Highcliffe Coach Holidays - Latest Day Excursions 2022

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Fri 9th Stourhead House & Gardens - Wiltshire One of the best National Trust destinations in the South of England. The celebrated 18th Century landscaped gardens of Stourhead are world famous; your first sight of the lake will leave you amazed. There are stunning views around the grounds with gothic temples, monuments, rare plants and a criss-cross of sloping walkways surrounding the lake. The stunning Palladian Mansion, once the family home of the Hoares, is full of Georgian treasures, Chippendale furniture and fine paintings. This really is an amazing destination and is well worth a visit. Adult/Over 60 £40.00 | NT Member £21.50 Mon 12th Kennet & Avon Canal Trip Please book early to avoid disappointment as these trips are extremely popular. We travel to the beautiful town of Bradford on Avon near Bath, with an extended stop on the way at Salisbury and a chance to buy lunch to have on the boat. We board the superb M V Barbara McLellan broad beam narrowboat and enjoy the wildlife and countryside on our 2 1/2 hour cruise along tranquil stretches of water with magnificent panoramic views including crossing the Avoncliff Aqueduct. Limited places on the boat- drinks available - loo on board. Price includes boat fare. Only £35.00 Mon 12th Windsor with Afternoon Tea Cruise OR Windsor only Enjoy free time exploring historic Windsor before meeting up at Windsor Promenade for the 2.30pm boat. Enjoy excellent views of Windsor as we cruise upstream past the famous royal Windsor Racecourse and Eton college before heading downstream to see the most famous view of Windsor castle from the river and on through Romney lock. A sumptuous afternoon tea will be served on a three tiered cake stand accompanied with tea or coffee. This will be provided when the boat makes its turn at Old Windsor weir for the return journey to Windsor Promenade - All served on china, of course! Menu includes - Selection of finger sandwiches on white, brown and tomato bread. Cream cheese & cucumber, Ham and mustard, egg & cress and smoked salmon | Fruit scone, Jam and clotted cream. | Fruit tartlet. | Mini afternoon tea cake. | Shortbread biscuit. | Cup of tea or coffee. Fully licensed bar where they can dine in style. Price include afternoon tea cruise & boat fare. Only £55.00 | Windsor only £24.00 Mon 12th Lyme Regis The picturesque seaside town of Lyme Regis is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the border of Dorset and Devon. Plenty to explore among the narrow streets with a lovely selection of shops and tempting tearooms. Wonderful long seafront leading to the 13thcentury Cobb harbour famously featured in the film 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' or take the zig zag path through the cliffside gardens. A lovely day. Only £22.50 Mon 12th Cheltenham Cheltenham is a beautiful spa town located on the edge of the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire. One of the finest examples of a Regency town in the country, Cheltenham is characterised by it’s houses with intricate ironwork balconies and painted stucco facades. Discover some of the finest shopping in the South West on the High Street and Regent Arcade. For a different twist - head to the tree lined Promenade for a Continental feel or Montpellier for high end shops and lovely public gardens. Superb. Only £24.00 Mon 12th Weymouth - BARGAIN SPECIAL !! Weymouth offers the classic British Seaside experience for visitors young and old. The wide award winning three mile beach has beautiful sand and a level promenade with traditional facilities to enjoy. Great selection of shops, restaurants, cafes and pubs or why not enjoy some takeaway fish and chips. Head to the harbour lined by Georgian houses and watch the fishing boats or take a pleasure boat ride. Plenty more for the day, you may like to walk up to Nothe Fort at the entrance to Weymouth harbour to explore the military history and spectacular views - good value too. Only £15.00 Tue 13th Isle of Wight Tour with local guide ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR DAYS. After joining the ferry from Lymington we will be joined by one of our local guides for a tour of the Island – we try to see as much as possible during the day. The island boasts 60 miles of spectacular coastline and beautiful countryside. We take in many of the best sights and usually include Newport, Sandown, Godshill, Shanklin, Ventnor, Freshwater and Alum Bay. There will be a main stop for lunch. Only £38.50 Tue 13th Sidmouth Situated on the Jurassic Coast of Devon, Sidmouth has a unique charm and an atmosphere of years gone by. Around the town there are beautiful gardens where you can relax a while, leisurely walks and a delightful level Esplanade with views along the coastline. There are some excellent friendly independent shops in Sidmouth, and a range of cafes, restaurants and pubs. Only £23.00
Wed 14th City of Bath Bath is brimming (sorry!) with things to see and do. Designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Bath presents some of the finest architectural sights in Europe such as the Royal Crescent, the Circus and Pulteney Bridge alongside a diverse collection of museums and attractions including the Roman Baths, Royal Crescent and Thermae Bath Spa. Bath's compact city centre enjoys a wonderful atmosphere and offers irresistible shopping for that unique gift. Only £23.00 Wed 14th Cotswolds Villages - Bourton & Burford The Cotswolds is one of the most beautiful and quintessentially 'English' areas of the country and is dotted with delightful towns and villages with distinctive limestone cottages. We tour through the area stopping at two of the best towns to visit. After a comfort stop in Marlborough on the way we arrive at the delightful town of Bourton-on-the-Water with it's charming low stone bridges over the River Windrush which runs through the town. Explore the gift shops and find somewhere nice for lunch before we head on to Burford. The charming high street is lined by hotels, pubs and restaurants with antique shops and galleries offering quirky gifts. The picturesque ancient stone buildings, typical of the region, lead down to the River Windrush. Great town for an afternoon tea! Only £23.50 Fri 16th Osborne House - Isle of Wight Queen Victoria's seaside holiday home is a very popular destination with our customers. A fascinating rare glimpse in to Royal life in the 19th Century, the house has an extravagant interior and there are extensive gardens offering views across the Solent. Take an intimate glimpse into Queen Victoria's family life as you tour the nursery and private rooms of Victoria and Albert. Marvel at the magnificence of the Royal Apartments including the sumptuous drawing and dining rooms and the richly decorated Indian-inspired Durbar Room. The visitor centre houses an exhibition and an excellent restaurant. Price includes entrance and return ferry crossing from Southampton. Adult £49.00 | Over 60s £47.50 | English Heritage £33.00 Sat 17th Shepton Mallet Antiques & Collectors Fair, Somerset For one of a kind finds, look no further than the Shepton Mallet Antiques and Collector’s Fair. As the West Country’s premier antiques event, the fair is housed in four halls and over 40 shopping arcades at the Royal Bath & West Showground. It features up to 600 stands, with everything from paintings and antique furniture to vintage teddies and luxury leather luggage. The fair attracts many of London’s top dealers, many of whom will have their purchases back in their shops ready to sell the following day! Price includes entrance. Only £25.00 Mon 19th **NEW** Winchester & Hampshire Canal Cruise Please book early to avoid disappointment as these canal boat trips are extremely popular. After being collected from your convenient local pick point we head for the centre of Winchester. Once the Capital of England, the city is packed with historic buildings including the impressive 11th Century Cathedral combined with tranquil green spaces. Stopping here for a couple of hours, so plenty of time to enjoy a 'brunch'. We head on to near Odiham where we board our boat for a trip along the Basingstoke Canal. Step aboard the 68 foot widebeam John Pinkerton, manned by trained volunteers. Enjoy the wildlife and countryside on our 2 1/2 hour cruise along tranquil stretches of water. Price includes boat fare. Only £34.00 Mon 26th Horse Drawn Canal Boat & Marlborough Step back in time with us, as we head first to one of our favourite stopping places, Marlborough. This archetypal English Market town has that 'film location' quality and is a great spot to stroll around and enjoy a nice lunch. In the afternoon we head to nearby Kintbury and board the 'Kennet Valley' horse drawn barge for a 2 ½ hour cruise along the beautiful Kennet & Avon Canal. This wide beam passenger boat was purpose built for carrying passengers. Facilities onboard include a well stocked bar serving tea, coffee, soft drinks and beverages. Whilst on board we have included a cup of tea & slice of cake! Lovely day out! Includes Canal Trip and Tea & Cake. Only £44.00 Wed 28th Sidmouth & The Donkey Sanctuary Situated on the Jurassic Coast of Devon, Sidmouth has a unique charm and an atmosphere of years gone by. Very popular with our customers the town has a delightful seafront esplanade with views along the stunning red coastline. The regency heritage around the town includes an array of friendly independent shops and a good choice of cafes for lunch. We continue for a 2 hour visit to the popular Donkey Sanctuary nearby. Set in the tranquil East Devon countryside, this working farm is home to hundreds of donkeys, mules and hinnies. The new visitor complex includes the attractive Kitchen Restaurant, where you can look out over the donkeys paddocks down to the sea plus a Gift Shop with a selection of donkey-design items. Free entrance. Only £23.00 Phone to Book 01425 271111
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