2017 Roadmark Travel Spring/Summer Excursions Brochure by Roadmark Travel Ltd

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Spring/Summer

2017

Welcome… …to our Programme of Coach Excursions for the Spring and Summer 2017. We hope you will enjoy reading through the varied selection of trips that have been planned for this season and that you will want to book some days out with us soon. The Roadmark team have been working hard to produce an innovative programme featuring new and unusual destinations, whilst repeating trips that we know are traditional favourites with our customers. We have also catered for the many of you interested in visiting stately homes and gardens, particularly National Trust members. We have also increased the number of London theatre trips this year – there is something special about seeing a show in a West End theatre and we aim to take you to and from London in comfort with the minimum of fuss. Coach travel is a friendly and companionable way to see places and meet friends old and new. It is also environmentally acceptable and our modern, luxury coaches have low emissions and are equipped with the latest safety features. On some longer trips

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complimentary hot drinks are served and both our coaches have toilet facilities. We endeavour to provide as much choice as possible when planning our trips so as to cater for a wide range of interests. Many people enjoy simply looking at the scenery from a comfortable seat high in the coach and there is a selection of countryside tours and mystery drives. We believe our excursions represent excellent value for money and our team of professional drivers look forward to welcoming you on board very soon.

David Coster managing Director

To book any of the day trips in this brochure call us on 01903 741233 Please ensure that the excursion you have chosen picks up at the points you require as not all excursions pick up in every town or village. At the time of booking we will conﬁrm the seat number we have reserved for you – the seating plan opposite shows where you seat is located on the coach. You will be given a separate reference number for each trip booked. We ask that you send payment to us within seven days, making cheques payable to Roadmark Travel Ltd, and writing the reference number on the back. Alternatively you may pay by debit card at the time of booking. please note that we have a strict nO SmOKing policy on all of our coaches – this includes electronic cigarettes.

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March Friday 24th pickups Roﬀey..........................08.00 Horsham, Station .........08.10 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.25 Southwater .................08.30 Ashington....................08.45 Washington.................08.50 Storrington ..................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.08 Pulborough ..................09.15

All Seats £24.00

Fort Nelson and The Royal Military Police Museum

This morning we travel to Fort Nelson – home to The Royal Armouries big guns, where we have arranged a guided tour of the site. Originally built to provide the firepower to deter an attack on Portsmouth. Explore the ramparts, outer fortifications, secret underground tunnels, and ammunition bunkers.Discover what life was like for the Victorian garrison in the barrack rooms, hospital and kitchen and experience the live firing of the 25-pound Howitzer Gun at 1 o’clock. In the afternoon we shall visit the Royal Military Police Museum at Southwick Park. The museum traces the story of the Military Police with each room covering a different time period. Explore the changing face of the RMP from its origins on horseback to today’s motorcyclists, crime scene investigators and computer experts. Cafe 1871 at Fort nelson provides a range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and light lunches.

Saturday 25th pickups Storrington...................07.50 Washington.................08.00 Ashington....................08.05 Southwater .................08.20 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.35 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Roﬀey ..........................08.45

Adult £36.50 Senior £34.90 Child £29.90 English Heritage Members £21.00

Dover Castle and the Secret Wartime Tunnels

Reduction for English Heritage members

Dominating the skyline on the famous White Cliffs, Dover Castle and the labyrinth of tunnels beneath it provide a fascinating day out. Dover Castle proudly stands in 100 acres of ground that is steeped in 2000 years of history, from the Iron Age to the Nuclear Age. The mighty keep and bailey, built by Henry II, are the finest of their kind, while the panoramic views out across the English Channel from the lookout are astonishing. There are many discoveries to be made in the Castle and also included is a tour deep underground into the maze of Secret Wartime Tunnels. It was from here in 1940 that Vice Admiral Ramsay and Sir Winston Churchill masterminded the evacuation from Dunkirk. You will visit the telecommunications room, underground hospital and anti-aircraft room, and enjoy audio-visual effects, film clips, sounds and smells of Britain at War. Due to the nature of the building this trip is unsuitable for people with mobility issues.

Sunday 26th pickups Pulborough .................08.30 West Chiltington..........08.37 Storrington ..................08.45 Washington.................08.55 Ashington....................09.00 Southwater...................09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.20 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Horsham, Station ........09.35 Horsham, D&B ............09.40 Dorking ........................10.05

Adult £28.00

Senior £27.00

Waterperry Gardens Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire were founded by Miss Beatrix Havergal in the 1930s as a school of horticulture for young ladies. Today her legacy lives on in the stunning variety of plants and garden styles for you to enjoy. You’ll ﬁnd a Formal Garden, the Mary Rose Garden, a Waterlily Canal and the Long Colour Border. You can also visit the 13th century Saxon Church. Refreshments are available in the Pear Tree Tea Rooms.

To book call 01903 741233

March Sunday 26th

Adult £36.50 Senior £35.50

The Shuttleworth Collection and Swiss Garden The Shuttleworth Collection at Old Warden Aerodrome has one the the world’s most prestigious collections of vintage aircraft, including the Bleriot XI which dates back to 1909. The Collecrtion also includes a number of vintage cars and motorcycles and Penny Farthings. In contrast to the vintage machinery the adjacent Swiss Garden is an enchanted oasis of calm, featuring ponds, a Swiss cottage,chapel and numerous sculptures. The on-site restaurant provides a range of hot and cold food.

Monday 27th

All Seats £21.00

Christchurch on Market Day We travel to Dorset, stopping ﬁrst of all in the town of Christchurch. Monday is market day and there will be time to explore the stalls on the town’s High Street and ﬁnd lunch. In the afternoon we shall drive into Bournemouth where, weather permitting, there will be time to have a cuppa and a stroll along the prom before we make our way home.

Monday 27th

pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.50 Horsham, Station.........07.55 Horsham, Library ........08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................08.10 Southwater...................08.15 Ashington....................08.30 Washington .................08.35 Storrington ..................08.45

All Seats £33.00

Mystery Lunch On today’s excursion we have included a two-course lunch at a location not used by us before. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the countryside with a stop along the way before arriving at our mystery destination for lunch.

pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, D&B ............08.40 Dorking .......................09.05

pickups Roﬀey ...........................08.15 Horsham, Station ........08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.40 Southwater .................08.45 Ashington....................09.00 Washington .................09.05 Storrington ...................09.15 West Chiltington..........09.23 Pulborough .................09.30

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March Tuesday 28th pickups Pulborough ..................08.15 West Chiltington .........08.22 Storrington..................08.30 Washington .................08.40 Ashington....................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Horsham, D&B ............09.25 Dorking .......................09.50

All Seats £21.00

A Day Out to Henley-on-Thames with an optional visit to the River and Rowing Museum

Henley is a renowned centre for rowing and each summer hosts the famous Henley Royal Regatta. We have arranged admission to the River and Rowing Museum which has three galleries dedicated to rivers, rowing and the history of Henley. It is also home to a magical Wind in the Willows exhibition, which brings to life the much-loved story with 3D models, lighting and music. If you prefer you may just travel to Henley and explore the town at your leisure. The town has a wide range of cafes, restaurants and pubs in which to ﬁnd lunch. The Terrace Cafe, in the museum, oﬀers light lunches. Optional visit to river & rowing museum: Seniors £7.50 Adults £9.00.

Tuesday 28th pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, D&B ............08.40 Dorking .......................09.05

All Seats £21.00

Cotswold Capers

visiting Moreton-in-Marsh Charter Market

We drive through Oxfordshire into the gently rolling Cotswold Hills. Our ﬁrst stop today will be in the picturesque town of Moreton-in-the-Marsh, where the Royal Charter Market is held every week of the year. There will be time for a good look round the Market and lunch before we set oﬀ to see more pretty Cotswold villages such as Broadway and Stowon-the-Wold. Our second stop will be in Bourton-onthe-Water, where the little River Windrush bubbles its way down the main street under low bridges besides trees and lawns.

Wednesday 29th pickups Horsham, D&B .............08.10 Horsham, Station .........08.15 Horsham, Library ........08.20 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.30 Southwater .................08.35 Ashington....................08.50 Washington.................08.55 Storrington ..................09.05 West Chiltington...........09.13 Pulborough .................09.20

All Seats £21.00

Hampshire Wanderer

We take a gentle drive through some of Hampshire’s beautiful countryside, making for a midmorning stop for coﬀee. At lunch time we shall stop at a Garden Centre where there will be time to purchase lunch. In the afternoon we continue our journey through the delightful Meon Valley as we wind our way home. Cost of refreshments not included.

To book call 01903 741233

March Thursday 30th

All Seats £20.00

Eastbourne Eastbourne is consistently one of Roadmark’s most popular destinations for a day out. There is still an air of elegance about Eastbourne – its gracious buildings, avenues and hotels owe their creation to the 7th Duke of Devonshire who designed the resort in 1834. The long esplanade overlooks colourful gardens and there are plenty of places to sit and relax. Stroll on the Pier, take a bus up to Beachy Head, or visit the town centre shops – the choice is yours.

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.20 Horsham, Station ........08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.40 Southwater .................08.45 Billingshurst ................09.00 Pulborough ..................09.15 West Chiltington..........09.23 Storrington ..................09.30 Washington .................09.40 Steyning ......................09.50

April Saturday 1st

Adult £35.00 Senior £34.00 National Trust Members £21.00

Ickworth House

pickups Storrington...................07.30 Washington..................07.40 Ashington.....................07.45 Southwater .................08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Horsham, Station........08.20 Roﬀey..........................08.25

We travel to Suﬀolk today to visit Ickworth House, a National Trust property near Bury St. Edmunds. Ickworth dates from 1795 and was the creation of the eccentric Earl of Bristol. Designed to display the Earl’s magniﬁcent collection of art treasures, the state-rooms contain spectacular paintings by Titian, Gainsborough and Velazquez. The surrounding garden was designed to complement the house and contains many Mediterranean species. There is a National Trust Gift Shop and self-service restaurant for teas etc.

Sunday 2nd

Adult £32.00

Monkey World

Senior £29.00

Child £29.00 pickups Roﬀey...........................07.45 Horsham, Station.........07.55 Horsham, Library ........08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................08.10 Southwater...................08.15 Ashington....................08.30 Washington .................08.35 Storrington ..................08.45

Monkey World, near Wareham in Dorset, is an acclaimed chimpanzee rescue centre featured many times on television. It has the largest group of chimpanzees outside Africa, with over 150 primates, including orang-utans, living in spacious enclosures amongst natural woodland. There is a cafe and gift shop.

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April Wednesday 5th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Adult £34.00 Senior £33.00 National Trust Members £21.00

Basildon Park

Situated close to Reading, Basildon Park is the perfect English Country House. Originally built towards the end of the 18th Century it was rescued and lovingly restored to its former grandeur by Lord and Lady Illiffe in the 1950s filling the house with beautiful paintings, textiles and furniture. Today the house is owned by the National Trust and may be familiar to fans of Downton Abbey as the location for the London home of the Crawley family. The ground floor of the house is home to the Tea room which sells a range of hot and cold food.

Sunday 9th

All Seats £21.00

London Goas-youPlease

pickups Storrington..................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Pulborough ..................08.15 Billingshurst ................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

South Kensington, Marble Arch and South Bank

Let Roadmark take the strain of driving to and from London and spend the day as you choose. Our coach will set down and pick-up at SOUTH KENSINGTON (close to the Museums), MARBLE ARCH (Park Lane close to Oxford Street), TATE BRITAIN (for the David Hockney exhibition) and THE SOUTH BANK, close to The London Eye and Houses of Parliament).

Sunday 9th pickups Roﬀey ...........................08.15 Horsham, Station ........08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.40 Southwater .................08.45 Ashington....................09.00 Washington .................09.05 Storrington ...................09.15 West Chiltington..........09.23 Pulborough .................09.30

All Seats £20.00

Winchester and Hampshire Farmers’ Market We drive to Winchester, ancient capital of Wessex. Today is one of the popular Hampshire Farmers Market Days, where you can ﬁnd produce from local suppliers. There will be plenty of time in which to explore and perhaps visit the Cathedral. At 556ft it is the longest medieval Gothic building in the world.

To book call 01903 741233

April Monday 10th

All Seats £20.00

A Day out to Portsmouth

This day out to the City of Portsmouth provides you with a choice of drop-oﬀ and pickup points and the freedom to spend your time there as you wish. Our coach will stop in the City Centre for those who would like to visit the shops. We shall then make our way to Gunwharf Quays, home to a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants From here you may visit the Spinnaker Tower and the Historic Dockyard is only a short walk away. Finally we shall stop in Southsea, at the D-Day Museum.

Monday 10th

pickups Roﬀey..........................08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.55 Southwater .................09.00 Ashington .....................09.15 Washington .................09.20 Storrington ..................09.30 West Chiltington..........09.38 Pulborough .................09.45

Adult £36.00 Senior £35.00 pickups Steyning ......................08.45 Washington .................09.00 Storrington ...................09.10 Ashington....................09.20 Southwater..................09.35 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.40 Horsham, Library ........09.50 Horsham, Station ........09.55 Horsham, D&B .............10.00

Lunch at The Langstone Hotel In the morning we shall drive to the Squires Garden Centre near Godalming for morning coffee (cost of refreshments not included). We shall then make our way to Hayling Island and the 4-star Langstone Hotel for a delicious 2-course lunch, followed by a choice of tea or coffee, served in the hotel’s restaurant. In the afternoon we shall return home along the coast with our first drop-off points being in Steyning – making this a round trip. mAin COurSe Breast of chicken baked in honey & thyme, Puy lentils, red wine sauce; Loin of salmon, seafood & dill chowder, dill and white wine sauce; (both served with a selection of vegetables and potatoes); Vegetable, butterbean & leek lasagne and garden salad DeSSerT Lemon delice, lime curd and scorched meringue; Vanilla panacotta, poached red fruits, shortbread biscuit; Grilled pineapple, rum and raisin salsa, caramel sauce

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April Tuesday 11th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Roﬀey ...........................09.10

All Seats £20.00

Bluewater or Lakeside Shopping Centres Travel with us to your choice of either Bluewater or Lakeside Shopping Centres. Both locations have a wide range of well known and speciality shops and plenty of places for lunch.

Wednesday 12th pickups Storrington..................08.30 West Chiltington..........08.38 Pulborough .................08.45 Billingshurst ................09.00 Southwater...................09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.20 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Horsham, Station ........09.35 Roﬀey ..........................09.40

All Seats £21.50

An Easter Mystery Join us on a scenic drive through the spring countryside. We shall make a mid-morning stop for coﬀee and then, later, we will visit a garden centre with a restaurant, where there will be time for lunch (cost of refreshments not included). As we wend our way home in the afternoon there will be an Easter gift for everyone.

Thursday 13th

All Seats £21.00

pickups Pulborough .................08.30 West Chiltington..........08.38 Storrington ..................08.45 Washington.................08.55 Ashington....................09.00 Southwater...................09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.20 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Horsham, Station ........09.35 Roﬀey ..........................09.40

Greenwich – The Tall Ships An international fleet of tall ships takes over the Thames in south-east London at Tall Ships Royal Greenwich 2017. Full details of the events being held are still being finalised, but there promises to be plenty of activities on offer plus the usual attractions of Greenwich including the Cutty Sark, Maritime Museum and Royal Observatory. Check on the event’s website for up to date details of what’s planned at www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/tallships.

To book call 01903 741233

April Tuesday 18th

All Seats £21.00

Oxfordshire Explorer Oxfordshire is one of those counties that you tend to whizz through on your way to somewhere else, however it has an enormous number of pretty small towns and villages waiting to be discovered. Our new day out will include a lunchtime stop in the town of Witney on the River Windrush. The largest town in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Witney is famous for the manufacture of blankets and gloves and was chosen by The Sunday Times in 2014 as one of the best places to live in Britain. One of the most historic buildings is the Blanket Hall built in 1721 which has been restored as a rug shop, a pie shop and a museum.

Tuesday 18th

Adult £48.00

pickups Pulborough..................07.50 West Chiltington ..........07.57 Storrington ..................08.05 Washington ..................08.15 Ashington....................08.20 Southwater .................08.35 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.40 Horsham, Library ........08.50 Horsham, Station ........08.55 Horsham, D&B ............09.00 Dorking .......................09.25

Senior £47.00 pickups Storrington....................07.15 Washington..................07.25 Ashington ....................07.30 Southwater ..................07.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.50 Horsham, Library ........08.00 Horsham, Station ........08.05 Horsham, D&B .............08.10 Dorking .......................08.35

Highgrove Gardens

The private Garden of HRH Prince of Wales We are delighted to have obtained a date to visit the Gardens at Highgrove. HRH The Prince of Wales has spent over 30 years transforming the grounds of Highgrove into what have been acknowledged as some of the most inspired and innovative gardens in the United Kingdom. There will be time in the local town of Tetbury before arrival at Highgrove and your timed garden tour. Please note that some paths are uneven and this tour is not be suitable for those with walking diﬃculties.

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April Wednesday 19th

All Seats £21.00

Bournemouth or Poole

pickups Horsham, D&B .............07.45 Horsham, Station.........07.50 Horsham, Library.........07.55 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Southwater ..................08.10 Washington.................08.25 Storrington ..................08.35

You have a choice today of either spending the day in Poole, with its charming quayside Bournemouth which is one of our ﬁnest south coast resorts. There is plenty to see and do on a visit; the pier, attractive gardens, lively shopping centre and a wide selection of places to eat and drink. This excursion has limited pick-up points to maximise the time in Bournemouth or Poole.

Wednesday 19th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Adult £45.50 Senior £44.50

Windsor Lunch Cruise

We travel to the royal town of Windsor to join one of French Brothers boats for a cruise along the Thames. Passing Windsor racecourse and then through Boveney Lock, the boat passes Sutherland Grange and Bray Studios before heading to Monkey Island where it turns and begins the journey back to Windsor. During your journey of approximately two and a half hours you will be served a delicious Ham & Cheese Ploughman’s Lunch followed by a slice of cake and a choice of tea or coﬀee. On arrival back in Windsor there will be time to explore the town or perhaps take a stroll over the river to Eton.

Thursday 20th pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, D&B ............08.40

All Seats £21.00

Wiltshire Wanderer

We make our way to Wiltshire, following the scenic A342 through delightful countryside with views across the Vale of Pewsey. The historic market town of Devizes provides the ideal place for a lunch stop. The Market Place hosts cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops and the indoor market. The other attractions of Devizes include The Wiltshire Heritage Museum, Wadworth Brewery Centre and the pretty Kennet & Avon Canal. On the return journey we travel over Salisbury Plain, much of which is used for military training by the Ministry of Defence.

To book call 01903 741233

April Friday 21st

All Seats £31.00

Exbury Gardens

pickups Roﬀey ...........................08.10

Exbury Gardens lies on the fringes of the New Forest Horsham, Station........08.20 bordering the Beaulieu River. It has been described Horsham, Library ........08.25 as “Heaven with the Gates Open”. Created by Lionel Hop Oast, de Rothschild in the 1920s, the tranquil oak Park & Ride .................08.35 woodland gardens oﬀer over 200 acres of natural Southwater .................08.40 and horticultural beauty. We have timed our visit to Ashington....................08.55 hopefully catch the display of azaleas at their best. Washington .................09.00 There are also riverside walks, showpiece rock, Storrington ...................09.10 exotic and heather gardens, sculpture and art West Chiltington...........09.18 exhibitions to enjoy. There is a large Plant Centre Pulborough .................09.25 and Gift Shop, and a licensed restaurant/tearooms. You may also take a ride on exbury’s steam railway which can be pre-booked for a reduced price of £3.50.

Friday 21st

Adult £32.50 Senior £31.50

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

pickups Pulborough ..................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Storrington..................08.30 Washington .................08.40 Ashington....................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Roﬀey ..........................09.25

We make our way to the town of Hythe, where there will be time to explore this charming cinque port town and ﬁnd lunch. The coach will take you to the station, which is a short distance from the town centre. Here we join the early afternoon departure on ‘The World’s Smallest Public Railway’ – the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch. The train will take you to the western end of the line at Dungeness, a total journey time of around an hour. There will be about half an hour stop at New Romney Station, where you can disembark and see the headquarters of the railway. The station is also home to a souvenir shop and cafe. The coach will be waiting at Dungeness for the journey home.

Saturday 22nd

Adult £36.50

Beaulieu

Senior £35.00 pickups Roﬀey..........................08.00 Horsham, Station .........08.10 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.25 Southwater .................08.30 Ashington....................08.45 Washington.................08.50 Storrington ..................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.08 Pulborough ..................09.15

Beaulieu, situated at the edge of the New Forest has been home to Lord Montagu’s family for over 500 years. The estate oﬀers a wealth of attractions whether your interests are mechanical, historical or horticultural. The world famous Motor Museum is home to over 250 cars from the pioneering days of British motoring to the present day. In the Gothic-style Victorian mansion costumed guides give you a ﬂavour of life below stairs and share the history of the fascinating house. Beaulieu’s gardens include the Victorian Flower Garden and Wilderness Garden.

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April Saturday 22nd pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.00 Horsham, Station.........07.05 Horsham, Library..........07.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.20 Southwater ..................07.25 Ashington ....................07.40 Washington..................07.45 Storrington...................07.55

Adult £23.00 Senior £22.00

Wells

England’s smallest Cathedral City

Wells is a pretty and thriving market town nestled at the foot of the Mendip Hills. The name Wells derives from the three wells dedicated to Saint Andrew, one in the market place and two within the grounds of the Bishop’s Palace and Cathedral. Wells is the smallest Cathedral city in England. The Mute Swans in the moat at the Bishops Palace have for centuries been trained to ring bells via strings attached to them to beg for food. Two swans which were given to the bishop by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006, are still able to ring for lunch! There are plenty of cafes and restaurants and we aim to allow about 4 hours in the city.

Sunday 23rd pickups Horsham, D&B .............07.45 Horsham, Station.........07.50 Horsham, Library.........07.55 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Southwater ..................08.10 Ashington....................08.25 Washington.................08.30 Storrington ..................08.40

Adult £32.50

Senior £31.50

Mapperton House and Gardens

Mapperton is a located in a deep Dorset valley. The Jacobean manor house, built of sandstone, overlooks 15 acres of grounds set over 4 levels, including a 1920s Italianate topiary garden and a classical orangery, all with stunning views of the rolling hills beyond. We have arranged for a guided tour of the house, still family home to the Earl of Sandwich and there will be time to explore the gardens and church. The Sawmill Cafe oﬀers a range of sandwiches and light lunches.

Tuesday 25th pickups Pulborough .................08.20 West Chiltington .........08.28 Storrington ..................08.35 Washington .................08.45 Ashington....................08.50 Southwater .................09.05 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................09.10 Horsham, Library ........09.20 Horsham, Station ........09.25 Roﬀey ..........................09.30

All Seats £43.50

Hever Tulip Celebrations

includes a two-course lunch

As spring takes hold across the county, the stunning Hever Castle tulip display is in full bloom. Arguably one of the best gardens to see tulips in Kent, the garden is alive with over fifty different varieties of this springtime favourite. Our trip today includes admission to the Castle and gardens, a garden tour plus a two-course lunch which includes bread, a glass of wine or soft drink, tea and coffee. Main Course: Roast Loin of Pork served with Sage Onion Stuffing or Asparagus and Hall Place Cheddar Tart, both served with seasonal vegetables and new potatoes. Dessert: Rhubarb Fragipane Tart and Custard or Kentish Ice Cream.

To book call 01903 741233

April Friday 28th

Adult £28.50

Senior £27.50

Herstmonceux Castle

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Ashington.....................09.10 Storrington ..................09.20 Washington .................09.30 Steyning ......................09.45

We make our way to the seaside town of Eastbourne where there will to time to ﬁnd lunch and take a stroll along the promenade. Later we travel the short distance to Herstmonceux Castle. This magniﬁcent moated castle is set in beautiful parkland and superb Elizabethan gardens. Built originally as a country home in the mid 15th century, the castle embodies the history of medieval England and the romance of renaissance Europe. There will be a guided tour of the Castle lasting about an hour, after which you will be free to explore the grounds and enjoy refreshments in The Chestnuts Tearooms.

Saturday 29th

Adult £30.00 Senior £29.00

Lydiard Park House and Walled Garden

pickups Storrington...................07.40 Washington..................07.50 Ashington ....................07.55 Southwater ..................08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................08.15 Horsham, Library ........08.25 Horsham, Station ........08.30 Horsham, D&B ............08.35 Dorking .......................09.00

Once the ancestral home of the Viscounts Bolingbroke, there’s a wealth of history waiting to be discovered as you tour round the beautifully-restored State Rooms of Lydiard House, with its original furnishings, ornate plasterwork and family portraits. Next door, St Mary’s Church is packed with intriguing monuments to the St John family, including the unique triptych and Golden Cavalier statue. The Forest Cafe and Coach House Tea Rooms provide drinks and light lunches.

May Wednesday 3rd

All Seats £21.00

Salisbury or Wilton

pickups Roﬀey ...........................09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.25 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.40 Ashington....................09.55 Washington..................10.00 Storrington....................10.10

Today you can either visit the elegant cathedral City of Salisbury, or remain on the coach to travel to nearby Wilton. The Factory Shopping Village has been created around a beautifully restored 18th century courtyard that was formerly the old Wilton Carpet Factory. Shops such as The Edinburgh Woollen Mill all oﬀer famous brand names at low prices.

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May Thursday 4th

Adults £67.00 Senior £66.00

pickups Pulborough .................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.07 Storrington ...................09.15 Washington .................09.25 Ashington....................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Roﬀey............................10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

The Girls

at The Phoenix Theatre, London The original, heartwarming story of the ordinary ladies of the Rylstone and District WI who achieved something extraordinary has been turned into a musical. Based on the original Calendar Girls ﬁlm, the writing talents of Gary Barlow and Tim Firth have combined in this comedy musical – now brought to the West End following an original run in Leeds, where it received standing ovations at every performance. There will be time to ﬁnd lunch in London's West end prior to the 2.30pm performance. Seats at the theatre will be in The Stalls. We are also going to see The girls on 31st August.

Friday 5th pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.00 Horsham, Station ........08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Southwater .................08.25 Billingshurst ................08.40 Pulborough .................08.55 West Chiltington..........09.03 Storrington ...................09.10 Washington .................09.20 Steyning ......................09.35

All Seats £21.00

A Day Out to Hastings We travel to the seaside town of Hastings. Take a stroll along the recently re-opened pier that stretches almost 900 feet into the English Channel or visit the old town and ride one of the two cliﬀ lifts (the East Hill lift is the steepest in Britain).

Friday 5th pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.40 Horsham, Station ........08.45 Horsham, Library ........08.50 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.00 Southwater .................09.05 Ashington....................09.20 Storrington ..................09.30 Washington .................09.40 Steyning ......................09.55

All Seats £31.50

Lunch at The Moorings By popular demand and after a brief coﬀee stop we travel today to The Moorings, a traditional English restaurant which is located on the beach in Pevensey. We will be served a delicious three-course lunch whilst enjoying the coastal atmosphere.

To book call 01903 741233

May Saturday 6th

Adults £56.00 Senior £55.00 pickups Pulborough .................09.30 West Chiltington..........09.37 Storrington ..................09.45 Washington .................09.55 Ashington.....................10.00 Southwater ...................10.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................10.20 Horsham, Library .........10.30 Horsham, Station.........10.35 Horsham D&B ..............10.40 Dorking.........................11.05

Film Music Gala

at The Royal Albert Hall This concert by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra is sure to delight all film fans. Led by conductor Nick Davies with vocals by Louise Dearman, relive some of the great Hollywood blockbuster soundtracks and timeless film scores. There will be time to find lunch at The royal Albert Hall (please book direct if you wish to have lunch at one of the restaurants) or one of the nearby restaurants before the 3.00 pm performance. Seats at the concert will be located in the Stalls, Block g.

Saturday 6th

Adult £26.00

Senior £25.00 pickups Roﬀey..........................09.00 Horsham, Station .........09.10 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.25 Southwater .................09.30 Ashington....................09.45 Storrington ..................09.55 Washington..................10.05 Steyning.......................10.20

Arlington Woods Bluebell Walk It is a number of years since we visited Bates Green Farm to see the Bluebells and we hope to catch them at their best on this visit. This working farm has been opening its grounds to support local charities for over 40 years and todate has helped raise over £800,000 for good causes. There are several walks to choose from – the main walk through Beatons Woods is levelled and gravelled and there is seating provided at regular intervals to enable you to enjoy the surroundings. There are a number of motor scooters and wheelchairs available to borrow for the less mobile. Light refreshments are available, provided by one of the local charities that are supported by the event. We shall return home in the afternoon via Beachy Head and the Birling Gap.

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May Monday 8th pickups Roﬀey..........................08.20 Horsham, Station ........08.30 Horsham, Library ........08.35 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.45 Southwater .................08.50 Ashington.....................09.10 Storrington ..................09.20 Washington .................09.30 Steyning ......................09.45

All Seats £32.50

National Trust Members £21.00

Scotney Castle

Today we travel to Lamberhurst near Tunbridge Wells to visit the 400 year old, moated Scotney Castle set in over 770 acres of parkland and woodland. Discover the delights of the Victorian Mansion with its secrets and stories. After exploring the castle and gardens enjoy a delicious lunch in the tea rooms or bring your own food to enjoy in the newly created picnic area. A visit to the shop is a must where you will ﬁnd tasty local produce including their Scotney Bitter and honey from their own bees.

Monday 8th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Adult £41.50

Senior £38.00

Wimbledon Tour

Today we travel to The All England Lawn Tennis Club in Wimbledon – home to the world famous championships every summer. After time for lunch you will have a full tour of the grounds, led by a Blue Badge Guide. You’ll learn about how Wimbledon’s distinctive grass is cared for and how the site is improved and developed each year. You’ll see facilities provided for the press, broadcasters and the world’s best tennis players – including a visit to the famous Centre Court. Afterwards there will be time to visit the Museum at your own pace, ﬁnding out how The Championships have developed since 1877. please note that the tour lasts approximately 90 minutes and is unsuitable for people with walking diﬃculties.

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May Tuesday 9th

Adult £38.00

Senior £37.00

Stonor Park & Gardens

includes a cream tea

pickups Storrington..................08.30 Washington .................08.40 Ashington....................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Horsham, D&B ............09.25 Dorking .......................09.50

After a lunch visit to the riverside town of Henley on Thames we take the coach onwards a few miles to Stonor. Nestled in the rolling Oxfordshire countryside and home to the Stonor family for over 850 years, Stonor Park is one of the oldest family homes still lived in today. Highlights include the grand Gothic revival hall, atmospheric 17th century library and the dramatic long gallery opening on to beautiful Italianate gardens, carrying on through to the old Kitchen and Arboretum. The lush parkland of Stonor is set in a dramatic, sweeping valley deep within the heart of the Chiltern Hills. included in the price, a delicious cream tea will be served in The pantry cafe located in the 13th Century Hall.

Wednesday 10th

Adults £52.00 Senior £51.00

Thoroughly Modern Millie

at The New Victoria Theatre, Woking

Based on the 1967 Academy Award-winning film, Thoroughly Modern Millie takes you back to the height of the Jazz Age in New York City, when “moderns” including a flapper named Millie Dillmount were bobbing their hair, raising their hemlines, entering the workforce, and rewriting the rules of love. From explosive tap routines to a ‘Fred and Ginger’ routine on a window ledge Thoroughly Modern Millie is a perfectly constructed show of madcap merriment for all the family. There will be time to find lunch in Woking prior to the 2.30pm performance.

Thursday 11th

pickups Pulborough ..................10.00 West Chiltington...........10.07 Storrington....................10.15 Washington..................10.25 Ashington.....................10.30 Southwater ..................10.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................10.50 Horsham, Library..........11.00 Horsham, Station..........11.05 Horsham D&B................11.10

All Seats £37.00

The ArcelorMittal Orbit with two-course lunch

pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Roﬀey ...........................09.10

Britain’s largest piece of art, the ArcelMittal Orbit was built for the 2012 Olympics and stands 376 feet over what is now the Queen Elizabeth Park. Views of up to 20 miles are possible from the observation deck and afterwards, on your return to ground level, a two-course lunch will be served in the adjacent Podium Bar & Kitchen. In the afternoon you will have free time to explore the park on foot or on one of the guided boat tours or perhaps take a tour of the former Olympic Stadium (cost of all other attractions not included). The Westﬁeld Shopping Centre is also close-by. normal descent from the Orbit is by lift, although for those feeling ﬁt there are 455 stairs or, for the brave, you may ride the world’s longest tunnel slide that spirals its way to the ground, subject to availability and additional cost – please enquire at time of booking.

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May Monday 15th pickups Storrington..................08.00 Washington ..................08.10 Ashington.....................08.15 Southwater .................08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Horsham, Station........08.50 Horsham, D&B ............08.55 Dorking .......................09.20

All Seats £32.50

National Trust Members £21.00

Dyrham Park

Set in 274 acres of gardens and parkland. Dyrham Park is a baroque mansion situated in an ancient deer park which is home to a herd of 200 fallow deer near the village of Dyrham in South Gloucestershire. Inside the impressive mansion, built by hard-working civil servant William Blathwayt, discover fascinating interiors little changed in 300 years, as well as a rich collection that includes superb Dutch art and ceramics of the period. The Courtyard Tea-room serves a range of hot and cold food and refreshments.

Tuesday 16th pickups Storrington...................07.30 Washington..................07.40 Ashington.....................07.45 Southwater .................08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Horsham, Station........08.20 Horsham, D&B ............08.25 Dorking .......................08.50

Adult £37.50 Senior £35.50

Bowood House

includes Rhododendron Walk

Considered to be one of Wiltshire’s greatest hidden treasures, Bowood House is set in 100 acres of beautiful parkland and is the home of the Landsdowne family. There will be time to visit the house and gardens and during the afternoon we will take you to the estate’s Rhododendron Walks. This woodland garden oasis of azaleas, magnolias and rhododendrons is considered to be one of the most exciting gardens of its type in the country. The Tree House Cafe Coﬀee Shop and Stables restaurant oﬀer a range of food and drink or you may prefer to bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds.

Friday 19th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Roﬀey ...........................09.10

All Seats £32.50

Mount Ephraim Gardens and Faversham with Cream Tea

We travel, ﬁrst of all, to the charming and historic town of Faversham in Kent. There will be time to explore this picturesque market town (the town has almost 500 listed buildings) and ﬁnd some lunch. In the afternoon we drive to the nearby village of Hernhill to visit Mount Ephraim Gardens. The gardens are set in the grounds of the home of the Dawes family and were originally laid out in the early 1900s, but after wartime neglect (when most adult men were enlisted in wartime services) they were substantially restored by Mary and Bill Dawes from the early 1950s. Today the gardens comprise the Mizmaze, Topiary Garden, Japanese Style Rock Garden and Water Garden, Millenium Rose Garden and Arboretum. Before leaving for home we have arranged for a delicious cream tea to be served in the Woodrose Tearooms.

To book call 01903 741233

May Saturday 20th

Adults £67.95 Senior £66.95

Don’t Dress for Dinner – at The Mill at Sonning includes Lunch

pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham D&B ..............09.10

With his wife out of town, an alibi from his best friend Robert, and Suzette, a Cordon Bleu cook, lined up to prepare gourmet delights, debonair Bernard thinks he’s planned the perfect romantic weekend for his glamorous French mistress, Suzanne. But when Bernard’s wife, Jacqueline, hears that Robert is visiting for the weekend, she decides to stick around for a surprise tryst of her own. Setting the stage for a sidesplitting collision course of mistaken identities. Suzanne becomes the cook, Suzette becomes the lover, the friend is bewildered, the wife is suspicious and an evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed. price includes travel, 2-course lunch and seats to the matinee performance.

Sunday 21st

All Seats £46.00

The Play That Goes Wrong The Duchess Theatre, London

pickups West Chiltington..........09.38 Pulborough .................09.45 Billingshurst .................10.00 Southwater ...................10.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................10.20 Horsham, Library .........10.30 Horsham, Station.........10.35 Horsham, D&B .............10.40 Dorking.........................11.05

Winner of the 2015 Olivier Award Winner for Best New Comedy. The Play That Goes Wrong is the story of The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are putting on a 1920s murder mystery. But as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong does in this London show. The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their ﬁnal curtain call, with hilarious consequences. Seats in the theatre will ne in the Stalls and there will be time prior to the 3.00pm performance to ﬁnd lunch in the Covent garden area.

Sunday 21st

Adult £33.50 Senior £32.50 National Trust Members £21.00

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

pickups Storrington..................08.20 West Chiltington .........08.28 Pulborough .................08.35 Billingshurst ................08.50 Southwater .................09.05 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................09.10 Horsham, Library ........09.20 Horsham, Station ........09.25 Roﬀey ..........................09.30

Sissinghurst’s garden was created in the 1930s by poet Vita Sackville-West and her author husband Harold Nicolson. The garden is designed as a series of ‘rooms’, each with a different character of colour and/or theme, the walls being high clipped hedges and many pink brick walls.The rooms and ‘doors’ are so arranged that, as one enjoys the beauty in a given room, one suddenly discovers a new vista into another part of the garden, making a walk a series of discoveries that keeps leading one into yet another area of the garden. Sissinghurst has a restaurant and coffee shop. We shall return from Sissinghurst via a different route, dropping off in the same order as our morning pick-ups, finishing in roffey.

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May Monday 22nd pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Billingshurst .................09.10 Pulborough .................09.25 West Chiltington..........09.33 Storrington ..................09.40

All Seats £12.50

New Customers' Drive We appreciate that those who are new to Roadmark Travel may wish to try a short day trip before making further bookings. For this reason we have arranged an excursion for anyone who has never travelled with us before. Join us on this trip to ﬁnd out all about our excursions and holidays and, if you haven't travelled by coach for a while, how comfortable our modern vehicles are and how much you can see.

Monday 22nd pickups Horsham, D&B .............07.45 Horsham, Station.........07.50 Horsham, Library.........07.55 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Southwater ..................08.10 Ashington....................08.25 Storrington ..................08.35 Washington .................08.45 Steyning ......................09.00

All Seats £21.00

Rye and The Romney Marsh

Today we will make our way into East Sussex, arriving in the historic medieval town of Rye where there will be time to find lunch. Originally the sea flowed right up to the south side of Rye, and though the sea is now two miles away, the town is still surrounded by water on three sides and has a harbour and small fishing fleet. In the afternoon we drive into Kent, passing through the unique and distinctive landscape of Romney Marsh. We shall stop in Tenterden where there will be time to find tea before we journey home.

Tuesday 23rd pickups Pulborough ..................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Storrington..................08.30 Washington .................08.40 Ashington....................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Roﬀey ..........................09.25

Adult £36.90

Senior £35.90

Penshurst Place with Cream Tea

Described as a ‘quintessentially English home’ Penshurst Place has been a home to kings and noblemen for over 650 years. You can explore the house, including the impressive medieval Barons Hall, at your own pace. There will also be time to explore the 11 acres of stunning Elizabethan walled gardens. Later in the afternoon, before leaving for home, you will be served a Cream Tea in the Garden Restaurant. price includes coach travel, admission to house and gardens and cream tea.

To book call 01903 741233

May Tuesday 23rd

All Seats £29.50 National Trust Members £20.00

Ham House Situated on the banks of the River Thames, Ham is one of London's treasure houses and gardens. With a substantial collection of 17thCentury paintings, furniture and textiles, Ham reveals what life looked like during the reign of Charles I and II. The ongoing re-creation of the garden features a large walled kitchen garden, a formal lavender garden and a woodland wilderness. Prior to arriving at Ham for an afternoon visit we shall have approximately 2 hours in Kingston upon Thames where there are plenty of places to ﬁnd lunch. There is a small cafe at Ham House serving light refreshment.

Wednesday 24th

pickups Pulborough .................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.07 Storrington ...................09.15 Washington .................09.25 Ashington....................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Horsham, D&B ..............10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

All Seats £61.00 pickups Pulborough .................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.07 Storrington ...................09.15 Washington .................09.25 Ashington....................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Horsham, D&B ..............10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

Stepping Out

at The Vaudeville Theatre, London Stepping Out follows eight individuals from a mix of backgrounds who ﬁnd themselves together in a North London church hall for a weekly tap dancing class. Whilst they begin the class for a variety of reasons, their motivations develop as we begin to meet each of the characters. Many begin the class with a lack of coordination and skill but as the weeks develop they each begin to master the basics, leading to a performance at a charity gala. The group continue to tap their troubles away and their distinct personalities begin to shine through, creating a funny and heart-warming comedy. Amanda Holden stars in this new production alongside Natalie Casey, Tracey-Oberman, Tamzin Outhwaite and Nicola Stephenson. Seats in the theatre will be in the Stalls and there will be time prior to the 2.30pm performance to ﬁnd lunch in the Covent garden area.

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May Thursday 25th pickups Storrington..................08.00 Washington ..................08.10 Ashington.....................08.15 Southwater .................08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Horsham, Station........08.50 Horsham, D&B ............08.55 Dorking .......................09.20

All Seats £30.70

National Trust Members £21.00

Greys Court

An intimate family home and peaceful estate set in the rolling hills of the Chilterns. This picturesque 16th century mansion and tranquil gardens were home to the Brunner family until recent years. The house exudes a welcoming atmosphere with a wellstocked kitchen and homely living rooms. The series of walled gardens is a colourful patchwork of interest set amid medieval ruins. Other buildings from earlier eras include the Great Tower from the 12th century and a rare donkey wheel, in use until the 20th century. We shall make a stop in the town of Marlow where there will be time to purchase lunch before our early afternoon arrival at Greys Court.

Friday 26th pickups Storrington..................08.00 Washington ..................08.10 Ashington.....................08.15 Southwater .................08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Horsham, Station........08.50 Horsham, D&B ............08.55 Dorking .......................09.20

Adult £42.00

Senior £41.00

A Lunch Cruise on the Kennet & Avon Canal by Horse Drawn Boat

The Kennet & Avon Canal was built to connect Bristol and London via the Rivers Avon, Kennet and Thames and, following years of disuse and much restoration work was re-opened in 1990. Today’s cruise departs from the village of Kintbury. The horse-drawn Kennet Valley will take you on a relaxing journey through the Berkshire countryside during which you will be served a lunch of sandwiches with a variety of ﬁllings followed by sponge cake and a cup of tea.

To book call 01903 741233

June Saturday 3rd

All Seats £21.00

Cambridge or Duxford

pickups Storrington..................08.00

The university town of Cambridge has many Washington ..................08.10 fine buildings, museums and churches. You Ashington.....................08.15 may wish to enjoy a Cambridge tradition – Southwater .................08.30 punting on the River Cam, or tour the famous Hop Oast, Kings College. If you prefer, you can visit Park & Ride .................08.35 Duxford, Europe’s premier aviation museum. Horsham, Library ........08.45 This famous heritage site began as an airfield Horsham, Station........08.50 in the First World War and was an important Roffey..........................08.55 fighter station in the Second World War. As well as housing the American Air Museum there is a large selection of British military and civil aircraft including the third Concorde to be built, a Naval Collection and Battle of Britain Exhibition. Admission to Duxford is not included.

Sunday 4th

Adult £26.50

Senior £25.50

Child £23.50

Capel Manor Gardens

and the Herts Heavy Horse Show

Capel Manor Gardens, ﬁrst established in the late 13th Century, are located in a beautiful 30 acre site surrounding a Georgian Manor House and Victorian Stables. It oﬀers a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes at Greater London’s only Specialist College for those interested in plants, animals and the environment. The richly planted theme gardens include a Japanese Rock Garden, an Italianate Maze and a 17th Century Style Garden & Well and many others. Our visit coincides with the Hertfordshire Heavy Horse Show with displays of Clydesdales, Shires and other working horses. There is a restaurant in which to purchase lunch or you may wish to bring a picnic to enjoy by the lake.

Tuesday 6th

Adult £37.90

Senior £36.90

Poole Harbour Cruise with Cream Tea

On arrival in Poole there will be time to explore the busy quayside and ﬁnd lunch. In the afternoon you will board the beautifully restored 1938 motor yacht ‘Dorset Queen’ for a 90 minute cruise. There will be a live commentary throughout the cruise as you pass sights such as Brownsea Island Castle and ‘Millionaires Row’ on Sandbanks. Whilst on board you will be served a Cream Tea before returning to Poole Quay to re-join the coach for the journey home. Fare includes cruise and Cream Tea.

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.00 Horsham, Station ........08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Southwater .................08.25 Ashington....................08.40 Washington .................08.45 Storrington..................08.55 West Chiltington..........09.03 Pulborough ..................09.10

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June Tuesday 6th pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, D&B ............08.40 Dorking .......................09.05

All Seats £49.50

The Mourning Tour

includes a two-course lunch

Join us on this fascinating tour of Highgate Cemetery – final resting place of many famous people. During the guided tour of the cemetery’s West Wing you will find out about the Victorian attitude to death and view the magnificent architecture of some of the tombs and chapels including the Egyptian Avenue and Circle of Lebanon. There will also be time to explore the cemetery’s East Wing home to many graves including one of Highgate’s most famous ‘residents’, Karl Marx. Afterwards enjoy a 2-course meal, served in a nearby restaurant. Please note that this is a walking tour of approximately 90 minutes which also includes 2 flights of stairs. MAIN COURSE: Fish & Chips or Chicken & Chips or Vegetable Tarte & Salad DESSERT: Crème Brulee or Ice Cream

Wednesday 7th pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Roﬀey..........................08.40

Adult £22.50 Senior £21.50

A Day Out to Maldon

Maldon, in Essex, is located on the Blackwater estuary and is probably best known as the foremost modern-day centre for Thames sailing barges (one of which features on the district’s badge). The Hythe Quay is home to these distinctive boats and adjacent is Promenade Park, which provides fantastic views of the estuary and is home to the Maldon Museum. Weather permitting you may wish to take a river trip. A short walk away in the town centre is the Combined Military Services Museum, which houses collections from all of Britains armed forces. There are plenty of pubs and cafes by the Hythe or in the town centre in which to enjoy lunch.

Thursday 8th pickups Storrington ...................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Pulborough .................08.30 Billingshurst ................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Roﬀey ..........................09.25

Adult £54.50

Senior £53.50

A Musical World Cruise including lunch

Join us on this world cruise without leaving dry land! There is no need for passports or life jackets as we aim to recreate the magic of the open sea and the glamour of the steam ships of old. On arrival you will collect your boarding card and then enjoy coﬀee and biscuits before ‘setting sail’. Your Captain and First Oﬃcer will entertain you with music from around the world, followed by a musical quiz. Following a three-course lunch our ship will dock in the USA for an afternoon of well known stateside musical classics. Dress code for the day is casual, but there will be a prize for the best dressed person – black tie, evening wear, nautical costumes or, if you prefer, pirates!

To book call 01903 741233

Door-To-Door Holidays 2017

2017 COACH TOURS Thank you to everyone who has already booked a roadmark holiday this year. There is still space on many tours, and we would love to see you. Full details and prices are shown in our Holiday Brochure, available on request. most tours include Door-to-Door Service, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast, and a programme of excursions. At the time of going to press we have availability on all of the following holidays. Just call for further information or to make a reservation.

MARCH

SEPTEMBER

Spring in the English Riviera (5 days)

West Country Borderlands (5 days) Perfect Pembrokeshire (5 days) Medieval Monschau (5 days) The Isle of Man (7 days)

APRIL Spring Mystery Holiday (4 days) Richard III & The Wars of the Roses (5 days) The Lake District (7 days)

JUNE Historic Bath & Bristol (4 days) Shetland & Royal Deeside (8 days) Bodelwyddan Castle (Warners) (5 days)

JULY Summer in Sidmouth (5 days) Perfect Paignton (8 days) Hidden Wonders of France (8 days) Koblenz & Three River Valleys (6 days)

AUGUST The Serene Severn Valley (4 days) Stratford-upon-Avon (5 days) Nidd Hall (Warners) (5 days) The Pudding Club (2 days)* Southport Flower Show (4 days) Meandering Through Mid-Wales (6 days)

OCTOBER Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West Coast (8 days) A Taste of Scotland (7 days) Cruise to the Views (last cabin!) (6 days) A Gloucestershire Potpourri (6 days)

NOVEMBER The Amazing Bridgwater Carnival (4 days) Pre-Christmas at the Hotel Rex (5 days) Fawlty Towers Evening (2 days)* Birmingham International Tattoo (3 days) Cricket St.Thomas (Warners) (5 days)

DECEMBER Christmas Markets of Alsace & Champagne (6 days) NEW! Longleat Festival of Light (4 days) A West Country Christmas (5 days) * Tour does not include door-to-door service

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Longleat Festival of Light & The Cotswolds Friday 15th December for 4 days

The spectacular Festival of Light at Longleat, now in its fourth year, has quickly become established as one of the Country’s top events of the festive season and attracts thousands of visitors. ITINERARY DAY 1 A taxi will collect you from home and bring you to the coach to join your driver and fellow travellers. We will make our way to Wilton near Salisbury for a lunch break at Wilton Shopping Village. Discover a historic courtyard, shops, restaurant and an antique centre, all housed within part of the original Wilton Carpet Factory built in 1710. This afternoon we continue across Salisbury Plain to reach our hotel in good time for dinner. DAY 2 An excursion through the Cotswolds to the Spa town of Cheltenham. There will time to visit the Christmas market, held on the Promenade, and featuring around 40 stalls selling a wide range of Christmas gifts, crafts, food and drink. We will also take a trip on the gloucestershire & Warwickshire Heritage railway to enjoy wonderful views of sleepy Cotswold villages. The return coach journey takes us via Bourton-on-the Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, Burford and the Thames Valley. DAY 3 After breakfast we will drive to the charming Somerset town of Frome for a morning coﬀee stop. A short distance away is Longleat, where our visit will start with a tour of the famous Safari park, followed by time to visit the House with its giant Christmas Tree and costumed characters. The Festival of Light programme

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was not available at the time this brochure went to press, but expect displays and glowing tableaux, over 2,500 individual lights, more than 30,000 bulbs and 4km of LED lighting – all creating a truly magical experience. We return to the Hotel for a slightly later dinner. DAY 4 This morning we will take you to the great Western Designer Outlet. If you have not yet ﬁnished your Christmas shopping this is the place! Housed in the cleverly restored buildings of the old GWR railway works are over 100 stores, including a John Lewis Home outlet. In the food court you can see one of the steam engines originally built in Swindon. We will stay for a couple of hours before making our way home to Sussex to meet the waiting taxis.

Your Holiday Hotel Stay for 3 nights, with dinner, bed and breakfast, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on the outskirts of Swindon. There are 171 bedrooms, accessed by lift, and ground floor rooms may be available on request. Bedrooms have tea/coffee making facilities, and bathrooms feature both baths and showers. Dinner is a threecourse buffet with a choice, and includes tea/coffee. A delicious buffet breakfast is served each morning. www.doubletree3.hilton.com £309 per person sharing a twin or double room £59 supplement for sole occupancy Deposit £75 Travel Insurance £22.50

June Friday 9th

All Seats £32.00 National Trust Members £21.00

Mottisfont Abbey & Gardens

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Ashington.....................09.10 Washington ..................09.15 Storrington ..................09.25 West Chiltington..........09.33 Pulborough .................09.40

Beautifully set near a tributary of the River Test, Mottisfont Abbey was converted into a house following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the mid 16th century. Within the walled garden is the National Collection of Heritage Roses and we time our visit to hopefully see them at their best. The House contains the cellarium of the priory and a drawing room with stunning decoration by Rex Whistler. There is a National Trust restaurant and Gift Shop.

Saturday 10th

All Seats £21.00

Rochester Dickens Festival Rochester has a strong Charles Dickens connection as the author spent some of his childhood in the area before returning for the last 13 years of his life. Every year since 1978 the city has held a festival to commemorate and celebrate the author with a mix of costume, music and street theatre with many people competing to be the best dressed Dickensian character.

Sunday 11th

Adult £36.00

Senior £33.00

Child £31.00

Althorp House & Grounds

This is an opportunity to visit the home of the Spencer family and its outstanding collection of furniture, pictures and ceramics dating back 500 years. You will explore the house by guided tour and there will also be time to stroll through the re-modelled gardens which include the Oval Lake, ﬁnal resting place of Princess Diana. The Stables Block houses the Spencer exhibition, exploring how the family has shaped Althorp and its treasures. The Stables Cafe serves a range of hot and cold food.

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June Tuesday 13th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Roﬀey ...........................09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Adult £34.00

Kew Gardens The Royal Botanic Garden at Kew is more than just a garden. It is home to stunning vistas, an impressive arboretum, and ornate glasshouses and listed buildings, not to mention some of the rarest plants on the planet. Kew has over 30,000 species, including the world’s oldest known collection of orchids. Your ticket also includes admission to Kew Palace and The Royal Kitchens.

Wednesday 14th pickups Storrington ..................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.08 Pulborough ..................09.15 Billingshurst ................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Horsham D&B ...............10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

Senior £33.00

All Seats £52.00

42nd Street

at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane

42nd Street is a classic backstage musical that follows famed director Julian Marsh as he attempts to put on a brand new musical production during the height of the Great Depression. Peggy Sawyer, an unknown chorus girl, gets her big break and goes out on the stage a “youngster” and comes back a “star”. With a classic score of musical theatre standards including “We're in the Money”, “Lullaby of Broadway”, “42nd Street” and “About a Quarter to Nine”, this heart-warming musical provides exceptional tap routines and classic comedy. Seats at the Theatre royal Drury Lane will be in The royal Circle. There will be time to ﬁnd lunch around the Covent garden area prior to the 2.30pm performance.

Thursday 15th pickups Storrington...................07.40 West Chiltington ..........07.48 Pulborough..................07.55 Billingshurst .................08.10 Southwater .................08.25 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.30 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Horsham, Station ........08.45 Roﬀey..........................08.50

Adult £58.00

Senior £53.50

Child £49.00

Pocahontas Cruise and Lunch This is still one of Roadmark’s most popular excursions and we are pleased to oﬀer it again in 2017. The MV Princess Pocahontas is operated by Freemen of the River Thames who have spent their working lives on this truly historic waterway. The crew’s knowledge of the Thames and its riverside areas will provide you with a fascinating and rewarding trip. We join Pocahontas in Gravesend and travel upriver passing Tilbury Docks, under the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and through the remarkable engineering feat of the Thames Barrier. You will see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament before the boat turns and heads downstream back to Gravesend to rejoin the coach for the homeward journey. The boat has a fully-stocked bar on board, and we include a light buﬀet lunch during the cruise. We are also running this excursion on 12th August with alternative pick up points.

To book call 01903 741233

June Friday 16th

Adult £36.50 Senior £35.00

Marwell Zoo

pickups Horsham, D&B .............08.15

Marwell Zoo, near Winchester, is the home Horsham, Station........08.20 of some of the world’s most beautiful and Horsham, Library ........08.25 interesting animals. Set in 140 acres of Hop Oast, landscaped park, Marwell is home to over Park & Ride .................08.35 180 exotic and endangered species. See Southwater .................08.40 giraﬀe, zebra, waterbuck and ostrich Billingshurst ................08.55 roaming wild in the African Valley. Discover Pulborough ..................09.10 the secrets of the rainforest in Tropical West Chiltington...........09.18 World. Marvel at wallabies and kookaburra Storrington ..................09.25 on the Australian Bush Walk. Dive beneath the surface with the underwater views in the newly opened Penguin Cove. Experience the wonders of South East Asia the new home for Marwell's Siamang gibbons. There are plenty of places to eat and drink, including Cafe Graze, where you can relax with views over African Valley. You can wander around the park at your leisure or take the Road Train for a 40 minute trip. There is also a narrow gauge railway available at a small additional charge.

Saturday 17th

All Seats £21.00

Broadstairs

for the Dickens Festival

pickups Storrington..................08.00 Washington ..................08.10 Ashington.....................08.15 Southwater .................08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Horsham, Station........08.50 Roﬀey..........................08.55

Charles Dickens visited Broadstairs in Kent regularly from 1837 until 1859. In 1937, to commemorate the centenary of the author’s ﬁrst visit, Gladys Waterer, the then resident of Dickens House, conceived the idea of putting on a production of David Copperﬁeld and of having people about the town in Victorian dress to publicise it. Thus the festival was born and, with the exception of the years of World War II, has been held annually ever since. Highlight of the day is the Grand Parade when the High Street is transformed back to Dickensian times.

Sunday 18th

All Seats £35.75

Warwick Castle

Magniﬁcent Warwick Castle dates from the 14th century and stands on a commanding site above the River Avon. Inside you will see a series of grand state rooms with waxwork ﬁgures conveying an atmosphere of a Victorian royal weekend. Reminders of the Castle’s less pleasant past can be seen in the dungeon and armoury! There are refreshment facilities at the Castle or the town is just a short distance away. A great day out! If you would rather just visit the town of Warwick, coach travel only is available at a cost of £21.50.

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June Thursday 22nd pickups Storrington ...................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Pulborough .................08.30 Billingshurst ................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Horsham, D&B ............09.25 Dorking .......................09.50

Adult £30.00

Senior £29.00

Chenies Manor House and Gardens

We travel to the historic town of St Albans this morning where there will be time to ﬁnd lunch and explore. The Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Albans is the oldest site of continuous worship in Britain. In the afternoon we make our way to Chenies. This Grade I Listed Building, known formerly as Chenies Palace, was owned by the Cheyne family who were granted the manorial rights in 1180. Both Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I visited the house on numerous occasions accompanied by their Courts. The gardens in their present form are the creation of Alistair and Elizabeth MacLeod Matthews and are divided into a series of compartments, with various colour themes and structural forms. price includes admission to the gardens and a guided tour of the house.

Friday 23rd pickups Horsham, D&B .............08.15 Horsham, Station........08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.25 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Southwater .................08.40 Billingshurst ................08.55 Pulborough ..................09.10 West Chiltington...........09.18 Storrington ..................09.25 Washington .................09.35 Steyning ......................09.50

All Seats £21.00

Eastbourne in Summer

Eastbourne is a ﬁrm favourite with Roadmark customers. The town still has an air of elegance about it – its gracious buildings, avenues and hotels owe their creation to the 7th Duke of Devonshire who designed the resort in 1834. The long esplanade overlooks colourful gardens and there are plenty of places to sit and relax. As well as the seaside the town has a good range of shops.

Saturday 24th pickups Storrington...................07.40 Washington..................07.50 Ashington ....................07.55 Southwater ..................08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................08.15 Horsham, Library ........08.25 Horsham, Station ........08.30 Horsham, D&B ............08.35 Dorking .......................09.00

All Seats £22.00

A Day in The Cotswolds

We drive through Oxfordshire into the gently rolling Cotswold Hills. Our first stop today is Broadway where there will be time to find some lunch in one of the many cafes or pubs located in the village. Afterwards we head through the attractive towns and villages of Moretonin-Marsh, Chipping Norton and Stow-onthe-Wold, and to the town of Bourton-on-the-Water.There will be time to explore this pretty town and find a cup of tea before we head home.

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June Sunday 25th

All Seats £21.00

London Go-as-youPlease

South Kensington, Marble Arch and South Bank

Sunday 25th

Let Roadmark take the strain of driving to and from London and spend the day as you choose. Our coach will set down and pick-up at SOUTH KENSINGTON (close to the Museums), MARBLE ARCH (Park Lane close to Oxford Street) and THE SOUTH BANK, close to The London Eye and Houses of Parliament).

Adult £31.00 Senior £30.00 English Heritage Members £21.00 pickups Storrington..................08.00 Washington ..................08.10 Ashington.....................08.15 Southwater .................08.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Horsham, Station........08.50 Horsham, D&B ............08.55 Dorking .......................09.20

Wrest Park

‘The sleeping beauty of English Gardens’ This is one of the most magniﬁcent yet least well-known gardens in England. Unlike ‘Capability’ Brown’s natural landscape styling, favoured during the late 18th century, Wrest Park’s formal gardens provide a fascinating history of gardening styles, laid out over 150 years and inspired by the great gardens of Versailles in France. The gardens are overlooked by a stylish French-style 18th century mansion and contain wonderful garden buildings. Make sure you explore the early 18th century pavilion designed by Thomas Archer – an architectural gem! Stroll around the Orangery, Italian Garden and Parterre with magniﬁcent statues that date from the 1830s.

Monday 26th

PASSPORT REQUIRED

All Seats £43.50

St Valery-sur-Somme via The Channel Tunnel

pickups Storrington ...................06.15 Washington.................06.25 Ashington....................06.30 Southwater .................06.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................06.50 Horsham, Library.........07.00 Horsham, Station.........07.05 Roﬀey............................07.10

We board a Eurotunnel train which will whisk us to France in a little over half an hour. We then join the motorway and travel south past Boulogne and into the region of Picardy. We will approach St. Valery on a road which runs right around the charming Bay of The Somme, past a patchwork of marshes and meadows. The old town is a delight. There will be plenty of time to explore, perhaps taking lunch in one of the restaurants and cafes which line the narrow streets. St. Valery dates back to medieval times, and a climb up to the ramparts will be rewarded by a superb view of the harbour from which William the Conqueror set sail.

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June Monday 26th pickups Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, D&B ............08.40 Dorking .......................09.05

Adult £36.50 Senior £35.50 National Trust Members £26.00

Stowe House and Gardens

Welcome to Stowe House, the principal temple of the famous picturesque Landscape Gardens forming one of the greatest and most imitated estates in Europe. Our visit today includes entrance to and guided tour of the House (now part of Stowe School) and afterwards we visit the Gardens, owned by the National Trust since 1989 and accessed via the 18th New Inn which is now a visitor centre. The Gardens with over 40 temples and monuments, have beautiful lakes and vistas with ever-changing scenes throughout the seasons.

Tuesday 27th pickups Pulborough .................08.45 West Chiltington .........08.52 Storrington ..................09.00 Washington ..................09.10 Ashington .....................09.15 Southwater .................09.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.35 Horsham, Library ........09.45 Horsham, Station ........09.50 Horsham D&B .............09.55 Dorking ........................10.20

Adults £52.00

Senior £51.00

The Wind in the Willows

at The London Palladium

Kenneth Grahame’s wild tale about the thrill-seeking, lovable menace Mr Toad comes to life in a brand new stage musical at the iconic London Palladium. With a by Oscar-winning screenwriter and Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and Olivier Award-winning composer and lyricist team George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, this production brings an explosion of anarchy, humour and heart to the stage. Seats at the theatre will be in the Stalls and there will be time prior to the 2.30pm performance to have lunch.

Thursday 29th pickups Storrington ..................08.45 Washington.................08.55 Ashington....................09.00 Southwater...................09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.20 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Horsham, Station ........09.35 Roﬀey ..........................09.40

All Seats £54.00

Sister Act

at The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury

This is the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she won’t be found – a convent! She then joins the choir, only to turn them into swinging sisters, which proves to be very popular with the local neighbourhood. Featuring dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, this is the funniest and funkiest musical around. Seats at Canterbury’s marlowe Theatre will be in the Stalls. There will be time to ﬁnd lunch in the city prior to the 2.30pm performance.

To book call 01903 741233

June Thursday 29th

Adult £48.00 Senior £46.50 English Heritage Members £35.50

Osborne House

Queen Victoria's Isle of Wight Home

pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.20 Horsham, Station.........07.25 Horsham, Library.........07.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.40 Southwater ..................07.45 Ashington....................08.00 Washington .................08.05 Storrington ...................08.15

Travelling via ferry from Portsmouth we visit the place about which Queen Victoria said “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” – Osborne House. Located on the northern shore of the Isle of Wight, the house reflects the passions, tastes and style of ©VisitBritain – martin Brent Victoria and Albert. Ornate furnishings and artefacts from The Royal Collection fill rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained heads of state, inventors, princess and princesses and ruled the vast British Empire. Once you have explored the State and Family rooms take a stroll through the magnificent grounds and gardens with views over The Solent. The property has a choice of places to purchase food and drink or you may prefer to bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds.

Friday 30th

Adult £31.00 Senior £29.00

Quex House & Gardens and Margate including The Powell-Cotton Museum

pickups Pulborough..................07.30 West Chiltington ..........07.38 Storrington...................07.45 Washington..................07.55 Ashington....................08.00 Southwater...................08.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Horsham, Library ........08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Roﬀey..........................08.40

We travel to Margate on the Kent coast where there will be time to explore this traditional seaside resort and have lunch. In the afternoon we make our way to Quex House & Gardens. Home of the Powell-Cotton family, many rooms of this Regency mansion, containing Oriental and English period furniture, are open to the public. The Powell-Cotton Museum’s eight galleries include three dedicated to animals acquired on Major Percy’s expeditions to Africa and Asia and the whole museum is thought to contain a total of 18,000 artefacts.

Friday 30th

Adult £33.00

Senior £32.00 RHS Members £20.00

Wisley Gardens Wisley was founded by Victorian businessman and RHS member George Ferguson Wilson, who purchased a 60 acre site in 1878. He gave the site to the RHS and since then Wisley has developed steadily and it is now is a large and diverse garden covering 240 acres. In addition to numerous formal and informal decorative gardens, several glasshouses and an extensive arboretum, it includes small scale “Model Gardens” which are intended to show visitors what they can achieve in their own gardens, and a trials ﬁeld where new cultivars are assessed.

pickups Pulborough .................08.40 West Chiltington..........08.47 Storrington..................08.55 Washington .................09.05 Ashington.....................09.10 Southwater .................09.25 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.30 Horsham, Library ........09.40 Horsham, Station ........09.45 Horsham, D&B ............09.50 Dorking .........................10.15

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July Saturday 1st pickups Storrington...................07.30 Washington..................07.40 Ashington.....................07.45 Southwater .................08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Horsham, Station........08.20 Horsham, D&B ............08.25 Dorking .......................08.50

All Seats £22.00

The Stratford-uponAvon River Festival

The 9th Annual River Festival takes place on the banks of the Avon opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon. There will be decorated boats on the River and Canal, waterway-related exhibitors, craft and food stalls, music and street entertainment. You will also have the opportunity to explore the home of The Bard with its many historic buildings including Shakespeare’s Birthplace and the impressive RSC Theatre.

Friday 7th & Saturday 8th Adult £45.50 Senior £44.50 Friday 7th pickups Storrington ...................08.10 West Chiltington...........08.18 Pulborough .................08.25 Billingshurst ................08.40 Southwater .................08.55 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.00 Horsham, Library .........09.10 Horsham, Station .........09.15 Horsham, D&B ............09.20 Dorking .......................09.45 Saturday 8th pickups Steyning .......................08.15 Washington.................08.30 Ashington....................08.35 Southwater .................08.50 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.55 Horsham, Library ........09.05 Horsham, Station .........09.10 Roﬀey ...........................09.15 Dorking .......................09.40

Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Set in the spectacular grounds of Hampton Court Palace; immerse yourself in the history, splendour and pleasure of gardening. Explore inspirational show gardens and innovative displays featuring the latest ideas in ‘Grow Your Own’, sustainable gardening and much more. Discover rose and plant marquees bursting with the best in ﬂoral excellence and shop your way through a wide array of quality plants and must-have garden accessories. With a range of expert talks and demonstrations for gardeners of all levels, the world’s largest annual ﬂower show is a truly great day out for all.

There is a good choice of catering outlets, or bring your own picnic to eat on the banks of the Long Water. please note that we have to use the Coach park, which is some way from the Show entrance, although there is normally a ferry service operated by Turks Cruises from the railway station to the show entrance. We endeavour to allow ﬁve hours at the Show.

To book call 01903 741233

July Sunday 9th

Adult £44.50 Senior £39.50

Longleat House & Safari

We travel today to Longleat House & Safari Park, home to the 7th Marquess of Bath. Set in 900 acres of stunning ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland and the ﬁrst stately home to open its doors to the public.We will drive through the Safari Park experiencing ‘wild’ animals moving freely across hundreds of acres of land. There will also be time to visit the house and Lord Bath’s murals or visit Jungle Kingdom. There are a selection of places to purchase food and drink.

Monday 10th

Adult £28.00

Senior £27.00

The New Forest and Cream Tea Today we shall drive through the New Forest, endeavouring to show you some of the most attractive parts, stopping in the busy town of Lymington for lunch. Be sure to leave some room as we shall stop later in the afternoon for a cream tea of scones, jam, clotted cream and a choice of tea or coﬀee.

Tuesday 11th

All Seats £28.90

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.00 Horsham, Station ........08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Southwater .................08.25 Billingshurst ................08.40 Pulborough .................08.55 West Chiltington..........09.03 Storrington ...................09.10

National Trust Members £21.00

Knole House

Nestled in a medieval 1000 acre deer park, Knole is vast, complex and full of hidden treasures. Originally an archbishop’s palace, the house passed through royal hands to the Sackville family – Knole’s inhabitants from 1603 to today. Inside the showrooms, art lovers will ﬁnd Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck to admire. Textiles enthusiasts can marvel at the seventeenth century tapestries and furniture that make the collection internationally signiﬁcant. Unchanged since medieval times the park remains home to the same deer herd, descendants of those hunted by Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. A selection of hot and cold lunches, snacks, cakes and drinks are available in the newly refurbished Brewhouse Café. please note that due to ongoing refurbishment some of the showrooms may be inaccessible. The gatehouse Tower is free for national Trust members and £3.00 for non-members on the day.

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July Thursday 13th

All Seats £21.00

pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.40 Horsham, Station.........07.45 Horsham, Library.........07.50 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.00 Southwater .................08.05 Ashington....................08.20 Washington.................08.25 Storrington ..................08.35

Weymouth in Summer We travel to Dorset for a visit to this attractive resort with its promenade and long sandy beach. There are all the usual seaside attractions, a local museum, and a Sealife Centre, with a tower which oﬀers stunning views over the area.

Friday 14th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Roﬀey ...........................09.10

Saturday 15th pickups Storrington..................08.30 West Chiltington..........08.38 Pulborough .................08.45 Billingshurst ................09.00 Southwater...................09.15 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.20 Horsham, Library ........09.30 Horsham, Station ........09.35 Horsham, D&B ............09.40 Dorking ........................10.05

All Seats £21.00

A Kentish Tour Today we head east into the county of Kent. As we drive along we shall endeavour to show you some of the prettiest towns and villages in the ‘Garden of England’. Following a morning stop for coﬀee we shall have time in the charming town of Tenterden for lunch. In the afternoon we shall return home via a diﬀerent route. Cost of refreshments not included.

Adult £37.00

Senior £36.00

Child £28.50

Houses of Parliament

On arrival in London there will be time to ﬁnd lunch around Westminster and the South Bank. Your tour of the Palace of Westminster will be by self-guided audio tour and highlights include The Queen’s Robing Room, © Visitengland – Luke rogers Prince’s Chamber, Royal Gallery, The Central and Members’ Lobbies, and the Chambers of both The Houses of Commons and Lords.

To book call 01903 741233

July Sunday 16th

All Seats £22.00

Beautiful Bath

pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.30 Horsham, Station.........07.35 Horsham, Library.........07.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.50 Southwater ..................07.55 Ashington.....................08.10 Washington ..................08.15 Storrington ..................08.25

There is plenty to see and do in the historic City of Bath, which is best explored on foot as most of the attractions are within a short walk of each other. See the famous Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths. Stop oﬀ for a bun at Sally Lunn’s and leave time to visit some of the city's independent shops.

Monday 17th

All Seats £21.00 pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.00 Horsham, Station ........08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.20 Southwater .................08.25 Billingshurst ................08.40 Pulborough .................08.55 West Chiltington..........09.03 Storrington ...................09.10

A Summer Mystery

Join us for a Summer Mystery Tour, when your driver will try to keep you guessing as to the destination. We will make stops for morning coﬀee and lunch before returning home (cost of refreshments not included).

Tuesday 18th

All Seats £40.00

Highclere Castle

film location for 'Downton Abbey'

pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Ashington.....................09.10 Washington ..................09.15 Storrington ..................09.25 West Chiltington..........09.33 Pulborough .................09.40

Highclere Castle, better known as the location for TV’s Downton Abbey is set amidst 1,000 acres of spectacular parkland and gardens. Home to the Carnarvon family since 1679, Highclere was designed and built in the Jacobean style by Charles Barry, architect of The Houses of Parliament. The price includes entrance to the house & grounds and also the Egyptian Exhibition which celebrates the 5th Earl’s discovery of Tutankhamun’s Tomb. The castle tea-rooms oﬀer a range of refreshments and light lunches or you are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds.

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July Monday 31st pickups Horsham, D&B ..............07.15 Horsham, Station.........07.20 Horsham, Library.........07.25 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.35 Southwater ..................07.40 Ashington ....................07.55 Washington.................08.00 Storrington ...................08.10

All Seats £21.00

A Day in Swanage

Swanage is a traditional Victorian seaside town, set at the heart of Purbeck and built around a beautiful bay sheltered from the north by Ballard Down and at the south, Peveril Point. Stroll the restored pier, play in the amusement arcades or take a boat trip to see the coast from the best viewpoint. The Swanage Railway operates regular services from the town’s station and the ruins of Corfe Castle, surrounded by the village of the same name is a 20 minute journey by steam train (cost of rail travel not included).

August Tuesday 1st pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

All Seats £21.00

Beautiful Berkshire We make our way to the town of Newbury, stopping on the way for refreshments. Newbury is a delightful blend of old and new and has managed to retain its old Market Town atmosphere. There are many pubs and restaurants so you will have no diﬃculty in choosing somewhere to eat. In the afternoon we take a scenic drive through the North Wessex Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty We shall make a stop for tea on the way home. Cost of refreshments not included.

Wednesday 2nd pickups Storrington ..................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.08 Pulborough ..................09.15 Billingshurst ................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Horsham, D&B ..............10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

All Seats £32.50

Chequers Inn Lunch, Lamberhurst

Following a scenic drive through the Sussex and Kent countryside we arrive in Lamberhurst for a delicious 2-course lunch at The Chequers Inn. The Inn dates back to 1137 when it was originally a Manor House. In 1414 it became a pub and was used as a Coaching Post House until 1913. The pub also boasts that Jane Austen herself was known to frequently visit the guest house-in search of inspiration for one of her many books. MAIN COURSE: Homemade Fish Pie; Homemade Beef Lasagne with Chips & Salad; Homemade Beef & Mushroom Pie with New Potatoes; Poached Salmon Salad; Sweet Chilli Chicken with Chips & Salad; Mushroom Stroganoﬀ with Rice or Vegetable Stir-Fry. DESSERT: Lemon Meringue Pie; Eton Mess; Chocolate Fudge Cake; Pear Crumble; Ice Cream.

To book call 01903 741233

August Thursday 3rd

Adult £39.50 Senior £38.50

Frogmore House & The Savill Garden Frogmore House has been a favourite royal retreat for more than 300 years. Built in the 17th century, it became royal property when it was purchased for George III’s wife, Queen Charlotte, in 1792. It is no longer an occupied royal residence, but is frequently used by the Royal Family for private entertaining. After a guided tour of the house we visit The Savill Garden, an enclosed part of Windsor Great Park. Created in the 1930s, the gardens consist of the 35 acres of interconnected gardens and woodland. Although there are no catering facilities at Frogmore House, there is a cafe and restaurant in The Savill garden which serve a variety of meals, snacks and hot and cold drinks.

Friday 4th

All Seats £21.00

Canterbury Canterbury is a fascinating place to visit. The long cathedral that dominates the city is the Mother Church of Anglicans throughout the world. It dates from Norman times and in the Middle Ages was the destination of countless pilgrims. There will be plenty of time to explore the Cathedral, the narrow streets and modern shopping area or perhaps take a boat trip on the river.

Saturday 5th

at Blenheim Palace

All Seats £41.00

Countryfile Live

The grounds of Blenheim Palace host this event which showcases the very best of the British countryside through live arena shows, talks, and animal displays. Other highlights of the event include Adam Henson’s Farm, The National Trust Theatre, a 550 stall Shopping Village and a host of great food and drink, including The Great British Ice Cream Parlour. Special early Booking price of £41.00 if booked and paid for by 31st march – after this date the price increases to £46.00.

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August Saturday 5th pickups Storrington...................07.30 Washington..................07.40 Ashington.....................07.45 Southwater .................08.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.05 Horsham, Library .........08.15 Horsham, Station........08.20 Roﬀey..........................08.25

Sunday 6th pickups Storrington...................07.50 Washington.................08.00 Ashington....................08.05 Southwater .................08.20 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.35 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Roﬀey ..........................08.45

All Seats £22.00

Bury St. Edmunds and Lavenham Lavenham, in Suﬀolk, is one of the ﬁnest medieval villages in England. Its timber-framed buildings and beautiful church of St. Peter and St. Paul, built on the success of the wool trade, make it a fascinating place to explore today. At its heart is the Guildhall of Corpus Christi, now owned by the National Trust. Before arriving in Lavenham we shall have some time in the historic market town of Bury St. Edmunds, famous for the Abbey Cathedral of St. Edmundsbury.

All Seats £39.00

National Trust Members £21.00

Wimpole Hall, Home Farm & Gardens

Wimpole is a working estate with the impressive mansion at its heart and donated to the National Trust in 1976 by Rudyard Kipling’s daughter In the house intimate rooms contrast with beautiful and unexpected Georgian interiors, including Soane’s breathtaking Yellow Drawing Room and wonderful plunge bath. The fascinating basement corridor oﬀers a glimpse into life below stairs. You may stroll around the colourful parterre garden and wander through the Pleasure Grounds to the walled garden, abundant with fruit, vegetables and herbaceous borders. Also on the estate is Home Farm, a fully functioning farm and home to Shire horses and many rare breeds. There are catering facilities at Wimpole or you may prefer to bring a picnic to enjoy within the attractive grounds.

Tuesday 8th pickups Billingshurst.................07.50 Southwater ..................08.10 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................08.15 Horsham, Library ........08.25 Horsham, Station ........08.30 Horsham, D&B ............08.35 Dorking .......................09.00

Adult £32.50

Senior £31.50

Child £28.00

50 Fascinating Facts About… The River Thames including a cruise from Marlow to Henley

Join Mark for another in his ‘Fascinating Facts’ series of excursions which today will be exploring part of Britain’s best known river. Do you know how long the Thames is from its source to the sea, how many locks and bridges or how many species of ﬁsh there are? All will be revealed as we pass Hampton Court, Runnymede, Eton, Maidenhead and Cookham before arriving in Marlow where we board one of Salters boats for a two and a quarter hour cruise upstream to Henley-on-Thames. This is one of the prettiest stretches of the River passing through 3 locks with views of the historic stately homes of Bisham and Medmenham Abbey and the world famous Henley Royal Regatta Course. We recommend bringing a packed lunch to eat on the boat. Hot and cold drinks may be purchased on board. please note that there is a walk of a few hundred yards to/from the landing stages in marlow and Henley.

To book call 01903 741233

August Wednesday 9th

All Seats £21.00 pickups Storrington..................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Pulborough ..................08.15 Billingshurst ................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Simply Oxford The ancient and world-famous University City of Oxford stands on three main waterways – the River Cherwell, the Thames, and the Oxford Canal. There will be plenty of time in which to explore the City, perhaps visiting one or more of the beautiful old colleges that make up the University, founded in the 12th century or Oxford Castle, which until 1996 was a prison. The city oﬀers a wealth of shopping, cafes, pubs and restaurants.

Thursday 10th

All Seats £31.50

Friday 11th

Adult £46.00

pickups Roﬀey..........................08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.55 Southwater .................09.00 Billingshurst..................09.15 Pulborough .................09.30 West Chiltington..........09.38 Storrington ..................09.45 Washington .................09.55 Steyning........................10.10

Senior £45.00

Whistle Stop Ploughmans

pickups Storrington ..................09.00 Washington ..................09.10 Ashington .....................09.15 Southwater .................09.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.35 Horsham, Library ........09.45 Horsham, Station ........09.50 Roﬀey ..........................09.55

We make our way to Tenterden to board one of the Kent and East Sussex Railway’s trains for a round trip to Bodiam of approximately 2 hours. Whilst aboard you will be served a ploughman’s lunch served with tea or coﬀee. Arriving back in Tenterden there will be a short time to explore the town before returning home.

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August Saturday 12th pickups Steyning.......................07.50 Washington .................08.05 Ashington.....................08.10 Southwater .................08.25 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.30 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Horsham, Station ........08.45 Roﬀey..........................08.50

Adult £58.00

Senior £53.50

Child £49.00

Pocahontas Cruise and Lunch

This is still one of Roadmark’s most popular excursions and we are pleased to oﬀer it again in 2017. The MV Princess Pocahontas is operated by Freemen of the River Thames who have spent their working lives on this truly historic waterway. The crew’s knowledge of the Thames and its riverside areas will provide you with a fascinating and rewarding trip. We join Pocahontas in Gravesend and travel upriver passing Tilbury Docks, under the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and through the remarkable engineering feat of the Thames Barrier. You will see Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament before the boat turns and heads downstream back to Gravesend to rejoin the coach for the homeward journey. The boat has a fully-stocked bar on board, and we include a light buﬀet lunch during the cruise. We are also running this excursion on 15th June with alternative pick up points.

Saturday 12th pickups Storrington..................08.00 West Chiltington .........08.08 Pulborough ..................08.15 Billingshurst ................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10

Adult £67.00 Senior £68.00

Agatha Christie’s Spider’s Web at The Mill at Sonning, including lunch

“Suppose I were to come downstairs one morning and find a dead body lying here, what would I do?” wonders Clarissa. And lo and behold, as is the way with all good Agatha Christie thrillers, she soon finds out. Clarissa has a vivid imagination but not even she could be prepared for the moment she stumbles upon a bloody corpse. Desperate to dispose of the body before her husband comes home with an important foreign politician, Clarissa persuades her three house guests to become accessories and accomplices. But then the web of deceit becomes even more tangled as a mysterious phone-call tips off the police and brings the determined Inspector Lord to the scene. Clarissa soon realises he is convinced that one of them is the killer and finds her talent for storytelling put to the test as she fights to keep her friends and family from suspicion. Directed by Brian Blessed this promises to be an afternoon full of intrigue, lies, murder and mystery! price includes travel, two-course lunch and seats to the matinee performance.

Private Hire We are able to provide coaches for any occasion from an afternoon drive to an extended tour. Itineraries can be arranged and venues suggested. We have a wealth of experience and expertise and we would be happy to discuss individual requirements. Roadmark Travel can supply coaches for private hire for both single days and holidays.

We provide the following services and will give you as much or as little help as you require with your travel plans. We can:

䡲 Book your theatre tickets/admission to venues 䡲 Arrange your ferry/tunnel crossings 䡲 Organise, plan and put together your itinerary For a free quotation simply contact us on 01903 741233

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August Sunday 13th

All Seats £35.00 National Trust Members £21.00

Waddesdon Manor

We drive to Waddesdon Manor near Aylesbury. This amazing French Renaissancestyle chateau was built for Ferdinand de Rothschild in the 19th century to display his vast collection of works of art. It has one of the ﬁnest Victorian gardens in Britain, famous for the parterre, seasonal displays, shady walks and views, fountains and statuary. At its heart lies the aviary stocked with exotic species that were once part of Baron Ferdinand's collection. There will be time in the afternoon to enjoy lunch in one of the two restaurants after our visit to the House and grounds.

Saturday 19th

All Seats £21.00

Eastbourne International Air Show

pickups Roﬀey 08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Horsham, Library ........08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.55 Southwater .................09.00 Ashington .....................09.15 Storrington ..................09.25 Washington .................09.35 Steyning ......................09.50

Eastbourne is a regular destination for Roadmark and is always a favourite with many of our customers. We time our visit to coincide with the International Air Show, which you can enjoy from the seafront. Featuring the best of the RAF and international display teams, there are also a host of ground based displays and entertainment. Watching the air show is, of course, not compulsory and the usual attractions of the town are still on oﬀer.

Wednesday 23rd

Adult £30.90

Broughton Castle and Banbury

Senior £29.90

Child £26.90 pickups Storrington...................07.50 Washington.................08.00 Ashington....................08.05 Southwater .................08.20 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.25 Horsham, Library ........08.35 Horsham, Station ........08.40 Horsham, D&B ............08.45 Dorking ........................09.10

Banbury is the most northerly town of Oxfordshire and is famous for its Banbury Cakes and the Ride A Cock Horse nursery rhyme based on the Banbury Cross. For lunch there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and pubs. In the afternoon we visit the moated and fortiﬁed manor house of Broughton Castle, the home of Lord and Lady Saye. Set in parkland and built of the rich local Hornton ironstone, it was selected by Simon Jenkins as one of only twenty to be awarded ﬁve stars in his book England’s Thousand Best Houses.

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August Friday 25th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

Adult £32.50

Senior £31.50

Sezincote House and Gardens

Sezincote House is built from red sandstone in a Neo-Mughal style, reﬂecting the importance of India in the British Empire at the time of building in the early 1800’s. So impressed was the Prince Regent on a visit to Sezincote shortly after it was completed, he changed his plans for the Royal Pavilion in Brighton to echo the same style. The interior of the house is purely classical, with no attempt to recreate the Indian theme in its decoration. The house is set in a romantic landscape of temples, grottoes, waterfalls and canals reminiscent of the Taj Mahal and is largely unchanged from the original design by Humphry Repton. prior to arrival at Sezincote we shall stop in the town of Stow on the Wold where there will be time to have lunch.

Tuesday 29th pickups Roﬀey..........................08.50 Horsham, Station ........09.00 Horsham, Library ........09.05 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................09.15 Southwater .................09.20 Ashington....................09.35 Washington .................09.40 Storrington ..................09.50 West Chiltington..........09.58 Pulborough ..................10.05

Adult £40.00

Senior £39.00

Child £34.00

The Watercress Line with Cream Tea

Today we drive to Winchester where there will be time to explore this ﬁne city and ﬁnd some lunch in one of the many eateries. We then travel the short distance to Alresford to board our train for a round trip through the Hampshire countryside and restored country stations on route. Whilst on board you will be served a Cream Tea of scones, jam and clotted cream. On arrival back in Alresford there will be time to visit ‘The Old goods Shed’ which houses the railway’s gift shop before we head for home.

Wednesday 30th pickups Storrington ...................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Pulborough .................08.30 Billingshurst ................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Horsham, D&B ............09.25 Dorking .......................09.50

All Seats £20.00

Hampton Court or Kingston

Today’s excursion provides a choice of destination, either Hampton Court, the magniﬁcent Palace built by Cardinal Wolsey and a favourite of Henry VIII, or alternatively you can choose to visit the town of Kingstonupon-Thames which has an excellent shopping centre and stores such as John Lewis and Bentalls. Admission to Hampton Court is not included.

To book call 01903 741233

August Thursday 31st

Adult £67.00 Senior £66.00

The Girls

at the Phoenix Theatre, London The original, heart-warming story of the ordinary ladies of the Rylstone and District WI who achieved something extraordinary has been turned into a musical. Based on the original Calendar Girls ﬁlm, the writing talents of Gary Barlow and Tim Firth have combined in this comedy musical – now brought to the West End following an original run in Leeds, where it received standing ovations at every performance. There will be time to ﬁnd lunch in London’s West end prior to the 2.30pm performance. Seats at the theatre will be in The Stalls.

pickups Pulborough .................08.50 West Chiltington .........08.58 Storrington ..................09.05 Washington ..................09.15 Ashington....................09.20 Southwater..................09.35 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.40 Horsham, Library ........09.50 Horsham, Station ........09.55 Roﬀey...........................10.00 Dorking ........................10.35

September Saturday 2nd

Adult £42.00

Senior £40.00

Child £33.00

Buckingham Palace

After time to find lunch in Victoria or enjoy a picnic in St. James’s Park you will visit The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace, by timed entry ticket. The State Rooms are the heart of the working Palace, lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection. The tour includes a special exhibition which tells the story of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign through a wide-ranging display of official gifts presented to her during the past 65 years, representing a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe. We are also running this trip on Sunday 24th September, with different pick-up points. please note that this is walking tour and you will exit via the gardens which is a walk of approximately half a mile.

Saturday 9th

All Seats £35.00

Ladies Day at Kempton Park Enjoy the glamour of Ladies Day at Kempton Park with an afternoon of racing. There will be a full card of races, including the Sirenia Stakes and the September Stakes both being aired live on Channel 4. During the afternoon all eyes will be on the best dressed and most elegantly attired ladies enjoying a day out at the races. Whilst there is no set dress code everyone is encouraged to dress up – you may even win a prize in one of the best dressed competitons! Price includes return coach travel and entrance to the Grandstand, Parade Rings and Lawns by the Track. There is a designated picnic area if you would like to bring your own food and drink.

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September Sunday 10th pickups Storrington...................07.20 Washington..................07.30 Ashington ....................07.35 Southwater..................07.50 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.55 Horsham, Library ........08.05 Horsham, Station .........08.10 Horsham, D&B .............08.15 Dorking .......................08.40

All Seats £34.95

National Trust Members £22.00

Tyntesfield

We are delighted to make a return visit to The National Trust’s Tyntesﬁeld – an excursion which always proves popular with Roadmark customers. Inspired and remodelled by John Norton in 1865 for William Gibbs, Tyntesﬁeld sits on a ridge overlooking the beautiful Yeo Valley. It is surrounded by 500 acres of land including formal gardens and a walled kitchen garden. The Visitor Centre, complete with restaurant and shop, is converted from the beautiful Home Farm buildings.

Sunday 17th pickups Pulborough .................08.00 West Chiltington..........08.07 Storrington ...................08.15 Washington.................08.25 Ashington....................08.30 Southwater .................08.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Horsham, Library ........09.00 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Horsham, D&B .............09.10 Dorking .......................09.35

All Seats £21.00

Open House London

Open House London is annual celebration of London’s architecture and design, which allows access to many venues not normally open to the public – private homes, government buildings, historic sites, educational establishments. At the time of going to press the details of which buildings will be open were not available, but in previous years 10 Downing Street, The Gherkin, Bank of Engand and Mansion House have all opened their doors. Many require pre-booking and we suggest you check the open house website on www.openhouselondon.org.uk for up to date information. We shall endeavour to stop in a number of places to give access to as many buildings as possible.

Wednesday 20th pickups Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Station ........08.35 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Ashington.....................09.10 Washington ..................09.15 Storrington ..................09.25 West Chiltington..........09.33 Pulborough .................09.40

Adult £47.50

Senior £46.50

Lyrics & Laughter – Fabulous 50’s Show

includes lunch and cream tea

We travel to to Bashley Holiday Centre in the New Forest where the Lyrics & Laughter Players present an afternoon of nostalgic entertainment. The fun-packed 2 hour show contains beautiful ballads, memorable melodies and comedy classics from the 1950’s. There will be plenty of opportunities to join in and sing along to old favourites and, with the added attractions of a pre-show lunch and a cream tea served during the interval, this is a great day out.

To book call 01903 741233

September Saturday 23rd

Adult £46.50

Senior £45.50

Child £21.50

Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show

Duxford is Europe’s premier aviation museum, part of the Imperial War Museum and home to many military and civil British aircraft, including a Concorde. There is a separate building the recently refurbished American Air Museum which explores the collaboration between America and Britain, from the First World War to the present day. Today Duxford holds one of its main Air Shows of the year – “The Battle of Britain Air Show” which brings to life the airfield’s finest hour as an important World War II fighter station and home to the legendary Spitfire.

Sunday 24th

Adult £40.50

Senior £38.50

Child £32.50

Buckingham Palace

pickups Storrington ...................08.15 West Chiltington..........08.23 Pulborough .................08.30 Billingshurst ................08.45 Southwater .................09.00 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.05 Horsham, Library .........09.15 Horsham, Station ........09.20 Horsham, D&B ............09.25 Dorking .......................09.50

After time to find lunch in Victoria or enjoy a picnic in St. James’s Park you will visit The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace, by timed entry ticket. The State Rooms are the heart of the working Palace, lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection. The tour includes a special exhibition which tells the story of Her Majesty The Queen’s reign through a wide-ranging display of official gifts presented to her during the past 65 years, representing a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe. We are also running this trip on Saturday 3rd September with different pick-up points. please note that this is walking tour and you will exit via the gardens which is a walk of approximately half a mile.

Thursday 28th

All Seats £36.00 pickups Horsham, D&B.............07.20 Horsham, Station.........07.25 Horsham, Library.........07.30 Hop Oast, Park & Ride..................07.40 Southwater ..................07.45 Ashington....................08.00 Washington .................08.05 Storrington ...................08.15

The Isle of Wight We travel to Portsmouth to join the Wightlink ferry that carries us across the Solent to Fishbourne. The Isle of Wight has preserved its calm and genteel atmosphere from the Victorian age and we will embark on a coach tour to show you some of the most attractive towns and villages. At lunchtime we will make a stop with a selection of eateries.

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October Wednesday 4th

Adult £57.00 Senior £56.00

pickups Pulborough .................09.00 West Chiltington..........09.07 Storrington ...................09.15 Washington .................09.25 Ashington....................09.30 Southwater..................09.45 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................09.50 Horsham, Library .........10.00 Horsham, Station.........10.05 Horsham, D&B ..............10.10 Dorking ........................10.35

Annie – The Musical at The Piccadilly Theatre

The classic musical Annie makes a long-awaited return to London’s West End. Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she's chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family. Seats at the theatre will be in the Stalls and there will be time to ﬁnd lunch prior to the 3.00pm performance.

Friday 6th

All Seats £20.00

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October Sunday 15th

Adult £33.50 Senior £32.50

Knitting & Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace

We make our annual visit to The Knitting & Stitching Show at London's Alexandra Palace – the definitive event for anyone with a love of stitch. This show is one of the country's premier events and covers all aspects of needlecraft. Browse among at least 300 stalls offering a vast range of products, supplies and materials. When you need a break you will find plenty of places where you can enjoy anything from a cup of tea to a three-course lunch. Price includes return travel and admission. We aim to allow approximately four and a half hours at the show.

Wednesday 25th

All Seats £37.00

The Macmillan Fundraiser

Our annual fundraiser for the Macmillan appeal with lunch Rather than a coffee morning we have been supporting Macmillan Charity for a number of years with a lunch. We are delighted to return to the White Hart Hotel in Salisbury where you will enjoy a three-course lunch followed by coffee and chocolates. After lunch our traditional raffle will take place, with all proceeds going to Macmillan. We invite donations of suitable prizes, either in advance or on the day. In 2016 we raised over £1700 and hope, with your help, to exceed the total this year.

pickups Coach 1 Horsham, D&B ............08.30 Horsham, Library ........08.40 Hop Oast, Park & Ride .................08.50 Southwater .................08.55 Billingshurst .................09.10 Pulborough .................09.25 West Chiltington..........09.33 Storrington ..................09.40 Coach 2 Roﬀey..........................08.55 Horsham, Station ........09.05 Hop Oast, Park & Ride ..................09.15 Southwater .................09.20 Ashington....................09.35 Washington .................09.40 Storrington ..................09.50

Starter 䡲 Cream of Mushroom Soup 䡲 Chicken Liver Parfait with Toasted Brioche and Onion Tomato Chutney 䡲 Prawn & Cucumber Salad with a Cognac Laced Marie Rose Sauce 䡲 Warm Brie & Asparagus Tartlet on a Bed of Mixed Leaves main Course 䡲 Roast Loin of Pork with Stuﬃng 䡲 Lemon, Thyme & Garlic marinated Breast of Chicken with Fire Roasted Peppers & Pesto 䡲 Grilled Fillet of Cod with a Herb Crust and Lemon Butter Sauce 䡲 Vegetable Tian topped with Mozzarella and a Rich Tomato Coulis

Dessert 䡲 Warm Chocolate Brownie with Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream 䡲 Proﬁteroles ﬁlled with Vanilla Cream and Butterscotch Sauce 䡲 Fresh Fruit Salad in a Brandy Snap Basket with Cream 䡲 Raspberry Cheesecake

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Terms & Conditions information and Advice If you require any further information regarding any of our excursions please contact our office. Cancellation If we are forced to cancel any excursion we will provide a full refund of all monies paid. If you cancel any excursion, provided you tell us more than 2 working days (Monday to Friday) before departure we will provide a Credit Note less a £7.50 administration charge. If the fare includes theatre or admission tickets or any other element for which we have had to pay a third party in advance, we will be unable to credit this part of the cost Timings We cannot offer refunds if you do not meet the coach at the appointed departure time and cannot accept any liability should you fail to return to the coach at the destination at the advised time. Alterations and Accuracy Whilst we make every effort not to alter any part of the excursion, if circumstances force us, we reserve the right to do so. We also reserve the right to substitute an alternative vehicle. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure, however we cannot accept any liability if any advertised facilities at the venues we visit are unavailable. return Journeys The majority of our excursions return in reverse order of pick-up, however on some trips we may drop-off customers in the same order as picking up.

Departure Points Timings given for each excursion are planned departure times, we therefore would ask that you are at the pick-up point at least 5 minutes prior to the time printed on your ticket to allow time for boarding. We try to oﬀer a good selection of excursions from as many departure points as possible, details of some of our most popular are listed below. Those marked with a (p) have, at the time of going to press, free parking close by. Storrington

Bus Stand on Old Mill Drive

Washington

Bus Stop by the Recreation Ground on London Road (p)

Southwater

Bus Stops at Shipley Corner, Cock Inn and Roundstone Park

Hop Oast

Hop Oast Park & Ride, just south of Horsham (p)

Horsham

Opposite Horsham Library, Horsham Railway Station, Bus Stop by Dog & Bacon PH

roﬀey

Bus Stops by The Star Inn and Norfolk Arms

West Chiltington

Bus Stop at West Chiltington Common crossroads

pulborough

Bus Stops by The Old Red Lion and Skeyne Drive, both on Lower Street

Billinghurst

Bus Stop by Barclays Bank on High Street

Dorking

Bus Stop on A24 opposite The Lincoln Arms (close to Dorking Station)

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