FLIGHTS OF REMEMBRANCE

The West Country not only offers some excellent attractions, it also boasts some of England’s finest cities, steeped in history, dating back to Roman and medieval times. The maritime city of Bristol is without doubt one of the UK’s most popular city break destinations, and the ancient city of Bath is renowned for its historic architectural splendour.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ Seating & Legroom

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 2 nights half board

✓ Entrance to Oakham Treasures

✓ Bristol Packet Boat Cruise & SS Great Britain

Not Included: All lunches.

Friday We travel south to Oakham Treasures, one of the largest privately owned museums of retail and farming history in the UK that guarantees to give you an amazing and uplifting trip down memory lane.

Whether you are 8 or 80, you will be fascinated by this vast and unique collection of memorabilia from the last century. There really is something for everybody, from the thousands of items in the historic stores, to the impressive display of vintage tractors and farm equipment. From here it is a short drive to our hotel and our 2-night stay.

Saturday This morning we board a Bristol Packet boat for a tour of the city docks with a live and entertaining commentary to see the sights of Bristol and learn about the city’s history and culture. Following our cruise, we visit the Dockyard to discover Brunel’s SS Great Britain, said to be the ship that changed the world!

Sunday Departing our hotel, we visit the beautiful city of Bath, where you will have opportunity to explore the most renowned parts of the ancient city, which are conveniently concentrated in the compact city centre. Explore the Abbey, Roman Baths and view the famous Pulteney Bridge or just relax on the banks of the River Avon. You may also wish to take a boat trip on the river or enjoy an open top bus tour of the city centre to learn all about the history of this fascinating city. We return home during the early evening.

The Battle of Britain was a major air campaign fought largely over southern England in the summer and autumn of 1940, in which the RAF defended the United Kingdom against large-scale attacks by Nazi Germany’s air force, the Luftwaffe. Join us on this memorial tour to Kent to discover why, in the words of Sir Winston Churchill, “Never was so much owed by so many to so few”!

Your Holiday Itinerary

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 2 nights half board

✓ Entrance to Bentley Priory Museum, RAF Hendon, Battle of Britain Museum at Hawkinge, RAF Memorial Capel-leFerne & RAF Manston

Not included: All lunches.

Friday We head to Bentley Priory Museum, to uncover the fascinating story of this beautiful Grade II listed country house, focusing on its role as Headquarters Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain. Explore the important stories of those who defended our skies and those who worked tirelessly on the ground that allowed Britain’s darkest hour to also be her finest hour. We continue to RAF Hendon – a museum that celebrates the story of aviation from the Wright Brothers to the RAF of the 21st century, with one of the world’s finest collections of legendary aircraft and associated exhibits. We then continue to our hotel for our 2-night stay.

Saturday We visit the Battle of Britain Museum at Hawkinge, a former RAF base where much of the 1960’s film about the battle was filmed; the museum has many of the aircraft used in the film plus an incredible collection of memorabilia. Next, we continue to the striking RAF memorial at Capel-le-Ferne, dedicated to those who flew and gave their lives in the Battle of Britain.

Sunday Departing after breakfast we visit RAF Manston where we see the Spitfire and Hurricane Museum and small museum dedicated to the RAF Station. We continue to Canterbury before returning home during the late afternoon.

Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel, Folkestone HHHH

Holland House perches proudly at the edge of Bristol Harbour, a colourful hub of culture and creativity. Like the city surrounding it, our hotel fuses classic and contemporary with ease, with 275 modern luxury rooms. It features an indoor pool, a fitness suite, and the on-site Urban Bar & Kitchen restaurant. All rooms are en-suite, and many have views over Redcliff Church. Each also features a TV, a mini-bar, and facilities for making tea and coffee. Full English breakfast is served each morning in the Urban Bar & Kitchen, where guests can also enjoy a meal or drink at the bar.

Supplements

Double for Sole Use: £80 | Holiday Insurance: £23 (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

The 4-star Best Western Plus Burlington Hotel is a charming Victorian building in the West End of Folkestone. Set in tranquil surroundings and overlooking the English Channel, this familyfriendly hotel was built in the 1890’s and still holds its Victorian charm, whilst offering all the mod cons you’d expect of a contemporary hotel. Just a 10-minute walk from Folkestone’s town centre.

Supplements

Single Room: £40 | Holiday Insurance: £23

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)

CHATHAM HISTORIC DOCKYARD & Leeds Castle

HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW & Windsor Castle

On this fascinating tour we step back in time and explore a wonderful selection of historic treasures, where there are stories around every corner. We go behind the scenes of the award-winning TV adaption of “Call the Midwife” at Chatham Dockyard and visit Leeds Castle which is often referred to as the ‘loveliest castle in the world!’

Your Holiday Itinerary

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 1 night half board

✓ Entrance to Chatham Historic Dockyard with “Call the Midwife” Tour and Leeds Castle

Not Included: All lunches.

Sunday We head to Chatham Historic Dockyards. If you’re one of the many fans that fell in love with the award-winning TV adaptation of, Call the Midwife, then you can jump into the heart-warming world created by Jennifer Worth with the Official “Call the Midwife” tour. Led by your very own costumed midwife you will walk along the roads, and pass slums and warehouses which are the midwife’s backdrop as they cycle around the east end. We also have time to discover one of Britain’s leading maritime heritage attractions with Three Historic Warships, a working Victorian Ropery, Historic Lifeboat Collection, Dockyard Railway, Hearts of Oak digital theatre and play areas, plus magnificent collections from two national museums

Monday We depart our hotel for Leeds Castle where we enjoy a self-guided visit. This elegant 12th century castle rises majestically from the waters of its moat and is surrounded by 500 acres of interesting parkland and gardens. Find out about the Castle’s 900-year history – from being a Norman stronghold through 300 years of Royal ownership to then becoming Henry VIII’s resplendent Tudor Palace. We return home during the early evening.

The RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the world’s biggest annual flower show. Marvel at the beautiful flowers in the rose marquee and the innovative conceptual gardens showcasing the next big names in garden design. Watch demonstrations by celebrity gardeners around the showgrounds and get the latest gardening tips.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ Seating & Legroom

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 1 night half board

✓ 1 Day Entrance Ticket to the Hampton Court Flower Show

✓ Entrance to Windsor Castle

Not Included: All other meals.

Friday Today we visit Hampton Court Flower Show, where we join the thousands of gardening fans looking to enjoy the abundance of floral delights. There will be water gardens, conceptual gardens, contemporary and traditional gardens to suit all tastes. Hundreds of the UK’s best nurseries will fill the floral marquees. There are hundreds of opportunities to buy gifts, floral art and floristry. Fruit and vegetables will also be a major part of the show, so overall it makes a glorious day out! Later, we continue to our hotel for dinner and our overnight stay (Dinner will be served in a Private Meeting Room).

Saturday After breakfast we head for Windsor, this Royal town has always been a popular choice. We have included entrance to the magnificent castle and the remainder of your time can be spent browsing the shops, or why not head to the river and enjoy a lovely sail. We return home during the late afternoon.

A charming 4-star hotel in Rochester, Bridgewood Manor is the perfect destination for visitors who wish to explore scenic Kent. Restaurant, bar/lounge, outdoor patio area, leisure club & spa with indoor swimming pool. Level entrance, easy access throughout. Lift to all floors, with 2 purpose built disabled rooms on the ground floor.

The Radisson Blu Edwardian, Heathrow is decorated with glass chandeliers, an ornate marble staircase and striking Eastern artwork. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature Egyptian cotton bed linen, tea and coffee facilities, satellite TV with up to 300 channels. Bathrooms feature Italian marble and come equipped with bath, shower and complimentary toiletries. Leisure facilities include spa, gym, sauna & steam room. Supplements Double

(All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)