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BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
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| Saturday 25th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £22.45 Adult £23.45 Child £21.45
Enjoy your day in this seaside resort famous
for its spectacular illuminations which you can
enjoy walking through. Departs Blackpool at
10pm. NB. No coach tour of the lights will be given
due to traffic conditions.
Useful Links
Blackpool Information
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BOURNEMOUTH & BOSCOMBE
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| Saturday 25th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £23.45 Adult £24.45 Child £22.45
Spend time at both of these delightful seaside towns on the Dorset coast.
Bournemouth offers the shopper fabulous retail therapy with most of the
town centre pedestranised, set against the backdrop of the award winning
gardens which run through the town centre and lead to the beach. Just
along the road Boscombe is famous for its antique shops along Christchurch
Road, and should be explored for the quirky gift or bargain.
Useful Links
Bournemouth Information
Boscombe Information
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BRECON MOUNTAIN RAILWAY INC. AFTERNOON TEA
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| Wednesday 8th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £32.45 Adult £34.45 Child £28.95
Travel on an all weather observation coach behind a vintage steam
locomotive through beautiful scenery into the Brecon Beacons National Park
along the length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir to Dol-y-Gaer. Departing from
Pant, the whole trip takes 65 minutes including a 20 minute stop at
Pontsticill where you can picnic, or enjoy a short walk. Includes a lunch stop
at Monmouth, and a railway tea served in the restaurant after the train
journey, consisting of scone with jam, two welsh cakes, and a cup of tea.
Useful Links
Brecon Mountain Railway
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BRIGHTON
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| Sunday 12th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £23.95 Adult £24.95 Child £22.95
Popular seaside resort on the Sussex coast.
Useful Links
Brighton Information
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BUCKINGHAM PALACE & SIGHTSEEING CRUISE
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| Sunday 12th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £44.75 Adult £46.95 Child £34.45
Enjoy a visit to Buckingham Palace during the annual opening of the State
Apartments. Visitors are able to tour the 19 magnificent State Rooms that
form the heart of the working palace, and are used regularly by the Royal
Family for official entertaining and State Functions. New for 2010 is an
exhibition entitled ‘The Queen’s Year’. This includes displays of ceremonial
robes, gifts, uniform, dresses and jewellery as well as archive photographs
and film to evoke the many and varied aspects of Her Majesty’s work.
Includes admission, and a 60 minute sightseeing cruise on the Thames from Westminster Pier.
Useful Links
Buckingham Palace
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BUCKINGHAM PALACE & SIGHTSEEING LUNCH CRUISE
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| Thursday 16th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £57.25 Adult £59.50 Child £46.25
Enjoy a visit to Buckingham Palace during the annual opening of the State
Apartments. Visitors are able to tour the 19 magnificent State Rooms that
form the heart of the working palace, and are used regularly by the Royal
Family for official entertaining and State Functions. New for 2010 is an
exhibition entitled ‘The Queen’s Year’. This includes displays of ceremonial
robes, gifts, uniform, dresses and jewellery as well as archive photographs
and film to evoke the many and varied aspects of Her Majesty’s work.
Includes admission, and a 75 minute sightseeing cruise with 2 course
lunch served on board.
Useful Links
Buckingham Palace
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CADBURY WORLD & SUNDAY LUNCH
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| Sunday 26th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £34.95 Adult £35.95 Child £33.95
NEW
for 2010
Visit the exhibition which tells the story of the Cadbury family business.
Every visitor is given a generous supply of chocolate, plus the opportunity to
buy in the world’s biggest and best Cadbury Shop. Includes admission and a
meal voucher for a dinner, standard drink and chocolate mousse.
Useful Links
Cadbury World
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CHATSWORTH HOUSE & EYAM VILLAGE
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| Monday 13th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £28.75 Adult £31.25 Child £26.25
First we will visit Eyam, the beautiful, historic
plague village in the Derbyshire Peak District.
It is impossible to visit this unspoilt Derbyshire
village and not be moved by the tragic events that
took place there almost 350 years ago. The Great
Plague arrived from London at the village in a parcel of
cloth infested with fleas. This tragic tale is one of self
sacrifice. The village decided to cut itself off from the outside
world. They effectively agreed to quarantine themselves even though it
would mean death for many of them. In the afternoon visit The home of
the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. During 2010 Chatsworth will stage a
special exhibition in honour of the 90th birthday of the Dowager Duchess of
Devonshire, Deborah Cavendish, the last surviving member of the famous
Mitford sisters. It marks nine eventful decades of her life and illustrates her
many interests and achievements. The exhibition will comprise of fascinating
personal material, much of which has never been seen before, and also a
selection of her couture dresses, including the coronation robe worn to the
Queen’s coronation in 1953. This year will also see the unveiling of a new
visitor route around the house, and you will see some
fascinating rooms that have been restored or are on
view for the first time, plus exciting new displays of
rare treasures. Includes admission.
Useful Links
Chatsworth House
Eyam Village
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CHESTER
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| Saturday 25th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £22.25 Adult £23.25 Child £21.25
Historical city for shopping and sightseeing.
Useful Links
Chester Information
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EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY & BURY TRANSPORT MUSEUM
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| Sunday 19th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £31.25 Adult £32.25 Child £29.75
NEW
for 2010
The railway opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with
Radcliffe. It was a popular passenger and freight route until
1972, when the last passengers travelled on the line.
The East Lancs Preservation Society then intervened.
Includes a full line return journey by steam, taking
approx. one hour and 45 minutes from Bury to
Ramsbottom. The Bury Transport Museum,
opposite Bolton Street Station, reopened March
2010 after a £2.9 million redevelopment
programme. It features a collection of road
and rail vehicles used during the past 100
years. Includes admission and train fare.
Useful Links
East Lansashire Railway
Bury Transport Museum
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GREYS COURT & HENLEY ON THAMES
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| Thursday 23rd September 2010 |
S/Citizen £28.95 Adult £29.95 Child £27.75
Dating back to medieval times and set within rolling countryside this place has a tranquil atmosphere. The newly reopened house evokes the feel of a mid 20th century family home, and the gardens are an inspirational series of very different areas you can stroll through. Includes admission and free time at the delightful town of Henley on Thames for lunch.
National Trust Members use the option to get your discount and please state in the requirements section your National Trust Number.
Useful Links
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HAWES & WENSLEYDALE CREAMERY
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| Saturday 11th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £25.95 Adult £26.95 Child £24.95
NEW
for 2010
Hawes is the “little capital” of Upper Wensleydale,
Yorkshire’s highest market town and farming community
which lies in the path of the Pennine Way. The town centre
houses delightful specialist Yorkshire shops, alternative arts and
craft shopping, and many pubs and tearooms. Not only is it famous for its
chocolate-box picture postcard appeal, but also as the
home of some of the most delicious cheeses to be
made in Britain.We will visit the Wensleydale
Creamery, makers of the only Yorkshire
Wensleydale in the world. You will be given a
cheese-making demonstration and tasting,
taking approximately an hour. The Visitors
Centre incorporates a museum, specialist
cheese shop, gift shop and restaurant.
Includes admission.
Useful Links
Wensleydale Creamery
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ISLE OF WIGHT SCENIC TOUR - THE NEEDLES
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| Thursday 30th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £32.50 Adult £32.50 Child £32.50
SPECIAL OFFER!
We will travel via Southampton by ferry to the Isle of
Wight. Includes an island tour with stops being made at
Alum Bay (The Needles) and the Botanical Gardens of
Ventnor where admission is free.
Useful Links
Isle of Wight Information
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KEW GARDENS
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| Tuesday 14th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £32.25 Adult £34.75 Child £21.25
Set in 300 acres beside the River
Thames, home to the world’s largest
and most diverse collection of living
plants, with six magnificent glass houses.
Includes admission.
Useful Links
Kew Gardens
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KINGSTON LACY, DORSET
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| Wednesday 15th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £32.75 Adult £33.75 Child £26.75
A 17th century mansion containing an outstanding collection of paintings and other works of art. It is famous for its dramatic Spanish Room, with walls hung in magnificent gilded leather. Includes admission.
National Trust Members use the option to get your discount and please state in the requirements section your National Trust Number.
Useful Links
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LAKE WINDERMERE CRUISE
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| Sunday 19th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £28.95 Adult £29.95 Child £25.45
Includes stops at Keswick and Bowness and a
45 minute circular cruise on Lake Windermere.
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LONDON
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| Friday 17th September |
S/Citizen £11.00 Adult £11.00 Child £11.00
SPECIAL OFFER!
We expect to arrive in London around 3.15pm and propose to set down/pick up near to Haymarket. This is convenient for walking or getting the underground tube to the shopping areas of Oxford Street, Piccadilly and Regent Street. The shops are open until 7pm and there are plenty of bars, restaurants or cafés for
refreshments. Perhaps visit a museum, arrange a ride on the London Eye or go on a river trip. The coach will leave
London around 7.45pm and we should arrive back in
Leicester between 11.00pm - 11.30pm.
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LORNA DOONE COUNTRY TOUR
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| Wednesday 29th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £23.45 Adult £24.45 Child £22.45
We travel via Sedgmoor to the seaside town of Minehead
for lunch. In the afternoon the coach will take a scenic route
via the Doone Valley to Lynmouth on the coast of the
Bristol Channel for a short break before travelling to
the lovely old village of Exford for tea (refreshments
not included).
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MALDON & RIVER TRIP ON A HISTORIC SAILING BARGE
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| Sunday 26th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £35.00 Adult £35.00 Child £35.00
SPECIAL OFFER!
Free time at Maldon at the head of the
Blackwater Estuary for lunch. At the Edwardian
Promenade Park there are plenty of activities
with river views and walks and a model boating
lake etc. The Maldon District Museum in the park,
has exhibits showing local history (admission is extra
on the day). Then enjoy a gentle 2 hour cruise from here
aboard ‘Hydrogen.’ Built in 1906, she is the largest
surviving wooden barge – a Coaster – who’s fine lines and
sturdy construction are a great example of the shipwright’s
craft. These fine old ships, with their distinctive red ochre sails,
evoke an era long since past. Once the east coast’s traditional cargo vessel,
today only a handful survive. Each vessel has been converted to high quality,
without losing its essential maritime character. NB. due to the character of
the vessel, sensible footwear is requested, and no stiletto heels permitted.
Useful Links
Maldon Information
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MINEHEAD OR WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
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| Monday 20th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £23.45 Adult £24.45 Child £22.45
NEW
for 2010
Seaside resort on the Somerset coast with a
promenade, beach, harbour and shops. Pay an additional £17.00 for Adults, £16.50 for Senior Citizens and £11.00 for Children at the time of booking and enjoy a
return journey by steam train from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard,
through 20 miles of delightful Somerset countryside whilst
enjoying a traditional cream tea served to you at your seat.
Useful Links
Minehead Information
West Somerset Railway
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NORTH NORFOLK SCENIC TOUR
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| Sunday 26th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £20.95 Adult £21.95 Child £19.95
Enjoy a day travelling around the Norfolk coast with stops
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ON THE TRAIL OF MIDSOMER MURDERS
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| Thursday 16th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £22.25 Adult £23.25 Child £21.25
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Scenic tour around the idyllic setting for this popular TV series. Includes a
lunch stop at the delightful town of Marlow and Amersham for tea
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ROSS ON WYE & SYMONDS YAT
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| Thursday 9th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £19.95 Adult £20.95 Child £18.95
Both towns are located in the Forest of Dean. Ross on Wye is a small market
town known for its antique shops and market square. Enjoy a walk along
the banks of the river or explore the many intriguing shops in the town
centre. Symonds Yat is a village and a popular tourist destination.
Useful Links
Ross on Wye Information
Symonds Yat Information
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SIDMOUTH
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| Wednesday 22nd September 2010 |
S/Citizen £23.45 Adult £24.45 Child £22.45
Seaside resort on the Devonshire coast.
Useful Links
Sidmouth Information
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SOUTHPORT OR SOUTHPORT AIR SHOW
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| Saturday 18th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £21.45 Adult £22.45 Child £20.45
Seaside resort on the Lancashire Coast.When it comes to shopping, it is
known as the Paris of the North with its world famous tree-lined mile-long
boulevard and delightful Victorian shopping arcades. Pay an additional £5.00 per person at the time of booking and visit the Air Show taking place on this day. Scheduled to be
included in the flying display is a
heart stopping display from the famous
Red Arrows, along with static aircraft,
military vehicles, entertainment and much
more.
Useful Links
Southport Information
Southport Air Show
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SOUTHWOLD & ALDEBURGH
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| Friday 10th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £22.45 Adult £23.45 Child £21.45
At Southwold see period houses and Dutch
painted cottages, mainly in pinks and blues, built
around nine greens. There is also an award
winning beach, where the pier has been
totally renovated, and is now one of the
the finest examples in the British Isles.
Aldeburgh is a quaint seaside town on
the Suffolk coast.
Useful Links
Southwold Information
Aldeburgh Information
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VICTORIA & ALBERT:ART & LOVE AT THE QUEENS GALLERY
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| Wednesday 29th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £29.25 Adult £31.25 Child £25.25
NEW
for 2010
Free time will be given for lunch, or maybe include a visit to the
Royal Mews, where admission can be paid on the day. Includes a
timed entry ticket to visit the first ever major exhibition to focus on
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s shared enthusiasm for art. Bringing
together over 400 items from the Royal Collection from the time of their
engagement in 1839 to the Prince’s untimely death in 1861. The exhibition
also reveals her as a passionate and open-minded young woman.
Useful Links
Art & Love at the Queens Gallery
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WINDSOR
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| Saturday 18th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £22.25 Adult £23.25 Child £21.25
Includes free time at Windsor, with time to browse around
the numerous shops, or maybe enjoy a river boat trip, or
visit Windsor Castle (admission extra on the day).
Useful Links
Windsor Information
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WISLEY GARDENS & FLOWER SHOW
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| Saturday 11th September 2010 |
S/Citizen £29.75 Adult £30.75 Child £23.75
Experience the 240 acre gardens
of Wisley in Surrey, and enjoy the
flower show with its unique
atmosphere and a host of displays from
specialist nurseries. Includes admission. RHS Members use the option to get your discount.
Useful Links
Wisley Gardens
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