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2ND EDITION | NOVEMBER - MARCH<br />

British & European<br />

<strong>Coach</strong> <strong>Holidays</strong><br />

<strong>2018</strong>-19<br />

Booking Hotline 01425 271111


Welcome<br />

to our <strong>2018</strong>-19 Holiday <strong>Brochure</strong><br />

We really hope that you<br />

find something of interest<br />

for you. We offer a<br />

wide range of<br />

holidays staying in a<br />

wide range of hotels –<br />

from luxury, to those<br />

who want something<br />

more economical. We<br />

strongly believe that you get what you pay for.<br />

With <strong>Highcliffe</strong>, you will travel in luxury modern touring<br />

coaches with comfortable legroom, toilet facilities and<br />

modern safety features.<br />

We are a family business who have been serving the local area<br />

for over 20 years – since 1996. Your enjoyment of your holiday<br />

is our driving motivation!<br />

After all these years we know how important our team of drivers<br />

and office staff are in making your holiday the very best it can<br />

be. We hope that once you have met them, travelled in our<br />

coaches, enjoyed the company of our drivers and noticed<br />

the attention to detail we make to ensure your holiday runs<br />

smoothly – you will want to come back again and again.<br />

How to book?<br />

When you have selected your holiday from the<br />

brochure please either:<br />

Telephone:<br />

01425 271111<br />

Call in to the office at: 312 Lymington Road<br />

<strong>Highcliffe</strong>, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 5ET<br />

Book online at:<br />

www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk<br />

We will answer any questions, arrange your coach seating and<br />

collection details.<br />

A £40 per person deposit is payable to secure your seat. Your<br />

balance payment is due 6 weeks before departure. If you are<br />

booking within 6 weeks of departure full payment is required.<br />

If your holiday includes Home Collection we will write to you 2 weeks<br />

before departure to advise your collection time.<br />

We accept payment by:<br />

) Debit Card ) Credit Card ) Cheque ) Cash<br />

Please note that we are fully bonded with BCH and your<br />

money is secure with us.<br />

Over the years we have brought in new innovations such as our<br />

extremely popular Home Collection and Return Service and<br />

always try to offer something for everyone.<br />

We look forward to seeing you soon.<br />

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<strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> <strong>Holidays</strong><br />

312 Lymington Road<br />

<strong>Highcliffe</strong><br />

Christchurch<br />

Dorset<br />

BH23 5ET<br />

01425 271111<br />

sales@highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk<br />

www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk<br />

NEW – Opening Hours<br />

From 1st August <strong>2018</strong> our opening hours will be<br />

Monday to Friday – 9.00am-4.00pm<br />

Our coaches<br />

We operate a fleet of modern touring<br />

coaches to offer a high level of comfort<br />

and incorporate the latest safety<br />

features. Our coaches are specified to<br />

provide generous legroom making for<br />

a comfortable journey. Air conditioning<br />

is fitted throughout and all vehicles also<br />

have toilet facilities, comfortable<br />

reclining seats, armrests, tinted glass and seat belts.<br />

Our fleet is maintained independently to the highest of standards –<br />

the safety of our passengers is our number one priority.<br />

We take great pride in the presentation of every vehicle and ensure they<br />

are spotless when you step on board for your holiday.<br />

Last minute bargains<br />

We are delighted to be members of<br />

the Confederation of Passenger Transport<br />

If you want to receive last minute bargains, special offers, extra dates and<br />

more please join our mailing list by either filling in the form on the website<br />

or contacting the office.<br />

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Home collection service<br />

Throughout the<br />

brochure you will<br />

notice that our Home<br />

Collection Service is<br />

indicated on some of<br />

the tours. On these holidays you will<br />

be collected and returned to your<br />

home via a taxi organised by us. On these tours we operate a limited<br />

amount of pick up places ensuring that your holiday will start and end<br />

efficiently. To qualify for the free Home Collection Service you must live in<br />

the area from Poole to Lymington and south of Ferndown.<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

Home Collection from one address per room booked is provided free on<br />

these holidays – additional addresses may incur a charge.<br />

IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO HAVE THE HOME COLLECTION SERVICE AND<br />

PREFER TO MEET US AT ONE OF OUR LOCAL PICK UP POINTS, YOU<br />

CAN OPT OUT. YOUR HOLIDAY – YOUR CHOICE! PLUS YOU WILL SAVE<br />

£10 OFF THE PRICE OF YOUR HOLIDAY.<br />

Your holiday protection<br />

We are members of the Bonded <strong>Coach</strong> Holiday government<br />

approved consumer protection scheme administered by the<br />

Confederation of Passenger Transport UK. This ensures that, in<br />

relation to the coach package holidays described in this brochure,<br />

your monies are protected by a bond in the unlikely event of our<br />

ceasing to trade. You are recommended to inspect our current membership<br />

certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or<br />

telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm our current membership.<br />

Holiday pick up points<br />

Where our Home Collection Service is not included we operate a<br />

comprehensive selection of local collection points. We only collect<br />

from the local area so there will be no waiting at motorway services<br />

for other vehicles. The vehicle that collects you will be the only<br />

vehicle you will travel on during your holiday.<br />

Broadstone – Lower Blandford Road Bus Stop<br />

Poole – Seldown Lane, Side of the Lighthouse<br />

Parkstone – Ashley Road, St Johns Church Bus Stop<br />

Branksome – Poole Road, John Lewis Bus Stop<br />

Westbourne – Poole Road, Bingo Hall Bus Stop<br />

Bournemouth – Travel Interchange<br />

Boscombe – Ashley Road, Sovereign Centre Bus Stop<br />

Southbourne Grove – Fishermans Walk Bus Stop<br />

Southbourne Crossroads – Chick King Bus Stop<br />

Christchurch – Stour Road Bus Stop by Riverland Court<br />

Christchurch – Bargates, Castles Bus Stop<br />

Purewell – InExcess Bus Stop<br />

Mudeford – Mudeford Lane Bus Stop by Trafalgar Court<br />

Friars Cliff – The Runway, Bus Stop by Brabazon Drive<br />

<strong>Highcliffe</strong> – Saulflands Bus Stop<br />

<strong>Highcliffe</strong> – Medical Centre Bus Stop<br />

<strong>Highcliffe</strong> – Sea Corner Bus Stop<br />

New Milton – Housemartin Pub Bus Stop<br />

New Milton – Bradbeers Bus Stop<br />

Everton – Garage Bus Stop<br />

Pennington – Fox Pond Bus Stop<br />

Lymington – Stanford Hill Bus Stop<br />

Holiday Calendar <strong>2018</strong>-19<br />

Departs Tour Duration Board Price Page<br />

November <strong>2018</strong><br />

Friday 2nd Torquay – 4* Belgrave Sands Hotel 4 days HB £249 5<br />

Friday 2nd Babbacombe – Turkey & Tinsel 4 days HB £225 5<br />

Monday 5th Tenby – Holly & Mistletoe 5 days HB £319 6<br />

Monday 12th North Devon – Turkey & Tinsel 5 days HB £259 7<br />

Friday 16th London City Break 3 days BB £155 9<br />

Friday 16th Eastbourne – Holly & Mistletoe 4 days HB £229 8<br />

Monday 19th York Christmas Festival 4 days HB £275 8<br />

Thursday 22nd Cornwall – Mistletoe & Wine 5 days HB £295 10<br />

Thursday 22nd Sidmouth – Pre Christmas Break 5 days HB £359 11<br />

Monday 26th Torquay – Coppice Hotel – Turkey & Tinsel 5 days HB £235 11<br />

Thursday 29th Thursford Christmas Spectacular 3 days HB £259 12<br />

Friday 30th Exmouth – Turkey & Tinsel 4 days HB £199 10<br />

December <strong>2018</strong><br />

Thursday 6th Thursford Christmas Spectacular 3 days HB £259 12<br />

Friday 7th Paignton – 3* Queens Hotel – Turkey & Tinsel 4 days HB £229 13<br />

Friday 7th Torquay – 3* Headland Hotel – Turkey & Tinsel 4 days HB £235 14<br />

THE PRICES SHOWN ARE PER PERSON BASED ON TWO PEOPLE SHARING A ROOM.<br />

SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS MAY APPLY – PLEASE CHECK AGAINST THE HOLIDAY DETAILS<br />

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Holiday Calendar <strong>2018</strong>-19 (continued)<br />

Departs Tour Duration Board Price Page<br />

Friday 7th Eastbourne – Holly & Mistletoe 4 days HB £229 13<br />

Thursday 13th Thursford Christmas Spectacular 3 days HB £259 12<br />

Friday 14th Torquay – 4* Belgrave Sands Hotel 4 days HB £249 14<br />

Monday 17th Warner – Norton Grange – Turkey & Tinsel 5 days HB £175 15<br />

Sunday 23rd Christmas in York 5 days HB+ £499 17<br />

Sunday 23rd Warner – Christmas at Bembridge 5 days FB £629 15<br />

Sunday 23rd Christmas in Eastbourne 5 days FB £549 16<br />

Sunday 23rd Christmas in Canterbury 5 days FB £549 16<br />

January <strong>2019</strong><br />

Friday 11th North Devon Super Value 4 days HB £135 17<br />

Mon 14th Warner – 3* Alvaston Hall Hotel 5 days HB £215 18<br />

Friday 18th Eastbourne Winter Warmer 4 days HB £145 18<br />

Saturday 19th Babbacombe Winter Warmer 3 days HB £109 19<br />

Friday 25th Torquay Cosy Break 4 days HB £159 20<br />

Friday 25th North Devon Super Value 4 days HB £135 19<br />

February <strong>2019</strong><br />

Sunday 3rd Sidmouth – 4* Victoria Hotel 5 days HB £399 20<br />

Monday 4th Warner – 3* Bembridge Coast Hotel 5 days HB £229 21<br />

Friday 8th Eastbourne Winter Warmer 4 days HB £149 21<br />

Saturday 9th Benidorm – Spain’s Costa Blanca 17 days HB+ £779 33<br />

Monday 11th Warner – 3* Sinah Warren Hotel 5 days HB £285 22<br />

Friday 15th London City Break 3 days BB £165 9<br />

Friday 15th Cornwall Cosy Break 5 days HB £249 23<br />

Monday 18th Warner – 4* Holme Lacy Hotel 5 days HB £285 23<br />

Monday 18th Historic York & Harrogate 5 days HB £249 24<br />

Friday 22nd Torquay Cosy Break – 4* Belgrave Sands 4 days HB £199 24<br />

Sunday 24th Delightful North Devon 5 days HB £329 25<br />

Monday 25th Eastbourne Super Value 5 days HB £179 26<br />

March <strong>2019</strong><br />

Monday 4th Lake District Full Board Value 5 days HB £299 27<br />

Friday 8th Torquay Cosy Break at The Coppice 4 days HB £179 28<br />

Sunday 10th Cardiff City Break 3 days BB £139 28<br />

Sunday 17th Bletchley Park & IWM Duxford 2 days HB £115 29<br />

Monday 18th Harrogate Full Board Value 5 days HB £299 29<br />

Monday 18th Luxury 4* Imperial Hotel – North Devon 5 days HB £439 30<br />

Sunday 24th Falmouth – 4* Royal Duchy Hotel 5 days HB £489 31<br />

Monday 25th Llandudno & Snowdonia 5 days HB £295 32<br />

Monday 25th Tenby & The Gower 5 days HB £285 32<br />

Friday 29th London City Break 3 days BB £165 9<br />

Friday 29th Roses – Spain’s Costa Brava 11 days BB+HB £579 34<br />

THE PRICES SHOWN ARE PER PERSON BASED ON TWO PEOPLE SHARING A ROOM.<br />

SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS MAY APPLY – PLEASE CHECK AGAINST THE HOLIDAY DETAILS<br />

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Babbacombe – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 2nd Nov <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £225<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£225<br />

Come along for some Festive Fun at the friendly Hotel de<br />

la Mer in Babbacombe – great value for money!! Turkey &<br />

Tinsel breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run up to<br />

Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Situated on the outskirts of Torquay, Babbacombe on the English<br />

Riviera and offers stunning panoramic views over Lyme Bay from its<br />

clifftop promenade. Quieter than Torquay, the town has a good variety<br />

of shops, pubs and cafes. For the energetic, there are footpaths to<br />

Oddicombe and Babbacombe Beaches. Within easy walking the<br />

St Marychurch Shopping precinct offers a variety of shops and cafes<br />

and nearby is the famous Babbacombe Model Village. Great fun<br />

pre Christmas break with our friendly hotel owner and staff.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around 9.00am<br />

we have comfort stops on route as<br />

required before arriving at the hotel<br />

mid-afternoon with a mince pie to<br />

greet you! After dinner join in the<br />

Christmas quiz in the bar.<br />

DAY 2: After your Full English breakfast<br />

we are joined by our local guide for a<br />

tour of Dartmoor. This is a wonderful<br />

excursion at any time of year with a<br />

guided tour adding much to the<br />

dramatic landscape of the National<br />

Park. Returning to the hotel to relax<br />

before a delicious Gala Christmas<br />

dinner with Santa’s Little Helpers<br />

followed by Christmas cabaret<br />

entertainment and dancing.<br />

DAY 3: After breakfast we head off to<br />

Plymouth. An excellent destination<br />

for an excursion and site of so many<br />

important historic events including<br />

Sir Francis Drake’s escapades. We will<br />

be joined by a local guide for a coach<br />

tour which will include Plymouth Hoe,<br />

Devonport Naval Dockyard, Brunel’s<br />

magnificent Royal Albert Bridge and<br />

the Barbican area before free time in<br />

the city centre. We return to the hotel<br />

for more Festive food and fun live<br />

entertainment with a New Year Comedy<br />

Magic display with Peter Baffles.<br />

DAY 4: Departing the hotel after<br />

breakfast and head to Exeter. Time to<br />

see the sights in the centre and have<br />

an early lunch before continuing home.<br />

Arriving back in the local area around<br />

4.00/5.00pm.<br />

Hotel de la Mer<br />

We are delighted to be staying at<br />

this hotel again. It offers a genuine<br />

welcome from the Tillen family and<br />

is only 100m from the Cliff Railway<br />

and promenade. This 27 bedroom<br />

hotel enjoys an intimate atmosphere<br />

with a comfortable lounge and bar<br />

and friendly staff offering excellent<br />

customer service.<br />

The hotel is very proud of its food –<br />

fresh ingredients, locally sourced.<br />

There is a choice of menu for you to<br />

taste the difference! All bedrooms<br />

are comfortably furnished with<br />

en-suite bathrooms and TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making.<br />

No lift – Ground floor rooms<br />

available but please book early!<br />

EXCELLENT FOOD<br />

& PLENTY OF IT!!<br />

Torquay – 4* Belgrave Sands<br />

Hotel – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

Come along for a fun festive break away at this quality hotel<br />

in the centre of Torquay – the heart of the English Riviera.<br />

Turkey & Tinsel breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run<br />

up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it’s palm trees, it’s easy to<br />

see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times. There is<br />

stunning scenery along the coast road and historic towns are dotted<br />

throughout the region. The traditional harbour and stylish Princess Pier<br />

marina area offer the town a continental atmosphere, with a growing<br />

selection of eateries to sample. Stroll along the attractive waterfront<br />

esplanade to the new Abbey Sands leisure development and enjoy a<br />

drink overlooking Torbay. It is certainly worth exploring the newly<br />

refurbished Illuminated Royal Terrace Gardens with wonderful views<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 2nd Nov <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £249<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£249<br />

from the top. The hotel will be<br />

fully decorated and have a<br />

party atmosphere with nightly<br />

entertainment and festive cuisine.<br />

Join the fun!!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 9.00am we<br />

have comfort stops as required before<br />

arriving at the hotel mid-afternoon.<br />

On arrival enjoy a tea or coffee and a<br />

complimentary treat in the comfort<br />

of the lounge. During your stay enjoy<br />

a six course festive dinner with an<br />

accompanying pianist followed by live<br />

acts. Look out for a visit from Santa<br />

and make full use of the hotels Spa<br />

facilities including Gym, Sauna, Steam<br />

Room, Pool & Beauty Treatment Room.<br />

Extra charges may apply.<br />

DAY 2: After a full English breakfast we<br />

have a short excursion in the local area<br />

arranged by your driver before<br />

returning for free time to enjoy relaxing<br />

in the comfort of the hotel or maybe<br />

take a seafront stroll before the evening<br />

festivities begin. Another delicious meal<br />

– the food really is a highlight of this<br />

hotel – followed by entertainment.<br />

Belgrave Sands Hotel HHHH<br />

Quite outstanding! The Belgrave<br />

Sands has proven to be a huge hit<br />

with our customers occupying an<br />

excellent position in the centre of<br />

Torquay opposite Abbey Gardens.<br />

It’s only a 2 minute walk to the<br />

seafront with a 10 minute level walk<br />

to the town centre. The new Abbey<br />

Crescent complex is just around the<br />

corner where you can enjoy a coffee<br />

or lunch in one of the restaurants<br />

overlooking the Bay.<br />

The multi million pound<br />

refurbishment programme includes<br />

new bathrooms, bar and public<br />

areas and has transformed the<br />

hotel in to a high-spec modern<br />

environment. There will be nightly<br />

entertainment, a dance floor plus<br />

you can indulge yourself in the<br />

brand new Spa! All rooms will have<br />

en-suite bathroom, TV, tea/coffee<br />

making and hairdryer. In the new<br />

restaurant you will be treated to a<br />

superb dinner with choice of menu.<br />

DAY 3: Another short excursion this VERY SPECIAL. Passenger lift<br />

morning before returning to Torquay.<br />

In the afternoon, join in the fun with a<br />

Sunday afternoon tea followed by festive quiz. Time to relax before the final<br />

evening festivities. Evening dinner followed by festive entertainment.<br />

DAY 4: We head home with a stop for lunch before arriving back to your local<br />

drop off point around 3.00pm.<br />

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BRITISH HOLIDAYS


Tenby – Holly & Mistletoe<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£319<br />

Lovely destination for a fun festive break staying at the<br />

friendly Clarence House Hotel in this popular Welsh resort –<br />

great value for money!! These pre Christmas breaks are a<br />

great, fun way to enjoy the run up to Christmas with<br />

cuisine and entertainment in hotels decorated for the<br />

festive period.<br />

The delightful little town of Tenby is one of Pembrokeshire’s best<br />

loved seaside resorts with miles of sandy beaches and a delightful<br />

picturesque harbour. Beautifully located on the South West Wales<br />

coast, the old town walls, narrow streets and medieval houses add a<br />

lovely charm to the town. There are an array of shops, cafes and bars<br />

for you to discover during your stay. Enjoy stunning ocean views from<br />

the cliff tops with three great beaches.<br />

There are terrific excursion opportunities in the region. Pembrokeshire<br />

and neighbouring Carmarthenshire offer some of the finest coastal<br />

views in the United Kingdom – from intimate rocky coves to sweeping<br />

sandy bays and some of the most consistently highly rated beaches in<br />

the country. There are also plenty of historic and cultural attractions to<br />

discover – from ancient towns and villages to castles and cathedrals.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your home around 7.00/8.00am we<br />

shall have comfort stops on route as<br />

required before arriving at the hotel<br />

late afternoon. Complimentary mince<br />

pie and sherry tonight in the Seagull<br />

Bar followed by dinner and some live<br />

entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: After breakfast we have an<br />

excursion with a scenic drive to the<br />

historic town of Pembroke. We have<br />

included a guided tour of the<br />

magnificent medieval castle here,<br />

followed by free time to explore.<br />

Enjoy a festive dinner tonight followed<br />

by entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: Today we are joined by our<br />

excellent local guide for a tour of the<br />

region including the wonderful Gower<br />

Peninsula. Hear about the history and<br />

events which have shaped the regions<br />

landscape before returning to Tenby.<br />

More fun tonight with dinner followed<br />

by entertainment in the hotel.<br />

DAY 4: A free day today to relax<br />

around the town. Return to the hotel<br />

for complimentary homemade soup<br />

for lunch and later in the afternoon,<br />

a delicious Cream Tea! Settle in for<br />

the evening with the final night of<br />

food and entertainment.<br />

DAY 5: Bid farewell to the friendly team<br />

as we head home after breakfast.<br />

Arriving back in the local area around<br />

4.00/5.00pm and returned to your<br />

home by our home collection service.<br />

Clarence House Hotel<br />

Occupying a superb position on the<br />

clifftop, overlooking South Beach &<br />

Caldey Island, this friendly, family<br />

run hotel is a highly rated<br />

destination. The lovely town centre<br />

and harbour are only a 5 minute<br />

walk away. Outside you can enjoy a<br />

drink in the lovely garden or on the<br />

clifftop terrace over the road.<br />

Happy Hours every day during<br />

your stay in the Seagull bar. With a<br />

good reputation for food, meals are<br />

served in the seafront dining room<br />

with a 3 course evening meal with<br />

choice of menu and a hot breakfast.<br />

All meals served by a friendly waiter.<br />

During our stay there will be<br />

evening entertainment at the hotel.<br />

All rooms are comfortable and<br />

simply furnished with en-suite<br />

bathrooms and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Passenger lift to all floors.<br />

Wi-Fi.<br />

VERY FRIENDLY HOTEL<br />

© www.geograph.org.uk – Arthur C Harris<br />

© VisitBritain – Andrew Pickett<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 5th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £319<br />

Single Supplement £nil Home Collection<br />

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BRITISH HOLIDAYS


North Devon – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£259<br />

© Flickr – Ed Webster<br />

© www.geograph.org.uk – Derek Voller<br />

You are assured of a genuine warm welcome from all the<br />

staff at this family run hotel in Ilfracombe. These pre<br />

Christmas breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run<br />

up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Superb value holiday whilst enjoying some of the finest scenery to<br />

be had, anywhere in Britain. The dramatic, rugged coastline of the<br />

North Devon Coast, where the cliffs seem to dive in to the sea is<br />

quite stunning and on a clear day you can see over to South Wales.<br />

There are some terrific excursion destinations to explore, all with<br />

lovely countryside to see on route. We stay in the centre of Ilfracombe,<br />

a town which has received a noticeable boost in the last few years<br />

largely credited to the arrival of artist, Damian Hirst who lives nearby.<br />

His giant 20 metre sculpture, Verity, has led to several galleries in the<br />

town and some lovely restaurants, bars and cafes around the authentic<br />

fishing harbour.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Departing your local pick-up<br />

point in the morning (approx. 8.30am),<br />

we travel to Ilfracombe stopping for<br />

lunch before arriving mid/late<br />

afternoon. Arriving at the hotel for a<br />

cup of tea and complimentary mince<br />

pie before dinner followed by<br />

entertainment in the bar lounge.<br />

DAY 2: After breakfast we have an<br />

excursion with a scenic drive over the<br />

wonderful scenery of Exmoor National<br />

Park with a stop in the historic town of<br />

Dunster, overlooked by its magnificent<br />

castle. Afterwards we continue to<br />

Lynmouth for a lunch break in this<br />

picturesque port. Returning to the hotel<br />

for afternoon tea & mince pies before<br />

dinner and some fun entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: In the morning we head for<br />

Great Torrington with a visit to<br />

Dartington Crystal where we have<br />

included a factory tour. Watch the<br />

craftsmen at work, transforming hot<br />

molten crystal into elegant shapes and<br />

hear the fascinating story of this famous<br />

brand. Returning to Ilfracombe for free<br />

time. Afternoon tea & biscuits are<br />

served before the big night tonight!<br />

Enjoy a traditional Christmas Dinner<br />

with all the trimmings followed by the<br />

Fancy Dress Parade. Don’t be shy –<br />

best costume wins a prize!<br />

DAY 4: Lovely excursion today as we<br />

visit Appledore. In a picturesque setting<br />

overlooking the River Torridge estuary,<br />

this thriving fishing village has a selection of galleries, shops and cafes.<br />

We continue to Barnstaple which has a great selection of cafes for lunch and<br />

the famous Victorian Pannier Market. Relax in the evening after dinner.<br />

DAY 5: Heading home after breakfast with a lunch stop on route. Arriving back<br />

in the local area around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 12th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £259<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Osborne Hotel<br />

This friendly family run hotel is in<br />

the centre of Ilfracombe, just a few<br />

minutes level walk to the shops and<br />

harbour where you can enjoy a drink<br />

or bite to eat in the cafe/bars.<br />

The hotel enjoys excellent reviews<br />

and has become a firm favourite<br />

with our customers. Being family run<br />

it offers high levels of service and<br />

care and you know that all the staff<br />

are trying to make your stay the best<br />

possible. In the evening have some<br />

fun in the Bar Lounge with a variety<br />

of entertainment during our stay.<br />

All rooms are comfortably furnished<br />

with en-suite bathroom, TV,<br />

tea/coffee making and hairdryer.<br />

In the lovely ground floor restaurant<br />

you will be treated to some<br />

excellent festive fayre with choice<br />

of menu and Full English Breakfast.<br />

Passenger lift to all rooms.<br />

TOP VALUE AND HIGHLY<br />

RECOMMENDED<br />

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Eastbourne – Holly & Mistletoe<br />

These pre Christmas breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the<br />

run up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers, Eastbourne<br />

is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a fine array of facilities<br />

for tourists. There is a lovely level promenade, attractive gardens,<br />

a splendid Victorian pier, theatres, an art gallery and excellent<br />

shopping and cafes where you can watch the world go by – perfect<br />

for a relaxing break away from it all. The town is surrounded by the<br />

stunning South Downs with a wealth of excursion possibilities in<br />

the region. We are delighted to be staying at the excellent 3* New<br />

Wilmington Hotel for this Turkey ‘n’ Tinsel break. The hotel has a<br />

great position and will be fully decorated with a festive menu and<br />

evening entertainment package. Come along for some fun!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 16th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £229<br />

Single Supplement £30<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£229<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point home (approx.<br />

9.30am) we have a stop on route for<br />

lunch before arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time for a stroll. Join the<br />

hotel Management Team in the bar<br />

lounge for a welcoming complimentary<br />

sherry, before a special candle-lit dinner<br />

with a particularly crafty table game<br />

(More details on the night) and a little<br />

gift (Santa must have come early!)<br />

DAY 2: After breakfast we travel along<br />

the coast to Brighton. We drop in the<br />

centre of town – plenty to see in this<br />

cosmopolitan town – stroll through<br />

The Lanes area of old shops and cafes,<br />

visit the Royal Pavilion and brace Palace<br />

Pier. Join in with the afternoon bingo<br />

and perhaps have a drink before a<br />

sumptuous Christmas dinner with party<br />

hats, crackers, streamers, along with a<br />

complimentary glass of wine. It’s party<br />

time after with live entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: A free day today for you to relax<br />

around the hotel and explore the town.<br />

The hotel is ideally located close to the<br />

amenities. Start the ‘New Year Party’<br />

with a complimentary glass of Bucks<br />

New Wilmington Hotel HHH<br />

One of the highest rated 3* hotels<br />

in Eastbourne, the New Wilmington<br />

enjoys a reputation for quality<br />

accommodation and good levels<br />

of friendly service and food.<br />

With a recently renovated bar and<br />

restaurant the hotel is perfect for a<br />

relaxing break, only a 2 minute walk<br />

from the seafront and close to the<br />

town centre shops and attractions.<br />

The bedrooms are well appointed<br />

with modern facilities – en-suite<br />

bathrooms, televisions, tea & coffee<br />

making facilities and hairdryer.<br />

In the stylish restaurant there will<br />

be a 4 course dinner with choice of<br />

menu and Full English Breakfast.<br />

Fizz before taking your seats for the New Years Eve banquet including Rabbie<br />

Burns “a great Chieftain o’ the pudding race” that will be ceremonially piped<br />

in by our very own Scottish Piper. Party poppers and blowers will add to the<br />

festivities. Live entertainment and the Table Game competition winners will be<br />

presented with their prizes by your host Sue. At New Wilmington’s midnight<br />

(11.00pm) – the New Year will be welcomed in with Auld Lang Syne followed by<br />

sausage rolls.<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, we leave Eastbourne and head home, stopping in the historic<br />

town of Chichester for lunch before returning to the local area around<br />

3.00/4.00pm.<br />

with a huge variety on offer.<br />

Full details of all the events will<br />

come out online later in the year.<br />

© www.visityork.org<br />

York Christmas Festival<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£275<br />

Widely regarding as one of the best destinations in the<br />

country – York really comes alive at Christmas.<br />

Few cities rival the historic splendour of York and it is no wonder that it<br />

is one of our top selling destinations. Steeped in history spanning 2000<br />

years, York is a compact walled riverside city home to world-class<br />

attractions. We stay within the medieval city walls allowing you time<br />

to explore the historic centre and its many attractions and cobbled<br />

streets. The city’s medieval centre adds an authenticity to the<br />

Dickensian vision of Christmas celebrations so come along and soak up<br />

the atmosphere. Meander through the market stalls of St Nicholas Fair<br />

with traditional chalets adorned with twinkling lights and selling all<br />

kinds of artisan gifts for the festive season. York is foody heaven,<br />

so follow the aromas of mulled wine and delicious tempting treats<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 19th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £275<br />

Single Supplement £63<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point (approx.<br />

7.30/8.00am) we have comfort stops<br />

on route before arriving at the hotel<br />

late afternoon. Settle in to the hotel<br />

before your 3 course evening meal<br />

followed by tea or coffee.<br />

DAYS 2 & 3: On your first morning<br />

we are joined by our local guide for a<br />

short walking tour of York city centre<br />

to learn about the remarkable history.<br />

It’s a great way to get your bearings<br />

and flag attractions you may want to<br />

return to later.<br />

The remainder of your time is free to<br />

explore, and there is much to see!<br />

Don’t miss The Shambles, perhaps<br />

the most picturesque street in<br />

England complete with overhanging<br />

timber-framed houses and traditional<br />

shopfronts. York Minster, one of the<br />

largest cathedrals in Northern Europe<br />

is also on the must do list plus there is<br />

the excellent Jorvik Viking Centre and<br />

National Railway Museum.<br />

After dinner in the hotel, walk over<br />

the bridge in to the city centre and<br />

enjoy all the festivities.<br />

DAY 4: After breakfast we leave York<br />

and head home. Comfort stops taken<br />

on route before returning to the local<br />

area around 4.00/5.00pm.<br />

Queens Hotel<br />

We have been taking groups to<br />

The Queens for many years.<br />

Ideally situated on the banks of the<br />

River Ouse in the heart of the city,<br />

the hotel has been one of our most<br />

popular locations. Just a short stroll<br />

over the river and your York<br />

discovery begins with all the major<br />

tourist attractions within a 15 minute<br />

walk – many much closer. The hotel<br />

has a Riverside Bar & Lounge,<br />

perfect for relaxing before your<br />

3 course dinner in the restaurant<br />

with choice of menu. Good standard<br />

of food at The Queens.<br />

Over the last few rooms many<br />

improvements have been made<br />

with standards raised in the<br />

bedrooms and public areas.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with power shower, tea/coffee<br />

making facilities, colour television,<br />

hairdryer and direct dial telephone.<br />

Lift to all floors.<br />

GUARANTEED RIVER VIEW<br />

ROOMS – £30 PER ROOM –<br />

2 SHARING ONLY<br />

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London City Break<br />

3 Days<br />

From<br />

£155<br />

Fantastic value city break staying at the superb Hilton<br />

London Canary Wharf Hotel in the Docklands!<br />

With so much to explore around the city it is no wonder that this is one<br />

of our most popular destinations. Whether you are looking to see the<br />

world famous landmarks and buildings, visit some of the top museums<br />

and galleries in the world or just enjoy the buzz of the city, London has<br />

it all. The British Museum, Natural History Museum, Science Museum,<br />

National Portrait Gallery, Tate Modern – the list goes on and on…..<br />

Regarded as one of the top destinations for travellers from all over<br />

the globe, you may like to take in a top West End show, splash out<br />

on a fancy dinner or take in a special event.<br />

Treat someone special in your life to a weekend away!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Leaving your local pick-up<br />

point in the morning (approx. 8.30am),<br />

we travel to London with a comfort stop<br />

on route. Arriving in London at around<br />

1.30pm with plenty of time to start<br />

exploring the city. Transport links are a<br />

short walk away – plenty to choose<br />

from. Take the tube on the Jubilee Line,<br />

the Docklands Light Railway, the bus,<br />

the frequent River Bus service or why<br />

not take a bike!<br />

DAY 2: After your breakfast you are free<br />

to explore the huge range of attractions<br />

London has to offer. From shopping to<br />

museums, historic buildings to the<br />

London Eye, London offers something<br />

for all. In the evening you may like to<br />

enhance your break and take in a top<br />

class West End show.<br />

DAY 3: On the day of departure the<br />

itinerary alternates throughout the year.<br />

For the departure in November, we<br />

leave London at 10.00am and head to<br />

Windsor for a lunch stop in this historic<br />

town before continuing home. For the<br />

departure in Feb we leave the hotel at<br />

1.00pm with a comfort stop on route<br />

before arriving back in the area around<br />

4.00/5.00pm. For the departure in<br />

March we have a lunch stop in the<br />

county town of Winchester. Departures<br />

including town visits arrive back in the<br />

local area around 4.00/5.00pm.<br />

OUR MOST POPULAR SHORT<br />

BREAK DESTINATION<br />

Hilton Canary Wharf Hotel<br />

The fact that so many of our<br />

customers return to this hotel<br />

speaks for itself.<br />

This superb hotel is located in the<br />

heart of Canary Wharf’s bustling café<br />

and shopping scene and has a<br />

footbridge linking the hotel to the<br />

tube giving convenient access to<br />

the transport network by foot<br />

within 5 minutes. Plenty of quality<br />

restaurants and bars to enjoy in<br />

the immediate area.<br />

All the facilities of a modern top<br />

quality international hotel are on<br />

offer including a Health & Fitness<br />

Centre and Wi-Fi internet access.<br />

The hotel has a stylish modern decor<br />

throughout including the Cinnamon<br />

Restaurant & Bar. Your break<br />

includes the superb Hilton Breakfast<br />

– wide choice of hot and cold buffet<br />

– great to set you up for the day!<br />

The large comfortable bedrooms<br />

have en-suite bathrooms, flat screen<br />

TV, telephone, hairdryer and coffee<br />

maker. Interconnecting rooms<br />

available. Lifts to all floors.<br />

ONE OF OUR HIGHEST RATED<br />

HOTELS – QUALITY<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 16th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 3 days Bed & Hot Buffet Breakfast £155<br />

Fri 15th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 3 days Bed & Hot Buffet Breakfast £165<br />

© Flickr - Viv Lynch<br />

Fri 29th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 3 days Bed & Hot Buffet Breakfast £165<br />

Single Supplement £89<br />

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Cornwall – Mistletoe & Wine<br />

These pre Christmas breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the<br />

run up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Join us on this Mistletoe & Wine package to the excellent quality<br />

3* Rosemundy Hotel, tucked away in the Cornish village of St Agnes –<br />

one of our highest rated hotel. For the more adventurous, there are<br />

plenty of walking paths in the area with the sea not too far away.<br />

But the hotel also has cosy lounges where you can relax and enjoy<br />

your surroundings. This package includes entertainment and festive<br />

food with the region offering plenty of excellent excursion destinations<br />

to enjoy. Come away for a lovely relaxing break.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Thu 22nd Nov <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £295<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£295<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point (approx.<br />

8.00am) we have refreshment stops<br />

as required before arriving in St Agnes<br />

late afternoon. Tonight there is a<br />

Sherry Reception in the bar before<br />

dinner.<br />

DAY 2: Today we will have an<br />

excursion to Truro. The Capital of<br />

Cornwall, it is a lovely town to stroll<br />

around with an impressive cathedral.<br />

Evening dinner followed by a talk by<br />

a local historian.<br />

DAY 3: After breakfast we head off to<br />

visit the lovely fishing port of Padstow.<br />

It’s a great place to visit with some<br />

interesting shops and plenty of places<br />

to choose from for lunch. Rick Stein’s<br />

restaurant is on the front plus he has a<br />

café in the town. Returning to the hotel<br />

to meet Santa in the evening (hooray!)<br />

followed by Christmas dinner and live<br />

entertainment.<br />

DAY 4: We shall have a lovely drive<br />

out through the countryside to St Ives,<br />

one of the most beautiful seaside<br />

towns in the country. Renowned as a<br />

centre for art there are plenty of<br />

galleries in the town plus the<br />

renowned Tate St Ives Museum is<br />

certainly worth a look.<br />

In the evening there will be a<br />

festive quiz after dinner.<br />

DAY 5: Sadly, we head home this<br />

morning, with stops as required<br />

before returning to the local area<br />

around 5.00/6.00pm.<br />

Rosemundy Hotel HHH<br />

This family run hotel is set in four<br />

acres of gardens in the centre of<br />

the unspoilt village of St Agnes in<br />

Cornwall and has become one of<br />

the favourites for many of our<br />

customers, particularly for its<br />

personable and friendly staff.<br />

The hotel offers a chance to relax<br />

and recharge with a peaceful<br />

atmosphere and comfortable<br />

lounges to enjoy a cup of tea in.<br />

You can also enjoy a drink in Tom<br />

Noggi’s Bar before dinner which is<br />

served in the elegant restaurant.<br />

There is a choice of menu with the<br />

accent on local fresh ingredients.<br />

All the hotel bedrooms are<br />

comfortably furnished with en-suite<br />

private bathrooms, colour TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. No lift but ground floor<br />

rooms available – remainder on<br />

1st floor.<br />

RELAXING & FUN BREAK<br />

provide a great service and will be<br />

available for advice on the best<br />

sights to see around the town.<br />

The hotel will be decorated and<br />

ready for that Christmas feeling!<br />

An excellent value fun holiday.<br />

Exmouth – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 30th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £199<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£199<br />

Turkey & Tinsel breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run<br />

up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Exmouth is one of England’s oldest seaside resorts and still retains a<br />

friendly charm. The stunning Estuary always provides an interesting<br />

view and there are 2 miles of sandy beach and a lovely level<br />

promenade with seafront gardens and seating. The town centre is<br />

dotted with gardens and there is excellent shopping with a selection<br />

of cafes and bars. We are delighted to be staying, once again, at<br />

The Manor Hotel. This Georgian building is ideally located, just a<br />

short stroll from the seafront, gardens or shops. The friendly hotel team<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Collected from your local pick<br />

up point around 9.00am, we have a<br />

stop for lunch before arriving at the<br />

hotel mid-afternoon where a Mince<br />

Pie and welcoming cup of tea await<br />

you. In the evening there is a Sherry<br />

Reception, followed by dinner and<br />

live entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy breakfast before we<br />

have a half day excursion to Sidmouth.<br />

Enjoy a leisurely walk around the town<br />

with lovely sea views along the<br />

Esplanade. It’s a great destination<br />

to spend a few hours with plenty of<br />

interesting shops and plenty of choice<br />

for a drink and bite to eat. Returning<br />

mid-afternoon with a full Christmas<br />

Dinner this evening and a visit from<br />

Santa followed by live entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: Mid morning we depart for<br />

Exeter. Much to see in this historic city<br />

which has some lovely historic buildings<br />

around the impressive cathedral<br />

The Manor Hotel<br />

The Manor Hotel is superbly located<br />

in the town allowing easy access to<br />

the seafront and shops with<br />

stunning sea views. The friendly<br />

hotel managers and staff ensure<br />

that we shall have an enjoyable<br />

stay and will help with any questions<br />

you may have about the town.<br />

There is a comfortable lounge and<br />

cosy bar area where you can enjoy<br />

a drink before your evening meal<br />

with choice of menu. Full English<br />

Breakfast. All bedrooms are<br />

comfortable with en-suite bathroom<br />

with bath/shower, hairdryer, colour<br />

TV and tea/coffee making facilities.<br />

Passenger lift. There is an incline to<br />

the hotel.<br />

SEA VIEW ROOMS –<br />

£15 PER PERSON<br />

coupled with excellent shopping in the new Princesshay shopping centre.<br />

Returning to the hotel for dinner followed by live entertainment and a New<br />

Years Toast.<br />

DAY 4: We head home after breakfast with an early lunch stop in Bridport<br />

before arriving back in the local area around 2.00/3.00pm.<br />

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This is different to a Turkey ‘n’<br />

Tinsel – it’s a relaxing and<br />

quiet break.<br />

© Flickr – Alison Day<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£359<br />

Sidmouth – Pre Christmas Break<br />

Set in the heart of the World Heritage Coast, the elegant<br />

town of Sidmouth is one of Devon’s oldest resorts.<br />

It’s beautiful Georgian and Regency architecture give the<br />

town an unspoilt and quiet atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing<br />

holiday. Our Pre-Christmas Break is now a firm favourite on<br />

the calendar staying at the ever popular 3* Kingswood and<br />

Devoran Hotel, one of the best hotels on Sidmouth seafront.<br />

You can be assured of the usual friendly staff that make these<br />

few days away relaxing before Christmas so enjoyable.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Thu 22nd Nov <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £359<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Sea View Supplement £30 per person<br />

Home Collection<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

home at around 8.00/9.00am, we head<br />

to Sidmouth with a comfort stop and<br />

lunch stop on route. Arriving in<br />

Sidmouth mid-afternoon for a warm<br />

welcome at the hotel.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy a wide choice at breakfast<br />

before we depart mid-morning for a<br />

scenic Devon drive through some<br />

beautiful countryside. Returning to<br />

Sidmouth mid-afternoon for afternoon<br />

tea & cake and free time. Plenty to<br />

enjoy in Sidmouth – maybe a stroll<br />

along the front or a spot of shopping.<br />

DAY 3: A free day for you to enjoy<br />

Sidmouth and visit the shops around<br />

the town. Complimentary morning<br />

coffee and afternoon tea is served in<br />

the lounge every day.<br />

DAY 4: After your morning coffee we<br />

head to Exeter. Much to see in this<br />

historic city which has one of the finest<br />

cathedrals in the country and delightful<br />

rejuvenated quayside. If you want to<br />

shop or have a meal, the excellent<br />

Princesshay shopping centre has a<br />

massive choice. This evening we have a<br />

lovely 5 course Christmas dinner!<br />

DAY 5: We leave Sidmouth and head<br />

for our lunch stop. Arriving back in<br />

the local area around 3.00/4.00pm –<br />

returned to your home by our service.<br />

Kingswood & Devoran Hotel<br />

HHH<br />

The superb Kingswood & Devoran<br />

Hotel on Sidmouth seafront has a<br />

lovely entrance and public areas<br />

but it is the ‘old-fashioned’ levels<br />

of friendly service and quality<br />

which sets this hotel apart. It is<br />

elegantly decorated and completely<br />

non-smoking. Superbly situated,<br />

giving direct access to the town<br />

centre shops.<br />

There is a 5 course table d’hote<br />

menu to enjoy in the restaurant with<br />

complementary morning coffee &<br />

biscuits and afternoon tea with cake.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with colour TV, phone and<br />

tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to<br />

most bedrooms.<br />

SEA VIEW ROOMS AVAILABLE<br />

© Flickr – David Sivyer<br />

Torquay – Coppice Hotel –<br />

Turkey & Tinsel<br />

These pre Christmas breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the<br />

run up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Expect a warm welcome from all the staff at this friendly family run<br />

hotel in Torquay. Come along and join our Turkey ‘n’ Tinsel holiday to<br />

one of Britain’s favourite holiday destinations – on the English Riviera.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it’s palm trees, it’s easy<br />

to see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times. In the<br />

centre of town there is a good selection of shops and restaurants,<br />

many set around the stylish marina. We are looking forward to staying<br />

at the popular and friendly Coppice Hotel which will be fully decorated<br />

and have a fun atmosphere with nightly entertainment and festive<br />

cuisine. Come away for some fun!!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 26th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £235<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£235<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 9.00am we<br />

have comfort stops as required before<br />

arriving at the hotel mid-afternoon.<br />

Enjoy a welcome Tea & Mince Pie on<br />

arrival and relax in the hotel before<br />

dinner followed by live entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy your full English Breakfast<br />

before we drop you down in to the<br />

town centre for free time to explore and<br />

find somewhere nice for lunch. We shall<br />

collect you later or you can return to the<br />

hotel when you wish as we are on the<br />

main bus route. More Festive food and<br />

fun live entertainment tonight.<br />

DAY 3: After breakfast we depart for<br />

an excursion to Plymouth. We will be<br />

joined by a local guide for a coach<br />

tour which will include Plymouth Hoe,<br />

Devonport Naval Dockyard, Brunel’s<br />

magnificent Royal Albert Bridge and<br />

the Barbican area before free time in<br />

the city centre.<br />

DAY 4: Today we have an excursion<br />

to Dartmouth. Discover wonderful<br />

countryside before we arrive in this<br />

beautiful historic town. So much to<br />

see here with narrow streets lined with<br />

interesting shops, galleries, restaurants<br />

and pubs or you may like to take a<br />

boat trip along the river. Returning to<br />

the hotel for final night celebrations<br />

with live entertainment.<br />

DAY 5: Sadly, we say goodbye to The<br />

Coppice and head home with a stop for<br />

lunch before arriving back to your local<br />

drop off point around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Coppice Hotel<br />

The 40 bedroom family run Coppice<br />

enjoys an excellent reputation and<br />

reviews for its comfort and friendly<br />

service levels. The hotel is set in<br />

lovely gardens with palm trees and<br />

an outdoor swimming pool in the<br />

grounds. Located between Torquay<br />

& Babbacombe the hotel is on the<br />

main bus route if you want to<br />

venture out on your free day.<br />

Local shops and Kent Caves are<br />

only 250m away.<br />

Your 3 course festive dinners with<br />

choice of menu are served in the<br />

Crystal Restaurant overlooking the<br />

outside swimming pool. Relax in<br />

the lounge and enjoy a drink in<br />

the bar plus there will be live<br />

evening entertainment during<br />

your stay. Indoor swimming pool –<br />

small charge.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with colour TV, tea/coffee making<br />

facilities and hairdryer. Wi-Fi<br />

available in bar & lounge. No lift at<br />

the hotel – some stairs involved.<br />

RECOMMENDED HOTEL –<br />

TOP VALUE AND GREAT FUN<br />

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Thursford Christmas Spectacular<br />

3 Days<br />

Only<br />

£259<br />

Thursford provides the ultimate musical experience, staging a<br />

blend of Christmas entertainment, songs, carols, dazzling<br />

dancers and beautiful costumes. Each year the show changes<br />

and seems to improve with a cast of over 100 performers<br />

providing one of the best Christmas entertainment<br />

experiences in the UK. The interior of the Thursford theatre<br />

building is also transformed in to a Christmas wonderland<br />

with a myriad of Christmas lights and decorations. This tour is<br />

extremely popular and is often sold out months in advance.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Leaving your local pick-up<br />

point in the morning (approx.<br />

8.30am) we travel to Norwich,<br />

stopping on route for coffee and<br />

lunch. Arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time to enjoy the<br />

facilities of the hotel before<br />

dinner.<br />

DAY 2: In the morning we shall<br />

transfer you by coach in to the<br />

centre of Norwich before an<br />

early dinner at the hotel after<br />

which we depart for the Thursford<br />

Collection for the evening<br />

performance of the Christmas<br />

Show. This narrated musical<br />

show with orchestra, military band,<br />

professional dancers, singers and<br />

choirs seems to improve every<br />

year. Returning to the hotel<br />

around 11.00pm.<br />

DAY 3: We depart the hotel at<br />

10.00am and head for home.<br />

Stopping on route for lunch and<br />

coffee before arriving back in the<br />

local area at approximately<br />

5.00/6.00pm.<br />

Holiday Inn Norwich City<br />

The Holiday Inn Norwich City is an<br />

excellent modern hotel adjacent to<br />

Norwich City Football Club, only a<br />

10 minute walk in to the city centre.<br />

Within 5 minutes walk is the<br />

excellent Riverside Complex which<br />

includes a range of restaurants, bars<br />

and cinemas. Your meals are served<br />

in the contemporary restaurant with<br />

a superb hot buffet breakfast and<br />

delicious 3 course buffet meal –<br />

plenty of choice of excellent quality.<br />

The bedrooms are comfortably<br />

furnished with en-suite facilities,<br />

tea/coffee making, satellite TV and<br />

hairdryer. Lift to all floors.<br />

TRIED & TESTED HOTEL.<br />

VERY POPULAR WITH OUR<br />

CUSTOMERS<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Thu 29th Nov <strong>2018</strong> 3 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £259<br />

Thu 6th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 3 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £259<br />

Thu 13th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 3 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £259<br />

Single Supplement £49<br />

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Eastbourne – Holly & Mistletoe<br />

These pre Christmas breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the<br />

run up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers, Eastbourne<br />

is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a fine array of facilities<br />

for tourists. There is a lovely level promenade, attractive gardens,<br />

a splendid Victorian pier, theatres, an art gallery and excellent<br />

shopping and cafes where you can watch the world go by – perfect<br />

for a relaxing break away from it all. The town is surrounded by the<br />

stunning South Downs with a wealth of excursion possibilities in the<br />

region. We are delighted to be staying at the excellent 3* New<br />

Wilmington Hotel for this Turkey ‘n’ Tinsel break. The hotel has a<br />

great position and will be fully decorated with a festive menu and<br />

evening entertainment package. Come along for some fun!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 7th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £229<br />

Single Supplement £30<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£229<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point home (approx.<br />

9.30am) we have a stop on route for<br />

lunch before arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time for a stroll. Join the<br />

hotel Management Team in the bar<br />

lounge for a welcoming complimentary<br />

sherry, before a special candle-lit dinner<br />

with a particularly crafty table game<br />

(more details on the night) and a little<br />

gift (Santa must have come early!)<br />

DAY 2: After breakfast we travel along<br />

the coast to Brighton. We drop in the<br />

centre of town – plenty to see in this<br />

cosmopolitan town – stroll through<br />

The Lanes area of old shops and cafes,<br />

visit the Royal Pavilion and brace Palace<br />

Pier. Join in with the afternoon Bingo<br />

and perhaps have a drink before a<br />

sumptuous Christmas dinner with party<br />

hats, crackers, streamers, along with a<br />

complimentary glass of wine. It’s party<br />

time after with live entertainment.<br />

New Wilmington Hotel HHH<br />

One of the highest rated 3* hotels<br />

in Eastbourne, the New Wilmington<br />

enjoys a reputation for quality<br />

accommodation and good levels<br />

of friendly service and food.<br />

With a recently renovated bar and<br />

restaurant the hotel is perfect for a<br />

relaxing break, only a 2 minute walk<br />

from the seafront and close to the<br />

town centre shops and attractions.<br />

The bedrooms are well appointed<br />

with modern facilities – en-suite<br />

bathrooms, televisions, tea & coffee<br />

making facilities and hairdryer.<br />

In the stylish restaurant there will<br />

be a 4 course dinner with choice of<br />

menu and Full English Breakfast.<br />

DAY 3: A free day today for you to relax<br />

around the hotel and explore the town.<br />

The hotel is ideally located close to the<br />

amenities. Start the ‘New Year Party’<br />

with a complimentary glass of Bucks<br />

Fizz before taking your seats for the<br />

New Years Eve banquet including Rabbie Burns “a great Chieftain o’ the<br />

pudding race” that will be ceremonially piped in by our very own Scottish Piper.<br />

Party poppers and blowers will add to the festivities. Live entertainment and the<br />

Table Game competition winners will be presented with their prizes by your host<br />

Sue. At New Wilmington’s midnight (11.00pm) – the New Year will be welcomed<br />

in with Auld Lang Syne followed by sausage rolls.<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, we leave Eastbourne and head home, stopping in the historic<br />

town of Chichester for lunch before returning to the local area around<br />

3.00/4.00pm.<br />

© Flickr – Mark Coleman<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£229<br />

Paignton – 3* Queens Hotel –<br />

Turkey & Tinsel<br />

Come along for a fun festive break away at this popular<br />

hotel in Paignton on the beautiful English Riviera. Turkey &<br />

Tinsel breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run up to<br />

Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

After the arrival of the railway this fishing village was transformed and<br />

became a favourite retreat for the Victorians. The long and flat seafront<br />

esplanade offers lovely views across Torbay with leisure facilities for the<br />

visitor. The town has some lovely public gardens and good shopping with<br />

an abundance of cafes and restaurants. For those who like to explore on<br />

their own why not catch a bus along the coast road to the neighbouring<br />

towns of Torquay or Brixham. We are delighted to be staying at the<br />

3* Queens Hotel which will be fully decorated and have a party<br />

atmosphere with nightly entertainment and festive cuisine. Join the fun!!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 7th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £229<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 9.00am we<br />

have comfort stops as required before<br />

arriving at the hotel mid-afternoon.<br />

Enjoy a complimentary tea, coffee and<br />

mince pie with a drinks reception in<br />

the evening before dinner followed by<br />

entertainment with cabaret acts.<br />

DAY 2: “Christmas Day”<br />

Enjoy a full English breakfast before<br />

we have a meeting with the man of<br />

the moment and a small gift from<br />

Santa. Free time in the day to explore<br />

Paignton or the surrounding area<br />

before a Christmas Quiz with tea,<br />

coffee and Christmas Cake. In the<br />

evening, prepare for a delicious<br />

traditional Christmas Dinner with all<br />

the trimmings. Afterwards enjoy some<br />

excellent cabaret entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: “New Year’s Eve”<br />

Today, after breakfast, your driver will<br />

arrange for a mystery excursion out<br />

to a local destination before returning<br />

in the afternoon for a glass of mulled<br />

wine and mince pie in the lounge.<br />

Tonight, it’s the final evening New<br />

Years Eve Gala Dinner followed by<br />

cash bingo, fancy dress and fantastic<br />

cabaret entertainment. See in the<br />

New Year in style!<br />

Queens Hotel HHH<br />

It’s a firm favourite with our<br />

customers – situated on the level,<br />

only 200m between the seafront<br />

and town centre. Leisure facilities<br />

at the hotel include an indoor<br />

swimming pool, games room,<br />

lounges, a dance floor and a bar.<br />

Every night there is superb quality<br />

entertainment to enjoy and make<br />

the most of your holiday. The food<br />

in the restaurant has an excellent<br />

reputation serving a Full English<br />

breakfast and a 5 course evening<br />

meal. The comfortable en-suite<br />

bedrooms have colour TV,<br />

telephone and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. There is a passenger lift<br />

for your convenience.<br />

DAY 4: Another full English breakfast<br />

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HOTEL<br />

before we say goodbye to the friendly<br />

staff and head home. Stopping for<br />

lunch before arriving back to your local drop off point around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Itineraries are subject to alteration by the hotel – more details available closer<br />

to departure.<br />

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Torquay – 3* Headland Hotel –<br />

Turkey & Tinsel<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 7th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £235<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£235<br />

Come along for a fun festive break away at this quality hotel<br />

in Torquay – the heart of the English Riviera. Turkey & Tinsel<br />

breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run up to Christmas<br />

with cuisine and entertainment in hotels decorated for the<br />

festive period.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it’s palm trees, it’s easy to<br />

see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times. There is<br />

stunning scenery along the coast road and historic towns are dotted<br />

throughout the region. The traditional harbour and stylish Princess Pier<br />

marina area offer the town a continental atmosphere, with a growing<br />

selection of eateries to sample. Stroll along the attractive waterfront<br />

esplanade to the new Abbey Sands leisure development and enjoy a<br />

drink overlooking Torbay. We are delighted to be returning to the<br />

3* Headland Hotel which will be<br />

fully decorated and have a party<br />

atmosphere with nightly<br />

entertainment in the cabaret room<br />

and festive cuisine. Join the fun!!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 9.00am we<br />

have comfort stops as required before<br />

arriving at the hotel for our “Christmas<br />

Eve”. Tea, coffee and mince pies with a<br />

drinks reception before dinner followed<br />

by entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: “Christmas Day”<br />

After breakfast you have a chance to<br />

meet Santa by the fire place. Midmorning,<br />

we depart for a mystery<br />

excursion out to a local destination,<br />

organised by your driver. Returning to<br />

the hotel mid-afternoon. Why not<br />

enjoy a coastal walk from the hotel<br />

before the evening festivities with a<br />

Six course traditional Christmas Dinner<br />

followed by entertainment?<br />

DAY 3: “New Year’s Eve”<br />

Today, after breakfast, your driver will<br />

arrange for a mystery excursion out<br />

to a local destination before returning<br />

for the final evening of festivities.<br />

Tea, coffee and mince pies will be<br />

served and there will be a fun festive<br />

quiz. Dress to impress tonight for the<br />

Black Tie (if you want too!) evening<br />

dinner followed by after-dinner mulled wine and Bingo.<br />

Headland Hotel HHH<br />

One of the highest rated 3* Hotels<br />

in Torbay by the AA.<br />

Boasting splendid sea views from<br />

many of the bedrooms, the hotel<br />

stands in two acres of grounds<br />

overlooking Meadfoot Bay. The<br />

hotel has become a firm favourite<br />

with <strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> Holiday<br />

customers over the years and<br />

offers a very good standard of<br />

accommodation and cuisine.<br />

Facilities include a wonderful new<br />

spa & sauna, spacious lounges, bars<br />

and a lovely reception foyer area<br />

where you can relax in leather<br />

sofas with a coffee. All rooms have<br />

en-suite bathroom, TV, Wi-Fi,<br />

tea/coffee making and hairdryer.<br />

There is superb entertainment every<br />

night in the Hydro Suite Cabaret<br />

ballroom and an elegant restaurant<br />

with a 5 course choice of menu<br />

dinner and Full English Breakfast.<br />

Passenger lift to most.<br />

DAY 4: We head home with a stop for lunch before arriving back to your local<br />

drop off point around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Itineraries are subject to alteration by the hotel.<br />

© Flickr – Mr Thinktank<br />

Torquay – 4* Belgrave Sands<br />

Hotel – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£249<br />

Come along for a fun festive break away at this quality hotel<br />

in the centre of Torquay – the heart of the English Riviera.<br />

Turkey & Tinsel breaks are a great, fun way to enjoy the run<br />

up to Christmas with cuisine and entertainment in hotels<br />

decorated for the festive period.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it’s palm trees, it’s easy<br />

to see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times.<br />

The traditional harbour and stylish Princess Pier marina area offer the<br />

town a continental atmosphere, with a growing selection of eateries<br />

to sample. Stroll along the attractive waterfront esplanade to the new<br />

Abbey Sands leisure development and enjoy a drink overlooking<br />

Torbay. The hotel will be fully decorated and have a party atmosphere<br />

with nightly entertainment and festive cuisine. Join the fun!!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 14th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £249<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around<br />

9.00am we have comfort stops as<br />

required before arriving at the hotel<br />

mid-afternoon. On arrival enjoy a tea<br />

or coffee and a complimentary treat in<br />

the comfort of the lounge.<br />

During your stay enjoy a six course<br />

festive dinner with an accompanying<br />

pianist followed by live acts. Look out<br />

for a visit from Santa and make full<br />

use of the hotels Spa facilities<br />

including Gym, Sauna, Steam Room,<br />

Pool & Beauty Treatment Room.<br />

Extra charges may apply.<br />

DAY 2: After a full English breakfast<br />

we have a short excursion in the local<br />

area arranged by your driver before<br />

returning for free time to enjoy<br />

relaxing in the comfort of the hotel<br />

or maybe take a seafront stroll<br />

before the evening festivities begin.<br />

Another delicious meal – the food<br />

really is a highlight of this hotel –<br />

followed by entertainment.<br />

DAY 3: Another short excursion this<br />

morning before returning to Torquay.<br />

In the afternoon, join in the fun with<br />

a Sunday afternoon tea followed by<br />

festive quiz. Time to relax before<br />

the final evening festivities.<br />

Evening dinner followed by festive<br />

entertainment.<br />

DAY 4: We head home with a stop<br />

for lunch before arriving back to your<br />

local drop off point around 3.00pm.<br />

Belgrave Sands Hotel HHHH<br />

Quite outstanding! The Belgrave<br />

Sands has proven to be a huge hit<br />

with our customers occupying an<br />

excellent position in the centre of<br />

Torquay opposite Abbey Gardens.<br />

It’s only a 2 minute walk to the<br />

seafront with a 10 minute level walk<br />

to the town centre. The new Abbey<br />

Crescent complex is just around the<br />

corner where you can enjoy a coffee<br />

or lunch in one of the restaurants<br />

overlooking the bay.<br />

The multi million pound<br />

refurbishment programme includes<br />

new bathrooms, bar and public<br />

areas and has transformed the<br />

hotel in to a high-spec modern<br />

environment. There will be nightly<br />

entertainment, a dance floor plus<br />

you can indulge yourself in the<br />

brand new Spa! All rooms will have<br />

en-suite bathroom, TV, tea/coffee<br />

making and hairdryer. In the new<br />

restaurant you will be treated to a<br />

superb dinner with choice of menu.<br />

Passenger lift.<br />

VERY SPECIAL<br />

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© Flickr – Robert Shell<br />

Warner – Norton Grange<br />

Holiday Village – Turkey & Tinsel<br />

We are delighted to have secured a large allocation at this<br />

excellent 4* Holiday Village on the Isle of Wight – a very<br />

popular and superb value break before Christmas.<br />

Just minutes from Yarmouth with splendid views over The Solent to<br />

Lymington. There is a host of activities throughout the day and live<br />

entertainment every night. Relax and unwind or get energetic – the<br />

choice is yours. The range of leisure facilities include a Fitness Studio,<br />

Outdoor all weather bowls green, Archery, Croquet, 9 hole Pitch ‘n’<br />

Putt, Short mat bowls and much more. Swim a couple of lengths in<br />

the indoor heated swimming pool or just relax in the lounge area.<br />

Warner Turkey & Tinsel Breaks are extra special so come along and<br />

enjoy the whole Festive Season in a short break, including Traditional<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 17th Dec <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £175<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£175<br />

Christmas Dinner and a Christmas<br />

Entertainment package including<br />

comedy with Paul Boardman and<br />

Opera Duo – Trovatori. Look out<br />

for themed quizzes and a Christmas<br />

concert, plus a New Year<br />

celebration with Party Night!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Departing your local pick-up<br />

point in the morning (approx.<br />

9.30/10.30am), we head to Lymington<br />

for the ferry over to the Island. Norton<br />

Grange is minutes from the port, so<br />

we will arrive for lunch – check in to<br />

your room is from 3.00pm. Plenty of<br />

time in the afternoon to soak up the<br />

atmosphere before the evening<br />

festivities begin!<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: During your stay your<br />

driver will arrange for two excursions<br />

in the local area. We shall have a trip<br />

to Newport including a scenic drive<br />

included in the price of your holiday.<br />

Plus, we also offer an optional excursion<br />

to the ever-popular Osborne House –<br />

subject to availability. Price of excursion<br />

including entrance – £15. Must be pre<br />

booked & paid before departure.<br />

Warner’s Turkey ‘n’ Tinsel breaks have<br />

an excellent full programme of events<br />

to enjoy during your stay and not<br />

Norton Grange Holiday Village<br />

HHHH<br />

Norton Grange is a far cry from<br />

the original Holiday Parks with the<br />

chalet style accommodation of<br />

today offering modern comforts<br />

including central heating, en-suite<br />

bathrooms, colour TV and<br />

tea/coffee making facilities.<br />

If you do fancy some extra luxury<br />

there are Premier Chalet upgrades –<br />

subject to availability. All chalets are<br />

serviced daily. There is a fantastic<br />

range of menu for breakfast and<br />

dinner and you can have a drink in<br />

the Waterfront Bar or enjoy the<br />

views from the large decking area.<br />

Standard Plus Chalet (larger, better<br />

equipped – £20 per person for the<br />

break.<br />

Premier Chalet (even larger, better<br />

equipped – £30 per person for the<br />

break.<br />

forgetting the mince pies and a delicious selection of festive cuisine – it’s a great<br />

break away!<br />

DAY 5: We leave the hotel after breakfast and board the morning ferry back to<br />

Lymington. Arriving back in the local area from 11.00am.<br />

Warner – Christmas at<br />

Bembridge<br />

A Christmas Break at a Warner Leisure Hotel is a special<br />

treat with a combination of superb festive cuisine and a<br />

welcoming and friendly party atmosphere in lovely<br />

surroundings.<br />

It is so popular every year that we are returning, once again, to the<br />

superb 3* Bembridge Coast Hotel on the Isle of Wight, just metres<br />

away from the lapping Solent on the eastern side of the island.<br />

Warner offer the full Christmas Package for a memorable Christmas<br />

away – filled with amazing festive entertainment and plenty of delicious<br />

festive food. Imagine starting your Christmas Day with a Buck’s Fizz at<br />

breakfast followed by a traditional four-course Christmas lunch with<br />

fabulous festive entertainment to look forward to in the evening.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 23rd Dec <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Full Board £629<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Home Collection<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£629<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your home mid-morning we head<br />

for Lymington to board the ferry to<br />

Yarmouth. We head straight for the<br />

hotel, arriving at lunchtime so you can<br />

find somewhere in the hotel for lunch<br />

and settle in to your room or perhaps<br />

make use of the leisure facilities on<br />

offer. This evening enjoy delicious<br />

dinner followed by West End style<br />

live entertainment.<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: During your time at the<br />

hotel there will be a variety of activities<br />

to enjoy and a party atmosphere.<br />

In the evenings Warners provide<br />

amazing professional West End Style<br />

entertainment which will be a highlight<br />

of your Christmas. On Boxing Day<br />

evening the Special Guest is the Paul<br />

Da Vinci’s 60’s/70’s Explosion Show<br />

featuring the three and a half octave<br />

voice of the original voice of The<br />

Rubettes!<br />

Your Christmas with Warners is on a<br />

Full Board basis and there will be a<br />

huge variety of food to choose from.<br />

With so much going on you may<br />

choose to spend all your time using<br />

the leisure facilities, exploring the<br />

ground or relaxing in the coffee shops<br />

or lounges but excursions out are<br />

also available from Warner. Details<br />

available from the hotel reception –<br />

extra charges apply.<br />

Bembridge Coast Hotel HHH<br />

With its 23 acres of grounds leading<br />

down to the sea, marvellous views<br />

and landscaped Spanish Gardens,<br />

Bembridge Coast is the ideal base<br />

for a lovely Christmas. Facilities<br />

include a beautiful patio area,<br />

leisure suite with indoor swimming<br />

pool, indoor bowls rink, snooker<br />

and a range of health & beauty<br />

treatments. You can look forward<br />

to the usual high standards of<br />

cuisine with an extensive choice<br />

and superb nightly entertainment.<br />

The comfortably furnished en-suite<br />

bedrooms have colour TV,<br />

telephone and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Lift.<br />

PLEASE NOTE THAT SINGLE<br />

ROOMS WILL BE ALLOCATED<br />

CHALET STYLE ROOMS<br />

Signature Rooms – £30 per person<br />

for the break.<br />

DAY 5: We leave the hotel in the<br />

morning and head to Yarmouth for the ferry to Lymington. Arriving back to your<br />

home via our Home Collection Service around mid-day.<br />

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© Flickr – Jeremy Paton<br />

Christmas in Canterbury<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 23rd Dec <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Full Board £549<br />

Single Supplement £60<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£549<br />

Surely one of the most special destinations in England at this<br />

time of year. Made famous by Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales,<br />

the city has some of the finest medieval architecture in<br />

England including the magnificent cathedral. Many of the<br />

historic timber framed buildings have been retained with a<br />

web of narrow streets lined with interesting shops, pubs and<br />

a host of cafes, restaurants and coffee shops.<br />

We stayed in the 3* Abbots Barton Hotel last Christmas and are looking<br />

forward to our return visit. It is superbly located only a 10 minute walk<br />

from the centre. Come along and enjoy a full programme of festive<br />

food and entertainment this<br />

Christmas. No washing up<br />

guarantee!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point (approx.<br />

7.30/8.30am) we have comfort stops on<br />

route before arriving at the hotel midafternoon.<br />

Settle in to the hotel with<br />

tea and biscuits and entertainment from<br />

the pianist. Before dinner, head for the<br />

Westfield Bar for a Mulled Wine.<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: The hotel host a full<br />

programme of events including live<br />

entertainment, quizzes and<br />

competitions during your stay.<br />

Your Full Board Christmas includes<br />

all meals from dinner on day one<br />

plus much more besides including a<br />

Champagne Cocktail Reception, Tea &<br />

Christmas cake, Mulled wine and mince<br />

pies. Christmas Day includes a Bucks<br />

Fizz breakfast, a full Christmas Lunch<br />

with all the trimmings, The Queens<br />

Speech in the Fountain Restaurant Bar<br />

with a light finger buffet in the evening.<br />

The full itinerary will be available before<br />

departure but will allow for free time for<br />

you to explore the town. Your driver will<br />

also arrange for an excursion out during<br />

your stay – included.<br />

Abbots Barton Hotel HHH<br />

With an excellent location only a<br />

15 minute walk to the cathedral this<br />

3* hotel is an impressive building<br />

built in 1830 with a Victorian Gothic<br />

style and lawned gardens. Inside the<br />

hotel is decorated in a traditional<br />

style with wood features and quality<br />

furnishings. With comfortable public<br />

areas you can relax in the Westfield<br />

Bar and enjoy the view from the<br />

adjoining Garden Room and Library.<br />

The hotel will be beautifully dressed<br />

for Christmas and has a full<br />

programme of events to enjoy.<br />

The stylish Fountain Restaurant has<br />

been awarded an AA Rosette for<br />

culinary excellence and will serve a<br />

range of festive dinners and buffets<br />

during our stay.<br />

All the hotel bedrooms are<br />

comfortably furnished with en-suite<br />

bathroom and large televisions,<br />

hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities,<br />

phone and free Wi-Fi. Lift to all<br />

floors. Room upgrades available.<br />

Please bring a small wrapped present for<br />

the Christmas Tree, the presents will be<br />

raffled during the holiday. Dress code –<br />

Dress to impress for dinner on Christmas Eve and lunch on Christmas Day.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave the hotel and head home. Comfort stops taken<br />

on route before returning to the local area around 3.30/4.30pm.<br />

Christmas in Eastbourne<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£549<br />

Enjoy a relaxing Christmas Break away at the excellent<br />

3* York House Hotel on the seafront.<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers, Eastbourne<br />

is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a fine array of facilities<br />

for tourists. There is a lovely level promenade, attractive gardens,<br />

a splendid Victorian pier, theatres, an art gallery and excellent<br />

shopping and cafes where you can watch the world go by – a great<br />

base for a relaxing and fun Christmas away from it all. We are delighted<br />

to be staying at the excellent 3* York House Hotel which has proved so<br />

popular with our customers. Come along for some fun with festive daily<br />

entertainment and great food!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 23rd Dec <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Full Board £549<br />

Single Supplement £60<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point (approx.<br />

8.00/9.00am) we have comfort stops<br />

on route before arriving at the hotel<br />

mid-afternoon. Settle in to the hotel<br />

with tea and biscuits and entertainment<br />

from the pianist. Before dinner, head for<br />

the Verandah Bar for a Mulled Wine.<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: During your Christmas<br />

away the hotel has a full programme<br />

of events including live entertainment,<br />

quizzes and competitions. Your Full<br />

Board Christmas includes all meals<br />

from dinner on day one plus much<br />

more besides including a Champagne<br />

Cocktail Reception, Tea & Christmas<br />

cake, Mulled wine and mince pies.<br />

Christmas Day includes a Bucks Fizz<br />

breakfast, a full Christmas Lunch with<br />

all the trimmings, The Queens Speech<br />

in the Verandah Bar with a light finger<br />

buffet in the evening. The full itinerary<br />

will be available before departure but<br />

will allow for free time for you to<br />

explore the town. Your driver will also<br />

arrange for an excursion out during<br />

your stay – included.<br />

Please bring a small wrapped present<br />

for the Christmas Tree, the presents<br />

will be raffled during the holiday.<br />

Dress code – Dress to impress for<br />

dinner on Christmas Eve and lunch<br />

on Christmas Day.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave the<br />

hotel and head home. Comfort stops<br />

taken on route before returning to the<br />

local area around 2.30/3.30pm.<br />

York House Hotel HHH<br />

Situated directly on Eastbourne’s<br />

seafront the 3* York House Hotel is<br />

an elegant Victorian building in a<br />

lovely position only a 10 minutes<br />

walk from Eastbourne town centre<br />

and the pier. The hotel has 85 well<br />

appointed standard and superior<br />

guest rooms, many offering<br />

panoramic sea views all with<br />

free Wi-Fi. The stylish Verandah<br />

Restaurant serves a delicious<br />

3 course dinner with choice of<br />

menu plus coffee, whilst in the<br />

morning there is an extensive hot<br />

and cold breakfast buffet and a<br />

variety of lunches.<br />

Facilities include an indoor heated<br />

swimming pool and a sun verandah.<br />

All bedrooms have en-suite<br />

bathrooms and have TV, tea &<br />

coffee making facilities and<br />

telephone. Lift to all floors.<br />

Sea View Rooms subject to<br />

availability – extra cost incurred.<br />

EXCELLENT QUALITY HOTEL<br />

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© www.visityork.org<br />

Christmas in York<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 23rd Dec <strong>2018</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast + Christmas Lunch £499<br />

Single Supplement £89<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£499<br />

Join us at this special time of the year for a lovely Christmas<br />

in York.<br />

Few cities rival the historic splendour of York with Christmas Time a<br />

particular highlight on the calendar. Steeped in history spanning 2000<br />

years, York is a compact walled riverside city home to world-class<br />

attractions. We stay within the medieval city walls allowing you time<br />

to explore the historic centre, with its lovely waterfront and cobbled<br />

streets. The city’s medieval centre adds an authenticity to the Christmas<br />

celebrations so come along and soak up the atmosphere. York is foody<br />

heaven, and a great place to go out and relax in one of the coffee<br />

shops or traditional taverns. The hotel offers a slightly more laid back<br />

Christmas Break including some live entertainment in the evenings but<br />

there is plenty more on offer on the<br />

doorstep if you wish to explore.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point (approx.<br />

7.30/8.00am) we have comfort stops<br />

on route before arriving at the hotel<br />

late afternoon. Settle in to the hotel<br />

with a welcome drink before your<br />

3 course evening meal followed by<br />

some live entertainment.<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: During your Christmas<br />

Break in York most of your time will be<br />

free for you to enjoy this remarkable<br />

city and to relax in the comfort of the<br />

hotel. Don’t miss The Shambles,<br />

perhaps the most picturesque street in<br />

England complete with overhanging<br />

timber-framed houses and traditional<br />

shopfronts. York Minster, one of the<br />

largest cathedrals in Northern Europe<br />

is also on the must do list. On every<br />

evening of our stay there will be<br />

entertainment which may be a live<br />

singer or musician, a festive quiz or<br />

game of Bingo. Full details will be<br />

available closer to departure. The food<br />

is excellent at the hotel. Look forward<br />

to a superb Christmas Day Lunch with<br />

all the trimmings and 3 course evening<br />

dinners plus Full English Breakfasts (if<br />

you can manage it all!!)<br />

Your driver will also arrange for an<br />

excursion out of the city during your<br />

stay – included.<br />

Queens Hotel<br />

We have been taking groups to<br />

The Queens for many years.<br />

Ideally situated on the banks of the<br />

River Ouse in the heart of the city,<br />

the hotel has been one of our most<br />

popular locations. Just a short stroll<br />

over the river and your York<br />

discovery begins with all the major<br />

tourist attractions within a 15 minute<br />

walk – many much closer. The hotel<br />

has a Riverside Bar & Lounge,<br />

perfect for relaxing before your<br />

3 course dinner in the restaurant<br />

with choice of menu. Good standard<br />

of food at The Queens.<br />

Over the last few years many<br />

improvements have been made<br />

with standards raised in the<br />

bedrooms and public areas.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with power shower, tea/coffee<br />

making facilities, colour television,<br />

hairdryer and direct dial telephone.<br />

Lift to all floors.<br />

GUARANTEED RIVER VIEW<br />

ROOMS – £40 PER ROOM –<br />

2 SHARING ONLY<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave York<br />

and head home. Comfort stops taken on route before returning to the local area<br />

around 4.00/5.00pm.<br />

North Devon Super Value<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£135<br />

Unbelievable value 4 day winter break to the lovely town<br />

of Bideford set in the beautifully dramatic scenery of<br />

North Devon.<br />

Nestled alongside the River Torridge, the ancient market town and port<br />

of Bideford is a delightful setting for a break away. Once Britain’s third<br />

largest port, Bideford is a thriving shopping centre with an historic<br />

Pannier Market and many antique shops and cafes amongst the narrow<br />

backstreets and alleyways that lead up from the quay.<br />

This beautiful area is dotted with many historic towns and villages.<br />

We are delighted to be returning to the Durrant House Hotel for this<br />

fun break offered at such an amazing price. The 3* Durrant House, is<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 11th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £135<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

located on the outskirts of<br />

Bideford overlooking the estuary<br />

and offers comfortable<br />

accommodation and<br />

entertainment. Book early to<br />

avoid disappointment – we even<br />

include excursions!<br />

VERY POPULAR – AMAZING<br />

VALUE!!! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE<br />

YOUR PLACE<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Departing your local pick-up<br />

point around 8.00/9.00am, we travel<br />

to Bideford with comfort stops as<br />

required including a lunch stop.<br />

We arrive at our hotel mid afternoon<br />

with time to settle in to your room<br />

before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy a full English breakfast<br />

before we board the coach and enjoy<br />

some time in the centre of Bideford<br />

to explore the shops and river front.<br />

We continue to historic Barnstaple<br />

with a chance to explore the famous<br />

Pannier Market before returning to<br />

the hotel.<br />

DAY 3: Today we have a mystery<br />

excursion in the local area. Where will<br />

it be?<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, after breakfast we leave<br />

Bideford and head home. We have an<br />

extended lunch stop at the excellent<br />

Clark’s Village shopping centre before<br />

arriving back in the local area around<br />

3.00pm.<br />

Durrant House Hotel HHH<br />

We are delighted to be staying at<br />

this 3* rated hotel situated on the<br />

outskirts of Bideford with beautiful<br />

views over the Torridge Valley and<br />

offering outstanding value for<br />

money.<br />

The comfortable bedrooms have<br />

en-suite bathrooms and facilities<br />

include tea/coffee making facilities,<br />

clock radio, hairdryer, colour TV<br />

and iron. The hotel offers excellent<br />

facilities with a comfortable lounge<br />

and entertainment during our stay.<br />

Why not enjoy a drink in the<br />

Appledore Bar before taking your<br />

seat in the elegant Olive Restaurant<br />

for your 3 course evening meal. In<br />

the morning choose from a<br />

continental buffet or a cooked<br />

breakfast.<br />

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout<br />

the hotel and there is also a Reading<br />

Room which is perfect for relaxing.<br />

The R&R Spa is located onsite and<br />

offers a range of hair and beauty<br />

treatments. Passenger lift to all<br />

floors.<br />

TOP VALUE AND HIGHLY<br />

RECOMMENDED<br />

VISIT US www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk 17<br />

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Warner – 3* Alvaston Hall Hotel<br />

Warner Leisure Adult only Hotels and Resorts have become<br />

one of the most popular choices for a UK breakaway with<br />

our customers at any time of year. Quality accommodation,<br />

lovely locations, delicious food and excellent entertainment<br />

and leisure facilities.<br />

A Grade II listed Victorian property, Alvaston Hall is a half-timbered<br />

country house that’s the perfect place to relax, or use as a base for<br />

exploring the local area. Located just five minutes from the Cheshire<br />

riverside town of Nantwich, this wonderful hotel delivers a memorable<br />

experience with its well-kept gardens and impressive historical features.<br />

Having undergone considerable redevelopment and improvement over<br />

the last few years you may choose to upgrade to some of the new<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 14th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £215<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£215<br />

accommodation. Plenty of leisure<br />

activities in the day whilst in the<br />

evening The Grove is a splendid<br />

Cabaret Restaurant where the<br />

entertainment comes right to your<br />

table. Please book early!!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being from your local pick<br />

up point around 7.00/8.00am we have<br />

comfort stops as required including a<br />

stop for lunch. Arriving at the hotel<br />

late pm.<br />

DAY 2: Memorable day out today.<br />

We head to Chester where you are<br />

free to discover one of England’s most<br />

historic cities. Renowned for its<br />

impressive city walls and history dating<br />

back to the Romans and beyond,<br />

Chester has a lovely riverside setting and<br />

offers the visitor a huge choice of<br />

experiences. Plenty of time here to enjoy.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure today to relax<br />

and enjoy the many facilities and<br />

activities on offer at the hotel. With so<br />

much on offer you can decide if you<br />

want to try a new activity, stroll around<br />

the grounds, enjoy a round of golf or<br />

just sit and relax in the lounge or on<br />

the terrace with a drink.<br />

DAY 4: In the morning we depart for a<br />

half day excursion in the local area to<br />

enjoy the countryside and visit one of<br />

the historic local towns.<br />

DAY 5: We travel home with comfort<br />

stops on route as required. Returned<br />

to the local area around 4.00pm.<br />

Alvaston Hall Hotel HHH<br />

Set in the Cheshire countryside this<br />

superb Warner complex has<br />

undergone a massive £12.5 million<br />

development making the facilities<br />

and quality even better. There are<br />

the usual superb Warner facilities<br />

including heated indoor pool, sauna<br />

and steam room. You can enjoy a<br />

drink or some lunch in The Fountain<br />

Bar and after dinner enjoy<br />

memorable entertainment in the<br />

Grove Cabaret Restaurant. Around<br />

the hotel there are now beautifully<br />

landscaped gardens with water<br />

features. The comfortably furnished<br />

en-suite bedrooms have TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Lift.<br />

Room upgrades subject to<br />

availability:<br />

Signature room (larger, better<br />

equipped – £25 per person for<br />

break<br />

Royale room (even larger, better<br />

equipped – £50 per person for<br />

break<br />

possibilities in the region.<br />

We are delighted to be<br />

staying at the popular Palm<br />

Court Hotel located close to<br />

the seafront. Come along for<br />

some Winter fun!<br />

Eastbourne Winter Warmer<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£145<br />

Amazing value Winter Break to Eastbourne!<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers,<br />

Eastbourne is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a<br />

fine array of facilities for tourists. There is a lovely level<br />

promenade, attractive gardens, a splendid Victorian pier,<br />

theatres, an art gallery and excellent shopping and cafes<br />

where you can watch the world go by – perfect for a relaxing<br />

break away from it all. The town is surrounded by the<br />

stunning South Downs with a wealth of excursion<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 18th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £145<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point home (approx.<br />

9.30am) we have a stop on route for<br />

lunch before arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time for a stroll. During<br />

our stay at the hotel, dinner is served<br />

in the restaurant with 3 courses and<br />

choice of menu. Subject to minimum<br />

numbers there will also be live<br />

entertainment in the evening.<br />

DAY 2: A free day today for you to relax<br />

around the hotel and explore the town.<br />

The hotel is ideally located on the level<br />

promenade, close to the seafront with<br />

the shops only a short stroll away.<br />

DAY 3: Today we shall have an<br />

excursion along the coast for some<br />

free time in Brighton. One of our most<br />

popular day excursion destinations,<br />

cosmopolitan Brighton has much to<br />

offer the visitor – with museums,<br />

excellent shopping, a wide choice of<br />

eateries plus the impressive new i360<br />

viewing tower.<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, we leave Eastbourne<br />

and head home, stopping in the<br />

historic town of Chichester for lunch<br />

before returning to the local area<br />

around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Palm Court Hotel<br />

This attractive Regency property has<br />

an excellent location in Eastbourne.<br />

The seafront is only 50 yards from the<br />

seafront and the level Promenade<br />

with the famous bandstand nearby.<br />

The town centre shops, cafes and<br />

restaurants are a 10 minute stroll. The<br />

staff and management are excellent<br />

hosts – making for a lovely break<br />

away. There is a separate Lounge or<br />

you can enjoy a drink or bite to eat in<br />

a comfy armchair in the Lounge Bar.<br />

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.<br />

The restaurant serves a classic British<br />

menu with 3 course choice of menu<br />

in the evening and a hot breakfast<br />

served at the table.<br />

The bedrooms are a good size and<br />

offer tea and coffee making facilities,<br />

free toiletries, television, radio,<br />

hairdryer and ironing facilities.<br />

Good quality en-suite bathrooms<br />

with bath or shower.<br />

An excellent hotel – great staff, good<br />

food and clean and comfortable<br />

accommodation.<br />

Passenger lift.<br />

18<br />

TO BOOK &<br />

01425 271111<br />

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3 Days<br />

Only<br />

£109<br />

Babbacombe Winter Warmer<br />

Break up the Winter with this fun short break to<br />

Babbacombe at the friendly family run Hotel de la Mer.<br />

Superb value break.<br />

Situated on the outskirts of Torquay, Babbacombe on the English<br />

Riviera and offers stunning panoramic views over Lyme Bay from its<br />

clifftop promenade. Quieter than Torquay, the town has a good variety<br />

of shops, pubs and cafes. For the energetic, there are footpaths to<br />

Oddicombe and Babbacombe Beaches. Within easy walking the St<br />

Marychurch Shopping precinct offers a variety of shops and cafes and<br />

nearby is the famous Babbacombe Model Village.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 8.00/9.00am<br />

we shall have comfort stops on route as<br />

required before arriving at the hotel<br />

mid-afternoon with time to relax before<br />

dinner. Subject to minimum numbers<br />

there will be some evening<br />

entertainment during our stay.<br />

DAY 2: Today we have a free day in<br />

Torquay. We shall drop you down in<br />

to town in the morning and return later<br />

to collect. The centre of Torquay has<br />

some excellent shopping, cafes and<br />

restaurants with an attractive harbour<br />

area. Enjoy panoramic views of Torbay<br />

from the palm tree lined waterfront,<br />

Princess Pier or the rejuvenated Royal<br />

Terrace Gardens.<br />

DAY 3: We depart the hotel in the<br />

morning and head home, stopping on<br />

route for an extended stop in Exeter.<br />

The city has an historic centre and a<br />

magnificent cathedral to explore<br />

and excellent shopping centres.<br />

We continue home – arriving back in<br />

the local area around 3.30/4.30pm.<br />

Hotel de la Mer<br />

We are delighted to be staying at<br />

this hotel again. It offers a genuine<br />

welcome from the Tillen family and<br />

is only 100m from the Cliff Railway<br />

and promenade. This 27 bedroom<br />

hotel enjoys an intimate atmosphere<br />

with a comfortable lounge and bar<br />

and friendly staff offering excellent<br />

customer service.<br />

The hotel is very proud of its food –<br />

fresh ingredients, locally sourced.<br />

There is a choice of menu for you to<br />

taste the difference! All bedrooms<br />

are comfortably furnished with ensuite<br />

bathrooms and TV, hairdryer<br />

and tea/coffee making. No lift –<br />

Ground floor rooms available but<br />

please book early!<br />

EXCELLENT FOOD & PLENTY<br />

OF IT!!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sat 19th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 3 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £109<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

© www.geograph.org.uk – Roger A Smith<br />

North Devon Super Value<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£135<br />

Unbelievable value 4 day winter break to the lovely town of<br />

Bideford set in the beautifully dramatic scenery of North<br />

Devon.<br />

Nestled alongside the River Torridge, the ancient market town and port<br />

of Bideford is a delightful setting for a break away. Once Britain’s third<br />

largest port, Bideford is a thriving shopping centre with an historic<br />

Pannier Market and many antique shops and cafes amongst the narrow<br />

backstreets and alleyways that lead up from the quay.<br />

This beautiful area is dotted with many historic towns and villages.<br />

We are delighted to be returning to the Durrant House Hotel for this<br />

fun break offered at such an amazing price. The 3* Durrant House,<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 25th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £135<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

is located on the outskirts of<br />

Bideford overlooking the<br />

estuary and offers comfortable<br />

accommodation and<br />

entertainment. Book early to<br />

avoid disappointment – we even<br />

include excursions!<br />

VERY POPULAR – AMAZING<br />

VALUE!!! BOOK EARLY TO SECURE<br />

YOUR PLACE<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Departing your local pick-up<br />

point around 8.00/9.00am, we travel<br />

to Bideford with comfort stops as<br />

required including a lunch stop.<br />

We arrive at our hotel mid-afternoon<br />

with time to settle in to your room<br />

before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy a full English breakfast<br />

before we board the coach and enjoy<br />

some time in the centre of Bideford to<br />

explore the shops and river front. We<br />

continue to historic Barnstaple with a<br />

chance to explore the famous Pannier<br />

Market before returning to the hotel.<br />

DAY 3: Today we have a mystery<br />

excursion in the local area. Where will<br />

it be?<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, after breakfast we leave<br />

Bideford and head home. We have an<br />

extended lunch stop at the excellent<br />

Clark’s Village shopping centre before<br />

arriving back in the local area around<br />

3.00pm.<br />

Durrant House Hotel HHH<br />

We are delighted to be staying at<br />

this 3* rated hotel situated on the<br />

outskirts of Bideford with beautiful<br />

views over the Torridge Valley and<br />

offering outstanding value for<br />

money.<br />

The comfortable bedrooms have<br />

en-suite bathrooms and facilities<br />

include tea/coffee making facilities,<br />

clock radio, hairdryer, colour TV and<br />

iron. The hotel offers excellent<br />

facilities with a comfortable lounge<br />

and entertainment during our stay.<br />

Why not enjoy a drink in the<br />

Appledore Bar before taking your<br />

seat in the elegant Olive Restaurant<br />

for your 3 course evening meal. In<br />

the morning choose from a<br />

continental buffet or a cooked<br />

breakfast.<br />

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout<br />

the hotel and there is also a Reading<br />

Room which is perfect for relaxing.<br />

The R&R Spa is located onsite and<br />

offers a range of hair and beauty<br />

treatments. Passenger lift to all<br />

floors.<br />

TOP VALUE AND HIGHLY<br />

RECOMMENDED<br />

VISIT US www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk 19<br />

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Torquay Cosy Break<br />

Come along and join our break to one of Britain’s favourite<br />

holiday destinations – on the English Riviera.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it's palm trees, it's easy to<br />

see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times. There is<br />

stunning scenery along the coast road and historic towns are dotted<br />

throughout the region. The traditional harbour and stylish Princess Pier<br />

marina area offer the town a continental atmosphere, with a growing<br />

selection of eateries to sample. Stroll along the attractive waterfront<br />

esplanade to the new Abbey Sands leisure development and enjoy a<br />

drink overlooking Torbay.<br />

We are delighted to be staying at the 3* Headland Hotel which has<br />

been rated so highly on our holiday questionnaires. We take over the<br />

entire hotel for this break!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 25th Jan <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £159<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£159<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Departing your local pick-up<br />

point in the morning (approx. 9.30am),<br />

we travel to Torquay stopping for lunch<br />

in Bridport/West Bay or Otter Nurseries<br />

before arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time to relax in the<br />

hotel before dinner followed by<br />

entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: Today we have a free day in<br />

Torquay. We shall drop you down in to<br />

town in the morning and return later<br />

to collect. The centre of Torquay has<br />

some excellent shopping, cafes and<br />

restaurants with an attractive<br />

waterfront area.<br />

DAY 3: Today we have an excursion<br />

along the edge of Dartmoor to<br />

Plymouth. We will be joined by a<br />

local guide for a coach tour which will<br />

include Plymouth Hoe, Devonport<br />

Naval Dockyard, Brunel’s magnificent<br />

Royal Albert Bridge and the Barbican<br />

area before free time in the city centre.<br />

DAY 4: We head home with a lunch<br />

stop at Otter Nurseries or<br />

Bridport/West Bay. Arriving back in<br />

the local area around 3.30/4.30pm.<br />

Headland Hotel HHH<br />

One of the highest rated 3* Hotels<br />

in Torbay by the AA.<br />

Boasting splendid sea views from<br />

many of the bedrooms, the hotel<br />

stands in two acres of grounds<br />

overlooking Meadfoot Bay. The<br />

hotel has become a firm favourite<br />

with <strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> Holiday<br />

customers over the years and<br />

offers a very good standard of<br />

accommodation and cuisine.<br />

Facilities include a wonderful new<br />

spa & sauna, spacious lounges, bars<br />

and a lovely reception foyer area<br />

where you can relax in leather sofas<br />

with a coffee. All rooms have ensuite<br />

bathroom, TV, Wi-Fi,<br />

Tea/coffee making and hairdryer.<br />

There is superb entertainment every<br />

night in the Hydro Suite Cabaret<br />

ballroom and an elegant restaurant<br />

with a 5 course choice of menu<br />

dinner and Full English Breakfast.<br />

Passenger lift to most rooms.<br />

Sidmouth – 4* Victoria Hotel<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£399<br />

Set in the heart of the World Heritage Coast, the elegant<br />

town of Sidmouth is one of Devon’s oldest resorts.<br />

It’s beautiful Georgian and Regency architecture give<br />

the town an unspoilt and quiet atmosphere, perfect for<br />

a relaxing holiday.<br />

Join us on this luxury holiday to the outstanding 4* Victoria Hotel<br />

overlooking Sidmouth seafront. One of the finest hotels in the South<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 3rd Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £399<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Sea View Supplement £20 per person<br />

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West. Sidmouth, situated on the<br />

World Heritage Jurassic Coast is a<br />

lovely town to visit at any time of<br />

year with a wonderful Esplanade<br />

and an excellent range of<br />

independent shops, cafes and<br />

pubs. A firm favourite on the<br />

calendar.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: Collected from your home<br />

(approx. 8.30/9.30am), with a comfort<br />

stop and lunch stop on route. Arriving<br />

in Sidmouth mid-afternoon with time<br />

to relax before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy a full breakfast in the<br />

restaurant and mid-morning you may<br />

wish to join our excursion as we head<br />

out for a scenic drive of this beautiful<br />

region, stopping for lunch before<br />

heading back to the hotel.<br />

DAY 3: A free day to enjoy Sidmouth<br />

and the comfortable surroundings of<br />

the hotel – relax and unwind.<br />

DAY 4: Mid morning we depart for<br />

Exeter. Much to see in this historic city<br />

which has some lovely historic buildings<br />

around the impressive cathedral<br />

coupled with excellent shopping in<br />

the new Princesshay shopping centre.<br />

Returning to the hotel for dinner.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave the<br />

hotel and head home with a comfort<br />

stop on route. Dropped back to your<br />

home around 12.30/1.30pm by our<br />

service.<br />

Victoria Hotel HHHH<br />

Part of the renowned and respected<br />

Brend Hotels group The Victoria<br />

occupies a commanding position<br />

on the seafront in Sidmouth with<br />

wonderful views along this striking<br />

coastline. This fine hotel is<br />

decorated in a traditional style with<br />

quality furnishings giving a homely<br />

atmosphere – this is a holiday<br />

where you can relax and enjoy your<br />

surroundings. Relax in a comfy sofa<br />

in the Sun Lounge and enjoy the<br />

delightful views along Sidmouth<br />

Esplanade.<br />

The beautifully decorated luxury<br />

bedrooms are fully equipped, with<br />

en-suite bathroom, flat screen TV,<br />

telephone and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities.<br />

In the evening your delicious 3<br />

course dinner, with choice of menu<br />

will be served in the refined Jubilee<br />

Restaurant. Gentlemen are required<br />

to wear a jacket and tie –<br />

a statement for the quality of this<br />

hotel. The hotel boasts superb Spa<br />

facilities with spa pool, sauna and a<br />

heated swimming pool.<br />

You can expect the highest standard<br />

of service from the attentive hotel<br />

staff. Passenger lift.<br />

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Warner –<br />

3* Bembridge Coast Hotel<br />

Warner Leisure Adult only Hotels and Resorts have become<br />

one of the most popular choices for a UK breakaway with<br />

our customers at any time of year. Quality accommodation,<br />

lovely locations, delicious food and excellent entertainment<br />

and leisure facilities.<br />

Probably our most popular Warner adults-only destination, Bembridge<br />

Coast Hotel on the Isle of Wight, is set in magnificent grounds with<br />

breathtaking sea views over the Solent. Enjoy walks around the formal<br />

Spanish garden and the idyllic secluded courtyard. With a combination<br />

of comfort and a relaxing atmosphere, you are bound to feel at ease<br />

during your stay. The Island offers picturesque villages, historic<br />

buildings and beautiful coast and country views.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 4th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 day Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £229<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£229<br />

Winter is a great time for a Warner<br />

Break – enjoy all the comforts of<br />

the hotel at excellent value prices.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point mid-morning we<br />

head for Lymington to board the ferry<br />

to Yarmouth. We head straight for the<br />

hotel, arriving at lunchtime so you can<br />

find somewhere in the hotel for lunch<br />

and settle in to your room or perhaps<br />

make use of the leisure facilities on<br />

offer. This evening enjoy delicious<br />

dinner followed by West End style live<br />

entertainment.<br />

DAYS 2 TO 4: During your stay at<br />

Bembridge you are free to make the<br />

most of your time. During the day try<br />

your skills at rifle shooting, archery or<br />

bowls, relax in the pool and take a<br />

meal in the restaurant.<br />

Your driver will organise two half day<br />

excursions for you whilst you are away,<br />

leaving the rest of your time free to<br />

enjoy and experience your lovely<br />

surroundings and the many activities on<br />

offer – not forgetting the entertainment<br />

and delicious 3 course dinner with<br />

choice of menu!<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave the<br />

hotel and head back to Yarmouth for<br />

the late morning crossing back to<br />

Lymington being dropped back to<br />

your pick up point around lunchtime.<br />

Bembridge Coast Hotel HHH<br />

Situated on the Isle of Wight, this lovely<br />

hotel is set in 23 acres of grounds leading<br />

down to the sea with marvellous views.<br />

Stroll around the landscaped grounds<br />

including the Spanish Gardens. Relax in<br />

the indoor heated swimming pool with a<br />

steam room and sauna. Beauty treatments<br />

including facials, massages and more are<br />

also available.<br />

The Four Tides Restaurant has a relaxing<br />

atmosphere with plenty of choice –<br />

choose from the menu or the full buffet or<br />

carvery – always a highlight of a Warner<br />

Break. After dinner, head to the Solent<br />

Lounge Bar and take a seat as the<br />

entertainment begins with comedians,<br />

team shows, acts and plenty of music!<br />

All rooms are generous in size and<br />

decorated in a modern and contemporary<br />

style to a very high standard. Many rooms<br />

have patio or balcony – supplements<br />

apply. The bathrooms are modern and<br />

bright – some with baths and some with<br />

walk-in showers. Room facilities include a<br />

large television and tea and coffee making<br />

facilities. Lifts.<br />

PLEASE NOTE THAT SINGLE<br />

ROOMS WILL BE ALLOCATED<br />

CHALET STYLE ROOMS<br />

Room upgrades subject to availability:<br />

Signature room (larger, better equipped –<br />

£25 per person for the break)<br />

Royale room (even larger, better<br />

equipped – £50 per person for the break)<br />

Eastbourne Winter Warmer<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£149<br />

Amazing value Winter Break to Eastbourne!<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers, Eastbourne<br />

is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a fine array of facilities for<br />

tourists. There is a lovely level promenade, attractive gardens,<br />

a splendid Victorian pier, theatres, an art gallery and excellent<br />

shopping and cafes where you can watch the world go by – perfect<br />

for a relaxing break away from it all. The town is surrounded by the<br />

stunning South Downs with a wealth of excursion possibilities in the<br />

region. We are delighted to be staying at the popular Palm Court Hotel<br />

located close to the seafront. Come along for some Winter fun!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 8th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £149<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point home<br />

(approx. 9.30am) we have a stop on<br />

route for lunch before arriving at the<br />

hotel mid-afternoon with time for a<br />

stroll. During our stay at the hotel,<br />

dinner is served in the restaurant<br />

with 3 courses and choice of menu.<br />

Subject to minimum numbers there<br />

will also be live entertainment in the<br />

evening.<br />

DAY 2: In the morning we head for<br />

the delightful medieval town of Rye.<br />

Time to explore the medieval<br />

streets and buildings and find<br />

somewhere for a coffee before we<br />

head on to Hastings. Head for the<br />

Old Town and explore the narrow<br />

lanes lined with a lovely selection<br />

of shops and cafes, stay in the<br />

main shopping area or stroll along<br />

the seafront.<br />

DAY 3: Time for you to relax<br />

around the hotel and explore the<br />

town. The hotel is ideally located on<br />

the level promenade, close to the<br />

seafront with the shops only a short<br />

stroll away. In the afternoon we will<br />

head out for a short scenic drive.<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, we leave Eastbourne<br />

and head home, stopping in the<br />

historic town of Chichester for lunch<br />

before returning to the local area<br />

around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Palm Court Hotel<br />

This attractive Regency property has<br />

an excellent location in Eastbourne.<br />

The seafront is only 50 yards from the<br />

seafront and the level Promenade<br />

with the famous bandstand nearby.<br />

The town centre shops, cafes and<br />

restaurants are a 10 minute stroll. The<br />

staff and management are excellent<br />

hosts – making for a lovely break<br />

away. There is a separate Lounge or<br />

you can enjoy a drink or bite to eat in<br />

a comfy armchair in the Lounge Bar.<br />

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.<br />

The restaurant serves a classic British<br />

menu with 3 course choice of menu<br />

in the evening and a hot breakfast<br />

served at the table.<br />

The bedrooms are a good size and<br />

offer tea and coffee making facilities,<br />

free toiletries, television, radio,<br />

hairdryer and ironing facilities. Good<br />

quality en-suite bathrooms with bath<br />

or shower.<br />

An excellent hotel – great staff, good<br />

food and clean and comfortable<br />

accommodation.<br />

Passenger lift.<br />

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Warner – 3* Sinah Warren Hotel<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£285<br />

Warner Leisure Adult only Hotels and Resorts have become<br />

one of the most popular choices for a UK breakaway with<br />

our customers at any time of year. Quality accommodation,<br />

lovely locations, delicious food and excellent entertainment<br />

and leisure facilities.<br />

Always a highly requested destination, the Sinah Warren hotel complex<br />

is beautifully located overlooking Langstone Harbour on Hayling Island<br />

in Hampshire. It’s close enough for the journey to be easy and far<br />

enough away to feel like a proper break. There is so much to enjoy at<br />

the hotel. Enjoy the sea air with lovely walks along the beach and<br />

facilities around the grounds. In the hotel complex there is the usual<br />

high standard of attractions including heated swimming pool and Spa,<br />

Sauna & Steam room, health & beauty therapies, snooker.... In the<br />

evening, after your delicious evening meal, there will be live<br />

entertainment in the Late Lounge.<br />

Winter is a great time for a Warner Break – enjoy all the comforts of the<br />

hotel at excellent value prices.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your home around 8.30/9.30am we have a<br />

short comfort stop on route before continuing to Hayling Island – arriving at the<br />

hotel at lunchtime with plenty of time to settle in to the hotel. You may like to<br />

take a stroll along the shore before enjoying your evening 3 course dinner<br />

followed by live entertainment.<br />

DAY 2: Late morning we board the coach and enjoy the drive to Worthing.<br />

It’s a popular destination with our day trippers with an excellent selection of<br />

shops, cafes and restaurants. Returning to the hotel mid-afternoon.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure for you to enjoy the grounds and facilities of the hotel.<br />

Sinah Warren Hotel HHH<br />

Beautifully located on the tip of<br />

Langstone Harbour on Hampshire’s<br />

Hayling Island, Sinah has a loyal following<br />

with our customers. Warner have spent<br />

millions on the hotel in recent years<br />

bringing the hotel complex up to an<br />

excellent standard. Originally the site of a<br />

health farm, and you can see why as the<br />

buildings nestle amongst the pine trees<br />

with flat grounds that stretch down to the<br />

waterfront. Great location to relax and stroll around the gardens plus there is a<br />

host of activities on offer. Activities do vary depending on when you visit but<br />

include Archery and rifle shooting, Nordic walking, cycling, bowls, skittles and<br />

croquet. In the leisure centre there is a large swimming pool with a steam room<br />

and sauna. Beauty treatments including facials, massages and Salon Spa Beauty<br />

Treatments.<br />

Live evening entertainment is in the revamped Late Lounge with state of the<br />

art lighting and sound to enhance your experience. The Driftwood Restaurant<br />

is modern and airy with plenty of choice – choose from the menu or the full<br />

buffet or carvery – always a highlight of a Warner Break.<br />

There are four room types; Standard, Signature, Royale and Garden Chalets.<br />

All rooms are generous in size and decorated in a modern and contemporary<br />

style to a very high standard. Many rooms have patio or balcony – supplements<br />

apply. The bathrooms are modern and bright – some with baths and some with<br />

walk-in showers. Room facilities include a large television and tea and coffee<br />

making facilities. Lifts.<br />

PLEASE NOTE – SINGLES WILL BE ALLOCATED CHALET STYLE ROOMS.<br />

Room upgrades subject to availability:<br />

Signature room (larger, better equipped – From £30 per person for the break<br />

Royale room (even larger, better equipped – From £50 per person for the break<br />

DAY 4: After breakfast we depart for an excursion enjoying a lovely scenic drive<br />

across the South Downs with a stop in Midhurst before continuing to the historic<br />

town of Chichester. This delightful town is easy to explore with good shopping,<br />

parks and gardens plus of course the magnificent cathedral. Returning to the<br />

hotel mid-pm.<br />

DAY 5: We leave the hotel in the morning and head straight home – arriving back<br />

in the local area around lunchtime and returned to your home by our service.<br />

©VisitBritain – Simon Kreitem<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 11th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £285<br />

Single Supplement £nil Home Collection<br />

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Cornwall Cosy Break<br />

It can be a wonderful time of year to visit Cornwall and see<br />

her in all her rugged beauty. Join us on this cosy Winter<br />

Warmer package to the excellent quality 3* Rosemundy<br />

Hotel, tucked away in the Cornish village of St Agnes.<br />

For the more adventurous, there are plenty of walking paths<br />

in the area with the sea not too far away. But the hotel also<br />

has cosy lounges where you can relax and enjoy the gardens<br />

from the comfort of inside! We also have excursions out from<br />

the hotel every day. A lovely relaxing break – very much<br />

enjoyed by our customers on previous stays.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 15th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £249<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£249<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around<br />

8.00am we have refreshment stops as<br />

required before arriving in St Agnes<br />

late afternoon with time to settle in<br />

before dinner.<br />

During our stay at the hotel we have<br />

some extras included – a sherry<br />

reception, a delicious afternoon cream<br />

tea and a glass of wine with dinner on<br />

the last night.<br />

DAYS 2 to 4: Rather than restrict the<br />

itinerary to days we will rearrange the<br />

destinations to make the best of the<br />

weather conditions. Despite the season,<br />

Cornwall does not shut up shop and<br />

there is plenty to see all without the<br />

hustle and bustle of the Summer<br />

queues.<br />

Your driver will confirm the itinerary<br />

when you are away. We shall have visits<br />

to some local towns which may include<br />

Truro, Padstow, St Ives or Falmouth.<br />

We will also try to include visits to some<br />

indoor attractions which may include an<br />

extra charge for entrance – these will be<br />

modest. Should the weather allow we<br />

hope to visit one of the many gardens<br />

of Cornwall to see the early flowering<br />

Spring bulbs. Wherever we go, relax<br />

and enjoy the beautiful Cornish<br />

landscape.<br />

DAY 5: We head home this morning,<br />

with refreshment stops including a main<br />

stop for lunch before arriving back in<br />

the local area around 5.00pm.<br />

Rosemundy Hotel HHH<br />

This family run hotel is set in four<br />

acres of gardens only 100 yards from<br />

the centre of the unspoilt village of<br />

St Agnes in Cornwall. The hotel<br />

offers a chance to relax and recharge<br />

with a peaceful friendly atmosphere<br />

and comfortable lounges to enjoy a<br />

cup of tea in. The personal attention<br />

of the management and staff at the<br />

hotel is excellent – they really want<br />

you to enjoy your stay.<br />

Enjoy a drink in Tom Noggi’s Bar<br />

before dinner which is served in<br />

the elegant restaurant. The food is<br />

highly rated with our customers –<br />

there is a choice of menu with the<br />

accent on local fresh ingredients.<br />

All the hotel bedrooms are<br />

comfortably furnished with en-suite<br />

private bathrooms, Colour TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. No lift but ground floor<br />

rooms available – remainder on<br />

1st floor.<br />

RELAXING BREAK<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around<br />

9.00/9.30am we have a stop for lunch<br />

on route before arriving at the hotel<br />

late afternoon. Time to settle in to the<br />

hotel before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: In the morning we have an<br />

excursion to the ancient town of<br />

Hereford which lies on the banks of<br />

the River Wye. This historic town<br />

offers culture and shopping, a<br />

magnificent Norman cathedral and<br />

plenty of cafes and pubs to relax and<br />

enjoy a drink.<br />

DAY 3: A lovely excursion today with<br />

stunning scenery as we head in to the<br />

Brecon Beacons – subject to weather.<br />

One of the most beautiful regions in<br />

the UK, the Brecon Beacons National<br />

Park offers spectacular panoramic<br />

views, wide valleys and mountains<br />

including Pen Y Fan. We stop for time<br />

in the town of Brecon before<br />

returning to the hotel.<br />

DAY 4: A day at leisure today to<br />

relax and enjoy the many facilities<br />

and activities on offer at the hotel.<br />

There are wonderful grounds to stroll<br />

around, lovely lounges to relax in or<br />

maybe enjoy a Spa Treatment as a<br />

treat!<br />

DAY 5: We travel home with comfort<br />

stops on route as required. Returned<br />

to your local pick up point around<br />

3.30/4.30pm.<br />

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Warner – 4* Holme Lacy Hotel<br />

Warner Leisure Adult only Hotels and Resorts have become<br />

one of the most popular choices for a UK breakaway with<br />

our customers at any time of year. Quality accommodation,<br />

lovely locations, delicious food and excellent entertainment<br />

and leisure facilities.<br />

Set in the idyllic Wye Valley of Hereford, the AA 4* Holme Lacy Hotel<br />

has proved to be one of our most popular Warner Hotel destinations.<br />

The superb Grade I listed mansion is at the heart of a wonderful<br />

English country estate complete with acres of stunning landscaped<br />

parkland, beautiful gardens and picturesque lake. The surrounding area<br />

provides some great excursion destinations. Please book early to<br />

secure your place. Winter is a great time for a Warner Break – enjoy all<br />

the comforts of the hotel at excellent value prices.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 18th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £285<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£285<br />

Holme Lacy Hotel HHHH<br />

A firm favourite with Warner<br />

customers, this beautiful Georgian<br />

Mansion has a majestic sweeping<br />

staircase, ornate carvings and grand<br />

drawing rooms.<br />

With a rural location in Herefordshire,<br />

the hotel is surrounded by magnificent<br />

lawns and gardens leading down to<br />

the lake. There are the usual superb<br />

Warner facilities including heated<br />

indoor pool, sauna and steam room.<br />

Enjoy a drink or cup of coffee in the<br />

terrace bar & coffee shop and there<br />

will, of course, be the quality live<br />

nightly Warner entertainment.<br />

All rooms are the usual Warner<br />

standard – generous in size and<br />

decorated in a modern and<br />

contemporary style to a very high<br />

standard. The bathrooms are modern<br />

and bright – some with baths and<br />

some with walk-in showers. Room<br />

facilities include a large television and<br />

tea and coffee making facilities. Lifts.<br />

Room upgrades subject to availability:<br />

Signature room (larger, better<br />

equipped – From £30 per person for<br />

the break<br />

Royale room (even larger, better<br />

equipped – From £50 per person for<br />

the break<br />

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Museum and its easy to see why<br />

many of our customers choose to<br />

spend all their time in the city!<br />

York – if you haven’t been – go.<br />

Historic York & Harrogate<br />

Few cities rival the historic splendour of York and it is no<br />

wonder that it is one of our top selling destinations. Steeped<br />

in history spanning 2000 years, York is a compact walled<br />

riverside city home to world-class attractions including the<br />

stunning York Minster.<br />

We stay within the medieval city walls allowing you time to explore the<br />

historic centre and its many attractions and cobbled streets lined with<br />

interesting and original shops. Don’t miss The Shambles, perhaps the<br />

most picturesque streets in England complete with overhanging<br />

timber-framed houses and traditional shopfronts. York Minster, one of<br />

the largest cathedrals in Northern Europe is also on the must do list.<br />

In fact, add the excellent Jorvik Viking Centre and National Railway<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 18th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £249<br />

Single Supplement £89<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£249<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point (approx.<br />

7.30/8.00am) we have comfort stops on<br />

route before arriving at the hotel late<br />

afternoon. Settle in to the hotel before<br />

your 3 course evening meal followed<br />

by tea and coffee.<br />

DAY 2: After breakfast we have<br />

arranged for a leisurely walking tour<br />

of the city centre which a local guide.<br />

The remainder of the day is at leisure<br />

for you to take advantage of the<br />

position of the hotel and visit some<br />

of the attractions of York. There is so<br />

much to see – York Minster, walk the<br />

city walls, visit a museum, art gallery<br />

or just relax in a café bar and enjoy<br />

the atmosphere.<br />

DAY 3: After breakfast we head off for a<br />

morning visit to Harrogate. One of our<br />

most popular excursion destinations –<br />

this Victorian Spa Town is a touch of<br />

class with its delightful architecture,<br />

shopping arcades and parks.<br />

Returning to York early afternoon.<br />

DAY 4: A free day today for you to<br />

explore York at your leisure and enjoy<br />

the comforts of the hotel.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we leave York<br />

and head home. Comfort stops taken<br />

on route before returning to the local<br />

area around 4.00/5.00pm.<br />

Queens Hotel<br />

We have been taking groups to<br />

The Queens for many years.<br />

Ideally situated on the banks of the<br />

River Ouse in the heart of the city,<br />

the hotel has been one of our most<br />

popular locations. Just a short stroll<br />

over the river and your York<br />

discovery begins with all the major<br />

tourist attractions within a 15 minute<br />

walk – many much closer. The hotel<br />

has a Riverside Bar & Lounge,<br />

perfect for relaxing before your 3<br />

course dinner in the restaurant with<br />

choice of menu. Good standard of<br />

food at The Queens.<br />

Over the last few years many<br />

improvements have been made with<br />

standards raised in the bedrooms<br />

and public areas. All rooms have<br />

en-suite bathrooms with power<br />

shower, tea/coffee making facilities,<br />

colour television, hairdryer and direct<br />

dial telephone. Lift to all floors.<br />

GUARANTEED RIVER VIEW<br />

ROOMS – £40 PER ROOM –<br />

2 SHARING ONLY<br />

This special Cosy Break includes<br />

fine dining six-course dinners, a<br />

welcome drink with treats, a drinks<br />

reception on the first night and<br />

games plus nightly entertainment.<br />

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Torquay Cosy Break –<br />

4* Belgrave Sands<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£199<br />

Take some time out to relax and unwind with this special<br />

Winter Break to Torquay staying at the superb 4* Belgrave<br />

Sands Hotel.<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it's palm trees, it's easy to<br />

see why Torquay has attracted visitors since Victorian times. There is<br />

stunning scenery along the coast road and historic towns are dotted<br />

throughout the region. The traditional harbour and stylish Princess Pier<br />

marina area offer the town a continental atmosphere, with a growing<br />

selection of eateries to sample.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 22nd Feb <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £199<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around<br />

9.00am we have comfort stops as<br />

required before arriving at the hotel<br />

mid-afternoon. On arrival we have a<br />

welcome drink with nibbles and<br />

before your 6 course dinner there<br />

will be a drinks reception.<br />

DAY 2: Enjoy a full breakfast in the<br />

restaurant before we head out for an<br />

excursion. We visit the lovely town of<br />

Totnes. Nestling alongside the River<br />

Dart, this charming market town dates<br />

back to Saxon times and has a wide<br />

variety of shops giving the town a<br />

lovely atmosphere. Afterwards we<br />

head to Buckfast Abbey with time<br />

to enjoy the tranquil surroundings<br />

of this unique attraction.<br />

DAY 3: A free day for you to relax<br />

around Torquay and enjoy the<br />

facilities and surroundings of the<br />

hotel. You may like to make full use<br />

of the hotels Spa facilities including<br />

Gym, Sauna, Steam Room, Pool &<br />

Beauty Treatment Room. Extra<br />

charges may apply.<br />

DAY 4: We head home with a stop for<br />

lunch before arriving back to your<br />

local drop off point around 3.00pm.<br />

Belgrave Sands Hotel HHHH<br />

Quite outstanding! The Belgrave<br />

Sands has proven to be a huge hit<br />

with our customers occupying an<br />

excellent position in the centre of<br />

Torquay opposite Abbey Gardens.<br />

It’s only a 2 minute walk to the<br />

seafront with a 10 minute level walk<br />

to the town centre. The new Abbey<br />

Crescent complex is just around the<br />

corner where you can enjoy a coffee<br />

or lunch in one of the restaurants<br />

overlooking the Bay.<br />

The multi million pound<br />

refurbishment programme includes<br />

new bathrooms, bar and public<br />

areas and has transformed the hotel<br />

in to a high-spec modern<br />

environment. There will be nightly<br />

entertainment, a dance floor plus<br />

you can indulge yourself in the<br />

brand new Spa! All rooms will have<br />

en-suite bathroom, TV, tea/coffee<br />

making and hairdryer. In the new<br />

restaurant you will be treated to a<br />

superb dinner with choice of menu.<br />

Passenger lift.<br />

VERY SPECIAL<br />

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Delightful North Devon<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£329<br />

Lovely holiday with a touch of Brend Hotel luxury at the<br />

Royal & Fortescue Hotel in the centre of Barnstaple.<br />

Lying on the River Taw, Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon<br />

with a history extending back to King Aethelstan. Once a major port,<br />

Barnstaple is a thriving market town with a partly pedestrianised<br />

centre, historic buildings, charming streets and alleys and a traditional<br />

Pannier Market. The dramatic, rugged coastline of the North Devon<br />

Coast, where the cliffs seem to dive in to the sea is quite stunning and<br />

on a clear day you can see over to South Wales. The stunning Exmoor<br />

National Park with its spectacular scenery is also close by with a host of<br />

other terrific excursion destinations to explore in the region.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your home around 8.00am, we travel to<br />

Barnstaple with comforts stops as required and a main stop for lunch before<br />

arriving mid/late afternoon with time to relax before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: A day at leisure today. Relax and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the hotel<br />

and take advantage of the central location to explore the town on foot. Plenty<br />

for those interested in history to discover plus some excellent shops and cafes.<br />

DAY 3: Lovely day out with a National Trust property (£10 discount for<br />

members). We head to Arlington Court, a delightful house set in extensive<br />

parkland with lovely gardens including peacocks! Time here to enjoy your<br />

surroundings including the excellent carriage museum – one of the largest<br />

collections in the country. Lovely place and entrance included.<br />

© Flickr - xlibber<br />

DAY 4: Wonderful scenery today.<br />

Mid-morning, we head north to<br />

Ilfracombe, a town which has received a<br />

noticeable boost since the arrival of<br />

artist, Damian Hirst who lives nearby.<br />

His giant 20 metre sculpture, Verity,<br />

has led to several galleries in the town<br />

and restaurants and cafes around the<br />

authentic fishing harbour. Time here for<br />

lunch before heading on to the village<br />

of Dunster, with its famous Yarn Market.<br />

Returning to Barnstaple with views of<br />

Exmoor National Park.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we head home<br />

with a lunch stop on route. Dropped<br />

back to your home around 3.00pm.<br />

Royal & Fortescue Hotel HHH<br />

Part of the renowned and respected<br />

Brend Hotels group, the 3* Royal &<br />

Fortescue Hotel is centrally located in<br />

the town of Barnstaple in North<br />

Devon. Situated on the historic High<br />

Street, this charming Georgian hotel<br />

and former coaching Inn has<br />

maintained it’s sense of history whilst<br />

offering all the benefits and facilities<br />

of a quality modern hotel.<br />

It’s a lovely place to spend time.<br />

Somewhere you can relax and<br />

unwind with a coffee in the gorgeous<br />

lounge bar or head to the stylish<br />

cocktail bar for a drink. Step outside<br />

and close by there is a great choice<br />

of stores and all the attractions of<br />

Barnstaple to explore.<br />

All bedroom are remarkably stylish<br />

and comfortable, with a lovely<br />

contemporary décor and white<br />

modern, bright bathrooms. The<br />

neutral colour scheme and elegant<br />

lighting give the bedroom a soothing<br />

atmosphere that is ideal for a relaxing<br />

holiday. Facilities include free<br />

Wi-Fi, television, luxury toiletries,<br />

tea & coffee making facilities and<br />

hairdryers.<br />

Your delicious 3 course dinner will be<br />

served in the elegant surrounding of<br />

the restaurant – a highlight of your<br />

holiday with choice of menu. In the<br />

morning, choose from an extensive<br />

cold buffet or hot breakfast cooked<br />

to order. Passenger lift.<br />

A BEAUTIFUL HOTEL<br />

© Flickr - Ed Webster<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 24th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £329<br />

Single Supplement £40 Home Collection<br />

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Eastbourne Super Value<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£179<br />

Amazing value Break to Eastbourne!<br />

One of the most popular destinations with our customers, Eastbourne<br />

is a refined Victorian seaside resort offering a fine array of facilities for<br />

tourists. There is a lovely level promenade, attractive gardens, a<br />

splendid Victorian pier, theatres, an art gallery and excellent shopping<br />

and cafes where you can watch the world go by – perfect for a relaxing<br />

break away from it all. The town is surrounded by the stunning South<br />

Downs with a wealth of excursion possibilities in the region. We are<br />

delighted to be staying at the popular Palm Court Hotel located close<br />

to the seafront. Come along for some fun!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your local pick up point home (approx.<br />

9.30am) we have a stop on route for lunch before arriving at the hotel midafternoon<br />

with time for a stroll. During our stay at the hotel, dinner is served in<br />

the restaurant with 3 courses and choice of menu. Subject to minimum numbers<br />

there will also be live entertainment in the evening.<br />

DAY 2: In the morning we head for the delightful medieval town of Rye. Time to<br />

explore the medieval streets and buildings and find somewhere for a coffee<br />

before we head on to Hastings. Head for the Old Town and explore the narrow<br />

lanes lined with a lovely selection of shops and cafes, stay in the main shopping<br />

area or stroll along the seafront.<br />

© Flickr - Garry Knight<br />

DAY 3: Time for you to relax around the<br />

hotel and explore the town. The hotel is<br />

ideally located on the level promenade,<br />

close to the seafront with the shops<br />

only a short stroll away.<br />

DAY 4: After breakfast, board the coach<br />

for an excursion to Brighton. On route<br />

we include a scenic drive with dramatic<br />

views of the Seven Sisters chalk cliffs as<br />

we pass Beachy Head. We drop in the<br />

centre of Brighton – plenty to see in this<br />

cosmopolitan town – stroll through The<br />

Lanes area of old shops and cafes, visit<br />

the Royal Pavilion and walk along the<br />

famous Palace Pier. Returning to the<br />

hotel mid/late afternoon.<br />

DAY 5: Sadly, we leave Eastbourne<br />

and head home, stopping in the<br />

historic town of Chichester for lunch<br />

before returning to the local area<br />

around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Palm Court Hotel<br />

This attractive Regency property has<br />

an excellent location in Eastbourne.<br />

The seafront is only 50 yards from the<br />

seafront and the level Promenade<br />

with the famous bandstand nearby.<br />

The town centre shops, cafes and<br />

restaurants are a 10 minute stroll. The<br />

staff and management are excellent<br />

hosts – making for a lovely break<br />

away. There is a separate Lounge or<br />

you can enjoy a drink or bite to eat in<br />

a comfy armchair in the Lounge Bar.<br />

Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.<br />

The restaurant serves a classic British<br />

menu with 3 course choice of menu<br />

in the evening and a hot breakfast<br />

served at the table.<br />

The bedrooms are a good size and<br />

offer tea and coffee making facilities,<br />

free toiletries, television, radio,<br />

hairdryer and ironing facilities.<br />

Good quality en-suite bathrooms<br />

with bath or shower.<br />

An excellent hotel – great staff,<br />

good food and clean and<br />

comfortable accommodation.<br />

Passenger lift.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 25th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £179<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

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Lake District Full Board Value<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£299<br />

This has become a firm favourite on our calendar. Really<br />

popular with our customers and offering superb value with<br />

Full Board meals plus some free drinks.<br />

The Lake District’s truly ‘awesome’ scenery makes the region one of our<br />

most popular holiday destinations and one to which people return year<br />

after year. Unique in England, the area has a character and charm<br />

which has attracted visitors for many years and inspired poets, artists<br />

and writers for centuries. This year we are returning to the charming<br />

town of Grange over Sands which is a delight to explore. With a long<br />

level promenade, public parks, interesting independent shops, superb<br />

views over Morecombe Bay and being only 6 miles from Lake<br />

Windermere, it’s a great destination for a tour of the Lake District.<br />

We will be joined by one of our excellent local tour guides to see some<br />

of the best views and to learn the history and stories of the area.<br />

Very popular holiday so please book early to avoid disappointment.<br />

This holiday includes – Full English Breakfasts, 3 course carvery style<br />

dinners, 3 complimentary drinks vouchers per night, 3 packed lunches for<br />

excursion days and return journey, 1 soup and sandwich lunch, minimum of<br />

2 nights entertainment.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 7.30am, we<br />

have comfort stops as required. Arriving<br />

early evening with time before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: A day at leisure in our host<br />

town, Grange-over-Sands. Plenty to<br />

explore with a lovely view from the<br />

town. If you do wish to explore further<br />

afield the train station is close to the<br />

hotel and follows the coast. There is a<br />

range of shops and cafes in the town<br />

and a lovely park in the centre.<br />

DAYS 3 & 4: During these two days we<br />

are joined by our excellent local guide.<br />

They will take you to some of the many<br />

highlights of the area with a fascinating<br />

commentary on the local history,<br />

geology and the famous people who<br />

are linked with the Lakes – Wordsworth,<br />

Beatrix Potter, Donald Campbell.<br />

Destinations include Ullswater, Keswick,<br />

Grasmere, Coniston and much more.<br />

Includes a lake cruise – fare included.<br />

DAY 5: Enjoy a final Full English<br />

Breakfast before we head home.<br />

Comfort stops and a main stop for<br />

lunch during the day before arriving<br />

back in the local area around 6.00pm.<br />

Cumbria Grand Hotel HHH<br />

Set in 20 acres of grounds on the<br />

edge of Grange-over-Sands this<br />

traditional hotel has beautiful<br />

views over Morecombe Bay.<br />

This impressive building, built in<br />

1880 is only six miles from Lake<br />

Windermere and in recent years has<br />

undergone a sustained programme<br />

of refurbishment, bringing the<br />

hotel up to an excellent standard.<br />

These improvements have certainly<br />

been noted in our customer<br />

questionnaires.<br />

Relax and unwind in the Jacobean<br />

Bar, with inviting sofas and a roaring<br />

open fire or if you fancy somewhere<br />

quieter there are several lounge<br />

areas off the main bar area. Soak up<br />

the views out to the gardens and<br />

the bay with a drink or a bite to eat.<br />

Again, with those lovely views, your<br />

breakfast and dinner will be served<br />

in the Hazelwood Restaurant which<br />

serves traditional cuisine using local<br />

ingredients.<br />

Other facilities include a games<br />

room with snooker and table tennis<br />

and a large ballroom.<br />

The spacious bedrooms are en-suite<br />

with bath and shower and feature a<br />

TV, hairdryers and tea-coffee making<br />

facilities. Many rooms have<br />

panoramic sea views over<br />

Morecambe Bay and beyond to the<br />

Yorkshire Dales. Free Wi-Fi in public<br />

areas. Lift to all bedrooms.<br />

TOP VALUE DEAL –<br />

RECOMMENDED<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 4th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £299<br />

Single Supplement £65<br />

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© Flickr – Kathryn<br />

Torquay Cosy Break<br />

at The Coppice<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 8th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 4 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £179<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

4 Days<br />

Only<br />

£179<br />

Come along and have some fun at the friendly Coppice<br />

Hotel with this special Cosy Break programme which<br />

includes a welcome tea & biscuits, an afternoon cream tea,<br />

a glass of bubbly with one of your meals and two nights of<br />

live entertainment!<br />

Blessed with a balmy climate and famous for it's palm trees, it's easy to<br />

see why Torquay on the South Devon coast has attracted visitors since<br />

Victorian times. There is stunning scenery along the coast road and<br />

historic towns are dotted<br />

throughout the region.<br />

Torquay was the birthplace of<br />

Agatha Christie with many of her<br />

novels drawing inspiration from<br />

the town and local landscape.<br />

The traditional harbour and stylish<br />

Princess Pier marina area offer the<br />

town a continental atmosphere,<br />

with a growing selection of eateries<br />

to sample. Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 8.30/9.30am<br />

we have a comfort stop on route and a<br />

break for lunch before arriving at the<br />

hotel mid-afternoon with welcome tea<br />

& biscuits. Settle in to the hotel before<br />

your 3 course dinner.<br />

DAY 2: Excursion to Dartmouth.<br />

Discover wonderful countryside before<br />

we arrive in this beautiful historic town.<br />

So much to see here with narrow streets<br />

lined with interesting shops, galleries,<br />

restaurants and pubs or you may like<br />

to take a boat trip along the river.<br />

DAY 3: In the morning we head off for<br />

a short scenic drive of the area before<br />

free time in the centre of Torquay –<br />

some good shopping in the town.<br />

Plenty of choice for lunch in the town –<br />

head for the harbour or stroll along the<br />

sea front to Abbey Sands for a choice<br />

for restaurant with sea view. Returning<br />

to the hotel for a final evening of fun.<br />

Coppice Hotel<br />

The 40 bedroom family run Coppice<br />

enjoys an excellent reputation and<br />

reviews for its comfort and friendly<br />

service levels. The hotel is set in<br />

lovely gardens with palm trees and<br />

an outdoor swimming pool in the<br />

grounds. Located between Torquay<br />

& Babbacombe the hotel is on the<br />

main bus route if you want to<br />

venture out on your free day.<br />

Local shops and Kent Caves are<br />

only 250m away.<br />

Your 3 course dinners with choice of<br />

menu are served in the Crystal<br />

Restaurant overlooking the outside<br />

swimming pool. Relax in the lounge<br />

and enjoy a drink in the bar plus there<br />

will be live evening entertainment<br />

during your stay. Indoor swimming<br />

pool – small charge.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with Colour TV, tea/coffee making<br />

facilities and hairdryer. Wi-Fi<br />

available in bar & lounge. No lift at<br />

the hotel – some stairs involved.<br />

RECOMMENDED HOTEL –<br />

TOP VALUE AND GREAT FUN<br />

DAY 4: Sadly, we say goodbye to The Coppice and head home with a stop for<br />

lunch before arriving back to your local drop off point around 3.00/4.00pm.<br />

Cardiff City Break<br />

The capital city of Wales is Europe’s youngest capital and is<br />

one of the fastest growing cities in Britain. It has benefited<br />

over recent years from a huge re-development which has<br />

given Cardiff world-class sporting and entertainment<br />

complexes to complement the historical culture.<br />

Your city centre location will allow for easy access to all the attractions.<br />

The big ‘3’ – Cardiff Castle, The Millennium Stadium and the National<br />

Museum are all located close to each other in the city centre.<br />

The shopping is some of the very best in Britain – from the high street<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 10th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 3 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £139<br />

Single Supplement £30<br />

3 Days<br />

Only<br />

£139<br />

favourites on Queen Street and<br />

St David’s Shopping Centre to<br />

the unique boutiques, cafes and<br />

restaurants of the Victorian<br />

arcades. The excellent public<br />

transport system can whizz you<br />

down to Cardiff Bay and the trendy<br />

waterfront area where there are<br />

cafes and bars and attractions<br />

include the Millennium Centre and<br />

Techniquest. Very popular holiday<br />

and a great destination !!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 8.00am we<br />

stop for an early lunch before arriving<br />

in Cardiff mid-afternoon. We shall<br />

rendezvous with our Blue Badge tour<br />

guide for an informative 1 hour coach<br />

tour of the city before arriving at the<br />

hotel.<br />

DAY 2: Time at leisure – you are not<br />

restricted by any itinerary and are free<br />

to step out from the hotel and start<br />

enjoying the city. Excellent transport<br />

links with a Bus Stop for the hop-on<br />

hop-off service outside the hotel.<br />

DAY 3: A free morning in Cardiff for<br />

more sightseeing or shopping before<br />

we depart at 1.00pm and journey back.<br />

Arriving back in the local area around<br />

6.00pm.<br />

Holiday Inn Cardiff City<br />

Ideally situated in the city centre, just<br />

across the road from Cardiff Castle,<br />

the huge Parc Bute Park and adjacent<br />

to the iconic Principality Stadium.<br />

Excellent transport links to parts of<br />

the city but the lovely Morgan<br />

Quarter with its historic buildings has<br />

a fine selection of shops and eateries<br />

and is only a 10 minute walk away.<br />

Decorated in a contemporary style<br />

the hotel has a modern feel and<br />

friendly and professional service.<br />

Enjoy a drink in Junctions Bar, relax<br />

with a Starbucks in the lounge bar<br />

and if you decide to eat in the hotel<br />

Junctions Restaurant serves classic<br />

cuisine. The superb Holiday Inn hot<br />

buffet breakfast is included in your<br />

stay.<br />

All rooms are spacious and offer<br />

en-suite bathrooms with colour TV,<br />

tea/coffee making facilities and<br />

telephone. Lift to all floors.<br />

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED &<br />

FANTASTIC VALUE<br />

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© Flickr – Joe Ruscoe<br />

Bletchley Park & IWM Duxford<br />

Visiting two destinations which played such a huge part in<br />

our wartime history, this short break has proved to be<br />

hugely enjoyed by our customers and will appeal to those<br />

with a healthy interest in Britain’s history.<br />

In the past few years the story of the top secret code breaking facility<br />

at Bletchley Park in Buckinghamshire has been thrust in to the public<br />

consciousness with a string of television dramas and a superb film<br />

starring Benedict Cumberbatch.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sun 17th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 2 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £115<br />

Single Supplement £15<br />

2 Days<br />

Only<br />

£115<br />

IWM Duxford is home to an<br />

impressive collection of over two<br />

hundred aircraft as well as tanks,<br />

military vehicles and maritime craft.<br />

Explore the former RAF fighter<br />

station that was used during both<br />

the First and Second World Wars.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick point around 7.00/7.30am we<br />

head up to IWM Duxford in<br />

Cambridgeshire with a stop midmorning<br />

on route. We arrive at Duxford<br />

late morning where you are free to<br />

explore this impressive museum. There<br />

are a number of exhibitions tracing its<br />

history including The 1940’s Operation<br />

Room, Historic Duxford – where you<br />

can discover how the men and women<br />

lived at Duxford, meet the skilled<br />

engineers who restore the aircraft plus<br />

get up close to some of the most iconic<br />

aircraft including the Lancaster, Spitfire,<br />

Concorde and Vulcan. Entrance price<br />

included. Late afternoon we head to<br />

our hotel in Northampton.<br />

Holiday Inn Northampton<br />

Set in leafy manicured gardens, the<br />

Holiday Inn Northampton is just<br />

2.5 miles from Northampton town<br />

centre and is decorated in a<br />

modern, clean décor.<br />

Relax with a drink before dinner in<br />

the comfortable lounge bar with<br />

Wi-Fi access in the public areas of<br />

the hotel.<br />

There is an extensive hot buffet<br />

breakfast served in the chic<br />

Brasserie and in the evening, there<br />

will be a choice of menu for dinner –<br />

served buffet style.<br />

The spacious bedrooms are<br />

comfortably furnished with a<br />

contemporary style and offer<br />

en-suite bathrooms, Flat screen TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Passenger lift to all floors.<br />

DAY 2: Fascinating day out as we head<br />

to Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes for a<br />

visit to the famous WWII code breaking centre. Seeing one of the Enigma<br />

Machines, including the rare ‘Abwehr G312’, is undoubtedly a highlight of a<br />

busy day out at Bletchley Park, but there is much more than machines in a visit<br />

to this historic site. Check out the tales of spies and strategic deception.<br />

There are plenty of different activities and exhibitions, from wartime toys to<br />

working computers, a wartime mini cinema to an outstanding Churchill<br />

collection. We allow around 6 hours at Bletchley – entrance included. We depart<br />

for home around 3.30pm. Arriving back in the local area around 6.30pm.<br />

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Harrogate Full Board Value<br />

A really popular holiday last year with our customers and<br />

offering superb value with Full Board meals plus some free<br />

drinks and entertainment.<br />

The Victorian Spa town of Harrogate in Yorkshire is a delightful<br />

destination for a holiday and has proved to be very popular with our<br />

customers. With graceful Victorian architecture and beautiful floral<br />

public gardens around the town, Harrogate is a great destination for<br />

a holiday with a cosmopolitan feel. Dotted with pavement cafes, bars,<br />

tearooms (including the famous Betty’s) and fashionable boutiques<br />

there is plenty to enjoy during your stay.<br />

This holiday includes – Full English Breakfasts, 3 course carvery style<br />

dinners, 3 complimentary drinks vouchers per night, 3 packed lunches for<br />

excursion days and return journey, 1 soup and sandwich lunch, minimum of<br />

2 nights entertainment.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 18th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £299<br />

Single Supplement £65<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£299<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 7.30am, we<br />

have comfort stops as required. Arriving<br />

late afternoon with time before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: In the morning we head out<br />

for an excursion to Ripley Castle.<br />

This impressive 700 year old castle is<br />

located in the beautiful village of Ripley<br />

close to Harrogate. We have arranged<br />

for a guided tour with plenty of extra<br />

time for lunch and to explore the walled<br />

gardens, lakeside walk, pleasure<br />

grounds and deer park. Entrance and<br />

tour included. Afterwards we head to<br />

Knaresborough. This lovely old town<br />

has a warren of medieval streets and<br />

stone staircases that weave their way<br />

up and down the hill. Head to the<br />

Waterside for lovely views of the Nidd<br />

Gorge and the railway viaduct.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure in Harrogate<br />

and there is plenty to see. Whether<br />

you want to visit the Spa Baths or<br />

enjoy some great shopping in the<br />

historic streets, Harrogate is a ‘happy’<br />

place to be! Why not spoil yourself at<br />

Bettys Tearoom – beware – you may<br />

have to book!<br />

DAY 4: One of the highlights of the<br />

holiday as we are joined by our local<br />

guide for a tour of the wonderful<br />

Yorkshire Dales. This is a memorable<br />

experience – absolutely stunning<br />

countryside with charming villages.<br />

Cairn Hotel HHH<br />

The 3* Cairn Hotel is an impressive,<br />

grand Victorian style hotel built at<br />

the height of the towns popularity<br />

as a Spa Town and set in four acres<br />

of grounds. The hotel offers good<br />

standards of accommodation,<br />

service and cuisine.<br />

With an excellent location in the<br />

town, the main shopping area,<br />

Royal Pump Rooms and parks are<br />

all located within a 10 minute walk.<br />

The beautifully refurbished lounge,<br />

foyer and bar area with its classically<br />

styled decor and leather sofas,<br />

offers a warm and inviting place to<br />

relax. The 135 bedrooms all have<br />

en-suite facilities, colour television,<br />

direct dial telephone, tea & coffee<br />

making facilities and trouser press.<br />

Meals are served in The Windsor<br />

Restaurant which offers a choice of<br />

menu served by chefs at the buffet,<br />

using local produce where possible.<br />

Passenger lift to all floors.<br />

DAY 5: Enjoy a final Full English Breakfast before we head home. Comfort stops<br />

and a main stop for lunch during the day before arriving back in the local area<br />

around 5.00pm.<br />

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Luxury 4* Imperial Hotel – North Devon<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£439<br />

Join our break to this outstanding Brend Hotel for a touch of<br />

luxury in the centre of Barnstaple.<br />

Lying on the River Taw, Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon<br />

with a history extending back to King Aethelstan. Once a major port,<br />

Barnstaple is a thriving market town with a partly pedestrianised<br />

centre, historic buildings, charming streets and alleys and a traditional<br />

Pannier Market. The dramatic, rugged coastline of the North Devon<br />

Coast, where the cliffs seem to dive in to the sea is quite stunning and<br />

on a clear day you can see over to South Wales. The stunning Exmoor<br />

National Park with its spectacular scenery is also close by with a host of<br />

other terrific excursion destinations to explore in the region.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your home around 8.00am, we travel to<br />

Barnstaple with comforts stops as required and a main stop for lunch before<br />

arriving mid/late afternoon with time to relax before dinner.<br />

Imperial Hotel HHHH<br />

Part of the renowned and respected<br />

Brend Hotel group, you can be assured<br />

of outstanding service and<br />

accommodation at this hotel in North<br />

Devon. This luxury hotel is located<br />

overlooking the River Taw in the heart of<br />

Barnstaple and has the style and elegance of a country house.<br />

From the striking reception area with its stunning oak staircase through to the<br />

restaurant, all areas are decorated in a traditional style to the highest quality<br />

with sumptuous furnishings throughout. Relax in a comfortable armchair in the<br />

large Terrace Lounge – a great place for a cup of coffee or maybe a cream tea.<br />

If you fancy a drink or light meal, head for Colours Bar & Bistro and enjoy the<br />

cosy atmosphere.<br />

As guests you are also able to use the excellent leisure facilities of The<br />

Barnstaple Hotel including a large indoor swimming pool.<br />

All the bedrooms are individually styled to a high standard with calming neutral<br />

colours and superb modern bathrooms. Facilities include free Wi-Fi, television,<br />

luxury toiletries, tea & coffee making facilities and hairdryers. Room upgrades<br />

available if required.<br />

Your delicious 3 course dinner will be served in the Arlington Restaurant which<br />

has a reputation as one of the best in North Devon. Attentive and friendly<br />

waiting staff will serve a choice of menu followed by tea or coffee. In the<br />

morning, choose from an extensive cold buffet or hot breakfast cooked to order.<br />

Passenger lift to all rooms except the River Court building.<br />

WONDERFUL LUXURY HOTEL<br />

DAY 2: Wonderful scenery today as we are joined by a local guide for a coach<br />

tour of the region with an insight in to the fascinating history of this area.<br />

A memorable day out to include dramatic views of the North Devon coastline,<br />

countryside and picturesque towns and villages.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure today. Relax and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the hotel<br />

and take advantage of the central location to explore the town on foot. Plenty<br />

for those interested in history to discover plus some excellent shops and cafes.<br />

DAY 4: A lovely excursion today as we visit RHS Rosemoor. One of the<br />

showcase gardens of the RHS, Rosemoor spans over 65 acres, set in the<br />

beautiful Torridge Valley. There is something for everyone to enjoy with a wide<br />

range of different sections including Lady Anne’s original garden, the<br />

Arboretum, the cottage garden, Woodland Walks and much more including a<br />

large gift shop and excellent café. Includes entrance.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we head home with a lunch stop on route. Dropped back<br />

to your home around 3.00pm.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 18th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £439<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

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Falmouth – 4* Royal Duchy Hotel<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£489<br />

Indulge yourself with a touch of luxury on this 5 day holiday<br />

staying in this outstanding Brend Hotel with magnificent<br />

ocean views from Falmouth clifftop.<br />

A very popular destination with our customers, Falmouth lies on the<br />

south coast of Cornwall on the River Fal. With the deepest natural<br />

harbour anywhere in Western Europe, Falmouth has a remarkable<br />

maritime history going back to Sir Walter Raleigh and beyond.<br />

The town has sandy beaches, spectacular scenery and the region’s<br />

mild climate provides exotic sub tropical gardens around the town.<br />

The centre has an abundance of art and antique shops, cafes and<br />

restaurants and the award-winning National Maritime Museum is also<br />

located in the town. For a relaxing holiday or an itinerary packed break,<br />

Falmouth offers something for everyone!<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your home around 7.30am, we travel to<br />

Falmouth with comforts stops as required and a main stop for lunch before<br />

arriving late afternoon with time to relax before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: A day in Falmouth today. After your full breakfast we shall transfer you to<br />

the town quay where we have arranged for a 2 hour river cruise charter with<br />

commentary exploring the beautiful scenery and wildlife along the Fal River. Free<br />

time to explore the town or you may like to return to the hotel. Plenty of great<br />

pubs, cafes and restaurant to discover in the centre of town. Boat trip included.<br />

Royal Duchy Hotel HHHH<br />

Part of the renowned and respected<br />

Brend Hotels group, the 4* Royal Duchy<br />

Hotel is one of the top luxury hotels in<br />

Cornwall. The view from the hotel is the<br />

sort you do not forget – a stunning<br />

panoramic ocean vista.<br />

Beautifully decorated throughout from<br />

the clean, modern reception with stone<br />

floor to the comfortable lounge areas with lovely soft furnishings – everything<br />

pointed towards those stunning views. At the front of the hotel the large sun<br />

terrace leads down to beautifully manicured lawns. The hotel has a lovely<br />

relaxing atmosphere – enjoy a drink in the Terrace Lounge Bar or take a swim in<br />

The Retreat leisure club. The delights of Falmouth centre are only a 15 minute<br />

stroll away or if you fancy a coastal walk, follow the South West Coast Path to<br />

Henry VIII’s impressive Pendennis Castle – just 20 minutes away. The elegant<br />

Pendennis Restaurant has won AA Rosettes for quality, so you are assured of the<br />

finest cuisine – choice of menu served by friendly and professional waiting staff.<br />

In the morning, choose from an extensive cold buffet or hot breakfast cooked to<br />

order. All bedroom are stylish and comfortable, with a lovely contemporary<br />

décor and modern bathrooms. The neutral colour scheme and elegant lighting<br />

give the bedroom a soothing atmosphere that is ideal for a relaxing holiday.<br />

Facilities include free Wi-Fi, television, luxury toiletries, tea & coffee making<br />

facilities and hairdryers. Passenger lift.<br />

A STUNNING HOTEL. SEA VIEW ROOMS –<br />

from £40 PER PERSON FOR BREAK<br />

DAY 3: A lovely day out today as we are joined by our excellent local guide for<br />

a day exploring the dramatic scenery and history of the county. Passing through<br />

historic towns and villages with stops during the day and a main stop<br />

somewhere nice for lunch.<br />

DAY 4: A half day excursion today as we head nearby to the remarkable Lost<br />

Gardens of Heligan. These rediscovered gardens are always a popular<br />

destination. We have included a guided tour where you will learn the history of<br />

the gardens plus free time. Entrance & tour included. Afterwards we return to<br />

the hotel for free time.<br />

DAY 5: After breakfast we head home with comfort stops including a main stop<br />

for lunch. Arriving back in the local area around 5.00pm and returned to your<br />

home by our service.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

© www.heligan.com<br />

Sun 24th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £489<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

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Llandudno & Snowdonia<br />

As Wales’ largest resort, it is not hard to see why Llandudno<br />

has been attracting visitors for so long. Flanked by the Great<br />

Orme and Little Orme headlands this sheltered resort has a<br />

long flat palm tree lined promenade and wonderful, wide<br />

sandy beach.<br />

Hotels and guest houses line the seafront with a wide selection of<br />

shops and cafes in the main shopping area. The long Victoria Pier is<br />

also another highlight of the town – the perfect spot to enjoy a sunset.<br />

This region is full of delights with a host of historic towns, castles,<br />

houses and gardens to visit. But perhaps the highlight is Snowdonia.<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 25th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £295<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£295<br />

Snowdonia National Park covers a<br />

vast area of natural beauty and<br />

unique scenery with mountain<br />

ranges, gorges, lakes, waterfalls,<br />

rivers and forests.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from<br />

your local pick up point around 8.00am,<br />

we have comfort stops as required<br />

including a main stop for lunch. Arriving<br />

early evening with time before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: A lovely day out today as we<br />

head to the Isle of Anglesey. We shall<br />

be visiting Pas Newydd House &<br />

Garden owned by the National Trust.<br />

Beautifully located on the Menai Strait<br />

with great views. The garden at Plas<br />

Newydd is delightful with a five acre<br />

Rhododendron Garden and woodland<br />

walks. Price includes entrance.<br />

NT Member discount.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure in the town.<br />

Take a stroll along the Pier, enjoy lunch<br />

in one of the many restaurants and<br />

coffee shops in the town. The famous<br />

Tramcar to the summit of the Great<br />

Orme Headland should be operating<br />

at this time of year.<br />

DAY 4: We shall be joined by our local<br />

guide for a tour in to Snowdonia<br />

National Park. During the day we have<br />

included a trip on the Ffestiniog Railway<br />

which offers lovely views of Snowdonia.<br />

A truly memorable day out.<br />

Four Oaks Hotel<br />

The Four Oaks Hotel offers excellent<br />

value accommodation with a superb<br />

location in the middle of The<br />

Esplanade in Llandudno. Situated<br />

close to the Venue Cymru theatre,<br />

the leisure centre with Olympics size<br />

swimming pool and the town’s main<br />

shopping streets. The hotel staff and<br />

management are very welcoming<br />

and warm which gives the hotel a<br />

lovely friendly atmosphere.<br />

You can relax in the comfortable<br />

lounge and bar area where there will<br />

be some entertainment during your<br />

stay. The bright, sea view dining<br />

room serves a home cooked 3<br />

course dinner with choice plus a<br />

full breakfast – served at the table.<br />

The hotel bedrooms are<br />

comfortably furnished with en-suite<br />

private bathrooms, colour TV,<br />

hairdryer and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Passenger lift to all floors.<br />

SEA VIEW ROOMS –<br />

£15 PER PERSON<br />

DAY 5: Enjoy a final Full English Breakfast before we head home. Comfort stops<br />

and a main stop for lunch during the day before arriving back in the local area<br />

around 5.00pm.<br />

Tenby & The Gower<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Mon 25th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 5 days Dinner, Bed & Breakfast £285<br />

Single Supplement £nil<br />

5 Days<br />

Only<br />

£285<br />

The delightful little town of Tenby is one of Pembrokeshire’s<br />

best loved seaside resorts with miles of sandy beaches and a<br />

delightful picturesque harbour.<br />

Beautifully located on the South West Wales coast, the old town walls,<br />

narrow streets and medieval houses add a lovely charm to the town.<br />

There is an array of shops, cafes and bars for you to discover during<br />

your stay. Some lovely excursion destinations to explore in the region.<br />

Pembrokeshire offers some of the finest coastal views in the United<br />

Kingdom – from intimate rocky<br />

coves to sweeping sandy bays and<br />

some of the most consistently<br />

highly rated beaches in the country.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

local pick up point around 7.00/8.00am,<br />

we have comfort stops as required<br />

including a main stop for lunch. Arriving<br />

late afternoon with time before dinner.<br />

DAY 2: We head for the historic town of<br />

Pembroke where we include a guided<br />

tour of the Castle. We continue<br />

travelling through Pembrokeshire’s<br />

magnificent scenery on the drive to<br />

delightful St David’s – Britain’s smallest<br />

city. One of our favourite destinations,<br />

there is a wonderful cathedral to enjoy.<br />

Entrance to Castle included.<br />

DAY 3: A day at leisure in the town.<br />

Plenty to explore – take a stroll in any<br />

direction for wonderful views and find<br />

somewhere nice for lunch or relax in<br />

the comfort of the hotel lounge.<br />

DAY 4: We shall be joined by our local<br />

guide for an excursion to the beautiful<br />

Gower Peninsula. Jutting out in to the<br />

Bristol Channel near Swansea, this<br />

AONB is stunning. A memorable day<br />

out to discover some of Britain’s<br />

favourite beaches.<br />

DAY 5: Enjoy a final Full Welsh<br />

Breakfast before we head home.<br />

Comfort stops and a main stop for<br />

lunch during the day before arriving<br />

back in the local area around 5.00pm.<br />

Clarence House Hotel<br />

Occupying a superb position on the<br />

clifftop, overlooking South Beach &<br />

Caldey Island, this friendly, family<br />

run hotel is a highly rated<br />

destination with our customers.<br />

The lovely town centre and harbour<br />

are only a 5 minute walk away.<br />

Outside you can enjoy a drink in the<br />

garden or on the clifftop terrace<br />

over the road. Happy Hours every<br />

day during your stay in the Seagull<br />

bar. With a good reputation for<br />

food, meals are served in the<br />

seafront dining room with a 3 course<br />

evening meal with choice of menu<br />

and a hot breakfast. All meals<br />

served by a friendly waiter.<br />

During our stay there will be<br />

evening entertainment at the hotel.<br />

All rooms are comfortable and<br />

simply furnished with en-suite<br />

bathrooms and tea/coffee making<br />

facilities. Passenger lift to all floors.<br />

Wi-Fi.<br />

VERY FRIENDLY HOTEL<br />

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Benidorm – Spain’s Costa Blanca<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

17 Days<br />

Only<br />

£779<br />

We have been taking groups to Benidorm for many years<br />

and like to think that we have the balance right offering<br />

fantastic value for money and a good standard of<br />

accommodation. Benidorm is one of the most popular<br />

resorts anywhere in Europe with so much to offer the visitor.<br />

There are two magnificent beaches and level promenades to<br />

stroll along.<br />

Blessed by the lovely Mediterranean climate, people from all over<br />

Europe flock to the Costa Blanca out of season to enjoy the warmer<br />

climate. Our tours to Benidorm have 2 overnight stops on route –<br />

one in France and one in Spain. During the journey you can sit back,<br />

relax and enjoy the changing scenery in comfort.<br />

We have regular comfort stops during the journey and a main stop<br />

for lunch.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your<br />

home around 6.30am we travel to Kent<br />

for our Eurotunnel Crossing. We shall<br />

arrive at the excellent overnight Ibis<br />

Hotel near Saran, (Bed & Breakfast) at<br />

approximately 7.30pm.<br />

DAY 2: Leaving the hotel after breakfast<br />

we travel through southern France<br />

before entering Spain and arriving at<br />

our second overnight hotel in Lloret de<br />

Mar. The Hotel Olympic Park offers<br />

excellent accommodation with a huge<br />

choice of food for dinner. (included).<br />

DAY 3: Onwards to Benidorm. Arriving<br />

at the hotel around 5.00pm.<br />

DAYS 4-14: Relax, settle into your<br />

excellent hotel and enjoy the facilities<br />

and happy atmosphere around<br />

Benidorm. During your time in the town<br />

we have included 2 half day excursions<br />

– to the pretty market town of Moraira<br />

+ the larger resort of Calpe. We shall<br />

also organise some optional excursions.<br />

DAY 15: Sadly we must depart<br />

Benidorm and head home. We follow<br />

our outward route and arrive at the<br />

Hotel Olympic Park Hotel in Lloret de<br />

Mar around 5.00pm. (Dinner inc.)<br />

DAY 16: We travel through France<br />

arriving at the Ibis Hotel at Auxerre<br />

around 7.30pm (B & B).<br />

DAY 17: We head back to Calais for<br />

the late afternoon Eurotunnel Crossing.<br />

Returning to your home at<br />

approximately 9.00pm.<br />

Meal Plan – 12 Nights Full Board,<br />

2 Nights Dinner Bed & Breakfast,<br />

2 Nights Bed & Breakfast<br />

Princesa Hotel HHHH<br />

The 4* Hotel Princesa has proved to<br />

be very popular with our customers<br />

over the past few years. The hotel is<br />

located in an excellent position,<br />

adjacent to the old town area of<br />

Benidorm and only 400 metres<br />

from the long, sandy Levante<br />

beach. Within a few minutes there<br />

is a choice of bars, restaurants and<br />

shops.<br />

There are excellent public areas and<br />

comfortable bedrooms. The hotel<br />

offers a superb selection of food<br />

during our stay with an extensive<br />

buffet to enjoy.<br />

All rooms have en-suite bathrooms<br />

with air conditioning/heating,<br />

telephone, satellite TV, minibar,<br />

hairdryer and balcony. (No balcony<br />

on single occupancy rooms).<br />

There are superb leisure facilities<br />

with indoor and outdoor pools,<br />

terrace and jacuzzi (fees may apply).<br />

There will also be entertainment<br />

every night!<br />

WE LOVE IT!!<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Sat 9th Feb <strong>2019</strong> 17 days Full Board in Resort £779<br />

Single Supplement £160<br />

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Roses – Spain’s Costa Brava<br />

ON SERVICE •<br />

IHOME COLLECT<br />

11 Days<br />

Only<br />

£579<br />

A return for <strong>2019</strong>.<br />

Close to the French border, the coastal resort of Roses lies<br />

on Spain’s beautiful Costa Brava in the district of Catalonia.<br />

The breathtaking coastline includes sandy beaches and<br />

intimate rocky coves but there is also a widely varying<br />

landscape from wetlands to the rocky region of the Cap de<br />

Creus with a variety of birds and wildlife.<br />

Roses is a modern tourist resort with an amazing history dating back<br />

to the Greeks and Romans, remains of which can be seen in the huge<br />

Citadel in the centre of the town. Along the seafront there are many<br />

alfresco cafes, restaurants and Tapas bars – great to relax and spend<br />

some time. The wide sandy beach is lined by the promenade, dotted<br />

with palms and pine trees and continues round the bay to the marina<br />

and harbour.<br />

This holiday includes Eurotunnel crossings and 1 overnight stop on route<br />

each way in tried and tested Ibis Hotels in France. We travel with 2 drivers<br />

and have regular stops during the journey and a main stop for lunch so<br />

you can sit back, relax and enjoy the changing scenery in comfort.<br />

Itinerary<br />

DAY 1: After being collected from your home around 6.30am we travel to Kent<br />

for our Eurotunnel Crossing. We shall arrive at the excellent overnight Ibis Hotel<br />

near Saran (Bed & Breakfast) at approximately 7.30pm.<br />

DAY 2: Leaving the hotel after breakfast we travel over the impressive Millau<br />

Bridge before entering Spain and arriving at our hotel in Roses around 7.00pm.<br />

The 4* Hotel Mediterraneo Park serves an extensive buffet style dinner – we<br />

have also included a bottle of water and glass of wine with your evening meal<br />

for your stay in Roses.<br />

DAYS 3-9: Relax and settle into this excellent hotel complex. There is plenty to<br />

discover in Roses and the surrounding area with easy walking into town and<br />

along the coast.<br />

We have also arranged an optional excursions package.<br />

Full Day – Barcelona. We are joined by a local guide for an excursion to<br />

Barcelona, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Full coach<br />

tour of the city including La Sagrada Familia Cathedral and the Ramblas and<br />

much more. Includes some free time. Memorable. Cost – £20.00.<br />

Full Day – Girona. Joined by our local guide for an excursion to the historic city<br />

of Girona with its beautiful Roman walled old quarter, the Basillica de Sant Feliu,<br />

Arab Baths and medieval streets and passageways. We also enjoy time<br />

exploring other towns of the area. Cost – £15.00.<br />

Half Day – Figures. Wonderful excursion to the birthplace of Salvador Dalí whose<br />

artist influence can be seen all over Catalonia. The remarkable Dalí Theatre-<br />

Museum, one of the most visited museums in Spain, is here (entrance fees apply).<br />

Figueres is a lovely town to visit with many fine, old buildings and cobbled, tree<br />

lined streets with plenty of pavement cafes and tapas bars. – £10.00<br />

Optional excursions should be paid before departure.<br />

Hotel Mediterraneo Park HHHH<br />

This modern Hotel is situated in extensive<br />

grounds only a 3 minute walk to the<br />

seafront of Roses and Santa Margarida<br />

beach.<br />

Highly regarded, the hotel benefits from<br />

all modern conveniences with a<br />

continental contemporary décor from the<br />

stone floored high ceilings of the large<br />

reception to your comfortable bedroom. Air conditioned throughout for a<br />

comfortable and relaxing environment. The attention to detail in the hotel is<br />

excellent – from the presentation of the staff to the manicured gardens and pool<br />

area. The spacious restaurant overlooks the gardens and serves an extensive<br />

and varied buffet menu in the evening – we have included a glass of wine &<br />

bottle of water every night. The national and international dishes are prepared<br />

in front of you by the chefs in the Show Kitchen. In the morning there is a wide<br />

selection of hot and cold dishes to select.<br />

There are 2 bars within the hotel to relax, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat and<br />

discuss the day. A real highlight of the hotel is the beautifully manicured lawns<br />

around the outdoor swimming pools. Plenty of space with loungers and chairs<br />

to relax on. Inside the hotel there is also a lovely swimming pool and spa centre.<br />

During our stay there will be some evening entertainment.<br />

The 200 stylish bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning/heating, flat<br />

screen satellite TV, telephone, safe-deposit box (for rent), bathroom with<br />

hairdryer, minibar (empty) and balcony terrace. Lifts to all floors.<br />

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HOTEL<br />

DAY 10: Sadly we must<br />

depart Roses and head<br />

home. We cross the<br />

border in to France and<br />

arrive at the Ibis Hotel at<br />

Auxerre around 7.00pm<br />

(Bed & Breakfast).<br />

DAY 11: We head back<br />

to Calais for the late<br />

afternoon Eurotunnel<br />

crossing. Returning to<br />

your home by our service<br />

at approximately<br />

9.00pm.<br />

Meal Plan – 8 Nights<br />

Dinner Bed + Breakfast<br />

plus 1 wine + 1 bottle<br />

of water every night, 2<br />

Nights Bed & Breakfast<br />

DATE DAYS BOARD PRICE<br />

Fri 29th Mar <strong>2019</strong> 11 days Half Board in Resort £579<br />

Single Supplement £200<br />

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Terms & Conditions and General Information <strong>2018</strong>-19<br />

Book with Confidence<br />

In accordance with “The Package Travel, Package Tour Regulations<br />

1992” all passengers booking with <strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> <strong>Holidays</strong> are<br />

fully bonded for the initial deposit and subsequently the balance of<br />

all monies paid to us, including repatriation if required arising from<br />

the cancellation or curtailment of your travel arrangements due to<br />

the insolvency of <strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> <strong>Holidays</strong>.<br />

We are members of the Bonded <strong>Coach</strong> Holiday government approved consumer<br />

protection scheme administered by the Confederation of Passenger Transport<br />

UK. This ensures that, in relation to the coach package holidays described in this<br />

brochure, your monies are protected by a bond in the unlikely event of our<br />

ceasing to trade. You are recommended to inspect our current membership<br />

certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-uk.org or<br />

telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm our current membership.<br />

Mr J & Mr S Blackmore trading as <strong>Highcliffe</strong> <strong>Coach</strong> <strong>Holidays</strong><br />

Of 312 Lymington Road, <strong>Highcliffe</strong>, Christchurch, BH23 5ET<br />

BCHG Trading Charter<br />

We like to set out our Terms & Conditions as clearly as possible so you can have<br />

confidence in your holiday booking with us.<br />

As members of the BCH we comply with the BCHG Trading Charter. A full<br />

copy will be provided with your booking or can be requested before booking<br />

if you prefer.<br />

GENERAL INFORMATION & ADVICE<br />

We want you to be as happy as possible from the moment you select your<br />

holiday until you return home. Along with the hotels which we use, we try our<br />

very best to make your holiday as enjoyable as possible. To help you to make<br />

the right selection and for what you can expect from us, please take a moment<br />

to read the following points.<br />

LUGGAGE<br />

Due to space & weight restrictions the maximum suitcase size per<br />

person is 70 x 50 x 23cm. The maximum luggage weight per<br />

person is 20kg. A small separate holdall can also be taken on board.<br />

These restrictions are placed as a matter of safety and we thank you<br />

for your assistance.<br />

Porterage is provided at some of the hotels that we use. If not included it is<br />

usually available if required. This may incur a small additional charge which will<br />

need to be paid by you directly to the hotel.<br />

SEAT ALLOCATION<br />

Seats are allocated on a first come, first served basis when you book your<br />

holiday with us. If you have specific needs we would advise you to book as early<br />

as possible. We make every effort to abide by these allocations but on occasion,<br />

perhaps when a substitute coach is required, this may not be possible. We shall<br />

have no liability regarding any changes made.<br />

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We operate a no smoking (including e-cigarettes) and no alcohol on board<br />

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HOTELS<br />

We offer a range of hotel accommodation which have different<br />

levels of comfort, facilities and quality. When selecting your<br />

holiday please ensure that the quality will match your requirements.<br />

This is generally related to the cost of the holiday but if you have any<br />

specific requirements please talk to our staff who will be able to help.<br />

Some of our hotels have chosen not to be members of the RAC/AA and as<br />

such are not star rated. This is not necessarily an indication of a lower standard<br />

of accommodation.<br />

If you have special requirements please notify us as soon as possible. The hotel<br />

will be notified before your arrival but please remember that rooms are<br />

allocated by the hotels.<br />

Rooms for Single Occupancy are in high demand and very often are sold out.<br />

Some hotels charge a supplement for these rooms, the cost of which is<br />

indicated in this brochure.<br />

We try to indicate all the room and hotel facilities for each hotel within the<br />

information in this brochure but cannot accept liability for any alterations made<br />

by the hotel before our arrival. Sometimes amenities such as swimming pools<br />

and lifts may be out of service whilst entertainment may be curtailed, altered or<br />

cancelled due to hotel number.<br />

Hot drink making facilities are not normally available in Continental hotel<br />

bedrooms but are usually available at the bar/café.<br />

When travelling abroad, you should expect the food to be served in the national<br />

custom and therefore different to British cuisine. For some hotels, particularly<br />

overnight hotels the restaurant will serve a set menu. If, when you are at the<br />

hotel, you require an alternative this is normally available but may incur an<br />

additional cost for you.<br />

These days, many hotels are excellent at providing Special Diets. Please let us<br />

know as soon as possible so they can make preparations early.<br />

Many meals are taken as a group in the restaurants and usually involve sharing<br />

tables with 2 or more other diners in our group.<br />

HOLIDAY ITINERARIES AND SUITABILITY<br />

We pride ourselves on the planning of our holidays to provide an exciting<br />

and enjoyable holiday experience. Many are planned months in advance and<br />

may require adjustment to the itineraries due to changes at destinations or<br />

attractions.<br />

Our itineraries are displayed in the brochure and you should carefully consider<br />

suitability before booking your holiday. You are, of course, quite welcome not<br />

to join any particular excursion during your holiday.<br />

Provided we are informed before departure, we are happy to take manual<br />

walking aids and folding wheelchairs up to 15kg in weight. Unfortunately, we are<br />

not able to carry any electric wheelchairs or scooters, although these are often<br />

available to hire at the destination.<br />

HOLIDAY CANCELLATION<br />

If we have to cancel a holiday this is always done well in advance of your<br />

departure date and a full refund is given.<br />

Due to the contract obligations and financial commitments we have with hotels<br />

if you have to cancel your holiday you will have to pay cancellation charges.<br />

These are based on the following scale depending on how close to departure<br />

we receive your cancellation.<br />

More than 42 days – Deposit only<br />

42-28 days – 30%<br />

27-14 days – 45%<br />

13-7 days – 60%<br />

Less than 7 days – 100%<br />

However, if you do cancel more than 42 days before your departure date we will<br />

transfer your deposit less a £10 per person administration fee to another holiday<br />

currently available.<br />

We do advise you to take out travel insurance to cover any of your loses.<br />

LAST MINUTE BARGAINS<br />

If you want to receive last minute bargains, special offers, extra<br />

dates and more please join our mailing list by either filling in the<br />

form on the website or contacting the office.<br />

VISIT US www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk 35<br />

BRITISH HOLIDAYS


OFFICE HOURS<br />

Monday to Friday – 9.00am until 4.00pm<br />

www.highcliffecoachholidays.co.uk<br />

312 Lymington Road • <strong>Highcliffe</strong> • Christchurch • Dorset BH23 5ET<br />

01425 271111

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