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50 th ANNIVERSARY
1971 - 2021
2021 TOURS
& DAY TRIPS
To book, please ring 01625 425060
Book at: The Coach Depot, Snape Road, Macclesfield, SK10 2NZ.
WELCOME TO
ROY McCARTHY COACHES
THE COMPANY
Roy McCarthy Coaches have 50 years experience as a Coach operator, having been established
in Macclesfield in 1971. Whilst the coach industry has changed dramatically over the years,
Roy McCarthy Coaches remains a family run business offering a professional, personal and
friendly service from our management, office staff to driver/couriers. Roy McCarthy Coaches
are proud to have served the public in and around Macclesfield for the past 50 years and have
maintained our high reputation for quality, service and reliability.
GROUP BOOKINGS PAYMENT TERMS
Group bookings are welcome on all our tours For all Holidays, Short Breaks and Day
and day trips. We are pleased to offer a Excursions, payments are acceptable by cash,
discount. For further details please contact cheques payable to Roy McCarthy Coaches
our office. Ltd and credit or debit cards. (American
Express is not accepted).
GIFT VOUCHERS
Roy McCarthy Coaches have Gift Vouchers on Photos courtesy of
sale and can be bought in any denomination. ©Visit Britain/England and ©Visit Scotland
They make an ideal Christmas or Birthday
Gift.
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION
SEATS SPECIAL DIETS
Seats are bookable on all tours on a first These can normally be provided for, please
come first served basis. Those passengers ask at the time of booking.
who prefer to sit at the front are strongly
SPECIAL REQUESTS
advised to book early.
These are dealt with seriously and while
SINGLE ROOMS every effort is made to grant your request, it
Only a limited number of single rooms are unfortunately CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.
available on each tour, so we advise that you
DISABLED
book early.
We welcome disabled people on our holidays,
INSURANCE but please check carefully if hotel steps or
We recommend that you take Travel other matters are a problem for you. We
Insurance, however this does not have to be will gladly take folding wheelchairs, but only
through ourselves. if space is booked and the person is not
travelling alone.
BROCHURE ACCURACY &
ALTERATIONS FINANCIAL SECURITY
We do accept that in a changing world no Roy McCarthy Coaches is a member of the
brochure can be totally accurate. We make Confederation of Passenger Transport’s
every effort to present a fair description in Bonded Coach Holiday Scheme, protecting
our brochure. The Company reserves the your holiday money by bank guarantee. Even
right to alter the contents of the tour without in the event of the financial failure of the
prior notification. The Company also reserves holiday company, this scheme ensures that
the right to cancel a tour due to lack of you would receive full refund of all money
numbers etc. paid upon proof of payment and repatriation
to Great Britain if you are already abroad.
Tel: 01625 425060
WELCOME TO
ROY McCARTHY COACHES
Dear Traveller
Welcome to our 2021 Brochure filled with exciting holidays and short breaks! This year
Roy McCarthy Coaches has been in business for 50 years and this is a milestone we are
very proud of. We would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks, as we know
those 50 years would not have been possible without all the fantastic people we have
met and have had the pleasure of transporting on our coaches. Hopefully, when browsing
these pages full of interesting and exciting holidays, you will find a well-deserved break
to finally look forward to!
TOURS
In the following pages you will find the itineraries and prices of our tours for this year;
though we do expect alterations due to COVID-19 it is our intention to keep you as up
to date as possible and we will send out a final itinerary two weeks before your trip along
with your travel ticket.
DAY TRIPS
At the back of the brochure you will find a small selection of days trips we have planned
for April and the start of May. When we have more clarification from the Government as
to when attractions will be open and accepting visitors, we will send out a full day trip
brochure separately for the rest of the year.
BOOKING & PAYMENT
We are accepting bookings for all the trips in our brochure, if you originally booked in
December please can you confirm whether or not you would still like to go on the trip. We
are asking for deposits for all trips from June onwards. For the trips in April and May we
would ask that you register your interest and when it is confirmed that this trip will be able
to operate we will contact you and request payment.
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
As with the tours and day trips we were able to carry out last year, we will again be following
our full COVID-19 precautionary measures. For everyone’s safety and confidence, each
coach will be deep cleaned before each trip, frequently touch points such as handrails
will be cleaned at every stop, hand sanitiser will be readily available, and when boarding
and alighting mask wearing and temperature screening will be required. If you have any
questions please do not hesitate to contact the office.
COVID-19 caused major disruption during 2020 to our tour and day excursion programme,
for this we would like to apologise and thank everyone for their patience while we
processed refunds and contacted passengers about changes and cancellations.
If you have any queries or questions with regard to any aspect of a holiday or day trip
please do not hesitate to contact us either by email on sales@roymccarthycoaches.co.uk
or telephone 01625 425060.
Kind Regards
Andy, Chris, Danny & Max
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5 DAYS | 26th April 2021
BRIGHTON & THE BLUEBELL LINE
Brighton’s vibrant charm and plethora of iconic
attractions make it one of the UK’s top holiday
destinations. Take a stroll along the neon-lit pier,
visit the exotic Indian-style Royal Pavilion or
wander through ‘the Lanes’, a colourful network
of shopping streets that are awash with vintage
gear, antiques and quaint cafés!
Our tour is based at the Mercure Brighton Sea
Front Hotel with fantastic views of the beach.
Situated only a short walk from Brighton’s main
attractions, this newly refurbished, elegant and
Regency style hotel is perfectly situated for our
excursions. Each of the modern bedrooms have
en-suite bathrooms, TV and WiFi.
MONDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee
en-route to Bicester Garden centre where we THURSDAY
stop for lunch. We then continue south to arrive Beginning with a scenic run along the coast
at our hotel with time for a quick stroll along the through Rottingdean and Peacehaven, we
promenade before dinner. then make our way to the historic county
TUESDAY town of Lewes; with its medieval streets,
After breakfast we head to Goring and the English old English churches, tiny twittens (a Sussex
Martyrs Catholic Church to see the world’s word for alleyway!) and excellent array of
only know reproduction of the Sistine Chapel independent retailers, cafes and pubs there
ceiling; painted by one of their parishioners, it is something for everyone. You will have time
is a stunning sight to behold. Next we venture to meander and to grab lunch. Then its on to
to Leonardslee Gardens in time for lunch and to the highlight of our tour: Sheffield Park and
take a stroll through the magnificent gardens. our trip on the Bluebell Line Railway. Bringing
At this time of year the garden comes alive with together steam and cream, we enjoy a return
a riot of colour; magnolias that tower 40 feet journey on the train whilst enjoying a delicious
high, beautiful camellias, carpets of bluebells, cream tea.
and many hundreds of Rhododendrons and FRIDAY
Azaleas. A visual feast this collection of plants After breakfast we head north calling for
also creates a symphony of scents! coffee en-route to the market town of Banbury
WEDNESDAY where we make our lunch stop. Banbury is a
Today enjoy a free day to explore Brighton. lovely old town with a good array of shops,
Why not visit the fabulous Pavilion, take a stroll cafes and restaurants. Early afternoon we re-
along the pier and do a little shopping down the join the motorway network and aim to arrive in
Lanes? The choice is yours! the Macclesfield area early evening.
Tour includes: Prices:
4 nights dinner bed and breakfast, entrance £535.00 per person sharing twin/double
to Leonardslee Gardens and Steam & Cream £100.00 single room supplement
on the Bluebell Line. £33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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3 DAYS | 1st May 2021
GLASGOW – THE RENNIE MACKINTOSH TOUR
SATURDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en-
route to the Scotland Street Museum. Still
employed as a school until the late 1970s, it
is an essential destination for all Mackintosh
enthusiasts as it was designed by the artist
himself in the early 1900s. This stunning
building now tells the story of education in
Scotland and is a fascinating insight into
Glasgow’s social history. Late-afternoon we
make our way to our hotel to enjoy the evening
at leisure.
© Visit Britain
SUNDAY
Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928) was
This morning we meet our guide for a tour of
an architect, designer and artist now celebrated
Glasgow on the Mackintosh Trail and pay a
around the world as one of the most significant
visit to the House of an Art Lover. Originally
talents of his time. In and around Glasgow is
designed by Mackintosh as an elegant country
where he created his best-known works and
retreat for a person of taste and culture,
where much of it still resides today. Our visit
today, more than 110 years later, the House
north incorporates a guided tour of the city
aims to stimulate public interest in art, design
taking in many sights and examples of his
and architecture. The remainder of the day
famous style, including visits to the Scotland
is yours to explore the wonderful array of
Street Museum, House of an Art Lover and Hill
destinations Glasgow has to offer. Why not
House.
visit the Mackintosh Museum or the famous
Our base for the tour is the ultra modern Willow Tea Rooms for some delicious Scottish
Hampton by Hilton Hotel, ideally located just a cuisine or afternoon tea?
short walk from the famous Willow Tea Rooms
MONDAY
and Buchanan Street shops. The hotel boasts
This morning we make our visit the famous
a stylish bar and restaurant, and all bedrooms
Hill House, considered to be Charles Rennie
feature private bathrooms and complimentary
Mackintosh’s finest domestic creation. Sitting
WiFi.
high above the Clyde it is home to original
Mackintosh furniture and interior design and
also has attractive formal gardens designed
Tour includes: in his style. Having been greeted with
Luxury coach travel throughout, 2 nights refreshments and shortbread we then make
dinner bed and breakfast, entrance. to Hill our way on a private guided tour. After our
House with morning coffee and shortbread, visit we re-join the motorway network and
guided tour of Glasgow and entrance to head south. We make a comfort stop en-route
House of An Art Lover. and aim to arrive in the Macclesfield area early
evening.
Prices:
£316.00 per person sharing twin/double
£110.00 single room supplement
£25.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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7 DAYS | 14th May 2021
GARDENS OF GALLOWAY
Come aboard and join us on our fabulous tour of FRIDAY
Dumfries and Galloway! The first thing to strike We depart Macclesfield stopping for coffee
you is just how beautiful this part of lowland en-route to the wonderful Threave Gardens,
Scotland is; amongst its undulating coastline where we will arrive in time for lunch.
and sandy beaches are acres of forest and Created over the years by students of the
stunning country gardens, as well as castles Trust’s School of Heritage Gardening, it is a
and historic houses galore. Our tour takes us fine example of landscape and horticultural
specifically to the Rhins of Galloway, famed for endeavour. The garden is divided into a series
the fabulous Gulf Stream gardens and to the of smaller gardens to showcase different
historic town of Dumfries with its delightful river styles, including a rose garden, rockery and
walks. walled garden. Mid-afternoon we continue
west to Stranraer and the North West Castle
This distinctly warmer area of Scotland boasts
Hotel for the first three nights of our tour. The
a plethora of gloriously exotic gardens, several
hotel was built in 1820 on the shores of Loch
of which we visit as part of our excursion. The
Ryan for Sir John Ross, the famous Arctic
highlight of our adventure is a visit to Dumfries
Explorer. All of the bedrooms are traditionally
House, a favourite of Prince Charles who
furnished with en-suite bathrooms, WiFi, and
personally contributed to its restoration. One
courtesy refreshments tray. There are leisure
of the Adam brothers’ finest achievements,
facilities and The Regency dining room offers
the stunning interiors showcase a unique
delicious cuisine as does the Alpine Restaurant
collection of Chippendale furniture, while the
and Grill.
walled garden is one of the most exciting new
garden developments in Scotland. This visually SATURDAY
beautiful and culturally fascinating tour really is Today we head to the pretty town of Portpatrick
one not to be missed! for a coffee, with its pastel-coloured houses
and backdrop of bay cliffs. We then make our
way to Logan Botanical Gardens in time for
lunch, with the afternoon to explore all the
wonderful sights on offer. Scotland’s most
exotic Garden, Logan enjoys a subtropical
climate, the warmth from which means
plant treasures rarely seen in the United
Kingdom thrive. The Garden’s avenues and
borders feature a spectacular and colourful
array of half-hardy perennials, from as far
flung as Australia, New Zealand, South and
Central America and Southern Africa. Take
a wander around the elegant Victorian-style
Conservatory, or explore the Walled Garden
and fish pond adorned with beautiful water
lilies. We return to the hotel mid-afternoon for
a little rest and relaxation.
© Visit Britain
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SUNDAY
Our first adventure today is to the Castle
Kennedy Gardens; ‘one of the showpieces
of Galloway’ it is also one of Scotland’s most
important historical landscaped gardens.
There are 75 acres of sculptured landscapes to
explore, and why not make a stop for lunch in
the delightful Tearoom? For the afternoon we
head to Glenwhan Gardens, one of the most
beautiful newly made gardens in Scotland. With
unique and stunning sea views across to the
Isle of Man, the warmer climate nurtures tender
plants from around the Southern Hemisphere,
together with large collections of rare trees and
shrubs.
TUESDAY
MONDAY Today is yours to enjoy the delights of Dumfries
Today we leave Stranraer and head west calling at your leisure. Why not head on a whiskey
at the little fishing port of Kirkcudbright. A haven tour or pay a visit to the Robert Burns House?
for many a famous 19th century Sottish artist,
WEDNESDAY
you will have free time to stroll through the
Today we pay our visit to the highlight of our
attractive town centre with its colourful blend
tour, Dumfries House. Part of The Prince’s
of medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings
Foundation, the 18th century house is set in
including the National Trust’s Broughton House
2000 acres of stunning estate and is home to
and Garden. After lunch we continue east
unique collections of fine art, including Flemish
making a photo stop at Sweatheart Abbey, then
tapestries and antique clocks. We will begin
its on to Dumfries and The Cairndale Hotel and
with a morning coffee upon arrival and follow
Leisure Club, our base for the next three nights.
with an informative tour of the house. After a
The hotel offers the relaxing Forum Café Bar,
light lunch you will then have free time to take
Sawney Beans Restaurant, as well as more
a stroll around the magnificent gardens.
formal dining in the Reivers Restaurant. The
leisure facilities include a heated swimming THURSDAY
pool, sauna, steam room and gym, and all Today we head for home calling at the town of
bedrooms offer modern up to date facilities. Kendal for lunch. We then re-join the motorway
network south, making a quick comfort stop
en-route and aim to arrive in the Macclesfield
area around tea time.
Tour includes:
Luxury coach travel throughout, 6 nights
dinner, bed and full Scottish breakfast,
entrance to Threave Gardens, Logan
Botanical Gardens, Castle Kennedy
Gardens, Glenwhan Gardens, Guided tour
of Dumfries House with morning coffee and
a light lunch.
Prices:
£698.00 per person sharing twin/double
£150.00 single room supplement
£40.00 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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6 DAYS | 23rd May 2021
CORNWALL: A RELAXING LUXURY BREAK
IN FALMOUTH - THE 4* ROYAL DUCHY HOTEL
Cornwall is the most south westerly county
in England and is famous for its dramatic
coastline, gorgeous gardens, spectacular
sandy beaches, quaint coastal towns, fishing
harbours and the sparkling blue sea that
encloses the majority of the county. Cornwall’s
mild climate and spectacular landscape make
it a popular destination for holidaymakers from
home and abroad. Falmouth, our base for the
tour, is Cornwall’s leading south coast resort
and home to Cornwall’s maritime heritage. A
flourishing port for over 400 years, today it is is
a bustling town with many attractions offering
something for everyone, and the perfect An impressive 4* luxury hotel with a perfect
destination for a relaxing holiday. view of an azure bay, the Royal Duchy Hotel
is just yards from the safe sandy beaches and
quaint alleyways of Falmouth. Set in beautifully
manicured gardens the hotel has views from
its spacious terrace that will take your breath
away. With a wonderfully glamorous bar, we
can also look forward to fine dining in the
award-winning restaurant. Right by the sea
the hotel boasts all the facilities you could ask
for, including a heated indoor pool, spa and
wellness centre. The elegantly furnished en-
suite bedrooms are bright, modern and well
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equipped. The hotel also has a lift.
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SUNDAY WEDNESDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee A day at leisure to enjoy Falmouth. Why
en-route to Congresbury and the brilliant not take a stroll around the shops, visit the
garden centre where we call for lunch. We Maritime museum, take a boat trip up the river
then continue our journey south to Falmouth or just sit and relax in the Hotel gardens with
and our hotel. a cocktail?
MONDAY THURSDAY
This morning we visit the fabulous Trebah This morning we visit the Cornish Seal
garden, a uniquely beautiful, 25 acre sub- Sanctuary for a guided tour. The sanctuary is
tropical ravine garden that descends to its a charity that rescues and rehabilitates grey
own beach on the beautiful Helford River. You seal pups from around the Cornish coast.
will have free time to stroll around the garden Hear about dramatic rescues and meet the
and have morning coffee before we return to seal and sea lion characters whose individual
Falmouth for a leisurely afternoon. stories are brought to life during our visit. We
complete our tour with morning coffee and a
TUESDAY Cornish cream scone. We return to the hotel
Taking the scenic route today we head to the to spend the afternoon at leisure.
pretty seaside resort of Marazion for a coffee
and to admire the views over to Saint Michaels FRIDAY
Mount. We then continue to St Erth Station After breakfast we head for home calling
where we board the train for St Ives. One of en-route for coffee and lunch. We aim to arrive
the most scenic lines in Britain, the scenery in the Macclesfield area early evening.
is spectacular as we pass the golden sands of
Hayle, Towans and Carbis Bay before arriving Tour includes:
in St Ives. There will be time for lunch and to 5 nights Dinner bed and breakfast, train ride
meander around the quaint streets before we to St. Ives and entrance to Trebah gardens
re-board the train for the journey back to St and Cornish Seal Sanctuary and cream tea.
Erth, where the coach will be waiting to take
Prices:
you back to Falmouth and our hotel.
£835.00 per person sharing twin/double
NIL single room supplement
£200.00 double room for sole
£125.00 sea view per person twin/double
£36.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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5 DAYS | 31st May 2021
THE GARDENS OF SOUTH WALES
Join us as we visit South Wales and its Our home for our stay resides in the thriving
collection of inspiringly beautiful gardens. market town of Carmarthen, the Ivy Bush
Tucked away in the rolling countryside of Royal Hotel. Situated in an excellent location
Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire are some just a short walk from the town centre, the
of the finest parks this area has to offer, both hotel promises a warm welcome and the
large and small, ancient and modern. Our tour comfortable lounge bar and restaurant offer
includes a visit to the wonderfully restored seasonal menus. All bedrooms are en-suite
“lost” garden of Aberglasney; a superb with TV, WiFi and courtesy tea trays.
late 16th century garden, it was recently
rediscovered and given new life after 50 years
of neglect. We also venture to the woodland
gardens at Picton Castle at Cae Hir, a Welsh
garden with a Dutch history that is a must for
every green-fingered visitor to South Wales.
And no trip of this kind would be complete
without a visit to the National Botanic Gardens
of Wales; set in the beautiful Carmarthenshire
countryside, the Garden is a fascinating blend
of the modern and historic with an inspiring
range of themed gardens as well as the world’s
largest single-span glasshouse.
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We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en- We begin our day with a visit to Aberglasney,
route to Ross-on-Wye where we stop for lunch. one of the county’s most exciting garden
We then continue to Carmarthen and our base restoration projects made famous by the
for the next four nights. BBC series ‘A Garden Lost in Time’. Set
in the beautiful Tywi Valley it has a unique
TUESDAY
Elizabethan cloister at its heart and over ten
After a leisurely breakfast we head to the pretty
acres of magnificent gardens to see. After
village of Laugharne where Dylan Thomas spent
lunch we take a step back in time and visit the
the last 4 years of his life. There will be free
Gwili Railway for a picturesque trip on a steam
time for a stroll along the estuary and to have
train.
coffee before we continue to the seaside resort
of Tenby for a leisurely afternoon. FRIDAY
Today we head for home, calling for coffee
WEDNESDAY
and a wander through the wonderful Margram
After a free morning to explore Carmarthen, we
Park. Together the Park and Orangery reside
spend the afternoon at The National Botanic
in the grounds of an extraordinary Grade I
Gardens of Wales. This centre for research
listed Tudor-Gothic castle and 12th century
and conservation has everything from an
monastic chapter house. Having enjoyed
Apothecary Garden to an Aqualab! Having
the stunning sights of Margram we then join
taken a stroll by one of the three lakes, or the
the motorway network making a late lunch
Japanese garden, or the bog garden, or even
comfort stop en-route. We aim to arrive in the
the double walled garden and Tropical house,
Macclesfield area early evening.
why not have some restorative refreshments in
the delightful café?
Tour includes: Prices:
Luxury coach travel, 4 nights dinner bed and £448.00 per person sharing twin/double
breakfast, entrance to National Botanical £54.00 single room supplement
Gardens, Aberglasney and Train ride. £33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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A SEASIDE BREAK IN BOURNEMOUTH
Join us as we escape to Bournemouth and
England’s beautiful south coast. Nestled
atop spectacular chalk cliffs and overlooking
miles of golden sand, the town boasts many
outstanding attractions including wide
boulevards, promenades, beautiful autumnal
parks and gardens, museums, an art gallery,
two piers and an excellent shopping centre.
The Cumberland Hotel is located on the
seafront on Eastcliff, overlooking Bournemouth
Bay. This iconic 4* Art Deco style hotel
boasts a stylish lounge bar and brasserie. All
bedrooms have a TV, courtesy tea trays and
WiFi. The hotel also has a lift.
SUNDAY THURSDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee and This morning we visit Poole with time to browse
lunch en-route to Bournemouth. the famous pottery and grab a morning coffee
before boarding a boat for a cruise around
MONDAY
the harbour. Take in fantastic views from the
This morning we take the short journey to
open deck as you pass picturesque Brownsea
Christchurch with ample time to visit the
Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay
local market. Alternatively, why not visit
and more. With live commentary from the
Christchurch Priory or perhaps take a stroll
captain you’re guaranteed to not miss a thing.
around Christchurch Quay? We return to the
After the cruise you will have time for lunch in
hotel around lunch time for an afternoon at
Poole before returning to the hotel.
leisure.
FRIDAY
TUESDAY
We say a sad farewell to Bournemouth and
Today we venture firstly to Wareham for a
head for home calling for coffee and lunch en-
stroll along the historic quayside and to enjoy a
route. We aim to arrive in Macclesfield early
morning coffee. We then continue on to Norden
evening.
where we board the Swanage Railway for a train
ride through the delightful Purbeck countryside Tour includes:
passing by Corfe Castle and onto the pretty Luxury coach travel throughout, 5 nights
town of Swanage. After time for a relaxing lunch dinner bed and breakfast, train ride on
why not meander around this quintessential Swanage Railway, Cruise around Poole
Victorian seaside town with its blue flag beach, harbour.
UNESCO World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast
and delightful promenade. Mid-afternoon we Prices:
board the coach and take the scenic run back £585.00 per person sharing twin/double
to our hotel. NIL single room supplement
£100.00 double for sole use
WEDNESDAY
£75.00 per person Sea view supplement
A day at leisure.
sharing twin/double
£36.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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SALISBURY SPIRES & THE SOLENT
THURSDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee
en-route to the delightful city of Winchester
where we will have time to take a stroll around
the historic centre and browse the shops and
cathedral. Late afternoon we take the short
journey to our hotel where dinner and the
evening are yours to spend at leisure.
FRIDAY
Today we meet our guide for a tour of the
seafaring port of Southampton and its rich
© Visit Britain/Andrew Picket
nautical history. We then have free time for
Join us on our exciting new tour to the beautiful lunch before we board the Blue Funnel boat
Cathedral city of Salibury! Both a geographical for a leisurely cruise around Southampton
marvel, as a meeting point of four river valleys, harbour and along the Solent. Used for port by
and a success of medieval architectural planning, many an impressive cruise and cargo ship from
Salisbury has many a famous landmark and all around the world, the Solent is a very busy
modern amenity to enjoy. The cathedral spire is stretch of water so there is always something
the graceful centrepiece of a unified city in which to see!
buildings of all styles blend harmoniously, from
medieval houses, historic inns and market places SATURDAY
to stately pedimented Georgian houses and even a We begin our day with a visit to Salisbury and
modern shopping centre. Our excursion also takes the famous Cathedral; formally known as the
us to Southampton; both the famous Solent (the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary
strait that separates the Isle of Wight from the it is an Anglican cathedral and regarded as
mainland of England) and rich seafaring history one of the leading examples of early English
make Southampton a visit not to be missed. Gothic architecture. Having enjoyed morning
coffee upon arrival we will then have a guided
Our base for the tour is the 4* Norton Park Hotel, tour. Afterwards there will be free time to
set in 54 acres of parkland and ideally located explore Salisbury at your leisure. We return to
for all our excursions. Featuring a relaxed and the hotel mid-afternoon with time for a dip in
informal bar and restaurant, there is also a spa the pool before dinner.
with a leisure club. All the bedrooms are spacious
and modern as well as en-suite. SUNDAY
We depart the hotel after breakfast and head
Tour includes: north to Waterperry Gardens. The gardens
Luxury coach travel throughout, 3 nights were made famous by Beatrix Havergal who
dinner bed and breakfast, guide for tour of established her School of Horticulture for
Southampton and boat trip. Entrance and Ladies here from 1932 to 1971, and it is now
morning coffee at Salisbury Cathedral and home to eight acres of beautifully landscaped
entrance to Waterperry Gardens. ornamental gardens, a quality plant centre,
gift shop, museum and cafe. Early afternoon
Prices:
we continue north making a quick comfort stop
£395.00 per person sharing twin/double
en-route and aim to arrive in the Macclesfield
£78.00 single room supplement
area around teatime.
£29.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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RAVENSCAR & THE RAVENHALL HOTEL
A rugged coastline with a backdrop of the North
York Moors National Park is the setting for the
East Coast’s resorts and fishing villages. This is
a coastline of high cliffs and rocky shores, rich
in flowers and wildlife. Our tour explores the
seaside resort of Scarborough with its beautiful
sandy beaches, Spa complex and medieval
castle, the picturesque fishing port of Whitby
with its quaint cobbled streets, picturesque
houses and famous Abbey overlooking the town. © Visit England/Rich J Jones
Finally, Ravenscar, our base for the tour and one
of the most places on the Yorkshire coast with WEDNESDAY
its intriguing clifftop location and most unusual After breakfast we take the short journey
claim to fame, ‘the town that never was’. to Robin Hood’s Bay for a relaxing morning
coffee. We then continue to Whitby, where fish
The Raven Hall Hotel dramatically sits 600 feet and chips is a must for lunch. In the afternoon
above sea level, overlooking Robin Hood’s Bay we will take the a scenic route through the
in Ravenscar, and is ideally located to explore North Yorkshire Moors down to Pickering and
this stunning area. The hotel has beautiful to Thornton Le Dale where we will make a
gardens and a heated indoor swimming pool. quick stop for an afternoon cuppa.
It also boasts a pleasant bar and dining room
overlooking the sea, serving traditional cuisine. THURSDAY
All bedrooms are en-suite with TV and courtesy Our excursion today takes us to the Peasholm
tea trays and there is a lift to the second floor. Park area of Scarborough. After time for a
morning coffee its all aboard the North Bay
MONDAY Heritage Railway for a return trip to Scalby
We depart Macclesfield calling for morning Mills. The coach will then take us to the famous
coffee en-route to Burnby Hall Gardens, where Victorian seaside town of Scarborough. Why
you will have free time for lunch and a stroll. not take a stroll along the promenade or have
The magnificent gardens are home to the a browse around the shops? We return to the
National Water Lily collection, but there is also hotel mid-afternoon.
the Secret, Victorian and Aviary Gardens to
explore. We then continue on our scenic journey FRIDAY
across country to Ravenscar and our hotel. We say farewell to Ravenscar and head for
home calling for coffee en-route to Lotherton
TUESDAY Hall. This charming Edwardian country estate
Today we venture south calling at Flamborough was once home to the Gascoigne family. We
Head and Lighthouse for morning coffee. We have time to visit the house to see what life
continue on to the seaside resort of Bridlington was like in the Edwardian era, peruse the
with it’s bustling harbour and array of eateries fabulous bird garden and have lunch before
for lunch. Mid-afternoon we head back giving we continue home. We make a comfort stop
you time to stroll around the hotel grounds. en-route, aiming to arrive home early evening.
Tour includes: Prices:
4 nights dinner bed and breakfast, entrance £515.00 per person sharing twin/double
to Burnby Hall Gardens & Lotherton Hall.Train NIL single room supplement
ride North Bay Heritage Railway. £33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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HAMPTON COURT PALACE GARDEN FESTIVAL &
RHS WISLEY
Experience the world’s largest annual flower SATURDAY
show in the setting of an historic palace; this We depart Macclesfield in the morning calling
year’s RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival for coffee en-route to RHS Wisley, a world
transforms 25 acres of parkland into a blaze leading garden and flagship of the RHS.
of colour. Garden lovers can marvel at the Having expanded hugely over the years to its
beautiful flowers and the innovative conceptual current size of 240 acres, there is much to see
gardens showcasing the next big names. Watch in the rock garden, formal and walled gardens,
demonstrations by celebrity gardeners, pick up mixed borders, rose garden, glasshouses, fruit
new ideas and learn how to implement them via field and arboretum. After all that horticultural
a variety of talks and demonstrations. During delight, why not pay a visit to the café for some
the weekend we also visit Wisley, the historic restorative refreshments and then the plant
home of the RHS with one of the largest plant centre for those all-important purchases? Late
collections in the world. afternoon, we head for our hotel, with dinner
The base for our tour is The Holiday Inn, West and evening at leisure.
Drayton, ideally located for both our visits. The
hotel boasts a fitness room, bar and restaurant. SUNDAY
Guest rooms come with a seating area, a flat- After breakfast we depart for Hampton Court
screen TV with satellite channels and a private Palace where we spend the full day at the
bathroom. All rooms have air conditioning, tea Flower Show. If you would prefer to visit the
and coffee making facilities and free WiFi. The Palace instead, we are happy to deduct the
hotel also has a lift. cost of the Flower Show allowing you to pay
directly at the Palace. We head for home late
Tour includes: afternoon making a comfort stop en-route. We
Luxury coach travel throughout, 1 night aim to arrive in Macclesfield late evening.
dinner, bed and breakfast, full day ticket to
Hampton Court flower show and entrance to If you prefer to visit Hampton Court Palace we
RHS Wisley are happy to deduct the Flower Show ticket
and you can pay direct at the Palace.
Prices:
£195.00 per person sharing twin/double
£20.00 single room supplement
£20.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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A RELAXING BREAK IN SIDMOUTH & SOUTH DEVON
MONDAY
A day for you to enjoy at leisure in Sidmouth.
Why not use the local bus to visit the Donkey
Sanctuary or Seaton Tramway? Connaught
Gardens is also just a short uphill walk from
the hotel with a fabulous tea-room overlooking
the sea.
TUESDAY
Sidmouth is one of the most unspoilt resorts in
Today we venture to the fabulous 64 acres of
the country and undoubtedly one of the most
Bicton Park Gardens where many rare and
beautiful. Quiet and unhurried it is ideal for a
beautiful species are on display. You will have
relaxing get away. In the resort you will find
time to visit the Palm House, Italian Garden
delightful gardens, cliff path walks, picturesque
and Arboretum, and perhaps take a trip on the
beaches, and shops that still offer the personal
Bicton Woodland Railway. Having had time to
service and friendliness found in a country town.
also visit the tea rooms we then make our way
Our hotel is situated on Sidmouth’s Esplanade back to Sidmouth for a relaxing afternoon.
and is perfectly located for all the resort
WEDNESDAY
amenities. The Royal York and Faulkner Hotel
This morning we head to the pretty seaside
has been in the same family for over 50 years
village of Beer where we stop for morning
and boasts three lounges and a cocktail bar, and
coffee. Then continuing to Bridport you will
a wonderful health complex. All rooms have en-
have time for a stroll around the market, have
suite facilities, TV, and courtesy tea trays. The
lunch and perhaps visit the local museum. We
hotel has a lift.
then take the scenic run back to Sidmouth
SATURDAY arriving back at the hotel mid-afternoon.
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en-
THURSDAY
route to the seaside town of Burnham on Sea
After breakfast we depart Sidmouth and
where we make our lunch stop. We will then
head for home calling at Rich’s Cider Farm
continue south to Sidmouth and aim to arrive
for morning coffee, peruse the shop or why
in time for a stroll along the sea front before
not sample the local Somerset tipple that has
dinner.
been made here for over 60 years? We carry
SUNDAY on north stopping at a garden centre for lunch
This morning we visit Powderham Castle. The and aim to be back in the Macclesfield area
Castle enjoys a unique, picturesque setting late afternoon/early evening.
within an ancient deer park beside the Exe
estuary. Over 600 years of history can be Tour includes:
discovered within the walls and the castle is Luxury coach travel throughout, 5 nights
one of Devon’s oldest family homes. There will dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to
be time to stroll through the gardens, visit the Bicton Park Gardens, Powderham Castle
Castle and have lunch. We then take the short and River cruise.
journey to the quaint historic port of Topsham
on the River Exe where we board a Stuartline Prices:
cruiser for a relaxing afternoon sail down the £648.00 per person sharing twin/double
river to Exmouth. Nil single supplement
£36.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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ISLE OF MAN HISTORY & HERITAGE TOUR
THURSDAY
A day at leisure in Douglas. Why not take a trip
on the narrow gauge steam train or perhaps a
ride on a horse drawn tram? Visit the museum
or take a look inside the Gaiety Theatre,
designed by the same architect as the Buxton
Opera House, or perhaps stroll along the prom
or browse the shops. The choice is yours!
FRIDAY
Our tour today takes us south to the Calf of
Man and Sound at the very tip of the Island.
Take time for morning coffee before our visit
The cats have no tails, the sheep have four horns to Cregneash, a living village showcasing
and the Coat of Arms has three legs; the Isle traditional Manx Crofting Life. We return to
of Man may just be a short distance from the the hotel via Castletown with a to visit the Old
British mainland but it has a unique character House of Keys or the Nautical Museum. The
entrance cost is nominal however if you are a
that sets it apart. The pace of life is less hurried
and the scenery is wild, made of heather clad NT Member the entrance is free.
hills, wooded glens, rocky headlands and SATURDAY
secluded coves. This morning we visit Milntown Gardens in
Our base for the tour is The Ascot Hotel; warm Ramsey. We spend the morning exploring
and friendly, it and enjoys a good location, the 15 beautiful acres with everything from
just 200 yards up hill off Douglas seafront and ornamental gardens to water features and
promenade. All of Douglas’ main tourist sites enchanted woodlands. The microclimate from
such as the Manx Museum, the Gaiety Theatre the gulf stream and the shelter belt from the
and shopping centre are just a short walk away. hills behind, enable Milntown’s grounds to be
The hotel boasts a relaxing bar. All rooms are filled with plant delights all within a scenic
en-suite with TV, WiFi and courtesy tea trays. landscape. After all that exploring why not
visit the café for morning coffee? We return to
TUESDAY the hotel around lunchtime and the afternoon
We travel north to Heysham near Morecambe, is yours to spend at leisure.
where we board the early afternoon sailing to
Douglas. We then take a short trip to our hotel. SUNDAY
After an early breakfast we take the short
WEDNESDAY journey to Douglas and board the boat for
Today we meet our guide for a full day tour of our morning crossing to Heysham. Once in
the island with the chance to see all the beauty Heysham we head for the motorway network
and variety of the Manx landscape, including for our journey home calling at Barton Grange
Tynwald, the oldest parliament in the world and Garden Centre for coffee. We aim to arrive in
the famous Laxey Wheel. Macclesfield late afternoon.
Tour includes: Prices:
Ferry crossing, 5 nights dinner bed and £645.00 per person sharing twin/double
breakfast, Guide for tour of the Island, £80.00 single room supplement
entrance to Cregneash and Milntown Gardens £51.00 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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SUFFOLK & CONSTABLE COUNTRY
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There are few places in Britain more picturesque SATURDAY
than Constable Country in Suffolk; this A free day for you to explore Sudbury, there
rural landscape was where the painter John is lots to see and do! Why not browse around
Constable was born, and where he painted his the shops, take a stroll by the river, visit the
most celebrated works. Picturesque villages, Heritage Centre or Gainsborough’s House or
rolling farmland, rivers, meadows, ancient perhaps take the bus to Lavenham or Long
woodlands and a wide variety of local wildlife all Melford?
combine to create what many describe as the
traditional English lowland landscape. SUNDAY
Today we meet our guide for a tour of
The Mill Hotel is a beautifully converted water Constable Country taking in many of the
mill located in the centre of Sudbury, on the pretty towns and villages, some you may even
banks of the River Stour. It has a bar, restaurant recognise! We make stops for morning coffee
and sun terrace each with picturesque views and lunch whilst we are out and about.
over the meadows. Each guest room is spacious
with en-suite bathroom, WiFi, courtesy MONDAY
refreshments tray, and TV. After breakfast we take the road north to
the historic city of Ely. One of the smallest
THURSDAY cathedral cities in England, Ely is easy to
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en- explore on foot. Highlights of the town include
route to the pretty town of St. Ives where we the cathedral, Oliver Cromwell’s House, Ely
stop for lunch. We then continue south to our Museum and the attractive waterside with its
hotel with ample time to settle in before dinner. antique centre, art gallery, cafes and walks.
You will have ample free time to visit the
FRIDAY
cathedral and have lunch before we continue
After breakfast we venture to the Beth Chattos
across country heading for home. We make a
Gardens. The gardens were established in 1960
comfort stop en-route and aim to arrive in the
from an overgrown wasteland with poor gravel
Macclesfield area early evening.
soil and boggy hollows. It has been transformed
into an informal garden that harmonises
perfectly with the surrounding countryside. Tour includes:
The gardens are an inspiration with the art of Luxury coach travel throughout, 4 nights
planting at its best. Having had time for lunch dinner bed and breakfast, guide for tour
we then take the short journey to Maldron of Constable Country, entrance to Beth
where we take a 40 minute scenic boat cruise Chattos Garden and boat trip from Maldron.
Prices:
£495.00 per person sharing twin/double
£88.00 single room supplement
£33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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LINCOLNSHIRE COAST & COUNTRYSIDE
MONDAY
Today we head to Heckington Windmill for an
informative talk, followed by morning coffee.
We then make our way to the market town
of Boston, famous for the Boston Stump
or St Botolph’s Church, the largest Parish
church in England. After free time for lunch
we then board the Boston Bell for a trip
on the picturesque River Witham, where
refreshments will be available on board for
Miles of stunning coastline, the Elizabethans, your afternoon cuppa.
the Dambusters, wholesome market towns,
stunning countryside, and a world-famous TUESDAY
cathedral? It must be Lincolnshire! Join us as This morning takes us to the brilliant
we head to this wonderful corner of England. Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Museum
The village of Woodhall Spa is situated in the a privately owned museum set up by two
middle of rural Lincolnshire and is the ideal brothers and well worth a visit. Having had
location from which to explore this beautiful ample time to explore and enjoy a morning
area. The village itself boasts a delightful centre coffee in the Naafi we will return to the hotel
with individual shops, a little museum, the for the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Jubilee park with outdoor swimming pool and a
WEDNESDAY
Dambusters memorial in the Royal Square.
Today we head north to the bustling town of
The Petwood Hotel is situated just a short walk Louth on market day. Enjoy a browse around
from the Woodhall Spa village centre. Enjoying the many stalls before we continue to the
a timelessly elegant setting and unique heritage coast and the seaside resort of Skegness.
it was once home to the Dambusters and is Enjoy the refreshing coastal air with a stroll
today surrounded by 30 acres of lovely gardens. along the prom then of course fish and chips is
This former country house offers a restaurant, a must for lunch!
terrace bar and the Squadron Bar with lots of
THURSDAY
memorabilia from 617 Squadron. All bedrooms
Having said our farewell to Woodhall Spa
are en-suite with TV and courtesy tray.
we head north west to Doddington Hall and
SUNDAY Gardens; a privately owned, late Elizabethan
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en- Mansion with stunning gardens, there is over
route to the fabulous city of Lincoln. With free 400 years of unbroken family history within
time for you to explore; why not head to the its walls. Upon arrival we will have a guided
Cathedral, the Norman Castle or one of the tour of the house followed by free time to
many other historic attractions? Maybe bring stroll around the gardens and have lunch in
a picnic or instead have a relaxing lunch. Late either the delightful cafe, restaurant or farm
afternoon we take the journey to our hotel. shop. Early afternoon we head home making a
comfort stop en-route; arriving early evening.
Tour includes:
4 nights dinner bed and breakfast, guided Prices:
tour of Heckington windmill, river cruise in £575.00 per person sharing tiwn/double
Boston, entrance to Lincolnshire museum and £48.00 single room supplement
Doddington Hall and Gardens. £33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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THE ISLES OF SCILLY - EXTRA DAY THIS YEAR
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Just 28 miles off the southwest tip of Britain
lies the small, beautiful archipelago of the
Isles of Scilly. A charismatic destination
with unique charm and warmth there is mile
after mile of white sandy beaches, acres of
natural landscape to explore, and a rich and
fascinating history. The skies seem bigger
here, the horizons further away, and the
landscape broader. It all feels quite intimate
and old fashioned, it is as if you’ve stumbled
upon an idyllic film set from a bygone era. Let
the concerns of everyday life drift away on
the falling tide. This is the stuff that holiday
memories are made of: beautiful surroundings,
a gentler pace of life, quiet conversation and © Visit Britain
nature’s soundtrack.
The Bell Rock Hotel is perfectly situated in
St. Mary’s on Church Street; a quiet part of
town, it is very convenient for the two beaches
and the shops of Hugh Town. The hotel offers
comfort and elegance, the highest standard of
service and a friendly atmosphere. It boasts a
pleasant dining room, small bar area, lounge
and an indoor swimming pool. All bedrooms
offer comfortable accommodation with en-
suite facilities. The hotel has no lift.
18 Tel: 01625 425060DAY ONE
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee and lunch en-route to our overnight stay at Trethorne
Hotel and Golf Club, Launceston. All rooms are en-suite. Dinner and an evening at leisure.
DAY TWO
After breakfast we take the journey south to Lands’ End to board the plane for our late morning
flight across to St. Mary’s, where a mini bus will be waiting to take us to The Bell Rock Hotel. The
Adventure tour passengers meet our Guide for a walking tour of St. Mary’s.
FREE AND EASY TOUR Free and Easy Prices:
£1,215.00 per person sharing a twin/double
DAY THREE TO SIX
£60.00 single room supplement
To explore at leisure.
£154.00 small double for sole
£46.00 insurance per person, inc. IPT
ADVENTURE
DAY THREE Free and Easy Tour includes:
Today we have a boat trip to the Island of St. Luxury coach travel, 5 Nights Dinner bed &
Martins with its stunning beaches. We explore breakfast at the Bell Rock Hotel, St. Mary’s
the island and have time for lunch in either the Isles of Scilly, 2 Night dinner bed & breakfast.
café or pub. Return transfers by plane. Mini-bus transfer
on Isles of Scilly to the hotel. (Sea transfer
DAY FOUR will only be necessary if the plane is out of
This morning we visit the rocky island of St. service) Please note on the Free and Easy
Agnes and Gugh. We walk around the island Tour you are more than welcome to join the
calling at the Ice cream farm en-route and then adventure tour on any day. Boat trips and
its back to the pub for lunch. entrance fees payable on the day.
DAY FIVE
Free day to explore St Mary’s Adventure Prices:
£1,267.00 per person sharing a twin/double
DAY SIX £60.00 single room supplement
Today we visit the island of Tresco and the world £154.00 small double for sole
famous Tresco Abbey Gardens. This is a day to £46.00 insurance per person, inc. IPT
explore the island and gardens at leisure.
Adventure Tour includes:
DAY SEVEN Luxury coach travel, 5 Nights Dinner bed &
Mid-afternoon we catch the bus to the airport breakfast at the Bell Rock Hotel, St. Mary’s
for our flight back to Lands End where a Roy Isles of Scilly, 2 Night dinner bed & breakfast.
McCarthy Coach will be waiting to take us to Return transfers by plane. Mini-bus transfer
our last hotel. Dinner and evening can be spent on Isles of Scilly to the hotel. (Sea transfer
at leisure. will only be necessary if the plane is out of
service) Guided tour of St Mary’s, entrance
DAY EIGHT to Tresco Abbey Gardens and all boat trips.
After an early breakfast we head for home
stopping for coffee and lunch en-route to arrive
in Macclesfield early evening.
NB – The itinerary days may change but the
content will remain the same
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DURHAM & KYNREN: AN EPIC TALE OF ENGLAND
One of England’s most beautiful regions, the FRIDAY
North East is a wonderful mix of stunning We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee en-
scenery rich in history and bustling cultural route to Durham where we spend a relaxing
activity. The famous Open Air Museum of afternoon at Durham University’s ten-hectare
Beamish boasts an outstanding collection of Botanic Garden. The garden is set amongst
artefacts and buildings showcasing the social beautiful mature woodlands on the outskirts
and industrial history of the area between of Durham and offers a wide variety of
1825 and 1913. Durham as a World Heritage landscapes to explore and discover. There is
Site is home to many monuments including a a café for lunch or you may prefer to bring
great Norman Cathedral overlooking the River a picnic. Late afternoon we take the short
Wear, as well as some of the best shopping the journey into Durham centre and our hotel.
region has to offer. Another truly epic event is
the spectacular Kynren Show, as it takes its SATURDAY
audience through 2000 years of British history, Today is yours to enjoy exploring the delights
myth and legend. Be captivated by incredible of Durham. Why not visit the Cathedral,
sets, stunts, horsemanship, world-class take a stroll around the shops or venture
pyrotechnics and a cast and crew of over 1500 to the medieval quarter of the city and see
volunteers! the Castle? We have an early dinner before
making our way to the famous Kynren Show;
Our base for the tour is the 4*Durham Marriott a receiver of Trip Advisor’s Certificate of
Royal Count Hotel; centrally located in the Excellence in 2019 and named as one of the
historic city with views of Durham Cathedral “Top Five Performances to see in the UK”, this
and Castle, it is situated right on the banks really will be an evening of epic proportions!
of the River Wear. The hotel boasts the Brew
bar and lounge, Market Kitchen restaurant SUNDAY
and a leisure centre with an indoor pool, gym, We complete our tour with a visit to the
spa, sauna and steam room. All bedrooms are brilliant museum of Beamish. Spend the
modern with up to date facilities. The hotel also morning exploring the Colliery Village, the
has a lift. Town or Home Farm that all recreate a
fascinating bygone age. There are also shops
and a tramway system that you can jump on
to take a ride around the site. With ample
time for lunch, there are a number of eating
establishments to choose from; why not try
the famous fish and chips made in coal-fired
ranges using beef dripping and served in
specially printed newspaper? Mid-afternoon
we board the coach and head for home.
Making a comfort stop en-route we aim to
arrive in the Macclesfield area early evening.
Tour includes:
Luxury coach travel throughout, 2 nights Prices:
dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to £298.00 per person sharing twin/double
Durham Botanical Gardens, Beamish and £50.00 single room supplement
superior seating at Kynren Show. £25.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT
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WARNER’S BEMBRIDGE & THE ISLE OF WIGHT
MONDAY
We depart Macclesfield calling for coffee and
lunch en-route to Portsmouth where we board
the ferry for our crossing to the Isle of Wight.
We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner.
TUESDAY
Today we will enjoy a full day tour of the
Island. We will see the wonderful beaches and
dramatic cliff faces that have drawn tourists to
the Isle of Wight since the Victorian Era. We
will have time to visit the famous Needles and
some of the Island’s towns stopping for coffee
and lunch throughout our day; this really is the
ideal and most leisurely way to explore the
Island.
The Isle of Wight is one of the most picturesque WEDNESDAY
of Britain’s smaller islands, just five miles With a free day for you to spend as you please,
from the south coast and a popular holiday why not take advantage of the many facilities
destination. The island contains a wonderful available at the hotel? Alternatively, use the
mixture of bustling resorts, glorious countryside,local bus to visit Sandown with its traditional
small quaint villages, and a stunning coastline. British seafront and pier. You could also head
to Ryde where you could board the steam
This year our tour is based at The Warner railway for a ride through the picturesque
Bembridge Coast Hotel. A modern hotel, its countryside. The choice is yours!
famously landscaped Spanish Gardens and
sea views together with its location make it THURSDAY
the ideal place from which to explore the Isle of A second day for you to spend as you wish. Why
Wight. Boasting a stylish dining room and bar, not relax in the hotel pool or alternatively join the
the entertaining lounge is where you can enjoy coach as it heads first to Whippenham Church
a fun filled evening with fabulous team shows, and then Osbourne House. Whippingham
comedians and even a resident band. There are Church has been a place of worship since 1854
many facilities to enjoy including a pool, sauna and was frequented by Queen Victoria when
and steam room. All bedrooms offer en-suite in residence on the Isle of Wight. We then
facilities with TV, courtesy tea trays and WiFi. continue to Osborne House; the peaceful rural
retreat of both Queen Victoria and her family,
Tour includes: they spent some of their happiest times here.
Luxury coach travel throughout, return ferry (English Heritage members free, non-members
crossing, 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast. entrance £15.50 approx.).
FRIDAY
Prices: We depart after breakfast and take the ferry
£535.00 per person sharing twin/double crossing back to the mainland, where we join
£68.50 single room supplement the motorway network and head north. We
£60.00 per person for signature room stop for lunch en-route and aim to arrive in
£33.50 insurance per person, inc. IPT Macclesfield early evening.
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SOUTHERN IRELAND –
BANTRY BAY & THE BEARER PENSINSULA
Ireland’s natural landscapes are undeniably beautiful; mist-shrouded mountains, rolling green
hills, trout-filled streams, and the stunning Atlantic coastline form the backdrop to a rich and
ancient cultural heritage, as well as the home to a warm-hearted people. Come and immerse
yourself in this location-packed and insightful tour of Ireland’s wonders!
West Cork is a little piece of paradise, the warm waters and mild winds of the Gulf stream have
bathed Ireland’s south west for centuries. The landscape contains semi tropical plants and palm
trees, with mountain streams flowing down to an intricate coastline. Bantry lies at its centre,
blessed with a magnificent natural harbour and our base for the tour.
The Maritime Hotel is situated on the quayside; comfortable yet contemporary, it offers the
ultimate in luxury accommodation with modern facilities that include a choice of places to wine
and dine. Boasting a fabulously appointed leisure centre with indoor pool, all the bedrooms have
a plasma TV, luxury toiletries, WiFi and courtesy tea tray.
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