrance to this historic building, now containing exhibitions of local history, farming and the woollen trade. The tour also takes in Sudbury, home to Gainsborough’s attractive townhouse, which is now the birthplace museum and gallery of Gainsborough.

Wednesday We venture into the heart of Constable Country and visit Flatford Mill. Here we will find a 16th Century thatched cottage that the artist regularly painted and an exhibition on his life and work. We also spend time in Woodbridge, one of the gems of Suffolk. It lies on the banks of the River Deben and has excellent shops and food options.

Thursday To Oulton Broad for a ninety-minute River Waveney Marshland Cruise along the Norfolk/ Suffolk border. The cruise takes in the grazing marshland and the pretty waterside village of Burgh St Peter. In the afternoon to the pretty coastal town of Aldeburgh, with its unspoilt beach dotted with fishermen’s huts and charming, historic high street.

Friday We stop at Saffron Walden, an unspoilt town full of superb buildings. Following free time for lunch, we return home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

All Inclusive Potters Resort Five Lakes

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort)

Ufford Park Hotel

A 3-star luxurious hotel in the heart of Suffolk.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI GYM | POOL FREEVIEW TV uffordpark.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Lavenham Guildhall, Flatford Mill, boat cruise and a full-day guided tour)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

Mon 4th August 2025 £739

+£100 Single Supplement Upgrades: +£40pp Premier Plus | +£40pp Deluxe

Set in Essex, Potters is the perfect location for rest and relaxation with a variety of activities, top notch entertainment and delicious food and drink. In the evening the Garden Bar is a great place to unwind and be entertained and the Glade Theatre has spectacular performances and comedy. Breakfast, three course lunch, three course dinner and a late-night snack and drinks are included throughout at no extra cost! We spend plenty of time in resort but also have a short trip out on two days for those who want to. Last year was a sell out and a huge success, so this year we have added a second date!

Monday Towards Essex with a lunchtime stop in St Albans. Tours at Resort

A | Choose between Leigh-on-Sea and Southend. Leigh-on-Sea is full of unique character and charm making it a picturesque place to unwind and take in the sea air. Southend is a traditional resort with a world-famous pier

B | We visit the Market Town of Sudbury (where Thursday is Market Day), it is an ancient town, set on the River Stour surrounded by Water Meadows.

Friday We return with a lunch time stop in Windsor.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Potters: Five Lakes

Village Premier: Set in the grounds just a short walk from the hotel with free Wi-Fi.

Village Premier Plus: As above, but with either a patio or a enhanced view.

Hotel Premier: Located amongst the indoor facilities with free Wi-Fi.

Hotel Premier Plus: As above, but with an enhanced view.

Hotel Deluxe: As above, but with a cozy seating area. pottersholidays.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, meals, and select drinks.

Dambusters: Peak District, Lincoln & Skegness

Big Norfolk Skies & Its Natural Havens

5 Days

5 Days from

5 Days Sun 27th July 2025 £599 +£60 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Lancaster at Lincolnshire Aviation Centre & Training Lake!

On this exciting tour we see a Lancaster plane that was used by the Dambusters plus view the lake where they trained. But there is so much more to see here, and we have a great mix of scenery, history, and seaside as we visit the Peak District, Lincoln, and Skegness. But the highlight of the holiday may be the hotel where we stay, the 3-star Petwood Hotel enjoys a timelessly elegant setting and unique history as the home of 617 Squadron (The Dambusters). The hotel is set in acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland, and it is just a short walk to explore the charming village of Woodhall Spa or stroll the spectacular grounds.

Sunday We call at Stamford, an ancient town of mellow stone and full of old world charm. Middlemarch was filmed here. Then onto our hotel in the village of Woodhall Spa.

Monday We spend the day in the stunning city of Lincoln, crowned by the Cathedral, one of Europe’s finest examples of Gothic architecture.

Tuesday Step back in time as we head to Lincolnshire Aviation Centre and experience some of the greatest planes in history. The Centre is a living and breathing history experience with the sights and sounds of a wartime airfield including a running Lancaster and Mosquito. Later into the Wolds, which are designated as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ and visit Louth. Louth is a historic town which retains a natural charm with its narrow, winding streets and marketplace. We return on the scenic A153.

Wednesday To Skegness, one of Britain’s first seaside resorts, where large Victorian houses in leafy avenues lead to an amazing array of floral gardens, its grand promenade and wonderful beach.

Thursday The holiday is far from over as we head into the Peak District and visit where Squadron 617 practised their skills in the Derwent Valley on Ladybower Reservoir. We continue across the Peak District and make a stop in Buxton before continuing home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Petwood Hotel

A 3-star hotel set in beautifully landscaped gardens & woodland.

LIFT | BAR petwood.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Lincolnshire Aviation Centre)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Sun 3rd August 2025 £699

+£80 Single Supplement

This tour still has four great experiences, but they are new for this year, all whilst staying in a superb 4-star hotel in the centre of King’s Lynn and surrounded by the big skies of North Norfolk. We have a train ride, a paddle boat trip, a stately home and even a Safari!

Sunday Into East Anglia and we make a lunchtime stop in Ely, a city full of charm and beauty with one of the most magnificent cathedrals in England. On arrival at the hotel, we are treated to tea and biscuits.

Tours at Resort

A | Today we sail and steam across ‘Britain’s Magical Waterland’ the Norfolk Broads and navigate a landscape of serene natural beauty. First we delight in a nostalgic, forty-five-minute steam train journey through the picturesque Bure Valley from Aylsham to Wroxham, on Norfolk’s longest narrow-gauge railway, rumbling through unspoilt countryside and idyllic villages. Following free time for lunch we head to Horning and board a Mississippi Paddle Steamer, winding our way under seventeen bridges, alongside charming, thatched cottages, timeless windmills, and forgotten churches, with reed beds rich in local wildlife enhancing our ninety-minute return journey.

B | We spend all day at the breathtaking Jacobean masterpiece of Blickling Estate, which emerges amongst 4,600 acres of magnificent Norfolk countryside, renowned for its award-winning conservation efforts. We can uncover the life of Philip Kerr, the estate’s last private owner, who was pivotal in shaping the National Trust, and the estate’s storied past as a WWII RAF base and Anne Boleyn’s birthplace. We can also stroll through Blickling’s 300-year-old formal gardens and unearth impressive forestry efforts, which enrich the landscape with new woodlands as part of the Trust’s twenty million tree initiative.

C | Experience an expert-led safari tour of some of the world’s most endangered species of deer, antelope, and birds in an electric buggy ride through Watatunga’s breath-taking 170-acres. We get up close and personal with the animals thriving in their natural-like habitats—grazing on rich grasslands, sipping lakeside, or camouflaged among the woodland floor. A talk will uncover their inspiring conservation efforts to protect the incredible wildlife from extinction, earning them Visit Britain’s prestigious award for ‘Best New EcoTourism Spot’. Later we cap off our adventure with an exquisite local WhataHoot gin and light lunch, served with a side of spectacular scenery.

Thursday We return with a lunch time stop in Saffron Walden, a delightful medieval market town.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Duke’s Head Hotel

4-star Georgian hotel restored so period charm meets contemporary chic.

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• Tours as indicated (Inc. train ride, boat ride, Blickling Estate and Safari)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Skegness, Lincoln & the Wolds

5 Days (Inc. a free day in resort)

Mon 29th September 2025

+£11 Single Supplement | £11pp Sea View

5 Days from

£449

Tour Highlights: Lancaster Bomber at Lincolnshire Aviation Museum!

This seaside resort comes with the classic English seaside holiday activities: the donkey rides on the beach, the pier, the crazy golf, but there’s more to this Lincolnshire town. ‘Skeggy’, as it’s affectionately known, has rollercoaster rides and a seal sanctuary plus a Blue Flag beach. We enjoy a day out in Lincoln, view the Wolds, a nationally important and cherished landscape, and get to see a Lancaster Bomber! The Quorn Hotel receives excellent feedback.

Monday We head east and call at Stamford, a bustling prosperous market town with quaint streets and delicious food options.

Tours at Resort

A | All-day in Lincoln, a lovely city, overlooked by its cathedral and where cobbled streets are lined by mediaeval houses. On our way we travel via Horncastle and skirt the edge of the Wolds.

B | We visit the nearby Lincolnshire Aviation Centre where you can experience the largest Bomber Command Museum in the country and there is also a Lancaster Bomber on site. Later we follow the A153 across the Wolds, which are designated as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, to Louth. Louth is a historic town which retains a natural charm with its narrow, winding streets and marketplace.

C | FREE DAY to explore Skegness.

Friday We head home, stopping at Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese, with gardens alongside the river.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Humberside’s Hidden Heritage

5 Days

The Quorn Hotel

Family owned and managed 4-star guest accommodation situated on the promenade just seconds from the beach.

LIFT | BAR quornhotel.net

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Lincolnshire Aviation Centre)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

Mon 30th June 2025 £569

+£136 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Burton Constable Tour, Local Guided Tour and Scarborough Fair Collection!

This is an undiscovered area with so much to offer, including Kingston upon Hull which boats more than 800 years of seafaring history. We also explore a Country House, Scarborough Fair as well as the untamed coastline, historic market towns and pretty heritage seaside resorts. All whilst staying at a hotel that was a huge success as one of our Mystery Tour destinations in 2024!

Monday We travel North with an extended lunchtime stop in Lincoln. It is a beautiful, historic city full of heritage and culture plus home to a magnificent cathedral. Then over the famous Humber Bridge to our hotel.

Tuesday We explore Kingston upon Hull and its maritime history. There’s a local guide on board who will bring to life the city’s bestloved and most beautiful sights as well as its hidden treasures. Then free time to explore at leisure to meander through Hull’s Old Town. (Perhaps pop in the Street-life Museum of Transport & climb aboard a tram or take a carriage ride into the past.)

Wednesday A leisurely drive takes us along the Yorkshire coast this morning. We visit Flamborough Head, a chalk headland that forms part of the Heritage Coast of East Yorkshire, with some breath-taking scenery. Then on to Filey, a former fishing village now a popular seaside destination with an historic promenade, beautiful Edwardian architecture and an impressive five mile sandy bay. Then we visit the Scarborough Fair Collection, a nostalgic visit reminding us of bygone years with vintage cars, steam engines, fairground rides and penny arcades.

Thursday Today we visit Burton Constable Hall, one of Yorkshire’s most spectacular historic country houses and best kept secrets. We return via the pretty market town of Beverley, possessing its very own Minster and historic town centre.

Friday Once more over the Humber Bridge and we head home with a stop in Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese, with gardens alongside the river.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Mercure Hull Grange Park

Fabulous 4-star hotel is a 19th century manor house surrounded by 12 acres of landscaped gardens.

• Tours as indicated (Inc. a local guide, Burton Constable Hall & Scarborough Fair)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Pride of Yorkshire, York

5 Days Mon 8th September 2025 £669 +£114

Tour Highlights: Castle Howard, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Scampston Hall and Scarborough Fair Collection!

This is now a firm favourite of ours based in a British city that offers magical charm and beauty. Outstanding architecture and 2,000 years of history combine with bustling shopping streets and award-winning attractions. This holiday also has four great added attractions including two famous stately homes, one with a private guided tour, Plus a steam railway and a fascinating collection. Our 4-star hotel is also superb with full leisure facilities including two indoor pools.

Monday We travel North with a lunch time break in Bakewell, with fine views across the Peak District.

Tuesday We spend the day at nearby Castle Howard, one of Britain’s finest stately homes. It is a magical place so take your time to explore the glorious gardens and the unique and theatrical architecture of the house.

Wednesday To Pickering where we spend time before enjoying a ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to Grosmont. With magnificent steam engines, beautiful rural stations and smartly uniformed staff it is like taking a step back in time. The remainder of the day is spent in Whitby, a maritime city steeped in history with a maze of narrow streets full of shops. We return via Scarborough to complete a scenic circular tour.

Thursday First to the Scarborough Fair Collection which hosts a magnificent working collection of vintage cars, steam engines, vintage fairground rides and mechanical organs, topped off with a ‘mighty’ wurlitzer organ in a spacious ballroom. Then to Scampston Hall, one of the finest examples of a regency country house in North Yorkshire. The first house was built around 1700 and was remodelled to a design by Thomas Leverton in 1795-1800. This is the house as you see it today, with its magnificent Regency interiors and art collection, and we have a private guided tour of it. The gardens, designed under ‘Capability’ Brown, include 10 acres of lakes and a Palladian bridge.

Friday We spend four hours in York itself before returning home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

4-star Scarborough, Coast & the Yorkshire Moors

5 Days

Thu 26th June 2025

+£200 Single Supplement

Mercure York Fairfield Manor Fabulous 4-star hotel three miles from the centre of York in its own grounds. LIFT | BAR WIFI | FREEVIEW TV mercureyork.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. a train ride, Castle Howard, Scarborough Fair and Scampston Hall)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

£699

5 Days from NEW HOTEL!

Mon 22nd September 2025 £569

+£140 Single Supplement

Visit Scarborough, the famous resort on the stunning Yorkshire Coast! We are also close to some stunning inland scenery and this tour ensures we see the best of both, including a drive through the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The fabulous 4-star Crown Spa Hotel is located just metres from cliff overlooking the sandy South Beach and has many of the original architectural features still in their prime. Plus, full use of their Health Club and Pool is included.

First Day We travel north and make a lunchtime stop in Chesterfield, famous for its crooked spire and markets. Tours at Resort

A | We view the impressive Flamborough Head before making a stop in the resort of Bridlington, a seaside favourite that is traditional, renowned, and welcoming. Then on to Beverley, a town standing as tall as its majestic Minster with pretty market squares and beautiful Georgian townhouses.

B | To Pickering where we spend a short time before we enjoy a scenic drive across the Yorkshire Moors to Whitby. Whitby is a maritime city steeped in history with a maze of narrow streets full of shops. There is then a scenic drive back to Scarborough to complete a great day.

C | A FREE DAY to explore Scarborough and enjoy the hotel. Last Day We return home with a lunch break in the Peak District town of Bakewell.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Crown Spa Hotel

4-star hotel is the oldest in Scarborough and of an extremely high standard. LIFT | BAR | POOL FREEVIEW TV | GYM crownspahotel.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

© Charlotte Graham Photography

Back in Tyne, Newcastle

5 Days

Sun 17th August 2025

+£140 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Gardens, Durham Boat Cruise and Angel of the North! 5 Days from

£579

5 Days

Mon 7th July 2025

5 Days from

£729

Three differing days out as we visit a castle, some famous gardens and enjoy a historic city by river. We stay in the 4-star Holiday Inn in the leafy Jesmond area of the city which is walking distance to the famous Town Moor.

Sunday We head north to Newcastle with a lunchtime stop in Ripon, founded over 1,300 years ago with a 7th century cathedral.

Monday We take a scenic drive along the Northumberland coast to Bamburgh where we visit the impressive castle which has stunning views of the Farne Islands. After there is time to explore this beautiful village by the sea. On our return we also make a short stop in the seaside town of Seahouses.

Tuesday To Durham and we enjoy a one-hour long cruise on The Prince Bishop River Cruiser which offers spectacular views of the historic city, cathedral, castle and bridges. There is then free to explore Durham and we return to our hotel with a photo stop at the Angel of the North.

Wednesday To Alnwick where we have an included visit to the gardens where we can explore acres of fascinating plants, water sculptures, the infamous Poison Garden and one of the world’s largest treehouses! Later we continue a scenic drive via Rothbury and Otterburn to the attractive market town of Hexham, where we make a stop.

Thursday We return with a lunch time stop in Wetherby, an attractive market town dating back to 1240 on the river Wharfe.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Holiday Inn Newcastle Jesmond 4-star contemporary hotel in the stylish suburb of Jesmond for shopping and Jesmond Dene for peace and tranquility. LIFT | BAR FREEVIEW TV | WIFI | GYM ihg.com

(Inc. Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Gardens and a boat ride)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

+£160 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: Beamish, Bolton Castle, a Local Guide on one day & Seaton Delaval Hall!

A great tour where we can step into the best-preserved medieval castle in the UK. Zoom through fascinating periods of change at the living, breathing Beamish Museum. Finally, a local guide shows us plenty from the soaring Angel of the North to the fabulous Seaton Delaval Hall on a journey through Newcastle’s rich history, stunning coastlines, and architectural wonders.

Monday We travel north and make a lunch stop in Chesterfield. Tours at Resort

A | Bolton Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval structures in the UK and on arrival many are astounded by its colossal size. We are met by a costumed guide who lets us enter via the portcullis gate before showing and telling us the colorful history. The rest of the day is spent on a circular, scenic tour of the Dales travelling via Hawes, for a lunchtime stop at the home of Wensleydale Cheese, and Kirkby Stephens.

B | To the world-famous and award-winning open-air museum of Beamish, with history from 1820 to the 1950s. You can visit a sweet shop, pub, travel by tram and bus plus visit a pit. Everywhere you go there will be knowledgeable and costumed staff who you can ask any questions you may have. On our return we make a stop in the famous city of Durham.

C | Discover the Geordie jewels with a panoramic tour of the city and its surroundings with a local guide on all day. We begin at the iconic Angel of the North, then to Gateshead Quays; explore the Baltic Art Gallery with its stunning Tyneside views and marvel at the Millennium Bridge. Then to the coast and breathe in the fresh sea air in Tynemouth, famed for its spectacular views over the North Sea, then Whitley Bay’s golden sandy beach. Finally, uncover the fabulous history of Seaton Delaval Hall all set amidst the hall’s dramatic English Baroque design and enchanting gardens.

Friday We return home with a lunch break in the Peak District town of Bakewell.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Derwent Manor Hotel

Set in 20 acres of countryside, this luxury, boutique hotel overlooks the Derwent Valley with great facilities.

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Bolton Castle, Beamish & Seaton Delaval with local guide)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

NEW TOUR!

© Bolton Castle

Luxurious Lake District & Pennines, Ullswater

4 Days

4 Days from

Mon 8th September 2025 £629

+£120 Single Supplement | POA - Lake View Upgrades

4-star lakeside hotel with 2AA Rosette Chef Restaurant plus, Dalemain Mansion!

The Inn on the Lake enjoys one of the most spectacular settings in the Lake District with its 15 acres of lawns sweeping to the shores of Ullswater. Evening meals are served in the AA Rosette Lake View Restaurant which has creative, exciting menus using fresh, local ingredients to ensure you remember the food as much as the hotel. This year we have changed the itinerary and added a visit to Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens in its picturesque setting on the banks of the River Eamont.

Monday North with a late lunchtime stop in Kendal, a market town on the edge of the Lake District. We travel to Pooley Bridge and along the shores of Ullswater to our hotel.

Tours at Resort

A | To Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, a Grade I listed country house and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It dates back to the Saxon era and showcases exquisite furniture by Robert Gillow and Thomas Chippendale. The formal gardens, adorned with over 200 roses, apple trees, and the UK’s widest silver fir tree, have previously won the ‘Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award’. We enjoy a personal welcome before our guided tour including their award-winning marmalades! Then through the heart of the wonderfully scenic Lake District, taking in Rydal Water, Grasmere and Thirlmere to our second stop of the day in Ambleside. We complete the circular tour with a drive over the dramatic Kirkstone Pass, with views of Windermere. Great scenery all day and we view seven of the lakes!

B | Into the Pennines and views all day as we climb all the way up to the Hartside Top, where we take a short break to enjoy the views back as far as the Lake District. Then on to the market town of Hexham. Hexham has an excellent range of specialist and independent shops to explore and is often described as one of the best places to live in the UK. We return via the B6318 from Chollerford to Gilsland which follows the course of Hadrian’s Wall. Thursday The holiday is not over as we make another drive over the Kirkstone Pass in the opposite direction and make a stop in Bowness-on-Windermere.

We continue along the eastern edge of Windermere with some great views, before heading south.

5 Days

Mon 25th August 2025

Inn on the Lake, Ullswater

Superb 4-star hotel with a spectacular setting.

LIFT | BAR | SATELLITE TV | WIFI lakedistricthotels.net/innonthelake Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Dalemain Mansion)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

£649 +£120 Single Supplement

Tour Highlights: 650ft Hoghton Tower, East Lancs Railway, Bury Transport Museum, award-winning local guide onboard for the day and Dewlay Cheesemakers!

Explore the Ribble Valley and discover what makes the region one of the happiest in the UK! We visit the summit of Houghton Tower, standing at 650 ft with panoramic views across Lancashire and see great scenery from lower down on the East Lancashire Railway. One day we have the award winning Simon Entwistle onboard for a captivating coach tour through the enchanting Ribble Valley. Finally, Dewlay Cheesemakers have a reputation for producing the very best of Lancashire Cheese and we have a tour and of course tasting!

Monday We travel north with a lunch time stop at Trentham Shopping Centre.

Tours at Resort

A | To Hoghton Tower and from the top we can see from the Lake District to North Wales! We have a private tour that brings the tower to life with mentions of previous visitors such as Queen Mary and Shakespeare! Then to Dewlay Cheesemakers, producing award-winning cheese using the same traditional methods their grandfather used in the 1950s. Witness the curdling, cutting, before indulging in a tutored tasting.

B | We see the best of the Ribble Valley with a local guide onboard, meandering through quaint villages and rolling hills.

C | Steam back into nostalgic times as we ride on one of the UK’s best-kept 19th-century heritage railways. We sit back and relax on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful Irwell Valley with its rolling green hills and picturesque villages. We also visit Bury Transport Museum and speed back through the North West’s industrial history, brought to life by hands-on exhibits and full-size vehicles.

Friday We return home with a stop on the Waterfront in Liverpool, overlooked by the Liver Birds.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Foxfields County Hotel

Breathtaking views and full leisure facilities.

BAR | FREEVIEW TV | GYM

GROUND FLOOR ROOMS

STEAM ROOM | SAUNA | POOL foxfieldshotel.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Houghton Tower, East Lancs Railway, Bury Transport Museum, local guide & Dewlay Cheesemakers)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

© Hermoine McCosh

© Liam Barnes

Lakes & Dales from the Seaside, Morecambe

Tour Highlights: Lake Cruise, Holker Hall, Wensleydale Cheese Demonstration & Tasting, plus Blackpool Illuminations! 6 Days

A superb tour viewing some of Britain’s finest scenery in both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District. Our centre is Morecambe with its level, five-mile promenade and superb views across the bay to the Lakeland hills, especially at sunset. We also enjoy an evening trip to view the famous Blackpool lights which adds to all the extras on this great holiday.

Sunday We travel north with a stop at Trentham Shopping Centre.

Monday The Yorkshire Dales beckon today as we travel via the beautiful Lune Valley into the Pennine Mountains through lovely but remote countryside, to call at Hawes in Wensleydale. Whilst in Hawes we enjoy a demonstration and tasting at the Wensleydale Cheese Shop. On our return we call at Kirkby Lonsdale, a compact town with independent shops. In the evening we have an early dinner before we view the Blackpool Illuminations.

Tuesday A free day to explore Morecambe, or maybe catch a local bus to nearby Lancaster.

Wednesday Into the southern Lake District and we enjoy a boat ride from Lakeside, on the southern tip of Windermere, to Bowness. We have time to explore Bowness before continuing to our afternoon visit to Holker Hall & Gardens. The estate is set in exceptionally beautiful countryside with gardens that merge into parkland, framed by the Lakeland Hills.

Thursday Into the northern lakes today and we view seven lakes in total! We pass Rydal, Grasmere and Thirlmere enroute to our lunchtime stop in Keswick, set near Derwent Water. On our return we view Ullswater and Brothers Water before a dramatic ride over the Kirkstone Pass.

Friday We return home with a stop at the famous Bury Market, previously vote the best market in the UK.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Coast to Coast in 4-star hotels!

Auckland Hotel Fabulous sea views, great food, evening entertainment and lovely rooms. LIFT | BAR aucklandhotel.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. boat ride, Holker Hall and cheese demonstration)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days Mon 8th September 2025 £569 +£70 Single Supplement

5 Days from

Tour Highlights: Illuminations, Lake District, Guided Tour, Light Coast Railway with Fish & Chips and Tour of a Trawler!

If you cannot decide between the East and West coast, then choose this tour which shows you the best of both whilst staying in two fabulous 4-star hotels. Blackpool is Britain’s largest holiday resort with a flat 6-mile promenade and three piers. The trams on the seafront are the only survivors of their kind in England and the famous illuminations are up whilst we are staying there. The hotel also has nightly entertainment and all-inclusive drinks 8pm to midnight! Humberside is an undiscovered area with so much to offer and we have three inclusions whilst staying here.

Monday Direct to Blackpool, with a quick rest stop, so that we have time to enjoy the town before being greeted at our hotel with a hot drink.

Tuesday We travel in to the Lake District where we pass Windermere making a short stop in Bowness. Then we pass the lakes of Grasmere and Rydal before our afternoon stop in Keswick. Great scenery all day and after dinner we enjoy a tour of the Illuminations.

Wednesday We cross the country and on arrival into Hull we are met by a local guide for a one-hour walking tour. Then we have free time to explore at leisure to meander through Hull’s Old Town. Thursday To the seaside and we visit Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre which includes a guided tour of a 1950s Trawler which is thought to be the oldest surviving diesel trawler in the UK. Later we enjoy a 45-minute ride along the picturesque coast on the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway. The visit includes a Fish and Chip lunch and a visit to the smallest pub on the planet! There is also free time to enjoy the Victorian seaside resort itself.

Friday We head home with a stop in Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese, with gardens along the river.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Imperial Hotel Blackpool

4-star hotel in an iconic Victorian building on the seafront.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI imperialhotelblackpool.co.uk

Mercure Hull Grange Park

Fabulous 4-star hotel is a 19th century manor house surrounded by 12 acres of landscaped gardens.

• Tours as indicated (Inc. guided tour, Trawler tour and Railway)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Blackpool Illuminations

& The Yorkshire Dales

Single Supplements

Blackpool is Britain’s largest holiday destination with a flat 6-mile promenade and three piers. The trams on the seafront are the only survivors of their kind in England. Our hotel is a superb 3-star hotel with a prime location on the south promenade and it provides entertainment every night!

Friday Direct to Blackpool, with a quick comfort stop, so that you can enjoy the town before dinner. After dinner we have a tour of the illuminations.

Saturday A choice today, all day to explore and enjoy Blackpool or join the coach as we travel along the Ribble Valley to Skipton. Skipton is the Gateway to the Dales and has a 900 year old castle and a historic cobbled high street full of shops. From here we climb into the Dales and make a stop in Hawes, 850ft above sea level and home to Wensleydale Cheese. We return on a different route through the Dales to create a wonderful circular tour.

Sunday We depart Blackpool at 2pm and should arrive home approximately 7pm.

Carousel Hotel

Mansion!

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Central point pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal 3 Days

Modern 3-star hotel with stunning sea views and within walking distance of all of the attractions. LIFT | BAR | WIFI carouselhotel.co.uk

5 Days Mon 18th August 2025 £599 +£119 Single Supplement

5 Days from

Tour Highlights: Concorde Classic Tour, Durham Massey, East Lancs Railway, West Lancs Railway & a canal cruise!

Diverse, energetic, and bursting with character, this region is one of the most exciting places to visit in the UK and known as the birthplace of the industrial revolution. We enjoy a packed itinerary with five differing experiences taking in two railways lines, a canal cruise, Concorde and an Elizabethan Mansion. All whilst staying at a former Georgian Mansion! A huge success in 2024 and for this year, we have included an afternoon tea on the cruise!

Monday We travel north with a lunch time stop in Shrewsbury. Tuesday We make our way to Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park where we enjoy the Concorde Classic Tour. Whilst on board Concorde we learn about some of the unique features that made Concorde so special. In the afternoon to Durham Massey, a courtly Elizabethan mansion with French style formal gardens. An exploration of the house brings its rich history to life.

Wednesday This time we ride a narrow-gauge train at the West Lancashire Light Railway Museum, and also have time to explore the museum. Then to Wigan Pier where we join the Kittywake for a two-hour cruise that gives us a unique perspective of the industrial revolution and we also get to go through a working lock. During the cruise we are served afternoon tea.

Thursday To Bury and we step back in time as we board the East Lancs Railway for a nostalgic steam trip to Rawenstall. The on to Hebden Bridge, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, this market town has been voted ‘greatest town in Europe’ and ‘best small market town in the UK’.

Friday We return home with a stop with a lunch time stop at Trentham Shopping Centre.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Mercure Bolton

Georgian House Hotel

• Tours as indicated (Inc. two trains, canal, Concorde and Durham Massey)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

© Kittywake Canal Cruise

Northern Dramas

5 Days

Thu 18th September 2025

+£80 Single Supplement

5 Days from

£619

Tour Highlights: Coronation Street The Tour, Last of the Summer Wine with a local guide & Emmerdale Locations with a guide and meet a cast member in The Woolpack.

Yorkshire has rolling dales and stunning vistas, colourful towns and quaint villages so it is no wonder that many of the most famous settings have been used in major TV and film dramas. We take in three of the most famous TV shows plus pass plenty of other sites of interest from other shows including Happy Valley.

Thursday We head north and take a lunchtime stop in the Peak District town of Bakewell.

A | Emmerdale Our guide takes us on a four-hour tour through scenic countryside where we will discover some of the locations used in the filming of Emmerdale. The tour includes a visit to the market town of Otley, known as Hotten in the soap. We continue to Esholt where much of the filming of Emmerdale took place before a replica village was built. The tour ends with a cold buffet in the Woolpack Inn with a star from the show.

B | Coronation Street Our chance to explore the sensational external sets at MediaCityUK. Our 80-minute experience will take in Coronation Street, Rosamund Street and Victoria Street. Wander through Weatherfield on a fully guided tour of the working set. Recall stories from yesteryear, hear filming secrets, take selfies on the street, and follow in the footsteps of your favourite characters. We will also spend time in Uppermill, surrounded by the stunning Saddleworth Moor.

C | Last of Summer Wine We have a local guide on board to enjoy a 3.5 hour tour of Last of the Summer Wine Country. Our tour takes in Holmfirth, where much of the filming took place and home to Sid’s Café and Nora Batty’s house. We also make a visit to Haworth in the heart of Bronte country.

Monday We head a different way home and cross the Pennines to a lunch time stop in Hebden Bridge. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, this market town has been voted ‘greatest town in Europe’. A lot of locations here were also used in Happy Valley.

Fabulously Merseyside Liverpool

+£105 Single Supplement

Best Western Bradford Guide Post Hotel

Comfortable accommodation on the outskirts of Bradford.

GROUND FLOOR ROOMS (REQUEST)

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV bestwestern.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Coronation Street tour, Emmerdale tour and Last of the Summer Wine tour)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

With its world class attractions and unrivalled musical heritage, Liverpool is the ideal destination to visit and explore. We have a three-hour Fab 4 Taxi ride with an expert driver who will show you all of the important Beatles sites and we also visit Knowsley Hall, Merseyside’s only stately home! All whilst staying at the also fabulous 4-star Municipal Hotel which is a boutique hotel that offers a remarkable experience! PLEASE NOTE: evening meals not included, but the hotel has a restaurant and there are numerous options nearby.

Sunday To Liverpool and time to explore the Albert Dock area before we check into our great hotel which is centrally located. Tours at Resort

A | Hop into your own private cab for a three-hour Fab 4 Taxi ride taking in their childhood homes, Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields and much more! Later free time to explore the city.

B | Tatton Park’s centerpiece is the majestic Tatton Hall, an elegant neoclassical mansion, and we have a guided tour of this followed by a light lunch.

Wednesday We check out of the hotel but we don’t depart Liverpool until 2pm so plenty more time to explore and maybe visit The Beatles Story! (entry not included).

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Municipal Hotel, Liverpool

Experience they city in luxury at this 4-star hotel. Use of the Swimming Pool and Spa is an additional £20 for 2 hours paid at the hotel. LIFT | BAR | WIFI FREEVIEW TV | POOL | GYM municipalhotelliverpool.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. taxi ride and Tatton Park)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast Tour Highlights: 3-hour Fab 4 Taxi Tour & Tatton Park! 4 Days Sun 10th August 2025 £529

Single Rooms Only in 4-Star Chester

5 Days Mon 13th October 2025

Llandudno, Snowdonia & Anglesey

Days From

This is a great opportunity to stay in a landmark Chester hotel with a roll call of famous guests including Charles Dickens! The hotel opened in 1860 and has recently had a £5m refurbishment of its public areas. Chester is a great city, which we have time to explore, and we also have two very different days out, one to the Isle of Anglesey and the other to the fabulous Waterside in Liverpool. The hotel offers a glass of wine with dinner on the first and last evening and also treats us to a cream tea one afternoon.

Monday We head north with a lunch time stop at Trentham Shopping Village and Garden Centre.

Tours at Resort

A | We spend the day in Liverpool, where we are dropped at the rejuvenated Waterfront which is shrouded in both history and beauty. Its home to iconic buildings such as the Liver Building and famous Royal Albert Dock. There is also The Beatles Story and the famous Ferry Across the Mersey (entry not included). Plus, great shopping nearby at One Liverpool.

B | A FREE DAY to explore Chester and in the afternoon, we enjoy a cream tea back at the hotel.

C | Scenic tour of the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages. Following a quick stop at Llanfair PG, (the longest placename in Britain!) we take a circular tour of the island including a photo stop overlooking Bull Bay. We pass through Llanfachraeth, Cemaes Bay & Amlwch on the way to our stop in Beaumaris, a beautifully positioned resort of Victorian character. Friday We return with a stop in Ironbridge Gorge, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. It has a thriving tourist trade not to mention the world-famous iron bridge itself, majestic over the River Severn.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

The Queen at Chester Hotel 4-star magnificent brick and stucco Italianate hotel just a 10 minute walk from the city centre. LIFT | BAR | FREEVIEW TV thequeenatchesterhotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days

Fri 3rd October 2025 £349

+£22.50pp Guaranteed Twin Sea View

Llandudno’s has an immaculate seafront is gracefully framed by two headlands and is a classic seaside resort with a great retro pier. It is also at the start point of stunning Snowdonia scenery. Our hotel has entertainment every night.

Friday Travelling via Bridgnorth we take a lunch break in Llangollen, before continuing via the scenic Horseshoe Pass to Llandudno.

Tours at Resort

A | We make a morning stop in Betws-y-Coed, in its magical setting with a distinctly Alpine feel. We continue, viewing Snowdon from the spectacular Llanberis Pass to our lunchtime stop in Caernarfon. Caernarfon is home to Wales’ most famous castle, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has narrow town centre streets and a stylishly redeveloped waterfront.

B | Scenic tour of the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages. Following a quick stop at Llanfair PG (the longest placename in Britain!) we take a circular tour of the island including a photo stop overlooking Bull Bay. We pass through Llanfachraeth, Cemaes Bay & Amlwch on the way to our stop in Beaumaris, a beautifully positioned resort of Victorian character. Monday We return home with a stop in Shrewsbury, which has nearly 800 listed buildings all built on a huge loop in the River Severn.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Four Oaks Hotel

Situated in the heart of Llandudno on its picturesque panoramic promenade. Classically designed with modern features.

BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV GROUND FLOOR ROOMS fouroaksllandudno.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

West Wales & The Pembrokeshire Coast

Pembrokeshire Coast, Tenby

We see the great coastal scenery in this area of West Wales, and we have included two fascinating guided tours. We love the Cliff Hotel & Spa, and they offer all guests an hour’s use of the Spa each day for no additional cost (reserve on arrival).

Monday Following a lunchtime stop in Abergavenny we enjoy a scenic journey via the Brecon Beacons to West Wales where we are met at our hotel with a welcome drink.

Tuesday Into Pembrokeshire National Park and we follow the scenic coast road through to a stop in St David’s for an early lunch time stop, it is a beautiful and unique city surrounded by some of the finest coastline in Europe. We then continue on the coastal road to visit Picton Castle and Gardens where we have a guided tour. The Castle is half manor house and half medieval castle, set in 40 acres of stunning gardens.

Wednesday Following the coast road northwards today, with its picturesque villages that cling to the sides of the hills rising above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay, we make our way to Aberystwyth, nestling between three hills and two beaches. Here we have the option (not included) of taking the Vale of Rheidol Railway on a return journey to Devil’s Bridge and back. Or spend your time in Aberystwyth itself which has much to offer including shopping, promenade, cliff railway and an observatory.

Thursday Up the Teifi Valley to Cenarth, a conservation village huddled around spectacular waterfalls. We then continue up the valley to the National Wool Museum where we enjoy an informative guided tour and let the story of wool weave its magic in this unique working museum!

Friday Home with a stop at The Mumbles, undoubtedly one of the finest seaside villages in the UK.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

The Cliff Hotel, Gwbert

A renowned 3-star hotel with great facilities and stunning views of the Pembrokeshire coast. LIFT| BAR | POOL | GYM

SAUNA | STEAM ROOM | SPA

HYDRO SPA cliffhotel.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Picton Castle & National Wool Museum)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days (Inc. tour A + a free day in resort) Fri 24th October 2025 £399

4 Days from 5 Days from

5 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day in resort) Mon 4th August 2025 £569

Pembrokeshire is known throughout the world for its awesome coastal scenery and its golden sands are backed by towering cliffs. Tenby is one of the UK’s favourite seaside towns, it is steeped in ancient history and surrounded by an imposing medieval stone wall.

First Day Into the Brecon Beacons and we make a lunchtime stop in the town of Brecon, a picturesque market town famed for its Georgian architecture. More scenery as we continue to Tenby.

Tours at Resort

A | A grand circular tour of Pembrokeshire today starts as we travel along the coast road known for its ‘Seventeen Hills in Sixteen Miles’ through Newgale Pebble Beach and the quaint little village of Solva to St. Davids, where ample time is allowed for lunch and to view the cathedral, the largest in Wales. On our return we make a stop in Narbeth, it has a thriving high street with independent shops and cafes.

B | Another circular tour of Pembrokeshire as we take a beautiful morning drive along the coast through Lydstep to St Govan’s Head where we make a stop with great views of a tiny chapel built into the cliff. We continue through Merrion, then pass the impressive, mediaeval fortress of Pembroke Castle on our way to Haverfordwest for a lunchtime stop. Haverfordwest is the attractive county town of Pembrokeshire with a great variety of shops. The Wester Cleddau River runs through the centre and has a castle towering above it. In the afternoon we visit Saundersfoot, a fishing village at the foot of a picturesque, wooded valley.

Last Day We head towards home with a lunchtime stop in Abergavenny

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Clarence House Hotel Superbly situated with stunning sea views. LIFT | BAR clarencehotel-tenby.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Glorious Gower Peninsula, Llanelli

5 Days

Sun 5th October 2025

+£112 Single Supplement

5 Days From

£599

Tour Highlights: a local guide plus Heritage Centre and National Botanic Gardens of Wales!

We spend the week in an ‘area of outstanding natural beauty’ with two included attractions and a day in beautiful Tenby. All whilst based in a 3-star hotel with great leisure facilities. This hotel, which offers two nights entertainment, receives fantastic feedback.

Sunday A lunchtime stop in Abergavenny and a lovely drive through the Brecon Beacons to Llanelli.

Monday We experience the sheer beauty of the Gower. Our first stop is the Gower Heritage Centre which offers crafts, a watermill, and a museum. Later we have a tour of the Mill and then a local guide joins us on our coach for a two-hour tour of the best that the Gower has to offer.

Tuesday All day in Tenby, a historic seaside resort with natural charm, narrow streets, harbour, and beautiful beaches.

Wednesday First to Carmarthen where there is good shopping and Wednesday is market day. Then to the National Botanic Garden of Wales, where the Great Glasshouse houses some of the most endangered plants on the planet which come from six areas of the world: California, Australia, Canary Islands, Chile, South Africa and the Mediterranean Basin.

Thursday We head towards home with a stop in Cardiff, with unique attractions and quality shopping all in walking distance.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Diplomat Hotel & Spa

3-star hotel with warm hospitality, style and sophistication. Plus, great leisure facilities. LIFT | BAR | GYM INDOOR POOL | JACUZZI SAUNA | STEAM ROOM diplomat-hotel-wales.com

(inc. Heritage centre, local guide and National Botanic Garden)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Jacobite Steam Train & Loch Ness Cruise, Fort William

7 Days Sun 3rd August 2025

7 Days from

£1,169 +£123 Single Supplement

The Jacobite is the ‘Hogwarts Express‘ in the iconic Harry Potter films!

Described as the greatest railway journey in the world, the eight-four-mile round trip on the Jacobite takes us past a list of impressive extremes before finally arriving next to the deepest seawater loch in Europe, Loch Nevis! There is spectacular Highland scenery on our other days out and we also enjoy a cruise on the infamous Loch Ness. On our way to Fort William, we pass through the Cairngorms National Park, and on our return, through The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Parks.

Sunday We head north to the border and make a stop at Gretna Green before continuing to our hotel, the 4-star Dryfesdale Country House Hotel.

Monday We travel over the Forth Estuary and into the Highlands. We make a short lunchtime stop in Pitlochry with its clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, and rich clan history. From here we have great Highland scenery as we travel to our main hotel for four nights in Fort William.

Tuesday We board the Jacobite Steam Train for a two-hour each way journey on what is regarded as one of the World’s greatest rail journeys to Mallaig and back. This was the route used by the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films and there are views of the mighty Ben Nevis and we travel over the famous 21-arch Glenfinnan Viaduct.

Wednesday To Fort Augustus, a lovely town where the Caledonian Canal meets Loch Ness. Following free time we board our boat for a wonderfully relaxing one-hour cruise on Loch Ness with stunning views of Urquhart Castle and possibly Nessie!

Thursday Into the northern Cairngorms and we make a stop in Aviemore. We return in time for you to spend time in Fort William.

Friday We return south and make a short stop in Glencoe and then at Loch Lomond Shores with shops, eating options and walks on the banks of the loch.

Then on to our overnight hotel, the 3-star Shap Wells Hotel.

Saturday The holiday isn’t over as we drop into Bowness -on-Windermere for free time before enjoying a drive along its banks.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Alexandra Hotel

Providing traditional Scottish Hospitality this 3-star hotel has a great location with everything nearby and full use of the leisure facilities at the nearby Ben Nevis Hotel. WIFI | BAR | POOL and at Ben Nevis Hotel: SAUNA GYM | STEAM ROOM | JACUZZI strathmorehotels-thealexandra.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. train ride and boat cruise)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

© Tim Jones Photography

Scottish Sensations, Stirling

5 Days Sun 19th October 2025 £599

+£140 Single Supplement

5 Days From

Tour Highlights: Kelpies Experience, Falkirk Wheel, Royal Yacht Britannia & Scone Palace!

Absorb the contrasting scenery and natural beauty of Perthshire whilst staying at one of Scotland’s most iconic and well-loved hotels. Rise into the air on the unique Falkirk Wheel boat lift, marvel at the extraordinary, monumental Kelpies, visit the world-famous Royal Yacht Britannia and this year we visit the famous Scone Palace. This really is an action-packed tour based at a superb 4-star hotel in Stirling.

Sunday North to our hotel in Stirling. Tours at Resort

A | We first make our way to the unique sight of The Kelpies, the world’s largest, equine sculptures which are monumental tributes to the horsepower heritage vital to the early industries of central Scotland. During our time here we have a 30-minute guided tour. In the afternoon we experience the Falkirk Wheel on a boat ride, one of Scotland’s top tourist attractions. The Wheel, built in 1998, uses 1200 tonnes of steel and was a solution to overcome the 11 locks originally connecting the Forth Clyde and Union Canals.

It rises an impressive 35 meters and is the only one of its kind in the world.

B | To Scone Palace and we join our expert guide for a ‘bonnie’ private tour of the majestic Scone Palace, a living residence of the Earl and Countess of Mansfield and the historic crowning site of Scottish Kings, including Robert the Bruce and Charles II. We immerse ourselves in the tales of royalty, from the legendary Stone of Destiny to the echoes of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, as you explore the palace’s stunning Gothic Revival architecture. Then free time to marvel at the opulent gardens, home to a rare collection of pineapples, and challenge ourselves in the star-shaped maze, a labyrinthine puzzle designed to both bewilder and fascinate. Free time in Perth, the Scottish home of independent shopping.

C | To Edinburgh for a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia to follow in the footsteps of Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela plus many more including the Queen! The remainder of the day is free to explore Edinburgh. Thursday We return home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel & Royal Yacht Britannia)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

The Outer Hebrides

7 Days

Tue 14th October 2025 £939

7 Days From Tour Highlights: Isles of Lewis, Harris, Benbecula, North and South Uist plus Skye!

+£156 Single Supplement

A journey of discovery visiting no less than six of Scotland’s Western Isles! Some are linked by causeway and there are ferry rides between others amidst stunning and ever-changing scenery. There are also great views to be had on the mainland as we pass through the Highlands on our way North and Glencoe, viewing Ben Nevis, on our return south. For the first time on this tour, we also spend two nights in Stirling and there will be time to explore this small city with a big history from our central 4-star hotel.

Tuesday We travel to Scotland and our hotel for one night, the Golden Lion in central Stirling.

Wednesday Great scenery all day as we travel through the Highlands, Cairngorms and Speyside and on to Inverness where we make a lunch time stop. Inverness is the ‘Highland Capital’ on the banks of the River Ness and it boasts a host of historic buildings and independent shopping. More loch views as we continue to Ullapool to catch our late afternoon crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, our base for the next two nights at the Caladh Inn.

Thursday A wonderful, guided tour around the Isle of Lewis, with a local guide. We view amazing scenery as well as visit a traditional Blackhouse, amazingly still lived in until recently, ‘Scotland’s Stonehenge’ at Callanish and an historic ‘Broch’ at Carloway.

Friday A day of island-hopping when we travel south through Lewis and Harris, with magnificent beaches and scenery throughout. We continue by ferry to the Isle of Benbecula and our base for the next two nights staying at the Dark Island Hotel in Liniclate.

Saturday We have a local guide on board for our tour of Benbecula and South Uist with its Bonnie Prince Charlie connections.

Sunday A long but rewarding day today as we catch the ferry from Lochmaddy to Uig on the northern tip of the Isle of Skye. We then take a wonderful, scenic journey across Skye, cross Skye Bridge, view Ben Nevis and pass through Glencoe, and on to our overnight stop at the Rob Roy Hotel in Aberfoyle.

Monday This Scottish odyssey ends with the journey south.

Our Main Hotels:

Caladh Inn, Stornoway

Conveniently located a short walk from the town centre.

LIFT| BAR | WIFI caladhinn.co.uk

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Dark Island Hotel, Benbecula

Surrounded by great scenery and wildlife and a short stroll from the beach.

FREEVIEW TV | WIFI | BAR isleshotelgroup.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. two guided tours and Blackhouse)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Scotland’s Royal Deeside, Aberdeen

7 Days

Wed 27th August 2025

+£218 Single Supplement

Guernsey by Sea

7 Days from

£899

Including five experiences & 4-star hotel in Aberdeen!

Queen Victoria visited this region in Scotland and fell in love with the place and it has been known as Royal Deeside ever since. One can only say that she had good taste as the Deeside is a stunningly beautiful area and Balmoral is also situated here. We are based in Aberdeen and travelling to/ from our overnight hotels we take a different route making a circular tour of the spectacular scenery that includes the Scottish Highlands and the Cairngorms.

Wednesday We make our way north and stop overnight at the Gretna Hall Hotel just across the border. There will be time to explore this famous village.

Thursday Into the Scottish Highlands and the Cairngorm National Park. We make a stop in stop in Braemar, a lovely village surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. Then we pass Balmoral before dropping down into Aberdeen and our hotel for four nights.

Friday Travelling via Inverurie, we visit Dean’s Shortbread Factory where we can see the famous product being made. Then we visit Fyvie Castle, an imposing 800-year-old fortress with Raeburn portraits on the walls and wildfowl in the loch. The estate has its own ghosts, legends, and folklore! We complete a circular route for the day by following the coast road back to Aberdeen.

Saturday With a backdrop of lush rolling hills, Crathes Castle and gardens is this morning’s destination. Discover the history of the turrets, towers, oak panels, and painted ceilings of this magnificent Disney-esque 16th century house. We also have time to spend in the lovely gardens. Later we have a return journey on the Royal Deeside Railway. Although the track is only a mile long it has a beautiful setting running alongside the river Dee.

Sunday We have a two-hour guided tour of Aberdeen by coach including some walking parts. Then the remainder of the day is yours to explore the city, spend time in the merchant quarter or relax in one of the many parks and award-winning gardens.

Monday As we return south we cross two famous bridges over the River Tay and the Firth of Forth. Our overnight hotel is the 4-star Mercure Kings Hotel in Darlington.

Tuesday We return home with a lunch time stop in Bakewell in the Peak District.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Aberdeen Altens Hotel 4-star contemporary hotel with leisure facilities.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | POOL

SAUNA | STEAM ROOM | GYM aberdeenaltenshotel.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. five experiences)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

6 Days Sun 17th August 2025 £799

+£250 Single Supplement

Includes half-day familiarisation tour!

6 Days from

Guernsey is a place where you can escape the ordinary and discover an island bursting with local charm and inspiring nature. There are daily connections to Herm, Sark, and Alderney if you wish to explore further. The Saints Bay Hotel is named after the picturesque bay and small harbour at the foot of the cliff it sits on. It is exceptionally comfortable and renowned for its hospitality. All tours include a half day familiarisation tour of the island! We travel with Condor on one of their high-speed vessels so the journey time to Guernsey is just three hours and ten minutes. Everyone is guaranteed a seat on board and there is a restaurant, bar, duty free shop and Wi-Fi. PLEASE NOTE: Due to access on and off the ferry, which is 100m walk up an incline, this holiday may not be suitable for all customers.

First Day We transfer you to Poole to catch the Condor ferry to Guernsey. On the island you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Whilst at Resort A half day familiarisation tour is included plus a good selection of others are available through your representative. Last Day There will be a transfer to the Condor from the hotel and we will meet you on the mainland for the journey home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Ferry crossings

• Day trip on island

The Saints Bay Hotel 3-star hotel uniquely situated on an unspoilt headland at the southern tip of the island with a sun lounging area.

BAR | WIFI | OUTDOOR POOL saintsbayhotel.com OR

• Return coach travel to / from Condor Port

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Jersey by Air

6 Days

Sun 14th September 2025

+£225 Single Supplement Wed 8th October 2025 £829

+£200 Single Supplement

Including full-day Island coastal tour!

Jersey by Sea

Including full-day Island coastal tour!

6 Days

Jersey is an island shaped by the sea where some of the most astonishing tides in the world circle the coast and feed the land. It is an island that’s small on size, but big on personality, where country lanes open to cliff top views and the sea is never more than ten minutes away. The Monterey Hotel gets amazing feedback, and all holidays include a full day island coastal tour. We fly with Blue Island Airlines from Southampton Airport.

PLEASE NOTE: An £80pp deposit is required for these holidays.

First Day We transfer you to Southampton Airport to catch your flight to Jersey. On the island you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Whilst at Resort A full day Island coastal trip is included plus, a good selection of others are available through your representative.

Last Day There will be a transfer to the Airport from the hotel and we will meet you on the mainland for the journey home.

Monterey Hotel

3-star hotel a short walk-through Millennium Town Park to the town centre. LIFT | WIFI | GYM

INDOOR & OUTDOOR POOL

SPA | SAUNA | STEAM ROOM

FREEVIEW TV

morvanhotels.com/our-hotels/ monterey-hotel Holiday Inclusions

• Flights

• Return coach travel to / from Southampton Airport

• Day trip on island

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Sun 17th August 2025 £769

+£250 Single Supplement 7 Days

Sun 22nd June 2025 £859

+£300 Single Supplement

Sat 12th July 2025 £859

+£300 Single Supplement

Jersey is an island shaped by the sea where some of the most astonishing tides in the world circle the coast and feed the land. It is an island that’s small on size, but big on personality, where country lanes open to cliff top views and the sea is never more than ten minutes away. The Monterey Hotel gets amazing feedback, and all holidays include a full day island coastal tour. We travel with Condor on one of their high-speed vessels so the journey time to Jersey is just four hours and ten minutes. Everyone is guaranteed a seat on board and there is a restaurant, bar, dutyfree shop and Wi-Fi.

First Day We transfer you to Poole to catch the Condor ferry to Jersey. On the island you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Whilst at Resort A full day island coastal trip is included plus a good selection of others are available through your representative. Last Day There will be a transfer to the Condor from the hotel and we will meet you on the mainland for the journey home.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to access on and off the ferry, which is 100m walk up an incline, this holiday may not be suitable for all customers.

Holiday Inclusions

• Ferry crossings

• Day trip on island

Monterey Hotel

3-star hotel a short walk-through Millennium Town Park to the town centre. LIFT | WIFI | GYM INDOOR & OUTDOOR POOL SPA | SAUNA | STEAM ROOM FREEVIEW TV morvanhotels.com/our-hotels/ monterey-hotel

• Return coach travel to / from Condor Port

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Jersey, Guernsey & Herm by Sea & Air

7 Days Mon 15th September 2025 £1,229

+£315 Single Supplement

7 Days from

+£60 per room Sea View Upgrade (Guernsey only)

Three Channel Islands in One Holiday!

Classic Isle of Man Douglas

5 Days from OR

Plus, a tour whilst on Guernsey and Jersey OR

If you can’t decide between Jersey and Guernsey why not enjoy a holiday that visits both and includes a day trip to of Herm! Both of our hotels are 3-star and we have also included a half day tour of Guernsey and a full day Island Coastal tour of Jersey. We travel to Guernsey by Brittany Ferries and return from Jersey by DFDS. Both journeys are on one of their high-speed vessels, everyone is guaranteed a seat on board and there is a restaurant, bar, duty free shop and Wi-Fi. We get between the islands by plane so less time wasted enjoying the islands!

Monday We sail from Poole at 14:15 and are taken to Guernsey by Condor Ferries, arriving at 17:15. We are met by our representative and transferred to our hotel.

Whilst on Guernsey

On one day we transfer to the port for a 20-minute boat ride to Herm. Herm Island is a peaceful oasis with long stretches of unspoilt beach, sandy cliff paths, local pods of dolphins and Europe’s most southerly puffin colony, this small island is an escape like no other. On the other days is a half-day tour of the island.

Thursday We fly with Blue Islands at 13:30 for the 20-minute flight to Jersey where we are met and taken to our hotel. Whilst on Jersey

A full day Island Coastal trip is included. The other two days are free for you to relax or explore as you wish.

Sunday We take the DFDS ferry at 17:30 back to Poole where we arrive at 22:00 for our transfer home.

ATOL License Number: 12700

Barnes Coaches Ltd.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to access on and off the ferry, which is 100m walk up an incline, this holiday may not be suitable for all customers.

Holiday Inclusions

• Ferry crossings

• Flight

• Three trips

Hotel Peninsula Hotel, Guernsey

3-star hotel that sits beautifully on a picturesque headland with wonderful views.

BAR | WIFI | POOL peninsula.gg

Merton Hotel, Jersey

3-star resort hotel with fabulous facilities including indoor and outdoor pools. seymourhotels.com/merton-hotel

• Return coach travel to/from Condor ports

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days Wed 15th October 2025 £569 +£64 Single Supplement

The Isle of Man is shrouded by mystery, a sea-bound kingdom with its own captivating story to tell and rich history that echoes through the ages. On this tour we explore a large part of this secret in the Irish Sea, with an amazing range of scenery including an abundance of rivers and streams, reservoirs, and hidden glens. Our base is the island’s most popular resort, Douglas and the superb 3-star Chesterhouse Hotel. With our other dates sold out this is the last chance to get to the Isle of Man in 2025!

Wednesday We make our way north to Heysham and the three and a half hour ferry crossing to the Isle of Man.

Tours at Resort

A | To Laxey, home of the largest water wheel in the country and where there is the opportunity to take the Snaefell Mountain Railway (not included) with magnificent views of the island.

B | To Ramsey, a bustling town with a busy shopping street, harbour, and a beach. Then to Peel, an olde worlde fishing port noted for its kippers. Lovely scenery all day!

C | South Island tour visiting Castletown, the island’s former capital with its narrow streets, quaint houses, and mediaeval castle. Onward to view the Calf of Man (look out for the seals!) and a visit to Port Erin with its crystal-clear waters and beautiful setting.

Sunday We return to the mainland and the journey home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Tours as indicated

Chesterhouse Hotel

3-star hotel located on the seafront of Douglas with modern facilities. LIFT | BAR FREE WIFI | SATLELLITE TV sleepwellhotels.com/chesterhouse

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days

Sun 14th September 2025

+£100 Single Supplement

£749

5 Days from Tour Highlights: House of Waterford Crystal, VIP Huntington Castle & Gardens and The Irish National Heritage Park

A sparkling journey through County Wexford’s hidden and iconic dazzling gems. We get the VIP treatment at Huntingdon Castle with an owner led experience. As well as being mesmerized at the iconic House of Waterford Crystal, the beating heart of the world’s luxury crystal manufacturers! Enter a recreated world depicting 9,000 years of unforgettable Irish culture.

Sunday We take the ferry from Fishguard to Rosslare and the short drive to our hotel in Enniscorthy.

Tours at Resort

A | To Waterford which is said to be the oldest town in Ireland, and we have a behind the scenes tour of the Waterford Crystal factory, where glowing balls of molten crystal are blown in front of your eyes. The afternoon is free to explore the town where you can see 1,000 years of history in 100 steps!

B | Huntington Castle was built in 1625 and is still in the same family! We have a welcome and guided tour by a family member of the castle and gardens and hear tales of the eccentric occupants whilst meandering through the living quarters and even dungeons! We then follow the Mount Leinster Heritage Trail through Fenagh and Bagenalstown to Kilkenny. Kilkenny, Ireland’s Medieval Capital. It has a mixture of rich cultural heritage, beautiful streetscapes, and great shopping to offer.

C | To the Irish National Heritage Park for a guided tour of this cornerstone of Ireland’s Ancient East, taking in ecological homestead sites and exploring Wexford’s culturally influential heyday. Then time in the county town of Wexford, a lively place with a harbour, shopping, and great views to sea.

Thursday We have a take away breakfast from the hotel and catch the morning ferry back to Wales and home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Huntingdon Castle & Gardens, House of Waterford and Irish National Heritage Park)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Mayo’s Tapestry of Natural Wonders, Ireland

7 Days

Sun 29th June 2025

+£200 Single Supplement

7 Days from

£1,059

Venture into County Mayo, where the Wild Atlantic Way’s most magnificent natural wonders await. We discover the jaw-dropping Kylemore Abbey, embark on a mystical catamaran voyage, and explore Achill Island on a cinematic coach tour through golden beaches and ancient terrains. Finally, we uncover the haunting beauty of Keel and the mystique of Slievemore. Our resort in Ireland is Westport which is a charming town once crowned ‘The Best Place to Live in Ireland’, our 4-star hotel is a beacon of Irish hospitality and has a classic setting with full leisure facilities.

Sunday We make our way to North Walesand to our overnight hotel, the Celtic Royal Hotel in Caenarfon. We arrive in time for you to explore the town.

Monday Onto the Isle of Anglesey and to Holyhead where we board our ferry to Dublin, it is the morning ferry so we will enjoy breakfast on board rather than at the hotel. We then cross Ireland making a short stop in Athlone on the banks of the River Shannon. Our hotel for the next four nights is the Castlecourt Hotel in Westport.

Tours in resort

A | Along the Wild Atlantic Way to Connemara National Park, which has long been regarded as the real Emerald of Ireland with its stunning vistas of scenic mountains, valleys, lakes and spectacular coastline. We have an Private Tour at the iconic Kylemore Abbey, home to Benedictine nuns and set in a postcard-perfect landscape. We make a stop in the capital of Connemara, Clifden a vibrant and cosmopolitan town on the very edge of Europe.

B | To Killary Fjord and we spend 90-minutes coasting along rugged North Connemara landscape onboard a luxury catamaran. Take in breathtaking, uninterrupted views of Ireland’s largest glacial fjord. We keep our eyes peeled for playful otters, basking seals, and a variety of birds, with the chance of dolphins. We again make it a circular day out and return by passing through the Sheffery Hills on the banks of Doo Lough.

C | A local guide is on board for a journey through Achill Island, Ireland’s largest and the jewel of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Marvel at its spectacular scenery, with golden beaches and unspoiled beauty beneath ever-changing island skies. Witness the rugged peaks and valleys along the 23-mile Atlantic drive, featuring stops at hauntingly beautiful sites including the deserted village of Keel and the eerie Slievemore.

Friday We take a different route back across Ireland and catch the afternoon ferry from Dublin back to Holyhead. Back in Wales we stay at the Celtic Royal Hotel again.

Saturday The holiday isn’t over as we enjoy a drive through Snowdonia, before making a lunch stop in Llangollen. Castlecourt Hotel, Westport 4-star hotel in the heart of Westport. BAR | FREEVIEW TV

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Tours as indicated

GYM | POOL castlecourthotel.ie

(Inc. Kylemore Abbey, Fjord cruise and guided tour)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Disneyland Paris & Walt Disney Studios

4 Days - Mon 28th July 2025

Room Description Price (per person)

X4 People per room £619

X3 People per room £659

X2 People per room £749

X1 Person per room £999

People per room is based on all customers aged 3 years & over.

Children (3-11 years old) £20 OFF the prices above.

Infants (2 years & under) £199 if sleeping in a cot (Must be pre-booked)

Includes 2-Day Disney Park pass!

Disneyland Park is a world that inspires the imagination, where wonder and enchantment fill the air! With Sleeping Beauty Castle at the heart of this fairy-tale setting, the attractions, shows, parades and restaurants will immerse you in the Disney magic we know and love! At Walt Disney we can dive into the breath-taking worlds of Disney and Pixar, where fantastic shows and attractions will make you feel you’re not watching the movies but living them!

Our hotel is off site, but our own coach will take us to and from the park each day which is a 10-minute drive. Or use the hotels shuttle buses if you wish to travel at a different time. Holidays include the cost of passes that allow unlimited entrance to Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios for two days. PLEASE NOTE: Breakfast is included but Evening meals are not, choose to eat at the parks or the hotel does have a cafe (please check open) and rooms have a kitchenette.

Monday We travel via Calais and then on to our hotel.

Tuesday At 09:15 we depart the hotel and take the 10-minute journey to the parks. We stay until after the fireworks (approx. 23:00) and then return immediately to the hotel.

Wednesday We depart the hotel at 09:15 and make our way to the park and leave at 19:30.

Thursday We return home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

• 2-Day Disney Park Pass

Staycity Aparthotels

Marne la Valee

Surrounded by a beautiful lake with a garden area, sun terrace and an outdoor heated swimming pool.

WIFI | POOL | FREEVIEW TV

GYM | GAMES ROOM

staycity.com/paris/near-disneyland-paris

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast

8 Days Sat 23rd August 2025 £999 +£65 Single Supplement High Alps Explorer, St Anton

8 Days from Tour Highlights: The Austrian and German Alps, Innsbruck & Linderhof Castle!

St Anton is found in the Western Tyrol, close to the Arlberg Pass and close to Switzerland, which we view from across Lake Constance. We also visit Southern Bavaria where we visit one of King Ludwig’s Castles as well as Oberammergau. St Anton not only allows for great days out, but it is also a pretty village with cafes and shops and on our rest day we have included a cable car ride to allow you to get higher into the Alps! Our 4-star hotel offers friendly hospitality and fine food, on one afternoon they lay on an afternoon tea with strudel.

Saturday To France on to our overnight stop at the 4-star Mercure Hotel Saarbrucken South.

Sunday We continue through Germany and then south into Austria and our base for five nights, St Anton, where we are met with a welcome drink.

Tours at Resort

A | A FREE DAY to explore St Anton. There is plenty to do in the village and you can use your included St Anton card to ride the local cable car high into the Alps with stunning views of the surrounding Alps.

B | A scenic drive along the Inn Valley, with many hilltop castles to be seen, and then all day in Innsbruck. Innsbruck is over 800 years old and we have all day to explore this charming alpine city, including the most famous landmark of all, the ‘Golden Roof’. The city also hosted the winter Olympics in 1964 and 1976.

C | We travel over the Fern Pass (3000ft high point) and into Bavaria where we visit Linderhof Castle. The castle was King Ludwig’s (known as the Bavarina Fairytale King) favourite castle and was built to his demands of a Versailles-inspired palace. Later we visit Oberammergau, it is a picturesque town famous for its fairytale frescoes painted onto many of its houses. It also hosts a huge passion play every ten years where people visit from all around the world.

D | A short trip out today to Feldkirch, a compact city with a well-preserved old town filled with medieval architecture, cafes and shopping. Schattenburg Castle majestically resides above the town centre and dating back to the 13th century. It is now a museum and can be visited if you wish (not included).

Friday We return to the Mercure Hotel in Saarbrucken.

Saturday To Calais and home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

Sporthotel, St Anton

A 4-star hotel located in the heart of St Anton.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | SAUNA sporthotel-st-anton.at

• Tours as indicated (Inc. cable car and Linderhof Castle)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Highlights on the Moselle 5-star Cruise

3 excursions included, Full Board on boat & All Inclusive drinks!

7 Days - Wed 3rd September 2025

Cabin Type Price (per person) Single Supplements

Emerald Deck

£1,599 +£550 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Ruby Deck £1,699 +£600 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Diamond Deck £1,799 +£650 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Diamond Suite POA POA (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Berths in: Koblenz, Traben-Trarbach, Bernkastel, Cochem, & Tries-Kraden

Vineyards, coziness, and historic architecture - that’s what a trip on the Moselle combines. We join the cruise in Koblenz, a city at the spectacular confluence of the Rhine and Moselle. Other stops are Traben-Trarbach, which is romantic, quaint with a medieval marketplace and an ancient bridge across the river. Bernkastel has numerous half-timbered houses overlooked by a castle. Cochem has picturesque views of the vineyards from its cobblestone-paved old town and is home to Reichsburg Castle. Finally, Treis-Karden with its many monasteries and famous fountain. We are full-board whilst on board the cruise plus all-inclusive drinks. There is musical entertainment every night and a high tea on one afternoon.

Wednesday To Calais and onto our overnight hotel which will be at least 3-star with dinner and breakfast included.

Thursday On to Koblenz and we have time to explore before boarding our ship at 16:00. The ship departs at 18:00.

Friday We arrive into Traben-Trabach at breakfast and have a walking tour of the town. We stay the night here so also time to explore at leisure.

Saturday We depart at 08:30 and enjoy the scenery before we arrive into Bernkastel at 11:30 and enjoy a walking tour of a vineyard. Free time to explore before our boat departs in the evening.

Sunday We wake in Cochem and have a walking tour before we depart at 13:00 to cruise for one-hour to Treis-Karden. Time to explore before we depart late in the evening.

Monday We arrive back in Koblenz and disembark after breakfast, making our way back to our overnight hotel via a stop at a town of interest.

Tuesday To Calais and the ferry home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Itinerary & sightseeing as stated

• Cruise amenities

• Transport for excursions where necessary

• Full-board (Inc. dinner) on the boat with all inclusive-drinks

• Bed, breakfast & dinner at the overnight hotel

Boat: Viva Moments The VIVA MOMENTS lets you be enchanted by the luxurious atmosphere. Here you can fully relax, with every wish fulfilled. Indulge in a gourmet meal in the main restaurant or in the bistro and enjoy a drink in the panoramic lounge after dinner. Marvel at the passing scenery while golfing on the deck or while relaxing in the whirlpool. For the more active guests, rental bicycles are available for you to explore the landscape individually. It has 88 cabins with up to 176 passengers. On the Diamond Deck, as well as on the Ruby Deck, there are 19 m² Junior Suites, which have a French balcony. The main part of the cabins is made up by 2-bed cabins with 16 m² size. These have French balconies on the Diamond and Ruby decks and non-opening windows on the Emerald deck. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat screen TV, included mini-bar, Nespresso® machine, Beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower, and toilet. A lift connects the lobby with the restaurant, the Ruby Deck and the Diamond Deck. There are six steps leading down to the Emerald Deck.

© Viva Moments

Green Spain Cantabria and the Picos de Europa Mountain Range

11 Days

Mon 15th September 2025

+£270 Single (inside cabin on ferry)

+£600 Single (outside cabin on ferry)

+£50 2x lower bunks in inside cabin

+£80 2x lower bunks in outside cabin

11 Days from

£1,449

Tour Highlights: Santillana del Mar, Comillas, Castro Urdiales, Bilbao plus a boat trip around Santoña Bay.

PLEASE NOTE: The price includes an inside cabin without a window. And if there are 2 of you in the room then 1 will be on a top bunk. If you would like 2 x lower bunks or an outside cabin with a window, then this is available for a supplementary charge as shown.

We take the ferry to Northern Spain and enjoy Cantabria’s stunning coastline, range of historic villages & ports and the beautiful Picos de Europa Mountains. The Hotel Olimpo is in the coastal village of Isla, in a stunning area of breathtaking beauty. The village has two beaches, and all rooms boast wonderful views of the sea, mountains or surrounding area. Whilst at the hotel there is free water and house wine with evening meals and on one evening we have wine tasting!

Monday We journey to Portsmouth and board the Brittany Ferry at 2130 for the for the crossing to Santander on board Santona. We have included an inside cabin on board and there are restaurants, bars, Wi-Fi, cinema, etc.

Tuesday All day on board.

Wednesday We arrive into Santander at 08:00 and travel to the world heritage mediaeval village of Santillana del Mar where most houses were built between the 14th and 18th centuries, and all can be explored by foot. Then onto the Hotel Milagros Golf Hotel in Mogro where we can check in from 14:00. It is a 4-star hotel located next to the beach with WiFi, indoor heated pool, and jacuzzi.

Thursday We leave the Milagros Hotel and visit Comillas, one of the most beautiful towns in Cantabria with cobbled streets, open squares and two beaches. Then make the short journey to our main hotel, Hotel Olimpo in Isla where we can check in at 14:00 and are met with a welcome drink and canapés.

PLEASE NOTE: Breakfast and evening meals are included in resort, but not on the ferry. Onboard there is a choice of 3 restaurants, a café, a self-service restaurant and an a la carte option.

Tours whilst in resort plus 2 free days to enjoy the resort

A | A full day in the Picos De Europa Mountain Range. First, we make a stop in San Vincente de la Barquera, a picturesque town on the coast with the astonishing backdrop of the Picos de Europa. Then we follow the River Deva Valley up into the mountains and visit the town of Potes, a mediaeval town with traditional buildings, wooden balconies and surrounded by mountains.

B | To the traditional fishing village of Castro Urdiales with its pretty harbour and attractive centre, before we visit Santona. We take a boat trip around the pretty bays with beautiful views of the region.

C | We spend the day in Bilbao which has the internationally renowned Guggenheim Museum. There is also a historic quarter with seven pedestrianised streets running perpendicular to the river.

+ TWO FREE DAYS to enjoy the resort at your leisure.

Wednesday We make our way to Santander and board our ferry at 1400 for the return journey. Again, an inside cabin is provided. Thursday We arrive into Portsmouth approximately for 20:00 and make the journey home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

Hotel Olimpo, Isla

4-star hotel with great facilities.

AC | MINI BAR | GYM hotelolimpio.es

• Tours as indicated (Inc. boat trip)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal and a cabin on the ferry

The Jurassic Coast & Devon Coast, Sidmouth

5 Days Tue 2nd December 2025 £519

+£128 per room Sea View Upgrade

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS!

Tuesday We travel to Devon and make an extended lunchtime stop of three hours in Exeter, one of the most vibrant, attractive, and historically interesting cities in England.

Tours whilst at Resort:

A | Along the Jurassic Coast and a choice for you between West Bay and Bridport. West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there and it is market day in Bridport. On our return we call at Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features.

B | Taking in views of Torbay and the Exe Estuary with its fine views, we visit Dawlish and Teignmouth, two contrasting seaside resorts. We return to our hotel by following the coastal route via Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton.

C | A FREE DAY to explore Sidmouth. In the afternoon there is an optional trip to the nearby Donkey Sanctuary if you wish (free admission but a donation is appreciated).

Saturday We return home with a lunch time stop in Wells, a compact ‘city’ with cobbled streets, medieval architecture, and a market square.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

The Kingswood Hotel

A 3-star elegant relaxing retreat at the centre of Sidmouth’s delightful historic esplanade and backed by 70 years of renowned family service and hospitality. BAR | LIFT kingswoodsidmouth.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days Sun 23rd November 2025 £629

+£160 per room Sea View Upgrade

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

5 Days from

5 Days from Tour Highlights: Poole Harbour Cruise with Mince Pies and Mulled Wine! Staying at 4-star Hermitage Hotel

Renowned for its golden beaches and beautiful parks and gardens, Bournemouth blends the contemporary with the traditional to ensure you are truly spoilt for choice. On our free afternoon in Bournemouth, you can wander through the enchanting lights of the Christmas Tree Wonderland. We stay at the 4-star Heritage Hotel which is located just metres from the beach and has an AA Rosette awarded restaurant. The hotel has a night of live entertainment and a night of quiz/ bingo.

Sunday A lovely drive south and we stop in Christchurch for our lunchtime stop. On arrival at the hotel, we are met with a hot drink and biscuits.

Tours at Resort

A | We enjoy a circular tour of the New Forest with stops in Lyndhurst and Lymington. Lymington has a long high street full of independent shops and a cobbled road leads to the Old Town Quay. We view the fauna and flora of the New Forest all day long and on our return we travel via Milford-on-Sea with great views of the Needles from Paddy’s Gap where we make a short stop.

B | To Poole Quay for our 70-minute cruise of the harbour where we enjoy picturesque islands, iconic landmarks and indulge in mince pies and mulled wine. We have a drive around Sandbanks, where we see some of the most exclusive houses in the country, before returning to the hotel.

C | We make a short stop at the perfectly rounded bay of Lulworth Cove set in picturesque scenery, before spending time in the Victorian resort of Weymouth. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views from our short stop at the lighthouse. Thursday We return with a lunchtime stop in Salisbury.

Hermitage Hotel

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (Inc. cruise)

Elegant 4-star hotel nestled beside the scenic Bournemouth Gardens just steps from the beach. LIFT | BAR | WIFI hermitage-hotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Carols at the Royal Albert Hall Plus, Christmas in London

Join us in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall for the finest sing-along carol concert of the season. The presenters, orchestras and choirs have not yet been announced but are always of great standing. We also have plenty of time to explore London at this special time of year!

Saturday To London and the choice between being dropped close to Kensington (for the museums) or Park Lane (closer to the shops). The coach will pick up from Park Lane at 13:30 and then Kensington at 13:45 to be at the Royal Albert Hall before 14:00. The show is at 15:00 and we will check into our nearby hotel afterwards. Please remember that dinner is not included but the hotel has a restaurant and there are many options nearby.

Sunday At 10:30 the coach will depart for Covent Garden, or if you would prefer, stay close to the hotel. The coach will depart Covent Garden at 17:00 and the hotel at 17:30 for home.

PLEASE NOTE: For this tour we require a higher deposit of £70 per person. Dinner is not included but the hotel has a restaurant or there are numerous other options nearby.

Thames Christmas Party Cruise, London

Copthorne Tara London Kensington

4-star hotel in a great location with city views. FREEVIEW TV LIFT| BAR | WIFI | FRIDGE milleniumhotels.com Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated Inc. concert ticket (Rausing Circle)

• Central Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast

2 Days Sun 14th December 2025 £299

+£72 Single Supplement

2 Days From

What better way to enjoy Christmas in London than on a party cruise! No crowds, great views, and a 3-course Christmas dinner whilst the sights of London glide past the panoramic windows. Even better, we can join the cruise from our hotel’s private pier! We also have plenty of time to explore London at this special time of year.

Sunday To London and we arrive at Covent Graden where we make a 2.5 hour stop with plenty of food and shopping options. Then onto our hotel in time to check in and get ready for our evening cruise. Our cruise departs from our hotel’s pier at 18:00 and we marvel at London’s sights from our festively decorated vessel. After the 3-course dinner there is a live DJ, and we return to our hotel at 22:00.

Monday We have a leisurely start to the day before our coach departs the hotel at 10:30 and heads for central London. Choose between being dropped at either Kensington (close to the museums) or Park Lane (close to the shops and Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park (entry not included). We depart for home at 17:30.

Doubletree Hilton Docklands Riverside

4-star hotel set on the Thames in a 17th century building that once housed London’s last dry ship building dock.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

LIFT| BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV hilton.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. cruise with 3-course dinner)

• Central Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Festive Tours from this page onwards!

Please note: All Xmas Xtras are subject to possibly change, depending on the hotel.

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

3 Days in Hunstanton OR 5 days in Great Yarmouth!

3 Days

Wed 19th November 2025 £419

+£70 Single Supplement

Sun 30th November 2025 £419

+£70 Single Supplement

Mon 15th December 2025 £399

+£70 Single Supplement

Fri 19th December 2025 £399

+£70 Single Supplement

With a cast of 130 this is the biggest Christmas show of its kind in Europe! Thursford’s Christmas Spectacular is an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast-moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites. We stay nearby at the wonderful 3-star Caley Hall Hotel in Hunstanton, which is just a 10-minute walk from the beach. The hotel restaurant has been awarded an AA rosette and is always a huge hit, as well as the show.

3 Day Itinerary:

Day 1 Our lunch time stop is Ely, rising above the Cambridgeshire Fenns. It is a small city with something for everyone such as its scenic river, cathedral, and independent shops around the centre of this quintessentially English jewel. Then onto our hotel near Hunstanton.

Day 2 We have a scenic drive along the North Norfolk coast and an early lunchtime stop in Sheringham, a traditional seaside town on the North Norfolk coast. From here we make our way to Thursford for the highlight of the holiday, the 14:00 performance of the Thursford Christmas Spectacular. We return in time for dinner at our hotel.

Day 3 We don’t depart Hunstanton until 11:30 so you have time to visit the seafront if you wish. We return home with a lunchtime stop in the bustling market town of Stamford. It has a unique blend of history, niche shopping and stunning Georgian architecture throughout its quaint streets.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

3 Day Tours: Caley Hall Hotel

3-star hotel with a great restaurant.

BAR | GROUND FLOOR ROOMS calleyhallhotel.co.uk

5 Day Tour: Palm Court Hotel

3-star hotel located on the seafront with extensive facilities, sumptuous dining and a sun deck. BAR | LIFT (not to all rooms) POOL | STEAM ROOM palmcourt.co.uk

• Thursford ticket (Central Raised)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Includes Central Raised Tickets for all our Thursford Shows!

5 Days

Mon 24th November 2025 £589

+£48pp Seaview Upgrade

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

5 Day Itinerary:

Monday We head towards East Anglia and make a stop in Bury St Edmunds, a jewel in the crown of Suffolk with a 11th century Abbey at its heart.

Tours at Resort

Yuletide York

A | A visit to the towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh on the Suffolk coast. Southwold is quintessentially British and Aldeburgh is home to a pebble beach with fisherman’s huts, selling their catch, and a promenade lined with pastel-coloured villas.

B | We spend time in Norwich which is a wonderful fusion of the modern and historic. Its centre is easy to walk around, has a river at its heart and is the most complete medieval city in the UK with stunning Norman Cathedral and Castle. It also has superb independent as well as High Street shopping and a quaint covered market.

C | A scenic Wolds drive on the way to a lunchtime stop in Sheringham, a lovely resort with diverse shops and places to eat. Then to Thursford for the highlight of the holiday, the 1400 performance of the Thursford Christmas Spectacular. We return in time for dinner at our hotel.

Friday We return home with a stop in St Albans, a cathedral city with history dating back to Roman times.

Xmas Xtras - For 5 Day Tour Only (Subject to change)

• Tea/Coffee and mince pie on arrival

• Entertainment

• Complimentary tea and biscuits on 1 day

• Grand ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Vocalist

• Visit from Santa with a gift

• Bingo

4 Days Fri 12th December 2025 £419

+£72 Single Supplement

4 Days From

Tour Highlights: St Nicholas Fair Christmas Market, Christmas at Castle Howard and North Yorkshire Moors!

Being based in central York allows us to experience this famous city when the St Nicholas Fair will be in full swing. Castle Howard will be dressed for Christmas, and we also see some great scenery.

Friday We travel north and arrive at Castle Howard, for a afternoon visit to the house and grounds. Always a delight but even more so at Christmas! Then on to our hotel.

Saturday We visit the food capital of Yorkshire, Malton. It has great independent shops and on Saturdays has a market. Then we enjoy a drive over the Moors to Whitby, a maritime city steeped in history with a narrow streets full of shops. There is then a scenic drive via Scarborough to complete a great day.

Sunday All day to enjoy the city of York, which at this time of year hosts the St Nicholas Fair, which brings magical stalls and merriment to the city. There are over 100 traditional style chalets selling inspired gifts and stocking fillers. Plus, all the normal shops and attractions this city has to offer.

Monday We return with a stop in the Peak District town of Bakewell.

Ideally situated on the banks of the river Wye with mellow stone buildings and a medieval five-arched stone bridge.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Queens Hotel

Situated on the banks of the River Ouse in the heart of the city. LIFT| BAR | WIFI | SATALLITE TV queenshotel-york.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Castle Howard)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Rhine Christmas Markets Boppard, Koblenz and Rüdesheim

5 Days

Thu 11th December 2025 £729

+£97 Single Supplement

At this festive time of year Germany hosts some of the most beautiful Christmas markets, all on the famous River Rhine, with lights, candles, and the smell of gingerbread and mulled wine. We stay in Boppard which has a prime location on the river and has a Christmas Market. We visit the famous city of Koblenz, famous as the meeting place of the Moselle and Rhine rivers, that has one of the most popular markets set up across seven squares. Finally, we visit Rüdesheim that hosts the Christmas Market of Nations, presenting products, specialities and customs from many different countries.

Thursday To France by ferry and on through Belgium to our hotel in Boppard. We are met at the hotel with a welcome drink.

Friday We make the short journey along the Rhine to Koblenz where we have all day to enjoy the markets and everything else this town has to offer. The market features over 130 stalls and the ton itself is renowned as a city full of experiences. (Make sure to visit Deutsches Eck where there is a stunning statue at the point where the Moselle and Rhine rivers meet!)

Saturday We stay in Boppard and enjoy all it has to offer from our central hotel. The market is held in the historic market square framed by beautiful old half-timbered houses, under the eyes of the famous St Severus church. You can also enjoy a walk along the Rhine Promenade.

5 Days from Bellevue Rheinhotel, Boppard

Sunday We travel along the Rhine in the other direction to visit Rudesheim. It is a charming town where picturesque vineyards and the romantic river landscapes meet. The Christmas Market of Nations includes stalls from over 20 countries and three continents.

Monday We return home making suitable stops.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

4-star hotel with a premier location right in the centre overlooking the river.

BAR | FREEVIEW TV SWIMMING POOL bellevue-boppard.de

• Channel crossings • Tours as indicated • Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed & breakfast

Cornish Riviera, Falmouth Turkey & Tinsel

5

Days Mon 15th December 2025 £399

Monday To Cornwall with a lunch time stop in Exeter.

Tuesday Enjoy views of Mount’s Bay, overlooked by the beautiful St Michael’s Mount, before arriving at Land’s End where we make a short stop in this dramatic location. Then the coastal route to St Ives. St Ives is described as the jewel in Cornwall’s crown and has a picturesque fishing harbour.

Wednesday We travel to the north coast of Cornwall and after enjoying the scenic coastal drive from Newquay, we make a stop in Padstow. Padstow has a lovely setting by the Camel Estuary where narrow streets lead to the harbour.

Thursday To Truro, Cornwall’s Cathedral city, with Georgian houses and interesting streets. On our return we make a short stop in Porthleven, an unspoilt fishing harbour steeped in history.

Friday A final stop in Cornwall in the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Mulled cider and mince pie on arrival

• Entertainment every night (Inc. Illusionist, Brass Band & Choir)

• Visit and gift from Santa

• Traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Christmas cake

• New Year’s Eve dancing & glass of bubbly at ‘midnight’

• Visit from Santa with a gift

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras as stated

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS!

Experience all that Cornwall has to offer whilst based in this lovely hotel in the quaint Cornish Coastal village of St Agnes. Lots of the scenic local area is used in the TV drama Poldark.

Membly Hall Hotel 3-star hotel situated on the sea front with panoramic views.

LIFT | BAR | SAUNA | SPA SATELLITE TV memblyhallhotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Thursday We follow the Atlantic Highway through Devon to Cornwall with a lunchtime stop in the Devon town of Bideford.

Friday We make a morning stop in Porthleven with its picturesque high walled harbour with colourful boats. Then we enjoy views of Mount’s Bay, overlooked by the beautiful St Michael’s Mount, before arriving at Land’s End where we make a short stop in this dramatic location. Then the coastal route to St Ives. St Ives is described as the jewel in Cornwall’s crown and has a picturesque fishing harbour.

Saturday We pass through Perranporth and travel along the north coast of Cornwall and after enjoying the scenic coastal drive we make a stop in Padstow. Padstow has a lovely setting by the Camel Estuary where narrow streets lead to the harbour. Free time to enjoy St Agnes on our return.

Sunday To the south coast of Cornwall and we visit Falmouth, in its beautiful position on the estuary, which is the deepest in Western Europe. Later, we visit Truro, the county town of Cornwall.

Monday We return by a different route and remain in Cornwall with a lunchtime stop in the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Sherry reception

• Visit and gift from Santa

• Mince pies on the bar on last night

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras as stated

Rosemundy House Hotel

3-star property set in four acres of woodland and gardens. In the evenings relax in the bar or cosy snug lounge.

BAR | GROUND FLOOR ROOMS rosemundy.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

The Best of Cornwall, Looe Turkey & Tinsel

5 Days Sat 13th December 2025

North Devon & Exmoor Ilfracombe Turkey & Tinsel

£429

+£40pp River View | +£80pp Balcony River View

Tour Highlights: Visits to Padstow, Mevagissey, Falmouth, Truro, Fowey, & Par Market!

Explore Cornwall’s harbour towns and villages from the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft. We take different routes on the first and last days of this tour, to create an even more special holiday.

Saturday To the north coast of Cornwall and we take the scenic road from Watergate Bay to Padstow where we make a lunchtime stop. Then on to Looe.

Sunday To Falmouth which has a beautiful position, and with its mild climate, subtropical plants bloom here. The magnificent natural harbour and interesting town add to the charm of this excellent resort. Later, we visit Truro, Cornwall’s Cathedral city, with Georgian houses and interesting streets.

Monday A relaxing day to explore Looe.

Tuesday We visit Fowey, one of the most unique and beautiful destinations in England with lovely views and interesting shopping. Later we call at Mevagissey, a beautiful harbour village much loved by artists.

Wednesday We return via a lunchtime stop in historic Exeter.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Cream tea on arrival

• Happy Hour - 20% off all drinks

• Christmas dinner and Bucks fizz reception on ‘Christmas’ Day

• Entertainment on at least two nights

• Afternoon bingo and quiz

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Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Portbyhan Hotel

3-star hotel situated in an unrivalled position, right at the heart of Looe. LIFT | BAR portbyhan.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days from

4 Days Fri 21st November 2025 £359

Ilfracombe is a picturesque costal town on the North Devon Coast which was traditionally a fishing village but grew in the Victorian period as pleasure seekers arrived. It is bordered by an area of outstanding natural beauty, that is renowned for its unique character and spectacular scenery.

Friday We travel to Devon with a lunchtime stop in Wells, which has an historic centre, magnificent cathedral, and a unique, moated Bishop’s Palace.

Saturday Over Exmoor and via Simonsbath and Wheddon Cross to Dunster, a picturesque village where we make a short stop. We then continue to a lunchtime stop in Lynmouth. Here there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton.

Sunday We have a short-day trip out to the historic harbour town of Bideford, which is packed with independent shops, local produce, and a picturesque quay. There will be the option of being dropped at the Affinity Shopping Centre nearby. We return for free time to explore Ilfracombe in the afternoon.

Monday We return with a drive through the Valley of Rocks with its majestic skyline before making a stop in Minehead.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Cream tea on arrival

• 1 night’s entertainment

• Wine with 3-course dinner on first night

• 4-course traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner & glass of fizz

• Hot drink and cake on three afternoons

• Christmas present

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

The Ilfracombe Carlton

All rooms have been upgraded to a 4-star standard in this period property.

LIFT | BAR | FREEVIEW TV ilfracombecarlton.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

The English Riviera, Torquay or Paignton 4 & 5 Days - Turkey & Tinsels

4 Days (Inc. all tours)

Fri 28th Nov 2025 (Babbacombe) £379

+£30 per room Sea View | +£60 Sea View & Balcony +£15 Single Supplement Fri 12th Dec 2025 (Belgrave Sands) £399

Days from 5 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day at resort) Mon 10th Nov 2025 (Palace) £479 Mon 1st

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, the towns of Torquay and Paignton offer fantastic all year-round holidays for everyone. All with fine views over Torbay with its vivid blue sea and sky. As well as the beautiful coastline, our tours will show us much of Devon’s enchanting countryside.

First Day To Devon and a lunchtime stop in Exeter, full of character and ancient history.

Tours at Resort

A | A scenic drive over wild Dartmoor and make a short stop in Princetown, 1,400 feet above sea level with captivating views. Then to the thriving and beautiful market town of Tavistock, the only town in Devon to hold world heritage status. It has a vibrancy and uniqueness with a range of beautiful, local, independent shops.

Last Day We return home with a stop in Wells.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras as stated for each tour date

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Xmas Xtras

Belgrave Sands Hotel:

• 2 nights live entertainment

• Pianist

• Cream tea

• Festive quiz

• Visit from Santa

Palace & Queens Hotels:

• Hot drink on arrival

• Entertainment every evening

• Christmas dinner

• Visit from Santa with present

• Hot drink and biscuits

• Glass of Fizz on ‘New Year’s Eve’

Babbacombe Hotel:

• Hot drink & mince pies on arrival

• 3 nights live entertainment

• Bingo Christmas dinner & sherry

• ‘New Year’s Eve’ Party with glass of bubbly P.N subject to possibly change.

Belgrave Sands Hotel, Torquay

4-star hotel is situated a stone’s throw from Torquay’s seafront and offers a combination of elegant and comfortable accommodation.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | SAUNA STEAM ROOM | GYM belgravesands.com

Palace Hotel, Paignton

3-star period hotel has fantastic unspoilt views across Torbay.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | SPA | SAUNA GYM palacepaignton.com

Queens Hotel, Paignton

3-star hotel situated near to the front and shops.

LIFT | BAR | POOL queenspaignton.com

The Babbacombe Hotel, Torquay

A seafront hotel with beautiful views of the Babbacombe Downs and Lyme Bay.

LIFT | BAR babbacombehotel.co.uk

Devon & Exmoor Minehead Turkey & Tinsel

5 Days from

Jurassic Coast & The New Forest, Weymouth Turkey & Tinsel

5 Days Mon 3rd November 2025 £459

5 Days from

Minehead is known as ‘The Gateway to Exmoor’ and we explore Exmoor and well as the coast and a famous city on this tour. Exmoor is a natural Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that is renowned for its unique character and spectacular scenery.

Monday We travel to Devon with a lunch time stop in Wells, which has an historic centre, magnificent cathedral, and a unique, moated Bishop’s Palace.

Tuesday Over Exmoor, via Wheddon Cross and Simonsbath, to the historic harbour town of Bideford which is packed with independent shops, local produce, and a picturesque quay or there will be the option of being dropped at the Affinity Shopping Centre nearby if you would prefer. We return with a quick stop in Woolacombe with its famous beach.

Wednesday Along the Coast and we make a stop in Ilfracombe, a picturesque costal town on the North Devon Coast which was traditionally a fishing village but grew in the Victorian period as pleasure seekers arrived. Then on to Lynmouth, where there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton. We return with a drive through the Valley of Rocks with its majestic skyline.

Thursday Another drive over Exmoor as we visit the famous city of Exeter, a small city that packs a big punch. Great shopping and history dating back to Roman times.

Friday A choice on our return between Glastonbury or Street Outlet Shopping Village.

Xmas Xtras

• To be confirmed.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Looking for a holiday by the sea with beautiful scenery then look no further, Weymouth is the perfect holiday destination! With beautiful golden sands sprinkled with deckchairs, safe shallow waters, and a pretty harbour side, you certainly won’t be disappointed. All our coastal visits during the week form part of the famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for outstanding rocks, fossils and landforms. Great entertainment all week on this holiday!

Monday Heading for Weymouth we call at Poole Quay for a lunch time stop.

Tours in resort

A | A choice to begin the day between West Bay and Bridport (Market Day Wednesday). West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. Bridport is a thriving, quirky and cultural market town with a fantastic antiques quarter. Then to Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features. We conclude the day with scenic drive following Chesil Beach, one of the most iconic sights on the Jurassic Coast, and we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views.

Friday We head for home, travelling through the New Forest with a stop in Lyndhurst.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Bubbly and mince pie at ‘New Year’

• Entertainment every night

• Wine & ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Visit from Santa with gift

• Hogmanay dinner & wine

• Glass of Christmas punch

• Bingo

• Wine reception

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Crown Hotel

The charm and character of the Crown Hotel lies in the warm and friendly atmosphere which always prevails. The hotel is in an extremely favourable position at the top of the High St next to the town bridge which overlooks the harbour.

LIFT | BAR kingshotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

A Taste of Christmas Sandown, Isle of Wight

5 Days

Mon 17th November 2025

£479

+£80 upgrade single room to partial sea view

+£160 upgrade single room to full sea view

5 Days Mon 1st December 2025

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

Tour Highlights: The Needles & Osborne House

The fabulous Trouville Hotel is centrally located on Sandown seafront with panoramic views, and it always receives fantastic feedback. All twin and double rooms come with a sea view and single travelers have the option to upgrade. The Isle of Wight has stunning coastlines, gorgeous countryside, vibrant towns, and award-winning attractions all on one beautiful, picturesque island. Sandown shelters in a beautiful bay and is famed for its golden sandy beach and the traditional British seafront and pier.

Monday We cross by ferry to the Isle of Wight and on to our hotel in Sandown.

Tours at Resort

A | We view the magnificent coastal scenery along the south of the island as we travel to Alum Bay overlooking the Needles. Later we call in at West Cowes, beautifully set on the estuary with its busy harbour and narrow streets.

B | In the morning we visit Shanklin, a traditional seaside town that regularly tops the charts for the number of sunshine hours and has a great beach, shops and cafes. It also has an old town that is worth exploring. We spend the afternoon in Ryde, it is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums, and galleries.

C | A half-day out to Newport, the island’s attractive capital at the head of the estuary. We also make a stop at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (free entry but donations welcome) where you can meet all the donkeys and ponies.

Friday A final drive across the island before catching our ferry back to the mainland.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Mince Pie and drink on arrival

• Cake, biscuit and stollen with drink every afternoon

• Wine Reception

• ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Quiz

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Ferry crossings

• Xmas Xtras

Our hotel is an elegant 3-star set in mature grounds a few minutes’ walk from the ‘old village’ area of Shanklin. It is uniquely located on an elevated position with costal vistas and views of the Luccombe Downs. In the run up to Christmas it is decorated with garlands, cinnamon, and bunches of holly. A highlight of the holiday is a visit to Osborne House, former home of Queen Victoria.

Monday To Portsmouth and the choice between free time at Gunwharf Quay or Southsea, before we make the crossing to the Isle of Wight. Then on to our hotel.

Tours at Resort

A | We view the magnificent coastal scenery along the south of the island as we travel to Alum Bay overlooking the Needles. We also make stops in the harbour town of Yarmouth and Godshill, a very picturesque village with its cluster of thatched cottages.

B | A FREE DAY to explore Shanklin or join the coach for an afternoon visit to nearby Ryde. Ryde is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums, and galleries.

C | We visit Osborne House and later make a short stop in West Cowes, a pretty little town with plenty of shopping and yachts galore!

Friday We return home via the ferry to Portsmouth and make a lunchtime stop in Winchester.

Victorian Christmas Package:

• Tea and mince pies on arrival

• Tea and cakes on our return from Osborne House

• Isle of Wight beer and wine reception

• Mulled wine reception

• Quiz with prizes

• Drinks reception

• 3-course festive dinner

• Surprise guest

Trouville Hotel, Sandown

A proud reputation for delivering high standards in food, service, and hospitality. LIFT | BAR | WIFI | SPORT ROOM trouvillehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Ferry crossings

• Victorian Xmas Package

Bourne Hall Hotel, Shanklin

An elegant 3-star family country house hotel. BAR| FREEVIEW TV GROUND FLOOR ROOMS (LIMITED) | JACUZZI | SAUNA bournehallhotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Eastbourne, The Sussex Coast & South Downs Turkey & Tinsel

Eastbourne is famous for its lush rolling landscapes, stunning beaches and iconic chalk sea cliffs and we have varied days out as well to show you the best of the surrounding countryside and towns.

Monday We make a lunch time stop in Arundel which combines thousands of years of history with independent shops and cafes. Tours at Resort

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Quiz

• Bingo

• Hot drink & biscuits

• Christmas cake & mince pies

• 3 nights live entertainment

• Traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Visit from Santa with a gift

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Friday We return with a scenic drive through the South Downs National Park from Petworth to Winchester with a lunch time stop in Midhurst, it is an attractive town with independent shops and food options.

Best Western York House Hotel

Elegant 3-star hotel just 20 years from the seafront and a pleasant stroll to town. LIFT | BAR | WIFI INDOOR POOL yorkhousehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days Fri 7th November 2025 £589

+£20pp Bungalow Plus Upgrade

4 Days from Standard Bungalow

Set on the Norfolk Coast, Potters is the perfect location for rest and relaxation with a variety of activities, top notch entertainment and delicious food and drink. In the evening the Garden Bar is a great place to unwind and be entertained and the Atlas Theatre has spectacular shows every night. Breakfast, 3-course lunch, 3-course dinner and a late-night snackand select drinks are included throughout at no extra cost. We spend plenty of time in resort but also have a short trip out on both days whilst in resort, for those who want to.

Friday Towards Norfolk with a lunchtime stop in Bury St Edmunds, a jewel in Suffolk’s crown with over 1,000 years of history. It is also a foodie capital!

Tours at Resort

A | We enjoy a coach tour of the Norfolk Broads with a short stop in Wroxham.

B | A visit to the town of Southwold on the Suffolk coast. Southwold is quintessentially British combining natural beauty and quaint charm.

Monday We spend time in Norwich which is a wonderful fusion of the modern and historic. Its centre is easy to walk around, has a river at its heart and is the most complete medieval city in the UK with stunning Norman cathedral and castle. It also has superb independent as well as high street shopping and a quaint covered market. We depart at 1400 for home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

PLEASE NOTE: This tour is not a festive break and entertainment etc. will not be Christmas themed.

Potters: Hopton-on-Sea Standard Bungalows: Are of a high quality and comes with Freeview TV and Wi-Fi.

Bungalow Plus Upgrades: Offers a more contemporary décor and extra comfort, plus an Iron, Ironing Board, Hairdryer and a fridge. pottersholidays.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, meals and select drinks

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

Skegness, Turkey & Tinsel Lincoln & the Wolds

5 Days

Mon 10th November 2025

Mon 24th November 2025

Warners Alvaston Hall Cheshire

This seaside resort comes with the classic English seaside holiday activities: the donkey rides on the beach, the pier, the crazy golf, but there’s more to this Lincolnshire town. ‘Skeggy’, as it’s affectionately known, has rollercoaster rides and a seal sanctuary plus a Blue Flag beach. We enjoy a day out in Lincoln, view the Wolds, a nationally important and cherished landscape, and get to see a Lancashire Bomber! The Quorn Hotel receives excellent feedback.

Monday We head to calling at Stamford, an ancient town of mellow stone and full of old world charm. (Middlemarch was filmed here!)

Tours at Resort

A | We visit the nearby Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum where you can experience the largest Bomber Command Museum in the country and there is also a Lancaster Bomber on site. There is also an exhibition based on all the parts of a WWII Bomber Command Airfield. We return to Skegness for free time in the afternoon.

B | We make a morning stop at Woodthorpe Garden Centre, (one of the first garden centres in the UK!) and has a fantastic range of plants plus gifts and homewear and of course a café! Then Into the Wolds and we make a stop in Louth, (on Wednesdays it is market day.) Louth is known as the capital of the Wolds and is an attractive Georgian town with plenty of character and independent shops and cafes. We return home via the A153 across the Wolds.

C | All-day in Lincoln, a lovely city, overlooked by its cathedral and where cobbled streets are lined by mediaeval houses. On our way we travel via Horncastle and skirt the edge of the Wolds. Friday Homeward bound, we stop at Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese, and with gardens alongside the river.

5 Days from Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Entertainment every night

• Christmas dinner with glass of wine

• A visit from Santa with a gift

• Party poppers & prosecco at midnight (10pm) on ‘New Year’s Eve’

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Xmas Xtras

• Bingo every night

• Christmas quiz

The Quorn Hotel Family owned and managed 4-star guest accommodation situated on the promenade just seconds from the beach.

LIFT (REQUEST) | BAR quornhotel.net

• Tours as indicated (inc. Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

4 Days Fri 14th November 2025 £439

+£30pp Signature Upgrade

Higher upgrade options available on request

4 Days From

We know that a break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life is important to you, and Warners are here to help you make the most of it. The hotels have stunning locations, quality entertainment and sports, swimming and activities designed to help you have fun and indulge. You can choose to do as little or as much as you like and there is entertainment every night.

Friday We head north with a lunch time stop in Shrewsbury. Day Trip 1 Betws-y-Coed, views of Snowdonia and Llandudno. Day Trip 2 Chester.

Sunday We return home with a lunch time stop in Worcester.

Weekend Live Entertainment (Subject to change)

Billy Joel Tribute one night and Trevor Francis, paying homage to the greatest soul singers of all time, & the next.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Warners, Alvaston Hall

A Grade II Victorian country house set in the scenic Cheshire Countryside. Set only 5 minutes away from the Cheshire’s riverside town of Nantwich. warnerleisurehotels.co.uk

• Weekend Live Entertainment Package

• Use of hotel leisure facilities & activities

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Yorkshire Winter Delights Harrogate

5 Days

5 Days from

Mon 8th December 2025 £599

+£100 Single Supplement

4-Star Scarborough Coast & the Yorkshire Moors Turkey & Tinsel

5 Days

5 Days from

Sun 2nd November 2025 £569

+£120 Single Supplement

Visit Scarborough, the famous resort on the stunning Yorkshire Coast! We are also close to some stunning inland scenery and this tour ensures we see the best of both, including a drive through the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The 4-star Crown Spa Hotel is located just metres from cliff overlooking the sandy South Beach and has many of the original architectural features still in their prime.

Sunday We travel north and make a lunchtime stop in Chesterfield, famous for its crooked spire and markets. Tours at Resort

A | To Pickering where we spend a short time before we enjoy a drive across the North Yorkshire Moors all the way to Whitby. Whitby, a maritime city steeped in history with a maze of narrow streets full of shops. There is then a scenic drive back to Scarborough to complete a great day.

B | To the stunning town of Beverley (where on Wednesdays it is market day) that has a towering gothic minster, pretty squares and beautiful Georgian townhouses. We also make a stop in the resort of Bridlington, a seaside favourite that is traditional, renowned, and welcoming. On our return we view the impressive Flamborough Head.

+ A FREE DAY to enjoy the resort at your own leisure.

Thursday We return home with free time in historic Matlock, where there are riverside walks and small, independent shops.

Xmas Xtras

• To be confirmed.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Crown Spa Hotel

4-star hotel is the oldest in Scarborough and of an extremely high standard.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | GYM FREEVIEW TV crownspahotel.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Tour Highlights: Christmas at Harewood House and York Christmas Market!

Our base for this tour is the pleasant spa town of Harrogate, well known for its tea shops, antique shops, and Turkish baths and our hotel lays on a Yorkshire Winter Package (Details below). We also see some stunning Dale scenery, enjoy a festive afternoon tea at Yorkshire’s most vibrant country house, plus we visit York Christmas Market!

Monday We head north and divert into the Peak District for a stop in Bakewell. It is perhaps best known for its unique and delicious Pudding, but Bakewell has much more to offer. Idyllically situated on the banks of the river Wye, the biggest town in the Peak District National Park’s mellow stone buildings, medieval five-arched stone bridge and quaint courtyards are a magnet for painters, photographers, and sightseers alike.

Tours at Resort

A | We visit the charming village of Haworth which is surrounded by brooding Yorkshire Moorland. It was made famous by the Bronte sisters and has a historic cobbled main street and vintage charm. Later, we visit Harewood House, one of the treasure houses of England, for a visit followed by an afternoon tea.

The Festive Afternoon Tea is full of delicious festive flavours such as; turkey, salmon and brie and cranberry feature in our savoury plates and the sweets with festive spices and fruits! It includes high quality ingredients grown at Harewood and you will also be able to take a wonderful winter walk around the gardens and parkland if you wish.

B | All day at the famous York Christmas Market. It is the 30th Anniversary of the St Nicholas Fair and you will find over 100 alpine chalets scattered around the fabulous and already picturesque city centre.

C | A FREE DAY to explore Harrogate from our centrally located hotel before the hotel provides an afternoon tea.

Friday We travel south and make a lunchtime stop in Chesterfield, famous for its crooked spire and markets.

Yorkshire Winter Package

• Hot drink and biscuits on arrival

• Local ale or gin before dinner on one night

• Yorkshire-themed dinner

• Yorkshire quiz

• Yorkshire afternoon tea

• A night at the races

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Yorkshire Winter Package

Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate

4-star hotel in the heart of historic Harrogate set in 200 acres of pristine parkland.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV cedarcourthotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

© Tom Arber

NEW TOUR!

Llandudno Holly & Mistletoe Snowdonia, & Anglesey

5 Days Wed 5th November 2025 £599 +£60pp Executive / Penthouse Room Upgrades 5 Days from NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS!

Wednesday Travelling via Bridgnorth we take a lunchbreak in Llangollen, before continuing via the scenic Horseshoe Pass to Llandudno.

Tours at Resort

B | Scenic tour of the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages. Following a quick stop at Llanfair PG, the longest placename in Britain, we take a circular tour of the island including a photo stop overlooking Bull Bay. We pass through Llanfachraeth, Cemaes Bay & Amlwch on the way to our stop in Beaumaris, a beautifully positioned resort of Victorian character.

C | A half day visit to Conway, a town with a castle above the river & mediaeval walls.

Sunday We return home with a stop in Shrewsbury, which has nearly 800 listed buildings all built on a huge loop in the River Severn.

Holly & Mistletoe Package (Subject to change)

• Hot drink & mince pies on arrival

• Sherry reception & canapes

• Entertainment every night

• Christmas Carols

• Happy Hour every night

17:00-18:00 on select drinks

• ‘Christmas’ dinner with glass of wine

• Visit from Santa with a gift

• Fancy Dress Parade (Optional!)

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Xmas Xtras

• Tours as indicated

• Christmas Carols

• Bingo & Raffle

• Ice Bar Experience

• Afternoon Tea

• ‘New Year’s Eve’ dinner

• ‘New Year’ with Auld Lang Syne

Tynedale Hotel

4-star hotel centrally located on the promenade.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV tynedalehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Includes free use of spa at hotel for 1-hour per day!

We see the great coastal scenery in this area of West Wales. We love the Cliff Hotel & Spa, and they offer all guests an hour’s use of the Spa each day for no additional cost (book on arrival).

Monday Into the Brecon Beacons and we make a lunch time stop in the town of Brecon, a picturesque market town famed for its Georgian architecture.

Tours at Resort

A | Into Pembrokeshire National Park and we follow the scenic coast road through to a stop in St David’s for an early lunch time stop, it is a beautiful and unique city surrounded by some of the finest coastline in Europe. On our return we make a stop in Narbeth, it has a thriving high street with independent shops and cafes.

B | First to Carmarthen, where there is good shopping and Wednesday is market day. Then to Tenby, a historic seaside resort with natural charm, narrow streets, harbour, and beautiful beaches.

C | Following the coast road northwards today, with its picturesque villages that cling to the sides of the hills rising above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay, we make our way to Aberystwyth, nestling between three hills and two beaches. Aberystwyth has much to offer including shopping, promenade, cliff railway and an observatory.

Friday A final scenic drive through the Brecon Beacons and a lunch time stop in Abergavenny.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Mulled wine and mince pies on arrival

• 50% off selected drinks 1800 – 2100

• ‘Christmas’ themed dinner

• ‘New Year’s Eve’ dinner

• 3-nights entertainment, (1 live and 2 in-house)

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Xmas Xtras

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Pembrokeshire Coast, Tenby Turkey & Tinsel

Monday Into the Brecon Beacons and we make a lunch time stop in the town of Brecon, a picturesque market town famed for its Georgian architecture. More Beacon scenery as we continue to Tenby.

Tours at Resort

B | Another circular tour of Pembrokeshire as we take a beautiful morning drive along the coast through Lydstep to St Govan’s Head where we make a stop with great views of a tiny chapel built into the cliff. We continue through Merrion, then pass the impressive, mediaeval fortress of Pembroke Castle on our way to Haverfordwest for a lunch time stop. Haverfordwest is the attractive county town of Pembrokeshire with a great variety of shops. The Wester Cleddau River runs through the centre and has a castle towering above it. In the afternoon we visit Saundersfoot, a fishing village at the foot of a picturesque, wooded valley.

C | A FREE DAY to explore Tenby and later the hotel provides an afternoon of fun (if you wish to join in) and a complementary cream tea.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Entertainment every night

• Sherry and mince pies

• ‘Christmas’ dinner

• Visit from Santa

• Afternoon of fun and complimentary afternoon cream tea

• Happy Hours from 1730–1830 and 2000-2100 every day!

• Festive punch reception

5

Days

5 Days from

Thu 20th November 2025 £625

Single Supplement

Our hotel has a fantastic scenic location just a couple of miles from stunning Loch Lomond and there is a huge amount packed into our visit both at the hotel and sight seeing trips by coach nearby. This hotel (and their entertainment) has received great feedback on our previous visits, and this year we stay for an extra night!

Thursday To Glasgow and we cross the River Clyde across the Erskine Bridge then on to Loch Lomond and our hotel.

Friday Packed lunches are picked up and we spend the day in Edinburgh, which looks, smells and feels fantastic on the run up to Christmas!

Saturday We pick up our packed lunch and head into the Trossachs ‘the highland in miniature’ and we enjoy a scenic drive via the Duke’s Pass, taking in Loch Achray, and onto the Visitor’s Centre on the shores of Loch Katrine. We then pass Loch Venachar on our way to Stirling. Stirling is a wee city with a big history and punches well above its weight with historic attractions, spectacular scenery, and great shopping! (You may wish to visit the castle (not included) which has magnificent views.)

Sunday In the morning a short, circular scenic tour taking in Loch Lomond, Loch Long and Gare Loch with suitable photo stops before returning to the hotel for lunch (soup and sandwiches). In the afternoon, either relax in the hotel all or join the coach for the short journey to Loch Lomond Shores Shopping Centre which has over 100 shops and views across the famous Loch.

Monday We head home with a stop at Gretna Green.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Glass of wine each night with dinner

Holiday Inclusions

Friday Another scenic drive through the Brecon Beacons and a lunchtime stop in Abergavenny. Clarence House Hotel Superbly situated on the esplanade with panoramic views.

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

• Open bar on selected house brands drinks from 1930–2230

• ‘Christmas Day’ dinner

• ‘Hogmanay’ dinner with a piper and highland dancer

• Lunch/packed lunch on the three middle days

• 2 nights live entertainment

• Hot toddy

• Visit from Santa

• Winnock Hotel, Drymen

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

A warm welcome awaits at this 3-star hotel which is a former coaching inn dating back to the 1700s that has been lovingly restored. BAR | FREEVIEW TV GROUND FLOOR ROOMS winnockhotel.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, evening meal + 3 lunches

Devon & Dartmoor for Christmas, Plymouth

5 Days from

5 Days Tue 23rd December 2025 £799 +£116 Single Supplement

Plymouth is perfectly situated for Devon and Cornwall, plus our hotel is just a short walk from the Barbican and the iconic Mayflower Steps. A very popular hotel that we have enjoyed visiting every Christmas for the last five years. Early booking advisable, as it will likely be another sell out!

Tuesday We travel to Plymouth where we are met with tea, coffee and cake on our arrival.

Christmas Eve We visit Brixham on the English Riviera, a quintessential harbour town. We then return to the hotel for lunch and the afternoon is free to relax or explore Plymouth.

Christmas Day Enjoy a morning at leisure or maybe take a stroll along the Hoe to work up an appetite for our Christmas lunch. There will be board games available all day, plus Christmas biscuits with the King’s speech and in the evening, there will be entertainment and a buffet style dinner.

Boxing Day We enjoy a morning visit to Dartmoor passing through Princetown and Tavistock with a short stop in one of them. Then back to the hotel for lunch. (Perhaps hit the Boxing Day sales in Drakes Circus or visit the historic Barbican area of Plymouth in your free afternoon.)

Saturday We return directly home.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• 3 lunches included

• Entertainment every night

• Hot drink, biscuits & cake on arrival

• Christmas biscuits with the King’s Speech

• Board games available all day Christmas Day

• 4-course Christmas lunch with glass of mulled wine & gift

• Quiz with yule log

• Bucks fizz reception

• Gala dinner

• Drinks reception

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Copthorne Plymouth

4-star hotel located in the heart of the city.

LIFT | BAR | FITNESS SUITE

SATELLITE TV millenniumhotels.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, three lunches and evening meal

Christmas in Bournemouth

5 Days from

5 Days Tue 23rd December 2025 £829

Including visits to Christchurch and Poole!

Renowned for its golden beaches and beautiful parks and gardens, Bournemouth blends the contemporary with the traditional to ensure you are truly spoilt for choice. We stay at the 3-star Suncliff Hotel which is located on the seafront with great leisure facilities and just a short walk to the Bournemouth Park gardens. It will also be extensively decorated for Christmas!

Tuesday A lunchtime start and we head direct to Bournemouth.

Christmas Eve We travel the short distance to Christchurch to enjoy this town that has a historic priory church, a historic quay, castle ruins, plus shops and cafes. We return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon enjoy bingo at the hotel or perhaps take the short walk to the seafront or pier.

Christmas Day Festive fun and food all day at the hotel.

Boxing Day We make a morning trip to Poole Quay before returning to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon the coach is available to drop you into central Bournemouth, or you can make the short walk at your own leisure.

Saturday We return directly home following a relaxed breakfast.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Hot drink and mince pie on arrival

• Bubbles and canapes before first dinner

• 4-nights live entertainment

• 3 quizzes

• Bingo

• Kings Speech with cake

• Board Games

• Movie

• Mulled wine

• Hot drink and treats

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Suncliff Hotel

3-star seafront resort hotel with excellent dining and indoor leisure facilities. LIFT | BAR POOL | SPA | SAUNA | GYM suncliff.oceana-collection.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, three lunches and evening meal

Warners For Christmas at Bembridge Coast, Isle of Wight

5 Days

5 Days from

Tue 23rd December 2025 £929

Higher upgrade options available on request

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

We know that a break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life is important to you, and Warners are here to help you make the most of it. The Bembridge Coast is an elegant hotel situated on the most easterly point of the island, with stunning views of the Solent. It has quality entertainment and sports, swimming and activities designed to help you have fun and indulge. You can choose to do as little or as much as you like and there is entertainment is every night!

Tuesday We make our way the Isle of Wight by ferry and on to our hotel.

Christmas Eve We visit the twin resorts of Sandown and Shanklin.

Christmas Day All day at the hotel to enjoy the festivities. Boxing Day In the morning we visit Ryde, maybe take a brisk walk along the seafront or pier!

Saturday We return to the mainland by ferry and return home.

• Welcomed with a mulled wine and a festive roll

• Bucks Fizz Reception

• Traditional Christmas Feast

• Visit from Santa

• Carol singing

• Quizzes

• Festive Entertainment

• Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands entertainment on Boxing Day night

Warners Bembridge Coast

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Days out as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

The Bembridge Coast Hotel is in a beautiful location a stone’s throw from the beach, with picturesque scenery including a Spanish garden within the grounds surrounded by beautiful beaches. warnerleisurehotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Use of hotel leisure facilities & activities

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, Christmas lunch and evening meal Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

4-star Christmas in Lincolnshire

5 Days Tue 23rd December 2025 £699

5 Days from Staying

+£140 Single Supplement

Our Christmas holiday to the idyllic Lincolnshire countryside offers an exploration of the cathedral city of Lincoln as well as a tour of the Wolds. We also make stops in famous towns on the way to and from our resort. Yet, the best part is the amazing 4-star hotel with entertainment and every facility you will need.

Tuesday We call at Stamford, an ancient town of mellow stone and full of old world charm. Middlemarch was filmed here. On arrival we have tea and coffee plus, mince pies.

Christmas Eve We cross the scenic Humber Bridge and visit the historic market town of Beverley with its own unique character. We return to the hotel mid-afternoon enjoy a hot drink and mince pies and relax before dinner.

Christmas Day All day to enjoy the hotel’s facilities along with Christmas lunch, King’s speech with cake and a evening festive buffet.

Boxing Day We start with a drive through the Wolds, which are designated as an ‘area of outstanding natural beauty’, travelling to Louth and then via the A153 to Lincoln where we make a stop. Lincoln is a stunning city, crowned by the Cathedral, one of Europe’s finest examples of Gothic architecture.

Saturday We head to Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese with gardens alongside the river.

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Welcome hot drink and mince pies on arrival

• Traditional Christmas lunceon

• Hot drink and cake with the King’s Speech

• Race night

• Magician

• Fizz before Christmas dinner

• Bingo

• Board games available

• Disco on Boxing Day night

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Forest Pines Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Broughton 4-star hotel sitting in 190 acres of Lincolnshire Woodland.

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, Christmas lunch and evening meal

at the Forest Pines Spa & Golf Resort!

Harrogate, Skipton & the Yorkshire Dales for Christmas

5 Days

5 Days from

Tue 23rd December 2025 £799

+£100 Single Supplement

Our base for this tour is the pleasant spa town of Harrogate, well known for its tea shops, antique shops, and Turkish baths. We also see some stunning Dale scenery and visit a couple of Dale’s towns.

Tuesday We travel north and make a lunchtime stop in Chesterfield, famous for its crooked spire and markets.

Christmas Eve We visit York, a famous city with roman roots and a Viking past. We return in time for an afternoon tea and a quiz at the hotel or explore Harrogate if you would prefer from our central hotel.

Christmas Day A relaxing morning and if you wish, ask for a map for a self-directed walk of the nearby Valley Gardens including a treasure hunt. (On our return we will be rewarded with a hot drink or a Sloe Gin!) There is a 4-course Christmas lunch, cake with the King’s speech, a buffet in the evening and bingo!

Boxing Day A circular tour of the Dales with a short stop in Pateley Bridge and a longer lunch time stop in Skipton. Skipton has a 900-year-old castle as well as an impressive marketplace and a historic cobbled High Street. It is rich in both history and natural beauty.

Saturday We return home with a lunch break in the Peak District town of Bakewell.

This hotel was a great success for visits in 2024!

The hotel will be extensively decorated and the ‘Xmas Xtras’ have been upped for this year!

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Sherry & mince pie on arrival

• Entertainment every night

• Quiz

• Festive afternoon tea

• Sparkling wine drinks reception on Christmas Eve

• Carols with mince pies

• Self-guided walk of Valley Gardens with a sloe gin at the end!

• 4-course Christmas lunch with live background singer

• Cake with the King’s speech

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate

4-star hotel in the heart of historic Harrogate set in 200 acres of pristine parkland.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV cedarcourthotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, Christmas lunch and evening meal

Christmas in the Lake District, Shap

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

5 Days Tue 23rd December 2025 £819

+£120 Single Supplement

5 Days from

A fabulous hotel, entertainment and location make this a wonderful Christmas holiday! On our days out we get to see seven of the Lake District’s lakes and our hotel is situated in a secluded, wooded valley high in the Shap Fells and surrounded by mountain streams.

Tuesday We travel north with a lunch time stop at the Trentham Shopping Village. We are welcomed with a hot drink and mince pies on arrival.

Christmas Eve Into the southern Lake District and we make a stop in Bowness-on-Windermere. We continue around Lake Windermere and complete our circular tour with a drive along the banks of Coniston Water before returning to our hotel.

Christmas Day The day starts with Breakfast followed by morning tea with Shortbread. A Kir Royale is served before Christmas lunch and there is also a live singer. Following the King’s speech there is Christmas cake and in the evening a buffet dinner with another live singer.

Boxing Day We make a circular tour with a short stop in Keswick. We view Ullswater, Thirlmere, Grasmere, Rydal and Derwent Water. Amazing scenery and we return to our hotel for a light buffet Lunch.

Saturday We return home with a lunch time stop in Southport. Lord Street has great shopping and food options, and we are just a short walk from the beach.

• Entertainment every night (inc. Penrith Brass Band, singer and comedian)

• Hot drink and mince pies on two days

• Wine reception

• Quiz

• Hot drink with shortbread

• Kir Royale

• Light buffet on Boxing Day

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas Xtras

Shap Wells Hotel

A great hotel and most rooms have stunning views of the surrounding countryside & fells. All bedrooms have been recently refurbished. FREEVIEW TV | BAR

WIFI | GAMES ROOM | GYM shapwells.com

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, two lunches and evening meal

Christmas, New Year or BOTH in Ilfracombe

5 Days - Christmas Wed 24th December 2025 £639

Xmas Xtras (Subject to change)

• Hot drink and Mince Pie on arrival

• Drinks Reception on first night

• 2 nights entertainment

• Christmas present

• Bubbles before Christmas Dinner

5 Days from

• Afternoon Tea with Christmas Cake on Christmas Day

• Afternoon Tea and biscuits on Boxing Day & 27th

Christmas Itinerary:

Christmas Eve We travel to Devon and travel along the picturesque North Coast with just a short stop in Minehead, so we are at the hotel in plenty of time to get settled before Christmas begins!

Christmas Day All day in our hotel to enjoy the festivities. We are centrally located, so you can enjoy a short walk to the harbour or beech in-between enjoying all that the hotel has to offer.

Boxing Day To Barnstaple on the River Taw, with its famous ‘Butchers Row’. Then a short stop in Appledore, a small but thriving fishing and trading village since the 14th century.

Saturday Over Exmoor and via Simonsbath and Wheddon Cross to Dunster, perhaps its most picturesque village where we make a short stop. We then continue to a lunchtime stop in Lynmouth. Here there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton.

Sunday For those of us departing for home, we follow the beautiful Taw Valley from Ilfracombe to Exeter where we make a stop in this historic city.

(If you are opting for the 11-day combined holiday, our coach and driver will depart on Day 5 and then return on Day 7. The hotel of course, will look after you whilst we are ‘gone’ and the hotel is in a great location for you to explore Ilfracombe. You will have FREE DAYS to explore the area at your own leisure on: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday).

Ilfracombe has a picturesque harbour along with narrow streets and the North Devon coast is renowned for its unique character and spectacular scenery.

This superb hotel is now a firm favourite all year round and we offer you the chance to stay here for Christmas, New Year or perhaps combine both!

New Year Itinerary:

Tuesday We travel to Devon and travel along the picturesque North Coast with a stop in Minehead.

New Year’s Eve We visit the historic harbour town of Bideford which is packed with independent shops, local produce, and a picturesque quay. We then make a stop in Woolacombe where magnificent scenery meets the swell of the Atlantic waves on its famous beach. It is also a lively place with lots of shops and cafes etc. if you would prefer you can be returned to Ilfracombe for free time there.

New Year’s Day A relaxing FREE DAY in Ilfracombe.

Friday Over Exmoor and via Simonsbath and Wheddon Cross to Dunster, perhaps its most picturesque village where we make a short stop. We then continue to a lunchtime stop in Lynmouth. Here there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton.

Saturday We follow the beautiful Taw Valley from Ilfracombe to Exeter, where we make a stop, before returning home.

New Year Xtras (Subject to change)

• Hot drink and Mince Pie on arrival

• Wine with dinner on first night

• Bubbles before Gala dinner on New Year’s Eve followed by dancing to the resident DJ

• Hot sandwiches after midnight on New Year’s Eve

• Afternoon tea on New Year’s Eve and Day

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Xmas / New Year Xtras

The Ilfracombe Carlton Superb hotel in the heart of Ilfracombe with a Victorian exterior and a 21st century interior. LIFT | BAR | GYM ilfracombecarlton.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, evening meal and extras as stated for each tour.

New Year in the Cornish Riviera, Falmouth

Falmouth has a beautiful position, and our hotel is well located on the seafront, with far reaching views. Having such a mild climate, sub-tropical plants bloom here. The magnificent natural harbour and interesting town add to the charm of this excellent resort.

Tuesday To Cornwall and we make a late lunchtime stop in the quintessential Cornish Harbour village of Mevagissey. Its narrow streets and colourful, terraced houses lead down to its harbour which provides a safe haven for many fishing boats.

New Year’s Eve We make a short stop in Porthleven, an unspoilt fishing harbour steeped in history. Then on to Truro, a great, little city filled with friendly pubs, restaurants, shops, and an iconic cathedral.

New Year’s Day A relaxing day to enjoy Falmouth. For those that would like a lift into the town centre the coach will do a run to town at 1200, returning at 1500.

Friday We remain in Cornwall for a final lunchtime stop in the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft.

New Year Xtras (Subject to change)

• Entertainment every night

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Isle of Wight for New Year Sandown

4 Days

4 Days from

Tue 30th December 2025 £589

+£60 Single Side Sea View Upgrade

+£120 Single Full Sea View Upgrade

Stunning coastlines, gorgeous countryside, vibrant towns, and award-winning attractions all on one beautiful, picturesque island. Sandown shelters in a beautiful bay and is famed for its golden sandy beach and the traditional British seafront and pier. Our hotel is the fabulous Trouville which is centrally located on the seafront with panoramic views. All twin and double rooms come with a sea view. Single travelers have the option to upgrade to a side sea view for £20 per night or have a full sea view for £40 per night.

Tuesday We cross by ferry to the Isle of Wight and on to our hotel in Sandown.

New Year’s Eve To Ryde which is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums and galleries. Back to the hotel in time for a cup of the tea and the ‘Bumper Quiz of the Year’ before the evening gala dinner and entertainment.

Year

• Bucks fizz reception

• Quiz

• Bubbly at midnight

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• New Year Xtras

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

New Year’s Day Following our leisurely bucks fizz brunch we have a relaxing day in resort.

Friday A final drive across the island before catching our ferry back to the mainland.

New Year Xtras (Subject to change)

• Live entertainment every night

• Hot drink with a slice of cake

• Bumper quiz of the year

• Gala dinner

• Champagne toast at midnight followed by a light buffet

• Bucks fizz brunch

Trouville Hotel, Sandown

A proud reputation for delivering high standards in food, service and hospitality.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | SPORT ROOM trouvillehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

New

dinner followed by the famous grand sweet buffet!

The English Riviera for New Year Staying at Torquay’s Premier Seafront Hotel!

5 Days Mon 29th December 2025

5 Days from

£829

+£60 Single Supplement | +£100 per room Sea View Upgrade

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon’s most beautiful bay. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, Torquay offers fantastic all year-round holidays for everyone. Our hotel is on the water’s edge with stunning views over Torbay. As well as the beautiful coastline, our tours will show us much of Devon’s enchanting countryside.

Monday To Devon and a lunchtime stop in Exeter, full of character and ancient history.

Tuesday We visit Dartmouth in its beautiful setting between steep hills and the picturesque harbour. Then a highlight of the holiday as we follow the picturesque coast road with great views of Blackpool Sands, known as Nature’s golden beach with clear blue water surrounded by magnificent evergreens and pines. We also pass Slapton Sands, with its WWII tank, and Kingsbridge on a truly memorable drive.

New Years Eve A scenic drive over wild Dartmoor and make a short stop in Princetown, located 1,400 feet above sea level with captivating views. Then to the thriving and beautiful market town of Tavistock, (the only town in Devon to hold worldheritage status!) It has a vibrancy and uniqueness with a range of beautiful, local, independent shops.

New Years Day A relaxing day to enjoy Torquay. For those that would like a lift into the town centre the coach will do a run to town at 1200, returning at 1500.

Last Day We return home with a stop in Wells.

New Year Xtras (Subject to change)

• Afternoon tea on second day and on New Year’s Day

• Drinks and canapé reception on first night

• Gala dinner on New Year’s Eve plus Torchlit Procession and ‘Ode to Haggis’

• Breakfast with bucks fizz on New Years Day

• Entertainment on three nights

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• New Year Xtras

Livermead Cliff Hotel

The hotel has a prime location with direct and private access to the beach and a level walk to Torquay and its marina. We eat in the Oceanic Restaurant sampling local seasonal cuisine.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | FREEVIEW TV livermeadcliff.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Scenic Coastal Cornwall St Agnes

5 Days (Inc. tours A, B & C)

Tue 24th February 2026 £459

Winter Warmer Package: sherry reception, cream tea, and glass of wine.

Tue 5th May 2026 £549

6 Days (Inc. all tours) Fri 26th June 2026 £699

Tue 13th October 2026 £669

7 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day in resort) Wed 29th July 2026 £839

Experience all that Cornwall has to offer whilst based in this lovely hotel in the quaint Cornish Coastal village of St Agnes. Lots of the scenic local area is used in the TV drama Poldark. Our February holiday has a Winter Warmer package so Sherry Reception, Afternoon Cream Tea and a glass of wine with dinner on our final evening.

First Day To Cornwall with a late lunchtime stop in the historic fishing port of Looe, where two rivers create a tidal harbour. The bustling harbour is the hub of the town and home to fishing vessels as well as pleasure craft.

Tours at Resort

B | We visit Truro, a great, little city filled with friendly pubs, restaurants, shops, and an iconic cathedral. Then to Mevagissey which has narrow streets that lead down to the old centre with distinctive, picturesque twin harbours.

D | We pass through Perranporth and travel along the north coast of Cornwall and after enjoying the scenic coastal drive we make a stop in Padstow. Padstow has a lovely setting by the Camel Estuary where narrow streets lead to the harbour. Then Boscastle which is a picturesque, sheltered harbour on a rugged coast where the quaint old buildings have been converted into pubs, restaurants and coffee shops.

Rosemundy House Hotel

3-star property set in four acres of woodland and gardens. In the evenings relax in the bar or cosy snug lounge. BAR | GROUND FLOOR ROOMS | OUTOOR PLUNGE POOL & HOT TUB

Spring on the North Coast of Cornwall, Newquay

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

(May to September) rosemundy.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days (Inc. all tours) Sat 28th March 2026 (Kilbirne) £419

5 Days From 6 Days From

6 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day in resort) Sun 17th May 2026 (Esplanade) £769

+£100 Single Supplement

We experience the best of the North Coast of Cornwall whilst based in a hotels with fabulous Atlantic Ocean Views in a quiet part of Newquay, but with the town centre in walking distance.

First Day Our first taste of Cornwall as we visit Looe, a picturesque Cornish Fishing harbour with a rich history.

Tours at Resort

C | To Boscastle which for many years was the only accessible harbour in over 40 miles of craggy coastline and is full of history. Then to Tintagel, famous for its castle which is entwined with the legend of King Arthur and there is now an iconic bridge linking it with the headland. (We have not included entry, as it is not advised for those with limited mobility, but we will be here long enough to give you time to visit.) Or if you would prefer, stay in the village there is a myriad of shops and cafes to explore.

Last Day We follow the Atlantic Highway to a lunchtime stop in the town of Barnstaple, with its covered Victorian Pannier Market.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Kilbirnie Hotel

Overlooking the Atlantic with a heated indoor pool and other great facilities.

LIFT | BAR | FREEVIEW TV INDOOR POOL | SAUNA | GYM kilbirniehotel.co.uk

Last Day We return from Cornwall with a stop in Boscastle (except for June, July and October dates, we will stop in Exeter). 2026 tours from this page onwards! For the next few pages you will find a selection of our 2026 holidays. More holidays will be released in our next new holiday brochure, due for release in November 2025 which will cover up to Autumn 2026.

Esplanade Hotel

4-star hotel with views of Fistral Bay with a heated indoor pool and a cinema room!

BAR | FREEVIEW TV | INDOOR POOL | CINEMA ROOM esplanadehotelnewquay.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS AT

Cornish Riviera, Falmouth

5 Days From

A | We travel to the north coast of Cornwall and after enjoying the scenic coastal drive from Newquay, we make a stop in Padstow. Padstow has a lovely setting by the Camel Estuary where narrow streets lead to the harbour.

C | We enjoy views of Mount’s Bay, overlooked by the beautiful St Michael’s Mount, before arriving at Land’s End where we make a short stop in this dramatic location. Then the coastal route to St Ives. St Ives is described as the jewel in Cornwall’s crown and has a picturesque fishing harbour.

D | To the quaint harbour town of Fowey siuated on a picturesque estuary. Then to Mevagissey where narrow streets and steep valley sides lead down to the distinctive twin harbour which provides a haven for the many fishing boats that land their daily catch. In typical picture postcard style, pubs, cafes, galleries and shops cluster around the harbour walls and line the pretty streets. Last Day We return with a lunch time stop in Looe. Membly Hall Hotel 3-star hotel situated on the sea front with panoramic views. LIFT | BAR | SAUNA | SPA SATELLITE

Join us for a fun-filled weekend getaway featuring delicious meals, nightly bingo, exciting entertainment, happy hour specials, a 60’s gala dinner (with optional fancy dress) and warm hospitality! We also get out and enjoy this scenic area of North Devon.

Friday We travel to Devon with a lunch time stop in Wells which has an historic centre, magnificent cathedral, and a unique, moated Bishop’s Palace.

Saturday To the nearby historic town of Bideford, which is packed with independent shops, local produce, and a picturesque quay. We return to the hotel early afternoon and it is ‘BY ONE GET ONE FREE’ at the bar from 1500 – 1700!

Sunday Over Exmoor and via Simonsbath and Wheddon Cross to Dunster, perhaps its most picturesque village where we make a short stop. We then continue to a lunchtime stop in Lynmouth. Here there is the opportunity to take the cliff railway (not included) to Lynton.

Monday We return with a drive through the Valley of Rocks with its majestic skyline before making a stop in Minehead.

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Cosy Breaks in the English Riviera, Torbay with lots of entertainment!

4 Days (Inc. Tour A + a free day) 4 Days from 5 Days (Inc. all tours + a free day) Mon

*SINGLE ROOMS ONLY TOUR!*

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, Torbay offers fantastic all year-round holidays for everyone. All with fine views over Torbay with its vivid blue sea and sky. As well as the beautiful coastline, our tours will show us much of Devon’s enchanting countryside. All holidays include Winter Warmer Entertainment, including bingo, quiz, nightly entertainment etc.

First Day To Devon and a lunchtime stop in Exeter. Tours at Resort

A | We visit Dartmouth in its beautiful setting between steep hills and the picturesque harbour. Then a highlight of the holiday as we follow the picturesque coast road with great views of Blackpool Sands, known as nature’s golden beach with clear blue water surrounded by magnificent evergreens and pines. We also pass Slapton Sands, with its WWII tank, and Kingsbridge on a truly memorable drive. Later we stop in Totnes, a captivating town set on one of Britain’s most picturesque waterways.

B | A scenic drive over wild Dartmoor and make a short stop in Princetown, 1400 feet above sea level with captivating views. Then to the thriving and beautiful market town of Tavistock, the only town in Devon to hold world heritage status. It has a vibrancy and uniqueness with a range of beautiful, local, independent shops.

Last Day We return home with a stop in Wells.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Winter Warmer Entertainment Package

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

Belgrave Sands Hotel, Torquay

4-star hotel situated a stone’s throw from Torquay’s seafront and offers a combination of elegant and comfortable accommodation.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | SAUNA STEAM ROOM | GYM belgravesands.com

Headland Hotel, Torquay

3-star iconic hotel with heartstopping seaviews of Torbay.

LIFT | BAR | FREEVEW TV | WIFI (SPA AVAILABLE AT ADITIONAL COST) headlandtorquay.com

Palace Hotel, Paignton

3-star period hotel has fantastic unspoilt views across Torbay.

LIFT | BAR | POOL | SPA | SAUNA GYM palacepaignton.com

Queens Hotel, Paignton

3-star hotel situated near to the front and shops.

LIFT | BAR | POOL queenspaignton.com

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Murder Mystery in Torquay

5 Days From

A special murder mystery-themed tour to Torquay. With entertainment each evening, an Agatha Christie quiz and a 1921-themed murder mystery dinner. Will you be able to solve the case?

Friday To Devon and a lunchtime stop in Exeter. Entertainment after dinner.

Saturday We visit Dartmouth in its beautiful setting between steep hills and the picturesque harbour and then on to Totnes, before returning to our hotel and get ready for our murder mystery dinner, followed by entertainment.

Will you solve the case?

“Its 1921 and the once affluent Lord Edwards invites you to his hotel, built to celebrate the end of the great war it is a place for the rich and famous to gather. Anybody who is anybody will be there including the loud and brash Rosaline Warner. Anything you may need then don’t hesitate to ask friendly hotel manager Alan Cooper and his staff. Will there be any trouble during service? What exactly does Rosaline want and at what cost? Hotel 1921, the place where anything can happen…even murder.”

Sunday Free time to explore Torquay in the morning, then return to the hotel for an Agatha Christie Quiz if you wish. In the afternoon there is also an Afternoon Tea and more entertainment after dinner.

Monday We return home with a stop in Wells.

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop

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Weymouth, Jurassic Coast & The New Forest

5 Days (Inc. a free day) Mon 30th March 2026 £449 Mon 1st June 2026 £539 Mon 21st September 2026 £539 5 Days From

Monday Heading for Weymouth we call at Poole Quay for a lunch time stop.

Tours at Resort

A | A great circular tour today which begins by taking the Sandbank’s Ferry to the scenic ‘isle’ of Purbeck. Before catching the ferry, we do a circular tour of Sandbank’s and view some of the most expensive houses in the country. After the ferry we pass through Studland Nature Reserve and make a lunch time stop in Swanage, which has a promenade backed by attractions with great views. We then make a short stop at the perfectly rounded bay of Lulworth Cove set in picturesque scenery.

B | A choice to begin the day between West Bay and Bridport (Market Day is Wednesday). West Bay is a charming fishing village that has enjoyed a surge in popularity since Broadchurch was filmed there. Bridport is a thriving, quirky and cultural market town with a fantastic antiques quarter. Then to Lyme Regis which boasts breathtaking scenery and a special mystique, it’s historic Cobb and harbour are iconic features. We conclude the day with scenic drive following Chesil Beach, one of the most iconic sights on the Jurassic Coast. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland with great views.

Friday We head for home, travelling through the New Forest with a stop in Lyndhurst.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Crown Hotel

3-star hotel with charm, character, and a great atmosphere, ideally close to the picturesque Brewer’s Quay. LIFT | BAR kingshotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Full-Board Spring Sun in Bournemouth

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

5 Days From

South Downs and Coast, Bognor Regis

5 Days

Tour Highlights: Beaulieu Palace Tour, New Forest, Christchurch and more! OPEN BAR 3-HOURS EACH NIGHT!*

5 Days From

Renowned for its golden beaches and beautiful parks and gardens, Bournemouth blends the contemporary with the traditional to ensure you are truly spoilt for choice. We stay at the 3-star Suncliff Hotel which is located on the seafront with great leisure facilities and live entertainment on two nights. Plus, we are Full Board (1 hot lunch in hotel and two packed lunches on days out) and there is an *open bar for three hours each night on selected drinks!

Monday A lovely drive south and we stop in Christchurch where today in market day.

Tours at Resort

A | We take our packed lunches with us and head west to visit the Victorian seaside resort of Weymouth. Before returning to our hotel, we take a ride onto the Isle of Portland and stop at the lighthouse with great views.

B | We take our packed lunches with us and travel into the New Forest and we visit Beaulieu which is a stately home, motor museum and a 13th century abbey surrounded by picturesque gardens and 800 years of history. We have a guided tour of the Palace. We view the fauna and flora of the New Forest all day long and on our return we travel via Milford on Sea with great views of the Needles from Paddy’s Gap where we make a short stop.

C | We make a morning trip to Poole Quay before returning to the hotel for a hot lunch. In the afternoon the coach is available to drop you into central Bournemouth, or you can make the short walk at your leisure.

Friday We return with a lunch time stop in Lymington with its long high street, full of independent shops, and small harbour.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Suncliff Hotel Bournemouth

3-star seafront resort hotel with excellent dining and indoor leisure facilities. LIFT | BAR | GYM POOL | SPA | SAUNA suncliff.oceana-collection.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Beaulieu)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, three lunches & evening meal 5 Days Mon 9th March 2026

Mon 2nd February 2026 £439

+£46 Single Supplement | +£94 per room Sea View

+£142 per room Balcony & Seaview 5 Days From 4-star hotel on the beach with Winter Drinks Package!

Stay at this fabulous hotel, just a stone throw from the beach, and enjoy varied tours out! The evenings will also be enjoyable with selected drinks at 50%, live entertainment on two nights and a quiz/ bingo on another.

Monday En route we enjoy a lunchtime stop in Portsmouth at Gunwharf Quay.

Tours at resort

A | We head east and spend the day in Brighton, great shopping, pier and attractions.

B | Chichester is cosmopolitan, fashionably elegant, and unashamedly quirky and on Wednesdays it hosts its famous market. Later we make a short stop in Bosham, in inland harbour and one of the most photogenic locations on the south coast.

C | A circular tour of the South Downs National Park with stops in Petworth and Midhurst. Petworth is a picturesque market town nestled in the downs and Midhurst’s historic shops are home to a wealth of independent shops, cafes and eateries. Friday We return home with a stop in Winchester.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Beachcroft Hotel & Beach Hut Suites

Renovated 4-star hotel next to the beach in a quiet part of town, just a short walk along the promenade from the centre. GROUND FLOOR ROOMS | BAR FREEVIEW TV | POOL | WIFI beachcroft-hotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Full-Board Isle of Wight Sandown

5 Days

Mon 9th February 2026 £499

+£80 upgrade single room to side sea view

+£160 upgrade single room to full sea view 5 Days From

The Isle of Wight has stunning coastlines, gorgeous countryside, vibrant towns and award-winning attractions all on one beautiful, picturesque island. Our tours to the island are based in Sandown which shelters in a beautiful bay and is famed for its golden sandy beach and the traditional British seafront and pier. Our hotel is the fabulous Trouville which is centrally located on the seafront with panoramic views. All twin and double rooms come with a sea view and single travelers have the option to upgrade for £20 per night to a side sea view room or £40 per night for a full sea view room. Lunches are included on this holiday (on days we are out, we will get a packed lunch) Plus, there is entertainment on three nights and on one night there will be a free bar from 8-11pm!

Monday We cross by ferry to the Isle of Wight and on to our hotel.

Tuesday In the morning we visit Shanklin, a traditional seaside town that regularly tops the charts for the number of sunshine hours and has a great beach, shops and cafes. It also has an old town that is worth exploring. After lunch at the hotel, in the afternoon we visit Ryde, it is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums, and galleries.

Wednesday A half day out to Newport, the island’s attractive capital at the head of the estuary. Back in time for lunch.

Thursday We take packed lunches with us and head to West Cowes, beautifully set on the estuary with its busy harbour and narrow streets, and on to Newport, the island’s attractive capital at the head of the river. We also make a stop at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (free entry but donations welcome) where you can meet all the donkeys and ponies.

Friday A final drive across the island before catching our ferry back to the mainland.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

• Ferry crossings

Trouville Hotel, Sandown

A proud reputation for delivering high standards in food, service and hospitality.

LIFT | BAR | WIFI | SPORTS ROOM trouvillehotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, three lunches & evening meal

Warner’s Norton Grange, Isle of Wight

5 Days From

5 Days Wed 21st January 2026 £329

+£20pp Premier Chalet Upgrade All accommodation is in chalets.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS! (LIMITED)

There will be stops in towns of interest on the way to and from the hotel, plus two short day trips out to see the best of the local area, whilst still giving you plenty of time to enjoy the hotel’s facilities!

Wednesday We cross to the Isle of Wight by ferry and on to our hotel.

Day Trip 1 In the morning we visit Shanklin, a traditional seaside town that regularly tops the charts for the number of sunshine hours and has a great beach, shops and cafes. It also has an old town that is worth exploring. In the afternoon we visit Ryde, it is the largest town on the Island and in addition to an expanse of sandy beaches, which stretch right along the town, it has a great selection of boutique shops, museums, and galleries.

Day Trip 2 We make a stop at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (free entry but donations welcome) where you can meet all the donkeys and ponies. Then to West Cowes, beautifully set on the estuary with its busy harbour and narrow streets, and on to Newport, the island’s attractive capital at the head of the river.

Sunday We return by ferry.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Days out as indicated

Warners Bembridge Coast Norton Grange is a chalet village with stunning views of the Solent. warnerleisurehotels.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Use of hotel leisure facilities & activities

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

Kent and the Southeast Coast, Chatham

Start 2026 in the area known as the pearl of the southeast. We see golden sands, famous resorts and visit one of the most famous cities in the UK in Canterbury, with over 1,000 years of history. Includes live entertainment on two nights and a pre-dinner drink on Saturday!

Friday We travel to Kent with a lunch break in Guildford. At the hotel we are met with a hot drink.

Saturday We enjoy a scenic drive through the Kent Downs to the coastal town of Broadstairs. The town lies above a harbor with cliffs on either side and has seven bays of golden sand. Later to Whitstable with traditional charms, a strong arts culture and rich maritime history. Whitstable’s main claim to fame is its oysters which remain an intrinsic part of this sea town’s character.

Sunday To Canterbury, a walled city that has been hosting visitors for over 1000 years with a huge mix of independent shops and of course the famous cathedral. Later we head to Rochester where we have a chance to visit the beautiful cathedral and have free time to explore at leisure.

Monday We return home with a stop in Windsor.

Bridgewood Manor Hotel 4-star hotel with full leisure facilities near Chatham. LIFT | BAR | SATELLITE TV | POOL SAUNA | SPA bridgewoodmanorhotel.com Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated (including pre-dinner drink)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Norfolk Broads & Coast Great Yarmouth

5 Days Mon 23rd March 2026 £459

+£72 Single Supplement

5 Days From

Includes 30% Bar Discount at Hotel 1800 - 2100!

The Broads have dramatic landscapes with raw natural beauty and a rare quality of light. Where big, bright skies meet endless horizons and dreamlike landscapes. Great Yarmouth is a famous holiday destination, bursting with fun things to do, activities for all, shows and attractions stretching along the fabled Golden Mile and the huge expanse of pristine beach. We stay at the 4-star Prom Hotel for this holiday and it provides one night of live entertainment and another night of in house entertainment.

Monday We head towards East Anglia and make a stop in Bury St Edmunds, a jewel in the crown of Suffolk with a 11th century Abbey at its heart.

Tours at Resort

A | A scenic Wolds drive with a lunchtime stop in Sheringham, a lovely resort with diverse shops and places to eat. We also visit Cromer with its great, sandy beaches.

B | A visit to the towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh on the Suffolk coast. Southwold is quintessentially British and Aldeburgh is home to a pebble beach with fisherman’s huts, selling their catch, and a promenade lined with pastel-coloured villas.

C | We spend time in Norwich which is a wonderful fusion of the modern and historic. Its centre is easy to walk around, has a river at its heart and is the most complete medieval city in the UK with stunning Norman cathedral and castle. It also has superb independent as well as high street shopping and a quaint covered market.

Friday We return home with a stop in Saffron Waldren, a picturesque, medieval town.

(In early 2025, named as the best place to live in the UK!)

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

Prom Hotel

4-star hotel with an AA Rosette restaurant. Many rooms have views of the beach. LIFT | BAR WIFI | FREEVIEW TV | GYM promhotel.co.uk

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Snowdrops in Lincolnshire

Joe Loss Orchestra in Harrogate

Led by Todd Miller

Rustic England at its very best: Our winter deal in the idyllic Lincolnshire countryside offers an exploration of the cathedral city of Lincoln, bustling market towns, charming villages, and an incredible viewing of the Snowdrops at Easton’s Gardens. With entertainment on two nights plus an entertaining Lincolnshire Talk, this tour has been a huge success over previous years.

Monday We head to Melton Mowbray, famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese with gardens alongside the river. Then on to our hotel and on arrival we have tea and coffee plus the local specialty of Plum Bread and Poacher Cheese.

Tours at Resort

A | We spend the day in the stunning city of Lincoln, crowned by the Cathedral, one of Europe’s finest examples of Gothic architecture.

B | To nearby Eastons Gardens where we have a meet and greet followed by time to explore the estate and walled gardens that have been 450 years in the making. The snowdrops spread across both banks of the river and release wafts of perfume on sunny days. Later we make a short stop at Springfields near Spalding. There are shops, places to eat and the Festival Gardens which is a beautifully landscaped area featuring Chelsea-style celebrity showcase gardens.

C | Our first stop is International Bomber Command which is a world class facility acknowledging the efforts, sacrifices and commitment of the men and women, from 62 different nations, who came together in Bomber Command in WWII. There are also two peace gardens, set out over 10 acres of landscaped grounds with native trees from all 27 Bomber Command Stations worldwide. Later, we head over to the picturesque town of Newark-on-Trent, an authentic British market town, full of historical streets, castles, cakes, and boutiques! You can unveil the unique character shaped by the ruins of Newark Castle, present as early as the year 1068, where Oliver Cromwell fought battles against the Royalists and King John was poisoned.

Friday We call at Stamford, an ancient town of mellow stone and full of old world charm. Middlemarch was filmed here, and its market day on a Friday.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

The Barn Hotel & Spa 3-star charming, rustic hotel set in beautiful countryside.

• Tours as indicated (Eastons Gardens & Bomber Command)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal 5 Days Mon 23rd February 2026 £559 +£120 Single Supplement

3 Days Fri 20th February 2026 £369

3 Days From Tour Highlights: Lincoln, Eastons Gardens and International Bomber Command!

The legendary Joe Loss Orchestra perform at our hotel on the Saturday night following a Pre-Dinner Drink and a Gala Dinner to complete a perfect evening. Since 1930 the band has had the best musicians and singers performing totally live and has been in constant operation, never disbanded or reformed. They will perform hits from the 50s to the 80s. Our base is the pleasant spa town of Harrogate, well known for its tea shops, antique shops and Turkish baths. A huge success in 2025 and the tour also includes some great Yorkshire Dales scenery.

Friday We head north and make a lunch time stop in Hebden Bridge. Surrounded by breath-taking scenery, this market town has been voted ‘greatest town in Europe’ and was used for scenes in Happy Valley. From here we cross the Southern Pennines, through the Yorkshire Dales to our hotel.

Saturday We enjoy a scenic circular tour of the Yorshire Moors with a lunch time stop in the famous market town of Skipton. Back to the hotel mid afternoon to prepare for our highlight of the holiday. A pre-dinner drink, followed by a gala dinner, and then the Joe Loss Orchestra take the stage!

Sunday We don’t depart Harrogate until 1400, so time to explore this great city.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Tours as indicated

The Old Swan Combines Victorian splendour with elegancy contemporary style and just a short walk from town. LIFT | BAR | SATELLITE TV classiclodges.co.uk/the-old-swan P.N Hotel accepts contactless card payment only.

• Central Point Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Winter Warmer in Snowdonia, LLanberis

Single Rooms Only: Tenby & the Gower Peninsula Carmarthen

Snowdonia has great scenery all year round and our hotel is right in the middle of it set in its own 30 acres of gardens and woodland. Free tea and coffee is available throughout our stay and on selected drinks there is no charge 19:00-22:00!

Monday Travelling via Bridgnorth we take a lunchbreak in Llangollen, before travelling through Snowdonia to our hotel. Tours at Resort

A | A scenic tour of the Isle of Anglesey with its stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages. We take a circular tour of the island including a photo stop looking over Bull Bay. We also pass through Llanfachraeth, Cemaes Bay & Amlwch. We make stops in Beaumaris, a beautifully positioned resort of Victorian character, and Llanfair PG, famous for having the longest place-name in Britain!

B | A circular tour today which begins with a drive over the Pen-y-Pass, with views of Snowdon, to a stop in Betws-y-Coed in its magical setting surrounded by dense forest. In the afternoon we visit the Victoria seaside resort of Llandudno.

C | This morning we explore the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion, designed by architect William Ellis early in the 20th century. The stunning houses and pavilions overlook the sea at Cardigan Bay and provide a beautiful backdrop to the day here. We return to our hotel with a scenic drive across the Llyn Peninsula via Pwllheli, and a stop in Caenarfon.

Friday We return home with a stop in Chester, a classic city with over 2,000 years of history and spectacular shopping.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis

3-star hotel uniquely located at the foot of Snowdon.

LIFT (please request) | BAR theroyalvictoria.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Portmeirion)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

Take this chance to visit all the best parts of Southwest Wales including Tenby and the Gower, an area of outstanding natural beauty. We travel both ways through the Brecon Beacons with great scenery and interesting stops.

Sunday A lunchtime stop in Abergavenny, and then a lovely drive through the Brecon Beacons to our hotel.

Monday A grand circular tour of Pembrokeshire today starts as we travel along the coast road known for its ‘Seventeen Hills in Sixteen Miles’ through Newgale Pebble Beach and the quaint little village of Solva to St. Davids, where time is allowed for lunch and to view the cathedral, the largest in Wales. On our return we make a stop in Narbeth, it has a thriving high street with independent shops and cafes.

Tuesday All day in Tenby, a historic seaside resort with natural charm, narrow streets, harbour, and beautiful beaches.

Wednesday We stay in Carmarthen in the morning where there is good shopping and today is market day. In the afternoon another circular tour of Pembrokeshire as we take a beautiful morning drive along the coast through Lydstep to St Govan’s Head where we make a stop with great views of a tiny chapel built into the cliff. We continue through Merrion, then pass the impressive, mediaeval fortress of Pembroke Castle on our way to Haverfordwest for a quick stop.

Thursday Into the Brecon Beacons and we make a lunch time stop in the town of Brecon, a picturesque market town famed for its Georgian architecture. More scenery as we return home passing Pen y Fan.

Ivy Bush Hotel

3-star hotel welcoming guests in considerable style and comfort. LIFT | BAR | WIFI ivybushhotel.co.uk

Mini Cruise to Zeebrugge

Full Board on boat with ‘Back to the 70’s’ Entertainment!

3 Days - Sat 4th April 2026

Cabin Type: Price: (per person) Single Supplements:

Inside Cabin £299

+£70 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Outside Cabin £389 +£80 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Suite £619 +£150 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Embark on an unforgettable two-night cruise to Belgium, where the journey is as memorable as the destination. Savour outstanding cuisine prepared by talented chefs and enjoy the warmest welcome at sea from the friendly crew. Whether you’re enjoying drinks on deck or relaxing in your cosy cabin, every moment is designed to delight. Relive the dynamic and fast-changing 1970s aboard this themed cruise. Dance to your favourite hits that span genres, from disco to funk to old time rock’n’roll. Enjoy a host of themed activities including ‘70s-inspired lunch menus, fancy dress competitions, ‘70s quiz nights and cabaret shows that will whisk you back in time. Take home some special mementos of your journey including a ‘Back to the ‘70s’ cruise badge and a ‘70s booklet filled with pop culture facts and references from the decade. Get ready to groove, sparkle, and relive the magic of a time when anything felt possible!

Onboard our cruise we can expect:

• Exceptional full board cuisine whilst on board – 5 course evening meals, breakfasts and lunches on board

• Comfortable accommodation in chosen cabin category

• Amazing entertainment, West End style theatre performances

• Range of fitness, dance and wellness classes

• Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs

• Spa access

• Porterage of luggage between the port and cabin

• All port taxes, fees and charges

Saturday Arrive at London Tilbury to board the ship Ambition, ready to depart at 1800. Enjoy live music from several acts and themed parties on board as you sail across the North Sea.

Sunday Upon arrival into Zeebrugge at 0800, have the opportunity to spend the day exploring. Zeebrugge, nestled along Belgium’s coast, offers maritime history and serene beauty. Discover the historic port, visit the Maritime Museum, and savour Belgian cuisine at seaside cafes. With picturesque views of the North Sea, this is a charming retreat for those seeking a refreshing coastal experience. Being located just over 10 miles from the famous city of Bruges, you will have the opportunity to visit the iconic city (cost paid on the day), or by making your own way by taxi or public transport. From 1800, the ship will depart towards Portsmouth.

Monday When docking into Portsmouth at 0800, finish your breakfast before departing from the ship where our coach awaits. Choose between free time in Southsea or Gunwharf Quay before returning home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

• Itinerary as stated

Drinks are not included, you can either pay as you go on board, (however, you will need to register with My Ambassador Sailing before departure as the ship is cashless.) When you purchase drinks, your account will be charged and gratuities added. Or if you prefer, we can add one of our listed drinks packages to your booking.

Add-On Drinks Packages

Ambassador Experience Package: +£59 per person

Includes all gratuities and non-alcoholic beverages including unlimited soft drinks.

Ambassador Explorer Package: +£99 per person

Includes all gratuities, unlimited soft drinks, House brands from the bar and house wines.

Ambassador Expedition Package: +£115 per person

Which includes all gratuities, unlimited soft drinks, House brands from the bar and house wines. Plus, premium wines, premium drinks and premium teas and speciality coffees.

Ship: Ambition Cruise Ship

Aptly named to emphasise their commitment to inspire and delight all guests! ambassadorcruiseline.com/ our-ships/ambition

• Central point pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Cruise accommodation of bed, breakfast, evening meals, and one lunch.

Spring on Scotland’s Angus Coast

7 Days Sat 2nd May 2026

+£70 Single Supplement

7 Days from

Based in the coastal town of Montrose, this tour features magnificent architecture and the best of royal, rural and city life! Balmoral is the Scottish Home of the Royal Family and where Queen Elizabeth II sadly passed away. Our visits also include the 18th century House of Dun, a family -run working farm and in Aberdeen we explore the Gordon Highlander Museum and spend time exploring the famous ‘Granite City’. Our Montrose hotel provides an afternoon tea and there will also be entertainment on at least one night!

Saturday North and we spend time at Liverpool’s famous Albert Dock before continuing to our overnight hotel: Delta Hotel by Marriott near Preston. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi and a gym.

Sunday Into Scotland and we make a lunch time stop in Stirling, a small city with a big history, plus historic attractions, and spectacular scenery. Then on to Montrose which boasts an attractive town centre and has a wide sandy beach.

Monday We spend today at stunning Balmoral where we discover the castle’s fascinating history, famous residents and visit the largest room in the castle, the Ballroom. We can also visit the exhibitions and, covering three acres, the beautiful formal gardens that feature a large garden kitchen and a range of Victorian glasshouses full of flowering pot plants and a water garden. We take a different route to and from Balmoral to take in the scenery of the Cairngorms National Park.

Tuesday Along the coastal road to Aberdeen and we visit the Gordon Highlander Museum which celebrates the story of the regiment if the same name and its 200 years of history with memorabilia and even a replica WWII trench. Then the remainder of the day is yours to explore the city, spend time in the merchant quarter or relax in one of the many parks and award-winning gardens.

Wednesday To the 18th century House of Dun, an elegant Georgia country house designed with baroque extravagance. We have a guided tour as costumed guides reveal the history of the house and its people. Outside there are beautiful formal gardens we can explore. Later we discover what daily life is like on a scottish farm at Newton Farm. There is time to pet and feed the animals and we round off the visit with a hot drink and some home baked treats.

Thursday We depart Montrose and our route south allows us to cross two famous bridges over the River Tay and the Firth of Forth on the way back to our overnight hotel, the Holiday Inn in Preston.

Friday We return south and head for home.

Main Hotel: Park Hotel Montrose

3-star characterful hotel close to the centre of the town. The hotel décor is traditional with tartan carpets & wood paneling throughout. FREEVIEW TV | WIFI GROUNDS FLOOR ROOMS AVAILABLE parkmontrose.com

Tour highlights: Balmoral, House of Dun, Gordon Highlander Museum & Newton Farm!

House of Dun

© NTS

Orkney & Shetland Mini Cruise

8 Days

8 Days from

Fri 3rd April 2026 £1,199

+£250 Single Supplement

With Local Guides on both Islands and lots of included entries!

A fantastic journey right up to the Northern tip of the Highlands before boarding a minicruise to take a look at both the Orkneys and Shetland. Orkney is a group of 70 islands, the closest of which is just six miles off the mainland. Lerwick in Shetland is closer to Bergen in Norway than Edinburgh and there is a Scandinavian feel to the island. We also use a circular route so that differing Highland scenery is witnessed throughout. Two nights are spent on board Northlink ships and accommodation is in twins so no bunk beds!

Friday To Scotland and our overnight hotel, the 4-star Westerwood in Cumbernauld.

Saturday Glorious Highland scenery and Lochs as we travel north, with stops in Pitlochry and Inverness to Thurso on the North coast. Thurso will be our base for the next three nights in either the St Claire or Station Hotel.

Sunday Fine scenery as we travel via Wick to visit John O’Groats. Then views north to the Orkney Islands as we visit Dunnet Head, the most northerly point on mainland Britain.

Monday A FREE DAY to explore Thurso, Scotland’s most northerly town with views dominated by Dunnet Head.

Tuesday We catch the 0845 ferry from Scrabster for the ninetyminute crossing to Stromness on Orkney, passing The Old Man of Hoy. Here we have a full day tour of Orkney with a local guide. We visit Skara Brae, an amazing neolithic village that lay buried by sand for 4,000 years; the stone Ring of Brodgar, the delightful chapel built by Italian POWs and the sunken remains of battleships scuppered at Scapa Flow. In the evening we have a 3-course meal at the Albert Hotel before we board our ship for the overnight crossing to Lerwick, the Shetlands’ capital.

Wednesday Following breakfast onboard, we depart on a tour of Shetlands’ scenic mainland with a local guide. We visit Jarlshof Viking Village and Scalloway Castle. There is free time in Lerwick before re-boarding the ship for the overnight crossing to Aberdeen (dinner on board).

Thursday Following breakfast on board, we dock at Aberdeen. From here we travel through beautiful Royal Deeside, passing the Balmoral Estate before stopping in Braemar. We continue through the breathtaking scenery of Glenshee to our overnight stop, again at the 4-star Westerwood Hotel.

Friday We travel south and home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Northlink Ferries

Cruise-like ships with wellappointed lounges and bars, shops, cinemas and comfortable cabin accommodation. northlinkferries.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. local guide on Orkney and Shetland, entry to Skara Brae, Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, Skail House, Orkney Fossil Centre, Jarlshof and Scalloway Castle)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• 7 nights hotel/ ship accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

North Coast 500 Plus Day Trip to Orkney!

8 Days Thu 28th May 2026 £1,419

+£201 Single Supplement

8 Days from

Tour highlights: Highlands, Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle, Attadale Gardens and much more!

Showcasing Northern Scotland with all its beautiful beaches, historical ruins and pretty fishing villages, the North Coast 500 coastal road is a journey like no other. Scotland’s answer to Route 66 is now a designated tourist route around the Northern Highlands taking in amazing coastal scenery full of lochs and uninhabited islands. On our way north we stick to the west coast with two nights on the Isle of Skye. On our return we travel through the Cairngorms National Park. A fabulous holiday with non-stop scenery!

Thursday Into Scotland and we make a stop at Grenta Green before checking into our overnight hotel, the 4-star Dryfesdale Country House Hotel. The hotel sits amid five acres of magnificent grounds with stunning views of the Scottish countryside.

Friday We continue through Scotland and make a stop at Loch Lomond Shores. Then through Glencoe with views of Ben Nevis before making a short stop in Fort William. From here we continue to the Isle of Skye and the Dunollie Hotel in Broadford for two nights.

Saturday A relaxing day today as we travel via the west coast of Skye to Dunvegan Castle and Gardens for a visit. This was the seat of the Clan Macleod and is the oldest continually occupied castle in Scotland. The castle has won visitor awards, and it is a Highland estate steeped in history and clan legend which also has beautiful formal gardens. We then complete a circular route as we visit Portree for a short stop Portree is the Island’s Capital and lies in is a picturesque natural harbour that is sheltered with great views to sea.

Sunday We start on the North Coast 500 route and make a stop at Attadale Gardens, the gardens were built in 1755 and its gardens include a water garden, rhododendron walk, sunken garden and a Japanese garden. From here dramatic scenery as we continue to our overnight hotel, the 3-star Caledonian in the pretty fishing village of Ullapool, it is a short walk from the sea front with views out to sea and inland over Loch Broom.

Monday We continue on the North Coast 500 Route with miles and miles of costal scenery as we head along Scotland’s most northern coast and enjoy dramatic ocean views. We will take plenty of photo stops, especially where the white sand beaches are at their most impressive.

Tuesday We catch the ferry to Orkney where we are met by our guide. We have a full tour of Orkney taking in amongst other things Skara Brae, an amazing neolithic village that lay buried by sand for 4,000 years and the delightful Italian Chapel built by Italian POWs.

Wednesday We visit John O’Groats for a quick photo stop before completely the final part of the route before making a quick stop in the small, but lively town of Tain. Beautiful scenery still continues as we climb into the Highlands and the Cairngorm National Park. We make a quick stop in Aviemore, a Highland base with plenty of shops and food options. Then onto our final hotel, the 3-star Buchanan Arms in Drymen.

Thursday We say goodbye to Scotland and return home.

PLEASE NOTE: The route on Sunday and Monday does not pass may food options, it may be worth preparing by buying a sandwich or similar for these days. Please speak with your driver if you wish to use the coach’s fridge.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

Main Hotels:

Dunollie Hotel, Isle of Skye

3-star hotel set by the serene waterside at the foot of Skye’s mountains. BAR | WIFI bespokehotels.com/dunolliehotel

Pentland Hotel

Centrally located in the heart of Thurso. BAR | WIFI pentlandhotel.co.uk

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Orkney, Dunvegan Castle and Attadale Gardens)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

Classic Isle of Man Douglas

Trains of the Isle of Man

Douglas

5 Days Mon 18th May 2026

+£73 Single Supplement

Friday We make our way north to Heysham and the three and a half hour ferry crossing to the Isle of Man.

Tours whilst at resort

A | To Laxey, home of the largest water wheel in the country and where there is the opportunity to take the Snaefell Mountain Railway (not included) with magnificent views of the island.

B | To Ramsey, a bustling town with a busy shopping street, harbour, and a beach. Then to Peel, an olde worlde fishing port noted for its kippers. Lovely scenery all day.

+ A FREE DAY to explore at your leisure.

Wednesday We return to the mainland and the journey home.

Rutland Hotel

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal 6 Days

3-star hotel located on the sea front of Douglas with modern facilities. LIFT | BAR | FREE WIFI SATLELLITE TV sleepwellhotels.com/rutland

£769

5 Days from OR Tour highlights: Horse Tramway, Isle of Man Steam Railway, Manx Electric Railway and Snaefell Mountain Railway!

The Isle of Man is shrouded by mystery, a sea-bound kingdom with its own captivating story to tell. It has a rich history that echoes through the ages, and we explore it from top to bottom on its heritage trains and trams. This popular tour is a wonderful way to discover the island’s countryside, coast and attractions whilst travelling on its fabulous heritage railways. We stay in the island’s most popular resort, Douglas. This tour also includes a day ticket for the Douglas Horse Tramway!

Monday We make our way north to Heysham and the three-anda-half-hour ferry crossing to the Isle of Man.

Tuesday To Castletown, which was the island’s former capital with its narrow streets, quaint houses, and a mediaeval castle. We then view the Calf of Man (look out for the seals!) before spending time in Port Erin with its crystal-clear waters and beautiful setting and we spend some time there. We complete the day with a hour-long, single journey you will never forget on the Isle of Man Victorian Steam Railway, described as ‘perfectly frozen in time’, from Port Erin to Douglas.

Wednesday Lovely scenery as we make a circular tour including a stop in Ramsey, a bustling town with a busy shopping street, harbour and beach. We return to Douglas in time for you to enjoy a ride on the Horse Tramway.

Thursday We catch the unique Manx Electric Railway from Douglas to Laxey. The line still operates with most of its original Victorian and Edwardian rolling stock. In Laxey we transfer to the Snaefell Mountain Railway for a ride to the summit. The ride takes about 30 minutes and offers amazing views of Laxey Glens and the surrounding countryside. We return via the Mountain Railway and the Electric Railway.

Friday We return to the mainland and the journey home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

Rutland Hotel

3-star hotel located on the sea front of Douglas with modern facilities. LIFT | BAR | FREE WIFI SATLELLITE TV

sleepwellhotels.com/rutland

• Tours as indicated (including 4 train rides)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast & evening meal

5 Days from

5 Days Mon 16th March 2026 £699 +£112 Single Supplement

We see many different aspects of Ireland from our base at the excellent 4-star Riverside Park Hotel. We are in Ireland for St Patrick’s Day and we have a themed Irish dinner and one night of entertainment at the hotel. This new itinerary was a hit in 2025!

Tour highlights: Kilkenny, Dublin and Waterford including two guided tours!

Monday We take the ferry from Fishguard to Rosslare and the short drive to our hotel in Enniscorthy. We are met with a hot drink on arrival at the hotel.

Tours at Resort

A | To Waterford which is said to be the oldest town in Ireland where we see 1,000 years of history in 1,000 steps! Enjoy the historic streets and local atmosphere of this harbour town and then in the afternoon we have guided tours of both the Medieval Museum and Bishop’s Palace by costumed actors. The Medieval Museum is in a stunning modern building and the Bishop’s Palace is an authentic 18th century Georgian Grand residence.

B | We visit Dublin, the capital city that’s as intimate as a village and as friendly as an Irish Pub! The streets and alleys are filled with vibrant art, historic buildings and traditional pubs.

C | All day in Kilkenny, Ireland’s Medieval Capital. It has a mixture of rich cultural heritage, beautiful streetscapes, and great shopping to offer.

Friday We have a take away breakfast from the hotel and catch the morning ferry back to Wales. The holiday isn’t over as we make a lunch time stop in Carmarthen.

Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club

4-star hotel nestled on the banks of the River Slaney in the picturesque town of Enniscorthy.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Ferry crossings

• Tours as indicated (Inc. two entries)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

Paris Floating Hotel, plus Château de Chantilly 4-star Full Board River Cruise on the Seine in central Paris!

4 Days

Sun 15th March 2026

5 Days from

£669

+£207 Single Supplement | +£93 per person Upper Deck Upgrade

Tour highlights: nightly entertainment, two guided tours of Paris with a local guide and Paris by night, by boat!

Enjoy wonderful cuisine and spectacular cabaret entertainment whilst also experiencing the sights and attractions this great city has to offer! Accommodation is on the 4-star MS Botticelli which is a spacious and light vessel with a welcoming and refined ambience. It is on a Full Board basis with 3-course lunches and 3-course dinners, and we have also included a meal and drink voucher for the ferry both ways. For 2026 we have added entry to Chantilly to make this popular trip even more special!

Sunday To France by ferry and we have a meal voucher to use onboard. From Calais it is on to Paris where we board our floating hotel and enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Reception before dinner and nightly entertainment.

Days on Board

The exact timings are dependent on tides, but we will enjoy cruising on both days (subject to water levels). We will also enjoy a panoramic guided tour of Paris by coach on one day and visit Montmartre, a famous area of Paris, on another day, both with a local guide. There is also free time on both days to enjoy Paris at your own pace, or just enjoy being on this fabulous boat. There is entertainment every night and on one evening a Gala Evening with 4-course meal.

Wednesday We return home by a different route and visit Chateau de Chantilly’s famous gardens including a French Style garden from the 17th century and an Anglo-Chinese garden from the 18th century. On our ferry home we have a meal voucher.

Please note: We will require an inital £40pp deposit, followed by a second deposit of £150pp due on 15th December 2025.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

• Tours as indicated

MS Botticelli

110 meters long and in keeping with being named after an Italian painter, it has an elegant and cozy atmosphere with precious fabrics of Venice. Large windows allow great views from the Lounge Bar with Dance floor and there is also a Sun Deck. All cabins have windows, satellite TV, WIFI and ensuite bathroom.

croisieurope.co.uk/boat/ ms-botticelli

(inc. all tours by coach & floating hotel, Chateau de Chantilly)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Floating hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast, lunch, and evening meal.

8 Days Mon 30th March 2026 £1,449 +£197 Single Supplement

This great twin centre holiday includes a winter ride on the famous Glacier Express, we travel to the prestigious resort of Zermatt on another train, visit Lake Constance and have a cheese tasting and tour of the baroque styled Abbey St Gall in the mountain town of Appenzell. Staying in two centres in Switzerland allows us to travel to and from the country on different routes from / to our overnight hotel. Winter Glacier Express, 2-centred holiday in Switzerland!

8 Days from

Monday Via Calais to our overnight hotel, the 4-star Mercure Hotel Saarbruken Sud.

Tuesday Into Switzerland and on to our hotel for two nights, the Hotel Kristall-Saphir in the breath-taking mountain region of Saastal. We are met with a hot drink on arrival.

Wednesday By coach to Taesch where we take a shuttle train to Zermatt. Set beneath the mighty Matterhorn, this prestigious resort is composed of traditional timber chalets and has lots to see and do. You may wish to explore the Matterhorn Museum, catch the Gornergrat Mountain Railway up to the Gornergrat ridge for spectacular views, or simply enjoy Zermatt’s classy restaurants, cafés, boutiques and chocolate shops! After taking the return shuttle train to Taesch we return to our hotel by coach. (no entries apart from train are included)

Thursday To Brig to board the Glacier Express for a 5.5-hour journey on the slowest express train in the world! We travel through snow-capped mountains and enjoy stunning views of glaciers, sparkling streams and waterfalls as we make our way towards Chur where our coach will meet us to transfer us to the Vienna House Hotel, our base for three nights.

TOUR!

Tour highlights: two train rides, Abbey and cheese tasting!

Friday A relaxing day as we travel the short distance to the historic island of Lindau in Germany, famous for its picturesque position on Lake Constance with spectacular snow-covered mountain backdrop. We enjoy free time to see the centuriesold buildings, picturesque alleyways and the impressive harbour entrance guarded by a Bavarian lion and historic white lighthouse. Free time in Dornbirn on our return.

Saturday Another short journey to the mountain town of Appenzell for a short amount of free time in the village centre before enjoying a guided tour and tasting at the Appenzeller Cheese Dairy to discover the traditional way of making this delicious cheese. Afterwards, we travel to St Gallen for a little free time in the town centre before learning more about the centuries-old history and beautiful architecture of the town with a fascinating guided tour of the baroque-styled Abbey St Gall and library.

Sunday Taking a different route through Germany we return to Saarbrücken and our overnight hotel.

Monday To Calais and home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel • Channel crossings

Hotel Kristall-Saphir

3-star hotel made of wood and stone on the doorstep of nature, a 3 minute walk from the centre of the village of Saas-Almagell.

BAR | FREEVIEW TV kristall.ch

Vienna House by Wyndham Martinspeak, Dornbin

4-star hotel with contemporary charm and sumptuous luxury in the centre of town.

BAR | FREEVIEW TV | WIFI wyndhamhotels.com

• Tours as indicated (Inc. Glacier Express, Zermatt train, Cheese tasting and guided tour)

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal

NEW

Spring on Lake Garda, Riva del Garda

5 Days from

8 Days Sun 5th April 2026 £1,049 +£256 Single Supplement

Tour highlights: Verona - including Romeo & Juliet’s balcony, Malcesine,

Lake Garda is one of the most stunning locations in Europe! The lake includes three regions and encompasses colourful and diverse lakeside towns, each offering a new experience and we visit three including Riva del Garda itself. Riva del Garda which sits on the lakeshore overshadowed by spectacular mountains. There is a pretty and historic centre, great shops and peaceful lakeside walks. There is a welcome drink on arrival and a Gala Dinner followed by live music on one evening.

Sunday To France and on to our overnight hotel, the Kyriad Dijon Est Mirande.

Monday We skirt the edge of Switzerland before entering the Alps and into Italy via a drive through the Mont Blanc Tunnel which passes under the highest mountain in Europe. Then on to our hotel for five nights, where we are met with a welcome drink. Tours at Resort

A | We don’t venture far today but visit two towns on Lake Garda. First to Malcesine, a medieval town perched on the edge of Lake Garda under the shadow of Monte Baldo. Then to the town that give the lake its name, Garda. Garda a small town with a lakeside promenade with great views of the lake and many cafes. (If you are feeling energetic you can climb Rocca di Garda for superb views!)

B | We visit Verona, a city alive with myths and home to a huge Roman Arena plus, Romeo and Juliet’s balcony.

C | Then to the southern end of the lake where we make a stop on the pretty peninsula of Sirmione, the town has a medieval centre and lovely piazza.

D | A FREE DAY to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Maybe visit a lakeside town that we haven’t visited by boat (not included).

Saturday We return to the same overnight hotel in France. Sunday To Calais and we return home.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel

• Channel crossings

• Tours as indicated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal.

Sirmione!

NEW HOTEL!

Douro Discover 5-star Cruise - By Air to Porto Five excursions, full board on boat with all-inclusive drinks!

9 Days - Tue 26th May 2026

Cabin Type Price (per person) Single Supplements

Emerald Deck From £3,399 +£1,228 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Ruby Deck From £3,799 +£1.413 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Diamond Deck From £3,999 +£1,493 (In a 2-person occupancy room)

Tour highlights: Porto, Freixo de Espada a Cintra, Mateus Palace & Vineyard!

PLEASE NOTE: We require a £300pp deposit to book this holiday for you, a further £300pp by 29th Dec 2025 and final balances will be due by 26th Feb 2026.

A region rich in port wine heritage awaits you on the Douro. Breathtaking vineyards line the banks as you cruise along one of northern Portugal’s most significant rivers and we explore the valley’s rich history. Towns like Regua and Pinhao captivate with museums showcasing the Douro Valley’s evolution and stunning natural scenery. The journey concludes in Porto, a city where there’s always something new to discover. On your diverse journey through Portugal’s rich cultural heritage, you will uncover a quaint fishing village with colorful houses, a baroque palace with beautiful gardens, the traditional art of hand-crafted silk and local wine culture with a curated lunch atop surrounding vineyard. There is musical entertainment every night and a high tea on one afternoon. We are travelling to Porto by air but a Barnes employee will be with you throughout the holiday.

Tuesday We travel to a UK airport and fly to Porto when we are transferred to our 4-star hotel for one night.

Wednesday Free time before we board our cruise. Porto enchants with its winding and picturesque streets, Clerigos Tower, bridges, and famous wooden port wine boats.

Thursday We have a city tour of Porto before departing at 1200 and cruising up the Douro to Regua, where we spend the night, with great scenery all the way.

Friday We depart before breakfast and make a stop in Pocinho, a small village on the banks of the Douro with famous views. We continue to Vega Terro, where we dock for 24 hours on the Spanish border.

Saturday An excursion to the famous town of Freixo de Espada a Cintra with history that predates Portugal. On our return the boat sails on to Pocinho where we spend the night.

Sunday The boat leaves early and we arrive at Pinhao by midday. Pinhao is in the heart of the wine region, and we visit Casa Dos Viscondes da Várzea to explore the wine culture. We also spend the night in Pinhao so you can explore the famous village including the train station covered with artistic tile paintings.

Monday We sail to Regau, an idyllic town surrounded by majestic vineyards and known for its delicious port wine and rich history. We have an excursion to Mateus Palace, one of the most lavish manor houses in Europe and you will recognise the house from Mateu’s wine bottles! It was built in the 18th century and is a fine example of Baroque architecture.

Tuesday We sail from Regau and make a brief stop in Entreos-Rios before continuing to Porto. In the evening, we have an evening walk around the magic fisherman village of Afurda, close to Porto, and enjoy Sardines, before returning for our last night on the boat.

Wednesday Following a leisurely breakfast we leave our cruise. We fly back to the UK where we are met and transferred back to our local area.

Ship: Porto Mirante

Specially adapted to the special features of the Douro and its locks and made its maiden voyage in 2024. It offers space for up to 120 guests in 60 cabins. On board, guests have access to two restaurants and a fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment. In addition, the newest Douro ship in the fleet has a panoramic lounge with bar and a skylounge that extends over two decks. Other features of the ship include an on-board store, a spacious sun deck with a pool and sun loungers. An elevator connects all decks (except the sun deck). The ship is fully air-conditioned. There are 24 spacious cabins on both the Diamond Deck and the Ruby Deck, each with a French balcony inviting you to enjoy the beautiful view. On the Emerald Deck, the 2-bed cabins have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins face outwards and are perfectly equipped with a flat-screen TV, included minibar, Nespresso® machine, beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and WC and leave nothing to be desired.

Holiday Inclusions

• Return coach travel to / from airport

• Flights & transfers

• Cruise Amenities

• Itinerary & sightseeing as stated

• Pickup & drop off service (see back cover)

• Transport for excursions where necessary

• Full board on the boat with all-inclusive drinks & dinner

• Bed an breakfast at the overnight hotel.

Viva Cruises

12700

BCH ABTOT TRADING CHARTER (& BOOKING CONDITIONS)

Please keep this for your records. PAGE 1 of 2

1. Financial Protection

Your contract is with Barnes Coaches Ltd. Of Woodside Rd, Swindon, SN3 4AQ. When you book a holiday with us, which does not include a flight, the money you pay us for the booking will be protected by Bonded Coach Holidays (BCH) and the Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited (ABTOT), this is a Government approved consumer protection scheme. The scheme will also ensure your repatriation in the event the company becomes insolvent. Our Trading Charter and Booking Conditions set out clearly and simply the responsibility we have to you and in turn, you have with us, when a contract is made. Please see the Consumer Guarantee at https://www.abtot.com/bch-abtot-members-directory/ There is no financial protection if you purchase just transport or accommodation-only from us. We fully comply with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. The combination of travel services offered to you is a package holiday within the meaning of the Regulations. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying to package holidays. Barnes Coaches Ltd. will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the holiday and providing assistance if you are in difficulty. Your key rights will be in the details of the tour which will be provided prior to booking.

Booking and Payment

When a booking is made, the ‘lead name’ on the booking guarantees that he or she is 18 or over and has the authority and accepts on behalf of the party the terms of these booking conditions and pays the deposit indicated in the brochure and as confirmed in the pre-contract information. After we receive your booking and all appropriate payments, if the arrangements you wish to book are available, we will send you or your booking agent a confirmation invoice within 14 days. This confirmation will include any special requests we have agreed. All monies paid to your booking agent are held by them on your behalf until we issue our confirmation invoice, thereafter your booking agent holds the money on our behalf. A binding agreement will come into existence between us when we dispatch this invoice to the ‘lead name’ or your booking agent. Please check the confirmation carefully to ensure all the information is correct. This contract is governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts.

• Single occupancy of rooms, when available, may be subject to a supplementary charge and these will be shown in the brochure. You can book by paying a deposit for each person named on the booking, but our commitment is always conditional upon the balance being paid as below.

• Deposit £40 per person (unless stated otherwise for a specific holiday) The balance of the price of your holiday must be paid at least 8 weeks before your departure. If you book within our balance due period, you will need to pay the total holiday cost at the time of booking. If the balance is not paid in time, we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and apply the cancellation charges set out in the paragraph below. The date of cancellation will normally be the date we receive your written confirmation that you intend to cancel or 15 days after the balance due date, whichever comes first.

• Where optional items are purchased as part of the holiday, these are payable on the balance due date except where items, such as theatre tickets, have been specifically purchased for you. In this case the cost will be payable at a separate date notified to you and will not normally be refunded unless we obtain a refund from the supplier we use.

3. Brochure Accuracy

Although Barnes Coaches Ltd. make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the brochure information and pricing, regrettably errors do sometimes occur. You must therefore ensure you check the price and all other details of your holiday with us at the time of booking and when you receive our confirmation invoice.

4. Our Pricing Policy

Barnes Coaches Ltd. endeavour to ensure that the most up to date and correct prices are shown in our brochure. Occasionally, an incorrect price may be shown, due to an error. When we become aware of any such error, we will endeavour to notify you at the time of booking (if we are then aware of the mistake) or as soon as reasonably possible. We reserve the right to cancel the booking if you do not wish to accept the price which is applicable to the holiday. Local Authorities in many towns and cities throughout Europe have introduced new tourist taxes which must be paid directly to the hotel by all guests in person. These taxes are not included in our prices, but we will notify you when applicable.

Holiday prices include all travel, hotel accommodation and meals as specified in the holiday description and VAT payable in the UK where applicable. The price of the holiday will not be subjected to any surcharges except those arising from exchange rate changes, transportation including the price of fuel, air & ferry operator fares and tolls, embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals, duties and taxes (including the rate of VAT). Even in these cases we will absorb the cost equivalent to cost of the first 2% of the holiday price. Amounts more than this plus £1 administration fee and Travel Agents commission will be surcharged to you. If this means the total cost of the holiday increases by more than 8% then you are entitled to cancel your holiday and receive a full refund of all monies paid except any insurance premium and amendment charges. We will communicate the options with you either through email or letter, with a reminder if necessary. If you exercise the right to cancel, we must receive written notice within 20 days of the date of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the holiday costings are based on rates as of 10/05/2025. £1 = 1.18 Euro, £1 = 1.10 Swiss Franc, £1 = 5.03 Polish Zlotych

5. If you change your booking

If, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish to change to another of our holidays or change departure date, we will do our utmost to make the changes, but we cannot guarantee to do so. However, notification must be received in writing at our offices from the person who signed the booking form, at least 7 weeks before departures. This must be accompanied by a payment of £25 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations cannot be made within 7 weeks of departure and any such request for an alteration will be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges set out in paragraph below. Some arrangements cannot be changed without paying a cancellation charge of up to 100% of the ticket cost.

6. Transferring your booking

You can transfer your booking to somebody else, but the person must satisfy all the conditions of the holiday and you must inform us either by letter or email no less than 7 days before departure. This transfer will cost £25 plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring payment before the balance due date. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate liability of the transferee to us.

7. If you need to cancel your holiday

You or any member of your party, may cancel your holiday at any time provided the cancellation is made by the person signing the booking form and is communicated to us in writing via the office who made your original booking. You must pay cancellation charges to cover our administration costs and to compensate for the risk of us not reselling the holiday. If the holiday is resold a refund will be made. Your cancellation will take effect from the date on which we or our agent receive your written confirmation of your cancellation. You must also return any tickets or vouchers you have received. A reduction in room occupancy may increase the charges for the remaining passengers by the application of supplements for low occupancy of rooms. Where bought in supplies, such as ferries, hotel accommodation etc have been bought in on your behalf, and where the terms and conditions of the supplier are nonrefundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the nonrefundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges will be applied to the remainder:

Period before departure cancellation Cancellation

You may cancel your holiday without paying any termination fee before the start of the holiday, in the event of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances occurring at the place of destination or its immediate vicinity, for instance, if there are serious security problems at the destination which are likely to affect the package.

8. Alterations to your holiday by us

We hope that we will not have to make any change to your holiday but, because our holidays are planned many months in advance, we sometimes do need to make minor changes. We reserve the right to do this at any time. We will let you or your booking agent know about any important changes as soon as possible, including the minimum number of passengers required on the trip. If after booking, and before departure, we make a major change to your holiday, you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday without penalty or transferring to another holiday without any charge. In either case, we will pay you compensation, according to the scale set below. A major change includes the time of your departure or return time by more than 12 hours, a change in departure point, location of resort or type of hotel, a change in cross channel travel, or specification of the coach. If we tell you about any of these changes after we have confirmed your holiday booking (other than force majeure), you may either:

• accept the new arrangements offered by us; or

• accept a replacement holiday from us of equivalent or similar standard and price (at the date of the change), if we can offer you one; or

• cancel your holiday with us and receive a full refund of all monies.

Either way, we will pay you compensation, using the Compensation table shown:

PERIOD BEFORE DEPARTURE IN WHICH A AMOUNT

SIGNIFICANT CHANGE IS NOTIFIED TO YOU PER PERSON

More than 42 days

29-42 days

Nil

£10 15-28 days

8-14 days

0-7 days

£15

£20

£25

IMPORTANT NOTE Compensation will not be payable if the holiday is cancelled because the number of persons booked is less than the number required, or for events beyond our control, which include: war, threat of war, riots, civil disturbances, terrorist activity and its consequences, industrial disputes, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemics, health risks and pandemics, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers; hurricanes and other actual or potential severe weather conditions and any other similar events. You are also advised to check with The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advice Unit regularly at > www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/travel-abroad prior to travel.

All holidays operate if the minimum number of participants is met. However, in no case will we cancel your holiday less than 4 weeks before the scheduled departure date, except where you have failed to pay the final balance or because of force majeure (force majeure means an event which we or the suppliers of the services in question could not foresee or avoid and is therefore beyond our control).

9. Our responsibility to you

We accept responsibility for ensuring the holiday which you book with us is supplied as described in our publicity material and the services offered reach a reasonable standard and if you are in difficulty, we will assist you. If any part of our holiday contract is not provided as promised, you may terminate the contract without paying a termination fee and we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected your enjoyment of your holiday. We will, however, not be liable if there are any unforeseeable or unavoidable actions of a third party not connected with our travel services, or there were unavoidable or extraordinary circumstances, or the lack of conformity is due to a traveller in the party. We accept responsibility for the acts and/or omissions of our employees, agents and suppliers except where they lead to death, injury or illness. Our liability in all cases shall be limited to a maximum of twice the value of the original holiday cost (not including insurance premiums and amendment charges). We accept responsibility for death, injury, or illness caused by the negligent acts and/or omissions of our employees or agents together with our suppliers and sub-contractors, servants and/or agents of the same whilst acting within the scope of, or during their employment in the provision of your holiday. We will accordingly pay to our clients such damages as might have been awarded in such circumstances under English Law. In respect of carriage by air, sea, tunnel and rail and the provision of accommodation our liability in all cases will be limited in the manner provided by the relevant international convention.

If we make any payment to you or any member of your party for death or personal injury or illness, you will be asked to assign to us or our insurers the rights you may have to act against the person or organisation responsible for causing the death, personal injury or illness. This clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter for excursions or activities during or outside of your holiday. If you or any member of your party suffer death, illness or injury whilst overseas arising out of an activity which does NOT form part of your holiday, we may offer guidance and where legal action is contemplated and you want our assistance, you must obtain our written consent prior to any proceedings (We limit the cost of our assistance to you or your party to £5,000 per party)

BCH ABTOT TRADING CHARTER (& BOOKING CONDITIONS)

Please keep this for your records. PAGE 2 of 2

10. If you have a complaint

If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform your Tour Manager, your driver or the relevant supplier/resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint cannot be completely resolved locally, you must complete a Holiday Report Form which can be obtained by your driver or local representative, which you should keep. Our contact number, for unresolved complaints will be our office number on 01793 821303 (open in office hours) If you remain dissatisfied please follow this up within 14 days of your return home by writing to Barnes Coaches Ltd. giving your original booking reference number and all other relevant information, including the reference of the Holiday Report Form. It is therefore a condition of this contract that you communicate any problem to the supplier of the services in question AND to our representative whilst in resort and obtain a written report form. If you fail to follow this simple procedure, we cannot accept responsibility as we have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify the problem. Should you wish to pursue the complaint further, BCH ABTOT have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from them. Please contact them at ABTOT 69 Leadenhall Street London EC3A 2BG.

11. Our Coaches

We will always use our reasonable endeavours to provide a coach to the specification in our brochure or advert but reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle should there be unforeseen circumstances. There is a seating plan but, in some cases, operational reasons may require a coach with a different configuration. We reserve the right to alter a coach seating plan and allocate seats other than those booked. Single passengers may be required to share a double seat with other single passengers. When your booking is confirmed, you will be offered the best seats that are available at that time. If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be booked and paid for in advance, at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated to you is insufficient for your needs and there is no alternative seating available, then you will be refused access to the coach and any payments made will be liable to forfeiture.

Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches operating a feeder service between joining points and main holiday departure points or on coaches that carry out transfers between airports, seaports etc.

12. Hotel Facilities

Some hotel facilities and entertainment may be withdrawn for routine maintenance or be subject to seasonal availability and provision of the facilities cannot be guaranteed. Single occupancy of rooms may be subject to a supplementary charge.

13. Health and Safety

In some foreign countries, standards of infrastructure, safety and hygiene may be lower than those to which we are accustomed in the UK. You should therefore exercise greater care for your own protection. There may be countries that we visit that have special medical requirements for tourists. These regulations are subject to change and our clients are responsible for complying with entry and current health requirements. If you are not sure of the health requirements for the country you are visiting, you are advised to check with your own GP before travelling. You are also advised to refer to the Department of Health leaflet “Health Advice for Travellers”.

Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period. If you are planning to undertake a journey of more than three hours, you should consult your doctor, if you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, stroke, and heart or lung disease or If you have had major surgery in the past three months.

We reserve the right to refuse any booking in the absence of a doctor’s certificate confirming that you are fit to travel. Where we provide comfort stops you are encouraged to walk around. Exercise reduces any discomfort, which may be caused by periods of immobility. NO SMOKING is allowed on our coaches (including E-Cigarettes) and we do not allow pets or any other animals, although we accommodate registered assistance dogs, but not on overseas holidays.

14. Travel documents, itineraries, pick-up points and passports

For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10-year British Passport (machine readable) valid for a further 6 months after your holiday. If you do not hold a full British Passport or have any doubts about your status as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassies or Consulates of the Countries to be visited to confirm the Passport or visa requirements when you book. We cannot accept responsibility if passengers are not in possession of the correct travel documents. For full details on passport requirements, please contact ‘the identity and passport service’ on 0300 222 0000 > www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

In relation to holidays in the European Union or a requirement to travel through an EU Member State, you are responsible to ensure that you have any necessary entry documents as required by the EU including any required compliance with the EU’s ‘ETIAS’ system, for more information on which see www.etiasvisa.com. We cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to do so.

You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents. Barnes Coaches Ltd. reserve the right to modify itineraries to conform with requests from competent authorities both within the UK and abroad.

Excursions which are included in the cost of your booking are detailed on the brochure page and refunds will not be made for excursions not taken. Optional excursions booked and paid for in resort do not form part of your booking. Admission fees to buildings may not be included in the price of the holiday, please check.

For travel in the European Union or Schengen area a valid GHIC is required. (General Health Insurance card ) Available free of charge from the NHS, valid for 5 years.

15. Special Requests

All special needs and requests, if agreed, should be entered on the booking form and be included in the confirmation of the holiday. These cannot be guaranteed except where confirmed as part of our holiday commitment to you and are detailed on your holiday booking confirmation. We are keen to ensure that we plan the arrangements for your holiday so that special needs and requests can be accommodated as far as possible. If you will need assistance or may be unable to fully enjoy all aspects of your holiday you must tell us in advance so that we can maximise your enjoyment of the holiday. We will need to know if you will need special facilities in the hotel, taking part in the excursions or have difficulty boarding and travelling on the coach or other means of transport. Before booking your holiday, you should be sure that you and your party are both physically and mentally capable of completing the itinerary. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact Barnes Coaches Ltd. If you will require a special diet please tell us at the time of booking, or as soon as you are medically advised, together with a copy of the diet.

16. Passengers with disabilities

We want everyone to enjoy our travel arrangements. We are happy to advise and assist you in choosing a suitable holiday. But, as some of the accommodation and resorts featured may not cater for even minor disabilities, it is important that, when booking, you advise us of any disability, specific need or complex need you may have and any special requirements that will make sure the holiday is suitable. If a passenger requires personal assistance (for example, assistance with feeding, dressing, toileting, mobilising) then this passenger must travel with an able-bodied companion or carer and written confirmation that such assistance will be provided for the entirety of the holiday is required at the time of booking. Coach drivers/Tour Managers are unable to provide such assistance.

Important You must tell us if you have an existing medical condition, disability or complex need that may affect your holiday or other group members’ enjoyment of it before you book your holiday. We reserve the right to request a doctor’s certificate confirming the passenger is fit to travel. If, in our reasonable opinion, your chosen holiday is not suitable for your medical condition or disability, we reserve the right to refuse your booking. You are responsible for bringing with you the proper clothing and equipment, which we advise you about in our printed trip information. We want you to enjoy your holiday and will help you select an appropriate trip.

17. Passenger Behaviour

We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. You are responsible for your behaviour and hygiene and the effect it may have on others. If you or any other member of your party is abusive, disruptive or behaves in a way that could cause damage or injury to others or affect their enjoyment of their holiday or which could damage property, we have the right to terminate your contract with us and we will have no further liability or obligation to you. The coach driver/representative, ship’s captain, or authorised official is entitled to refuse you boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unacceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being violent or disruptive. If you are refused boarding on the outward journey, we will regard it as a cancellation by you and we will apply cancellation charges. If on your return journey, we have the right to terminate the contract with you. We also request that mobile telephones are not used on the coach.

18. Travel Insurance

We strongly advise that you take out personal travel insurance for the trip. We have arranged travel insurance with Wrightsure which is outlined below. You may use an alternative insurer, but you must advise us. The insurance should cover medical and repatriation costs, personal injury, loss of baggage and cancellation charges. If you do not have adequate insurance and require our assistance during your holiday, we reserve the right to reclaim from you any medical repatriation or other expenses which we may incur on your behalf which would otherwise have been met by insurers. You must advise us if you use an alternative insurer, the policy number and 24-hour contact number.

19. Luggage

Please restrict your luggage to a suitcase weighing no more than 20 kgs per person. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless through our negligence. Please do not leave valuable items in your suitcase when left on the coach. Please contact us for our policy on mobility scooters.

20. General Data Protection Regulations

We comply with the GDPR 2018 Regulations, our data controller is Matt Barnes and our data protection policy can be requested rom Barnes Coaches Ltd. Of Woodside Road, Swindon, SN3 4AQ

21. Emergency Contact

Our emergency contact details are Tel: 01793821303 Email: travel@barnescoaches.co.uk

PUBLICATION DATE : This brochure was printed in the UK by Barnes Coaches in May 2025.

Additional Holiday Information

Luggage - We ask you to keep luggage down to one medium sized suitcase per person, but a small holdall can also be taken on board the coach.

Itineraries, free days and included excursions - The itinerary, free days and included excursions for your chosen tour are summarised on the appropriate brochure page. In many cases these actually indicate the days on which certain excursions or free days will occur. If there are any known variations between the brochure and the final itinerary up to two weeks prior to the date of departure these will be notified to you before departure. In some instances, where drivers’ hours rules, local conditions, adverse weather or events beyond our control occur, the driver/courier may change the order or sequence of the itinerary or replace any excursion with an alternative excursion of equal value. Variations between the brochure itinerary and the final itinerary will not entitle you to compensation where such variations are a consequence of nonsignificant changes to your holiday.

Twin bedded rooms - In some European countries twin bedded rooms may comprise what appears to be one bed but having a double base and headboard with separate mattresses and a duvet or bedding. A three bedded room is often a twin bedded room with an extra bed added.

Ground floor accommodation - There is usually a limited number of ground floor or lower floor rooms available and requests for this accommodation must be made in the “Special Requirements” section of the booking form, but this type of accommodation cannot be guaranteed. If lifts are available at a hotel the facility will be shown on the brochure page.

Hotel accommodation - The hotels we use have been carefully chosen and we have been visiting many of them for several years. Standards vary across the country and across the countries of Europe. Full details are given in the individual hotel descriptions, including the official rating where one exists. The absence of a rating does not mean the hotel is of lower standard, but simply that an official rating is not available in that country or has not been sought by the owners.

Special requests - If you have any special requests these must be notiﬁed at the time of booking and entered on the booking form and we will endeavour to forward these but regret that such special requests cannot be guaranteed nor shall we accept any liability for failure to provide a special request.

Holiday Travel Insurance

Our Client Holiday Travel Insurance is available for all eligible passengers travelling on our holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited and underwritten by AWP P&C SA and administered in the UK by Allianz Partners, a trading name of AWP Assistance UK Ltd. AWP Assistance UK Limited is registered in England (registration number 1710361). Registered office: PO Box 74005, 60 Gracechurch Street, London, EC3P 3DS. AWP Assistance UK Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) (Firm reference number 311909).

AWP P&C SA is authorised and regulated by L’Autorité de Contrôle Prudentiel et de Résolution in France. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority (Firm reference number 534384) and limited regulation by the Prudentail Regulation Authority.

Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 311394) and is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768.

Should you wish to take out this travel insurance, please include the appropriate premium when booking your holiday.

DEMANDS AND NEEDS

This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen circumstances/events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified sums insured.

IMPORTANT

We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information.

We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour emergency service from Allianz Assistance.

The following is a brief summary of the cover available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance.

HEALTH DECLARATION AND HEALTH EXCLUSIONS

It is very important that you read the following and, where necessary, declare any pre-existing medical conditions.

For UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man trips only (except Air & Cruise Holidays) You will not be covered under this policy for any claims arising as a direct or indirect of any pre-existing medical condition, unless you can comply with the following:

1. You are fit to travel and undertake your planned trip when you take out this policy, book your trip or at the time you travel (whichever is later).

* Excess only applies for cancellation of a journey over three days in duration (Nil for Loss of Deposit).

PROTECTING YOUR INFORMATION

We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be found on our website or is available in hard copy format upon request and you should read this carefully and contact us immediately if you have any queries. Your personal information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance policy (we will not ask for more information than is necessary).

We may share your data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing performance of your insurance policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of the personal information you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable Data Protection regulations and legislation.

TRAVEL INSURANCE PREMIUMS INCLUDING INSURANCE PREMIUM

TAKE AT THE CURRENT RATE ARE SHOWN BELOW. THESE PREMIUMS ARE FROM 1ST JUNE 2025

DURATION UK EUROPE, CHANNEL ISLANDS

LEVEL OF MEDICAL COVER PROVIDED

This is not a private medical insurance policy and only gives cover for emergency medical treatment and/or transport in the event of an accident or unexpected illness occurring during your trip.

This also means that any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions). This applies even if the person with the medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider.

RESIDENCY

You must have your primary residence in and be registered with a doctor in the UK, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man; and have not spent more than six months abroad during the 12 months before this policy was issued or your trip was booked (whichever is later).

SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS

• Any existing medical conditions unless they have been declared to (where appropriate) and accepted by the insurer.

Your intentional self-harm or if you attempt or commit suicide.

An epidemic or pandemic, except when an epidemic or pandemic is expressly referenced in and covered under Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay or Emergency Medical/Dental Cover Abroad.

• Terrorist events.

• Any travel supplier’s complete cessation of operations due to financial reasons, with or without involving insolvency or bankruptcy.

For full terms and conditions and your policy contact details please refer to your policy wording.

Barnes Coaches Limited is an appointed Representative of Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the FCA (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts.

2. Following any claim investigation, your doctor confirms they would have agreed with or recommended your travel plans when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later).

3. You are not travelling for the purpose of having medical treatment or a consultation during your trip.

4. You are not awaiting any medical tests, investigations or surgery, or the outcome of any tests or investigations when you take out this policy or book your trip (whichever is later).

For trips outside of the UK plus all Air & Cruise Holidays:

You will not be covered for any claims arising as a direct or indirect result of any pre-existing medical condition if, in the 12 months before taking out this policy or booking your trip (whichever is later), you:

1. Were prescribed medication;

2. Received treatment or consulted a doctor or other medical practitioner for any medical condition;

3. Attended a hospital or a clinic as an outpatient or inpatient;

4. Were referred for tests, investigations, treatment or surgery, or are waiting for either results or a diagnosis;

5. Had any symptoms of an undiagnosed medical condition or have had a terminal illness; unless you have told us about the pre-existing medical condition and we have agreed in writing to cover it.

TO DECLARE a pre-existing medical condition(s), you should contact insurers confidential medical screening service on 02392 419063 as soon as possible after taking out this insurance policy and/or booking your trip.

Based on the medical information you provide, it will be confirmed to you if cover can be offered for your declared pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), and if an extra premium needs to be paid. Occasionally, insurers may need you to get extra medical information (at your cost) from your doctor to enable us to make a decision.

If an extra premium is required, cover will not start until this has been paid in full and we have issued written confirmation.

If we are unable to cover the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions), this will mean that you and any other person insured by us will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims arising from the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions). This applies even if the person with the pre-existing medical condition (or conditions) decides to buy cover from another provider. Each person insured by us would still be covered for any unrelated (or conditions), subject to the terms and conditions of this policy.

FOR ALL TRIPS - YOU WILL NOT BE COVERED IF:

• Following any claim investigation, your doctor confirms they would not have agreed with or recommended you travel as planned either when you took out this policy, booked your trip or at the time you travelled (whichever is later).

• You know you will need medical treatment or a consultation at a medical facility during your trip.

• You are travelling specifically for the purpose of having surgery, medical procedures or hospital treatment, whether medically necessary or not.

• You had been diagnosed with a terminal illness prior to the date you took out this policy or booked your trip (whichever is later).

Exclusions relating to the health of someone not insured on this policy, but whose health may affect your decision whether to take or continue with your trip:

You will not be covered for any directly or indirectly related claims (see note at the end of this section) arising from the health of a travelling companion, someone you were going to stay with, a family member or a business associate if at the time your policy was issued:

• You were aware they had undiagnosed medical condition(s) for which they were awaiting tests, investigations or the results of these;

• You were aware that their medical condition(s) were unstable, were likely to get worse in the next 12 months or they had been diagnosed as having a terminal condition.

Note: Only claims relating to a medical condition where any of the above apply will be affected. This includes indirectly related claims. For example, if someone breaks a bone and a doctor confirms it is related to an existing diagnosis of osteoporosis (brittle bone disease), this would not be covered if we have not agreed in writing to cover the osteoporosis.

HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM

All claims should be made direct to Allianz Assistance. Please visit the website: www.allianz-protection.com. This will lead you to insurers online claims notification service where claim forms can be completed directly from the site. Alternatively, please phone: 0208 666 9233 and ask for a claim form alternatively write to: Wrightsure Travel Claims c/o Allianz Partners PO Box 7807, Bilston, WV1 9QS or email: travel.claims@allianz-assistance.co.uk

You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from www.fca.org.uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct

Should you have personal circumstances, for which you may need additional support or accommodations, please let us know and we will do our best to support you. These could include issues with sight, hearing impairments, capability restrictions, welfare/health issues or anything else you feel is important for us to know about.

If our chosen insurance provider, Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited are unable to offer you the travel insurance cover you require, or your premium is

than you expected because you have serious medical conditions, you may be able to get help by accessing the Money and Pensions Service travel directory or by calling 0800 138 7777 (lines are open Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm).

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Holiday Pickup Information

Holidays 3 Days & Under:

We will pick you up from a central point (selected by us) in any town or village covered by the free pickup area below.

Holidays 4 Days & Over:

SAVE £20 PER PERSON with our Money-Saver Pickup Points listed below!

OR Home Pickup & Drop Off Service

Our FREE PICKUP AREA is shown on the map below, if you live in the OUTER PICKUP AREA of our map, we will be able to pick you up for a small surcharge of £20 per person.

Map Key:

Our free pickup area

Our outer pickup area, pickup fee of £20pp.

LIVE OUTSIDE OF OUR PICKUP AREA?

Why not opt to stay at a local hotel within our pickup area map the night before & after yourholiday with us, we can then arrange a pickup & drop off from this point. See our website for our *Local Hotel Pickup Package* with the Blunsdon House Hotel.

EXCITING NEWS!

Please visit our website to view our full holiday pickup area which covers: Wiltshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire & Hampshire. You can also complete our precise postcode checker: barnescoaches.co.uk/holiday-pickups Or call our team on 01793 821303

Money-Saver Pickup Points

If you would prefer to be picked up from one of the points listed below on a holiday tour 4 days & over, we can apply a £20 PER PERSON DISCOUNT to your booking as a thank you!

(These are also the points we are able to pick you up from if you are travelling with a mobility scooter.)

Our holiday pickup area has recently been extended! All holidays now offer a Reading area pickup option. NEW POINT ADDED! - Arle Court, (between Cheltenham & Gloucester)

• Swindon, Bus Station

• Swindon, Greenbridge

• Aldbourne, The Square

• Blunsdon House Hotel

• Chieveley, Service Station

• Chisledon, Esso Station

• Cirencester, Co-op Petrol Station, A417

• Cricklade, Town Hall

• Highworth, Brewery Street Car Park

• Leigh Delamere, Service Station

• Marlborough, Polly Tea Rooms

• Newbury, The Wharf (Coach Bays)

SAVE £20 PER PERSON BY JOINING US AT A MONEY-SAVER PICKUP POINT LISTED HERE!

• Royal Wootton Bassett, The Crown

• Reading, Service Station

• Shrivenham, Barrington Arms

• Wroughton, Ellendune Centre Barnes Coaches Ltd, Unit E, Woodside Road, South Marston, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 4AQ 01793 821303 | barnescoaches.co.uk | travel@barnescoaches.co.uk

How to receive our next brochure: Our next new holiday brochure will be released in November 2025 and will include tours for Spring, Summer & Autumn 2026. If we have posted this current brochure to you, then good news! You will now be on our mailing list to receive our next brochure automatically. (This will also be the case if you have booked a holiday with us.) If you are however a new customer, and would like to ensure you keep receiving our brochures in the future, please contact us to be added to be added to our mailing list.