Whittles Holiday Brochure 2026 by Johnsons Coaches

Go Whittle! Welcome to Whittles Centenary Year!

As we approach our 100th birthday, I had the great pleasure of chatting with Ron Whittle recently. I wanted to hear again how Whittles came to be and how it became a travel company, but Ron also peppered our conversation with great nuggets from his family’s past.

If you don’t know, Whittles was founded in 1926 when Ron’s dad was 21. He and his brother bought a pony and cart. They would drive miners to Highley Colliery, work a shift, then drive the colliers back home.

In 1930 the Whittles bought their first charabanc. They continued to provide transport, however, it wasn’t possible to operate holidays without an extended tour license. One of these was eventually acquired in 1970. Ron remembers that the first Whittles holiday was to Bournemouth, so that’s where we have decided to hold our ‘Centenary Celebration’ next year. There will be entertainment in the hotel, a toast to our first 100 years with the Whittles team and a birthday cake. Come and join in the fun!

The ﬁrst Whittles continental holiday was to Paris and Ron drove the group himself. That was a bit of a trip into the unknown and it wasn’t without its challenges. We are recreating that tour too, but without the challenges. We’ve booked a 5-star hotel for you.

The touring brand ‘Go Whittle’ was established, which we have decided to reinvent for our 100th anniversary year. Where you see the ‘Go Whittle’ sign, we are offering a little extra for our centenary. There will be a courier on board as well as a driver, plus complimentary tea or coffee on board and a welcome glass of ﬁzz at the hotel.

The team has delved into Whittles history to bring back a tour programme we hope makes the best of our past whilst looking towards the future with excitement. You may have noticed too that we've had a slight change of colour scheme to mark our golden occasion. We hope you’ll ﬁnd holidays within these pages that will entice you to ‘Go Whittle!’

Thank you and enjoy leaﬁng through the 2026 centenary programme.

Rob Head of Holidays

Look what’s included in a Whittles holiday:

/ Door to Door home pick up service (on most holidays –see individual pages for details)

/ Comfortable and relaxing coach travel

/ Services of your friendly and professional driver

/ High standard of hotels with good food

/ Varied sightseeing excursions

/ All admission prices listed in the itinerary

/ All ferry costs

/ Afternoon tea box on outward journey

Exclusions:

Hotel extras such as room services and snacks

Gratuities

Lunches unless stated

Travel insurance

Your Coach Holiday

For your comfort, relaxation and safety – our touring coaches are equipped to a high speciﬁcation – with seat belts, air conditioning, curtains/blinds, reclining seats and DVD, plus a toilet on board too.

Your Seat Reserved

Once booked, your seat number is reserved for the whole holiday. Please note that you are required by law to wear your seat belt at all times when the vehicle is in motion.

Go Whittle!

To celebrate our centenary year we've decided to reintroduce our much-loved brand, Go Whittle!, which graced the side of our coaches for decades. In this brochure there are four tours branded 'Go Whittle!', which will have a few extra whistles (or maybe whittles!) and bells, such as a courier on board, tea/coffee on your outbound and return journeys and a glass of ﬁzz at your hotel, or an appropriate attraction, to toast our anniversary.

Insurance

Due to FCA regulations, we cannot offer Travel Insurance but recommend that you take out your own policy, especially for medical expenses on continental holidays. Please note that it is compulsory for all passengers travelling overseas to obtain travel insurance. Regrettably however in the event that we have to cancel the holiday for any reason we are unable to refund any privately purchased insurance.

Your Holiday Hotels

Our hotels are carefully chosen. Please advise of any special requests such as a low ﬂoor room or particular room request at time of booking. If you have special dietary requirements, we also need to know at the time of booking so that we can pass the information to the hotel.

Booking Your Holiday

How to book your holiday…

Call our friendly and experienced team on 01562 820002 where we will only be too pleased to help you with your booking.

Browse our website and book online at www.whittlecoach.co.uk – Payment is secure, you can pay with a debit or credit card and receive an instant booking conﬁrmation.

Visit our office: Foley Business Park, Stourport Road, Kidderminster, DY11 7QL – Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm

Joining our Holidays is easy

‘Free Door To Door Home Pick Up Service’

For complete peace of mind we have included Door to Door Home Pick Up Service. It is free from anywhere in Zone 1 on the map illustrated. If your home is in zone 2, we can still collect you at an additional cost of £25 per person.

Park and Ride

Drive to our coach depot on Stourport Road Kidderminster and leave your car in our secure car park for the duration of your holiday or short break. You are welcome to use our comfort facilities whilst you wait.

Paying For Your Holiday...

and Collect

You might prefer to be dropped off and collected by friends of family from our coach depot in Kidderminster, or our feeder vehicle meeting points at Wolverhampton, Warndon or Worcester.

Low Deposit! To conﬁrm your booking a £65 per person deposit is required.

Unsure? You can hold a provisional booking without obligation for up to 2 weeks. Pay! Payment can be made by cash, cheque, credit/debit cards or bank transfer. Spread the Cost! The ﬁnal balance is due 8 weeks prior to date of departure –interim payments can be made until then if your prefer.

Your Travel Pack! Once paid you will receive your ﬁnal travel pack 7 days prior to your holiday. This will contain luggage labels, pick up time, hotel contact information, itinerary and any extra information.

Where would the Whittles team like to travel next year?

Rob (Head of Holidays) –It's so tricky to choose one holiday, but I'll plump for Romantic Highland Journeys. I love railways; it's such a lovely way to travel, particularly if there's a whiff of steam too. And the Highland scenery is world class!

Kerry (Reservations/ Operations) – I've so many memories of Whittles over the years, but my choice would Newquay. It's such a lovely place to be, with the added bonus of visiting St Ives, Falmouth and even the Isles of Scilly!

Robbie (Product Manager) –With interesting excursions and superb scenery, will Northumberland be my pick? Whay aye! It's also uncrowded, like a best-kept secret. And our hotel is right next to the River Tyne, with riverside promenade and the spectacular Tyne bridges overhead.

Danni (Reservations/ Operations) – It sells out quickly every time we offer it, plus I've heard so many good reports from customers, so would I recommend Abba Voyage? I do, I do, I do, I do I do!

2 days / 1 night

5 Star London Weekend Break

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• One departure point from Whittles

• Bed & Breakfast at your hotel

• Use of leisure facilities

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

A great opportunity has arisen to stay at a 5 star hotel in London at great value. The Courthouse Hotel in Shoreditch sits in the midst of Shoreditch’s creative hub. Set in a Grade II Listed Baroque building which was once Old Street Magistrates Court and Police Station, this was the scene of many high-profile court cases, not least the East London mobsters, the Kray Twins. As well as holding such notorious criminals, the police station also held Eric Arthur Blair, better known as George Orwell of ‘1984’ and ‘Animal Farm’ fame. Despite the history of the Courthouse, we hope you’ll find nothing criminal in this great value Whittles weekend at a luxury 5 star hotel!

Itinerary

Day 1 – To get us quickly on our way we’ve decided to use just one departure point at the Whittles depot in Kidderminster. Please feel free to leave your car with us if necessary in our parking spaces. We then hotfoot to London for a night at the Courthouse. From here on in the time is yours to spend as you wish and maybe even take in a show.

Day 2 – We include breakfast at the Courtyard Hotel, after which you have more free time to explore London. We will depart in the early evening for the journey back to Kidderminster.

Tower Bridge

5 days / 4 nights

The Duke of Cornwall Entertainment Break

Blow away those cobwebs with a great value entertainment break to the Duke of Cornwall hotel at the heart of Plymouth Hoe. Included excursions take us out and about into scenic Cornwall and we also include a tour and tasting of Plymouth Gin Distillery, the oldest working distillery in Britain.

Included excursions

Looe & Plymouth Distllery

Courthouse Hotel, London

Shoreditch HHHHH

Aside from its fascinating history, the hotel has 86 rooms and 42 suites, all individually designed with stylish furnishings. The hotel also boasts an indoor pool, gym, sauna and steam room, open to all guests. Unusually, the hotel also has a 2 lane bowling alley for hire, whilst its restaurant retains many of the courthouse’s ornate features and the ‘Jailhouse’ bar has replaced the cells which housed the Kray Twins. Just make sure you don’t end the evening with a ‘Slammer’!

Dates & Prices (Bed & Breakfast)

Saturay 31st January-Sunday 1st February 2026

Single Supplement

£199

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Cream Tea on the free day

• Nightly entertainment with 2 nights’ live entertainment

• Nightly half-price drinks promotion

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Bodmin Jail and Plymouth Gin Distillery tour

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

We enjoy time in the enchanting Cornish coastal gem that is Looe, with its sandy beach, ﬁshing port and lovely seaside views. On our return journey we call in at Britain’s oldest working gin distillery, Plymouth Gin, established in 1793, where we learn about the gin-making process and taste the end product.

Bodmin, Trago Mills & Bodmin Jail

We head inland to one of Cornwall’s oldest towns, Bodmin, where we visit the fascinating Bodmin Jail attraction and enjoy some free time before our return to Plymouth. We will also make a stop at Trago Mills shopping outlet on the return journey for a little retail therapy.

Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Plymouth HHH

A landmark hotel built in gothic style in 1863, the Duke of Cornwall proudly overlooks Plymouth’s maritime landscape. Poet Laureate Sir John Betjeman described it as “one of the nation’s ﬁnest examples of Victorian architecture”. Explorer Ernest Shackleton stayed here before embarking on his infamous Antarctic expedition and also housed the surviving crew on their return from the sinking of the Titanic. We’ve booked a special entertainment break with evening entertainment and half-price on selected drinks between 7-10pm. Rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has lifts.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Monday 23rd-Friday 27th February 2026

Single Supplement

£545

£0 (limited availability, after which supplements may apply)

Your Hotel

Your Hotel:

Plymouth Gin

4 days / 3 nights 5 days / 4 nights

In the run up to Whittle’s 100th birthday, we asked Ron Whittle whether he could recall the first ever holidays operated under the Whittle banner. For several decades previously the company had transported workers, then day trippers. You couldn’t operate package tours without an ‘extended tour license’, however, one was acquired in 1970. The very first Whittles holiday destination was Bournemouth, so we thought it would be a great opportunity to book two coaches worth of accommodation at the lovely Suncliff Hotel in the Dorset resort. There will be entertainment in the evenings, including a birthday celebration with Whittles Centenary cake, with the Whittles team on hand to celebrate with you in style – just like the very first tour! Go Whittle!

Included excursions

The New Forest & Beaulieu National Motor Museum

We traverse the New Forest on our way to Beaulieu, where your ticket includes entry to the Motor Museum, home to 280 vehicles, from Formula 1 cars to land speed record breakers. You can also visit Palace House, once the gatehouse to Beaulieu Abbey and home of the Montagu family since 1538. Or there is the ruined Beaulieu Abbey itself. And why not take a ride on the Monorail or Veteran Bus during your stay.

Dorchester & Weymouth

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Go Whittle! courier on board

• Complimentary Tea/Coffee on board on days 1 and 5

• Half-board at your hotel

• Entertainment on 2 evenings, including Birthday Celebrations

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Beaulieu

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Dorchester is the ﬁctional Casterbridge in Thomas Hardy’s novels, with historic buildings galore and several museums to explore. We continue to Weymouth, a resort with lots of character.

Salisbury

Spend time a day in Salisbury, Wiltshire’s majestic cathedral city. Take in the abundance of historic buildings, not least the cathedral itself, which boasts Britain’s tallest spire at 123 metres.

Suncliff

Bournemouth HHH

The Suncliff boasts traditional yet contemporary design, offering warm hospitality for a relaxing break by the sea. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, restaurant, bar, lounge and lift. During our stay there will be at least 2 nights’ entertainment, including our Whittles Centenary evening with live music.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Monday 23rd-Friday 27th March 2026 £599

Single Supplement £0 (limited availability, after which supplements may apply)

Hotel,

Your Hotel:

Beaulieu Motor Museum

4 days / 3 nights 6 days / 5 nights

Romantic Highland Journeys

We have decided to run one of our most popular tours twice in our centenary year, with a departure in the early season and one in the autumn colour. Imagine three completely contrasting train excursions on one tour, from the pastoral Strathspey Steam Railway chugging gently along a preserved heritage line, to the iconic Jacobite Steam Train crossing the most photographed glen in Scotland on the glorious Glenfinnan Viaduct. Then there’s the Kyle Line, crossing the mountains on its way to the coast, within touching point of Skye. And that’s just the trains!

Included excursions

Aviemore Steam Railway & the Spey Valley

After a little free time in Aviemore we board the Strathspey Steam Railway for the 45-minute journey through the Spey Valley, surrounded by the Cairngorms in all their glory. We also enjoy some free time in lovely Grantown on Spey. Kyle Line & Skye

We board the ScotRail service in Inverness for ‘one of the most beautiful rail journeys in Europe’, according to Michael Palin. Our Head of Own Products, Rob, put rail holidays together for 15 years and he agrees. It’s a coast-to-coast spectacular through rugged mountain scenery, then descending through watery landscapes and places like Plockton, where Hamish MacBeth was ﬁlmed. Journey’s end is Kyle of Lochalsh, from where our coach collects you to sightsee on the Isle of Skye.

We board our train in Fort William for the two-hour journey to Mallaig, absorbing beautiful views of lochs and mountains. After crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films, but whose real highlight is the extraordinary vviews of Glenshiel, the terrain is rocky before the Small Isles of Rum, Eigg and Muck tantalisingly dot in and out of sight. At Morar you can see the tiny unspoilt beaches with their silver sands, before journey’s end at Mallaig. The coach returns us via Glenfinnan and the Caledonian Canal.

Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore HHH

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Excursions as described

• Journeys on the Strathspey Steam Railway, Kyle Line & Jacobite Steam Train

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Based in the village of Newtonmore within the Caingorms National Park, all rooms have TV, hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel has a restaurant, lounge and bar. There is no lift but rooms are on the ground floor or first floor. All rooms have walk-in showers.

Jacobite Steam Train

Your Hotel:

Scotrail Rail Journey

The Torquay Steam Spectacular Go Whittle! Back to the 70s Mini-Cruise

Step back in time on two of the southwest’s loveliest heritage railways. The South Devon Railway and the Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway were once part of the same Great Western Railway network, yet they are so contrasting. On this tour we enjoy both, plus a boat cruise and lots of entertainment and activities at our Torquay base.

Included excursions

South Devon Railway & Brixham

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Nightly entertainment and many activities at the hotel

• Excursions as described

• Rides on the South Devon Railway and Dartmouth Steam Railway

• Boat trip on the River Dart

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Closed to passengers in 1958 but thankfully preserved by volunteers as a heritage railway, the South Devon Railway runs for 6 ½ miles between the charming stations of Totnes and Buckfastleigh through tranquil woodlands alongside the River Dart. We’ll have time for you to visit the railway’s small museum, if you wish, before heading for the coast for free time in Brixham.

The Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway

Similar in length to the South Devon Railway, but so different in terms of scenery, the Dartmouth Steam Railway rose from the ashes of a line closed in 1968. It’s hard to believe now that this experience could have been lost forever. Leaving Paignton there are incredible coastal views to the left, particularly around Goodrington Sands, with its colourful beach huts. Around halfway through the journey focus switches to the right, with boats bobbing in the Dart Estuary and Dartmouth in the distance. A short ferry takes us across to Dartmouth, where we enjoy a boat trip on the River Dart.

We are beginning to work with Ambassador Cruise Lines to bring you great value ocean cruises in the future. For 2026 we thought we’d offer a taster cruise, sailing from London Tilbury to Portsmouth via Zeebrugge, with transfers to and from the ship and a Whittles courier on board. It’s a great chance to see whether cruising is your thing, superb value and, what’s more, onboard entertainment is 1970s themed, which fits with when Go Whittle started to run holidays!

Included On-Board

Price Includes:

• Coach travel to Tilbury and from Portsmouth

• Door to Door service

• Go Whittle! courier on board

• Complimentary Tea/Coffee on board the coach

• Breakfast, lunch and 5 course evening meals

• Nightly live entertainment from well-known acts

• Lots of daytime activities on board

• Use of gym, swimming pool and hot tubs

• Inside Cabin (upgrades to Outside Cabins, Balcony Cabins and Suites are available)

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey Not Included:

• Drinks on board

• Gratuities (£7 per person per night, payable on board)

• Shore excursions

All meals are included on board the ship, which includes breakfast, lunch and 5-course evening meal. You also have access to the ship’s leisure facilities and entertainment programme. The theme for this mini-cruise is ‘Back to the 70s’ and there will be 1970s-themed quizzes and cabaret shows that take you back in time. Whilst the artists are subject to change, at the time of writing scheduled to appear are Odyssey, known for their infectious rhythms and soulful melodies, including ‘Native New Yorker’ and ‘Going back to my Roots’. Also scheduled is the much-loved 1970s act, The Real Thing, whose hits included ‘You to me are Everything’ and ‘Can’t get by without you’. 5 days / 4 nights 3 days / 2 nights

Ambition

Hotel, Torquay HHH

Part of the Torquay Leisure Hotels group, the Derwent Hotel is home to the Starlight Lounge, with entertainment during your stay. Additionally, there is an indoor swimming pool and even indoor bowls rinks on the complex. Meals are buffet style and there is a lift to most bedrooms. Rooms have TV, hairdryer, Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities.

Hotel: Dates & Prices (Full Board) Saturday 4th-Monday 6th April 2026 £399 (sharing an inside cabin) Outside Cabin £479 (sharing)

Ambition has several restaurants, a choice of bars and the Palladium, where the evening entertainment happens. There’s also a spa, a gym, open air swimming pool, hot tubs and sun deck. Cabins have as a minimum 140 square feet of space, twin or double beds (except a small number of smaller single cabins), TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a shower room.

Cabin

(sharing)

(limited availability)

4 days / 3 nights 5 days / 4 nights

Flavours of Flanders & Floral Brussels

Here’s another new tour for 2026 that you won’t find anywhere else. British tourists have been travelling to the Dutch bulbfields by coach since at least the 1950s, even before the famous Keukenhof gardens were a thing. Imagine a moated chateau on the outskirts of Brussels, where planters from Keukenhof itself designed spring floral displays. Combine this charming mini-Keukenhof with a lovely day in Ghent and a visit to the poignant In Flanders Fields Museum in Ypres and you’ve experienced the wonderful variety of our small neighbour.

Included excursions

Floralia at Chateau Grand Bigard

The moated castle in its magnificent park forms the setting for Floralia Brussels. Each spring, the extravagant floral exhibition of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths delights visitors' senses anew. Its colourful floral labyrinth is a true feast for the eyes! Ghent and Boat Trip

Bruges has become quite difficult to visit by coach, so we have opted for its quieter but equally beautiful near neighbour, Ghent. With its gabled houses, gentle waterways and incredible St Barf’s Cathedral, Ghent is one of Europe’s most underrated gorgeous cities. The altarpiece at St Baaf’s, Van Eyck’s ‘Adoration of the Mystic Lamb’ is considered to be the artist’s masterpiece. We include free time in Ghent, with an included boat trip along its waterways.

Ypres & In Flanders Fields

We visit the lovely town of Ypres, torn apart by the ravages of World War One just before the founding of Whittles, yet rebuilt exquisitely. We include entrance to the In Flanders Fields Museum, contained within the town’s ornate centrepiece, the Cloth Hall. There is also free time to explore the town, maybe visit the poignant Menin Gate or sample a Belgian beer in one of the many cafes ﬂanking the main square.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Return ferry crossings

• Half-board at your hotel

• Use of leisure facilities

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Floralia in Brussels

• Boat Cruise in Ghent

• Entrance to In Flanders Fields Museum

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Mövenpick Hotel, Brussels HHHH

Situated on the outskirts of Brussels, the Mövenpick offers modern comfortable rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi, 55 inch TV, minibar, desk, Nespresso machine and tea station, luxury toiletries, and bathroom with walk-in shower. The hotel also has a lift, restaurant and bar.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Your Hotel:

In Flanders Fields

4 days / 3 nights 6 days / 5 nights

Killarney & the Ring of Kerry

Killarney and the Ring of Kerry are known the world over and represent all that is best about Ireland’s relaxed way of life and magnificent scenery. The area is home to great attractions and vistas, from the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountain range to historic castles, stately homes and the ancient woodlands of Killarney National Park. Treat yourself to the Irish classic!

Itinerary

Day 1: We travel to Holyhead for the ferry crossing to Dublin. On arrival we transfer to Bray, just down the coast from Dublin, where we spend our ﬁrst night at the Wilton Hotel.

Day 2: We make the short journey into Dublin for a couple of hours’ free time before continuing to Castleisland and our County Kerry Hotel, the River Island Hotel, base for the next three nights.

Day 3: Killarney, Jaunting Car Ride & Lake Cruise. We spend time in lovely Killarney itself and enjoy a traditional jaunting car ride through the National Park to Ross Castle, followed by a scenic lake cruise.

Day 4: Ring of Kerry. A highlight of the tour, the Ring of Kerry, formed during the last ice age, is a picturesque peninsula with traditional villages, lush countryside and ocean views. This all makes for a wonderfully scenic coastal drive.

Day 5: We depart Castleisland, spending time in the village of Blarney near Cork, famed for the ‘Kissing the Blarney Stone’ ritual atop the ruined castle. Our journey ends today on the quayside in Waterford with a night at Dooley’s Hotel.

Day 6: We catch the ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke and return home.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotels

• Excursions as described

• Entertainment in Castleisland

• A drink with dinner (in Castleisland)

• Jaunting Car ride

• Lake cruise

• Ring of Kerry excursion

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

River Island Hotel, Castleisland HHH

A lovely family-run hotel situated in the heart of the market town of Castleisland. All en-suite rooms have TV, telephone and room service. The hotel has a restaurant, lift, bar and grill.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

10th-Friday 15th May 2026

© Tourism IrelandJulia Weigl

Your Hotel:

Killarney

Louise Palanker

Jaunting Car Ride

© Fa ilte Ireland.

2 days / 1 nights

ABBA Voyage London City Break

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• One departure point from Whittles

• Bed & Breakfast at your hotel

• Ticket for ABBA Voyage

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

ABBA Voyage has been incredibly popular over the past year, with many of our trips selling out quickly. Here’s your opportunity to combine the ABBA Voyage show with a more leisurely experience, including a night in London, giving you free time in the capital. We asked Danni whether she fancied coming along too and she replied “I do, I do, I do, I do, I do”! *

Itinerary

Saturday: We depart promptly from our depot in Kidderminster for London, where we enjoy a free afternoon to explore the capital at leisure. In the evening we transfer to the ABBA Arena at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to experience a show like no other, with a 10 piece live band playing timeless classics alongside digital avatars of the original four members. We spend one night with bed and breakfast at our hotel. Sunday: We include another free day in London before departing late afternoon for an evening arrival back in Kidderminster.

*Sorry Danni

Holiday Inn Express

London Limehouse HHH

Situated, as the name suggested, in the Limehouse district of the North Bank of the Thames, Limehouse station and DLR stop is a short walk away. Breakfast is included and rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, TV and coffee maker.

Dates & Prices (Bed & Breakfast)

5 days / 4 nights

Stunning Shanklin & the Isle of Wight

The popular ‘Diamond Isle’ is noted for its warm climate, stunning scenery and friendly welcome. Shanklin is a pretty coastal resort on the tip of Sandown Bay, offering a safe, sandy beach and pretty old village.

Included Excursions

Cowes & Osborne House

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Use of the hotel’s leisure facilities

• Entertainment most evenings

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Osborne House

• A ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

We visit Cowes, best known as the world’s premier yachting centre, followed by Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s residence on the ‘Diamond Isle’. Marvel at the sumptuous décor of the Royal Apartments and take an intimate glimpse into the private life of the Victorian royal family.

Ryde & the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Step back in time at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. The nostalgia doesn’t stop with the steam train itself, as the journey trundles gently through beautifully preserved stations and quintessential countryside. We end the day at Ryde, one of the island’s biggest towns.

Shanklin Hotel HHH

Situated in an excellent position overlooking Sandown Bay, all rooms feature hairdryer, TV and hospitality tray.

Facilities include lounge, restaurant, dance ﬂoor with regular entertainment, indoor swimming pool and lift.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

20th-Sunday 24th May 2026

Your Hotel:

Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Tower of London

4 days / 3 nights 5 days / 4 nights

Coast & Gardens of North Devon

Picturesque North Devon has some of the most beautiful coastline in the country, with miles and miles of golden sands, breathtaking cliffs and unspoilt fishing villages.

Our base for this holiday is the charming Durrant House Hotel on the outskirts of the market town of Bideford, set on the estuary of the River Torridge, a peaceful spot from which to explore the coastlines and gardens of delightful North Devon.

Included excursions

RHS Rosemoor & Bideford

We visit RHS Rosemoor – a delightful garden that blends formal and informal plantings to magical effect. Explore the rose gardens, the long borders, the exotic gardens, and all the seasonal delights at this stunning garden. Afterwards, we have free time to explore the ancient seaport of Bideford, delightfully set on the banks of the River Torridge.

Boscastle, Tintagel & Bude

Today we have a full day out taking us into Cornwall. First, we take a short break in the pretty ﬁshing village of Boscastle before continuing along the coast road to Tintagel, where the ruined castle is the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. Leaving Tintagel our ﬁnal stop today is in the delightful holiday resort of Bude.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Excursions as described

• Entry to RHS Rosemoor

• Entry to Marwood Hill Gardens

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

We head for the popular seaside resort of Ilfracombe, a pleasant town with grand Victorian villas, whitewashed houses and a quaint heritage harbour and quayside. Later we visit Marwood Hill Gardens. In 1949, Dr Jimmy Smart a former WW2 ships doctor retired to North Devon and designed this horticultural paradise.

The Durrant House Hotel offers a high standard of accommodation and comfort. Facilities include the oakpanelled Olive Tree restaurant, bar and ballroom. All bedrooms are ensuite and include television and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift to the 1st and 2nd ﬂoors.

& Prices (Half Board)

Ilfracombe & Marwood Hill Gardens

Durrant House Hotel, Bideford HHH

Tintagel Castle

Marwood Hill Garden

© Sarah DoffmanUnsplash

4 days / 3 nights 8 days / 7 nights

Island of Jersey

Located approximately 100 miles south of mainland Britain and only 14 miles from the coast of France, the influences of both countries are obvious on the enchanting island of Jersey. All this, combined with a moderate climate, rugged cliffs, clear blue skies and delightful towns provides for an interesting and relaxing holiday.

Itinerary

Day 1: After a local pick-up we travel south to catch the Condor ferry to Jersey. Luggage arrangements are similar to airports, with trolleys available for luggage to be checked in.

Days 2-7: At leisure in Jersey. Your local courier will, however, offer local excursions (at extra charge). So, relax or explore – the choice is yours. Day 8: We catch the Condor ferry back to the mainland, where our coach will be waiting for you to return you home.

Excursions

We do not include excursions on this tour as our coach cannot travel with you. Your local courier will, however, offer you a range of trips (at additional cost) to some of the island’s best attractions.

Please note that on some occasions, due to tides, the Condor ferry schedule may be amended.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Return Condor ferry crossing

• Transfers to and from the hotel on Jersey

• Half-board at your hotel

• Use of leisure facilities

• Services of a resort representative

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Norfolk Hotel, St Helier HH

A lovely family-owned hotel located a few minutes’ walk from the town’s shopping district. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, bar, games room and rose garden with koi pond.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Your Hotel:

Jersey War Tunnels

5 days / 4 nights

Summer in Sidmouth Eastbourne

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Excursions as described

• Seaton Tramway journey

• River Exe Cruise

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Known as the ‘Jewel of the Jurassic Coast’, this lovely unspoilt resort, with Regency architecture, elegant promenade and red sandstone cliffs, overlooks the waters of Lyme Bay on a stretch of World Heritage coastline. With its mild climate, Sidmouth is a town for all seasons, where you can enjoy gentle walks along the seafront into parks and gardens with stunning views.

Included Excursions

Lyme Regis and Seaton Tramway

Lyme Regis is a historic seaside town in its own right, with its museum and famous Cobb harbour. During the day we also take a journey on the nostalgic and scenic Seaton Tramway, a three-mile narrow gauge track running alongside the River Axe through wetlands reserves with an abundance of wildlife.

Exmouth & the River Exe Cruise We visit the seaside resort of Exmouth, where artists and poets have been inspired over the centuries. Since the Regency period people have been visiting Exmouth to enjoy the scenery, its two miles of sandy beaches and World Heritage Jurassic Coast. We include a circular River Exe cruise from Exmouth Marina with onboard commentary on the sights, history and wildlife of the area.

Bedford

Hotel, Sidmouth HHH

Situated right on the promenade, just yards from the sea, the Bedford Hotel is the pride of the Pyne family and offers traditional warm hospitality. Rooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant, two lounges, sea view bar and a lift.

Eastbourne offers three miles of splendid flat promenades, the world-famous carpet gardens, which are a constant spectacle of beauty and colour, tea dances in the Winter Gardens and bands in the bandstand. It’s a traditional and truly timeless resort with lots of sun, sand and simple pleasures.

Included Excursions

Beachy Head & Brighton

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Evening entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Entrance into the Royal Pavilion

• Ride on the Bluebell Railway*

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

We take a drive via dramatic Beachy Head, the highest chalk sea cliffs in the UK, and the Sussex Coast on our way to Brighton for the day. Here we have free time in the resort and also an included visit to the Royal Pavilion, an exotic palace built for King George IV that mixes Regency grandeur with the visual styles of India and China. Lewes & the Bluebell Railway

We start the day with a trip into yesteryear on the Bluebell Railway. One of Britain’s best preserved heritage railways, our journey begins at Sheffield Park station, trundling through lovely Sussex countryside en route to journey’s end at East Grinstead. Afterwards we call in at Lewes, surrounded by the chalk cliffs of the South Downs with plenty of welcoming cafes and a Norman castle dominating the town.

Imperial

Hotel,

Eastbourne HHH

The Imperial is set just off Grand Parade, giving easy access to both the beach and town centre. The hotel has comfortable lounges, two bars, a coffee shop, lift and live entertainment in the evenings. Rooms have ﬂatscreen TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Supplement £0 (limited availability, after which supplements may apply)

*The railway usually operates with steam trains, however, on rare occasions may have to replace with a diesel locomotive for operational reasons or weather conditions.

Your Hotel:

Bluebell Railway

Go Whittle! Europe

We wanted to celebrate Whittles’ centenary year in style, but also offer tours relevant to the Whittle family’s background. We managed to catch up with Ron Whittle to talk about the early days of touring with Go Whittle. The first ever Whittles continental tour was to Paris, driven by Ron himself. Those were pioneering days and not without challenges. Not so here though, as we’ve arranged a 5 star hotel for this special break and excursions designed to give you a flavour of the ‘City of Light’.

Included excursions

Paris River Seine Cruise & Montparnasse Tower

Today we get to know Paris on a morning boat cruise on the River Seine, followed by an afternoon at leisure. This is followed by an evening visit to the Observation Deck of Montparnasse Tower, with a glass of Champagne on arrival to toast the centenary year of Whittles. Whilst the Eiffel Tower is probably the city’s most famous icon, a trip to the top of Montparnasse Tower is highly recommended as if affords unparalleled views of both the Eiffel Tower and many other landmarks.

Montmartre Guided Tour

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Return ferry crossings

• Bed & Breakfast at your hotel

• Go Whittle! courier on board

• Complimentary Tea/Coffee on board on days 1 and 4

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Montparnasse Tower with glass of ﬁzz

• Boat Cruise on the River Seine

• Guided walking tour of Montmartre including funicular to Sacre Coeur

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Today begins with a guided walking tour of Montmartre, part of the Right Bank and known for its artistic history. Next stop is the Montmartre Funicular. We are taken quickly and safely to the top of the well-known steps up to the Sacre Coeur. Opened in 1990, it takes less than 2 minutes, saving us precious time! We have the chance to admire this striking Basilica before ﬁnding a nice spot for a leisurely lunch and an afternoon exploring at leisure.

This upscale hotel offers spacious designer rooms. Its restaurant, Quinte&Sens, has an open kitchen. You can also enjoy the bar, ﬁtness centre, Wi-Fi and a relatively quiet haven following the day’s sightseeing. Rooms are spacious, offering Wi-Fi, TV, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, iron and safe. The hotel has a lift.

5 days / 4 nights

Newquay & the Isles of Scilly

Newquay is the premier resort of north Cornwall.

Located on the Atlantic coast, Newquay is particularly noted for its fine, sandy beaches, including Fistral Beach, famed the world over for surfing. The town has a laidback charm, with a plethora of cafes, restaurants and bars. Take a stroll along the main streets and browse the many boutique style independent shops.

Included Excursions Isles of Scilly

A long day, enjoy the sub-tropical haven, just 28 miles off the Cornish coast. We travel by ferry and enjoy a tour by local coach. (Please be aware that due to timings the evening meal will be taken at a restaurant in Penzance).

St Ives & Falmouth

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Entertainment and leisure facilities

• Excursions as described

• Ferry trip to the Isles of Scilly, with coach tour

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

St Ives exudes a Mediterranean feel, with a maze of narrow streets, crescent shaped golden beaches, crystal blue waters and bustling harbour. Falmouth basks on the world’s third largest natural harbour and is warmed by the Gulf Stream, boasting a mild climate and four fantastic beaches. The town centre bustles with craft shops, fresh seafood sellers and harbourside restaurants.

Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay HHH

The Barrowﬁeld is ideally located just 200 metres from Tolcarne beach and a short stroll from the town centre. It boasts a restaurant, bar, lounge and indoor swimming pool, entertainment room, games room and lift. All rooms have TV and tea/coffee tray.

Dates & Prices (Half

5 days / 4 nights

Scarborough, Whitby & the Yorkshire Coast

As one of Britain’s first holiday resorts, Scarborough has been welcoming visitors for over 350 years.

The Victorians left a town with style, beautiful parks and gardens and bustling harbour. The sweeping north and south bays are separated by an imposing medieval castle perched on the headland.

Included Excursions Whitby

Whitby is a famous fishing port and was once home to Captain Cook. High above the harbour stands the 7th century Whitby Abbey, inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The charming Old Town is a great place to find Whitby Jet products and the harbourside boasts some of the best fish and chips in Yorkshire.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Evening entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway*

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Goathland & the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

We take a scenic ride through the North York Moors to Goathland, the pretty moorland village that featured as ‘Aidensﬁeld’ in the TV series ‘Heartbeat’. Our day then concludes with a spectacular ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, steaming across the heather moors on one of Britain’s longest heritage lines.

Esplanade Hotel, Scarborough HHH

The Esplanade sits in a commanding position overlooking Scarborough’s South Bay, beach and harbour. The hotel has comfortable lounges, a bar with access to a roof terrace for lovely views, lift and live entertainment in the evenings. Rooms have ﬂatscreen TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Saturday 25th-Wednesday 29th July 2026

Single Supplement £0 (limited availability, after which supplements may apply)

*The railway usually operates with steam trains, however, on rare occasions may have to replace with a diesel locomotive for operational reasons or weather conditions.

Your Hotel:

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Isles of Scilly Visit Cornwall

5 days / 4 nights

4 days / 3 nights

The Kingdom of Northumbria Edinburgh Military Tattoo

This stunning corner of England boasts some of the finest scenery, over 100 miles of heritage coast, magnificent gardens and many superb castles and fortifications, testimony to the region’s turbulent past.

Included Excursions

Alnwick Castle & Gardens

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Excursions as described

• Entrance to Alnwick Castle & Gardens

• Entrance to Bamburgh Castle

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Alnwick Castle was described by the Victorians as ‘Windsor of the North’ and known more recently as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter ﬁlms. At spectacular Alnwick Garden you can experience the Grand Cascade with its many weirs and fountains, the ornamental garden and many secret gardens.

Holy Island & Bamburgh Castle

Step We drive along the scenic heritage coastline and cross the tidal causeway to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, famous for its religious heritage and 16th century castle. We have time at leisure here before visiting Bamburgh Castle, stunningly located perched above the coastline. (Please note that Holy Island is subject to tidal conditions).

The Copthorne Newcastle has one of the best locations in Newcastle.

Step outside and you are on the banks of the Tyne, with its bridge and pleasant promenade lined with restaurants. Bedrooms are all facing the river, with views across, and have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a restaurant,

and

This dazzling show is a kaleidoscope of music, dance and display, staged against the matchless backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Spine-tingling sights abound as the massed bands march out across the drawbridge, the swell of their pipes and drums cracking through the night sky.

Included Excursions

Edinburgh Tattoo

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel (except on the evening of the Tattoo)

• Excursions as described

• Ticket to the Tattoo

• Gin Tasting

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

After a leisurely morning in Perth, we board our coach at lunchtime for Edinburgh. The afternoon is free to explore the city. In the evening we have a tattoo performance. Arrival back at the hotel will be late and please note that an evening meal is not included today.

St Andrews

St Andrews is famed as the home of golf, however, it has so much more to offer. A ruined castle and cathedral overlook the sandy beaches where ‘Chariots of Fire’ was ﬁlmed. St Andrews is a vibrant university town too, with a young feel, and of course it’s the place where Prince William met Kate Middleton. We end our day with a tour and tasting at a local gin distillery.

Salutation Hotel, Perth HHH

Situated in the heart of Perth city centre, all en-suite bedrooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a panoramic restaurant, bar and lift.

& Prices (Half Board)

©The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

4 days / 3 nights 6 days / 5 nights

The Manxman – The Magical Isle of Man

The Isle of Man adopts a wonderfully slow pace of life, enabling visitors to enjoy its fabulous scenery, enchanting glens, miles of uncrowded beaches and medieval castles. The island also exudes nostalgia, with glimpses of the past that will take you back to your youth; the railways founded in another age and with a whiff of steam in the air, the beautiful parks and gardens, and even horse-drawn trams, remnants of a much-loved bygone era. Introducing the Manxman!

Included excursions

Isle of Man Steam Train & Castle Rushen

Travel on the longest narrow-gauge line in the UK, a sixteen-mile journey from Douglas to Port Erin. We then continue to Castletown to visit Rushen Castle, one of Europe’s most ﬁnely preserved medieval castles. Peel and the House of Manannan

We head across the island to the western shoreline to pretty Peel and the House of Manannan, named after the island’s mythological sea god.

Manx Electric Railway, Laxey & the Snaefell Mountain Railway

We take the Manx Electric Railway north along the coast to Laxey, home of the world’s largest working waterwheel, named ‘Isabella’. We then take our seat for the spectacular Snaefell Mountain Railway to the summit of Snaefell, the highest point on the island.

Chesterhouse Hotel, Douglas HHH

Located on the seafront at Douglas, all rooms have TV, hospitality tray and hairdryer. There is a restaurant, bar, lounge and lift.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Return ferries between Heysham and Douglas

• Half-board at your hotel

• At least 2 nights’ entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Journeys on the IOM Steam Train, the Manx Electric Railway & Snaefell Mountain Railway

• Admission to Rushen Castle & House of Manannan

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

Your Hotel:

Snaefell Mountain Railway

Rushen Castle

Laxey Wheel

Go Whittle! England

the Yorkshire Coast

Here’s a special scoop for Whittle’s centenary year –how about a stay in a Yorkshire castle hotel that does not normally accommodate tour groups?! Cave Castle is located in exquisite grounds in the peaceful village of South Cave at the gateway to the gentle Yorkshire Wolds. Normally they just take individual bookings and golf parties, as there is a golf course in the grounds. However, Rob ran the South Cave 10k race recently (he didn’t quite finish last!), setting off from Cave Castle, couldn’t resist popping inside for a coffee and came away with a date for the Whittles Centenary. Go Whittle!

Included excursions

City of York & Boat Cruise on the Ouse York is one of those special cities. It is compact, offering lots of museums, independent shops aplenty, the lovely institution that is Betty’s and an almost complete city wall. That’s not all though, as the Minster is a sight to behold, one of this country’s greatest ecclesiastical landmarks. You can also lose yourself in York’s ‘snickleways’ the alleys in the old town, not least the beautiful cobbled ‘Shambles’. We also include a river cruise on the Ouse to give you a different perspective from the water.

Beverley

Close to our hotel is the historic market town of Beverley, the county town of Yorkshire’s East Riding and home to another spectacular Minster. It is well worth our half day visit.

The Yorkshire Coast

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Go Whittle! welcome drink at your hotel

• Go Whittle! courier on board

• Complimentary Tea/Coffee on board on days 1 and 5

• Half-board at your hotel

• Use of leisure facilities

• Excursions as described

• Boat Cruise in York

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

To add contrast to our stay we decided to venture to the Yorkshire coast for some traditional, old-fashioned seaside fun. There are miles of sandy beach, a charming little road train leading from ‘Brid’ to Sewerby Park along the coast and the mighty Flamborough Head dominating from the north, now very much a haven for nature.

Cave Castle Hotel, South Cave HHH

A most unusual ﬁnd for Whittles centenary year, Cave Castle Hotel is a 3 star hotel within a beautiful castle building. The site has a long history, though the current castle was built in 1875. Rooms are in the castle itself or adjoining building. There is lift access to most rooms. As well as its own golf course, the hotel has a renowned restaurant, bar, indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room.

Your Hotel:

5 days / 4 nights

The Crown Harrogate Entertainment Break

A great autumnal break awaits in England’s original spa town, Harrogate. Enjoy excursions into the scenic Yorkshire Dales and the thriving, historic city of York, which has a plethora of museums to choose from, and relax with entertainment at our hotel in Harrogate itself, where free time allows you to visit attractions such as Bettys or the Royal Pump Room Museum.

Included excursions

York

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Cream Tea on the free day

• Nightly entertainment

• Nightly half-price drinks promotion

• Excursions as described

• Tours of Black Sheep Brewery and Wensleydale Creamery

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

4 days / 3 nights

Weston Carnival & Festive Sparkle

A fabulous festive break embracing the Mardi Gras of the southwest! The hotel offers plenty of festive entertainment and includes an additional lunch. We include an excursion to Bath and the coach will be available for you to sit and watch the carnival celebrations.

Itinerary

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Festive entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Use of coach to watch the carnival

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

York is one of those special cities. It is compact, offering lots of museums, independent shops aplenty, the lovely institution that is Bettys and an almost complete city wall. That’s not all though, as the Minster is a sight to behold, one of this country’s greatest ecclesiastical landmarks. You can also lose yourself in York’s ‘snickleways’ the alleys in the old town, not least the beautiful cobbled ‘Shambles’.

Yorkshire Dales & Black Sheep Brewery

We make our way into the Yorkshire Dales, ﬁrst stopping off at Ripon. At Masham, on the edge of the National Park, we visit the Black Sheep Brewery for a tour and tasting, before ending the day in Hawes with a visit to Wensleydale Creamery to learn how the famous cheese is made.

Harrogate

A free day in Harrogate offers lots of options, such as the local institution, Bettys Tea Room, the Royal Pump Room Museum or even the ornate Turkish Baths. At the hotel we feature a cream tea today.

The Crown Hotel, Harrogate HHH

With a history dating back over 300 years, the Crown Hotel sits right at the very heart of Harrogate’s most popular attractions. We’ve booked a special entertainment break with evening entertainment and half-price on selected drinks between 5-8pm. Rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has lifts, though some rooms require access via steps.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Monday 19th-Friday 23rd October 2026

Day 1: We travel to Weston, arriving in the early afternoon. In the evening the coach will transfer you to watch the carnival as our permit allows us to park on the parade route.

Days 2-3: At leisure with an included excursion to Bath.

Day 4: We depart after breakfast and enjoy a few hours at the historic Gloucester Quays, with its outlet shopping and Waterways Museum, before heading home.

Anchor Head Hotel, Weston HHH

Splendidly situated on Anchor Head overlooking the bay between Weston’s two piers, close to the boating slipway, the Anchor Head has a small beach and promenade directly in front of the hotel. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a restaurant, bar, lounge and lift.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Friday 6th-Monday 9th November 2026

Your Hotel:

Your Hotel: Bath

4 days / 3 nights

Cromer Pier Show & Thursford

Christmas Spectacular

Enjoy seeing two fabulous Christmas spectaculars on one break! Thursford is the most popular Christmas show of all time in England, whilst the Cromer Pier Christmas Show is the celebrated only end of pier show in the world, one of the true live variety shows in Britain.

Included Excursions

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Festive entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Thursford Christmas Spectacular

• Cromer Pier Christmas Show

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

5 days / 4 nights

Bournemouth & Winchester Christmas Markets

Price Includes:

Bournemouth comes alive again in the fabulous festive season, with alpine Christmas markets filled with the sounds, sights and smells of the season of goodwill. With a visit to Winchester Christmas Markets too, as well as festivities in our hotel, join us for festive fun at that most wonderful time of the year!

Included excursions

Highcliffe Castle

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Festive entertainment

• Excursions as described

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

At Thursford each show is a pageant of spectacle and colour, a show that would not be out of place in any of London’s West End theatres. The Christmas Spectacular is an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fastmoving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year round favourites. With a cast of 130 this is the biggest Christmas show of its kind in Europe.

Cromer Pier Christmas Show

Enjoy the warmth of the Pavilion Theatre on Cromer Pier and watch the only end of pier show left anywhere in the world. It’s a classic variety show for modern times.

Hotel de Paris, Cromer HHH

A delightful Grade II listed building in the ﬁnest position in Cromer, the Hotel de Paris is by the shops and overlooking the pier and beach. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a bar, lounge and lift.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Former home of the Selfridges, though Highcliffe’s history goes back much further. Our visit includes entry to the castle and an introductory talk on the building’s varied history, plus refreshments too. The castle is being meticulously restored by volunteers who will happily share what they are doing with you, plus in December the house is usually ﬁlled with sparkling Christmas trees of all sizes to add to the festive cheer.

Winchester Christmas Markets

Spend time at Winchester’s lovely Christmas Market, set beneath the stunning cathedral and renowned for its bustling atmosphere, exquisite location and hand-picked, high-quality exhibitors.

Bournemouth Christmas Market

A free day in Bournemouth enables you to explore the resort and its colourful Christmas Market.

Suncliff Hotel, Bournemouth HHH

The Suncliff boasts traditional yet contemporary design, offering warm hospitality for a relaxing break by the sea. All rooms have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, restaurant, bar, lounge and lift. During our stay there will be traditional Turkey & Tinsel themed meals and entertainment.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Monday 7th-Friday 11th December 2026

Single Supplement £0 (limited availability, after which supplements may apply)

Your Hotel:

Cromer Pier Show

5 days / 4 nights

The Imperial Christmas Celebration

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

A Christmas festive break to the landmark Imperial Hotel, an imposing building with rich and varied history on Blackpool’s seafront. Blackpool’s illuminations remain lit for the festive period, we have a full programme of entertainment in the hotel and two excursions included to give you an enjoyable Christmas break on the Lancashire coast.

Itinerary:

4 days / 3 nights

New Year with the Mike James Orchestra

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Entertainment and extras as described

• Excursions as described

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

23rd December – We leave Kidderminster and journey north to Blackpool for a festive welcome at the Imperial Hotel featuring a glass of sherry and mince pie. After a seasonal carvery buffet, settle into an evening of musical entertainment. Christmas Eve – After a half-day excursion to attractive coastal Lytham St Annes, we enjoy afternoon tea at the hotel, followed by dinner and entertainment. Christmas Day – Christmas lunch is served with all the trimmings and live music. We’ll have a Christmas singalong during the day, as well as an evening buffet and prize bingo.

Boxing Day – Blow away the Christmas cobwebs with an excursion northwards into the Lake District. We stop in Bowness on Windermere, where you can browse the shops and admire the wintry landscapes of England’s largest lake. Back at the hotel we enjoy tea and cake and a quiz, followed by three-course gala dinner (smart dress code please) with live entertainment.

27th December – We depart Blackpool and make our way home.

The Imperial Hotel, Blackpool HHH

A landmark hotel with a fascinating heritage, steeped in history from the stunning ballroom to the Churchill Room to the No 10 bar. Host to many Royals and virtually every Prime Minister, US Presidents, Charles Dickens and The Beatles, Winston Churchill based himself at The Imperial in 1954, taking over the Smoking Room as his office. The room is now renamed in his honour. Rooms have TV, Wi-Fi, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Wednesday 23rd-Sunday 27th December 2026

Supplement

This year the Mike James Orchestra will be taking their popular New Year’s break to the Park Hall Hotel in Lancashire. It’s a great way to end the year, with star cabaret and entertainment every night, a gala dinner to see in the New Year and a night of dancing with Mike and the band, bringing you a truly special three-night break as the climax of Whittle’s centenary year. Cheers!

Itinerary:

30th December – We leave Kidderminster and journey north to Chorley, where you will be met at the Park Hall Hotel with a welcome drink and entertainment each afternoon, followed by star cabaret and music for dancing each night.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel

• Door to Door service

• Half-board at your hotel

• Entertainment and extras as described

• Evening’s music and dance with the Mike James Orchestra

• Excursions as described

• Ride on the East Lancs Railway

• Afternoon Tea Box on outward journey

New Year’s Eve – After a half-day excursion to the famous shopping outlet, Oswaldtwistle Mills, we enjoy a gala dinner at the hotel, followed by a night of music and dancing with Mike and the band.

New Year’s Day – Blow away the cobwebs and enjoy a whiff of steam on a nostalgic ride on the East Lancs Railway. Afterwards, we settle back into a ﬁnal evening’s entertainment at our hotel. 2nd January – We depart Chorley and make our way home.

Park Hall Hotel, Lancashire HHH

Set on the site of a former Benedictine monastery, this modern hotel features a restaurant, bar. Leisure club featuring gym and pool, plus it is possible to book spa treatments (extra cost). Rooms have free wiﬁ, hairdryer, ﬂat screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Dates & Prices (Half Board)

Wednesday 30th December 2026-Saturday 2nd January 2027

Supplement

Your Hotel:

Happy New Year!

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Deposit Payments:

£65 per person for all coach holidays in Britain and Europe. Cheques should be made payable to: Whittle Coach and Bus Limited. In some instances your accommodation and tour providers require a higher deposit than that stated above. In these instances we reserve the right to charge a higher deposit. For example, on ocean cruises the deposit will be 20% of the holiday price.

Your balance is due 8 weeks before departure date for all British and European coach holidays (18 weeks for ocean cruises). 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 may 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 Whittle Coach and Bus Limited 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.

Whittle Coach and Bus Limited 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 the cost of 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 10% 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 14 days of the date of the surcharge invoice. The currency exchange rate used in the holiday costings are based on rates as at 15th October 2023.

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. This must be accompanied by a payment of £20 to cover our administrative costs, plus costs we incur in making the amendment. Alterations may not be able to be made within 6 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 CAN YOU CHANGE THE PRICE OF MY PACKAGE AFTER YOU HAVE ISSUED THE BOOKING CONFIRMATION?

On all coach holidays, we operate a ‘No Surcharge Guarantee’. The price of your coach holiday is fully guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges.

7 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 £20 plus reasonable costs to make the transfer. You will remain responsible for ensuring payment. This is in addition to (and does not affect) the separate responsibility of the transferee to us.

8 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 non-refundable, these products will be charged to you at the full retail rate. If this applies, the non-refundable items will be deducted from your holiday costs and the following scale of charges (See Point 9) will be applied to the remainder:

9 SCALE OF CANCELLATION CHARGES

Period before departure Amount of within which written cancellation cancellation of package Charge as a % price is received of total package cost

COACH HOLIDAYS

More than 42 days Deposit only 28-42 days

or Deposit, if greater

days

Departure day or later including voluntary termination during the package Total package cost

OCEAN CRUISE HOLIDAYS

More than 120 days

You may cancel your holiday without paying any termination fee before the start of the holiday in the event of special circumstances, for instance if there are serious security problems at the destination which are likely to affect the package.

10 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. 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. (See Point 11)

11 ALTERATIONS TO YOUR HOLIDAY BY US

Period before departure in which signiﬁcant Amount change is notiﬁed to you or your agent per person

More than 42 days

£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.fco.gov.uk/travel 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).

12 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 action 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 £5000 per party).

IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT

If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform 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 01562 820002 (Open in Office Hours). If you remain dissatisﬁed please follow this up within 14 days of your return home by writing to the Office Manager at Whittle Coach and Bus Limited, 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 your complaint not be resolved and you wish to pursue the complaint further the Bonded Coach Holiday Group have an Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme and full details are available from BCH/CPT. Please contact them at, the Confederation of Passenger Transport, Fifth Floor South, Chancery House, 53-64 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1QS.

OUR COACHES-SEATING ARRANGEMENTS

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 given a choice of seats that are available at that time. 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.

If you feel that you require two seats, then these must be purchased in advance at the time of booking. If you fail to do this and it transpires that the seat allocated 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.

15 HOTELS & 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.

Single Room Occupancy: Single occupancy of rooms when available may be subject to a supplementary charge and this will be shown on the brochure page. Also these charges may vary once we have exceeded the available rooms within our initial allocation from the hotel. Any applicable supplementary charges will be advised to you at the time of booking by a member of our Reservations Team.

Entertainment: Some of our hotels arrange additional entertainment. Where this is part of the package details are given on the respective brochure page. Where it is not speciﬁed it may still be available but is at the discretion of the hotel and is not guaranteed. It may be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or for operational reasons.

16 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.

SMOKING is not 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.

17 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 the period required for the country or countries you are visiting. If you do not hold a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your status as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassy 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.direct.gov.uk)”

You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time and with the correct documents. Whittle Coach and Bus Limited 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.

18 SPECIAL REQUESTS

All special needs and requests, if agreed, should be conveyed at the time of booking 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, you or your booking agent should contact our Reservations Team. 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.

19 GROUND OR LOW FLOOR ROOMS

You should also tell us about any other requests, for example, low floor rooms, particular rooms or locations. We will pass your request to the relevant supplier but this does not necessarily mean that your request will be fulfilled. If a request can be fulfilled you may incur an extra charge payable either to us or direct to the hotel. Please note that requests cannot be guaranteed unless we confirm on your booking confirmation that this is a guaranteed requirement.

20 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.

Whilst we will make every reasonable adjustment to do so, if we are unable to accommodate the needs of a passenger or believe that the medical condition or disability of a passenger is likely to adversely affect other passengers, we reserve the right to decline the booking. We also reserve the right to cancel any holiday and impose cancellation charges if we are not fully advised of any relevant disability or medical condition at the time the booking is made and subsequently decide that we are unable to accommodate this passenger. This applies whether we advise that we are unable to accommodate a passenger either before departure or during the holiday and if this occurs during the holiday then we will seek the additional costs of returning the passenger home. We want you to enjoy your package and will try to help you select an appropriate trip. If you need advice or further information either you or your booking agent should contact 01562 820002.

MOBILITY SCOOTER POLICY

Please note that we can accept one ‘compact’ electric mobility scooter per holiday. Our deﬁnition of ‘compact’ is that the scooter is class 1 speciﬁcation; i.e. it must be designed to be dismantled, so that it can be loaded into the boot of a car. The actual maximum sizes of class 1 mobility scooters are:

Length – 1200mm Width – 700mm max Maximum Weight – 60Kgs (We cannot accept class 2 scooters as these are too large and heavy to lift). Furthermore would all users of scooters and wheelchairs kindly note that you must be able to negotiate the ﬁve steps to board the coach, in order to manage and enjoy our holidays.

22 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. 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 the refusal is 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 save for exceptional circumstances.

24 LUGGAGE

Please restrict your luggage to one medium sized suitcase (a medium sized suitcase is approximately 36” x 18” x 10”) per person, weighing no more than 44lbs (20Kgs). A small holdall can also be taken on board the coach. We cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to luggage unless it is established that it is caused by our negligence. On holidays which include overnight stops, you may take a small overnight bag with you. Please do not leave items of value in your main suitcase which is left on the coach. Should loss or damage occur you may be able to claim through your holiday travel insurance.

25 EMERGENCY 24 HOURS TELEPHONE NUMBER

A member of staff is always on hand 24 hours a day, to help either before your holiday, or on the day of departure by telephoning 01562 820002. At the beginning of your holiday, our courier will provide a contact telephone number. This number should be used if you require any assistance during your holiday.

26 DATA PROTECTION ACT

We retain your full contact details and other information in secure ﬁles and electronic storage facilities. We may use this information to contact you by mail, telephone or electronic means. We must pass your information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements and we take full responsibility for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons or suppliers. Your data controller is our Reservations Manager here at Johnsons Coach Travel.

27 PUBLICATION DATE & DETAILS

Our brochure and Trading Charter were printed in the United Kingdom in September 2025.

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