GREAT DAYS OUT 2023
TO OUR 2023 GREAT DAYS OUT BROCHURE!
Here at Moving PEOPLE we work hard to put together the best Great Days Out by Coach for you. As always, our drivers have enjoyed your company and we have taken on board your ideas and feedback, so we hope that we have fulfilled some of your wishes with our new programme of day excursions for 2023.
We appreciate that costs are rising, and this year we have endeavoured to keep our prices as low as possible to ensure that all our day excursions are affordable for everyone and to keep you moving throughout 2023! This year we also continue to offer all coach travel (excluding admissions) for children at just £5 each!*
We strive to ensure that we have a great selection of days out which are suitable for all the family, with many of our trips running during the school holidays to keep children entertained, as well as offering more weekend days out than ever before!
We have also made some slight changes to our local pickup points along the M65 corridor. Due to demand, our regular day excursions now pickup from Chorley and our Express service trips now include two additional pickups to include Burnley and Blackburn for your convenience. Please see details of all our local pickup points on page 23.
Throughout the year, we may add additional day trips, theatre trips or extra coaches on trips, so please be sure to follow us on social media so you can be kept up to date! You can like and follow our Facebook page at; www.facebook.com/MovingPeopleLtd. We also send regular emails with details of new trips, so please ensure that we have your up-to-date contact details including your email address!
Seating Plan
When you book with us, we allocate you a seat number on the coach. To help you decide which is best for you, to the right is a standard layout for our coaches and we will strive to ensure that you can occupy the seat you have booked. However, we reserve the right to provide a coach with fewer than 57 seats, with a different layout or to use a smaller vehicle. In a rare instance we may cancel a trip owing to poor weather conditions, circumstances beyond our control or any other reason.
FAMILY DAYS OUT
We strive to ensure that all our day excursions are affordable for everyone and all coach travel (excluding admissions) for children is charged at (Child age is up to and including 16 years. Maximum 2 children per adult or senior. Admission fees not included).
OUR EXECUTIVE COACHES
Our coaches are executive class with air-conditioning and toilets. The drivers are specifically handpicked for their role and will provide a friendly, helpful service. We are sure you will be well looked after, both on board and at your If you have any destinations that you would like us to try, please complete one of the feedback forms, available on board. (At times we reserve the right to substitute a vehicle with limited or none of these facilities).
LOCAL PICKUP POINTS
Our local pickup points are conveniently located along the M65 corridor. Please see details of all our local pickup points on page 23 of this brochure. We will confirm exact times and pickup points when you make your booking or you can call us on 01254 872000.
New EXPRESS Service: Our new Express service is now 1 hour, 10 minutes running between Blackburn – Accrington Matalan – Burnley – Barnoldswick (or vice versa).
CIRCULAR ROUTE
Where possible we have tried to include a circular route for some of our GREAT DAYS OUT. Therefore, if you are on the 1st pickup, you will also be the 1st to be dropped off, meaning that you do not have as long to travel on the coach. The circular route is available wherever you see this symbol.
GROUPS AND CLUBS
If your group, club or school has been inspired by our GREAT DAYS OUT brochure and you would like to organise your own day trip, please contact our team. We offer private hire of all our vehicles for any occasion and groups of all sizes and can help to provide a tailored day out by coach to suit your individual interest and budget.
For smaller groups who may have difficulty in filling a full-size coach, we can reserve a block of seats on any of our published GREAT DAYS OUT. Any organiser with groups of 15 or more will be given a free seat which is valid for the travel only and does not include entry tickets. We can work with you to ensure a successful
and enjoyable day out for your group.
QUALITY DOOR-TO-DOOR HOLIDAYS
Moving PEOPLE also offer a programme of Door-to-Door coach holidays from the North West. Our programme of 2023 holidays feature many UK tours and our Door-to-Door service means that one of our friendly drivers will collect you from your home and transport you to a central welcome area prior to boarding our executive coach for your holiday.
This personal and friendly service means that your holiday starts from the moment you leave your front door. All our holidays are designed to include all admissions, so there are no hidden fees and you know that you will be looked after from start to finish.
MAMMA
MIA THE MUSICAL at the MANCHESTER OPERA HOUSE
Thursday 2nd February 2023
Musical Theatre Trip by Coach! We have this fantastic forthcoming MUST-SEE musical theatre trip which is bound to get you singing and dancing along! We have secured superb Circle tickets for the evening performance at the Manchester Opera House.
Adult £72 | Senior £72 | Child £52
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 2.40pm
We suggest taking a packed lunch just in case you don’t get the chance to grab something to eat.
ROYAL SEABANK REUNION MEAL & ENTERTAINMENT
Thursday 30th March 2023
We loved it that much - we wanted a reunion! A fantastic opportunity to get together with friends, old and new at the Royal Seabank Hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy a 3-course meal with bingo and fantastic entertainment.
Adult £50 | Senior £50 | Child £30
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 9.00am
Price includes festive 3-course meal & entertainment *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
THE BODYGUARD AT MANCHESTER PALACE THEATRE
Thursday 6th April 2023
The international, award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back! Join us for our evening performance at the Manchester Palace Theatre with superb top priced Circle Seats.
Adult £62 | Senior £62 | Child £45
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 2.20pm
GOOD FRIDAY IN YORK
Good Friday 7th April 2023
Join us this Easter for a day out to the Medieval city of York. Here you can choose to take in one of the many fantastic attractions - the magnificent Minster, step back in time at the Jorvik Viking Centre, or the National Railway Museum. Alternatively, relax and enjoy the culture, indulge in a spot of retail therapy in the shops or at the Farmers Market (usually takes place on this Friday)
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.00am
Entrance to attractions are not included.
Admission tickets may need to be pre-booked in advance
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be booked in advance
EASTER SEASIDE SPECIAL
Easter Monday 10th April 2023
We spend our Easter Monday on the beautiful Lancashire coast. Join us as we travel to the seaside with the choice of being dropped off at either Blackpool, Cleveleys or Fleetwood. There’s always something to do for all ages at the seaside!
Adult £20 | Senior £19 | Child £5
Photo courtesy of Visit Blackpool Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be booked in advance
KESWICK MARKET DAY
Thursday 13th April 2023 This beautiful and vibrant town is situated on Derwentwater, and it has excellent shopping facilities and an outdoor market. Whilst here you may choose to visit the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery or go to ‘The Puzzling Place’, a fun and eye-opening attraction based on optical illusion!
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.00am
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be booked in advance
Let us take you to the beach with our Seaside Specials to Blackpool, Cleveleys, Fleetwood and St Annes!
Our day trips depart every other Wednesday and Saturday and you can choose to be dropped off at one of the locations on the day.
Wednesday trips run to St Annes OR Blackpool
Saturday trips run to Blackpool, Cleveleys OR Fleetwood
First
Saturday 6th May 2023
Northallerton is a busy market town. On market days both sides of the High Street are home to stalls selling a wide range of goods and produce from fruit and vegetables to clothes, hardware and computer and phone accessories. After our morning visit, we head to the World of James Herriot where there is so much to see and do, walk through his 1940s home & surgery, and more.
Tuesday 9th May 2023
Only a short journey, but an immense destination for our market day out. Chorley Market hosts many stalls selling anything from cheese & clothes to wax melts. There is something for everyone old and young in this Lancashire market town. We then travel to the Hartwood Hall for a 2-course lunch.
Adult £40
LAKESIDE & HAVERTHWAITE RAILWAY with AFTERNOON TEA
Friday 12th May 2023
Senior £39 | Child £22 We travel to Bowness for our cruise to Lakeside where we then get the afternoon steam train to Haverthwaite. Here we enjoy a traditional afternoon tea to include sandwiches, crisps, scones, and a selection of sweet treats and hot or cold drinks.
HAWES MARKET & CHEESE EXPERIENCE at the WENSLEYDALE CREAMERY
Tuesday 16th May 2023
Hawes is the market town of Upper Wensleydale. Market day in Hawes is as busy as ever and gives you a real experience of the Northern Dales. After our morning shoping, we visit the Creamery, home of the famous creamy, crumbly Yorkshire Wensleydale cheese. With a fantastic Visitor Centre; the UK’s flag ship Cheese Visitor Experience is where we enjoy the cheese experience, cheese tasting and learn how cheeses are made.
Adult £35 | Senior £34 | Child £12
THIRSK MARKET & PATELEY BRIDGE
Price includes the Wensleydale Cheese Experience
Saturday 20th May 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
A beautiful gem of a market town situated between the North York Moors and the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Essentially unchanged and uninfluenced by the world. Thirsk boasts a cobbled market square and a town clock. From here we visit the tranquil Pateley Bridge, a beautiful and serene market town with spectacular views, quaint shops and tearooms.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
BEAUTIFUL BEVERLEY - EXPRESS
Wednesday 24th May 2023
Beverley’s charming streets and courtyards continue to attract history buffs, music lovers & shoppers alike. Landmarks include Beverley Minster, & the 15th Century North Bar which divides impressive Georgian streets containing a great number of listed buildings. A visit wouldn’t be complete without a stroll on the Westwood, & today is market day with many vibrant stalls.
Adult £35 | Senior £34 | Child £5
Express pickup points & timesBlackburn 7.50am, Accrington Matalan 8.10am, Burnley 8.30am, Barnoldswick 9.00am
KENDAL MARKET AND AMBLESIDE
Saturday 3rd June 2023
We travel to Kendal where we have time for a touch of sightseeing or retail therapy. With a market charter dating from 1189, Kendal has altered greatly over the years, however it still retains an indoor and outdoor market. Enjoy a spot of lunch in Kendal before traveling to Ambleside, spending the afternoon walking, shopping, exploring or simply taking in the scenic views.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
ORTON FARMERS MARKET & PENRITH
Saturday 10th June 2023
First stop is Orton where today has been known to be its Farmers Market with a variety of goods and Artisan crafts. Here you may also choose to visit the famous Kennedys Chocolate Shop, offering an amazing range of homemade luxury chocolates for you to choose from to buy. After the market we take a scenic drive to the historic town of Penrith. There is so much to see and do on the cobbled lanes of the town centre with its selection of boutique cafés and independent shops.
Adult £32 | Senior £31 | Child £5 First pickup point & time - Chorley 8.00am
NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY & PICKERING
Tuesday 13th June 2023
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a preserved historic railway stretching for 18 miles through the heart of the North York Moors National Park, from Pickering via Levisham, Newton Dale and Goathland to Grosmont. We have free time in Goathland before we take the train to Pickering. This beautiful historic market town is bustling with independent shops and eateries.
Adult £55 | Senior £54 | Child £26
ORMSKIRK MARKET & SOUTHPORT
Tuesday 15th June 2023
We visit Ormskirk Market, before continuing to Southport, perfect for shopping on tree-lined Lord Street or maybe visit the Royal Arcade, bursting with antiques and collectables.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
CHESTER TAKE YOUR PICK
Thursday 22nd June 2023
Join us for a trip to Chester with the option to be dropped off in either the city centre, Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks for designer outlet shopping or the Blue Planet Aquarium next door. So, take your pick of the attractions on the day.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.00am
Price includes ticket for the Railway
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be booked in advance First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
ISLE OF ANGLESEY & PUFFIN ISLAND EXPRESS - EXPRESS
Saturday 24th June 2023
Subject to weather conditions, we enjoy a one-hour pleasure cruise to Puffin Island, which includes panoramic views of Snowdonia Mountain Range and Penmon Lighthouse. You will have the opportunity to see as many as 12 species of sea birds in their natural habitat. We spend time in Beaumaris, with its Medieval castle, Victorian pier, gaol and courthouse. Here there are a good selection of shops and restaurants.
Adult £49 | Senior £48 | Child £22
Price includes the cost of the pleasure cruise
Express pickup points & times - Barnoldswick 7.50am, Burnley 8.20am, Accrington Matalan 8.40am, Blackburn 9.00am
*In the event of bad weather, you may switch to the Menai Straight Cruise. If the cruise is cancelled, the cruise cost will be refunded and we will have time to visit Beaumaris Castle or a stroll around the town. We cannot be held responsible if wildlife is not spotted.
NEW BRIGHTON & LIVERPOOL
Sunday 25th June 2023
We travel via the Wallasey tunnel to New Brighton spending time at this hidden gem of a seaside resort with its beautiful sands stretching down the coast. Have a wander down the promenade and visit the Marine Point Leisure and Retail Complex. We then travel to Seacombe and take the ‘ferry ‘cross the Mersey’ to Pier Head spending the afternoon exploring the museums and shops.
Adult £35 | Senior £34 | Child £12
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am *Return pickup is from the Albert Dock.
SUMMER IN SCARBOROUGH - EXPRESS
Friday 30th June 2023
Scarborough is the original seaside resort on the North Sea coast of England, with its 2 bays, stunning scenery, rugged rocky headland and glorious sandy beaches, there is lots to see and do. Scarborough is constantly transforming to keep its place as one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK. The magnificent 12th Century Scarborough Castle towers over the town, overlooking the two sweeping bays.
Adult £36 | Senior £35 | Child £5
Price includes: Ferry crossing Express pickup points & times - Blackburn 7.20am, Accrington 7.40am, Burnley 8.00am, Barnoldswick 8.30am
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
LLANDUDNO IN SUMMER
Saturday 1st July 2023
One of our most popular excursions to Wales’s largest seafront resort which has kept its Victorian and Edwardian elegance and splendour with a wonderful promenade, award-winning pier and quality shops.
Adult £34 | Senior £33 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.00am
Saturday 2nd July 2023
This 1940s event is set in the heart of Ingleton with the impressive backdrop of Ingleborough and the village’s historic viaduct. Have a walk through the village to see history come alive at the re-enactors camp, admire the vintage vehicles on display, join in with old fashioned games & play with traditional toys, shop for antiques or get a 1940’s hair do. Check out the amazing street performers, listen to an array of music from the era or join in and have a dance!
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
WONDERFUL WHITBY - EXPRESS
Tuesday 4th July 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.50am
This North Yorkshire resort has a maze of alleyways and narrow streets running down to the busy quayside. Its skyline is dominated by the ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey. Tuesday is often market day in Whitby. It also has the best fish and chip shops in the world - you can be the judge of that!
Adult £32 | Senior £31 | Child £5
Express pickup points & times - Blackburn 7.20am, Accrington 7.40am, Burnley 8.00am, Barnoldswick 8.30am
MOLD ARTISAN MARKET & AFTERNOON TEA
Sunday 9th July 2023
Molds’ Artisan Market is an amazing mix of beautifully produced items not found on the high street, from food produce to handmade gifts. After our vibrant morning, we enjoy an afternoon tea at the Beaufort Park Hotel in Mold where we enjoy sandwiches, cakes, and hot drinks in the beautiful North Wales countryside.
Adult £53 | Senior £52 | Child £20
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes Afternoon Tea *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
HARROGATE AND ILKLEY
Thursday 13th July 2023
We travel to Harrogate with its handsome and historic buildings and verdant gardens and the farmers market is often held on this day. We have free time to peruse the local produce and preserves in the beautiful spa town before we travel over Ilkley Moor with its stunning views that provide the picturesque backdrop to the traditional town of Ilkley with its highly recommended shops situated along ‘The Grove’.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
MORECAMBE BAY & AFTERNOON TEA at the MIDLAND HOTEL
Sunday 15th July 2023
We spend a lovely Summer’s morning in Victorian Morecambe with its Art Deco and glamour wherever you look. With stunning views over the bay and the Irish Sea, golden sands, and spectacular coastline. The Bay offers a range of wildlife, arcades, eateries, with plenty to see and do for all ages. After our relaxing morning in the town, we head to the iconic Midland Hotel where we enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.
Adult £56 | Senior £55 | Child £35
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes a tour and Afternoon Tea *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
RHS TATTON FLOWER SHOW
Friday 21st July 2023
RHS Flower show at Tatton Park is a day to remember, boasting gorgeous blooms and beautiful gardens. Tatton Gardens demonstrates the best of horticulture and design with walk through gardens, a Plant Village and Floral Marquee. There are demonstrations and workshops with expert advice and ideas to steal. There is a fun family trail, shopping, hands-on activities and delicious Artisan food and drink.
Adult £55 | Senior £54 | Child £31
NEW FOR
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes admission to RHS Tatton Flower Show
THRILLS AND SPILLS at ALTON TOWERS
Sunday 23rd July 2023
Where better to start the Summer holidays than at the UK’s biggest theme park?! Set in over 500 acres of beautiful Staffordshire countryside. With over 40 rides and attractions, there is something for all ages. Whether you are an adrenalin junkie, or you are looking for family fun, there is most definitely plenty to do.
Adult £67 | Senior £66 | Child £35
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.00am
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL
Monday 24th July 2023
Price includes admission to the theme park
Starting at Liverpool, you will travel the 35-miles of the Manchester Ship Canal, enjoy spectacular scenery with lively commentary along the way. Through locks, bridges & some stunning architectural and natural sights. This full day cruise takes us to Salford, where your return coach awaits. There is a licensed bar selling drinks and snacks, though you are welcome to take a picnic.
Adult £72 | Senior £71 | Child £47
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
SUMMERTIME IN YORK
Thursday 27th July 2023
Step back into the Middle Ages to York, with its overhanging timber frame houses and traditional shop fronts of The Shambles, or one of the largest cathedrals in Northern Europe ‘The York Minster’. Visit the Viking Museum, the Chocolate Story or just enjoy one of the many restaurants and coffee shops.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
Price includes Ship Canal Cruise
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be pre-booked in advance
THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL
Friday 4th August 2023
Join us for a trip to the city of Liverpool where shoppers will be spoilt for choice! Alternatively, you may choose to visit one of the many museums where you can educate yourself on the vast history of Liverpool.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM
Monday 7th August 2023
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s Centre of Remembrance. Located on an outdoor site in Staffordshire, set in 150-acres of trees and gardens. Home to many moving and unusual memorials. There is a visitor centre and restaurant. We then travel on to Lichfield, a vibrant and historic city with diverse and delicious range of award-winning restaurants, pubs and coffee shops.
Adult £40 | Senior £39 | Child £9
CHESTER TAKE YOUR PICK
Saturday 12th August 2023
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.00am Price includes guided tour of the Arboretum
Join us for a trip to Chester with the option to be dropped off in either the city centre, Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks for designer outlet shopping or the Blue Planet Aquarium next door. So, take your pick of the attractions on the day.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be booked in advance
PENRITH MARKET & POOLEY BRIDGE
Tuesday 15th August 2023
Penrith has much to offer to visitors and has lots going on locally. Stroll around the cobbled lanes of the town centre and explore the wealth of independent shops. We will be visiting this lovely, picturesque town on market day so we will be able to enjoy a variety of goods on offer from the independent traders. Before our return journey, we will make a stop in Pooley Bridge.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
HULL TAKE YOUR PICK - EXPRESS
Sunday 20th August 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
An exciting day out for all ages. Hull is a historic city with plenty to see and do. Explore the old town and all its architecture, visit the museums or many of the eateries available for the adults and kids alike. Here you may choose to visit the award-winning aquarium, The Deep, and take a journey on prehistoric seas and tropical lagoon.
Adult £36 | Senior £35 | Child £5
Entrance to attractions are not included. Admission tickets may need to be pre-booked in advance
Express pickup points & times - Blackburn 7.50am, Accrington 8.10am, Burnley 8.30am, Barnoldswick 9.00am
KNOWSLEY SAFARI PARK & CROSBY BEACH
Wednesday 23rd August 2023
Join us as we make our way to Knowsley Safari Park, the UK’s longest safari drive! 550-acres of Safari Drive is home to many animals from around the world. From Bactrian Camels and White Rhino to Baboons and African Lions. This fantastic park also offers a Sea Lion Display and Bird of Prey Display, this really is a fantastic day for all the family! On the return we make a short stop at Crosby Beach with the stunning views across the sea to Wirral and North Wales hills.
Adult £42 | Senior £41 | Child £16
FAMILY FUN AT CARTMEL RACES
Saturday 26th August 2023
NEW FOR 2023!
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am Price includes entrance to Safari Park
Cartmel racecourse is blessed with character and boasts the longest run-in in the country. Just over a mile in circumference, & known for being a sharp track. There is a fairground, food, and drink outlets available to purchase refreshments from. Bring your own picnics are also encouraged (including alcohol) as well as folding chairs or picnic blankets as there is plenty of storage on the coach. There is lots of fun for all the family.
Adult £59 | Senior £58 | Child £33
BANK HOLIDAY IN BAKEWELL
Bank Holiday Monday 28th August 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am Price includes Paddock Enclosure entrance
We visit Bakewell and the largest market in the Derbyshire Dales where the stall market occupies two sites. The market dates from the 1920’s. We then journey to Buxton, a thermal spa town in the beautiful Peak District with stunning ornamental gardens and Georgian and Victorian architecture.
Adult £32 | Senior £31 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
CHURCHTOWN BOTANIC GARDENS & SOUTHPORT
Saturday 2nd September 2023
Our first stop is to the Botanic Gardens in Churchtown. Opened in 1874, the Victorian gardens are bursting with floral splendour and colour. The park boasts a lake, an aviary, and a magical fernery with ferns of all shapes and sizes. There is also a gift shop and a café specialising in homemade food and snacks. We later head to the centre of Southport which offers independent eateries and shops but is also famous for the pier and arcades.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Wednesday 6th September 2023
We travel to Bowness for our cruise to Lakeside where we then get the afternoon steam train to Haverthwaite. Here we enjoy a traditional afternoon tea to include sandwiches, crisps, scones and a selection of sweet treats and hot or cold drinks.
Adult £56 | Senior £55 | Child £28
WONDERFUL WHITBY - EXPRESS
Tuesday 12th September 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.45am
This North Yorkshire resort has a maze of alleyways and narrow streets running down to the busy quayside. Its skyline is dominated by the ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey. Tuesday is often market day in Whitby. It also has the best fish and chip shops in the word - you can be the judge of that!
Adult £32 | Senior £31 | Child £5
Express pickup points & times - Blackburn 7.20am, Accrington 7.40am, Burnley 8.00am, Barnoldswick 8.30am
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
RICHMOND & HIGH FORCE WATERFALL
Saturday 16th September 2023
This morning we head to Richmond, one of Britain’s most beautiful and vibrant market towns. It boasts an iconic castle, historic buildings, and cobbled streets. In the afternoon we visit High Force Waterfall. The 21-metre cascade is a waterfall on the river Tees and is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.
Adult £36 | Senior £35 | Child £5
LLANDUDNO - EXPRESS
Thursday 21st September 2023
One of our most popular excursions to Wales’s largest seafront resort which has kept its Victorian and Edwardian elegance and splendour with a wonderful promenade, award-winning pier and quality shops.
Adult £34 | Senior £33 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
Express pickup points & times - Barnoldswick 7.20am, Burnley 7.50am, Accrington 8.10am, Blackburn 8.30am
LANCASTER MARKET & BRIEF ENCOUNTER with Cream Tea in Carnforth
Saturday 23rd September 2023
We have a morning in Lancaster where there is its traditional street market day. Alternatively, you may choose to enjoy Lancaster’s interesting and historic buildings. In the afternoon we head to Carnforth to visit the station made famous by the classic film, ‘Brief Encounter’, to see the famous station clock and discover the history of Carnforth. We also pay a visit to the tea rooms where we enjoy a scone and hot drink.
Adult £39 | Senior £38 | Child £13
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am Price includes refreshments & entrance to the museum
SKIPTON & KNARESBOROUGH on MARKET DAY
Wednesday 27th September 2023
On our outward journey we stop at our famous market town of Skipton where we have time to take in the rich culture, shops and iconic castle. We then head to the beautiful market town of Knaresborough. On Wednesdays the market is bustling with essential goods such as foods, fashion, accessories & more! If you don’t enjoy shopping, why not visit the castle and museum, or there are many eateries to choose from for a bite to eat.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
HARROGATE AND ILKLEY
Sunday 1st October 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
We travel to Harrogate with its handsome and historic buildings and verdant gardens and the farmers market is often held on this day. We have free time to peruse the local produce and preserves in the beautiful spa town before we travel over Ilkley Moor with its stunning views that provide the picturesque backdrop to the traditional town of Ilkley with its highly recommended shops situated along ‘The Grove’.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
BEAMISH MUSEUM - EXPRESS
Wednesday 11th October 2023
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
This award-winning museum captures the spirit of the Northeast and is set in over 300 acres of beautiful countryside. Visit the town, colliery village, working farm, Pockerley Manor and take a ride on one of the old-fashioned trams. This really is a wonderful day out for all the family!
Adult £45 | Senior £44 | Child £19
Image credit: Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Price includes entrance to the Museum
Express pickup points & times - Blackburn 7.50am, Accrington 8.10am, Burnley 8.30am, Barnoldswick 9.00am
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
BAKEWELL MARKET
Monday 16th October 2023
We visit Bakewell and the largest market in the Derbyshire Dales where the stall market occupies two sites. The market dates from the 1920’s. We then journey to Buxton, a thermal spa town in the beautiful Peak District with stunning ornamental gardens and Georgian and Victorian architecture.
Adult £32 | Senior £31 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.30am
NEW FOR 2023!
Thursday 19th October 2023
Our first stop is the pretty market town of Keswick. Today is market day, voted 2015 Best Outdoor Market with award-winning food and handcrafted gifts and an amazing atmosphere. Our afternoon treat is afternoon tea aboard the Bassenthwaite Lake Station Café. Placed opposite the scenic Dubwath Silver Meadows nature reserve, enjoy short walks and peaceful views.
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.00am
Price includes Afternoon Tea (inc sandwiches, sweet treats & drinks) *Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking
COLWYN BAY ARTISAN MARKET & 2-COURSE LUNCH AT TWEEDMILL
Saturday 21st October 2023
Situated in the heart of Colwyn Bay, the Artisan Market is North Wales’ largest.Boasting so many market stalls, from top quality artisan crafts, handmade goods, fresh produce and vintage treasures. We then make our way to the spectacular Tweedmill in St Asaph where we are treated to a 2-course lunch with hot drink, you might even have time to browse the many shops.
Adult £55 | Senior £54 | Child £22
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AUTUMN TINTS in THE LAKES, GRANGE & BOWNESS
Wednesday 25th October 2023
We take a luxury autumn drive through the Lake District National Park, truly a beautiful time of year to visit with the valley and the hills in their rich autumn colours forming a beautiful backdrop, Our journey finishes in the beautiful town of Bowness-on-Windermere.
Adult £33 | Senior £32 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
BISHOP AUCKLAND & SHILDON RAIL MUSEUM
Thursday 26th October 2023
We head to the bustling market town of Bishop Auckland, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Here there will be market stalls, or you can head to the magnificent Auckland Castle, sample the delights of a cosy café, or visit one of the many boutiques. The afternoon takes us to Shildon - the birthplace of railways. The museum is home to iconic locomotives from the past, present and future.
Adult £37 | Senior £36 | Child £5
NEW FOR
2023!
NEW FOR 2023!
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies, and surprises created within a four-acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart! *Not suitable for pushchairs or for people with walking difficulties due to spiral stairs and small passageways
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am Price includes admission to the Forbidden Corner
Friday 3rd November 2023
Join us as we travel to Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, one of Cheshire’s hidden gems, situated on the edge of Runcorn. Once home to a Medieval church, this is the most excavated monastic site in Europe. The museum displays thousands of objects discovered at the site, which tell the 900 yr history from Priory to mansion house & the stories of the people who lived here. We will also enjoy a sandwich, cake with hot drinks.
Adult £42 | Senior £41 | Child £18
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes Museum tour & Lunch *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
BLISTS HILL VICTORIAN TOWN - EXPRESS
Sunday 5th November 2023
Spend the day at Blists Hill Museum, Shropshire. Take a step back in time - visit Victorian shops and cottages, taste authentic food & sweets or join craftspeople demonstrating their trades in this fantastic, recreated working town. Ride old fashioned fairground rides & enjoy traditional fish & chips or a bag or two of 19th Century sweets.
Adult £52 | Senior £51 | Child £21
Express pickup points & times - Barnoldswick 8.30am, Burnley 8.50am, Accrington 9.10am, Blackburn 9.40am Price includes entrance to the museum
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
Saturday 11th November 2023
Starting at the Cleveleys end of the illuminations, we have time for fish and chips in the Cleveleys Kitchen. Once on board the coach we journey through the world-renowned Blackpool Illuminations.
*Meals not included
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 2.00pm LUNCH IN THE YORKSHIRE DALES with ENTERTAINMENT
Sunday 12th November 2023
An exciting country drive to Ilkley today for a seasonal meal at the Craiglands Hotel. Today we enjoy a 3-course meal with drinks, and we are also treated to the sultry sounds of the Saxophone with the wonderful afternoon entertainment.
Adult £54 | Senior £53 | Child £36
First pickup point & time - Chorley 8.00am
Price includes 3-course meal and entertainment *Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking
Price includes: self-guided tour of the gardens and afternoon tea
A journey to the extravagant Llandudno Christmas Extravaganza. A fantastic, festive day out in the heart of Llandudno to get in to the Christmas Spirit, you will find food, drinks, gifts, a funfair and more! An enjoyable day out for everyone!
Adult
CHATSWORTH HOUSE CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Tuesday 21st November 2023
We visit Chatsworth House in Derbyshire for an opportunity to see the house decorated for Christmas. Some rooms on the upper floor will be closed during the Festive period. Enjoy the seasonal shopping and foods in the gift shop, restaurant, garden shop and the farm shops. Live entertainment, mulled wine and over 100 stalls.
Adult £64 | Senior £63 | Child £34
CHRISTMAS IN FLEETWOOD
Saturday 25th November 2023
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 7.00am Price includes entrance to the house & markets
Christmas calls for entertainment and streets brimming with enthusiastic energies! There is so much to do and so many places to wander - this festival is a major celebration where you can find dazzling Christmas Markets & Fleetwood fairs that are all decked with lights, decor, and everything nice. You can pick up all your Christmas gifts and decorations whilst listening to Christmas cheer.
Adult £29 | Senior £28 | Child £5
SHEFFIELD CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Sunday 26th November 2023
Join us for a festive day in Sheffield, the Christmas Markets celebrate the city’s great independent traders, with over 80% of the traders being Sheffield based. This market has over 50 log cabins, an exciting Alpine Bar, a traditional German sausage grill, pizza, chimney cake & churros to name a few. You will also have the opportunity to meet the big man himself at Santa’s Grotto or view the city from the iconic Big Wheel.
Adult £39 | Senior £38 | Child £5
CHRISTMAS LUNCH at the ROYAL SEABANK HOTEL
Thursday 30th November 2023
Back by popular demand. The festivities are a fantastic opportunity to get together with friends, old and new at the Royal Seabank Hotel in Blackpool. We enjoy a 3-course Christmas meal with bingo and entertainment.
Adult £54 | Senior £53 | Child £30
Price includes
JUDITH MARY CRUISE & CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Saturday 2nd December 2023
Board the ‘Judith Mary’ narrowboat on the beautiful Upper Peak Forest Canal in Derbyshire, where we are served with Hot Roast Turkey Sandwiches, Roast Potatoes, Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets & Mince Pies and Cream for Dessert. Time and weather dependent, we spend time after the cruise in Buxton, for a look around the beautiful spa town.
Adult £43 | Senior £42 | Child £28
Canal cruise &
CHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS OR CHESHIRE OAKS
Saturday 9th December 2023
Join us for a festive day in Chester at the Christmas Markets with over 70 traditional wooden chalets or grab a bargain at Cheshire Oaks for designer outlet shopping in all its festive glory.
Adult £31 | Senior £30 | Child £5
FESTIVE LUNCH at THE CLIFTON PARK HOTEL
Wednesday 13th December 2023
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am NEW FOR 2023!
We are so excited to be featuring one of our favourite hotels in our Great Days Out programme. We travel to St Annes where we enjoy free time in the town before we head to the Clifton Park Hotel for a 4-course festive lunch, hot drinks with entertainment and maybe a visit from Santa, getting us ready for the Christmas period.
Adult £51 | Senior £50 | Child £30
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes festive 4-course meal & entertainment *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
YORK ST NICHOLAS FAIR
Saturday 16th December 2023
Victorian costume traders, carol singers and delicious smells of roasted chestnuts and hot chocolate set the mood for the beginning of the festive period! Open air stalls are spread across several streets in the city during this very special event.
Adult £36 | Senior £35 | Child £5
First pickup point & time - Chorley 7.20am
BARTON GRANGE & GIBBON BRIDGE AFTERNOON TEA
Tuesday 19th December 2023
New for 2023! A short journey to the beautiful and festive Barton Grange for all your last-minute Christmas trinkets and then an exciting Musical Afternoon Tea at the stunning Gibbon Bridge Hotel in the beautiful Forest of Bowland. Locally sourced produce with magnificent views and a large comfortable bar area, you can enjoy afternoon treats whilst listening to the resident pianist.
Adult £49 | Senior £48 | Child £28
NEW FOR 2023!
First pickup point & time - Barnoldswick 8.00am
Price includes Afternoon Tea *Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
How long will we stay at the destination?
Where we have a single destination, we aim to give you at least 4 hours, although we reserve the right to change the times owing to traffic difficulties and weather problems. We aim to be there for approx. 11.30/12.00 and to return around 16.00/16.30. The driver will announce the departure time when you arrive: please listen to the driver’s instructions. How can I book?
The easiest method to book is directly with our office team on 01254 872000
Alternative Methods -
By email: tours@movingpeopleltd.co.uk or via our website: www.MovingPeopleltd.co.uk
Can I pay the driver when I get on the coach?
Unfortunately, not. Excursions must be paid at the time of booking either by debit / credit card, cheque, or cash in the office
Would I be able to take my walker or scooter?
We can accommodate walkers and scooters but please let us know at the time of booking. Scooters must be able to fold enough to fit into our lockers. If you have a particularly large scooter, please contact us, to enable us to check the dimensions and weight.
How can I contact you if I need to cancel out of hours or if I need to contact the driver on a trip in an emergency?
Our normal office number is only staffed from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and there is an answerphone outside these hours.
If you need to contact someone URGENTLY our emergency contact number is 0345 475 1212
Do the coaches have toilets on board?
All our excursion coaches are executive standard with a toilet and washroom on board. On our longer journeys, we also stop for a comfort / toilet break. On very rare occasions we may need to change the vehicle from an executive to an alternative, as some do not have toilet facilities, alternative arrangements for toilet breaks will be made.
I would like to buy my friend a trip for her birthday, but I do not know which trip she would prefer.
How about one of our gift vouchers? They can be used on any of our trips and holidays and can be for any value. Vouchers can be personalised with the name of the recipient and anything else you require. These can only be redeemed directly with us.
Where will I be picked up and how long are the pickups?
Our pick-up time on the M65 corridor is 2 hours and 20 minutes. When you have decided on an excursion, we give the first pick up point and time. On the back page of this brochure, you will find the timings and pickup points - please add the extra minutes onto the first pickup time and this will give you your pickup time.
Example: You want to go to Chester and would like to be picked up from Burnley Croft Street (Bus Station).
If we depart from Barnoldswick at 08:00 and pick up at Burnley Croft Street 45 minutes later. Therefore, your pickup time is 08:45.
Please note, New Express Journeys are 1 hour and 10 minutes between Blackburn, Accrington Matalan, Burnley and Barnoldswick or vice versa.
What if I miss the coach on the way back?
The driver will announce the departure time when you arrive at your destination. Unfortunately, we cannot wait as it is important that the coach leaves on time. It will be your responsibility to get home and cover any costs incurred. If you are unsure, check the departure time with the driver and, if you have a problem when out and about, ring our emergency number and we will do everything possible to assist
EMERGENCY NUMBER 0345 475 1212
Cancellation Policy – Day Excursions
You may cancel up to 21 days before a day trip and receive a full refund minus 10% admin fee. Where we must purchase admission tickets in advance, you will only receive the travel portion of the refund. Any period after 21 days will be 100% of the cost.
What if I am late arriving at my pick-up point?
Unfortunately, as we have many pick-up points, we are unable to wait, as this will cause a delay for the other passengers travelling.
The time stated in the brochure is the departure time. Moving PEOPLE Ltd
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