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     COACH HOLIDAYS 2014

         Travel in Luxury Travel with Friends

                                     Tel: 01388 760465 or 528235
                                          www.weardale-travel.co.uk

                                      Excellence Through Service
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         Welcome to Weardale Travel a family firm offering a friendly service.
                                                                            Welcome to our 2014 brochure which incorporates many
                                                                            favourite destinations and hotels whilst adding some exciting
                                                                            new changes. We have some great value tours based at
                                                                            popular hotels usually family run, such as the Lindum and
                                                                            the Langham Hotel.
                                                                            Our coach touring fleet offer air conditioning, seat belts & reclining seats,
                                                                            toilet, hot drinks facility and fridge. All our coaches are owned and
                                                                            maintained to our high standards to ensure the best possible service and
                                                                            comfort.
                                                                            We think there is something on offer to satisfy everyone and look forward
                                                                            to welcoming you onboard. Our programme thanks to your
                                                                            loyal support continues to grow.

                                                                                                               The Gibson Family

        Coach                                 Coach seating is allocated from the front on a first This seating plan will normally be used on our
                                              come first served basis. If you would like to book a holidays, however this can be subject to change
        Seating Plan                          preferred location on the coach, please ask at time due to unforeseen coaching requirements.
                                              of booking, as this can be allocated if available.

                                 4        8       12       16       20       24       Drinks          32      36       40      44       48      53
                  Driver                                                                     Stairs
                                                                                      Fridge
                                                                                             & Exit
                                 3        7       11       15       19       23       & WC            31      35       39      43       47      52

                                                                                                                                                51

                   Crew          2        6       10       14       18       22       26      28      30      34       38      42       46      50
                   Door          1        5        9       13       17       21       25      27      29      33       37      41       45      49

        How to Book
        To Book telephone our office or visit us.                                     Post to us:
            Crook         01388 760465                                                Ring office for availability and simply fill in the booking form
            Stanhope      01388 528235                                                and post to our Crook office with your deposit.
        Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 09.30 till 17.00                                    Call us:
                                                                                      Any enquiries please give us a call. We accept bookings
                          Sat 09.30 till 14.30 (Stanhope Only)
                                                                                      with credit and debit cards. Please note that a 2.5%
        Email: enquiries@weardalemotorservices.co.uk                                  surcharge applies to credit card payments.

        Group Bookings                                                                 Gift Vouchers
        We welcome any enquiries and to meet organisers to offer advice for              Holiday gift vouchers make the
        your travel arrangements, whether it be a day out or a holiday. We can           perfect gift for those
        also provide you with the flexibility for smaller groups if they would like
                                                                                         special occasions.
        to join one of our advertised holidays or days out, larger groups can
                                                                                         Vouchers are available in any
        have their own coach. If you belong to a group of any kind, probus
                                                                                         denomination you require and can
        clubs, a retirees group or even just a group of friends, please give us
                                                                                         be redeemed for any of our tours or excursions. Available in
        a call.
                                                                                         person, phone or post. Contact the office for details.
        Discounts may apply for larger group bookings, please enquire.

         Financial Security: For your peace of mind and security all monies are held in a designated client trust account
                             under EC Directive 90314 until after your return from your holiday.

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      2014 Tour Dates at a Glance
               TOUR                    DATE          DAYS PAGE                TOUR                DATE         DAYS PAGE

                                     Saturday                                                     Sunday
      Start of the Year Tour                           2          4         Tourquay                            6       10
                                   18th January                                               14th September
        Looking forward to           Monday                               Beaumaris &            Tuesday
                                                       5          5                                             5       12
           Springtime              27th January                            Portmerion         30th September
                                     Saturday                            Afternoon Tea            Sunday
         Murder Mystery                                2          5                                             2       9
                                   8th February                         at the Hampshire        5th October
          A Warm Welsh               Monday                             Royal Deeside &           Friday
                                                       5          4                                             4       10
            Welcome                 10th March                          Enchanted Forest       10th October
                                      Friday                                Blackpool             Friday
          Luxury London                                3          8                                             3       13
                                    28th March                            Illuminations        24th October
                                      Friday                            Holly & Mistletoe         Monday
         Dublin’s Fair City                            4          6                                             5       14
                                     25th April                          in Llandudno          3rd November
           Fort William &             Monday                                Christmas
                                                       5          4                              Saturday
            Isle of Skye             28th April                            Spectacular                          2       14
                                                                           Tatton Park        15th November
           Waterways of               Sunday
                                                       5          7
            Scotland                  1st June
                                                                        Tinsel & Turkey in
                                      Sunday                             Great Yarmouth          Monday
          Lakes N Dales                                4          8                                             5       13
                                      8th June                          Tinsel & Thursford    17th November
                                                                          Extravaganza
           The Waverly
                                     Thursday
         & Loch Lomond                                 4          9    Thursford Christmas         Friday
                                      3rd July                                                                  3       15
          National Park                                                    Spectacular        21st November
                                      Sunday                             Tinsel & Turkey         Monday
           It’s a Mystery                              2          5                                             5       14
                                      20th July                              in Perth         24th November
                                     Thursday                                                    Saturday
          Royal Thames                                 4          11       Edinburgh                            2       15
                                     31st July                                                 6th December
       Daventry Chocolate             Sunday                                                     Tuesday
                                                       5          10   Christmas Sparkle                        5       16
          Box Villages              10th August                                               23rd December
            Southport                  Friday                                                    Tuesday
                                                       2          9    New Year in Carlisle                     3       16
           Flower Show              15th August                                               30th December
            Sidmouth                 Monday                                                      Tuesday
                                                       5          11   Scottish Hogmanay                        4       16
         & Devon Delights           18th August                                               30th December

      Pick up Points
      Please enquire about pick up point at time of booking, as a more local pick up may be available due to the number of
      passengers travelling. We want you to enjoy your holiday right from the start, so we endeavour to keep departure
      times to a minimum and we may use feeder services to take you to your tour coach.

       BISHOP AUCKLAND                  Bus Station, Stand A              SPENNYMOOR                     Town Hall

              CONSETT                         Bus Station                   STANHOPE                   Market Place

                CROOK                   St Catherine’s Church                TOW LAW                     Monument

            DARLINGTON               Outside the Dolphin Centre         WEST AUCKLAND             Outside Old Post Office

              DURHAM                   Sutton St, bus stand at                                      Bus Stop Opposite
                                                                           WILLINGTON
                                          County Hospital                                             Peters Bakery
            FROSTERLEY                            Co-op

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                                                                           Start
                                                                           of the Year Tour
                                                                                                                               2
                                                                                                                              Days
                                                                           Beat the Blues ...
                                                                           Brighten mid January with a visit to York, a city with
                                                                           something for everyone and then relax in our hotel,
                                                                           with leisure facilities, before an enjoyable Evening
                                                                           Dinner.
                                                                           Afterwards some may wish to venture into the City
                                                                           while others share conversation in the comfort of the
                                                                           hotel lounge.
                                                                           Breakfast over and it’s off to Leeds, maybe to look at
                                                                           the shops or visit the Armouries.
        Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel and 1 night Dinner,
        Bed & Breakfast.                                                   THE MARRIOTT HOTEL ****
              Departure date : Saturday 18th January                       The hotel has a lift, superb leisure facilities.
                         Price : £73.00 per person                         En suite rooms have TV
                                  £20.00 Single Supplement                 and tea/coffee making facilities.

        Guaranteed a                                                                                                           5
                                                                                                                              Days
        Warm Welsh Welcome
        A new venue in the vibrant City of Cardiff, with a
        “Warm Welsh Welcome.”
        Our hotel is close to a pedestrian shopping precinct, Cardiff
        Castle and the splendid waterfront. Within our tour we hope to
        hear the rich sound of a Welsh Male Voice Choir, visit a
        Heritage Centre and take in the scenery of South Wales.
        We also have free time to explore Cardiff with its Museums,
        Parks and Rugby attractions.
                                                                         Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights
        THE ANGEL HOTEL ****                                             Dinner, Bed & Breakfast and 2 excursions.
        This 4* hotel has a lift. All en suite rooms have TV and tea /      Departure date :         Monday 10th March
        coffee making facilities.
                                                                                     Price :         £259.00 per person
                                                                                                     £80.00 Single Supplement

         5                                                               Fort William
     Days                                                                & the Isle of Skye
                                                                         It’s scenery all the way to the Alexandra Hotel in the
                                                                         centre of Fort William where a friendly Scottish welcome
                                                                         awaits.
                                                                         The journey down Lochs Linnhe, Leven, Creran,
                                                                         Etive and over the Connel Bridge takes us into Oban
                                                                         “The Gateway to the Hebrides.”
                                                                         Another direction and it’s on to the Isle of Skye, with
                                                                         all the romance of Bonny Prince Charlie, and a view of
                                                                         Eilean-Donan Castle beside Loch Long, Loch Duich and
                                                                         Loch Alsh. This still leaves free time to spend in Fort William
                                                                         as well as enjoying the comfort of our hotel.
         Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner,
         Bed & Breakfast and 2 excursions.                               THE ALEXANDRA HOTEL
                                                                         This hotel boasts comfortable and relaxing front lounges.
            Departure date :        Monday 28th April
                                                                         TV, tea & coffee making facilities in all the en suite rooms.
                     Price :        £229.00 per person                   There is also a lift for your comfort and convenience.
                                    £48.00 Single Supplement             A great hotel in a great location.

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    Looking                                                                                                                   5
                                                                                                                           Days
    forward to the Spring ...
    The lovely Lindum Hotel welcomes
    us back
    For some this tour has become an annual favourite as
    we enjoy the Lovely Lindum Hotel and our themed tour
    of Britain.
    There are excursions each day, evening entertainment
                                                                    Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner,
    and a scenic journey to and from St.Anne’s.
                                                                    Bed & Breakfast and entertainment.
    THE LINDUMN HOTEL,                                                   Departure date : Monday 27th January
                                                                                    Price : £225.00 per person
    The hotel has a lift, all en suite rooms have TV and
    tea/coffee making facilities.                                                             Nil Single Supplement (Limited)

                               Special                                     It happened
                                                                           in the Library ...
                                                                           A combination of hilarious conspiracies,            2
                                                                           numerous fiendish plots and interactive
                                                                           entertainment gives this tour an air of
                                                                                                                           Days
                                  Mystery                                  comical intrigue.
                                                                           Are you able to get to the bottom of a conundrum and
                                      Break                                spot the culprit?
                                                                           Will someone sitting next to you be another guest or an
                                                                           actor who will shortly slump to the floor?
   Join us ‘if you dare’ & test your skills                                Keep your super detective hat on all evening and a keen
                                                                           eye out for clues and overheard conversations.
         as an amateur sleuth ...                                          Can you spot the red herrings and guess ‘Whodunnit’?
   THE OLD SWAN HOTEL ****                                                 Holiday Itinerary
   One of the most famous hotels in Harrogate, with its                    Day 1 Departing local pick up
   contemporary luxury and a romantic past connections to                           points we journey to Ripon,
   Agatha Christie.                                                                 you may want to peruse the
   It is ideal for an atmospheric (and hilarious) Murder Mystery break.             market or one of the many
                                                                                    historical buildings and museums,
   Bedrooms all have stylish en-suite bathrooms, TV and radio,                      including Ripon Cathedral.
   trouser press, hairdryer and tea and coffee-making facilities.
                                                                                    Afterwards we travel on to our hotel to
                                                                                    prepare for dinner and a night of detective work,
   Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 1 night Dinner,                            which plays out over the evening.
   Bed & Breakfast and entertainment.                                      Day 2    Spend a relaxing morning in Harrogate.
         Departure date : Saturday 8th February                                     Shop, sightsee or maybe have lunch at the famous
                    Price : £129.00 per person                                      Betty’s Tea room. We depart for home mid
                              £25 Single Supplement                                 afternoon.

                                       It’s a Mystery ...
                                      This luxury Mystery Tour continues to be most popular
                                                                                                                               2
                                                                                                                            Days
                                      with our passengers.
                                      A two day tour staying
                                                           Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 1 night Dinner,
                                      overnight in a lovely hotel
                                                           Bed & Breakfast.
                                      with Dinner, Bed &
                                      Breakfast.
                                                                 Departure date : Sunday 20th July
                                      Where will it be????                  Price : £78.00 per person
                                                                                     £20 Single Supplement

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        4
    Days

        Dublin’s
                                                                          Holiday Itinerary
                                                                          Day 1 We depart after local pick ups and journey to
                                                                                  Hollyhead, to catch the ferry to Dublin.
        Fair City                                                                 On arrival at our hotel there is a welcome reception
                                                                                  with finger foods and a glass of wine or Guinness.
        Dublin is a warm and friendly metropolis, set in a county
        endowed with natural beauty.                                              Dinner is served in the evening.
        The people’s hospitality and their unique humour will             Day 2   This morning we have an exciting and diverse
        captivate you from the moment that you arrive.                            3 hour guided sightseeing coach tour of Dublin,
        On the banks of the River Liffey, in Dublin’s traditional pubs,           where entertainment, history, culture and
        you can still listen to Irish folk music being played.                    breathtaking coastal scenery abound.
        This is definitely a ‘Craic’ not to be missed.                            During the afternoon we drift down the River Liffey
                                                                                  on a leisurely cruise from the heart of Dublin.
                                                                                  A local guide provides professional commentary.
                                                                          Day 3   Today we travel to Smithfield for a journey through
                                                                                  the remarkable story of Jameson Irish Whiskey
                                                                                  as it unfolds before your very eyes.
                                                                                  You can experience the taste of some of Irelands’
                                                                                  finest Whiskey.
                                                                                  This afternoon you are free to explore vibrant
                                                                                  capital city.
                                                                          Day 4   Free time this morning, We depart for our journey
                                                                                  home during the afternoon.
                                                                          Your Holiday includes :
                                                                             Executive coach travel, return ferry from
        MALDRON CARDIFF LANE HOTEL****                                       Hollyhead / Dublin.
        This exceptional hotel is centrally located and has views over       1 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
        the River Liffey.
                                                                             2 nights Bed & Breakfast.
        The restaurant offers an excellent choice of cuisine from
        Europe and Ireland.                                                  A night of entertainment in the hotel.
        There is a vibrant cocktail bar serving snacks.                      Guided tour of Dublin.
        Excellent leisure facilities include swimming pool, jacuzzi,         Cruise on the River Liffey.
        sauna, steam room and gym.                                           Visit to Jamison’s Whiskey experience
        En suite bedrooms have interactive TV, hair dryer and tea &
        coffee making facilities.                                                Departure date :       Friday 25th April
        Also, there is a lift to all floors.                                              Price :       £299.00 per person
                                                                                                        £57.00 Single Supplement

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                                                                                                                                  5
                                                                                                                              Days

    Scotland’s
                                                                        Holiday Itinerary
                                                                        Day 1 We journey to the Dunblane Hydro in Scotland,
                                                                                for a welcoming tea/coffee & shortbread.
    Waterways                                                           Day 2 A short journey through the Trossachs will take you
    We will visit some of the most famous places in                             to Loch Katrine.
    Scotland’s proud heritage.                                                  Watch the beauty of the loch unfolding before you
    On this leisurely but action packed tour, you will cruise on                on the steamship the Sir Walter Scott.
    one of Scotland’s most beautiful Lochs in a steam ship, be                  As you travel the tales and legends of the loch will
    hoisted over 35 metres by the world’s only boat lift.                       be narrated by a crew member.
    Marvel on the Forth Cruise as you sail under the famous road                Afterwards continue on to Callander with free time
    & rail bridges with the chance of spotting plenty of wildlife: be
                                                                                in Stirling with its famous castle, Bannockburn
    captivated by the “Queen of Scottish Lochs” - Loch
    Lomond, as well as crossing the Firth of Clyde from the                     heritage Centre & Wallace Monument, then
    seaside resort of Dunoon.                                                   return to the hotel for dinner.
                                                                        Day 3   A short drive to Falkirk Wheel, during a boat trip
                                                                                you will experience the only rotating boat lift in the
                                                                                world, joining the Union Canal.
                                                                                In the afternoon we board the “Maid of Forth” to
                                                                                enjoy a memorable cruise under the Forth Bridges
                                                                                and out towards Inchcolm Island to view
                                                                                the wild life.
                                                                        Day 4   A spectacular day, firstly a trip to Loch Lomond,
                                                                                before turning off to Arrochar with its dramatic
                                                                                mountain backdrop, know as “Arricgar Alps”.
                                                                                Continuing along the shoreline of Loch Fyne,
                                                                                Loch Eck and the famous Holy Loch to Dunnoon.
                                                                                After lunch we take the ferry across the Firth of
                                                                                Clyde to your hotel.
                                                                        Day 5   After a hearty Scottish breakfast we depart
                                                                                for our journey home.
    DUNBLANE HYDRO ****                                                 Your Holiday includes :
    Set in 10 acres of landscaped garden, one of Scotland’s                Executive coach travel, 4 night’s Dinner, Bed & full
    finest hotels, offering breathtaking views of the Trossachs            Scottish Breakfast and excursions as detailed
    with superb leisure & beauty facilities.                                  Departure date : Sunday 1st June
    En suite rooms have CD/TV, tea & coffee making facilities
                                                                                         Price : £345.00 per person
    and complimentary Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries.
                                                                                                    £25.00 Single Supplement

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        3                                                                                            This iconic musical is the
                                                                                                     longest running musical in
    Days                                                                                             the West End.
                                                                                                     The mesmerising songs, jaw
                                                                                                     dropping scenery and breath
                                                                                                     taking special effects brings this
                                                                                                     legendary love story to life.
                                                                                                     It will have you spell bound
                                                                                                     throughout the performance, a
                                                                                                     truly incomparable experience.

        London
                                                                             Holiday Itinerary
                                                                             Day 1 After local pick ups we journey to London with
                                                                                        comfort stop/s on route.
            Luxury Weekend                                                              After settling in at our hotel we drive to the
                                                                                        Savoy Grill for dinner prior to our visit to
        This City Centre break encompasses all of the elements
                                                                                        Her Majesties Theatre for the evening show
        of the perfect indulgent weekend in one of the most
        cosmopolitan capitals in the world.                                             of Phantom of the Opera.
        With executive travel, a deluxe 4 * hotel, fine dining, superb       Day 2/3    Free for you to explore at your leisure and
        theatre tickets and plenty of free time to explore the capital.                 soak up the atmosphere of London.
                                                                                        Why not visit the museums or art galleries,
        PARK PLAZA VICTORIA****                                                         ride the London Eye, cruise down the Thames,
                                                                                        shop in Knightsbridge or Harrods.
        This stylish hotel boasts an excellent location close to many
        tourist attractions, and fashionable stores. The façade and                     We depart for home mid afternoon on Sunday,
        interior is modern and tasteful, with excellent restaurant and                  stopping for comfort stop on route
        smart bar, it is the perfect place to stay in the capital.
        Rooms are tastefully furnished with air conditioning, flat
                                                                             Your Holiday includes : Executive coach travel,
        screen interactive TV, WiFi, in room safe, telephone, mini bar,      2 night’s bed & breakfast, Pre theatre dinner at the
        iron/board, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities.            Savoy Grill, Entry and theatre ticket.
        SAVOY GRILL                                                              Departure date :         Friday 28th March
        Located within the Savoy Hotel in the heart of the West End                       Price :         £279.00 per person
        this quintessential grill delivers a high class dining experience.
                                                                                                          £120.00 Single Supplement
        The elegant Art Deco furnishing is equalled by the first class
        service. The menu’s are inspired by classic grill rooms of old.

                                                                               Classic                                             4
                                                                               Lakes ‘n Dales                                  Days
                                                                               Once again at travellers demand this
                                                                               popular tour appears within our programme.
                                                                               People wish to return again and again to the delightful
                                                                               Crooklands Hotel our base for this tour. Yorkshire Dales
                                                                               and Lake District Scenery are the ingredients that make
        Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 3 nights Dinner,                 up this 4 day experience.
        Bed & Breakfast and 2 excursions.
            Departure date :        Sunday 8th June                            THE 3* AA ACCREDITED CROOKLANDS HOTEL
                     Price :        £208.00 per person                         Situated in a rural location near the town of Kendal, the
                                    £54.00 Single Supplement                   hotel has a lift, all en suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee
                                                                               making facilities.

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                                                                     The     Waverley
                                                                     & wonderful
                                                                                 Loch Lomond National Park
                                                                     Take this tour with us and board the Waverley (the last
                                                                     seagoing passenger carrying steamer ) for a trip “Doon
                                                                     the Water” which takes us into Dunoon where
                                                                     passengers can have free time.
                                                                     There is, for those who wish, at a small charge, the opportunity

                                                             4       of sailing on to Rothsay with maybe time for an ice cream and
                                                                     a look at the town.

                                                         Days        The return trip has us back for our meal. An excursion into the
                                                                     Trossachs and Loch Lomond National Park offers stunning
                                                                     scenery with majestic mountains and dramatic lochs.

  Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel and 3 nights Dinner,          MENZIES GLASGOW HOTEL ****
  Bed & Breakfast, a cruise on the Waverley and an excursion.        Situated within walking distance to the shops yet in a
        Departure date : Thursday 3rd July                           quieter part of the City Menzies Glasgow Hotel has
                    Price : £235.00 per person                       proven an ideal location.
                               £36.00 Single Supplement              The Hotel has a lift, leisure facilities, all en suite
                                                                     rooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities.

   Southport                                                                                                                  2
                                                                                                                          Days
                 Flower Show
   Experience one of the summer’s highlights.
   You will quickly discover the array and number of exhibits are
   beyond your imagination including Show Garden’s, Amateur
   Grower’s, Celebrities, Top Chef Demonstrations, Hint’s & Tips.

   RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL SOUTHPORT ****
   A town centre chic hotel on the water front and close to the
   marina.
   The rooms are beautifully designed with a seating area.          Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 1 night Dinner,
   Facilities include TV, tea/coffee making, fridge and iron.       Bed & Breakfast and entry to the Flower Show.
   Guests have complimentary use of the superb leisure                 Departure date :        Friday 15th August
   facilities including a pool.
                                                                                Price :        £129.00 per person
   The hotel has a lift to all floors.
                                                                                               £25.00 Single Supplement

                                                                    Grand Afternoon                                Tea
         2                                                          at Hampshire
     Days                                                           Revel in the pure indulgence of a red carpet experience,
                                                                    overlooking London’s iconic Leicester Square at the
                                                                    5* Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire Hotel, where the
                                                                    stars of London’s film premieres reside.
                                                                    Enjoy a fabulous luxury afternoon tea in the Penthouse suite,
                                                                    situated on the 7th floor with a truly majestic panoramic
                                                                    skyline view of London.
                                                                    THE EDWARDIAN HAMPSHIRE *****
                                                                    This luxury hotel combines grandeur with elegance and
                                                                    comfort, it retains a wonderful early 20th century style, with
                                                                    refined traditional furnishings.
    Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 1 night Bed &
                                                                    En suite bedrooms have complimentary wireless internet
    Breakfast, grand afternoon tea and freetime in London.
                                                                    access, a mini bar (chargeable locally), air-conditioning, an in
        Departure date :        Sunday 5th October                  room safe, iron & trouser press and tea/coffee making facilities.
                 Price :        £139.00 per person                  The Hampshire boasts refined traditional furnishings, deluxe
                                £49.00 Single Supplement            cotton bedding and complimentary luxuries toiletries in
                                                                    superb marble bathrooms.

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     Days
         5                                                               Daventry
                                                                         and the
                                                                                  Chocolate Box Villages
                                                                         A totally new area for us invites a visit to the
                                                                         Chocolate Box Villages of Northampton.
                                                                         A tour to the fabulous City of St Albans where the
                                                                         Cathedral, a former Benedictine Abbey is the oldest site
                                                                         of continuous Christian Worship in Britain.
                                                                         Another day we travel to Woburn Abbey, the home of
                                                                         the Duke & Duchess of Bedford, situated in a 3,000 acre
                                                                         Deer Park, with magnificent gardens in which to relax.

       Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner, Bed        DAVENTRY COURT HOTEL ****
       & Breakfast, 3 excursions and entry into Woburn Abbey.            Situated in a rural setting, has a lift and leisure facilities
             Departure date : Sunday 10th August                         All en suite rooms have TV and tea/coffee making
                                                                         facilities
                         Price : £251.00 per person
                                   £64.00 Single Supplement

       Tourquay                                                                                                               6
       The English                         Riviera                                                                        Days
        The success of our previous visit to Tourquay on “The
        English Riviera” meant a revisit was inevitable.
        Our excursions will travel through the beautiful Devonshire
        countryside taking in some of the splendour of the South
        West with old and new venues to visit.

        THE IMPERIAL HOTEL
        The hotel is situated overlooking Torbay, with charming
        Marina views and a lift which makes for a comfortable and      Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 5 nights
        relaxing stay.                                                 Dinner, Bed & Breakfast and 3 excursions.
        All en suite rooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities.      Departure date :         Sunday 14th September
                                                                                   Price :         £350.00 per person
                                                                                                   Single Supplement may apply

         4                                                              Royal Deeside
     Days                                                               & the       Enchanted Forest
                                                                        Braemar, Crathie Church and Ballater are names
                                                                        familiar to Royalty from the days of Queen Victoria
                                                                        and during our tour we intend to capitalize a visit.
                                                                        We will also arrange a short excursion within beautiful
                                                                        Perthshire during our stay.
                                                                        A kaleidoscope of colour created by dazzling lights within
                                                                        a canopy of trees captivates the splendour of the
                                                                        Enchanted Forest a spectacle not to be missed.

         Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 3 nights Dinner,         FISHERS HOTEL
         Bed & Breakfast, excursions, entry into the Enchanted          Centrally situated in Pitlochry has been recently
         Forest & entertainment.                                        re-furbished and has a lift.
            Departure date :        Friday 10th October                 All en suite rooms have TV and tea/coffee making
                     Price :        £237.00 per person                  facilities.
                                    Single Supplement may apply

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    The     Royal Thames                                                                                                         4
                                                                                                                             Days
    The Thames has attracted English monarchy and
    aristocracy to create homes and relax in these
    beautiful surroundings.
    Even today, a tour along the River Thames to the
    magnificent Royal Windsor is a delight and makes
    excellent sightseeing opportunities.

    THE BULL HOTEL**** GERRARDS CROSS
    Originally a 17th century coaching inn, The Bull has
    developed into a wonderful character hotel with an
    attractive garden, in a charming country town.
    All rooms are en suite with cable TV, telephone, air-
    conditioning, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities
   Holiday Itinerary
   Day 1 Departing local pick up points, with comfort
             stop/s on route, we travel to the wonderful
             Cliveden Estate & Italianate Mansion for a guided
             tour. Afterwards we continue on to our hotel in
             time for dinner.
    Day 2    After breakfast we travel to Royal Windsor where          Your Holiday includes : Luxury coach travel, 3 night’s
             you are free to look around before we visit the           DBB. Free time in Windsor, visit to The Saville Royal
             historic Saville Royal Gardens..                          Gardens Windsor. Guided tour to the Cliveden Estate
    Day 3    This morning we take the short journey to Henley          Formal Gardens & Italianate Mansion. Visit to Henley on
             on Thames, best know for its Royal Regatta.
                                                                       Thames. Afternoon tea at the 1950’s kitchen at Basildon
             During the afternoon we have the pleasure of
             exploring Basildon Park and enjoying 1950’s               Park.
             Afternoon Tea                                                   Departure date : Thursday 31st July
    Day 4    After breakfast we depart for home, with comfort                           Price : £275.00 per person
             stops on route                                                                        £39.00 Single Supplement

    Sidmouth &
    Devon Delights                                                                                                               5
    ‘A town caught in a timeless charm’                                                                                      Days
    Beautiful gardens, leisurely walks, Regency history, clean
    beaches and friendly shops, its all here at this lovely
    seaside town that nestles beneath majestic red cliffs and
    the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley. Relax and
    unwind in this outstanding location

    THE ROYAL YORK & FAULKNER HOTEL
    This magnificent Regency hotel is in an unrivalled position
    on the centre of the Esplanade.
    Owned and run by the Hook family for three generations, Your Holiday includes : Luxury coach travel, 4 night’s
    the hotel has a long standing reputation for hospitality &  Dinner, Bed & Breakfast. Excursions as detailed.
    service. There are superb spa and leisure facilities either
                                                                       Departure date : Monday 18th August
    on site or close by. There are two lifts.
    The well appointed bedrooms are en suite, with direct dial                   Price : £379.00 per person
    telephone, digital colour TV, hairdryer & tea/coffee making                            Nil Single Supplement
    facilities.
    Holiday Itinerary                                          Day 4 Today we visit Exeter, where you may like to visit the
    Day 1 We travel South after local pick ups, having comfort       magnificent St Peter’s Cathedral in the heart of the
              stop/s on route, arriving at our hotel late afternoon.            city, one of the finest examples of late medieval
    Day 2 This morning we travel to Seaton to board the                         architecture in Britain. We then travel to Exmouth to
              famous Seaton Tramway for a return journey to                     board our boat for a 1½-hour cruise on the River
              Colyton, traveling by narrow gauge tram through                   Exe, home to thousands of migrating winter birds
              the glorious Axe Valley and two nature reserves.                  and year round residents, with full commentary and
              During the afternoon we take a sight seeing tour                  complimentary tea & coffee onboard.
              through Dartmouth National Park and call at the           Day 5   After breakfast we depart for home with comfort
              Prince Town Visitors Centre.                                      stop/s on route
    Day 3     A day at leisure to enjoy this beautiful regency town.

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        5
    Days

        Beaumaris,
        Portmerion & Snowdon
                                                                        Holiday Itinerary
                                                                        Day 1 After local pick ups we travel to the resort with
                                                                                 comfort stop on route.
        This tour takes to the well known historic town of
        Beaumaris on the Menai Strait in the beautiful Isle of          Day 2    Today we call at the famous village of Llanfair PG
        Anglesey, with its Medieval Castle and Victorian Pier.                   for a short break before travelling on to Portmerion.
        We travel around the Snowdonia national park an area of                  Enjoy a guided tour of this fantasy coastal village.
        outstanding natural beauty.                                              It was designed by Sir Clough William Ellis in the
        Also, discovering the fantasy seaside town of Portmerion,                style of an Italian village.
        and the famous villages of Llaberis and Betws-y-coed.                    Set between staggering peaks and the romantic
        Offering a delightfully diverse tour programme.                          River Dwyeyd and surrounded by exotic woodland.
                                                                                 It has a Spectacular Square, Hercules Hall and
                                                                                 Central Plaza.
                                                                                 A visit to this iconic village where ‘The Prisoner’
                                                                                 was filmed is a must.
                                                                        Day 3    This morning you have free time to explore
                                                                                 Beaumaris.
                                                                                 On the afternoon we ride the tramway up the
                                                                                 Great Orme, then travel on to celebrated seaside
                                                                                 town of Llandudno, with impressive curved
                                                                                 esplanade and listed Victorian pier.
                                                                        Day 4    A leisurely drive through Snowdonia visiting Llanberis,
                                                                                 gateway to Snowdonia National Park, calling at the
                                                                                 charming inland resort of Betws-y-Coed.
                                                                        Day 5    After breakfast we depart for the journey home,
                                                                                 with comfort stop/s on route
                                                                        Your Holiday includes :
        BULKELEY HOTEL                                                     Executive coach travel, 4 nights Dinner, Bed &
        The award winning Bulkeley hotel is in the centre of town          Breakfast and excursions as stated.
        and yards from the beach & pier alongside the Menai Straits.
        It enjoys stunning views across the water to the mountains of          Departure date :         Tuesday 30th September
        Snowdonia.                                                                      Price :         £289.00 per person
        The Grade 1 listed building dates from 1832.                                                    £40.00 Single Supplement
        There is a coffee shop, real ale bar, lounge and lift.
        En-suite rooms have TV, telephone, hair dryer, alarm & WiFi

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                                                                         Blackpool                                              3
                                                                         Illuminations                                         Days
                                                                         Our Illuminations tour is a great favourite
                                                                         with passengers and always proves to be a very
                                                                         popular weekend.
                                                                         An enjoyable journey takes us to the “Lovely” Lindum
                                                                         Hotel, St Anne’s, our base for 2 nights.
                                                                         Following Dinner we board the coach to “see the
                                                                         lights” with a tour of Blackpool Illuminations.
                                                                         Next day the coach will go to Cleveleys, a seaside
                                                                         town between Fleetwood and Blackpool, or you may
                                                                         wish to disembark and spend time in Blackpool.

    Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel and 2 nights Dinner,            THE LINDUM HOTEL
    Bed & Breakfast, a tour of the Lights, entertainment and an          The hotel is situated on the sea front, with a lift
    excursion.                                                           and all en suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee
           Departure date : Friday 24th October                          making facilities.
                     Price : £152.00 per person
                                 £10.00 Single Supplement

    Great Yarmouth
    Tinsel & Turkey                                                                                                             5
                     Thursford Extravaganza                                                                                    Days
    Join us for pre Christmas celebrations at Great
    Yarmouth, Norfork’s premier resort, with its bustling
    town centre and Golden Mile sea front.
    This exceptional tour has nightly entertainment, a party
    afternoon and Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings for
    this festive themed celebration.

                                                                   Holiday Itinerary
                                                                   Day 1 We will depart from your local pick up point and travel
                                                                           to Great Yarmouth, with comfort stop on route. A
                                                                           welcome drink will be waiting for us on arrival before
                                                                           settling in prior to dinner.
                                                                   Day 2   OPTIONAL TOUR : THURSFORD ~ Departing from our
                                                                           hotel in plenty time for you to enjoy the atmosphere and
     With a visit to the Thursford extravaganza which is a                 gift shops before the fantastic matinee performance.
     show not to be missed.                                        Day 3   Today we enjoy our traditional Christmas lunch and
     The amazing Thursford Christmas Spectacular is a                      party afternoon at the hotel. The morning is free for
     blend of exciting Christmas songs, carols, dazzling                   you to explore the local attractions.
     dancers, beautiful costumes and singing of                    Day 4   Today we visit the medieval city of Norwich, with its
     traditional and modern songs from the cast.                           Museums, Art Galleries and renowned Green Spaces.
                                                                           The city has a wealth of shops just waiting to be
    Tranquil Thursford Museum in Norfolk transforms into a                 discovered
    Christmas wonderland featuring old fashioned fairground
                                                                   Day 5   After Breakfast we will depart for home making a
    carousel rides and steam engines.                                      suitable refreshment stop on route.
    As well as Dickensian style gift stalls, Christmas theatres
    and traditional shops.                                         Your Holiday includes : Luxury coach travel. Welcome
                                                                drink, 4 Nights DBB. One of which is a festive party
    RAYNSCOURT HOTEL                                            afternoon with Christmas Dinner. Nightly Entertainment.
    A privately run popular hotel which is ideally situated on Excursion to Norwich.
    Marine Parade within easy reach of many resort attractions.         Departure date : Monday 17th November
    The comfortable en suite bedrooms have, TV, radio, also                       Price : £260.00 per person
    tea & coffee making facilities.                                                         inc Thursford Spectacular
    There is a warm welcome & drinks on arrival; nightly                                    £225.00 per person
    entertainment gets you in to the spirit of this Festive                                 without Thursford Spectacular
    Themed Tour.                                                                            £12.00 Single Supplement

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         5
     Days
                                Holly
                                                                                 A tour to prepare us for the
                                                                                 festive season visiting the
                                                                                 “Queen of the Welsh Resorts”
                                                                                 Wide Promenade, Lovely Shopping
                                      & Mistletoe                                and a Beautiful Hotel all add to the
                                                                                 magic of Llandudno.

                                       in Llandudno                              A trip to Chester the wonderful walled city with
                                                                                 its majestic Cathedral and shops old and new
                                                                                 are sure to make a day. Another excursion
                                                                                 takes us into the Snowdonia National Park.
                                                                                 Also, free time to explore Llandudno.

        Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner, Bed               THE ST. KILDA HOTEL
        & Breakfast, 2 excursions and entertainment.                             We enjoy a full pre Christmas package during our stay.
              Departure date : Monday 3rd November                               Situated on the promenade overlooking the sea, with a
                                                                                 flat walk into the town. The hotel has a lift.
                          Price : £283.00 per person
                                                                                 All en suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities.
                                    £12.00 Single Supplement

                                                                                                                                           2
                         Christmas Spectacular                                                                                         Days
                                at Tatton Park
                                  Magical Christmas extravaganza set           MARRIOT MANCHESTER AIRPORT ****
                                  in beautiful grounds of the world
                                  famous Tatton Park.                          This luxury hotel has extensive leisure and spa facilities.
                                                                               Guestrooms have luxurious bedding, complimentary toiletries,
                                      This enchanting show is in the           hair dryer, ironing facilities, LCD TV with a selection satellite and
                                      starlit Grand Pavilion. It features a    Freeview channels, air conditioning, WIFI and telephone.
                                      cast of singers, dancers and
                                      speciality acts from stage, screen,
                                      TV and the West End.
                                                                               Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 1 night Dinner,
                                                                               Bed & Breakfast, Tatton Park Show ticket and visit to
                                         The performance incorporates
                                         upbeat dance routines, songs          Trafford Centre.
                                         old and new, with traditional            Departure date : Saturday 15th November
                                         Christmas Carols all leading to a                   Price : £119.00 per person
                                         spectacular finale.
                                                                                                      £25.00 Single Supplement

      5 Turkey & Tinsel                                                          The Fair City of Perth situated on the “Silvery Tay”
                                                                                 Scotland’s longest River, has much to offer the

     Days                                                                        discerning traveller.

                       in Perth
                                                                                 The Salutation Hotel, recently refurbished, visited by
                                                                                 Bonny Prince Charlie during the Jacobite uprising is
                                                                                 conveniently situated for the pedestrian shopping area,
                                                                                 the newly restored Black Watch Museum and the inviting
                                                                                 North Inch spacious riverside walk.
         THE SALUTATION HOTEL                                                    A circular tour taking in the Fife Coast calling at
         The hotel has a lift, all en suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee making     Anstruther, famous amongst other things for an award
         facilities.                                                             winning Fish & Chip Restaurant and a picturesque
         The staff at The Salutation, offer us a warm welcome, hearty            harbour, then on to St Andrews a firm favourite for Golf,
         Scottish food, a Turkey and Tinsel package including “New Year’s        Shops and Ancient History makes a lovely day.
         Eve” celebration during our stay.                                       Another day we follow the Tay bringing
                                                                                 us to Dundee where development
         Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner,                  and refurbishment on a grand scale
         Bed & Breakfast and entertainment.                                      has taken place.
               Departure date : Monday 24th November
                          Price : £209.00 per person
                                    £40.00 Single Supplement

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                                                                                                                                3
                                                                                                                             Days

       This Ultimate Christmas Musical                                           Holiday Itinerary
       One of our most popular tours!!! A three-hour fast moving
       celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic fusion
                                                                                 Day 1 We will depart from your local pick up
                                                                                         point and make comfort stop on route.
       of the seasonal favourites, famous chart topping pop songs                        We will arrive at our hotel in time for
       are sang alongside tradition carols.                                              Dinner
       Thursford is recognised as the largest show of its kind in the country,   Day 2   This morning is free for you to explore the
       if not Europe. With a cast of 130 professional singers, dancers and               City of Norwich before we make our way
       musicians the range of entertainment covered is huge.                             to Thursford for the matinee Christmas
       There is everything from solo performances, to full four part choral              Show. After the show we return to our
       numbers with amazing dancing and costumes.                                        hotel for evening dinner
       Thursford Museum transforms into a Christmas Wonderland                   Day 3   After a leisurely breakfast we depart our
       featuring old fashioned fairgrounds, Dickensian style stalls and                  hotel on our journey home stopping at
       traditional shops.                                                                Boundary Mills Shopping near Grantham
                                                                                         for our complimentary refreshments and
      DE VERE DUNSTON HALL HOTEL****                                                     last minute bargains.
      This imposing Hotel is set in 150 acres                                    Your Holiday includes : Luxury Coach
      of beautiful wooded Norfolk Parkland.                                      Travel, 2 nights DBB. Thursford Show Ticket,
      All bedrooms are en suite with satellite                                   free time in Norwich, visit to Boundary Mills
      TV, hairdryer, tea & coffee, iron and
      board and direct dial telephone.                                           Grantham, with refreshments
      Hotel amenities include lift, restaurant,                                  Departure date : Friday 21st November
      lounge, bar, swimming pool, jacuzzi,                                                   Price : £219.00 per person
      steam room, sauna and gym.                                                                     £40.00 Single Supplement

                  Edinburgh
                                                                                                                                2
                                                                                                                            Days
                  This popular tour gives us a chance to be in
                  Edinburgh at a wonderful time of the year.
                  As well as the usual attractions of the Castle, Palace, Historic
                  Buildings and famous shopping, the Christmas atmosphere is
                  savoured by everyone.
                  Heading towards Christmas the city takes on a winter
                  wonderland theme with European market stalls, outdoor ice rink
                  and many more attractions.

                              THE BEST WESTERN PARK                  Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel and 1 night
                              HOTEL, FALKIRK
                                                                     Dinner, Bed & Breakfast.
                              The hotel has a lift, all en suite
                              rooms have TV, tea/coffee making              Departure date : Saturday 6th December
                              facilities.                                             Price : £77.00 per person
                                                                                               £16.00 Single Supplement

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         5                                                         Christmas
     Days                                                          Sparkle in Stourport
                                                                              We spend Christmas this year at Stourport which is
                                                                              situated on the river Severn.
                                                                              Menzies Stourport Hotel, the former home of Sir Stanley
                                                                              Baldwin one time Prime Minister is now a refurbished
                                                                              hotel set in 23 acres of beautiful grounds. Christmas Eve
                                                                              offers a tour in the area and maybe Midnight Service at
                                                                              Worcester Cathedral.
                                                                              Christmas Day brings us Good Food, Great Company
                                                                              and all the Trimmings of the Festive period.
                                                                              Relax and soak up the atmosphere of this beautiful
                                                                              Hotel.
                                                                              A Trip to the Pantomime is envisaged on Boxing Day.
        Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 4 nights Dinner,
        Bed & Breakfast, excursions and a trip to a Pantomime.                MENZIES STOURPORT MANOR HOTEL
              Departure date : Tuesday 23rd December                          The Hotel has a lift and many ground floor rooms. All en
                         Price : £448.00 per person                           suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities. Leisure
                                   £60.00 Single Supplement                   facilities.

        New Year Celebration                                                                                                   3
                                                                                                                           Days
        in Carlisle
        The modern, vibrant and cultured city of Carlisle is the
        focus of our New Year celebrations.
        With award winning shops, art galleries, pavement cafes and
        the historic quarter. Carlisle really does have something for
        everyone.
        By calling in at the Historic Market town of Hexham and visiting
        Gretna Green with is designer outlet village we are sure to start
        the New Year on a high.

        HALLMARK HOTEL****                                                Your Holiday includes : Luxury Coach travel, 2
        Sparkling Wine drinks reception on New Year’s Eve                 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast (one a New Year’s Eve
                                                                          celebration Dinner). Entertainment. Sparkling wine
        Inside this elegant Victorian building you will find a stunning
        luxury hotel. In a prime city centre location fronting Carlisle’s
                                                                          drinks reception. Visits to Hexham, Gretna Green /
        historic Court Square, the relaxing atmosphere, great food and outlet village
        drink will make your stay one to remember. Bedrooms have a             Departure date :        Tuesday 30th December
        flat screen TV with Freeview, tea and coffee making facilities                     Price :     £244.50 per person
        and a modern en-suite bathroom.                                                                £20.00 Single Supplement

         4                                                                  Scottish Hogmanay
     Days                                                                   We enjoy the flavour of a Scottish Hogmanay when we
                                                                            visit the Best Western Park Hotel Falkirk, which has
                                                                            proven to be a favourite for our End of the Year
                                                                            Celebrations.
                                                                            During our time together we take a short excursion within
                                                                            Central Scotland leaving sufficient time to visit Falkirk’s
                                                                            bustling Shopping Centre and prepare for a full
                                                                            Celebration.
                                                                            Our central location offers the possibility for participation
         Your Holiday includes : Coach Travel, 3 nights Dinner,             in a truly Scottish New Year Event.
         Bed & Breakfast, Gala Dinner, lunch and entertainment.
               Departure date : Tuesday 30th December                       THE BEST WESTERN PARK HOTEL
                          Price : £299.00 per person                        The Hotel has a lift. All en suite rooms have TV, tea/coffee
                                    £48.00 Single Supplement                making facilities.

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                                                                                 MOTOR SERVICES
                                                                   WEARDALE MOTOR SERVICES FLEET
                                                                   Weardale Motor Services have a superb fleet of
                                                                   executive coaches.
                                                                   Our fleet is painted in the renowned Red and White livery which
                                                                   is a familiar sight travelling along the highways and byways of the
                                                                   Northeast, UK and Europe.
                                                                   We have executive coaches ranging from 33 to 61 seats, which
                                                                   are highly specified for your comfort.
                                                                   Coach Specification
                                                                           • All vehicles meet R66 construction standards for
                                                                                 safety
                                                                           • Climate controlled air conditioning
                                                                           • Thermostatic heating
                                                                           • Public address/CD/Radio System
                                                                           • DVD playback
                                                                           • Seat belts
                                                                           • Double glazing
                                                                           • Safety features including anti-lock brakes
                                                                           • Reclining seats
                                                                           • All vehicles are London Emission compliant
                                                                   Plus full size coaches (49 - 61) have
                                                                           • Tea/coffee making facilities
                                                                           • Refrigerator
                                                                           • Toilet and washroom

                                                                   EVENTS AND WEDDINGS
                                                                   From wedding guests to ‘Blue Chip’ conference
                                                                   delegates Weardale Motor Services are experienced in
                                                                   all group transport requirements.
                                                                   If you need to move a group of people in comfort then you are in
                                                                   safe hands. Our family have been in business since 1926. We
                                                                   have a wealth of experience in handling groups of all sizes and
                                                                   our vintage fully restored Double Decker is ideal for transporting
                                                                   your wedding day guests.
                                                                   Our fleet of modern coaches can provide you with an ideal
                                                                   solution and we have a back up service that is second to none.
                                                                   Something worth considering when planning those special
                                                                   occasions. We have experienced, uniformed drivers and you can
                                                                   rely on their expertise.
                                                                   Please discuss your coach requirements with one of our friendly
                                                                   staff and if you require refreshments for your delegates please let
                                                                   us know as this can be organised for you

                                                                   COACH HIRE FOR SCHOOLS
                                                                   For a successful school trip Weardale Motor Services
                                                                   can offer you a service without compromise.
                                                                   We have a new fleet of coaches with the latest safety equipment.
                                                                   We have over 80 years experience and a long list of schools that
                                                                   use our services.
                                                                   Day/Sports/Holiday/Study/Ski Trips we can arrange any kind of
                                                                   school trip for as long as you need in the UK and Europe.
                                                                   Whatever you want to do, we can offer you an excellent service
                                                                   at a competitive price.

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        How to Book                                       are effective only from the date we receive
                                                          such notification.
                                                                                                             traveller to ensure that their passport & visa
                                                                                                             requirements are met and in order before
        To book places on short breaks & holidays
                                                          We charge cancellation fees in accordance          they travel.
        please call to check availability.
                                                          with the following scale:                          We are unable to make refunds to
        If places are available we will make a
                                                          DAYS NOTICE PRIOR CANCELLATION                     passengers unable to travel through failure to
        provisional reservation.
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        To confirm your reservation we will require a                                                        possession of the correct documents.
                                                          TO DEPARTURE DATE
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                                                          (% of holiday price)*                              NB: Most countries require a passport to be
        within ten days.
                                                            More than 42 days        Deposit only            valid for at least six months beyond the
        If we do not receive your booking form within             28 - 42 days              30%              length of your stay.
        this time we must reserve the right to cancel             14 - 27 days              45%              LUGGAGE
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        Please forward booking forms together with                  0 - 6 days            100%               to one suitcase per person with a maximum
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             WEARDALE MOTOR SERVICES                      of deposit payments to an alternative              We allow an overnight bag on European
             Unit 1 Virginia Buildings,                   advertised Weardale tour (subject to               tours. A small holdall can be taken on the
             Prospect Road,                               availability)                                      coach and placed under your seat.
             Crook,                                       Please note: if only part of a booking is          WHEELCHAIRS
             Co. Durham.                                  cancelled this may mean that the
             DL15 8JN.                                                                                       Need to be flat folding due to space
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        Switch & Solo
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        Please Note: All Credit Card transactions will    room.)                                             not accept any responsibility / liability for
        incur a 2.5% surcharge.                                                                              issues or complaints etc arising from
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        For your financial security all monies are held   purchased by us on your behalf we reserve          passengers using other companies whilst on
        in a designated client trust account under EC     the right to retain the cost of said tickets       tour. Moreover any issues or complaints that
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        the tour.                                                                                            you choose to undertake must be directed to
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        which will advise you when the final payment      IF WE CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY                          holidays must take out holiday insurance.
        is due (no reminder will be sent & the final
                                                          If for any unforseen reason we have to cancel All passengers travelling on British holidays
        payment is due no later than six weeks
                                                          a tour we will return all money you have paid are advised to take out holiday insurance.
        before date of departure).
                                                          to us or offer you a suitable replacement.      We strongly advise all our customers to take
        Approximately 10 days before departure you                                                        out travel insurance to cover medical and
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        will receive your departure time and luggage                                                      repatriation costs, loss of baggage, personal
        labels.                                           In the unlikely occurance you have a            injury or death during the course of your
                                                          complaint about your tour, in the first         holiday.
        YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE
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        The price of your holiday is guaranteed and       tour driver and/or the hotel.                   We ask all passengers to sign a disclaimer
        will not be subject to any surcharges except                                                      on the reverse of the booking form and
                                                          If a suitable resolution cannot be found you    forward the name and address of your
        for those resulting from ( fuel, government
                                                          must detail the issue in writing and forward it insurance company to us.
        action, including additional bonding or
                                                          to Weardale Motor Services within 2 weeks
        licensing requirements and VAT). In all cases                                                     We strongly recommend that when travelling
                                                          of the date of the tour.
        we reserve the right to pass these amounts                                                        outside of the UK you obtain an EHIC
        on in full.                                       We take any complaint very seriously, but so (European Health Insurance Card) which will
                                                          we can look at any issue in a full and fair     entitle you to reciprocal health care in the EU.
        Holiday prices include all coach travel,
                                                          manner the procedure must be adhered to.        You can obtain the forms from main post
        accommodation and meals as specified in
        the holiday description and VAT at the            SPECIAL REQUESTS                                offices
        current rate where applicable.                    Any special requests must be made in writing
        Morning coffee, afternoon tea and any other       in the special requests box on the Booking
        refreshments are not included. Some hotels        Form and we will do our best to ensure that
        may make a small additional charge for            we and our suppliers comply with these
        porterage and tea and coffee served after         wherever this is possible.
        lunch or dinner.                                  We cannot under any circumstances
        IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY                        guarantee that such requests will be
                                                          complied with.
        You, or any member of your party, may
        cancel your holiday at any time provided that     PASSPORT
        the cancellation is made by the person            A passport is essential for all holidays outside
        signing the booking form.                         the United Kingdom.
        Cancellations must be made in writing and         Please note that it is the responsibility of the

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                                                                                                                   BOOKING FORM
   Tour Title :                                                                                                            Tour Date :
                                                                                Lead Passenger Address                          Room Type
                    Passenger Name(s)                                             including Postcode                                          Pick Up Point
                                                                                                                           (Single, Double
                    (Lead Passenger First)                                      (All documents will be sent                                    (See page 3)
                                                                                       to this address)                        or Twin)

   Telephone Number of Lead Passenger                              Special requirements or requests (Please note these cannot be guaranteed)
   Home : ..........................................
   Mobile : ..........................................

   Payment Type : All cheques payable to Weardale Motor Services Ltd Please call 01388 760465 to pay by Credit or Debit Card
                                                         Deposit £ ....................   Full Payment £ ....................
   Insurance Disclaimer : Weardale Motor Services DO NOT offer holiday insurance. By signing this form you agree to provide
   your own insurance cover.

   Please return your completed form and payment to : Weardale Motor Services Limited, Unit 1 Virginia Buildings, Prospect
   Road, Crook, Co Durham, DL15 8JN

   Signed :                                                                                                                Date :

                                                                                                                   BOOKING FORM
   Tour Title :                                                                                                            Tour Date :
                                                                                Lead Passenger Address                          Room Type
                     Passenger Name(s)                                            including Postcode                                          Pick Up Point
                                                                                                                            (Single, Double
                    (Lead Passenger First)                                       (All documents will be sent                                   (See page 3)
                                                                                        to this address)                        or Twin)

   Telephone Number of Lead Passenger                               Special requirements or requests (Please note these cannot be guaranteed)
    Home : ..........................................
   Mobile : ..........................................

   Payment Type : All cheques payable to Weardale Motor Services Ltd Please call 01388 760465 to pay by Credit or Debit Card
                                                         Deposit £ ....................   Full Payment £ ....................
   Insurance Disclaimer : Weardale Motor Services DO NOT offer holiday insurance. By signing this form you agree to provide
   your own insurance cover.

   Please return your completed form and payment to : Weardale Motor Services Limited, Unit 1 Virginia Buildings, Prospect
   Road, Crook, Co Durham, DL15 8JN

   Signed :                                                                                                                Date :
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                                                        Booking Agents
                            The Paper Shop, Wolsingham                            01388 527224
                            Green’s News, Tow Law                                 01388 731025
                            Stephenson’s News, Crook                              01388 762271
                            The Post Office, Willington                           01388 746233
                            Bondgate News, Bishop Auckland                        01388 602186
                            Spar Shop, Howden Le Wear                             01388 763227

                           Stanhope Office                         Crook Office
                           For Day Trip Bookings:-                 For Holiday Bookings:-
                                         The Garage                              Unit 1
                                         East End                                Virginia Buildings
                                         Stanhope                                Prospect Road
                                         Bishop Auckland                         Crook
                                         Co Durham                               Co Durham
                                         DL13 2QY                                DL15 8JN
                                         Tel 01388 528235                        Tel 01388 760465
                                         Fax 01388 526080                        Fax 01388 768896

                                  email: enquiries@weardalemotorservices.co.uk
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