Brightwater Holidays - Essential Collection - UK edition - May 2022

essentials collection

MORE FREEDOM FOR LESS 2022 & 2023 Brand New UK Holidays

Prices From £375 per person

No and Low Single Supplements

Group Leisure & Travel Awards 2021

Stratford Upon Avon

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ere at Brightwater, we know that great value for money is very important to you when choosing your next holiday. As always, we’ve been listening to your feedback about the rising cost of travel and decided to create a brand new range of UK-based itineraries that we are calling our ‘Essentials’ collection.

Now that many of us are returning to our much-missed holidays, we may find that we’re facing rising prices, but our new range of trips should help you to get around this issue as they start from just £375pp for a four-day break. What’s more, three of our new tours have no single supplements to pay at all and the remaining seven all have low single supplements from just £60pp – ideal for the solo and budget-conscious traveller!

Our 10 brand new itineraries can take you from the coastlines of Cornwall to the stunning Norfolk Broads – for less. How? Well, our Essentials holidays are more stripped back in terms of what they include and offer more freedom than our classic range. They also don’t include the services of a Tour Manager, but your driver will of course be on hand to ensure your smooth transfer and to point out areas of interest as we go.

Each holiday on the following pages includes one day at leisure or the choice to join an optional excursion for an additional fee, which gives you the chance to control the pace of your break. Want to explore the local area in your own time? Fine by us! Fancy hopping on our coach to discover a garden or the historic sites to be found in a nearby city?

That’s fine, too! These holidays also include all breakfasts and dinners throughout, but lunches will be up to you. So, whether you want to grab a quick sandwich on the go or would prefer to savour something a bit more special, it’s entirely your choice.

Among our new itineraries you will find a tour devoted to sites associated with William Shakespeare, a holiday in the Lake District that includes a cruise on Lake Windermere and a break that delves into the history of Hadrian’s Wall in this, it’s 1,900th anniversary year. We hope you enjoy browsing our new holidays and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Best Wishes, Alison Wilson Managing Director

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We are proud to reveal that not only was our Private Groups Manager Jenni Duncan a finalist for the Excellence Award at the 2021 Group Leisure & Travel Awards, but Brightwater Holidays was also shortlisted for the Best Coach or Tour Operator prize – what an honour for us all.

British Travel Awards We were also thrilled towards the end of 2020 to receive a bronze prize in the Best Small Coach Holiday Company category, something that was voted for by our valued guests – we can’t thank you enough.

You may also be interested to know that we have two nominations in this year’s British Travel Awards, so do keep an eye out for our upcoming campaign in July as we would love to count on your support once again.

How to book Once you’ve finished browsing these pages at your leisure and you’re ready to treat yourself to a place on one of our holidays or Experience Days, just get in touch and we’ll do the rest!

Give our friendly sales team a call on 01334 766 508. Alternatively, you can email us at info@brightwaterholidays.com For further details of any of the trips mentioned, including information about our day-by-day itineraries or to see our full booking conditions, please visit our website: www.brightwaterholidays.com Happy holiday-hunting and we look forward to hearing from you!

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Porthminster Beach St Ives

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his enchanting tour heads to the southwestern corner of England 5 DAYS FROM to spend five days exploring the charms of Cornwall. Littered with vast rolling moors and a coastline that is dappled with picture-postcard harbours, it is not hard to see why Cornwall remains a favourite with travellers. During our tour, we enjoy a full day exploring the Eden Project, an environmental education project that was the brainchild of Sir Tim Smit and has recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. We also have a full day to discover the charming coastal towns of Padstow and Charlestown, both of which have featured on hit television series such as Poldark and Hornblower. An optional day gives you the chance to visit the charming towns of Penzance and St. Ives with winding cottage-lined lanes and pretty coastal views. Whilst in Cornwall, a must is a cream tea – best enjoyed in one of the local cafés, but the question remains, cream before jam or jam before cream? Why not treat yourself and try it both ways so you can truly decide?

£395

Your tour includes

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Reading, Swindon and Bristol) and head to Cornwall. After the journey, take some time to settle into the hotel for the remainder of the afternoon. (D) Day 2 This morning, we head to the world-famous Eden Project. We have the whole day to explore one of the most famous garden redevelopments in the UK, if not the world. The project was the brainchild of Sir Tim Smit, with a focus on environmental education and the delicate relationships between plants and people.

(B & D) Day 3 Breakfast is at leisure this morning and we then head out to the quaint fishing town of Padstow, nestled on the northern coastline of Cornwall along the estuary of the River Camel. This afternoon, we head to Cornwall’s southern coast to Charlestown

Eden Project

where we can enjoy an afternoon wander around the unspoiled original Grade II listed harbour, a lovely example of a Georgian working port. (B & D) Day 4 Join the full day optional excursion to Penzance and St. Ives. In Penzance, there are myriad historical buildings to explore down the narrow lanes and many small galleries to discover. This afternoon we depart for St. Ives, where we can wander the jumble of cottage-lined streets affectionately referred to as ‘the warren’ or take one of the winding coastal paths for spectacular views. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we will return to our original pick-up points. (B)

Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Four nights’ dinner, bed and full breakfast at the 3-star Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

7 September from £435 9 October from £395

2023

31 March from £395 17 October from £425 No Single Supplement Optional Excursion (Penzance & St. Ives)

£20

Tour code: BECO

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Bath town

BATH, CHEDDAR &

WEST SOMERSET

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ngland’s southwest corner awaits - from rolling hills to spectacular 5 DAYS FROM coastlines, and from sprawling beaches to dramatic gorges – we see it all. Join us for five days of discovery around some of Somerset’s most impressive attractions. Our itinerary includes the breathtaking Cheddar Gorge, which carves a path through the Mendip Hills, and a trip aboard the steam-hauled West Somerset Railway, a heritage line running 20 miles through the picturesque countryside. Gaze upon the rolling Quantock hills, the vast expanse of Exmoor and coastal cliffs as we step back in time to the era of steam travel.

£445

Visit the coastal town of Weston-Super-Mare, home to a glorious sandy beach, and the cultural capital of the county – Bath, most famous for its natural baths which date back to the Roman era. The rejuvenating waters of the city are still a big draw; the Thermae Bath Spa houses the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain in which you can bathe, but if you wish to visit booking is required in advance. Hot springs aside, the city is overflowing with eateries, quaint shops, museums and galleries.

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Reading, Swindon and Bristol) and head towards England’s southwest corner – Somerset – and to our hotel in Taunton. (D) Day 2 After breakfast this morning, we depart on a scenic drive through one of Britain’s most impressive natural landmarks, Cheddar Gorge. Visit one of the Gorge’s attractions (not included) or simply enjoy some free time in the village of Cheddar.

Later, we travel to the seaside town of Weston-Super-Mare, rich in Victorian history and a with glorious sandy beach, the perfect spot for some seaside fish ‘n’ chips!

(B & D) Day 3 Today, join the optional excursion as we head for Bishops Lydeard, where we board the West Somerset Railway, a heritage line running 20 miles through the

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Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor National Park

Your tour includes picturesque countryside to Minehead.

This afternoon we take a scenic drive through the Exmoor National Park, named after the river flowing at its heart. (B & D) Day 4 Today we head to the largest city in Somerset, Bath. It was named after the Roman-built baths and is an elegant city packed with contemporary culture, rich traditions and green spaces. Explore the city’s eateries, quaint shops, museums and galleries or perhaps to take a leisurely cruise along the River Avon. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B)

» Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Holiday Inn Taunton » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

18 August

from £475

2023

20 April

from £445

4 May

from £475

Single Supplement from £60 Optional Excursion (Exmoor & the West Somerset Railway) £40 Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

Tour code: BEWS

LOW SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Stratford-upon-Avon

SHAKESPEARE’S ENGLAND

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his tour delves into one of Warwickshire’s most iconic medieval towns, 4 DAYS FROM Stratford-upon-Avon. Most famous as being the birthplace of one of England’s most notable writers, William Shakespeare, we visit numerous sites that played key roles in the playwright’s life, including Shakespeare’s Birthplace – a 16th-century half-timbered house where it is believed William Shakespeare was born and spent his early years – and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, a twelve-room farmhouse where the wife of Shakespeare lived as a child and where their budding relationship would have first flourished.

£375

There is also an optional excursion to the neighbouring town of Warwick, which is steeped in history, and we can explore the old town, which is peppered with 17th and 18th century buildings, including the court house with its fabulous Georgian ballroom and Shire Hall with its octagonal tower lantern. Later in the day, there is also a visit to one of Britain’s biggest historical sites, Kenilworth Castle.

Shakespeare’s Birthplace

Your tour includes Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Heathrow, High Wycombe and Oxford) and head towards Stratford-upon-Avon. (D) Day 2 This morning we discover Shakespeare’s Birthplace where the legendary English playwright William Shakespeare was born and spent most of his early childhood years. Later, we head to Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, the former family home of William Shakespeare’s wife.

It is here that Anne was born and raised, and where the couple would have had initial meetings during their blossoming relationship. (B & D) Day 3 After breakfast, spend the day exploring Stratford-upon-Avon at your leisure. Alternatively, you may to choose to join the optional excursion to Warwick.

Here, we can explore the old town, which is

peppered with 17th and 18th century buildings, including the court house with its fabulous Georgian ballroom and Shire Hall with its octagonal tower lantern. Later, we head to the medieval fortress of Kenilworth Castle, one of Britain’s biggest historical sites and where we can experience over 900 years of history. We can also explore the Elizabethan garden, full of dazzling colour and fragrant walkways. (B & D) Day 4 After a morning at leisure, we return to our original pick-up points. (B)

Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Three nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Grosvenor Hotel, Stratfordupon-Avon » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

19 September

2023

from £375

10 April

from £395

1 May

from £435

18 September

from £435

Single Supplement

£75

Optional Excursion (Warwick & Kenilworth Castle)

£35

Tour code: BESE

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Lake Windermere

DELIGHTS OF THE

LAKE DISTRICT 5 DAYS FROM

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£475

he Lake District boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in England. It is packed with natural wonders, from iridescent lakes to craggy fells, which rise above sweeping valleys. The Lake District is home to peaceful towns and villages, which add to the region’s appeal and really lets visitors stop and relax while surrounded by untamed, natural beauty. Our tour includes a trip along the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Heritage Railway, during which we can reminisce about the bygone era of steam travel as we puff our way through the Leven Valley. We also enjoy a cruise along the glassy waters of Lake Windermere and visit the market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth. We also visit Grasmere, where you may choose to enjoy a steam-powered gondola cruise on Coniston Water, visit Dove Cottage – the former home of William Wordsworth – or indulge in the famous Grasmere gingerbread on a visit to Sarah Nelson’s Gingerbread Shop.

Your tour includes

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Luton, Northampton and Birmingham) and head towards one of the most picturesque corners of England, the Lake District. (D) Day 2 This morning we enjoy a trip aboard the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway which snakes through the Leven Valley, before taking a leisurely cruise on the glistening waters of Lake Windemere to Bowness-on-Windermere, where there is time at leisure. (B & D) Day 3 Today, join the optional full day excursion to explore Keswick and Cockermouth. We begin in Keswick, sandwiched between the towering Skiddaw Mountain and the tranquil Derwentwater.

Later, we head to Cockermouth, which sits just beyond the borders of the Lake District National Park, thus has a quieter and calmer

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Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway

feel than some of its neighbouring towns.

Whilst here we continue exploring the literary legacy of the Lake District with a visit to the National Trust’s Wordsworth House and Garden, the birthplace of this legendary poet. (B & D) Day 4 This morning we depart for one of the most popular villages in the Lake District, Grasmere, thanks to its former resident, William Wordsworth. In the afternoon we head to Coniston, which sits on the western shore of one of England’s largest lakes – Coniston Water. There is free time this afternoon, perhaps choose to embark on the Coniston Steam Yacht Gondola (not included). (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B) Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Cumbria Grand Hotel » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

1 September

from £475

2023

5 June

from £495

9 July

from £525

31 August

from £525

No Single Supplement Optional Excursion (Keswick & Cockermouth)

£30

Tour code: BELD

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Torquay harbour

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SOUTH DEVON & DARTMOOR

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oin us for a jaunt to the English Riviera, where from our base in Torquay 5 DAYS FROM we explore Castle Drogo, the last castle to be built in England, and the rolling scenery of the Dartmoor National Park, home to the famous hardy Dartmoor ponies along with craggy rock formations and wild forests. A day at leisure allows time for some rest and relaxation in Torquay, which is home to a pretty harbour lined with waterfront cafes, sandy beaches, luxury boutiques and quaint gift shops.

£445

Our optional excursion, should you choose to join us, visits Greenway – the holiday home of the noted author Agatha Christie – which is filled with all manner of collectables such as ceramics, Tunbridgeware, silver and books that include rare first editions of Agatha’s novels. The house itself is surrounded by pretty gardens, which gently slope towards the estuary of the River Dart, and is where you will find the Boathouse, scene of the crime in Dead Man’s Folly. We also enjoy a heritage rail journey aboard the South Devon Railway.

Day 2 After breakfast this morning we head for Castle Drogo, a 20th century castle overlooking the breathtaking Teign Gorge, where we can explore the castle and gardens. Departing in the early afternoon, we have a scenic drive through the vast moorlands of Dartmoor National Park, home to Dartmoor ponies, lush forests, wetlands and jutting rock formations.

(B & D) Day 3 Today is at your leisure to explore Torquay with its lively waterfront, bustling harbour and palm-lined promenade, which frames its marina with colourful boats bobbing on the sparkling waters. (B & D)

Your tour includes » Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Livermead Cliff Hotel, Torquay

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Reading, Swindon and Bristol) and head towards the ‘English Riviera’ where we find our hotel in the harbour town of Torquay. (D)

Castle Drogo Gardens

Day 4 Today is at leisure or you can join our optional excursion to Buckfastleigh. Here, we board the South Devon Railway and recreate the golden age of rail travel on a heritage steam train, which glides through the spectacular Devon countryside. This afternoon we rejoin the coach and head to Greenway house and garden, where the noted author Agatha Christie would spend time with her family and friends. The gardens and large woodland drift towards the Dart estuary and the walled garden is home to a peach house and vinery as well as a small allotment. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B)

» Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

21 August

from £495

3 October

from £445

2023

8 April

from £495

21 July

from £525

10 August

from £525

No Single Supplement Optional Excursion (South Devon Railway & Greenway)

Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

£45

Tour code: BETQ

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RHS Bridgewater © RHS Neil Hepworth

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ne of the largest gardening projects in Europe, namely RHS Garden 5 DAYS FROM Bridgewater, has now opened to the public and we are delighted to be able to offer the opportunity to visit it. This once in a generation project saw the Royal Horticultural Society take inspiration from the heritage of the site and transform it into a world-class garden. Based on a design by leading landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith, highlights include one of the largest walled gardens in the UK, beautifully landscaped grounds, living plant collections and horticultural trials. As it matures it is sure to establish itself as one of the foremost garden attractions in the north of England.

£475

We also have a visit to Bramall Hall, a superb example of a Tudor manor house with its dazzling wall paintings, Elizabethan plaster ceilings, Victorian kitchens and servants’ quarters. There is also an optional excursion to the Ness Botanic Gardens, part of the University of Liverpool which were born from one man’s passion for plants, as well as the fascinating city of Liverpool, hometown of the Beatles and the famous Royal Albert Dock.

Day 2 This morning we take the short trip to the main highlight of this tour, RHS Bridgewater Gardens. Highlights include one of the largest walled gardens in the UK, beautifully landscaped grounds, living plant collections and horticultural trials. The afternoon is at leisure. (B & D) Day 3 Today is at leisure or you can choose to join the optional excursion to the Ness Botanic Gardens. In 1898, Arthur Kilpin Bulley bought the site, the foundations of the garden Arthur started have blossomed into the verdant gardens we see today. In the early days, Arthur sponsored notable plant hunter George Forrest to head to Northwest Yunnan in China to search for

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Your tour includes » Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Novotel Manchester West

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Luton, Birmingham, Northampton and Stoke on Trent) and head to the beautiful northwest of England. (D)

Royal Albert Dock

new varieties of plants to be showcased in his new garden. Later, we head to Liverpool where is there is time to explore. Choose to follow the story of the ‘Fab Four’ at The Beatles Story, explore one of the city’s seven free museums, including Liverpool Tate, or visit Liverpool cathedral. (B & D) Day 4 After breakfast we head to Bramall Hall. This Tudor manor house dates to the Middle Ages and is a treasure of the northwest. The 16th century wall paintings, astonishing Elizabethan plaster ceilings, the Victorian kitchens and servants’ quarters give the hall a unique charm. We have the chance to explore the hall and gain a true insight into the families and servants who once called it home. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B) Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

4 September

2023

from £475

23 April

from £495

16 June

from £495

27 July

from £495

3 September

from £495

Single Supplement

£80

Optional Excursion (Ness Botanic Gardens & Liverpool) £35 Tour code: BEBR

LOW SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Lindisfarne Castle

NORTHUMBERLAND,

HADRIAN’S WALL, HOLY ISLAND AND ALNWICK CASTLE 5 DAYS FROM

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his break explores the best the region has to offer. Home to rugged hills, spectacular seascapes, ancient castles, rolling moorland and bustling cities, this corner of northeast England has something for everyone. During our break, we explore the Holy Island of Lindisfarne where the 16th century castle is perched atop a rocky crag. It was originally a Tudor fort before it was converted into a private house in 1903 by Edwin Lutyens. The famous Benedictine Lindisfarne Priory, built during the late 11th century, was one of the most important centres of early Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England. We also visit the second-largest inhabited castle in England, Alnwick Castle. It houses an exquisite collection of art treasures, including the finest examples of Italian paintings in the north of England. Another highlight is Britain’s most significant Roman site, Hadrian’s Wall, and the bestpreserved Roman cavalry fort – Chester’s Fort and Vindolanda, a Roman auxiliary fort. You may also join our optional excursion to Durham, home to historical buildings including Crook Hall, the Norman Castle and Durham Cathedral.

Day 2 Today we depart for the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. There is much to discover here as Lindisfarne Castle and Lindisfarne Priory are fascinating places to visit (entrance not included). Later, we head to Alnwick Castle, the historic home of the Duke of Northumberland, described as the ‘Windsor of the North’. (B & D) Day 3 Today you may wish to join the optional full day exploring the university city of Durham. We spend the morning exploring Crook Hall, one of the oldest inhabited houses in Durham and its beautiful surrounding gardens before spending the afternoon at leisure. For the

Your tour includes » Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 3-star Ramada Encore Newcastle Gateshead » Comfortable coach travel throughout

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Luton, Northampton, Leicester, Nottingham and Middlesbrough) and head northwards to Gateshead and our hotel. (D)

Hadrian’s Wall

» All visits as outlined in the itinerary

botanists among us, Durham University offers a Botanic Garden with woodland and tropical plants, or visit the cathedral or castle before we return to our hotel. (B & D) Day 4 Today is spent discovering the Roman heritage of the area, beginning at Hadrian’s Wall, built as a fortification some 2,000 years ago, before heading to Vindolanda, a Roman fortress where we can see evidence of the fort’s walls, commanding officer’s house as well remains of houses, taverns and a bath house. Later, we visit Chester’s Fort, the most complete Roman cavalry fort in Britain, where you can wander through well-preserved steam rooms, baths and officer’s quarters. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B) Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

21 August

from £395

25 September

from £395

2023

23 April

from £415

7 May

from £435

23 July

from £435

24 September

from £435

Single Supplement

£80

Optional Excursion (Durham & Crook Hall)

£35

Tour code: BENB

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Bourton-on-the-Water

CHARMING COTSWOLDS 5 DAYS FROM

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£495

relaxing getaway awaits as we explore the rural landscape and charming villages of the Cotswolds, with their gently rolling hills and spectacular vistas. On this five-day adventure, we explore the area’s most iconic villages filled with honey-coloured stone houses, gentle waterways, and quaint tea rooms such as Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold.

We enjoy a delightfully nostalgic journey aboard the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, reminiscing about bygone eras as we puff our way along the winding Cotswolds Railway that meanders some 28 miles through the countryside. We pass through sleepy hamlets and tranquil villages with stunning views across the Malvern Hills before visiting Snowshill Manor, home to the collections of Charles Wade – an eccentric architect and artist. There is also the chance to explore the cathedral city of Worcester, home to the impressive Worcester Cathedral, which sits along the banks of the River Severn, along with an abundance of museums, beautiful green parks, independent shops and many interesting places to enjoy a leisurely lunch.

Your tour includes

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Heathrow, High Wycombe, Oxford and Cheltenham) and head towards the most complete regency town in England – Cheltenham, our base for the next few days. (D) Day 2 After breakfast this morning, we depart for a full day exploring the iconic sandstone villages of the Cotswolds. Our first stop is the village of Bourton-on-theWater with its elegant 18th century bridges, which span the charming shallow River Windrush. This afternoon we head to the market town of Stow-on-the-Wold where mellow Cotswold stone buildings house restaurants, cafés and artisan boutiques.

(B & D) Day 3 This morning we embark on a steam rail journey from Cheltenham to Broadway along the Gloucestershire and

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Snowshill Garden

Warwickshire Railway, a scenic journey through the Malvern Hills. On arrival, we head to the National Trust property of Snowshill. We can explore the manor house with its collection of artefacts that include tiny toys, instruments and even Samurai armour. (B & D) Day 4 Today, spend the day at leisure exploring Cheltenham after the coach drops you in the town centre (return transport to the hotel not included).

Alternatively, you may wish to join the optional excursion to the city of Worcester.

Perhaps visit the impressive Worcester Cathedral, Worcester Castle or one of the numerous museums. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B) Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

» Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 4-star Jury’s Inn, Cheltenham » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a coach driver guide

Departures & prices per person 2022

15 September

2023

from £495

20 April

from £495

15 June

from £535

14 September

from £535

Single Supplement

£80

Optional Excursion (Worcester)

£20

Tour code: BECC

DURHAM & BEAMISH

LOW SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 5 DAYS FROM

£395

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he north-east of England awaits on this historical adventure. We have an optional visit to the delightfully fascinating open-air living museum of Beamish, which showcases the areas industrial heritage, and we can enjoy a full day exploring the university city of Durham, home to a wide array of historical buildings including Crook Hall, the Norman Castle and the Romanesque Durham Cathedral. Also on the agenda is a visit to the charming coastal town of Whitby, once home to the famous seafarer Captain Cook and where we enjoy the famous HM Bark Endeavour Experience.

Your Itinerary Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Luton, Northampton, Leicester and Nottingham) and head northwards to Middlesbrough and our hotel. (D) Day 2 Today we have a full day exploring the city of Durham, packed with all manner of historical buildings including the Norman Durham Castle and Romanesque Durham Cathedral. We visit Crook Hall, one of the oldest inhabited houses in Durham, and its beautiful surrounding gardens. Our afternoon is spent at leisure. (B & D) Day 3 Today join the optional excursion to the Beamish Living Museum, which gives a wonderful insight into the north of

Day 4 After breakfast we head to the coastal town of Whitby, which is famous for its connection to Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Captain Cook, the famous explorer, was also a former resident. We visit the HM Bark Endeavour Experience, where we learn about the ship that was commissioned in the late 18th century by the Royal Navy to undertake a voyage of scientific discovery, captained by Lieutenant James Cook.

(B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B)

Departures & prices per person 2022

22 September

from £395

2023

13 April

from £415

22 June

from £435

14 September

from £435

Single Supplement

£80

Optional Excursion (Beamish Living Museum)

£35

Tour code: BEDB

LOW SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 5 DAYS FROM

£435

Your Itinerary

Day 3 Today we take the short trip to the seaside town of Great Yarmouth, home to a long stretch of sandy beach and the Time and Tide Museum which regales the local history. There is also the Nelson Museum

» Comfortable coach travel throughout

Inc. meals: B: Breakfast, D: Dinner

his short escape to beautiful Norfolk includes a diverse city stay in Norwich, a charming jaunt on the broads aboard the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat and a day at the traditional English seaside town of Great Yarmouth. Norwich, the largest city in Norfolk is home to a medieval cathedral with imposing gates and ornate cloisters. We’ll explore Norwich Castle Museum, navigate the Norfolk Broads aboard a quaint paddle boat, and spend a day in Great Yarmouth where we can enjoy traditional fish and chips or perhaps a stick of rock.

Day 2 This morning we head to Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery. This afternoon we visit Horning and board the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat for a trip along the Norfolk Broads.

(B & D)

» Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast at the 4-star Jury’s Inn Middlesbrough

» Services of a professional tour manager

England’s industrial heritage. Here, you can enjoy all that Beamish has to offer. (B & D)

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Day 1 We depart from our designated pick-up points (London, Luton, Milton Keynes and Cambridge) and travel to Norwich. (D)

Your tour includes

» All visits as outlined in the itinerary

SOUTHERN COMFORT PADDLE BOAT & SEASIDE ESCAPE

Durham Cathedral

Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat

Your tour includes » Four nights’ dinner, bed, and breakfast at the 4-star Mercure Norwich hotel » Comfortable coach travel throughout » All visits as outlined in the itinerary » Services of a professional tour manager

which documents the life of Admiral Horatio Nelson which makes for an interesting visit (entrances not included). (B & D) Day 4 Today you may join our optional excursion to Cromer. Explore the 14th century parish church of St Peter & St Paul, Cromer pier or perhaps the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum (entrances not included).

This afternoon we head to Sheringham, where we find the North Norfolk Railway and embark on a trip to Holt. (B & D) Day 5 After breakfast we return to our original pick-up points. (B) Inc. meals: B: Breakfast & D: Dinner

Departures & prices per person 2022

23 September

2023

from £435

8 April

from £455

15 June

from £485

3 August

from £485 £80

Single Supplement

Optional Excursion (Cromer & North Norfolk Railway) £35 Tour code: BENO

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