Highcliffe Coach Holidays - 2023 Day Excursions - Autumn-Winter 2023

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December 2023 Fri 1st Stourhead Illuminated Light Trail One of the best National Trust destinations in the South of England with spectacular grounds. Enter a world of seasonal cheer enhanced by a soundtrack of festive classics, as you wander beneath unique tree canopies drenched in Christmas colour. Discover giant luminescent sculptures rising high into the night sky and trees wrapped in light on your way to Crocus Lawn, where a carpet of larger than life flora glows gently in the moonlight. Framed by glittering trees, stroll along Heart Walk and beside reflections dancing playfully on the lake. The tunnel of light returns with twinkling splendour. Price includes Illuminated Trail. Entrance to house not available. Adults/Seniors £41.00 Fri 1st RHS Wisley Gardens Glow Illuminations Come along for a sparkling Christmas day out to the superb RHS Wisley Gardens! After arriving in daylight for a quick look at these massively impressive gardens in Surrey, as group visitors we are allowed to remain on site in or around the Food Hall whilst the final preparations are made. At 4.00pm the spectacular Illuminations open for visitors to enjoy. Wander the enchanting trail around the garden to see some of Wisley’s iconic sights in a new and dazzling light. Venture through Seven Acres, the Rock Garden and Wisteria Walk, as well as other garden areas, and marvel at the magnificent trees and shrubs bathed in a spectrum of light. For food on the go, you’ll find hot drinks and tasty treats to keep you aglow along the trail. Price includes entrance. Adult/Senior £39.50 | RHS Member £31.50 Fri 1st Devon Christmas Carvery + Sidmouth Lovely day out to enjoy the beautiful scenery of West Dorset and East Devon before stopping at the excellent Hare & Hounds Pub near Sidmouth. This traditional country pub has wooden beams and log fires with lovely views down to Sidmouth and the sea. We have included a delicious carvery with Turkey available!! Extensive choice of fresh vegetables, gravy and extras. Pudding is available on the day for an additional cost. Afterwards we shall head in to Sidmouth with time to stroll along the seafront and explore the shops. Adult - £40.00 | Over 60 £39.00 Mon 4th Winchester Christmas Market With a stunning, historic location against the backdrop of the magnificent Cathedral and centred around an outdoor ice rink these Christmas Markets have proved to be really popular. Inspired by the Continental Markets, beautifully decorated wooden chalets offer unusual gifts and traditional foods to enjoy including festive favourites such as, mulled wine, bratwurst, mince pies and stollen. Alternatively, the Cathedral Refectory and ice rink café provide a warm and comfortable setting with plenty of seating and great menus. Only £21.50 Tue 5th Bath Christmas Markets Voted amongst the most popular events in the UK, the Christmas Markets are one of the biggest festive events in the South West. The quaint streets and square between the stunning Bath Abbey and the internationally renowned Roman Baths are transformed, not just into a Christmas shopper's haven but an absorbing festive experience. In the heart of Bath's main shopping district, more than 150 traditional wooden chalets adorn the streets with each one offering unique, unusual gifts and decorations. Enjoy the smells and tastes of a wide choice of food and drink stalls. With the market as the highlight, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath is fast becoming known as ‘the Christmas City’. Only £27.00 Mon 11th Longleat - Festival of Light Rediscover the stories that shaped our childhood and make your own magical moments as Longleat presents Treasured Tales: The Festival of Light 2023. Some of the show-stopping scenes you can expect are taken from C.S Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe; Cinderella; Snow White; The Wizard of Oz; Winnie the Pooh and more. Access to enjoy these stunning lantern scenes is included with all tickets for The Festival of Light. During the day, you can enjoy all that Longleat has to offer. Your ticket will include the Safari Drive-through on our coach on arrival before free time to explore including the Main Square attractions including Animal Adventure, Jungle Cruise, Hedge Maze and the ever-popular Adventure Castle. Entrance to Longleat House is NOT included in the price of your ticket. Please check Longleat's website for full details on the event. Only £57.50 Tue 12th Carols at Salisbury Cathedral A really popular destination for a day out. Join us on this special day. We arrive in Salisbury late morning with free time to explore this historic jewel - named as one of the world's Top 10 Cities to visit in 2015 by Lonely Planet. So much to see, with wonderful medieval buildings, Museums, historic houses to visit, public gardens and riverside walks. Meeting back at the cathedral for a very special festive afternoon. An exciting opportunity to join the cathedral choir for a programme of traditional carols in the magical cathedral setting, decorated for Christmas, with 33ft tree and renaissance nativity hanging followed by mulled wine and mince pies in The Cloisters. We have reserved seats for this special experience. Only £39.50 QUALITY COACHES....GREAT DAYS OUT To Book ( 01425 271111
Wed 13th Gunwharf Quays at Christmas Enjoy a great day out at Christmas Time to the excellent Gunwharf Quays shopping and leisure development on Portsmouth Harbour and site of the impressive Spinnaker Tower. Gunwharf Quays is the South Coast's leading designer shopping outlet and home to over 90 brands offering up to 60% off. Stores include Adidas, beautyoutlet, Boss, Clarks, Denby, Gant, Hobbs, Levi's. Michael Kors, ProCook, The North Face and Ugg. There are over 30 cafes and restaurants to enjoy at Gunwharf! Everything from a simple coffee at Cafe Nero to Vietnamese Street Food at Pho, Nando's to a drink in Spinnaker Bar. Really popular trip as we head up to Christmas! Only £20.00 Wed 13th Wells at Christmas With the magnificent Cathedral and Bishops Palace, Wells is a special place to visit at this time of year. Wells is one of Britain's secret gems and a fabulous destination for a day out; proof that the country still has much to admire! Sheltered beneath the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills, it combines a wealth of historic interest and beautiful architecture. Wells qualifies as England's smallest, and Somerset's only city because of its amazing 12th century Cathedral. The wells, which gave the city its name, are located within the grounds of the Bishop's Palace, which is still the residence of the Bishop of Bath and Wells. Also of interest are Vicars' Close, claimed to be the oldest complete medieval street in Europe, and the historic market place. Only £22.50 Thu 14th Christmas At Kew Illuminated Trail VERY POPULAR FESTIVE DAY. BOOK EARLY. Join our memorable day out to this lovely Christmas attraction. Lunchtime departure from the local area and after a comfort stop on route we arrive at Kew early evening. As twilight falls, the magic begins…..we have a timed slot to enjoy the beautifully created winter trail. This mile long sparkling path winds its way through the world-famous botanic gardens in a magical after-dark experience. Wander beneath unique tree canopies drenched in Christmas hues, and gaze at glowing waterside reflections as clusters of illuminated fountains dance in an explosion of colour, set against the iconic Palm House. A lovely festive experience. You may like to bring some food & drink with you on the day. Price includes entrance. Adults/Seniors £49.50 Thu 14th WestQuay Christmas Shopping - Southampton Great value day out to the excellent WestQuay shopping centre in the centre of Southampton with the additional Watermark development. Choose from over 100 stores including John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Hollister, Jack Wills, Phase Eight, Zara and Next. On the top level there is a superb selection of restaurants to choose from - Nando's, Pizza Express, Five Guys, Wagamama and many more... The massive Ikea store is close by if you want some inspirational ideas for the home. The WestQuay Watermark development has a public plaza and a host of restaurants, bars and leisure facilities available. Plenty of other sights to see in the centre of Southampton. Only £17.50 Fri 15th Windsor Castle at Christmas Come and enjoy a festive day out in Windsor. The State Apartments will be adorned with elegant Christmas decorations for the festive season, with wonderful Christmas trees, lights and festive garlands. Highlights include a 20-foot-high Christmas tree in St George’s Hall, dressed with hundreds of lights and ornaments. A chance to visit the Semi-State Rooms which are open to visitors for the winter months including the spectacular Crimson Drawing Room. These rooms are used by members of the Royal Family for official entertaining. Don't forget to have your picture taken with one of The Guards! Windsor town also has some stylish fashion shops and a huge variety of cafes and coffee shops. Price includes entrance to Windsor Castle. Adults/Seniors £49.50 Sun 17th Christmas At Kew Illuminated Trail VERY POPULAR FESTIVE DAY. BOOK EARLY. Join our memorable day out to this lovely Christmas attraction. Lunchtime departure from the local area and after a comfort stop on route we arrive at Kew early evening. As twilight falls, the magic begins…..we have a timed slot to enjoy the beautifully created winter trail. This mile long sparkling path winds its way through the worldfamous botanic gardens in a magical after-dark experience. Wander beneath unique tree canopies drenched in Christmas hues, and gaze at glowing waterside reflections as clusters of illuminated fountains dance in an explosion of colour, set against the iconic Palm House. A lovely festive experience. You may like to bring some food & drink with you on the day. Price includes entrance. Adults/Seniors £49.50 Office open 9-1 Mon to Fri 312 Lymington Rd. Highcliffe. Christchurch. BH23 5ET QUALITY COACHES....GREAT DAYS OUT To Book ( 01425 271111
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