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2021-2022
WINTER EXCURSIONS
Our 2021 Winter brochure is packed full of Wintery and Festive
short breaks and day excursions for more details or to book please
telephone our office on 01538 306618.
www.robinhoodtravel.co.uk
OUR GUARANTEE TO YOU
QUALITY: METHODS OF PAYMENT:
• Carefully planned itineraries • Cash
• An excellent standard of hotels • Cheque – please make all cheques payable to
• Friendly and professional drivers Robin Hood Travel Ltd
• Modern luxury coaches
• Debit/Credit Card – within the office and over
the telephone
VALUE:
• So much is included in the cost of your holiday
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
PROMISE: • Unfortunately we can no longer provide
• We have no hidden extra charges Travel Insurance.
• We do not apply surcharges
SPECIAL REQUESTS:
MONEY PROTECTED: • These are dealt with seriously and while every
• Members of the Confederation of
effort is made to grant your request, they
Passenger Transport
unfortunately cannot be guaranteed.
DEPARTURE POINTS:
• All holidays depart from our premises at DIETARY REQUESTS:
Highway Garage, Macclesfield Road, Rudyard, • These can normally be catered for, please
Nr Leek, ST13 8PS to avoid lengthy pickups. advise at the time of booking. (We please ask
If following your sat-nav, stay on the A523 that you do not contact the hotels direct)
Macclesfield Road and look for the large white
swan!!
GDPR
• We please ask that you arrive at Highway
• Due to the new GDPR Legislation we are no
Garage no earlier than 30 minutes prior to your
longer permitted to show names/details on our
departure time.
seating plans to other passengers.
GIFT VOUCHERS: • If you do not wish to be on our mailing list
• Our gift vouchers make the perfect gift anytime please advise our office.
of the year – available to purchase in any
denomination. Collect from the office or we are NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTIES
happy to post out to you! This year we have included a number of
National Trust properties throughout the
SUITCASES:
brochure, we haven’t included the cost in to our
• We ask that you only bring a medium sized
suitcase that you are able to carry yourself. tours, if you are a member you can use your
• We advise that any medication should be passes, if not let us know and we can add a
carried in your hand luggage and not in your reduced group admission entrance fee on to
suitcase. your final invoice.
MOBILITY:
• We are happy to carry folding wheelchairs/
mobility scooters but if you could please advise
OFFICE OPENING HOURS:
the office at the time of booking to ensure Monday – Friday 09:00am – 17:00pm
locker space. Closed Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays.
SHORT BREAKS LONDON BREAK
Saturday 6th – Sunday 7th November 2021
1 x Night: Bed and Breakfast at the Tower Hotel,
FESTIVE TORQUAY London.
Monday 1st – Friday 5th November 2021 Enjoy an overnight break in our Capital City, with plenty of
4 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at The Belgrave time for sightseeing, taking in a show or purchasing your
Sands Hotel, Torquay Christmas presents. The Tower Hotel will be our base for
this weekend break, located next to Tower Bridge with
Another of our favourite hotels; the very popular easy access to board a local bus or underground to many
4* Belgrave Sands Hotel and Spa, just a short walk places of interest.
from Torre Abbey Sands Beach. The perfect base for
exploring Torquay by foot or make use of your bus Making our usual early morning departure from Highway
passes to explore further afield. Garage, we will journey direct to the hotel, aiming to
arrive mid-morning. Arrangements will be made for the
With a packed itinerary and Festive programme at the concierge to store luggage until you check in at leisure
hotel you’re sure to return in the Christmas Spirit! after 3pm. Sunday will be a free day to continue exploring
before departing London at 16:00pm.
Attractions Included:
• Bath: Built for pleasure and relaxation, a wellbeing • The Nearest Underground station is Tower Hill Tube
destination since Roman times. Station
• Brixham: A stunningly beautiful harbourside town. Only £140 per person
Life here has always centred around the harbour. £46 Single Supplement
• Totnes: a fascinating historical town with Deposit of £28
independent shopping, local food and drink.
• Dartmouth: Shopping, galleries, museums, arts and
crafts – there is plenty to do and see in Dartmouth. CHRISTMAS AT KEW
• Free Day: Enjoy free time at the hotel or wander and Thursday 18th – Friday 19th November 2021
explore Torquay at your own pace. 1 x Night: Bed and Breakfast at The Tower Hotel,
London
Only £345 per person Enjoy the Kew Garden annual after-dark festivities,
Single Supplement of £60 as you discover sparkling tunnels of light, dancing
Deposit of £69 waterside reflections, and trees drenched in jewel-like
colour on your way to the panoramic Palm House light
display.
Journey through the mesmerising flickering flames in
the Fire Garden, spot larger-than-life illuminations and
say hello to Father Christmas along the way.
Along the route, our delicious independent street food
vendors will offer tasty festive delights, from hot food
and sweet treats to spiced winter warmers and hot
chocolate.
Walk under the stars and have yourself a holly, jolly
Christmas as seasonal sounds fill the air.
Join the coach at Robin Hood approx. 9:30am for
the journey to The Tower Hotel, enjoy views of Tower
Bridge and surrounding landmarks, enjoy a few hours in
London before boarding the coach again for the journey
to Kew Gardens.
Friday will be yours to enjoy London at leisure.
Attractions Included:
• Kew Gardens Illuminated Light Trail –
Entrance at 18:00pm.
• Free time in London
Only £185 per person
£74.50 Single Supplement
Deposit of £37
CHESTER WINTER WARMER FESTIVE ST AGNES
Friday 19th – Sunday 21st November 2021 Sunday 28th November – Thursday 2nd December 2021
2 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at 4 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the
The Mercure Chester Abbotts Well Hotel Rosemundy House Hotel, St Agnes.
The lovely Rosemundy House Hotel in the village of
Wrap up warm and spend the weekend exploring the St Agnes has always been a favourite of ours and it’s
historic city of Chester, all while the compact Christmas easy to see why. Home produced cuisine is served
markets are due to take place – located outside the each evening in the restaurant, there is a choice of two
city’s beautiful Town Hall Square opposite Chester lounges or a cosy bar to relax in.
Cathedral.
Nestled amidst two acres of landscaped gardens, the 4* Attractions included:
Mercure Chester Abbotts Well Hotel is situated just two • Cheltenham: A wonderful mix of the traditional and
miles from the city centre. There is a spacious and cosy the new, Cheltenham nestles against The Cotswolds
restaurant and lounge area, indoor swimming pool, gym, as the perfect place to unwind and refresh your mind,
sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and spa. body and soul.
(The coach will be making the transfers in to Chester – • Port Isaac: The small vibrant fishing village of Port
but if you wish to stay in the centre for longer, the hotel Isaac lies on a stunning stretch of coastline, midway
is situated just 200 yards away from the park and ride between Polzeath and Tintagel.
bus service). • Padstow: Watching the everyday ebb and flow of
harbour life is a perfect way to spend a day. This
Attractions included: foodie destination with popular eateries such as Rick
• Cheshire Oaks: En-route to Chester we will be calling Stein’s Seafood Restaurant.
at the popular Designer Outlet Village. Shop and • St Ives: The dazzling jewel in Cornwall’s crown. A
dine in style, with over 154 boutiques, cafes and picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town.
restaurants. If shopping is not your thing, it is only a • Falmouth: shaped and influenced by its strong
short walk to The Blue Planet Aquarium. connection to the sea, enjoy a morning visit seeing
• Chester Free Time: Enjoy a mulled wine whilst the maritime heritage and modern creativity, whilst
browsing the market, get Christmas organised in the there the Falmouth Farmers’ Market is on which
Grosvenor Shopping Centre or explore the City Walls. has been trading on The Moor for over 10 years,
• Chester Boat Cruise and Cream Tea: Spend the showcasing the fantastic local produce available in
morning in Chester before boarding the boat for a Cornwall.
relaxing 2 hour river cruise along the River Dee. Get • Truro: An afternoon visit to the only City in Cornwall.
comfortable as we glide through the countryside and • Sanders Garden Centre: A lovely Garden Centre at
enjoy homemade scones and a warm drink. (Boat is Burnham on Sea that sells plants and gifts and has a
covered and heated) superb restaurant.
Only £200 per person Only £315
Single Supplement of £65 Limited Number of Single Rooms at Nil Supplement
Deposit of £40 Deposit of £63
HAREWOOD HOUSE Harewood recounts a Christmas The Doubletree by Hilton Leeds City
AND LEEDS tale and the House reveals its magic
to all those in need of whimsical
Centre is situated just a 10 minute
walk from premium shopping at
Sunday 28th - Monday 29th
wonder… Trinity Leeds and Victoria Quarter.
November 2021
1 x Night: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Created by connoisseurs of make- Attractions Included:
at The Doubletree by Hilton Leeds
believe Lord Whitney, the House • Harewood House:
City Centre.
shares its favourite memory of when The Festive Gift Fair is
Yorkshire’s Harewood House a little girl was granted a festive on during our visit.
captures your imagination and feeds wish to experience a Christmas like • Leeds: (Please note the Leeds
your curiosity. It’s a place filled no other. Christmas Markets have been
with art, culture and heritage which cancelled for 2021)
continues to develop and thrive Whilst at Harewood House the
today. Festive Gift Fair is taking place with Only £145 per person
a variety of stalls including food and £23.50 Single Supplement
Delve into a voyage of the drink, craft, contemporary wares Deposit of £29
imagination this festive season, as and gifts, just in time for Christmas.
HOLLY AND IVY BOURNEMOUTH BLENHEIM PALACE LIGHT TRAIL
Sunday 5th – Thursday 9th December 2021 Sunday 5th – Tuesday 7th December 2021
4 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at 2 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at
The Marsham Court, Bournemouth. The Doubletree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel and Spa
Bournemouth, a lovely seaside resort on the South Explore the rooms of Blenheim Palace, each one
Coast, renowned for its seven miles of sand beaches exquisitely transformed and filled with hidden surprises
and beautiful town centre gardens. – from the toymaker’s workshop on a frosty Christmas
The Marsham Court is one of our popular hotels, Eve; through the glistening Land of Snow and onto
situated on the East Cliff of Bournemouth, just a few the candy-cane Kingdom of Sweets adorned with the
minutes’ walk from the pier and beach, and the traffic sweetest of treats and larger-than-life gingerbread men.
free shopping area.
At dusk it’s the most wonderful time of the year when
Attractions Included: over a million lights, lasers and seasonal sounds fill the
• Newbury: Nestled in the heart of West Berkshire. air with festive fun through the Palace’s picture-perfect
While it may be small, it certainly has a lot going on! gardens. Discover glittering tunnels of light, dancing
With a mix of independent and known high street lakeside reflections and trees drenched in jewel-like
stores to the very best eateries. colour.
• Free Day: Explore the hotel and surrounding areas at Staying at The Doubletree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel
leisure – it might be a bit cold for a paddle but stretch and Spa is set within 17 acres of beautiful Oxfordshire
your legs on the beach, visit the pier or maybe even countryside. The hotel offers bright, modern public
visit the nearby Russell-Cotes’ Art Gallery. areas including Spires Restaurant, Bar and Lounges,
• Poole: Home to Europe’s largest natural harbour. Health Club and Spa with indoor swimming pool, sauna,
• Compton Acres: One the finest privately owned steam room and 8 spa treatment rooms.
gardens in Southern England.
• Dorchester: A vibrant town for shopping and Attractions Included:
sightseeing. • Oxford: The City of dreaming spires.
• Weymouth: popularised by George III Weymouth is • Blenheim Palace and Illuminated Light Trail:
one of the nation’s favourite seaside resorts. Afternoon entrance to Blenheim Palace followed by
• Salisbury: A Cathedral city of ageless beauty and The Illuminated Light Trail
captivating history, Salisbury has been welcoming • Bicester Village: Designer Outlet Shopping in
travellers since 1227. Oxfordshire.
Only £345 per person Only £295
Limited Number of Singles at Nil Supplement £65 Single Supplement
£40 Double for Sole Supplement / Deposit of £57
Sea View Upgrade on Request
Deposit of £69
NEW YEAR THURSFORD CHRISTMAS
Thursday 30th December 2021 – Sunday 2nd January 2022 SPECTACULAR
3 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the Thursford Christmas Spectacular has attracted over 5.4
White Swan Hotel, Alnwick. million visitors to date and is the largest Christmas show
in the country.
In the heart of the historic Market Town of Alnwick and Set in the magical surroundings of mechanical
only a stone’s throw away from Alnwick Castle and organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of 130
Gardens. The White Swan is a charming 300 year old professional singers, dancers and musicians. The three
coaching inn, with the restaurants décor being salvaged hour performance delivers an extravaganza of non-stop
from the Titanic’s Sister Ship. singing, dancing, music, humour and variety.
• Thursday: Journey Saturday 13th - Monday 15th November 2021
to Castle Howard. 2 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the Maids Head
Step through the Hotel, Norwich
wardrobe into a Matinee performance of the show
magical adventure Only £310 per person
this festive season. £95 Single Supplement
The grand interiors Deposit of £62
of Castle Howard will
be lavishly decorated, Sunday 21st – Monday 22nd November 2021
and a series of 1 x Night: Late Lunch, Bed and breakfast at The Holiday
theatrical installations, Inn Norwich City Centre.
lighting, projection Evening Performance of the show
and soundscapes Only £180 per person
will evoke all that £30 Single Supplement
we love about this Deposit of £36
special time of year, with the iconic 25 foot Christmas
tree adorned with over 3000 decorations providing a Friday 3rd – Sunday 5th December 2021
breath-taking highlight in the Great Hall. **Limited Single Rooms Availability**
Arriving at the hotel late afternoon, where we will be 2 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at Le Strange
greeted with tea and scones. Arms Hotel, Old Hunstanton.
Matinee performance of the show
• Friday: Berwick upon Tweed: Enjoy a scenic drive Only £290 per person
to the most Northerly tip of Northumberland before £25 Single Supplement
returning back to the hotel to primp and preen before Deposit of £58
meeting for pre-dinner drinks and taking to your
seats for the 5 Course Gala Dinner, live pianist, DJ Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th December 2021
and Dancing until Midnight where you will see the **Limited Single Room Availability**
New Year in with a Piper. 1 x Night: Late Lunch, Bed and Breakfast at the
Heacham Manor Hotel, Heacham.
• Saturday: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, the day is then Evening performance of the show
yours to relax in the hotel or wander in to Alnwick. Only £170 per person
Although Alnwick Castle is closed, the gardens are £17.50 Single Supplement
open and a gentle stroll through the gardens will Deposit of £34
ensure you are feeling up to the buffet evening meal.
• Sunday: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before boarding
the coach for the return journey home, calling in
Harrogate en-route. Why not book in at Bettys Tea
Rooms for lunch, or enjoy a wander around the
shops.
* Please note the hotel does NOT have a lift and ground
floor rooms are accessed through the hotel garden*
* Limited Ground Floor Rooms
Only £380 per person
£80 Single Supplement
Deposit of £76
DAY EXCURSIONS BOUNDARY MILL
Sunday 7th November 2021
BLACKPOOL AND THE ILLUMINATIONS Visit one of the largest UK Mills stores at the Festive
Sunday 24th October 2021 Time of Year: The Colne Store has big brands in fashion
and homeware are up to 70% off RRP including Hobbs,
The Blackpool Illuminations have become an iconic part Jacque Vert and Phase Eight. Relax before shopping in
of British Culture. Arriving in Blackpool late morning the café, enjoy a quick bite in the Banister’s Restaurant,
spend the day ridings Donkeys, eating candy floss or lunch in Bumbellini’s Italian or maybe wander to Banny’s
standing on the glass floor of the Blackpool Tower. Fish and Chip Restaurant.
Before boarding the coach for the return journey home
through the famous illuminations. Departing Highway Garage at 09:00am
Departing Boundary at 16:00pm
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am Only £16 per person
Illuminations switch on approx. 18:00pm
Only £22 per person CHRISTMAS AT CHATSWORTH
(Under 5 FOC / Under 16 £11) Tuesday 9th November 2021 or
Thursday 11th November 2021
Explore the Christmas Market to get your Christmas
Shopping off to an early start. Whoever you’re looking
to buy for you will gain plenty of ideas throughout the
decorated stalls selling traditional handmade crafts,
gifts, jewellery, decorations and wooden toys. Whilst
there make sure you stop off for a glass of mulled wine
and mince pie!This year celebrate 20 years of Christmas
at Chatsworth. With displays being inspired by the past
two decades of spellbinding decorations throughout the
house.
- Entry to the house is included – timed entry at
14:45pm -
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am
BARTON GRANGE GARDEN CENTRE Departing Chatsworth at 16:30pm
Tuesday 26th October 2021 Only £40 per person
(Under 16’s £30)
Visit this award winning Garden Centre packed full of
plants, equipment, garden furniture, Riverside Café and
Farm Shop. By October all of the Christmas decorations
and a gift ideas should be on display.
Departing Highway Garage at 09:00am
Departing Barton Grange at 15:00pm
Only £20 per person
BURY MARKET AND OLYMPUS FISH
AND CHIPS
Saturday 6th November 2021
Another chance to visit the “famous” Bury Market
and pick up a bargain – this time closer to Christmas
to purchase any gifts for the festive period. The day
is finished at our favourite Fish and Chip Restaurant
“Olympus Fish and Chips in Bolton”.
Departing Highway Garage at 09:00am
Departing Olympus at 16:00pm
Only £28 per person
LIVING NORTH CHRISTMAS FAIR – LLANDUDNO CHRISTMAS
YORK EXTRAVAGANZA
Sunday 14th November 2021 Friday 19th November 2021
Whether you are looking for the best fresh produce Llandudno is Wales' largest resort with a multitude of
for your Christmas lunch, or the ideal present from hotels, traditional B&B’s and other attractions, uniquely
handpicked independent retailers to give a loved one situated between the Great and Little Orme with two
on Christmas morning, you will be able to find it all wonderful beaches (if you can brave a paddle in this
conveniently under one roof in York Racecourse, at The weather).
Living North Christmas Fair. You can’t find the products
our exhibitors are selling on the high street, as ours is While in Llandudno the Christmas Extravaganza
a one-of-a-kind event, meaning you will be giving truly is due to take place, with Food, Drink, Craft stalls,
unique gifts to friends and family this Christmas. With Market stalls, Vintage fairground, Vintage attractions,
over 100 foodie exhibitors, this year you can stock up Entertainment.
on everything from pies and cheese to gin and cakes, Departing Highway Garage at 07:30am
meaning you’ll be sure to impress your guests this Departing Llandudno at 17:00pm
festive season. Only £22 per person
Departing Highway Garage at 07:30am
Departing Highway Garage at 16:00pm
Only £30 per person FESTIVE GIFT FAIR
Saturday 20th November 2021
Soon enough Christmas will be here and we all want to
make this year The Best Christmas Ever so, be inspired
and enjoy the fun and friendly Festive Gift Fair at the
Birmingham NEC.
Live music throughout the day to keep a fun, friendly
and Christmassy atmosphere while you browse.... tick
off your Christmas shopping list while having fun!
Great Gifts for your loved ones and all your sparkling
Christmas essentials from stocking fillers to tableware
and toys.
*Anyone visiting the NEC will need to show proof of
having had two doses of the COVID-19 vaccination OR
negative Lateral Flow Test result*
Departing Highway Garage at 07:30am
Departing NEC at 16:00pm
TRENTHAM GARDENS Only £28 per person
Tuesday 16th November 2021
Visit the award winning Trentham Gardens, home to HARROGATE AT CHRISTMAS
the Blue Diamond Garden Centre – packed full of home Saturday 20th November 2021
accessories, gifts, plants and garden ideas, an outdoor
shopping area, plenty of restaurants and coffee shops The boutique spa town of Harrogate is a wonderful and
and beautiful gardens. enchanting place to visit at Christmas time.
With Christmas lights sparkling in the trees along the
During the Festive period Trentham is a decked with Stray and glowing in the town, there is truly magical,
Christmas lights and the garden centre is full of festive feel. A perfect day out for Christmas Shopping.
Decorations and Christmas gifts. Make sure you pack The Harrogate Christmas Markets have been cancelled
your shopping bags. until 2022.
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am Departing Highway Garage at 08:00am
Departing Trentham at 15:00pm Departing Harrogate at 17:00pm
Only £10 per person Only £25 per person
KNITTING AND STITCHING SHOW YORK
Sunday 21st November 2021 Saturday 27th November 2021
The Knitting and Stitching Show at the Harrogate Imagine a city with Roman roots and a Viking
Convention Centre in Harrogate is the definitive past, where ancient walls surround contemporary
event for anyone with a love of textile based crafts. independent shops and vibrant eateries and there’s a
Championship creativity with hundreds of workshops, festival for every month of the year. Welcome to York -
demonstrations, interactive features on offer as well as the Original City Adventure!
200 of the most loved exhibitors selling specialist craft
supplies. Departing Highway Garage at 08:00am
Admission included in price. Departing York at 17:00pm
Only £22 per person
Departing Highway Garage at 07:30am
Departing Harrogate at 16:00pm
Only £36 per person WADDESDON MANOR
Saturday 27th November 2021
BAKEWELL AND BIGGIN HALL The spectacular fair set at the front of the house is
FOR LUNCH a Christmas shopping experience not to be missed.
Set against the backdrop of the floodlit North Front of
Wednesday 24th November 2021
the Manor with its 20ft Christmas trees. Soak up the
sights, smells and sounds of Christmas with our hand-
Join the coach at Highway Garage and enjoy the scenic
selected stalls all housed in charming wooden chalets,
drive to Bakewell. Make your way across Love Lock
surrounded by twinkling trees.
Bridge and wander through to the popular town centre.
Enjoy a relaxing coffee in one of the many coffee shops,
Please note this is an outdoor event – unfortunately the
sample one of the famous Bakewell Tarts or pick up a
house will be closed.
Christmas gift or two.
We then climb back on board the coach for the short
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am
journey to Biggin Hall, where a 3 course Christmas
Departing Waddesdon at 18:00pm
Lunch will be waiting for us.
Only £41 per person
Departing Highway Garage at 10:00am
Departing Biggin Hall at 16:30pm National Trust Members £31
Only £48 per person (NT pass must be shown on the day)
BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW WINTER
Sunday 28th November 2021
Eat, Drink and be Merry at the flagship Birmingham
winter Show bringing together the UK’s greatest chefs
and experts, plenty of festive shopping and inspiration,
exciting live entertainment in the unique Big Kitchen and
on numerous stages across the Show. Plus the widest
variety of food, drink and cookery products from over
450 exhibitors.
Big Kitchen Theatre Seat included to see James Martin.
*Anyone visiting the NEC will need to show proof of
having had two doses of the COVID-19 vaccination OR
negative Lateral Flow Test result*
Departing Highway Garage at 08:00am
Departing The NEC at 16:30pm
Only £48 per person
OSWALDTWISTLE MILLS MANCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKETS
FESTIVE DAY OUT Saturday 4th December 2021
Wednesday 1st December 2021
The Manchester Christmas Markets are back for 2021!!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year; and at Offering mouth-watering international food, drinks
Oswaldtwistle Mills the stops are pulled out to give you and delicately crafted Yuletide gifts in the heart of
a Christmas to remember! Take the hassle out of your this buzzing city. With beautifully festooned stalls and
Christmas shopping with retailers offering the perfect chalets spread across the city centre, soak up the
presents for all personalities. atmosphere and follow the market trail as it winds
Enjoy a traditional 3 course festive lunch and party the through the city centre, tempting you with gifts, and
afternoon away with live entertainment, carols and stand crafts.
up bingo. You then have more time to spend, spend, Departing late morning so we can enjoy more of the
spend…. When you are all shopped out, rest your feet Markets at dusk, when they are lit up to make it feel
and relax with a mince pie and cup of tea/coffee. even more Christmassy.
Departing Highway Garage at 08:30am Departing Highway Garage at 10:30am
Departing Oswaldtwistle at 16:00pm Departing Manchester at 20:00pm
Only £36 per person Only £16 per person
THE MAKING OF HARRY POTTER
Sunday 5th December 2021
“Experience Christmas in the wizarding world!”
Go behind the scenes of the Harry Potter film series
at The Warner Bros Studios, Leavesden. Step in to the
iconic sets like the Great Hall and Diagon Alley, wander
through the Forbidden Forest to Aragogs Lair, hop in to
a train carriage on Platform 93/4, ending in Ollivanders
wand shop: home to more than 17,000 individually
labelled wand boxes.
Departing Highway Garage at 10:00am
Departing The Studios at 18:00pm
Only £72 per person
(Age 5-15 £64 / Under 5’s FOC)
CHESTER OR CHESHIRE OAKS
Friday 3rd December 2021
A magical Christmas all wrapped up! Chester Christmas
Market will be back in the heart of Chester this year
(subject to Government guidelines). Get the festive
feeling this winter spoil yourself at the Chester
Christmas Markets. A handmade, historical, magical
experience awaits you with traditional wooden chalets
surrounding the iconic sparkling tree in the heart of the
city centre.
Or stay on board the coach and enjoy a day at Cheshire
Oaks - well known for its discounted designer stores,
food outlets and my personal favourite: Lindt Chocolate
Shop.
Departing Highway Garage at 08:30am
Departing Cheshire Oakes at 16:45pm –
Chester at 17:00pm
Only £18 per personSKIPTON AND THE STIRK HOUSE STRATFORD UPON AVON
Wednesday 8th December 2021 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Sunday 12th December 2021
Sit back and relax during the scenic journey to the
gateway to The Yorkshire Dales: Skipton. Enjoy the The Stratford Upon Avon Victorian Christmas Market is
morning in this charming market town, with its 900 year a themed event with stall holders dressed in Victorian
old castle and cobbled high street. Skipton is endlessly costumes. There will be entertainment throughout the
rich both in history and outstanding natural beauty, town; a stage in Henley Street will host a programme of
performances. There will be a traditional funfair, which
When your bags are full – the coach will make the short will include a carousel situated at the bottom of Wood
transfer you one of our favourite hotels: The Stirk House Street and on the Rother Street market area.
Hotel. (Previously used on the 2020 Get Together) Why not make your visit special and see the historic
Where a 3 course set Christmas Lunch will be waiting Shakespearean attractions and extensive range of
for us – relax and enjoy your meal in their cosy independent shops, boutiques, and known High Street
surroundings with a bottle of wine or maybe a mulled names that the town has to offer, or take a break in one
wine. of the welcoming cafés, pubs and restaurants.
Departing Highway Garage at 08:00am Departing Highway Garage at 08:30am
Departing The Stirk House at 16:30pm Departing Stratford at 15:30pm
Only £49 per person Only £22 per person
LONDON NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM
Saturday 11th December 2021
CHRISTMAS FAIR
Friday 17th December 2021
Spend a full day in our Capital City – whether it’s
Christmas Shopping on Oxford Street, taking in a
Gather your family and friends and enjoy a morning
matinee show, trying to spot a Royal at Buckingham
in Lichfield, before boarding the coach for the short
Palace or getting in to the Festive Spirit at Hyde Park the
transfer to The National Memorial Arboretum for a
day is yours to explore at leisure.
delicious 3 course meal and entertainment against the
stunning backdrop of the Arboretum.
*We have been advised that “Yule” need to pre-book to
visit the 2021 Winter Wonderland*
With a glass of fizz, three course Christmas Lunch,
A quick motorway toilet stop on both journeys –
festive entertainment from Antonio Socci Jive and
The coach will drop and collect in Park Lane.
Swing Band and tea and coffee included you’ll be
leaving full of festive spirit.
Departing Highway Garage at 07:00am*
Departing Park Lane at 19:30pm
Departing Highway Garage at 08:00am
Only £36 per person
Departing Arboretum at 15:30pm
Only £45 per person2022
BLACKPOOL AND THE ILLUMINATIONS
Monday 27th December 2021
The Blackpool Illuminations have become an iconic part
of British Culture. Arriving in Blackpool late morning
spend the day ridings Donkeys, eating candy floss or
standing on the glass floor of the Blackpool Tower.
Before boarding the coach for the return journey home ROBIN HOOD TRAVEL LTD
ANNUAL GET TOGETHER
through the famous illuminations.
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am Sunday 30th – Monday 31st January 2022
Illuminations switch on approx. 18:00pm
**Look out for your invitation in the post coming soon**
Only £22 per person
(Under 5 FOC / Under 16 £11)
STRICTLY COME DANCING SIDMOUTH WINTER WARMER
Saturday 22 January 2022 Thursday 17th – Monday 21st February 2022
4 x Nights: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the Royal York
Clear the floor and whip out your score cards – the and Faulkner Hotel, Sidmouth.
Strictly come Dancing Live Tour is back at The Utilita
Arena, Birmingham. A selection of celebrities and their Another visit to one of our favourite hotels “The Royal
professional dancers form the much awaited 19th series York and Faulkner” is situated on the sea front in the
will be showing you their FAB-U-LOUS moves!! With free lovely town of Sidmouth, Devon – perfect for blowing
time in Birmingham before thes how starts, you will have the cobwebs away!!
the chance to grab lunch before taking to your seats. Sidmouth is so relaxing and unspoilt, the promenade
opposite the hotel is all flat walking and at the end of the
Departing Highway Garage at 09:30am promenade are the lovely Connaught Gardens which are
Departing Utilita after the performace well worth a visit.
Only £85 per person
Attractions Included:
MYSTERY DRIVE
• Ross on Wye: With its picturesque location and
stunning Market House, Ross on Wye is considered
as one of the best towns in the UK.
AND DINES
• Topsham: The quaint historic town has a
cosmopolitan atmosphere with an eclectic cluster of
specialist shops and fine restaurants, plus wonderful
sunsets above the estuary.
Join us for the last of our • Exmouth: A lively town situated on the east coast of
Devon where the River Exe meets the sea. The town
mysteries for 2021, including offers a diverse selection of shops and places to eat.
lunch £34.50 per person • Free Day: Explore by foot or take your bus pass with
you to explore further afield.
• Bicton Park Botanical Gardens: Over 64 acres to
Departing Highway Garage at 10:00am explore “A delight for gardeners” Spanning nearly
and arrive back approx. 18:00pm 300years of gardening history, the park is home to
many rare and beautiful species, collected from
around the world, enjoy lunch in the Restaurant.
Wednesday 17th November 2021
Wednesday 15th December 2021 Only £330
Limited number of singles at Nil Supplement
Deposit of £66MOTHERS DAY TREAT LONDON WEEKEND
Sunday 27th – Monday 28th March 2022 Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th April 2022
1 x Night: Bed and Breakfast at The Millennium Hotel 1 x Night: Bed and Breakfast at the Tower Hotel,
London Knightsbridge. London.
Why not treat your Mum (or yourselves) to 2 days Enjoy an overnight break in our Capital City, with plenty
in London, staying at The Millennium Hotel London, of time for sightseeing, taking in a show or spending on
Knightsbridge. “The Closest Hotel to Harrods”.. nestled Oxford Street. The Tower Hotel will be our base for this
on Sloane Street in Knightsbridge this 4* cosmopolitan weekend break, located next to Tower Bridge with easy
hotel is situated in the heart of London’s luxury fashion access to board a local bus or underground to many
district. places of interest.
Making our usual early morning departure from Highway
Spend free time in London before heading back to the Garage, we will journey direct to the hotel, aiming to
hotel and enjoying Afternoon Tea: with a selection of arrive mid-morning.
sandwiches, cakes, scones and 2 hours of prosecco. Arrangements will be made for the concierge to store
On Monday the time is yours to discover London at your luggage until you check in at leisure. Sunday will be a
own pace. free day to continue exploring before departing London
at 16:00pm.
Attractions Included: • The Nearest Underground station is
• Afternoon Tea: Enjoy a selection of sandwiches, Tower Hill Tube Station
cakes scones and a 2 hour window of prosecco.
• Free time to explore Only £155 per person
£72 Single Supplement
Only £200 per person Deposit of £31
£58 Single Supplement
Deposit of £40
ADVANCE NOTICE OF OUR
FRED OLSEN – CLASSIC SCENIC
ICELAND CRUISE
Thursday 14th – Saturday 23rd July 2022
9 x Nights on board Balmoral
Named after the Scottish home of the Royal Family,
Balmoral is a classically styled ship exuding a
welcoming, friendly atmosphere and a warming,
home from home feel.
Thursday 14th July 2022 –
Highway Garage to Newcastle to board the ship.
HULL CITY BREAK Friday 15th & Saturday 16th July 2022 –
Cruising.
Sunday 27th – Monday 28th March 2022
1 x Night: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at The Doubletree Sunday 17th July 2022 –
by Hilton Hotel, Hull. Reykjavik, Iceland.
Monday 18th July 2022 -
Hull was celebrated as the UK’s City of Culture in Isajordur, Iceland / Cruising Hornstrandir &
2017, which saw more than £1 billion invested in its Dranhgaskord.
infrastructure and over £110 million invested in hotels
Tuesday 19th July 2022 –
and venues. Spend two days exploring the maritime city,
It’s waterfront has a lively cosmopolitan feel, fuelled by Cruising Eyjafjordur, Hrisey & Grimsey, Iceland.
popular restaurants around an impressive marina. The Wednesday 20th July 2022 –
old town features venues plenty, from fascinating Cruising Borgarfjordur Eystei & Seydisfjordur, Iceland.
museums to magnificent civic halls. Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd July 2022 – Cruising
Saturday 23rd July 2022 –
Newcastle to Highway Garage.
Only £120 per person
£22.50 Single Supplement Prices from £1531 per person
Deposit of £24
Please contact the office…2022 BROCHURE
COLLECTION
Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th November 2021
10:00am – 14:00pm at Highway Garage, Rudyard.
Collect your 2022 Brochure in person, enjoy a coffee with
friends old and new and work out which of the office
girls you speak to on the phone.
Do not worry if you are unable to attend our Brochure Collection Day, any uncollected
brochures will be posted out on Friday 12th November 2021.
Bookings will be taken from 09:00am on Wednesday 17th November 2021.
- Please note the office will be open on Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th November
but we will NOT be taking any bookings -
GIFT VOUCHERS PRIVATE HIRE MOT STATION
If you are stuck for Christmas,
Birthday or Anniversary gifts for your
As well as operating
our tour brochure we
AND GARAGE WORK
At Highway Garage we
loved ones, why not get them a Robin also operate a fleet
can MOT and service your
Hood Travel Ltd gift voucher. At any of executive coaches vehicles, we can MOT Test
denomination they really do make the and mini coaches for Class IV, V and VII (including
perfect gift, pop in to the office to all private hire work Motorhomes). Why not bring
purchase your gift voucher or we can your car in for its annual
post them out to you ready to slip in Contact the office check while you are away on
to your birthday card. for a quote. holiday?HOLIDAY
CANCELLATION BY
THE PASSENGER
BOOKING
Cancellations must be notified in writing and signed
by the person who made the booking.
The following scale of cancellation charges apply:
CONDITIONS
Prior to 42 days before departure date Deposits only
28 to 42 days before departure date 30%
14 to 27 days before departure date 45%
7 to 13 days before departure date 60%
0 to 6 days before departure date 100%
DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS OF
FINAL BALANCES BROCHURE PRICES
Prices in the brochure include VAT at 20% where
A deposit of 20% per person will be required for all possible.
tours and will be payable on booking. Bookings are
not confirmed until a 20% deposit has been received.
The final balance on all tours will be due 42 days DELAYS
(6 weeks) before departure. (Continental and flight The company cannot accept responsibility for delays
holidays final balances will be due 57 days (8 weeks) or disruption to travel services, or for additional
expenses incurred as a result caused by weather
before departure)
conditions, civil commotions, industrial disputes,
strikes, lock-outs, floods, sickness epidemic, natural
AUTHORISATION TO disasters and acts of God.
SIGN THE CONTRACT All additional costs are the responsibility of the
passenger but can normally be reclaimed under the
terms of the insurance policy for the passengers who
The person signing the contract does so, on behalf of
have paid the appropriate premium.
all members of the group and accepts these booking
conditions on their behalf. It is to this person that
all correspondence will be sent and, in the event
of holiday cancellation or change, the company are
BAGGAGE
We cannot accept liability, loss, or damage to
not liable if the other members of the party are not luggage unless it is established that it has been
informed. caused by negligence. If you wish to claim for loss
or damage to baggage, see relevant section of your
CANCELLATION BY THE
insurance policy.
COMPANY
The Company will not cancel a tour after the final
balance due date unless it is necessary to do so
by circumstances beyond our control. If it is found
necessary to cancel a tour, alternatives will be offered
where possible, with an opportunity to transfer at no
charge or a full refund of all money paid will be sent
after which all liability on part of the tour company
shall cease.Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year From all the team at Robin Hood Travel Ltd.
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