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EASTONS 

Quality Coach Holidays 

Door to Door 

Norfolk’s Leading 

Coach Holiday Company

Welcome to 

EASTONS 

A very warm welcome to our 2012 selection of UK and Continental 

coach holidays. 

Every year coach holidays are gaining in popularity as people discover 

the outstanding value and quality so easily available to them. Once 

again we have many new and interesting holidays for you to choose 

from. As usual each destination has been chosen for its quality, enjoyment and value for money. All our 

holidays are designed with a wonderful time in mind and ensure a relaxing, carefree and happy holiday! 

Best wishes from All at Eastons 

Eastons Gift Vouchers 

The Ideal Christmas, Birthday, Anniversary or Special 

Occasion Gift to brighten someone’s day. Our popular 

vouchers are redeemable against any Eastons day excursion 

or coach holiday, and can be used as part payment. These are available 

in denominations of £5, £10, & £20, and can be bought using cash, cheque, 

credit or debit cards. 

Please contact our tour office for more details. 

Quality Holidays to Remember 

Look what you get with EASTONS HOLIDAYS 

l Free home collection service on all tours of 5 days 

duration or more, free from within our designated area. 

l Joining our holidays could not be easier. - Just pack your 

suitcase and wait for your doorbell to ring! 

l All coach travel and excursions included. 

l Entrance and admissions included as per the 

‘Price includes’ panel. 

l Friendly and experienced drivers. 

l Direct coach travel without feeders or coach interchanges. 

l No overnight land travel. 

l Air-conditioned, luxury tour coaches with toilets. 

l Coach seat selection. 

l Adjustable seat backs. 

l Fitted seat belts . 

l Secondary braking systems. 

l All non-smoking. 

l Carefully selected quality hotels. 

l Private facilities in every room. 

l Travel pack with full itinerary. 

l No age limits on our insurance. 

l Financial Security. 

l 24-hour emergency contact 

Holidays 

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CITO QUALITY AWARD 

CITO, the Consortium of Independent Tour Operators 

All holidays featuring the CITO logo will include the following 

at no extra cost: 

• Minimum 3★ hotels (according to national country ratings and excluding themed 

hotels) 

• Luggage handling (one piece per person at main hotel) 

• Choice of menu: dinners - min 3 choice/3 course on UK Holidays and choice of 

main course on European holidays, however the first night may be a set menu. 

(Themed breaks as described in the itinerary are exempt.) 

• Full cooked breakfast (UK) 

• Full hot or cold buffet breakfast (European) 

FINANCIAL SECURITY: Your money is safe with us! We all know how 

important it is for our holiday money to be safely protected. You can 

rest assured that all our coach holidays are fully bonded through 

Bonded Coach Holidays and we are a member of the Confederation 

of Passenger Transport Scheme. This scheme is approved by the 

Department of Trade and Industry, satisfying the requirements of the 

EC Package Travel Regulations and will provide complete protection 

for you in the unlikely event that we (or any member of the scheme) 

are unable to fulfil our financial obligations for financial reasons. 

For further information please visit www.bondedcoachholidays.co.uk. 

INSURANCE: Our popular insurance cover is tailored to suit the 

needs of our passengers, The costs are detailed for each individual 

tour. Our Travel Insurance is extensive and straightforward – there 

are no age restrictions and no automatic health screening – this 

applies to both UK and overseas coach holidays.

Holiday Information 

The following is for information only – it is additional to our Trading 

Charter but does not form part of that charter, your contract or any 

guarantees. 

PRICES: Holiday prices are per person based on two adults sharing a 

twin/double room. 

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Should you have any special requests please ensure 

that they are advised at the time of booking and are shown on your 

confirmation document. Please note that whilst these will be passed to 

respective proprietors as necessary. SPECIAL REQUESTS CANNOT BE 

GUARANTEED. 

PASSPORTS: A valid passport is required on all Continental holidays. 

This should be valid for at least 3 months after your return date. 

LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Passengers are restricted to one suitcase per 

person with a maximum weight of 20kg. Where overnight hotels are 

used an additional small overnight bag is permitted. 

HOLIDAY ITINERARIES: We show a detailed itinerary to assist you in 

your holiday choice. These are planned a long time in advance and 

whilst changes are rare, we do reserve the right to amend the content 

and days of operation of the itinerary programme at any time. 

EXCURSIONS: The excursions shown in the itinerary are included in the 

holiday cost, except where specified. 

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: We will forward your travel documents and 

departure details approximately 10 days before your holiday. 

CONTINENTAL HOTELS: When travelling abroad the menus offered 

are normally associated with the country in which you are staying. 

In addition, whilst we endeavour to ensure that our clients receive a 

choice of menu for evening dinner, there are a number of hotels where 

a choice is not offered. 

CHILDREN: We do not consider our holidays suitable for children under 

8 years. Children of 8 years and above are welcome on most of our 

holidays and reductions are normally available where a child shares a 

room with two full paying adults. Prices available on request. 

Eastons Door To Door 

Service 

On holidays of 5 days duration, or more, our free 

and easy Door to Door service makes the perfect 

start (and finish) to your holiday. Your holiday really 

does start from the moment you leave your front 

door. This service is included in the holiday price 

from any address within the marked area shown on the pick up map. 

If you live outside this area don’t worry we may still be able to offer the 

service at a supplementary charge, or alternatively you can join at one of 

our main tour pick up points. Just call our tour office and we will advise 

the options available to you. 

TOUR JOINING POINTS: 

For holidays of 4 days or less we have 

convenient joining points at: 

Aylsham, Cawston, Dereham, Cromer, East Runton, 

Fakenham, Holt, Hellesdon, North Walsham, Norwich, 

Reepham, Sheringham, Stratton Strawless, West Runton, 

Wroxham, Great Yarmouth, 

ADDITIONAL POINTS: 

FOR SOUTHBOUND TOURS: Wymondham, Attleborough, Thetford, 

Newmarket, 

FOR NORTHBOUND TOURS: Swaffham, Kings Lynn. 

PARKING FACILITIES: 

Customer parking is available at our Stratton Strawless office for tour 

customers. This is free of charge, but we do not accept any liability or 

responsibility, parking is at customer’s/vehicles owner’s own risk. 

DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE 

All holidays of 5 days or more duration include a free home pick-up taxi / minibus service. 

Norwich & the main areas of Norfolk 

Free Door to Door: NR1 to NR30 

Yarmouth & Gorleston and Lowestoft Areas 

Free Door to Door: NR30.1 to NR30.5 

Free Door to Door: NR31.0 to NR31.9 

Lowestoft Area 

NR33.0 & NR33.9, NR32.1 to NR32.5 

Beccles Area 

Free Door to Door: 

NR34.0 & NR34.9, NR35.1 & NR35.2 

Watton/Swaffham Areas 

Free Door to Door: IP25.6 & IP25.7 

Free Door to Door: PE37.7 & PE37.8 

Diss Area 

IP20.9, IP21.4, IP22.2, 

IP22.4, IP22.5 

Supplements Northbound: 

£30.00, Southbound £15.00 

Thetford Area 

IP24.1, IP24.2. IP24.3 

Supplements: Northbound: 

£25.00, Southbound: £10.00 

Supplements are per 

pick up/address 

Other Post Codes: 

Prices available on request 

ENTERTAINMENT: Some hotels offer additional entertainment. 

The nature and frequency of the entertainment presented is at the 

discretion of the hotel and therefore not guaranteed. 

WHEELCHAIRS/SCOOTERS: Due to limited space we are only able to 

transport a restricted number of wheelchairs and scooters, so it is 

important that you arrange this when making your reservation. 

Light-weight scooters must not weigh in excess of 21kg and must fold 

to dimensions no greater than 22 x 21 x 38 inches. Please be aware that 

our drivers are not responsible for the folding or loading of scooters, 

and that they must be delivered to our depot at least one day prior to 

departure. 

SEAT ALLOCATION: It is possible, for operational reasons, that a coach 

of a different seating configuration may be used , therefore we reserve 

the right to alter a seating plan and re-allocate seats other than those 

you have booked. We shall have no liability in relation to any such 

changes. 

CUSTOMER SURVEY: We provide a customer comment form on all our 

tours. These help us to ensure that our customers are satisfied with 

the content and general standard of our holidays. It enables us to 

gauge if any changes are necessary based on majority comments. We 

do take your comments into account and thank you for your assistance. 

SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENTS: Where possible we offer single 

occupancy at no extra cost. These spaces are limited so if you are a 

single traveller you are advised to book early. Once our single room 

allocation has been sold, any additional single places will be charged 

an additional supplement. 

SPECIAL NEEDS: Our holidays are carefully planned to include as much 

as interest as possible. Inevitably, they may include lengthy periods of 

travel and a fair bit of walking. Should any member of your party have 

special needs or suffer from any disability, please inform us prior to 

booking because not all of the holidays featured in this brochure may 

be suitable for you. If you need advice or further information please 

contact our tour office. 

East Dereham Holt Reepham 

Sheringham 

Cromer, Sheringham 

East Runton, West Runton 

Wells-next-the-Sea 

A148 

Letheringsett ● 

Aylsham North Walsham 

Fakenham 

A148 

● Briston 

Saxthorpe ● 

● Roughton 

● Mundesley 

A140 

A149 

● Happisburgh 

Horsford 

Stratton 

● Guist 

● Cawston 

Swaffham 

● North Elmham 

A140 

Swanton Morley ● Attlebridge ● 

● Coltishall 

● Stalham Strawless 

A149 

● West Somerton 

Martham ● 

● Hemsby 

A149 

A1151 ● Salhouse ● Billockby 

A47 

A1064 

Little Plumstead ● 

● Caister-on-Sea 

A47 

A1074 Norwich 

A47 

● Thorpe ● Brundall 

Hethersett ● 

St Andrew 

Great 

● Kimberley 

Bradwell ● Yarmouth 

A146 

● Hingham 

A143 

● Watton 

● Mulbarton 

● Thurton 

A12 

Brooke ● 

Great Ellingham ● A11 

Hales ● 

● Oulton 

● Woodton 

Long Stratton ● 

Lowestoft 

Attleborough 

A140 

● Carlton Colville 

● Bungay 

● Larling ● Banham 

● East Harling 

● Homersfield 

South Lopham ● 

● Diss 

● Harleston 

● Metfield 

A145 

A12 

Wymondham Norwich Beccles 

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WEEKEND BREAKS 

Reunion 

Mystery Weekend 

Friday 27 – Sunday 29 January 2012 

Many of you tell us how 

you love to meet up 

with your fellow 

travellers, so we are 

once again delighted 

to invite you to join us 

for our annual “Reunion Weekend”. Come 

and join us for our 2012 weekend of fun and 

frivolity at our secret, mystery destination. 

Our wonderful drivers, and the office staff, 

will be joining you for this break giving you 

the chance to meet us all and get to know 

us better! 

Now is the time to meet up with your old and 

new friends! Why not give them a call and 

get together for our Reunion Break and beat 

the winter blues. It will be a perfect time to 

relive memorable holiday moments, catch 

up on what’s been happening and make 

plans for the future. 

Take this opportunity to enjoy the surprises in 

store on this fantastic fun-filled break. We will be taking you to a 

super hotel to enjoy delicious meals and our superb, and some times very 

different, entertainment! We also have a host of exciting excursions 

planned, ensuring that you have a holiday to remember! 

PRICE INCLUDES 

• Luxury executive coach travel • Mystery excursions 

• 4 star accommodation with leisure facilities 

• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Entertainment on Saturday night 

REF: INSURANCE SINGLE SUP 

AWE 1993 £14 £30 

3 DAYS 

£169 

Mystery 

Weekend 

Mother’s Day Mystery Weekend 

Mothers Day – a celebration for mums everywhere, and what better 

way to say thank you than to take her off for a weekend. If you are 

undecided just which Eastons short break to sample, why not add a 

touch of adventure and try one of our popular mystery breaks. All that 

we can divulge about this tour is the date and price, the rest we leave 

to your imagination, and we won’t spoil the surprise by giving you any 

further clues – other than you will travel by luxury coach and on this 

instance be treated to a mothers day lunch. 


If you like a pleasant surprise and a bit of a mystery why not join us on 

one of our popular Mystery weekend breaks. During your two days you 

will enjoy beautiful scenic views and visits to popular tourist attractions. 

Your accommodation will be in a good quality hotel inclusive of bed, 

breakfast and evening meal and many have leisure facilities. A word of 

warning however - Never take a bet with your driver about your 

destination - remember, he always wins. 


3 DAYS 

£169 

• Luxury executive coach travel 

• Full day excursion 

• Dinner, bed & breakfast 

DATES: REF: 

Friday 16 – Sunday 18 March 2012 AWE2006 

Friday 30 March – Sunday 1 April 2012 AWE2184 

Friday 6 – Sunday 8 April 2012 AWE2018 

Friday 11 – Sunday 13 May 2012 AWE2043 

Friday 6 – Sunday 8 July 2012 AWE2081 

Friday 24 – Sunday 26 August 2012 AWE2185 

Friday 28 – Sunday 30 September 2012 AWE2131 

Friday 19 – Sunday 21 October 2012 AWE2146 

Friday 2 – Sunday 4 November 2012 

Single Supplement: £30 Insurance: £14 

AWE2154 

Friday 16 – Sunday 18 March 



• Excursions as specified • Dinner, bed & 

breakfast • Mothers day lunch 


AWE2006 £14 £30

London 

Musical 

Double Bill 

2 DAYS 

£155 

Fri 10 – Sat 11 February 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we make our 

way to the London Docklands Hilton. After checking 

in we transfer you to the evening performance of 

Jersey Boys. After the show the coach will be 

waiting to take you back to the hotel. 

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast we load the 

luggage onto the coach. We then take you into 

central London for free time and sightseeing. We 

then enjoy the matinee performance of Dream Boats 

and Petticoats. After the show the coach will be 

waiting outside the theatre, or as near as possible, 

and commence the journey home. 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ London Docklands 

On the south bank of the River Thames with 

stunning views across to Canary Wharf, the 

Hilton London Docklands Hotel is superbly 

located for our short break to the capital. 

From one of the 365 beautifully appointed 

bedrooms combined with an 18th century 

sailing barque resting in one of London’s only 

dry docks. It is easy to forget that you are 

only minutes away from the City of London. 

The hotel boasts swimming pool, sauna, spa, 

steam room and a fully equipped gym. There 

is also a restaurant, coffee shop and bar in 

which to relax in. All well-appointed 

bedrooms are en suite with TV and tea/coffee 

making facilities. The hotel has a lift. 



• Excursions as specified • Bed & breakfast 


AWE1995 £11 £41 

Photo © Flickr – That Goatskin Bicycle Moment 

3 DAYS 

£149 

Wakefield 

Food, Drink & 

Rhubarb Festival 

Fri 24 – Sun 26 February 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head north 

to Leeds, stopping en route in historic Lincoln with 

its magnificent architectural heritage centred on its 

world famous cathedral and castle. Lincoln mixes 

two thousand years of history, from the cobbled 

streets to its modern shopping centre. 

Day 2: This morning we visit E Oldroyd & Sons Ltd 

for our guided tour of the famous Rhubarb Sheds. 

On arrival we learn about the ancient history of 

rhubarb, its culinary and medicinal uses. Then it's 

into the forcing sheds, where you're sure to be 

spellbound by the spectacle before you - rhubarb 

grown in the dark and harvested by candlelight. 

Stand quietly, listen and you'll hear the rhubarb 

growing! This afternoon we make our way into 

Wakefield to enjoy the food festival. You’ll find 

cookery demonstrations with celebrity chefs in the 

marquee, and the Yorkshire Food & Drink Market in 

the Cathedral Precinct and Bull Ring. 

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast we take the short 

journey into the centre of Leeds to pay a visit to the 

armouries. 3000 years of history is brought to life 

through 8000 spectacular exhibits, housed in an 

award-winning building situated in the Clarence 

Dock Basin. Just a short walk away is the famous 

department store Harvey Nichols. We then make our 

way back to Norfolk and your local drop off point. 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ Leeds 

Situated right in the heart of the city and 

close to the shops, this modern hotel boasts 

swimming pool, sauna, spa, steam room and 

a fully equipped gym. There is also a 

restaurant, coffee shop and bar in which to 

relax in. All well appointed bedrooms are en 

suite with TV and tea/coffee making 

facilities. The hotel has a lift. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Excursions 

as specified • Dinner, bed & breakfast 


AWE2000 £14 £40 

Yorkshire 

All Inclusive 

Weekend 

Fri 23 – Sun 25 March 2012 

Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£159 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head north 

to Wakefield, stopping en route at the National Coal 

Mining Museum. This museum provides a unique 

opportunity to travel 140 metres underground down 

one of Britain's oldest working mines. Situated in a 

rural setting, it offers an unusual combination of 

exciting experiences whilst providing a genuine 

insight into the hard-working lives of miners through 

the ages. 

Day 2: Spend today exploring the historic walled city 

of York. Take the opportunity to visit the National 

Railway Museum, the Jorvik Centre, walk the city 

walls or explore the narrow streets and alleyways 

around the Shambles. No visit to York is complete 

without seeing the magnificent York Minster. A 

guided coach tour will be available this morning at 

extra cost. 

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast we take the short 

journey into the centre of Leeds to pay a visit to the 

armouries, 3000 years of history brought to life 

through 8000 spectacular exhibits housed in an 

award-winning building situated in the Clarence 

Dock Basin. Just a short walk away is the famous 

department store Harvey Nichols. We then make our 

way back to Norfolk and your local drop off point. 

HoLIDay INN ★★★ Wakefield 

Located on the outskirts of Leeds, this 

comfortable hotel boasts 104 air-conditioned 

en suite bedrooms with TV, hairdryer, 

hospitality tray and lift access. 




• Free packed lunch on Sat & Sun • Free bar 

18:00 – 21:00 (selected brands only) 


AWE2010 £14 £40 

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WEEKEND BREAKS


Photo © Flickr - Kyknoord 

The Magic 

Circle & House of 

10,000 Secrets 

Sun 25 – Mon 26 March 2012 

Itinerary 


way into central London for free time to explore the 

famous sights. Late afternoon we check in to our 

hotel, here we enjoy a two course buffet dinner. At 

7pm we meet at the Headquarters of the Magic 

Circle five minutes from hotel. Whilst here we enjoy 

a welcome drink, followed by table top magic 

performed by several magicians. We then enter the 

intimate theatre where a stage magic show will take 

place performed by Magic circle members. We 

return to the lounge area where sandwiches will be 

served and more table top magic will be performed. 

There is also a chance to visit the small museum, 

our evening finishes around 10pm. 

Day 2: After a leisurely full English breakfast our 

coach and driver will collect your luggage. 

Remainder of morning and afternoon free in London 

for sightseeing and shopping. We depart mid 

afternoon for our homeward journey, arriving in East 

Anglia early-evening. 

tHIStLE HotEL ★★★★ Euston London 

The Thistle Euston, London hotel is 

wonderfully situated between Regent’s Park 

and the British Library. This central location 

is ideal for our short break and is only a five 

minute walk to the Magic Circle Headquaters. 

All en suite rooms feature air-conditioning, 

TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift 

access to all floors. 


2 DAYS 

£179 




AWE2011 £11 £20 

3 DAYS 

£179 

Harrogate 

Spring Flower 

Show 

Fri 13 – Sun 15 April 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: We depart from your local joining point 

heading to Springfield Garden Centre for a morning 

coffee stop. We then make our way north, arriving at 

Hollins Hall mid afternoon. 

Day 2: After breakfast we travel to the Great 

Yorkshire Show Ground at Harrogate. We include 

admission to the renowned flower show to see the 

glorious blaze of colour. Over 100 of the country’s 

leading horticultural nurseries exhibit and there are 

nurserymen happy to offer you specialist advice. The 

showground is hard surfaced and mostly under 

cover guaranteeing a great day out what ever the 

weather. 

Day 3: Departing our hotel after breakfast we travel 

south to Doddington Hall and Gardens. It stands 

today exactly as it was built with its walled gardens, 

gatehouse and family church. The elegant Georgian 

interior contains a fascinating collection of pictures, 

textiles, porcelain and furniture. The Hall is 

surrounded by 5 acres of romantic walled gardens 

with formal topiary, box-edged knot garden, 

fountains and sumptuous borders. Later we make 

our way back to Norfolk. 

MaRRIott HoLLINS HaLL HotEL & 

CoUNtRy CLUb ★★★★ Baildon 

Situated in a tranquil setting within 200 acres 

of grounds, this historic grand Victorian hotel 

enjoys delightful views of the surrounding 

countryside. All the en suite bedrooms feature 

air-conditioning, satellite television, direct dial 

telephone, hair dryer, tea & coffee. Facilities 

include a leisure club with indoor swimming 

pool, spa bath, steam room, sauna and gym. 





AWE2023 £14 £40 


The 

Amazing World 

of Fred Dibnah 

Fri 20 – Sunday 22 April 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head to 

Bolton for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: This morning we take the short journey to 

the Fred Dibnah Heritage Centre. We are given a 

private tour of the house, grounds and machinery 

collected by Fred over his working life, and have 

plenty of free time to take in the atmosphere of this 

amazing piece of English heritage which has been 

lovingly restored. Tea/coffee biscuits included. (We 

recommend sensible footwear for our visit) We then 

head to the market town of Bury for free time to 

obtain lunch. We then join the East Lancs Railway 

for a one one journey from Bury along the 

Rossendale Valley to Rawtenstall. 

Day 3: After breakfast we depart the hotel and 

make our way back to Norfolk via Derbyshire 

stopping in Bakewell. 

HoLIDay INN HotEL ★★★★ Bolton 

Superbly located in the heart of Bolton, this 

modern hotel includes a restaurant, lounge, 

bar, along with Club Moativation which 

features a range of facilities including an 

indoor heated swimming pool for all guests 

to enjoy. All 132 air conditioned bedrooms 

feature en suite facilities, satellite TV, 

hospitality tray and hairdryer. The hotel has 

a lift. 


3 DAYS 

£169 




AWE2027 £14 £30

Itinerary 

2 DAYS 

£105 

Sunday Night 

at the Waldorf 

Sun 22 – Mon 23 April 2012 

Sun 7 – Mon 8 October 2012 


way to London for free time and sight seeing, before 

checking into the Waldorf late afternoon. 

Day 2: After a leisurely full English breakfast, our 

coach and driver will collect your luggage. 

Remainder of morning and afternoon free in London. 

We depart late afternoon for our homeward journey, 

arriving in East Anglia mid-evening. 

WaLDoRf HILtoN HotEL ★★★★★ London 

The Waldorf Hilton enjoys one of London’s 

most enviable locations, as it bridges the 

West End and the square mile, providing an 

excellent base, near to Covent Garden but 

still within easy walking distance of some of 

the cities most historic sights. All rooms are 

en suite and boast TV, telephone, tea/coffee 

making facilities, and are served by a lift. 



as specified • Bed & English breakfast 


AWE2028 £11 £55 

AWE2136 £11 £55 

Cadbury World 

& Stratford 

Sat 5 – Sun 6 May 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Shakespeare’s Stratford Upon Avon. There is 

ample time to enjoy some of the towns many 

attractions such as, Shakespeare’s birthplace 

museum, or maybe take a stroll along the banks of 

the River Avon to one of England’s most beautiful 

parish churches, the Holy Trinity, resting place of 

Shakespeare himself. 

Day 2: After breakfast we head to the famous 

Cadbury World on the outskirts of Birmingham (entry 

is included). We start our journey with a stroll 

through the Aztec jungle, visit the Cadbury Story. 

See how your favourite chocolate is made and have 

a taste before seeing some of Cadburys most 

famous advertising 

from days gone by to 

the present day. We 

have plenty of time to 

visit the 'Purple 

Planet' along with the 

café and gift shop 

before heading back 

to Norfolk to your 

local drop-off point. 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ Coventry 

A modern luxury hotel, located on the 

outskirts of the historic city of Coventry. The 

hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, 

sauna, steam room and gym, and all of the 

comfortable bedrooms are en suite with TV, 

hospitality tray and lift access. 


2 DAYS 

£99 




AWE2037 £11 £40 

Liverpool 

& Chester 

Weekend 

Fri 18 – Sun 20 May 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Liverpool for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: After breakfast we are joined by a local 

guide for a fascinating tour of the City, including 

places made household names by the Beatles, 

Titanic’s White Star Line Headquarters, the 

Cathedrals and much more. Afterwards you can 

enjoy all the attractions of the Albert Dock and the 

historic Waterfront. Cruise on the Mersey Ferry or 

visit the Tate Gallery and naturally, the Beatles Story. 

Return to the hotel at your leisure. 

Day 3: After breakfast we make our way to the 

beautiful City of Chester. The City is truly an 

international tourist destination full of history, period 

buildings, museums and shops. We depart Chester 

after lunch for our return journey back to Norfolk. 

MaRRIott HotEL ★★★★ Liverpool 

The Marriott Liverpool hotel is ideally located 

in the city centre overlooking the vibrant 

Queen's square and within easy walking 

distance of Liverpool One. All the luxurious 

en suite bedrooms feature air conditioning, 

satellite television, radio, internet access, 

iron & ironing board, safe and tea & coffee 

making facilities. The hotel also features a 

restaurant and bar area plus a leisure club 

with indoor swimming pool. Lift to all floors. 


3 DAYS 

£169 




AWE2049 £14 £40 


WEEKEND BREAKS


Photo © Magnus D_flickr 

RHS Chelsea 

Flower Show 

Thur 24 – Fri 25 May 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head to 

Capel Manor Gardens, an estate surrounding a 

Georgian Manor house and Victorian Stables. The 

gardens are broadly divided into 5 zones, including 

historic landscapes, themed and model gardens 

which have been relocated from previous Chelsea 

Flower Shows. Later, we continue into London for 

our overnight stay at the London Hilton Docklands 

Hotel. 

Day 2: Today we enjoy a full day at Chelsea Flower 

Show. Set in the grounds of the Royal Chelsea 

Hospital you can marvel at some of the finest 

collections of flowers in the world and visit the great 

pavilion that hosts thousands of flowers and plants. 

Later, we make our way back to Norfolk to your local 

drop off point. 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ London Docklands 

On the south bank of the River Thames with 

stunning views across to Canary Wharf, the 

Hilton London Docklands Hotel is superbly 

located for our short break to the capital. 

From one of the 365 beautifully appointed 

bedrooms combined with, an 18th century 

sailing barque resting in one of London's only 

dry docks, it is easy to forget that you are 

only minutes away from the City of London. 

The hotel boasts swimming pool, sauna, spa, 

steam room and a fully equipped gym. There 

is also a restaurant, coffee shop and bar in 

which to relax in. All well-appointed 

bedrooms are en suite with TV and tea/coffee 



2 DAYS 

£159 




AWE2052 £11 £41 

The Queen’s 

Diamond Jubilee 

Celebrations 

Sun 3 – Tue 5 June 2012 

Itinerary 

DaRtfoRD HILtoN ★★★★ Dartford 

The Hilton Dartford Bridge is a purpose-built 

Hotel close to both Bluewater and Lakeside 

Shopping Outlets. All bedrooms include 

private facilities, tea & coffee tray, TV, 

telephone and hairdryer. There are 24 Hour 

reception services, a restaurant, lounge bar, 

passenger lifts and leisure centre including 

Indoor swimming pool. 


3 DAYS 

£159 


way into central London. We'll drop you at a suitable 

vantage point overlooking the Thames, such as 

Battersea Park, Jubilee Gardens or in front of The 

Tower of London, in good time for the afternoon's 

events. Enjoy the amazing spectacle as an 

impressive flotilla of up to 1000 boats brings the 

Thames to life in a parade of music, fountain and 

firework displays as a floating belfry with chiming 

bells calls out for answers from the steeples of the 

riverside churches. 

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast we head for 

Greenwich for some free time. During Jubilee year 

Greenwich will be become a London Royal Borough. 

Explore the Old Naval College, visit the National 

Maritime Museum or take a stroll through the park 

to the Royal Observatory (Entry not included) After 

lunch we take a boat trip along the River Thames 

from Greenwich to Waterloo Pier, the 75 minute one 

way trip passes many famous landmarks and 

includes a commentary. The coach will be waiting to 

collect you and return you back to your hotel. 

Day 3: After an early breakfast, we return to central 

London for a final day of celebrations. We'll drop you 

as near to The Mall as possible, so that you can join 

the crowds to see The Queen and other members of 

the Royal Family make their way from Buckingham 

Palace to St Paul's Cathedral for a Service of 

Thanksgiving. After the service the majestic carriage 

procession will return to Buckingham Palace before 

- who knows - maybe even an appearance on that 

famous balcony! Later this afternoon we make our 

way back to Norfolk. 




AWE2058 £14 £40 


Beamish 

& Catherine 

Cookson 

Weekend 

Fri 8 – Sun 10 June 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head north, 

making a brief stop at the World Heritage City of 

Durham. Highlights include the Cathedral and 

Castle, which tower over the city and river. We then 

continue to our hotel for our two-night stay. 

Day 2: A full day at the award-winning Beamish. 

Take the tram and travel back in time to 1913, 

experience the transport, town, shops, houses and 

farm, all with costumed staff to authentically 

recreate the scene. You can visit a drift coalmine & 

look at life in 1825 by taking the Pockerley railway 

to the manor. 

Day 3: This morning we join the Catherine Cookson 

trail, a fascinating guided tour of South Tyneside 

showing us the areas associated with the life of 

Britain’s most popular author. We pass the site of 

Cooksons birthplace, former home, and places of 

work and worship. After lunch we return to Norfolk 

and your local joining point. 

HoLIDay INN ★★★ Washington 

This well appointed 3 star hotel is ideally 

located to explore the historic city of Durham 

and award-winning Beamish. All bedrooms 

are en suite and feature TV, telephone, 

hairdryer, hospitality tray and lift access. 


3 DAYS 

£159 




AWE2062 £14 £30

Peaks & 

Puddings 

Fri 22 – Sun 24 June 2012 

Itinerary 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ Sheffield 

The hotel enjoys a quayside location and is 

only a 2-minute walk from the city centre. 

Amenities include a leisure centre and 

swimming pool, and all bedrooms are en 

suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer and 

tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to 

all floors. 


3 DAYS 

£175 


way to Sheffield. This city has a lot to offer, including 

the Meadowhall shopping centre, Millennium 

Galleries - four different world-class galleries under 

one roof, and right next door, the stunning Winter 

Garden - the largest temperate glasshouse in any 

European city. 

Day 2: After breakfast we enjoy a scenic tour of the 

Peak District. Our route takes us to Castleton, 

famous for Blue John stone. We then travel over the 

spectacular Snake Pass, taking in views of the 

Ladybower Reservoir on the way. We continue onto 

Bakewell, via the spa town of Buxton, the highest 

town in England. Whilst in the market town of 

Bakewell take the opportunity to sample one of the 

famous Bakewell Puddings and take a stroll along 

the banks of the river. 

Day 3: We depart for Chatsworth House to visit the 

home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Built 

almost 400 years ago for the first Duke, the house 

has many elegant rooms and the gardens and 

grounds cover 100 acres, landscaped and designed 

by Capability Brown. We then make our way back to 

Norfolk with a comfort stop en route. 




AWE2091 £14 £40 

Weekend 

at The Adelphi 

Fri 13 – Sun 15 July 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Liverpool for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: After breakfast we are joined by a local 

guide for a fascinating tour of the City, including 

places made household names by the Beatles, 

Titanic's White Star Line Headquarters, the 

Cathedrals and much more. Afterwards you can 

enjoy all the attractions of the Albert Dock and the 

historic Waterfront. Cruise on the Mersey Ferry or 

visit the Tate Gallery and naturally, the Beatles Story. 

Return to the hotel at your leisure. 

Day 3: We leave after breakfast to visit the 

redeveloped waterside area of Salford quays in 

Manchester. You will have time to visit the Lowry 

Galleries, Imperial War Museum North or maybe do 

a spot of shopping, before we continue our journey 

home to Norfolk and your local drop-off point. 

aDELPHI HotEL ★★★★ Liverpool 

The famous Adelphi Hotel is set in the heart 

of Liverpool, offering quality and style in 

relaxing surroundings. Liverpool’s largest 

hotel is a spacious and unique property built 

in 1914 with superb public rooms and 

panelled suites, unique marble foyer, lounge 

and corridors. The Adelphi hotel's leisure 

centre offers an indoor heated swimming 

pool, sauna, spa and state of the art gym. 

Comfortable bedrooms offer en suite, 

satellite TV, telephone, internet access, and 

tea/coffee making facilities. Hotel has a lift. 


3 DAYS 

£149 


• Excursions as specified • Dinner, bed & 

breakfast • 99p BAR 2.30pm to 11.00pm on 

Friday and Saturday (wines, draught beers 

and house drinks) 


AWE2085 £14 £24 

London 

Musical 

Double Bill 

Tue 17 – Wed 18 July 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Ramada hotel. Later we rejoin our coach for 

the transfer into the West End to your chosen show. 

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast we head back into 

central London for free time before taking your seats 

for your chosen matinee performance. 

Evening Show Choice 

Matinee Show Choice 

2 DAYS 

from 

£179 

RaMaDa DoCkLaNDS HotEL 

★★★★ London 

This 4 star hotel has a stunning water’s edge 

position, all 224 contemporary en suite 

bedrooms include satellite TV, airconditioning, 

tea/coffee facilities and 

hairdryer. The hotel has a lift. 




JERSEY BOYS & LES MISERABLES OR LION KING 

REF: INSURANCE SINGLE SUP PRICE 

AWE 2182 £11 £21 £179 

MAMMA MIA & LES MISERABLES OR LION KING 

REF: INSURANCE SINGLE SUP PRICE 

AWE 2182A £11 £21 £185 


Photo © Flickr_SPakhrin 

WEEKEND BREAKS


Tatton Park 

Flower Show 

Fri 20 – Sun 22 July 2012 

Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£189 


way to Stretton, via Derbyshire and the Cat and 

Fiddle Pass, arriving late afternoon. 

Day 2: Today we make our way to Tatton Park, 

which provides a glorious parkland setting for the 

magnificent RHS Flower Show. The unique blend of 

innovative and imaginative show gardens, floral 

marquees, practical ideas and vibrate displays 

makes for a perfect gardening experience in the 

grounds of the regions grandest Georgian Mansion. 

Day 3: After breakfast we visit Trentham Italian 

Gardens. This 750 acre garden has undertaken a 

£100 million restoration of its Capability Brown 

parkland and Sir Charles Barry Italian Gardens. Enjoy 

the calm and colourful surroundings of one of the 

most important historical gardens in Britain. After a 

leisurely day we make our way back to Norfolk. 

PaRk RoyaL ★★★★ Stretton, Cheshire 

Situated in a charming village just 3 miles 

south of Warrington, the Park Royal Hotel 

offers a good range of facilities including 

restaurant, bar and leisure club with large 

swimming pool, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, 

and tennis courts. The hotel boasts almost 

150 bedrooms, all with en suite bathroom, 

satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee making 






AWE2090 £14 £40 

Manchester Ship 

Canal Cruise 

Fri 31 Aug – Sun 2 Sept 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Stretton, via Derbyshire and the Cat and 

Fiddle Pass, arriving late afternoon. 

Day 2: This morning we make our way to 

Seacombe on the Wirral. We join the Mersey Ferries 

Ship for a fascinating 6 hour leisurely cruise, the 

whole length of the Manchester Ship Canal. The 

cruise takes in spectacular scenery leaving 

passengers with a awe inspiring sense of how its 

construction shaped forever the City of Manchester 

and the North West of England. The 35 mile cruise 

includes a live commentary and provides a revealing 

insight into the history of one of Britain’s most 

important waterways. Refreshments and snacks are 

available onboard. On arrival at Salford Quays, our 

coach is waiting to collect us and return us to the 

hotel. 

Day 3: After breakfast we make our way back to 

Norfolk with suitable stops en route to your local 

drop-off point. 

PaRk RoyaL ★★★★ Stretton, Cheshire 

Situated in a charming village just 3 miles 

south of Warrington, the Park Royal Hotel 

offers a good range of facilities including 

restaurant, bar and leisure club with large 

swimming pool, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, 

and tennis courts. The hotel boasts 150 

bedrooms, all with en suite bathroom, 

satellite TV, telephone and tea/coffee making 



3 DAYS 

£189 




AWE2111 £14 £40 


The Great Dorset 

Steam Fair 

Fri 31 Aug – Sun 2 Sept 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: After joining our coach we take a leisurely 

drive to Winchester. After some free time we 

continue to our hotel in Bournemouth for 2 nights 

dinner, bed and breakfast. 

Day 2: Today we visit the Great Dorset Steam Fair, 

held in the showground near Blandford Forum, in 

the heart of the beautiful Dorset countryside. There 

are around 200 working steam engines on show 

and 2000 other working exhibits, including a steamdriven 

funfair. Vintage, veteran and classic cars, 

lorries, military vehicles, tractors and motorcycles 

are represented alongside 500 trade stands, 

numerous food stalls and live music. You will be 

amazed at the variety of exhibitions and the sheer 

scale of the show. 

Day 3: Departing from Bournemouth after breakfast 

we journey to Windsor before continuing to Norfolk 

to your local drop-off point. 

WESSEx HotEL ★★★ Bournemouth 

The Wessex Hotel is situated in its own 

grounds on the prestigious West Cliff of 

Bournemouth and is only five minutes from 

the town centre. All rooms have TV, radio, 

direct dial telephone, hairdryer, together with 

tea and coffee making facilities. The leisure 

club boasts both indoor and outdoor heated 

pools, steam room and sauna and 

gymnasium. Lift access to all floors. 


3 DAYS 

£179 




AWE2112 £14 £24 

Photo © Flickr – Timitrius

Sunday 

Night in the City 

with Afternoon 

tea at Harrods 

Sun 30 Sep – Mon 1 Oct 2012 

Itinerary 


way into London for free time. This afternoon we 

enjoy Afternoon Tea at Harrods, the world’s most 

famous department store! Situated in the stunning 

Georgian Restaurant, the quintessentially English 

afternoon tea includes a delightful array of freshly 

made sandwiches, home baked scones and a 

selection of handmade pastries from the famous 

Harrod’s Patisserie. The tea itself is grown in 

Harrod’s very own tea garden. Truly an experience to 

be savoured and remembered. Later we check into 

the Guoman Tower Hotel for our overnight stay. 

Day 2: After breakfast we head to Covent Garden 

for free time to explore at your own pace. This 

afternoon we return back to Norfolk to your local 

joining point. 

GoUMaN toWER HotEL ★★★★ London 

The hotel is located on the north bank of the 

River Thames right beside Tower Bridge and 

the Tower of London. All en suite bedrooms 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality 

tray and lift access. In addition all rooms 

afford excellent views over the marina, the 

river, Tower Bridge or the Tower of London. 


2 DAYS 

£135 




AWE2183 £11 £23 

Blackpool 

Illuminations 

Weekend 

Fri 12 – Sun 14 October 2012 

Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£139 


way to the northwest of England for our 2 night stay. 

After dark we rejoin our coach for a ride through the 

famous lights. 

Day 2: Enjoy a day at leisure in Blackpool. Take a 

tram ride up to Fleetwood market or maybe visit the 

pleasure beach or take a trip up the Tower. 

Day 3: After breakfast we leave Blackpool and begin 

our journey home via Derbyshire stopping in 

Bakewell for lunch. We then continue our journey 

back to your local joining point. 

HaCkEttS yoRk HoUSE HotEL 

★★ Blackpool 

The hotel occupies an enviable position on 

Blackpool’s Queen's Promenade. Having 

grown over the last 20 years from one small 

hotel to the 101 bedrooms of today, Hackett’s 

is a firm favourite with coach groups and 

private visitors alike. The hotel enjoys sea 

views from its seafront position and has a 

restaurant, cosy bar and lift. Guest bedrooms 

offer en suite, colour TV and tea/coffee 

making facilities. 





AWE2142 £14 Nil 

The Good 

Old Days 


Itinerary 


way to West Yorkshire, making suitable stops en 

route, arriving late afternoon at the Hilton Hotel for 

2 night's dinner, bed & breakfast. 

Day 2: This morning we make our way to historic 

York where we have time to explore some of the 

city’s many attractions. You can visit the National 

Railway Museum or maybe walk the City Walls. No 

trip is complete without visiting the magnificent York 

Minster and the famous Betty’s Tearooms. In the 

afternoon we make our way back to the hotel for an 

early evening meal, with plenty of time to get ready 

for tonight's extravaganza at the famous City 

Varieties. The much loved old time music hall ‘Good 

Old Days’ show was originally filmed for television 

and still remains a firm favourite with both young 

and old alike. 

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast we make our way 

back to Norfolk and your local drop-off point. 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ Bradford 

The Hilton Bradford is a modern hotel 

situated in the city centre. All 120 Guest 

rooms are en suite with satellite TV, telephone, 

hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. 

The hotel has a comfortable and friendly bar 

and restaurant, with lift access to all floors. 


3 DAYS 

£179 




AWE2151 £11 Nil 


WEEKEND BREAKS

UK TOURS 

Bournemouth 

All Inclusive 

Monday 6 – Friday 10 February 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Morning collection from your 

home to join our coach for the 

leisurely drive to Bournemouth, 

arriving mid-afternoon. 

Day 2: Today we have a morning 

drive through the glorious woods and 

heathland of the New Forest, stopping 

off at Lyndhurst. We then head back 

to the hotel for lunch. This afternoon, 

why not join us for a ride to the lovely 

harbour town of Poole, a delightful 

town with its historic quayside, shops 

and famous pottery. 

Day 3: Today we have a full day tour, 

firstly to Dorchester to visit the 

Market. In the afternoon we drive on 

to Weymouth, with its quaint little 

back streets that wind round the old 

harbour and the magnificent sweep of 

Weymouth bay. 

Day 4: Day at leisure in 

Bournemouth. 

Day 5: We depart the hotel after 

breakfast and make our way to Royal 

Windsor. After free time, we return to 

Norfolk, arriving early evening where 

our door to door service will be 

waiting to take you home. 

SUNCLIff HotEL ★★★ Bournemouth 

5 DAYS 

£269 

Conveniently located on the prestigious East Cliff, close to the zigzag 

path that leads down to the seven mile stretch of fine sandy beaches. 

All 95 bedrooms have en suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer, and 

hot drinks refreshment tray. The hotel also boasts a leisure club, 

including indoor heating pool, gym and sauna. There is a lift to all 

floors. Our excellent value for money package includes 4 nights full 

board accommodation, free bar from 5pm – 8pm (house brands) and 

nightly entertainment. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Excursions as specified 

• Full Board Accommodation • Door to door service 


AWE1994 £21 £Nil (Ltd Availability) 

Cornish 

Winter Warmer 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup, 

we make our way to Falmouth for 

4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at 

the Falmouth Beach Hotel. 

Day 2: Full day tour around the West 

Cornwall Peninsular. Our first stop is 

the ancient market town of Penzance 

with its pretty harbour and level 

seafront. We then make a brief stop at 

Lands End before heading along the 

heritage coast, passing through the 

coastal villages of St Just, and Zennor 

to St Ives. Wander the maze of 

cobbled streets with their quaint stone 

cottages, explore the harbour or 

maybe pay a visit to the Tate gallery. 

Day 3: Day at leisure. 

Day 4: This morning we visit Truro. 

This bustling town is the centre of 

administration, commerce and tourism 

for the county of Cornwall, and offers 

excellent pedestrianised shopping, 



5 DAYS 

£279 

cobbled streets, Georgian townhouses, 

and a magnificent Cathedral. We then 

take a drive around the Roseland 

Peninsula, one of the most 

picturesque and unspoilt parts of the 

British Isles with delightful rivers, 

pretty villages and quaint hamlets. We 

make a brief stop at St Mawes, the 

town boasts a 16th century castle and 

wonderful views across the River Fal. 

Day 5: After breakfast sadly we must 

leave to begin our homeward journey, 

where our door to door service will be 


bESt WEStERN faLMoUtH bEaCH HotEL ★★★ Falmouth 

This comfortable, well-appointed family hotel commands fine views of 

the Cornish Coast, and is situated just a ten-minute walk from the 

bustling town centre. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, 

hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel also boasts an indoor leisure 

complex with swimming pool, sauna, solarium and steam room. The 

hotel has a lift, however there are steps to some bedrooms. 



• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to door service 



Photo © Flickr_spencer77

Photo © DAVID ILIFF Roman_Baths 

Delightful 

Somerset 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Street for 

4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast at 

the Wessex Hotel. 

Day 2: Full day excursion to Bath. 

Already a spa resort in Roman times, 

Bath became the height of fashion 

during the eighteenth century and has 

many fine Georgian buildings. The 

Pump Room is well worth a visit and 

there are several museums, including 

the world’s largest costume museum, 

as well as the fine medieval abbey. 

Day 3: This morning we pay a short 

visit to Glastonbury, the birthplace of 

English Christianity and supposed 

burial place of King Arthur. We then 

head to medieval Wells, one of 

England’s smallest cathedral cities, 

with the opportunity to obtain lunch. 

This afternoon we head back to the 

hotel with free time to visit the nearby 

WESSEx HotEL ★★ Street 

5 DAYS 

£215 

tourist attraction – Clark’s Shopping 

Village, which offers a large selection 

of high street names at discount 

prices. 

Day 4: This morning we make our 

way to Weston-Super-Mare. This 

traditional seaside resort nestles in a 

sandy bay at the foot of the Mendip 

Hills. The level promenade offers 

marvellous views across the Bristol 

channel to the Welsh coast. This 

afternoon we visit the beautiful 

Cheddar Gorge. Lying in the heart of 

the Mendip Hills this is one of the 

most awesome geological features in 

England. Its naturally rugged high 

sides and flat cliff tops make it 

deservedly an area of outstanding 

natural beauty. 

Day 5: After breakfast we make our 

way back to Norfolk with suitable 

stops en route, where our door to door 

service will be waiting to take you 

home. 

Located in the heart of historic Somerset, this family run hotel is an 

ideal base from which to explore this beautiful part of the country. All 

en suite bedrooms offer TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality tray and 

lift access. 






The English 

Riviera Winter Warmer 


Itinerary 

Day 1: You will be picked up from 

home by our door to door service and 

taken to the coach for the journey 

southwest to Devon, reaching the 

hotel in plenty of time to settle in 

before dinner. 

Day 2: Full day tour that begins with 

a drive to Moretonhampstead and the 

House of Marbles for morning coffee, 

before heading across wild and 

rugged Dartmoor via Princetown. We 

then continue to Buckfast to visit the 

12th century Abbey and its beautiful 

grounds. 


Day 4: After breakfast we follow the 

Torbay coastline as we make the short 

journey to Brixham, a maritime 

treasure with a busy fishing port. 

Wander the maze of narrow winding 

HEaDLaND HotEL ★★★ Torquay 

5 DAYS 

£229 

streets, or visit one of the many cafes 

around the harbour and watch the 

world go by. Later, we continue to 

Dartmouth, carved into the banks of 

the River Dart. This delightful town 

has narrow streets, overhanging 

medieval houses and old quays, as 

well as breathtaking views across the 

estuary. 

Day 5: After breakfast we depart 

Torquay for our return journey back to 

Norfolk where our door to door service 

will be waiting to take you home. 

This elegant hotel, originally built for the Russian Royal family, the 

Romanoffs, is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Torquay, 

sitting majestically on the headland, overlooking the sea. All en suite 

bedrooms offer hospitality tray, TV, telephone and lift access. 







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UK TOURS 

Rolling Back 

the Years 

Monday 5 March – Friday 9 March 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Our door to door service 

makes for a relaxing departure after 

which we head to Criccieth in North 

Wales. After dinner we have a 

lighthearted evening with music from 

the in the 50’s & 60’s, with lots of fun, 

quizzes, competitions and price 

comparisons etc . 

Day 2: After breakfast we head to the 

beautiful isle of Anglesley and in 

particular to Llanfairpwll.......gogogoch 

for coffee and the Pringle Wollen Mill. 

On then to Llandudno, the elegant 

Victorian resort, to exchange one of 

your vouchers for a delicious 

Cadwaladers Ice Cream – a real treat. 

Also enjoy a visit to The Home Front 

Museum or Llandudno Museum – a 

voucher to cover the cost of entry is 

included. This afternoon we return to 

our hotel via the Conwy Valley with a 

brief stop in Betws-y-Coed. Dinner 

tonight is followed by entertainment. 

Day 3: Enjoy a leisurely morning in 

Criccieth. This afternoon we travel 

through some spectacular 

Snowdonian countryside to Blaenau 

Ffestiniog where we have the fantastic 

journey on the Ffestiniog Railway to 

Portmadog. After dinner we enjoy a 

nostalgic trip down memory lane with 

a film “The Way We Were” a 1960’s 

look at Britain the age of Flower 

Power and Free Love!! 

Day 4: Today we head to Porthmadog 

for a ride on the Welsh Highland 

Heritage Railway – a general mode of 

transport in the 50’s. Afterwards you 

can exchange one of your coupons for 

tea and scones, or Bara Brith, served 

in the Station Café. In the afternoon 

we make a visit to the renowned 

Italianate village and beautiful garden 

of Portmerion. Tonight is our ‘Rock & 

Roll’ Party night, so get your glad rags 

on and enjoy a sumptuous dinner – 

then good old-fashioned fun…. ‘Let’s 

Twist Again’… 

Day 5: We depart after breakfast and 

travel back to Norfolk where our door 

to door service will be waiting to 

transfer you to your home. 

tHE LIoN HotEL ★★★ WTB Criccieth 

Situated on the village green commanding magnificent views of 

Cardigan Bay, the Lion Hotel has been developed and extended from an 

old inn, into the comfortable and friendly hotel it is today. All bedrooms 

have private facilities, radio, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea and 

coffee-making facilities. The hotel has a garden, lounge bar, cocktail 

bar & lift. 






5 DAYS 

£305 

St Agnes & 

The Cornish Coast 

Itinerary 


home to join the coach for a relaxing 

journey to St. Agnes. 

Day 2: This morning we travel to St. 

Ives, a delightful old harbour town and 

resort. We then return to our hotel for 

an afternoon at leisure in the unspoilt 

village of St Agnes. 


Tuesday 6 – Saturday 10 March 2012 

Day 3: An excursion to Truro and 

Falmouth. Truro cathedral which was 

completed in 1910 and incorporates 

part of the original 16th century parish 

church and is well worth a visit. 

Falmouth is an historic maritime town 

and now home to the National 

Maritime Museum. The town’s 

shopping streets lie just off the 

waterfront and are connected by small 

alleyways offering tantalizing glimpses 

of the water and link the harbour with 

a charming mix of shops and art 

galleries and Cafés. 

Day 4: Our excursion today takes us 

to the resort of Newquay. After free 

time we make our way to the 

picturesque resort of Padstow, famous 

for being the home to Rick Stein’s 

Fish Restaurants. 


return journey back to Norfolk where 



tHE RoSEMUNDy HoUSE HotEL ★★★ St Agnes 

Based on an elegant Queen Anne residence, this country hotel is set in 

secluded gardens and woodland 100 yards from St Agnes village 

centre. All rooms have private facilities, TV and hospitality tray. There 

is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested, but are subject to 

availability). 






5 DAYS 

£299

Delights of 

Devon - Paignton 

Monday 12 – Friday 16 March 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: After our door to door service 

collects you from your home you are 

taken to meet the coach for a relaxing 

journey to Paignton, arriving at the 

Marine Hotel with plenty of time to 

settle in before dinner. 


via Teignmouth and Dawlish to the city 

of Exeter. We enjoy a guided coach 

tour of Exeter’s historical sites, 

including the Quayside and university 

campus. On our return we have a 

brief stop at the House of Marbles for 

refreshments. 


Day 4: We visit the ancient market 

town of Totnes where the busy narrow 

streets are dominated by the castle 

and church tower. We then head to 

MaRINE HotEL ★★ Paignton 

Olde Worlde Dartmouth with free time 

to enjoy this unspoilt harbour town. 

You may wish to take an optional boat 

trip on the River Dart (fare not 

included). We make a stop at Buckfast 

Abbey before returning to our hotel. 


Paignton and travel back to Norfolk 



Situated on a level position, directly opposite the seafront and a short 

walk to the town centre. The hotel is airy, modern and light yet highly 

comfortable. The sunlit reception area takes you through to the plushly 

designed conservatory boasting a panoramic view of the seafront and 

the pretty Palace Gardens. A lift serves all floors and all en suite 

bedrooms are delightfully furnished, comfortable, and centrally heated 

with beverage making facilities, hair dryers and TV. 






5 DAYS 

£259 

Springtime 

in The Lakes 


Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup 

we make our way to Bowness for our 

4 night stay at the Burnside Hotel. 

Day 2: This morning we begin with a 

ride to the pleasant town of Kendal. 

We then head over the rugged Shap 

Fells to Pooley Bridge. Here we enjoy 

a cruise along Ullswater, said to be 

the most beautiful of all the Lakes. We 

disembark at Glenridding and climb 

over the rugged Kirkstone Pass and 

descend back into Bowness. 

Day 3: This morning we visit the 

delightful little village of Hawkshead 

with its traditional Lakeland cottages 

and delightful narrow streets and 

speciality shops. We return to 

Bowness for an afternoon at leisure. 

Day 4: This morning we visit 

Grasmere, one of Cumbria’s most 

bURNSIDE HotEL ★★★ Bowness 

popular villages, famed for its little 

ginger bread shop and literary links to 

William Wordsworth. We then head 

over the Dunmail Rise to the town of 

Keswick, set amid spectacular lake 

and mountain scenery. 



stops en route where our door to door 


home. 

Located just 300 metres from the lake and piers, as well as the 

bustling village centre, this superbly appointed hotel boasts a superb 

indoor swimming pool as well as spa, sauna and steam room. All 

bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, tea/coffee making facilities and 

lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£359 


UK TOURS

UK TOURS 

Ludlow & the 

Shropshire Hills 

Sunday 18 – Thursday 22 March 2012 

Itinerary 


makes for a relaxed departure, after 

which we make our way to Ludlow 

arriving late afternoon. We enjoy a 

welcome drink before dinner, 

afterwards a local guide gives an 

introductory talk on Ludlow and 

Shropshire. 

Day 2: Today we are joined by a 

guide for a tour around 

Herefordshire’s black and white village 

trail, passing villages such as 

Knighton, Pembridge, Eardisland and 

Weobley. We also include a visit to the 

historic city of Hereford with its 

magnificent cathedral, delightful 

architecture and lots of interesting 

little side streets. In the evening at the 

hotel there will be an Antiques 

Roadshow. You can bring along a 

small item of curiosity for discussion 

with a local antiques dealer. 

Day 3: Our first stop today is in 

Craven Arms for a visit to the Secret 

Hills Discovery Centre, giving an 

insight into the lovely Shropshire Hills. 

tHE fEatHERS HotEL ★★★ Ludlow 

Part of the visit includes a simulated 

balloon flight over the Shropshire Hills. 

We continue via Church Stretton to 

Shrewsbury, almost an island caught 

in a loop of the River Severn. The 

town features breezy black and white 

timbered houses so typical of the 

Welsh Marches. The town has a wide 

selection of shops, olde style inns, 

traditional pubs and modern 

restaurants. 

Day 4: This morning you may like to 

join us for a short ride out of the town 

to The Ludlow Food Centre, a 

showcase for local foodstuffs, some of 

which are produced on the premises. 

A talk will be given and some samples 

are available for tasting. We then 

return to Ludlow where the rest of the 

day is free to explore this lovely town. 

Tonight will feature a Murder Mystery 

evening at the hotel when a local 

amateur group will present a plot for 

the sleuths among the group to solve. 




waiting to take you home upon arrival. 

The famous black and white timber façade of this exclusive 40 room 

hotel dates from 1619 and its interior features do not disappoint – 

Huge stone fireplaces, dark wooden panelling and beams all add 

character to this lovely building. All en suite rooms have TV, hospitality 

tray, hairdryer and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£315 

Scarborough 


Itinerary 


we travel north to Yorkshire, arriving at 

the Esplande Hotel. 

Day 2: We spend today exploring the 

historic walled city of York. Take the 

opportunity to visit the National 

Railway Museum, the Jorvik Centre, 

walk the city walls or explore the 

narrow streets and alleyways around 

the Shambles. No visit to York is 

complete without seeing the 

magnificent York Minster (entry not 

included). Whilst in York we include a 

guided panoramic coach tour of the 

city. 

Day 3: A free day to discover the 

varied attractions of Scarborough and 

enjoy the delightful promenade in the 

Belvedere Gardens. Take a short walk 

to the town centre and shops, or 

amble down to the beaches of South 

Bay, or the busy little harbour. Explore 

the town with its indoor markets and 

antique shops, or walk up to 

Scarborough’s fortress castle and 

enjoy the views across the bays. 

Day 4: This morning we head north 

following the coast road to Whitby, the 

famous fishing port that was once the 


5 DAYS 

£279 

home of Captain James Cook. High 

above the harbour stands the 7th 

century Abbey, the inspiration for 

Bram Stoker’s Dracula (entry not 

included). We have time to wander 

around the narrow streets and busy 

harbour side before leaving over 

scenic North Yorkshire Moors to 

Goathland, a thriving tourist 

destination which is the setting for the 

TV series ‘Heartbeat’. 





home. 

ESPLaNDE HotEL ★★★ Scarborough 

The AA/RAC 3 Star Esplanade Hotel enjoys a commanding position on 

Scarborough’s South Cliff, yet is just a short walk from the beach, the 

Spa and the town centre. Bedrooms are all en suite with TV and 

tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. 





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Isle of Wight 

Cruise Themed Break 


Itinerary 


home to join the coach for the journey 

to the South Coast where our launch 

will be waiting to transport us to the 

Isle of Wight and the ‘SS Trouville’ in 

Sandown. On arrival we are served 

afternoon tea before settling into ‘your 

cabins’. This evening enjoy the chef’s 

Best of British dinner this is followed 

by entertainment in the ballroom. 

Day 2: After our traditional English 

breakfast we have a full day excursion 

along the South Coast road to 

Freshwater Bay, with its huge Chalk 

Stacks. We then continue on to the 

islands most westerly point, The 

Needles, and the multi-coloured sands 

of Alum Bay. This afternoon we rejoin 

our ‘ship’ for afternoon tea and cake 

with a quiz in the starboard lounge. 

Day 3: Breakfast will be served in the 

restaurant with views across the sweep 

of the bay. Why not go ashore today 

and explore the resort of ‘Costa del 

Sandown’. This evening join us in the 

ballroom for a wine reception at the 

‘Captains Drinks Party’ prior to dinner. 

Day 4: After breakfast our shore 

excursion takes us to the lovely village 

of Godshill, thought by many to be the 

tRoUvILLE HotEL ★★ Sandown 

prettiest on the Island. We then make 

our way to Ryde and Waltzing Waters 

- the world's most elaborate water, 

light and music production. "It’s like 

nothing you've ever seen before"...a 

triumph of artistry and engineering. 

Visitors are overwhelmed by 

thousands of dazzling patterns of 

moving water synchronised with 

music in spectacular fashion. This 

afternoon we rejoin the ‘ship’ for 

afternoon tea and cake on deck this is 

followed by “bingo”. After dinner a 

final night of entertainment, music and 

dancing with the ship’s farewell 

sparkling candlelight night in the 

ballroom. 

Day 5: This morning we arrive back in 

‘Blighty’, disembarkation will 

commence after a hearty English 

breakfast. We then continue to Norfolk 

with suitable stops en route, where 



This hotel is situated in the centre of Sandown, and is the sister hotel 

of the Shanklin hotel which we have used now for many years. 

Located on the Esplanade, opposite the golden beach, overlooking the 

bay, with the pier and shops close by. All en suite bedrooms have 

telephone, TV, tea/coffee tray and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£285 

Scottish 

All Inclusive 

Sunday 25 – Thursday 29 March 2012 

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collects you from home to join the 

coach for your journey north through 

ever-changing countryside to our hotel 

in Drymen. 

Day 2: After a hearty breakfast, we 

depart for a special scenic tour to take 

in the beautiful sights of Loch Lomond. 

Day 3: Today we have a full day in 

Edinburgh, the ‘Athens of the North’, 

and one of the world’s most attractive 

capitals; few cities can match 

Edinburgh’s dramatic grandeur. 

(Includes a guided tour of Edinburgh) 

Day 4: A complete contrast today as 

we visit the romantic Trossachs, often 

called the ‘Highlands in Miniature’ and 

the historic town of Stirling. 

WINNoCk HotEL ★★★ Drymen 

Day 5: After breakfast we reluctantly 

have to leave the Scottish borders and 

head home to Norfolk where our door 

to door service will be waiting to take 

you home. 

The hotel faces the picturesque village green, in the centre of Drymen, 

to the east side of Loch Lomond. All rooms are en suite, with colour TV, 

telephone, and tea/coffee tray. The hotel does not have a lift, but there 

are a few rooms on the ground floor, which are accessed externally 

only. The remainder of the rooms are situated on the first floor. 


5 DAYS 

£345 

• Luxury executive coach travel • Dinner, bed & breakfast 

• Packed Lunches • Unlimited house brand drinks 1930 – 2230 

• Excursions as specified • Door to door service 




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Delightful 

North Devon 


Itinerary 


we make our way to North Devon with 

suitable stops en route, arriving late 

afternoon. 

Day 2: This morning we head to the 

market town of Barnstaple reputedly 

England’s oldest borough, which has 

gained consistent recognition in the 

annual Britain in Bloom. Whilst here, 

why not have a look round the famous 

pannier market with its local Devon 

specialities. We return to Bideford for 

an afternoon at leisure. 

Day 3: This morning we head to 

Dartington Crystal Visitors Centre to 

see first hand how crystal is handcrafted 

with skill and care, from the 

blowing of the molten glass through to 

the final finishing. We then head to 

the Cornish seaside resort of Bude. 

Day 4: This morning we journey to 

the picturesque resort of Lynmouth 

where we have time to explore the 

narrow streets or maybe take the cliff 

railway to the village of Lynton (fare 

not included). We continue our journey 

through scenic ‘Little Switzerland’ and 

along the spectacular coastline to the 

village of Dunster, with its famous 

castle and octagonal Yarn Market. We 

return to Bideford via the Exmoor 

National Park. 


way back to Norfolk with suitable stops 

en route where our door to door service 


DURRaNt HoUSE HotEL ★★★ Bideford 

Overlooking the estuary, this hotel is superbly situated for exploring 

the magnificent coastline, sandy beaches and unspoilt villages. Dating 

back to the 1800’s this is the largest hotel in North Devon, with rooms 

fully equipped to high standards with TV, hairdryer, hospitality tray and 

lift access. The hotel also boasts excellent leisure facilities including 

an outdoor pool, sauna, solarium and mini gym. 





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5 DAYS 

£250 

Plymouth & 

Springtime at Eden 

Itinerary 


we travel south to Plymouth, arriving 

late afternoon at the four star Holiday 

Inn. 

Day 2: After breakfast we take a 

leisurely jaunt across Dartmoor 

National Park to visit Princetown. After 

free time we continue to the pretty 

town of Tavistock, a lively Pannier 

Market town with an abundance of 

unique local shops. 

Day 3: Free day to explore Plymouth. 

This wonderful naval city is where the 

17th century Pilgrim fathers sailed to 

America, and houses a busy harbour 

and excellent shops. 

Day 4: This morning we head into 

Cornwall, for a day at the Eden 

Project, now in its 11th year. During 

March the outdoor landscape is 

awash in drifts of dancing daffodils, 

painting the landscape in swathes of 


Thursday 29 March – Monday 2 April 2012 

HoLIDay INN ★★★★ Plymouth 

glorious sunny yellows. You’ll find a 

kaleidoscope of flowering treasures in 

the Med Biome, including stunning 

displays of tulips and Amaryllis 

together with incredible Echiums and 

Madeiran Geraniums. The Med Biome 

is also renowned for its fragrance, as 

soon as you step inside you’ll be 

greeted by those wonderful holiday 

scents of the Med, including orange 

blossom, lavender and rosemary, 

floating in the air. 

Day 5: After breakfast we begin our 

journey back to Norfolk where our 

door to door service will be waiting to 

take you home. 

The 4 Star Holiday Inn overlooks the famous Hoe and out towards 

Plymouth Sound. It is a modern high-rise hotel offering extensive 

facilities, including leisure club with indoor swimming pool. 

Spectacular views of the city can be enjoyed from the restaurant and 

bar on the top floor. All bedrooms are en suite, and have satellite 

television, telephone and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has 

a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£349

Warners Leisure Hotels 

Some of the beautiful properties in the Warner Leisure Hotels portfolio are Grade I and II listed buildings, while others 

are remarkable for their stunning countryside settings. All are surrounded by immaculate gardens and have a relaxed 

and informal ambience for all to enjoy. 

Bodelwyddan Castle 

North Wales 

Set in 200 acres of parkland, with 

breathtaking views of the Clwydian 

Hills and of the Snowdonia National 

Park, which is less than an hour away, 

the Grade II listed Bodelwyddan Castle 

with its ivy-clad turrets and 

commanding hilltop position offers a truly unforgettable experience. Bodelwyddan 

Castle is also home to the National Portrait Gallery's Victorian Collection. The 

grounds include formal gardens, woodland walks, historical sites and even a maze 

to negotiate. This fabulous resort also boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, 

sauna bowls complex and beauty salon. Ambassador rooms are equipped with ensuite 

facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. 

Excursions Included: • Full Day Chester • Full Day Snowdonia National Park 

Thoresby Hall, 

Nottinghamshire 

Thoresby Hall is set in the heart of 

Robin Hood Country on the edge of 

ancient Sherwood Forest. It is a Grade 

1 listed Georgian property with formal 

gardens, parkland and a fishing lake. 

It has excellent facilities including a 

swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fitness studio. There is live nightly 

entertainment in the Pavilion Cabaret room, a coffee shop and terrace. All the 

Ambassador en suite bedrooms have colour TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea 

making facilities. There is a lift. Please note: the property is large and spread out, 

so there is some walking involved to your accommodation. 

Excursions Included: 

• Full Day Chatsworth House • Full Day Nottingham & Sherwood Forest 

Littlecote House, 

Hungerford Berkshire 

Littlecote House Hotel is a grade I 

listed Tudor Mansion set in the rolling 

hills of the Wiltshire countryside in the 

valley of the River Kennett. 

Throughout this fabulous house and 

grounds, you can move effortlessly 

from the past to present. Your comfortable en suite Ambassador rooms have TV, 

radio, hairdryer, direct dial telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. Other 

facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, coffee shop, 

snooker room, bar, and cabaret room. 

Excursions Included: • Full Day Bath • Full Day Salisbury 

Nidd Hall, Harrogate 

Set in its own extensive grounds on 

the outskirts of Harrogate, this 

charming Grade II listed hall is at the 

centre of the modern hotel which 

provides the perfect location for a 

relaxing break. The magnificent indoor 

pool, health spa and fitness centre 

provide the perfect facilities for a workout before enjoying good food in the stylish 

restaurant and first class entertainment in the purpose built cabaret venue. All 

Ambassador rooms are equipped with en-suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer 

and tea/coffee making facilities. 

Excursions Included: • Full Day York • Full Day Skipton & Harrogate 

Cricket St Thomas, Somerset 

Located near Chard in Somerset, this 

Manor House is famous as the setting 

for the TV series ‘To The Manor Born’. 

Nestling in its own picturesque valley 

this beautiful building still retains its 

historic features such as the Grand 

Hall and sweeping staircase. All 

Ambassador bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, telephone, hospitality tray and 

lift access to most rooms. The hotel also boasts an extensive leisure centre offering 

an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room. There will be a full 

festive entertainment programme during your stay. 

Excursions Included: 

• Full Day Sidmouth & Exeter • Full Day Dorchester & Weymouth 

WaRNER PRICES 2012 

LITTLECOTE HOUSE 

AWE 2013 Monday 26 – Friday 30 March 2012 5 days £420 

BODELWYDDAN CASTLE 

AWE 2063 

NIDD HALL 

Monday 11 – Friday 15 June 2012 5 days £375 

AWE 2119 Monday 10 – Friday 14 September 2012 5 days £450 

THORESBY HALL 

AWE 2141 Monday 15 – Friday 19 October 2012 5 days £445 

CRICKET ST THOMAS 

AWE 2161 Monday 19 – Friday 23 November 2012 5 days £405 

Insurance £21 Single Supp £Nil (Ltd Availability) 

All Warner Holidays include 4 nights accommodation with dinner & breakfast, 

use of all leisure facilities, plus cabaret & entertainment every night. 


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Beamish 

& The Dales 

Monday 2 – Friday 6 April 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Darlington with 


afternoon. 

Day 2: We begin with a drive to 

Shildon. Here we visit Locomotion, an 

outpost of the National Railway 

Museum in York, and have chance to 

view the exhibits and memorabilia 

from the early days of railways – this 

area was the birthplace of rail. From 

here we head for the market town of 

Barnard Castle. Known as ‘Barny’ to 

the locals, we have time to explore the 

town. You can see where Dickens 

immortalised ‘Dothboys Hall’, take a 

look at Cromwell’s refuge or browse 

round the antique shops. Next we are 

on our way over the hills to Weardale 

and Stanhope, where we find the 

Durham Dales Visitor Centre. We have 

time to explore or relax in the tea 

room before we make our way back to 

Darlington. 

Day 3: A full day at the awardwinning 

Beamish. Take the tram and 

travel back in time to 1913, 

experience the transport, town, shops, 

houses and farm, all with costumed 

staff to authentically recreate the 

scene. You can visit a drift coalmine 

and look at life in 1825 by taking the 

pockerley railway to the manor. 

Day 4: This morning we are off to 

Northallerton, a delightful North 

Yorkshire market town with an 

excellent selection of shops for you to 

explore. From here we drive to nearby 

Leeming Bar where we join the 

Wensleydale Railway for a ride 

through beautiful scenery, passing 

lovely little villages as we make our 

way to Leyburn, where we take a 

break for lunch. This afternoon we 

finish with a visit to historic Richmond, 

with its 11th century castle and huge 

market square. The town is well worth 

exploring. Afterwards we return to the 

hotel. 


way back to Norfolk with suitable stops 

en route where our door to door service 


bLaCkWELL GRaNGE ★★★ Darlington 

The 3 star rated Blackwell Grange Hotel is a beautiful 17th century 

mansion peacefully situated in nine acres of its own grounds and 

surrounded by a scenic 18-hole golf course. Building commenced in 

1693 and was finally completed in 1717, the hotel was a private house 

until 1953.Hotel facilities include leisure club with heated indoor 

swimming pool, spa and saunas. All bedrooms are en suite and have 

television, radio, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making 







5 DAYS 

£315 

Easter 

in The Peaks 

Friday 6 – Monday 9 April 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point 

we make our way to South Yorkshire 

for our 3 night stay. 

Day 2: Our first stop today is the 

unusually named Pot House Hamlet, a 

small retail complex reached by an 

ancient wagon way alongside 

Silkstone Beck. Enjoy a coffee in the 

Potting Shed Café or treat yourself 

from the ice cream parlour. Moving on 

we drive across the Pennines and 

descend into picturesque 

Longdendale, with its five reservoirs 

and the trackbed of the old Woodhead 

rail route alongside. We come to 

Glossop with its Victorian mills, our 

lunch stop today. You have time to 

wander around the town before we 

are on our way over the notorious 

Snake Pass taking us into Derbyshire 

and Ladybower Reservoir, practice 

ground for the Dambusters raids on 


Germany in WW2. The afternoon stop 

is in delightful Castleton, a popular 

Peak District village. 

Day 3: This morning we start with a 

visit to beautiful Wentworth Castle 

Gardens. Renowned for its flower 

displays we have guided tours of the 

gardens and the house. The parklands 

cover over 500 acres. Time for 

refreshments in the café before we 

are on our way to learn where the 

expression “off your trolly” came 

from - the superb Trolleybus 

Eggstravangana at Sandtoft. There will 

be a chance to take a ride on one of 

the many vintage trollybuses , and 

even drive one on the ‘have a go’ 

simulator, there are 1960’s window 

displays, motorbus tours and much 

more. 

Day 4: After breakfast we leave and 

begin our homeward journey with 

suitable stops en route. 

bESt WEStERN aRDSLEy HoUSE HotEL ★★★ Ardsley 

The AA 3 Star Best Western Ardsley House Hotel was once the former 

home of one of Yorkshire’s most prominent families, and was classically 

built of mellow local stone in the late eighteenth century. Today it is a 

modern hotel which extends a warm welcome and has a leisure centre 

with swimming pool and gym. All bedrooms are en suite, with 

television, telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. 






4 DAYS 

£239

Eastbourne 

Sunday 8 – Thursday 12 April 2012 

Itinerary 



taken to meet the coach for our 

departure to Eastbourne. 

Day 2: This morning we go via 

Beachy Head to the resort of 

Worthing, situated at the foot of the 

South Downs with five miles of 

unspoilt coastline. Before returning to 

our hotel we visit the picturesque 

village of Alfriston. 

Day 3: A day at leisure to relax and 

explore your surroundings; take a 

walk along the lovely promenade 

gardens, stroll to the end of the 

nearby pier, or visit the modern 

shopping centre. 

Day 4: Our journey today takes us via 

the historic town of Hastings to Rye 

with its quaint charm, 18th century 

cobbled streets and breathtaking 

views of Romney Marsh. We continue 

our tour onto Battle. This attractive 

town gets it name from the Battle of 

Hastings. The town grew up around 

the Abbey of St Martin which was built 

by William the Conqueror. The 

imposing Abbey gatehouse built circa 

1338 can still be seen as you look 

down the length of the High Street. 

Day 5: Sadly we must leave after 

breakfast and make our way back to 

Norfolk, where our door to door 


home. 

CavENDISH HotEL ★★★★ Eastbourne 

Named after the 7th Duke of Devonshire, William Cavendish, this 

majestic 4-star hotel commands a superb seafront position on 

Eastbourne's Grand Parade opposite the historic bandstand. The hotel 

enjoys a reputation for fine food and wine in its magnificent Marine 

dining room where we dine at leisure, while the sun lounge and 

Coronet Bar offer views of the beach. All bedrooms have private 

facilities, satellite TV, radio, hairdryer, trouser press and tea/coffee 

making facilities. The hotel also has a lift to all floors. 






5 DAYS 

£325 

Bournemouth 

Spring Break 


Itinerary 




arriving mid-afternoon. 

Day 2: Day at leisure in Bournemouth. 

Day 3: Today we have a full day tour 

firstly to Dorchester to visit the 

Market. In the afternoon onto 

Weymouth, with its quaint little back 

streets that wind round the old 


Weymouth bay. 

Day 4: Today we have a morning 

drive through the glorious woods and 

heathland of the New Forest, stopping 

off at Lyndhurst. In the afternoon we 

take a scenic drive to the historic city 

RIvIERa HotEL ★★★ Bournemouth 

of Salisbury, with its magnificent 

Cathedral, the 400ft spire is the tallest 

in England. 







Located on Alum Chine with a superb outlook over to the Isle of Wight 

all en suite bedrooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. 

There is an indoor and outdoor pool, spa, sauna, snooker table, lounge, 

dance floor and entertainment. The hotel has a lift 






5 DAYS 

£289 


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Sidmouth 

Thursday 12 – Monday 16 April 2012 

Itinerary 



taken to meet the coach for a relaxed 

journey to Sidmouth, arriving in time 

to settle in before dinner. 

Day 2: We make our way via Budleigh 

Salterton to the resort of Exmouth, a 

delightful resort with golden sands 

backed by red cliffs and a tiny 

harbour. Whilst here maybe take a 

boat trip along the river Exe (not 

included). This afternoon we visit 

Killerton, one of the largest estates the 

National Trust has ever acquired, with 

a magnificent 18th century mansion, 

home of the Aclands, one of Devon's 

oldest families. 


through some delightful countryside to 

the small village of Broadwindsor and 

its craft centre. We then continue to 

Lyme Regis, set in an area of 

outstanding natural beauty. Its narrow 

tangle of streets and shops find their 

way down to the famous 13th century 

Cobb Harbour. The town also featured 

in the film ‘The Lieutenants Woman’ 

starring Meryl Streep. On our way 

back to Sidmouth we have a brief stop 

at the Donkey Santuary Visitors 

Centre, home to around 500 donkeys, 

set in unspoilt farmland and 

countryside. 


bEDfoRD HotEL ★★★ Sidmouth 


Sidmouth and travel back to Norfolk 


waiting to take you back to your home. 

This family run hotel is located on Sidmouth’s Esplande, with many 

rooms having breathtaking views of Lyme Bay. All bedrooms are en 

suite and feature TV, telephone, hospitality tray and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£369 

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we make our way to the Ivy Bush 

Royal Hotel. 

Day 2: This morning we travel west to 

the popular seaside resort of 

Saundersfoot where we have time to 

explore before heading to Tenby. With 

the old town walls, interesting little 

side street and alleyways to explore, 

as well as superb beaches, Tenby is 

South West Wales’s main holiday 

resort and is always a pleasant and 

friendly place to visit. Our return 

journey takes us via Pendine Sands 

and Laugharne, former home of Dylan 

Thomas. 


to the beautiful unspoilt scenery of the 

Gower Peninsula, designated an ‘Area 


Photo © donkey sanctuary sidmouth 

Delightful 

Corner of Wales 


of outstanding natural beauty’. We 

visit the picture postcard resort of 

Mumbles. View the nature reserve of 

Worm’s Head, and Rhossili Bay, where 

the 250ft cliff drops steeply to the 

beach below. 

Day 4: Today our excursion takes us 

to St Bride’s Bay and Newgale Sands 

to the magical place of St David’s, 

birthplace of the patron saint of Wales. 

St David’s has a beautiful cathedral, 

the smallest in Great Britain, which is 

well worth a visit. From St David’s we 

head around the Preseli Mountains 

and make our way back to the hotel. 





home. 

Ivy bUSH RoyaL HotEL ★★★ Carmarthen 

Set within walking distance of Carmarthen town centre, and once a 

favourite retreat for Lord Nelson, this hotel has been sympathetically 

modernised yet still retains its old world charm. All en suite bedrooms 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift 

access. 






5 DAYS 

£325

Cotswolds & 

The Spring Blossom Trail 

Monday 16 - Friday 20 April 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: You will be picked up at home 

by our door to door service to begin 

your journey to Tewkesbury, stopping 

en route in Warwick for lunch, before 

continuing to the hotel. 

Day 2: A full day travelling along the 

Cotswold’s romantic road. Our first 

stop is in Broadway, one of the 

showpiece Cotswold towns. We then 

make our way to Bourton-on–the- 

Water. This popular village straddles 

the River Windrush, which is crossed 

by many pretty little stone bridges, 

and is affectionately know as the ‘little 

Venice of the Cotswolds’. Our final 

stop today is Stow-on-the-Wold with 

its quaint antique shops and vast 

market square. 

Day 3: We head through the Vale of 

Evesham this morning, and enjoy a 

tour of its famous blossom trail. We 

return to explore the medieval 

townscape of Tewkesbury. Visit the 

many Tudor timber-framed buildings 

and the delightful Abbey with its long 

nave and Romanesque tower. Discover 

the hidden charms along the narrow 

alleyways where the eaves of crooked 

timber buildings nearly touch or 

maybe visit the Merchants House and 

Tewkesbury Museum. 

Day 4: Today we visit the delightful 

town of Cheltenham, regarded as the 

most complete Regency town in 

England. Cheltenham has many 

attractions including its superb 

architecture, wide tree lined avenues, 

stylish shopping, art galleries and 

museums. This afternoon we visit 

Sudeley Castle, set against the 

beautiful backdrop of the Cotswold 

hills. The castle is steeped in history 

with royal connections spanning a 

thousand years, and has played an 

important role in the turbulent and 

changing times of England’s past. 


back to Norfolk with suitable stops en 

route where our door to door service 


HILtoN PUCkRUP HaLL ★★★★ Tewkesbury 

Located on the outskirts of Tewkesbury in 140 acres of parkland, the 

luxurious Hilton Puckrup Hall has its own 18-hole championship golf 

course and spa. Facilities include the Balharries Restaurant and 

Terrace Bar, plus indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, gym, plus 

the Escape Spa which offers a range of treatments. All bedrooms are 

air-conditioned with flat screen TV, desk and easy chair, hairdryer and 

coffee maker. Lift available. 






5 DAYS 

£345 

Llandudno 

Spring Break 

Wednesday 18 – Sunday 22 April 2012 

Itinerary 


ensures a trouble free departure as 

we make our way across country to 

Llandudno. 

Day 2: Today our tour takes us 

through the Snowdonia National Park. 

Our morning coffee stop is at Betwsy-Coed, 

deservedly renowned as 

Wales’ most popular inland 

destination, surrounded by forests and 

magnificent mountains. We then head 

over the dramatic Llanberis Pass to 

the old town of Caernarfon, dominated 

by Edward I’s castle. 

Day 3: Day at leisure to explore 

Llandudno. 

Day 4:This morning we cross the 

Menai Straits to the Isle of Anglesey. 

We visit the historic town of 

Beaumaris with its medieval castle 

dating back to the reign of Edward I 

and its Victorian Pier, Gaol and Court 

House. We then stop for lunch at 

Lanfair PG, shortened from the 58 

letter longest named village in Britain. 

Day 5: After breakfast we must, 

reluctantly, leave Llandudno and head 

across country, arriving home mid 

evening to meet our door to door 

service. 

tyNEDaLE HotEL ★★★ WTB Llandudno 

The Tynedale Hotel has fast become a firm favourite with our clients 

over the years. Enjoying a prominent position opposite the bandstand, 

on the sweeping flat promenade, with no steps to the front of the 

hotel, its central position ensures easy access to all local amenities. 

All bedrooms are en suite, with TV, hospitality tray, hairdryer, lift 

access and telephone. The bar and lounge have magnificent views 

across Llandudno Bay. Entertainment is provided nightly. 






5 DAYS 

£339 


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Torquay 


Itinerary 


home by our door to door service, and 


south west to Devon, reaching the 

hotel in plenty of time to settle in 


Day 2: Full day excursion across the 

wilds of Dartmoor, keeping watch for 

the famous ponies, as we pass 

through some of the prettiest villages 

in Britain. We continue to the pretty 

town of Tavistock, with its lively 

pannier market and unique local 

shops. 


Day 4: Today’s excursion take us to 

maritime Plymouth, with free time to 

explore this historical city and maybe 

take a stroll along the magnificent 

area overlooking the sea called ‘the 

Hoe’. Our return journey takes us to 

Buckfast Abbey. 





tHE HEaDLaND HotEL ★★★ Torquay 




bedrooms offer hospitality tray, TV, telephone, and lift access. The 

hotel also boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna, spacious 

lounge bars and live nightly entertainment. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Dinner, bed and breakfast 




5 DAYS 

£279 

Weymouth 

& The Dorset Coast 

Monday 23 – Friday 27 April 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Weymouth, 

arriving late afternoon at the Prince 

Regent Hotel. 

Day 2: A free day to relax and explore 

Weymouth. 

Day 3: Dorchester, the county town of 

Dorset, is our destination this 

morning. The town is the fictional 

‘Casterbridge’ of Hardy’s novels. After 

free time here, we head off west to 

Lyme Regis – The Cobb featured in 

the film French Lietenant’s Woman, 

starring Meryl Streep. We make our 

way back to Weymouth along the 

coast road through Abbotsbury, home 

of the Swannery. 

Day 4: Our first visit today is to 

Maritime Poole, a delightful town with 

its historic quayside, shops and 

famous pottery. We spend the 


morning here. Later we travel round 

Poole Harbour, and crossing by the 

Sandbanks Ferry to the Isle of 

Purbeck and the charming resort of 

Swanage. Here we have time to 

explore before we make our way back 

to the hotel. 





home. 

PRINCE REGENt HotEL ★★★ Weymouth 

Located on Weymouth’s attractive seafront, and only a few minutes 

walk from the bustling town centre, this wonderful hotel provides an 

ideal base for this tour. All bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, 

telephone, and hospitality tray. The hotel has lift access to most floors. 






5 DAYS 

£349 

Photo © Flickr – Jim Linwood

Historic 

Yorkshire 

Thursday 26 – Monday 30 April 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to make our way 

north to the Yorkshire town of 

Bradford. 

Day 2: Our tour today begins with a 

drive into North Yorkshire and the 

ascent of Sutton Bank, with 

magnificent views across the Vale of 

York, en route to Helmsley. Here we 

have time to visit the famous Walled 

Garden (entry included) as well as 

obtain lunch and explore the huge 

market square. This afternoon we visit 

the magnificent Castle Howard, best 

known for its starring role in the 

acclaimed television series 

‘Brideshead Revisited’. 

Day 3: A short ride along the Aire 

Valley brings us to Skipton – the 

‘Gateway to the Dales’. Here we 

feature a visit to historic Skipton 

Castle, which dominates the main 

street. Today is market day and we 

have time to explore the stalls and 

town centre, with its little alleyways 

HILtoN HotEL ★★★★ Bradford 

and quaint shops, as well as obtain 

lunch. We make our way back to the 

hotel this afternoon via Bolton Abbey. 

The abbey and ruined Priory are set in 

a beautiful and tranquil location 

alongside the River Wharfe – a truly 

inspirational setting for many. 

Day 4: Today’s outing takes us first to 

Otley, the birthplace of Thomas 

Chippendale, (famously named Hotton 

in the TV series Emmerdale). From 

Otley we travel to the magnificent 

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal 

Water Garden, near Ripon. Now in the 

care of the National Trust, the 

Cistercian Abbey, Georgian Water 

Garden, medieval Deep Park, 

Elizabethan Hall and Victorian Church 

offer visitors an unparalleled 

opportunity to appreciate the range of 

England’s heritage at this World 

Heritage Site. 





home. 

The Hilton Bradford is a modern hotel situated in the city centre. All 

120 Guest rooms are en suite with satellite TV, telephone, hairdryer, 

and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a comfortable and 

friendly bar and restaurant, with lift access to all floors. 






5 DAYS 

£335 

Beautiful Bath 

Sunday 29 April – Thursday 3 May 2012 

Itinerary 


home and taken to meet the coach for 

our journey southwest to Midsomer 

Norton. 


way to the maritime city of Bristol for 

a guided coach tour. One of Europe’s 

most dynamic cities, with over a 

thousand years of history and a 

fascinating industrial and maritime 

heritage. Later we visit Dyrham Park, 

built between 1692 and 1704. It 

contains fine textiles and paintings, as 

well as items of blue-and-white 

delftware reflecting the contemporary 

taste for Dutch fashions. The restored 

Victorian domestic rooms are now 

open, including the kitchen, bells 

passage, bakehouse, larders, tenants' 

hall and delft-tiled dairy. You can also 

admire the formal garden and ancient 

deer-park. 

Day 3: Today we have a full day tour 

through the Mendip Hills and Cheddar 

Gorge, stopping off in the beautiful 

city of Wells for lunch, before 

continuing to Glastonbury. 

Day 4: Full day excursion to Bath. 

Already a spa resort in Roman times, 

Bath became the height of fashion 

during the eighteenth century and has 

many fine Georgian buildings. The 

Pump Room is well worth a visit and 

there are several museums, including 

the world’s largest costume museum, 

as well as the fine medieval abbey. 


homeward journey, arriving in Norfolk 

late afternoon for our door to door 

service. 

bESt WEStERN CENtURIoN HotEL ★★★ Midsomer Norton 

Set on the edge of the Mendip Hills the Best Western Centurion Hotel 

is conveniently located for our tour. All 44 en suite bedrooms are 

non-smoking, well proportioned, and feature television, radio, hair 

dryer, tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can also enjoy the 

complimentary use of the extensive leisure facilities including fully air 

conditioned gym, sauna, steam room, spa pool and indoor swimming 

pool. There is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested, but are 

subject to availability). 






5 DAYS 

£375 


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River Severn Cruise 

Sunday 29 April – Saturday 5 May 2012 

Sunday 6 – Saturday 12 May 2012 

Sunday 12 – Saturday 18 August 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pick up we join the coach for our departure to 

Gloucester for boarding from 1600hrs. We cast off at 1700hrs and cruise up the 

River Severn for dinner and our overnight mooring at Lower Lode just south of 

Tewkesbury. 

Day 2: Today we cruise to the city of Worcester. We moor to enjoy the sights 

and shopping in this fine city. In the evening, we enjoy dinner and live 

entertainment. 

Day 3: Today we cruise up the river through three picturesque locks to 

Stourport-on-Severn, an attractive riverside town. After lunch there will be the 

opportunity to join a guided tour of the restored lock basin opposite our mooring. 

Day 4: After breakfast a coach will collect you from the vessel to take you the 

short distance to the historic town of Bewdley. Here we board the Severn Valley 

Steam Railway for a trip up to Bridgenorth. In the evening, we cruise to the 

beautiful riverside restaurant to dine ashore. (The coach, train and evening meal 

are included in the price). 


7 DAYS 

£729 

Day 5: We sail back down the river to Upton-upon-Severn for a stroll into this 

pretty little town to visit the ‘Pepperpot’ church tower and Heritage Centre. 

After lunch, we cruise on to Tewesbury where you may like to walk to the 12th 

century Tewesbury Abbey, which has the biggest Norman tower in the country. 

Day 6: This morning we cruise back to Gloucester and enjoy a ride up through 

the lock from the river to the main docks. After lunch join a guided walking tour 

of the nearby sites. There will then be free time to visit Gloucester Cathedral or 

the designer shops at Gloucester Quays before returning to board for dinner and 

live entertainment. 

Day 7: Continental breakfast is served before we say goodbye by 0930hrs and 

board our coach for the return journey to Norfolk, where our door to door service 


tHE EDWaRD ELGaR 

Purposely built to cover the whole of the beautiful Severn navigation, 

the Edward Elgar has only 11 twin berth cabins all with private 

facilities, climate control and viewing window. There is also a bar, 

restaurant/lounge and open sun deck. Carrying only 22 passengers this 

cruise creates a pleasant party atmosphere with personal attention. 


• Outside twin cabin with en suite • 6 Nights full board 

accommodation – this consists of English breakfast, 

buffet lunch and 4 course evening dinner (continental 

breakfast only on Saturday) • Door to door service 

REF: DATE INSURANCE SINGLE SUP 

AWE 2034 Sun 29 April – Sat 5 May 2012 £23 N/A 

AWE 2038 Sun 6 – Sat 12 May 2012 £23 N/A 

AWE 2180 Sun 12 – Sat 18 August 2012 £23 N/A 

No single room accommodation

Morecambe Bay 

Monday 30 April – Friday 4 May 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Morecambe for 

our stay at the Headway Hotel. 

Day 2: Full day scenic tour of the 

Lake District. We travel via Newby 

Bridge and along the shores of 

Coniston Water to Ambleside. We then 

continue along the shores of Lake 

Windermere to the popular lakeland 

town of Bowness. Whilst here why not 

take a cruise on Windermere, the 

largest of the Lakes ( not included). 


Day 4: This morning we travel the 

short distance to visit Lancaster, a 

vibrant University city, with a wealth of 

history. We then head to Carnforth 

Station and visitor centre. The station 

featured in the classic 1946 film 

“Brief Encounter”. Starring Celia 

Reynolds and Trevor Howard. The 

HEaDWay HotEL ★★★ Morecambe 

Visitor Centre is housed in the 

beautifully-restored historic buildings, 

and offers a wealth of attractions, 

facilities and a fascinating range of 

exhibitions. The Refreshment Room 

has been restored to resemble the set 

used in the film where Laura and Alec 

first met. This afternoon we visit 

Leighton Hall, the historic home of the 

world-renowned Gillow furniture 

making family. It still retains the 

atmosphere of a family home because 

every room in the house is used 

regularly by the Gillow Reynolds family 

and friends. There are no roped off 

areas and you are invited to sit on the 

ancient chairs, while entertaining and 

enthusiastic guides reveal the family's 

history and habits. 





home. 

Situated on the sea-front of the east promenade, the headway hotel 

has superb views over the Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland Hills. All 

centrally heated en suite bedrooms feature TV, hairdryer, hospitality 

tray and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£319 

Steaming 

Through Yorkshire 

Thursday 3 – Monday 7 May 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Yorkshire, arriving 

late afternoon at the Ramada Hotel. 


drive to the market town of Settle, 

where we enjoy a ride on the Settle 

and Carlisle Railway, considered to be 

one of England’s most scenic rail 

journeys. We join the diesel train for 

the journey to Garsdale, passing 

through spectacular scenery, crossing 

the famous Ribblehead viaduct and 

stopping at Dent, the highest mainline 

station in England. We rejoin the 

coach for the short journey to Hawes, 

main town of Upper Wharfedale. We 

continue along Wensleydale to 

Leyburn. Here we join the 

Wensleydale Railway, a unique and 

exciting project to restore train 

services along the whole of 

Wensleydale. We travel on the first 

section of line to be re-opened, from 

Leyburn to Leeming Bar, before we 

return to the hotel. 

Day 3: Today we head off along the 

Aire Valley to Skipton, ‘the Gateway to 

the Dales’. The main street houses the 

well known market. Skipton Castle 

RaMaDa HotEL ★★★ Bingley 

stands proudly at the top of the street. 

Take a stroll around the town and 

explore some of the interesting little 

alleyways and shops. Whilst here we 

enjoy a cruise on one of the country’s 

best known inland waterways. We 

then make our way to Haworth, home 

of the famous Bronte sisters and their 

notorious brother. Little has changed 

in the village since they lived at the 

Parsonage. Later, we enjoy a steam 

train ride along the delightful Worth 

Valley, following the locations used in 

the film ‘The Railway Children’. 

Day 4: Our journey today begins with 

a visit to Bolton Abbey, where we have 

time for a stroll through this beautiful 

landscape, part of the Duke of 

Devonshire’s estate, before we make 

the short journey to Bolton Abbey 

Station for a ride on the steam train to 

Embsay. We then visit the Dales 

village of Grassington – its cobbled 

street, diminutive market place and its 

many quaint byways and alleyways 

make it a place in which to linger. 





home. 

Arriving is part of the experience at this impressive Gothic mansion. 

Located in private grounds, the hotel retains the atmosphere of a 

private residence with views over the Aire Valley. All rooms are en 

suite, and feature TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making 

facilities. There is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested but are 







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Gems of 

Olde England 

Monday 7 – Friday 11 May 2012 

Itinerary 


we travel to Burghley House where we 

have a guided tour. This is a real 

treasure house dating back to the 

time of Queen Elizabeth I and the tour 

offers a great insight into life in a 

stately home over the centuries. 

Afterwards we drive to the 

Rockingham Forest Hotel for our stay. 

Day 2: We head along the edge of 

Rutland Water to the little village of 

Exton. Here we visit the famous 

Barnsdale Gardens, familiar to many 

TV viewers as home of the late Geoff 

Hamilton, and Gardeners World. Later 

we leave for Oakham, county town of 

Rutland. Rutland is England’s smallest 

county and Oakham’s stylish 

boutiques and exclusive little gift 

shops are a delight. To end the tour 

we visit the superb 900 years old 

Rockingham Castle. Previously it was 

a Royal Castle and home to many 

generations of the Watson family. The 

interior has a strong Tudor flavour, 

including the Great Hall and Long 

Gallery. It stands on an escarpment 

giving dramatic views over the 

Welland Valley and five counties. 

Day 3: This morning we drive to the 

historic Stamford. Take a walk around 

the historic town there is much to 

admire, from the beautiful architecture 

to the delightful shops, with an 

abundance of coffee shop and pubs 

where you can obtain lunch. In the 

afternoon we drive to Grimsthorpe 

Castle. Here we enjoy a guided tour of 

the castle and the park. The castle is 

the magnificent centrepiece of the 

estate. A large quadrangular house, 

with a central courtyard, each section 

has a different appearance, reflecting 

the changing styles of architecture 

since building began in the 13th 

century. 

Day 4: This morning we make for the 

little village of Foxton. Here we board 

‘Vagabond’, an elegant vintage motor 

launch, for a trip on the Grand Union 

Canal, through the Foxton flight of 10 

locks and peaceful countryside. At 

Foxton there is a canalside pub where 

refreshments are available. We head 

for Rugby for our lunch break. This 

afternoon we visit Coton Manor 

Wildlife Garden. This peaceful ten acre 

garden occupies a hillside position 

extending from the 17th century 

manor house. 

Day 5: After checking out of our hotel 

we head to Cambridge, where we 

enjoy a river punt with strawberries 

and cream. Explore the famous 

colleges and the ‘Backs’ as well as 

the contrasting city centre with its 

modern day shops. Later we leave for 

home where our door to door service 


bW RoCkINGHaM foRESt HotEL ★★★ Rockingham 

The Rockingham Forest Hotel is on the edge of the village, with the 

magnificent Rockingham Castle nearby. An excellent standard of 

accommodation is offered and all bedrooms are en suite and have 

television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee facilities. The hotel 

does not have a lift but rooms are ground and first floor only. 






5 DAYS 

£399 

Wiltshire 

Wanderer 


Itinerary 


we make our way to the Madison 

Hotel. 

Day 2: Today we enjoy a day in the 

Cotswolds. We stop in Burford, a small 

town with an attractive high street 

flanked by ancient buildings, inns and 

little shops and tea rooms. We then 

make our way to Moreton-in-the- 

Marsh, before continuing on to 

Bourton-on-the-Water. This popular 

village straddles the River Windrush, 

and is crossed by many pretty little 

stone bridges. 


way to Avebury where you can marvel 

at the famous stone circle. We then 

head to the National Trust village of 

Lacock with its 17th and 18th century 

appearance. Blink twice and you are 

back in the England of centuries ago. 

This afternoon we make the short 

journey to Bowood House, Wiltshire’s 

‘hidden treasure’. This stately home is 


also a family residence with a mixture 

of historical treasures in well loved 

surroundings. The gardens feature 

rolling lawns, magnificent trees and a 

tranquil lake, as well as flower filled 

terraces. The Lansdowne family have 

spend over 250 years collecting art 

and treasures including Queen 

Victoria’s wedding chair, the Keith 

Jewellery Collection and Napoleon’s 

death mask. 


along Pewsey Vale to the Wiltshire 

town of Devizes for morning coffee. 

From here from here we continue 

across Salisbury Plain, past historic 

Stonehenge, to the Cathedral City of 

Salisbury. Here we have time for lunch 

and to explore the city before we 

leave and make our way back to our 

hotel via Marlborough. 





MaDISoN HotEL ★★★ Stratton St Margaret 

The 3 Star rated Madison Hotel is situated at Stratton St Margaret, on 

the outskirts of Swindon. Bedrooms are large and well appointed, and 

hotel facilities include Olio Bar and restaurant. All bedrooms are en 

suite, and have television, telephone and tea & coffee making 

facilities. 






5 DAYS 

£315

Olympic 

London Explorer 


Itinerary 


pickup, we make our way to 

Blackheath, stopping at Maldon for 

lunch. This historic town has a strong 

maritime tradition in a unique setting 

at the head of the Blackwater Estuary, 

home of many Thames sailing barges. 

Take the opportunity to explore the 

vibrant mix of specialist shops, cafes, 

and bars, all in a delightful setting of a 

town with over a thousand years of 

history. 

Day 2: This morning the coach takes 

us into Greenwich Village. We sail 

from Greenwich Pier and enjoy a 

cruise along the River Thames to 

Waterloo Pier, seeing many famous 

landmarks on the way. Here we 

change our mode of transport as we 

take a flight on the fabulous London 

Eye, with fantastic views all over the 

city. 

Day 3: We are joined today by a 

guide from the award winning City & 

Village tours for a fascinating tour of 

London’s Olympic sites. You’ll hear 

entertaining stories from the first two 

London games in 1908 and 1948. 

Our tour takes us past the Excel 

centre, Woolwich Barracks and the 

Olympic Park. We also include 

refreshments and lunch. 

Day 4: Today the excursion features a 

ride into Kent and historic Rochester, 

where we have free time to discover 

this historic port. The town has many 

associations with Charles Dickens. 

Later we enjoy a cruise on the Paddle 

Steamer‘ Kingswear Castle’ around 

Rochester harbour and docks. 


way back to Norfolk, with suitable 



home. 

CLaRENDoN HotEL ★★★ Blackheath 

The finest Georgian hotel in South East London, the Clarendon is 

ideally situated overlooking parkland on the edge of fashionable 

Blackheath Village. The hotels Meridian Restaurant is well known 

locally and offers excellent fayre. The Chart Bar offers you a chance to 

unwind after your day out. All rooms are en suite and have satellite TV, 

radio, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift that 

serves most rooms. 






5 DAYS 

£425 

Wrest Park & 

The Woburn Experience 

Friday 11 – Monday 14 May 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to our hotel. 

Day 2: Today we have a drive to 

Woburn, home of the Duke of Bedford, 

where we enjoy the ‘Woburn 

Experience’. Here we see the 

elegance of the Abbey and antiques 

centre. As a complete contrast we 

also visit the famous Safari Park, with 

attractions ranging from the Woburn 

Railway to the Safari Drive. 

Day 3: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast 

before we head for stunning Wrest 

Park. Unloved and neglected for 

around 50 years, these magnificent 

gardens were originally created in 

1706 and laid out with the help of 

Capability Brown. Restoration started 

in 2006 with the aim of recreating the 

landscape as it was. On completion 

Wrest Park will be one of the great 

gardens of England. We enjoy a 

guided tour of the gardens before 

later returning to the hotel. 


way home stopping off at the the 

University City of Cambridge. Explore 

the famous colleges and the ‘Backs’ 

as well as the contrasting city centre 

with its modern day shops. 

MERCURE LEtCHWoRtH HaLL HotEL ★★★★ Letchworth 

The 4 star Mercure Letchworth Hall Hotel stands in 8 acres of grounds 

in Hertfordshire. Dating back to 1625 this former old English Manor 

House retains many Jacobean features. All bedrooms are beautifully 

appointed and are all en suite, and have satellite television, radio, 

telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a 

lift and guest have complimentary use of the on-site leisure centre. 






4 DAYS 

£255 


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Isle of Wight 

Sandown 

Sunday 13 – Friday 18 May 2012 

Itinerary 



to the South Coast, to catch our mid 

afternoon ferry to the Isle of Wight. 

Day 2: We have a full day excursion 

today along the South Coast road to 

Freshwater Bay, with its huge Chalk 

Stacks. We then continue on to the 

islands most westerly point, The 

Needles, and the multi-coloured sands 

of Alum Bay. Our last point of call is 

Cowes, the ‘Yachting Capital’ of 

Britain. 

Day 3: Day of leisure to explore 

Sandown. 


to the lovely village of Godshill, 

thought by many to be the prettiest on 

the Island. Its picture postcard houses, 

and quaint tearooms make this a 

popular stop with our passengers. We 

then make our way to Haven Street 

tRoUvILLE HotEL ★★ Sandown 

for a nostalgic ride on the Isle of 

Wight Steam Railway, passing through 

lovely villages and wonderful views of 

the downs. 


Botanical Gardens at Ventnor with 22 

acres of beautiful landscaping. We 

then make our way to Carisbrooke 

Castle, once prison to Charles I. This 

royal castle was also residence to 

Princess Beatrice, daughter of Queen 

Victoria. Today Carisbrooke is famous 

for the donkeys that work the well in 

the Medieval Wellhouse. Throughout 

the summer colourful events bring the 

castle alive and its remarkable history 

is told in the museum and castle 

exhibitions. 

Day 6: After breakfast we depart the 

hotel to catch the morning ferry back 

to the South Coast. We then continue 

to Norfolk with suitable stops en route, 



This hotel is situated in the centre of Sandown, and is the sister hotel 

of the Shanklin hotel which we have used now for many years. 

Located on the Esplanade, opposite the golden beach, overlooking the 

bay, with the pier and shops close by. All en suite bedrooms have 

telephone, TV, tea/coffee tray and lift access. 






6 DAYS 

£415 

Historic Kent 


Itinerary 

Day 1: Morning collection from home 

to join the coach for the leisurely drive 

to Rochester. Later we continue to our 

hotel near Maidstone with time to take 

advantage of the hotel’s facilities 


Day 2: Today’s excursion takes us to 

delightful Tenterden, with its antique 

shops and tea rooms, where we enjoy 

a nostalgic steam train ride on the 

Kent & East Sussex Railway. Following 

lunch we depart Tenterden and visit to 

Biddenden Vineyards with wine 

tasting. We return to our hotel by late 

afternoon. 

Day 3: This morning we travel to 

historic Faversham, nestling between 

the rural gently sloping Downs and the 

austere north Kent marshes. 

Faversham is one of southern 

England’s most charming towns with 

over 475 listed buildings and a good 

selection of independent shops. We 

have time to purchase lunch before 

continuing to Brogdale, home of the 

National Fruit Collection where we 


vILLaGE HotEL ★★★ Maidstone 

include entrance and a fascinating 

guided tour of the orchards, along 

with tasting. Following a little time to 

browse in the shop and tea room, we 

rejoin our coach for the journey back 

to our hotel. 

Day 4: This morning we have a short 

drive into Maidstone, the county town 

of Kent, where we enjoy a sail along 

the River Medway aboard ‘Kentish 

Lady’. We then have time to explore 

and purchase lunch. This afternoon 

we visit nearby Leeds Castle, said to 

be ‘the most beautiful castle in the 

world’. Set in 500 acres of parkland, 

woodland walks and formal gardens, 

our visit takes us on a journey through 

the castle’s 1000 years history. 

Day 5: We depart our hotel after 

breakfast and journey to Chatham 

Historic Dockyard. This stunning 80 

acre site features historic buildings, 

museum galleries, and historic 

warships. We leave after lunch for the 

return journey to Norfolk, where our 

door-to-door service will be waiting to 

return you home. 

An excellent hotel located not far from Kent’s county town of 

Maidstone. Hotel facilities include Village Pub, indoor swimming pool, 

sauna and spa. All the superbly appointed bedrooms are en suite, 

and all have television and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel 

has a lift. 





AWE 2046 £21 £30 (Ltd Availability) 

5 DAYS 

£385

Cardiff & 

The Gower 


Itinerary 



which we make our way across 

country to South Wales and our hotel. 

Day 2: Today we include a guided 

coach and boat tour around the 

redeveloped Cardiff Bay. We then 

travel to St Fagans Castle and The 

Museum of Welsh Life. This is a 

delightful attraction is set in a Grade I 

landscape, with formal gardens, 

borders, herb and knot gardens. There 

is a Rosary, an Italian garden and 

impressive terraces descend to 

fishponds. The period gardens are 

being recreated to house re-erected 

historic buildings, relocated from all 

parts of Wales. 

tHE aNGEL HotEL ★★★★ Cardiff 

Day 3: A full day out covering the 

Gower Peninsular, we go via Swansea 

to the Victorian seaside village of 

Mumbles. In the afternoon a guide will 

join the coach to point out the 

highlights as we tour the Gower 

Peninsular. We round off the tour with 

a cream tea at the Heritage Centre. 

this is based around a water-powered 

cornmill and its outbuildings which are 

home to workshops and traditional 

country craftsmen. 

Day 4: Free day to explore the city. 


Cardiff and make our way back to 

Norfolk with suitable stops en route, 



Located in the heart of Cardiff is the Angel Hotel, a property that oozes 

Victorian charm and character. Steeped in history, the hotel dates back 

to 1866 and is the most famous in Cardiff. Some of the world's 

greatest stars have walked down the hotel's magnificent staircase, 

including Marlene Dietrich, The Beatles and Gregory Peck. Nestled 

between the impressive Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle, the 

Angel Hotel provides an ideal base from which to visit the city. All 

rooms are en suite and feature TV, air-conditioning, hospitality tray 

and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£365 

Northumbrian 

Highlights 


Itinerary 


we make our way north, arriving late 

afternoon at the Village Hotel. 

Day 2: This morning we enjoy a 

Catherine Cookson Themed guided 

coach tour. Later we make our way to 

Hartlepool to visit the Maritime 

Experience. This premier attraction 

brings to life the sights and sounds of 

an 18th century seaport, telling the 

story of life at sea at the time of 

Nelson, Napoleon and the Battle of 

Trafalgar. The exhibition also features 

HMS Trincomalee, Europe’s oldest 

warship afloat. 

Day 3: Today we make our way into 

the heart of the Northumbrian 

countryside. Our morning coffee stop 

is Otterburn Mill, then we then make 

our way to Cragside House. This 

magnificent Victorian mansion was 

built for the first Lord Armstrong and 

was the first house in the world to 

have electricity. Discover the marvels 

of the Victorian era in rooms 

unchanged over all these years. Enjoy 

vILLaGE HotEL ★★★ Newcastle 

too, the magnificent gardens, lakes 

and unique orchard house, which are 

set in over 900 acres. We return to 

our hotel via Morpeth. 


way into Newcastle for our ‘Quay to 

Sea’ river trip. This 3 hour cruise 

takes us under the magical Gateshead 

millennium bridge which opens 

especially for the cruise. Enjoy the 

panorama of the Tyne Gorge, before 

returning down river as far as the river 

mouth. We will see the legendary 

shipyards of Tyneside, the fish quay 

and the glorious vistas of the river 

mouth. (refreshments will be available 

on board. Please note the river trip is 

subject to change due to the timetable 

not being available at the time of 

print). On our return we have a brief 

stop at Baltic Quay before returning to 

our hotel. 





home. 

This hotel offers comfortable and stylish accommodation, and 

facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym. 

The hotel also has its own Village Pub where you can relax after your 

days out. All bedrooms are en suite, and feature TV, telephone, 

hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£369 


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Magical Malvern 


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journey to Malvern. 

Day 2: Our day begins with a drive to 

the delightful old town of Bromyard for 

a break before we visit Broadfield 

Court Estate. Here we enjoy a tour of 

the vineyard and garden, wine tasting 

and a light lunch. This afternoon we 

have free time in Hereford before 

calling at the ancient market town of 

Ledbury, returning later to the hotel. 

Day 3: Today we begin with a ride 

around some of the villages in 

Herefordshire’s beautiful ‘Black and 

White’ villages trail. Our route takes in 

delightful cottages, inns, shops in 

timber framed hamlets including 

Dilwyn, Weobley, Eardisley, Pembridge 

and Eardisland. We have free time in 

Leominster before returning to 

Malvern. 

abbEy HotEL ★★★★ Malvern 

Day 4: This morning we head for the 

City of Worcester, first to visit the 

Worcester Porcelain Museum. We 

then have time to explore the city, with 

its imposing cathedral, well worth a 

visit. There are lots of opportunities to 

obtain lunch before we have a boat 

trip on the River Severn to round off 

the day. 


return journey to Norfolk where our 



Located in the town of Great Malvern the splendid ivy clad hotel, with 

its well-tended gardens, adjoins a fine old Benedictine priory with 

spectacular views of the scenic Vale of Evesham and the Malvern 

Hills. All rooms have private facilities, TV, telephone and hospitality 

tray. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£389 

Lancashire 

Hotpot 

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we head to Lancashire and the 

Marriott Hotel, Broughton. 

Day 2: Today we make our way to the 

Market town of Clitheroe where a 

guide will join our coach for a scenic 

journey through some of Lancashire’s 

beautiful scenery, including lovely 

villages such as Dunsop Bridge and 

Newton. 

Day 3: This morning we have a treat 

as we visit the ‘Chocolate House’, 

near Blackburn. We learn the art of 

producing hand made delicacies with 

refreshments with samples included. 

After a fascinating and informative 

visit, we travel to nearby Burnley, and 

visit Queen Street Mill, now a textile 

museum. Here the sights, sounds, and 

smells bring history alive as we 

experience the amazing power of 

‘Peace’, the world’s only surviving 

19th century steam powered weaving 

mill, that can power 300 looms. The 



mill recently featured in the film ‘The 

Kings Speech’. 


way to Foulridge in Craven on the 

outer edges of the Ribble Valley, for a 

canal cruise aboard the splendid 

Martin Emperor. Forget all your cares 

and woes whilst you watch the 

magnificent countryside unfold before 

your eyes. We then head to Boundary 

Mill Shopping Village for lunch. This 

afternoon we head to the Pendle 

Heritage Centre, a restored, 300 year 

old house, featuring exhibitions of the 

Pendle Witch Story, an 18th century 

walled garden, tearoom, art gallery 

and shop. 

Day 5: We leave after breakfast, but 

our holiday is far from over. Before 

leaving Lancashire we will visit the 

redeveloped waterside area of Salford 

quays, where you will have some time 

to visit the Lowry Galleries, Imperial 

War Museum North, or maybe enjoy a 

spot of shopping, before we continue 

our journey home to Norfolk. 

MaRRIott HotEL ★★★★ Broughton 

Once a grand Victorian House, this hotel is set in extensive landscaped 

gardens and lies in the heart of the picturesque Ribble Valley, located 

close to the city of Preston. All en suite bedrooms feature air 

conditioning, TV, telephone, hairdryer, mini-bar and hospitality tray. 

Facilities include an indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna and gym. 

There is a lift to all floors. 






5 DAYS 

£359

Photo © Flickr – yrrek 

Glorious Devon 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Devon with 


afternoon. 

Day 2: Today we visit the nearby 

resort of Exmouth with its golden 

sands backed by red cliffs, whilst here 

you may wish to take a boat trip along 

the River Exe (Optional). This afternoon 

we admire the timeless beauty of 

Bicton Park Botanical Gardens. We 

include entrance to the privately 

owned historic gardens and 

glasshouses, and also include a ride 

on the Woodland Railway. 

Day 3: Our half day excursion takes 

us into the Dartmoor National Park to 

visit the village of Widdecombe-in-the- 

Moor. We return to Exeter for free time 

to explore. The city is brimming with 

history and heritage with many visitor 

attractions including the magnificent 

cathedral and historic quayside. 

Day 4: After a leisurely breakfast we 

head to Tiverton for a gentle cruise 

along the Grand Western Canal by 

horse drawn barge. This afternoon we 

pay a visit to Knightshayes Court. This 

Victorian country house, built in the 

lush landscape of mid-Devon, is an 

exciting architectural experience, with 

extraordinary 'medieval' romantic 

interiors and rich decoration, giving an 

atmospheric insight into grand country 

life. The celebrated garden features a 

water lily pool, topiary, specimen trees 

and rare shrubs. 





home. 

bUCkERELL LoDGE HotEL ★★★★ Exeter 

Set in 4 acres of peaceful, beautifully landscaped grounds, just one 

mile from the heart of Exeter, Buckerell Lodge Hotel provides an 

excellent standard of accommodation with many rooms overlooking 

the pretty gardens. All en suite bedrooms are equipped with flatscreen 

televisions, hair dryer, hospitality tray. No lift but some ground 

floor rooms available. 






5 DAYS 

£365 

St Agnes & 

The Cornish Gardens 

Sunday 27 May – Friday 1 June 2012 

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Day 2: A full day at the Eden Project. 

The world’s largest ‘greenhouses’ are 

the centrepiece of this spectacular 

global garden, designed to tell the 

story of plants by recreating climatic 

zones, that contain thousands of 

beautiful plants from around the 

world. 

Day 3: This morning we head across 

the Duchy to the resort of Falmouth 

an historic maritime town and home 

to the National Maritime Museum. We 

later visit Trebah Gardens, an exotic 

sub-tropical garden where giant tree 

ferns and palms mingle with 

rhododendrons and camellias. It is 

particularly famous for its cascading 

waterfalls, ponds with giant Koi Carp 

and streams, which wind down to its 

own private beach. Trebah has been 

voted in the top 100 gardens in the 

world. 

Day 4: Free day to relax and explore. 


delightful coastal village of 

Mevagissey. After free time we head 

to the Lost Gardens of Heligan. An 

award winning garden restoration, 

which has transformed an ancient 

overgrown garden into what is now 

over 80 acres of dramatic grounds, 

subtropical "Jungle" and "Lost 

Valley". 






Based on an elegant Queen Anne residence, this country Hotel is set in 

secluded gardens and woodland, 100 yards from St Agnes village 

centre. All rooms have private facilities, TV and tea/coffee making 

facilities. The hotel also has an outdoor pool and croquet lawn. There 

is no lift. 






6 DAYS 

£565 


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Ayrshire Coast 

& The Isle of Arran 

Monday 28 May – Friday 1 June 2012 

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which we make our way to Irvine. 


Irvine and make our way to the ferry 

to cross to the Isle of Arran, where we 

spend the day touring round the 

island. A day of contrasting scenery, 

from the jagged mountain peaks and 

cliffs in the north to the sandy beaches 

and rolling farmland in the south. 

Day 3: This morning we take a tour 

north along the Ayrshire coast to the 

resort of Largs with its lively harbour, 

busy shopping centre and a two-mile 

promenade backed by lawns and 

gardens. Also in the town, and well 

worth a visit is Vikingar! - the ultimate 

visitor experience, Viking history is 

brought to life with the use of multimedia 

technology. The afternoon is at 

leisure in Irvine. 

Day 4: Today we travel south along 

the Ayrshire coast to visit the 

traditional seaside resort of Ayr. We 

then head to Culzean Castle, a 

Scottish favourite on a 600 acre 

estate overlooking the Firth of Clyde. 

Our return route takes us back 

through the golfing centre of 

Turnberry. 





MENzIES IRvINE HotEL ★★★★ Irvine 

Located on the outskirts of Irvine, this comfortable hotel is an ideal 

base to explore the beautiful countryside. Facilities include a relaxing 

cocktail bar, spacious lounge and restaurant. All en suite bedrooms 

are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There 

is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested but are subject to 







5 DAYS 

£389 

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we head across country to North 

Wales to our overnight stop. 

Day 2: Following an early breakfast 

we travel to Holyhead for the morning 

sailing to Dun Laoghaire. We then 

travel through the central plains of 

Ireland to Castleisland and the River 

Island Hotel. 

Day 3: A Day on the Dingle. Made 

famous by “Ryan’s Daughter, the 

Dingle Peninsula offers some of the 

wildest natural scenic beauty in 

Ireland. We make a stop in Tralee, 

then head along the edge of Tralee 

Bay tfollowing a circular route around 

the most westerly tip of the peninsula. 

At Slea Head promontory the Blasket 

Islands come into full view. We return 

to the fishing village of Dingle, to 

enjoy one of the highlights of the tour 

– a Boat Trip and Dolphin Watching 

Excursion around Dingle Bay. Try and 

spot Dingle’s most famous resident, 

"Fungi" the Dolphin. The return 

journey to Castleisland takes us via 

Annascaul, Inch and Castlemaine. 


Dingle Bay & 

The Kingdom of Kerry 

Monday 28 May – Sunday 3 June 2012 

Day 4: Today we travel the short 

journey to Killarney. The tour runs 

through the Killarney National Park 

and along the edge of Lough Leane to 

Ross Castle. From here we catch the 

“Lily of Killarney” to cruise across the 

lake, a memorable way to view the 

surrounding mountains. 

Day 5: Today we have a full day 

excursion to the famous ‘Ring of 

Kerry’. You will enjoy the spectacular 

journey around the narrow coastal 

road of the Iveragh Peninsula, 

dominated by MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, 

passing through a myriad of colourful 

seaside villages. At Ladies View you 

can witness the fabulous views of the 

lakes below. 


leave Castleisland and journey via 

Limerick to our overnight hotel, the 

Regency Hotel in Dublin. 

Day 7: Following an early departure 

from the hotel we make our way to 

Dublin port, for the return sailing to 

Holyhead. Time to enjoy your included 

breakfast on board, before arriving 

back at Holyhead. We then continue 

our journey to Norfolk arriving late 

evening for our door to door service. 

RIvER ISLaND HotEL ★★★ Castleisland 

Our main hotel is the modern 3 star River Island Hotel situated on the 

main street of Castleisland, a cheerful, colourful, thriving market town, 

which is the Gateway to the Kingdom of Kerry. All bedrooms have ensuite 

facilities, TV, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, and hospitality tray. 

The hotel also has its own bar, lounge and restaurant. There is a lift to 

all floors. 






7 DAYS 

£649

Medieval York 

Sunday 3 – Thursday 7 June 2012 

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we make our way to York and the 

Queens Hotel for 4 nights dinner, bed 

and breakfast. 

Day 2: Today is ‘York in a nutshell’. 

After breakfast we are joined by our 

guide for a comprehensive morning 

sightseeing tour of York. The afternoon 

is then free to allow you to explore 

and maybe revisit in more detail 

places seen on the tour. After dinner 

tonight we have a delightful floodlit 

evening river cruise, with 

refreshments available on board. This 

is a really relaxing way to end the day. 

Day 3: This morning we leave for a 

spectacular scenic tour to Whitby and 

the North Yorkshire Moors National 

Park. Our first stop is Pickering where 

we join the North Yorkshire Moors 

Railway for an 18 mile ride across the 

moors to Grosmont. We rejoin the 

coach and head to the historic seaport 

Whitby, with its ruined Abbey and busy 

tHE QUEENS HotEL ★★★ York 

harbour. We have time for lunch here 

before returning across Blakey Ridge 

to Hutton-le-Hole and Helmsley, 

offering some of the most spectacular 

views of the area. 


delightful Castle Howard, best known 

for its starring role in ‘Brideshead 

Revisited’. We return to York for an 

afternoon to explore. 





home. 

Located on the banks of the River Ouse in the centre of York, this hotel 

is an ideal base for our tour. All bedrooms are en suite and have TV, 

telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£425 

Isle of Wight 

Shanklin 

Monday 4 – Friday 8 June 2012 

Itinerary 




journey to Britain's Garden Isle. We 

cross to the island on the midafternoon 

ferry and make the short 

journey to our hotel. 

Day 2: A full day excursion along the 

south coast road to Freshwater Bay 

with its huge chalk stacks. Then on to 

visit the island's most westerly point, 

The Needles and the multi-coloured 

sands of Alum Bay. We continue to 


Britain. 

Day 3: Day at Leisure in Shanklin. 

SHaNkLIN HotEL ★★★ Shanklin 


way to Whippingham Church, 

designed by Prince Albert, before 

continuing onto Osborne House, 

Queen Victoria's seaside retreat. This 

afternoon we visit Ryde Known as the 

‘Gateway to the Island’, Ryde faces 

the Solent and is the island’s main 

port. It has a half mile long pier, a 

delightful esplanade, gardens and 

outdoor cafes. 

Day 5: After breakfast we depart our 

hotel, and catch the ferry back to the 

South Coast before making our way 

back to Norfolk, where you will return 

home with our carefree door to door 

service. 

The Shanklin Hotel is situated in a premier cliff top position with 

magnificent views over the bay and surrounding countryside. It is 

close to the sandy beach and seafront, and just a few minutes walk 

away from the town. There are bars, restaurant and panoramic sea 

views from the lounge, making it an ideal setting in which to relax. 

The hotel also boasts a leisure centre, with indoor heated pool, spa, 

sauna and gym, and three lanes of short mat bowling. The hotel also 

has a wide variety of entertainment. All bedrooms are en suite and 

feature TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. 

Side, sea view, double/twin rooms are also available at a supplement. 






5 DAYS 

£349 


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Isles of Scilly 

Monday 4 – Monday 11 June 2012 

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Day 1: You will be picked up from home by our door to door service and travel 

southwards to our overnight hotel. 

Day 2: After breakfast we make our way to the heliport for our flight to 

St Mary’s in two groups. On arrival we are transferred to our hotel. 

Days 3 - 7: Our programme, whilst on the Islands, includes escorted walks and 

visits to several of the off-islands, including Tresco (with its world famous 

gardens), St. Agnes (the most south 

westerly in Britain) and, of course, the main 

island St. Mary's. The nature of these small 

islands means there are few roads and no 

public transport. On these islands you will 

find natural beauty, peace and tranquillity – 

you will not find the shops, bright lights, 

entertainment and traffic of the city. Whilst 

on the island we will also have some free 

time to relax and explore at our own 

leisure. 

Day 8: After breakfast we depart our hotel 

for our return flight to the mainland. We 

then join our coach for the journey back to 

Norfolk where our door to door service will 

be waiting to take you home. 

A Superb Holiday with a Difference 

The Isles of Scilly are set at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean 30 miles west of 

Lands End, made up of about 150 small islands, of which only five are 

inhabited. The Scilly’s are renowned for the quality of natural environment, 

and a mild and favourable climate. There are unspoilt beaches of fine, silvery 

sands and wonderful, clear air and sea. One of the great joys of holidaying 

on St. Mary's is the opportunity to explore the other islands and getting 

around could not be easier. A fleet of colourful passenger launches leave 

each morning for the off-islands, none of which is much more than 20 

minutes away. 


atLaNtIC HotEL ★★ St Mary 

8 DAYS 

£1099 

PLEASE NOTE: 

Due to adverse weather conditions, it may not always be possible to use our chartered 

flights. In these circumstances alternative arrangements will be made for passengers 

to be transferred by ferry. 

This holiday can involve a lot of walking and may not be suitable for our less mobile 

guests. Tours, especially to the ‘off islands’ are subject to tidal and weather conditions, 

and in extreme circumstances, may be cancelled. This means that itineraries may be 

changed at very short notice. In such circumstances we will endeavour to change the 

tour to a different day or seek an alterative. 

A. W. Easton's Coaches Ltd acts as an agent for British International flight tickets. 

The Atlantic Hotel is on St. Mary's, the largest of the Islands. Centrally 

situated in Hugh Town its location is unique. It sits on the water's edge 

directly overlooking the harbour and is a mere two minutes from the 

quay where the launches leave for the off-islands. It is a delightful, 

rambling old inn, which has been thoroughly modernised without 

losing any of its special character. All bedrooms are en suite and have 

tea/coffee making, telephone and TV. The delightful restaurant is built 

out over the waterfront and is renowned for its excellent cuisine and 

panoramic view of the harbour. There is also the delightful Ocean Bar, 

again with magnificent views. 

Note: The hotel has no lift or ground floor rooms. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • flights/boat transfers • Excursions 

as specified • Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to door service 


AWE 2059 £24 N/A 

No single room accommodation

Ironbridge & 

The Severn Valley 


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to Stourport on Severn. 

Day 2: Today we have a full day to 

the district of Ironbridge. Firstly, we 

stop at the Museum Visitor Centre 

with its audio-visual displays providing 

a powerful history of the Gorge. We 

then visit the Living Victorian 

Community of Blists Hill, where you 

can wander through the industrial 

community of the 1890’s. A wide 

range of 19th century buildings have 

been carefully reconstructed and 

skilled demonstrators, in period 

costume, display traditional crafts. We 

also visit the Coalport China Museum, 

with its dazzling displays and, of 

course, walk over Thomas Telford’s 

famous Ironbridge. 


depart for a wonderful, scenic day by 

coach and by train. We begin with a 

drive through the Shropshire 

countryside over Cleehill, to Ludlow, 

an architectural gem with its castle 

and medieval and Georgian buildings. 

We then make our way to Bridgenorth 

to join the Severn Valley Railway to 

Kidderminster. Your historic train 

journey will take you back in time to a 

more leisurely age. You will pass 

through Loade, Hampton, the timeless 

village of Arley slumbering on the river 

bank, and the historic riverside town 

of Bewdley. 

Day 4: Today we have a ride to the 

little town of Pershore, with its ancient 

Abbey and elegant architecture. Take 

a break for lunch in the lively market 

town of Evesham, before returning to 

spend the afternoon in Worcester. Why 

not visit the Cathedral, enjoy a boat 

trip on the River Severn, meander 

around the shops, or just relax in 

pleasant surroundings. 


leave and begin our homeward 




MENzIES StoURPoRt MaNoR ★★★★ Stourport on Severn 

This country house hotel is set within 23 acres of grounds near 

Kidderminster. The stylish bedrooms are en suite and feature, TV, 

telephone, hairdryer, hospitality tray and lift access. The hotel also 

boasts a superb Waves Health & Leisure Club, with indoor swimming 

pool, gym, sauna and steam room. 






5 DAYS 

£385 

Peak District 

Adventure 


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we make our way north arriving in 

time for tea and cakes at the 

Moorside Grange Hotel. 

Day 2: Our first visit today takes us to 

Glossop, with its Victorian Mills, for a 

short break. We continue over the 

notorious Snake Pass, with High Peak 

on our right and Bleaklow Hill on the 

left, and descend to Ladybower 

Reservoir. Hidden beneath the waters 

are the ruins of Derwent village, 

submerged in 1943. Along with the 

nearby Derwent and Howden 

reservoirs, practice for the wartime 

Dambusters raids took place here. 

From here we make for the delightful 

village of Castleton, home of the Blue 

John stone, with its ruined castle and 

underground caverns. We spend some 

time here and later return via Bradwell 

and the Peak Forest, to the hotel. 

Day 3: Passing through the scenic 

Peak District National Park our first 

visit today is to Arkwright’s Cromford 

Mill. The world’s first successful 

water-powered cotton spinning mills 

were built by Sir Richard Arkwright 

between 1771 and 1791. Discover 

the birthplace of the factory system 

which changed the world. From here 

we have a short ride to Matlock Bath 

where we take the cable car up to the 

Heights of Abraham, with spectacular 

views along the Derwent Gorge and 

the surrounding hillsides. At the top 

there are show caves, café, bar and 

gift shop. We then have another short 

ride, this time to Matlock station 

where we join Peak Rail for a ride 

along the valley to Rowsley. 

Day 4: This morning we drive to the 

former spa town of Buxton and 

Bakewell, home of the famous “tart” 

or pudding to give it its proper name. 

This afternoon we visit magnificent 

Chatsworth House, home of the Duke 

and Duchess of Devonshire. 





home. 

bW MooRSIDE GRaNGE HotEL ★★★ Disley 

The 3 Star rated Best Western Moorside Grange Hotel offers 

spectacular views over the moors above Higher Disley, to the 

northwest of the Peak District. Hotel facilities include leisure centre 

with indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym. All bedrooms are en suite 

and have television, telephone, hairdryer, tea & coffee making 







5 DAYS 

£355 


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Photo © John Crook 

Winchester & 

Jane Austen Country 

Thursday 14 – Monday 18 June 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Winchester. 

Day 2: Our day begins with a ride to 

the pleasant town of Alton. Here we 

join the Mid Hants Railway, ’The 

Watercress Line’, for a 10 miles 

journey over the "Hampshire Alps" to 

Alresford, home of the Hampshire 

watercress industry from which the 

line takes its name. This afternoon we 

pay a visit to Chawton and Jane’s 

House, which is now a museum and 

houses an extensive collection of her 

work and memorabilia. 

Day 3: At leisure to 

explore Winchester. The many 

museums, art galleries, medieval 

streets and tranquil green spaces 

make Winchester perfect for strolling 

and soaking up the historic 

atmosphere. Why not visit the 

cathedral final resting place of Jane 

Austen. 

Day 4: Today we visit the beautiful 

New Forest, a favourite day out for the 

Austen family. The timeless beauty 

reflects the Forests’ unique natural 

and cultural heritage. During this 

excursion we will travel through some 

of the delightful villages the New 

Forest has to offer including Romsey, 

Lyndhurst, Beaulieu and Bucklers Hard 

- where we enjoy a cruise on the 

River Beaulieu. 

Day 5: After breakfast we head home 

making suitable stops en route, 

arriving back in Norfolk late afternoon 



tHE WINCHEStER HotEL ★★★★ Winchester 

Located in the heart of the ancient city of Winchester, this superb hotel 

is one of the newest and stylish hotels in the area. All en suite 

bedrooms are fully air-conditioned and feature TV, telephone, minibar, 

hairdryer, hospitality tray and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£349 

Isle of Man 

Friday 15 – Thursday 21 June 2012 

Itinerary 


home to join the coach for the 

leisurely drive to our overnight hotel in 

the north-west of England. 

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast, we 

continue our journey north, to the port 

of Heysham for our crossing to the 

Island. We arrive at our hotel mid 

evening for our first night on the Isle 

of Man. 

Day 3: Today we enjoy a journey on 

the Manx Electric railway to Laxey, 

home of the worlds largest water 

wheel. – the Lady Isabella. We then 

join the Snaefell Mountain Railway – 

for a trip to the summit. We continue 

onto Ramsey, the Island’s second town. 

Day 4: Day at leisure to relax and 

explore. 


7 DAYS 

£669 

Day 5: Today we join the Isle of Man 

Steam Railway for a breathtaking train 

ride from Douglas to Port Erin, with its 

beautiful sheltered bay overlooked by 

Bradda Head. We then rejoin our 

coach to travel to Castletown. Once 

the island’s capital, this ancient town 

is clustered around the splendidly 

preserved Castle Rushen. 

Day 6: Today we visit St John‘s where 

the Manx Parliament still holds an 

open-air session each year. We then 

make our way to Peel, with its old 

fishing harbour, on the western coast. 

Day 7: After an early breakfast we 

make our way to the ferry port for our 

return crossing to Heysham. From 

here we make our way back to 



home. 

MoUNt MURRay HotEL & CoUNtRy CLUb ★★★★ Santon 

This excellent four star Hotel and Country Club is set in 200 acres of 

countryside, and offers superb facilities including a health and fitness 

club, an indoor swimming pool, squash courts, sauna, steam room, 

hair and beauty salon as well as an 18 hole golf course and 24 bay 

driving range. All en suite bedrooms feature TV, hairdryer, safe, tea and 

coffee making facilities and lift access. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Excursions as specified • Dinner, 

bed & breakfast • Door to door service • 3 Day Explorer ticket – 

includes free bus travel and horse-drawn trams whilst on the Island 


AWE 2067 £31 £Nil (Ltd Availability)

Torquay 

Monday 18 – Monday 25 June 2012 

Itinerary 




southwest to Devon, arriving at our 

hotel late afternoon. 




House of Marbles. After morning 

coffee we head across wild and 

rugged Dartmoor to Princetown. We 



grounds. 

Day 4: Today we enjoy an excursion 

along the wonderful English Riviera. 

Firstly, we make the short journey to 

Babbacombe where we include entry 

to the Model Village. From here, we 

continue along the coast to Dawlish 

with its Georgian and Victorian 

architecture. We then continue to the 

seaside town of Teignmouth. Steeped 

in maritime history, this working 

harbour boasts sandy beaches, a 

Victorian pier along with pedestrian 

shopping areas and interesting old 

back streets to explore. 

Day 5: This morning we embark on a 

wonderful journey on the scenic South 

Devon Railway, from Buckfastleigh to 

Totnes. After free time in Totnes we 

head to Olde Worlde Dartmouth, with 

free time to explore this unspoilt 

harbour town. You may wish to take 

an optional boat trip on the River dart 

(fare not included). 

Day 6: This morning join our coach 

for a gentle ride along the coast to the 

pretty fishing port of Brixham with its 

narrow streets, inns, art galleries and 

craft shops. Afternoon at leisure. 


















8 DAYS 

£539 

Poole & 

Exbury Gardens 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Poole, arriving 

late afternoon at the Thistle Hotel. 


way to Christchurch. The town also 

boasts a magnificent 11th century 

priory church and numerous tearooms 

and unusual shops. From here, we 

take a drive through the New Forest to 

Exbury Gardens. The Gardens are a 

spectacular 200 acre (100 hectare) 

site, world-famous for the Rothschild 

Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, 

camellias and rare trees and shrubs. 

Day 3: This morning we take the 

Sandbanks Ferry across to the resort 

of Swanage. After free time we head 

to Lulworth Cove famous for its 

natural horseshoe-shaped harbour. We 

then make our way to Lulworth Castle. 

Built in the early 17th Century as a 

hunting lodge it became a country 

tHIStLE HotEL ★★★ Poole 

house at the heart of a large estate. 

The exterior of the Castle changed 

little over the years, but the interior 

evolved in line with changing fashions 

until it was gutted by a disasterous 

fire in 1929. Restoration work began 

on the ruin by the Department of the 

Environment and was followed 

through to completion in 1998 by 

English Heritage. 

Day 4: This morning we include a 

cruise around the harbour, past the 

bays, beaches and islands – including 

the famous Brownsea Island. The rest 

of the day is at leisure to explore at 

your own pace amid the shops, 

restaurants, quayside and Poole 

Pottery. 





home. 

Situated on Poole Quay, this spacious modern hotel overlooks 

England's largest and most attractive natural harbours. All en suite 

bedrooms feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities 

and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£389 


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Falmouth & 

The Cornish Riviera 

Saturday 23 – Thursday 28 June 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to the Falmouth 

Beach Hotel. 






Lands End before heading to St Ives. 

Wander the maze of cobbled streets 

with their quaint stone cottages, 

explore the harbour, or maybe pay a 

visit to the Tate gallery. 


Day 4: This morning we visit Truro. 

This bustling town is the centre of 

administration, commerce and tourism 

for the county of Cornwall and offers 

excellent pedestrianised shopping, 

cobbled streets, Georgian townhouses, 

and a magnificent Cathedral. We then 

take a drive around the Roseland 

Peninsula, one of the most 

picturesque and unspoilt parts of the 

British Isles with its delightful rivers, 

pretty villages and quaint hamlets. We 

make a brief stop at St Mawes, the 

town boasts a 16th century castle and 

wonderful views across the River Fal. 

Day 5: We have a full day excursion 

today covering the Lizard Peninsular 

with spectacular views of Mounts Bay, 

the southern most point in England. 

The scenery is dramatic as towering 

walks of cliffs and magnificent rock 

pinnacles stretch down to turbulent 

seas. Later we continue to Trevarno 

Estate and Gardens, an unforgettable 

gardening experience combining 

beautiful Victorian and Georgian 

gardens with the splendid fountain 

garden conservatory. 





bESt WEStERN faLMoUtH bEaCH HotEL ★★★ Falmouth 

This comfortable, well-appointed family hotel commands fine views of 

the Cornish Coast, and is situated just a ten-minute walk from the 

bustling town centre. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone, 

hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel also boasts an indoor leisure 

complex with swimming pool, sauna, solarium and steam room. The 

hotel has a lift, however there are steps to some bedrooms. 






6 DAYS 

£569 

Kingdom of 

Northumbria 

Sunday 24 – Friday 29 June 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: After our door to door pickup 

service, we make our way to 

Northumberland with suitable stops en 

route. We arrive in Bamburgh late 

afternoon for our 5 night stay. 

Day 2: Our jaunt today takes us south 

along the Northumbrian Coast. From 

Bamburgh we head through 

Seahouses and Craster, to Alnwick, to 

visit the famous gardens. The grand 

cascade is an amazing water feature 

sending parabolas of water into the air 

in an eruption of fountains. The 

surrounding gardens include colourful 

ornamental design and a romantic 

rose garden. 

Day 3: Leaving after breakfast, our 

day begins with a visit to the villages 

of Ford and Etal. Whilst here we 

include a visit to Lady Waterford Hall - 

the hall was Ford School until 1957. 

We take a ride on the Heatherslaw 

Steam Light Railway and visit the 

Heatherslaw Cornmill, England’s most 

northerly working water mill. From 

here we head for the Scottish Borders 

region at Coldstream and continue 

along the Tweed Valley to Kelso. 

Flemish in style, its wide cobbled 


vICtoRIa HotEL ★★ Bamburgh 

market square and gracious Georgian 

buildings make it, without doubt, the 

most attractive town in the region. 

Day 4: Today’s excursion takes us 

across the causeway to Holy Island 

and the mysterious Lindisfarne Castle 

– visible in the distance from 

Bamburgh. We return to Bamburgh for 

free time, maybe visit the majestic 

castle on the beach, or the Grace 

Darling Museum. (The crossing of the 

causeway to Holy Island is governed 

by tide times. It may be necessary to 

amend this excursion) 

Day 5: We journey through beautiful 

countryside to the capital of 

Coquetdale, Rothbury. From here we 

continue through stunning countryside 

to Northern Europe’s largest manmade 

lake set in Europe’s largest 

man-made forest - Kielder Water. The 

views are breathtaking and whilst here 

we include an enjoyable cruise round 

the lake. 

Day 6: After breakfast we leave our 

hotel for the last time and make our 

way home with suitable stops en 

route, where our door to door service 


The Victoria Hotel is situated at the top of the main street in the 

coastal village of Bamburgh, overlooking the village green, just a short 

distance from the magnificent castle on the beach. All rooms are 

individually named, fully en suite, well equipped and comfortably 

furnished. Evening entertainment is planned on at least one evening 

during your stay. The hotel has no lift. 






6 DAYS 

£515

Lake District 

High Adventure 

Sunday 24 – Friday 29 June 2012 

Itinerary 


to join the coach for the journey to 

Keswick. 

Day 2: Today we visit the National 

Park Visitor Centre. Set in 30 acres of 

magnificent terraced gardens 

stretching down to the shore of 

Windermere, there are splendid views 

of the surrounding countryside. We 

then drive the short distance to 

Bowness to take lunch and explore 

the town, relax by the lake or take an 

optional boat cruise. We return to 

Keswick via the Kirkstone Pass, with 

its Lonely Inn at the summit. 

Day 3: Today we take to the 

‘Mountain Goat’ minibuses for a 

spectacular ‘High Adventure’ drive 

reaching the parts our tour coach 

cannot. The scenery and views are 

incredible as we travel past Thirlmere, 

over Dunmail Raise, through the 

rugged Wrynose Pass and up 

Hardknott Pass, one of the steepest in 

Britain. Descending Eskdale to the 

village of Boot, we join the narrow 

gauge steam railway at Dalgarth for a 

ride on La’al Ratty, as the train is 

affectionately known. We rejoin our 

minibuses and drive into magnificent 

Wasdale, travelling alongside 

England’s deepest lake, Wastwater, 

surrounded by England’s highest 

mountains. We return via Crummock 

Water, Buttermere and Honister Pass 

through the Northern Fells. An 

amazing and memorable day. 

Day 4: Free day. 

Day 5: First we travel to Hawkshead 

with its patchwork of cottages and 

cobbles set against a backdrop of 

woods and fells. We then head to the 

pretty village of Coniston. After free 

time we drive along the shores of 

Coniston Water, then the southern 

shores of Lake Windermere to our 

final stopping point, Grasmere - one 

of Cumbria’s most popular villages, is 

famed for its little gingerbread shop 

and literary links to William 

Wordsworth. 


way, with suitable stops en route, 


waiting for you. 

tHE SkIDDaW HotEL ★★★ Keswick 

The family owned and run Skiddaw is Keswick's premier hotel, located 

in the heart of the picturesque town, only minutes away from Lake 

Derwentwater. It has a residents' lounge, air-conditioned restaurant 

and lounge bar. All bedrooms have private facilities, hairdryer, trouser 

press, TV, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to 

most floors but there are stairs to access some rooms. 






6 DAYS 

£555 

Ribble Valley & 

The Concorde Experience 

Thursday 28 June – Monday 2 July 2012 

Itinerary 


we head to Lancashire. 





Martin Emperor. Watch the 



Mill shopping village for lunch. This 

afternoon we visit Barrowford and the 

Pendle Heritage Centre, a restored, 

300 year old house, featuring 

exhibitions of the Pendle Witch Story, 

an 18th century walled garden, 

tearoom, art gallery and shop. 

Day 3: We make our way to Bury to 

catch the East Lancashire Railway. 

The 12 mile journey takes us through 

the Irwell Valley to Rawtenstall. We 

rejoin the coach and make the short 

journey to Oswaldtwistle Mill where 

we have time for lunch. This afternoon 

we meet a guide for a coach tour of 

the Ribble Valley. The 'Nick of Pendle' 

road gives us a bird's-eye view of the 

spectacular landscape of the Ribble 

Valley and, if we are lucky, Blackpool 

Tower! Listen to the tales of Pendle 

Hill, the Sabden treacle mines and the 

craftsman who made firedogs for the 

Queen's home at Sandringham. 

Day 4: We spend the day in the 

cosmopolitan city of Manchester. We 

enjoy a panoramic coach tour taking 

in the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ Old Trafford 

Stadium, Salford Quays, Granada 

Studios, and many of the cities 

historic sites. This afternoon is free to 

explore the city. Why not visit ‘Urbis’, 

an exhibition centre focused on city 

life, the Museum of Science & 

Industry. 

Day 5: We depart our hotel after 

breakfast and travel to Manchester 

Airport's aviation park. Where we 

enjoy a guided tour of Concorde G- 

BOAC, pride of the British Airways 

supersonic fleet. We visit the flight 

deck, sit in one of the famous leather 

seats in the front cabin and learn 

about some of the aircraft's famous 

passengers, including the Queen! 

Later we return to Norfolk where our 

door to door service will take you 

home. 

MaRRIott HotEL ★★★★ Broughton 





Facilities include an indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna and 

gymnasium. There is a lift to all floors. 






5 DAYS 

£369 


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Eastbourne 

& The Sunshine Coast 

Thursday 28 June – Monday 2 July 2012 

Itinerary 




departure south to Eastbourne. 

Day 2: Today we visit Rye with its 

quaint charm of the 18th century 

cobbled streets and breathtaking 

views of Romney Marsh. This 

afternoon we visit Great Dixter House 

& Gardens- the family home of the 

late Christopher Lloyd, who devoted 

his lifetime to creating one of the 

most experimental, exciting and 

constantly changing gardens of our 

time. Incorporating many medieval 

buildings, the gardens surround the 

house, each complement the other. 

Day 3: This morning we go via 

Beachy Head to the Regency resort of 

Brighton. Later we return to our hotel 

via the picturesque village of Alfriston 

Day 4: A day at leisure to relax and 

explore your surroundings, maybe 

take a walk along the lovely 

promenade gardens, stroll to the end 

of the nearby pier or visit the modern 

shopping centre. 

Day 5: After breakfast, sadly we make 

our way back to Norfolk, where our 



CavENDISH HotEL ★★★★ Eastbourne 








making facilities.The hotel also has a lift to all floors. 






5 DAYS 

£415 

Llandudno 

Itinerary 




Llandudno. 

Day 2: Day at leisure in Llandudno. 

Day 3: This morning we cross the 

Menai Straits to the Isle of Anglesey. 

We visit the historic town of 

Beaumaris with its medieval castle 

dating back to the reign of Edward I 

and its Victorian Pier, Gaol and Court 

House. We then stop for lunch at 

Lanfair PG, shortened from the 58 

letter longest named village in Britain. 

This afternoon we visit Plas-Newydd, 

situated on the banks of the Menai 

Strait and home to the Marquess of 

Anglesey. This 18th century house, 

commands spectacular views of 

Snowdonia, the Military Museum, and 

of course, the lovely gardens with 

colour all year round. 

Day 4: A full day tour to the historic 

city of Chester. The city’s heritage is 

truly inspiring and includes a host of 

great treasures from the past and 

boasts the best preserved city wall in 

England. Visit the splendid cathedral 

and browse among the two tiered 


Saturday 30 June – Saturday 7 July 2012 

galleries of shops dating from the 

middle ages. 

Day 5: Today we head into the 

Snowdonia National park to the town 

of Llanberis. We pay a visit to the 

Electric Mountain where we will enjoy 

a fully guided tour around Dinorwig 

Power Station. This starts with a 

sound and vision spectacular at 

Electric Mountain. An expedition bus 

will then transport you to the power 

station itself. Descending deep inside 

the ancient Elidir mountain’s labyrinth 

of dark and imposing tunnels, you’ll 

experience one of man’s greatest 

engineering achievements. 

Day 6: This morning we head along 

the Vale of Conwy to pretty Betws-ycoed. 

The town nestles among the 

hills of the Gwydyr Forest in a valley 

where three rivers flow and tumble 

down to the town over sparkling 

waterfalls. Afternoon at leisure in 

Llandudno 



have to leave Llandudno and head 



tyNEDaLE HotEL ★★★ WTB Llandudno 

The Tynedale Hotel, a firm favourite of our customers for many years, 

enjoys a prominent position on the sweeping flat promenade, boasting 

panoramic views of Llandudno Bay. All bedrooms are en suite and 

have TV, radio, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, and telephone. 

Entertainment is provided each evening, which can also be enjoyed 

from the hotels floodlit patio. The hotel has a lift. 






8 DAYS 

£565

Photo © Flickr – Chris P Jobling 

Beyond the 

Brecon Beacons 

Monday 2 – Friday 6 July 2012 

Itinerary 


we travel west through the Midlands 

and Powys to the Metropole Hotel in 

Llandrindod Wells. 


through the beautiful mountain 

scenery of the Brecon Becons and 

Black Mountains. We visit the town of 

Llandovery, which means ‘Church 

among the Waters’, for morning 

coffee. This medieval market town is 

surrounded by three rivers, the Towy, 

the Bran and the Gwydderig. We then 

take a scenic drive across the Black 

Mountains to the town of Brecon, 

where we have lunch, before traveling 

across the Beacons to the National 

Park Visitors Centre at Libanus. 

Day 3: A half-day scenic ride today 

around the glittering lakes of the Elan 

Valley, set deep in the wild and 

remote hills above Rhayader and the 

haunt of the rare bird of prey, the red 

kite. 

Day 4: A feast of scenic beauty today 

as we follow the infant River Wye 

continuing west to Aberystwyth. In the 

afternoon we join the Vale of Rheidol 

Railway for a scenic ride up the river 

valley to Devils Bridge. A romantic 

glen above cascading rapids, is 

crossed by an ancient bridge 

attributed to the Devil, but most likely 

built by Monks. We then cross back 

over the mountains to Llandrindod 

Wells. 

Day 5: After breakfast we leave Wales 

and return back to Norfolk, where our 



MEtRoPoLE HotEL ★★★★ Llandrindod Wells 

Situated in the centre of Llandrindod Wells, this hotel has been owned 

and run by the same family for over 100 years. A superb indoor leisure 

complex complements the hotel’s Victorian grandeur. It is situated in a 

Victorian style conservatory, complete with large heated swimming 

pool, whirlpool, steamroom, sauna and games room. The hotel also has 

a restaurant, lounge & bar. All bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, 

radio, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and are served by a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£389 

Ludlow & 

The Shropshire Hills 


Itinerary 



which we make our way to Ludlow. 

Day 2: Today we are joined by a guide 

for a tour around Herefordshire’s black 

and white village trail, passing villages 

such as Knighton, Pembridge, 

Eardisland and Weobley. We also 

include a visit to the historic city of 

Hereford with its magnificent 

cathedral, delightful architecture and 

lots of interesting little side streets. 

Day 3: Free day to explore Ludlow. 

The castle, shops and historic 

buildings are all within easy walking 

distance from the hotel. 

Day 4: We travel through the 

Shropshire hills via Church Stretton to 

Shrewsbury, almost an island caught 

in a loop of the River Severn. The 

town features breezy black and white 

timbered houses and has a wide 

selection of shops, olde style inns, 

traditional pubs and modern 

restaurants. This afternoon we travel 

to the outskirts of Welshpool to visit 

Powis Castle and Gardens, perched 

on a rock above the garden terraces, 

with fine views of the Severn valley. 

This red stone medieval castle 

contains one of the finest collections 

of paintings and furniture in Wales. 

The famous garden overhung with 

enormous yew trees shelters rare and 

tender plants and colourful 

herbaceous borders. The garden 

retains its original lead statues, 

orangery and an aviary on the 

terraces. 

tHE fEatHERS HotEL ★★★ Ludlow 





The famous black and white timber façade of this exclusive 40 room 

hotel dates from 1619 and its interior features do not disappoint – 

Huge stone fireplaces, dark wooden panelling and beams all add 

character to this lovely building. All en suite rooms have TV, hospitality 

tray, hairdryer and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£355 


Photo © Flickr – Ian Plumb 

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Antrim Coast 

& The Giants Causeway 

All Inclusive 

Wednesday 4 – Tuesday 10 July 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to our overnight 

hotel. 


hotel and make our way to Holyhead 

for our lunchtime sailing to Dublin. We 

continue our journey to Carrickfergus 

for our four night stay at the Clarion 

Hotel, where we have a welcome 

drink on arrival. 

Day 3: A wonderful day ahead today 

as we journey north along County 

Antrim's coastal road for the chance 

to take in the stunning scenery. We 

visit Giant's Causeway, one of 

Ireland's top tourist attractions, a 

spectacular sight of thousands of 

symmetrical columns rising 

dramatically from the sea. Certainly a 

sight to behold! We also include a visit 

to the village of Bushmills, where we 

include a tour and tastings at Old 

Bushmill Distillery, the oldest whiskey 

producer in Ireland 

Day 4: At leisure in Carrickfergus. The 

town grew up around its massive 

castle, the building which began in 

1108 was built to protect Belfast 

Lough. Its said to be the best 

preserved Norman Castle in Ireland. 

The town also boasts a beautiful 

marina, and many shops, restaurants 

and bars. 

Day 5: Today we head into Belfast 

where we are joined by a guide for a 

coach tour of the city. This afternoon 

we visit the brand new Titanic 

Signature Building, housing an 

exhibition commemorating the 100th 

anniversary of the Titanic’s tragic 

maiden voyage and based on the 

theme of the Titanic and Belfast’s 

maritime heritage. 

Day 6: After breakfast we retrace our 

steps back to Dublin for our afternoon 

sailing to Holyhead. On arrival we 

continue our journey to our overnight 

hotel. 


make our way back to Norfolk, with 

suitable stops en route, where our 



CLaRIoN HotEL ★★★ Carrickfergus 

Situated in the historic coastal town of Carrickfergus in County Antrim, 

our hotel makes a superb base from which to explore. All 68 air 

conditioned en suite bedrooms feature hairdryer, satellite TV and 

tea/coffee making facilites. The hotel has a lift. 


7 DAYS 

£585 


• 6 nights Dinner, bed & breakfast • Packed lunches or 1 course hot 

buffet lunch in resort on 3 days • Free bar, 18:00-21:00 – selected 

drinks only in resort • Door to door service 

• Please note inclusive package is only applicable in main resort 



Cheshire 

Highlights 

Thursday 5 – Monday 9 July 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to the Pinewood 

Hotel. 


Blakemere Craft Village set in the 

Cheshire countryside. We then visit 

the superb Chester Zoo Gardens. It 

cares for over 7000 animals, 

representing over 400 different 

species, conservation is at the heart 

of the zoo. With over 110 acres of 

award winning landscape and feature 

gardens, there is something for 

everyone to make this an enjoyable 

day out. 

Day 3: This morning we spend some 

time in the charming town of 

Knutsford, explore the cobbles and 

courtyards that were the basis for 

Eliizabeth Gaskill’s “Cranford. Later we 

visit Tatton Park, an impressive 

historic estate. In addition to the 

mansion and deer park, also has a 

garden ranking among the best in 

England. Reflecting most styles back 

to 1715, the gardens include formal 


terraces, fine borders and a beech 

maze that is over 200 years old 

Day 4: Today we travel to the very 

impressive Anderton Boat Lift – one of 

the greatest monuments to Britain’s 

last canal age and known as the 

‘Cathedral of the Canals’. Built in 

1875 it was recently restored to its 

former glory. Enjoy a boat trip through 

the lift, and visit the operations centre 

and the interactive exhibition. In the 

afternoon we visit Arley Hall and 

Gardens. In the beautiful Jacobean 

Hall visitors are enthralled by entering 

a living history, giving an intimate 

insight into life in the Hall and its 500 

year history. The gardens were 

recently voted to be one of the top ten 

in Britain and celebrated as one of the 

finest double herbaceous gardens in 

the country. 

Day 5: After breakfast we bid a fond 

farewell to our hosts and make our 




home. 

PINEWooD HotEL ★★★★ Handforth, Cheshire 

This luxurious 4-star standard hotel is located on the outskirts of 

Manchester. All bedrooms are en suite, and have TV, telephone, ironing 

board, Hairdryer, internet connection and tea/coffee making facilities. 

Amenities include a lobby area, restaurant, lounge bar and extensive 

gardens. Lift serving most floors. 






5 DAYS 

£369

Delightful 

Durham Dales 


Itinerary 


we make our way to West Auckland 

for our 4 night stay at the fabulous 

14th century Manor House Hotel. 

Day 2: Leaving after breakfast we 

begin our day with a drive skirting 

picturesque Hamsterley Forest en 

route to Middleton-in-Teesdale, with 

its little shops and tearooms. After a 

short break we continue to the market 

town of Barnard Castle. Known as 

‘Barny’ to the locals, we have time to 

explore the town. You can see where 

Dickens immortalised ‘Dothboys Hall’, 

take a look at Cromwell’s refuge, 

browse the antique shops, or visit the 

castle itself, high above the Tees. We 

then visit Bowes Museum – one of 

County Durham’s biggest surprises. 

Housed in a majestic French-style 

chateau, the Museum opened in 1892 

and will amaze you with its superb 

collection. 


Locomotion at Shildon. This is is an 

outpost of the National Railway 

Museum in York and contains 

locomotives, artefacts and 

memorabilia dating back to the birth 

of the railways. In 1825 Shildon was 

home to the first ever steam-hauled 

passenger train. We join the Weardale 

Railway for a delightful ride through 

picturesque countryside to 

Wolsingham and Stanhope. This 

afternoon we visit Raby Castle and 

Gardens, near Staindrop. This is one 

of the country’s most impressive 

medieval castles and has been home 

to the Barnard family since 1626. 

Day 4: We visit the acclaimed 

Beamish Open Air Museum. This 

famous attraction gives a vivid 

working recreation of life in the 1800’s 

and early 1900’s, and has been the 

setting for several dramatisations of 

Catherine Cookson novels. 





home. 

MaNoR HoUSE HotEL & CoUNtRy CLUb ★★★ West Auckland 

This impressive 14th century manor house is set in its own grounds in 

the pleasant village of West Auckland. The hotel is steeped in history 

and was once the hunting lodge for Henry VIII. All comfortable en suite 

bedrooms feature TV, telephone, hairdryer & hospitality tray. Relax in 

the Beehive Bar, situated in the original kitchen which boasts a 

magnificent fireplace incorporating the original beehive oven. The 

hotel also has its own health club with indoor heated swimming pool. 






5 DAYS 

£389 

Kent’s 

Garden Coast 


Itinerary 



taken to meet the coach for a leisurely 

drive to Hythe. 


way to the market town of Faversham, 

one of England's most charming and 

historic market towns, nestling 

between the rural beauty of the rolling 

Downs and the sweeping flatlands of 

the North Kent Marshes. After free 

time we continue our journey to 

Canterbury to enjoy a guided tour of 

the magnificent cathedral. We will 

have ample free time to explore this 

wonderful city, which has a maze of 

intriguing side streets with a rich 

variety of specialist shops, welcoming 

cafes and traditional pubs in which to 

relax. 

Day 3: Today we travel along the Kent 

coast, through Folkestone and Dover 

to Walmer, where we visit Walmer 

Castle and Gardens. Originally built by 

Henry VIII as a formidable fortress, the 

castle has been turned into an elegant 

stately home. The gardens are superb, 

particularly the Queen Mother’s 

Garden, designed to commemorate 

her 95th birthday. From here we make 

the short trip to the genteel resort of 

Deal. We have time to take lunch and 

have a look around before leaving for 

a visit to Barnsole Vineyard, where we 

enjoy a tour and tasting. 

Day 4: A leisurely day as we make 

the short journey to Hythe station 

home of the World’s smallest public 

railway. We enjoy a return trip to 

Dungeness and the rest of the day is 

at leisure in Hythe. 


way back to Norfolk stopping off at 

the Museum of Kent Life. Discover the 

rich and vibrant history of the people 

who lived and worked in the garden of 

England. Explore the many buildings, 

which have been saved from 

destruction, perfectly rebuilt and 

restored to their true essence. On our 

return our door to door service will be 


MERCURE HytHE IMPERIaL HotEL ★★★★ Hythe 

The hotel enjoys a fantastic panoramic seafront location in the 

upmarket seaside town of Hythe, and is set in 50 acres. All bedrooms 

are en suite with TV, hairdryer, telephone, hospitality tray and lift 

access. The hotel also boasts an extensive leisure centre with indoor 

heated pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and gym. 






5 DAYS 

£395 


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St Agnes & 

The Eden Project 

Friday 13 – Thursday 19 July 2012 

Thursday 19 – Wednesday 25 July 2012 

Itinerary 










Lands End before heading to St Ives. 

Wander the maze of cobbled streets 

with their quaint stone cottages, 

explore the harbour or maybe pay a 

visit to the Tate gallery. 

Day 3: A full day at the Eden Project. 

The world’s largest ‘greenhouses’ are 

the centrepiece of this spectacular 

global garden, designed to tell the 

story of plants by recreating climatic 

zones, which contain thousands of 

beautiful plants from around the world. 

Day 4: Free day to relax and explore. 


to the lovely harbour town of Padstow 

renowned for Rick Stein’s fish 

restaurant. Later we include a visit to 

Pencarrow to see this elegant 

Georgian house, filled with fine 

furniture and artworks, the Grade 

Victorian rockery and Italian garden. 

Day 6: Half day excursion to 

Newquay, Cornwall’s most vibrant 

resort and one of the UK’s top seaside 

towns. Free time here to take in the 

beaches, seafront shops and 

sweeping cliff-top views or enjoy a 

leisurely lunch. 






7 DAYS 

£565 




facilities. The hotel also has an outdoor pool and croquet lawn. There 

is no lift. 




REF: DATE INSURANCE SINGLE SUP 

AWE 2086 Friday 13 – Thursday 19 July 2012 £23 £Nil (Ltd Availability) 

AWE 2088 Thursday 19 – Wednesday 25 July 2012 £23 £Nil (Ltd Availability) 

Bournemouth 

Sunday 15 – Sunday 22 July 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Bournemouth. 


Day 3: Today we enjoy a leisurely 

drive around the New Forest, with its 

delightful villages, ancient woodlands 

and wilderness heath. In the afternoon 

we visit Beaulieu, with its extensive 

grounds, home of the Montague 

family and the National Motor 

Museum. 

Day 4: Today we have a full day tour. 

Firstly we travel to Dorchester to visit 

the Market. In the afternoon on to 

Weymouth, with its quaint little back 

streets that wind round the old 


Weymouth bay. 



lovely harbour town of Poole. We then 

make the short journey to Longthorns, 

near Wareham, to visit Monkey World 

Ape Rescue Centre. Set amongst 65 

acres of Dorset woodland the 

sanctuary is home for over 230 

primates of 15 different species. 

Day 6: This morning we enjoy a visit 

to Compton Acres - with ten acres of 

horticultural gems including Italianate 

and Japanese Gardens, it is one of 

the finest privately owned historic 

gardens in The South. This afternoon 

we head back to Bournemouth for an 

afternoon at leisure. 



homeward journey stopping off at 

Royal Windsor. After lunch we return 

to Norfolk where our door to door 


home. 

tHE SUNCLIff HotEL ★★★ Bournemouth 

Conveniently located on the prestigious East Cliff, close to the zig zag 


The hotel offers a fine restaurant and pleasant bar and lounge areas 

overlooking the sea. All 95 bedrooms have en suite facilities, TV, 

telephone, hairdryer, and hot drinks refreshment tray. The hotel also 

boasts a leisure club, including indoor heating pool, gym and sauna. 







8 DAYS 

£579

Photo © Flickr – paul-simpson.org 

Footsteps 

of Churchill 

Thursday 19 – Monday 23 July 

Itinerary 


we travel to Reading, arriving at the 

Best Western Moat House Hotel late 

afternoon. 


magnificent Blenheim Palace, 

birthplace of Winston Churchill and, as 

part of our visit, we see the rooms 

where he was born in 1874. Leaving 

Blenheim we pay a brief visit to 

nearby Bladon village, where Churchill 

is buried in the local churchyard. 

Day 3: We make our way into London 

today to visit the Cabinet War Rooms 

and Churchill Museum. The Cabinet 

War Rooms were emergency 

accommodation provided for Winston 

Churchill and the War Cabinet against 

air attacks during the Second World 

War. See the original 21 historic 

rooms where the Defence of the 

Realm was planned. Also included is 

the Churchill Museum, which charts 

his entire life. 

Day 4: Today we head into Kent to the 

family home of Churchill, Chartwell 

House. The house and gardens remain 

virtually the same as when he lived 

there. 

Day 5: After breakfast we pay a brief 

visit to RAF Hendon. The museum 

houses a world-class collection of 

aircraft, aviation artefacts and 

memorabilia. After lunch make our 

way back to Norfolk where our door to 

door service will be waiting to take 

you home. 

bESt WEStERN Moat HoUSE HotEL ★★★★ Reading 

Delightfully located on the banks of the River Loddon, this newly 

refurbished hotel offers the best of everything in terms of comfort and 

relaxation. All bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, hairdryer, 

tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£379 

Scarborough 

& The Yorkshire Moors 

Sunday 22 – Friday 27 July 

Itinerary 


we travel north to Yorkshire. 

Day 2: Today we head south to the 

genteel resort of Filey for a short visit 

before continuing to the village of 

Cropton. At the New Inn we find the 

Cropton Brewery Visitor Centre, we 

include a half pint of traditional ale. 

You can also buy souvenir bottles of 

the various excellent beers to take 

home with you. From here we 

continue to the lovely village of 

Hutton-le-Hole, where we enjoy a visit 

to the Ryedale Folk Museum and 

discover something of the area’s 

history. After a very enjoyable day we 

return to Scarborough late afternoon. 

Day 3: A free day to discover the 

varied attractions of enjoy the 

delightful promenade in the Belvedere 

Gardens. Take a short walk to the 

town centre and shops, amble down 

to the beaches of South Bay or the 

busy little harbour. Explore the town 

with its indoor markets and antique 

shops or walk up to Scarborough’s 

fortress castle and enjoy the views 

across the Bays. 

Day 4: Full day excursion through the 

Vale of Pickering to the town of 

Pickering, where you join the North 

Yorkshire Railway for the train journey 

to Goathland and Heartbeat Country. 

Here you will have some free time 

before rejoining the coach and take a 

short journey to the sea-faring town of 

Whitby, the home of Captain James 

Cook. 

Day 5: We travel through Thornton-le- 

Dale to Castle Howard. Here 

“Yorkshire rivals Rome”. For over 300 

years this palatial stately home has 

commanded its position over the 

Howardian Hills and, more recently, 

was the setting for TV’s acclaimed 

‘Brideshead Revisited’. There is time 

to visit the house, take a stroll around 

the delightful grounds and enjoy a 

drink and snack before we return to 

Scarborough. 





home. 

ESPLaNDE HotEL ★★★ Scarborough 

The AA/RAC 3 Star Esplanade Hotel enjoys a commanding position on 

Scarborough’s South Cliff, yet is just a short walk from the beach, the 

Spa and the town centre. Bedrooms are all en suite with TV and 

tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. 






6 DAYS 

£475 


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Torquay 

Friday 27 July – Friday 3 August 2012 

Itinerary 




southwest to Devon, arriving at our 

hotel late afternoon. 

Day 2: Day at leisure 



House of Marbles for morning coffee, 

before heading across wild and 

rugged Dartmoor to Princetown. We 



grounds. 

Day 4: Today we enjoy an excursion 

along the wonderful English Riviera. 

Firstly, we make the short journey to 

Babbacombe where we include entry 

to the Model Village. From here, we 

continue along the coast to Dawlish 

with its Georgian and Victorian 

architecture. We then continue to the 

seaside town of Teignmouth. Steeped 

in maritime history, this working 

harbour boasts sandy beaches, a 

Victorian pier along with pedestrian 

shopping areas and interesting old 

back streets to explore. 

Day 5: This morning we embark on a 

wonderful journey on the scenic South 

Devon Railway from Buckfastleigh to 

Totnes. After free time in Totnes we 

head to Olde Worlde Dartmouth, with 

free time to explore this unspoilt 

harbour town (you may wish to take 

an optional boat trip on the River 

Dart – fare not included). 

Day 6: After a leisurely morning join 

our coach for a gentle ride along the 

coast to the pretty fishing port of 

Brixham with its narrow streets, inns, 

art galleries and craft shops. 






home. 













8 DAYS 

£579 

Itinerary 


makes for a relaxing departure as we 

make our way to our hotel in Dunoon. 

Day 2: We travel to the historic town 

of Inverary, where we step back three 

centuries and pay a visit to the 

fascinating Castle with its remarkable 

and unique architecture. There is free 

time to explore the town and have 

lunch before we head back to 

Dunoon. 

Day 3: A full day excursion through 

the Argyll Forest, past Loch Eck and 

on to Colintraive, to join the ferry to 

the Isle of Bute. We have a lunchtime 

stop in Rothesay before returning 

through Tighnabruaich with some 

spectacular views of the Kyles of Bute. 

Day 4: A scenic excursion over the 

‘Rest and be Thankful’ Pass to visit 


Dunoon and 

The West Highlands 

Sunday 29 July – Saturday 4 August 2012 

ESPLaNaDE HotEL ★★★ Dunoon 

the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. We 

make a brief stop in Tarbet where you 

will have the opportunity to take a 

cruise on Loch Lomand (fare not 

included), before continuing to the 

pretty waterside village of Luss. 

Day 5: A free day to enjoy beautiful 

Dunoon, or an opportunity to perhaps 

take a cruise around the Firth of 

Clyde. 

Day 6: A restful morning is followed 

by a short ride to visit the Botanical 

Gardens at Benmore, a world famous 

collection of flowering trees and 

shrubs. 


travel back to Norfolk to arrive early 

evening where our door to door 

service will be waiting to transfer you 

to your home. 

Situated in Dunoon, on the West Bay Promenade, this family owned 

and run hotel offers a warm welcome, appetizing meals, friendly 

service and comfortable well appointed accommodation. All en suite 

bedrooms feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality tray & lift 

access. 






7 DAYS 

£505

Southport 

Sunday 29 July – Thursday 2 August 2012 

Itinerary 


collects you from your home and 

brings you to join your tour coach. We 

then depart Norfolk for our leisurely 

drive to Southport. 

Day 2: Today we enjoy a full day 

guided tour to experience the scenic 

beauty and hidden delights around the 

hills of Pendle and the Forest of 

Bowland. We also include a visit to the 

market town of Clitheroe. 

Day 3: Free day at leisure in 

Southport. 

Day 4: We travel via the Wirral 

Peninsular to Port Sunlight, a garden 

village built in the 19th century to 

house the Sunlight soap workers, 

where we visit the Heritage Centre. 

We then travel to Liverpool’s Albert 

Dock where we have some free time 

to explore this historic area full of 

shops and attractions, The Beatles 

Story, Tate Gallery, the Maritime 

Museum – the choice is yours. 

Day 5: We depart from the hotel for 

our return journey to Norfolk, where 



BESt WEStERN RoyaL CLIftoN HotEL HHH Southport 

The Best Western Royal Clifton Hotel is situated on the Promenade 

adjacent to Marine Lake. There is a lounge, bars, the Royal Pavilion 

award winning restaurant, and a health and fitness club offering 

heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gym, sauna, steam room and 

hairdressing salon. All bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, 

hospitality tray, hairdryer, telephone and lift access. 






Photo © Flickr – Charlie Dave 

5 DAYS 

£349 

Edinburgh Tattoo 

Thursday 2 – Monday 6 August 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Our door to door service takes 

you to join our coach as we travel 

north for our stay at the Westerwood 

Hotel. 

Day 2: This morning we go into 

Edinburgh for a guided coach tour of 

the city, we then have some free time 

for lunch and sightseeing before 

continuing to the Royal Palace of 

Holyrood, the Queen’s official 

residence 

Day 3: A morning at leisure to enjoy 

the facilities and amenities of the 

hotel. This afternoon we travel to the 

Ocean Terminal, where we include a 

visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. We 

then proceed to Edinburgh Castle to 

take our seats at the world famous 

Tattoo. After this spectacular show we 

return to our hotel for a late supper. 


visit the Trossachs, often called “the 

Highlands in Miniature”. Birch covered 

5 DAYS 

£505 

mountains, dramatic crags, tumbling 

streams, moorlands and glens are all 

viewed as we journey through this 

beautiful area. 

Day 5: After breakfast we rejoin our 

coach and travel back to Norfolk, 

arriving home late evening for our 

door to door service. 

Please note: The Tattoo takes place 

in the historic setting of the Esplanade 

of Edinburgh Castle. Castle Hill, the 

old cobbled approach to the Esplanade 

is on an incline and generally the 

seating is quite steeply tiered. 

WEStERWooD HotEL & GoLf RESoRt HHHH Cumbernauld 

This hotel is magnificently situated in its own grounds, overlooking the 

Campsie Hills with views across to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. 

All of the en suite bedrooms are pleasantly decorated and feature TV, 

telephone, hairdryer and hospitality tray. There is no lift, but some 

ground floor rooms are available on request. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Tattoo entry ticket • Excursions as 

specified • 3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast • 1 night bed, breakfast & 

late supper • Door to door Service 




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Photo © Flickr Rafael Kage 

Violins 

& Variations 

Monday 6 – Friday 10 August 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Tewkesbury. 

Day 2: Today we discover the long 

standing connections between 

Worcester and Sir Edward Elgar. We 

visit The Edward Elgar Birthplace 

museum which includes morning 

refreshments. We then included a 45 

minute walking tour of Worcester 

highlighting buildings of historical 

interest. After free time to explore we 

visit Worcester Cathedral for a music 

themed guided tour which highlights 

Elgar’s connections with the Cathedral 

and the city. 

Day 3: This morning we make the 

short journey into the centre of 

Gloucester with a chance to look 

around the historic city centre with its 

magnificent cathedral and historic 

docks. After lunch we make our way 

back to Tewkesbury for an afternoon 

at leisure. 


spectacular 5-acre Abbey House 

gardens, situated in the heart of 

Malmesbury’s historic town centre. 

Featured on BBC Gardeners World, 

they are recommended by Alan 

Titchmarsh. ‘The Naked Gardeners’, 

Barbara and Ian Pollard have 

painstakingly and lovingly brought this 

meticulous, internationally renowned, 

privately owned garden back to life. 

We then head to the old market town 

of Cirencester, recognized as the 

capital of the Cotswolds. Packed full 

of history it was the second largest 

Roman City in Britain. 



route where our door to door service 


tEWkESBURy PaRk HotEL & CoUNtRy CLUB HHHH Tewkesbury 

This fabulous former 18th century manor house stands on the site of 

an ancient battle from the War of the Roses, and is set overlooking 

Tewkesbury, with views of the Abbey and Malvern Hills. Hotel facilities 

include a golf course, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi 

and gym. All the comfortable en suite bedrooms are en suite with TV, 

telephone, hairdryer & hospitality tray. There is no lift (ground floor 

rooms may be requested, but are subject to availability) . 






5 DAYS 

£395 

Harrogate 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Harrogate and 

the Old Swan Hotel. 

Day 2: Our day begins with an 

‘Emmerdale’ drive, taking us through 

the beautiful countryside featured in 

the opening credits of the programme. 

We make our way to the tiny village of 

Esholt – ‘Beckindale’ and then 

‘Emmerdale’ for many years. We have 

arranged for coffee at the famous 

‘Woolpack’. From here we head for 

the former spa town of Ilkley, 

sheltered by Ilkley Moor and the Cow 

and Calf Rocks. Here we visit Ilkley 

Toy Museum and recall many 

childhood memories. We stay here for 

lunch, you may fancy tea & cakes at 

Betty’s. This afternoon we visit the 

National Trust owned East Riddlesden 

Hall, an intimate manor house set in 

mature grounds in the Aire Valley. 


head for historic York. We have the 

day to explore this fascinating city 

with lots of attractions to keep you 

busy, such as the National Railway 

Museum and Jorvik Centre. Visit the 

City Walls, the little streets and 


alleyways in the centre, not forgetting 

the magnificent Minster. Late 

afternoon we return to the hotel 

Day 4: The day is free for you to 

explore the town of Harrogate. Enjoy a 

lovely stroll through beautiful Valley 

Gardens, explore the delightful Victoria 

arcades for some retail therapy. Have 

a relaxing lunch in one of the many 

restaurants, cafes and bars. We have 

an early evening dinner before 

tonight’s outing to Ripon. First we 

have a behind the scenes guided tour 

of the beautiful and awesome Ripon 

Cathedral. in the market square we 

witness one of the oldest English 

traditions which has been kept alive 

for hundreds of years without a break. 

At 9.00 p.m. the Ripon Hornblower 

sets the night watch from each corner 

of the obelisk in the centre of the 

square to reassure citizens that all is 

well. Afterwards we return to 

Harrogate 





home. 

tHE oLD SWaN HotEL HHH Harrogate 

The 3 star Old Swan Hotel stands in the centre of the lovely town of 

Harrogate, in Yorkshire, and is famed as being Agatha Christie’s hiding 

place during her disappearance in 1926. Bedrooms are stylishly 

furnished and the public areas include the Library restaurant, the 

Wedgwood Room and the lounge bar. All bedrooms are en suite and 

have satellite television telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee facilities. 

The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£379

Northern 

Landscapes 


Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home collection 

we make our way to the North West of 

England. 

Day 2: Today we head for Longtown 

and drive along Liddesdale as we 

make our way to picturesque Kielder 

Water and Forest Park. We take a 

break at the visitor centre before 

continuing to Bellingham and Hexham, 

dominated by the Abbey overlooking 

the market square. This afternoon we 

return along the path of Hadrian’s 

Wall, which stretched some 76 miles 

from the Tyne to the Solway. 

Day 3: This morning we start our first 

train journey of the day in Carlisle. The 

line follows the Cumbrian coastline 

through Maryport and Whitehaven, the 

stunning sea views stay with us to 

Ravenglass. Here we join the 

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, L’al 

Ratty Steam Train, from the coast to 

the foothills of England’s highest 

mountains. Seven miles of steam in 

the Lake District National Park. 

Day 4: We travel into the Yorkshire 

Dales to Kirkby Lonsdale, where we 

find the weekly market in full swing. 

Then we travel on past the immense 

Ribblehead Viaduct, through charming 

Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Settle. In the 

afternoon we take in the most 

spectacular train journey on a main 

line railway in the whole of England – 

the famous Settle to Carlisle line. 

Towering viaducts, bridges, long deep 

tunnels and lovingly kept station 

gardens all help to make this one of 

the best loved lines in the country. We 

travel along the whole line through 

majestic scenery to Carlisle where we 

rejoin the coach for the ride back to 

Gilsland 


with suitable stops en route. Our door 


you home. 

GISLaND SPa HotEL HHHH Gisland 

The Gilsland Spa Hotel is set in 140 acres of woodland with fantastic 

views across the Irthing Gorge, where the River Irthing separates the 

counties of Cumbria and Northumberland. All bedrooms are en suite 

and have television and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a 

lift to most floors. 






5 DAYS 

£405 

Wales on Rails! 


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Wales. 

Day 2: Today we join the Ffestiniog 

Railway at Portmadog. This historic 

train climbs over 700 feet from sea 

level into the mountains through 

tranquil pastures and magnificent 

forests, past lakes and waterfalls, 

round horseshoe bends. We 

disembark at Blaenau Ffestiniog then 

make our way to the Llechwedd Slate 

Mines. After a brief visit we take a 

scenic drive to Betws-y-Coed. 

Day 3: This morning at leisure. 

Perhaps take the train ride on the 

Cambrian Coast Railway to Pwllheli 

where its market day. Join us this 

afternoon for our excursion to 

Portmeirion designed and built by Sir 

Cough Williams – Ellis between 1925 

and 1975 in the style of an Italian 

village, and featured in the Cult TV 

series The Prisoner. 

Day 4: Today we head south to Tywyn 

and the Talyllyn Narrow Gauge Railway 

where we board for Nant Gwernol and 

return to Abergynolwyn. We rejoin our 

coach and enjoy a beautiful return 

journey via Barmouth and Harlech 

Castle. 





tHE LIoN HotEL HHH WTB Criccieth 






bar & lift. NB Some rooms at this hotel are located in an adjacent 

annexe. 






5 DAYS 

£345 


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Longleat & 

The West Country Wonders 


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departure to Swindon, making a 

lunchtime stop in Windsor. 


way to the maritime city of Bristol for 

a guided coach tour. One of Europe’s 

most dynamic cities, with over a 

thousand years of history and a 

fascinating industrial and maritime 

heritage. This afternoon we visit 

Tyntesfield a spectacular Victorian 

gothic revival country house. 

HILtoN HotEL HHHH Swindon 

Day 3: Full day tour to the 

picturesque town of Bradford-on-Avon 

for a cruise on the Kennet and Avon 

Canal. After lunch continue to the 

National Trust village of Lacock which 

is being returned to its 17th and 18th 

century appearance. Blink twice and 

you are back in the England of 

centuries ago. 

Day 4: We enjoy an excursion today 

to nearby Longleat, home of Lord 

Bath. You will receive a passport that 

covers everything at Longleat, a 

fascinating ride through the safari 

park, entrance to the beautiful house, 

safari, boats, various gardens and 

exhibitions, the maze and railway. 

Take your time to enjoy virtually the 

whole day at this superb attraction. 

Day 5: We return to Norfolk via Oxford 

with free time to explore the ‘city of 

dreaming spires’. After lunch we make 

our way home to Norfolk where our 



This hotel is located amidst pleasant, mature woodland on the 

outskirts of Swindon. All the en suite bedrooms are air-conditioned 

with satellite TV and hospitality tray. Additional facilities include a 

restaurant, bar, lounge and leisure facilities. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£385 

Plymouth & 

The Eden Project 

Itinerary 


we travel south to Plymouth, arriving 

late afternoon at the Holiday Inn. 

Day 2: Today our tour begins with a 

drive along the Tamar Valley to 

Tavistock. In the heart of this ancient 

town is the pannier Market. After time 

to explore we head across wild and 

rugged Dartmoor to Princetown. 

Following lunch we visit Buckland 

Abbey which was founded in 1278 by 

the Cistercian order of monks, the last 

Cistercian foundation in England. 

Buckland Abbey was once home to Sir 

Francis Drake, and the house stayed 

in the family until 1948 when it 

passed to the National Trust. 

Day 3: Free day to explore Plymouth. 

This wonderful Naval City is where the 

17th century Pilgrim fathers sailed to 

America, and houses a busy harbour 



and excellent shops. 

HoLIDay INN HHHH Plymouth 

Day 4: Today we have an excursion to 

the Eden Project, a gigantic, global 

garden set in a breathtaking 35 acre 

crater. Inside these massive Biomes 

plants from the humid tropics and 

temperate Mediterranean are housed. 





This hotel is located in truly breathtaking surroundings with stunning 

views across the Plymouth Sound. All bedrooms are en suite and 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality tray and lift access. The 

hotel also boasts an onsite leisure club with indoor swimming pool, 

sauna and steam room. 






5 DAYS 

£429 

Photo © Flickr – me'nthedogs

Worthing & 

The Sussex Coast 

Sunday 19 – Saturday 25 August 2012 

Itinerary 




departure south, arriving at our hotel 

mid-afternoon. 

Day 2: Free day in Worthing. 

Day 3: We enjoy a leisurely tour along 

the Sussex Coast, to the bustling 

resort of Brighton. Take time to stroll 

through the 'Lanes', full of antique 

shops or visit the extraordinary 

Pavilion. This afternoon we visit Borde 

Hill Gardens, a garden of contrasts. 

Established at the end of the 19th 

century, it contains the best private 

collection of champion trees in Britain, 

as well as garden-rooms featuring 

roses and herbaceous borders. 

Day 4: Today we head to Chichester 

where you have time to explore. 

Maybe visit the 900-year-old 

Cathedral, which holds the shrine of 

St Richard and some famous modern 

religious art. In the afternoon we visit 

Parham House & Gardens, situated on 

the slopes of the South Downs. The 

house has been lovingly restored by 

the Pearson family who bought 

Parham in 1922. 

Day 5: Join us as we travel to the 

popular resort of Eastbourne, calling 

at Beachy Head en route. Eastbourne 

has long since been a popular seaside 

resort with its colourful gardens and 

elegant seafront. We then continue on 

our inclusive excursion to Lewes. 

Day 6: Free day in Worthing. 

Day 7: After breakfast we leave 

Worthing and take a leisurely drive, 

with suitable stops en route, back to 



CHatSWoRtH HotEL HHH Worthing 

The Chatsworth Hotel has an attractive Georgian frontage and is 

situated in a terrace overlooking Steyne Gardens and the sea, with the 

town centre close by. The interior retains its early nineteenth century 

charm, yet has all the features expected in a modern class hotel. The 

lounges maintain the air of elegant Georgian splendour, and there is a 

restaurant, lounge and bar. All bedrooms have private facilities, TV, 

radio, hairdryer, trouser press, tea/coffee making facilities and are 

served by lift. 






7 DAYS 

£535 

Waterways 

of Scotland 


Itinerary 

Day 1: Our door-to-door service 

collects you from home to join the 

coach for your journey north through 

ever-changing countryside to our hotel 

in Paisley. 

Day 2: Today we travel via Aberfoyle 

to Loch Katrine in the heart of the 

glorious Trossachs, where we have 

included a trip aboard the 100 year 

old steam ship, Sir Walter Scott. We 

then visit Callender on our return back 

to our hotel. 

Day 3: Our day begins with a drive 

east to Falkirk. Here we enjoy a ride 

on the Falkirk Wheel, used to 

transport canal barges from one level 

to another. This is a superb feat of 

engineering and a fascinating 

experience. From Falkirk we continue 

to the Firth of Forth. From under the 

famous railway bridge we take a 

‘Maid of the Forth’ sail out past 

WatERmILL HotEL HHH Paisley 

Inchcolm Island, with its Abbey and 

collection of wildlife. Afterwards we 

return across to the west and our 

hotel. 

Day 4: A short drives takes us into 

Glasgow and the River Clyde where 

we visit the Riverside Museum, 

Scotland’s museum of Travel and 

Transport. This stunning museum links 

industrial heritage with the River 

Clyde. The Tall Ship moored alongside 

creates a unique atmosphere. Other 

forms of transport are featured, with 

displays of railway and buses of times 

past. This afternoon we head north to 

Balloch at the southern end of Loch 

Lomond. Here we enjoy a delightful 

afternoon sail through the island’s 

with panoramic views of Ben Lomond. 


have to leave the Scottish borders and 

head home to Norfolk where our door 


you home. 

The 3 star standard Watermill stands in the heart of Paisley, beside the 

Hammills waterfall on the scenic White Cart Water. The classically 

designed bedrooms are furnished in traditional Scottish style, 

reflecting the historic character of the hotel. All bedrooms are en suite 

and have Flat-screen TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making 







5 DAYS 

£415 


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St Annes & 

The Fylde Coast 


Itinerary 


we make our way to St Annes. 


the city of Liverpool. We enjoy a 

guided coach tour of the city before 

stopping at the renowned Albert Dock, 

where there will be ample time to visit 

some of the major attractions 

Liverpool has to offer, such as the 

Beatles Story, Tate Gallery and 

Maritime Museum. 

Day 3: A full day at leisure to enjoy 

our resort of St Annes, full of flowers, 

old world charm and small friendly 

shops. It has a Victorian heritage and 

the feel of a gentle bygone age that 

provides a welcome contrast to the 

vibrant town of nearby Blackpool. 

Tranquil and relaxing are just two 

words to describe this wonderful 

location 

Day 4: Today we enjoy a full day 

excursion to nearby Southport, is a 

traditional Victorian seaside town, but 

with a contemporary twist. It combines 

beautiful beaches, family attractions 

and the UK’s oldest iron pier with 

fantastic shopping and a superb 

choice of cafes and restaurants 

Day 5: After breakfast make our way 


route. Here our door to door service 


INN oN tHE PRom HHH St Annes on Sea 

The hotel is superbly situated on the South Promenade with the beach 

and Pier Complex only a casual stroll away. There are comfortable 

bars and lounges, restaurant and all bedrooms have private facilities, 

hair dryer, trouser press, TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities 

and are served by lift. The Health Club has indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi 

& sauna. 






5 DAYS 

£365 

Wye Valley 

& Cardiff Castle 

Itinerary 




journey to Bristol. 

Day 2: This morning our journey takes 

us across the majestic Severn Bridge 

and along the beautiful Wye Valley to 

historic Monmouth for a short break. 

From here we head for Symonds Yat 

where we enjoy a cruise on the River 

Wye. Lunch break today is in Rosson-Wye 

and we return through the 

Forest of Dean to Lydney and 

Chepstow, our final stop of the day. 

Day 3: This morning we make the 

short journey into Bristol where we 

collect our guide and enjoy a tour of 

this historic maritime city. Later we 

have free time for lunch and this 

afternoon we visit Brunel’s 

magnificent ship, the SS Great Britain. 

This is a fascinating glimpse of the 

days when the migrants left for 



HILtoN HILtoN HHHH Bristol 

Australia and you can see at first hand 

what life was like on board. 

Day 4: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast 

before we head off into Wales for a 

visit to the stunning and cosmopolitan 

capital city of Cardiff. We include a 

guided coach tour of some of Cardiff’s 

landmarks including the Millennium 

Stadium and the rejuvenated Cardiff 

Bay. Later we include a tour of 

magnificent Cardiff Castle. Late 

afternoon we make our way back to 

the hotel. 





The 4 star Hilton Hotel is located around 8 miles north of Bristol. Hotel 

facilities include heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym. An 

excellent standard of accommodation is offered and all bedrooms are 

en suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee 

facilities. 



• Dinner, Bed & breakfast • Door to door service 



5 DAYS 

£379

Hampshire 

& Downton Abbey 

Sunday 26 – Thursday 30 August 2012 

Itinerary 


to join our coach for the drive to 

Hampshire, arriving at our delightful 

4-star hotel, set in 54 acres of 

peaceful grounds, a short drive from 

Winchester by mid-afternoon. 

Day 2: Today we make the short 

journey north to Highclere Castle. We 

include admission to the castle, 

grounds, gardens and exhibition. 

Highclere Castle has been the home 

to the Caernarfon family for 

generations and has a fascinating 

connection with ancient Egypt. Learn 

more about the Tutankahmun 

discovery as well as exploring the 

location of Downton Abbey. Follow in 

the footsteps of Dame Maggie Smith, 

Hugh Bonneville and the all-star cast. 

Day 3: This morning we enjoy a 

relaxing cruise of around 2 hours on a 

traditional-style canal boat on the 

Basingstoke Canal. We cruise through 

peaceful and attractive scenery, drinks 

and light refreshments are available 

on board. After the cruise we head off 

into Basingstoke and to Milestones. 

This is a living history museum where 

you can wander down cobbled streets, 

chat with staff in period costume and 

explore the shops and factories to 

experience everyday life from 1810 to 

1950. 


via Stonehenge to the City of 

Salisbury, with an abundance of 

historical buildings including the 

majestic Salisbury Cathedral, Britain's 

tallest, standing at 123 metres. We 

return to our hotel via Romsey . 


making suitable stops en route, 

arriving back in Norfolk late afternoon 



NoRtoN PaRk HotEL HHHH Sutton Scotney 

This splendid 4-star hotel is in the grounds of the 16th Century Manor 

House in 54 acres of Hampshire parkland, 7 miles from Winchester. 

The hotel offers comfortable surroundings in which to relax, an indoor 

swimming pool, sauna, aroma steam room and gym. The bedrooms are 

equipped with TV, telephone, ironing facilities, hairdryer, fridge, safe 

and hospitality tray. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£389 

Wonderful 

Warwickshire 


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makes for a relaxed departure as we 

make our way towards Stratford. 

Day 2: This morning our excursion 

takes us first of all to the Cotswold 

town of Moreton in the Marsh. 

Amongst the golden stone 18th 

century buildings in Moreton you will 

find the popular market, plus tea 

shops, restaurants, and traditional 

inns. We then head to Evesham, a 

picturesque town set along side the 

beautiful Abbey Park and the River 

Avon. This afternoon we visit Ragley 

Hall and Gardens. Ragley Hall is one 

of England’s finest Palladian houses 

and is home to an amazing collection 

of art and furniture. The House itself 

stands majestically in well-maintained 

formal gardens within beautiful 

‘Capability’ Brown parkland. As well 

as being architecturally stunning, the 

Stables house an impressive collection 

of carriages really bringing to mind 

the extravagance of times past. 

Day 3: This morning we are joined by 

a guide for a coach tour of Stratford 

and the surrounding area. Later there 

is free time to explore Stratford at 

your own pace. 


make the short journey to Warwick. 

Enjoy free to explore the town before 

Visiting Warwick Castle. Englands's 

finest medieval castle which dates 

back to the 10th century. There is so 

much to see and do with the Great 

Hall, State Rooms, Chapel, Ghost 

Tower and dungeons to explore. There 

is a colourful rose garden, 

conservatory and peacock garden 


way to Kenilworth Castle, one of the 

largest and most spectacular castle 

ruins in England. We then make our 



you home 

mENzIES WELComBE HotEL SPa & GoLf CLUB 

HHHH Stratford-upon-Avon 

The Menzies Welcombe Hotel is a luxury 4 star hotel with a 18 hole 

golf course and luxurious spa, located on the outskirts of the beautiful 

town of Stratford upon Avon. Built in 1866 this magnificent Jacobean 

style house is nestled in 157 acres of grounds, the impressive lounge, 

once the Great Hall features original oak panelling, ornate mirrors, 

chandeliers and period furniture. The sumptuous surroundings bring 

a certain style and dignity to any visit to historic Stratford upon Avon. 

All 78 en suite bedrooms feature satellite TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee 







5 DAYS 

£439 


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Photo © Askrigg 

Hidden Corners 

of Yorkshire 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Stockton-On-Tees. 

Day 2: Today we head to Thirsk to 

visit the acclaimed World of James 

Herriot Centre, offering an insight into 

the life and times of the vet from "All 

Creatures Great and Small". We then 

enjoy a ride on the ‘Wensleydale 

Railway’, through some really beautiful 

rural countryside, bringing back 

memories of how train travel was all 

those years ago. We end the day with 

a visit to the town of Richmond. 

Day 3: Our first visit of the day takes 

us to Stockton-on-Tees where a fullsize 

replica of the HM Bark Endeavour 

lays at berth, close to the birthplace of 

the famous Captain James Cook. 

Making our way through the historic 

Castlegate quayside, complete with 

street traders and sailors of the 

period, we board the Endeavour for a 

fascinating insight into what life at sea 

was like in the 18th Century. We then 

join the ‘Teesside Princess’ to take a 

gentle cruise up the River Tees 

through beautiful countryside to the 

cobbled town of Yarm, famous for its 

location on the River and the awe 

inspiring railway viaduct. In the 

afternoon, we drive through Bilsdale – 

‘Little Switzerland’, and stop off at the 

Sun Inn, which has had the same 

landlord for 200 years! We head back 

to our hotel over the spectacular 

Sutton Bank, giving you fantastic 

views of the moors and across the 

Vale of York. 

Day 4: After breakfast we travel over 

the moors, where we join the North 

Yorkshire Moors Railway for a steam 

train journey through rugged moorland 

to Whitby – passing through 

Goathland – ‘Aidensfield’ in TV’s 

Heartbeat – on the way. We have time 

to wander the little alleyways and 

narrow streets, and perhaps climb the 

famous steps up to the ruins of 

Whitby Abbey. Late afternoon, we 

leave Whitby and return across the 

moors to the hotel. 

Day 5: After breakfast, we make our 




home. 

SPoRtING LoDGE HotEL HHHH Stockton-On-Tees 

Located on the edge of North Yorkshire moors, this comfortable hotel 

is an ideal base for our tour. This traditional hotel has been recently 

refurbished and offers a full range of comforts, with en suite facilities, 

TV, hairdryer and hospitality tray. The hotel also boasts an indoor 

heated swimming pool. There is no lift (ground floor rooms may be 

requested, but are subject to availability). 






5 DAYS 

£369 

Isle of Wight 

Shanklin 

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journey to Britain's Garden Isle. We 

cross to the island on the midafternoon 

ferry and make the short 

journey to our hotel. 


Day 3: Today we enjoy a half-day 

excursion to the lovely village of 

Godshill, thought by many to be the 

prettiest on the island. 


Ventnor to visit the Botanical Gardens 

with its temperate, sub-tropical, exotic 

plants and shrubs and trees from 

around the world. We then continue 

inland to Arreton Barns Craft Village. 

Take the opportunity to stroll around 

the craft shops or visit the 12th 

century church of St George with its 

famous ‘Burma Star Window’ that sits 

beside the historic carp pond 


Saturday 1 – Friday 7 September 2012 

SHaNkLIN HotEL HHH Shanklin 

mentioned in the Doomsday Book. In 

the afternoon we continue to Ryde, 

one of the islands biggest towns, with 

its grand Georgian and Victorian 

houses and half mile pier. 

Day 5: A full day excursion along the 

south coast road to Freshwater Bay 

with its huge chalk stacks. Then on to 

visit the island's most westerly point, 

The Needles and the multi-coloured 

sands of Alum Bay. We continue to 


Britain. 

Day 6: This morning we have a halfday 

excursion. Firstly to Whippingham 

Church, designed by Prince Albert, 

before continuing onto Osborne 

House, Queen Victoria's seaside 

retreat. The afternoon is at leisure. 

Day 7: After breakfast we depart our 

hotel, and catch the ferry back to the 

South Coast before making our way 

back to Norfolk, where you will return 

home with our carefree door to door 

service. 

The Shanklin Hotel is situated in a premier cliff top position with 

magnificent views over the bay and surrounding countryside. It is 

close to the sandy beach and seafront, and just a few minutes walk 

away from the town. There are bars, restaurant and panoramic sea 

views from the lounge, making it an ideal setting in which to relax. The 

hotel also boasts a leisure centre, with indoor heated pool, spa, sauna 

and gym, and three lanes of short mat bowling. The hotel also has a 

wide variety of entertainment. All bedrooms are en suite and feature 

TV, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. Side, sea 

view, double/twin rooms are also available at a supplement. 






7 DAYS 

£519

Fabulous Fermanagh 

Lakelands & Sunset Dinner Cruise 

Saturday 1 – Friday 7 September 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup we make our way to North Wales and our 

overnight Hotel. 

Day 2: After an early breakfast we make our way to Holyhead for our Stena ferry 

crossing to Dublin. We then head across Ireland, via Castleblayney and 

Monaghan, to the Manor House Hotel on the banks of Lower Lough Erne. 

Day 3: Enjoy a scenic drive through the Lakeland’s of Fermanagh to Belleck 

Pottery, makers of the World famous fine Parian china. Time here before making 

our way to Donegal town known as the ‘Fort of the Foreigners’, with its castle, 

abbey ruins and many local craft shops. Time in the town for shopping, we 

include a boat trip round Donegal Bay then return to our hotel via a different 

route. 

Day 4: Late morning departure to the award winning Ulster American Folk Park. 

It brings to life the powerful story of the Irish people who left the thatched 

cottages of Ulster to travel to North America in search of a better life. Tonight we 

have the highlight of the tour, a Sunset Set Dinner Cruise. It explores beautiful 

Lough Erne on board the “Lady of the Lake”, the hotels own private river cruiser 

to include starter, two choice main course, dessert and coffee. 

Day 5: A scenic tour through the beautiful countryside to Sligo, a major 

inspiration for local poet WB Yeats. Pass panoramic Benbulben as we drive 

through Glencar Valley en-route to the calm waters of Lough Gill, a significant 

historical site is Parkes Castle and Creevelea Friary, then we retrace part of our 

journey to arrive at the National Trust Florence Court, an 18th Century property 

and former home of the Earls of Enniskillen with fine interiors and exquisite 

decoration. 

Day 6: Today we head back 

across Ireland, via Cavan 

and Navan, to our overnight 

hotel the Stillorgan Park 

Hotel with time to relax 

before our evening meal. 

7 DAYS 

£599 

Day 7: This morning we 

transfer to Dublin Port and 

our ferry crossing to 

Holyhead, as it’s an early start, breakfast will be included and taken onboard the 

ship. We have suitable stops for refreshments on the way back to Norfolk where 

our door to door service will be waiting to take you home. 

maNoR HoUSE HotEL HHHH Killadeas, Co Fermanagh 

This 19th Century country manor is a first class modern hotel offering 

luxury accommodation, comfort and a range of facilities and services 

belonging very much to the present day. The restaurant with 

breathtaking views of Lough Erne offers you the opportunity to sit 

back relax and enjoy the finest cuisine and friendliest service. The 

hotel has an extensive leisure complex; facilities include swimming 

pool, steam room, Jacuzzi and sauna. Lift to all floors. All bedrooms 

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Eastbourne 

Sunday 2 – Saturday 8 September 2012 

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departure south arriving at our hotel 



Day 3: Today we drive into the 

Cuckmere Valley to visit the pretty 

village of Alfriston, with its half 

timbered buildings. We contuine along 

the Sussex coast to the Regency 

resort of Brighton, renowned for its 

Royal Pavilion, Victorian Pier and The 

Lanes. An intricate maze of twisting 

alleyways, offering an extraordinary 

mix of history and heritage lingering 

amidst the antique, jewellery, boutique 

fashion and design shops. 

Day 4: After breakfast we travel 

inland to Sheffield Park Gardens, 

which are renowned for their unique 

planting and seasonal colours where 

the sheer variety is delightful and the 

4 lakes beautifully reflect the displays. 

We also include a ride on the Bluebell 

Railway a heritage line running 

between Sheffield Park and Kingscote. 

Day 5: This morning we travel 

through Pevensey to the resort of 

Bexhill. After free time, we head into 

Battle, a medieval town with an 

ancient Abbey, which was the site of 

the Battle of Hasting in 1066. This 

afternoon we visit the grounds of 

Herstmonceux Castle. Built originally 

as a country home in the mid 15th 

century, the castle embodies the 

history of Medieval England and the 

romance of Renaissance Europe. 

Visitors are invited to walk around the 

beautiful Elizabethan walled gardens 

and the many woodland trails, leading 

to delightful discoveries such as the 

Rose Garden and Herb Garden. Take a 

slow stroll past the lily covered lakes 

to the 1930's folly and admire the 

sheer magnificence of the castle. 


Day 7: We bid a sad farewell to 

Eastbourne and make our way 

homewards, arriving home early 


tHE CavENDISH HotEL HHHH Eastbourne 








making facilities.The hotel also has a lift to all floors. 






7 DAYS 

£609 

Lakeland Explorer 

Itinerary 




journey to Kendal. 

Day 2: Today we drive to Bowness, 

delightfully located on the shores of 

Lake Windermere. We have time to 

look around before visiting ‘The World 

of Beatrix Potter’, a delightful 

discovery of childhood memories. We 

meet Mrs Tiggywinkle in her kitchen, 

see Jeremy Fisher’s pond and go right 

through Squirrel Nutkin’s old oak tree. 

Later we go to Bowness Pier and 

catch the ‘steamer’ for the relaxing 

sail to the southern tip of the lake at 

Lakeside. 


way to the genteel resort of Grangeover-Sands, 

with its spectacular views 

across Morecambe Bay. We return to 

Kendal for an afternoon at leisure. 

Day 4: Today we have our high 

adventure, as the ‘Mountain Goat’ 

minibuses take us where large 


Monday 3 – Friday 7 September 2012 

RIvERSIDE HotEL HHH Kendal 

coaches cannot go. This is a 

wonderful day; taking in the mountain 

passes of the Western Fells – 

Wrynose Pass, the desolate Duddon 

Valley, as well as awesome Hardknott 

Pass. See the lonely Roman Fort as 

we descend into Eskdale for a ride on 

L’al Ratty – the Ravenglass and 

Eskdale Miniture Railway, before 

seeing Wastwater and then visiting 

Muncaster Castle Garden and Owl 

Sanctuary. From here, we make our 

way via the southern fells to 

Broughton, Bowness and Kendal. 





Overlooking the pretty River Kent in the heart of Kendal, the Riverside 

Hotel is perfectly placed for our tour of Cumbria. All en suite bedrooms 

are tastefully furnished and feature TV, telephone, tea/coffee making 

facilities and lift access. The hotel also boasts a state of the art leisure 

centre with indoor pool, gym, sauna and spa pool. 






5 DAYS 

£455

Romantic Journeys 

of Northumbria 

Thursday 6 – Monday 10 September 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way north, arriving late 

afternoon at the Village Hotel. 

Day 2: Today we visit the famous 

Beamish Open Air Museum, capturing 

the spirit of the North East in the 

1800’s and 1900’s. Attractions 

include restored tram and replica bus 

rides, an authentic town street, colliery 

village, and an old fashioned sweet 

shop to name but a few. 


Locomotion at Shildon. Locomotion is 

an outpost of the National Railway 

Museum in York and contains 

locomotives, artefacts and 

memorabilia dating back to the birth 

of the railways. In 1825 Shildon was 

home to the first ever steam-hauled 

passenger train and in the footsteps 

of pioneers we catch our first train of 

the weekend, following our way to the 

heart of the pennines in Weardale. 

The scenery is stunning and unspoilt 

and seen best from the carriages of 

the Weardale Railway as we make our 

way to Stanhope alongside the 

beautiful and gentle River Wear. At 

picturesque Stanhope Station we take 

vILLaGE HotEL HHH Newcastle 

a break and have time for lunch 

before we continue along the dale and 

across the moors to Alston, high in the 

North Pennines. In Alston we find 

England’s highest narrow-gauge 

railway, the South Tynedale, and we 

enjoy a trip on the line. Later we 

return along the Tyne Valley to 

Newcastle and the hotel. 


Gateshead, on the south bank of the 

Tyne. Take a visit to the artistic Baltic, 

see the view across the whole city 

and then walk across the new 

Millenium ‘Winking Eye’ bridge into 

Newcastle’s famous Sunday Quayside 

Market. We have lots of time to 

browse around the stalls before 

joining our afternoon cruise on the 

River Tyne. To round off the day we 

take a ride on the world’s oldest 

existing railway. The Tanfield Railway 

part of which was built over 300 years 

ago to transport coal to the ships on 

the River Tyne. 





home. 

This hotel offers comfortable and stylish accommodation, and 

facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym. 

The hotel also has its own Village Pub where you can relax after your 

days out. All bedrooms are en suite, and feature TV, telephone, 

hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£405 

Chester & 

North Wales 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Chester. 

Day 2: Today’s excursion takes us 

through some lovely Welsh scenery, 

including the spectacular Horseshoe 

Pass, to the Dee Valley where we join 

the Rheilfford Llangollen Railway for a 

journey on a nostalgic steam train and 

also take a ride on the ‘Stream in the 

Sky’- the Llangollen Canal - gliding 

gently along over the country’s biggest 

navigable viaduct. 

Day 3: This morning we take you into 

historic Chester for the day. With its 

unique combination of Roman and 

Medieval heritage, packed with 

attractions including the Rows, a 

magnificent cathedral and the second 

most photographed clock in Britain 

after Big Ben; The Eastgate Clock. 

Whilst here we include a boat trip on 

the River Dee. 

Day 4: We return to Wales today with 

a drive along the North Wales coast to 

visit Llandudno, one of the best known 

and most popular of seaside resorts. 

Here you can take a stroll along the 

wide promenade or explore the town 

centre, the main street runs parallel to 

the sea front. The town is guarded by 

the imposing bulk of the Great Orme 

and offers lots to see, with plenty of 

time to obtain lunch. This afternoon 

we head off along the Vale of Conwy 

to visit the National Trust’s Bodnant 

Garden. This spectacular garden 

overlooks the River Conwy with 

stunning views across Snowdonia, and 

there are magnificent collections of 

plants, huge terraces and formal lawns. 





home. 

vILLaGE HotEL St DavID’S HHH Flintshire 

Village Hotel St David’s is situated to the west of Chester within easy 

reach of the city and the attractions and stunning scenery of the 

North Wales coast. Hotel facilities include superb leisure and fitness 

complex with indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, beauty 

therapist and gym. All bedrooms are en suite and have television and 

all the modern day facilities you would expect from a hotel of this 

standard. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£369 


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Kent’s Wines, 

Vines & Railway lines 


Itinerary 


to join the coach for the leisurely drive 

to our hotel near Maidstone for our 

four night stay. 

Day 2: This morning we travel south 

to Bewl Water, the southeast’s largest 

lake set within beautiful Wealden 

countryside. Here we enjoy a cruise 

round the lake and then take a break 

before continuing to visit the Spa town 

of Royal Tunbridge Wells, with its 

elegant streets and Georgian buildings 

and the famous Pantiles, a collonaded 

shopping area in the town centre. This 

afternoon we visit Finchcocks. Set in a 

fine Georgian Manor, surrounded by 

parkland, Finchcocks houses over 100 

historical Keyboard instruments. 

Entertaining demonstrations are given 

of many of the instruments. Whether 

you are a keen musician or not, you 

will be amazed by this enchanting 

house and collection of “Living 

Keyboards”. 

vILLaGE HotEL HHH Maidstone 


Canterbury where we have free time 

to explore this wonderful cathedral 

city, which has a maze of intriguing 

side streets with a rich variety of 

specialist shops, welcoming cafes and 

traditional pubs in which to relax. 

From here we continue south to the 

coast and the small resort of Hythe. 

Here we join ‘The World’s Smallest 

Public Railway’ - the Romney, Hythe & 

Dymchurch miniature railway for the 

journey to New Romney. 

Day 4: Today we take a look at 

Biddenden Vineyards before visiting 

the lovely town of Tenterden, with its 

antique shops and tea rooms. Here 

we join the Kent & East Sussex 

Railway for a steam train ride to 

Bodiam where, after a short break, we 

head for the ancient Cinque Port of 

Rye, now some distance from the sea. 




you home. 

An excellent hotel located not far from Kent’s county town of 

Maidstone. Hotel facilities include Village Pub, indoor swimming pool, 

sauna and spa. All the superbly appointed bedrooms are en suite, 

and all have television and tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel 

has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£385 

Stories 

from our Youth 

Itinerary 


we make our way to the great 

university city of Oxford – Home to 

several famous literary figures 

including CS Lewis and Kenneth 

Grahame. More recently, Oxford has 

been the setting for the Inspector 

Morse & Lewis series. Later, we make 

our way to our hotel. 


Poole and the delightful Quayside 

where we visit Eileen Soper’s 

Illustrated Worlds. Eileen Soper was 

the illustrator to Enid Blyton’s books 

and this will be the start of an Enid 

Blyton Mystery Tour. After a talk by 

staff member about the famous 

author’s connection with the area and, 

time for a cuppa on the quayside. it’s 

off to Corfe Castle and the Isle of 

Purbeck to visit other sites depicted in 

her books. 


make the short journey to Milestones 

– a recreation of an historic town with 

a very modern building. We then 

continue our journey to Guildford, 

where Lewis Carroll is buried at Mount 


Friday 14 – Tuesday 18 September 2012 

aPoLLo HotEL HHHH Basingstoke 

Cemetary, before we make our way 

back to our hotel over the North Downs. 

Day 4: This morning we pass 

Mapledurham House, which is said to 

be Kenneth Grahame’s inpiration for 

Toad Hall in Wind in the Willows (entry 

not included). We then follow the 

Thames, exploring lovely riverside 

towns and villages including Sonning, 

Cookham Dean, the tiny village where 

Kenneth Grahame lived in a large 

riverside house, and Henley on 

Thames. Here we visit the River & 

Rowing Museum where there is an 

exhibition dedicated to Kenneth 

Grahame. The visit also includes a 

boat trip. Contuining along the 

Thames we call into the delightful 

town of Marlow for free time. 

Day 5: After checking out of our hotel, 

we complete the “famous five” (not 

those of Enid Blyton fame) with a visit 

to the pretty town of Great Missenden, 

home of Roald Dahl, we visit the 

museum dedicated to his memory. 

Later we head back to Norfolk where 



This 4 star, stylish contemporary hotel provides well-equipped 

accommodation and spacious public areas. The large, well-designed 

bedrooms have been tastefully refurbished to the highest standards 

incorporating facilities such as interactive TV , telephone, and power 

showers in the en suite bathrooms. Facilities include an indoor pool 

and spa with waterfall feature & fully equipped gym. 






5 DAYS 

£355

Arundel & 

The South Downs 

Sunday 16 – Thursday 20 September 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: After your home pickup by our 

door to door service you are taken to 

meet the coach for a leisurely 

departure south, arriving at our hotel 


Day 2: Excursion to nearby Arundel 

for a included tour of the magnificent 

Castle. The house boasts a fine 

collection of antiquities whilst the 

grounds feature restored floral and 

kitchen gardens and 14th century 

Chapel. After free time to explore the 

town we head back to our hotel. 

Day 3: Today we enjoy a leisurely 

drive over the South Downs, Britain’s 

newest National Park, with its rolling 

green hills, ancient forests and 

stunning vistas. We stop off in 

Midhurst which has connections with 

HG Wells. We then take the short drive 

to The Weald and Downland Open Air 

Museum, a fascinating collection of 

historic buildings dating from the 13th 

to the 19th century, which have been 

purchased, dismantled and 

reassembled in 40 acres of beautiful 

Sussex countryside. 


Portsmouth with its historic dockyard, 

home of the Victory, Mary Rose, and 

many more modern day naval ships. 

Whilst here we enjoy a guided coach 

tour. The remainder of the day is free 

to explore the City. The Old Town is 

well worth a visit, with the Cathedral, 

Spice Island, the former haunt of 

press gangs and smugglers, or maybe 

take a stroll along the shore to 

Southsea promenade. The Gunwharf 

Quays complex, dominated by the 

new Spinnaker Tower is also an ideal 

place to enjoy lunch whilst watching 

the boats sail by. 

Day 5: After breakfast we leave the 

hotel and take a leisurely drive back to 



HILtoN avISfoRD PaRk HotEL HHHH Walberton, Arundel 

A former prep school set in 89 acre grounds in rural Sussex. Facilities 

include an 18 hole golf course, indoor swimming pool, a health club 

with sauna, solarium and gymnasium, plus the Cedar Restaurant and 

the Lounge Terrace and Bar. All the en suite rooms feature satellite 

television, telephone, internet access, hairdryer, iron & board, plus tea 

and coffee making facilities. There is no lift at the hotel but some 

ground floor rooms are available. 






5 DAYS 

£365 

Blackpool 

Illuminations 

& The Lake District 


Itinerary 


makes for a relaxed departure as we 

make our way to the North West 

arriving late afternoon at the Village 

Hotel for our 4 night stay. 

Day 2: This morning, after a leisurely 

breakfast, we travel along the coast to 

Fleetwood for its weekly market. There 

is also time to visit the Freeport 

Fleetwood shopping village before 

returning to Blackpool. This evening 

after dinner we rejoin the coach for a 

tour through the famous Blackpool 

Illuminations. 

Day 3: This morning the coach takes 

us into Blackpool. Take a tram ride 

along the promenade or maybe visit 

the Pleasure Beach, stroll along the 

Golden Mile or just sit and watch the 

world go by. 

Day 4: Today we have a visit to the 

Lake District. We visit Bowness with 

time to explore, maybe enjoy a stroll 

by the lake, and obtain lunch before 

we follow the shore road along Lake 

Windermere and return via Newby 

Bridge to Blackpool. 


hotel and begin our journey home. We 

arrive back into Norfolk late afternoon 



vILLaGE HotEL HERoN’S REaCH HHH Blackpool 

This stunning resort hotel set in 230 of parkland and lakes, a few 

minutes drive from the seafront. Heron’s Reach is unique amongst 

Blackpool’s Hotels – a tranquil oasis away from all the bustle. 

Extensive leisure facilities include 18 hole golf course, indoor 

swimming pool, sauna solarium, gym. All bedrooms are well appointed 

and are all en suite, have satellite television, telephone, hairdryer and 

tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£349 


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Hotpot 


Itinerary 


we head to Lancashire and the 

Marriott Hotel, Broughton. 


Market town of Clitheroe where a 

guide will join our coach for a scenic 

journey through some of Lancashire’s 

beautiful scenery, including lovely 

villages such as Dunsop Bridge and 

Newton. 

Day 3: This morning we have a treat 

as we visit the ‘Chocolate House’, 

near Blackburn. We learn the art of 

producing hand made delicacies with 

refreshments with samples included. 

After a fascinating and informative 

visit, we travel to nearby Burnley, and 

visit Queen Street Mill, now a textile 

museum. Here, the sights, sounds, 

and smells bring history alive as we 

can experience the amazing power of 

‘Peace’, the worlds only surviving 

19th century steam powered weaving 

mill, that can power 300 looms. The 

mill recently featured in the film The 

Kings Speech. 





Martin Emperor. Forget all your cares 

and woes whilst you watch the 



Mill shopping village for lunch. This 

afternoon we head to Barrowford and 

the Pendle Heritage Centre, a 

restored, 300 year old house, 

featuring exhibitions of the Pendle 

Witch Story, an 18th century walled 

garden, tearoom, art gallery and shop. 

Day 5: We leave after breakfast, but 

our holiday is far from over. Before 

leaving Lancashire we will visit the 

redeveloped waterside area of Salford 

quays, where you will have some time 

to visit the Lowry Galleries, Imperial 

War Museum North or maybe enjoy a 

spot of shopping, before we continue 

our journey home to Norfolk. 

maRRIott HotEL HHHH Broughton 





Facilities include an indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna and gym. 







5 DAYS 

£359 

Paignton 

Itinerary 



taken to meet the coach for a relaxing 

journey to Paignton, arriving at the 

Palace Hotel with plenty of time to 

settle in before dinner. 


Day 3: Today we join the Paignton 

and Dartmouth Railway for a steam 

train ride to Kingswear. Here we join 

the ferry to Dartmouth before taking a 

circular hour-long cruise along the 

river and estuary. We have some free 

time before rejoining the steam train 

back to Paignton. 


tour that begins with a drive to 

Tavistock, in the heart of this ancient 

town is the Pannier Market. After time 

to explore we head across wild and 

rugged Dartmoor to Princetown. 

Following lunch we head to 


Friday 21 – Friday 28 September 2012 

Moretonhampstead and the House of 

Marbles. 

Day 5: This morning we depart for 

Plymouth and a fascinating guided 

tour around Plymouth Naval Base. 

Here, we will visit the major historic 

sights of South Yard, as well as a drive 

through the modern working 

environment of North Yard, where you 

will be able to observe the daily 

routine of ships and submarines when 

in dock. In the afternoon there will be 

free time to explore this maritime city. 

Day 6: After a leisurely morning join 

our coach for a gentle ride along the 

coast to the pretty fishing port of 

Brixham with its narrow streets, inns, 

art galleries and craft shops. 


PaLaCE HotEL HHH Paignton 


Paignton and travel back to Norfolk 



The Palace is set in one of Paignton’s most enviable locations opposite 

the seafront. Built at the time when luxury, comfort and relaxation 

were of the highest importance the palace is a perfect choice to enjoy 

a relaxing break. All rooms are en suite, with hospitality tray and TV. 

The hotel also boasts an indoor swimming pool and lounge. The hotel 

has a lift. 






8 DAYS 

£605

Llandudno & 

The Little Trains 

Friday 21 – Wednesday 26 September 2012 

Itinerary 




Llandudno. 

Day 2: Full day tour, via Llanrwyst, to 

Blaenau Ffestiniog where we board 

the world famous “Little Train” for the 

picturesque journey down to the coast 

at Portmadog. After free time we 

return to our hotel via the Conwy 

Valley. 

Day 3: Day at leisure to explore 

Llandudno. 

Day 4: The highlight of our holiday is 

a trip on the Snowdon Mountain 

Railway, Britain’s only Rack and Pinion 

Railway, up the highest Mountain in 

England and Wales. The two hour 

round trip climbs through the 

atmospheric landscape of Snowdon, 

allowing passengers to absorb 

themselves in the rich myth, legend 

and history Snowdonia has to offer. 

(This excursion is subject to weather 

conditions, therefore in adverse 

weather alternative arrangements will 

be made). 


way to the pretty town of Llangollen, 

via the Horseshoe pass. After free 

time we head to the town of Bala 

where we join the Lake Railway for a 

four and a half mile journey alongside 

the lake to Llanuwchllyn. We then 

rejoin our coach for the return journey 

back to the hotel. 

Day 6: After breakfast we must, 

reluctantly, leave Llandudno and head 


evening to meet our door to door 

service. 

tyNEDaLE HotEL HHH WTB Llandudno 

The Tynedale Hotel, a firm favourite of our customers for many years, 

enjoys a prominent position on the sweeping flat promenade, boasting 

panoramic views of Llandudno Bay. All bedrooms are en suite and 

have TV, radio, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, and telephone. 

Entertainment is provided each evening, which can also be enjoyed 

from the hotels floodlit patio. The hotel has a lift. 






6 DAYS 

£459 

Discover Durham 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Durham and the 

Radisson Blu Hotel. 

Day 2: At leisure to discover Durham 

whose Norman Castle and Cathedral 

have dominated the skyline for over 

900 years. This afternoon we have 

included entry into Crook Hall & 

Gardens, an oasis of tranquility in the 

heart of the city. The Hall is a rare 

example of three eras of English 

domestic architecture; mediaeval, 

Jacobean and Georgian and provides 

a spectacular backdrop to the 

stunning gardens. 


around the Durham Dales, we travel 

via Weardale to Stanhope. We stop at 

the Durham Dales centre built within 

the walled gardens of Stanhope 

Castle. We continue to Barnard Castle, 

a pleasant market town, with historical 

buildings, interesting small shops and 

a castle ruin. Our journey then takes 

us to the magnificent Bowes museum. 

This French style chateau is 

surrounded by formal parterre 

gardens and beautiful parkland 

housing one of Britain’s finest 

collections of French paintings, 

furniture, textiles and antiques. 

Day 4: A full day at the awardwinning 

Beamish. Take the tram and 

travel back in time to 1913. 

Experience the transport, town, shops, 

houses and farm, all with costumed 

staff to authentically recreate the 

scene. You can visit a drift coalmine; 

look at life in 1825 by taking the 

Pockerley Railway to the Manor. 





home. 

RaDISSoN BLU HotEL HHHH Durham 

This 4 star hotel offers views out over the old city of Durham and its 

magnificent cathedral, only a short walk from Durham Castle. 

All en suite rooms include TV, minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. 

The hotel boasts a health club with indoor pool, gym, Jacuzzi and 

steam room. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£399 


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Victorian Britain 

Thursday 27 Sept – Monday 1 Oct 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Edgbaston to the 

Strathallan Hotel. 

Day 2: After a relaxing breakfast we 

pay a short visit to RAF museum 

Cosford, an important part of Britain’s 

national aviation heritage. This 

afternoon we visit Shugborough Hall, 

the ancestral home of the Earls of 

Lichfield on the edge of Cannock 

Chase. The impressive house dates 

back to 1693 and features splendid 

rococo ceiling plasterwork by Vassali 

as well as the Lichfield Display 

Rooms. The estate also houses the 

county museum, which allows you to 

explore life below the stairs in the 

kitchen, brewhouse and authentic 

schoolroom. 


Kidderminster where we join the 

Severn Valley Railway to Bridgenorth. 

Our historic train will take you back in 

time to a more leisurely age as we 

pass through delightful villages and 

towns of the Severn Valley. After a 

brief stop in Bridgenorth, we head to 

Acton Scott, a 1200 acre estate in the 

heart of the county of Shropshire, with 

an historic working Victorian farm, 

which had recently featured in the 

BBC documentary series – Victorian 

Farm. 

Day 4: Today we have a full day to 

the district of Ironbridge. First we stop 

at the Museum Visitor Centre with its 

audio-visual displays providing a 

powerful history of the Gorge. We then 

visit the Living Victorian Community of 

Blists Hill. A wide range of 19th 

century buildings have been carefully 

reconstructed and skilled 

demonstrators, in period costume, 

display traditional crafts. We also visit 

the Coalport China Museum, with its 

dazzling displays and, of course, walk 

over Thomas Telford’s famous 

Ironbridge. 


way to the Birmingham city centre 

where we pick up our guide and enjoy 

an excellent sightseeing coach tour of 

many places of interest, including the 

famous jewellery quarter. After lunch 

we make our way back to Norfolk, 



mENzIES StRatHaLLaN HotEL HHH Edgbaston 

Conveniently located in Edgbaston, just a short distance from 

Birmingham city centre, the newly refurbished Menzies Strathallan is 

an ideal base for our tour. All well appointed bedrooms are en suite 

and feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality tray and are served by 

a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£369 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Newquay and the 

Bay Hotel. 



Trelissick Garden, overlooking the river 

Fal Estuary. The gardens have evolved 

over 200 years and it offers a diverse 

collection of plants and woodland 

walks leading down to the shore. We 

take the ferry boat from the Gardens 

landing stage to Falmouth. This 

maritime town has thrived as a port 

for over 400 years, and today is a 

lively town, home to many attractions 

and sights, such as the National 

Maritime Museum Cornwall and 

magnificent Pendennis Castle. 


Padstow, once the ecclesiastical 


Newquay & 

The Cornish Explorer 

Sunday 30 September – Friday 5 October 2012 

tHE Bay HotEL HHH Newquay 

capital of Cornwall. Built on a hillside 

overlooking the Camel estuary, it has 

many medieval buildings including the 

15th century abbey house and the 

16th century courthouse of Sir Walter 

Raleigh. Don’t forget to visit Rick 

Stein’s Chippy! We then continue 

north to the village of Tintagel, famous 

for its connections to King Arthur and 

the round table. We complete our tour 

with a visit to the pretty harbour-side 

village of Boscastle. 

Day 5: Morning excursion to Truro, 

the county town of Cornwall, which is 

dominated by its cathedral and 

classical houses. The afternoon is at 

leisure. 





home. 

Situated at the very tip of the southern end of the world famous 

surfing beach Fistral, this hotel offers superb coastal views from the 

restaurant, lounge areas and many of the bedrooms. The hotel has 

comprehensive leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool. 

All en suite bedrooms are equipped with TV, hairdryerand hospitality 

tray. The hotel has a lift. 






6 DAYS 

£425

Magical Waters 

of The Lake District 

Monday 1 – Friday 5 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Bowness for our 

stay at the Burnside Hotel. 


ride to the pleasant town of Kendal. 

We then head over the rugged Shap 

Fells to Pooley Bridge. Here we enjoy 

a cruise along Ullswater, said to be 

the most beautiful of all the Lakes. We 

disembark at Glenridding and climb 

over the rugged Kirkstone Pass and 

descend into Bowness where the rest 

of the afternoon is at leisure. 

Day 3: Today we visit the delightful 

little village of Hawkshead with its 

traditional Lakeland cottages and 

delightful narrow streets and speciality 

shops. We then make our way to the 

village on Coniston, famed for its 

associations with Donald Cambell and 

his attempts on the world water speed 

record. Here, we enjoy a cruise 

onboard the National Trust ‘Gondola’, 

BURNSIDE HotEL HHH Bowness 

the original gondola was built in 1859 

and has been completely restored and 

provides a service in its opulently 

upholstered saloons. We then continue 

along the shores of Coniston to the 

southern tip of Lake Windermere and 

join the steamer for a relaxing cruise 

back to Bowness. 


Grasmere, one of Cumbria’s most 

popular villages, famed for its little 

ginger bread shop and literary links to 

William Wordsworth. We then head 

over the Dunmail Rise to the town of 

Keswick, set amid spectacular lake 

and mountain scenery. After lunch we 

enjoy a boat trip around Derwent 

Water before heading back to the 

hotel. 





home. 

Located just 300 metres from the lake and piers, as well as the 

bustling village centre, this superbly appointed hotel boasts a superb 

indoor swimming pool as well as spa, sauna and steam room. All 

bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, tea/coffee making facilities and 

lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£469 

Bournemouth 

& The Isle of Wight 


Itinerary 




arriving mid-afternoon 

Day 2: We depart Bournemouth after 

breakfast for a day trip to the Isle of 

Wight. First we make our way to 

Lymington for a morning ferry 

crossing to the Isle of Wight, landing 

at Yarmouth. We pay a visit to Godshill 

with its lovely thatched houses and 

excellent tea rooms, we also vist the 

yatching capital of Cowes. We return 

to Yarmouth to get a late afternoon 

ferry back to Lymington and on to 

Bournemouth in time for dinner. 

Day 3: Day at leisure in Bournemouth 


lovely harbour town of Poole. We then 

make our way to Norden to join the 

Swanage Railway. The journey takes 

us through the Isle of Purbeck, 

passing Corfe Castle. After free time 

in Swanage we return to 

Bournemouth, via the ferry to 

Sandbanks 






waiting to take you home 

SUNCLIff HotEL HHH Bournemouth 

Conveniently located on the prestigious East Cliff, close to the zig zag 


All 95 bedrooms have en suite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer, and 

hot drinks refreshment tray. The hotel also boasts a leisure club, 

including indoor heating pool, gym and sauna. There is a lift to all 

floors. 






5 DAYS 

£325 


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Delightful 

Corner of Wales 

Sunday 7 – Friday 12 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to the Ivy Bush 

Royal Hotel. 

Day 2: This morning we travel west to 

the popular seaside resort of 

Saundersfoot, where we have time to 

explore before heading to Tenby. With 

the old town walls, interesting little 

side street and alleyways to explore, 

as well as superb beaches, Tenby is 

South West Wales’s main holiday 

resort and is always a pleasant and 

friendly place to visit. Our return 

journey takes us via Pendine Sands 

and Laugharne, former home of Dylan 

Thomas. 


to the beautiful unspoilt scenery of the 

Gower Peninsula, designated an ‘Area 

of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. We 

visit the picture postcard resort of 

Mumbles, view the nature reserve of 

Worm’s Head, and Rhossili Bay, where 

the 250ft cliff drops steeply to the 

beach below 

Day 4: This morning we enjoy a half 

day excursion to the National 

Botanical Gardens of Wales. This 

afternoon is at leisure in Carmarthen. 

Day 5: Today our excursion takes us 

to St Bride’s Bay and Newgale Sands 

to the magical place of St David’s, 

birthplace of the patron saint of Wales. 

St David’s has a beautiful Cathedral, 

the smallest in Great Britain, which is 

well worth a visit. From St David’s we 

head around the Preseli Mountains 

and make our way back to the hotel. 





home. 

Ivy BUSH RoyaL HotEL HHH Carmarthen 

Set within walking distance of Carmarthen town centre, and once a 

favourite retreat for Lord Nelson, this hotel has been sympathetically 

modernised yet still retains its old world charm. All en suite bedrooms 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and lift 

access. 






6 DAYS 

£425 

Taste of 

Yorkshire 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Harrogate. 


way to Leyburn to visit the Teapottery 

where a huge variety of teapots in all 

shapes and sizes are produced. Next 

door is the Little Chocolate Shop 

where you can see all kinds of 

delicious chocolates being hand 

made. From Leyburn we ride along 

Wensleydale to Hawes where we visit 

the ‘Cheese Experience’ at the 

Wensleydale Creamery, home to 

Yorkshire’s most famous cheese. 

Leaving Hawes we head along the 

dale to Aysgarth and Bishopdale, over 

the hills to Upper Wharfedale and 

Grassington. This is one of the Dales 

best-loved villages with its diminutive 

cobbled square and interesting little 

alleyways. 

Day 3: This morning we make for 

Thirsk and visit ‘The World of James 

Herriot’, a fascinating tour, including 


yoRkSHIRE HotEL HHH Harrogate 

many of the props and sets as 

featured in the television series based 

on the life of local vet, Alf Wright. 

From Thirsk we drive to Ripon, with its 

magnificent Cathedral. We have time 

for lunch and a look around before we 

continue to delightful Masham, where 

we feature a visit to the award 

winning Black Sheep Brewery. Today 

is market day in Masham and you can 

enjoy a browse around the stalls. 

Day 4: We have time to obtain lunch 

before we make our way through 

delightful scenery to Nidderdale and 

the little village of Glass Houses. We 

visit Yorkshire Country Wines for a 

guided tour and tasting – a delightful 

selection of fruit wines produced in 

the vaulted cellars of a 19th century 

flax mill, high above the River Nidd. 





home. 

The 3 star rated Yorkshire Hotel has a prime position in the centre of 

Harrogate being situated opposite Betty’s famous tea rooms. Recently 

refurbished from a typical Victorian Hotel to one that is fresh and 

contemporary, the hotel retains many of the original features. All 

bedrooms are en suite and have TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making 







5 DAYS 

£375

Royal Berkshire 

& The Thames Valley 

Thursday 11 – Monday 15 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we travel to Reading, arriving at the 

Best Western Moat House Hotel late 

afternoon. 


to the upper reaches of the Thames 

and the University City of Oxford, land 

of the ‘Dreaming Spires’. We have 

time to explore the city, with its 

ancient colleges, beautiful old 

buildings and fascinating alleyways, 

lots of cafes, pubs and tearooms 

where you can obtain lunch. This 

afternoon we enjoy a meander 

through ‘Midsomer Murders’ country. 

The lovely Thamesside town of 

Wallingford stars as ‘Causton’, 

Dorchester-upon-Thame is one of the 

most frequently used locations. Others 

are the villages of Warborough and 

Ewelme. 

Day 3: Leaving the hotel after 

breakfast our first visit is to the 

fascinating little town of Marlow, with 

its famous suspension bridge across 

the river. Built in 1831 the bridge is 

similar to the one linking Buda and 

Pest in Hungary. There are fine views 

of the river from the bridge and on the 

opposite side is the famous ‘Compleat 

Angler’ inn, with its reminders of the 

delights of fishing as a pastime. After 

a short stay in Marlow we continue to 

the larger town of Henley-on-Thames, 

famous for its rowing regatta. We 

have time to look round and maybe 

obtain lunch before leaving for an 

afternoon at the magnificent and 

stunning Waddesdon Manor. This 

French style chateau built by Baron 

Ferdinand de Rothschild in which he 

could display his outstanding 

collection of art and other treasures. 

The Victorian garden is one of the 

finest in Britain. Late afternoon we 

return to the hotel. 

Day 4: After breakfast we drive to 

Windsor. Here we visit the magnificent 

Castle, the largest and oldest 

occupied castle in the world. This 

afternoon we travel through Windsor 

Great Park to visit the beautiful Savill 

Garden, started in 1932. The garden 

has many Royal connections and has 

a fascinating history. 





BESt WEStERN moat HoUSE HotEL HHHH Reading 

Delightfully located on the banks of the River Loddon, this hotel offers 

the best of everything in terms of comfort and relaxation. All bedrooms 

are en suite and feature TV, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and 

lift access. 






5 DAYS 

£359 

Exmouth 

Sunday 14 – Friday 19 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Exmouth. 


beautiful port of Lyme Regis with its 

historic harbour. We then continue our 

journey to Seaton for a ride on one of 

the 14 trams of Seaton Tramway, 

specially built in narrow gauge, 

representing the nostalgic trams of 

yesteryear. Today’s third stop is the 

lovely Victorian resort of Sidmouth, 

where you will have ample free time, 

before returning to the hotel. 


Day 4: We visit the House of Marbles 

in Bovey Tracey, a working glass and 

games factory, set in a historic 

pottery, which has been 

manufacturing traditional games, 

puzzles, toys, marbles and glassware 

for many years and where you can 

watch skilled craftsmen at work. We 

cross Dartmoor to visit Widecombe-inthe-Moor 

before returning via 

Buckfast Abbey, set in the beautiful 

valley of Devon’s River Dart and home 

to a community of Benedictine monks 

maNoR HotEL HH Exmouth 

Day 5: Today we visit Exeter, the 

capital city of Devon. Attractions 

include the magnificent St Peter's 

Cathedral with its two Norman Towers 

that dominate the city skyline, plus the 

Historic Quayside and Visitor Centre 

and medieval underground passages 

that date back to the 14th century. 

This afternoon we enjoy a delightful 

cruise on the calm and sheltered 

waters of the River Exe Estuary on 

board a heated river cruiser with an 

entertaining commentary about the 

sights, plus a chance to see the 

abundant wildlife. 

Day 6: Sadly after breakfast we 

depart our hotel, and make our way 

back to Norfolk, with suitable stops en 



The Manor Hotel enjoys an enviable location with easy access to both 

the beach and town. All comfortable en suite bedrooms have 

television, radio, tea/coffee making facilities and many enjoy an open 

sea view. The hotel has a restaurant, lounge and bar. There is a lift 

serving all floors and full central heating. 






6 DAYS 

£365 


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Steaming 

Through Yorkshire 

Thursday 18 October – Monday 22 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Yorkshire, arriving 

late afternoon at the Ramada Hotel. 


drive to the market town of Settle, 

where we enjoy a ride on the Settle 

and Carlisle Railway, considered to be 

one of England’s most scenic rail 

journeys. We travel by diesel train to 

Garsdale, passing through spectacular 

scenery, crossing the famous 

Ribblehead viaduct and stopping at 

Dent, the highest mainline station in 

England. At Garsdale we rejoin the 

coach for the short journey into 

Hawes. After a break and chance to 

obtain lunch we continue along 

Wensleydale, past Aysgarth, to 

Leyburn. Here we join the 

Wensleydale Railway, a unique and 

exciting project, re-instating one of the 

east-west rail links of the past. We 

travel on the first section of line to be 

re-opened, from Leyburn to Leeming 

Bar, a journey of about 40 minutes. 

On arrival at Leeming Bar we return to 

the hotel. 

Day 3: Today we head off along the 

Aire Valley to Skipton, ‘the Gateway to 

the Dales’. The main street houses the 

well known market, and Skipton 

RamaDa HotEL HHH Bingley 

Castle stands proudly at the top of the 

street. Take a stroll around the town 

and explore some of the interesting 

little alleyways and shops. Whilst in 

Skipton we enjoy a cruise on one of 

the country’s best known inland 

waterways. From Skipton we make 

our way to Haworth, home of the 

famous Bronte sisters and their 

notorious brother. Little has changed 

in the village since they lived at the 

Parsonage. Later, we enjoy a steam 

train ride along the delightful Worth 

Valley, following the locations used in 

the film ‘The Railway Children’. 

Day 4: Our journey today begins with 

a visit to Bolton Abbey, where we have 

time for a stroll through this beautiful 

landscape, part of the Duke of 

Devonshire’s estate, before we make 

the short journey to Bolton Abbey 

Station for a ride on the steam train to 

Embsay. Continuing through beautiful 

scenery, we visit the Dales village of 

Grassington – its cobbled street, 

diminutive market place and its many 

quaint byways and alleyways make it 

a place in which to linger. 





home. 

Arriving is part of the experience at this impressive Gothic mansion. 

Located in private grounds, the hotel retains the atmosphere of a 

private residence with views over the Aire Valley. All rooms are en 

suite, and feature TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making 

facilities. There is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested but are 







5 DAYS 

£345 

St Agnes 

Itinerary 


home to join the coach for a relaxing 

journey to St. Agnes. Here, you will be 

greeted with a welcome drink on 

arrival. 


the Eden Project, a gigantic, global 

garden set in a breathtaking 35 acre 

crater. Inside these massive Biomes 

plants from the humid tropics and 

temperate Mediterranean are housed. 


Saturday 20 – Wednesday 24 October 2012 

Day 3: This morning we travel to St. 

Ives, a delightful old harbour town and 

resort. We then return to our hotel for 

an afternoon at leisure in the unspoilt 

village of St Agnes. 


Truro, Cornwall’s cathedral city, and 

then onto the popular resort of 

Newquay. 


return journey back to Norfolk where 



tHE RoSEmUNDy HoUSE HotEL HHH St Agnes 

Based on an elegant Queen Anne residence, this country hotel is set in 

secluded gardens and woodland 100 yards from St Agnes village 

centre. All rooms have private facilities, TV and hospitality tray. There 

is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested, but are subject to 







5 DAYS 

£365

Autumn Colours 

of the Cotswolds 

Sunday 21 Thursday – 25 October 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Cheltenham 

Chase hotel for 4 nights dinner, bed 

and breakfast. 

Day 2: Today we enjoy a scenic tour 

of the autumn colours. We head for 

the picture postcard village of Bibury, 

with its honey coloured cottages and 

mill. Burford is our next stop, a small 

town with its attractive high street 

flanked by ancient buildings, inns and 

little shops. We also have free time in 

the lovely Regency spa town of 

Cheltenham before the short drive 

back to our hotel. 


travelling along the Cotswold’s 

romantic road. Our first stop is in 

Broadway, one of the showpiece 

Cotswold towns. We then make our 

way to Moreton-in-the-Marsh, and 

continue to Bourton-on–the- Water. 

This popular village straddles the River 

Windrush, and is crossed by many 

pretty little stone bridges. 

Day 4: This morning we travel via 

Painswick and Stroud to Westonbirt, 

the National Arboretum, famous for its 

autumn colour. Amongst its world of 

trees are 100 Champions (oldest, 

largest, tallest in England). Our return 

route takes us pass High Grove 

Estate, home of Prince Charles. We 

then visit Cirencester, the “Capital of 

the Cotswolds” which was founded by 

the Romans. There is a fine museum 

and in the market place the striking 

parish church is one of the largest 

“wool churches” of the Cotswolds. 

Day 5: After breakfast we travel to 

Oxfordshire and visit Blenheim Palace, 

the home of The Duke of 

Marlborough, and the birthplace of 

Winston Churchill. After lunch we 

make our way back to Norfolk where 



CHELtENHam CHaSE HotEL HHHH Gloucestershire 

Situated against the backdrop of the rolling Cotswold hills, this 

beautiful hotel is ideally located for exploring this magnificent area of 

Britain. All en suite bedrooms are furnished in a contemporary style, 

and feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, tea & coffee making facilities and 

lift access. The hotel also boasts an extensive leisure centre with 

indoor pool, Jacuzzi, and gymnasium. 






5 DAYS 

£369 

Rolling Back 

the Years 


Itinerary 




Wales. After dinner we have a 

lighthearted evening with music from 

the in the 50’s & 60’s, with lots of fun, 

quizzes, competitions and price 

comparisons etc. 

Day 2: After breakfast we head to the 

beautiful isle of Anglesley and in 

particular to Llanfairpwll.......gogogoch 

for coffee and the Pringle Wollen Mill. 

On then to Llandudno, the elegant 

Victorian resort to exchange one of 

your vouchers for a delicious 

Cadwaladers Ice Cream - a real treat. 

Also enjoy a visit to The Home Front 

Museum or Llandudno Museum – a 

voucher to cover the cost of entry is 

included. This afternoon we return to 

our hotel via the Conwy Valley with a 

brief stop in Betws-y-Coed. Dinner 

tonight is followed by entertainment. 

Day 3: Enjoy a leisurely morning in 

Criccieth. This afternoon we travel 

through some spectacular Snowdonia 

countryside to Blaenau Ffestiniog 

where we have the fantastic journey 

on the Ffestiniog Railway to 

Portmadog. After dinner we enjoy a 

nostalgic trip down memory lane with 

a film “The Way We Were” a 1960’s 

look at Britain the age of Flower 

Power and Free Love!! 

Day 4: Today we head to Porthmadog 

for a ride on the Welsh Highland 

Heritage Railway – a general mode of 

transport in the 50’s, after which you 

can exchange one of your coupons for 

tea and scones, or Bara Brith, served 

in the Station Café. In the afternoon 

we make a visit to the renowned 

Italianate village and beautiful garden 

of Portmerion. Tonight is our ‘Rock & 

Roll’ Party night, so get your glad rags 

on and enjoy a sumptuous dinner – 

then good old-fashioned fun…. ‘Let’s 

Twist Again’… 





tHE LIoN HotEL HHH WTB Criccieth 






bar & lift. 






5 DAYS 

£319 


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Autumn Tints 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Lyndhurst. 

Day 2: Today we enjoy a tour through 

the delightful Autumn colours of the 

New Forest. This afternoon we visit 

Exbury Gardens a festival of Autumn 

colour, Everyone thinks of Exbury in 

the Spring, but the Gardens are just 

as glorious in Autumn with fiery 

colours from maples, dogwoods and 

deciduous azaleas. 

Day 3: We visit the magnificent 

medieval city of Salisbury, with its 

historic streets and charming half 

timbered buildings and one of the 

UK’s finest cathedrals. We return to 

our hotel via the pretty Hampshire 

town of Romsey. 


via Christchurch and Lymington to 

Beaulieu. Home to the National Motor 

Museum with over 250 vehicles, 

palace, Beaulieu Abbey, World of Top 

Gear and James Bond Exhibition, 

there is something for everyone 


homeward journey stopping off at 

Royal Windsor. After lunch we return 

to Norfolk were our door to door 


home. 

LyNDHURSt PaRk HotEL HHH Lyndhurst 

Set within 3 acres of splendid gardens, the Georgian Lyndhurst Park 

Hotel provides 59 en-suite bedrooms with TV, telephone, hairdryer and 

tea coffee making facilities. The hotel has a lift. 






5 DAYS 

£315 

Port Sunlight 

& Liverpool 

Itinerary 


we make our way to Liverpool. 

Day 2: After breakfast before we are 

joined by our local guide for a 

fascinating tour of the city, including 

places made household names by the 

Beatles, Titanic's White Star Line 

Headquarters, the Cathedrals and 

much more. Afterwards explore the 

city at your own pace, there are many 

attractions including the historic 

waterfront, Tate Gallery and the 

Beatles Story. 

Day 3: This morning we journey to 

Southport, an attractive Victorian 

seaside resort with pleasant gardens 

and the elegant Lord Street shops. We 

have time to explore the town and 

obtain lunch before heading to the 

Martin Mere Wetland Centre, Many 

thousands of birds start arriving at the 

centre at this time of year. The centre 

is home to resident water birds, otters 

and beavers. 


Monday 29 October - Friday 2 November 2012 

aDELPHI HotEL HHH Liverpool 

Day 4: This morning our excursion 

takes us through the Mersey Tunnel to 

the Wirral. We visit the National 

Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port 

where we include a guided tour of the 

museum, tea/coffee and a short 

cruise along the Shropshire Union 

Canal. We then make the short 

journey to Port Sunlight, where we 

visit enjoy a guided tour of Port 

Sunlight Village, built by William 

Hesketh Lever for his factory workers 

and named after his famous Sunlight 

soap. Discover how the village was 

planned with the happiness of his 

workers uppermost, and visit the gift 

shop. This is a superb example of how 

life used to be. We round off our day 

with a Ferry trip across the River 

Mersey. 





home. 

The famous Adelphi Hotel is set in the heart of Liverpool, offering 

quality and style in relaxing surroundings. Liverpool’s largest hotel is a 

spacious and unique property built in 1914 with superb public rooms 

and panelled suites, unique marble foyer, lounge and corridors. The 

hotel has a leisure centre. All comfortable bedrooms offer en-suite, 

satellite TV, telephone, internet access, and tea/coffee making 

facilities. Hotel has a lift. 


5 DAYS 

£315 


bed & breakfast • Door to door service • 99p Bar Tariff, 1930 – 2300 



Photo © Ed O'Keeffe

All Things 

Brighton Beautiful! 

Monday 29 October - Friday 2 November 2012 

Itinerary 


to join the coach for the journey to our 

hotel in Brighton. On arrival, a 

welcome cup of tea or coffee will be 

served followed by a seaside themed 

evening with fish and chip dinner and 

live entertainment from an organist 

playing all your favourite tunes. 

Day 2: A free morning to relax and 

explore Brighton. Perhaps take a stroll 

along the seafront to the pier, visit the 

Royal Pavilion or shop to your hearts 

content in the shoppers paradise of 

Brighton Lanes. This afternoon, we 

enjoy an included guided tour of our 

historic hotel along with a glass of 

wine and time to sit down and watch 

the world go by, before sitting down to 

this evening's 3-course dinner with a 

local quiz to follow. 

Day 3: This morning we take a 

leisurely drive along the coast and 

through the South Downs. We make 

our way to the quintessentially English 

market town of Arundel with its wide 

range of individual shops, cafés and 

tea rooms. We return to our hotel for 

an afternoon of Bingo, Tea and Games 

with time to prepare for this evenings 

3-course Monopoly themed dinner. 

Day 4: An excursion along the coast 

to nearby Eastbourne with its award 

winning seafront. Returning to 

Brighton mid afternoon, we get ready 

to enjoy our 1940's themed street 

party with dinner and an evening of 

live entertainment. 

Day 5: We depart after breakfast for a 

leisurely return drive to Norfolk by 

late-afternoon, where our door to door 

service will be waiting to return you to 

your home. 

BaRCELo oLD SHIP HotEL HHHH Brighton 

The 4-star Barcelo Old Ship Hotel dates back to 1559, making it 

Brighton's oldest and most established hotel. All inviting bedrooms 

have en suite facilities, TV, ironing board and tea/coffee making 

facilities.Hotel facilities include a lift to all floors, bar and restaurant. 






5 DAYS 

£319 

Kingdom of Northumbria 

& The Borders 

Monday 5 – Friday 9 November 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: After our door to door pickup 

service, we make our way to 

Northumberland with suitable stops en 

route. 

Day 2: After breakfast we leave for a 

visit to historic Alnwick, dominated by 

the magnificent Castle, The town has 

changed little since bygone times, 

with its market place and stone cross. 

We have time to explore and have 

lunch before we make our way back 

to Bamburgh for a tour of the superb 

castle. 

Day 3: Leaving after breakfast we 

visit the villages of Ford and Etal, a 

vast rural estate. Here we enjoy a 

guided tour of the estate, followed by 

a visit to Lady Waterford Hall – 

formerly Ford School until 1957, and 

Heatherslaw Cornmill, England’s most 

vICtoRIa HotEL HH Bamburgh 

northerly working watermill. We have 

time for lunch here, before we head 

north to Coldstream and the Scottish 

Borders region. We continue along the 

Tweed Valley to the border town of 

Berwick and south to Bamburgh. 

Day 4: We begin today with a tour of 

the Northumbrian coast, taking in 

Seahouses, Warkworth and Amble. We 

visit Woodhorn, a superb development 

of a former colliery site into the 

Northumberland Museum and Country 

Park, featuring Coal Town and much 

more. We have time for lunch here 

before heading for the delightful 

market town of Morpeth for the 

afternoon 


hotel for the last time and make our 

way home with suitable stops en 



The Victoria Hotel is situated at the top of the main street in the 

coastal village of Bamburgh, overlooking the village green, just a short 

distance from the magnificent castle on the beach. All rooms are 

individually named, fully en suite, well equipped and comfortably 

furnished. Evening entertainment is planned on at least one evening 

during your stay. The hotel has no lift. 






5 DAYS 

£305 


UK TOURS

CONTINENTAL TOURS 

Paris Valentines 

Weekend 

Fri 10 – Mon 13 February 2012 

Itinerary 

4 DAYS 

£235 


way to Folkestone for our Channel crossing to 

Calais. On arrival we make our way to Paris for our 

3 night stay. 

Day 2: Enjoy a full day in Paris. Our optional guided 

sightseeing tour taking in the famous Eiffel Tower, 

Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées, Place de la 

Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral is the way to 

see all the best sights. You can also join a relaxing 

optional guided cruise along the River Seine. We 

return to our hotel late afternoon. 

Day 3: Another free day to explore Paris 

independently or take our optional tour to the 

splendid Château and Gardens of Versailles. Admire 

the magnificent gardens and château from this once 

opulent era (Entrance to the Château is at extra cost). 

Day 4: After breakfast we head back to Calais for 

our return crossing to Folkestone. We will arrive 

back in Norfolk late evening. 

NovotEL La DéfENSE HHH Paris 

Located at the entrance of La Défense 

business district. Overlooking the River 

Seine. En suite bedrooms feature 1 double 

bed and 1 sofa bed, Air conditioning, Minibar, 

Radio, Direct dial telephone and TV. The 

hotel has a restaurant and Bar a Metro 

station is close to the next to the hotel. 




• Return Channel crossing 


AWE 1996 £25 £92 

Belgium 

Explorer 


Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£283 


way to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais. 

On arrival we make our way to Blankenberge in 

Belgium for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: A full day to Brugge, this beautifully 

preserved Flemish gem is one of the prettiest 

medieval cities in Europe, with its handsome gable 

houses, ornate guildhalls and majestic churches. 

Take a trip on the picturesque canals to experience 

the cities remarkable peace and calm or a ride 

along the narrow cobbled street in a horse drawn 

carriage. Then, saver the tiny lace parlours, 

chocolate boutiques and old curiosity shops of this 

delightful city – dubbed the ‘Venice of the North’. 

Day 3: Kick start your day with a great buffet 

breakfast, including a complimentary glass of 

champagne. We head to the coastal town of Ostend 

with its picturesque harbour and magnificent 

promenade, sample the local shell fish at one of the 

fish stalls or enjoy lunch in one on the numerous 

bars and restaurants. We then head back to Calais 

for our return crossing to Dover. 

aLfa INN HHH Blankenberge 

FOR 

THE 

PRICE 21 OF 

The Alfa hotel is situated right in the heart of 

Blankenberge’s pedestrianised area 

surrounded by restaurants, bars, and shops. 

All comfortable bedrooms are en suite and 

served by a lift. 



as specified • Bed & breakfast 


AWE 2143 £20 N/A 


Remembrance 

Weekend 

in Belgium 

Fri 9 – Sun 11 November 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Dover for our short sea crossing, we then 

make our way to Ostend for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: Today we take a tour of Flanders Fields. We 

travel via Diksmuide, to view the impressive 85 – 

metre Ysertower, which is a symbol of freedom and 

peace. We visit the beautifully maintained Tyne Cot 

Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth cemetery in 

the world. We then head to Hooge to visit the Hooge 

Crater Museum & Cemetery. This afternoon we 

spend time in Ypres with its variety of shops, cafes 

and historic attractions including the meticulously 

restored Cloth Hall and the remarkable “In Flanders 

Field” Museum devoted to the story of the First 

World War. 

Day 3: This morning we return to Ypres to attend 

the Armistice Day Ceremony with the veteran’s 

parade from the main square and a special 

commemoration at the Menin Gate at 11.00am. 

Later we head back to Calais for our afternoon 

sailing to Dover arriving back in Norfolk late evening. 

RoyaL aStoR HHH Ostend 

3 DAYS 

£225 

The Royal Astor is ideally located in the 

centre of Ostend, close to the casino, 

wonderful level promenade and shops. This 

privately owned property has recently been 

refurbished, and facilities include a pleasant 

bar, restaurant and indoor swimming pool. All 

comfortable en suite bedrooms feature TV, 

telephone and lift access. 



• Excursions as specified • Free Bar from 

2030 - 2400 local beer, wine & soft drinks 

only • Dinner, bed & breakfast 


AWE 2157 £20 £50

Rhine & Mosel 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Dover for our 

short channel crossing to Calais. We 

then make our way through Belgium 

into Germany arriving at our hotel 

early evening. 

Day 2: We join the coach this 

morning for a short journey to the 

city of Koblenz. This 2000 year old 

town is situated in the picturesque 

landscape of the Rhine and Mosel and 

surrounded by four low mountains 

ranges. Its abundance of cultural 

monuments and historic buildings, 

cosy lanes and narrow alleyways, the 

relaxed and happy atmosphere of its 

squares and river promenades make 

Koblenz very welcoming to visitors. We 

return to Kamp – Bornhofen for an 

afternoon at leisure, the village is well 

known throughout Germany and 

beyond for its famous pilgrimage 

church and Monastery dedicated to 

the Virgin Mary. 


through the rolling hills of the Rhine 

Valley to Rudesheim, a beautiful 

medieval town of step-gabled 

buildings, pretty gardens and the 

wine-tavern lined Drosselgasse, a 

charming alleyway of shops and bars. 

Explore the town, the nearby ruined 

castle, take the cable car up to the 

Neiderwald monument or visit 

Siegfried’s Mechanical Museum. 

Day 4: A full day tour along the Mosel 

Valley to visit Cochem with its quaint 

cobbled street and tempting shops full 

of cakes and speciality sweets. The 

old quarter is dominated by the late 

Gothic imperial castle and is dotted 

with medieval squares and lovingly 

restored timber framed houses, 

architectural gems typical of the 

Moselle region. On the return we 

make a stop at Anton Hammes Wine 

Cellar, in the little village of Alken, for 

wine tasting. 


hotel and make our way to Calais for 

the afternoon sailing back to Dover 

arriving in Norfolk late evening for our 


kURfURSt HotEL HH Kamp Bornhofen 

5 DAYS 

£345 

The Kurfurst Hotel is a small cosy family run hotel with a big welcome. 

All rooms are en-suite and simply furnished. Hotel facilities include a 

restaurant and bar with traditional entertainment. No Lift at hotel 

(ground floors available on request). 



bed & breakfast • Free Bar from 2030 until 2300 serving draught beer, 

local wines, lemonade and coke • Door to door service 


AWE 2016 £29 £40 

Floriade 

& Valkenburg 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Dover to catch 

the mid morning ferry to Calais. We 

continue our journey through France 

and Belgium to the Netherlands and 

our hotel for 4 nights dinner, bed and 

breakfast. 

Day 2: We spend a day at leisure. 

Explore the area around the hotel or 

take advantage of the leisure facilities 

at the Walram Hotel. 

Day 3: Today we will take you to 

Venlo for the Floriade 2012 exhibition. 

Blooms from all over the world create 

a dazzling display at this event which 

arrives in the Netherlands in 2012 for 

the first time in 10 years. There are 

hundreds of exhibitors and five 

themed zones, spread over 66 

hectares, showcasing some of the 

world’s most spectacular flowers, 

plants and trees as well as a huge 

WaLRam HotEL HHH Valkenburg 

5 DAYS 

£435 

variety of fruit and vegetables. Floriade 

2012 also offers a varied cultural 

programme of music, dance, theatre, 

literature and visual art from all over 

the globe. 

Day 4: Today we visit the little 

German town of Monschau. The pretty 

town is made up of quaint half 

timbered buildings, winding streets 

lined with colourful houses, and a 

small river. There are also plenty of 

shops, cafés and taverns. In the 

afternoon we visit Vaals and the Three 

Countries Point. Here, the borders of 

Holland, Belgium and Germany all 

meet. 

Day 5: Today we retrace our steps 

through Belgium to France and Calais 

for the return ferry crossing to Dover. 

We then continue our journey back to 



home. 

The comfortable 3 star Best Western Walram hotel is situated adjacent 

to a quiet cobbled square and the banks of the River Geul. It is just a 

few minutes walk from the town centre, with splendid views over the 

famous castle ruins of Valkenburg. Facilities at the hotel include a 

restaurant, bar, lounge, sauna and indoor swimming pool. All wellappointed 

bedrooms are en suite and have TV, radio, alarm clock and 

telephone. 







CONTINENTAL TOURS


Austria All Inclusive 

Friday 27 April – Friday 4 May 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup, we make our way to Dover for our short 

channel crossing to Calais. We then continue our journey to our overnight hotel. 

Day 2: After breakfast we depart our hotel and make our way to Landeck for our 

five night stay. 


Day 4: A spectacular excursion travelling via the Paznaun Valley to visit the 

lovely village of Ischgl. From here, we drive over the Silretta High Alpine Road, 

described as one of the most beautiful mountain passes in the Alps. It ascends 

into the Blue Silvretta mountain range, surrounded by glaciers and the 3300 

metre peak of Piz Buin. 

Day 5: Today we head to the Capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck, a lovely city on the 

banks of the River Inn, with a charming old town, Hofburgh Imperial Palace and 

the famous Golden Roof. To make your visit more enjoyable we have arranged a 

guided city coach tour. 

Day 6: Today we drive through the Inn Valley via the Reschen Pass, a 

spectacular drive along the sub-tropical Estch Valley with its vineyards, orchards 

and ruined castles. We continue our journey into Italy, to the beautiful spa town 

of Merano, in the South Tyrol, sitting in its own basin, surrounded by a stunning 

backdrop of mountains and meadows. The town has a good variety of shops, 

bars and cafes, and a promenade which runs alongside the river Adige. On our 

return we stop in delightful village of Pfunds 

Day 7: Sadly, we bid 

farewell to Landeck and 

make our way back to our 

overnight hotel. 

Day 8: After breakfast we 

depart the hotel and make 

our way to Calais for the 

afternoon sailing back to 

Dover, arriving in Norfolk 

late evening for our door 

to door service. 


SoNNE HotEL HHH Landeck 

8 DAYS 

£579 

This Charming hotel is run by Karl Graber who assures you of a warm 

welcome. The hotel is decorated in a traditional style and offers 

superb views across the town and down the valley which can be 

enjoyed whilst having a drink on the sun terrace and from the 

restaurant. All en suite bedrooms are comfortably furnished, and offer 

satellite TV, hairdryer and lift access. 



• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to door service • 5 Packed lunches 

• Unlimited house beer and wine (12:00 – 24:00) • Unlimited soft 

drinks all day • 9-pin bowling evening with prizes 


AWE 2032 £36 £60

The Beautiful Black Forest 

Saturday 12 – Saturday 19 May 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup, we make our way to Dover for our ferry 

crossing to Calais. We then make our way to our overnight hotel. 

Day 2: After breakfast we depart from our overnight hotel and make our way to 

Oberharmersbach, via the town of Calw, on the edge of the Black Forest. Set 

deep in the Nagold Valley, Calw is a place of outstanding scenic and 

architectural beauty, which can be seen in its streets and alleys, squares and 

bridges. 

Day 3: This morning we visit the Black Forest open air museum in Gutach. 

Whilst here, we find out how people have lived and worked in Black Forest 

farmhouses over the last 400 years. As well as six fully-furnished farmhouses, 

where living quarters and the working farm are housed under one roof, you will 

visit a labourer’s cottage and around 15 outbuildings, such as mills, sawmills, 

chapels and storehouses, seven kitchen gardens and a herb garden, and you 

will see traditional breeds of domestic animals. On our return to our hotel, we 

stop off in Hornberger at the House of Black Forest Clocks. Here, you can see 

the famous Giant Cuckoo clock with 21 moving figurines. 

Day 4: Day at leisure. We have arranged a guided tour of the village which 

includes a museum visit. Take the scenic train ride to Zell am Hammersbach for 

a spot of shopping, then return back to the hotel for Black Forest gateau and 

coffee. 

Day 5: We enjoy a trip today to the 

capital of the Black Forest, Freiburg. A 

magnificent Gothic cathedral dominates 

the town square, and there are many 

spectacular buildings and the remains of 

three castles perched above the city. We 

then make our way to the beautiful 

lakeside resort of Titisee. Whilst here 

why not enjoy a stroll along the 

promenade, browse amongst the 

souvenir shops or unwind with a coffee 

and cake in one of the many cafes. 

8 DAYS 

£615 

Day 6: A full-day excursion to the 

beautiful city of Strasbourg. Situated 

across the Rhine valley, in Alsace, Strasbourg has a fascinating history. It exudes 

character with its pretty half-timbered buildings, and hidden canals and 

waterways. To enhance your visit we have included a guided city coach tour. 

Day 7: Sadly, we bid farewell to Oberharmersbach and make our way back to 

our overnight hotel. En route we stop off in the spa town of Baden – Baden 

Day 8: After breakfast we depart the hotel and make our way to Calais for the 

ferry crossing back to Dover arriving in Norfolk late evening. 

BaEREN HotEL HHH Oberharmersbach 

The Hotel Baeren has been owned by the Kruber Family for 200 years 

and you are assured of a very warm welcome. Situated in the heart of 

the pretty village of Oberharmersbach, the hotel exudes Black forest 

charm with its style and quality of décor. All bedrooms are traditionally 

furnished with en suite facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer and lift access. 





AWE 2044 £36 £86 


CONTINENTAL TOURS


Norway Highlights 

Telemark & The Fjords 

Monday 4 – Thursday 14 June 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup we make our way to Harwich for the early 

evening DFDS ferry to Esbjerg. Please note that all cabins booked on this tour 

are outside and have side by side beds. 

Day 2: Breakfast is included on board. We disembark early afternoon and 

journey through the Danish countryside to the Arhus area for overnight half 

board accommodation at the Scandic Plaza Aarus Hotel, Arhus. 

Day 3: After breakfast we depart Arhus and travel through North Jutland, past 

Bronderslev and Hjorring to arrive in Hirtshals for the fast craft ferry service to 

Kristiansand, on Norway’s south coast. We continue our journey along the coast 

via Arendal and Svenes to Vradal and our three night half board accommodation. 

Day 4: We enjoy a full day panoramic excursion across the Hardangervidda 

Plateau to the Telemark heavy-water sabotage site. The Hardangervidda is the 

largest mountain plain in Europe and the largest of Norway’s National Parks. 

After passing the Rauland High Mountain Hotel and Ski Centre we arrive in 

Rjukan for a visit to the famous Heavy Water Sabotage site at Vemork. We join a 

mini-bus for the short journey across the gorge and up to the Vemork Power 

station. The fascinating visit offers an insight into Norwegian Industrial Heritage 

but of most interest is the film and the exhibits relating to the incredible story of 

the partisan sabotage mission to destroy Hitler’s heavy water plant that was 

located at this site. We then continue through Rjukan and along the shore of 

Lake Tinnsjø and pass the small railway/lake terminal used to load the heavy 

water on boats to commence its journey to Germany. 

Day 5: A day at leisure to relax in Vradal. The hotel has great facilites including 

an indoor swimming pool, large panoramic terrace, lounge and a wonderful 

garden that sweeps down to the lake shore and beach. 

Day 6: Today we depart Vradal and travel to Brunkenberg before crossing the 

Haukelifjell Mountain Road and descending to the Sörfjord, a branch of the 

Hardangerfjord, at Odda. We continue along the eastern shore of the 

Hardangerfjord overlooked by the Folgefonn Glacier and flanked by fruit trees on 

one side and the deep fjord on the other. We arrive in Utne and take the short 

ferry across to Kvanndal, continuing via Voss towards Gudvangen before 

climbing up to the Stalheim Hotel for our three night’s accommodation. 

Day 7: Today we travel over the mountains to the small town of Vik then on to 

Vangsnes for the short ferry ride to Hella. On past Leikanger (look out for the 

Kvinna waterfall en-route from Hella to Leikanger. When in full flow it is 

necessary to drive through the water!), to Sogndal where we have a stop. We 

then take a detour to “Boyabreen” a beauty spot where there is a café and great 

views of the Jostalbreen Glacier, Europe’s largest. We then drive to Mannheller 

for the short sailing to Fodnes. We continue to Laerdal a very pretty town with a 

tranquil setting surrounded by mountains with traditional wooden houses which 

have been lovingly restored. We return to our hotel via the road tunnel between 

Laerdal and Aurland the longest road tunnel in the world at 24.5km. 

Day 8: After a morning at leisure we head to Flam for a trip on the Flam railway 

one of Norway’s greatest highlights. We enjoy a return journey to Myrdal, with 

unforgettable views of mountains and waterfalls en route. 


11 DAYS 

£1499 

Day 9: Sadly we depart the Stalheim hotel for a long, but very scenic day, 

travelling via Flam through the new tunnel to the Laerdal Valley. We drive via 

Borgund travelling through beautiful scenery to Hemsedal. We continue south 

through Noresund and Kroderen to arrive in Larvik in time for dinner. 

Day 10: An early breakfast we depart the hotel and board the 08.00hr Color 

Line fast ferry departure from Larvik. There will be plenty of time to relax on 

board before the arrival into Denmark at Hirtshals. We arrive in Hirtshals at 

11.45hrs and complete the journey to Esbjerg and board the 18.45 hr DFDS 

ferry crossing to Harwich. 

Day 11: Breakfast is included on board. We arrive in Harwich at lunchtime and 

travel home, arriving mid to late afternoon where our door to door service will be 


SCaNDIC HotEL HHH Arhus 

A bright modern hotel on the ourskirts of the city centre. All en suite 

bedrooms offer TV, hairdryer and telephone, and the hotel also boasts 

a gym, fitness room and sauna. 

QUaLIty StRaaND HotEL HHH Vradal 

Located on the North Shore of Lake Nisser in the Telemark region, and 

is just a short walk away from the centre of the village. Owned and 

managed by the Straand family for 4 generations, the hotel is firmly 

established as one of the leading hotels in Telemark. The hotel has a 

bar, restaurant, indoor swimming pool, several comfortable lounges 

and relaxation areas, as well as an outdoor terrace. All bedrooms are 

en suite and feature TV and telephone. There is a lift to some parts of 

the hotel, however there are steps in some areas. 

StaLHEIm HotEL HHH Stalheim 

Located in a stunning hilltop, panoramic position overlooking the 

Naeroy, Brekke and Jordal valleys. The hotel was first founded in 1885, 

and was occupied by the Germans during the Second World War, but 

was lovingly rebuilt in 1960. Today, this historic hotel offers very 

comfortable accommodation, with en suite bedrooms featuring TV, and 

telephone. Facilities include a bar, restaurant, gift shop and several 

comfortable lounges. There is a lift. 

QUaLIty GRaND faRRIS HotEL HHH Larvik 

Located at the centre of Larvik with a magnificent view of Larvik Fjord. 

All bedrooms are en suite with TV, hairdryer, telephone and lift access. 

There is a restaurant and cocktail bar. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • 2 nights aboard DFDS ferry in 2 berth 

outside cabins with lower berths • 8 nights dinner, bed & breakfast 

(plus 1 dinner on the return ferry) • Excursions as specified 


AWE 2061 £43 £212

Northern Spain 

Sunday 17 – Tuesday 26 June 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Home pickup to join your coach for Plymouth to embark the Port-Aven 

that sails at 16.00 hours. Meals at own arrangement. 

Day 2: Completing our crossing, we shall arrive in Santander at lunchtime. After 

disembarkation we drive to our hotel at Santona. 

Day 3: Full day excursion, this time to the Picos De Europa. We follow the valley 

of the River Deva, passing through the spectacular canyon of the "Desfiladero de 

la Hermida" until we reach Fuenta De at the foot of the Picos De Europa. Here 

you can take an optional excursion (at an extra charge), in a funicular up the 

rocky wall to the spurs of Pena Vieja, from where the views are exceptional. We 

then visit Santo Toribio De Leibana and Potes on our return journey. 

Day 4: Full day tour to Santillana Del Mar, Comillas and San Vicente De La 

Barquera. This excursion offers a combination of art, history and nature of the 

western coast of Cantabria. 

Day 5: We visit the lively city of Bilbao the 

capital of the Basque region and more 

recently, home to the amazing Guggenheim 

Museum – famous for its incredible 

architecture and wide range of modern art. 

On our return we stop off in the resort of 

Castro – Urdiales with its harbour packed 

with small fishing boats and pleasure craft. 

Enjoy a stroll along the promenade or a 

wander through the old quarter which boasts 

acarded shops, tapas bars and elegant 

balconied town houses. 

Day 6: The Cabarceno National Park awaits us today. Set amidst some of the 

most spectacular scenery, this is an ideal setting for this wildlife park, where the 

animals have exceptionally large areas to roam. 

Day 7: Free day to explore at your leisure. 

Day 8: We enjoy a morning at leisure. This afternoon we visit the charming 

resort of Playa de Isla, which features small sandy coves, dramatic rocky 

shoreline, plus a nice selection of shops, cafes and bars. 

10 DAYS 

£755 

Day 9: Leaving the hotel after breakfast we head for Santander. A large modern 

resort, still retaining its character. Fine sandy beaches, interesting buildings all 

combine to make this one of the most popular towns along the coast. Our ferry 

departs late afternoon - make sure you are on deck, the views of Santander are 

magnificent as the ship sails. Meals at own arrangement. 

Day 10: We arrive in Portsmouth in the morning and travel homewards for our 


HotEL JUaN DE La CoSta HHHH Santona 

A modern stylish 4 star hotel situated directly on the beach. The 

bedrooms are bright and stylish and overlook either the beach or the 

lagoon. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gym and 

sauna. There is also a reading lounge located on the top floor. The 

Hotel has a lift. 

BRIttaNy fERRIES, PoNt-avEN 

The Pont-Aven is a luxurious £100m flagship ferry setting new 

standards in passenger ferry travel. Cruising on the Pont-Aven is like 

taking a holiday itself and it has dramatically improved sailing times 

to Spain. Crossing time to Santander has now been cut to only twenty 

hours. It boasts stunning features including a superb pool and leisure 

area, a wrap-around promenade for pleasant deck strolls, a dramatic 

five deck high atrium with panoramic views from the lifts, and 

outstanding accommodation. 



• 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in Santona • 2 nights on board 

Pont-Aven – (meals not included) • Standard cabin - Inside 2 berth 

(Bunks) • Door to door service 


AWE 2068 £38 £159 

Cabin Supplements: 

Price includes a standard inside cabin with 2 bunks, 

these can be upgraded at a supplement. 

2 berth (2 lower beds) inside cabin - £90 per cabin 

2 berth (2 lower beds) outside cabin - £130 per cabin 


CONTINENTAL TOURS


Switzerland 

Sunday 8 – Sunday 15 July 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Morning collection from your home to join our coach for the drive to 

Dover, and short sea crossing to France. We continue our journey to our 

overnight hotel in Germany. 

Day 2: We continue our journey through Germany to Flueli – Ranft in time for a 

welcome drink and our evening meal. 

Day 3: Today we visit beautiful Lucerne, with many medieval frescoed buildings, 

charming narrow streets, decorative fountains, Lion Monument and the famous 

covered medieval bridge. The afternoon will be free to explore at your leisure. 

Day 4: After breakfast we head to Brienz, a small village on the banks of Lake 

Brienz made famous for its woodcarvers whose work can be found in many of 

the studio’s and shops. We then make our way to Interlaken , nestled at the foot 

of the three maim peaks Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau this lakeside town has a 

truly spectacular setting. After lunch we take the exhilarating ride to the 

mountain village of Grindelwald by narrow gauge railway. 

Day 5: We have a day to relax in this idyllic location, situated on a small plateau 

overlooking the Samen Valley. The village is very peaceful with some historic 

buildings, a couple of shops and a few other small hotels. If you wish to explore 

a little Samen is only a 5 mile bus ride away. 

Day 6: Our circular scenic tour takes us via Altdorf, rich in history and tradition 

and famed as the birthplace of William Tell and the ‘apple’ shot scenario. Here 

you will find a monument to him in the centre of the village. Our journey 

continues via Andermatt with its cobbled main street and well preserved town 

centre. We then make our way over the spectacular Sustenpass to the lovely 

resort of Meiringen, famous as the home of the meringue and as the place 

where Sherlock Holmes met his end. 

Day 7: Sady we bid farewell to 

Switzerland and make our way 

back to the overnight hotel in 

Germany. 

Day 8: After breakfast we continue 

our journey to Calais for an 

afternoon sailing to Dover, then 

onward to Norfolk where our door 

to door service will take you home. 


HotEL PaxmoNtaNa HHH Flueli-Ranft 

8 DAYS 

£769 

Located in the Idyllic village of Flueli – Ranft, close to Lake Lucern and 

the Brunig Pass. Built in 1896 in the grand old Victorian resort style, 

the Paxmontana is a four-story mansion topped by a mansard roof 

with gabled windows, perky turrets, a Swiss flag, green shutters, and 

wraparound balconies. All rooms have private facilites and telephone. 

Every room for Eastons clients has its own balcony and a breathtaking 

view over the surrounding area. The hotel has several lounges all with 

their own distinct décor, a beautiful outside terrace a vegetable and 

flower garden. Here tranquillity is rarely disturbed by anything other 

than the gentle clanging of cowbells from the local fields. The hotel 

has a lift. 





AWE 2082 £36 £110

Secrets of Hidden France 

Sunday 9 – Sunday 16 September 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup, we make our way to Dover for our short 

channel crossing to Calais. We then make our way to our overnight hotel. 

Day 2: We depart and continue our journey via the ‘ghost’ town of Oradour Sur 

Glane. The town has been left untouched since 1944 as a forever silent 

monument to when the Nazi’s executed over 600 inhabitants and set fire to the 

town. We will also visit the Visitors Centre, a very throught provoking visit! We 

then continue on to arrive at the Hotel Lion D’Or in the heart of the medieval 

town of Rocamadour for the next 5 nights with dinner, bed and breakfast. 

Day 3: At leisure in Rocamadour. 

Day 4: Full day tour of the 'Vallee de la Dordogne'. With your professional guide 

we admire the the Chateaux of Belcastel and La Treyne, and visit the Medieval 

town of Sarlat which has a fantastic well known market on Wednesday’s. Later 

we take a river cruise along the Dordogne to admire the pretty villages and 

chateaux clinging to the hill tops. 

Day 5: We depart with a professional guide for the prehistoric Grottes de Pech 

Merle a fascinating and varied voyage of discovery below ground. See dripping 

underground caverns covered with pictures of bison, horses and mammouths 

and even the footprints of a boy made more than 12,000 years ago. Then take a 

scenic coach drive through the spectacular scenery through tiny villages with 

ancient shuttered stone buildings, through vineyards with ripening grapes and 

through some of France’s most beautiful villages. We stop at St Circ la Popie on 

the way back to Rocamadour. 

Day 6: Today we visit Gouffre de Padirac the famous mysterious caves where 

you go down in a lift and then explore the underground river by boat. We then 

spend the afternoon at leisure in the magical town of Rocamadour. 

Day 7: We bid farewell to Rocamadour 

and make our way to our overnight hotel. 


hotel and make our way to Calais for the 

afternoon sailing back to Dover arriving in 

Norfolk late evening. 

HotEL LIoN D’oR HH Rocamadour 

8 DAYS 

£729 

Centrally located in the medieval town of Rocamadour. This hotel is 

full of old world character and charm, 38 en suite bedrooms with 

flat-screen satellite TVs, telephone and free Wi-Fi internet access. 

The Lion D'or's restaurant which overlooks the pedestrianised street 

on one side and the Alzou Canyon on the other serves gourmet 

cuisine, including regional specialties, accompanied by a fine 

selection of local wines. The hotel has a lift. 





AWE 2118 £36 £158 


CONTINENTAL TOURS


Photo © Flickr – sanderovski & linda 

Austrian All Inclusive 

Almabtrieb Cow Festival 

Thursday 20 – Thursday 27 September 

Itinerary 


Dover, and short sea crossing to France. We continue the journey to our 


Day 2: We continue our journey through Germany to arrive in Kirchberg in time 

for our evening meal. 

Day 3: Today we travel along the Inn Valley to the delightful village of Hopfgarten 

for one of the most impressive Almabtrieb festivals in the region. Hundreds of 

beautifully adorned cows walk through the village on their way down from the 

alpine pastures to their farms. Under bad weather conditions the programme 

may be modified. 

Day 4: After breakfast we head to Kitzbühel a lively, vibrant and delightful 13th 

century town. The attractive centre with its colourful gabled buildings, cobbled 

streets and stone arches is a joy to explore. We then head to the picturesque 

town of St Johann. 

Day 5: The scenic highlight of our tour today, as we take the spectacular 

Grossglockner road. This magnificently engineered highway runs from nearby 

Bruck to Heiligenblut and offers us views over mountain peaks and glaciers, a 

truly memorable journey. Climbing to a height of over 8,000 feet we reach the 

base of Austria’s highest mountain, the Grossglockner at 12,460ft. The 

awesome Pasterze glacier spreads out before us. 

Day 6: At leisure in Kirchberg. Relax beside the lake or maybe take a ride on the 

chairlift. There are numerous walks to enjoy, or why not catch the train to 

Kitzbuhel, St Johann or Rieberburnn. 

Day 7: Sady we bid farewell to Austria and 

make the return journey back to our 


Day 8: After breakfast we continue our 

journey to Calais for an afternoon sailing to 

Dover, then onward to Norfolk where our 

door to door service will take you home. 


HotEL zENtRaL HHHH Kirchberg 

8 DAYS 

£645 

This superb four-star hotel is situated in the centre of Kirchberg. 

All rooms are en suite with most having a view of the surrounding 

mountains, as well as TV, hairdryer, telephone, safe and lift access. 

Breakfast is buffet style and there is a choice of dinner from the 

second evening. There will also be one bbq evening in the garden 

(weather permitting) or gala dinner. The hotel also boasts a wellness 

area, which features a sauna and steam bath. 



• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Door to door service • Our all-inclusive 

package includes a packed lunch on days out and a light lunch in the 

hotel on your free day, coffee and cake on one afternoon, & daily unlimited 

bar from 12:00 til 20:30 (local wine, beer, & soft drinks) 


AWE 2125 £36 £79 

Photo courtesy of Franz Ager

Italian Lakes & Mountains 

Saturday 29 September – Saturday 6 October 2012 

Itinerary 


Dover and short sea crossing to France. We then continue our journey to our 


Day 2: We continue through Germany and into the mountains of Austria, 

crossing the Brenner Pass to reach Italy and our hotel during the evening for a 

welcome drink with our hosts. 

Day 3: A mid morning departure from our hotel for the short drive to Bolzano 

with plenty of free time to explore and obtain lunch. In the afternoon we visit the 

beautiful Tyrolean Lake in Caldaro and complete our day with a wine tasting in a 

fine Tyrolean cantina (included) 

Day 4: Today’s excursion takes us to Lake Garda and a visit to Riva, with time 

perhaps to take a boat trip on the lake. In the afternoon we travel to the lakeside 

town of Malcesine, which lies in the shadow of an imposing medieval castle. 

Day 5: A full day excursion through some dramatic Alpine landscapes with 

jagged snow-capped peaks and colourful meadows alive with wild flowers. We 

will visit Madonna di Campiglio, high in the Brenta Dolomites, and also the lake 

of Molveno. 

Day 6: A day at leisure take the opportunity to explore Fondo, or perhaps take a 

walk through the surrounding countryside. Take a stroll from the hotel through 

the gorge to the emerald green waters of Lake Smeraldo set against the 

backdrop of fir and larch tree woods and the glorious Brenta Dolomites. 

Day 7: An early departure from Italy as 

we commence our return drive across 

Austria to our overnight hotel. 



the tunnel crossing back to Dover 

arriving in Norfolk late evening. 

LaDy maRIa HotEL HHH Fondo 

8 DAYS 

£585 

The Hotel Lady Maria is a superb 3 star family run hotel that offers a 

very warm welcome and outstanding Hospitality set in an excellent 

location. The village of Fondo is an area of outstanding natural beauty 

at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites, near Merano. The hotel has a bar, 

cosy dining room, reading room, lounge and spa including an indoor 

swimming pool. All en suite bedrooms have TV and telephone there is 

a lift to all floors. 



• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Packed Lunch or light lunch 

• Free bar 1900 – 2200 House drinks only wine, soft drinks 

• Door to door service • Return ferry crossing 


AWE 2132 £36 £90 


CONTINENTAL TOURS


Floriade & 

The Carpet of Flowers 


Itinerary 




then make our way to Antwerp for our 

4 night stay. 


way to Venlo in Holland to vist Floriade 

2012, set in 66 hectares of beautiful 

parkland. Wander through the five 

themed zones and discover what 

SCaNDIC HotEL HHHH Antwerp 

influence horticulture has on the 

quality of our daily lives. See some of 

the world's most exquisite plants, and 

enjoy a wonderful programme of 

shows from around the world. 

Day 3: Today we head to Brussels to 

visit the Carpet of Flowers. Once every 

two years 800,000 fresh flowers are 

transformed into a magical tapestry in 

Brussels Grand Place. It`s a unique 

and truly amazing sight . 

Day 4: We make the short journey 

into the centre of Antwerp, a delightful 

cosmopolitan city renowned for its 

diamond industry. Fascinating 

architecture cobbled streets and 

excellent bars and restaurants. Whilst 

here we enjoy a guided coach tour to 

enhance your visit. 



the afternoon sailing back to Dover 


Situated on the outskirts of Antwerp this 4 star hotel is an ideal base 

for our tour. All en suite air conditioned rooms feature TV, mini bar, 

trouser bar and telephone. The leisure centre features an indoor pool, 

sauna and steam room. Lift acess. 






5 DAYS 

£475 

Go Nuts in Lux! 

Itinerary 




then make our way through Belgium 

into Luxembourg arriving at our hotel 

early evening. 

Day 2: Full day excursion to 

Luxembourg city. For centuries the city 

was one of the strongest fortresses in 

Europe and many of the relics have 

remained intact, a guided tour of the 

city is included. This is followed by 

free time to explore the sights, 

including the Castle Ruins, the grand 

Ducal Palace and the cathedral of 

Notre Dame. 

Day 3: Half-day excursion to the 

scenic area of Luxembourg known as 

‘Little Switzerland’. Dominated by 

craggy terrain, thick forests, and 

myriad small streams we stop off in 

the town of Echternach. The afternoon 

is free in Vianden, with its narrow 



paved lanes, gothic churches, the 

ramparts and fortified towers. Why not 

take a trip up the chair lift to the 

viewing point or maybe visit the 

magnificent castle which dominates 

the town. 

Day 4: Free day in Vianden to enjoy 

the Nut Festival and entertainment. 

Browse the market and maybe try 

some ‘Nëssdrëpp’ - a nut liqueur 

made from young green nuts as small 

as a finger tip. 



the afternoon sailing back to Dover, 


GRaND HotEL HHH Vianden, Luxembourg 

The hotel is centrally located in the small medieval town of Vianden, 

at the foot of the impressive Orange Castle. All 50 comfortable guest 

bedrooms are en suite and feature alarm clock and television. 

The hotel also has a bar, restaurant, lounge and terrace. The hotel 

has a lift. 





AWE 2140 £29 £50 

5 DAYS 

£375

Dutch 

Bulbfields Mini Cruise 

Friday 18 – Sunday 20 May 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: We depart Norfolk and travel 

to Harwich for the overnight Stena 

Line sailing to the Hook of Holland. We 

can board from 8.30pm allowing you 

time to relax, purchase a meal and 

enjoy a drink in the bar before sailing. 

You will be spoilt for choice when 

deciding where to eat onboard. 

Choose from the Metropolitan 

Restaurant or Taste Restaurant where 

you'll be sure to find something to suit 

all tastes. You can enjoy a drink in one 

of the two bars, or catch the latest 

Hollywood blockbuster in the onboard 

cinema. 

Day 2: We disembark the ship at 

approx 8.30am and travel to Lisse, to 

the Keukenhof Gardens where the day 

is free to explore until late afternoon. 

We then travel back to the port for our 

return overnight sailing to Harwich. 

Day 3: The ship docks in Harwich at 

6.30am, when we board the coach 

and complete the journey back to 

Norfolk, arriving home mid-morning. 

StENa HoLLaNDICa & StENa BRItaNNICa 

The Stena Hollandica and sister ship Stena Britannica are identical in 

every way and both ships feature, two bars, two restaurants, shop, 

bureau de change, Stena Plus lounge, internet room, meeting room, 

casino, news room & magazine lounge, cinema, Curious George 

childrens area, gaming area, Barista coffee bar, sundeck bar and free 

Wifi throught the ship. 


3 DAYS 

£189 

• Luxury executive coach travel • Return overnight crossings from 

Harwich to Hook with inside bunk bed en-suite cabin accommodation. 

(No meals are included). 


AWE 2186 £14 £50 

Floriade 

Mini Cruise 

Friday 29 June – Sunday 1 July 2012 

Friday 21 – Sunday 23 September 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: We depart Norfolk and travel 

to Harwich for the overnight Stena 

Line sailing to the Hook of Holland. We 

can board from 8.30pm allowing you 

time to relax, purchase a meal and 

enjoy a drink in the bar before sailing. 

You will be spoilt for choice when 

deciding where to eat onboard. 

Choose from the Metropolitan 

Restaurant or Taste Restaurant where 

you'll be sure to find something to suit 

all tastes. You can enjoy a drink in one 

of the two bars, or catch the latest 

Hollywood blockbuster in the onboard 

cinema 

Day 2: We disembark the ship at 

approx 8.30am and travel to Venlo. 

We enjoy a full day at Floriade 

entrance included. We then travel 

back to the port for our return 

overnight sailing to Harwich. 

Day 3: The ship docks in Harwich at 

6.30am, when we board the coach 

and complete the journey back to 

Norfolk, arriving home mid-morning. 

StENa HoLLaNDICa & StENa BRItaNNICa 

3 DAYS 

from 

£189 

The Stena Hollandica and sister ship Stena Britannica are identical in 

every way and both ships feature, two bars, two restaurants, shop, 

bureau de change, Stena Plus lounge, internet room, meeting room, 

casino, news room & magazine lounge, cinema, gaming area, Barista 

coffee bar, sundeck bar and free Wifi throught the ship. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Return overnight 

crossings from Harwich to Hook with inside bunk bed 

en suite cabin accommodation. (No meals are included). 

REF: DATE PRICE 

AWE 2187 Friday 29 June – Sunday 1 July 2012 3 days £189 

AWE 2188 Friday 21 – Sunday 23 September 2012 3 days £199 

Insurance £14 Single Supp £50 (Ltd Availability) 


Stena Hollandica © Flickr_RoyvanWijk 

CONTINENTAL TOURS

FESTIVE TOURS 

The Spirit 

of Christmas 

at Chatsworth 

Fri 16 – Sun 18 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to South Yorkshire, stopping off en route at 

Springfields 

Day 2: This morning we head to the delightful town 

of Bakewell. Here, you will have the opportunity to 

browse the shops to find that elusive present or you 

can even sample the original Bakewell Pudding in 

the original pudding shop. This afternoon we visit 

Chatsworth House, the magnificent home of the 

Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Each year the first 

two floors are richly decorated to evoke the special 

family Christmas atmosphere that pervades this 

grand mansion. The Duke and Duchess and their 

grandchildren each add to the festivities by 

personally decorating their own tree, a must see for 

the Christmas period. 

Day 3: After breakfast we head into the centre of 

Sheffield for free time. We then include a two course 

lunch before heading back to Norfolk. 

HELLaBy HaLL HHHH South Yorkshire 

The 4 star Hellaby Hall Hotel in South 

Yorkshire is a commanding 17th century 

building steeped in history and proudly 

combining period charm with every modern 

convenience, Facilities include leisure centre 

with heated swimming pool, spa and sauna. 

All the tastefully decorated bedrooms are en 

suite, and have satellite television, telephone, 

hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. 


3 DAYS 

£179 




AWE 2163 £14 £22 

London’s 

Medieval 

Banquet & Hyde 

Parks Winter 

Wonderland 

Sun 25 – Mon 26 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way into central London for free time before checking 

in to our hotel. This evening we step back in history 

and enter the atmospheric Olde Englande setting at 

the famous Medieval Banquet. Re-live Henry VIII’s 

era as you sit back and relax by flickering torchlight 

in the vaulted cellars of Ivory House in St Katherine’s 

Dock. The evening includes a four course dinner, 

unlimited beer and wine during dinner and an 

entertaining show lasting two hours, the evening if 

rounded off with music and dancing until late. 

Day 2: After a leisurely breakfast we check out of 

our hotel and head to Kensington where you have 

the option to visit the Natural History and Victoria 

and Albert Museums. For those wanting some retail 

therapy Harrods is also close by. Later we head to 

Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland to experience the 

magical atmosphere of London at Christmas. It 

features the capital’s largest outdoor ice rink, a 

traditional authentic German Christmas Market, 

observation wheel, carousel and cafes and bars 

selling mulled wine and pretzels! 

GUomaN toWER HHHH London 

The hotel is located on the north bank of the 

River Thames right beside Tower Bridge and 

the Tower of London. All en suite bedrooms 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, hospitality 

tray and lift access. In addition all rooms 

afford excellent views over the marina, the 

river, Tower Bridge or the Tower of London. 


2 DAYS 

£149 




AWE 2164 £11 £25 


Durham 

Christmas 

Festival & 

Beamish 

Fri 30 Nov – Sun 2 Dec 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: From your local joining point we head North 

to the the Blackwell Grange Hotel for our 2 night 

stay. 

Day 2: We travel into Durham City to explore all that 

the Christmas Festival has to offer, plus the 

magnificent castle and cathedral. The marquee on 

Palace Green features over 160 stalls and there is a 

Food Market in the Cathedral Cloisters, plus a range 

of entertainment. 

Day 3: We head to Beamish Open Air Museum 

where life in the North is vividly recreated in the 

early 1800s and 1900s. See the Town and Pit 

Village take on a festive feel with period decorations, 

and traditional entertainment, Father Christmas in 

his cosy fireside grotto and a real outdoor ice rink. 

Later we return back to Norfolk. 

BLaCkWELL GRaNGE HotEL HHH Darlington 

The 3 star rated Blackwell Grange Hotel is a 

beautiful 17th century mansion peacefully 

situated in nine acres of its own grounds and 

surrounded by a scenic 18-hole golf course. 

Building commenced in 1693 and was finally 

completed in 1717, the hotel was a private 

house until 1953.Hotel facilities include 

leisure club with heated indoor swimming 

pool, spa and saunas. All bedrooms are en 

suite and have television, radio, telephone, 

hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. 


3 DAYS 

£169 




AWE 2168 £14 £Nil 

(Ltd Availability)

Grassington 

Christmas Fayre 


Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£159 


way north, stopping en route at the Springfields 

Shopping outlet on the outskirts of Spalding. We 

then continue our journey arriving at our hotel later 

in the afternoon. 

Day 2: We travel to Grassington and its famous, 

annual Dickensian Festival. Listen to the handbell 

ringers and musicians whilst savouring the chestnuts, 

roasted on a nearby fire. Step aside as the stilt 

walkers go by and discover the nooks and crannies 

around the village. Escape from the pace of modern 

living and find a place of Christmas magic with stalls 

overflowing with festive gifts and townsfolk dressed 

in period costumes. In the afternoon we travel on to 

the historic market town of Skipton, where you will 

have time to explore. Later we travel back to the 

hotel in time for our evening meal. 


to Leeds for the Christkindelmarkt, one of the largest 

German Christmas Markets in the UK. With over 30 

wooden chalet stalls from authentic German traders 

providing a wide range of seasonal gift ideas for 

everyone. See handcrafted toys, festive decorations, 

speciality foods and traditional German delicacies 

such us Gluhwein, bratwurst, soups, stollen, 

gingerbread and candied fruit. We depart later in the 

afternoon to return to Norfolk. 

maRRIot HoLLINS HaLL HotEL 

& CoUNtRy CLUB HHHH Shipley 

All en suite bedrooms are well furnished and 

feature TV, hair dryer, tea/coffee making 

facilities, iron, ironing board, mini-bar and 

telephone. The hotel has a cosy restaurant, 

bar and lift access. Leisure facilities include 

an indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, 

spa and fitness room. 





AWE 2171 £14 £40 

Worcester 

& Birmingham 

Christmas 

Markets 


Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£139 


way to the Midlands for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: This morning we head to Worcester 

Christmas Market, where hundreds of stalls fill the 

atmospheric streets of Worcester’s historic streets 

with the colours, sounds and smells of Christmas. 

Explore the wonderful range of merchandise on 

offer, enjoy the fun of the fair with the Victorian 

carousel or maybe a wander around Worcester’s 

Magnificent Cathedral. 

Day 3: After breakfast we make the short journey 

into Birmingham to visit the authentic German 

Christmas Market. Here stallholders offer a range of 

tempting food and drink, as well as a selection of 

unusual and handmade gifts including Christmas 

decorations. Why not also take the opportunity to do 

a spot of Christmas shopping at the famous 

Birmingham Bull. Later we make our way back to 

Norfolk. 

mENzIES BaRoNS CoURt HotEL 

HHH Walsall 

Situated a short distance from Walsall town 

centre, the Menzies Court Hotel provides 

guests with a stylish and comfortable 

environment. All en suite bedrooms feature 

TV, and hospitality tray, and the hotel also 

boasts an indoor heated swimming pool. 

There is a lift to the first 2 floors only. 





AWE 2169 £14 £27 

Rhine & 

Mosel Christmas 

Markets 

Fri 30 Nov – Mon 3 Dec 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your local pickup, we make our 

way to Dover for our short channel crossing to 

Calais. We then make our way through Belgium into 

Germany arriving at our hotel early evening. 

Day 2: Today we journey to the 2000-year-old 

German city of Trier. Amid the medieval surroundings 

of the town square, festive wooden chalets form a 

romantic Christmas market, with the sounds of 

choirs and brass bands adding to the cheer. Shop 

for unique Christmas gifts and sample traditional 

delicacies such as Bratwurst, potato pancakes and 

gingerbread. 

Day 3: Today we visit the Christmas markets in 

Rüedesheim, with time plenty of time to explore the 

town. The ‘Christmas Market of the Nations’ adds an 

international flavour to the festive season in 

Rüedesheim. Set in the romantic old quarter with its 

popular Drosselgasse, it features 120 stalls with 

crafts, customs and traditions from twelve different 

countries. Europe’s biggest Nativity scene with lifesize 

figures can be admired on the market square. 

Day 4: After breakfast we depart the hotel and 

make our way to Calais for the afternoon sailing 

back to Dover arriving in Norfolk late evening. 

aNkER HotEL HH Brodenbach 

This hotel is superbly situated near the Mosel 

river and offers traditional hospitality and 

welcome. Facilities include restaurant, bar, 

300 year old wine cellar, dance hall, skittle 

alley, terrace, café and indoor swimming 

pool. All 180 comfortable guestrooms are en 

suite with TV and telephone. Lift. 


4 DAYS 

£239 




AWE 2170 £25 £40 


FESTIVE TOURS

FESTIVE TOURS 

Blist Hill’s 

Victorian 

Christmas 

Fri 7 – Sun 9 Dec 2012 

Itinerary 


way to the Shropshire for our 2 night stay. 

Day 2: Today we head to Ironbridge. With an array 

of performers in period dress Blists Hill Victorian 

Town will be festive with Christmas decorations, 

shops full of unusual and interesting gifts and the 

townsfolk busy preparing seasonal goodies and 

making traditional Victorian presents. You can singa-long 

with the carol singers; listen to a brass band 

and who knows, you might even get caught in a 

flurry of snow! 

Day 3: After breakfast we make the short journey 

into Birmingham to visit the authentic German 

Christmas Market. Here stallholders offer a range of 

tempting food and drink, as well as a selection of 

unusual and handmade gifts including Christmas 

decorations. Why not also take the opportunity to do 

a spot of Christmas shopping at the famous 

Birmingham Bull. Later we make our way back to 

Norfolk. 

BUCkatREE HaLL 

HHH The Wrekin, Telford 

The 3 star Buckatree Hall Hotel is a renowned 

comfortable country house, with its own 

mature gardens and private lake, offering a 

relaxing retreat where you can escape from 

the pressure of day to day life. Many of the 

rooms enjoy scenic views of the hotels own 

lake and gardens, providing a memorable 

setting in which to relax. All bedrooms are en 

suite and have television and tea & coffee 



3 DAYS 

£169 




AWE 2172 £14 £Nil 

(Ltd Availability) 

Belgium 

Christmas 

Markets 

Fri 7 – Sun 9 Dec 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Dover for our short sea crossing to Calais. 

On arrival we make our way to Cite Europe for a 

spot of shopping before we head to Brussels for our 

2 night stay. 

Day 2: This morning we make the short journey into 

the centre of Brussels to the Christmas market 

which plays host to no fewer than 220 wooden 

chalets around the Beurs, the St. Katelijneplein and 

Vismarkt. An array of Christmas goods will be on 

sale in the beautifully illuminated shopping area and 

a giant wheel will give fantastic views of the city and 

festive decorations. 

Day 3: After breakfast we head to Bruges with its 

cobbled streets and a maze of waterways, The small 

but cosy Christmas markets take place in the Simon 

Stevin Square and the Market Square, both exuding 

that magical Christmas atmosphere. You can stroll 

amongst the traditional, festive decorated stalls and 

tuck into all sorts of tasty goodies and Christmas 

specialities; it is a mulled wine and roasted 

chestnuts extravaganza. Later we make our way 

back to Norfolk 

IBIS BRUSSELS ExPo HH 

The Ibis Brussels Expo Atomium hotel has a 

central location, 8 km from the city centre. 

All comfortable bedrooms are en suite and 

feature TV, telephone, hairdryer and lift 

access. 


3 DAYS 

£283 

FOR 

THE 

PRICE 21 

OF 




AWE 2174 £20 N/A 


Festive 

Manchester 

& Leeds 

Christkindelmarkt 

Fri 7 – Sun 9 Dec 2012 

Itinerary 

3 DAYS 

£155 

Day 1: From Your local joining point we make our 

way to the Marriott Hotel for our 2 night stay 

Day 2: Today we visit Manchester’s Christmas 

Market that incorporates a traditional German 

Market, European Market and an Arts and Crafts 

Market. St. Ann's Square is turned into a glittering 

winter wonderland with brightly lit traditional wooden 

chalets packed full of unusual Christmas gifts, whilst 

Albert Square is transformed into a bustling festive 

European market place with gifts galore. 


to Leeds for the Christkindelmarkt, on of the largest 

German Christmas Markets in the UK. With over 30 

wooden chalet stalls from authentic German traders 

providing a wide range of seasonal gift ideas for 

everyone including handcrafted toys, festive 

decorations, speciality foods and traditional German 

delicacies. We depart later in the afternoon to return 

to Norfolk. 

maRRIott HotEL 

HHHH Hale Barns, Manchester 

Situated on the outskirts of Manchester the 

four star Marriott Hotel is ideally located to 

explore the surrounding area. All the en suite 

bedrooms have air conditioning, satellite 

television, telephone, internet access, iron 

and board, trouser press, hairdryer, safe and 

tea & coffee making facilities. The hotel also 

features a restaurant, bar, lounge area and 

leisure club with indoor swimming pool. Lift 

to all floors. 





AWE 2173 £14 £40

Torquay 

Turkey & Tinsel 

Mon 5 – Fri 9 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pickup we make our 

way to Torquay for our 4 night stay at the Headland 

Hotel. 

Day 2 – 4: During your stay: We have excursions 

to Dartmoor, the maritime city of Plymouth, and 

Trago Mills, one of the West Country’s unique 

shopping and leisure park. 


Norfolk with suitable stops en route, where our door 

to door service will be waiting to take you home. 

tHE HEaDLaND HotEL HHH Torquay 

This elegant hotel, originally built for the 

Russian Royal family, the Romanoffs, is 

situated in one of the most beautiful parts of 

Torquay, sitting majestically on the headland, 

overlooking the sea. All en suite bedrooms 

offer hospitality tray, TV, telephone, and lift 

access. The hotel also boasts an outdoor 

heated swimming pool, sauna, spacious 



5 DAYS 

£289 

• Luxury executive coach travel • Dinner, 

bed & breakfast • Door to door service 

• Excursions as specified 


AWE 2156 £21 £Nil 


Ludlow 


Sun 11 – Thur 15 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Ludlow for our 4 night stay at the Feathers 

Hotel. 

Day 2 – 4: During your stay: We include 

excursions to Herefordshire for the Black & White 

Village Trail, Shrewsbury & Llangollen for a canal 

cruise with mulled wine & mince pies. 




tHE fEatHERS HotEL HHH Ludlow 

The famous black and white timber façade of 

this exclusive 40 room hotel dates from 1619 

and its interior features do not disappoint – 

Huge stone fireplaces, dark wooden panelling 

and beams all add character to this lovely 

building. All en suite rooms have TV, 

hospitality tray, hairdryer and lift access. 


5 DAYS 

£315 



• Door to door service 


AWE 2158 £21 £Nil 


Morecambe 


Mon 12 – Fri 16 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Morecambe for our 4 night stay at the 

Headway Hotel. 


excursions to the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District. 




HEaDWay HotEL HHH Morecambe 

Situated on the sea-front of the east 

promenade, the headway hotel has superb 

views over the Morecambe Bay and the 

Lakeland Hills. All centrally heated en suite 

bedrooms feature TV, hairdryer, hospitality 

tray and lift access. 


5 DAYS 

£305 





AWE 2159 £21 £Nil 



FESTIVE TOURS

FESTIVE TOURS 

Bideford 

Mistletoe & Wine 

Tue 13 – Sat 17 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to North Devon with suitable stops en route, 

arriving late afternoon. 


excursions to the picturesque resort of Lynmouth, 

Lynton & the market town of Barnstable. We also 

include entry into the Dartington Crystal Visitors 

Centre. 


Norfolk with suitable stops en route where our door 


DURRaNt HoUSE HotEL HHH Bideford 

Overlooking the estuary, this hotel is superbly 

situated for exploring the magnificent 

coastline, sandy beaches and unspoilt 

villages. Dating back to the 1800’s this is the 

largest hotel in North Devon, with rooms fully 

equipped to high standards with TV, 

hairdryer, hospitality tray and lift access. The 

hotel also boasts excellent leisure facilities 

including an outdoor pool, sauna, solarium 

and mini gym. 


5 DAYS 

£259 





AWE 2001 £21 £Nil 


Warners 


Mon 19 – Fri 23 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Cricket St Thomas for our 4 night stay at the 

Warners Resort. 


excursions to the seaside resort of Sidmouth, 

Cathedral City of Exeter, Weymouth and Dorset. 




CRICkEt St. tHomaS SomERSEt 

All Ambassador bedrooms are en suite and 

feature TV, telephone, hospitality tray and lift 

access to most rooms. The hotel also boasts 

an extensive leisure centre offering an indoor 

heated swimming pool, sauna and steam 

room. There will be a full festive 

entertainment programme during your stay. 


5 DAYS 

£405 





AWE 2161 £21 £Nil 



Dunoon 


Mon 19 – Fri 23 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Dunoon for our 4 night stay at the Esplande 

Hotel. 


excursions to Loch Lomond, Inverary, Tighnabruaich 

and the Kyles of Bute. 




ESPLaNaDE HotEL HHH Dunoon 

Situated in Dunoon, on the West Bay 

Promenade, this family owned and run hotel 

offers a warm welcome, appetizing meals, 

friendly service and comfortable well 

appointed accommodation. All en suite 

bedrooms feature TV, telephone, hairdryer, 

hospitality tray & lift access. 


5 DAYS 

£299 





AWE 2160 £21 £Nil 

(Ltd Availability)

Itinerary 

5 DAYS 

£335 

Llandudno 

Holly & Mistletoe 

Sun 25 – Thur 29 Nov 2012 


way to Llandudno for our 4 night stay at the 

Tynedale Hotel. 

Day 2 – 4: During your stay: We have two full day 

excursions including the historic city of Chester, a 

drive through the spectacular Snowdonia National 

Park and visit to Llanfair PG on Anglesey. 




tyNEDaLE HotEL HH WTB Llandudno 

Enjoying a prominent position opposite the 

bandstand on the sweeping flat promenade, 

with no steps to the front of the hotel, its 

central position ensures easy access to all 

local amenities. All bedrooms are en suite 

with TV, hospitality tray, hairdryer and 

telephone. The bar and lounge have 

magnificent views across Llandudno Bay and 

entertainment is provided nightly. The hotel 

has a lift to most rooms. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Dinner, bed 

& breakfast • Excursions as specified 



£Nil 

AWE 2165 £21 (Ltd Availability) 

Bournemouth 


Mon 26 – Fri 30 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


way to Bournemouth for our 4 night stay at the 

Suncliff Hotel. 


excursions to the Weymouth, Lulworth Cove and a 

drive through the glorious New Forest. 

Day 5: After breakfast 

we make our way 

back to Norfolk with 

suitable stops en 

route, where our door 

to door service will be 

waiting to take you 

home. 

5 DAYS 

£279 

SUNCLIff HotEL HHH Bournemouth 

Conveniently located on the prestigious East 

Cliff, close to the zig zag path that leads 

down to the seven mile stretch of fine sandy 

beaches. The hotel offers a fine restaurant 

and pleasant bar and lounge areas 

overlooking the sea. All 95 bedrooms have 

ensuite facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer, 

and hot drinks refreshment tray. The hotel 

also boasts a leisure club, including indoor 

heating pool, gym and sauna. There is a lift to 

all floors. 






£Nil 


Two Counties 

Dressed for 

Christmas 

5 DAYS 

£275 

Mon 26 – Fri 30 Nov 2012 

Itinerary 


may north arriving at the Moorside Grange Hotel in 

time for hot chocolate and mince pies 

Day 2: After breakfast we spend the day in the city 

of Manchester. We enjoy a panoramic coach tour of 

this cosmopolitan city. The rest of the day is free to 

explore the now famous Christmas Market, which 

incorporates a traditional German Market, European 

Market and an Arts and Crafts Market. 

Day 3: After breakfast we join our coach for a drive 

to Bakewell where we have time to look around. 

Later we make an afternoon included visit to 

Chatsworth House, 'The Palace of the Peaks'. At this 

magical time, the wonderful home to the Duke of 

Devonshire is enhanced with candles, Christmas 

trees and beautiful foliage. 

Day 4: Today we enjoy a panoramic tour of the Peak 

District. We include visits to Castleton, Masson Mills 

Shopping outlet and the town of Buxton. 




BESt WEStERN 

mooRSIDE GRaNGE HotELHHH Disley 

The 3 Star rated Best Western Moorside Grange 

Hotel offers spectacular views over the moors 

above Higher Disley, to the northwest of the 

Peak District. Hotel facilities include leisure 

centre with indoor swimming pool, sauna 

and gym. All bedrooms are en suite and have 

television, telephone, hairdryer, tea & coffee 







£Nil 



FESTIVE TOURS

FESTIVE TOURS 

Christmas 

in St Agnes 

Sunday 23 – Thursday 27 December 2012 

Itinerary 


we make our way to our hotel for our 

4 night festive break. Afternoon tea is 

served on arrival. We begin our 

celebrations with a Welcome Drinks 

Reception before dinner. 

Day 2: Christmas Eve – After 

breakfast we head into Truro with its 

magnificent Cathedral, and a chance 

to get those last minute gifts. This 

evening we are joined by the St Agnes 

Silver Band, who will be playing carols 

during dinner. 

Day 3: Christmas Day – We wish 

you a Happy Christmas today. Our day 

begins with a hearty breakfast, then 

join us in the bar late morning to meet 

Santa who has a gift for everyone. We 

enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch 

then don’t miss the Queen’s Speech 

(or maybe take a traditional Christmas 

snooze) this afternoon. This evenings 

buffet is followed by “ fancy Hat” 

Competition don’t forget yours, this is 

followed by entertainment. 

Day 4: Boxing Day – Join the coach 

morning for a coastal mystery drive, 

we return to the hotel in time for a 

cream tea. This evening we have a 

farewell candlelit dinner which is 

followed be entertainment. 

Day 5: After breakfast we bid farewell 

to the Rosemundy Hotel and make our 

way home arriving back in Norfolk late 

afternoon where our door to door 


home. 

tHE RoSEmUNDy HoUSE HotEL HHH St Agnes 

5 DAYS 

£579 




facilities. There is no lift. 




• Festive programme subject to change 



Christmas in 

The Ribble Valley 

Itinerary 


we make our way to our hotel for our 

4 night festive break. Afternoon tea is 

served on arrival. We begin our 

celebrations with a Welcome Drinks 

Reception before dinner. 

Day 2: Christmas Eve – After 

breakfast we enjoy a day excursion 

into the Ribble Valley and the Forest of 

Bowland. After tonight’s dinner, the 

evening is rounded off with mulled 

wine and mince pies, and we are also 

joined by Carol singers. 


you a Happy Christmas today. Our day 

begins with a hearty breakfast. After a 

relaxing morning join us for a 

champagne reception before our 

traditional Christmas lunch, which 

includes a half bottle of wine each. 

Don’t miss the Queen’s Speech (or 

maybe take a traditional Christmas 

snooze) this afternoon. This evening 

dinner is followed by live 




Day 4: Boxing Day – After a leisurely 

brunch we join our coach for a day 

out to explore the local area, this 

includes a trip to the pantomime at a 

local theatre - ‘Oh yes it does!!’. This 

evening, after dinner, we enjoy the 

sounds of the hotel’s resident band. 

Day 5: After breakfast we bid farewell 

to the Red Rose County and make our 

way home through Derbyshire, 

stopping off in Bakewell for lunch. We 

arrive back in Norfolk late afternoon, 



maRRIott HotEL HHHH Broughton, Lancashire 

5 DAYS 

£499 





Facilities include an indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna and 

gymnasium. There is a lift to all floors. 






AWE 2176 £21 £Nil (Ltd Availability)

Christmas on 

The Ayrshire Coast 


Itinerary 



which we make our way to Irvine 

arriving late afternoon for our 4 night 

festive stay. This evening you are 

invited to gather around the Christmas 

Tree for a “welcome drinks party” this 

is followed by dinner and 


Day 2: Christmas Eve – After a 

leisurely breakfast join our coach for a 

excursion to the City of Glasgow with 

time to buy those last minute gifts. We 

return to the hotel for a light buffet 

luncheon. Dinner this evening is 

followed by entertainment. 


you a merry Christmas! Enjoy a 

relaxing morning opening your 

presents. Enjoy a traditional Christmas 

lunch with a complimentary glass of 

wine. This afternoon you are invited to 

listen to the Queen’s speech and 

enjoy afternoon tea and Christmas 

cake. Tonight is a buffet dinner which 

is followed by a fun quiz night. 

Day 4: Boxing Day – This morning 

join your driver for a morning drive 

along the Ayrshire coast we return to 

the hotel in time for a buffet lunch. 

Tonight’s farewell dinner is followed by 






mENzIES IRvINE HotEL HHHH Irvine 

5 DAYS 

£505 

Located on the outskirts of Irvine, this comfortable hotel is an ideal 

base to explore the beautiful countryside. Facilities include a relaxing 

cocktail bar, spacious lounge and restaurant. All en suite bedrooms 

are equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There 

is no lift (ground floor rooms may be requested but are subject to 








Christmas 

in Harrogate 


Itinerary 

Day 1: After collection from your 

home we make our way to Harrogate 

for our 4 night festive stay. Join your 

fellow guests for a sherry reception 

prior to dinner. 

Day 2: Christmas Eve – After a 

hearty breakfast join the coach for a 

excursion to historic York we return in 

time for afternoon tea and a quiz. This 

evening meet the hotel management 

team and enjoy a Champagne 

reception, followed by dinner with 

local carol singers. For those wishing 

to attend midnight services, hot 

chocolate & mince pies will await your 

return. 




presents or why not take a leisurely 

stroll around Harrogate to work up an 

appetite for your traditional Christmas 

Lunch. This afternoon settle down in 

front of the TV, watch the Queen’s 

speech and enjoy tea and Christmas 

cake. This evening’s Yuletide buffet 

dinner will be followed by live 

entertainment and dancing. 

Day 4: Boxing Day – No need to 

rush this morning Brunch is served 

until 1130, join your driver for a 

mystery drive around the local area 

arriving back in time for afternoon tea 

and a Boxing Day quiz. This evening 

starts with a drinks reception followed 

by dinner and entertainment. 

Day 5: We bid farewell to our hosts, 

probably a few pounds heavier! - and 

make our way back to Norfolk where 



BaRCELo maJEStIC HotEL HHHH Harrogate 

5 DAYS 

£559 

The 4 star charming and elegant Majestic Hotel is located in the 

centre of Harrogate, just a few of minutes walk from the main 

shopping area. All 167 en suite rooms are traditional in design and in 

keeping with the majestic Victorian style of the hotel. Facilities include 

hairdryer, satellite television and complimentary refreshment tray. 

The Bodysense Health & Leisure Club has great facilities including 

indoor pool. There is also a lift. 




• Festive Programme subject to change 




FESTIVE TOURS

FESTIVE TOURS 

Christmas on 

The English Riviera 


Itinerary 


we make our way to Torquay for our 4 

night festive stay at the Imperial Hotel. 

Day 2: Christmas Eve – This 

morning we enjoy a leisurely drive 

through Paignton to the harbour 

village of Brixham. This afternoon we 

enjoy a Devonshire cream tea in the 

hotel. The evening starts with a bucks 

fizz drinks reception followed by a 

three course dinner and live 





presents or why not take a leisurely 

stroll down to the harbour, and work 

up an appetite for your traditional 

Christmas lunch. This afternoon enjoy 

a piece of Christmas cake and 

afternoon tea. This evenings Yuletide 

buffet will be followed by 


ImPERIaL HotEL HHHH Torquay 

5 DAYS 

£605 

Day 4: Boxing Day – Continental 

breakfast is served this morning for 

the early risers, or brunch is served 

until 1pm. Why not join our scenic 

coach tour this morning. This evenings 

gala dinner is followed by live 

entertainment and dancing. 





home. 

Style and sophistication await you at Torquay's Imperial Hotel. Poised 

elegantly on the cliff edge over looking the bay. The excellent facilities 

include Regatta Restaurant (dress code - smart/casual), Brasserie and 

Conservatory and Bodysense Health Club with indoor and outdoor 

swimming pools All 151 luscious bedrooms are en suite with TV, 

Internet access, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, and 

lift access. 



• Dinner, bed & breakfast • Festive programme subject to change 




Christmas 

in Valkenburg 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home pick up 

we make our way to Dover to catch 

the mid morning ferry to Calais. We 

continue our journey through France 

and Belgium, to the Netherlands and 

our hotel. 

Day 2: Today we have a half day 

excursion into Germany and the 

historic old town of Aachen. 

Day 3: Christmas Eve – Today we 

travel into Germany to visit the 

beautiful City of Cologne, on the 

banks of the River Rhine. Here we 

have some time for sightseeing and to 

buy those last minute Christmas gifts. 

Day 4: Christmas Day – Merry 

Christmas to one and all! Today we 

have a free day to relax, open your 

presents or maybe take a stroll 

around Valkenburg. Be sure to return 


Saturday 22 – Tuesday 27 December 2012 

to the hotel for a traditional turkey 

lunch. This evening we enjoy a 

delicious five-course dinner followed 

by entertainment. 

Day 5: Boxing Day – This morning 

we travel to nearby Maastricht - the 

Christmas market is still open and you 

can hunt out a special souvenir or gift 

from the many stalls. Perhaps take a 

ride on the big wheel or the historic 

Venetian Grand Carousel. We return to 

Valkenburg via the ‘3 Countries Point’, 

where Holland, Belgium and Germany 

all come together. This evening we 

enjoy a four-course dinner. 

Day 6: Today we retrace our steps 

through Belgium to France and Calais 

for the return ferry crossing to Dover. 

We then continue our journey back to 



home. 

BESt WEStERN WaLRam HotEL HHH Valkenburg 

6 DAYS 

£539 

The comfortable Best Western Walram Hotel is situated adjacent to a 

quiet cobbled square and the banks of the River Geul. It is just a few 

minutes walk from the town centre, with splendid views over the 

famous castle ruins of Valkenburg. Facilities at the hotel include a 

restaurant, bar, lounge, sauna and indoor swimming pool. All wellappointed 

bedrooms are en suite and have TV, radio, alarm clock and 

telephone. 


• Luxury executive coach travel • Festive Christmas programme 

subject to change • Excursions as specified • Dinner, bed & breakfast 



AWE 2189 £31 £60

British Isles 

Discovery Cruise – Marco Polo 

Sunday 2 – Tuesday 11 September 2012 

Experience the beauty and heritage of our islands by visiting some of the 

more interesting, but remoter, parts of the British Isles together with 

contrasting calls in Dublin and Honfleur. Walk among peaceful hills, view 

ancient monuments and wander through historic streets. At each port of call 

you can be as busy or relaxed as you wish, with a full programme of optional 

excursions. History, heritage and beauty - plus wonderful memories to bring 

home. 

Itinerary 

Day 1: Following your home collection we make our way to Tilbury where our 

ship sails from at 1800. 

Day 2: Full day at sea meeting fellow passengers and enjoying the on board 

facilities. We sail the North Sea along the East Coast of England and Scotland. 

Day 3: We arrive this morning at the Gateway to the Scottish Highlands, 

Invergordon you will have the opportunity to visit historic castles, Culloden 

Battlefield or Loch Ness. We set sail this evening at 1800 passing Cape Wrath. 

Day 4: We arrive this morning at Stornaway on Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, 

home of prehistoric standing stones, bountiful wildlife and a proud Gaelic 

culture. We leave here at 2000 and cruise The Minch, passing the Isle of Skye 

and through the Sea of the Hebrides. 

Day 5: Today we arrive on the rugged Isle of Mull at the main town of Tobermory 

a picturesque town with a Georgian ambience. Stay in Tobermory or take the 

opportunity to visit the tiny traffic free Isle of Iona, or even a trip on the Mull 

railway. We set sail at 1700 heading for Ireland. 

Day 6: Today we arrive at the the bustling Capital of the Irish Republic – Dublin. 

Where we enjoy the full day taking in the “Craic” and maybe enjoying a good old 

pint of “The Black Stuff”. We set sail at 1745. 

Day 7: This morning we find ourselves at the unique sub – tropical Scilly Isles 

which offer a different quality of life to us here on the mainland. We set anchor off 

St Mary’s and enjoy a full day at leisure taking in the Scilly Isles. We set sail at 2000. 

Day 8: This morning we arrive at the Channel Islands and we anchor and we 

anchor at St Peter Port the picturesque and much loved main town on Guernsey 

wonderful beaches, delightful scenery and tax free shopping await you. We set 

sail at 1800. 

10 DAYS 

from 

£887 

Day 9: We head to the West Coast of France and arrive in Honfleur a delightful 

town with its old harbour and marina. Take the opportunity of seeing Monets 

Garden at Giverny, the Normandy Beaches and the extraordinary Bayeux 

Tapestry before we set sail for home. 

Day 10: We dock this morning at 0800 we return to Norfolk where our door to 

door service will be waiting to take you home. 

Eastons act as retail agent for South Quay Travel & Leisure ABTA protected 

V9945. 

maRCo PoLo 

Accommodating up to 850 guests Marco Polo has a traditional profile 

with beautiful teak decks and distinctive dark blue hull, she is a fully 

stabilised and air-conditioned ocean liner. There are 15 different 

grades of cabin, 70% of which have ocean views, spanning her 8 

passenger decks, which are serviced by 3 main lobbies and 4 lifts. Her 

range of facilities include the impressive Waldorf Restaurant with a 

traditional two sitting dining option, or the more informal Marco's 

restaurant. There are five principal lounge areas each offering 

something a little different, a well stocked library, card room, internet 

cafe, shopping arcade, Wellness Centre offering hairdressing and 

beauty treatments, outdoor swimming pool, three whirlpools and a 

traditional walk around promenade. Cabins all offer lower beds, 

bathroom with shower and WC, wardrobes and drawer space, mirrored 

dressing table, TV, hairdryer, direct dial telephone, music console and 

safe as standard. 


• Return travel to Tilbury Docks • 9 Nights Full Board Cruise 



CR10 £38 POA 

Standard Inside Twin Cabin: £887 

Standard Twin Ocean View: £1183 

Superior Twin Ocean View: £1391 

Premium Twin Ocean View: £1607 

Other cabin types available on request 

– please call our office for further details 


CRUISE

FLIGHT 

Guernsey by Air 

direct from Norwich Airport 

Saturday 16 – Saturday 23 June 2012 

A short journey from home, but a million miles from the hectic pace of 21st 

century life! Nestling off the Normandy coast, Guernsey is the second largest 

of the Channel Islands, and although only a short hop from its bigger 

neighbour, is most definitely its own island. 

Full of natural beauty, it provides a relaxing environment for a peaceful 

getaway. Winding lanes reveal rolling pastures, tree filled valleys dotted with 

traditional Guernsey farmhouses constructed from local granite and lead to 

dramatic cliff views and glorious sandy beaches – there is a surprise around 

every corner. 

tHE PaNDoRa HotEL HH 

The Pandora Hotel is situated in the quaint historic area of Hauteville 

in St Peter Port. Quietly positioned in an elevated position in the town, 

and the harbour and shops are only a ten minute walk away. All en 

suite bedrooms feature TV, telephone, hairdryer and hospitality tray. 

There is no lift. 

GREENaCRES HotEL HHH 

Greenacres Hotel is situated amidst quiet lanes in the rural parish of 

St. Martin, yet only one mile from the centre of the Guernsey capital 

St. Peter Port. All bedrooms are en suite and feature TV, radio, direct 

dial telephone, tea/coffee making facilities & hairdryer. The hotel also 

boasts an Outdoor swimming pool with south facing sun terrace, plus 

an elegant and spacious lounge that opens onto the mature gardens. 

There is no lift. 

PENINSULa HotEL HHH 

Peninsula Hotel when staying in Guernsey, why not stay “on the 

beach” set in 5 acres overlooking Grand Havre Bay, just 2 miles from 

St Peter Port. The hotel offers excellent cuisine, superb facilites, 

outdoor putting green and croquet and heated outdoor pool. All en 

suite bedrooms feature TV, telephone & tea/coffee making facilites. 

The hotel has a lift. 

For those who like to explore, Guernsey has an abundance of interesting 

places to visit including; St Peter Port, one of the worlds most beautiful 

harbours; Saumarez Manor, one of the best preserved 18th century buildings 

in the Channel Islands; The little Chapel, the smallest church in the world, as 

well as the many stretches of sweeping beaches along the beautiful 

coastline. 

Itinerary 


8 DAYS 

from 

£636 

Day 1: You are picked up from your door and taken to Norwich Airport for the 

short flight to Guernsey where you be met by our local representative on arrival 

and transferred to your chosen hotel. 

Day 2 – 7: Free time in Guernsey to explore the island. We do include half day 

familiarisation excursion as well as a trip to Herm Island. A range of trips are 

available at a reasonable cost, please ask our resort representative about these. 

Day 8: You will be transferred to the airport on Guernsey for you flight home. 

On your arrival back on the mainland you will be met by our representative, and 

taken back home by our door to door service. 

Eastons act as retail agents for Destinations Specialists ATOL Protected 

9503.’ 


• Door to door service to Norwich Airport • Return flights to Guernsey 

• All airport transfers • One piece of checked luggage per person 

• Dinner, bed and Breakfast • Half day familiarisation excursion 

• Excursion to Herm Island • Services of resident representative 

• Norwich Airport departure tax 

PaNDoRa HotEL £636 

AWE FL43 Insurance details on request Single Supp POA 

GREENaCRES HotEL £695 

AWE FL44 Insurance details on request Single Supp POA 

PENINSULa HotEL £746 

AWE FL45 Insurance details on request Single Supp POA

Jersey by Air 

direct from Norwich Airport 

Saturday 15 September – Saturday 22 September 2012 

Positioned in the flow of the Gulf Stream, the island enjoys a generally 

delightful mild climate with better than average sunshine. The miles of varied 

and beautiful coastline have some of the finest beaches to be found in 

Europe with broad sweeps of golden sand, rocky coves and hidden bays all 

surrounded by a clear clean sea. 

For those who like to explore, Jersey has an abundance of interesting places 

to visit including St. Helier, the historic capital of the island where you will 

find excellent shopping in the narrow traffic-free streets and remember there 

is no VAT to worry about. Attractions on the island not to be missed include 

the splendid Mount Orgueil Castle, the War Tunnels, Hamptone Country Life 

Museum, the Living Legend and the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust at 

Jersey Zoo. 

Itinerary 

Day 1: You are picked up from your door and taken to Norwich Airport for the 

short flight to Jersey where you be met by our local representative on arrival and 

transferred to your chosen hotel. 

Day 2 – 7: Free time in Jersey to explore the island, packed with natural beauty, 

at your leisure. As Jersey is such a small island we do not include a full 

tHE GoLDEN SaNDS HotEL HHHH 

The Golden Sands Hotel is a relaxing hotel that offers excellent views 

of one of the finest beaches in Jersey from almost every hotel room. 

Situated right on the beach in the centre of the magical St Brelade’s 

Bay, with a historic 6th Century fisherman’s chapel nestled at the 

western end, tiny jetty and fishing boats, a boardwalk dotted with al 

fresco cafés, restaurants and bars and lovingly tended gardens. The 

hotel has a lounge, bar and restaurant, all of which look out over the 

bay. The contemporary bedrooms are all en suite with satellite TV, 

telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is lift 

access to upper floors. 

tHE moNtEREy HotEL HHH 

The Monterey Hotel is a friendly and comfortable hotel situated in a 

quiet residential area of St Helier It is within easy reach on the town 

centre and is directly on the island’s bus route network. The hotel 

features a luxury indoor pool complex, including steam room, spa 

bath, and mini gym. The bar, that serves light lunches and is open all 

day, has a patio overlooking the outdoor pool. The restaurant offers a 

range of cuisine for your enjoyment including a full English buffet 

breakfast and a freshly prepared menu each evening. The wellappointed 

bedrooms are all en suite and feature satellite TV, telephone, 

hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is lift access to all 

rooms. 

excursion programme. We do include one island excursion and a range of trips 

are available at a reasonable cost, please ask our resort representative about 

these. 

Day 8: You will be transferred to the airport on 

Jersey for you flight home. On your arrival back 

on the mainland you will be met by our 

representative, and taken back home by our 


Eastons act as retail agents for Destinations 

Specialists ATOL Protected 9503.’ 

tHE NoRfoLk LoDGE HotEL HHH 

Situated in one of St. Helier's best residential areas, the hotel is only a 

short stroll from the town shops and beaches. The Norfolk Lodge 

offers a well-appointed dining room, café bar, and inviting lounge bar, 

with an evening entertainment programme that includes cabaret and 

dancing on some nights. The hotel’s facilities also include a superb 

indoor swimming pool complex with an inviting sun terrace. All 

bedrooms are en suite with TV, telephone and tea/coffee making 

facilities. There is a lift to most bedrooms. 

SamaRES CoaSt HotEL HHH 

8 DAYS 

from 

£670 

Samares Coast Hotel is situated in a prime seafront location and 

boasting fantastic award – winning gardens, it provides a most restful 

location for your holiday with superb views over St Clement’s Bay. All 

en suite rooms feature TV telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. 

The Hotel has an indoor & outdoor pool and fitness room. The hotel has 

a lift. 


• Door to door service to Norwich Airport • Return flights to Jersey 

• All airport transfers • One piece of checked luggage per person 

• Dinner, bed and Breakfast • Full day island excursion • Services of 

resident representative • Norwich Airport departure tax 

tHE GoLDEN SaNDS HotEL £765 

AWE FL46 Insurance POA Single Supp POA 

Sea view and balcony supplement POA 

moNtEREy HotEL £685 


NoRfoLk LoDGE HotEL £675 

AWE FL48 Insurance POA Single Supp Nil 

SamaRES CoaSt HotEL £670 



FLIGHT

Date Destination Tour Days Page 

No. No. 

27 – 29 

January 

Reunion Mystery Weekend AWE1993 3 4 

February 

6 – 10 Bournemouth AWE1994 5 12 

10 – 11 London Musical Double Bill AWE1995 2 5 

10 – 13 Paris AWE1996 4 72 

13 – 17 Cornish Winter Warmer AWE1997 5 12 

20 - 24 Delightful Somerset AWE1998 5 13 

20 – 24 English Riviera Winter Warmer AWE1999 5 13 

24 – 26 Rhubarb Festival AWE2000 3 5 

March 

5 – 9 Rolling Back the Years AWE2002 5 14 

6 – 10 St Agnes & The Cornish Coast AWE2003 5 14 

12 – 16 Delights of Devon AWE2004 5 15 

12 – 16 Springtime in The Lakes AWE2005 5 15 

16 – 18 Mothers Day Mystery Weekend AWE2006 3 4 

18 – 22 Ludlow & The Shropshire Hills AWE2007 5 16 

19 – 23 Scarborough AWE2009 5 16 

19 - 23 Isle of Wight Cruise Themed Break AWE2008 5 17 

23 – 25 Yorkshire Weekend AWE2010 3 5 

25 – 26 The Magic Circle & House of 

10,000 Secrets AWE2011 2 6 

25 – 29 Scottish All Inclusive AWE2012 5 17 

26 – 30 Warners Littlecote House AWE2013 5 19 

26 – 30 Delightful North Devon AWE2014 5 18 

29 – 2 Apr Plymouth & Springtime at Eden AWE2015 5 18 

30 - 1 Apr Mystery Weekend AWE2184 3 4 

April 

1 – 5 Rhine & Mosel AWE2016 5 73 

2 – 6 Beamish and The Dales AWE2017 5 20 

6 – 8 Mystery Weekend AWE2018 3 4 

6 – 9 Easter in The Peaks AWE2019 4 20 

8 – 12 Eastbourne AWE2020 5 21 

9 – 13 Bournemouth Spring Break AWE2021 5 21 

12– 16 Sidmouth AWE2022 5 22 

13 –15 Harrogate Flower Show AWE2023 3 6 

15 – 19 Delightful Corner of Wales AWE2024 5 22 

16 – 20 Cotswolds & The Spring 

Blossom Trail AWE2025 5 23 

18 – 22 Llandudno Spring Break AWE2026 5 23 

20 – 22 The Amazing World of 

Fred Dibnah Weekend AWE2027 3 6 

22 – 23 Sunday Night at The Waldorf AWE2028 2 7 

23 – 27 Torquay AWE2029 5 24 

23 – 27 Weymouth & The Dorset Coast AWE2030 5 24 

26 – 30 Historic Yorkshire AWE2031 5 25 

27 – 4 May Austria All Inclusive AWE2032 8 74 

29 – 3 May Beautiful Bath AWE2033 5 25 

29 – 5 May River Severn Cruise AWE2034 7 26 

30 – 4 May Morecambe Bay AWE2035 5 27 

May 

3 – 7 Steaming Through Yorkshire AWE2036 5 27 

5 – 6 Cadbury World & Stratford AWE2037 2 7 

6 – 12 River Severn Cruise AWE2038 7 26 

7 – 11 Gems of Olde England AWE2039 5 28 

7 – 11 Wiltshire Wanderer AWE2040 5 28 

10 – 14 Olympic London Explorer AWE2041 5 29 

11 – 14 Wrest Park & The Woburn Experience AWE2042 4 29 

11– 13 Mystery Weekend AWE2043 3 4 

12 – 19 The Beautiful Black Forest AWE2044 8 75 

13 – 18 Isle of Wight - Sandown AWE2045 6 30 

14 - 18 Historic Kent AWE2046 5 30 

17 – 21 Cardiff & The Gower AWE2047 5 31 

17 – 21 Northumbrian Highlights AWE2048 5 31 

18 – 20 Liverpool & Chester Weekend AWE2049 3 7 

18 – 20 Dutch Bulbfields Mini Cruise AWE2186 3 83 

21 – 25 Magical Malvern AWE2050 5 32 

21 – 25 Floriade & Valkenburg AWE2051 5 73 

24 – 25 Chelsea Flower Show AWE2052 2 8 

24 – 28 Lancashire Hotpot AWE2053 5 32 

24 – 28 Glorious Devon AWE2054 5 33 

27 – 1 June St Agnes & The Cornish Gardens AWE2055 6 33 

28 – 1 June Ayrshire Coast & The Isle of Arran AWE2056 5 34 

28 – 3 June Dingle Bay & The Kingdom of Kerry AWE2181 7 34 

2012 Holiday Planner 


No. No. 

June 

3 – 7 Medieval York AWE2057 5 35 

3 – 5 The Queens Diamond 

Jubilee Celebrations AWE2058 3 8 

4 – 8 Isle of Wight – Shanklin AWE2060 5 35 

4 – 11 Isles of Scilly AWE2059 8 36 

4 – 14 Norway AWE2061 11 76 

8 – 10 Beamish & Catherine 

Cookson Weekend AWE2062 3 8 

11 – 15 Warners Bodelwyddan Castle AWE2063 5 19 

11 – 15 Ironbridge & The Severn Valley AWE2065 5 37 

11 – 15 Peak District Adventure AWE2064 5 37 

14 – 18 Winchester & Jane Austen Country AWE2066 5 38 

15 – 21 Isle of Man AWE2067 7 38 

16 – 23 Guernsey by Air FL43-45 8 94 

17 – 26 Northern Spain AWE2068 10 77 

18 – 25 Torquay AWE2070 8 39 

18 – 22 Poole & Exbury Gardens AWE2069 5 39 

22 – 24 Peaks and Puddings Weekend AWE2091 3 9 

23 - 28 Falmouth & The Cornish Riviera AWE2071 6 40 

24 – 29 Kingdom of Northumbria AWE2072 6 40 

24 – 29 Lake District High Adventure AWE2073 6 41 

28 – 2 July Ribble Vally & 

The Concorde Experience AWE2074 5 41 

28 – 2 July Eastbourne & The Sunshine Coast AWE2075 5 42 

29 – 1 July Floriade Mini Cruise AWE2187 3 83 

30 – 7 July Llandudno AWE2076 8 42 

2 – 6 

July 

Beyond The Brecon Beacons AWE2078 5 43 

2 – 6 Ludlow & The Shropshire Hills AWE2077 5 43 

4 - 10 The Antrim Coast & Giants Causeway AWE2079 7 44 

5 – 9 Cheshire Highlights AWE2080 5 44 


8 – 15 Switzerland AWE2082 8 78 

9 – 13 Delightful Durham Dales AWE2083 5 45 

9 – 13 Kent’s Garden Coast AWE2084 5 45 

13 – 15 Weekend at The Adelphi AWE2085 3 9 

13 – 19 St Agnes & The Eden Project AWE2086 7 46 

15 – 22 Bournemouth AWE2087 8 46 

17 – 18 London Musical Double Bill AWE2182 2 9 

19 – 25 St Agnes & The Eden Project AWE2088 7 46 

19 – 23 Footsteps of Churchill AWE2089 5 47 

20 – 22 Tatton Park Flower Show AWE2090 3 10 

22 – 27 Scarborough & The Yorkshire Moors AWE2092 6 47 

27 – 3 Aug Torquay AWE2093 8 48 

29 – 4 Aug Dunoon & The West Highlands AWE2094 7 48 

29 – 2 Aug Southport 

August 

AWE2095 5 49 

2 – 6 Edinburgh Tattoo AWE2096 5 49 

6 – 9 Violins & Variations AWE2097 5 50 

12 – 18 River Severn Cruise AWE2180 7 26 

13 – 17 Harrogate AWE2099 5 50 

13 – 17 Northern Landscapes AWE2098 5 51 

13 – 17 Wales on Rails AWE2100 5 51 

16 – 20 Longleat & The West 

Country Wonders AWE2101 5 52 

16 – 20 Floriade & The Carpet of Flowers AWE2102 5 82 

16 – 20 Plymouth & The Eden Project AWE2103 5 52 

19 – 25 Worthing & The Sussex Coast AWE2104 7 53 

20 – 24 Waterways of Scotland AWE2105 5 53 

20 – 24 St Annes & The Fylde Coast AWE2106 5 54 

23 – 27 Wye Valley & Cardiff Castle AWE2107 5 54 


26 – 30 Hampshire & Downton Abbey AWE2108 5 55 

27 – 31 Wonderful Warwickshire AWE2109 5 55 

27 – 31 Hidden Corners of Yorkshire AWE2110 5 56 

31 -2 Sep Manchester Ship Canal AWE2111 3 10 

31 – 2 Sep Dorset Steam Fair 

September 

AWE2112 3 10 

1 – 7 Isle of Wight - Shanklin AWE2113 7 56 

1 – 7 Fabulous Fermanagh Lakelands AWE2114 7 57 

2 – 11 British Isles Discovery Cruise CR10 10 93 

2 – 8 Eastbourne AWE2115 7 58 

3 – 7 Lakeland Explorer AWE2116 5 58 

6 – 10 Romantic Journeys of Northumbria AWE2117 5 59 

9 – 16 Secrets of Hidden France AWE2118 8 79 


No. No. 

10 – 14 

September (cont) 

Warners Nidd Hall AWE2119 5 19 

10 – 14 Chester & North Wales AWE2120 5 59 

13 – 17 Kent’s Wines Vines & Railway Lines AWE2121 5 60 

14– 18 Stories from our Youth AWE2122 5 60 

15 – 22 Jersey by Air FL46-49 8 95 

16 – 20 Arundel & the South Downs AWE2123 5 61 

17 – 21 Blackpool Illuminations & 

The Lake District AWE2124 5 61 

20 – 27 Austria All Inclusive AWE2125 8 80 

20 – 24 Lancashire Hotpot AWE2126 5 62 

21 - 23 Floriade Mini Cruise AWE2188 3 83 

21 – 28 Paignton AWE2127 8 62 

21 – 26 Llandudno & The Little Trains AWE2128 6 63 

24 – 28 Discover Durham AWE2129 5 63 

27 – 1 Oct Victorian Britain AWE2130 5 64 


29 – 6 Oct Italian Lakes & Mountains AWE2132 8 81 

30 – 5 Oct Newquay & the Cornish Explorer AWE2133 6 64 

30 – 1 Oct Sunday Night in The City 

October 

AWE2183 2 11 

1 – 5 Magical Waters of The Lake District AWE2134 5 65 

1 – 5 Bournemouth & The Isle of Wight AWE2135 5 65 

7 – 8 Sunday Night at the Waldorf AWE2136 2 7 

7 – 12 Delightful Corners of Wales AWE2137 6 66 

8 – 12 Taste of Yorkshire AWE2138 5 66 

11 – 15 Royal Berkshire & The Thames Valley AWE2139 5 67 

11 – 15 Go Nuts in Lux AWE2140 5 82 

12 – 14 Blackpool Illuminations Weekend AWE2142 3 11 

12 – 14 Belgium Explorer 241 Weekend AWE2143 3 72 

14 – 19 Exmouth AWE2144 6 67 

15 – 19 Warners Thoresby Hall AWE2141 5 19 

18 – 22 Steaming Through Yorkshire AWE2145 5 68 


20 – 24 St Agnes AWE2147 5 68 

21 – 25 Autumn Colours of the Cotswolds AWE2148 5 69 

22 – 26 Rolling Back the Years AWE2149 5 69 

25 – 29 New Forest Autumn Tints AWE2150 5 70 

26 – 28 Good Old Days Weekend AWE2151 3 11 

29 – 2 Nov Port Sunlight & Liverpool AWE2152 5 70 

29 – 2 Nov All Things Brighton Beautiful 

November 

AWE2153 5 71 

2 - 4 Mystery Weekend AWE2154 3 4 

5 – 9 Kingdom of Northumbria 

& The Borders AWE2155 5 71 

5 – 9 Torquay T&T AWE2156 5 87 

9 – 11 Remembrance weekend in Belgium AWE2157 3 72 

11 – 15 Ludlow T&T AWE2158 5 87 

12 – 16 Morecambe T&T AWE2159 5 87 

13 – 17 Bideford Mistletoe & Wine AWE2001 5 88 

16 – 18 The Spirit of Christmas 

at Chatsworth AWE2163 3 84 

19 – 23 Dunoon T&T AWE2160 5 88 

19 – 23 Warners T & T AWE2161 5 88 

25 – 26 Medieval Banquet & 

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland AWE2164 2 84 

25 – 29 Llandudno Holly & Mistletoe AWE2165 5 89 

26 – 30 Bournemouth T&T AWE2166 5 89 

26 – 30 Two Counties Dressed for Xmas AWE2167 5 89 

30 – 2 Dec Durham Christmas Festival 

& Beamish AWE2168 3 84 

30 – 2 Dec Worcester & Birmingham 

Christmas Markets AWE2169 3 85 

30 – 3 Dec Rhine & Mosel Christmas Markets AWE2170 4 85 

30 – 2 Dec Grassington Christmas Fayre 

December 

AWE2171 3 85 

7 – 9 Blist Hill’s Victorian Christmas AWE2172 3 86 

7 – 9 Festive Manchester & 

Leeds Christkindelmarkt AWE2173 3 86 

7 – 9 Belgium Christmas Markets AWE2174 3 86 

22 – 27 Christmas in Valkenburg AWE2189 6 92 

23 – 27 Christmas in St Agnes AWE2175 5 90 

23 – 27 Christmas in The Ribble Valley AWE2176 5 90 

23 – 27 Christmas on The Ayrshire Coast AWE2177 5 91 

23 – 27 Christmas in Harrogate AWE2178 5 91 

23 – 27 Christmas in Torquay AWE2179 5 92 

EASTONS HOLIDAYS 

Telephone 01603 754155 

www.eastonsholidays.co.uk 

The Old Coach House, Parish Road, Stratton Strawless, Norwich NR10 5LR.

Eastons reservations 01603 754155 - Eastons Holidays

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