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Clocking
up the miles
since 1922
Much more than Door2Door…
our holidays include travel, accommodation,
excursions and admissions!
2020
Tour, explore and relax
Coach holidays with a difference
+ Free time + Memorable visits + Extra touches + Attention to detail
Alan was a very good careful driver… we felt very safe in his
skilled hands – superb
Our privately owned company (now nearing our 100 year caught out by any hidden extras – you’re more likely to
anniversary) is actively and carefully managed by the third be pleasantly surprised by an occasional complimentary
and fourth generations of our family. We have a fleet of more inclusion like a welcome drink or a glass of something
than 20 coaches and a highly experienced team who have with dinner!
accumulated a wealth of knowledge – from the engineers Our holidays are carefully designed to enable customers to
who keep the wheels turning, to the staff who look after enjoy all the benefits of a touring holiday, but with plenty
your booking right through to our friendly tour drivers who of free time for relaxation and the opportunity to explore
are dedicated to ensuring that you have a wonderful holiday independently too. Whilst we include lots of visits that we
with us. think will enhance your holiday, taking part is certainly not
Our attentive planning ensures that we offer a wide choice compulsory and you’re welcome to opt out of a trip and relax
of great value holidays and short breaks that start from just at the hotel or see some sights on your own any time you like!
£189 pp. We always include FREE insurance along with our We’re particularly proud that so many customers travel with
hugely popular Door2Door travel service that’s also FREE us time and time again and, if you’re joining us for the first
within our designated collection area. Our clear, hassle-free time, we hope that you will too!
pricing offers excellent value for money and you won’t be
“A stress free holiday all thanks to Graham, he was brilliant!”
Great value – Look what we include!
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Our Door2Door Service (see page 3)
Winners of the Holiday Programme of
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All excursions, including entrance fees, throughout your holiday
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3 or 4-star accommodation on most departures
The Year
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Breakfast and dinner on most holidays (see below)
at the 2016 National Coach Tourism Awards –
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Porterage, wherever possible
and commended for our innovation and
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All travel (including ferries and flights) detailed in the tour itinerary
creativity plus the high quality and
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Pre-allocated seat
excellent content of our holidays –
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24 hour emergency contact
and finalists again in 2018!
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A simple booking procedure and £40pp deposits!
Look out for added extras like welcome drinks or afternoon tea
Plus we offer optional FREE travel insurance on every tour!
“Carl excellent driver and very helpful and great company”
On most of our holidays you’ll find that
we’ve included breakfast and dinner.
Occasionally, however, we may omit
your evening meal if we feel that the
Typical Seating Plan
chance to explore the local restaurants
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would enhance your holiday. More often
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35
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47
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than not you’ll find that your holiday
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includes an added extra like lunch,
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46
50
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afternoon tea or a welcome drink!
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49
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Please don’t hesitate to call us if you need any further information or guidance when choosing your holiday with us –
we’re always happy to help and, remember, the earlier you book the more chance we have of being able to provide you
with the holiday, room type and seat location of your choice!
2 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.uk
“Jason, lovely driving and a really lovely chap for our first trip.
Hope he’s on another that we choose.”
SAVE with Shaws Your money is in safe hands!
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within
the meaning of the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements
Regulations 2018. Therefore, you will benefit from all rights applying
to packages. E. Shaw & Son will be fully responsible for the proper performance
of the package as a whole. Additionally, as required by law, E. Shaw & Son has
protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in
the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
E. Shaw & Son are members of the Bonded Coach Holiday Group of the
Confederation Of Passenger Transport UK Ltd. This is a government approved
consumer protection scheme. This ensures, that in relation to the coach package
holidays described in this brochure (or website), that the clients’ monies are
protected by a Bond which may be called upon in the unlikely event of the
Member’s Insolvency. Clients are recommended to inspect the current
membership certificate at our registered office or alternatively go to www.bch-
LOYALTY DISCOUNT uk.org or telephone 0207 240 3131 to confirm current membership.
Travel with us on three or more of our holidays Your attention is also drawn to the Bonded Coach Holiday Group Trading
(including short breaks) in any calendar year and take Charter that will apply to these coach package holidays. Details of the Package
advantage of our Loyalty Discount! When you book Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 can be found at
your third tour, just include the booking reference numbers of your www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2018/9780111168479/contents
previous two tours on your booking form and we’ll deduct £15 per person
from your final invoice. For your fourth and any subsequent tours your “Our driver David was first class. He has a lovely manner, is very
discount increases to an even more generous £20 per person! helpful and an excellent driver”
“We have had five enjoyable holidays with Shaws this year.
Ready to book for next year”
You’re in safe hands!
Our luxury, touring class coaches are equipped with
air-conditioning, reclining seats, seat belts, on-
MORE SAVINGS – FOR NATIONAL TRUST,
board toilet and a selection of hot and cold drinks.
ENGLISH HERITAGE OR RHS MEMBERS
They are maintained to the highest standards by
We’ll be pleased to discount the price of your holiday
our in-house and highly skilled engineering team.
by £5 per person per property visited if you choose
Our driver/tour managers are amongst the best in
a holiday that includes a visit to an attraction managed by one of these
the country. Experienced, professional, dedicated
organisations and you have a membership that entitles you to free
and welcoming, they all hold a ‘Driver Certificate of
admission. Please be sure to request your discount when you complete
Professional Competence’ and undergo regular Disclosure & Barring checks.
your booking form (we’ve included a separate section to remind you) –
but do make sure that you have your valid membership card with you on
the tour, otherwise you’ll have to pay your own entrance fee on arrival! Do your bit – go green
Many of us are making changes to our lifestyle in the interests of the
FREE HOLIDAY INSURANCE environment and we, too, are actively seeking ways in which we can
We are pleased to offer all customers an optional contribute. In the office, we ask everyone to recycle and avoid wasting
FREE travel insurance policy, with no age limit, on paper. We ask all our new holiday and day tour customers if they would
all departures subject to you meeting our insurer’s prefer to receive their brochures by email so do please let us know if this is
criteria (see page 51 for further details). something that you would prefer to do in the future? And don’t forget that
travelling by coach can save up to 50 cars on the road, you’re significantly
helping to reduce congestion and emissions by touring with us.
THE ULTIMATE LUXURY –
our free Door2Door service
Our Door2Door service is the only way to start and For groups of 20 or more
finish a holiday and it’s FREE if you live in one of
the following local towns – and from most of the villages that are Why not take advantage of our expertise and ask our Private Groups team to
situated between them and our base in Maxey: arrange a tailor-made tour just for you?
Bourne The Deepings Oakham
“Ian, our driver, was very agreeable, thoughtful, pleasant,
Peterborough Spalding Stamford
efficient – added to the overall enjoyment of the holiday”
Uppingham Whittlesey
Don’t worry if you live outside our free collection area. For neighbouring
towns like Boston, Chatteris, Grantham, Holbeach, Huntingdon, Long Visiting friends & family?
Sutton, March, Melton Mowbray, Oundle, Ramsey, St. Ives, St. Neots, We can often offer seats for travel only, including
Wisbech, we can usually offer the same Door2Door service for a small our Door2Door service but you just need to know
supplementary charge. Please ask for further details and also for availability that this is not covered by the BCH scheme or
of intermediate pick-up points, for example, between Peterborough and Package Holiday Regulations (see above).
Dover on our European tours (e.g. Cambridge Services). Please ask for further details.
Unless otherwise stated, prices are per person and include: Door-to-Door travel 䡲 All accommodation including
breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 3
Index
Booking Forms .......................................Pages 25-26 Holiday Insurance ..........................................Page 51 Seating Plan .....................................................Page 2
Booking Information.......................................Page 51 How to Book ...................................................Page 4 Trading Charter ......................................Pages 27-28
Our ‘Door2Door’ Holidays listed by departure date
Date Days Destination Ref Page Date Days Destination Ref Page
Mon 6 Jan 5 Lazy Days at Littlecote (Warners) C3246 6 Mon 27 July 5 Swanning Around Wells! C3283 33
Fri 17 Jan 3 Winterscapes in Derbyshire C3247 10 Mon 3 Aug 5 Eastbourne by the Sea! A3284 33
Fri 24 Jan 3 Top Secret Weekend C3248 10 Sun 9 Aug 7 Escape to the Highlands! B3285 34
Mon 17 Feb 5 Bournemouth – The Drinks are on Us! A3249 14 Mon 10 Aug 5 Kent Coast & The Garden of England A3286 35
Fri 28 Feb 3 Shaws’ Reunion Weekend C3250 9 Sat 15 Aug 6 The Manx Factor! B3287 29
Mon 9 Mar 5 Exmouth – To The Manor Born! C3251 14 Mon 17 Aug 5 Shropshire & The Severn Valley C3288 35
Sat 14 Mar 2 Settle, Carlisle & Shap Fells B3252 11 Wed 19 Aug 4 Edinburgh Tattoo & The Trossachs B3319 36
Fri 20 Mar 4 The Joe Loss Orchestra Comes To The Pennines! B3253 12 Mon 24 Aug 5 By the Sea in Southsea! A3289 36
Mon 23 Mar 5 A Taste of Cornwall – Newquay C3254 15 Mon 24 Aug 8 France – Secrets of the Auvergne A3290 37
Sun 29 Mar 2 Canterbury – Sunday Night Special A3255 11 Mon 31 Aug 5 Coast-to-Coast in Devon (Tiverton) C3291 38
Mon 30 Mar 5 Isle of Wight – The Beauty of Bembridge (Warners) A3256 6 Mon 31 Aug 5 ‘Llovely’ Llandudno C3292 38
Fri 3 Apr 4 Blossom Time in the Heart of England C3257 12 Mon 7 Sept 5 Northumbria & Co. Durham B3293 39
Sun 5 Apr 5 Springtime in Sidmouth C3258 15 Tue 8 Sept 7 Discover Shetland B3294 40
Fri 10 Apr 4 A ‘Peaks & Dales’ Easter B3259 13 Mon 14 Sept 5 Discover Dundee B3295 39
Tue 14 Apr 6 Killarney’s Forty Shades of Green C3260 17 Mon 21 Sept 5 Lakes & Mountains C3296 41
Wed 15 Apr 7 The Isles of Scilly C3261 19 Tue 22 Sept 6 Jersey – The Monterey Hotel C3297 8
Fri 17 April 4 Yorkshire’s Heritage Coast B3262 13 Tue 22 Sept 6 Jersey – The Fort D’Auvergne Hotel C3298 8
Mon 20 Apr 5 Scotland’s Glens & Bens B3263 16 Sun 27 Sept 5 Welsh Mountains & Valleys C3299 41
Mon 27 Apr 5 Yorkshire’s Beautiful Dales B3264 16 Mon 28 Sept 9 The Italian Riviera A3300 42
Sun 3 May 5 Elegant Gardens A3265 18 Mon 5 Oct 5 Cruising Through Scotland! B3301 43
Mon 4 May 5 Steaming Through the Bulbfields A3266 21 Fri 9 Oct 3 Lovely Lakes & Iconic Illuminations B3302 43
Mon 11 May 5 The English Riviera (Torquay) C3267 18 Sun 11 Oct 5 Cotswolds Autumn Colour C3303 44
Tue 12 May 6 Jersey – The Monterey Hotel C3268 8 Mon 12 Oct 5 Riverscapes & Romans B3304 44
Tue 12 May 6 Jersey – The Fort D’Auvergne Hotel C3269 8 Mon 19 Oct 5 Constable Country A3305 45
Mon 18 May 5 The Isle of Arran B3270 20 Mon 19 Oct 5 Arklow Bay & The Wicklow Mountains C3306 45
Sun 24 May 5 Picturesque Pembrokeshire & The Gower C3271 20 Sun 25 Oct 2 Dip Into Derbyshire! C3307 46
Mon 1 June 5 Discover Dorset C3272 22 Mon 26 Oct 5 Autumn Colours in the Wye Valley (Warners) C3308 7
Sun 7 June 5 Edinburgh & Loch Lomond B3273 22 Sun 1 Nov 2 A Night in York B3318 46
Mon 8 June 5 Snowdonia’s Famous Little Trains C3274 23 Mon 2 Nov 5 The Malvern Towns C3309 47
Thu 11 June 5 Holiday on Hayling! A3275 23 Mon 9 Nov 5 Party Time in Paignton C3310 47
Mon 15 June 5 Bournemouth & The New Forest A3276 30 Fri 20 Nov 3 Ludlow Medieval Fayre C3311 48
Mon 22 June 5 Roaming Around The Ribble Valley C3277 30 Mon 23 Nov 5 Festive Fun & Food at Bodelwyddan Castle (Warners) C3312 7
Sat 27 June 6 Scotland’s Highlands & Islands B3279 24 Fri 27 Nov 4 Christmas Markets on the South Coast A3313 49
Mon 6 July 5 The Magnificent Malvern Hills C3278 31 Fri 4 Dec 3 A Tudor Inspired Christmas Weekend A3320 48
Tue 14 July 7 Isle of Wight (Sandown) A3280 32 Fri 4 Dec 4 Un Joyeux Noel at the Chateau! A3315 49
Sun 19 July 5 The Heartlands of Ireland C3281 31 Wed 23 Dec 5 Christmas by the Coast (Bournemouth) A3316 50
Tue 21 July 7 Summer in St. Agnes C3282 32 Wed 30 Dec 4 A ‘Hallmark’ New Year at Mickleover C3317 50
How to book your Shaws Door2Door holiday
Normally, it takes just one quick and simple phone call or email to book your holiday. After we’ve received your booking form, we’ll send you (or your travel agent) a
Occasionally, we may have to call you back if we need to check room availability, confirmation invoice which records your booking details and shows the balance due
especially for late bookings. We’re always pleased to see customers if you prefer to book and the date by which it should be paid to us (usually 8 weeks before departure).
in person or if you would like any extra advice or assurance before booking that you’d like Please check that the details are correct and make a note of the balance due date, as
to discuss face to face. we do not send reminders – and receipts will only be sent if you specifically request one.
For telephone and email bookings, your reservation will be held for you for one week Please remember that you must pay the balance to the office or travel agent at
whilst you complete your booking form and send it to us with your non-refundable which you originally made your booking.
deposit of just £40 per person. Please make sure that you have read our Financial Your ticket will be sent to you (or your agent) approximately 7-10 days before the
Protection Statement, Trading Charter, terms & conditions and the tour itinerary. departure date and it will show both the time and place of departure for your holiday.
Your deposit payment includes an optional FREE holiday insurance premium. Please notify the office at which you made your booking if you have not received your
We accept payments by cheque, credit card, debit card or cash (at our office). You can also ticket within 5 days of departure (or if you lose your ticket).
make a counter reservation with any of our approved, local travel agents (ring us for details You’ll find a coach seating plan on page 2, booking forms are in the centre (pages 25
of your nearest agent), but please remember that all correspondence and travel tickets will and 26) and don’t forget to read our Trading Charter (pages 27 and 28) and our Financial
be sent to you via your agent. Please remember too, that you’ll need to pay the full amount Protection Statement (page 3) before you make your booking.
if you are making a reservation less than 8 weeks before the tour departure date.
4 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.uk
Lerwick (p.40)
We’ve got some exciting new
destinations lined up for 2020, but
also some old favourites too! From
beautiful gardens in Europe to
unforgettable scenery and the
unique way of life on Shetland,
theres so much to choose from.
Dornoch (p.34)
Aberdeen (p.40)
Morar (p.24)
Crianlarich (p.16) Dundee (p.39)
Kinross (p.36)
Dunfermline (p.40)
Cumbernauld (p.20)
Rothesay (p.24)
Larkhall (p.43)
Blackwaterfoot (p.20)
South Shields (p.44)
Carlisle (p.11)
Corbridge (p.39)
Newby Bridge (p.41)
Skipton (p.16)
Douglas (p.29) York (p.46)
Billington (p.30)
St. Annes (p.43) North Ferriby (p.13)
Leyland (p.9)
Huddersfield (p.12)
Enfield (p.31) Pott Shrigley (p.46)
Rotherham (p.13)
Llandudno (p.38)
Llanberis (p.23)
Mickleover (p.10 & 50)
Arklow (p.45)
Telford (p.s 35 & 48)
Bodelwyddan (p.7)
Llandrindod Wells (p.41) Stourport (p.12)
Killarney (p.17)
Holme Lacy (p.7) Malvern (p.31 & 47)
Colchester (p.18 & 45)
Carmarthen (p.20) Cheltenham (p.44)
Croydon (p.48)
Wells (p.33) Littlecote (p.6)
Canterbury (p.11)
Evershot (p.20) Southampton (p.49) Folkestone (p.35)
Southsea (p.36)
Tiverton (p.38)
Eastbourne (p.33)
Hayling Island (p.23)
Newquay (p.15) Bembridge (p.6)
St. Agnes (p.32) Sandown (p.32)
Sidmouth (p.15) Dorchester Bournemouth (p.14, 30 & 50)
Isles of Scilly (p.19) Exmouth (p.14) (p.22)
Paignton (p.47) Torquay (p.18)
Amersfoort (p.21)
Book an award winning holiday with us and enjoy Vélizy-Villacoublay (p.37)
St. Helier (p.8)
total relaxation, we really have thought of Saclay (p.49)
Orléans (p.37)
everything from the moment you leave home.
Dijon (p.42)
Issoire (p.37)
Viareggio (p.42)
Unless otherwise stated, prices are per person and include: Door-to-Door travel 䡲 All accommodation including
breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 5
The Warner
Relax and Unwind
You can really switch off and make
Hotel Experience
time for yourself at a Warner’s
adults only hotel. Warm, welcoming
and carefully decorated bedrooms
Enjoy a grown-up treat in one of Warner’s provide a haven for relaxation and
are complimented by superb indoor
lovely, adult only hotels, all set in beautiful
leisure and spa facilities.
locations and offering so much more than
just a place to stay!
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Also includes a FREE Prosecco & canapés Bembridge
pre dinner reception on Monday Monday 30 March 2020 – 5 Days
If you’ve had a busy Christmas, a few days away at one of Warner’s It’s easy to see why guests at Bembridge Coast think it’s the perfect
luxury hotels is the perfect way to start the year! Built in the 16th seaside hotel! The pretty village of Bembridge lies on the eastern
century, this beautiful mansion has a unique story. The stunning tip of the much-loved Isle of Wight and the hotel has unrivalled
location has played host to occupying Romans, a Tudor tryst and views across the Solent – the Queen Mother used to come here to
even a Civil War army! The grounds contain an ornate Roman watch the yachts during Cowes Week! On a fine day, find yourself a
mosaic floor; Henry VIII courted Jane Seymour here and the D-Day deckchair out in the grounds, order a cup of tea and take your
landings were planned within the house, when it served as the binoculars for a leisurely morning watching the ships sail by! Just
headquarters of the US 101st Army. England’s last remaining below the hotel, you can take a stroll along an unspoilt, secluded
Cromwellian chapel in a private house is also here. So, lots to keep shoreline where you’ll find a wonderful beach – or stay within the
the historians amongst you entertained, in addition to all the usual historic grounds and take a peek at the award-winning walled
daytime activities on offer, the chance to relax and, of course, four gardens. Enjoy dinner in the Four Tides restaurant each evening
evenings of great entertainment! followed by live music and dancing in the Late Lounge – the theme
will be ‘From West End to Warner’s’ featuring songs from Les Mis,
Mon Put away the Christmas decorations, leave the chores behind and
Cats and the Jersey Boys.
look forward to being looked after for the next five days! At Littlecote,
get to know your fellow travellers during our complimentary Prosecco Mon Outward journey.
and canapés pre-dinner reception. Tue Join us for an afternoon ride to Shanklin where you’ll find some
Tue Enjoy a lazy morning then join us for an informative guided tour of charming thatched cottages in the Old Village.
the nearby Living Rain Forest this afternoon. Wed Our round-the-island tour takes in some spectacular scenery and
Wed Take your pick – shop at Swindon’s Designer Outlet, visit the STEAM sea views, calling at Isle of Wight Pearl, the Needles and Ryde.
museum or stay at Littlecote and enjoy the top-class facilities on offer. Thu Morning visit to the picturesque village of Godshill, a quintessential
Thu Our morning trip to Newbury (on market day) includes the English village, which boasts some of the oldest architecture on the
opportunity to discover a little local history at the town’s West Berkshire island and a delightful medieval church.
Museum. Fri Homeward bound.
Fri Homeward bound, feeling relaxed, refreshed and ready to tackle
2020! ACCESS: Please note that single rooms at Bembridge may be located in
chalet accommodation or in Ledge House, where there is no lift.
y REF: C3246 y January special! Now priced at £395pp! Upgrade to a balcony room to enjoy the sunrise over the Solent.
y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT y REF: A3256 y £480 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A ROOM UPGRADE OR SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE? Please ask us for further details if you would like to enhance your stay by upgrading to a
Signature or Royale room.
ADULTS ONLY – all guests at a Warner Hotel must be aged 21 or over.
6 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.uk
Eat & Drink! Try Something New? Live Entertainment Every Night
The extensive breakfast buffet Why not learn a new talent (or As inviting as your luxury bedroom
selection will set you up for the day perfect an existing one) with the may be, you won’t want to miss the
and there are lounges, bars and huge range of exciting, daytime top class entertainment (live bands,
coffee shops for lunches, lazy pursuits that are available? comedy acts, tribute artists,
afternoon teas and early evening Activities vary from hotel to hotel dancing and much more), which are
drinks. Round off the day with an but can range from archery to a highlight of a holiday at every
evening meal prepared for you by zumba! Your Warner hosts aim to Warner hotel!
award-winning chefs. offer something for everyone!
“I had a fantastic time. There was so much to do and we enjoyed every single day”
Festive Fun & Food At
Wa r n e r s H o l i d a y s
Bodelwyddan Castle
Monday 23 November 2020 – 5 Days
Autumn Colours
In The Wye Valley – Also includes lunch on Friday
Holme Lacy Christmas preparations can wait whilst you sit back and enjoy an
Monday 26 October 2020 – 5 Days entertaining, festive-themed holiday within the grounds of a
romantic Grade II listed castle, not far from Snowdonia. Whilst
Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel owes its roots to the Victorians you’ll
Stay in one of the prettiest parts of rural Britain at this Grade I listed now find that it has all the amenities of a modern hotel, including
mansion in the Wye Valley! In a picturesque, lakeside setting and a superb range of leisure facilities and plenty of daily activities,
surrounded by 20 acres of stunning, landscaped parkland and plus nightly live entertainment. The property benefited from a £6
gardens, Holme Lacy has delighted a glittering array of guests in million renovation in 2015 and has been awarded a 4* AA award.
the past, from King Charles I to one of Queen Victoria’s daughters. Bring a warm coat and enjoy an invigorating stroll in the beautiful
Now it’s your turn to discover its many charms, including the grounds, then unwind in the Mulberry Leisure Club. Later, enjoy the
beautifully decorated ‘Blue Room’ and the great entertainment festive-themed food and entertainment in the lovely St. David’s
available in the Late Lounge! restaurant before heading to the fabulous Lowther Hall to enjoy
Autumn is a lovely time of year in this part of the world and you can live music, entertainment and dancing
look forward to seeing some beautiful colours during our scenic
Mon Outward journey.
rides through the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean!
Tue After a leisurely morning at the hotel, join us for a scenic afternoon
Mon Outward journey. tour across the Denbigh Moors and along the Conwy Valley to the
Tue Stock up your bookshelves during this afternoon’s visit to Hay-on- classic, seafront town of Llandudno.
Wye! Located at the foot of the Black Mountains, it’s famous all over the Wed Get ahead with your Christmas shopping during today’s visit to
world for second-hand and antiquarian bookshops. Chester. With its medieval ‘Rows’, this is a city that’s full of history and
Wed Join us for a scenic tour along the beautiful Wye Valley, over the yet one that’s also bursting at the seams with unique modern shops
Severn Bridges and through the ancient woodlands of the Forest of Dean. and places to eat!
Thu Make the most of the hotel’s luxurious facilities. Thu Relax at leisure.
Fri Homeward bound stopping off in the riverside city of Worcester – Fri Homeward bound, with a stop at the World of Wedgwood in
best known for its magnificent cathedral, the world renowned Worcester Stoke-on-Trent for a tasty lunch to round off the holiday – and maybe
Porcelain, the piquant Worcestershire Sauce and the most picturesque an opportunity to find a few more gifts at the Wedgwood store and
cricket ground in the country! adjacent Factory Outlet?
y REF: C3308 y £520 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT y REF: C3312 y £520 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS & WHEELCHAIRS
Conditions apply for guests who wish to take a mobility scooter to any Warner hotel. Please let us know if this applies to you so that we can
bring them to your attention before you make a reservation.
Unless otherwise stated, prices are per person and include: Door-to-Door travel 䡲 All accommodation including
breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 7
Jersey
From £630
Shor t Breaks
Book A ‘Round The Island’ Tour For Just £21 pp!
We offer a choice of two hotels in St. Helier for our popular holidays
by air to the lovely island of Jersey. The Monterey has been a
favourite for many years but many customers also like the more
traditional (but equally comfortable) Fort D’Auvergne, located by
the sea. Both are part of the excellent Morvan family hotel group.
Sheltered by the mainland and warmed by the Gulf of St. Malo,
© Visit Jersey.com
© Visit Jersey.com
visitors to Jersey can look forward to subtropical plant life,
excellent, local seafood and an abundance of wildlife!
Your holiday will include our Door2Door service to and from East
Midlands Airport for your short, unaccompanied flight to Jersey.
You’ll be met at Jersey airport and return transfers to your chosen
MONTEREY HOTEL HHH
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, WiFi and hospitality tray
hotel are included. We also offer the option of a prebooked ‘round
y Restaurant and bar/lounge y Evening entertainment 2 nights per week
the island’ tour, with photo stops along the way and a visit to Jersey
y Outdoor swimming pool and patio y Indoor pool complex with spa
Pearl! Other optional excursions and car hire are available from
bath, steam room & mini-gym y Lift
each hotel.
THINGS TO DO IN JERSEY INCLUDE y Superior rooms may be available at a supplement
Jersey Opera House
FORT D’AUVERGNE HOTEL HHH
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, WiFi & hospitality tray
For an evening out, check out what’s happening at the lovely
y Seafront restaurant, promenade bar & lounge
Opera House
y Evening entertainment 4 nights per week y Indoor pool complex with
Durrell Wildlife Park
views over the bay y Sea front sun terrace y Lift
Get face to face with some of the most endangered animals in
y Sea view rooms, some with balcony, may be available at a supplement
the world!
Mont Orgueil Castle
This fort protected Jersey from the French invasion for over 600 years! ACCESS: At the Fort D’Auvergne, there are 2 steps to the main entrance,
Jersey War Tunnels 3 steps to the bar and a few steps to the restaurant. Please notify us well in
A permanent reminder of the island’s occupation during WW2. advance if you need any assistance in boarding the aircraft.
Island Hopping Monterey Fort D’Auvergne
Explore Guernsey, Herm or Sark – or even take a day trip to France Tue 12 May 2020 x 6 days £650 (C3269) £630 (C3268)
(provided you have your passport)! Tue 22 Sept 2020 x 6 days £650 (C3298) £630 (C3297)
Jersey Pottery Single supplement: £50
Manufacturing fine ceramics since 1946!
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these holidays, which will be supplied to customers prior to booking, and these holidays are excluded from the financial protection offered by the Bonded Coach
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“Excellent weekend. Many
thanks to everyone”
“Many thanks and
congratulations to all who made
the weekend so enjoyable”
“Carl’s bingo was great!”
“I enjoyed the reunion w/e.
Everyone was really friendly”
“We really appreciate all the
planning to provide us with a
lovely reunion weekend”
Reunion Weekend
Friday 28 February 2020 – 3 Days
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Also includes welcome refreshments and two lunches
Does a weekend of good food, good fun and good company sound
appealing? We hope so as we’d love you to join us on our Annual
Reunion Weekend! Our 2020 venue is a 4 star hotel in Lancashire
where you’ll be able to meet up with friends that you’ve made on
our holidays and you’re sure to make some new acquaintances too.
And don’t worry if you’ve not travelled on one of our previous
weekends – or even on any of our tours, you’ll still be warmly
welcomed by everyone.
Our journeys to and from the hotel take in some pretty scenery –
as well as lunch – and we’re thrilled to be able to offer the Sat Today, we are heading into Liverpool. Your visit will start with a
opportunity for our guests to spend some time in the amazing city short, guided tour and light refreshments at the fascinating Merseyside
of Liverpool! As always, our friendly team will be keeping you Maritime Museum, which is located on the historic waterfront.
entertained throughout – and there are rumours that there may There’s so much to see here, including a compelling exhibition
be more ‘Carlingo’ (if you don’t know what that is, you’ll have to exploring Liverpool’s central role in the Titanic story. You’ll then have
join us to find out but it’s definitely not to be missed)! free time to explore as you wish – maybe visiting the historic Albert
Dock, the Beatles Story or even taking a ‘Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey’ –
Fri Our journey to Lancashire includes a light lunch at one of Hallmark’s
or you’re welcome to join us back on the coach this afternoon for a
other 4 star hotels, followed by a scenic drive through the Peak District.
guided tour of the city and some of its most famous sites? Back at the
At the hotel, relax over a cup of tea (with cakes!), whilst we deliver your
hotel, you’ll have time to change into something a little more glamorous
luggage to your room and then come down when you’re ready for this
for our Gala Dinner, which will be followed by the chance to dance the
evening’s dinner and entertainment.
night away or just enjoy listening to the music!
Sun After breakfast, we set off for a scenic ride past the Forest of
Bowland and along the edge of Yorkshire’s picturesque dales.
There’s time for a short visit to the market town of Skipton, before
the usual traditional Sunday lunch rounds off our weekend together.
HALLMARK HOTEL PRESTON LEYLAND HHH
y Rooms with TV, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and hospitality
tray y Restaurant, bar and reception lounge
y Gym, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi
ACCESS: Sorry, no lift here but ground floor bedrooms maybe available on
request. The remaining rooms are either just one flight down or one flight up
from the reception level.
y REF: C3250 y £330 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £60
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breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 9
Top Secret
Weekend
Friday 24 January 2020 – 3 Days
Winterscapes
Why not liven up an often quiet month with a little intrigue and
in Derbyshire mystery on our ‘Top Secret Getaway’?
You won’t know where you’re going until the coach stops but
Friday 17 January 2020 – 3 Days customers usually have great fun speculating along the way!
Everything is top secret but we’ll give you a couple of teasers to
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Also includes welcome refreshments and lunch on keep you guessing. First, we can reveal that you will be staying at
a 3 star Best Western Hotel and secondly, we can tell you that you
Sunday
won’t have been there before with us!
As usual, breakfasts and evening meals are all part of the deal, along
The Derbyshire countryside is with travel to and from your surprise destination and, of course, our
quite spectacular at any time of highly valued Door2Door taxi service. As to the itinerary, there may
the year and not too far to travel be opportunities for shopping and sightseeing (sorry but we can’t
to either. With its seriously well- say more than that!), but there will definitely be time for you to relax
equipped gym, sauna, steam in the hotel’s comfortable lounge bar and perhaps enjoy a dip in the
room and heated indoor pool, indoor pool! After a busy Christmas, what more could you want?
Hallmark’s 4 star Mickleover Court Maybe a warm coat if you’re sightseeing, a good book for relaxing –
has all the ingredients for a and a sense of adventure perhaps?
relaxing stay. It’s proved very
popular on our previous visits and 3 STAR HOTEL
there’s even some entertainment y Rooms with TV, phone, hairdryer, WiFi and hospitality tray
arranged on Saturday evening! y Restaurant and lounge bar
y Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym & Jacuzzi
y Beauty treatments (prebooking advisable)
© Flickr – ianpreston
Fri Our hotel isn’t too far from
y Patio/terrace
Derby and hidden behind the
Guildhall is one of Derby’s greatest
ACCESS: Sorry, no lift. Ground floor bedrooms are available and there is
treasures: the Victorian Market Hall,
just one flight of steps to other rooms.
y Executive rooms may be available at a supplement
which was the first purpose-built market hall in England! We’ll stop for a
y REF: C3248 y £269 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £30
couple of hours before checking in.
Sat The choice is yours! Spend the day relaxing in the hotel’s leisure
facilities or join us for a tour of the area, calling at Bakewell and Buxton.
Back at the hotel, there’ll be a chance to enjoy a band-style evening of
musical entertainment after dinner. Treat yourself to a weekend away in January!
Sun Our journey home includes a short but memorable visit to the These two short breaks are an ideal
nearby National Memorial Arboretum before a late lunch will add the opportunity to just relax and put your feet up!
finishing touch to this easy-going weekend.
Think of us as your personal chauffeur as we
HALLMARK HOTEL MICKLEOVER COURT HHHH whisk you away to a lovely hotel – not too far
y Air-conditioned rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, trouser press, away – and then enjoy the luxury of someone
ironing equipment, WiFi and hospitality tray y Restaurant and lounge bar
y Patio/terrace y Indoor pool, sauna, steam room Jacuzzi & gym
else making your bed and cooking your meals
y Beauty treatments (Pre-booking direct is advisable) y Lift for a couple of days – and don’t forget that
ACCESS: There are steps to the pool and changing rooms these breaks include our usual Door2Door
y REF: C3247 y £275 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT service!
10 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.ukCanterbury
Sunday 29 March 2020 – 2 Days
Settle, Carlisle
Get to know not just one but two
& Shap Fells! of Kent’s fine cathedral cities –
Rochester and Canterbury –
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Saturday 14 March 2020 – 2 Days on this Sunday Night Special!
Canterbury’s fame as the mother
church of the Anglican faith is
This great value, mini-weekend
world-renowned and a visit to the
features scenic travel by road and
Cathedral is a must, but don’t
rail – including a trip on the world-
miss the Roman Museum that tells
famous Settle-Carlisle line! Half a
of even earlier times in the city.
million passengers take this
Whilst not being quite so well
journey every year and the
known, Rochester’s Cathedral is
majority of them do so just for the
equally noteworthy – dating from
sheer pleasure of touring through
AD604, it’s England’s second
some of the most magnificent
oldest cathedral! There’s also a fine Norman Castle and as you
scenery in the north of England!
wander round the city, you can’t miss the many connections to the
A 4* city centre hotel in the border
author, Charles Dickens!
town of Carlisle provides a
Our hotel in Canterbury is just a 10 minute walk from the city centre
convenient and comfortable
and the Cathedral.
location for our overnight stay.
Sun Travel to Kent, stopping off in Rochester for a guided tour of
Sat Travel north to the Yorkshire
the cathedral and free time before we make our way to the hotel.
town of Skipton, with time to
This evening, we’ve arranged an after dinner speaker to give you a
wander around the ‘Gateway to the
potted guide to Canterbury which will help you make the most of your
Dales’ and maybe visit the medieval
time tomorrow.
castle before this afternoon’s
Mon After breakfast, please leave your bags in Reception before you
(diesel) train journey from Skipton to Carlisle. We’ll be waiting for you
head into town – being sure to be back by 3.30 pm for our homeward
(with your luggage) at the Hallmark Hotel, which is right by the station
journey.
in Carlisle.
Sun After breakfast, leave your luggage with us and perhaps enjoy a
BEST WESTERN ABBOTS BARTON HOTEL HHH
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, trouser press, WiFi and
stroll around the city centre before making your way to the station to
hospitality tray y Restaurant and lounge bar
catch the Virgin Trains service to Preston, which climbs up and over
y Garden & patio terrace y Lift
Shap Fells before passing through the beautiful Lune Gorge to
Carnforth. From here, the line runs along the shore of Morecambe Bay
with wonderful views across the water. We’ll be waiting for you at ACCESS: There are corridor steps to some bedrooms so please let us know
if this may cause you any difficulty.
y REF: A3255 y £189 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £10
Preston to complete your journey home.
HALLMARK HOTEL CARLISLE HHHH
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and
hospitality tray y Restaurant, bar and lounge y Lift If it’s your first time on a coach holiday or
ACCESS: There are 5 steps at the entrance to the hotel you’ve never travelled with us before, why not
y REF: B3252 y £225 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £20 try one of these great little ‘taster’ breaks?
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breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 11The Joe Loss Blossom Time
Orchestra In The Heart
comes to The Pennines of England
Friday 20 March 2020 – 4 Days
Friday 3 April 2020 – 4 Days
Also includes pre dinner drink each evening & lunch on
Monday Join us for a relaxing weekend
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meandering through the pretty
countryside of Worcestershire,
We’re delighted to present this Gloucestershire and Herefordshire
exciting new weekend that in the Heart of England. The
features an evening with the beautiful blossom for which the
legendary Joe Loss Orchestra, area is so famous will add another
© Flickr – Ben Salter
now led by Todd Miller. This dimension to panoramic views
world-renowned Big Band are from the comfort of your coach
favourites of the Royals with the seat.
ability to bring together people of The weekend is based at the
all different musical tastes and welcoming Hallmark Hotel, which is located just outside the
ages. Get ready for a foot-tapping, finger-clicking evening of hits riverside town of Stourport-on-Severn. This lovely Victorian building
from the 50’s through to the 80’s. Head to the dance floor or is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. As it was once the
experience the music from the comfort of your seat, the night is stately home of Stanley Baldwin, Prime Minister, it has welcomed
yours to enjoy! You can also look forward to seeing some of many dignitaries over the years – and now it’s your turn to be a VIP!
Yorkshire’s beautiful countryside as well as visiting Harewood
Fri Our journey to Stourport includes time to explore Stratford-upon-
House, one of the county’s top attractions – and staying at a
Avon.
spacious, modern hotel, located high in the Pennine countryside.
Sat Sit back and enjoy our drive through the beautiful Malvern Hills,
Fri Travel to the Cedar Court Hotel stopping off for a couple of hours in calling at Ledbury with its ancient Market Hall and also the delightful
Wakefield where you might like to visit the Cathedral or the Hepworth Victorian spa town of Great Malvern with its magnificent Abbey.
Museum. Meet your fellow guests over this evening’s pre-dinner drink Sun A ride through the Cotswolds on the Gloucestershire-Warwickshire
and later, relax as you listen to some light entertainment. railway is followed by free time to explore Cheltenham and then a
Sat Visit Harewood House, where you’ll find an impressive art guided tour around the Evesham Blossom Trail.
collection, furniture by Chippendale, award-winning gardens and Mon Depart for Worcester where we’ve arranged an introductory talk
much more. Back at the hotel, put on your dancing shoes for tonight’s and a short walking tour before a leisurely cruise on the River Severn
Gala dinner and entertainment by the fabulous Joe Loss Orchestra, and free time for sightseeing – and maybe a spot of lunch – before we
now in their 90th year! make our way home.
Sun Enjoy our scenic tour of the lovely Dales countryside, calling at
Skipton and Harrogate – and then look forward to another evening of HALLMARK HOTEL STOURPORT MANOR HHHH
live entertainment. y Rooms with TV/radio, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and
Mon Our homeward journey through Derbyshire’s picturesque Peak hospitality tray y Restaurant and lounge/bar y Indoor pool, sauna,
District includes lunch to round off a special weekend! steam room, gym, spa bath, solarium, aerobics studio, squash courts and
tennis courts y Garden and patio/terrace
CEDAR COURT HOTEL HHHH ACCESS: No lift. Bedrooms are on the ground floor and first floor. A chair lift
y Rooms with TV, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and hospitality is available to avoid a small flight of stairs to the ground floor bedrooms and
tray y Restaurant and lounge bar y Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, steps to the leisure club can be avoided by walking around the outside of
gym, Jacuzzi, lift y Executive rooms may be available at a supplement the hotel.
y REF: B3253 y £450 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £45 y REF: C3257 y £375 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £60
12 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.ukYorkshire’s
Heritage Coast
Friday 17 April 2020 – 4 Days
A ‘Peaks & Dales’
Also includes welcome refreshments & lunch on Monday
Easter
Friday 10 April 2020 – 4 Days Stay in a great location and enjoy
fabulous views of the Humber
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Also includes lunch on Monday Bridge on this coast and country
weekend touring across
Humberside and Yorkshire!
Spend a relaxing Easter weekend Take in some sea air at charming
© VisitEngland – Visit Hull and East Yorkshire
at one of South Yorkshire’s finest Heritage Coast resorts, be
4 star hotels, which started life as beguiled by the lovely market
a 17th century manor house. town of Beverley and find out
Most of the well-equipped why Hull recently won European
bedrooms are located in a modern City of Culture!
extension and most of the public
Fri Travel via the cathedral city of
© Flickr – helen@littlethorpe
areas overlook the beautifully
landscaped gardens. Lincoln and over the impressive
Humber Bridge to our hotel, which is on the north bank of the river.
Fri Your weekend starts with a visit Sat Spend the morning in the delightful town of Beverley, wandering
to Renishaw Hall. Generations of the round the popular Saturday market, delving into the surrounding
Sitwell family have made their mark streets and courtyards and maybe taking a look at the impressive
on the architecture and gardens of this elegant Derbyshire estate. Minster? This afternoon, take a stroll along the seafront at Hornsea.
Sat We head into the Peak District, calling at Castleton where you Sun Head over the undulating Yorkshire Wolds to the coast for visits
might like to treat yourself to an Easter present of the locally mined to the popular resorts of Bridlington and Scarborough.
Blue John Stone. En route to Bakewell, we’ll take you past the Mon Follow the Humber to Hull, where you might not be familiar with
Ladybower Reservoir, where the Dambusters practised for their famous the quaint cobbled streets of the city’s Old Town. Hull has a rich history
WWII raid on the Mohne Dam. Then, this afternoon, you’ll visit Hardwick of trading which dates back to the medieval Hanseatic League, find out
Hall. Built in the 16th century by the legendary Bess of Hardwick, you’ll more during our guided coach tour, enjoy lunch on us and then perhaps
find that much here has survived almost unchanged. visit the free Museums Quarter to find out more about the city’s history.
Sun Take a nostalgic ride on one of the lovingly restored trams and
HALLMARK HOTEL HULL HHHH
reminisce as you stroll along the old village street during today’s visit
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and
to the National Tramway Museum. Later, wander through the riverside
hospitality tray y Restaurant and lounge bar y Gym and steam room
gardens in Matlock Bath.
y Garden and patio area
Mon Sit back and feast your eyes on the picturesque Derbyshire Dales
scenery as we wend our way to the spa town of Buxton. A late lunch as
ACCESS: Sorry, no lift. Ground floor bedrooms may be available and other
we head home will bring the break to a very convivial close!
rooms are either first or second floor.
y Superior rooms may be available at a supplement
HELLABY HALL HOTEL HHHH y REF: B3262 y £350 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £45
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and
hospitality tray y Restaurant, lounge and bar areas y Indoor pool,
sauna, steam room, gym and spa pool y Beauty treatments available
y Garden and patio/terrace y Lift
Treat yourself to one of our extended
y Superior rooms may be available at a supplement weekend breaks from just £350 pp with lots
y REF: B3259 y £425 y SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £48 of added extras for your extra enjoyment!
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breakfasts and dinners 䡲 All excursions & admissions in the itinerary 䡲 Please ask for details of room upgrades 13Exmouth –
Bournemouth – To The Manor Born
The Drinks Are On Us! Monday 9 March 2020 – 5 Days
Monday 17 February 2020 – 5 Days y Dartmoor scenery y Exeter Cathedral
y New Forest y Salisbury Cathedral y Entertainment on three evenings
y Evening entertainment
Also includes welcome refreshments and half price bar
Also includes a half price bar (on selected brands) from (on selected brands) from 6-9pm each evening plus
S p r i ng Hol i d ays
6-9pm each evening and a light lunch on Wednesday. refreshments at Exeter Cathedral
With a half price bar each A lovely holiday in a delightful
evening, this great value break in estuarial resort, staying in a
the classic south coast resort of traditional Victorian hotel that
Bournemouth is a perfect way to oozes character – and offers extra
brighten up the short but often special value with a half price bar
dreary month of February! offer each evening, as well as
Designed to be a leisurely holiday, three nights entertainment (a
it will be a treat to just relax by the singer, a pianist and a games
sea, wander into town or stroll evening)!
along the cliff top – and maybe visit the fascinating Russell Cotes True to its name, Exmouth lies
Art Gallery & Museum? where the River Exe meets the sea. It boasts the longest seafront in
Your holiday hotel is in a great spot on West Cliff Road, just a short Devon and Cornwall and is well known for its wildlife, so be sure to
stroll along from the cliff top walks and down to the town centre, pack your binoculars if you would like to try and tick a few waders
which is notable for its fine Victorian architecture! and seabirds off your list! The family-run, Manor Hotel has occupied
a prime spot on Exmouth’s historic Regency Beacon since 1790 and
Mon Travel to Bournemouth.
claims to be the town’s oldest hostelry. A gentle stroll through the
Tue A morning trip to the Isle of Purbeck and the Victorian resort of
stunning Manor Gardens takes you down to the beach within a few
Swanage returning mid afternoon.
minutes with the town shops in close proximity too.
Wed Come and see the 13th century cathedral at Salisbury – you can’t
miss it, as it has the tallest spire in England! Learn all about this Mon Travel to Devon
magnificent building during the guided tour and then enjoy a light lunch Tue Your visit to the county town of Exeter starts with a guided tour
in the Refectory Restaurant – both are included with our compliments! of the cathedral (with a hot drink and a slice of cake to finish) and then
Thu Join us for a morning drive along the shore road through you’ll have time at leisure for shopping and sightseeing.
Sandbanks, one of the most expensive places to live in Britain and Wed Day at leisure
home to a host of celebrities. After you’ve chosen your next home, Thu Enjoy our scenic tour of Dartmoor, which calls at the House of
enjoy an hour or so pottering around Poole’s pretty harbour! Marbles for a spot of nostalgia, the ancient stannary town of Tavistock
Fri Homeward bound. for history and heritage and Buckfast Abbey for a little quiet
contemplation.
DURLEY DEAN HOTEL & SPA HHH Fri Homeward bound.
y Rooms with TV, radio, phone, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and
hospitality tray y Restaurant and lounge bar y Patio/terrace THE MANOR HOTEL HH
y Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym, beauty treatments y Lift y Rooms with TV, radio, hairdryer, ironing equipment, WiFi and hospitality
ACCESS: There are 7 steps at the hotel entrance but a stair lift is available. tray y Restaurant and lounge bar y Lift
There are also stairs to the leisure facilities and a few steps along some of ACCESS: There are steps at the entrance to the hotel and also to the lift
the hotel corridors so please discuss any mobility issues. and the disabled toilet so please check for further details if you have
y Superior rooms may be available at a supplement mobility issues.
y REF: A3249 y £399 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT y REF: C3251 y £399 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
14 Contact us today on 01778 342224 or email enquiries@shawscoaches.co.ukSpringtime in
Sidmouth!
Sunday 5 April 2020 – 5 Days
A Taste of Cornwall! y Bicton Gardens y River cruise y Forde Abbey
Monday 23 March 2020 – 5 Days
y Eden Project y Poldark Country
y ‘Taste of Cornwall’ dinner
Join us in Sidmouth for fresh sea
air, pristine beaches, rolling green “This has
countryside and the ancient rated as one
© www.geograph.org.uk – Christine Matthews
scenery of the Jurassic Coast! 185 of our best
Also includes a cream tea on arrival holidays,
million years of the Earth’s history
is all wrapped up in this beautiful helped by
part of the country where deserts, such lovely
Spring usually arrives so much
forests, tropical seas and the Ice people
earlier in Cornwall and the
looking after
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generally mild climate means Age have all played a part in
carving the stunning landscape us”
that the gardens are usually way
© Matthew Jessop – Visit Cornwall
ahead of ours! Characterful fishing that we see today.
villages are dotted around an With glorious gardens, a Regency history, unspoilt beaches,
interesting coastline and, in recent plenty of shops and a timeless charm, you won’t want to leave
years, the county has developed this delightful resort, which sits beneath majestic, red cliffs. Our
into a food lover’s paradise. elegant, Grade II listed hotel is perfectly placed on the sea front –
Appropriately, your holiday will ideal for leisurely strolls and taking in the glorious sea views!
include a visit to a major horticultural venue as well as a ‘Cornish Sun Set off for Sidmouth!
Taster’ menu one evening. There’ll also be an evening of Cornish Mon Spend the morning getting to know Sidmouth and then enjoy a
entertainment. tram ride along the Axe Valley and a visit to the picture-postcard village
You’ll be staying in the popular resort of Newquay at the Fistral of Beer.
Beach Hotel & Spa, which is exclusively for adults. This modern and Tue A morning visit to the Grade I listed gardens at Bicton Park, where
beautifully furnished hotel has a great reputation for food and the 300 years of horticultural history have created a setting to remember!
stunning ocean views across the bay from the restaurant and lounge Then, unwind with a relaxing afternoon cruise on the River Exe –
bar will surely be the icing on the cake of this ‘feast of delights’! a haven for wildlife – departing from Exmouth Marina.
Mon Outward journey. Wed After a leisurely morning, visit Forde Abbey and Gardens.
Tue Take a tour (and maybe a tipple?) at one of the local breweries This former Cistercian Abbey has a rich history and the beautifully
and then spend some time getting to know the county town of Truro, landscaped gardens include topiary lined vistas, colourful herbaceous
which is also the UK’s most southerly city! borders, an arboretum, a bog garden and swathes of early spring bulbs
Wed We’ve arranged for a local guide to accompany us on a scenic and camellias.
tour around the county that will include many of the locations used in Thu Homeward bound.
the popular TV series Poldark.
Thu Visit the world-renowned Eden Project, host to the largest indoor THE BEDFORD HOTEL HHH
rainforest in the world! We’ve arranged a short introduction to the site y Rooms with TV/radio, phone, hairdryer, WiFi and hospitality tray
before you head off to explore the awe-inspiring tropical jungle y Restaurant, bar and lounge with veranda y Lift
environments, with over 1000 varieties of plant! ACCESS: There are 4 steps at the main entrance, but there is a portable
Fri Homeward bound. ramp for wheelchairs. There are 2 shallow steps to both the lounge and
the restaurant.
FISTRAL BEACH HOTEL & SPA HHHH y Side sea view rooms may be available at a supplement
y Rooms with TV, phone, hairdryer, WiFi and hospitality tray y REF: C3258 y £520 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
y Restaurant and lounge bar y Indoor pool, sauna, steam room,
Jacuzzi and gym y Beauty treatments available (Pre-booking advisable)
y Lift y Please note that this is an adults only hotel Why not try one or more of these super,
ACCESS: It isn’t possible to accommodate wheelchairs and scooters in the 5 day spring breaks?
lift and there are steps and level changes within the hotel so please discuss
any mobility issues. Starting at just £399 pp including our
y Superior rooms with sea view may be available at a supplement Door2Door service and free insurance,
y REF: C3254 y £470 y NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT they’re great value!
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