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BRITISH &
CONTINENTAL
QUALITY COACH HOLIDAYS 2019
www.ps-travel.co.uk
Coach PS Travel.
Seating Plan We are very pleased to present you with our new
PS Travel Coach Holidays Brochure including our
Taster Break programme for 2019.
As many of you will already know, family run PS Travel have been
Please refer to the seating plan providing quality coach holidays to the people of North Somerset,
below when selecting your Bristol, the surrounding areas and beyond for over 20 years.
seats for your coach holiday Amanda & Beth carefully planning each and every tour to ensure
with us. your time away is the most enjoyable as possible.
Please note - Some of the coaches we use • We believe your holiday should be as relaxing as possible, so
may have the tea/coffee and toilet facilities we endeavour to take the stress out of travelling, leaving you to
located at the rear rather than the centre, in just sit back and enjoy the experience.
this case your seat numbers may be subject • The hotels used are hand picked to make sure they come up to
to a slight change. ours and your high standards.
• Your travel is provided by one of the South West’s leading
coach providers, Turners Coachways (Bristol) Ltd who supply
up to date vehicles with professional, knowledgeable and
friendly drivers.
Amanda & Beth are always on hand to help plan your holiday and
provide any assistance you would need.
To check availability or make a reservation please call our office
on 01275 792223 and we will be only too pleased to help. Booking
couldn’t be easier - please refer to page 31 for our straight forward
booking procedure.
Whether you are one of our many existing
customers, or are joining us for the first time this
year, we are sure you will find something to tempt
you in our 2019 brochure.
Amanda, Steve & Beth
Coaches
As in previous years our tour coaches will be provided by Turners Coachways
of Bristol. Their fleet of modern executive vehicles, coupled with friendly
knowledgeable drivers complete your holiday experience with us.
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Why choose us? Contents
✓✓ Tailor-made Collection Points For your convenience and ease
we will tailor-make an individual pick up point and return point to suit you,
with free collection from home, or as close as possible. Call for details. England
✓✓ No Hidden Extras All coach travel, excursions and entrance charges Pages 06-18
are included in the price, leaving nothing for you to worry about except
enjoying yourself.
✓✓ Stress Free Travel Sit back and relax while our helpful and friendly
drivers take the stress out of travelling. No more traffic or parking worries for Wales
you! Page 19
✓✓ Hand Picked Hotels We carefully select comfortable good quality
hotels. All bedrooms are en suite and dinner, bed and breakfast is included
(except where otherwise stated).
Scotland
✓✓ Travel in Comfort Relax on board modern and comfortable coaches,
which are all equipped with air conditioning and toilet/wash room facilities. Pages 20-21
(vehicles are subject to change of facilities and size)
✓✓ Personal Service Our experienced and friendly staff will be on hand
to assist you from the time you make your booking. We endeavour to cater
for your individual needs wherever possible. Ireland
✓✓ Financial Security We feel it’s important to book with a company Page 21
you can trust. For your peace of mind, and in accordance with EC Package
Holiday Regulations, all monies paid to us are held in a Trust Account with
Barclays Bank Plc.
✓✓ Travel Insurance We offer a comprehensive ‘single trip’ travel
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insurance policy for all our own UK and European holidays, with no age Pages 22-24
restrictions. Please refer to the page 33 for further information, or call our
office.
Europe
Our Collection Area Pages 25-26
Joining our tours couldn’t be easier! For your convenience we don’t have set
collection points, just call our office to tell our staff where you live and they will
arrange an individual pick up to suit you - usually this means from the nearest
Festive Breaks
main road to your home. We will then drop you back at this point at the end of Pages 27-29
the tour.
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2019 Holidays at a Glance
MONTH DESTINATION DURATION PAGE No.
March
Monday 11th Cornwall All Inclusive 5 Days 06
Sunday 24th Paris Floating Hotel 4 Days 25
April
Tuesday 2nd Sidmouth 5 Days 06
Friday 19th Easter In Staffordshire 4 Days 07
Monday 29th Scarborough & North York Moors 5 Days 07
May
Monday 13th Bournemouth & Dorset 5 Days 08
Sunday 19th Treasures of Norfolk 5 Days 08
Monday 20th Scenes Of Shropshire 5 Days 09
Thursday 23rd Isle Of Scilly 5 Days 22
Monday 27th Lake District 5 Days 09
June
Monday 3rd Luxembourg 5 Days 25
Wednesday 5th Beating The Retreat 3 Days 10
Friday 7th York 4 Days 10
Thursday 13th Isle Of Man 5 Days 23
Monday 17th Llandudno 5 Days 19
Thursday 20th Bygone Times 5 Days 11
Thurday 20th Isle Of Wight 5 Days 23
Thursday 27th Treasure Chests of the North West 5 Days 11
July
Sunday 7th Scotland 7 Days 21
Wednesday 10th Sidmouth 5 Days 06
Sunday 14th Little Trains of Wales 5 Days 19
Tuesday 16th Multi Channel Islands 7 Days 24
Monday 22nd Trains, Trams & Treasures of Derbyshire 5 Days 12
Monday 29th Lancashire’s Rails, Sails & Wonderful Tales 5 Days 12
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August
Saturday 3rd Nostalgic Northumberland 5 Days 13
Friday 9th York 4 Days 10
Sunday 11th Getaway to the Heavenly Dales 5 Days 14
Thursday 15th As scene in Kent 5 Days 14
Monday 19th Historical Homes of History 5 Days 13
Monday 26th Constable Country 5 Days 15
September
Monday 2nd Wicklow Mountains & Gardens 5 Days 21
Friday 6th Blackpool Illuminations 3 Days 15
Monday 9th Lake District 5 Days 09
Sunday 15th Isle Of Wight 5 Days 23
Thursday 19th Splendours of the South Downs 5 Days 16
Thursday 19th Prague 8 Days 26
Monday 23rd Bournemouth & Dorset 5 Days 08
Monday 30th Lincolnshire Heritage & Highlights 5 Days 16
Monday 30th Harrogate 5 Days 17
October
Friday 4th Sidmouth 5 Days 06
Monday 7th Scotland, Ales, Sails & Royal Trails 5 Days 20
Monday 14th Llandudno Xmas Cracker 5 Days 28
Monday 21st Charms of Canterbury 4 Days 17
Monday 28th Liverpool 3 Days 18
November
Thursday 7th Yorkshire TV Tour 3 Days 18
Thursday 21st Thursford 3 Days 27
December
Thursday 5th Thursford 3 Days 27
Saturday 21st Christmas in Soll Austria 8 Days 29
Monday 23rd Christmas in West Sussex 5 Days 28
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Cornwall All Inclusive The Cream of Devon Sidmouth
Padstow - Cream Tea - Penzance - St Ives - Eden Project - Truro Sidmouth - Torquay - Teignmouth - Donkey Sanctuary - Lyme Regis
Entertainment - All inclusive Exeter - Seaton - Bickleigh Mill
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£435 £439
Relax and let us look after you on this ‘All Inclusive’ winter escape Soak up the best that South Devon has to offer, from stunning
to Cornwall.Your seafront hotel boasts great coastal views and will seascapes and rolling countryside to waterfront towns and
host afternoon and nightly entertainment for your enjoyment as Devonshire Cream Tea!
well as a Cornish Cream Tea on arrival. We will be based in the Edwardian seaside town of Sidmouth,
which is set beneath the majestic red cliffs and green hills
of the Sid Valley.
MONDAY - We travel to Cornwall and our hotel in Newquay where we are
treated to a Cornish cream tea on arrival. Dinner at the hotel this evening is
accompanied by complimentary bar between 6pm and 9pm. DAY 1 - We travel to Devon and enjoy a lunchtime visit to the city of Exeter,
TUESDAY - This morning we enjoy a scenic drive to visit the picturesque fishing a shopper’s paradise brimming with historic attractions, including a magnificent
village of Padstow, returning back to our hotel for buffet lunch. The afternoon is cathedral. Free time here before we continue the journey to our hotel.
free for you to relax or explore Newquay, followed later by a ‘Classics film’ at the DAY 2 - This morning we explore some of Devon’s ‘English Riviera’ with a visit
hotel. Dinner this evening will be a Cornish themed menu, with a complimentary to the seaside resort of Torquay, renowned for its stylish harbour side and
bar between 6pm and 9pm and entertainment. marina, waterfront, bars, chic seafood restaurants and excellent selection of
WEDNESDAY - A full day excursion exploring the West Cornwall Peninsula, shops. Before returning to Sidmouth we also visit the historic port of Teignmouth.
with visits to the harbour towns of Penzance and St Ives. Today we have included DAY 3 - Today’s excursion begins with a visit to Sidmouth’s Donkey Sanctuary.
a packed lunch. Dinner at the hotel this evening is followed by bingo/quiz, There are hundreds of donkeys waiting for your visit today. This afternoon is
with complimentary bar between 6pm and 9pm. yours to explore Sidmouth at your own pace - perhaps browse the shops, enjoy
THURSDAY - This morning we visit the Eden Project to see it in it’s full spring the lovely gardens or take a leisurely stroll along the seafront.
glory. Time to wander around the many blooms and take in the floral fragrance. DAY 4 - Our excursion takes you to the the unspoilt Axe Valley for a visit to the
Today we have included a packed lunch Back at the hotel this afternoon enjoy an friendly coastal resort of Seaton. We also visit Lyme Regis, an unspoiled seaside
afternoon board game bonanza with tea and home made cakes. Dinner tonight is resort and fishing port with charming narrow streets and world famous harbour.
followed by entertainment. Complimentary bar between 6pm and 9pm.
DAY 5 - After breakfast at leisure you have some free time before we depart
FRIDAY - The morning is yours before we depart the hotel for a visit to the the hotel. We will make a stop at Bickleigh Mill, an 18th century historic working
historic city of Truro, with its cobbled Georgian streets, great shopping and water mill, home to a traditional restaurant and lovely array of shops in an
famous Cathedral. We then depart for the journey home. idyllic setting by the River Exe. Here you have free time before we depart for the
journey home.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Esplanade Hotel, We will be staying at the elegant
ideally located overlooking world-famous Kingswood & Devoran Hotel, which
Fistral Beach in Cornwall. Facilities enjoys a great position at the centre of
include an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi Sidmouth’s historic Regency esplanade,
and sauna. Dinner, bed and breakfast with stunning sea views.
is included, plus three lunches, two A 5 course table d’hote dinner, bed and
afternoon teas, evening entertainment and breakfast is included, plus morning coffee
complimentary bar (on selected brands) in and afternoon tea in the lounge.
the evenings between 6pm and 9pm. Sea view rooms are available with a
supplement, subject to availability.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Mon 11th March - 5 days - £435 Tue 02nd April - 5 days - £439
Wed 10th July - 5 days - £470
Fri 04th October - 5 days - £440
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Easter in Stunning Staffordshire Scarborough
Sudbury Hall - National Brewery Centre Museum Scarborough - Whitby - North York Moors Railway
Trentham Gardens - National Museum of Childhood Ampleforth Abbey & Cider Mill
FROM FROM
£375 £465
Discover striking Staffordshire with inspiring landscapes, glorious We travel to Britain’s first seaside resort that has so much to
estates and a unique and stirring history and heritage. Immerse offer for all.
yourself in outstanding award-winning gardens, scenic drives, With the North and South Bay separated by Scarborough’s mighty
museums and majestic houses. castle and plenty of parks and gardens. We also journey North to
the other famous North Yorkshire coastal town of Whitby as well
FRIDAY - We start today with a visit to the National Brewery Centre Museum. as a journey on the North York Moors railway.
The popular museum, which is part of the vast brewery complex rewards visitors
with a delightful history lesson of the brewer’s art. Once you have experienced MONDAY - We start our journey to our hotel in Scarborough arriving in time to
everything the historic museum has to offer, immerse yourself in a ‘behind the settle in before our evening meal.
scenes’ encounter with the head horseman and the wonderful Shire horses.
If the weather is good then why not take a ride on his dray? We have included TUESDAY - Today is yours free to enjoy the many delights and sights of
a guided tour and some sampling of the ales that have been brewed on site by Scarborough. Take a journey on the North Bay Railway, or a ride on the Central
the Head Brewer and his team. Tramway the oldest surviving Tramway in the UK which was established in 1881.
Visit the Rotunda Museum and the South Cliff Italian Gardens or stroll around the
SATURDAY - Today we visit Sudbury Hall & The Museum of Childhood. Sudbury historic harbour there is plenty to see and do.
Hall is a red brick building built in the second half of the 17th century by George
Vernon. It contains many fine rooms and a beautiful staircase that was featured WEDNESDAY - Today we travel first to the attractive town of Pickering to
in the BBC’s Pride & Prejudice. The Childhood Museum next door explores the board the North York Moors Railway for a nostalgic journey through the North
childhoods of times gone by through stories, play and toys. York Moors National Park. We disembark at Grosmont and rejoin our coach to
Goathland, which is famous as ‘Aidensfield’ in the popular Heartbeat TV series
SUNDAY - After breakfast we take a scenic drive through Staffordshires and more recently as Hogsmeade in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
beautiful countryside skirting the Staffordshire Peak District. We head to one of After we continue to the lovely fishing port of Whitby.
Britain’s undiscovered market town’s of Leek and then onto Froghall through
Staffordshire’s hidden valley to Cheddleton and the countryside that is known THURSDAY - After breakfast we depart to Ampleforth Abbey home to a group of
locally as Staffordshire’s ‘Little Switzerland’. We then return to our hotel where Benedictine Monks since 1802. We have refreshments on arrival before a guided
you have the rest of the day to relax in the hotels surroundings and enjoy the gift tour of the Orchard & Cider Mill with produce tasting and then followed by an
of an Easter Egg. included lunch and then free time to explore the Abbey and it’s grounds.
MONDAY - We start our journey home with a visit to Trentham Gardens , FRIDAY - We depart the hotel after breakfast and commence our
described by Alan Titchmarsh as one of Britain’s must see gardens. We then journey home.
continue with our homeward bound journey.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Best Western We will be staying at the Copthorne Hotel
Stoke- on -Trent Moat House. A modern Newcastle Hotel located in Newcastle
hotel ideally located and offering excellent Quay Side with all rooms over looking the
facilities and a unique and contemporary River Tyne and only a short stroll to the
style and decor throughout. The hotel city centre.
has a swimming pool and other leisure Dinner bed and breakfast is included.
facilities.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Fri 19th April - 4 days - £375 Mon 29th AprilDate
Departure - 5 days - £465
& Price
Single Room supplement £60.00
Friday 19th April - 4 days - £445.00
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Bournemouth & Dorset Treasures of Norfolk
Bournemouth - Swanage Railway - Portsmouth Harbour cruise Holkham Hall - Sandringham Estate - Wells-Next-The-Sea -
Weymouth - Poole Mid Norfolk Railway - Kings Lynn
FROM FROM
£479 £540
Experience Dorset’s delightful coast and countryside with scenic We discover delightful Norfolk, a region brimming with historic
journeys by road, sea and railway, along with visits to sparkling treasures and peaceful countryside. Highlights of this tour is a
seaside resorts, charming harbour towns and one of England’s visit to Sandringham Estate , Holkham and a journey on the Mid
most important historic gardens. Norfolk railway.
We are based in Bournemouth at the Cumberland Hotel.
SUNDAY - Our journey takes us to Cambridge where you will have free time to
MONDAY - We travel to our hotel in Bournemouth with comfort stops en-route. explore at your leisure before we continue to our hotel in Heacham.
TUESDAY - Today we have a free day in the vibrant seaside town of MONDAY – This morning we head to Holkham Hall , home to seven generations
Bournemouth. The town includes a wide variety of shops and restaurants, miles of the Earls of Leicester. Holkham Hall is one of the Treasure Houses of England,
of golden sandy beaches and award-winning gardens to lose yourself in. one of 10 of the most magnificent palaces, houses and castles in England. Built
between 1734 and 1764 this elegant Palladian style mansion which is based on
WEDNESDAY - A full day today as we head to the classic seaside resort of designs by William Kent, has been home to the Coke family since that time. The
Weymouth. We have some free time here before we head to Swanage. On arrival building reflects the first Earl’s natural appreciation of classical art developed
at Swanage free time before we board our steam train on the Swanage Railway during his Grand Tour and Pevsner described the hall as “The most classically
to Norden. The 12 mile journey takes you through beautiful countryside and correct house in Britain”. This afternoon we visit the fishing port and old world
includes a stunning view of Corfe Castle. We then re-join our coach and travel seaside town of Wells-Next-The-Sea.
back to Bournemouth.
TUESDAY - Today we visit the much loved Norfolk retreat of Her Majesty the
THURSDAY - Today we head to historic Portsmouth. On arrival we have Queen, Sandringham Estate. This magnificent stately house is set in 24 hectares
arranged a Portsmouth Harbour Tour. We cruise around the Naval Base to view of stunning landscaped gardens, perhaps the finest of all the Royal gardens. The
warships past and present. The tour lasts approximately an hour and then after house remains very much as it was in the Edwardian Times, whilst the museum
you have the rest of the day free. Perhaps visit the Historic Dockyard or wander is home to extraordinary collections of memorabilia.
around Gunwharf Quays premium retail outlet stores.
WEDNESDAY - After breakfast we head to Dereham where we join the Mid
FRIDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel for our visit to Poole. You will have Norfolk Railway on a journey through unspoilt countryside and views in the
the day free to explore at your own pace before our journey home. heart of Norfolk to Wymondham Abbey and a chance to view one of the most
spectacular Religious buildings in East Anglia. After our journey we head to
King’s Lynn the capital of West Norfolk. A town brimming with history and
heritage and was once one of England’s most important towns from the 13th
Century.
THURSDAY – We journey home with comfort stops en route.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying in Bournemouth at the We will be staying at Heacham Manor
Cumberland Hotel. The hotel has dramatic Hotel a 16th Century manor house set in
views and only a 15 minute walk to the beautiful manicured gardens and a 18
pier. The hotel has an outdoor swimming hole golf course.
pool and terrace and use of the indoor Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
swimming pool and leisure facilities at the
hotel next door.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Mon 13th May - 5 days - £479 Sun 19th May - 5 days - £540
Single Room supplement £100
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Scenes of Shropshire The Lake District
Hereford - Llangollen Railway and Canal trip - Lake Windermere cruise - Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway -
Iron Bridge Gorge and Museums - Stokesay Castle - Ludlow Kendal - Holker Hall - Cartmel
FROM FROM
£465 £495
Tucked away on the English and Welsh Borders and set within Immortalised by artists, poets and writers, the Lake District is an
some of the most beautiful rolling countryside, Shropshire is a unspoilt land of stunning lakes, picturesque villages and England’s
hidden gem. Unspoilt by time, discover a unique landscape with highest mountains. See the best of this region as we embark on
winding waterways, attractive villages and market towns boasting wonderful scenic tours, relaxing boat trip and delightful steam
medieval churches and decorated half-timbered buildings from train journey.
Tudor times, magnificent historic homes and glorious gardens with
an abundance of colour.
MONDAY - We travel to our hotel in Grange-Over-Sands with suitable lunch and
comfort stops en route.
MONDAY - We travel to the beautiful town of Hereford where you have time to
TUESDAY - This morning we head to Holker Hall and Gardens. Holker is the
explore the town before re-boarding our coach to journey to our hotel.
home of Lucy Cavendish and her husband Tor McLaren who extend a warm
TUESDAY - We travel to Carrog today where we join the Llangollen Railway welcome. Magnificently situated only a short distance from Grange-over-Sands
that runs alongside the River Dee to our destination Llangollen. We then join our and the expanse of Morecambe Bay, the Estate is set in exceptionally beautiful
Llangollen Canal Cruise that journeys through the welsh borderlands over the countryside with gardens that merge into parkland, framed by the Lakeland Hills.
Pontcysyllte Aquaduct at 137ft above the valley floor. The whole length of the On our way back to the hotel we visit the village of Cartmel ‘Home of the Sticky
canal has been nominated for World Heritage site status. Toffee Pudding’.
WEDNESDAY - See the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution today as we visit WEDNESDAY - We begin today with a leisurely boat cruise on Lake Windermere
fascinating Ironbridge Gorge, ‘The Valley That Changed Our World’. Set in an from Bowness to Lakeside. Here we join our train for a 3½ mile scenic journey
enchanting valley, it is home to the world’s first iron bridge, which spans the on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway, through the lovely Leven
River Severn. We spend some time at the Museum of the Gorge to learn a little Valley to the Victorian station of Haverthwaite. We rejoin our coach with a visit
of the area’s history, then travel back in time with a visit to the famous Blists Hill to Kendal on the River Kent, an ancient market town famous for the Kendal
Victorian Town as well as visiting the Coalport China Museum and Iron Bridge Mint Cake.
Town and Toll House.
THURSDAY - Today’s excursion takes us to to Ravenglass, the only coastal
THURSDAY - We head to Stokesay Castle which is quite simply the finest and village in the Lake District National Park. Here we board the historic Ravenglass
best preserved medieval manor house in England. The castle, together with & Eskdale Railway for a steam train journey through beautiful countryside on
its timber-framed gatehouse and parish church create a quite beautiful scene. board the oldest, longest and most scenic railway in the Lake District, crossing
Later, a visit to Ludlow. It has often been referred to as the perfect historic town. seven miles of spectacular scenery, across the estuary and through the hills and
The town, with a castle at its heart, has around 500 listed buildings including valleys to arrive at the foot of England’s highest mountains, the Scafell Range.
the Grade II listed Feathers Hotel which must be one of the most photographed This afternoon we return to Grange-Over-Sands for a free afternoon.
buildings in Shropshire.
FRIDAY - After a morning free we depart the hotel for our journey home, with
FRIDAY - After breakfast we start our journey home. suitable comfort stops en route.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at The Buckatree We will be staying in the Cumbria Grand
Hall Hotel. It is a renowned comfortable Hotel in Grange- Over- Sands. A beautiful
country house hotel, set in a peaceful hotel occupying a sprawling Victorian
rural position with its own mature gardens Mansion. Set on 20 acres of woodland
and a private lake. and gardens overlooking Morecombe Bay.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Mon 20th May - 5 days - £465 Mon 27th May - 5 days - £495
Single Room supplement £80 Mon 9th September - 5 days - £499
Single Room supplement £70
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Beating The Retreat York Weekender
Windsor - Poppy Factory - Beating the Retreat event - London York - Riverside hotel - Yorkshire Lavender
FROM FROM
£320 £375
On two successive evenings each year in June a magnificent York is the ideal destination for a city break with its lovely riverside
pageant of military music, precision drill and colour takes place on setting, intriguing history and heritage as well as fantastic shopping
Horse Guards Parade when the Massed Bands of the Household opportunities, beautifully preserved medieval walls, countless
Division carry out the Ceremony of Beating Retreat. Join as we world-class attractions, museums and galleries. We also visit one of
experience this magnificent event and other gem’s of Royal London Yorkshire’s finest treasures with a visit to Yorkshire Lavender.
including Royal Windsor and Richmond’s Poppy Factory. We will be staying in the heart of York.
WEDNESDAY - We travel to London this morning so you have plenty of free time FRIDAY - We travel to York with suitable comfort stops en route, arriving with
to take in the sights, sounds and attractions of London before continuing to our time for you to relax and settle in before dinner at the hotel.
hotel in Shepperton.
SATURDAY - A full day in York today. We start this morning with a local guide
THURSDAY - A full day today as we firstly head to the Poppy Factory. Our 2 hour meeting us at the hotel for an introductory talk before embarking on a 2 hour
guided tour will include a fascinating presentation and introductory film about guided tour around the many sights of this magnificent city. We then return to
the factory and its history. You then move through to our museum area where our hotel where the rest of the day is then yours to explore the city at your own
you get to make a poppy and see some of the wreaths and poppies we have pace. Perhaps take a relaxing riverside stroll, discover the city’s colourful history
made throughout history. After we have some free time in Richmond for you to with a visit to one of the many renowned museums such as the Jorvik Viking
have lunch before returning to our hotel to freshen up and then onto our event Centre, National Railway Museum or York Castle Museum.
‘Beating the Retreat’ The Household Division’s Beating Retreat is a spectacular SUNDAY - Today we visit Yorkshire’s premier multi award wining “Lavender
evening pageant of music and military precision drill, including horses, cannon Farm”. The Farm, gardens and specialist plant nursery is set on a spectacular
and fireworks that dates back to the 1690’s and precedes the two nights after hillside farm of nearly 60 acres within the Howardian Hills Area of outstanding
the Queens’ Birthday Parade. Natural beauty. On arrival we have arranged an introductory talk followed by
FRIDAY - Today we have a leisurely breakfast and then make our way to a drink and scone before your free flow visit of the farm.
Windsor. You have plenty of time here to explore this historic town at your leisure. MONDAY - After a leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel and commence our
Perhaps visit the spectacular castle or take a lazy boat ride along the river. journey home with suitable comfort stops en route.
We then re board our coach and continue with our journey home.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Holiday Inn We will be staying at the Queens Hotel,
London Shepperton located close to the ideally situated at the heart of York on the
River Thames in a peaceful location and south bank, with views over the River Ouse.
a pleasant walk down to the nearby Many of York’s major tourist attractions,
marina. Leisure facilities include a including the Jorvik Centre, are just a few
swimming pool, gym, sauna and beauty minutes walk away, as are the many shops,
treatments. restaurants and bars that the city centre
Dinner on the first night only and breakfast has to offer.
for the 2 mornings are included. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Wed 05th June - 3 days - £320 Fri 07th June - 4 days - £375
Single Room supplement £68 Fri 09th August - 4 days - £375
Single Room supplement £63
10 PS Travel - Tel: 01275 792223A Tale of Bygone Times Treasure Chest of the North West
Bedford Cruise - Shuttleworth Collection - Woburn Abbey Anderton Boat Lift - River cruise - Tatton Park
& Gardens - Knebworth House - St Albans - Bicester Village Port Sunlight - Lion Salt Works
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£495 £465
Experience Bedfordshire with us on a brand new tour featuring two This exciting tour explores beautiful gardens and the history
fantastic stately homes, a river cruise and a step back in time with of Cheshire. You will experience historic gardens and wander
the Shuttleworth collection. through grand houses, have the opportunity to relax and unwind
We will be based at the beautiful Bedford Swan Hotel. on a river cruise through the heart of the Anderton Boat Lift and
visit Port Sunlight Village.
THURSDAY - We travel to Bicester Village for a lunchtime stop before continuing
to our hotel. You will have time to settle into your surroundings before your THURSDAY - We travel to Warwick for our lunchtime break before we re-board
evening meal. our coach to continue our journey to our hotel where tea & coffee will be served
on arrival.
FRIDAY - This morning we travel to the centre of Bedford and join our 2 hour
cruise through the centre and upstream through the town lock and beyond. FRIDAY - A visit today to Port Sunlight, the village founded by ‘Soap King’
After we continue to Old Warden Aerodrome which is home to the Shuttleworth William Hesketh Lever in 1888. The village was built to house Lever’s ‘Sunlight
Collection. Be transported back in time to the 20s and 30s in this unique living Soap’ factory workers, but today is home to a fascinating museum, beautiful
museum. architecture, a world-class art gallery, stunning parkland and a thriving
community. We have included a one hour guided coach tour, historic short film,
SATURDAY - A full day today as we visit Woburn Abbey & Gardens. Home to free time to further explore and a pack of sunlight soap to take away.
the Earls and Dukes of Bedford for nearly 400 years a place where you can
discover tales of imprisonment, beheadings, love affairs and political reform. Also SATURDAY - Today we visit Tatton Park. Located in 1,000 acres of the most
beautiful deer park, the former Egerton family home is open for you to explore.
the abbey gardens contain 28 award winning acres of beautifully maintained
You’re welcome to uncover centuries of history and witness life above and below
landscapes by a group of dedicated gardeners. We have a free flow visit here for
stairs in the Mansion. Wander at leisure through huge glorious Gardens and
you to explore at your own leisure. meet a very special rare breed animals at the working Farm. After we visit the
SUNDAY - After breakfast we head to Knebworth House where we have a historic town of Knutsford. The inspiration and setting for Elizabeth Gaskell’s
free flow visit for you to explore the stately home that has remained in the Cranford. Elizabeth Gaskell lived in Knutsford for many years and is buried in the
Lyttons family for over 500 years. Famous visitors over the years include Queen churchyard of Brook Street Unitarian Chapel.
Elizabeth I, Charles Dickens and Sir Winston Churchill. The estate is also set in SUNDAY - Today we peek at the area’s industrial past at this waterside wonder,
250 acres of beautiful rolling Hertfordshire countryside. the Anderton Boat Lift, the only one of it’s kind in the UK. It was built in 1875
MONDAY - We depart the hotel and travel to St Albans Hertfordshire’s oldest and is a masterpiece of Victorian engineering. We start with a round boat trip
town. We have free time here to perhaps explore the Cathedral and wander along the Weaver Navigation and then we take another boat trip through the
through to the Roman Mosaic before re boarding our coach and continuing our heart of the boat lift. This afternoon we make our way to Lion Salt Works a
journey home. restored historic open-pan salt making site, adjacent to the Trent and Mersey
Canal. We explore the site and its restored buildings and discover how the salt
works operated and the impact of salt on mid-Cheshire’s people, economy and
landscape.
MONDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and head to Hereford for a
lunchtime visit before re boarding the coach for your journey home.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be based at the Bedford Swan We will be staying at the Park Royal
Hotel, in the historic county town of Warrington a gem set in the heart of
Bedford. This elegant 18th Century hotel Cheshire, blending a mix of modern
enjoys a central position overlooking facilities with elegant grandeur on the
the River Ouse and is close to the River doorstep of sprawling countryside.
Embankment Gardens. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Leisure facilities include spa, jacuzzi and
a Roman bath inspired swimming pool.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Thur 20th June - 5 days - £495 Thur 27th June - 5 days - £465
Single Room supplement £100 Single Room supplement £80
www.ps-travel.co.uk 11Trains, Trams & Treasures Lancashire’s Rail , Sails
of Derbyshire & Wonderful tales
Bakewell - Kedleston Hall - Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Browsholme Hall - Canal Cruise - Ribble Valley Coach Tour
Matlock Bath - Crich Tramway Village Chocolate House - East Lancashire railway
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Take a step back in time as you ride on wonderfully restored Discover a diverse county with vast areas of Outstanding Natural
vintage trams from all over the world, experience the Beauty, unspoilt moors, dazzling coastline, industrial heritage and
Derbyshire’s longest heritage railway and enjoy an out of hours traditional towns and villages.
visit to explore a magnificent neoclassical mansion with beautiful Steeped in history, legend and stunning scenery, savour the
landscaped parkland. With unique attractions and treasures, splendour of Lancashire whilst experiencing stunning historic
along with the stunning landscapes and rich heritage of the Peak houses, a relaxing river cruise and a trip on a magnificent railway.
District, Britain’s first National Park and one of the most beautiful
regions in the UK.
MONDAY - We travel to our hotel near Preston with comfort stops en route.
MONDAY - We travel to our hotel in Derbyshire with lunch and comfort stops en route. TUESDAY - This morning we visit Browsholme Hall the oldest surviving family
TUESDAY - This morning we visit the picturesque ancient market town of Bakewell,
home in Lancashire and ancestral home of the Parker Family, Bowbearers of the
set in an enviable location on the banks of the Wye in the heart of the Peak District. Forest of Bowland since Tudor times. We have refreshments on arrival before
In the afternoon we, take a scenic journey via Carsington Water and travel to an introductory talk followed by a guided tour of the house. In the afternoon
Wirksworth, known as the Gem of the Peak. This historic market town is a fascinating we head to Foulridge Canal Wharf to take a relaxing canal cruise on a tranquil
place to explore, with its narrow streets and maze of interesting alleyways where little section of the Leeds Liverpool Canal. The cruise passes through delightful
has changed over the last 150 years. Later, relive the nostalgia of rail travel as we join
The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway through one of Derbyshire’s most lovely and unspoilt
countryside and during the journey enjoy tea or coffee and a warm scone with
valleys from Wirksworth to Duffield. Before the trip, we enjoy an afternoon tea served to jam, butter and cream served on board.
your table in a wonderful converted Pullman carriage at Wirksworth Station.
WEDNESDAY - Today we are joined by an informative and entertaining local
WEDNESDAY - Today take a trip back in time with a visit to magnificent Kedleston Hall. guide and embark on a fascinating journey of Ribble Valley. A scenic journey
Set in historic parkland, the spectacular neoclassical mansion was designed specifically through a historic area immersed in rich heritage and mystical legends with
for lavish entertaining. Discover the wonderful historic interiors and learn more about
the family history as you enjoy a private 90-minute guided tour of the hall after which serene and unspoilt landscapes. Ribble Valley is the largest district in Lancashire
you can explore the wonderful grounds. This afternoon we visit Ashbourne, a pretty where you will find velvet green valleys, commanding fells and heather strewn
market town and the gateway to the Peak District. The main focus here has long been moorland among the breathtaking scenery of picturesque countryside. We pay
its market which has been running since 1257 and then onto Buxton, nestled amongst visits to Clitheroe, Stonyhurst College, Chipping, Dunslop Bridge the geographic
the hills of Derbyshire, the capital of the High Peak and the highest English town above centre of the UK and Slaidburn.
sea level.
THURSDAY - Today we head to Crich Tramway Village. Beautifully restored trams run THURSDAY - After breakfast we travel to Blackburn where we visit a chocolate
to and fro down a cobbled street past the former Derbyshire Assembly rooms, before house where we have a demonstration and tour of the kitchen before tasting free
passing under the Bowes-Lyon Bridge then climbing a mile and a half of track that samples. You then have some free time before we travel to Rawtenstall to board
provides breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and Derwent Valley. Perhaps our East Lancashire Railway train on a nostalgic trip to Bury. On arrival we have
stop for a drink at The Red Lion Pub and Tearooms, visit the fascinating Workshop
Viewing Gallery or wander around the period shops on the authentic village street. some free time before returning to our hotel
After we visit the riverside town of Matlock Bath in the Derwent Valley, which enjoys a FRIDAY - We start our journey home with comfort stops en route.
dramatic location in a deep gorge. Here you will have free time to explore the town or
take the cable car ride to the Heights of Abraham for stunning views of the Valley.
FRIDAY - We depart our hotel for our journey home, with a visit en route to Lichfield.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying on the edge of Derby We will be staying at the Hallmark Hotel
at the 4* Hallmark Derby Mickleover Preston Leyland a modern and vibrant
Court Hotel. Based in a location near to hotel situated in the heart of Lancashire.
attractions in the Peak District. Facilities Offering well-appointed bedrooms and
include a health club, indoor swimming excellent facilities, it is regarded as one
pool, sauna, steam room and beauty of the finest hotels in the region. The hotel
rooms. has a swimming pool.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Mon 22nd July - 5 days - £465 Mon 29th July - 5 days £455
Single Room supplement £80 Single Room supplement £75
12 PS Travel - Tel: 01275 792223Nostalgic Northumberland Historical Homes of History
Alnwick - Holy Island - River Cruise Durham - Chillingham Castle Washington Old Hall - Newcastle-Upon-Tyne - River Cruise
Heatherslaw Railway Durham - Belsay Hall - Whitle Bay
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Escape to Northumberland, one of the most picturesque areas Escape into the North East’s utterly wild, starkly beautiful
of countryside in the whole of England including the most haunted countryside and uncover hidden treasures – from the Grecian
castle in the country, a tranquil river cruise nearby majestic inspired medieval Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens in brooding
Durham, while we take in the region’s unspoiled beauty on a full Northumberland all the way down to the enchanted tranquil of
day coach guided tour of some of the region’s hidden gems. the River Tees. Traverse the Tyne & Wear landscape, dotted with
dramatic fortress ruins and unspoilt coastline to take in the
SATURDAY - We travel to our hotel just outside of Newcastle Upon Tyne with poignant remnants of America’s original First Family at
comfort stops en route. Washington Old Hall.
SUNDAY - Today we explore Durham starting with an hour long scenic cruise on
the River Wear that passes by a great many of the city’s most celebrated sights MONDAY - We travel to our hotel in Newcastle with comfort stops en route.
from the unique perspective of aboard a handsome vessel. Enjoy the tranquillity TUESDAY - This morning we visit Washington Old Hall which was famously once
of the river as you admire the wonderful views of the Castle and Cathedral above
home to the Washington family, who gave the United States of America its first
you and spot wildlife along the way past the city’s bridges, castle and many of
president and gifted their name to its capital city. This picturesque stone manor
the Durham University buildings accompanied by a lively and informative guide
house and its gardens provide a tranquil oasis, reflecting gentry life following
commentary so you can get the most out of what there is to see. After spend
your free time exploring Durham City’s spectacular World Heritage Sites. the turbulence of the English Civil War. We have included an introductory talk
on arrival then a guided tour followed by free time. We then continue to the
MONDAY - This morning we head to the Stunning Chillingham Castle. spectacular city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Explore its spirited mix of deep-rooted
It is a 13th Century, Grade I listed stronghold in Northumberland and Britain’s heritage and urban sophistication in the elegantly Victorian city centre and
most haunted historic castle. Famed for its alarming dungeons and torture quayside areas along the River Tyne.
chamber in contrast with its fine rooms, gardens, lakes, fountains and tea rooms.
We have a guided tour before free time here. This afternoon we visit Alnwick, WEDNESDAY - Today we visit Belsay Hall, Castle & Gardens. With its unique
the bustling medieval market town with twisting cobbled streets,an eclectic 30 acre combination of Grecian architecture, medieval castle, the Winter Garden
collection of individual shops and teamed with some of the country’s top terraces and picturesque landscaping and foliage in the romantic Quarry Garden
attractions, including Alnwick Castle. with ravines, pinnacles and sheer rock faces inspired by the quarries of Sicily.
We have included guided tours of the hall and gardens. This afternoon we visit
TUESDAY - A full day today as our specially appointed Blue Badge guide joins Whitle Bay Beach, which stretches from Whitley Bay North towards St Mary’s
our coach for a guided tour beginning with a 1 mile causeway crossing to Holy Lighthouse.
Island, a 1000 acre unspoiled medieval island and the epicentre of Christianity
in Anglo- Saxon times and the serene setting of Lindisfarne. We then proceed THURSDAY - We travel to Stockton Town Centre to board ‘Juno’ an attractive
back to the mainland and arrive at the Heatherslaw Light Railway for a 20 minute open-sided wooden boat for our hour long journey along the River Tees, Discover
single journey on ‘the most northerly steam railway in England’ running along the historic Tees Valley landscape and witness the stunning panorama of the
the banks of the River Till, giving you stunning views of the Northumberland rolling Tees countryside. Following our cruise, we are then continue to the
countryside. Then onto Ford village,to Lady Waterford Hall for our visit (today is delightful historic city of Durham most famous for its grand Norman-era Durham
subject to weather and tidal conditions). Cathedral.
WEDNESDAY - After breakfast we start on our journey home with comfort stops FRIDAY - After breakfast we start on our journey home with comfort stops
en route. en route.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Holiday Inn We will be staying at the Copthorne Hotel
Newcastle Gosforth Park .The hotel is Newcastle Hotel located in Newcastle
set in quiet grounds just outside the city Quay Side with all rooms over looking the
and it’s leisure facilities include a 15m River Tyne and only a short stroll to the
swimming pool, sauna ,steam room, a city centre.
spa bath and 3 beauty rooms. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
This tour includes some walking to get
to and around certain attractions.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Sat 03rd August - 5 days - £475 Mon 19th August - 5 days - £469
Single Room supplement £100
www.ps-travel.co.uk 13Gateway to the Heavenly Dales As Scene In Kent
Skipton - Boat trip - Ripley Castle Chatham Dockyard - Kent & East Sussex Railway - Boat Trip
Embsay & Bolton Abbey railway - York - Matlock Chapel Down Winery - Scenic Drive
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£515 £479
Our trip to the Gateway to the heavenly Yorkshire Dales,is based Go behind the scenes and experience famous Kent filming and
in the award-winning market town of Skipton. The town and television production locations. You will get the opportunity to
surrounding areas are best discovered aboard a jocular canal explore the Historic Dockyard of Chatham, with its impressive
cruise, combined with a steam train ride through the Dales on the list of productions, view the serene Kentish countryside and visit
historic Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway and top it all off, a visit to unspoilt picturesque towns.
the stunning Grade I listed 14th century Ripley Castle.
THURSDAY - We travel to our hotel in Maidstone with comfort stops on route.
SUNDAY - We travel to Skipton with suitable comfort stops en route, arriving with FRIDAY - We make our way to the Historic Dockyard of Chatham, the world’s
time for you to relax and settle in before dinner at the hotel. most complete dockyard from ‘the age of sail’. This visit includes a 90 minute
MONDAY - Spend your first full day exploring the ancient charms of Skipton, tour where you will be shown areas which have been locations for hit films and
granted market rights by King John in 1204. Perhaps take time to explore its TV such as Les Miserables, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, Mr Selfridge and of
famous 900 year old castle, the romantic ruined priory or take a walk down course Call the Midwife to name a few! You will then have free time to explore
the historic cobbled High Street - endlessly rich both in history and outstanding the on-site galleries and attractions before making our back to the hotel.
natural beauty. In the afternoon we embark on a Skipton Boat Tour for the best SATURDAY - We set off in the morning to the Kent and East Sussex Railway,
60 minutes of rib-tickling historic escapism while cruising pass fine countryside recognised as both the countries first and finest example of a rural light railway.
views whilst you are guided along the Leeds & Liverpool canal by award-winning We will embark the locomotive in the charming town of Tenterden where you
comedian Dave Spikey. will get the chance to learn a little about the history of the railway that has been
used for over a century. The railway itself has provided location services for a
TUESDAY - This morning we are led through a 70 minute private guided tour of variety of film and TV productions, scenes may be noted from Nineteen Eighty-
Ripley Castle and Gardens, telling the history of 26 generations of the Ingleby Four (film), Downton Abbey and Around the World in 80 Days. Refreshments
family’s lives in a stunning Grade I listed 14th century building in magnificent will be provided on board. This afternoon we travel to the town of Maidstone for
surroundings with lakes, deer park, walled gardens and hothouses around the some free time to look around and then embark on an hour river cruise where
castle and how it was affected by the infamous Gunpowder Plot! In the afternoon we will experience a unique tour with commentary about the local sites including
we travel through the Yorkshire Dales aboard the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway. Corpus Christy Hall and Allignton Castle.
WEDNESDAY - After a leisurely breakfast we depart for York. Perhaps take a SUNDAY - In the morning we go behind the scenes with an introduction to
relaxing riverside stroll, discover the city’s colourful history with a visit to one of Chapel Down Winery, set amongst 22 acres of vineyards and recognised as
the many renowned museums such as the Jorvik Viking Centre, National Railway an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. You will be given a guided tour of the
Museum or York Castle Museum. winery and vineyard where you will have the opportunity to view the processes
used to transform great fruit into great wine. We then continue our journey
THURSDAY - After a leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel and commence our with a scenic drive and visits to some of Kent’s most scenic villages including
journey home with a lunchtime stop in the town of Matlock. Headcorn; an ancient village with a medieval high street, Staplehurst; home of
the Iden Croft Herb Garden and Marden.
MONDAY - We make our way back home with a stop off in the beautiful Royal
Windsor where you get the opportunity for free time to explore.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Rendezvous We will be staying at the Hilton Maidstone
Hotel Skipton set alongside the Hotel. This modern Hilton hotel has
Leeds-Liverpool canal. The hotel leisure spacious rooms, an indoor pool and a
facilities include a swimming pool and well-equipped gym.
fitness centre. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Sun 11th August - 5 days - £515 Thur 15th August - 5 days - £479
Single Room supplement £100 Single Room supplement £100
14 PS Travel - Tel: 01275 792223Constable Country Blackpool Illuminations
Beth Chatto Gardens - Colchester - Audley End House and Gardens Lytham St Annes - Blackpool
Lavenham - Dedeham - RHS Garden Hyde Hall - Tiptree Blackpool Illuminations guided tour - Chester
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£535 £289
Take this opportunity to walk in the footsteps of renowned painter Bring some excitement to the late summer days with a new tour
John Constable and experience the beauty and tranquillity of the to the North of England, offering a great combination - seaside
landscapes and places he painted. You will also get the chance Lytham St Annes, and the famous Blackpool Illuminations,
to explore some of the UK’s most vibrant gardens on this a glittering extravaganza of colourful lights, which stretch 5 miles
breath-taking excursion. along the seafront.
MONDAY - We travel to our hotel in Colchester with comfort stops en route. FRIDAY - We travel to Staffordshire for a visit to Trentham Estate shopping
village before continuing to Lancashire and our hotel in Lytham St Annes, where
TUESDAY - We head to the beautiful Beth Chatto Gardens where you have the
you will be greeted with tea and cake on arrival.
opportunity to explore over 2000 different kinds of mostly herbaceous plants
and 7.5 acres of inspirational gardens. They comprise of a Gravel Garden Water SATURDAY - After breakfast we enjoy a visit to Blackpool - perhaps take a stroll
Garden, Reservoir Garden, Woodland Garden and Scree Garden all harmonising along the promenade and Golden Mile, enjoy a tram ride along the seafront,
with the surrounding countryside. You will then journey on to the historic market explore the Pleasure Beach or visit Blackpool Tower. We then return Lytham
town of Colchester where you will have free time to explore. where you will have free time to explore the town with its sandy beaches, lovely
parks and charming shops, or take advantage of the hotel’s leisure facilities.
WEDNESDAY - This morning we travel to the beautiful Audley End House and
After an early dinner this evening we will be met at the hotel by our guide and
Gardens, one of England’s grandest homes. The house has beautiful interiors
drive back into Blackpool for a coach tour of the Illuminations.
and an impressive collection of artwork, take time to visit the restored servant’s
quarters and fully restored stables. On our way back we visit some famous SUNDAY - We depart the hotel after breakfast and travel into Cheshire for a
constable country sites including the medieval village of Lavenham, the historic visit to the medieval city of Chester beside the River Dee - perhaps lose yourself
town of Dedham where John Constable lived and went to school and finally in the old town with its black and white half-timbered houses, stroll along the
Flatford Mill where you can stand and admire the same scene of ‘The Haywain’ Roman City walls, visit the Norman Cathedral or browse the unique and ancient
as painted by Constable himself. ‘Rows’, a series of excellent covered shopping galleries. We then depart for the
journey home.
THURSDAY - With sweeping panoramas and far reaching views, RHS Garden
Hyde Hall is an inspiration to visitors of all ages. You will get the chance to
discover the gardens which boast an eclectic range of inspirational horticultural
styles from traditional to modern, providing interest and colour whatever the
weather! On the way back we head to the pretty town of Tiptree, surrounded by
orchards and famous for its jam production. You will also get a chance to learn
more about the history of the area with a stop at the Tiptree Visitor Centre.
FRIDAY - We make our way back home with a comfort stop in Oxford before
continuing our homeward journey.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Stoke by Nayland We will be staying in the classic
Hotel near Colchester. Set within 300 acres Lancashire seaside town of Lytham
of grounds with 2 golf courses and an St Annes at the Inn on The Prom, which
indoor pool, jacuzzi and steam room. enjoys a great position on the seafront,
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included. overlooking the North Sea. Leisure
facilities include an heated indoor
swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, hair and
beauty salon, 3 gyms and spa.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Mon 26th August - 5 days - £535 Fri 6th September - 3 days - £289
Single Room supplement £120
www.ps-travel.co.uk 15Splendours of the South Downs Lincolnshire’s Heritage Tour
Bluebell Railway - Wakehurst Place - Arundel - Worthing International Bomber Command Memorial - Twilight at Burghley House
Anne of Cleves House - West Dean Gardens - Salisbury Rutland River Cruise - Easton Walled Gardens - Lincoln Castle
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£475 £470
From rolling hills to bustling market towns, the South Downs Rustic England at its very best, our tour in the idyllic Lincolnshire
national Park’s landscapes cover 1600km2 of breathtaking countryside divulges an exploration of the cathedral city of Lincoln,
views and hidden gems. A rich tapestry of wildlife, landscapes, bustling market towns, charming villages and an incredible aviation
tranquillity and visitor attractions for us to enjoy on our new tour. heritage taking off from the International Bomber Command Centre.
THURSDAY - We travel to our hotel in Arundel where we are greeted with tea/ MONDAY - We travel to Royal Leamington Spa for our lunch stop and where you
coffee & biscuits on arrival. will have free time before we re board the coach to our hotel.
FRIDAY - This morning we head to West Dean Gardens which are creatively TUESDAY - This morning we visit the home of the International Bomber
inspired by it’s rich heritage and South Downs setting. We have included a Command Memorial - the only place in the world where all Bomber Command
guided tour of the walled garden and the Victorian glasshouses and then free casualties can be found including Air Crew, Ground Crew and support staff, over
time for you to explore at your leisure. This afternoon we head back to Arundale 58,000 individuals. We are greeted with refreshments and then a guided tour.
famous for it’s impressive castle perched high on the hilltop over looking the We then continue onto Lincoln where we have some free time before our visit to
town set on the River Arun. Free time here before returning to our hotel. Lincoln Castle which dates back to 1068.
SATURDAY - After breakfast we head to the market town of Lewes and Anne WEDNESDAY - We start today with a visit to Easton Walled Gardens which
of Cleves House. The house was formed as part of her divorce settlement from President Franklin Roosevelt described as a ‘Dream of Nirvana, almost too good
Henry VIII and is a wonderful example of a medieval timber framed building. to be true’. This afternoon we visit the picturesque town of Newark-on-Trent,
After we head to the seaside resort of Worthing. It is the largest all year round an authentic British market town.
seaside resort in West Sussex and is a delightful destination with a stunning
THURSDAY - This morning we travel to Whitwell harbour where we join our
setting between five miles of coastline and the beautiful South Downs
45 minutes Rutland River cruise. Relax and unwind and enjoy the stunning
National Park.
scenery from our boat the Rutland Belle. We then continue to Stamford which
SUNDAY - A full day ahead as we head for our journey on the famous offers a quintessential English heritage experience combined with an architectural
“Bluebell Railway” from 1920’s Sheffield station to 1960’s East Grinstead. legacy which has drawn innumerable film companies for classics such as Pride
The journey takes us through the picturesque Sussex Weald countryside. and Prejudice and Middlemarch. Back to the hotel for an early dinner before we
After we then visit Wakehurst Place where we have included a guided walking visit Burghley House and our twilight visit, one of the largest and grandest houses
tour through some of the 500 acres of ornamental gardens and woodlands of the first Elizabethan Age experienced tonight by old fashioned lighting as we
situated on the High Weald. trail around the house.
MONDAY - After breakfast we depart the hotel and start our journey home FRIDAY - We start our journey home with a visit to Worcester where you have
with a lunch time stop in Salisbury. Free time to enjoy the attractions or have a free time before continuing with our homeward bound journey.
wander around the selection of shops, cafes and restaurants before re boarding
our coach and continuing our journey home.
Our Hotel Our Hotel
We will be staying at the Hilton Avisford We will be staying at the Ramada Resort
Park hotel in Arundel. A Georgian manor Grantham. A rustic hotel set in the
house set in 89 acres. The hotel has a golf countryside of Grantham with leisure
course, indoor pool and fitness room. facilities for you to use.
Dinner, bed and breakfast is included. Dinner, bed and breakfast is included.
Departure Date & Price Departure Date & Price
Thur 19th September - 5 days £475 Mon 30th September - 5 days - £470
Single room supplement £80.00 Single room supplement £72
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