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Theobolds Celebrating of Theobolds - Your holiday Starts with us - Theobolds Coaches
Theobolds
         Your holiday Starts with us...

                  Celebrating

                 of Theobolds
                   2019

Tel: 01582 60 00 00      www.theobolds.com
Theobolds Celebrating of Theobolds - Your holiday Starts with us - Theobolds Coaches
All about us....
Dear Friends,                                                   when we have to say, “sorry we are full” Don’t let us have
                                                                to say it to you! Our day trips this year will still include a
A Big Hello!                                                    broad range of things to do and we hope there is
                                                                something that will suit everyone. We still have our
   From all the team, to all our friends old and new who
have travelled with us in the last year. Can you believe        relaxing river trips, spectacular gardens and shows. We
THEOBOLDS has been around for 50 years! Many of you             will be visiting cities, towns, villages, markets and the
have been on this incredible journey with us, thank you.        ever-popular seaside trips. It grows increasingly difficult
   Theobolds originally started as a 16-seater minibus in       to find new daytrips for you to experience but this year a
1969 eventually moving to a bigger coach. After several         magnificent job has been done with lots of new trips.
takeovers it was eventually bought by Laurence Lewis, the       Great news; Theatre trips are back! Great shows like
current owner, who was with Central Executive Travel. In        Aladdin, Motown, Tina and the Dolly Parton classic 9 to 5.
1996 he purchased 2 Theobolds Coaches, the telephone                Also, this year, check out our seaside specials, pay for 2
number and a couple of contracts. Following year on year        adults in full and take 2 children up to 14 years of age free
growth we are now the company you know and love                 of charge. These will be advertised on our website, local
today. We now operate Day Trips, Holidays and Private           advertising, Facebook or twitter. If you are on Facebook,
Hire. We run a fleet of coaches and minibuses. Let’s be         please give us a like!
honest we wouldn’t be here without you. Thank you,                  Who knows what is happening with fuel? it’s up and
much of our success is down to you our customers.               down, any price increases if any, we have tried our very
   Over the years the business has changed and it               best to keep to a minimum.
becomes harder to find new places of interest for our               Our gift vouchers have again proved very popular and I
customers. Also, many more events, destinations, hotels         might add gratefully received by those who have been
etc are asking for upfront deposits and financial               given them as a gift. So well done anyone that purchased
commitment. Sometimes when you see spaces on the                gift vouchers for birthdays, anniversaries or Christmas
coach these could have been filled several times over but       presents. From the feedback we have had from our
because we must commit so far ahead people miss out.            customers, they were over the moon and of course what
Our advice would be don’t leave it too late.                    do you give the person that has everything; a
   Again, this year we have managed to travel on several        THEOBOLDS GIFT VOUCHER OF COURSE!
day trips and holidays. We like to pretend it’s for quality         Many of you may belong to groups, clubs and
control, that’s a fib but don’t tell the drivers that! To be    societies so please remember we also offer a private hire
honest we love getting out with our customers; we like to       service as well, so whether it’s a club outing for the day,
hear ideas, views, opinions and stories. We also like the       a short break, airport transfer or a wedding etc, we can
fact that when we get back to the office we know exactly        help you with that too.
who we are speaking to and that you have a person you               Well, we very much hope that you will find something
know, it makes the whole booking process far friendlier         in this years’ brochure that will suit you. If not, you
and more personal. By the way thank you for all the             know what to do, let us know your ideas for next year
nicknames you have given us!                                    and you could see your trip featured in our 2020
   The calls for this new brochure have been coming thick       brochure.
and fast since mid August, it looks like 2019 could be              Don’t forget to check us out on Facebook and twitter
another good year, well fingers crossed. So here it is at       and give us a like!
last our 2019 brochure. As always, we have tried to                 Finally, a massive thank you from all the team to you
accommodate all tastes and pockets with several new             all. You are very much appreciated, we are here because
breaks and holidays for you to experience. We wonder            of you, your phone calls and letters comments good and
what new adventures await you all? I know lots of you           not so good are all appreciated, and we take them all
especially the ladies will be delighted with the Shoppers       very seriously. Remember Theobolds Coaches are…….
delight we had such good feedback from the hotel we

                                                                The Team At Theobolds
                                                                      “Always in the pursuit of excellence”
used last year. We have several new destinations. We are
going back to Scotland which we haven’t done for several
years. Rhyl and Lytham St Annes are also new to us this
year, but we haven’t forgotten our old favourites either             P.S. Don’t forget
such as The Isle of Wight and Exmouth. Please remember          information and bookings
a lot of our holidays sell out very quickly! So, please don’t           available at
get left behind! It really does upset us here in the office        www.theobolds.com

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We’ll Take Care of You
YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDS                                SINGLE ROOMS
From the moment you pick up the phone and           We only have a very small allocation of single
speak to one of our advisors, to the services of    rooms, which sell out very quickly. On some
your driver while you are away on a trip, our       holidays this can be as little as one. Under
friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff      some hotel descriptions you may see “no single
are on hand to ensure everything runs               supplement on allocated rooms”. Once our
smoothly. In the unlikely event you do have a       allocation is full we need to contact the hotel
problem rest assured there is someone who will      the hotel to see if there are any more singles
help solve it. So just sit back, relax and enjoy    they will let us have if they do these rooms may
your time with us.                                  carry a supplement as they are over and above
                                                    the allocation we have been able to negotiate.
YOUR COACH
With the majority of our day excursions and         OUR ITINERARIES
holidays, you’ll enjoy luxury coach travel. All     When our brochure is put together and sent for
our coaches are fitted with air- conditioning,      print any itineraries that we have listed are put
panoramic double glazed windows to keep out         together in good faith and to the best of our
the noise, toilet washroom and fully                knowledge details are correct at that time.
upholstered reclining seat with seatbelts for all   Please bear in mind we are trying to work
your comfort and safety. All vehicles comply        almost 18 months in advance. From time to
with the latest regulations undergo regular         time these itineraries may have to be changed
checks and are maintained to the highest            or altered due to circumstances beyond our
standard possible.                                  control and Theobolds coaches reserve the right
                                                    to change the dates or details of these
YOUR DRIVER                                         itineraries or if our drivers so deem it in the
How can we ever do justice to our drivers we        best interest of our customers or if events
get so many nice things said about them we are      change or make it impossible to carry a
surprised they can get their heads through the      particular day trip out changes may be made at
door. Our drivers play many roles. They are         short notice. Our included excursions that we
happy to help and do their best for you,            take you on are decided with the best interest
approachable, full of knowledge and advice.         of our customers in mind so that they may see
Your enjoyment and safety is their prime            the most interesting aspects of the areas they
concern. More than anything they want you to        are visiting and get the highest level of
have a great holiday.                               enjoyment from their holiday.

OUR HOTELS                                          We very much hope you will find something in
We have a wide range of hotels on offer             this brochure to suit you, if not you know what
everything from 4star through to family run         to do, let us know for next year. Finally, for
accommodation. Something we believe to suit         allowing us to share your days and your happy
everyone. Many of the hotels we use year after      memories for all the stories you tell us the
year and they are firm favourites with our          photos you send in and for all your kind
customers. Whenever a new tour or property is       comments:-
taken on the utmost care is taken in the choice
                                                    A BIG THANKS FROM ALL THE TEAM AT
of hotel. On the very rare occasion that we
                                                    THEOBOLDS COACHES.
believe standards have dropped you can rest
assured the matter will be taken up with the        P.S. Don’t forget information and bookings are
hotel and the appropriate action will be taken.     available at www.theobolds.com

           Book online: www.theobolds.com or call 01582 60 00 00                                  3
                    (All holidays and day trips are subject to availability)
Theobolds Celebrating of Theobolds - Your holiday Starts with us - Theobolds Coaches
The Quality Times Travel Club 2018/19

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Special Offers • Special Offers • Special Offers • Special Offers

                      Buy 2 trips... get 1 FREE
           Buy 2 trips …get 1 free…                                                       Buy 2 trips …get 1 free…
Buy any two different trips in February or March                                   Buy any two different trips in October or
         and get a third May trip free*                                              November and get a third trip free*
            *FREE OF CHARGE TO                                                          *FREE OF CHARGE ON THE
          ROCHESTER 03rd May                                                            NEW YEAR GET TOGETHER
* all three bookings must be made at the same time. Free trip subject        * All three bookings must be made at the same time. Free trip subject
to availability. First come, first served. Offer ends 31st March 2019 or     to availability. First come, first served. Offer ends 31st August 2019 or
when the free trip is full whichever comes first. Free trip will have no     when the free trip is full coach is full whichever comes first. Free trip
               financial value in the event of cancellation                          will have no financial value in the event of cancellation

  EARLY BIRD SAVER                                                                            GROUP
  Book and pay your deposit on any holiday
 for 4 days or over in this brochure and save                                                BOOKINGS
                                                                              BOOK 10 PASSENGERS OR MORE AND WE
               £5.00 Per person                                              WILL BE PLEASED TO OFFER YOU YOUR OWN
                    (offer closes 17/11/18)                                               PICK UP POINT*
                                                                                            * Maximum distance 15 miles.

  Discounts FOR SENIOR CITIZENS AND CHILDREN Discounts
  We are pleased to offer great reductions on many day trips for senior citizens and children. Please
                check out our day trips price information for any discounts available.

                                                         £5.00
                                         OFF EACH AND EVERY HOLIDAY
                                                           - 4 DAYS OR MORE
                               For members of our Quality Times Travel Club

                                                                                         Get a Great Deal
                                                                      At various times of the year we offer Family Specials.
   SEASIDE                                                           Pay for 2 adults and 2 children up to and including 14
                                                                                     years of age travel FREE
FAMILY SAVERS                                                         Check out our website www.theobolds.com or check
                                                                            your local press for our very latest offers.

                Book online: www.theobolds.com or call 01582 60 00 00                                                                              5
                              (All holidays and day trips are subject to availability)
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Destination                                                                                                                 Notes         ADT SNR CHD
                                                                                                                                                       £   £   £
                                                                                                                                                                                       Ent Food
                                                                                                                                                                                       Inc Inc
Further information on our excursions can be found on our website www.theobolds.com
                                                                                                                                                                                       E        F
January
Sat 12    Theobolds New Year Get Together Mystery Country Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00 12.00
          (Must have travelled with Theobolds during 2018 season)
Sun 20    Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 79.95 79.95 79.95                            E
          The 2019 tour directed by the FAB-U-LOUS Strictly TV Judge Craig Revel Horwood and will be hosted
          by 2017 champion Ore Oduba. Afternoon performance at the NIA Birmingham

February
Fri 08    Snowdrops at Angelsey Abbey & House & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 36.00 35.00 25.00                                                  E
          Anglesey Abbey has one of the finest snowdrop collections in the country, with over 300 varieties of
          these delicate white flowers, many of which are rare. Includes entry to the house, garden, shop & mill.
          (The flowers are subject to the weather and difficult to predict). Reduction for National Trust Members.
Wed 27    London Theatre Show - Aladdin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 69.50 69.50 69.50                             E    *
          Breathtaking sets, astonishing special effects, over 350 lavish costumes, a fabulous cast and orchestra
          bring the magic of Disney's Aladdin to life on the West End stage. Aladdin, a street urchin who meets
          and falls in love with Princess Jasmine. However, Jasmine can only marry a prince, but all is not lost as
          Aladdin owns a magic lamp, and with the help of it’s Genie sets out to win the hand of his princess in marriage.
Wed 27    London Theatre Show - Motown The Musical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 68.50 68.50 68.50                                            E    *
          The sound that moved the world. With just $800 borrowed from his family, Berry Gordy founded
          Motown records and launched the careers of Diana Ross & the Supremes, Micheal Jackson & the Jackson 5,
          Stevie Wonder, Smoky Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations and many more. Featuring 50 Motown
          hits including My Girl & I heard it through the grapevine, This show will have you 'Dancing in the street'
Wed 27    London Theatre Show - Les Miserables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                    71.50 71.50 71.50                 E    *
          Cameron Mackintosh's legendary production is still going strong after 30 years. Les Mis, has
          touched countless hearts with it's tale of justice, injustice, love, redemption and revolution.

March
Sat 09    Royal & Maritime Greenwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00 19.00 10.00                     *
          So much to see & do why not visit the National Maritime Museum or Queens House (both free entry)
Sat 09    Bromley - The Glades Shopping centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00 19.00 10.00                             *
Wed 20    London Matinee Show - Dolly Parton presents - 9 to 5 The Musical . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 67.50 67.50 67.50                                                              E
          Tumble outta' bed and stumble to Dolly Parton's rip-roaring West End musical. The story of Doralee,
          Violet & Judy - three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss.
          Concocting a plan to kidnap and turn the tables on their despicable boss, will the girls manage to
          reform their office - or will events unravel when the CEO pays an unexpected visit? (afternoon performance)
Sat 23    Cité Europe & Adinkerke by Tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.50 45.50
Sun 24    Dazzling Daffodils at Hever Castle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 38.50 35.50 20.00                             E
          Visitors will feel uplifted this spring during Hever Castle’s Dazzling Daffodils event. With 14,000
          daffodil bulbs set to bloom across the gardens, there will be a wide range of varieties to enjoy.

April
Sat 06    Canterbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 15.50
Tue 09    Springfield's Outlet Shopping & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 15.50
Sat 13    Portobello Road Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 10.00
          Portobello is really several markets in one, Saturday being the day when all are in full swing.
Wed 17    Theobolds 50th Anniversary Year - Mystery Drive with Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 35.00 34.00                                                              F
          Join us for a day out to celebrate our 50th Anniversary - Includes Lunch

6               Book online: www.theobolds.com or call 01582 60 00 00
                                  (All holidays and day trips are subject to availability)
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Destination
Further information on our excursions can be found on our website www.theobolds.com
                                                                                                                                          Notes         ADT SNR CHD
                                                                                                                                                         5   £   £
                                                                                                                                                                                          Ent Food
                                                                                                                                                                                          Inc Inc

April Continued                                                                                                                                                                           E        F

Sun 21    Chatham Historic Dockyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 42.00 40.00 28.50                             E    *
Sun 21    Festival of Steam & Transport - Chatham Historic Dockyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 42.00 40.00 28.50                                                           E    *
          Full steam ahead for a carnival atmosphere, festival fun and entertainment at this annual
          Easter event.
Thu 25    Arundel Castle Tulip Spectacular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 44.00 41.50 26.50                               E    *
          Arundel with its 1000 years of History is a joy. Tour the Castle and then the gardens ablaze with 25,000
          tulips!. Afterwards, if you wish, there is time to explore the quirky shops and historic centre of Arundel.
Thu 25    Arundel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 15.50   *
Thu 25    Amberley Museum & Arundel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 34.00 33.00 22.50                                E    *
          Set in 36 acres in the South Downs National Park, the museum is dedicated to the industrial heritage.
          Over 40 exhibits, ride the narrow-gauge railway and historic buses provide travel around the site.
Sat 27    Brighton or Worthing (You Decide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 15.50                           *
Sun 28    Southend - SEASIDE FAMILY SAVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 12.00                                   *
Sun 28    Strictly's Aljaz & Janette - Remembering the Movies - Early booking essential . . . . . . .New 68.50 68.00 57.50                                                                E    *
          Dancing duo Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec of Strictly Come Dancing fame will be heading back
          out on tour with their new show Remembering The Movies. Supported by a cast of live singers and
          dancers with dazzling choreography along with a spectacular set. Audiences can enjoy tributes to the
          likes of Audrey Hepburn, Saturday Night Fever, Gene Kelly, The Greatest Showman, Marilyn Monroe,
          La La Land, James Bond, Cabaret and many more. 3.00pm performance at Southend Theatre
Tue 30    Moreton in the Marsh & Afternoon Cream Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 29.00 28.50 20.50                                               F

May
Fri 03    Rochester (Go for FREE, see page 5 for details) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 16.00
          With history dating back centuries, there is so much to see and do in this historic city.
Sun 12    Bournemouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00         *
Sun 12    Christchurch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00        *
Sun 12    Christchurch - International Food Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00                                  *
          The High Street is filled with over 100 stalls selling a wide range of foods.
Sat 18    Eastbourne - SEASIDE FAMILY SAVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00
Wed 22    Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 34.50 33.50 23.50                              E
          Leonardslee is one of the few Grade I listed gardens in England. The woodland garden stretching
          to over 200 acres and, in the springtime, is one of the most fantastic and magical locations in
          the South East. Leonardslee only re-opened to the public in 2018 after being closed in 2010
Sat 25    Great Yarmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 23.50 17.00
Sun 26    Gloucester Tall Ships Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.50 32.50 23.50                    E    *
          The Tall Ships continue to be a huge hit drawing folks from around the country. What makes
          the event so distinctive is it’s setting in the UK’s most inland port surrounded by beautifully-preserved
          Victorian warehouses. Includes entry to the Tall Ships Festival & participating tall ships.
Sun 26    Gloucester Quays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 15.00             *
Thu 30    Leeds Castle - 900th Anniversary Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 39.50 37.50 25.00                                      E    *
          Rising majestically from the still waters of the moat, surrounded by 500 acres of parkland and gardens
Thu 30    Maidstone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 22.50 22.00 16.00             *

June
Sat 01    Great Yarmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 23.50 17.00
Sun 02    Clacton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 16.00    *
Sun 02    Walton on the Naze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 16.00                 *

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June Continued
Mon 03 Abingdon - on -Thames Monday Charter Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.00 22.00 15.00
            Whether you fancy walking along the Thames, or soaking in the history exploring the
            Abbey Ruins, or a peaceful day out by or on the river, Abingdon has plenty to offer.
Sat 08      Southwold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .       23.00   22.00   16.00
Sun 09      Brighton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .    23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sun 09      Worthing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sat 15      Margate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sat 15      Ramsgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sat 15      Broadstairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .     23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sun 23      Portsmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sun 23      Southsea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .    23.00   22.00   16.00   *
Sun 23      The D-Day Story- (2019 will mark the 75th Anniversary of D-Day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                                                              33.50   30.50   20.50   E   *
            Told through the personal accounts of those who took part, brought to life through stunning audio-visual
            presentations alongside iconic objects from the museum’s collection. The D-D Story is the only museum
            in the UK dedicated to the Allied Invasion in June 1944. Re-opened in 2018 after a £5 million overhaul.
Sat 29      Southend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.50 21.50 15.00

July
Sun 07      Hampton Court Flower Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.50 55.50 17.50                                E
Fri 12      Lichfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 15.50       *
            Staffordshires premier heritage city is steeped in history.
Fri 12      The National Memorial Arboretum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28.50 27.50 16.50 * E
            Spend the day amidst the peace and tranquility of the Arboretum. Home of the Armed Forces
            Memorial with 150 acres of trees & memorials devoted to the Concept of Remembrance.
            Includes a donation to the Arboretum.
Sun 14      Black Country Living Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.50 37.50 23.50                                E      *
            Set in 26 acres in the shadow of Dudley Castle, discover a fascinating world where historic
            buildings have been moved and authentically rebuilt to create this heritage park.
Sun 14      Dudley Zoo Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.50 34.50 25.50                     E      *
            Home to some of the world’s biggest, rarest & exotic animals set around the ruins of Dudley Castle.
Sat 20      Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                               23.50   23.50   17.00
Sun 21      Whitstable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   15.50   *
Sun 21      Herne Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .       23.00   22.00   15.50   *
Tue 23      London Theatre Show - On Your Feet ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                                       78.50   78.50   78.50    E      *
            Gloria & Emilio Estefan's smash-hit musical comes to London direct from Broadway. ON YOUR FEET!
            Is an inspiring true love story and charts Gloria & Emilio's journey from Cuba, onto the streets of Miami
            and finally international superstardom. This musical features some of the most iconic pop songs of the
            era, including Rhythm is gonna get you, Conga, Anything for you, 1-2-3 plus many more.
Wed 24      Sandringham Flower Show - Now in it's 138th year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 34.50 34.00 25.50                                                         E
            One of the most prestigious horticultural events in th east of England.
Sat 27      Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 23.50 17.00
Sun 28      Royal Windsor & River Thames Boat Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.50 38.50 26.50 *                                          E
            A superb two hour return cruise to make a day out in Windsor complete.
Sun 28      Royal Windsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 16.00 *

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August
Thu 01    Bognor Regis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .        23.00   22.00   16.00    *
Thu 01    Littlehampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .         23.00   22.00   16.00    *
Sat 03    Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                                 23.50   23.50   17.00
Sun 04    Longleat House & Safari Park including the new Koala Creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                                                           52.00   49.50   41.50    E
          New for 2019 - Koala Creek - The only place in England to see Koalas in a new enclosure
          featuring a natural stream & eucalyptus trees. There is over 450 years of history at Longleat.
Thu 08    Hunstanton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .        23.00   22.00   16.50
Sat 10    Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                                 23.50   23.50   17.00
Sat 10    Eastbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.50
Sun 11    Stratford-Upon-Avon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                 23.00   22.00   16.00    *
Sun 11    Stratford-Upon-Avon & River Avon Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                   29.00   28.00   19.50    E       *
Wed 14    Norwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   23.00   22.00   16.00
Fri 16    River Lee Cruise with Fish & Chips Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                                       44.00   43.50   29.50   E F
          A relaxing 2.5 hour lunchtime cruise where we will travel through the meadows and
          woodlands of the beautiful Lee Valley. An enjoyable fish & chips lunch is included. We will then
          make our way to the acclaimed Van Hage Garden centre. (Menu not suitable for Vegans).
Sat 17    Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 23.50 17.00
Sun 18    Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 42.50 40.50 27.50                                                    E
          There’s nothing quite like a ride on The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway one of Kent's
          top tourist attractions! A journey on one of the small trains of this heritage railway is a unique
          experience. Includes a Romney rover ticket allowing you to hop on & off at all stations.
Fri 23    Clacton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   23.00   22.00   16.00    *
Fri 23    Clacton Air Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .            23.00   22.00   16.00    *
Sat 24    Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                                 23.50   23.50   17.00
Tue 27    Moreton in the Marsh & Bourton on the Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                         23.00   22.50   16.00
Sat 31    Great Yarmouth (Weekly Service Available See page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .                                                 23.50   23.50   17.00

September
Sun 01    Bournemouth (Air Show) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00
Tue 03    London Show - Tina The Musical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 77.50 77.50 77.50 * E
          From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into the global Queen
          of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. This new stage musical
          reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.
Tue 03    London Show - Mamma Mia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 69.50 69.50 69.50 * E
          On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings back
          three men from her mother's past. The storytelling of ABBA's songs propels this musical tale of love,
          laughter and friendship.
Tue 03    London Show - Lion King . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 77.50 77.50 77.50 * E
          Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains to the evocative rhythms of Africa, this
          spectacular production explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting
          music to tell the timeless story of Simba and his epic journey to fulfil his destiny as King of
          the Pridelands. With music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, The Lion King has been delighting
          audiences in London since 1999.
Sat 07    Sheringham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00               *
Sat 07    Cromer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 16.00         *

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September Continued
Sun 08 RHS - Wisley Gardens Flower Show (Reduction for RHS MEMBERS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36.50 35.50 22.00                                                                            E
Thu 12 Newbury & Horse Drawn Canal Boat Cruise & Cream Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 44.50 43.50 35.50                                                                      E F     DTBC
           Free time in Newbury for lunch before a memorable trip along the Kennet & Avon Canal
           aboard a horse drawn canal boat.
Sat 14     Margate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00 *
Sat 14     Broadstairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00 *
Sat 14     Ramsgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .       23.00   22.00   16.00 *
Sun 15     Lowestoft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .      23.00   22.00   16.00
Wed 18     Southend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .     23.00   22.00   16.00
Sat 21     Brighton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   23.00   22.00   16.00
Sun 22     London Brick Lane Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New                            22.50   21.50   13.00 *
           Brick Lane in the heart of the EastEnd has grown over the years to incorporate 5 markets
           known as the Truman Markets. Sundays are the best day to visit
Sun 22     Old Spitalfields Market - London . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 22.50 21.50 13.00 *
           One of East London’s busiest shopping hubs, this Victorian covered market is a unique
           shopping, eating and drinking destination.
Sat 28     Portsmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 16.00              *
Sat 28     Mary Rose Museum at Portsmouth Historic Dockyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39.50 38.50 28.50                                                         E   *
Mon 30     Bakewell Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.50 22.50 15.50
           Bakewell has the only market in the beautiful Peak District National Park. Steeped in history
           with a Royal Charter being granted in 1330 up to the present day.

October
Sat 05     Newhaven Fort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 30.50 28.50 19.00                        E   *
           Cloaked in mystery and protected by its impressive ramparts, Newhaven Fort has been
           keeping secrets safely hidden for almost 150 years.
Sat 05     Newhaven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 22.00 21.50 13.00 *
Sun 06     A Taste of Autumn Festival - RHS Hyde Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 33.50 32.50 22.00 E
           A blanket of brilliant Autumn colour can be enjoyed thanks to the expansive woodland -
           with shades od gold, bronze and scarlet.
Thu 10     Museum of the Great Western Railway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 31.00 29.50 20.00 * E
Thu 10     Swindon Designer Outlet (McArthurGlen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 22.00 21.50 13.00 *
Sat 12     Derbyshire Dales Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.00 22.00 15.50
Wed 16     Autumn Colours at Winkworth Arboretum & Godalming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 31.50 30.50 17.50 E
           Winkworth is the National Trust's only Arboretum and was born from one man’s vision and
           passion. Dr Wilfrid Fox used the wooded valley and it's lakes as a canvas for 'painting a picture'
           with trees. The fruits of his labour are an award winning collection of more than 1,000
           varieties of trees & Shrubs. (Reduction for National Trust Members)
Sun 20     New Forest Autumn Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 22.00 21.50 13.00
           Wild ponies, beautiful countryside, lovely villages. We will include stops at Lymington & Lyndhurst
Thu 24     Autumn Warmer Roast Lunch Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37.50 36.50 31.00                                      F   DTBC
           We cruise aboard the fully heated Nottingham Princess whilst enjoying a roast lunch.
           (Choice of roast beef, roast chicken or vegetable lasagne.)
Sat 26     Springfield's Outlet Shopping & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 10.00                                         *
Sat 26     Spalding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.00 21.50 10.00            *
Tue 29     Cockney Matinee Show with Lunch aboard the Tereza Joanne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.95 49.95                                                                        E F
           Enjoy a Good Old Cockney Knees Up with the multi-talented Cockney singer Gordon Bennett.
           Located on a lavish moored barge on Royal Docks in the East End. Includes Chicken, or
           Fish & Chips in a basket meal.

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November
Sun 03    Petticoat Lane Market & Covent Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 20.00 19.00 10.00                             *
Sun 03    Westfield Shopping centre - Shepherds Bush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00 19.00 10.00                           *
Sat 09    Theobolds Brochure Launch - Visit us today for your new 2020 holiday & day trip brochure
Thu 14    Waddesden Manor Christmas Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 42.50 41.50 26.50                          E   DTBC
          Christmas is a great time to visit Waddesdon. Both inside and out, the displays take inspiration
          from the wondrous festivals and celebrations conjured up by Waddesdon’s treasured artworks.
Thu 14    Waddesden Manor Christmas Fair - National Trust Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 29.50 29.50                                    DTBC
Sat 16    Adinkerke & Cité Europe by Tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00 45.00
Sun 17    Victorian Christmas Market at Gloucester Quays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 14.00 *
          Enjoy all the hustle and bustle of this Dickensian festive feast. Around 150 decorated stalls,
Sun 17    Gloucester Quays Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 14.00          *
Fri 22    Christmas Gift Fair - Guildford Cathedral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 27.50 26.50 16.50                             E   DTBC*
          A fantastic festive event, find the perfect Christmas gift at this festive fair now in it's 8th
          successful year. Set inside the breath-taking architecture of the stunning Cathedral.
Fri 22    Guildford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 14.00 *
Sun 24    Bakewell Christmas Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 14.00 DTBC
Tue 26    Thursford Christmas Spectacular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TBA TBA                                 E DTBC
Fri 29    The Dickens Christmas Festival - Portsmouth Historic Dockyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41.50 39.50 28.50 E DTBC*
          Travel back in time to a bygone era, where snowy Dickensian streets welcome you to a world of
          festive cheer. Treat yourself to some well-earned retail therapy as you browse the large Christmas
          market. With Dickensian street performers, traditional green Father Christmas and so much more.
Fri 29    Portsmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 15.00 *
Sat 30    Rochester Dickensian Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 14.00 *DTBC
          A feast of Victorian Delights await you, from lamp lit parades & carols to much loved Dickens characters.
Sat 30    Rochester Castle Christmas Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 15.00 *DTBC

December
Sun 01    Bristol Christmas Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.50 2250 15.00 *DTBC
          The annual Christmas Market will feature decorated chalets selling traditional German Christmas decorations,
          lights, nativity scenes and gifts. This open air German Market is located along the pedestrianised streets.
Sun 01    Bristol Christmas Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.50 2250 15.00 *DTBC
          Cabot Circus Shopping centre
Fri 06    Canterbury Christmas Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.00 22.00 15.00 DTBC
          Once again the sparkling Whitefriars Canterbury Christmas Market returns to get you well
          and truly into the Christmas spirit.
Sat 07    Stratford -Upon-Avon Victorian Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.00 22.00 15.00 *DTBC
          Situated in Stratford-upon-Avon’s historic streets, the Victorian Christmas market will boast
          around 150 unique stalls, all full of colours, sounds and the irresistible aromas of Christmas time.
Sat 07    Stratford -Upon-Avon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 23.00 22.00 15.00 *DTBC
Sun 08    Christmas Carvery & London Lights Guided Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 57.00 57.00                                F
          Enjoy a tour of the London Christmas Lights & Sights with a top notch Blue Badge Guide, coupled
          with a tasty three-course carvery at a swish London hotel. Blessed with a wealth of beautiful
          buildings and a handsome river criss-crossed by floodlit bridges London is stunning. We'll also show
          you some of London’s secret treasures and newest buildings. After the tour finishes we head to the
          hotel for our carvery before heading back at 7pm

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Destination                                                                                                         Notes       ADT SNR CHD
                                                                                                                                              £   £   £
                                                                                                                                                               Ent Food
                                                                                                                                                               Inc Inc
Further information on our excursions can be found on our website www.theobolds.com
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December Continued
Tue 10     See how the Garden Glows ! - RHS Wisley Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .New 34.50 33.50 22.50                          E   DTBC
           See RHS Wisley in a different light this winter, special lighting effects bring a touch of magic
           to the garden on an illuminated walk. This gigantic light installation around the garden
           blooms with magical giant illuminated flowers.
Thu 12     Thursford Christmas Spectacular . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TBA TBA E DTBC
Sat 14     Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market & Ice Rink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.00 22.00 15.00 DTBC

                 All the Staff at Theobolds Coaches & Holidays
                   would like to wish their customers a Very
                    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

January
Sun 12     Theobolds New Year Get Together Mystery Country Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.00 13.00                              DTBC
           (Must have travelled with Theobolds during 2019 season)
Sun 19     Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   TBA TBA TBA
           (Don’t forget to advance register for this fantastic day out)

Key: * =isDenotes where the coach                             DTBC = Date to be confirmed, as our brochure is produced in advance                   E = Entrance included
           a shared excursion.                                some events are yet to be confirmed, please check at time of booking.                 F= Food included

         GREAT YARMOUTH
             EXPRESS
                        Weekly Saturday Service to Great Yarmouth
                From Saturday 25th May to Saturday 1st June 2019 (returns 16:30hrs)
              From Saturday 20th July to Saturday 31st August 2019 (returns 16:30hrs)

                             £47.00 Return - Adult & Senior
                              £34.00 Return - Child (3-14)
                              RESERVATIONS: 01582 60 00 00
                                     NB: WC on coach not guaranteed on this excursion.

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Booking Information & Conditions
            for Day Excursions
1)   To make a reservation please call our sales team on 01582 60 00 00, call into our office at Watling Street,
     Dunstable. Or go online at www.theobolds.com
2)   All Day excursions must be paid for in full within seven days of booking. Bookings can be accepted subject to
     availability up to two days before the departure of each excursion.
3)   Within 28 days of departure tickets cannot be exchanged nor can money be refunded. Theobolds will endeavour to
     resell returned tickets, however the selling of our own unsold tickets will take priority. There will be an
     administration charge of £5.00 per person for this service.
4)   More than 28 days before departure bookings can be exchanged or refunded. There will be an administration fee
     of £5 for this service. Clauses will apply to this rule, in circumstances where tickets have already been purchased
     in advance and are non refundable, for example Theatre, Thursford etc, no refund will be given. We will be happy
     to try to resell them on your behalf with the admin fee.
5)   The operation of all tours is subject to there being a minimum number of bookings. Theobolds will not accept any
     liability above the return of all monies paid in the event of any tour being cancelled due to insufficient bookings,
     or any other reason beyond our control. Refunds will not be given if an event should not take place due to any
     circumstances beyond our control.
6)   Theobolds will make every effort to keep to the advised pick up time, however traffic and other road conditions
     may cause late arrival. Theobolds will not be held responsible for the late arrival of coaches due to circumstances
     beyond our control, or for the delay or late arrival of a third party transport.
7)   All passengers are requested to be at their chosen pick-up point at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure
     time, Theobolds will not wait beyond the pick-up time. The company will not be held responsible for the late
     arrival of passengers or passengers not being at the correct pick up point.
8)   The departure of coaches from pick up points, transfer points, refreshment stops, destinations etc will not be
     delayed to wait for passengers who exceed or disregard the stated departure times.
9)   Particular seat numbers of your choice can be reserved in advance on a first come, first served basis. The company
     reserve the right to change seat allocation or vehicle without notice.
10) All UK Citizens must have a full valid 10-year passport before leaving the UK. Non EU passport holders may need
    Visas; Theobolds will not accept responsibility for any passenger who does not have the correct documentation.
11) We are pleased to carry folding lightweight wheelchairs and rollators, these must be labelled and it is your
    responsibility to ensure that the correct item is collected. They will be stored in the luggage compartment, please
    notify us at the time of booking.
12) The consumption of alcohol is NOT permitted and by law we operate a no smoking policy on all of our coaches.
    The use of mobile phones during coach journeys often causes annoyance to fellow passengers and can distract the
    driver. Therefore we respectfully request that all mobile phones are switched off whilst on the coach.
13) Theobolds will not be responsible for any property or equipment left on the coach. Any item of lost property will
    be held for a period of 1 month following the date of the tour. There will be a charge of £2.00 on collection from
    our offices. Customers are responsible for the safe storage of their own goods.
14) For the purpose of this brochure a Senior Citizens price will be based on those people aged 60+
15) We guarantee that your holiday price will not be subject to surcharges except for those resulting from action
    beyond our control. Continental holidays may also incur surcharges should the exchange rate change from those
    used in the calculation of the holiday. Deposit of £50 per person required to secure your coach holiday booking.
16) No animals shall be carried on Theobolds coaches except one guide/hearing dog per person.
17) Theobolds Coaches in the interest of all its customers welfare and comfort reserves the right to refuse carriage to
    customers due to previous unruly behaviour or poor personal hygiene.
Theobolds are not responsible for the allocation of tables, rooms or seating arrangements at venues. Any requests must
be stated at the time of booking.
           Brochure descriptions correct at time of going to press. However, they are given as a guideline only.
              Theobolds reserve the right to change or amend any excursion or holiday without prior notice.

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Quick Reference - Holidays by month
January                                    Page      August
                                                     Mon 12 Ilfracombe . . . . . . . . . .20
February                                             Mon 26 Enchanting Exmouth . . .19
Sat 16       Shoppers Delight . . . . . 25
                                                     September
March                                                Fri 06 Isle of Wight . . . . . . . . . 25
Fri 08 Magnificent Winchester .22                    Sun 15 Bonnie Bonnie Scotland.15
Thu 28 Reunion Weekend in                            Wed 25 Tenby Welsh Delights . . 27
       Exmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
                                                     October
April                                                Fri 04 Lovely Lytham St Annes .22
Sun 07 Stunning Peak District &                      Fri 11 Shropshire And The Welsh
       Chatsworth House . . . . . 26                        Borders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Fri 19 Easter in Eastbourne &                        Mon 21 Charming Criccieth . . . 17
       Medieval Rye . . . . . . . . . 18
                                                     November
May                                                  Fri 15      Llandudno & Christmas
Fri 03 Durham and Beamish . . 18                                 Market Sparkle . . . . . . . 21
Wed 15 Wonderful Weston-Super-                       Fri 22      Eastbourne Turkey and
       Mare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29                   Tinsel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Mon 27 Rhyl-Welsh Wonders . . 27
                                                     December
June                                                 Sun 01 Potters Christmas . . . . . 23
Fri 07      Bournemouth, Steam Train                 Sun 08 Christmas on the Cobbles
            & Monkey World . . . . . . 16                   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

July                                        Page
Sun 14 Weymouth & Jurassic Coast
        . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Mon 29 Isle of Wight . . . . . . . . . 25

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Bonnie Bonnie Scotland & Loch Lomond
   Your holiday Hotel                                  Sun 15th September (7 days) - £559.00 pp

   Stirling Highland Hotel           Day 1 We travel to Shap Wells for an overnight stay en-route to
Set within the beautiful, historic   Scotland.
    city of Stirling, The Stirling
  Highland Hotel is a handsome       Day 2 We carry on our journey to Stirling stopping in Falkirk. Make
  Victorian building and ancient     sure you have your cameras ready to take a picture of The Kelpies
    observatory that perfectly
                                     the world’s largest equine sculptures. We will also take a trip on
 reflects the rich heritage of the
                                     the Falkirk Wheel a unique piece of engineering, a 35-meter-high
                                     rotating boat lift connecting the Forth & Clyde Canal with The
area —Originally built as a school
                                     Union Canal.
  in 1854, the hotel lies within
 easy reach of both Glasgow and      Day 3 A free day to explore Stirling; a 5-minute walk down hill will
   Edinburgh, and provides the       bring you to the town centre and a 5-minute walk uphill will take
  perfect base for exploring the     you to Stirling Castle. You may wish to catch the local train and
    fascinating city of Stirling.    spend the day visiting Glasgow.
       Spa and Health Club.
                                     Day 4 Today we spend the day in Scotland’s cultured,
                                     cosmopolitan and vibrant capital city Edinburgh. So much to see
       Price includes                and do! The Royal Mile, George St with restaurants, boutiques,
• 2 nts Dinner bed & breakfast       shops, and cafes not to mention the World-Famous Castle. Steeped
  Shap Wells                         in history, this city is an historic jewel.
• 4 nts Stirling Highland Hotel
  Dinner bed & breakfast             Day 5 A nice calm and relaxing day today as we travel to the
• Loch Lomond Cruise,
                                     “bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.” Situated in the unspoilt
• Falkirk Wheel
                                     and idyllic Trossachs National Park We take a scenic drive to the
                                     village of Luss made famous in “Take the High Road” before
• Luxury Air Conditioned coach
                                     making our way to Loch Lomond for our cruise.
  travel
• Local Excursions                   Day 6 Today we bid Tioraidh (Goodbye) to our hotel and Stirling as
• Full luggage handling              we journey back to the beautiful Shap Wells for our overnight stay.
• Services of your driver/courier
                                     Day 7 After breakfast we leave Shap Wells for our journey home
                                     with comfort stops en-route.
     Accommodation
    All rooms are en-suite, TV,
   Tea/coffee making facilities
       Based on 2 sharing a
    twin/double bedded room.
Single supplement £35 per night
           Stirling Hotel
     £15 per night Shap Wells

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Beautiful Bournemouth - Gardens a Steam
                                                            Fri 7th June (5 days) - £339.00 pp
Train and Monkey World
     Your holiday Hotel
       The Sands Hotel
 The Sands hotel is situated on the
  West Cliff and offers panoramic
   sea views over the Solent. The
     hotel has a lovely secluded
      garden, overlooked by the
   restaurant. Facilities include a
  bar, coffee shop and comfortable
 lounges. The town centre and pier
  are a short walk away downhill,      Day 1 We travel to Bournemouth with comfort stops en-route.
  there is a bus stop nearby if you
                                       Day 2 Today we take a leisurely drive through the stunning New
    don’t fancy the uphill on the
                                       Forest to Exbury Gardens, a jewel in the heart of the New Forest
              way back.
                                       National Park. Created by Lionel de Rothschild in 1919, Exbury is a
                                       spectacular garden offering natural beauty and horticultural variety
        Price includes                 on the edge of the Beaulieu River. We will be taking a trip on the
 • 4 nts Dinner bed & breakfast        steam train through the gorgeous gardens.
 • Entertainment
                                       Day 3 We have a free day. Take a wander into the town, spend the
 • Entrance to Exbury gardens and      day on the stunning beach or take an open top bus tour along the
   Steam train                         promenade to Boscombe, so much to see and do.
 • Entrance to Monkey World
                                       Day 4 Today we travel to the world famous Monkey World as seen
 • Luxury Air Conditioned coach
                                       on TV. There are more than 250 primates of over 20 different species
   travel                              at this sanctuary for rescued primates situated in beautiful
 • Full luggage handling               countryside.
 • Services of your driver/courier
                                       Day 5 Time to say goodbye as we head home with comfort stops en
      Accommodation                    route.

       Based on 2 sharing a
    twin/double bedded room.
     No single supplement on
          allocated rooms
    All rooms are en-suite, TV,
 Tea/coffee making facilities. Lift.

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Charming Criccieth
                                                             Mon 21st October (5 days) - £259.00 pp
     Your holiday Hotel
                                      Day 1 After picking up locally we set off on our journey, stopping on
       George 1V Hotel
                                      route for a lunch/refreshment break. Criccieth which lies on the South
  Situated on the High Street in
                                      side of the Llyn Peninsula with beautiful views over Cardigan Bay.
    the centre of Criccieth with
                                      Day 2 We start our day with a visit to Pwllheli The town is full of
 magnificent views towards the
                                      character with its narrow streets which have many independent shops,
 sea and castle. Extensive public
                                      boutiques, traditional pubs, cafes and restaurants, as well as award-
     areas include a delightful
                                      winning fish and chips, traditional Welsh ice-cream and seaside rock .
   intimate bar, attractive large
                                      Following this we will take a tour along the stunning Llyn peninsula.
 restaurant, entertainment room
                                      Day 3 A morning visit to Porthmadog rich in maritime history, it has a
         and a cosy lounge
                                      number of craft shops to explore. Your afternoon is at leisure.
                                      Day 4 Our excursion today takes us to Portmerrion, the setting for the
        Price includes                cult 1960s series “The Prisoner” designed like an Italian village it has
 • 4 nts Dinner bed & breakfast       pastel coloured villas, gardens, an estuary beach and woodland walks.
 • Entrance into Portmerrion                        Accommodation                          Day 5 Time to say “
 • Entertainment most nights
                                         All rooms are en-suite, TV, Tea/coffee making     Hwyl fawr” as we
 • Local Excursions
                                                   facilities internal telephone.          commence        our
 • Luxury Air Conditioned coach
                                                       Lift serves all floors.             homeward journey
   travel
                                        Based on 2 sharing a twin/double bedded room.
 • Full luggage handling
                                                £7.00 single supplement per night
 • Services of your driver/courier
                                       Castle view supplement £4.00 per person per night

Christmas on the Cobbles
                                                               Sun 8th December (2 days) - £139.00 pp
     Your holiday Hotel
                                     Wrap up warm and hit the
   Marriott Manchester               cobbles on Coronation St at
 Victoria and Albert Hotel           Christmas. This festive new tour
  This City centre hotel is in a     for 2019 combines Coronation St
great central location, making it    The Tour with the world-famous
   simple to discover all that       Manchester Christmas Markets.
    Manchester has to offer.
                                     Catch up on all the behind- the-
                                     scenes gossip with a guided tour
       Price includes                of Britain’s most loved street,
• 1nts Dinner, bed & breakfast
                                     then grab a mug of mulled wine,
• Local Excursion                    stock up on some last minute
• Luxury Air Conditioned coach       gifts , and sample the tasty treats
  travel                             sold throughout the markets.
• Full luggage handling
• Services of your driver/courier          Accommodation
                                        Based on 2 sharing a twin/double
                                          bedded room. All rooms have
                                         en-suite, TV, Tea/Coffee making
                                                   facilities. Lift
                                             Single supplement £27.

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Durham and Beamish
                                                                        Fri 3rd May (4 days) - £249.00 pp
     Your holiday Hotel
       Blackwell Grange                    Day 1 Travelling North making comfort stops en-route. We take our lunch
    Blackwell Grange Hotel is a            break at The East Midlands Designer Outlet, before completing our journey
 stunning 17th Century mansion,            to Darlington.
 which enjoys an enviable setting          Day 2 Today a visit to Durham a real jewel in the crown of the county. The
 in the beautiful County Durham            Cathedral and Castle combine to give the City of Durham one of the most
   Countryside. After a busy day           distinctive skylines in the world and a truly awesome city to visit.
   exploring the North East, you           Day 3 Today we visit Beamish the award winning world famous open air
  may wish to take advantage of            museum telling the story of the people of the North East of England. The
 the heated swimming pool, spa,            story of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian life is told by the costumed staff.
     solarium, sauna and gym               Day 4 Its time to bid farewell but before we leave we have time in
                                           Darlington to either visit The Head of Steam Railway Museum (entrance
                                           aprox £4 not included) or some last minute shopping.
        Price includes
 • 3 nts Dinner, bed & breakfast                  Accommodation
 • Entrance to Beamish
 • Local Excursions                              Based on 2 people sharing
 • Luxury Air Conditioned coach                 a twin/double bedded room.
   travel                                   Single supplement £15.00 per person
                                            per night. All rooms are en-suite, TV,
 • Full luggage handling
                                                Tea/ Coffee making facilities.
 • Services of your driver/courier

Eggcellent Easter in Eastbourne & Medieval Rye
                                                                     Fri 19th April (4 days) - £219.00 pp
       Your holiday Hotel
                                             One of the countries premier
           The Hadleigh                      seaside towns, Eastbourne has a
 Situated just 60 yards level walk to        reputation for quality.
   Grand Parade, the resort’s main           There is an enormous range of
    seafront promenade and only              things to do, from long walks on
  minutes from the bandstand. This           the sweeping beach to an
  ever popular hotel welcomes back
                                             extensive choice of nightlife.
     many guests who enjoy the
                                             Eastbourne is not only renowned
 traditional English menu served in
                                             as host to international tennis
 the bright and spacious restaurant
                                             tournaments, but also sports one of the countries finest piers. There is
  and the relaxed ambience of this
                                             an extensive shopping area in the town and many accessible places of
       attractive holiday hotel.
                                             interest. Whilst here we will visit the medieval town of Rye which is the
                                             sort of place you thought only existed in your imagination.
           Price includes                              Accommodation
 •   3 nights Dinner, bed & breakfast              Based on 2 people sharing a
 •   Luxury Air conditioned coach travel       twin/double bedded room. All rooms
 •   Local Excursions                          are ensuite, TV, tea & coffee making
 •   Full luggage handling                     facilities. Lift to most floors, Central
                                                Heating. No single supplement on
 •   Services of your driver/courier                       allocated rooms

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