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BritishYour & EuropeanFirst ChoiceCoach Holidaysfor Reservations Hotline 01237 451282 INDEX – HEMMINGS TOURS We are very pleased to forward you our 2022 coach holiday brochure for your perusal. We are hoping that 2022 will be a better year for us all and that you will be Welcome to able to enjoy one or more of our holidays that we are proud to offer you in our brochure. We are a family operator with Ken and Linda Hemmings still at the helm with our children following in our footsteps 2022 being heavily involved with the business. We are passionate about all of the holidays that we offer and understand that all budgets are different, you will see that we use good standard two star hotels to four star luxury. We thank you for looking at our brochure and hope you that you will enjoy travelling with a local coach company that prides itself in being friendly, helpful and having conscientious drivers. – Call us today 01237 451282 ABOUT US Our careful, respectable, experienced drivers are, booking form. If no form is sent to us after the We are an established family-run business in we think the best you can possibly ask for. seven days then your reservation may be released. North Devon, we have owned and managed our Payments can be made by either cash, cheque, All monies are kept in a client call account which is coach holiday business for 24 years. We offer a debit or credit card. Written confirmation will be protected until you return from your holiday. personal, caring and friendly service to all our sent out to you within ten days of receiving your customers. We have a huge range of product WHY BOOK A HEMMINGS HOLIDAY booking form, this is also your invoice and states knowledge at our fingertips. Your holiday • An excellent choice of holidays and short breaks when the final balance is due. – British and European experience will start with speaking to one of our Please note that we do not send out reminders friendly and helpful office staff and will be driven • Free parking at our garage should you wish to for final balances. Luggage labels, your travel by one of our friendly expert drivers. Travel will be leave your car whilst on holiday (parked at ticket and timings will be posted to you about on a carefully maintained and comfortable owners’ risk) twelve days before departure. executive coach with good leg room. • Reserved seating on your tour coach fitted with OFFICE HOURS AND CONTACT ABOUT OUR HOLIDAYS lap belts, reclining seats, WC, hot and cold drink INFORMATION With destinations throughout the UK and Europe, facilities and air conditioning Monday – Friday 0900-1700 covering everything from city breaks to scenic • Well-planned excursions (entrances may be Saturday 0900-1200 Seasonal tours, seaside holidays to shopping, we aim to extra on some holidays) Hemmings Coaches, Powlers Piece Garage, make sure we can offer a holiday to suit everyone! • Great service from our kind office staff to East Putford, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 7XW We try to offer tours to suit all budgets and hospitable drivers. Telephone: 01237 451282 provide different types of accommodation from Email: [email protected] small, comfortable, family-owned hotels to • Superb value for money breaks Website: www.hemmingscoaches.co.uk four-star luxury – all are carefully chosen to offer • Easy booking system LUGGAGE SIZE our customers good service and excellent value. HOW TO BOOK A medium sized suitcase – 20kg excluding YOUR COMFORT, SAFETY AND Found a holiday that takes your fancy? Channel Islands (any extra luggage will be at the FINANCIAL SECURITY First, give our helpful office staff a call to check driver’s discretion). Carriage of any mobility aids Your comfort on board one of our coaches is the availability and discuss any requirements that you must be requested through the office, please see most important thing to us in insuring that you are may have. Once you have reserved your seats and terms and conditions. comfortable for the whole duration of your preferred room, these are held for a period of seven We hope you enjoy browsing through our holiday. Join us on one of our luxurious, stylish days. In those seven days we ask you to kindly fill brochure and we look forward to having the coaches which will comfort you with good out our booking form located in the centre of the pleasure of your company soon. legroom, reclining seats with lap belts, on-board brochure and to enclose it with a deposit of £60 toilet and hot/cold drinking facilities and equipped per person plus any insurances that you may wish From all at Hemmings Coaches with air conditioning. Feedback proves that our to add on. This will secure your booking. Final coaches are some of the most comfortable balances are required six weeks before the around. We keep our vehicles regularly serviced departure date. If the holiday is less than six weeks and are kept in a great condition by our own team. then the full payment will be required with the

2 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 DATEð DAYSð HOLIDAYð PAGE inDðX – heMMings ðOurs 7ð 5ð Valkenburg, Holland T&Tð 75 7ð 5ð Scenic Skegness, Lincoln & Woldsð 75 14ð 5ð North Wales & Chester T&Tð 76 DATEð DAYSð HOLIDAYð PAGE DATEð DAYSð HOLIDAYð PAGE 21ð 5ð Isle of Wight T&Tð 76 21ð 5ð Scenes of the Lake District Festive Breakð 77 2021 11ð 3ð A Weekend Full of Bloomð 37 25ð 3ð Bath Xmas Markets & Longleatð 78 Dec 22 ð 7ð Christmas in the Scottish Highlands ð 4ð 12ð 6ð Discover the Scottish Highlandsð 37 28ð 5ð Tasteful Tenby & Pembrokeshire T&Tð 78 19ð 7ð Giants Causeway ð 38 Dec 23ð 5ð Christmas in Bournemouth ð 4 20ð 7ð Summer Scenes on the Isle of Wight ð 38ð Deceðber 20ð 5ð Music Through the Decades – Peak District ð 39 2ð 3ð Bath Xmas Markets & Longleat 2022 21ð 7ð Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Sark & Hermð 39 9ð 3ð Blenheim Palace, Oxford and Bath Markets ð 79 26ð 6ð Splendour of the Lake District ð 40 9ð 3ð Bath Xmas Markets & Longleatð 79 January 27ð 5ð Riches, Roses & Rutland Reservoir ð 40 10ð 2ð Illuminating Kew Gardens & Windsor Castleð 80 16ð 8ð An Austrian Winter’s Tale on a Winter Train ð 5 22ð 7ð Christmas in the Scottish Highlands ð 80 29 ð 2ð Weekend in Cardiffð 6 July 23ð 5ð Christmas in Bournemouth ð 81 31ð 5ð Snowdonia Winter Warmerð 6 3ð 8ð Boats & Trains of the Highlands & Islands ð 41 31ð 5ð All Inclusive in Bournemouth ð 7 3ð 6ð Beautiful Brittany ð 41 3ð 5ð Oxfordshire Murders, Thames Cruise & Blenheim Palace ð 42 February 9ð 2ð Hampton Court Flower Show & Kew Gardens ð 42 Our ðeparture pðints 7ð 5ð Isle of Wightð 7 8ð 7ð Little Boats & Trains of Austria ð 43 11ð 3ð Escape to Torquay for the Weekend ð 8ð 9 10ð Cruising the Mighty Rhine to Switzerland ð 44 DEVON 10ð 5ð Charming Cheshire, Chester & Wirral Peninsula ð 45 ðXMinster: The Square 14ð 5ð South Coast and Eastbourne ð 8 10ð 8ð Romantic Highland Railways of Scotland ð 45 barnstaple: Railway Station 21ð 5ð Llandudno, Snowdonia & Mount Snowdonð 9 15ð 4ð Boats & Trains of Worcestershire & Gloucestershire ð 46 bicKingtOð: Opposite the Garage 21ð 5ð The Splendour of Scarborough ð 9 17ð 6ð Canals & Railways of Walesð 46 biDðFOðD: The Kingsley Statue 28ð 5ð Tasteful Tenby, Pretty Pembrokeshire & Royal Mintð 10 18ð 5ð Lovely Liverpool & Sunny Southport ð 47 brauntOð: Opposite the George Hotel 28ð 5ð North Wales Delights, Chester & Liverpoolð 10 19ð 7ð Channel Islands – Jersey, Guernsey, Sark & Hermð 47 21ð 7ð Isle of Manð 48 buDleigh saltertOð:ð Public Hall March 22ð 8ð Great Yarmouth, Sandringham & Norfolk ð 48 cullOMptOð: Services J28, M5 6ð 8ð A Winter Wonderland Treetop Trailð 11 24ð 8ð Italian Dolomites & Lake Gardað 49ð DðWlish: Piermont Place 7ð 5ð All Inclusive – Newquayð 12 28ð 5ð Isles of Scillyð 49ð ðXeter: Moto Services M5, coach parking area 7ð 5ð All Inclusive – Lake District ð 12 31ð 5ð Stratford-upon-Avon & Cotswoldsð 50 ðXMOuth: Opposite the Savoy Cinema 14ð 5ð Rhonda Valley, Mumbles & Swanseað 13 31ð 6ð Sunny Skegness, Lincoln & Woldsð 50 FreMingtOð: Bus stop at The New Inn 15ð 4ð Hemmings Cornish Treatð 13 ðOlsWOrthy: Bus Stop opposite the church 21ð 5ð All Inclusive in Harrogate, York & Scenic Yorkshire Dalesð 14 ðugust ðOnitOð: Three Tuns, High Street 21ð 5ð Mystery Break ð 14 2ð 7ð Shetland Isles – The Island of the Vikingsð 51 ilFracOMbe: War Memorial 27 ð 5ð Scotland’s Spectacular Scenery ð 15 6ð 3ð Mystery Weekend ð 52 ivybriDge: Outside the Town Hall 28 ð 5ð Paddle Boat Through the Broads & Great Yarmouth ð 15 12ð 3ð Chocolate, Cheetahs & Carriages ð 52 J27/M5: Services by Petrol Station 28ð 5ð Mountains & Coastlines of Southern Ireland ð 16 12ð 4ð Cruising the River Thamesð 53 KðOWstOne: Picnic Area 14ð 7ð Northumbria’s Rugged Coastð 53 neWðOð abbOð: Opposite the Railway Station ðpril 15ð 5ð Trains, Witches & Ropesð 54 OKehaMptOð: Go Mobile West Street 1ð 3ð Have a Crafty Break Awayð 16 17ð 4 ð Magical Disneyland Paris ð 54 paigntOð: Garfield Road by the multi storey 4ð 5ð Dutch Bulbfields & Amsterdam Cruiseð 17 21ð 5ð English Lakes & Scottish Bordersð 55 plyMOuth: Derry’s Cross Roundabout Bus Laybys 4ð 5ð Spring onto the Isle of Wight ð 18 22ð 5ð Boats, Trains & Planes ð 55 ðOWlers piece: Depot - free parking available 8ð 4ð Charming Cotswolds & Dreaming Spires of Oxford ð 18 22ð 5ð Lincolnshire, Lace, Fish & Forest ð 56 10ð 5ð Delightful Durham Dales & Beamish ð 19 ðiDMOuth The Triangle 28ð 3ð Beautiful Bath ð 56 sOurtðn ðrðss: Lorry Park 11ð 7ð Killarney and the Ring of Kerryð 19 28ð 7ð Travel Through the Heart of Wales to England ð 57 16ð 3ð Eggcellent Easter Break – Newquay ð 20ð ðOuth MOltOð: The Square 16ð 7ð Isle of Man ð 20 stibb crOss: Bus stop, adjacent to the Old Union Inn ðepteðber tavistOðK: Outside the Bedford Hotel 17ð 6ð A Mythical Journey through the Valley of Walesð 21 3ð 2ð Cardiff Shopping & Sightseeingð 58 18ð 5ð Yorkshire Railway Journeys ð 21 5ð 5ð Scenic Lake District ð 58 teignMOuth: Eastcliff coach park 21ð 5ð Avons Calling ð 22ð 5ð 5ð Romantic Railways of North Walesð 59 tivertOð: Coach Station or Petroc College 22ð 7ð Channel Islands ð 22 5ð 5ð Blackpool Illuminations, Lakes & Bury Market ð 59 ðOðQuay: Lymington Road Coach Station 23ð 4ð The Evesham Blossom Trail & Tale of the Archersð 23 9ð 3ð RHS Wisley Garden Flower Show ð 60 ðOrringtOð: Back of the Globe Inn 24ð 7ð Wild in the Highlands of Scotland ð 23 10ð 5ð Enchanting Eastbourne & Brighton ð 60 ðOtnes: Bus layby opposite the Seven Stars Hotel 27ð 8ð French Riviera, Monte Carlo, Nice & Cannesð 24 12ð 5ð Constable Country, Clacton Coast & Aldeburgh ð 61 WhiDDOð DOWð: Service area by the petrol station 12ð 5ð Welsh Highlands, Anglesey & Puffin Islandð 61 yellanD: Bus stop at Pottery Lane May 14ð 7ð Killarney & The Ring of Kerry ð 62 1ð 7ð Jersey – The Tranquil Island ð 24 17ð 8ð Jersey – The Tranquil Island ð 62 CORNWALL 1ð 7ð Beautiful Bantry Bay & Garnish Island ð 25 17ð 8ð Diano Marina, Monaco & the Italian Riviera ð 63 ðODMin: Bus stop by Dennison Road car park 2ð 5ð Floriade and Dutch Bulbfieldsð 25 19ð 5ð Isle of Wight ð 63 5ð 5ð Trains, Trams & Treasures of the Peaksð 26 buDð: Crescent Car park 19ð 8ð Scotland’s Famous Route 500ð 64 FraDDOn ðervices ð ðn request 8ð 5ð Glorious Gardens & Castles of the Lakesð 26 22ð 5ð Guernsey – Channel Islands ð 65 8ð 5ð Kingdom of Northumbria & Farne Islandsð 27 KilKhaMptOð: Outside the Church 25ð 5ð Yorkshire Moors, City & Coastal Delights ð 65 launcestOð: Bus stop by the multi storey on 8ð 5ð Beautiful Bournemouth & Exbury Gardens ð 27 25ð 6ð Beautiful Bournemouth ð 66 13ð 3ð Mystery Weekend ð 28 Westgate Street 25ð 9ð Fort William & the Isle of Skye ð 66 lisKearD: The Parade 13ð 3ð Wonderful Weekend with Wine & Windsor ð 28 28ð 9ð The Outer Hebridesð 67 15ð 6ð Scotland’s City Sights & Royal Delights ð 29 reDruth: Railway Station 15ð 5ð Welsh Highlands, Anglesey & Puffin Islandð 29 Octðber saltash: Ploughboy Inn 16ð 5ð Spring onto the Isle of Wight ð 30 2ð 7ð Isle of Man ð 68 st austell: Railway Station 20ð 7ð Isle of Manð 30 3ð 5ð Secrets of Shropshireð 68 trurO: Fairmantle Street coach park 23ð 8ð Scotland’s Famous Route 500ð 31 9 11ð Hemmings Grand Tour of Ireland ð 69 23ð 5ð Harrogate and Yorkshire Dalesð 32 9ð 5ð Monmouthshire, Cardiff & Brecon Beconsð 70 SOMERSET 27ð 2ð Chelsea Flower Shoe & Hampton Court ð 32 14ð 4ð Hemmings Cornish Treatð 70 briDðWater services:ð On Request 27ð 2ð Chelsea Flower Show & RHS Wisleyð 33 16ð 5ð Scenes of the Lake District ð 71 charD: Guildhall 29ð 7ð Westport & The Wild Atlantic Way ð 33 17 ð 5ð Isle of Wight ð 71 ðOðDanO services:ð On Request 29ð 7ð Scarboroughð 34 21ð 3ð Mystery Weekendð 72 ilMinster: Stonemasons Pub 30ð 5ð Cream of Cotswolds & Sudeley Castleð 34 21ð 4ð Blackpool Illuminations Weekendð 72 tauntOð: Winchester Arms, Taunton Deane Services or 30ð 5ð North Wales & Charming Cheshire ð 35 24ð 5ð Autumn Tints of Snowdonia ð 73 BP Garage J25/M5 24ð 5ð Harrogate, York & Yorkshire Dalesð 73 June WellingtOð: Conservative Club Please note that in order for us to offer you all of these ð 3 10ð Sunny Spain & Santa Susannað 35 nOveðber 5ð 5ð Derbyshire’s Peak District ð 36 departure points, feeder vehicles may operate. This could be by coach, minibus, car or taxi and may 6ð 5ð A Romantic Journey of Norfolk ð 36 7ð 5ð Mystery Weekend T&Tð 74 7ð 5ð Newquay T&Tð 74 not be to the standard of your tour coach. 9D 8D 7D 6D 5D 4D 3D 2D 1D 11D 10D EXIT TOILET DRIVER 9C 8C 7C 6C 5C 4C 3C 2C 1C COFFEE MACHINE COFFEE 11C 10C

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Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282ð 3ð 2ð Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 photo: Sarah McGuire Sarah photo: 2021 NEW 7 Days TOUR DUE TO 5 Days £585 DEMAND £580

Wednesday 22 to Tuesday 28 December 2021 Thursday 23 to Monday 27 December 2021 CHRISTMAS IN THE CHRISTMAS IN BOURNEMOUTH SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £23 Single supplement £104 • Holiday insurance £25 Bournemouth is a wonderful place to visit during the festive season, enjoy winter walks on the beautiful seven miles of beaches covered in fine golden Situated near a leafy Victorian spa town, surrounded by wooded hills, the dramatic beauty of the Scottish Highlands is showcased in this fabulous Christmas package we have to offer. The oldest sand or stroll through the peaceful gardens. Set in beautiful Dorset and within Royal Burgh of Tain is a small but thriving town situated on the south shore of Dornoch Firth where minutes of the New Forest there is a world of stunning scenery, outstanding as Dornoch is an ancient cathedral town beautifully placed by the sea with the best scenery you views, great attractions and picturesque villages for all to enjoy. Over could imagine. We will discover the capital of the Highlands, Inverness, with its quaint buildings November and December, Bournemouth is home to its very own Christmas and beautiful cathedral. We will end our excursion package travelling along Loch Ness where we will keep and eye out for Nessie! festival, held in the heart of the town square filled with lights, aminated figures and Christmas decorations the festive ambiance carries you through WEDNESDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to the the market which entices you to enjoy mulled wine, authentic German cuisine Lancashire area for our overnight hotel. and Alpine chalets stuffed with Christmas treats and gifts. THURSDAY: Continue our journey by way of Perth then continue our journey after lunch arriving into Strathpeffer. Be ready to join your fellow guests in the main THURSDAY: Following our morning departure we shall aim to arrive at lounge for a complimentary glass of bubbly. We then begin our celebrations with a our hotel mid afternoon to enjoy an afternoon tea. Collect a quiz sheet from Gala Candlelit Dinner in the Jacobite Restaurant followed by live entertainment when you can dance the night away! reception and unwind, it’s Christmas! Tonight enjoy a welcome glass of bubbly and canapes in the lounge to meet fellow guests before a candlelit CHRISTMAS EVE: After a full highland breakfast it’s quiz time! Pick up your dinner followed by an evening of live entertainment. question sheet from reception with results and prizes announced at dinner. Our excursion today will firstly take us to Tain , awash with fascinating history with an FRIDAY: You may like to join the coach for a morning sightseeing tour to array of cafes and shops. Onto Dornoch with the best scenery you could ever imagine the New Forest. Enjoy a morning coffee stop before returning to our hotel with surrounding hills, glens, lochs and heather clad moors before we return for a for a hot buffet lunch. Guess the weight of the cake and enjoy some four course Gala Candlelit Christmas Eve Dinner. Dancing and live music tonight to bring in Christmas Day! afternoon festive entertainment. Tonight listen to the Salvation army band playing carols followed by entertainment. CHRISTMAS DAY: MERRY CHRISTMAS! Begin this special day with a full Scottish breakfast in the restaurant. Complimentary coffee and shortbread will be CHRISTMAS DAY: After breakfast perhaps another quiz, Santa Claus served from 11 – 12pm. A very special visitor will be arriving, can you guess who? drops in on his way back to Lapland, enjoy a festive Christmas day feast, We then enjoy a Grand Gala Christmas Lunch. After you have had time to digest, followed by the Queens speech, afternoon tea and Christmas cake. Tonight there will be live music and dancing with a light buffet dinner to keep you going! Chef’s spectacular hot and cold gala buffet, seeing is believing! Trip the light BOXING DAY: We head to Inverness known as the ‘Capital of the Highlands’, fantastic and join in the festive frolicking to tonight’s superb entertainment. situated on the banks of River Ness. Admire its beautiful red sandstone castle perched above the city, walk along the rushing River Ness and discover the quaint BOXING DAY: This morning our coach will take you for a drive to Poole buildings of the old town. We then travel along Loch Ness, a large fresh water loch before returning for a glass of mulled wine and a sumptuous hot buffet running for 23 miles south west of Inverness and is the deepest loch in Scotland. Look lunch. If you have room there will be afternoon tea with chef’s treats. A out for the eponymous monster, Nessie! On the western shore stands the romantic farewell candlelit dinner followed by live entertainment. ruins of Urquhart Castle, dating back to the 13th and 16th century and is one of the largest in Scotland with panoramic views. We return to the hotel where the Piper will MONDAY: We depart Bournemouth and make our way home to arrive pipe you all in to a Boxing Day Highland Banquet. Then dance away another late afternoon/early evening. Christmas with live music. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless We depart the Ben Wyvis Hotel and travel to our overnight hotel MONDAY: stated below. The hotels itinerary is based on previous years and maybe once again in the north of England. subject to a slight change. TUESDAY: We return home to the West Country for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Due to the location of our hotel the excursion programme is subject to OCEAN BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, BOURNEMOUTH *** road/weather conditions and may change. The hotels itinerary is based on an Located directly on the seafront, atop the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth early 2021 schedule and subject to change. this contemporary hotel offers some of the best views in town. The Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy BEN WYVIS HOTEL, STRATHPEFFER*** beaches and close to the town centre, gardens and vibrant café society of Step into the grand Victorian mansion where a warm and friendly welcome awaits you. This hotel is full of character and charm and is complemented by the nature and adventure that sits on the Bournemouth. The 64 en-suite bedrooms feature a telephone, television, doorstep. Escape and take a wonder around the five acres of woodlands and landscaped mature hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Spa is one of the best in gardens which are just as impressive as the building itself. All 92 en-suite rooms are equipped with a Bournemouth and all Oceana Guests have access to sister hotels amenities such as television, hairdryer, desk and chair and a welcome beverage tray. Due to the age of the building, indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There is a lift. there are some period features that would be unsuitable for those with mobility needs. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinners, bed and breakfast, porterage, bubbly reception, visit Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, three lunches, four from Santa, 1 Christmas lunch, entertainment each evening and excursion programme. afternoon teas, entertainment during your stay and excursion programme.

4 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 8 Days £775 Beautiful Sunday 16 to Sunday 23 January 2022 Scenery AN AUSTRIAN WINTER’S TALE ON A WINTER TRAIN Single supplement £145 • Holiday insurance £42

Snow-capped peaks, legendary après-ski and Austrian hospitality will make your winter break in Austria unforgettable. Austria is undeniably beautiful in the summer months but it’s in the winter that its varied landscapes and historic towns and cities can be really spectacular. Our Austrian tour is a true winters’ tale, with once in a lifetime experiences which should not be missed. A winter wonderland awaits you on a ride with the Pinzgau Winter Tale panoramic railway to the icy Krimml Falls, a torch-lit walk, a horse drawn sleigh ride and of course a tour of a Tyrolean Schnapps Museum. LAND HOTEL OBERWIRT, EBBS**** Located in the centre of Ebbs, this elegant country style four star hotel features a restaurant serving typical Austrian cuisine and some international classics and with an emphasis of sourcing seasonal local ingredients. All rooms are en-suite and offer a balcony, television and furnished with hand carved wooden furniture typical for the region. The hotel also has an indoor swimming pool and sauna. There is a lift.

SUNDAY: An early start to travel to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel crossing to with ornate frescoes. In the afternoon continue to Mittersill and enjoy a unique Calais. Continue to our overnight hotel in the Liege/Aachen area. winter experience as you ride on the Pinzgau Winter fairy tale nostalgic train to the icy Krimml Falls. A guided torchlight walk will take you to the foot of the MONDAY: Travel through Germany and on to Austria to arrive at our host illuminated frozen waterfalls, where you will experience an unforgettable resort in Ebbs for our five night stay. glittering world of ice. Enjoy a warming welcome schnapps before dinner at Hanke’s restaurant next to the Krimml waterfalls. TUESDAY: A visit to Kitzbuhel, home to the rich and famous. Wander through the cobble stoned streets, enjoy some window shopping!. In the FRIDAY: The hills are alive with the Sound of Music! Today we will visit afternoon we enjoy the breath taking winter landscape during a horse drawn Salzburg, the Mozart capital of the world and home of the ever popular movie sleigh ride (maybe on wheels, weather dependent) Enjoy a mulled wine to ‘The Sound of Music’. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this magical city which will warm you up. show you some of the many highlights. Enjoy some free time in the city for shopping and sightseeing. WEDNESDAY: Enjoy a scenic circular trip around the Wilder Kaiser and the scenic Kitzbühel Alps. We journey via the pretty lakeside town of Walchsee and SATURDAY: We say farewell to Austria and return to our hotel in the Liege/ stop in Gasteig at the ‘Wilder Kaiser’, here we take a tour of the Cheese Museum Aachen area for our overnight stay. and perhaps have a sample! Return to our hotel via a stop at a Tyrolean Schnapps Museum – learn how it is distilled and enjoy tasting some of the local firewater. SUNDAY: We travel to Calais for our return Eurotunnel crossing into Folkestone and continue home for early evening. THURSDAY: We travel to the nearby town of Kufstein, known as the ‘Pearl of Tyrol’. The city is dominated by its fortress built over 800 years ago. Maybe Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated take the panoramic lift to the fortress. Stroll through the medieval old town, below. (The itinerary is subject to road and weather conditions due to snow) known as the Romerhofgasse, a traditional narrow alley with buildings adorned INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast (inc. 1 dinner in Hanke’s restaurant), Eurotunnel crossings, guided tour of Salzburg, journey on the Pinzgau Railway, guided torch lit walk to the Krimml Falls, horse drawn sleigh ride, glass of schnapps, entrance and tour of Schnapps Museum, entrance and tour of the cheese museum, dinner in Hanke’s restaurant at the Krimml waterfalls and excursion programme.

4 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 2 Days 5 Days FREE BAR 5 Days £110 £315 1900-2300 £240

Saturday 29 to Sunday 30 January 2022 Monday 31 January to Friday 4 February 2022 WEEKEND IN CARDIFF SNOWDONIA WINTER WARMER Single supplement £15 • Holiday insurance £18 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24

Our Cardiff break has proved very popular over the last few years. It never Dominated by the impressive Snowdonia mountain range, a visit to this park disappoints and it is within easy reach of the west-country, with shopping and reveals picturesque villages, fast-flowing waterfalls and a coastline of fine sandy fantastic sights in its line-up. You could be forgiven for thinking that Cardiff is a beaches. In addition to the rugged mountain landscapes there are numerous clear-cut sprawl of clubs and high street stores, one coach trip later however, rolling green valleys, packed with woodlands, streams and waterfalls, and 60 and you’ll discover all about this interesting city with its tourist sights, whilst miles of spectacular coastline. On the west coast of Wales stands the formidable enjoying views of Cardiff’s 2000 year-old castle situated opposite the hotel. 13th-century fortress of Harlech Castle, looming proudly over the picturesque golden sands of Harlech beach. The castle is one of four in North Wales that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site, alongside the grey stone castles and town walls Following our morning departure we travel across the SATURDAY: of Caernarfon, Conwy and Beaumaris. River Severn into Wales. We continue on to the Holiday Inn for early afternoon. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy all that Cardiff has to offer. MONDAY: After a morning departure we cross the border into Wales and make our way to Llanberis and the Royal Victoria Hotel for the next four nights. SUNDAY: A morning to explore or shop in Cardiff. We leave Cardiff Enjoy a welcome tea/coffee on arrival. at 1530 and make our way home to the West Country for late afternoon/ TUESDAY: We travel through the Snowdonia National Park and onto the early evening. west coast where we shall take in Harlech, admire the castle before continuing to the seaside resort of Barmouth. Complete our day in Dolgellau before Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless travelling back up through the National Park to our hotel. stated below. WEDNESDAY: Our day will start taking in Capel Curig before arriving into Betws-y-Coed, one of the honeypot locations in Snowdonia. Continue our scenic drive taking in Blaenau Ffestiniog before arriving into Porthmadog. On through Beddgelert to historic Caernarfon, which is guarded by its mighty castle, what a beautiful day ! THURSDAY: Today we travel first to Bangor before we travel across the Menai Bridge onto the Isle of Anglesey and Beaumaris. Of course, a visit to Anglessey would not be complete without a visit to Llanfair PG. FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart Llanberis and cross back into England to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below.

ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL, LLANBERIS*** This hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of their very own gardens and woodlands, which include the historic castle of Dolbadarn. Being cradled between two lakes, Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris, as well as the Welsh mountains the location is quite simply breath-taking. All 104 HOLIDAY INN, CARDIFF**** en-suite bedrooms are equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, iron & Enjoy a central location in the Welsh capital at the modern Holiday Inn Cardiff City ironing board and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a free bar between Centre Hotel, next to the stunning Millennium Stadium and opposite the Castle. 1900-2300 each evening on selected house wines, drafts and soft drinks and Friendly staff welcome you into the Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre’s contemporary complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day. There is a lift. lobby. All 157 bedrooms are accessible via the lift and are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, telephone and television. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE entertainment during your stay, four hour free bar and excursion Executive coach travel and 1 night bed and breakfast. programme.

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FREE BAR 5 Days **3 HOUR 5 Days £275 1900-2300 £240 FREE BAR

Monday 31 January to Friday 4 February 2022 Monday 7 to Friday 11 February 2022 ALL INCLUSIVE IN BOURNEMOUTH ISLE OF WIGHT No single supplement on allocated singles No single supplement on allocated singles Holiday insurance £24 Seaview rooms are available at £20 per person Premier seaview room £40 per person • Holiday insurance £24 Can you really afford to stay at home? Come and enjoy a weekend in Bourne- mouth with the added value of an ‘All Inclusive Package’. Bournemouth is The Isle of Wight may be just five miles off the mainland, but it’s a different a lovely destination and not just a seaside resort but a city by the sea with world. Nowhere in the country can match the Isle of Wight for geographical golden beaches, floral gardens, excellent shopping and all year round enter- variety. It is as if all the best natural assets of southern England have come to- tainment. Whatever your interests the town offers something for everyone. gether to be exhibited on one 23 mile long and 13 mile wide, stretch of land. Essentially Victorian in character, it is also described as the Garden City of the All along the coast you will find quiet fishing harbours and seaside villages, South with over 2000 acres of superb parks and gardens. along with stretches of golden sand and unspoilt beaches. Shanklin is a tradi- tional seaside town located on the south-east coast of the Isle of Wight. Nestled MONDAY: Board your coach and we travel along the south coast to in the bay between Sandown and Ventnor, it regularly tops the charts for the Bournemouth arriving during the afternoon. Enjoy your surroundings before number of sunshine hours. From the long wide sandy beach to the wooded relaxing over your evening meal. ravine which is Shanklin Chine as well as the Old Village with its independent shops, restaurants and pubs, you won’t be short of something to do. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • Our day will start in Poole, a bustling resort with a lively quayside, stunning MONDAY: We travel to the south coast and Lymington for the ferry natural harbour and some of the finest beaches in England. It also boasts a crossing to Yarmouth. We continue our journey to Shanklin and the Ocean historic Old Town which still shows evidence of its medieval past. Onto the View Hotel. resort of Swanage with its seaside attractions, sandy beach, promenade, Victorian pier and colourful beach huts. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • Our day will start with a visit to Cowes, a vibrant, exciting place at any time, • We shall drive by way of Boscombe and Christchurch to travel through the with sporting and cultural events throughout the year. It’s a sophisticated New Forest National Park. We shall stop in Lyndhurst before returning by resort you won’t want to miss. The town stretches across the Medina estuary, way of Brockenhurst and an afternoon tea stop in Lymington. where the famous chain ferry shuttles pedestrians and cars from one side of the FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel by way of Dorchester for river to the other, in just a few minutes. Onto Ryde, the largest town on the Isle our lunchtime stop, before continuing our journey home arriving late of Wight, it has a well-established set of shopping streets, and also features afternoon/early evening. some great attractions for all the family, including ten pin bowling, traditional amusements and a cinema. Ryde also has an award-winning beach which at Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless low-tide opens up to be the largest stretch of golden sands on the Isle of Wight, stated below. making it a perfect for beach sports and activities, or just simply relaxing in a ** The Ocean Beach Hotels ‘All Inclusive Package’ consists of dinner, bed, and deckchair, you never know it could be warm enough! breakfast, three lunches. Inclusive Bar from 6pm-9pm (selected house brand • An Island tour today with stops throughout the day. We shall take in spirits & soft drinks). The hotel will offer three lunches; you may have to Ventnor, Alum Bay, Yarmouth and Freshwater - Cameras at the ready! forego the excursion if your preference is the included lunch. FRIDAY: Depart the Ocean View and travel to Yarmouth for the return crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless OCEAN BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, BOURNEMOUTH *** stated below. Located directly on the seafront, atop the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth this contemporary hotel offers some of the best views in town. The Ocean Beach OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN *** Hotel and Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy Situated in a prime cliff top location looking out across Sandown Bay, offering beaches and close to the town centre, gardens and vibrant café society of spectacular views and warm and friendly services. It is ideally situated for the Bournemouth. The 64 en-suite bedrooms feature a telephone, television, facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. The hotel has hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Spa is one of the best in a bar, coffee shop, indoor heated swimming pool, games room, full size snooker Bournemouth and all Ocean Beach guests have access to sister hotels amenities table and a Canadian pine sprung dance floor. All bedrooms are en-suite and are such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There is a lift. equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, television and radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, tea/coffee and porterage on arrival. 4 night’s dinner, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE lunch, bed and breakfast, all Inclusive package at the Ocean Beach Hotel (**see Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry above for details) entertainment during your stay and excursion programme. crossings, entertainment and excursion programme.

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Friday 11 to Sunday 13 February 2022 Monday 14 to Friday 18 February 2022 ESCAPE TO TORQUAY SOUTH COAST AND EASTBOURNE No single supplement on allocated singles FOR THE WEEKEND Holiday insurance £24 • Seaview £20 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £19 Room with a view £10 Eastbourne is one of Britain’s more elegant resorts, enjoying a glorious sunny location on the south coast in the shelter of Beachy Head. It has five miles of Torquay is one of Britain’s most famous resorts, situated at the heart of 22 miles promenade and the famous Carpet Gardens line the seafront, the rockery of of unspoilt coastline, often referred to as the ‘English Riviera’. Torbay is blessed Helen Gardens and the shingle based Sovereign Park with its 130 different spe- with a mild climate, sparkling blue waters, Blue-Flag beaches and extensive cies of wild flowers. Activities include bowls, museums, cinemas and dancing attractive gardens. Torquay is characterised by its Mediterranean feel, created at the Winter Gardens and of course plenty of shops too. Beachy Head has pan- by its palm tree lined seafront, Italian style white villas perched high on the oramic views, from Brighton in the west to Dungeness in Kent in the east. This hillsides and fabulous yachts and boats moored in the popular marina. Fashion- area of outstanding national beauty is close to the historical sites of Hastings able since Victorian times and the former home of such figures as crime author and Battle and a short drive from lively Brighton. Agatha Christie and comedy actor Peter Cook, Torquay offers contrast and va- riety, day and night, from its bustling harbour and marina to its exclusive shops MONDAY: We depart locally and travel to Eastbourne stopping for lunch and sophisticated restaurants and bars, which are open well into the evening along the way. We arrive at the Queens Hotel for our four night stay. along the promenade. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • A relaxing drive via Beachy Head before spending the rest of the day in FRIDAY: We depart your local area and following a coffee stop on route, Brighton, the city by the sea. Don’t miss the fabulous Royal Pavilion, exotic we travel the short distance to our hotel in Torquay, located on the ‘English seaside palace of King George IV. Explore the beachfront, with its Artists Riviera’. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and unwind. Quarter, stylish new cafes, bars, restaurants and fishing museum. Onto the SATURDAY: Our morning will start in Totnes, a historic Saxon market County town of Lewes with its historical buildings and Castle. town renowned for its bohemian, alternative lifestyle. Centred around its • We travel first to the ancient and picturesque town of Rye which was once magnificent castle, this cultural destination combines beautiful countryside one of the most important channel ports. Enjoy the cobbled Mermaid Street and a relaxed atmosphere. We continue onto Dartmouth, one of South which still retains many of its 15th – 16th century buildings. Onto Hastings, Devon’s most popular and enchanting towns with its charming historic famous as the site of the famous Battle of 1066 although it actually took place streets and historical buildings. Our day will finish with a drive along Slapton in Battle. The winding twittens of its Old Town and its three miles of un-spoilt Sands, an expansive three mile stretch of shingle beach, situated on the beaches were key locations in the TV drama series ‘Foyles War’. east-facing coast of the Region. FRIDAY: We depart after our breakfast and travel home for arrival late SUNDAY: We depart Torquay after lunch and return home for late afternoon/early evening. afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. stated below. * Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink each evening. * Complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink each evening.

METROPOLE HOTEL, TORQUAY*** This hotel’s location is key for exploring Torquay’s many attractions. Acquired by QUEENS HOTEL, EASTBOURNE *** Leisureplex hotels, the Metropole hotel is an ideal base to escape on a great value A magnificent Victorian hotel situated in an outstanding position overlooking the pier. There is the Princes Suite with its own bar where entertainment is provided weekend to beat the winter blues. There is a bright airy dining room, spacious most evenings. A lounge bar, snooker room, sun lounge and two restaurants and entertainment lounge hosting regular evening entertainment, bar, games room, free Wi-Fi in public areas. All 127 en-suite bedrooms have central heating with extensive lobby lounge, WiFi in public areas and an elevated panoramic terrace. telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and television. There are two All 96 en-suite bedrooms have television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is lifts which serve all floors (although the ground and lower ground floors are split a lift. level with some stairs) INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 1 lunch and drink programme. with dinner and excursion programme.

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Monday 21 to Friday 25 February 2022 Monday 21 to Friday 25 February 2022 LLANDUDNO, SNOWDONIA AND THE SPLENDOUR OF SCARBOROUGH SANDY BAYS, HILLS AND DALES MOUNT SNOWDON No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 No single supplement • Holiday insurance £24 Room with a view £20 Discover why Britain’s first holiday resort is still as popular now as it always was in its Victorian hey-day. Walk along the elegant Esplanade and through The excitement of the North Wales coastline and the spell-binding beauty of the fine gardens to the magnificent Scarborough Spa, home to avaried Snowdonia provides everything you want from a relaxing weekend to an programme of entertainment. Explore Scarborough’s medieval castle high on exciting holiday. From the traditional appeal of the seaside towns and the the rocky headland and look down onto the safe sandy beaches, traditional magic of the bays and beaches, to the timeless and mysterious beauty of fishing harbour, the lively amusements and visitor attractions. After visiting Snowdonia, it’s easy to see why the region remains such a natural attraction. the bustling seafront why not take one of the cliffs’ lifts to the town centre and If you have been before you will always discover something different, if you enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants and bars. After dark take in a show at one are new to North Wales then you will be spoilt for choice. Llandudno – Wales of the five theatres or just simply sit back and relax in the hotel. largest resort is famous for its Victorian style and Edwardian elegance, which is evident throughout the town. MONDAY: Following your local departure we travel north to the North Yorkshire coastal town of Scarborough for our four night stay at the MONDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north and into Wales Cumberland Hotel. to the Hydro Hotel in Llandudno for our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • Our first stop today is Pickering, a tranquil ancient Market town known as • We travel to Portmeirion, a beautiful village with Italianate architecture, the ‘The Gateway to the Moors’. We then continue our drive through the Heather formal village gardens are in the Italianate style and surround the village. We Clad rolling hills of the Moors taking in the stunning scenery and onto continue our drive to Caernarfon and back into Llandudno. Goathland – the village where Heartbeat was filmed. Our drive continues to • A full day excursion around Snowdonia. Travelling via the Vale of Conwy, we the coast spending the afternoon in Whitby, with its quaint harbour and make our way to Betws-y-Coed before continuing via the Llanberis Pass to connections with Captain Cook and Dracula. Llanberis, the village most associated with Snowdon, or Yr Wyddfa to give it its • An excursion first to Filey a town that is unspoilt and full of surprises. Miles Welsh name. Every year thousands of people come to the area to ascend the of open sandy beaches lay hidden away between the safe arc of Filey Bay and highest mountain in Wales or just take in the stunning mountain scenery the rugged splendour of Filey Brigg. Enjoy what was once a popular retreat • We travel along the North Wales coast, firstly visiting Conwy, a delightful small for many distinguished visitors including Charlotte Bronte, who stayed at Cliff town with a picturesque quayside overlooked by the mighty Conwy Castle. We House. We continue to Eden Camp which will transport you back in time to then continue to the Isle of Anglesey and Beaumaris. Beaumaris is a well-known experience the sights, sounds and smells of wartime Britain. All within the historic town on the Menai Strait with its medieval castle dating back to the reign grounds of an original POW Camp. of Edward I and its Victorian pier, gaol and courthouse. We finish our day visiting • Today we start our day in Bridlington, a lively seaside resort and fishing LlanfairPG, well known for having the longest name in the British Isles – port. We travel further south where Beverley lies, a delightful town with Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, we challenge many Georgian buildings and the famous 13th century Minster. you to say that after dinner this evening! FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and say farewell to Yorkshire to travel south FRIDAY: Depart our hotel after breakfast and travel south back to the west arriving home late afternoon/early evening. country for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated stated below. below. The itinerary will be subject to change if the weather does not permit these destinations. HYDRO HOTEL, LLANDUDNO*** CUMBERLAND HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH*** Ideally placed on the seafront and a short walk from Llandudno’s wonderful A very well situated hotel on the South Cliff and just a few minutes’ walk from the shops, the Pier and Happy Valley Gardens. There is a large entertainment suite Spa complex, beach and town centre with excellent views of the town from the with dance floor and entertainment most evenings. Superb ‘Looking Glass’ bar north facing rooms. There is a bar lounge with dance floor where entertainment is with views over the bay, sun lounges and games room with snooker. All provided most evenings, a restaurant and a quiet lounge. The hotel has 86 bedrooms are en-suite with bath or shower, tea/coffee making facilities, bedrooms, all are en-suite with central heating, television, hairdryer and tea/ telephone, hairdryer and television. A lift serves most bedrooms, all floors are coffee making facilities. The hotel is non-smoking throughout and has free Wi-Fi split level with stairs to some of the rooms. in the public areas. There is a lift (with a few stairs to access some rooms). INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, drink with your Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast , drink with your dinner each evening, entertainment and excursion programme. dinner each evening and excursion programme.

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Monday 28 February to Friday 4 March 2022 Monday 28 February to Friday 4 March 2022 TASTEFUL TENBY, PRETTY NORTH WALES DELIGHTS, PEMBROKESHIRE & THE ROYAL MINT CHESTER AND LIVERPOOL No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24

The Pembrokeshire coast of Wales stretches in an almost continuous A tale of two cities! Staying in the beautiful countryside of North Wales we are succession of magnificent bays, airy headlands, cliffs and blue seas. Perched in an ideal location to visit the cultural and charismatic cities of Chester and on a rocky peninsular, amidst this glorious scenery, sits Tenby – a uniquely Liverpool. We will enjoy a full day excursion to each city and if numbers attractive resort. Its pastel coloured buildings, narrow streets, fortified walls permit we will offer an optional guided tour of each city. We also experience and the quality of the light from its shimmering bays give it an atmosphere market day in Mold followed by the lovely seaside resort of Llandudno. which is reminiscent of the Mediterranean. Tenby is a town of narrow streets, small independent shops and a thriving market. It has four magnificent sandy MONDAY: After your local departure we travel to North Wales and the beaches and a delightful harbour which is always busy with pleasure craft Beaufort Park Hotel in time where we will enjoy a welcome cup of tea or coffee and the regular ferries which serve nearby Caldey Island. The gardens on the and some traditional Bara Brith. headland around the castle offer fabulous views. ‘See the Heads, Hear the Tales’ with a tour of the Royal Mint, located in South Wales. The Royal Mint TUESDAY: We spend today at leisure in the historic city of Chester, which puts 1000 years of history into coins and medals using the finest craftsmanship boasts the largest Amphitheatre in Britain. Chester is a walled cathedral city on and techniques. the River Dee, close to the border with Wales. As well as having so much history and heritage, Chester is a vibrant, dynamic city full of tourist attractions, MONDAY: We depart today and travel over the Severn crossing into South shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. Why not visit the Cathedral (free Wales to arrive in Tenby and the Belgrave Hotel late afternoon. entry). EXCURSION PROGRAMME: WEDNESDAY: Today is market day in nearby Mold, so after breakfast we • We visit the nearby charming resort of Saundersfoot this morning for our make the short journey to the town to enjoy a quick stroll around its popular coffee stop, set at the foot of a pleasant wooded valley with an attractive market street, one of the biggest and best in North Wales, held since 1808! harbour alongside wonderful golden sands. We then continue to Carmarthen, From here we enjoy a lovely drive via Colwyn Bay to the resort of Llandudno, a thriving commercial town with a Norman castle, Roman amphitheatre, with its wonderful beaches and lovely wide promenade. museum, historic churches, leisure centre and plenty of shops. We shall then THURSDAY: We travel North today, via the Wirral, through the Mersey take a leisurely circular drive to the West of Wales and to Cardigan before tunnel and onto the city of Liverpool. Not just famous for the Beatles and its driving back down through the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park back to music heritage, Liverpool is a city of culture evident with the extensive Tenby. collection of museums and galleries. You could take a visit to the UNESCO • A scenic drive taking in Pembroke, Haverfordwest and Solva (a pretty little World Heritage site of the Albert Dock or shop until you drop in Liverpool’s city village at the head of an inlet) before stopping off at Britain’s smallest cathedral centre shopping mall, a shopper’s paradise. city of St. David’s. FRIDAY: We depart the Beaufort Hotel after breakfast and travel back to the FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel to the outskirts of Cardiff and West Country for late afternoon/early evening. to the Royal Mint. Follow the journey of a coin, experience the sights, sounds and smells of thousands of coins hot off the press. After lunch we continue our Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless journey home for late afternoon/early evening. stated below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. ** Five drink vouchers are included per day. (Selective drinks only)

BEAUFORT PARK HOTEL, MOLD*** BELGRAVE HOTEL, TENBY** The Beaufort Park Hotel is just a short drive from the historic market town of Mold set in the Located on the Esplanade overlooking the seafront with spectacular panoramic views of the attractive North Wales countryside. It is independently run and offers a warm welcome, south beach and Caldey Island. The Belgrave offers a warm and friendly atmosphere with friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. There is an informal restaurant offering a relaxed just a short walk into the town centre. You can enjoy the evening entertainment in the dining experience, a cosy bar and a comfortable lounge. All 106 well appointed bedrooms lounge or watch the sun set in the Victoria Bar. Bedrooms are all en-suite and have a are all traditional in style and equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift however there are 9 steps to the lift. facilities. There is no lift, but ground floor rooms are available. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entertainment, five Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, welcome tea/ drink vouchers per day as mentioned above, entrance to the Royal Mint and coffee and bara brith on arrival, 3 drinks vouchers per person per night, excursion programme. entertainment and excursion programme.

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Sunday 6 to Sunday 13 March 2022 A WINTER WONDERLAND TREETOP TRAIL, HUSKY’S AND BAVARIAN FOREST Single supplement £105• Holiday insurance £42

Join us for a magical journey through Bavaria’s enchanted forest, resplendent in its winter glory. The Bavarian Forest is a wooded, low-mountain region in Bavaria, Germany that is about 100 kilometres long. It runs along the Czech border and is continued on the Czech side by the Bohemian Forest. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area from the comfort of your coach, as we sweep past thriving valleys and work our way round towering mountains, including the Grober Arber – the highest peak in the Bavarian Forest range. HOHENAUER HOF, HOHENAU *** Located in the very centre of the charming Bavarian village of Hohenau, the family run hotel offers easy access to the Bavarian forest. All 80 en-suite bedrooms have balconies, offering views over the village and surrounding countryside and are all equipped with television, hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities. The Hohenauer Hof’s cosy restaurant serves fresh dishes, ranging from light bites to tradition meals. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool and sauna. There is a lift.

SUNDAY: An early start to travel to Folkestone for the Eurotunnel crossing to pausing to learn and explore along the way, then ascend the 40m high viewing Calais. We continue on to Liege for our overnight stay. platform. A beautiful piece of architecture in its own right, the viewing tower guides you up a spiral- slowly emerging above the treeline to be rewarded with MONDAY: After breakfast we depart our hotel and travel towards Germany incredible views over the sprawling forest. where we will reach our hotel in Hohenau for the next five nights. • We set off this morning for a truly scenic drive through the Bavarian Forest’s SATURDAY: We say “Tschüss” to wintery countryside, passing the Grober Arber, the regions highest mountain. Bavaria and start making our way Our journey concludes at Bodenmais, where we visit Joska Crystal Adventure back through Germany arriving at our World for a fascinating glass blowing demonstration. Later in the afternoon we overnight hotel in Liege. are taken for a horse-drawn sleigh ride, followed by a visit to a skiing hut with SUNDAY: After an early breakfast sandwiches and live music. we depart our hotel and travel towards • Today we visit the city of Passau, where we are taken on a guided walk to Calais where we board the Eurotunnel discover the history and culture of the town which sits at a confluence of three for our return journey back to rivers. After our tour, we are then free to spend some time exploring Passau. We Folkestone. Arrive home during the return to Hohenau to enjoy a magical evening with a guided torch-lit walk with a evening. glass of mulled wine. Please Note: Admissions and fares are • This morning we visit a husky farm where we have a guided tour focusing on not included in the price unless stated the housing, feeding and training of the dogs. We enjoy a hot drink at the farm, below. The itinerary may be subject to before heading off for a stunning guided walk through the treetops at change if weather conditions do not Baumwipfelpfad (Treetop Path), in the village of Neuschonau on the edge of the allow access to attractions. Bavarian Forest. We make our way through the highest echelons of the forest,

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Eurotunnel crossings, In Bavaria: porterage, welcome drinks, free use of swimming pool, guided tour of Joska with glass blowing demonstration, horse-drawn carriage and sleigh ride, visit to a skiing hut with sandwiches and live music, guided tour of Passau, torch lit walk with mulled wine, guided husky farm tour with drink, entrance to Baumwipfelpfad Neuschonau and excursion programme.

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Monday 7 to Friday 11 March 2022 Monday 7 to Friday 11 March 2022 ALL INCLUSIVE ON THE NORTH ALL INCLUSIVE SCENES CORNWALL COAST – NEWQUAY OF THE LAKE DISTRICT Single supplement £40 • Seaview rooms on request Single supplement £ 64 • Holiday insurance £24 Holiday insurance £24 Showcasing hills, mountains, moors and generally the most heart-stopping Cornwall is famous for its seafaring history, spectacular sandy beaches, scenery in England, it’s hardly surprising that coach holidays to the Lake gorgeous gardens, dramatic coastline and captivating fishing harbours. We District are popular year after year. William Wordsworth called it ‘the loveliest will visit some pretty fishing towns along with a visit to one of the Greatest spot man hath ever found’. With the highest mountain (Scafell Pike) and deepest lake in England, with 912 square miles of uninterrupted fells, walking Gardens of Cornwall. What more can you wish for then a scenic week away in trails and picturesque lakes from Derwent water to Windermere, it’s easy to Cornwall, whilst enjoying an all-inclusive package? see how the landscape inspired and attracted literary likes. Beatrix Potter also wrote her much-loved stories in this peaceful haven. MONDAY: Following your morning departure we will make our way to the north Cornish coast and Newquay. Depending on our pick-up route we will MONDAY: We have a morning departure and travel north through the have a lunch stop before arriving into Newquay during the afternoon. On English countryside to our hotel in the southern part of the Lake District – arrival, we will be greeted with a Cornish Cream Tea. Hmmm, Cream or Jam The Cumbria Grand Hotel for our four night stay. first? The remainder of the day will be yours to explore Newquay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: TUESDAY: Today we take a morning drive taking in the views of the ocean • We travel to the largest lake in Cumbria – Lake Windermere with free time in travelling by way of Watergate Bay to arrive into Padstow, a quaint fishing port Windermere. Continue over the Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater, the second largest on the north coast. Onto Port Issac or you may know it as Portwenn from the lake in the Lake District. Teeming with natural beauty, the tranquil area is television series Doc Martin. Spend time wandering through the pretty village blessed with lakeside beaches, lush green fields and woodlands, gentle streets and alleyways that lead down to the lovely harbour, many of the extra’s footpaths and stunning mountain scenery. in the television series are locals so keep your eye out for a familiar face or two. • Another scenic day travelling by way of Newby Bridge and Penny Bridge WEDNESDAY: A morning to St Ives, a picturesque fishing harbour and passing Coniston Water to arrive at Ambleside, a bustling resort once seaside town. Wander through the maze of narrow cobbled streets, associated with Beatrix Potter, with a cluster of shops and restaurants and independent shops and fisherman’s cottages. We return by way of Godrevy- Victorian roots. Onto Grasmere, a tiny village which has been an inspirational Portreath heritage coast. landscape for hundreds of years and where William Wordsworth’s former home lies, Dove Cottage. Perhaps take a visit to the famous Sarah Nelson Gingerbread THURSDAY: A morning to Trewithen Gardens in Truro, home to some of the Shop to buy the renowned Grasmere Gingerbread. finest tree magnolia specimens in the world. Set within 30 acres of surrounding • A morning to the southern gateway of the Lake District - the town of Kendal, woodland gardens and more than two hundred acres of parkland, there is boasting two castles, two museums, a host of historical buildings and bridges, many pretty sights to see. Return to our hotel for lunch with an afternoon at fine restaurants and views that would please the most demanding leisure. Take a walk along Fistral Beach or perhaps mooch into the town centre photographer. Return to Grange-over-Sands for some free time. to peruse the many shops. FRIDAY: We say farewell to the Lakes and head south to arrive home into FRIDAY: We depart Newquay and make our way back to our home towns. On the West Country for late afternoon/early evening. our return journey, we will make a lunch stop depending on our drop-off route. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated All Inclusive Package includes: • Cornish Cream Tea on arrival below. •Cornish themed dinner menu • Packed lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday **The Cumbria Grand Hotels ‘All Inclusive Package’ consists of dinner, bed and breakfast, 3 drinks •One course hot buffet lunch on Thursday • Complimentary bar between vouchers per person per day (maximum of 2 alcoholic drinks) to choose from house wines, spirits 6pm and 9pm each evening on selected brands (not including De Luxe and Malts), draught lager and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee. 4 lunches (2 x packed lunches, 2 x soup and sandwiches), 2 night’s entertainment and porterage. Please note •Entertainment on a minimum of two nights that you may have to decline an excursion if lunch is preferred rather than a day out. Please Note: Admissions & fares are not included in the price unless stated below. CUMBRIA GRAND HOTEL, GRANGE OVER SANDS *** ESPLANADE HOTEL, NEWQUAY*** Built in 1880 the Cumbria Grand Hotel is only a short drive from the majestic Lake The Esplanade hotel is located in a lovely seafront position, opposite Fistral Beach Windermere. Set in 20 acres of private gardens and woodlands overlooking with outstanding views of the bay. There is a large, bright restaurant and an open Morecambe Bay. There are outdoor tennis courts, woodland walks, putting green, plan lounge which both offer panoramic sea views. Leisure facilities include an inside is a full sized snooker table, pool table, table tennis, dart board. There are 124 en-suite bedrooms and due to the nature of this grand building all bedrooms are indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa bath and gym. All 90 comfortable bedrooms are individual in size and shape but all have television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/ en-suite and have a homely feel with excellent fittings and are equipped with a coffee making facilities. There is a lift. television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, all-inclusive **all-inclusive package at the Cumbria Grand Hotel (**see above for details) package as above, entrance to Trewithen Gardens and excursion programme. and excursion programme.

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Monday 14 to Friday 18 March 2022 Tuesday 15 to Friday 18 March 2022 RHON DA VALLEY, MUMBLES HEMMINGS CORNISH TREAT WITH THE LOST GARDENS OF HELIGAN AND SWANSEA River view £15 per person • Superior river view with balcony £45 No single supplement on allocated singles per person • No single supplement on allocated singles Sea view supplement £20 per person • Holiday insurance £24 Holiday insurance £23 Porthcawl lies on a beautiful stretch of coast with sandy beaches and rocky Cornwall is famous for its seafaring history, spectacular sandy beaches, gorgeous cliffs. The town is well kept and there is a small harbour, several beaches and gardens, dramatic coastline and captivating fishing harbours. The pretty fishing town some lovely country walks, not forgetting the striking Grand Pavilion that of Looe is a truly delightful and picturesque place, separated into two towns of East was originally designed as a Palm Court but today offers a variety of top class and West Looe by the River Looe flowing out to sea. The small harbour is still a busy entertainment including theatre, comedy and musicals. The whole coastline fishing port and watching the hustle and bustle as the fishermen return home with is fringed with delightful towns, small villages and miles of footpaths and their catch is a great way to appreciate the town. Meander your way through the country lanes. maze-like streets, learn of the towns maritime history or simply relax on the wide sandy beach the choice is yours and a laid-back holiday awaits you in Looe. MONDAY: After a morning departure we travel to Chepstow for our lunch. We continue onto the Seabank Hotel for late afternoon. TUESDAY: Following your morning departure we will make our way to West Looe. Depending on our pick up route we will have a lunch stop before EXCURSION PROGRAMME: arriving into Looe early afternoon. Enjoy a Cornish cream tea and time to • A scenic day touring the unspoilt scenery of the Rhondda Valley taking in explore our resort before enjoying our evening meal. Pontypridd and Merthyr Tydfil. Pontypridd is known as the gateway to the WEDNESDAY: This morning will enjoy a visit to the Lost Gardens of Welsh Valleys and the home town of Sir Tom Jones. Merthyr Tydfil was once Heligan, one of the most mysterious estates in England. With historic plantings the Iron capital of the world and is one of the most historically fascinating over 150 years old, the Pleasure Grounds are also home to a National and beautiful regions’ in Wales. Collection of ‘Camellias and Rhododendrons which were introduced to • A circular tour to the Brecon Beacons National Park with a visit to the Heligan pre-1920’. These magnificent yet vulnerable specimens simply market town of Brecon which is nestled in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. captivate you as they bless the gardens with a vibrant explosion of spring Brecon boasts a Cathedral, a range of art galleries and independent retailers colour. Like many other gardens in Cornwall – both large and small – Heligan and of course its market where the Welsh livestock is sold. benefits from an unusually mild climate that allows its exotics to thrive. During the same period in 2021 the blooms were in full flower. We then travel to the • Full day to the Mumbles and Swansea. Mumbles is a traditional Victorian smugglers haunt of Mevagissey, with a maze of narrow alleyways, colour seaside resort at the entrance to the Gower, a beautiful peninsula and washed houses, small coves and fishing harbour. This is a true Cornish gem. Britain’s first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Swansea is a THURSDAY: Today we enjoy little quaint fishing villages with first a coffee bustling city full of interest including the National Waterfront Museum and stop in Polperro with its wild and rocky shore. Onto Fowey, this picturesque the Dylan Thomas Centre. town has much to offer and is designated an area of Outstanding Natural FRIDAY: We bid Porthcawl a fond farewell and travel to the Museum of Beauty. Its natural harbour is the perfect haven for yachtsmen while still busy Welsh Life for our lunchtime stop. Travel across the bridge and back into as a working port exporting Cornwall’s china clay. Our day will conclude in England. Arrival home late afternoon/early evening. Charlestown, better known now for the filming of Poldark, this is an unspoilt example of a late Georgian working port. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless FRIDAY: We have a leisurely breakfast before we start our journey home. stated below. Depending on our return route we will explore the local area before arriving home during the afternoon. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. SEABANK HOTEL, PORTHCAWL*** This landmark building commands coastal views to the east, south and west, yet is PORTBYHAN HOTEL, LOOE *** only a short walk from the centre of Porthcawl. The hotel has an attractive The Portbyhan Hotel is situated in an unrivalled position right in the heart of Looe, allowing guests to relish the panoramic views of the vibrant harbour with only a restaurant, spacious split level cocktail bar lounge, large entertainment room with short stroll into Looe town, an award winning hotel on the harbourside. All an additional bar and two small lounges with sea views. All 89 bedrooms have bedrooms are en-suite with hairdryer, television, tea/coffee making facilities and central heating are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and Wi-Fi access. There is also a roof terrace, bar and residents lounge. The hotel also has television. The hotel is non-smoking throughout and a lift serves most rooms (few river view rooms, they are subject to availability and charge. There is a lift to all floors. stairs to some of the front rooms). INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 3 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, cream tea on Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 1 drink with dinner arrival, porterage, entertainment on at least one night of your stay and each evening, 1 lunch and excursion programme excursion programme.

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Monday 21 to Friday 25 March 2022 Monday 21 to Friday 25 March 2022 ALL INC USIVE IN HARROGATE, MYSTERY BREAK YORK AND SCENIC YORKSHIRE DALES Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £64 • Holiday insurance £24 March is the time for our first mystery break, where will you end up? Which roads will you take? As for the destination only Hemmings Coaches and the Famous for its floral beauty and elegance – Harrogate is a thriving Spa Town with hotel know, so why not book our mystery break, go on give it a go. Our spectacular natural beauty. This historical yet vibrant district has plenty to offer from mystery breaks are always popular, as most of you will know we never give the high street shops, the Royal Pump Room Museum to the nearby Turkish Baths. any hint of the area that we are visiting. York is a popular city thriving with history, culture and excitement. It is like taking a step back in time, with the winding cobbled streets, traditional shop fronts and the MONDAY: We depart from your local magnificent medieval castle. The Yorkshire Dales encompasses thousands of square area and travel by the scenic route to reach miles of moors, valleys, hills and villages. A tour full of sights. our destination. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: MONDAY: After your local departure, we travel north to Harrogate in • Two full day sightseeing excursions Yorkshire and the Cairn Hotel where we shall stay for the next four nights. will be made. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: FRIDAY: We depart our hotel after breakfast, where will we be going now? • A full day in England’s ‘eternal city’ York. It’s a place of outstanding beauty Arrive home for late afternoon/early evening. with its history recorded in the streets, buildings and numerous museums including the Castle Museum and National Railway Museum. There are Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless pleasant riverside walks, a wide variety of shops and of course the famous stated below. Jorvik Centre. There’s a web of narrow streets and snickelways surrounding For Mystery breaks, we are unable to provide guidance regarding the York Minster, offering visitors an opportunity to explore 2000 years of heritage suitability for individual needs and we offer no recompense if a location, in and around the largest Gothic cathedral in England. places of interest or excursions are not to your expectations. • A day excursion into the beautiful Yorkshire Dales with an abundance of HOTEL sweeping fells, drystone walls and pretty villages. We shall take in Skipton, the Your hotel is a minimum of three star, all rooms being en-suite with television and famous Ribblehead Viaduct, Hawes and Wensleydale. the usual facilities. • Today we will enjoy a morning circular drive to the edge of Nidderdale with a stop at Pateley Bridge, home of the famous Oldest Sweet Shop in the World. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Return to the hotel for our included lunch. The afternoon is yours to explore Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion Harrogate, a town full of natural beauty and known for its floral excellence. programme. U FRIDAY: We depart the Cairn Hotel after breakfast and travel back to the S N R O West Country for late afternoon/early evening. E W I

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Sunday 27 to Thursday 31 March 2022 Monday 28 March to Friday 1 April 2022 SCOTLAND’S SPECTACULAR PADDLE BOAT THROUGH THE SCENERY BROADS AND GREAT YARMOUTH Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 No single supplement on allocated singles Seaview supplement £20 • Holiday insurance £24 The stunning town of Arrochar is located at the head of Loch Long and is one of the main gateways to the Argyll Forest Park, which stretches from the western Described by Charles Dickens as “the finest place in the universe”, today Great shores of Loch Lomond south as far as Holy Loch. Our hotel is a convenient Yarmouth is East Anglia’s top seaside venue. Set on 15 miles of wide, flat golden base for exploring the scenic excursion package we have to offer from the sand with generally sunny dry weather and a lively promenade, it offers a huge Glencoe Mountains to the Trossachs National Park. Marvel at the beautiful range of entertainment, sports and shopping. There are two piers, a model village, Trossachs, cruise along the Lochs, love the sights of the stately homes and butterfly centre and a ‘sea life centre’. Stroll along the promenade or catch the unique castles and pass through many outstanding mountain sceneries. horse-drawn landaus. At night the resort is illuminated and renowned for its live entertainment and with a wide variety of shows and concerts. The main shopping SUNDAY: After an early departure, travel north and cross the Scottish streets, found just off the ancient harbour, offer high street stores and traditional seaside shops; there is an excellent variety and quality to keep shoppers happy. border. Continue our journey and arrive in Arrochar and to the Loch Long Hotel where we will stay for the next four nights. MONDAY: We depart the south west and travel to the east coast and to MONDAY: Today will start by travelling over the ‘Rest and be Thankful Great Yarmouth for our four night stay at the New Beach Hotel. Pass’ to Inveraray. Enjoy the sights here before travelling through Glen Aray EXCURSION PROGRAMME towards Oban. We pick up the shoreline along Loch Linnhe where we may • We start our day by spending some time in the beautiful Norfolk broad’s village have the opportunity to see the many seals taking advantage of its small of Wroxham, time to have a walk beside the water, get a coffee or browse the islands and even the Golden Eagles souring above. Continue onto Fort many retail outlets in the village centre. The twin villages of Wroxham and William before travelling back via Glencoe with the majestic mountains in Hoveton sit either side of the meandering River Bure. Together known as the sight, to Arrochar. capital of the Broads, this community is the heart and hub of boating holidays on TUESDAY: Our scenic drive today will take us journeying through the the Norfolk Broads. We then make our way to Horning for our afternoon cruise on glorious vistas of the Trossachs National Park to Alexandria where we will The Southern Comfort, a double-deck paddle boat purpose built for the Broads stop for our morning coffee. Travel a short distance to Balloch where we will which runs from the beautiful village of Horning, along the River Bure through the enjoy a one-hour circular cruise of Loch Lomond. Enjoy the views of the village and out to Ranworth Broad and back, passing lovely old thatched houses, magnificent Ben Lomond and pass a number of the Lochs stately homes and windmills and Norfolk reed beds. Throughout the trip an interesting commentary castles along the shoreline. Disembark at Balloch and make our way back provides an exciting insight into the area and continual identification of the water birds seen on the broads. There is an ever-present bustle of river traffic with U through the Trossachs National Park to Arrochar. S N cruisers, yachts and the occasional wherry. R O E W WEDNESDAY: Our morning will start in Crianlarich, located in the Glen I • Our day will start with a visit to Lowestoft, famous for being the most easterly

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Monday 28 March to Friday 1 April 2022 Friday 1 to Sunday 3 April 2022 MOUNTAINS AND COASTLINES HAVE A CRAFTY BREAK AWAY CRAFT WORKSHOPS, BATH AND SWINDON OUTLET CENTRE OF SOUTHERN IRELAND ALL INCLUSIVE Single supplement £42 • Holiday insurance £19 Single supplement £85 • Holiday insurance £38 Roll up your sleeves and join us for a day of crafting. Master some traditional 5 Days A great value break to the South of Ireland and the county of Waterford. skills whilst learning about the various techniques used to create some Waterford is a picturesque location situated at the head of Waterford stunning take home pieces. A fun and informal workshop spread over two Harbour, oldest city in Ireland, first visited by the Vikings in 852 AD. County sessions in the morning and afternoon. The workshops will be performed by £630 Tipperary has much to explore like the Rock of Cashel and the pretty town of experienced and qualified instructors with all the relevant materials and tools Cahir. Kilkenny is sat on the banks of the river Nore, with Elizabethan provided. Excursions will include an afternoon in the World Heritage site of architecture and winding passages and lanes, there is so much to offer from Bath and a morning at the Swindon Outlet Centre. the magnificent 12th century Kilkenny Castle and the medieval mile museum. The Copper Coast Road stretches from Dungarvan to Tramore and is FRIDAY: After a morning departure, we make our way to the world considered to be one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the world. heritage site of Bath. Spend the afternoon here exploring the Roman Baths, galleries and museums and enjoy some lunch in one of the main MONDAY: Following our morning departure our journey will take us across cafes and restaurants before continuing our journey to Swindon and the the Severn into Wales. Continue to Fishguard for an early afternoon ferry Alexandra House Hotel for our two-night stay. crossing to Rosslare. Continue to our hotel in Waterford for our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: SATURDAY: Today is craft day at the hotel! After breakfast, we will • “It’s a long way to Tipperary”. Our journey today will take us via Clonmel and Cahir first enjoy a workshop based on Felting. Using a process called ‘Wet towards the Galty Mountains to Tipperary, a landlocked rural county that’s home to Felting’, learn how to use your felt to make a simple purse or specs case mountains, rivers, lakes and farmland. Enjoy time here before we journey back to and finish with a felted flower trim! Grab some lunch before we enjoy an Cashel, known for the imposing Rock of Cashel. Return back to our hotel in Waterford. afternoon workshop based on Hand Patchwork and Quilting. Try out some • Today we enjoy a full day to the attractive city of Kilkenny. See the magnificent of the tools of the trade to make a sample of hexagon patchwork or panel 12th century Kilkenny Castle which overlooks the River Nore and the Kilkenny of quilting patterns before using your new found skills to start your own design craft centre, home to a selection of hand-crafted gifts. For those that would project. Take home your creations to show your friends and family what like to taste a different drink that isn’t the “black stuff” Guinness, then you may like you have got up to! Morning and afternoon tea/coffee will be provided. to join us for a guided tour at Smithwick’s Brewery, home of the famous Irish ales’ brewed since 1710. You will be taken around the Brewery museum and then have SUNDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Swindon’s Designer Outlet a chance to sample a pint of either Red ale, Pale ale or Blonde ale. Centre. Browse around the 90 Designer shops…go on, treat yourself! • This morning we drive the Copper Coast, so called because of its metal mining Continue our journey South to arrive home early evening. history but is now a UNESCO Global Geopark. Marvel at the spectacular seascapes, Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless cliffs and beautiful bays. Arrive into Dungarvan with its tranquil harbour and stated below. majestic castle. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in Waterford, you may like to visit Waterford Crystal which represents the finest quality and craftmanship and see the iconic collection of vases, glasses, bowls and much more. FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and make our way to Rosslare for our return ferry crossing into Fishguard. Continue through Wales to arrive back into the Westcountry late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ ALEXANDRA HOUSE HOTEL, SWINDON**** technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey. Alexandra House is a modern, stylish conference and event venue which is conveniently located on the edge of the Cotswolds and is set within 20 acres of TREACYS HOTEL, WATERFORD*** green far-reaching grounds. The leisure club offers a wide range of fitness A family run hotel located in the heart of Ireland’s oldest city. Treacy’s is proud to be facilities featuring a fully equipped air-conditioned gym, along with a heated the only hotel in Waterford City with an in-house spa and thermal suite which swimming pool, steam room and spa pool. All 152 rooms are equipped with wifi, includes a 20m heated swimming pool, hot tub, thermal suite and gym. All en-suite television, bathroom amenities, alarm clock, and tea/coffee making facilities and bedrooms are equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, all which have the luxury of fantastic scenic views of either the landscaped radio alarm clock and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. internal courtyards or landscaped grounds. There is a lift and plenty of ground floor rooms available. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, ferry crossings, welcome tea/coffee on arrival,4 night’s INCLUDED IN THE PRICE dinner, bed and breakfast, free bar between 6.30pm and 9pm each evening on Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, two craft selected drinks, 3 lunches, live musical entertainment every evening and workshops with tea/coffee provided, craft masterpieces to take home and excursion programme. excursion programme.

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5 Days PREMIER £630 CRUISE COLLECTION

Monday 4 to Friday 8 April 2022 DUTCH BULBFIELDS AND AMSTERDAM CRUISE £150 deposit is required on this tour • Main deck superior cabin supplement £80 per person • Upper deck superior cabin supplement £122 per person • Single supplement £215 •Holiday insurance £38

Embark on a charming cruise aboard MS Arena along the picturesque Dutch waterways and witness the breath-taking blanket of colour that is the Keukenhof Gardens. The world’s largest flower garden, Keukenhof is home to more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths; a magical sight to be seen when in full bloom. As well as wandering through multicoloured flower gardens, you’ll get plenty of free time to explore the harbour town of Hoorn, the historic town of Den Helder and the beautiful city of Amsterdam, with its stunning architecture and never-ending network of canals. MS ARENA **** Earning its place in the premier cruise collection, this four star ship has all the ingredients of an unforgettable river cruise: comfort, style and unfaltering attention to detail. There are 98 cabins split over two decks, a restaurant, lounge, bar, sundeck, sauna and fitness suite, step aboard and feel right at home from the minute you set sail on the stylish and spacious MS Arena. All of the cabins feature outward-facing floor to ceiling panoramic windows with French balconies, allowing you to take in the wonderful views of the river and surroundings from the comfort of your own cabin, all spacious cabins have en suite bathrooms with a shower and toilet, air conditioning, Wifi, television, telephone, hairdryer and a safe. There will be live entertainment every night, morning coffee for early risers, mid-morning coffee, tea/ coffee after lunch and a captains’ party on one evening. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the price whilst onboard the ship. There is no lift/stair lift on board.

MONDAY: Following an early morning departure, we begin our journey by your own leisure and discover this beautiful city on the water. We will then have travelling to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel crossing into Calais. We then continue our dinner on board the ship and sail overnight to Lelystad. to Amsterdam to board our ship The MS Arena, our home for the next four nights. Tonight we will be docked in Amsterdam so the time is yours to enjoy the THURSDAY: Wake up in the lively little port of Lelystad where our coach will highlights of this city. There will be a welcome reception with a glass of sparkling take you to Keukenhof Gardens. Here you have plenty of time to explore the wine. 32-hectare site and be amazed by the wonderful colours surrounding you in these beautiful gardens. Our coach will take you back to Amsterdam where you TUESDAY: This morning we sail to atmospheric Hoorn, arriving around lunch can experience the true beauty of this capital city before we head back to our ship time. We will have our lunch on board the ship and then you will have time to for our five course farewell dinner. We will stay docked for our final night before explore this delightful little city which is swamped with history and interesting our departure in the morning. architecture. We then return to our boat for a relaxing dinner onboard and sail overnight to Den Helder. FRIDAY: Disembark after breakfast and make our way back to Calais for our Eurotunnel crossing back to Folkestone arriving back home during the evening. WEDNESDAY: We arrive in the unique town of Den Helder, which is Dress code: The dress code on board is informal but the ship asks that shorts or situated at the northernmost tip of the province of North Holland. This town has denim are not worn during dinner in the restaurant. On Captains party night lots to offer including beautiful nature reserves and is home to the country’s some passengers do dress up for the occasion but this is optional. naval base and museum. The morning is yours to enjoy the spectacular historic town, which was bombed during World War II. We then return to the ship for Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated lunch before we continue onto the city of Harlingen, where you can explore at below.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s full board, Eurotunnel crossings, porterage, welcome reception including glass of sparkling wine, captains party on one evening, farewell 5 course dinner on last night, live entertainment each night and in house activities on some nights, entrance to Keukenhof Gardens and excursion programme.

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The Isle of Wight is an English ceremonial county surrounded by water. The Deemed an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Cotswolds are picture largest and second-most populous island in England is so easy to reach and is book England, a quintessential cluster of time-defying honey stone villages just minutes away from the mainland - yet the Isle of Wight is a world apart. and towns. Boasting Ivy-clad cottages, some of the country’s most unspoilt The island lies just off England’s South Coast and is one of the UK’s sunniest scenery and cosy pubs, it is little surprise that coach holidays to the Cotswolds and warmest places to visit. No passport is needed for the short sea crossing are popular, travel with us to this easy on the eye corner of England, this - and once you’ve landed on the Island everything is within easy reach. The area’s charm never fades. ideal location for a relaxing break and boasting a wealth of attractions and stunning coastal scenery. Shanklin is another one of those traditional seaside FRIDAY: After a morning departure we travel by way of Stroud which has resorts but if you tear yourself away from the stunning coastline and walk into been described by Jasper Conran as ‘the Covent Garden of the Cotswolds’. the tiny Old Village you will find it filled with quaint thatched cottages. Onto Cirencester the capital of the Cotswolds before travelling by way of Rylstone gardens provide a beautiful spot to sit back and watch the world go Tetbury, not only renowned by it’s Royal connection but also an historic wool by. Shanklin Chine is a must, a gorge that contains a variety of rare plants and town at the southern gateway to the Cotswolds. The town is known as an a beautiful waterfall. architectural gem with many of the wool merchants’ houses remaining the same as they were in the 16th & 17th centuries during the height of the town’s prosperity from the wool trade. We arrive at the Alexandra House Board your coach and travel to Lymington for the ferry crossing MONDAY: Hotel late afternoon for our three night stay. to Yarmouth. We continue on to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel.

EXCURSION PROGRAMME: SATURDAY: A drive through the Vale of White Horse before we arrive • Today we enjoy our morning in Newport, the capital of the Island, enjoy the into Oxford, home to Britain’s oldest university and the City of Dreaming weekly market. Onto Carisbrooke Castle, set dramatically on a sweeping ridge Spires, visit Oxford for its history and character or maybe take a Punt along the at the heart of the island. Here you will see the museum’s fascinating artefacts river. and interactive exhibits which trace its entire 800-year history. SUNDAY: A tour of the picture postcard villages of the Cotswolds with • An island tour today with stops throughout the day taking in Ventnor, Alum their honey clad buildings. Our day will take us through Bourton-on-the- Bay, Yarmouth and Freshwater – Cameras at the ready! Water, Stow-in-the-Wold and Moreton in Marsh. • A short drive to Bembridge for a morning coffee stop. We then take a visit to MONDAY: Our journey home will be way of Avebury Henge and stone Rosemary Vineyard. Back to our hotel for early afternoon to enjoy your host circles which are one of the greatest marvels of prehistoric Britain. Onto resort of Shanklin, the Esplanade is a perfect place to keep you entertained. Lacock Abbey, a National Trust property, set in the beautiful village of Lacock which is famous as a location and setting for period dramas. Lacock Abbey FRIDAY: We depart the Ocean View Hotel and travel to Yarmouth for the has medieval cloisters and rooms that are steeped in history and there is also return crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back the Fox Talbot Museum set within the grounds of the Abbey. Depart after home for late afternoon/early evening. lunch to return home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. stated below.

ALEXANDRA HOUSE HOTEL, SWINDON**** Alexandra House is a modern, stylish conference and event venue which is OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN*** conveniently located on the edge of the Cotswolds and is set within 20 acres of An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally green far-reaching grounds. The leisure club offers a wide range of fitness facilities situated for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin featuring a fully equipped air-conditioned gym, along with a heated swimming Village. The hotel has a bar, lounge and a full sized snooker table. All bedrooms pool, steam room and spa pool. All 152 rooms are equipped with WiFi, television, are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities and all of which have the luxury of telephone, television and radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. fantastic scenic views of either the landscaped internal courtyards or landscaped There is a lift. grounds. There is a lift and plenty of ground floor rooms available. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Executive coach travel, 3 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion entertainment and excursion programme. programme.

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Sunday 10 to Friday 15 April 2022 Monday 11 to Sunday 17 April 2022 DELIGHTFUL DURHAM DALES KILLARNEY AND THE RING OF KERRY AND BEAMISH Single supplement £126 • Holiday insurance £40 Single supplement £125 • Holiday insurance £27 In recent years Ireland has busied itself getting the attractions that visitors want and need just right. All of this investment has enhanced the things Home of the Prince Bishops, Durham is a hugely popular tourist destination in Ireland already has in abundance, beautiful scenery and the friendliest people the UK and is crowned by its magnificent Norman Castle and Romanesque you will ever find and the traditional magic of Ireland, the incomparable Cathedral. Durham features a glorious mix of old and new, with its ‘olde worlde’ scenery, the wonderful food, music and the fun remains unchanged. Ireland’s cobbled streets, real ale taverns and tea rooms, sitting alongside modern shops, beauty is legendary – from green pastures to the deep moody lakes and the museums and visitor attractions. Experience life as it was in the 18th and 19th wild rolling hills. Killarney is quite rightly, one of Ireland’s most popular tourist centuries at Beamish Open Air Museum, explore an Area of Outstanding Natural destinations with the town itself bubbling with traditional Irish hospitality Beauty and travel through time on a journey along Hadrian’s Wall. and the pubs are as typical as you are ever likely to get! MONDAY: We have an early start to travel to Pembroke for our mid-afternoon SUNDAY: After our morning departure, travel north to County Durham ferry crossing to Rosslare. We continue to Dooley’s Hotel in Waterford for our and the Redworth Hall Hotel for our five night stay. Enjoy a welcome cup of overnight stay. tea or coffee. TUESDAY: We make our way to the Killarney Towers Hotel arriving in the EXCURSION PROGRAMME: afternoon where tea and coffee will be served on arrival. • A full day through the Durham Dales, designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Enjoy the views of Derwent reservoir as we make our way to the EXCURSION PROGRAMME: beautiful village of Blanchland and across the Pennines on the main road to • The Ring of Kerry – One of Ireland’s most scenic routes. First, we drive through Galgate which is based on a road built by the Romans. “Test your eyesight Killorglin famous for the ‘Puck Fair’ festival. Onto the ‘Kerry Bog Village’ for coffee before we arrive at Barnard Castle” The Scar Top and the ruins of the stone castle and to experience days-gone-by in this recreated village of thatched cottages and built in 1125 by Bernard de Balliol. You may like to take in the Bowes Museum peat fires. We shall stop for lunch before continuing to Sneem with its waterfalls which is a fantastic private collection of fine and decorative arts in a magnificent and peaceful setting. From here we travel to Moll’s Gap then onto Ladies View French chateau style building. Return via Bishops Auckland, which stands high with views of the three lakes of Killarney. We complete our day with a drive above a meander in the River Wear, commanding spectacular views of the through Killarney National Park. surrounding countryside. • An excursion which takes us on a journey through time to the ancient ‘Hadrians • A tour to the beautiful Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry’s most northern Wall’ built in the year 122AD. It stretches from Carlisle to Newcastle. We continue peninsula. It is a wild and remote region with wonderful coastal scenery. by way of the market town of Hexham before arrival back to our hotel. • Today the choice is yours. You may like to enjoy a free day in Killarney or why • A visit to the Beamish Open Air Museum – ‘The Living Museum of the North’ not take the option of venturing on a traditional jaunting car ride through the which tells the story of life in Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian times. Set in National Park followed by a spectacular boat cruise with commentary on 300 acres of beautiful countryside. Turn back time as you take a tram ride Killarney’s largest lake at Ross Castle. through a real Edwardian market town, visit an authentic dentist, Pit Village and Colliery and see costumed staff. SATURDAY: We leave Killarney and travel to the city of Cork, visit the English • A morning to the Cathedral city of Durham, which lies on the River Wear, market, walk along the quayside but don’t time yourself by the church tower – it’s founded over the final resting place of St Cuthbert, its Norman cathedral clock is known as the four-faced liar! We continue to Waterford and the Dooley’s became a centre of pilgrimage in medieval England. The cathedral and adjacent Hotel for our overnight stay. 11th-century castle were designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986. SUNDAY: We travel to Rosslare for the morning ferry crossing to Pembroke in FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and make our way south to arrive home Wales. We continue our journey to England for our arrival home early evening. late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares not included in the price unless stated below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ stated below. technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey.

REDWORTH HALL HOTEL, COUNTY DURHAM **** KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL, KILLARNEY **** This four star hotel is a stunning Jacobean country house both grand and majestic, This superbly appointed hotel is located in the heart of the town. Relax in the which is situated in acres of beautiful landscaped gardens and woodlands. There resident’s lounge or savour the atmosphere in Killarney’s favourite pub, Scruffy’s. is a fully equipped fitness suite, indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa Enjoy complimentary use of the leisure facilities which include a sauna, steam room, pool and Jacuzzi, outdoor tennis courts, fitness classes and beauty salon. All whirlpool, swimming pool and a gym. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped bedrooms are en-suite with television, hairdryer, free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making with tea/coffee making facilities, television, hairdryer and telephone. There is a lift. facilities. A lift reaches most rooms. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings. In Killarney: Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, tea/coffee welcome drink, one free drink (glass of wine, beer or soft drink) per person with dinner on arrival, entrance to Beamish Open Air Museum and excursion programme. each evening, nightly entertainment and excursion programme.

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Saturday 16 to Monday 18 April 2022 Saturday 16 to Friday 22 April 2022 EGGCEL ENT EASTER BREAK ISLE OF MAN BRITAIN’ TREASURE ISLAND WITH TREBAH GARDENS IN NEWQUAY Single supplement £95 • Holiday insurance £27 No single supplement on allocated singles • Seaview supplement £16 per person • Holiday insurance £19 One of the world’s most beautiful islands lying in the middle of the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man is a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. You will find Cornwall is famous for its seafaring history, spectacular sandy beaches, natural beauty, breath-taking scenery, unspoilt beaches and a pace of life that gorgeous gardens, dramatic coastline and captivating fishing harbours. is unique. The Isle of Man is steeped in it’s heritage, with a mix of Celtic Newquay is Cornwall’s premier holiday resort boasting some of the finest crosses, crafting communities, Viking burial sites, medieval castles as well as coastline in Europe with no less than eleven beaches! The town is an ancient the world’s largest working water wheel – The Laxey wheel. With a working one – the ‘New quay’ from which it takes its name dates back to the fifteenth Victorian transport system of narrow gauge steam trains, electric trams and century, when it was known as ‘Towan Blysta’. As well as being Britain’s horse drawn trams, the Isle of Man is a step back in time for you to enjoy. surfing capital, it offers wonderful cliff walks, a picturesque harbour and a variety of activities. Newquay has a good selection of both high street and SATURDAY: We depart the Westcountry and drive to our overnight hotel local stores and is mainly pedestrianised with interesting alleyways housing in the Lancashire area. little craft and antique shops. SUNDAY: We board the ferry from Heysham to Douglas, we then continue SATURDAY: Following our morning departure we will make our way to the the short distance to the Rutland hotel. north Cornish coast and Newquay. Depending on our pick up route we will have a EXCURSION PROGRAMME: lunch stop before arriving into Newquay during the afternoon. The time is yours to • First, we visit Tynwald Hill, home of the World’s most continuous parliament. explore Newquay before your evening meal. Then onto Peel, where you can see the only Cathedral on the Island, also an SUNDAY: The choice is yours. If gardens are not your thing, then the coach will historic fishing port popular for its fine sands and delicious Manx Kippers. We drop you in the Maritime resort of Falmouth before continuing to Trebah Gardens. complete our day with a visit to Ramsey which takes position as the second Discover the magic of this beautiful 26-acre Cornish valley garden, with over four largest town on the Isle of Man. miles of footpaths. Explore under canopies bursting with exotic blooms and follow • A visit to the Laxey Wheel and Snaefell for an optional train ride on the vibrant tunnels of colour that cascade down to it’s very own secluded beach on the Mountain Railway, the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles, which Helford River. Trebah offers visitors a year round experience with beautiful takes you on a breath-taking 5 mile journey from Laxey to the summit of Camellias flowering, Snowdrops carpeting the garden and Magnolia Campbellii in Snaefell. flower. • First a visit to Castletown the old capital of the island. Onto Calf of Man, a small island at the south western extremity of the Isle of Man from which it is separated MONDAY: A leisurely departure from Newquay, we shall pick up the coast by narrow straits of water known as Calf Sound. We continue onto Port Erin well road by way of Watergate Bay to travel to Padstow for our morning stop. We known as an old smuggling site and a pretty Victorian seaside town. depart early afternoon to arrive back home mid afternoon. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated FRIDAY: We board the ferry from Douglas to Heysham and then continue below. south and travel back home for arrival during the early evening. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if flowers mentioned Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless are not in bloom. stated below. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey.

RUTLAND HOTEL, DOUGLAS*** ELIOT HOTEL, NEWQUAY *** Located on the desirable Queen’s promenade, overlooking the spectacular Very well situated close to Great Western and Tolcarne beaches only a few yards Douglas Bay, your hotel offers comfort, style and a welcoming atmosphere that from the seafront and within easy walking distance of the shops and harbour. The will help you unwind. All bedrooms are accessible via the lift (not suitable for hotel has a bar and ballroom with entertainment provided most evenings and wheelchairs) and are en-suite with telephones, tea/coffee making facilities, extensive lounge areas. All 79 en-suite bedrooms have central heating, bath or satellite television, broadband and hairdryer. Seaview rooms are available on shower, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and television. There is free wi-fi in request and incur a supplement. There are nine steps to access the hotel entrance, the public areas, a lift serves most of the rooms although all floors are split level there are no ground floor rooms. with some intermediate stairs. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Isle Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, free drink with of Man only: porterage, entertainment during your stay and excursion dinner and excursion programme. programme.

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Sunday 17 to Friday 22 April 2022 Monday 18 to Friday 22 April 2022 A MYTHICAL JOURNEY THROUGH YORKSHIRE RAILWAY JOURNEYS THE VALLEY OF WALES Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £40 • Holiday insurance £27 Take an unforgettable steam train ride through spectacular Yorkshire countryside. Jump on board and experience the chug of the engine and shriek of the whistle Imagine a place right on England’s doorstep where there are no crowds, quiet for yourself. An enchanting steam train outing will delight you all. Experience the roads and some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe. It has quaint villages attractions that have been the ‘star’ of numerous movies and television series and lively pretty market towns. It’s a foreign country for which you need no including Harry Potter, Heartbeat and Sherlock Holmes. A train ride, a city cruise passport. It’s mid Wales and the Brecon Beacons hidden treasures of perfect and two National Parks are the highlights of this journey through the landscapes countryside, unspoilt by development. The lush valleys of Britain’s most glorious of North Yorkshire. The holiday is completed with time spent in the historic city of rivers, the Severn, the Wye and the Usk cut right through the rolling hills. Centred York and the traditional seaside town of Whitby – two places which give this in Llandrindod Wells, this tour offers you splendour galore. county its character. SUNDAY: We depart our home towns and make our way into Wales. We MONDAY: We depart the South West and travel to the Burn Hall Hotel will cross over the River Severn and continue a non-motorway drive taking in near York for our four night stay. the market town of Abergavenny, over the Black Mountains and Gadar Ridge before completing our journey to our hotel. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • Our first visit is to the market town of Thirsk, famous for its connections EXCURSION PROGRAMME: with author and vet James Herriot, before continuing to Leeming Bar to take • We start our day by passing through the film location for the Dam Busters – a journey on the Wensleydale Railway. We take one of the restored 1960’s Rhayader stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre for coffee. Onto Devil’s Bridge diesels through the Yorkshire countryside before arriving into Leyburn. We where you may like to take a steam train ride on the Vale of Rheidol Railway to continue on to take a scenic tour to the Yorkshire Dales National Park taking Aberystwyth. We return back to our hotel for late afternoon. in pretty towns and villages before returning to our hotel. • We make our way to the Brecon Beacons National Park via Hay-on-Wye, the • Travel to Pickering on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors to take the famous ‘town of books’ and home to the Hay Literature Festival. This pretty steam train through the National Park to Grosmont. Then onto Whitby, a market town on the edge of the Brecon Beacons is a mecca for books, boasting town which is dominated by its cliff-top abbey. almost 30 bookshops. After lunch we then enjoy a trip through the scenic Brecon Beacons towards the famous Penderyn Distillery Visitor Centre, home to the • A full day in York where we first take a cruise along the beautiful River award winning Penderyn Single Malt Welsh Whisky. We take a tour through the Ouse. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the historic city centre exhibition area to the distillery itself, afterwards we visit the tasting bar before with fascinating museums, city walks, the Minister and the Shambles. returning to our hotel through the rugged beauty of the Beacons. There’s so much to see and do, you’ll be spoilt for choice! • This morning we head to the historic market town of Ludlow for our morning FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south to arrive home late coffee stop, this town is full of old buildings including an imposing castle, afternoon/early evening. perched high above the River Teme. We continue our journey to the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm which achieved national television fame as the Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included unless stated below. setting for BBC 2’s ratings success story ‘Victorian Farm’. Tucked away in the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you will see traditional On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, 19th century farm life unfold daily, while the land around is worked by heavy steam trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. horses. Our journey will take us back via Bishop’s Castle to Llandrindod Wells. FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel by way of Hereford back home to the Westcountry for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Steam trains maybe replaced by diesel locomotives. METROPOLE HOTEL AND SPA, LLANDRINDOD WELLS**** This elegant, historic Metropole Hotel is located in the centre of the Victorian town of BURN HALL HOTEL, HUBY, NEAR YORK *** Llandrindod Wells and was once the largest hotel in Wales. Still privately owned by Set in the heart of North Yorkshire and in its own grounds, a few miles north of York. the great great grandson of the original Victorian owner and still the highest AA Visit Burn Hall and you will discover a hotel offering something a little different. The rated hotel in Mid Wales. The hotel offers traditional en-suite bedrooms, each hotels’ 94 en-suite bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and has a telephone, equipped with hairdryer, television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also an tea/coffee making facilities, 24 hour room service, television, internet connection indoor swimming pool, spa and steam room. There is a lift. and hairdryer. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, River Ouse cruise, entrances to Penderyn Distillery and Acton Scott Working Farm and excursion journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, journey on the Wensleydale programme. Railway and excursion programme.

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Thursday 21 to Monday 25 April 2022 Friday 22 to Thursday 28 April 2022 AVONS CALLING CHANNEL ISLANDS Single supplement £115 • Holiday insurance £24 JERSEY, GUERNSEY, SARK AND HERM Single supplement £160 • Holiday insurance £40 With a conveniently located base, this itinerary features the must-see cities of maritime Bristol and elegant Bath, in addition to a stylish garden, calling canal Stuck on which of the Channel Islands to choose? Then here is your answer...why not join us on cruise, beautiful scenic drives and Westonbirt Arboretum. Bristol’s Harbourside is this seven day holiday which stays in both Guernsey and Jersey and visits the smaller islands of now an attractive, modern development filled with restaurants, bars, shops and Sark and Herm. Jersey is renowned for its dramatic coastal scenery, peaceful green lanes and fields dotted with Jersey cows. Walk around the pretty Howard Davis Park, alternatively take the hotels. Stroll around the water’s edge and you will find Millenium Square acting convenient ‘Hop On Hop Off’ bus for visits to attractions such as the world famous Durrell Wildlife as a fantastic hub, with its fountains as well as world-class attractions such a Park and the fascinating Jersey War Tunnels telling the story of Jersey’s occupation by German Brunel’s SS Great Britain, We the Curious, Bristol Aquarium to name only a view. Forces during WWII. Guernsey is steeped in wartime history and the legacy is a labyrinth of fortifications plus fascinating museums that vividly recreate everyday life in the occupied islands.

THURSDAY: Following our morning departure, we shall travel along FRIDAY: We depart locally and travel along the south coast to Poole for the Polden Hills for a visit to Glastonbury. Continue by way of Cheddar before ferry crossing to Guernsey. A coach will meet you at the port to take you to the arriving at the Aztec Hotel in Bristol late afternoon. Peninsula Hotel for a three night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME FRIDAY: Today begins at Painswick Rococo Garden which was designed • A full day excursion to Sark. On arrival, transfers by tractor-train are provided in the 1740’s as a fanciful pleasure garden for the owner of Painswick House up the hill from the port to the village centre. This sleepy island has no cars, just and his guests. You will be delighted by the magical follies and spectacular bicycles and horse drawn carts. A two hour carriage ride around the island is views of the Cotswold countryside. We spend the afternoon in Gloucester included with stops to take in beautiful coastal views and La Seigneurie Gardens. where we will enjoy a 45 minute canal cruise with historic commentary. • A half day excursion to the beautiful Herm Island. There are no cars and no Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring the Docks or visit the Gloucester pressure, just an active policy of preserving the island’s pristine natural Quays shopping outlet centre before we head back to our hotel. environment and peacefulness. Enjoy beach walks, gift shops at the harbour plus the Mermaid Tavern. After time at leisure on Herm we return to St Peter SATURDAY: A scenic drive this morning through the Somerset Levels, Port for our transfer back to the hotel. Mendip Hills and Cheddar Gorge to the lovely medieval city of Wells. See the MONDAY: We say farewell to Guernsey and board the ferry for our magnificent Cathedral and unique Bishop’s Palace Moat and Gardens. We crossing to Jersey where a coach will transfer you to the Merton Hotel for the continue to Bristol’s City Centre where we will have entry to Brunel’s SS Great next three nights. Britain, one of the world’s most historic ship. EXCURSION PROGRAMME • A full day excursion around the island which includes the beautiful bays of SUNDAY: We start our day at Westonbirt Arboretum, home to one of the St. Brelade’s and St. Ouen’s, the Corbiere Lighthouse and charming harbour most spectacular tree collections in the world, which now features a treetop village of St. Aubin. walkway, accessible to all. Home to 2,500 different species from the far THURSDAY: It is time to depart Jersey, meet your coach which will transfer corners of the globe and 5 national tree collections, Westonbirt is the perfect you to the ferry port for our condor sailing back into Poole. Our coach will be place for you to escape, relax or have an adventure! We shall visit Tetbury for there waiting to return you to your chosen departure point. the afternoon. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless MONDAY: We depart Bristol and travel to Bath for the morning. Spend stated below. time at leisure and maybe visit the famous Royal Crescent, the Jane Austen Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ Centre or the Roman Baths, are all recommended attractions! Depart after technical issues cause problems to your ferry journeys. Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure going to print, they are lunch and return home for late afternoon/early evening. normally advised early 2022 and may incur an early start or late finish Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless to your holiday. stated below. PENINSULA HOTEL, GUERNSEY**** Ideally situated on a sandy beach on the north-west coast of the island with a wonderful view over Grand Havre Bay from the front of the hotel and a view of the lovely sheltered beach at the AZTEC HOTEL AND SPA, BRISTOL**** edge of five acres of private landscaped gardens. All 99 bedrooms are en-suite and equipped A smart and stylish 4-star hotel just on the outskirts of Bristol and perfectly placed for with television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. exploring our itinerary. Tuck into fabulous food in the 2 AA Rosettes awarded Curious Kitchen, spend time relaxing in the amazing spa with a 13 metre swimming MERTON HOTEL, JERSEY *** The Merton Hotel has many resort style facilities, including the Merton Leisure Club and pool, hot tub, sauna, steam rooms and spa treatments on offer. The elegant en-suite Aquadome and a choice of lounge/bar areas. All bedrooms are en-suite, modern, comfortable bedrooms feature air conditioning, ground coffee with fresh milk, television, and a and well equipped with bath and shower, television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, luxury bathroom with fluffy robes and designer toiletries. There is a lift. hairdryer and iron and ironing board. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Transfers to the ferry ports and return, transfers from port to hotel and return, ferry crossings admission to Painswick Rococo Garden, SS Great Britain and Westonbirt Poole/Guernsey/Jersey/Poole, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, full day tour of Jersey, half Arboretum, 45-minute canal cruise and excursion programme. day excursion to Herm and a full day excursion to Sark with two hour carriage ride.

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Saturday 23 to Tuesday 26 April 2022 Sunday 24 to Saturday 30 April 2022 THE EVESHAM BLOSSOM TRAIL & WILD IN THE HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLAND A TALE OF THE ARCHERS Single supplement £100 • Holiday insurance £27 WITH THE BLACK AND WHITE VILLAGE TRAIL This carefully designed tour blends together the beauty of the Highlands visiting some impressive places from the natural wonders of Loch Ness to the historical Single supplement £71 • Holiday insurance £23 masterpiece of Dunrobin Castle, whilst exploring the area by both coach and steam train. There are visits to sample some of Scotland’s wildlife, with a falconry This spring why not explore the natural beauty that the Vale of Evesham has to offer as we follow a 45 mile AA signposted route. Recognised for its apples, pears and plums, display, Osprey watching and a dolphin cruise all included. It’s little wonder why the Vale of Evesham and surrounding areas boasts some of the most productive we are all so Wild about Scotland. horticultural land in the country. From March to May, the soft pink tones of cherry and apple blossom contrast beautifully with the white blossom of the pear and plum trees SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel to the north of which explode into life along the roadsides of the Vale. Are you a fan of the long England for our overnight stay. running BBC radio series all about “farming folk” – if so, this is definitely the tour for MONDAY: We cross the border and travel into the Highlands of Scotland you! Worcestershire offers Archers fans the opportunity to visit some lovely places and the Craiglynne Hotel, Grantown-on-Spey. which are reputedly in the Radio 4’s The Archers. Another highlight on this holiday is a full day to enjoy The Black and White Village Trail. This is a route through some of the TUESDAY: We travel into Inverness the capital of the Highlands for free prettiest villages and most beautiful landscape in England. time. Continue our drive north crossing Moray Firth, Cromarty Firth, Dornoch Firth and Loch Fleet to arrive into Dunrobin Castle. Dating back 700 years, this SATURDAY: Following your morning departure we travel by way of Tetbury fairy-tale castle has extensive gardens to explore in a dramatic coastal setting. before stopping in Cirencester for lunch. We continue our drive arriving into This afternoon we will get to see a fascinating falconry display with Golden Stourport-on-Severn and the Stourport Manor Hotel where we will be greeted Eagles, Falcons and other species. with tea/coffee and biscuits. WEDNESDAY: Today we explore the Whisky trail. It is the most recognised EXCURSION PROGRAMME: region in the world for whisky production and we pass numerous distilleries •This morning we enjoy a 2-hour guided tour exploring the natural beauty of along the way. A stop will be made in Nairn, renowned for its white sandy the Vale of Evesham. Marvel at the sights of the apple and plum orchards and beaches. Continue along the coast and over the Kessock suspension bridge to enjoy the highlights of the best blossom viewpoints to be seen (weather join the Dolphin Spirit, we will have a 90 minute cruise into the Moray Firth to permitting). We will then enjoy another guided tour exploring the BBC Archers hopefully spot the pod of resident dolphins. Country where we will visit some of the places reputed to be the fictional locations of Radio 4’s The Archers. Today’s tour provides an historical and THURSDAY: Travel to Aviemore to board the Strathspey steam train and entertaining countryside trip that you will remember. the stunning 40 minute trip through the Scottish Highlands. Disembark at •We cross the border into Herefordshire and follow the Black and White Village Broomhill for the short journey to the RSPB Osprey Centre at Loch Garten. A Trail, travelling via Mortimers Cross, scene of a historic battle, to Eardisland and wildlife ranger provides an update on the Ospreys activity, with every chance of Pembridge, Lyonshall and Weobley to the historic city of Hereford for a visit watching the birds feed their young from either a webcam or view the Ospreys before returning to our hotel. There are lots of examples of timber-framed nest through provided binoculars. The centre is located in an ancient pine forest buildings and churches in the village settings. with signed forest walks with plenty of other birdlife and red squirrels to see. TUESDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Bridgnorth for morning coffee before FRIDAY: We depart the Highlands and travel south, still taking in the boarding the Severn Valley steam train to Kidderminster where our coach will be amazing scenery that this region of Scotland offers. Cross the border into waiting to continue our journey south, arriving home late afternoon/early evening. England for our overnight hotel. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated SATURDAY: Continue our journey south to arrive home late afternoon/ below. early evening. On all steam excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated steam vehicles maybe replaced by diesel locomotive. below. For operational reasons on the day of travel a steam train may be replaced by diesel. Sightings of animals mentioned cannot be guaranteed but STOURPORT MANOR HOTEL, STOURPORT ON SEVERN **** are highly likely. There is a lot of history attached to this Victorian stately home. Once home to Stanley Baldwin, Prime Minister and has welcomed many dignitaries over the years. Now extended into a CRAIGLYNNE HOTEL, GRANTOWN ON SPEY**** beautiful hotel close to Worcester and the Malvern hills. There is free super-fast Wi-Fi Set in the Cairngorms National Park, this imposing, granite Victorian hotel is surrounded by throughout the hotel, 23 acres of wonderful grounds, brasserie, bar and lounge, swimming immaculate gardens and views across of the neighbouring Cromdale Hills and just a 10 minute pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath and gym and tennis courts/squash courts. All 72 en-suite walk to the town centre. The Craiglynne Hotel features 82 en-suite bedrooms, many of which bedrooms have superbly comfortable beds, crisp white linen and plump pillows, television and boast panoramic views of the neighbouring hills and are equipped with tea/coffee making tea/coffee making facilities. There are two steps down to the ground floor bedrooms but can facilities, telephone and television. After your excursions, you may like to relax in the bar or conservatory before dining in the award-winning restaurant for your evening meal. This hotel also be accessed via the lift, first floor rooms are accessed via stairs. offers WiFi throughout the public areas and there is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 3 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, tea/coffee and Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Dunrobin Castle biscuits on arrival, guided tour of the Blossom Trail and Archers Country, single journey and Gardens with Falconry display, Dolphin Spirit cruise, Strathspey railway journey, on the Severn Valley Railway and excursion programme. entrance to RSPB Osprey centre, entertainment and excursion programme.

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Wednesday 27 April to Wednesday 4 May 2022 Sunday 1 to Saturday 7 May 2022 FRENCH RIVIERA, MONTE CARLO, JERSEY – THE TRANQUIL ISLAND NICE AND CANNES Single Supplement £192 • Holiday insurance £40 Single supplement £185 • Holiday insurance £42 Green pastures and wooded valleys, wild flowers and rare fauna, water meadows and gorse-covered cliffs, glimpses of golden sand and a shimmering Stylish resorts, blue seas and beaches all combine to make holidays on the French sea - Jersey is naturally beautiful. Clear water and beaches surround some 45 Riviera a favourite with young and old alike. The French Riviera stretches along France’s miles of coastline which is the Island’s greatest natural treasure. Sweeping bays southern coastline, from the Italian border in the east to St Tropez in the west. Famous as in the south give way to dramatic cliffs in the north offering spectacular scenery being the playground of the rich and famous, the French Riviera’s popular hotspots and stunning vistas. A network of ‘Green Lanes’ give pedestrians precedence include Monaco, Nice, Cannes and St Tropez. Discover the principality of Monaco with over the car and keeps country life at an unhurried and unspoilt pace, the its luxury yacht-lined harbour, Monte Carlo Casino and the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit. scheme is envied the world over. The hedgerows and coastal dunes are Cosmopolitan Nice has the Promenade des Anglais, along with art galleries, shopping protected as they are home to varieties of rare, wild flowers and butterflies. and dining options galore. Cannes is famous for its Film Festival, yacht-lined harbour and designer shopping. And finally, St Tropez is the place for celebrity spotting and great nightlife. Saint Aygulf where our hotel is found has a prime location beside the beach. SUNDAY: We depart locally and travel along the south coast to Poole for the ferry to Jersey. We arrive into St. Helier where you will be met by WEDNESDAY: Following an early morning departure we travel to a coach and representative to transfer you to the Monterey Hotel for our Folkestone for a lunchtime crossing to Calais. Continue south through France six night stay. and to our overnight hotel in Dijon for our overnight stay. Your time here in Jersey is yours to enjoy. Explore magnificent castles, THURSDAY: Continue our drive south to the French Riviera in time for our fascinating wildlife and scenery. You may like to join one of the many evening meal. excursions that are on offer to you whilst in Jersey. EXCURSION PROGRAMME SATURDAY: We depart on a ferry back from St. Helier to Poole where • We shall drive south along the coast with a stop in the charming coastal our coach will take you back to your departure point. village of Port Grimaud, built in Provencal style around a maze of canals and At the time of going to print passports are not essential but photo walkways, known as ‘Venice of the Provence’. Onto the fashionable resort of identification is required, please complete the continental section on the St.Tropez, renowned as home to the jet set. Enjoy the bars, boutiques and back page of our booking form. shops or admire the yachts in the harbour. • A full day to the pocket size country of Monaco and Monte Carlo, filled with Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless glitz and glamour. In the old town you will find the Prince’s Palace of Monaco. stated below. Within Monaco is Monte Carlo – home to the renowned Grand Prix circuit and the exquisite harbour. Admire the casino, walk around the gardens or perhaps Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ take a coffee at one of the many local bars. technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry • We shall travel first to Nice, stroll along the promenade and admire the blue journey. Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure sea or maybe explore the old town with its honeycomb of narrow streets. going to print, they are normally advised early 2022 and may incur an Through Antibes for a quick stop before arriving into Cannes, once a small early start or late finish to your holiday. fishing village and now a fashionable resort. TUESDAY: We say farewell to the south coast of France and travel north to our overnight hotel on the outskirts of Dijon. WEDNESDAY: Travel to Calais for an early afternoon crossing into Folkestone. Continue home to arrive during the evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. We cannot be held responsible for any delays which may occur on the outward/return crossings. MONTEREY HOTEL, ST HELIER*** HOTEL ST. AYGULF, ST. AYGULF **** This 3-star rated hotel has seen continuous investment in its amenities including a The hotel has a great location overlooking the sea. It offers lovely views of St. contemporary design to the restaurant, offering a range of cuisine including a full Raphael Bay and the beach is only a few steps away. It has a restaurant, bar and English buffet breakfast and a freshly prepared menu each evening. The hotel has terrace. Get on the comfortable mattress of your deckchair and crawl away from the an open-plan and comfortable bar area and excellent lounges to relax in. Leisure sun under your parasol whilst the “Bleu & Blanc” crew takes care of your drinks or facilities include an indoor swimming pool, steam room, spa bath and mini gym. have a rest while getting a tan, feet in the sand. All 85 bedrooms are en-suite and A large, seasonal outdoor swimming pool is also available for fine days contain nice extra’s such as free internet connection, television and coffee and tea surrounded by a sun terrace. All 73 bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with a facilities and a small fridge. There is a lift. television, radio, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Eurotunnel Transfer to the ferry port and return, transfers from port to hotel and return, 6 crossings and excursion programme. night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and ferry crossings.

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Sunday 1 to Saturday 7 May 2022 Bank Holiday Monday 2 to Friday 6 May 2022 BEAUTIFUL BANTRY BAY AND FLORIADE AND DUTCH BULBFIELDS – GARNISH ISLAND HOLLAND IN BLOOM Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £38 Single supplement £146 • Holiday insurance £40 Each year from April to the middle of May, the fields around Lisse change into a Bantry, in the heart of West Cork, is a region of lush vegetation, palm trees and semi- spectacular display of colourful flowering tulips, narcissi, hyacinths and other tropical flowers. Hemmed in by high mountain ridges, an azure blue sea and cascading flowering bulbs. We visit Keukenhof Gardens known locally as ‘the greatest mountain streams, it is a place of unparalleled beauty where the landscape changes flower show on earth’. Here you’ll find the world’s largest bulb garden with every mood of wind and sky. The Bantry and West Cork character is considered the most friendly, helpful, outgoing, quick witted, generous and possessing the gift of overflowing with a variety of tulips, daffodils and hyacinths that are admired by unlimited conversation with a great sense of humour. West Cork is recognised as one of more than 1,000,000 people from across the world each year. Not only can you the last bastions of true Irish hospitality, you are assured a warm welcome. Bantry, is a marvel at the colourful rainbow of tulips, you can also explore the stunning lovely little harbour town in West Cork and on the Wild Atlantic Way, what it lacks in backdrop of a natural woodland, ornamental shrubs, a working windmill, size, they make up for in terms of history, landscape, flora and fauna. blossoming fruit trees, cascades and canal. The Floriade is a world-renowned horticultural experience taking place every ten years. The theme for 2022 is SUNDAY: A fairly early start to cross into Wales and arrive in Pembroke for ‘Growing Greener Cities’, featuring indoor and outdoor exhibitions, show the lunchtime ferry crossing to Rosslare. Travel the short distance to the gardens and events. The site covers 60 hectares with hop on/hop off e-trains Maldron Hotel, Wexford for our overnight stay. and an 850m long cableway, giving a fantastic view of the whole event. MONDAY: We shall have a leisurely departure to travel by way of the MONDAY: An early start to travel to Dover for the short ferry crossing to copper coast route for some lovely ocean views. Continue our drive to arrive Calais. We continue on to the Kontakt der Kontinenten Hotel where we shall into Bantry and the Maritime Hotel. stay for four nights. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: TUESDAY: Today we head to Almere and the Floriade Park which hosts a • Today we discover the rugged and spectacular Beara Peninsula, our drive will wonderful celebration exhibition of green and sustainable technology where take in Leahill Bog and Trafrask Bog and peaceful Adrigole. We shall stop in you can enjoy the scent and colour of flowers, plants, vegetables and fruit Castletownbere harbour before heading along the northern side of the peninsula amongst all the exhibitions. to Eyeries. Travel along the Healy Pass, an awe-inspiring serpentine pass. • First we travel to Glengarriff where you may like to take the ferry to Garnish WEDNESDAY: A full day to Keukenhof Gardens, near Lisse. It’s a floral Island, a beautiful Italianate garden with fantastic views. We then take the spectacular with over 70 acres of parkland and 10 miles of walkways. Admire pretty drive to the coast to Mizen Head to try and spot Fastnet Rock, known as a vast collection of hundreds and thousands of flowers displayed in the ‘Ireland’s Teardrop’. beautifully landscaped gardens. • A visit to Kinsale, Ireland’s gourmet capital and a popular centre for sailing THURSDAY: A full day in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan overlooked by historic Charles Fort. We then head for Cobh, a tiny fishing cities. This beautiful city has lots to admire, from romantic canal cruises to village with a big history made famous as the last port of call for RMS Titanic. cafes and culture. Take in the history whilst taking a stroll between gabled buildings and narrow tree lined cobbled streets. Enjoy lunch admiring the FRIDAY: We depart Bantry and travel to the vibrant city of Cork, admire the architecture and see the tiny bridges interlaced miles of canals. Finish you day colourful buildings on the banks of the river. Continue our drive back to the off here with a spot of shopping in one of the many shopping centres. Maldron Hotel, Wexford for our overnight stay. FRIDAY: Depart our hotel to travel back to Calais for a lunchtime crossing SATURDAY: We board the morning ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke. to Dover. Continue to the West Country arriving home during the evening. Continue our drive through Wales to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated stated below. below. MARITIME HOTEL, BANTRY **** KONTAKT DER KONTINENTEN, UTRECHT*** The stylish Maritime Hotel is set on Bantry Bay amid the three rugged peninsulas Hotel Kontakt der Kontinenten has 131 rooms spread over two buildings: the of Mizen Head, Sheep’s Head and Beara. The hotel features over 100 designer former mission house Saint Jan and the Monastery Cenakel. Both buildings are bedrooms, many of which boast spectacular harbour views of Bantry Bay and located on a large 22 hectares of private forest. Most bedrooms have a view of balconies, while others overlook the mature woods of Bantry House. Bedrooms either the woods, monastery garden or courtyard gardens. All bedrooms are are en-suite and equipped with free WIFI, television, hairdryer, iron and ironing en-suite with shower, television, telephone and Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lounge with board and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel also boasts the club maritime coffee which is complementary, plus a bar and large terrace with views of the leisure centre with a 19 metre swimming pool, gym, fitness classes and treatment forest. There are ground floor rooms and a lift. rooms. No ground floor rooms are available, however there is a lift to all rooms. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, entrance to Floriade Park Garden Exhibition and cable car ride, entrance to porterage and excursion programme. Keukenhof Gardens and excursion programme.

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Thursday 5 to Monday 9 May 2022 Sunday 8 to Thursday 12 May 2022 TRAINS, TRAMS AND TREASURES GLORIOUS GARDENS AND OF THE PEAKS CASTLES OF THE LAKES Single supplement £75 • Holiday insurance £24 GARDENS, STEAM RAIL, CRUISING, CASTLES AND TASTING Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 Derbyshire and the Peak District is famous for many things, such as Britain’s first and most popular National Park. This perfect peak tour includes some history packed Recognised as a region with World Heritage status, the 912 square miles of The Lake excursions from a narrow boat cruise through the Derwent Valley, guided tour around District is an inspirational place to visit. Cascading waterfalls, 16 sparkling lakes, Cromford Mills learning how it changed today’s world, guided tour and tasting charming Lakeland towns and sweeping mountain landscapes are all there to be around the National Brewery Museum with a presentation of its brewing history, seen on this wonderful balanced break. journey on Derbyshire’s longest heritage railway, pudding making experience at the Original Bakewell Pudding Shop and entrance to the Crich Tramway Village. SUNDAY: After our morning departure we head to the Lake District and the Windermere Hotel for our four night stay. THURSDAY: After a morning departure we travel north to Derbyshire and MONDAY: We start our day in Bowness, for some free time, the lakes most the Mickleover Hotel for our four night stay. popular town on the shore of Lake Windermere. Bowness is popular all year FRIDAY: We begin our day in Cromford, first we enjoy a return two-hour round and a great place to relax and savour the atmosphere and the town’s narrowboat cruise through the picturesque Derwent Valley, listen to the delightful setting. We then proceed over the Kirkstone Pass – the highest road commentary about the Canal and Birdswood as you glide along. On our return in the Lakes to Glenridding. We board a steamer for a one hour cruise on the we shall visit Sir Richard Arkwright’s Cromford Mill which is part of the Derwent beautiful Ullswater Lake, the second largest lake in the Lake District. We enjoy Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore how this remarkable mill site some time in Pooley Bridge before we continue our day travelling through changed the world we live in today with a guided tour, take in the visitor centre, picturesque Lakeland fells visiting Grasmere, the home of William Wordsworth. cafes, shops and nature walks. We shall complete our day at Matlock Bath, beside the River Derwent in a steep and beautiful Gorge. Maybe take a cable TUESDAY: Travel to Haverthwaite where we hop on the steam train to car up the Heights of Abraham, rising from the valley floor, the observation cars travel 3.5 miles through the Leven Valley to Lake Windermere. Disembark at transport you in comfort and safety and allow stunning views of the Derwent Lakeside station and enjoy entry into the Lakeland Motor Museum which consists of over 30,000 exhibits, including the racing Campbells, of Bluebird Valley and surrounding Peak District. Fame. Our afternoon will take us to Holker Hall and Gardens, which is regarded SATURDAY: This morning we enjoy a guided tour and tasting at the as one of the best stately homes in Britain. Explore the 23 acres of immaculately National Brewery Centre Museum. The tour will start with a holographic-style kept gardens which comprise of a series of formal gardens set within an presentation of the history of brewing, then the experienced guides will take informal landscape of interesting trees, shrubs and meadows. Take in Holker you through each step of the brewing process and explain the fascinating roles Hall which dates back to the 16th century and has been passed down through that the steam engines and vintage vehicles on show played in the development of the industry. We then escape to the countryside and board in inheritance to just three families. Ecclesbourne Valley Railway for a return railway journey, the longest heritage WEDNESDAY: Our day will start at Muncaster Castle, owned by the railway in Derbyshire. We will glide through some glorious scenery before Pennington family since the 1200’s and is set in 77 acres which include the enjoying a cream tea in either the dining car or the café. Himalayan gardens including plants from all over the world. A fine example of SUNDAY: Today we travel to Bakewell, home to the famous Bakewell one of the Lake District’s favourite historic houses. On to the pretty market town pudding. Enjoy a 60-minute pudding making experience at The Old Original of Keswick, the head of Derwent Water where we will have lunch. We finish the Bakewell Pudding Shop, and take the tasty goods back to the hotel with you. day off with a visit to the highly rated Lakes Distillery, housed in a beautifully This afternoon will be spent at Crich Tramway Village, a period village museum refurbished 1850’s Victorian model farm near Lake Bassenthwaite, surrounded where you can travel along the traditional village street on a vintage tram, by Lakeland fells and woodlands. We enjoy a guided tour, sampling the quality viewing the exhibitions and marvelling at the spectacular views. of world class gin, vodka and whisky. MONDAY: We depart from Derby and travel by way of the Cotswolds THURSDAY: We depart our hotel and begin our homeward journey, retracing before arriving home late afternoon/early evening. our steps back to the Westcountry for arrival late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless below. For operational reasons on the day of travel a steam train may be stated below. replaced by diesel. On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, steam vehicles may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. MICKLEOVER HOTEL, DERBYSHIRE**** Located at Mickleover on the outskirts of Derby, this hotel offers many facilities which we are WINDERMERE HOTEL, WINDERMERE*** sure you will love. There is a large restaurant with plenty of natural daylight and also a bar The 75-bedroom Windermere Hotel dates back to 1847. It is listed by English leading to the open plan reception. The lounge can be found on the first floor and is an ideal Heritage and is perfectly located for exploring the amazing areas we have place to relax away from the hustle and bustle below. All 99 en-suite bedrooms are scheduled on the Lake District. Enjoy a drink from the modern Piano Lounge Bar or equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities on the outdoor patio overlooking the quiet gardens. All en-suite bedrooms have a include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and solarium. There is a lift. television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, welcome tea/ INCLUDED IN THE PRICE coffee, 2 hour narrow boat cruise, mill and village tour at Cromford Mills, guided tour Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Cruise on the and tasting at the National Brewery Centre Museum, return railway journey with a Ullswater Steamer, Haverthwaite Steam Rail journey, entrance to Lakeland cream tea, baking experience at Bakewell’s Pudding Shop, entrance to Crich Tramway Motor Museum, Holker Hall & Gardens and Muncaster Castle, Lakes Distillery Village and excursion programme. tour and tasting and excursion programme.

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Sunday 8 to Thursday 12 May 2022 Sunday 8 to Thursday 12 May 2022 KINGDOM OF NORTHUMBRIA BEAUTIFUL BOURNEMOUTH AND FARNE ISLANDS AND EXBURY GARDENS Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24

Here is a land of outstanding beauty from Northumberland’s heritage Coastline, Summer by the sea! Enjoy the golden sands accredited with numerous blue Flag dotted with ancient castles, golden beaches and pretty market towns to a Awards, Gold Accreditation from Britain in Bloom and European Entente Florale bustling city showcasing the areas illustrious history and traditions. Each day Awards – Bournemouth can be classed a slice of floral paradise with 2,000 has a variation, Northumberland is home for grey seals, dune flowers, over- acres of Victorian Gardens and parkland to explore. Walk along the golden wintering birds and summer seabird colonies. Picturesque Alnwick is situated in sands or take a stroll along the Pier with an ice cream or simply watch the sunset. the centre of Northumberland and the district of Alnwick covers a third of the Bournemouth has an abundance of activities for you to enjoy from land trains to Northumberland National Park. It is now known as one of the most picturesque galleries, tea rooms and cafes, amusements, arcades and shops, or perhaps you market towns in England but is probably best known for its stunning castle, simply prefer to relax in a deck chair with your toes in the sand. Alnwick Castle, built following the Norman conquest and more recently the setting for two Harry Potter films. SUNDAY: This morning we depart the West Country and travel to the SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to the George south coast and Bournemouth for our four night stay. Hotel, Chollerford for our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • We start with a morning stop in Christchurch followed by a drive to the New • A coastal tour today, the Kingdom of Northumbria is a county that lies within its Forest National Park travelling through Brockenhurst with its olde-worlde own borders – a unique and beautiful place with its cuisine, tradition and lilting charm to Lyndhurst. tongue. The 30 mile coastal trail takes in the popular fishing village of Seahouses. • Our day will start with a morning coffee stop in Lymington before a visit to Here fish stalls sell the best fresh seafood. We shall take the 2 ½ hour boat trip to Exbury Gardens, at over 200 acres, these impressive gardens were created the wildlife sanctuary of Farne Islands, often referred to as ‘Europe’s Galapagos’. and are now managed by the Rothschild family. They boast a number of Onto Bamburgh, dominated by its mighty castle perched on a rocky crag. Along special collections including world-famous rhododendrons and azaleas, the coastline with mile upon mile of golden beaches we reach the tidal Holy unprecedented swathes of hydrangeas and the National Collection of Nyssa Island of Lindisfarne – the cradle of Christianity. If the tide is right, we can cross trees. the two mile causeway and explore this incredible island, with its Priory and the • This morning we head to Wimborne Minster, an attractive market town distinctive castle, you may like to sample Lindisfarne Mead. with a wonderful mix of high quality modern stores and charming • A visit to Hexham which was voted best market town in the United Kingdom, independent boutiques sat side by side in hidden courtyards and with its striking Abbey. We cross Hadrians Wall and onto Alnwick Castle, see pedestrianised squares. Continue to the Isle of Purbeck and a visit to the the lavish state rooms, drawing room, dining room and the 400 year old library coastal town of Swanage, nestled in a sheltered bay, originally a small port with 14,000 books. Roam the 26 acre garden with elaborate water features, and fishing village. wooden treehouse and Poison Garden. • After a leisurely breakfast we travel into Newcastle to explore one of Britain’s THURSDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel to Dorchester. Depart iconic cities, famous for its industrial heritage, brown ale and ‘Geordie’ dialect. after lunch arriving back to our home towns for late afternoon/early evening. Today we will have an included two hour cruise with commentary viewing the city’s famous landmarks including the Tyne Gorge and all seven bridges. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. THURSDAY: We depart Northumbria and travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. OCEAN BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, BOURNEMOUTH *** Located directly on the seafront, atop the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth GEORGE HOTEL, CHOLLERFORD*** this contemporary hotel offers some of the best views in town. The Ocean Beach Set on the banks of the North Tyne, in an unrivalled setting overlooking Chester’s Hotel & Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy Roman Bridge and Hadrian’s Wall beyond, this friendly hotel is surrounded by beaches and close to the town centre, gardens and vibrant café society of beautiful gardens and spectacular walking routes. Make use of the hotel’s leisure Bournemouth. The 64 en-suite bedrooms feature a telephone, television, club with a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and gym. All 47 en-suite hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Spa is one of the best in rooms are equipped with a telephone, iron, hairdryer, television and tea/coffee Bournemouth and all Ocean Beach guests have access to sister hotels amenities making facilities. There is no lift. such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, tea/coffee and welcome tea and biscuits, Farne Island boat trip, entrance to Alnwick Castle porterage on arrival, entertainment during your stay and excursion and Gardens, River Tyne boat trip and excursion programme. programme.

26 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 27 3 Days 3 Days 6 Days £175 £240 £415 photo by Kelly Ishmael Friday 13 to Sunday 15 May 2022 Friday 13 to Sunday 15 May 2022 MYSTERY WEEKEND WONDERFUL WEEKEND Single supplement £30 • Holiday insurance £19 WITH WINE AND WINDSOR Our mystery weekends are always in demand, but will you be by the sea or a Single supplement £46 • Holiday insurance £19 town inland? We vary the destination of each mystery tour, but we hope it is a weekend you will truly adore. Raise your glasses with us and join this tour of tasting. You will firstly enjoy a scenic tour around Denbies vineyard by train with a glass of bubbly in hand. You will be FRIDAY: Departure from your taken to some of the most beautiful viewing points in the vineyard, whilst also local area and travel by the scenic taking in a recorded commentary which enhances your trip making it an informative and pleasurable experience. Windsor is a historic market town and unparished way to reach our destination. area in the Royal Borough of Windsor. It is widely known as the site of Windsor SATURDAY: A full day Castle, one of the official residences of the Royal Family. Join fellow wine sightseeing excursion. enthusiasts as you sample some delicious hand-picked wines from all over the world whilst learning the history from where it originates. Whether you’re a wine SUNDAY: A departure after connoisseur or just a wine lover, a wine-tasting party is fun for everyone from breakfast and return home for late novices to sophisticated wine drinkers. afternoon/early evening. Depart our home towns and travel to Dorking and Denbies Wine Please Note: Admissions and FRIDAY: Estate. A train awaits our arrival to make a scenic and informative tour around fares are not included in the price the Vineyard whilst sipping on a glass of award-winning Sparkling Cuvee. unless stated below. Cameras recommended! Continue to Leatherhead and the Federation hotel for For Mystery breaks, we are unable to provide guidance regarding the our two night stay. suitability for individual needs and we offer no recompense if a location, places of interest or excursions are not to your expectations. SATURDAY: Today we have the morning in Windsor. There is lots to see, from the Royal Windsor Castle, the Windsor Great Park and not forgetting the superb HOTEL shopping in the historic market town. We enjoy a two hour afternoon cruise, Your hotel is a minimum of three star, all rooms being en-suite with television and starting from Runnymede Boathouse and cruising through the “back garden” of the usual facilities. Windsor Castle with views of the Castle, Royal Farm and Queen Adelaide’s Cottage. We disembark back at Runnymede and return to Leatherhead. This INCLUDED IN THE PRICE evening, we will enjoy a private dining experience with a menu specially created Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion by the Chef. A wine professional will pair a delicious wine with each course and programme. will explain its history and the reasons he has chosen that particular wine. At the U end of the meal, you will be able to sample more wines and chat to the expert and S N if liked, purchase your own bottle of your choice at a special price! R O E W I

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28 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 6 Days 5 Days £415 £395 photo by Kelly Ishmael Sunday 15 to Friday 20 May 2022 Sunday 15 to Thursday 19 May 2022 SCOTLAND’S CITY SIGHTS & ROYAL WELSH HIGHLANDS, ANGLESEY DELIGHTS EDINBURGH & THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA AND PUFFIN ISLAND Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £27 Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24

Based in the city of Stirling, this tour balances a visit to Edinburgh with all its history and This tour to North Wales encompasses the highlights of the area, from the culture together with exploring places and areas the Royals, throughout many peaks of Snowdonia to the beautiful coastline dotted with bays, sandy generations, have come to love about Scotland. We have packed in visits to Glamis beaches and cliffs. We have included several interesting days out and along Castle, St Andrews, Forth Bridge rail journey, Royal Yacht Britannia and Drummond with the facilities at the hotel this is sure to be an enjoyable and relaxing break Castle Gardens, there is so much to see and learn. in North Wales.

SUNDAY: Following a morning departure, travel to the north of England to our SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we shall travel north and cross overnight hotel. the border into Wales before arriving at the Marine Hotel in Llandudno for our MONDAY: We continue our journey north, crossing the Scottish Border and four night stay. stopping at the Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift connecting the Forth and Clyde EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Canal with the Union Canal. Onto Stirling and the King Robert Hotel where we will • Today we travel the short distance to the nearby, enormous 19th century stay for the next four nights. fantasy – Penrhyn Castle and gardens. A Neo-Norman castle crammed with TUESDAY: This morning we will travel to Glamis Castle, the childhood home fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate of the Queen Mother, birthplace of Princess Margaret and legendary setting of carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture, an outstanding collection of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Steeped in history, Glamis Castle has evolved over the paintings and a fascinating industrial railway museum. The 60 acres of grounds years to create a stunning architectural treasure that is full of vitality to this day. As include exotic trees, plants and a Victorian walled garden. you enter, the evolution of the castle and its legendary tales and secrets are • Drive through the Welsh Highlands to join the 4.7 mile rail journey at Llanberis to brought to life. The day continues along Dundee’s waterfront and over the Tay Snowdon’s summit. It is the highest peak in Wales, a place of legend and at 3560 ft Bridge to the ancient university town of St Andrews, where Prince William met it dominates the landscape and, if the weather is nice to us it offers stunning views. Kate. This attractive town is full of surprises and is of course the home of golf. Our At the summit there is a state of the art visitor centre with restaurant, and a path day will conclude with a coastal drive visiting Crail, St Monans and Anstruther. leading to Snowdon’s highest point. Following our descent we visit the National WEDNESDAY: Travel to North Queensferry where we will board the train Slate Museum – travel back to Victorian times, see the workshops, split a slate and and travel over the UNESCO world famous Forth Rail Bridge. Disembark in hear the stories giving a real insight into hardships of quarry life. Edinburgh and enjoy this top city destination before re joining our coach. Onto • We start our day with a visit to Caernarfon, dominated by its castle. Continue over Leith to step aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, Her Majesty the Queen’s former the Menai Straits and on to the Isle of Anglesey. Photo stop at the impressive floating palace for over 40 years. Berthed in Edinburgh, follow in the footsteps of Beaumaris Castle, the last and largest Castle to be built by King Edward I. Building U S N Royalty to discover the heart and soul of this most special of Royal residences. commenced in 1295 but was never finished. Nearby, we join the cruise to Puffin R O E W I THURSDAY: The morning is yours to roam Stirling or to enjoy our hotel. Our Island – home to many species of birds and wildlife. The ½ hour cruise takes you right

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???N you can browse the shop of Caithness Glass, Dartington Crystal and John Beswick THURSDAY: We leave the North Wales Coast and travel South to arrive Ceramics. The remainder of the day will be spent at Drummond Castle Gardens, home late afternoon/early evening. one of Europe and Scotland’s most important and impressive formal gardens, Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated dating back to the 17th Century. See the ancient Yew hedges which still remain and below. the Beech Tree planted by Queen Victoria in 1842. We cannot guarantee any sightings of animals and wildlife but it is highly FRIDAY: After an early breakfast, we depart Stirling and head south to arrive likely. We cannot be held responsible if the mountain railway does not home during the evening. reach the summit due to adverse conditions. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. MARINE HOTEL, LLANDUDNO*** The classic Victorian Marine Hotel is on a stunning sea-front location in the traditional KING ROBERT HOTEL, STIRLING*** resort of Llandudno. With just over a 10 minute stroll to the Pier or a 2 minute walk to This family run hotel is situated on the site of the Battle of Bannockburn on the outskirts the town’s main shopping street, there is plenty for you to see. Sit back and enjoy the of historic Stirling and is conveniently located for accessing Stirling’s historic sites. All views of the Irish Sea from the window or take a dip in the indoor swimming pool. All 52 en-suite bedrooms are equipped with a television, telephone, WiFi, hairdryer and 114 en-suite bedrooms include a television, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift but there are plenty of ground floor rooms. making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, welcome tea/coffee in INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Stirling, 2 nights entertainment, single train journey to Edinburgh, entrances to Glamis Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Penrhyn Castle and castle and gardens, Drummond castle gardens, Royal Yacht Britannia and excursion Gardens, return train journey to Mount Snowdon, entrance to the National Slate Museum, programme. cruise to Puffin Island and excursion programme.

28 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 29 5 Days 7 Days £330 £595 © Visit I.O.W © visit I.O.M Monday 16 to Friday 20 May 2022 Friday 20 to Thursday 26 May 2022 8 Days ISLE OF WIGHT ISLE OF MAN – BRITAIN’ TREASURE ISLAND VISITING OSBOURNE HOUSE Single supplement £95 • Holiday insurance £27 £725 No single supplement on allocated singles Sea view supplement £20 per person • Premier sea view One of the world’s most beautiful islands lying in the middle of the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man is a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. You will find natural supplement £40 per person • Holiday insurance £24 beauty, breath-taking scenery, unspoilt beaches and a pace of life that is unique. Monday 23 to Monday 30 May 2022 The Isle of Man is steeped in it’s heritage, with a mix of Celtic crosses, crafting The Isle of Wight is an English ceremonial county surrounded by water. The largest and communities, Viking burial sites, medieval castles as well as the world’s largest second-most populous island in England is so easy to reach and is minutes away from working water wheel, the Laxey wheel, known as The Lady Isabella. With a SCOTLAND’S FAMOUS ROUTE 500, NORTHWEST PASSAGE AND ORKNEYS the mainland – yet the Isle of Wight is a world apart. The island lies just off England’s working Victorian transport system of narrow gauge steam trains, electric trams Single supplement £140 • Holiday insurance £29 South Coast and is one of the UK’s sunniest and warmest places to visit. No passport is and horse drawn trams, the Isle of Man is a step back in time for you to enjoy. needed for the short sea crossing – and once you’ve landed on the Island, everything is A most extraordinary holiday visiting Scotland’s North West coastline and islands. This trip of a lifetime skirts the very top of the United Kingdom on the within easy reach. The ideal location for a relaxing break and boasting a wealth of FRIDAY: We depart the Westcountry and drive to our overnight hotel in famous Route 500 as it snakes along the coast passing fairy-tale castles, deserted beaches and ancient ruins. A region so sparsely populated the lifestyle attractions and stunning coastal scenery. the Lancashire area. and culture has little changed in generations. The highlight of the week is a marvellous guided tour of the Orkney Isles.

MONDAY: Board your coach and travel to Lymington for our ferry crossing SATURDAY: We board the ferry from Heysham to Douglas, we then DUNOLLIE HOTEL, BROADFORD, SKYE*** The Dunollie Hotel is set by the serene waterside of Broadford Bay, at the foot of the mountains that lead to the famous Cuillin Hills. With 84 en suite bedrooms, a bar and to Yarmouth. We continue to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel. continue the short distance to the Rutland hotel. a restaurant, it is perfectly placed to explore an area rich in history. Many of the bedrooms offer spectacular views across Broadford Bay and the islands of Pabay and EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Scalpay, they are equipped with a television, WiFi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • First, we visit Tynwald Hill, home of the World’s most continuous • A visit to Osborne House. “It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot” – such parliament. Then onto Peel, where you can see the only Cathedral on the ROYAL HOTEL, ULLAPOOL*** were the words of Queen Victoria after her first visit to this royal seaside palace Island, also an historic fishing port popular for its fine sands and delicious Located on the edge of the village with breath-taking views across Loch Broom and the surrounding Highlands. All 55 bedrooms are en-suite with a television, WiFi and where Queen Victoria lived with her beloved Prince Albert and their nine Manx Kippers. We complete our day with a visit to Ramsey which takes tea/coffee making facilities. No lift but ground floor rooms available. children. position as the second largest town on the Isle of Man. PENTLAND HOTEL, THURSO*** • An island tour today with stops throughout the day taking in Ventnor, Alum • A visit to the Laxey Wheel and Snaefell for an optional train ride on the Centrally located in the heart of Thurso, this hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the River Thurso. All 42 en-suite bedrooms include tea/coffee making facilities, television, WiFi, hairdryer and telephone. There is no lift and no ground floor rooms available. Bay, Yarmouth and Freshwater – Camera’s at the ready! Mountain Railway, the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles, which • A morning tour driving to Bembridge for a morning coffee stop before we takes you on a breath-taking five mile journey from Laxey to the summit of have a visit to Rosemary Vineyard. Return to our hotel early afternoon to enjoy Snaefell (please note we have based this visit on 2021 opening hours and may MONDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to our overnight least populated area in the UK, passing sea lochs and villages before reaching your host resort of Shanklin. be subject to change). hotel in the Glasgow area. Thurso and the Pentland Hotel for our two night stay. • First a visit to Castletown the old capital of the island. Onto Calf of Man, a TUESDAY: Travel through the changing Scottish scenery, we travel along the FRIDAY: We travel past Scotland’s most northern mainland castle, Castle of FRIDAY: We depart the Ocean View Hotel and travel to Yarmouth for the small island at the south western extremity of the Isle of Man from which it is shoreline of Loch Lomond ‘The Queen of Lochs’ to then drive through Glencoe Mey, which was owned and frequently visited by the late Queen Mother, we see return crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home separated by narrow straits of water known as Calf Sound. We continue over the mountain passes to Fort William. You will lose count of the number of the Orkney’s rise from the North Sea. At John O’Groats we board the ferry as foot for late afternoon/early evening. onto Port Erin well known as an old smuggling site and a pretty Victorian lochs we travel past before arriving onto Skye and the Dunollie Hotel for an passengers for the 40 minute ferry crossing over the Pentland Firth to begin a seaside town. Please note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless overnight stay. magical guided tour of the Orkney Island. A private coach with driver/guide stated below. awaits to take you across the Churchill Barriers, visiting Skara Brae, Ring of THURSDAY: We board the ferry from Douglas to Heysham and then WEDNESDAY: A morning touring Skye, first to the colourful capital of Brodgar, Standing Stones, Italian Chapel and much more. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if problems occur continue south and travel back home for arrival during the early evening. Portree, we then travel northwards into the vast region of Wester Ross. Along the We return on the ferry back to John O’Groats. which causes delays to any ferry crossings. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless shores of Loch Maree, regarded as some of Scotland’s bonniest lochs. Time free stated below. to take in the Highland air in Gairloch with its pretty harbour. From here our drive SATURDAY: Today we leave Thurso and travel along the coastal road Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather will snake it’s way along the coastline, dotted with islands, inlets, beaches and between Wick and Inverness, we shall pass many interesting places, historic conditions/technical issues cause problems to the outward or return cliffs before descending into the picture perfect harbour town of Ullapool. We Helmsdale, white sands at Brora and fairytale Dunrobin Castle. Time free in the ferry journey. shall stay at the Royal Hotel for an overnight stay. Highland capital, Inverness before continuing through the Spey Valley then over Drumochter Pass and into Perthshire for our overnight stay. THURSDAY: Today’s tour makes up a large part of the North Coast 500 RUTLAND HOTEL, DOUGLAS*** and will leave a lasting memory too. Mile upon mile of crumbling cliffs, sheer SUNDAY: Travel south through Scotland and crossing into England for our Located on the desirable Queen’s promenade, overlooking the spectacular Douglas rocky headlands, picturesque lochs, sheltered bays and deserted perfect white overnight stay. Bay, your hotel offers comfort, style and a welcoming atmosphere that will help you OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN*** beaches to rival those abroad. It is here you will see Scotland in an entirely An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally unwind. All bedrooms are accessible via the lift (not suitable for wheelchairs) and different way, it’s not all about tartan and bagpipes! Arrive into Durness, the MONDAY: Travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. situated for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. are en-suite with telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, satellite television, WiFi most north westerly village on mainland Britain. Lunch included at the Smoo The hotel has a bar lounge and full-sized snooker table. All bedrooms are en-suite and hairdryer. Seaview rooms are available on request but will incur a supplement. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Cave Hotel. Continue to travel east along the northern coastline, entering the and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, telephone, television There are nine steps to access the hotel entrance, there are no ground floor rooms. stated below. and radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, porterage and entertainment during your stay on the Isle of Man and excursion INCLUDED IN THE PRICE entertainment and excursion programme. programme. Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Orkney Isle ferry and guided tour, lunch at Smoo Cave Hotel and excursion programme.

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Monday 23 to Monday 30 May 2022 SCOTLAND’S FAMOUS ROUTE 500, NORTHWEST PASSAGE AND ORKNEYS Single supplement £140 • Holiday insurance £29

A most extraordinary holiday visiting Scotland’s North West coastline and islands. This trip of a lifetime skirts the very top of the United Kingdom on the famous Route 500 as it snakes along the coast passing fairy-tale castles, deserted beaches and ancient ruins. A region so sparsely populated the lifestyle and culture has little changed in generations. The highlight of the week is a marvellous guided tour of the Orkney Isles. DUNOLLIE HOTEL, BROADFORD, SKYE*** The Dunollie Hotel is set by the serene waterside of Broadford Bay, at the foot of the mountains that lead to the famous Cuillin Hills. With 84 en suite bedrooms, a bar and a restaurant, it is perfectly placed to explore an area rich in history. Many of the bedrooms offer spectacular views across Broadford Bay and the islands of Pabay and Scalpay, they are equipped with a television, WiFi, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift. ROYAL HOTEL, ULLAPOOL*** Located on the edge of the village with breath-taking views across Loch Broom and the surrounding Highlands. All 55 bedrooms are en-suite with a television, WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift but ground floor rooms available. PENTLAND HOTEL, THURSO*** Centrally located in the heart of Thurso, this hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the River Thurso. All 42 en-suite bedrooms include tea/coffee making facilities, television, WiFi, hairdryer and telephone. There is no lift and no ground floor rooms available.

MONDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to our overnight least populated area in the UK, passing sea lochs and villages before reaching hotel in the Glasgow area. Thurso and the Pentland Hotel for our two night stay. TUESDAY: Travel through the changing Scottish scenery, we travel along the FRIDAY: We travel past Scotland’s most northern mainland castle, Castle of shoreline of Loch Lomond ‘The Queen of Lochs’ to then drive through Glencoe Mey, which was owned and frequently visited by the late Queen Mother, we see over the mountain passes to Fort William. You will lose count of the number of the Orkney’s rise from the North Sea. At John O’Groats we board the ferry as foot lochs we travel past before arriving onto Skye and the Dunollie Hotel for an passengers for the 40 minute ferry crossing over the Pentland Firth to begin a overnight stay. magical guided tour of the Orkney Island. A private coach with driver/guide awaits to take you across the Churchill Barriers, visiting Skara Brae, Ring of WEDNESDAY: A morning touring Skye, first to the colourful capital of Brodgar, Standing Stones, Italian Chapel and much more. Portree, we then travel northwards into the vast region of Wester Ross. Along the We return on the ferry back to John O’Groats. shores of Loch Maree, regarded as some of Scotland’s bonniest lochs. Time free to take in the Highland air in Gairloch with its pretty harbour. From here our drive SATURDAY: Today we leave Thurso and travel along the coastal road will snake it’s way along the coastline, dotted with islands, inlets, beaches and between Wick and Inverness, we shall pass many interesting places, historic cliffs before descending into the picture perfect harbour town of Ullapool. We Helmsdale, white sands at Brora and fairytale Dunrobin Castle. Time free in the shall stay at the Royal Hotel for an overnight stay. Highland capital, Inverness before continuing through the Spey Valley then over Drumochter Pass and into Perthshire for our overnight stay. THURSDAY: Today’s tour makes up a large part of the North Coast 500 and will leave a lasting memory too. Mile upon mile of crumbling cliffs, sheer SUNDAY: Travel south through Scotland and crossing into England for our rocky headlands, picturesque lochs, sheltered bays and deserted perfect white overnight stay. beaches to rival those abroad. It is here you will see Scotland in an entirely different way, it’s not all about tartan and bagpipes! Arrive into Durness, the MONDAY: Travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. most north westerly village on mainland Britain. Lunch included at the Smoo Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Cave Hotel. Continue to travel east along the northern coastline, entering the stated below.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Orkney Isle ferry and guided tour, lunch at Smoo Cave Hotel and excursion programme.

30 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 31 5 Days 2 Days 2 Days £370 £215 £200 © RHS Gerogi Mabee Monday 23 to Friday 27 May 2022 Friday 27 to Saturday 28 May 2022 HARROGATE AND YORKSHIRE DALES CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW WITH VISITING RHS HARLOW CARR Single supplement £64 • Holiday insurance £24 HAMPTON COURT PALACE AND GARDENS Harrogate is an English spa town that exudes a genteel calm and elegance. The Single supplement £20 • Holiday insurance £18 town is adorned by fine Victorian and Edwardian architecture including an ornate Royal Pump room. It boasts a number of sophisticated cafés and restaurants, as well as a tasteful range of shops. Harrogate’s refined air is Through the summer months there are a host of flower shows to enjoy but the enhanced by beautiful floral displays found amongst its botanical gardens and Chelsea Flower Show is truly the world’s most renowned flower show. For just spacious parks. RHS Harlow Carr sits in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and one week in May the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea come alive with offers a variety of growing landscapes, from running and still water, to woodland the sights and smells of the finest collections of flowers in the world, with and wildflower meadows. gardens created by some of the UK’s leading garden designers. On this tour we also visit Hampton Court Palace and Gardens, experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and children in the world of the Tudor court. We depart the South West and travel north to arrive in MONDAY: Admire Henry’s Great Hall, the infamous Haunted Gallery and the Tudor Harrogate and the Cairn Hotel for our four night stay. kitchens. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary EXCURSION PROGRAMME: II and explore the magnificent gardens. Hampton Court Palace’s world-famous • Our day will start in Thirsk, famous for the World of James Herriot and the gardens include 60 acres of spectacular formal gardens and 750 acres of famous vet’s surgery. Onto Ripon with its magnificent Cathedral before parkland, all set within a loop of the River Thames. The gardens are home to the returning via Pateley Bridge to Harrogate. world’s oldest puzzle maze, a record-breaking grape vine, three National Plant Collections, over one million flowering bulbs in the Wilderness and a huge • A day to RHS Harlow Carr. Highlights here include the lavish Main Borders variety of wildlife, including the descendants of Henry VIII’s deer herd. bursting with generous prairie-style planting, and the lush, moisture-loving plants around the streamside. Wonder through the tranquil surroundings of this stunning 58-acre garden and gain ideas for your own borders, or simply FRIDAY: After our morning departure we travel to Hampton Court Palace to arrive around lunchtime. Spend the afternoon exploring the house and relax with a leisurely stroll. gardens. Continue to the Federation Hotel, Leatherhead in time for our • Today we travel first to Skipton. Possessing with immense history, a rich evening meal. culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market, an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely SATURDAY: Depart after proud and passionate Yorkshire people. Onto the Bronte town of Haworth, if breakfast and travel to the you are fans of the Brontë sisters and want to learn more, then a visit to the Royal Hospital in Chelsea for the flower show. The day is Brontë Parsonage Museum is a must. If the timings permit, why not take a trip yours to wonder through the on the railway to Keighley. presentation gardens, tents and marquees which will fill you FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south back home for arrival late with inspiration and advice for afternoon/early evening. you to take home and turn your garden into your own personal Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless sanctuary. The coach will depart stated below. at 1600 for our journey home. We do not include entrances to RHS Gardens as many clients hold an RHS membership card. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below.

CAIRN HOTEL, HARROGATE *** The Cairn Hotel was built during Harrogate’s period as a Spa Town when people FEDERATION HOUSE HOTEL, LEATHERHEAD *** came from far and wide to take in the waters. Carefully modernised, grand original Federation House Hotel is the plush £26 million HQ for the Police Federation of England features still welcome you to this charming Victorian hotel. The Cairn Hotel is located and Wales located just a 5 minute walk from the town of Leatherhead, in the beautiful only a short five minute walk from the town and stands in four acres of grounds. The county of Surrey. It is a state-of the art complex, complete with restaurant, bar and bedrooms are all en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, air-conditioned gym. It offers excellent food and has friendly staff. There are 55 en-suite television and telephone. There is a lift. bedrooms, all non-smoking with a television, climate control, mini fridge, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage and Executive coach travel, 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to the Chelsea Flower excursion programme. Show, entrance to Hampton Court Palace and Gardens and excursion programme.

32 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 2 Days 7 Days £200 £645 © RHS Gerogi Mabee © RHS Gerogi Mabee Friday 27 to Saturday 28 May 2022 Sunday 29 May to Saturday 4 June 2022 CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW WESTPORT & THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY AND RHS WISLEY Single supplement £128 • Holiday insurance £27 Single supplement £20 • Holiday insurance £18 Acknowledged as one of the best places to live in Ireland, Westport is a fabulous town with picturesque views. Our hotel is full of Irish charm and offers a warm Irish welcome. Through the summer months there are a host of flower shows to enjoy but the From here we explore the stunning scenery with its wild and remote beauty and Chelsea Flower Show is truly the world’s renowned flower show. For just one breath-taking seascapes. Our itinerary takes us to the stunning Kylemore Abbey, Glen week in May the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea come alive with the Keen Farm and a day trip to the beautiful Achill Island. sights and smells of the finest collections of flowers in the world, with gardens SUNDAY: After our fairly early morning departure, travel into Wales and to created by some of the UK’s leading garden designers. It brings together show Pembroke for the afternoon ferry crossing to Rosslare. Continue to the Maldron gardens from top designers, blooms from specialist nurseries and everything Hotel in Wexford for our overnight stay. that is novel in the gardening world, from the newest in rose varieties to the MONDAY: Our journey today will take us along the outskirts of the Wicklow latest in technology. RHS Wisley is the flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural mountains to Powerscourt Gardens for our morning coffee stop. We then cross Society it captures the imagination with richly planted borders, luscious rose through the middle of Ireland to the Castlecourt Hotel in Westport for our four gardens and the state-of-the-art Glasshouse. Wisley was gifted to the RHS night stay. Society in 1903 and has evolved over time to be a world-class garden. TUESDAY: Travel to Westport House where we shall be joined by a guide who will tell us the story that matches the beauty of this historic house. Set FRIDAY: After our morning departure we travel to RHS Wisley which is amongst lush gardens, rich mature woodlands and broad promenades, the undoubtedly one of the greatest gardens of the world. Continue to The 300 year house is one of the jewels in the crown of Ireland’s historical family Federation Hotel, Leatherhead in time for our evening meal. homes. Continue to Castlebar where we will stop for a visit to the National Museum of Ireland to discover the history of Irish Country life. SATURDAY: Depart after breakfast and travel to the Royal Hospital in WEDNESDAY: We spend this morning at the stunning Kylemore Abbey, Chelsea for the flower show. The day is yours to wonder through the the home of Benedictine nuns since 1920, and one of Ireland’s best loved attractions, set amongst the splendour of the Connemara Landscape. The nuns presentation gardens, tents and have restored the abbey, gothic church and beautiful six acre Victorian walled marquees which will fill you with garden, which is divided in two by a mountain stream. There is also a visitor inspiration and advice for you to experience that tells the story of the abbey through the generations. We have take home and turn your garden free time to explore and enjoy lunch before we make our way to Glen Keen into your own personal sanctuary. Farm, one of Ireland’s largest sheep farms, with a rich history of tradition and The coach will depart at 1600 for heritage that spans six generations. On our visit, we enjoy a guided walk that our journey home. takes in a live sheep herding demonstration. THURSDAY: Take in the beautiful scenery as we travel to Irelands largest Please Note: Admissions and island visiting the beautiful villages that the picturesque Achill Island has to fares are not included in the price offer. With rugged mountains and peat bogs combined with clean beaches and unless stated below. clear waters, the famous Wild Atlantic Way takes us on a journey of scenic We do not include admission to splendour. We spend time in Keel before travelling back to the mainland via the RHS Gardens as some clients Michael Davitt Swing Bridge. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to enjoy your host resort of Westport. hold an RHS Membership Card. FRIDAY: A scenic day as we say farewell to Westport and travel south by way of Galway and Athlone for our lunch stop. We continue through Tullamore to Carlow then on through to Waterford and the Dooley’s Hotel for our overnight stay. SATURDAY: We depart Dooley’s Hotel and travel to Rosslare for our morning sailing into Pembroke. Continue our journey through Wales and into England to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. FEDERATION HOUSE HOTEL, LEATHERHEAD *** CASTLECOURT HOTEL, WESTPORT**** Federation House Hotel is the plush £26 million HQ for the Police Federation of England A stunning family owned hotel in the heart of Westport town, there is an elegant restaurant, and Wales located just a 5 minute walk from the town of Leatherhead, in the beautiful bistro and a classic pub with live music and dancing every night along with a range of activities county of Surrey. It is a state-of the art complex, complete with restaurant, bar,WiFi and including bingo and quizzes. There is a fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and a air-conditioned gym. It offers excellent food and has friendly staff. There are 55 en-suite sauna. All spacious bedrooms are en-suite with a television, WiFi, hairdryer, trouser press and bedrooms, all non-smoking with television, climate control, hairdryers and tea/coffee ironing facilities, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. There are no ground floor rooms but making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. there is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to the Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrances to Westport House Chelsea Flower Show and excursion programme. and Kylemore Abbey, Glen Keen Farm guided walk and excursion programme.

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Sunday 29 May to Saturday 4 June 2022 Monday 30 May to Friday 3 June 2022 SCARBOROUGH CREAM OF COTSWOLDS AND SANDY BAYS, HILLS AND DALES SUDELEY CASTLE AND GARDENS Single supplement £66 • Holiday insurance £27 Single supplement £100 • Holiday insurance £24

Discover why Britain’s first holiday resort is still as popular now as it always was in In an area of outstanding natural beauty, the Cotswolds is an area in England, famous it’s Victorian hey-day. Walk along the elegant Esplanade and through the fine for its pretty golden coloured Cotswold stone “honeysuckled” villages and cottages gardens to the magnificent Scarborough Spa, home to a varied programme of along with its famous surrounding rolling green hills. The Cotswolds cover 787 square entertainment. Explore Scarborough’s medieval castle high on the rocky headland miles across several counties and is the second largest protected landscape in England. and look down onto the safe sandy beaches, traditional fishing harbour and the Experience the glorious beauty and rich history of England including Shakespeare’s lively amusements and visitor attractions. After visiting the bustling seafront why birth place, Stratford-Upon-Avon. not take one of the cliffs’ lifts to the town centre and enjoy a variety of shops, restaurants and bars. After dark take in a show at one of the five theatres or just MONDAY: Following our morning departure we travel by way of Tetbury simply sit back and relax in the hotel. and Cirencester to our hotel in Gloucester. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: SUNDAY: Today we travel to the North Yorkshire Coast of Scarborough for • Today is spent roaming many different areas of the Cotswolds-passing rolling our six night stay at the Cumberland Hotel. hills and grasslands harbouring thatched medieval “honey-suckled” villages and stately homes. Stop off in Moreton-in-Marsh, where there is a large open EXCURSION PROGRAMME: farmers market. We also visit attractive villages such as Bourton-on-the-Water, • Today we visit Heartbeat country. We travel over the north Yorkshire Moors the Venice of the Cotswolds, Stow-on-the-Wold, where the last skirmish of the to the Maritime town of Whitby which is a fishing port and a seafarer’s haven, English Civil War took place in 1646, Broadway and the lush meadows and unspoilt and bursting with character and is quite unique. We then drive to orchards of The Vale of Evesham. Goathland also known as ‘Aidensfield’ for the fans of the hit television series • Our day will start in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace, with its ‘Heartbeat’ here you can visit many screen locations like the Nurse’s Flat, many sights, shops, boutiques and eateries. Take a stroll and admire the 15th Aidensfield Stores and Post Office or perhaps have a pint in the ‘Aidensfield century timbered buildings, Holy Trinity Church, Shakespeare’s school and Arms’ (known locally as The Goathland Hotel), or perhaps you would like to birthplace, Royal Shakespeare Theatres, Guild Chapel, town houses and so take a trip on the North Yorkshire Moors railway line. much more. On departing Stratford we shall stop at Shakespeare’s wife’s Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. • An excursion first to Filey a town that is unspoilt and full of surprises. Miles of • Board the Gloucester and Warwickshire Steam Railway for a 40 minute trip open sandy beaches lay hidden away between the safe arc of Filey Bay and the from Cheltenham through serene Cotswold countryside to Toddington, where rugged splendour of Filey Brigg. Enjoy what was once a popular retreat for you re-join the coach to nearby Sudeley Castle and Gardens. With Royal many distinguished visitors including Charlotte Bronte, who stayed at Cliff connections stretching back over 1000 years, there are many fascinating House. We then travel to Bridlington, another lively seaside and fishing port. treasures to see, including the award winning 1,200 acre estate and gardens. • A circular scenic day taking in Hutton le Hole where we visit the fascinating Sudeley is the only private castle to have a queen buried within its grounds- Open Air Folk Museum. Then through Ryedale, over the beautiful Blakely Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six wives lies entombed in the beautiful Ridge and passing lovely valleys to the pretty town of Helmsley. We will take in 15th century church. We return via the medieval river town of Tewkesbury. picture perfect Thornton le Dale before returning to our hotel. FRIDAY: We say farewell to the Bowden Hall Hotel and have a morning at Gloucester Docks, the former dock estate has become a popular destination We depart our hotel and return south arriving home late SATURDAY: where visitors can enjoy interesting views and a range of modern facilities afternoon/early evening. while wandering around a remarkably complete example of a Victorian port. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Views include many fine late Victorian era warehouses, a working dry dock and stated below. a Mariners Chapel. Depart after lunch and make our way back home to arrive late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated CUMBERLAND HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH*** below. On all train excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, A very well situated hotel on the South Cliff and just a few minutes’ walk from the steam trains maybe replaced by a diesel locomotive. Spa complex, beach and town centre with excellent views of the town from the north facing rooms. There is a bar lounge with dance floor where entertainment is BOWDEN HALL HOTEL, GLOUCESTER**** provided most evenings, a restaurant and a quiet lounge. The hotel has 86 Located on the outskirts of picturesque Gloucester and set among 12 acres of Cotswolds greenery, the Georgian Bowden Hall Hotel is the ideal country retreat. Locally inspired bedrooms, all are en-suite with central heating, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee artworks, bespoke crystal chandeliers, and soft pastel shades create a leisurely atmosphere making facilities. The hotel is non-smoking throughout and has free Wi-Fi in the with a touch of English elegance. All 72 en-suite bedrooms include tea/coffee making facilities, public areas. There is a lift (with a few stairs to access some rooms). television and WiFi. There is no lift, but a stairlift which accesses the bedrooms on the first floor.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, welcome tea/coffee and Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entertainment and biscuits on arrival, entrance into Sudeley Castle and gardens, single steam train journey excursion programme and excursion programme.

34 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 10 Days £370 £875

Monday 30 May to Friday 3 June 2022 Friday 3 to Sunday 12 June 2022 NORTH WALES AND CHARMING SUNNY SPAIN AND SANTA SUSANNA CHESHIRE, WATER AND TRAMWAY COSTA BRAVA’S WILD COAST INC. ARLEY HALL AND GARDENS AND ANDERTON BOAT LIFT AND BARCELONA No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £235 • Holiday insurance £45 Discover the beauty and wonder of North Wales and Cheshire. A full day to explore the cathedral city of Chester including a relaxing river cruise. We experience market day in Mold with over 70 Situated between the Costa Brava and Barcelona, is the lovely resort of Santa Susanna on the stalls selling fresh produce, crockery, clothes and plants, haggle for that bargain! We then take a Mediterranean coast. A wonderful combination of touring and relaxation is on offer with this drive to Llandudno, stroll this seaside town with its promenade and pier or take the funicular new tour. The beaches of Santa Susanna are especially delightful, thanks to their golden sands, tramway up Great Orme and soak up the sights. Be amazed at Arley Hall and Gardens, which are crystal waters and beautiful inlets all along the coast. The Barcelona coast awaits with its some of the finest in Britain. Home to Lord and Lady Ashbrook this impressive stately building has architectural jewels, exquisite wines, cultural riches and great experiences amongst unique detailed wood panelling, elaborate ceilings, a grand staircase and even an Emperor’s Bedroom. landscapes. The historic Costa Brava is in an area with unbeatable natural beauty and where we Following this we round off the day with a visit to Anderton Boat Lift, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of will explore the delightful countryside that the Mediterranean has to offer with its small fishing the Waterways’ villages with their white houses and crystalline waters.

MONDAY: After your local departure we travel to North Wales and the Beaufort FRIDAY: Following an early morning start, we travel to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel Park Hotel in time for dinner where we shall stay for the next four nights. On arrival crossing to Calais. Continue our journey south to arrive in Dijon and our overnight hotel. enjoy a welcome cup of tea or coffee with a traditional Bara Brith. SATURDAY: Depart our hotel and travel through the wine-growing regions into TUESDAY: We spend today at leisure in the historic city of Chester, which boasts Spain to arrive in the resort of Santa Susanna where we will be greeted with a the largest Amphitheatre in Britain. Chester is a walled cathedral city on the River welcome drink. Relax and unwind for your seven night stay. Dee, close to the border with Wales. As well as having so much history and heritage, EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Chester is a vibrant, dynamic city full of tourist attractions, shops, boutiques, cafes, • Today we head to Barcelona, this magnificent city offers various attractions and and restaurants. In the afternoon we enjoy a 30 minute return river cruise on the events with outstanding museums, art and architecture including the world famous River Dee, sailing upstream, under the suspension bridge to the city limits. Sagrada Familia and the Casa Batlló with its renowned skull and bones balconies, WEDNESDAY: Today is market day in nearby Mold, we make the short journey designed by the Spanish architect – Antoni Gaudi. There are many markets, bars and to the town to enjoy a quick stroll around its popular market street, one of the restaurants. Find time to enjoy a little tapas in the shade, and watch the world go by. biggest and best in North Wales, held since 1808! From here we enjoy a lovely drive • Today we explore cliffs, pine woods, coves and beaches which make up the coastal via Colwyn Bay to the resort of Llandudno, with its wonderful beaches and lovely profile of the county of La Selva. We drive along the coast and take a morning stop in wide promenade. Take a ride to the top of the Great Orme on the beautifully restored Lloret De Mar, home to award winning sandy beaches, as well as the striking Church tramway which climbs 1500m and visit the exhibition at the Halfway Station. of Sant Roma. Onto Tossa de Mar which is positioned in the most southerly sector of the Costa Brava, this place offers an incredible range of history, art and leisure on the THURSDAY: This morning we will visit Arley Hall and Gardens, it is one of the shores of the Mediterranean. most interesting and attractive stately homes in the North West. Within its eight • After breakfast we head to Girona, the so called “City of Four Rivers”. Inside the acres of formal garden, there are many different areas, each with its own distinctive walled enclosure of “La Forca Vella” you can find narrow medieval streets and character. The Gardener’s Kitchen offers food using local ingredients and welcomes historic buildings. We will also visit the lovely medieval town of Besalu, set on the you for refreshments, lunch or a light bite, and there is also a delightful shop to enjoy confluence of two rivers, a magnificent example of a medieval town and one of the browsing in. After lunch we travel a short distance for a ride on the magnificent best preserved in Spain. Anderton Boat Lift. Originally built in 1875, climb aboard the elegant Edwin Clark Boat and witness first hand how this fantastic structure lifts the boat from the River SATURDAY: We bid farewell to our beautiful resort and travel to Dijon for our Weaver to the Trent and Mersey Canal high above. overnight stay. FRIDAY: We depart the Beaufort Park Hotel after breakfast and travel back to the SUNDAY: We leave Dijon and head to Calais for our afternoon Eurotunnel West Country for late afternoon/early evening. crossing to Folkestone. Continue our journey to arrive home during the evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. below. FLORIDA PARK HOTEL, SANTA SUSANNA**** BEAUFORT PARK HOTEL, MOLD*** Situated just 50 metres from the sandy beach and ideally located for easy access to the resort of The Beaufort Park Hotel is just a short drive from the historic market town of Mold set in the Santa Susanna. The refurbished and modern, tastefully decorated rooms include an en-suite attractive North Wales countryside. It is independently run and offers a warm welcome, friendly bathroom with hairdryer. In addition, they are fitted with a direct dial telephone, satellite staff and a relaxed atmosphere. There is an informal restaurant offering a relaxed dining television, air conditioning, tea/coffee, mini fridge, Wi-Fi access and a safety deposit box. Each experience, a cosy bar and a comfortable lounge. All 106 bedrooms are en-suite, traditional in room has a balcony. The hotel’s restaurant serves a range of local and international cuisine in an style and equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift, open buffet style with regular theme nights including Mexican, seafood, Spanish and American but ground floor rooms are available. cuisine. There are outdoor swimming pools, terraces and a spa and gym. There are three lifts. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, welcome tea/coffee and a bara brith on arrival, 4 night’s dinner, bed Executive coach travel, 9 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, Eurotunnel crossings, In Spain: and breakfast, 2 nights entertainment, entrance to Arley Hall and Gardens, river cruise and porterage, welcome drink and farewell appetizer, glass of wine and water with each evening Anderton Boat Lift and excursion programme. meal, entertainment on most nights and excursion programme.

34 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 35 5 Days 5 Days 3 Days £375 £455 £195

Sunday 5 to Thursday 9 June 2022 Monday 6 to Friday 10 June 2022 DERBYSHIRE’S PEAK DISTRICT A ROMANTIC JOURNEY OF NORFOLK INC. CHATSWORTH HOUSE No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 Sweeping beaches and the tranquil Norfolk Broads offers a fine destination for Derbyshire and the Peak District is famous for many things: Britain’s first and visitors and its no wonder it’s a favourite home to the Queen and the Royal most popular National Park, the start of the Pennine Way and providing settings Family. Our itinerary takes in Sandringham House, scenic steam train journeys for TV’s Peak Practice, Sweet Medicine, The League of Gentlemen and Pride and and a cruise on the Norfolk Broads. All this with plenty of time to relax. Prejudice. ‘England’s Golden Triangle’ encompasses many of the finest, specially-protected landscapes and wildlife of the Peak District National Park. Admire some of the England’s finest scenery as the daily tours explore all the MONDAY: We depart the Westcountry and travel to the outskirts of main Peak District areas including entry into one of England’s finest stately Norwich and the Best Western Brook Hotel for our four night stay. homes. Step back in time on a nostalgic steam train journey across the rolling TUESDAY: Our day starts with a visit to Aylsham where we will board Peak District countryside. the Bure Valley Railway for a 45 minute steam journey through the picturesque Norfolk countryside to Wroxham. On arrival, we disembark and SUNDAY: Following our departure we travel to the middle of England and to take a short drive to Wroxham Bridge where we will board a cruise for a 90 the outskirts of Derby and the Mickleover Hotel for our four night stay. minute circular journey of the Norfolk Broads where we will enjoy full MONDAY: Today we start by travelling over the ‘Snake Pass’ traversing across commentary explaining the origins of the Broads, identifying points of the National Park to the Ladybower Reservoir. Further on is Derwent Reservoir interest whilst enjoying the abundance of local water birds as they come where the Dambusters trained in WW11, it has the ruins of a village hidden beneath into view. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring Wroxham before its waters. We enjoy free time in the 1655 plague town of Eyam. Our day will finish returning to our hotel. in the pretty village of Castleton, one of the most beautifully situated villages in the White Peak with the imposing ruins of Peveril Castle, dating back to 1086. WEDNESDAY: Today we travel to the market town of Wymondham to board the Mid Norfolk Railway for an 11 mile journey through the Norfolk TUESDAY: This morning we get to discover the southern end of the Peak countryside to Dereham. This afternoon, we make our way to Sandringham District as we enjoy a trip on a nostalgic steam train which takes us on a 25 minute House, the much loved country retreat of Her Majesty, The Queen. The journey between Rowsley and Matlock. Glide past villages and open countryside house, set in 24 hectares of stunning gardens, has knowledgeable guides in from the comfort of your carriage. Beside the River Derwent is the popular tourist every room and the museum houses collections of Royal vehicles, rare spot of Matlock Bath, located in a steep and beautiful gorge. Take the cable car up ceramics, photographs and memorabilia. After exploring the house, to the Heights of Abraham and take in the wonderful views, or explore the gardens, museum and visitor centre, we return back to our hotel. number of attractions, walks, shops and eateries. Back to our hotel, to enjoy the facilities for the remainder of the day. THURSDAY: This morning we have free time to enjoy the classic WEDNESDAY: A morning visit to Bakewell, famous for it’s tart. Visit the Norfolk seaside town of Great Yarmouth, known for its long sandy beach. original Bakewell Pudding Shop where the tart is still made today. Onto the Aside from the pleasure beach, you could visit the Time and Tide Museum or nearby “Palace of the Peaks”. Explore Chatsworth’s rich interior furniture and the Merrivale Model Village. We continue back to Norwich where there is unique treasures. Stroll round the 105 acres of landscaped gardens with lots to explore from the cathedral to the Museum of Norwich or take this sculptures, mazes and waterfalls. We finish our day in Buxton, home of Buxton opportunity to browse the shops. Water which is a thermal spa town nestled in the centre of the Peak District and FRIDAY: We say farewell to Norwich and make our way back along the the UK’s oldest National Park. coast to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. We depart from Derby and travel by way of the Cotswolds THURSDAY: Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless arriving home late afternoon/early evening. stated below. On some occasions steam trains are replaced with a diesel Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated locomotive. below. For operational reasons on the day of travel, steam trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. BEST WESTERN BROOK HOTEL, NORWICH*** MICKLEOVER HOTEL DERBY **** This modern three star hotel is located on the western outskirts of Norwich. There are A quietly positioned hotel three miles from Derby that is highly rated for good food, 81 spacious bedrooms with plenty of natural daylight which are equipped with a desk, service and comfort. All bedrooms are light, bright and contemporary with superb television, telephone, toiletries and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large bathrooms, whatever you choose, you’re guaranteed comfortable beds with crisp reception area, leading into an informal bar as well as a large, contemporary styled linen and plump pillows, and all those 21st century essentials, free Wi-Fi, television, restaurant. There is no lift, but there are plenty of ground floor rooms (on request). tea/coffee making facilities and 24-hour room service. There is also a swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, whirlpool and steam-room. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, welcome Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, single steam train tea/coffee, single journeys on the Bure Valley Railway and Mid Norfolk Railway, journey, entrance to Chatsworth House and excursion programme. Broads Tours cruise, entrance to Sandringham House and excursion programme.

36 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 3 Days 6 Days £195 £435

Saturday 11 to Monday 13 June 2022 Sunday 12 to Friday 17 June 2022 A WEEKEND FULL OF BLOOM AND DISCOVER THE SCOTTISH GARDENERS QUESTION TIME HIGHLANDS BY RAIL AND SAIL VISITS TO RHS BRIDGEWATER & DAVID AUSTIN’S ROSE GARDENS Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £27 Single supplement £40 • Holiday insurance £19 Surrounded by lochs and mountains, this discovery tour of the West Highlands provides both a relaxing and diverse programme exploring different Highland Join us for a weekend full of bloom as we visit two magnificent gardens. RHS regions – from a castle visit in Inveraray, a rail journey to Fort William and a Bridgewater is a new 156-acre garden which recently opened in 2021 and is cruise on the “Queen of Scottish Lochs”. This is fun packed tour taking in majestic located at the former grounds of Worsley New Hall in Salford. Following your mountain and loch side scenery. evening meal on one of your evenings, a garden expert from Daisy Nook Garden Centre will join us. You will have the chance to ask questions about your gardens SUNDAY: Following a morning departure, travel to the north of England at home and discuss the struggles you may have, from watering your plants to and to our overnight hotel. finding the right shade in your garden. Our journey will end at the award- winning David Austin Rose Gardens, where you can admire the five themed MONDAY: Continue our journey north crossing the border into Scotland gardens of over 700 different rose varieties. and the Claymore Hotel in Arrochar for the next four nights. TUESDAY: This morning we take the scenic drive to Inveraray, a 17th century time capsule to enjoy free time. Take in this unspoilt maritime town SATURDAY: We depart the Westcountry and travel to Tewkesbury where beautifully positioned on the shores of Loch Fyne. Right next to the town is the we will stop for lunch. You may also like to take a stroll and take in the stunning impressive Duke of Argyll’s Inveraray Castle which dates back to 1746. Explore scenery along the River Severn, or perhaps visit the Abbey. Continue our all the rooms split across different floors and learn about the history which journey north to arrive at the Smokies Park hotel in Oldham. evolves around the building. Take a stroll around the garden which covers SUNDAY: We shall have a morning coffee stop at the Daisy Nook Garden sixteen acres, of which, around two acres are formal lawns and flowerbeds centre before continuing to RHS Bridgewater which opened in 2021. This new, with the remainder being park and woodland. Finish the Highland loop by spectacular 156-acre garden has gardens within a garden at the historic driving towards Loch Awe with Kilchurn Castle in view. grounds of Worsley New Hall. Take a wander around the Weston Walled WEDNESDAY: Travel along the northern shoreline of Loch Lomond to Garden, the Kitchen Garden and the Paradise Garden and then listen to the Crianlarich where we will board a train to experience one of the most scenic waters in the Chinese Streamside Garden. This evening we will enjoy a private and memorable rail journeys. The train will take you across Rannoch Moor, three course dinner in the Compton Suite before joining an informative and around the massif of Ben Nevis arriving into Fort William. Enjoy free time in entertaining talk from an expert from Daisy Nook Garden Centre. Have your list Fort William before re joining our coach for the drive back through Glencoe to of questions ready as you will have the chance to ask and have answered. our hotel. “How often should I water my plants?... “Are cheap plants more likely to die?” Our first stop today will be a photo stop at Dochart Falls. The ... “Which are the best plants for pots?”. THURSDAY: beautiful Falls run through the small town of Killin, located at the western end of MONDAY: We leave Oldham and head south to the famous David Austin Loch Tay. We will then cross the Dukes Pass into the Trossachs. We will stop for Rose Gardens. With five themed gardens filled with over 700 rose varieties, lunch in Aberfoyle where you may like to visit the Scottish Wool Centre which the abundance of colour and fragrance overwhelms the senses, making it a relates the full story of wool. We will continue our Trossachs tour, finishing at truly breath-taking experience, truly a sight to behold. Before you leave, head Balmaha with free time at Lomond Shore before boarding the cruiser where we to the plant centre to select a rose or two to take home. We continue our discover Loch Lomond’s hidden islands, landing in the pretty village of Luss. homeward journey to arrive late afternoon/early evening. FRIDAY: We depart after an early breakfast and travel south arriving home Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless during the evening. stated below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. We do not include entrance fees to RHS Gardens as many clients have an RHS membership card. CLAYMORE HOTEL, ARROCHAR*** An impressive Scottish Highland manor house nestled amongst rugged mountains and tranquil lochs, this charming hotel offers an exclusive vantage point to the SMOKIES PARK HOTEL, OLDHAM*** spectacular Scottish Highlands so you will never be short of picture opportunities! If The location it enjoys is about as convenient as you will find, and the views across walking takes your fancy, you can trek off into the mountains and discover ruined nearby parkland will make it easy to forget just how well connected the hotel is to the castles, the Arrochar Alps and much more, all just a short walk from the hotel. All 96 local motorways! The accommodation is delightfully furnished, has a gym and offers en-suite bedrooms are equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making WiFi and spacious en-suite bedrooms equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, facilities. There is a lift. garment press and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to some floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entertainment Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, talk and questions during your stay, entrance to Inveraray Castle and Gardens, single train journey with an expert from Daisy Nook Garden Centre and excursion programme. to Fort William, Loch Lomond cruise and excursion programme.

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7 Days 7 Days 5 Days £595 £530 £400 © Visit Isle of Wight Sunday 19 to Saturday 25 June 2022 Monday 20 to Sunday 26 June 2022 GIANTS CAUSEWAY, DONEGAL AND SUMMER SCENES ON THE ISLE OF GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK WIGHT WITH OSBORNE HOUSE & MOTTISTONE GARDENS Single supplement £130 • Holiday insurance £40 No single supplement on allocated singles • Sea view supplement £20 Premier sea view supplement £40 • Holiday insurance £27 Experience the charm of Ireland, taking in staggering scenery, miles of unspoilt Atlantic coastline, long sandy beaches, sheltered bays and the legendary ‘Hills of Donegal’. They say that there are forty shades of green in Ireland - and they Nowhere in the country can match the Isle of Wight for geographical variety and it is are all there to be seen in the pastoral loveliness of this delightful country, but as if all the best natural assets of southern England have come together to be there is much more to Ireland’s amazing scenic variety, ranging from mist exhibited on one 23 mile long and 13-mile-wide stretch of land. All along the coast bedecked mountains to the rugged Atlantic coastline, and the architectural you will find quiet fishing harbours and seaside villages, along with stretches of splendour of towns and cities to the quaint little wayside villages. The Giants golden sand and unspoilt beaches. Inland you will find an abundance of winding Causeway and Causeway Coast provides stunning views and dramatic scenery. paths, peaceful woods and rolling countryside with breath-taking views wherever you go. Shanklin Old Village is a perennial attraction where most of the picturesque SUNDAY: Following your morning departure we travel north and cross the cottages are clustered around the thatched Crab Inn. Within walking distance is border into Scotland and to the Gretna Hall Hotel in Gretna. Shanklin’s famous Chine, a dramatic fissure in the rock where a 45ft waterfall cascades through boulders and ferns to the shore. MONDAY: This morning we travel to Cairnryan for our two hour sea crossing into Larne. Continue our drive to the Inishowen Gateway Hotel for our four night stay. MONDAY: Board your coach and travel to Lymington for the ferry crossing EXCURSION PROGRAMME: to Yarmouth. We continue our journey to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel. • Follow in the footsteps of Michael Palin on the fabulous coastal train journey from Londonderry to Coleraine, which he described as ‘one of the most beautiful EXCURSION PROGRAMME: rail journeys in the world’. The track runs alongside beautiful beaches, through • Start our day in Newport, the capital of the island where you can enjoy the Ireland’s longest railway tunnels and past historic landmarks. From Coleraine we weekly market. Continue to the National Trust Mottistone Gardens, best known travel along the Causeway coast to the mighty Giants Causeway, one of the great for its beautiful formal borders, the warmer weather and sheltered location natural wonders of the world. Over 40,000 symmetrical columns rise dramatically mean that across the gardens, bright and colourful petals unfurl, and with each from the sea. Enjoy a visit to the Giants Causeway Visitor Experience and have use new month, something different starts to bloom. Sit back and admire the of the outdoor interpretive audio guide. glorious seaview. • A guide will meet us at our hotel for a scenic guided tour around the Inishowen • A coach tour around the island enjoying the changing scenery. We shall take Peninsula to Malin Head, the northernmost point in Ireland. Continue to Derry on in Alum Bay with its colourful sands and Yarmouth before returning through the the banks of the River Foyle, the only completely walled city in Ireland and enjoying middle of the island to Godshill. its recent status as UK City of Culture. Enjoy an included guided walking tour which • A visit to Osborne House, it is impossible to imagine a “prettier spot” - such will include the famous Derry Walls and Peace Bridge. were the words of Queen Victoria after her first visit to Osborne on the Isle of • Discover Donegal’s delightful scenery with a drive through the Glenveagh Wight. No trip to the island would be complete without a visit to this royal National Park under the shadow of imposing Mount Errigal. The county is bordered seaside palace where Queen Victoria lived with her beloved Prince Albert and by the Atlantic Ocean on three sides, providing spectacular sea views as you drive their nine children. along its coastline. The west of Donegal has a significant Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) • This morning we visit the seaside town of Ryde. After lunch we step back to a region where customs, traditions, skills and language have existed for centuries. A bygone era with a journey on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Relax in visit to the Glenveagh Visitors Centre is included. Onto Donegal, a traditional town beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages as the train makes its on the shores of Donegal Bay. way through the beautiful countryside. Whilst here explore and discover the historic collection of locomotives, carriages and wagons through Train Story. FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart our hotel and travel through Ireland to the You will uncover the lasting impact the railway has had on our lives with south for our overnight hotel in Wexford. interactive activities and stunning displays. SATURDAY: We board the morning ferry from Rosslare into Pembroke. Travel SUNDAY: We depart the Ocean View and travel to Yarmouth for the return through Wales and into England to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home for Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. late afternoon/early evening. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if problems occur which causes delays to ferry crossings. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Due to technical issues, steam trains may be replaced with a diesel INISHOWEN GATEWAY HOTEL, BUNCRANA *** locomotive. The Inishowen Gateway Hotel in County Donegal is a three-star property located on the Inishowen peninsula, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the hidden treasure of Donegal’s stunning landscape. All 80 well-appointed en-suite bedrooms have television, tea/ OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN *** coffee making facilities, telephone, internet connectivity, complimentary Wi-Fi access and An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally situated hairdryer. The hotel also boasts a leisure centre with 20m swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. The hotel has steam room and fully equipped gym. There is a lift. a bar lounge, swimming pool and full-sized snooker table. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, telephone, television and INCLUDED IN THE PRICE radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. There is a lift. Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry crossings, train journey from Derry to Coleraine, entrance to the Giants Causeway visitors centre, guided INCLUDED IN THE PRICE tour around Malin Head, guided walking tour of Derry, entrance to Glenveagh National Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Park visitors centre and excursion programme. entertainment, return steam railway journey and excursion programme.

38 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 7 Days £400 £850

© Visit Isle of Wight Bar Irish McCann’s Instruments, Traditional / Kenneth Allen © Visit Guernsey Monday 20 to Friday 24 June 2022 Tuesday 21 to Monday 27 June 2022 MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES CHANNEL ISLANDS JERSEY, GUERNSEY, SARK & HERM IN THE PEAK DISTRICT Single supplement £160 • Holiday insurance £40 Stuck on which of the Channel Islands to choose? then here is your answer...why not Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 join us on this seven day holiday which stays in both Guernsey and Jersey and visits the smaller islands of Sark and Herm. Jersey is renowned for its dramatic coastal Join us on this fabulous five day break as we celebrate the iconic sounds of the scenery, peaceful green lanes and fields dotted with Jersey cows. Walk around the last century. Each night you will get to enjoy live music with cabaret and pretty Howard Davis Park, alternatively take the convenient ‘Hop On Hop Off’ bus for tribute acts from either the 40s, 50s, 60s or 70s. Bingo, quizzes or competitions visits to attractions such as the worlds famous Durrell Wildlife Park and the fascinating will be on the cards each night for you to enjoy. Make sure you pack clothes Jersey War Tunnels telling the story of Jersey’s occupation during WWII. Guernsey is from the decades as there will be prizes to be won for the best dressed in the steeped in wartime history and the legacy is a labyrinth of fortifications plus fascinating museums that vividly recreate everyday life in the occupied islands. theme of the night (not compulsory). We will enjoy excursions throughout the week which will take you back in time. TUESDAY: We depart locally and travel along the south coast to Poole for the ferry crossing to Jersey. A coach will meet you at the port to take you to the Merton MONDAY: After our morning departure, we travel north to the outskirts Hotel for a three night stay. of Nottingham and the Eastwood Hall Hotel where we will stay for the next EXCURSION PROGRAMME: four nights. • A full day excursion around the island which includes the beautiful bays of St. Brelade’s and St. Ouen’s, the Corbiere Lighthouse and charming harbour village of TUESDAY: A circular day tour, first we visit Matlock for a coffee stop, then St. Aubins. onto Bakewell, famous for its tart. Visit the original Bakewell Pudding Shop FRIDAY: We say farewell to Jersey and board the ferry for our crossing to Guernsey where the tart is still made today. Bakewell has so much more to offer, from where a coach will transfer you to the Peninsula Hotel for the next three nights. speciality shops to local produce and gentle strolls with beautiful landscapes. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Onto Buxton, home of Buxton Water which is a thermal spa town nestled in • A half day excursion to the beautiful Herm Island. There are no cars and no the centre of the Peak District and the UK’s oldest National Park. Return to our pressure, just an active policy of preserving the island’s pristine natural hotel in Nottingham for some free time. environment and peacefulness. Enjoy beach walks, gift shops at the harbour plus the Mermaid Tavern. After time at leisure on Herm we return to St Peter Port for our WEDNESDAY: A sightseeing day stopping in Melton Mowbray, famous transfer to the hotel. for its pork pie and speciality cheeses. We visit Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe where • A full day excursion to Sark. On arrival, transfers by tractor-train are provided up we watch a personal demonstration of ‘hand raising’ a pork pie and discover the hill from the port to the village centre. This sleepy island has no cars, just how Melton Mowbray became so famous for its pie. We also have the chance bicycles and horse drawn carts. A two hour carriage ride around the island is to visit the Melton Cheeseboard shop to taste and buy the area’s most famous included with stops to take in beautiful coastal views and La Seigneurie Gardens. cheeses, before strolling around the town. Onto Stamford with its medieval MONDAY: It is time to depart Guernsey, meet your coach which will transfer buildings, churches and what was also the setting of the costume drama you to the ferry port for our condor sailing back into Poole. Our coach will be there ‘Middlemarch’. waiting to return you to your chosen departure point. THURSDAY: This morning, we visit The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. centre. You will be able to see the Flight’s historic aircraft at close quarters Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ and to observe the BBMF technicians working to maintain them in airworthy technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry journey. condition. The afternoon will be spent in the magnificent Cathedral city of Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure going to print, they Lincoln. are normally advised early 2022 and may incur an early start or late finish to your holiday. FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. MERTON HOTEL, JERSEY *** The Merton Hotel has many resort style facilities, including the Merton Leisure Club Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless and Aquadome and a choice of lounge/bar areas. All bedrooms are en-suite, modern, stated below. comfortable and well equipped with bath and shower, satellite television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and iron and ironing board. There is a lift. EASTWOOD HALL HOTEL, NOTTINGHAM**** PENINSULA HOTEL, GUERNSEY**** The Eastwood Hall is situated in the wonderful countryside of Nottinghamshire, Ideally situated on a sandy beach on the north-west coast of the island with a this hotel is situated in 26 acres of landscaped gardens. The Eastwood Retreat wonderful view over Grand Havre Bay from the front of the hotel and a view of the offers a range of spa treatments using the luxury skincare brand, Elemis and has a lovely sheltered beach at the edge of five acres of private landscaped gardens. All leisure club which has an indoor swimming pool, gym and an outdoor tennis court. bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with satellite television, hairdryer, telephone and All 150 well-appointed en-suite bedrooms are equipped with a television, tea/ tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. coffee making facilities and WiFi. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Transfers to the ferry ports and return, transfers from port to hotel and return, ferry crossings INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Poole/Jersey/Guernsey/Poole, services of a representative on the island, 6 night’s dinner, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 20th century bed and breakfast, full day tour of Jersey, half day excursion to Herm and a full day excursion entertainment with games each night and excursion programme. to Sark with two hour carriage ride.

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Sunday 26 June to Friday 1 July 2022 Monday 27 June to Friday 1 July 2022 SPLENDOUR OF THE LAKE DISTRICT RICHES, ROSES AND RUTLAND WITH HIGH ADVENTURE ON THE MOUNTAIN GOAT Single supplement £100 • Holiday insurance £27 RESERVOIR – VISITS TO BURGHLEY HOUSE, BARNSDALE GARDENS AND RUTLAND WATER CRUISES Encompassing some of the most beautiful scenery in Britain, the Lake District Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 remains untouched by the ravages of time. With masses of attractive woodland interspersed with shimmering lakes and majestic mountains you cannot fail to Immerse yourself and see history come alive as you join us on this tour to one of be inspired by this area. Immortalised by artists, poets and writers. Cumbria the largest and grandest houses from the first Elizabethan Age at Burghley plays host to the many visitors who return year after year to enjoy the House. The ancestral home of the Cecil family, is set within 13,000 acres of magnificent scenery, which provides a backdrop to a wealth of attractions. Lincolnshire parkland and is one of the UK’s most palatial period properties. Enjoy Barnsdale Gardens, with thirty-eight individual gardens in an eight-acre SUNDAY: We embark on our journey north to Cumbria and the Shap Wells site, there’s plenty to see and do! Take in Rutland, which may be the smallest Hotel, situated high in the Cumbrian Fells. Enjoy a four night stay. historic county in the UK but is a county which boasts a rich history! If there’s too EXCURSION PROGRAMME: much to see on foot, then take in the sights of Rutland from the water on a • We travel a few miles north to the outskirts of Penrith where we start our magical boat trip. scenic drive along the shores of Ullswater – thought to be one of the most beautiful English Lakes and where Wordsworth saw the daffodils of this famed poem. We continue over the Kirkstone Pass, which drops down into MONDAY: After a morning departure we make our way to Windermere giving panoramic views of the lake. A stop will be made in Northamptonshire and the Rockingham Forest Hotel for our four night stay. Windermere. Onto Ambleside and finally Grasmere, home of England’s most TUESDAY: A morning visit to Stamford, home of Middlemarch and 2005 famous poet, Wordsworth. Pride and Prejudice which is a Georgian town of immense charm with over 600 • We start our day visiting Keswick, sandwiched between the towering mass of listed buildings. “The finest stone town in England” is what Sir Walter Scott said. Skiddaw and Derwent Water – one of the most stunning stretches of water in Britain. Our afternoon will be spent at Burghley House, described as England’s greatest We will also drive along Bassenthwaite Lake to the bustling town of Cockermouth. Elizabethan House, and home to Burghley Horse Trials. See history come alive as • You will be collected from the hotel by the Mountain Goat – our group will be you roam the decorated state rooms, featuring a varied collection of portraits, split up into minibuses so you can explore areas not accessible by large tapestries, ceramics and rare furniture. Finish the day by exploring the gardens vehicles. This tour focuses on the Western Lake District and is certainly an which were designed by Capability Brown and are full of surprises and colour. adventure. Over the Wrynose and Hardknott passes, the steepest in England, WEDNESDAY: We start our day to Rutland. Maybe the smallest historic enjoy the spectacular view. We then embark on the miniature Ravenglass and county in the UK, but a county which boasts a rich history! We visit Oakham, a Eskdale Railway. Onto Britain’s favourite view - Wastwater, England’s deepest pretty historic market town and home to an impressive Norman Castle and and most dramatic lake. To complete our day, return via Coniston Fells and Rutland County Museum. Onto Barnsdale Gardens, made famous by gardener Coniston Water – a beautiful day out! Geoff Hamilton and BBC Gardeners World. To complete our day, we will enjoy a • A circular scenic day, first we travel south to Kendal, known as the southern relaxing 45 minute cruise on Rutland Water, one of the country’s largest artificial gateway of the Lakes, perhaps enjoy some famous Kendal Mint Cake. We then lakes. Take in the scenery amidst the sailors, anglers and waterbirds, whilst enter the Yorkshire Dales National Park and travel by way of Sedbergh, Kirkby listening to commentary highlighting points of interest. Stephen and Brough before returning to Shap - beautiful! THURSDAY: Today will be spent in Cambridge. Be inspired by the many FRIDAY: We depart Shap and begin our homeward journey, retracing our beautiful museums and art galleries, admire the beautiful architecture and majestic steps back to the West Country for arrival late afternoon/early evening. college buildings, explore quaint passages set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and relaxing shopping experience can be found. You Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated may like to take a ride out on a punt and glide down the river. below. On all train journeys, steam trains maybe replaced with a diesel locomotive. FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart our hotel and make our way back to SHAP WELLS HOTEL, SHAP *** return home for late afternoon/early evening. Set in 33 acres of private grounds, high in the Shap Fells amidst streams and Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated woodlands. The restaurant overlooks the hills, stream and woodland and is below. complemented by extensive lounge and bar areas. At the back of the hotel, you may have the privilege of seeing the colony of Red Squirrels that get fed every ROCKINGHAM FOREST HOTEL, CORBY*** morning. All 98 bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with a television, telephone, This modern and spacious hotel is scenically placed next to Rockingham Castle. It’s both a comfortable and convenient hotel in Corby, with a peaceful, rural setting. All 71 WiFi, radio, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift serving many en-suite bedrooms have a television, WiFi, hairdryer, toiletries, iron and ironing board of the rooms and there will be entertainment during your stay. and tea/coffee making facilities, there is 24 hour room service. There is no lift, but this hotel has only 1 floor and plenty of ground floor rooms available. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entertainment, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE High Adventure on the Mountain Goat, journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrances to Burghley Railway and excursion programme. House and Barnsdale Gardens, Rutland Water Cruise and excursion programme.

40 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 8 Days 6 Days £615 £655

Sunday 3 to Sunday 10 July 2022 Sunday 3 to Friday 8 July 2022 BOATS AND TRAINS OF THE HIGHLANDS BEAUTIFUL BRITTANY AND AND ISLANDS WITH CASTLE OF MEY & JOHN O’GROATS THE ATLANTIC COAST Single supplement £115 • Holiday insurance £29 Single supplement £217 • Holiday insurance £41

Our boats and trains package has delighted many of our passengers already and is We take a trip to northern Brittany to visit the beautiful shores of north west France, a sure to delight you too. Based in the very epicentre of Highland Grandeur, only a traditionally Celtic region with a strong sense of identity to match the scenic villages short distance from Inverness a fascinating tour to capture all the great things that and towns that populate the rural regions. You can look forward to the hospitable this magnificent and vast area has to offer. Take a trip on one of the most stunning nature of northern Brittany’s climate and culture. Beautiful Brittany attracts more railway journeys in the world, cruise on a glass bottom boat and see the wonders visitors from Britain than any other part of France. Perhaps it’s the great variety of of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle before a journey on one of the most beautiful scenery with 600 miles of coastline, rugged cliffs interspersed with sweeping sandy railway in Europe. beaches, historic towns, half-timbered houses, medieval walled cities and picturesque fishing ports. Come and discover the delights of this charming and SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to our overnight characteristic corner of France, you will be inspired. hotel in the Lancashire area. MONDAY: Crossing the border we take the scenic route through the Scottish SUNDAY: We have a mid-afternoon departure to travel to Plymouth for our countryside to arrive at the Dornoch Hotel in Dornoch for a five night stay. overnight ferry crossing to Roscoff. A two berth inside cabin is included. TUESDAY: Travel to Inverness with some free time before we journey by coach MONDAY: Arrive into Roscoff early morning and travel through Morlaix along the shoreline of Loch Ness. Arrive at the Loch Ness Clansman Harbour where and visit the heart of Brittany and its oldest city – Quimper. The picturesque we board the cruiser out onto the Loch – take your camera in case of something river Odet is criss-crossed with flower adorned footbridges that make our day in lurking in the Loch. Once back on dryland, we spend time at Urquhart Castle visitor centre and grounds. Travel back to Dornoch via Beauly and Muir of Ord. Quimper a photographic utopia! We continue on to Concarneau and arrive at the Hotel de l’Ocean for our four night stay. WEDNESDAY: Take your seat on ‘one of the most beautiful rail journeys in Europe’ – Michael Palin’s quote. Travel to Dingwall to board your train to the Kyle EXCURSION PROGRAMME: of Lochalsh where your coach will meet you and travel to Skye, an island full of • This morning we will visit the pretty ‘village of artists’ and historical port town mystery and history with magnificent scenery. Included is a light lunch at the of Pont-Aven. Historic windmills along the banks of the River Aven provide a Dunollie Hotel, Broadford. Travel back over the Skye Bridge and continue from west scenic backdrop to the town that is also famous as an artists’ retreat. Continue to east covering 109 miles of Highland Splendour, via Lochcarron and Achnasheen. to Quimperle where we will explore the picturesque medieval centre and the THURSDAY: We travel north today by train from Golspie, tracing the north Abbey of Sainte-Croix. sea coastline passing fairy-tale Dunrobin Castle and the beautiful beaches around • A free day in beautiful Concarneau, enjoy the wonderful beach opposite the Brora. Experience how remote Scotland can be by passing famous salmon rivers hotel. Perhaps take a stroll or a ride on the road train into the historic walled and distilleries with miles of moorland before disembarking in Thurso. Board your coach to travel to the former Queen Mum’s residence, Castle of Mey, before taking town packed with quaint streets, shops and pavement cafes. the short drive to John O’Groats, the most, northern inhabited point on mainland • We travel down the Atlantic Coast, through the French countryside to Britain. We return south passing what once used to be the mighty fishing port of L’Orient, you may like to visit the Cite de la Voile Eric Tabarly Museum, the only Wick, with coastal scenery all the way back to Dornoch. museum dedicated to sailing in Europe. Of course a visit to Brittany would not FRIDAY: A free day to enjoy your host resort of Dornoch. For golfers, perhaps a be complete without taking in a hypermarket. game of golf! FRIDAY: Depart our hotel and travel to Roscoff for a day ferry to Plymouth. SATURDAY: We say farewell to Scotland and travel south to our overnight Continue our journey home to arrive back during late evening. hotel in the north of England. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated SUNDAY: Complete our journey to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry journey. steam vehicles may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. HOTEL DE L’OCEAN, CONCARNEAU, BRITTANY *** DORNOCH HOTEL, DORNOCH *** A contemporary hotel located within a 15 minute walk of the walled Medieval City Set in its own grounds in a truly historic corner of the Scottish Highlands, overlooking the esteemed Royal Dornoch Golf Course and bordered by pristine beaches and forestry walks. of Concarneau enjoying a stunning position overlooking Concarneau Bay. All 71 Located within easy reach of the historic town of Dornoch, home to a spacious square and bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with hairdryer and television. The airy winding streets as well as its spectacular 13th century cathedral. All 105 en-suite bedrooms restaurant provides panoramic views over the beach and serves a choice of cuisine. have a television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is WiFi available There is a heated outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, hot tub, WiFi and pool table. and a lift that reaches the majority of bedrooms. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Loch Ness cruise, entrance to INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Urquhart Castle visitor centre and grounds, single railway journey Dingwall to Kyle, light Executive coach travel, 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, overnight ferry lunch on Skye, single rail journey Golspie to Thurso, entrance to Castle of Mey and crossing with two berth inside cabin, welcome drink, return day ferry crossing excursion programme. and excursion programme.

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Sunday 3 to Thursday 7 July 2022 Saturday 9 to Sunday 10 July 2022 OXFORDSHIRE MURDERS, THAMES HAMPTON COURT FLOWER SHOW CRUISE AND BLENHEIM PALACE AND KEW GARDENS 10 Days No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £30 • Holiday insurance £18 £995 Explore the lovely county of Oxfordshire with your detective hat on! We shall spend Experience what many people consider to be one of ‘greatest flower shows time in the beautiful city of Oxford ‘the city of dreaming spires’ with its exquisite on earth’, the Hampton Court Flower Show is set within the grounds of architecture and ancient university. We will meander through pretty villages, discover a beautiful Hampton Court Palace. The flower show is famous for combining few hidden gems and visit one of England’s most magnificent stately homes, Blenheim Palace. With its own special place in Britain’s history, Blenheim Palace is a true national beautiful show gardens, interactive activities, amazing flower displays, live treasure, come and enjoy the history and splendour of the Palace, Park and Gardens, music and shopping creating a fabulous day out. You can pick up new ideas now a World Heritage Site. and learn how to implement them via a variety of talks and demonstrations provided by gardening experts and celebrities from the horticulture world. At SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel to Oxford where we Kew Gardens, discover the world of science behind the botanical collections, enjoy an afternoon admiring this beautiful city. Depart Oxford late afternoon to with over 50,000 living plants to be found across the UNESCO World Heritage travel to our hotel located on the banks of the River Thames, the Shillingford Site. Stretching across two-thirds of the Gardens, the Arboretum surrounds Bridge Hotel for our four night stay. the glasshouses in a leafy enclave for you to walk, wander and discover. The EXCURSION PROGRAMME: 14,000 trees rooted here represent more than 2,000 species, including rare • A full day passing through the towns and villages used in filming locations and ancient varieties. This great collection contains trees as old as the gardens within the Midsomer Murders television series. We shall visit Wallingford, better themselves, many that cannot be found anywhere else in Britain. The Lake known to Midsomer Murders fans as Causton. Why not visit the Corn Exchange covers five acres of water, studded with four islands that provide vibrant which is Barnaby’s home. We also visit Dorchester on Thames, a pretty village colours, enhanced by their reflection in the lake. overlooked by the Abbey, it appears as Midsomer Newton Museum. We shall complete our day by boarding a Thames Cruise at Caversham to Mapledurham Lock which feels a world away. You will see wildlife, open countryside, islands SATURDAY: After our morning departure we travel to Kew Gardens. and the Berkshire Downs. We will turn at the Mapledurham Lock taking a Explore the glasshouses, landscapes and more than 250 years of history at panoramic view of the Weir, before cruising downstream past Mapledurham the world’s most famous garden, discover the world of science behind the House, which has a history of filming for various television series. botanical collections. Continue to the Holiday Inn in Shepperton for our • A drive through Oxfordshire’s villages with a brief stop in Bampton, staying overnight stay. with the TV theme, this village was used for much of the outdoor filming for Downton Abbey. Onto visit Bladon Church, where Sir Winston Churchill is SUNDAY: Depart after breakfast and travel to Hampton Court for the buried. We complete our day with a visit to the magnificent Blenheim Palace, flower show. The time here is yours to discover the mix of glorious gardens at this 2100 acre estate was Churchills’ Birthplace and is home to the Duke and your leisure, from show to summer, conceptual to low cost, relaxation to Duchess of Marlborough. contemporary and wildlife to ‘grow your own’, take inspiration from design • Today we visit the picturesque riverside town of Marlow. The town became a and conceptual mix to create your own personal haven. You will also find lots popular riverside resort and new houses reflect this in their Georgian, Victorian of opportunities to see planting and country crafts up close. With dazzling and Edwardian exteriors. The afternoon is spent in the historic market town of floral displays, live music, cuisine that gets your mouth watering and plenty Henley-on-Thames, as beautiful and intimately connected as its name suggests of shopping opportunities, all this combined makes it a fantastic day out. The with the River Thames, being sited on one of the most majestic stretches of the coach will depart at 1600 for our journey home. river with the beech clad hills of The Chilterns acting as a worthy backdrop. THURSDAY: Depart our hotel and keeping off of the motorway we travel Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless by way of the Vale of White Horse to the edge of the Cotswolds and Cirencester stated below. for our early lunchtime stop. Continue our journey home arriving home for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. SHILLINGFORD BRIDGE HOTEL, WALLINGFORD *** HOLIDAY INN, LONDON SHEPPERTON **** Shillingford Bridge Hotel is situated on one of the loveliest reaches of the River Thames An AA approved four-star hotel ideally located for our excursion programme. This between Oxford and Henley. The River View Restaurant serves freshly prepared food hotel is set within 11 acres of grounds with a health club fully equipped with an and has panoramic views over the hotel’s grounds as well as the banks of the Thames, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath and gym. All you can relax in the afternoon on the patio and enjoy the beautiful views across the river. The 40 en-suite bedrooms are equipped with television, radio, direct dial bedrooms are en-suite with television, telephone, WiFi, hairdryer, trouser press, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and trouser press. The hotel does not air conditioning, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and board. All rooms are have a lift but a few ground floor rooms are available. WiFi available. non-smoking and can be accessed by the lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Executive coach travel, 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to the Blenheim Palace, boat trip on the River Thames and excursion programme. Hampton Court Flower Show and Kew Gardens and excursion programme.

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Friday 8 to Sunday 17 July 2022 LITTLE BOATS AND TRAINS OF AUSTRIA Single supplement £129 • Holiday insurance £45

Welcome to Austria’s Tyrol! Here you can be sure of a warm welcome and excellent hospitality. Stay at the beautiful Hotel Tyrol in Söll. Enjoy our journeys on two mountain railways to take in the spectacular views, and take a scenic lake cruise. Located near to Innsbruck, this trip allows you to visit a fabulous city as well as accessing Austria’s rural beauties. The cultural capital of The Tyrol, Innsbruck is a charming city to wander around. Stroll past the pretty pastel buildings lining the river, or view Innsbruck from above. HOTEL TYROL, SÖLL**** This 4 star hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Söll and a great base from which to explore the area. All 63 bedrooms are spacious and equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, radio and safe and many rooms which have a balcony to make the most of the spectacular mountain views. Relax after a busy day at the “Kaiser Spa TYROL” Bathhouse with indoor pool, bio sauna, brine steam bath, exclusive pine sauna, infrared cabin and “Erlebnis” shower. An outdoor heated swimming pool is available to use in the summer.

FRIDAY: An early start to travel to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel crossing to up the medieval Hohensalzburg fortress that overlooks the old town. Calais. Continue to our overnight hotel in the Metz area. THURSDAY: This morning we drive to Jenbach to take a ride on our second SATURDAY: Travel through Germany and on to Austria to arrive at our host little train, the steam operated Achensee Cog Railway. A steam locomotive, dating resort in Söll for our seven night stay. Begin exploring the town and enjoying the from 1889 which takes us on a memorable journey up the side of the mountain to undeniable beauty of the area. Seespitz where we will then join a relaxing cruise on the scenic Achensee, the Tyrol’s biggest lake. SUNDAY: The first journey we will enjoy is the historic Zillertal Steam Train which will take you on a nostalgic journey, winding its way through magnificent scenery FRIDAY: Today we visit the beautiful alpine city of Innsbruck, the cultural up the Ziller valley from Fugen to picturesque Mayrhofen. Explore this famous Alpine capital of the Tyrol. Innsbruck offers a picture-book old town full of historical town before we travel via the spectacular Gerlos pass to visit the world-famous and buildings. We have time in the old town where you can wander through the very popular Krimml Waterfalls (there is a 30 minute walk to reach Europe’s longest cobbled streets and admire the pastel hues of the buildings that overlook the river. free-falling water cascades). Tonight, we enjoy a welcome evening with a cocktail. We will enjoy a walking tour that includes the Imperial Palace and the famous Goldenes Dachl (Golden Roof), the symbol of the city. We continue our drive to the MONDAY: Today is yours to enjoy at the hotel, relax and make use of the medieval town of Rattenberg, home of the Kisslinger Glass Factory where you can facilities and explore the beautiful village of Söll. We will enjoy an informative witness the process of glassblowing in a mesmerizing demonstration. stroll through the village before enjoying a gala dinner with 6 to 7 courses. SATURDAY: We say farewell to Austria and return to our hotel in the Metz TUESDAY: We start our morning in the busy town of Zell am See, a favourite for area for our overnight stay. visitors from the UK. Sitting on the banks of Lake Zell, and with the Hohe Tauern mountains behind, this setting is often described as one of Austria’s most beautiful SUNDAY: We travel to Calais for our return Eurotunnel crossing into places. We take a relaxing cruise on the lake, followed by time to explore the Folkestone and continue home for early evening. cobbled streets of the historic town centre. We finish our day in the charming Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated medieval centre of Kitzbühel with its brightly coloured facades and quaint churches. below. For operational reasons on the day of travel a steam train may be replaced WEDNESDAY: The hills are alive with the Sound of Music! Today we visit by diesel. Salzburg, the city of dreaming spires, romantic gardens, the birthplace of Mozart Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ and home to the world-famous film ‘The Sound of Music’. Perhaps take a funicular technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry journey.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 9 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, eurotunnel crossings, two railway journeys, two lake cruise trips, guided tour of Innsbruck, In Söll: hot and cold starters buffet, dessert buffet, 1 champagne breakfast, welcome evening with a cocktail, Tyrolean farmers buffet or Austrian evening, 1 coffee and cake on one afternoon, gala dinner, free use of sauna, steam bath and infrared cabin three times a week and excursion programme.

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Saturday 9 to Monday 18 July 2022 CRUISING THE MIGHTY RHINE TO SWITZERLAND Main deck superior cabin supplement £165 per person • Upper deck superior cabin supplement £263 per person Single supplement £500 • Holiday insurance £45

Experience the very best of the Rhine on this romantic journey that will see you taking in the sights of three different countries. Explore Germany, France and Switzerland, using the comfort of the four star MS Arena as your base. Discover ancient old towns, gothic cathedrals and captivating museums as you go. You will get to see some of the Rhineland’s most spectacular sights, from the dizzy heights of the Rüdesheim cable car overlooking the Rhine Valley to sailing by the sheer cliff faces of the mythical Rhine Gorge and the lush plains of the Alsace. This is river cruising at its very best. MS ARENA **** Earning its place in the premier cruise collection, this four star ship has all the ingredients of an unforgettable river cruise: comfort, style and unfaltering attention to detail. There are 98 cabins split over two decks, a restaurant, lounge, bar, WiFi, sundeck, sauna and fitness suite, step aboard and feel right at home from the minute you set sail on the stylish and spacious MS Arena. All of the cabins feature outward-facing floor to ceiling panoramic windows with French balconies, allowing you to take in the wonderful views of the river and surroundings from the comfort of your own cabin, all spacious cabins have en-suite bathrooms with a shower and toilet, air conditioning, television, telephone, hairdryer and a safe. There will be live entertainment every night, morning coffee for early risers, mid morning coffee, tea/coffee after lunch and a captains party on one evening. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the price whilst onboard the ship. There is no lift/stair lift on board.

SATURDAY: Following an early morning departure, we begin our journey coach to Lake Lucerne, if time permits a chance to climb the mountain by train or travelling to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel crossing into Calais. We then continue cable car. Onto Lake Lucerne - the historic and scenic heart of Switzerland. through France to our overnight hotel in Lille. Tonight, we will be sailing throughout the night which will take us into Breisach. SUNDAY: After breakfast, we depart Lille and cross the border to Germany to FRIDAY: We dock in Breisach in the early hours of the morning. Breisach is arrive in Cologne. Chance to sightsee and take in the ambience of this beautiful where the Black Forest meets the Alsace. Enjoy our excursion to the Alsace region. city before we board our four star MS Arena. We depart early afternoon which will give us the chance to see the sights whilst cruising along. We will arrive in Mannheim in the morning. MONDAY: Enjoy the scenery as we glide along the Rhine viewing Boppard, St.Goar and the Loreley Rock to arrive into Rüdesheim around 1500. Why not SATURDAY: When we arrive in Mannheim, we join our coach which will take take the cable car from Rüdesheim and see the sites from above or maybe explore you to Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university. We return to our ship for the famous Drosselgasse area in the heart of the town. lunch before we cruise to Mainz where we arrive later in the afternoon. TUESDAY: We will wake up in the charming town of Speyer. Easily explored SUNDAY: Today we say farewell to the MS Arena in Cologne. Our coach will on foot, Speyer has a magnificent Romanesque Cathedral, as well as an travel by way of Valkenburg, this ever-popular resort is nestled in a quiet corner of abundance of museums and the remains of a medieval synagogue. We will have Holland, often described as ‘Little Switzerland’. Famous for its caves. Continue to our lunch on board, maybe enjoy some of the in-house activities before we get our overnight hotel in Lille. ready to set sail before dinner. MONDAY: We board a morning Eurotunnel crossing from Calais to Folkestone WEDNESDAY: We arrive in Strasbourg in the early hours. Strasbourg is well and continue home to arrive early evening. known for its world heritage status so why not enjoy some free time to explore Dress code: The dress code on board is informal but the ship asks that shorts or the main sights at leisure or take a walk around the old city. Have another leisurely denim are not worn during dinner in the restaurant. On Captains party night some lunch on board the ship. passengers do dress up for the occasion but this is optional. THURSDAY: After sailing overnight, we will wake up to the glorious scenes Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated of the old universal town of Basel. Here you can join our full day excursion by below.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner bed and breakfast, 7 nights full board, Eurotunnel crossings, tea and coffee after dinner in overnight hotel and ship, porterage on the ship, welcome glass of sparkling wine on the ship, captains party on 1 night, live entertainment each night, in house activities on some nights, 5 course farewell dinner on last night and excursion programme.

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Sunday 10 to Thursday 14 July 2022 Sunday 10 to Sunday 17 July 2022 CHARMING CHESHIRE , CHESTER ROMANTIC HIGHLAND 10 Days AND THE WIRRAL PENINSULA RAILWAYS OF SCOTLAND PREMIER Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £140 • Holiday insurance £29 £1355 CRUISE COLLECTION Situated on the picturesque River Dee and surrounded by a two mile ring of Roman The glorious Scottish Highlands is an area of diverse scenery, flourishing wildlife and a Walls, Chester is a medieval city boasting the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain varied climate, which invites coach trip visitors all year round to discover its many and is famed for its beautiful black and white Tudor buildings and unique ‘rows’ treasures. Whatever part of this wonderful region we explore, there is outstanding Saturday 9 to Monday 18 July 2022 where the picturesque galleries run above the central shops. Step back in time as natural beauty at every turn, you won’t be disappointed. Sit back, relax and immerse we take a visit to Nantwich with its medieval timbered buildings and streets full of yourself in the dramatic Highlands as we take in three famous railway journeys, two of character. The village of Port Sunlight really takes us back to experience life whilst which are steam hauled and one being the most recognised railway in the world as CRUISING THE MIGHTY RHINE TO SWITZERLAND living in the Edwardian times. featured in the Harry Potter films. Main deck superior cabin supplement £165 per person • Upper deck superior cabin supplement £263 per person SUNDAY: We depart and travel north to arrive in Chester and The Queen at SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel to the north of England for our Single supplement £500 • Holiday insurance £45 Chester Hotel for our four night stay. overnight stay. MONDAY: Today we enjoy a full day in Chester. Sit and relax with a morning MONDAY: We depart our hotel and continue our journey, crossing the border into Experience the very best of the Rhine on this romantic journey that will see you taking in the sights of three different countries. Explore Germany, France and coffee in this historic city before enjoying a relaxing half hour cruise along the Scotland and to Newtonmore where we will stay at the Highlander Hotel for the next five Switzerland, using the comfort of the four star MS Arena as your base. Discover ancient old towns, gothic cathedrals and captivating museums as you go. You River Dee. We head upstream, under Queen’s park Suspension Bridge following a nights. sweeping bend of the meadows whilst seeing stunning riverside homes and TUESDAY: We spend the morning in Aviemore before boarding a steam train for a will get to see some of the Rhineland’s most spectacular sights, from the dizzy heights of the Rüdesheim cable car overlooking the Rhine Valley to sailing by the gardens. We make a turn at the City and head back towards Chester. If your lucky sheer cliff faces of the mythical Rhine Gorge and the lush plains of the Alsace. This is river cruising at its very best. 45-minute journey through spectacular Speyside scenery. We enjoy free time in Grantown- enough, you may see wildlife such as swans, moorhens and kingfishers along the on-Spey before visiting the much-acclaimed Speyside Centre at Dulnain Bridge, explaining way. We have the remainder of the day in Chester. Discover the remarkable the myths, legends, folklore and history of the Cairngorms. MS ARENA **** cathedral, the unique 700 year old Rows galleries of shops and the most complete Earning its place in the premier cruise collection, this four star ship has all the ingredients of an unforgettable river cruise: comfort, style and unfaltering attention to WEDNESDAY: All aboard “One of the most beautiful rail journeys in Europe”. We detail. There are 98 cabins split over two decks, a restaurant, lounge, bar, WiFi, sundeck, sauna and fitness suite, step aboard and feel right at home from the minute you City Walls in Britain. If time allows, hop on and off an open top sightseeing bus. This morning we visit the medieval market town of Nantwich, depart Inverness on the Kyle Line and travel coast to coast across the Highlands, in the set sail on the stylish and spacious MS Arena. All of the cabins feature outward-facing floor to ceiling panoramic windows with French balconies, allowing you to take in TUESDAY: shadows of mountains and forests, beside bright lochs and wide-open moors. We the wonderful views of the river and surroundings from the comfort of your own cabin, all spacious cabins have en-suite bathrooms with a shower and toilet, air with its atmospheric streets, timber framed buildings and antique and craft shops. From here we enjoy a lift and river boat trip at the Anderton Boat Lift, disembark in Kyle of Lochalsh where our coach will collect you to travel the short distance on conditioning, television, telephone, hairdryer and a safe. There will be live entertainment every night, morning coffee for early risers, mid morning coffee, tea/coffee to the Isle of Skye where time can be spent sightseeing. We return to our hotel through the after lunch and a captains party on one evening. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the price whilst onboard the ship. There is no lift/stair lift on board. originally built in 1875. Climb aboard the elegant Edwin Clark Boat and witness first hand how this fantastic structure lifts the boat from the River Weaver to the wonderful Highland grandeur. SATURDAY: Following an early morning departure, we begin our journey coach to Lake Lucerne, if time permits a chance to climb the mountain by train or Trent and Mersey Canal high above. THURSDAY: Today we take in one of the greatest railway journeys in the world. We travelling to Folkestone for our Eurotunnel crossing into Calais. We then continue cable car. Onto Lake Lucerne - the historic and scenic heart of Switzerland. WEDNESDAY: After breakfast, we head to the Wirral Peninsula. Our first board the train in Fort William which will take us on a 43 mile journey to Mallaig, we pass a list through France to our overnight hotel in Lille. Tonight, we will be sailing throughout the night which will take us into Breisach. stop is to the historic and idyllic garden village of Port Sunlight, built in the late of extremes, from Ben Nevis, to the 21 arched Glenfinnan viaduct, passing deep lochs, high mountains and coastal views across the Isles. Time to explore the fishing town of Mallaig. (Half FRIDAY: We dock in Breisach in the early hours of the morning. Breisach is 19th century by Lord Lever for a home for his soap factory workers. We will enjoy SUNDAY: After breakfast, we depart Lille and cross the border to Germany to a coach guided tour for a circular trip where we will discover how the village of the passengers travel outbound from Fort William by train with free time after in Mallaig and arrive in Cologne. Chance to sightsee and take in the ambience of this beautiful where the Black Forest meets the Alsace. Enjoy our excursion to the Alsace region. the other half have time in Mallaig and then return to Fort William by train). Our road journey We depart early afternoon which will give us the chance to see the sights whilst developed over the years, from the working and living conditions to the charming city before we board our four star MS Arena. architecture. We will get the chance to step inside a worker’s cottage, explore the involves a stop at Glenfinnan to see Bonnie Prince Charlie’s monument at the head of Loch cruising along. We will arrive in Mannheim in the morning. Shiel and Neptune’s Staircase in Banavie, a series of eight lock gates on the Caledonian Canal. MONDAY: Enjoy the scenery as we glide along the Rhine viewing Boppard, recreated home of the Carr family and an historic cottage which will give us an St.Goar and the Loreley Rock to arrive into Rüdesheim around 1500. Why not SATURDAY: When we arrive in Mannheim, we join our coach which will take insight of what everyday life was like in the Edwardian times. Our journey will FRIDAY: A day at leisure. You can enjoy the pretty surroundings around Newtonmore, take the cable car from Rüdesheim and see the sites from above or maybe explore you to Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university. We return to our ship for continue to the traditional resort of New Brighton, created by a Liverpool take a highland walk, walk the short distance to the Highland Folk Museum or jump on the the famous Drosselgasse area in the heart of the town. lunch before we cruise to Mainz where we arrive later in the afternoon. merchant, before completing our day at the wonderful Ness Botantic Gardens, City Link which takes you into Inverness. with over 64 acres of stunning gardens to explore. TUESDAY: We will wake up in the charming town of Speyer. Easily explored SUNDAY: Today we say farewell to the MS Arena in Cologne. Our coach will SATURDAY: We depart the Highlands and travel south, still taking in the amazing on foot, Speyer has a magnificent Romanesque Cathedral, as well as an travel by way of Valkenburg, this ever-popular resort is nestled in a quiet corner of THURSDAY: We depart our hotel and make our way back to the scenery that this region of Scotland offers. Cross the border into England for our overnight abundance of museums and the remains of a medieval synagogue. We will have Holland, often described as ‘Little Switzerland’. Famous for its caves. Continue to Westcountry for late afternoon/early evening. hotel. our lunch on board, maybe enjoy some of the in-house activities before we get our overnight hotel in Lille. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated SUNDAY: Continue our journey south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. below. ready to set sail before dinner. MONDAY: We board a morning Eurotunnel crossing from Calais to Folkestone Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. WEDNESDAY: We arrive in Strasbourg in the early hours. Strasbourg is well and continue home to arrive early evening. THE QUEEN AT CHESTER HOTEL, CHESTER**** For operational reasons on the day of travel a steam train may be replaced by diesel. known for its world heritage status so why not enjoy some free time to explore Dress code: The dress code on board is informal but the ship asks that shorts or This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was said to be the first HIGHLANDER HOTEL, NEWTONMORE*** the main sights at leisure or take a walk around the old city. Have another leisurely denim are not worn during dinner in the restaurant. On Captains party night some skyscraper of its time, and you’ll be following in the footsteps of some rather Set in the stunning location of the Cairngorm National Park, the Highlander Hotel offers lunch on board the ship. passengers do dress up for the occasion but this is optional. famous guests. Since opening in 1860, it’s hosted none other than Charles Dickens, guests a warm welcome and true highland hospitality. The hotel consists of two main areas, Cecil Rhodes and Lillie Langtry, to name but a few. All 221 bedrooms include a the public area which has a reception, comfortable lounge, bar and restaurant and the THURSDAY: After sailing overnight, we will wake up to the glorious scenes Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. television, WiFi and 24 hour room service. When you’re not relaxing in your room, second area where the bedrooms can be found. All 85 bedrooms are en-suite, located of the old universal town of Basel. Here you can join our full day excursion by enjoy a drink in one of the exquisite Victorian lounges or take arty photos on the opposite to the public areas and have a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. sweeping four-storey staircase. There is lift. Although the hotel does not have a lift, all of the public areas and many of the bedrooms are on the ground floor, with the remaining bedrooms on the first floor. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner bed and breakfast, 7 nights full board, Eurotunnel crossings, tea and coffee after dinner in overnight hotel and ship, porterage Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Chester boat trip, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE on the ship, welcome glass of sparkling wine on the ship, captains party on 1 night, live entertainment each night, in house activities on some nights, 5 course Anderton boat lift, entrances to Port Sunlight Museum with coach guide, Ness Botanic Executive coach travel, 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, three single railway farewell dinner on last night and excursion programme. Gardens and excursion programme. journeys, entry to Speyside centre and excursion programme.

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Friday 15 July to Monday 18 July 2022 Sunday 17 to Friday 22 July 2022 BOATS AND TRAINS OF BEAUTIFUL CANALS AND RAILWAYS OF WALES WORCESTERSHIRE & GLOUCESTERSHIRE No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £27 WITH THE BLACK COUNTRY MUSEUM With more sun than Cornwall and less rain than the Lake District it is no Single supplement £67 • Holiday insurance £23 wonder that this gateway to North Wales should be so popular with sightseers of all ages. Llangollen has many natural wonders with the mountains, white- water rivers including the spectacular River Dee, canals with horse-drawn Birmingham has more miles of canals than Venice, here you can experience more boats, the Horseshoe Pass and the Horseshoe Falls. Llangollen is a truly than 420 million years of history with Dudley’s limestone caverns carved by men amazing town encapsulating the best North Wales has to offer in a small to access the raw material to power the industrial revolution. Then there’s the area, from the relaxing Llangollen Canal where you can enjoy the silence on a power of steam with the many railway links to picturesque villages that brought horse drawn boat ride, to exploring some of the ‘Little Trains of Wales’ as well a new age of industry to the working men of the ‘Black Country’. The Black as some of the English border towns. Country Living Museum is a proper day out. Rain or shine, you won’t run out of things to see when exploring the 26 acres, whatever your age nothing is out of SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel into Wales to arrive at bounds. Unbelievable as it seems, an entire Black Country village has been the Hand Hotel in Llangollen for a five night stay. created; brick-by-original-brick. You will notice scenes from the television series EXCURSION PROGRAMME: of Peaky Blinders which was filmed here. • We travel to Blaenau Ffestiniog where we embark on the Ffestiniog Railway. Originally built to transport slate from the quarries in the mountains, it is the oldest FRIDAY: Following our morning departure we shall take a scenic drive independent railway company in the world that travels 13 ½ miles arriving in crossing the Severn and taking in the Wye Valley stopping in Ross-on-Wye for Porthmadog. Free time in the town of Porthmadog, dominated on one side by a lunch. Continue on to the Stourport Manor Hotel for our three night stay. mountain and the Glaslyn estuary to the north and east. Continue to Betws-y-Coed for free time before returning to our hotel. SATURDAY: This morning we travel into Kidderminster to board the • We have a morning at leisure before taking a horse drawn boat ride from Severn Valley Railway. Enjoy time in the authentic station before boarding the Llangollen to see the Horseshoe Falls. train for a nostalgic ride to the Victorian town of Bridgnorth where an historic • We visit the town of Shrewsbury, the country town of Shropshire, Charles funicular connects the two levels of town. We return via the pretty little towns Darwin was born and educated here and all around you will find reminders of his of Ludlow and Leominster. association with the town. Onto Welshpool and the Llanfair Light Railway. Our SUNDAY: Travel to nearby Dudley in the heart of the Black Country where journey begins with a battle up the notoriously steep Golfa Bank, where you can we take a canal boat trip into fascinating underground caverns and tunnels. hear the sound of the locomotive echoing off of the hills. Continue to the Black Country Living Museum, a “living history” of the area • Drive over the Horseshoe Pass to Ruthin a surprising little town layered with with lots of walkers in costume. There is so much to see here so we allow centuries of history and set in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Britain. Here plenty of time to explore. you’ll find elegant 21st century dining, stylish independent shops and a lively modern arts scene. Continue onto Llandudno where you may wish to take the MONDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Gloucester to visit the tram up the Great Orme. The Great Orme ’s dynamic beauty, rich history and National Waterways Museum, the new galleries showcase the role natural splendour are well worth the journey. Make our back to Llangollen. Gloucester Docks and the local canals had in transporting goods to the industrial Midlands. We will have a 45 minute boat trip around the docks with FRIDAY: We depart Llangollen and travel back to the West Country for late commentary full of historical information as we travel around the docks. We afternoon/early evening. shall depart early afternoon and return home. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless On all train excursions, we have based our itinerary on 2021 timetables, a stated below. Steam trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. substitute road or rail excursion may operate subject to the rail BEST WESTERN STOURPORT MANOR HOTEL, STOURPORT ON SEVERN **** companies’ schedule and can be either a diesel or steam engine. There is a lot of history attached to this Victorian stately home. Once home to Stanley HAND HOTEL, LLANGOLLEN*** Baldwin, Prime Minister and has welcomed many dignitaries over the years. Now extended Standing above a beautiful stretch of the River Dee with its own stunning riverside into a beautiful hotel close to Worcester and the Malvern hills. There is free super-fast Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 23 acres of wonderful grounds, brasserie, bar and lounge, swimming garden, close to the centre of the pretty market town of Llangollen it is a great pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath and gym and tennis courts/squash courts. All 72 en-suite place for a holiday. In the 18th century it was an important coaching inn and is bedrooms without exception, have superbly comfortable beds, crisp white linen and plump filled with olde-world charm. All bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with pillows, television and tea/coffee making facilities. There are two steps down to the ground television, radio, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel floor bedrooms but can also be accessed via the lift, first floor rooms are accessed via stairs. does not have a lift or ground floor rooms. WiFi is available in public areas. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 3 nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast, entry to Black Country Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, journey on the Living Museum, ride on the Severn Valley Railway, canal trip in Dudley, entrance to Ffestiniog Railway, horse drawn boat ride, Llanfiar Light Railway and excursion National Waterways Museum, boat trip in Gloucester and excursion programme. programme.

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5 Days 7 Days £350 £730 © Mike Heath Monday 18 to Friday 22 July 2022 Tuesday 19 to Monday 25 July 2022 LOVELY LIVERPOOL, SUNNY CHANNEL ISLANDS – JERSEY, GUERNSEY, SARK & HERM SOUTHPORT AND THE OPTION Single supplement £240 • Holiday insurance £40 Join us to visit four Channel Islands in one break! This tour takes in Guernsey and Jersey whilst visiting the smaller islands of Sark and Herm. All of this whilst staying in two magnificent hotels OF TATTON PARK FLOWER SHOW which we have picked to explore the beautiful sights that there is to offer. Jersey is renowned for its £380 with Tatton Park Flower Show • Single supplement £60 dramatic coastal scenery, peaceful green lanes and fields dotted with Jersey cows. Walk around the pretty Howard Davis Park, alternatively take the convenient ‘Hop On Hop Off’ bus for visits to Holiday insurance £24 attractions such as the world famous Durrell Wildlife Park and the fascinating Jersey War Tunnels telling the story of Jersey’s occupation during WWII. Guernsey is steeped in wartime history and the A city steeped in history, culture and attractions, Liverpool is one of the most popular city break legacy is a labyrinth of fortifications plus fascinating museums that vividly recreate everyday life in destinations in the UK and makes a great destination for a coach break. Liverpool’s most famous the occupied islands. sons “The Beatles” are celebrated across the city; from the exhibition in the Albert Dock to the famous Cavern Club where the lads once played, you can map out their incredible journey TUESDAY: We travel along the south coast to Poole for the ferry crossing to amongst the vibrancy and history that radiates throughout this city. Tatton Flower show is a Guernsey. A coach will meet you at the port to take you to the La Trelade Hotel for fabulous day out bursting with colourful gardening inspiration, fun activities, have-a-go a three night stay. workshops and boutique shopping. Set in the magnificent parklands of Tatton Park, the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park is a spectacular day out. It comes at the end of the summer and is the EXCURSION PROGRAMME: last in the year of the major RHS shows, creating a relaxed, celebratory atmosphere. • A full day excursion to Sark. On arrival, transfers by tractor-train are provided up the hill from the port to the village centre. This sleepy island has no cars, just MONDAY: After a morning departure we travel north to Knowsley and the bicycles and horse drawn carts. A two hour carriage ride around the island is included with stops to take in beautiful coastal views and La Seigneurie Gardens. Suites Hotel and Spa where we will stay for the next four nights. • A half day excursion to the beautiful Herm Island. There are no cars and no TUESDAY: The day is yours to explore what Liverpool has to offer. You may pressure, just an active policy of preserving the island’s pristine natural like to visit the Liverpool Beatles Museum with over 300 authentic, never-seen- environment and peacefulness. Enjoy beach walks, gift shops at the harbour plus before artefacts from the Fab Four’s Lives. Or you might like to take a trip up the the Mermaid Tavern. After time at leisure on Herm we return to St Peter Port for our Royal Liver Building and experience the 360° view over the incredible cityscape transfer to the hotel. and maybe finish your day with a relaxing cruise along the Mersey. FRIDAY: Depart Guernsey and travel by ferry to Jersey where a coach will transfer you to the Monterey Hotel for the next three nights. WEDNESDAY: A choice today! You might like to join us for a day at the RHS EXCURSION PROGRAMME : Tatton Park Flower Show, a festival bursting with colourful gardening inspiration • A full day excursion around the island which includes the beautiful bays of St. and workshops to keep you entertained throughout the day. Or you might like to Brelade’s and St. Ouen’s, the Corbiere Lighthouse and charming harbour village of spend the day at the hotel enjoying the leisure facilities, your suite and the hotels St. Aubins. surroundings. There is a direct dial telephone in the hotel where you can book a MONDAY: It is time to depart Jersey, meet your coach which will transfer you taxi or hop on the bus to Liverpool’s City Centre to finish exploring the cultural city. to the ferry port for our condor sailing back into Poole. Our coach will be there THURSDAY: This morning is spent in Ormskirk on market day, best known waiting to return you to your chosen departure point. for its gingerbread, to enjoy its market day which offers around 100 stalls full of At the time of going to print passports are not essential but photo identification is interesting goodies. Admire the 12th Century Ormskirk Parish Church which is required, please complete the continental section on the back page of our booking one of the only three churches in the country to have both a steeple and a spire. form. If a market isn’t your thing then enjoy coffee and cake in one of the many Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. restaurants and cafes. Onto Southport, home to the countries oldest surviving Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/technical issues cause problems to your ferry journeys. Ferry times are not available at the and the second longest iron pier. Explore this popular seaside resort and take in time of our brochure going to print, they are normally advised early 2022 and may the air of Victorian elegance. Follow the Sefton Coast back to our hotel. incur an early start or late finish to your holiday. FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart our hotel and head south, making a stop LA TRELADE HOTEL, ST. MARTIN*** along the way to arrive home late afternoon/early. La Trelade Hotel is based on the most beautiful part of the Channel Islands, Guernsey, in the parish of Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated Saint Martin. Leisure facilities include an indoor 13-metre pool that faces south over the beautiful below. terrace and garden, a sauna, steam room to unwind and a state-of-the-art gym. All non-smoking, en suite bedrooms are fully equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen television, SUITES HOTEL AND SPA, KNOWSLEY**** telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and free WiFi. There is a lift. Located in Knowsley, just 8 miles from Liverpool city centre. The hotel boasts a wellness MONTEREY HOTEL, JERSEY*** centre including a hot tub, sauna, indoor swimming pool as well as a garden, bar, bistro and This 3-star rated hotel has seen continuous investment in its amenities including a restaurant and free WiFi. You will have the luxury of a suite which provides you with the contemporary design to the restaurant, offering a range of cuisine including a full English right balance of relaxation and comfort which includes a spacious bedroom featuring either buffet breakfast and a freshly prepared menu each evening. The hotel has an open-plan and a double bed for single travellers, super king size bed or twin beds and are equipped with a comfortable bar area and excellent lounges to relax in. Leisure facilities include an indoor trouser press, ironing equipment, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. In addition to the swimming pool, steam room, spa bath and mini gym. A large, seasonal outdoor swimming bedroom, the suites include a lounge area which features a dining table and chairs, coffee pool is also available for fine days surrounded by a sun terrace. All 73 bedrooms are en-suite table and a sofa to relax and watch your second television. There is a lift. with a television, radio, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Transfers to the ferry ports and return, transfers from port to hotel and return, ferry crossings Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, the option of Poole/Guernsey/Jersey/Poole, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, full day tour of Jersey, half Tatton Park Flower Show and excursion programme. day excursion to Herm and a full day excursion to Sark with two hour carriage ride.

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Thursday 21 to Wednesday 27 July 2022 Friday 22 to Friday 29 July 2022 ISLE OF MAN – BRITAIN’ TREASURE ISLAND GREAT YARMOUTH, SANDRINGHAM Single supplement £95 • Holiday insurance £27 AND NORFOLK HIGHLIGHTS One of the world’s most beautiful islands lying in the middle of the Irish Sea, the STEAM, CRUISING AND FARMING Isle of Man is a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. You will find natural Single supplement £77 • Sea view supplement £56 beauty, breath-taking scenery, unspoilt beaches and a pace of life that is unique. Holiday insurance £29 The Isle of Man is steeped in its heritage, with a mix of Celtic crosses, crofting communities, Viking burial sites, medieval castles as well as the world’s largest Come and enjoy over 15 miles of safe, sandy beaches stretching along an ever changing working water wheel, The Laxey Wheel otherwise known as the Lady Isabella. coastline ranging from rugged cliffs to amusements with lots to see and do. The Golden With a working Victorian transport system of narrow gauge steam trains, electric Mile stretches out along the near perfect flat parade making it ideal for the elderly to explore and enjoy the views on Marine Parade, the vibrant focal point of Great and horse drawn trams, the Isle of Man is a step back in time for you to enjoy. Yarmouth’s seafront, where ice cream and donkey rides combine with the sea and sand for the perfect seaside holiday. There is a lot to take in here from the new, state of the art THURSDAY: We depart the Westcountry and drive to our overnight hotel galleries depicting what life was really like for the Victorian poor, people think of in the Lancashire area. workhouses as grim environments straight out of Oliver Twist, but the truth is much more complex and a very harsh life. With lottery funding Gressenhall Farm has been FRIDAY: We board the ferry from Heysham to Douglas, we then continue to able to preserve history for us all to enjoy. the Rutland Hotel for our five night stay. FRIDAY: Following a morning departure we travel to Great Yarmouth and the EXCURSION PROGRAMME: New Beach Hotel for our seven night stay. • First, we visit Tynwald Hill, home of the World’s most continuous parliament. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Then onto Peel, where you can see the only Cathedral on the Island, also an • A morning drive will take us through Lowestoft to Southwold with its iconic Pier. historic fishing port popular for its fine sands and delicious Manx Kippers. We Onto the Suffolk’s heritage coast and the pretty coastal town of Aldeburgh with its complete our day with a visit to Ramsey which takes position as the second unspoilt beach dotted with fishermen’s huts and charming historic high street. largest town on the Isle of Man. • We travel to Norwich, the most complete medieval city in Britain with fascinating museums, a magnificent cathedral, a Norman castle, ancient pubs, • A visit to the Laxey Wheel and Snaefell for an optional train ride on the cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, a jumble of medieval lanes and a delightful Mountain Railway, the only mountain electric railway in the British Isles, which Watergate down by the Riverside – don’t forget your spending money, Norwich takes you on a breath-taking 5 mile journey from Laxey to the summit of has been voted one of the top ten destinations for shopping!! Today we shall also Snaefell (please note we have based this visit on 2021 opening hours and may visit Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse which is one of the best preserved be subject to change). workhouse buildings in the country. Gressenhall Farm is set within 50 beautiful acres of Norfolk countryside, it is also a traditional farm with rare breed animals, • First a visit to Castletown the old capital of the island. Onto Calf of Man, a garden and orchard. small island at the south western extremity of the Isle of Man from which it is • A tour of the Norfolk Broads tour with a trip to Aylsham where we board the separated by a narrow strait of water known as Calf Sound. We continue onto Bure Valley Steam Railway for a single journey through unspoilt countryside to Port Erin well known as an old smuggling site and a pretty Victorian seaside Wroxham. A short stroll brings you to Wroxham Bridge where we board the town. ‘Broads Tours’ boat to enjoy a picturesque circular cruise along the Wroxham Barns where you can browse in the traditional craft and gift shops. WEDNESDAY: We board the ferry from Douglas to Heysham and then • A visit to Sandringham House and Gardens, a friendly and informal place to continue south and travel back home for arrival during the early evening. visit, with knowledgeable guides in every room of the house and acres of beautiful gardens to explore while the museum houses extraordinary collections Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated of Royal vehicles, rare ceramics, photographs and memorabilia. below. FRIDAY: We say farewell to Great Yarmouth and travel home to arrive late Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ afternoon/early evening. technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. RUTLAND HOTEL, DOUGLAS*** Located on the desirable Queen’s promenade, overlooking the spectacular Douglas NEW BEACH HOTEL, GREAT YARMOUTH*** Bay, your hotel offers comfort, style and a welcoming atmosphere that will help you The New Beach Hotel is situated in Great Yarmouth’s most central and lively location, unwind. All bedrooms are accessible via the lift (not suitable for wheelchairs) and are on the sea front opposite Britannia Pier, adjacent to the shops and resort amenities. en-suite with telephones, tea/coffee making facilities, satellite television, broadband The hotel has free Wi-Fi in public areas, is non-smoking throughout has a spacious and hairdryer. Seaview rooms are available on request and will incur a supplement. cocktail bar/lounge, a magnificent restaurant and a large dancefloor. All bedrooms are There are nine steps to access the hotel entrance, there are no ground floor rooms. en-suite and equipped with television, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making WiFi available. facilities. A lift serves most of the rooms. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings. On Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, journey on the Bure the Isle of Man only: porterage, entertainment during your stay and excursion Valley Steam Railway, Broads Tours Cruise, entrance to Gressenhall Farm and programme. Workhouse and excursion programme.

48 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 8 Days FREE 5 Days £680 BAR £740 1800-2230

Sunday 24 to Sunday 31 July 2022 Thursday 28 July to Monday 1 August 2022 ITALIAN DOLOMITES AND LAKE GARDA ISLES OF SCILLY Single supplement £85 • Holiday insurance £42 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24

One of the most stunning locations in Europe! The region offers a handful of Just 28 miles off the Cornish coast, the Isles of Scilly are a unique, sub-tropical historic cities, towering mountains and renaissance treasures to explore. The haven for a variety of wildlife and our itinerary allows plenty of time to enjoy the hospitality is legendary and the food and wine is a treat for all. They may not beautiful surroundings. The Isles offer a certain quality of life - simpler, kinder be Italy’s tallest mountains but the jagged snow-capped Dolomites are surely and more peaceful. A quality long lost to many other parts of the UK, 2,200 the most spectacular. In this beautiful part of Northern Italy, full of Tyrolean people are lucky enough to call it home. There are five inhabited islands - St. influences, it is all about the magnificent mountain scenery, picturesque lakes, Mary’s, Tresco, St. Martin’s, Bryher and St. Agnes plus countless uninhabited pretty alpine style hamlets and lush fertile valleys covered with vines and ones to explore. Each island has its distinct characteristics. Scilly also boasts an orchards. Our base is the charming village of Fai della Paganella in the Trentino incredible ancient history and archaeology, alongside sweeping sea views and region where you will be made to feel at home by Fausto and his family at the rugged undeveloped coasts. Out at sea, there are incredible shipwrecks and charming and extremely popular chalet style Hotel Paganella. amazing wildlife. Another gem on the island of Tresco is the Abbey-Garden which is home to over 20,000 exotic species of plants, a variety of which cannot SUNDAY: An early start to travel to Folkestone for the Eurotunnel crossing to be grown anywhere else in Britain. Calais. We continue on to Saarbrucken for our overnight stay. THURSDAY: We have a fairly early departure to travel to Penzance for the MONDAY: We cross into Italy and to the Dolomites and Fai della Paganella morning sailing to St Marys. (Usually departs around 0900 and arrives 1215) where we will stay for the next five nights. Enjoy the ferry crossing to the Isles of Scilly where on arrival your luggage will EXCURSION PROGRAMME: be transferred to the Bell Rock Hotel for you. Take the five-minute walk from St. • A circular tour of the breath-taking Dolomites to the top of Passo Pordoi – A Mary’s Harbour to your hotel. long but beautiful day. FRIDAY: Enjoy an introductory guided tour of St.Mary’s with a local coach • We drive up the Val di Sole and over the pass at Madonna di Campiglio and operator. Commentary will give you an insight into life on this, the largest marvel at the spectacular views of the Brenta Peak. Then we will visit the island in the archipelago. The rest of the day is spent at leisure. charming and pretty Lake Molveno before returning to our hotel. • Our route this morning takes us back past the incredibly scenic Lake Molveno, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: The time is yours to explore the islands enjoying a relaxing route taking us through to the back of Lake Garda to Riva. at your leisure. Riva offers a lakeside historic centre and is the most northerly point in Europe MONDAY: Unfortunately, it’s time to leave the where olive trees grow! We have free time to explore Riva and perhaps enjoy a tranquillity of the island and return to the mainland delicious lunch or drink in the main square. on the afternoon ferry back to Penzance. Our coach • Today, Fausto will play host and take us out for a gentle walk around the will be waiting to return you to your drop off point. friendly Village of Fai. We enjoy a picnic with great company, food and wine... Please Note: Admissions and fares are not and get into the relaxed ‘Paganella way of life’ in the mountains! included in the price unless stated below. SATURDAY: We say goodbye to Italy and travel to our overnight hotel in Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ Saarbrucken. technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry journey. SUNDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Calais for the return crossing Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure going to print, back to Folkestone. We arrive back into the westcountry for mid evening. they are normally advised early 2022 and may incur an early start or late finish to your holiday. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. BELL ROCK HOTEL, ST MARYS, ISLES OF SCILLY *** This small hotel has been welcoming guests for over 100 years and is situated in HOTEL PAGANELLA, FAI DELLA PAGANELLA*** Hugh Town, the capital of St. Marys. It has a relaxed, informal atmosphere and An intimate, friendly, family run hotel ideally located to tour the area. Fausto and his family enjoys a high level of repeat business. Ideally situated in a level position, midway ensure you a warm welcome in this typically Austrian chalet styled dwelling. There is a bar, between Town Beach to the front and Porthcressa Bay at the rear, both beaches are a traditional restaurant, a lounge, and seating areas with WiFi in public areas. All 26 about 100 yards away! The 23 bedrooms all have en-suite facilities with either bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with television, hairdryer. There is a lift. showers or baths (or both) and the hotel has been extensively modernised. All bedrooms have television, radio, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities, direct dial telephone and WiFi. The hotel has an indoor swimming pool. There is no lift but INCLUDED IN THE PRICE some ground floor rooms are available. Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, eurotunnel crossings, welcome drink in each hotel, Italy Only: porterage, unlimited wine and water INCLUDED IN THE PRICE with dinner each evening, free bar between 18:00 – 22:30 on selected drinks Transfer to Penzance ferry port and return, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, (exclusions apply), a quiz night, Grolla evening in the bar on one evening, a wine return ferry crossings, luggage transfers between port and hotel and an tasting evening, a farewell candlelit Trentino dinner with music and excursion introductory guided coach tour with a local operator. programme.

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Sunday 31 July to Thursday 4 August 2022 Sunday 31 July to Friday 05 August 2022 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON AND SUNNY SKEGNESS, LOVELY LINCOLN THE COTSWOLDS AND WONDERFUL WOLDS Single supplement £100 • Holiday insurance £24 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £27

There are many fantastic areas of Stratford-upon-Avon to explore, which is Over the years, Skegness has been and remains one of the most popular why visitors flock back year after year to discover more. From quaint side destinations for both family and retirement seaside holidays in the UK. If you love streets with unique and individual shops to open parklands along the river, the beach, Lincolnshire’s fifty miles of stunning coastline won’t disappoint. Families there’s something for everyone. A market town with more than 800 years of will relish the safe, blue-flag beaches and traditional resorts of Skegness and history, containing not only many buildings that survive today that would Mablethorpe. You can visit the historic city of Lincoln, don’t miss Lincoln Castle have been familiar to Shakespeare, but also a thriving community offering a where the Magna Carta is now permanently on display, the result of a £22 million investment of the castle, Lincoln Cathedral is one of Europe’s finest gothic buildings wide variety of interest. We explore some of England’s most treasured with its vaulted ceilings, and intricate stained glass windows, it was at one time landscapes, where mellow stone-built towns and villages are tucked away the tallest building in the world, its history has been long and varied and if you amidst rolling limestone hills. search the Angel Choir you may discover the imp which was turned to stone for his mischief there. SUNDAY: Following our morning departure we travel by way of Tetbury and Cirencester to our hotel in Stratford-upon-Avon for our four-night stay. SUNDAY: Following your morning departure we travel to the East coast MONDAY: We will begin our day with a relaxing 45-minute river cruise with to our hotel based on the seafront in Skegness, the Savoy Hotel for our five an engaging guide who will bring Shakespeare’s Stratford to Life. The afternoon night stay. will be spent exploring Stratford, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Perhaps EXCURSION PROGRAMME: take in Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, a beautiful 500-year-old year old cottage where • A coastal tour taking in Ingoldmells, with its golden sands, it is the perfect Shakespeare courted his bride-to-be or you may like to enjoy an afternoon tea at place to sit and relax when the sun is shining. Onto Chapel St. Leonards where Hotel Arden, overlooking the River Avon. the village centre is bursting with traditional shops and amusements. We also take in Mablethorpe, a charming resort with a beach not only scenic but TUESDAY: We spend today at the fabulous Blenheim Palace, the seat of the golden, safe and clean. We return with a drive through the Lincolnshire Wolds, Dukes of Marlborough. One of England’s largest houses, and was built in the early which are designated an Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The fertile chalk 1700s and was designated a World Heritage Site in 1987. Explore this Royal home hills have been shaped by agriculture for more than 4,000 years. and step into the many gilded State Room, visit the Churchill Exhibition and wander the formal gardens. • An excursion to the historic Fens. It is market day in the beautiful 14th century town of Boston! Take in the beautiful Fenland’s picturesque scenery WEDNESDAY: This morning we make our way to Charlecote Park, a grand and visit St Botolph’s church, affectionately known as Boston’s Stump. For the National Trust property which was one of the first great Elizabethan houses. afternoon we travel to Spalding, with its relaxing waterfront, Georgian Queen Elizabeth I stayed here and, as a boy, William Shakespeare got into trouble terraces and tree-lined streets. for poaching here. Enjoy the house and the gardens with their colourful parterre. • A morning visit to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre in The day will take us driving through the beautiful Cotswolds to the historic village Coningsby. We then travel to Lincoln where you will have time to explore the of Broadway, with time to browse the independent shops and cafes. fascinating history. Browse the many shops, cafes and bars at your leisure, or take in Lincoln Cathedral which is one of Europe’s finest Gothic buildings and THURSDAY: We depart Stratford-upon-Avon and make our way back to the Westcountry, arriving home late afternoon/early evening. dominates the skyline. FRIDAY: After breakfast it is time to make our way home to arrive for late Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated afternoon/early evening. below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON**** With a picturesque setting amid landscaped gardens and beside the River Avon, the SAVOY HOTEL, SKEGNESS **** hotel is ideally situated just off the M40 motorway and is within walking distance to Skegness’ premier seafront hotel in an excellent promenade location, renowned for the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon with its many attractions. The welcoming its superb restaurant, where the experienced chef offers delicious home cooked food, freshly prepared using only the finest of Lincolnshire’s produce and delivered to your bedrooms are bright and modern, and are all equipped with a television and tea/ table with a friendly and professional service. There is a contemporary Savoy lounge coffee making facilities. You can enjoy lovely views from the riverside restaurant or and bar. All 46 stylish bedrooms are en-suite and furnished to a very high standard relax at the terrace bar and lounge. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor and fully equipped with a television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift that swimming pool, sauna, spa pool, steam room and gym. There is a lift. reaches two floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Battle welcome tea/coffee, 45 minute sightseeing cruise and excursion programme. of Britain Flight Centre and excursion programme.

50 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 7 Days £895

Tuesday 2 to Monday 8 August 2022 SHETLAND ISLES – THE ISLAND OF THE VIKINGS Single supplement £240 • Holiday insurance £27

The Shetland Isles are a subarctic group of Islands that form the most northern part of Scotland, they are ruggedly handsome and wonderfully secluded. Along with your experienced guide that will be with you for three days, you will see landscapes like no other in the world, visit internationally renowned sites which reflects Shetland’s history, be absorbed in the culture and be quite simply blown-away by the scenery and wildlife. This is an experience of a lifetime holiday on an island unlike anywhere else, with its strong Viking influence still in evidence to this day. SHETLAND HOTEL, LERWICK *** Situated across from the ferry terminal with commanding views overlooking the bay, the hotel is only a few minutes’ walk from the town centre. The Waterfront bar and grill, on the second floor, serves delicious lunches and evening meals and is also a perfect retreat for those just wishing to have a drink and soak up the atmosphere. There are 65 modern en-suite bedrooms equipped with a television, free WiFi, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. There is a lift to some bedrooms.

TUESDAY: Following a morning departure, we travel north to our overnight Shetland croft which was lived in until the late 60’s. After lunch we have an hotel located in the Lancashire area. opportunity to take a photo of the Shetland Ponies in the Tingwall Valley before WEDNESDAY: Travel across the border into Scotland and enjoy a scenic arriving into Scalloway, the former capital of the Shetlands’, with its 15th century journey travelling through the changing landscape to arrive into Aberdeen during castle dominating the skyline. We visit the museum displaying local island the afternoon. Time permitting see the historic merchant quarter or maybe relax in exhibitions, history and folklore. one of the many parks and award winning gardens. We board our boat in Aberdeen SATURDAY: Today we visit the villages of Voe and Brae and view the ‘Drongs’ for the 1700 overnight ferry crossing to the Shetland Isles. Enjoy your evening meal – a spectacular series of sea stacks. Entry into Tangwick Haa Museum followed by onboard and comfortable en-suite twin berth cabin, all included. an afternoon guided tour of Shetland Jewellery Workshop. Free time in Lerwick THURSDAY: After breakfast on board meet your local experienced guide for a via Wormadale Viewpoint, before boarding your ship for the return overnight tour of the Northern Isles – Yell and Unst. Take a photo stop at the vast Sullom Voe sailing to Aberdeen with dinner on board and a two berth cabin. Oil Terminal, then the short ferry crossing to Yell, with entry into the Old Haa SUNDAY: Following your breakfast we disembark and travel the coastal road Museum, Burravoe – full of unusual artefacts from the lives of islanders. Board the passing sandy St Cyrus Beach, Montrose and Arbroath – famous for its ‘Smokies’. short ferry to Unst, with many beautiful beaches and Saxa vord, home to the RAF for We arrive in Dundee, with entry into the new V&A Museum. Over the Tay Bridge decades. A light lunch is included. See Muckle Flugga – the most northern tip of the and into Fife, with a short stop at the university town of St.Andrews, before UK, then Skidbladner, a replica Viking Long Ship. Check into the Shetland hotel for continuing along the coast through the fishing villages of Crail and St Monans our two night stay. and to our overnight hotel near the borders. FRIDAY: Today we take a coastal tour towards Sumburgh Head RSPB reserve, MONDAY: Continue our journey south to arrive home late afternoon/early stopping at probably the best beach on Shetland – St.Ninians. View cliff scenery, evening. golden beaches and seabird colonies. Afterwards onto Viking Jarlshof Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated archaeological site – one of Europe’s largest and most complex sites spanning below. We cannot be held responsible if any problems occur which causes over 400 years and visit the Croft House Museum, a mid-nineteenth century delays to ferry crossings. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast in hotels, 2 overnight ferry crossings with cabin accommodation, evening meal and breakfast, guide for three days on Shetland, ferry crossings as mentioned in the itinerary, entrances to the Old Haa Museum, Croft House Museum, Scalloway Museum, Tangwick Haa Museum, V&A Museum and guided tour of Shetland’s Jewellery Workshop, Unst light lunch and excursion programme.

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Saturday 6 to Monday 8 August 2022 Friday 12 to Sunday 14 August 2022 MYSTERY WEEKEND CHOCOLATE, CHEETAHS AND CARRIAGES Single supplement £30 • Holiday insurance £19 CADBURY WORLD, WEST MIDLANDS SAFARI PARK & SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY Single supplement £40 • Holiday insurance £19 Our mystery weekends are always in demand, but will you be by the sea or a town inland? We vary the destination of each mystery tour, but we hope it is a Cadbury World is located in the historic Bournville village, it is a chocolate weekend you will truly adore. haven divided into 14 unique zones, where you can learn about the history of this iconic chocolate and watch Cadbury chocolatiers work their magic. Walk SATURDAY: Departure from through time in the life-sized chocolate Street, enjoy the 4D chocolate cinema your local area and travel by the experience and treat yourself in the world’s largest Cadbury shop. Enjoy a scenic way to reach our safari drive at West Midlands Safari Park, it provides a unique chance to get destination. close to some of your favourite animals in their natural habitat. Take the four SUNDAY: A full day mile trip through the zoo and come face to face with all your favourites. sightseeing excursion. Whether they are big or small, fierce or cute, we will pass them all. Look out for the cheetahs, elephants, lions, tigers and wallabies from your coach MONDAY: A departure after window. There is plenty to explore on foot too including Mark O’Shea’s reptile breakfast and return home for late world, lorikeet landing, twilight cave, creepy crawlies, Aquarium and Penguin afternoon/early evening. Cove. There are sea lion shows and penguin feeds. In the African village you Please Note: Admissions and can watch hippos swimming in the lake, walk through Lemur wood the fares are not included in the price unless stated below. largest in the United Kingdom and get close to the meerkats. For Mystery breaks, we are unable to provide guidance regarding the suitability for individual needs and we offer no recompense if a location, FRIDAY: Following our morning departure we travel to the outskirts of places of interest or excursions are not to your expectations. Birmingham for an afternoon at Cadbury’s world. Don’t eat too much chocolate or else you will spoil your evening meal! Arrive at the HOTEL Bromsgrove Hotel for our two night stay. Your hotel is a minimum of three star, all rooms being en-suite with television and the usual facilities. SATURDAY: A day to the West Midland Safari and Leisure Park. It’s not all about the animals, enjoy the thrills of the Adventure Theme Park too. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Return to the hotel, perhaps take advantage of the swimming pool. Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion programme. SUNDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Bridgnorth for the train U journey to Bewdley where your coach will be awaiting your arrival. S N Continue our journey home to arrive for late afternoon/early evening. R O E W I

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BRITANNIA BROMSGROVE HOTEL AND SPA, BROMSGROVE**** urchase a gift voucher for family or friends Bromsgrove Hotel and Spa is conveniently located in the heart of England and is a great location for our itinerary. You can enjoy a tranquil stay with a range of modern features in a convenient location. The hotel has leisure facilities including You can buy any amount to put towards a holiday or an indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa and beauty salon. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with a hairdryer, television, telephone and tea/coffee pay for a whole holiday to really treat someone special. making facilities. There is no lift but there are ground floor rooms (on request). n ideal gift at any time of the year. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrances to West Midlands Safari Park, Cadbury’s World, journey on the Severn Valley Railway * Subject to terms and conditions available on request and excursion programme.

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Friday 12 to Monday 15 August 2022 Sunday 14 to Saturday 20 August 2022 CRUISING THE RIVER THAMES NORTHUMBRIA’S RUGGED COAST & FROM OXFORD TO LONDON COUNTRYSIDE CATHERINE COOKSON’ COUNTRY Single supplement £90 • Holiday insurance £23 Single supplement £150 • Holiday insurance £27

The River Thames, the second longest river in the UK, has many stories to tell. Spoilt for choice – that’s Northumbria! It’s beautiful, un-crowded, interesting, In this two-centre short break we reveal many of those stories as we take four entertaining, original and stylish. Outdoor lovers relish the moorland and very different, but equally relaxing cruises calling at Oxford, Henley-On- mountain scenery, the broad beaches and the peace. In contrast, night owls Thames, Kew, central London and Greenwich. love the bars and bistros. Visitors are fascinated by Northumbria’s history from the early Christians and the Roman empire-builders to the medieval FRIDAY: Following your morning departure we travel to Oxford, The City of barons and the Victorian investors, or there’s shopping, internationally Dreaming Spires. It is famous the world over for its University and place in important art, wildlife and kippers. history. For over 800 years it has been a home to royalty and scholars. From here, we will enjoy a circular 40 minute cruise before heading to the Hilton SUNDAY: After our morning departure we head north and arrive at our Hotel in Reading for our two night stay. hotel near Newcastle, the Marriott Hotel for our six night stay. SATURDAY: We join our boat this morning at Caversham Bridge in Reading for a gentle two hour cruise. We will pass through many picturesque riverside EXCURSION PROGRAMME: villages, take in the countryside which is rich in wildlife. The highlights include • A full day traversing along the coastal road. We first explore the unspoilt passing the immaculate grounds of Park Place and Holme Park as well as the Northumbrian coastline and if the tides permit, we will cross over the lavishly opulent riverside properties of Wargrave and Henley. We disembark in narrow causeway to the birthplace of Christianity in Britain – The Holy the delightful riverside town of Henley-on-Thames. There is free time for lunch Island of Lindisfarne. Onto Alnwick to visit the castle and gardens which is and to look around the town, with around 300 buildings designated ‘of special the second largest inhabited castle in England and featured in the popular architectural or historical interest’. We then take a scenic drive following the movies Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, Harry Potter and now features in river through Marlow, Cookham and Maidenhead back to our hotel in Reading. season five of hit television series – Downton Abbey. SUNDAY: RIVER THAMES: We travel to Kew to start our 90 minute cruise to • A tour to Durham – here you will have free time to explore before we visit Westminster in the very heart of London. The journey will follow the path of the the Angel of the North. University boat race, passing Chiswick, Barnes, Putney, Battersea and Chelsea before arriving at Westminster Pier. Free time in London to enjoy our fabulous • Today we will take you into Gateshead located on the south bank of the capital City. We then check in at the four star Doubletree Hilton Docklands Tyne, take the chance to walk across the ‘Winking Eye’ Millennium Bridge Riverside. Your diner is not included tonight but perhaps make your way into into Newcastle, or join a boat at the quayside where you can cruise the U central London to enjoy the variety of pubs, restaurants or cafés (Or simply relax River Tyne. S N R O back at the hotel). E W • Today our excursion takes us on a journey through time to the ancient I

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Monday 15 to Friday 19 August 2022 Wednesday 17 to Saturday 20 August 2022 TRAINS, WITCHES AND ROPES MAGICAL DISNEYLAND PARIS PENNINE EXPLORER AND RIBBLE VALLEY Adult holiday insurance £36 • Child holiday insurance (aged 2-17) £18 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 £149 Per child 3-11 when sharing with an adult. Join us to explore a classic rail experience through pretty moorland scenery, an £739 Per adult based on 1 adult in a room. afternoon in the famous cheese town of Hawes on market day taking in the pretty £469 Per adult based on 2 adults in a room. sights of waterfalls and museums, a visit to Barton Grange with its wow-factor £379 Per adult based on 3 adults in a room. garden centre, two railway journeys, yummy fish and chips lunch, a tour of the Pendle Witches and Ribble Valley, followed by the ghostly Samlesbury Hall. £334 Per adult based on 4 adults in a room. Disneyland Park – Discover the world of Disney brought to life through fairy tale, MONDAY: We depart the Westcountry and travel north to the Pennines and magic and imagination. Explore the five magical lands of Main Street U.S.A, the Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel for our four night stay. Fantasyland, Adventureland, Discovery land and Frontierland. Board a runaway TUESDAY: Travel to Settle to enjoy a classic morning rail journey on the Settle mine train for the wildest ride in the wilderness on Big Thunder Mountain or set sail to Carlisle Railway. Considered the most scenic rail journey in England. The journey on a swashbuckling cruise into villainous territory on Pirates of the Caribbean. takes us through moorland scenery and over the famous Ribblehead Viaduct. Dance along with Disney Characters in the daily parade featuring lively music, Disembark at Kirkby Stephen to travel to Hawes for the afternoon, home to the colourful floats and vibrant performers and don’t miss the night time spectacular famous Wensleydale Cheese. A lot of things to do here, from browsing the Disney Illuminations with magnificent fireworks, incredible light projections and traditional market to visiting the Wensleydale Creamery and the rope museum stunning special effects. which makes things from barrier ropes, bannister ropes, pet accessories, dog leads, skipping ropes, clothes line and equestrian ropes. Travel back to our hotel via the Walk Disney Studios Park – Lights, Camera, Action! Step through Ribblehead Viaduct – see it from a different angle, a great photo stop! the studio gates and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of film and WEDNESDAY: Our morning will start with a visit to Barton Grange, a garden amination. Explore four cinemagical studio lots featuring thrilling attractions centre with a wow factor! From here, we enjoy a cruise on the Lancaster canal and spectacular shows. Plunge 13 unlucky floors on the Twilight Zone Tower of which cruises along the Lune Aqueduct with its five majestic stone arches Terror or take a ride on a turtle shell through the East Australian Current on spanning the River Lune. This scenic cruise features attractive scenery and views Crush’s Coaster. Shrink down to the size of a rat with Remy and his friends on of the Bowland Hills, not to mention the wildlife that abounds on the canal. Our Ratatouille - The adventure or enlist in the little green regiment in Toy Soldiers next stop is Bolton and the Olympus Fish and Chip Restaurant, an award winning, Parachute Drop. upmarket family run restaurant offering the best quality fish and chip meals and a wide range menu. We will tuck into a delicious cod and chips meal with tea or Disney Village – The magic does not stop even after the parks have coffee to wash it down with (other menu options to choose from). closed in Disney’s entertainment district. There’s something for the whole THURSDAY: Hubble bubble, toil and trouble. Are you brave enough to hear family with shopping, restaurants and bars, a cinema and more. a chilling tale that echoes down the ages? Today we experience an enlightening WEDNESDAY: An early start today to travel to Folkestone for a late and informative half day coach guided tour which tells the story of the most famous witchcraft trial in English history. We will hear about all the mystical morning Eurotunnel crossing into Calais. Continue to our hotel on-site legends and follow the route the Pendle Witches took through the Ribble Valley Disneyland Paris to arrive late afternoon. Check in and the fun starts straight to Lancaster Castle where they stood trial. This afternoon we will visit away. We have included a three day hopper pass which entitles you access to Samlesbury Hall a beautiful half-timbered medieval house with a turbulent and BOTH Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park with the ability to hop dramatic history and now one of the most haunted locations in Britain. from one park to another. Your ticket will be valid for Wednesday, Thursday FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south to arrive home late afternoon/ and Friday. early evening. SATURDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel back to Calais for the late Please Note: Admissions and fare are not included unless stated below. morning Eurotunnel crossing into Folkestone. Continue our journey home to On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, arrive early evening. steam vehicles may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated MERCURE BLACKBURN DUNKENHALGH HOTEL AND SPA, below. CLAYTON-LE-MOORS**** HOTEL SANTA FE, ONSITE DISNEY** Set in seventeen acres of glorious parkland this 700-year-old buildings’ original Discover an oasis of comfort on Route 66 at this Santa Fe-themed hotel which offers classic turrets, porticoes and wood panelled corridors evoke memories of a bygone age, yet its modern facilities make it a unique hotel. All 175 bedrooms blend age old Disney value and good old-fashioned South-West American hospitality. Pose for a selfie with comfort with modern design. They are en-suite with Wi-Fi, telephone, satellite your favourite Disney Characters in the hotel reception! With bright coloured rooms inspired television, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. The hotel also boasts an indoor by the Disney Pixar movie cars, there is no better place to take a siesta…or join the fiesta! swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and fitness centre. There is a lift which serves some Cars standard rooms have two double beds, bathroom, television, ceiling fan, telephone, bedrooms but there are ground floor rooms available. hairdryer and free Wifi access. You have lots of choice for meals at the La Cantina restaurant, cool off and recharge over a refreshing drink at the Rio Grande Bar and get your daily INCLUDED IN THE PRICE caffeine fix at Starbucks Coffee. Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, Settle-Carlisle Railway Journey, return trip on the Lancaster canal, guided tour of Pendle Witches and INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Ribble Valley, fish and chip meal (or alternative), entrance to Samlesbury Hall and Executive coach travel, 3 night’s bed and breakfast, three day Disney hopper pass and excursion programme. Eurotunnel crossings.

54 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 6 Days 5 Days £525 £295

Wednesday 17 to Saturday 20 August 2022 Sunday 21 to Friday 26 August 2022 Monday 22 to Friday 26 August 2022 MAGICAL DISNEYLAND PARIS ENGLISH LAKES AND THE SCOTTISH BOATS, TRAINS AND PLANES Adult holiday insurance £36 • Child holiday insurance (aged 2-17) £18 BORDERS WITH THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL, EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY & CONCORDE £149 Per child 3-11 when sharing with an adult. Single supplement £84 • Holiday insurance £27 No single supplement of the first 2 singles £104 thereafter £739 Per adult based on 1 adult in a room. Holiday insurance £24 Dramatic scenery and centuries of turbulent history are the key features of this £469 Per adult based on 2 adults in a room. fascinating holiday as we take a breath-taking train ride of the Yorkshire Dales Diverse, energetic and bursting with character, Manchester is one of the most £379 Per adult based on 3 adults in a room. travelling over the Ribblehead Viaduct and through the Pennines. Edinburgh, the exciting places to visit in the UK. Known as the birthplace of the industrial £334 Per adult based on 4 adults in a room. Capital of Scotland has plenty of exciting things to do, with stunning architecture, revolution and with a proud history in politics, science, music, arts and sport, endless winding streets and an awe-inspiring castle perched on a dormant volcano, the city is fully packed with attractions, galleries and museums. We enjoy a there’s nowhere else quite like it. Start by sightseeing in the historic Old Town, where fantastic cruise along the Manchester Canal, a nostalgic trip on the East some of the best Edinburgh attractions can be found, such as the Edinburgh Castle Lancashire Railway, an entertaining tour of the BBC Studios at Salford Quays and the Royal Mile. The Royal Military Tattoo in Edinburgh is another highlight to this and a visit to Manchester Airport Runway Visitor Park to see Concorde! popular holiday, with Massed Pipes and Drums, the Bands from Her Majesty’s Royal Marines from Scotland and the commonwealth set against the amazing back drop of MONDAY: Following a morning departure we travel north into Lancashire Edinburgh Castle – it’s an evening you won’t forget. and our hotel, the Mercure Bolton Georgian House Hotel for our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: SUNDAY: After a morning departure, we travel north to arrive at our hotel in • This morning we travel to Rawtenstall, where we enjoy a nostalgic trip on the East Gretna Green in time for our evening meal. Lancashire Railway to the famous market town of Bury. When we arrive in style at our EXCURSION PROGRAMME: destination, we visit the Bury Transport Museum which has recently undergone a £3 • We make our way to Carlisle train station for the rail journey to Settle. million refurbishment. Take in the history and see a wide selection of restored vehicles Consisting of 72 miles of track, 20 viaducts spanning ravines and 14 tunnels – including vintage buses, a tram, tractors and historic steam locomotive. enjoy the spectacular scenery from the most famous railway line in Britain. • To start our day, we join a tour of the BBC at Media City UK in Salford and walk in the On arrival in Settle enjoy some free time to explore this bustling market town. footsteps of some of our favourite celebrities. A well-informed and friendly tour guide • A tour into Edinburgh for the Military Tattoo (scheduled to start at 9pm lasting will entertain and surprise us, giving us fascinating insight into how television and around 90min) we return late to the hotel (dinner is not included this evening). radio work. Have a go at making your own news and weather bulletins in an Please note that this excursion involves a steep walk up to the castle and steps, interactive studio! After free time for lunch in Manchester, we hop aboard the Princess please enquire when booking if you have any concerns. Katherine for a one hour cruise around the Salford Quays and Manchester Ship Canal. • A leisurely morning before we travel to Devils Porridge taking in the museum We get an insight into the history of the area and a unique view of Manchester, which pays tribute to the role of the munitions workers of WWI. Onto Dumfries, an including Media City, Old Trafford and the disused dry docks. historic market town that more than lives up to its local nickname, the Queen of the • A scenic day over Saddleworth Moor with a visit to Holmfirth, located in the heart of South. Located in the southern region of Dumfries and Galloway and connected by the beautiful Holme Valley. The town is better known as the location for the popular lovely russet-hued sandstone bridges which straddle the banks of the River Nith, BBC TV series, Last of The Summer Wine, with thousands of fans making the journey this former royal burgh has an interesting history and special connection to Scotland’s National Bard, Robert Burns known locally as Robbie Burns. every year to visit such locations as Sid’s Cafe and Nora Batty’s Steps. We then travel in • A tour of the Lake District, taking in Cockermouth – the birthplace of William the footsteps of the ‘Jet Set’ and head to the Runway Visitor Park. Based at Manchester Wordsworth, Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick and Ullswater. This is the most Airport we board Concorde for our Classic Tour. During the visit we can learn about beautiful corner of England. some of the supersonic aircraft’s famous passengers, sit in the pilots’ seat and discover some of the unique features that made BA’s Flagship Concorde so special. FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south back home for arrival early evening. FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel home arriving late afternoon/ Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless early evening. stated below. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Steep steps are involved with boarding Concorde and for the BBC Tour, photo ID is required. Diesel locomotives may be used in replace of steam. GRETNA HALL HOTEL, GRETNA GREEN*** Known as the historic marriage house hotel originally built in 1710 as a private manor house, the recently refurbished Gretna Hall is set in 10 acres of beautiful MERCURE BOLTON GEROGIAN HOUSE HOTEL*** gardens, offering all the character of a substantial historical building, with all the This three star hotel is built around a former Georgian Manor House with comfort you would expect from a contemporary hotel. All 97 en-suite rooms include landscaped gardens and is the perfect base for our tour. The hotel has a sports bar a television, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The recent and brasserie restaurant (accessed by a few steps). The hotel also offers leisure refurbishments in 2020 saw luxury suites, updated reception, bar, lounge and facilities which include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym and spa bath. All restaurants. The new luxury suites and superior rooms are available on request at an bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee extra charge. There is a lift. making facilities. All rooms can be accessed via the lift and there is WiFi. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, single trip on the East Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 1 night bed and breakfast, Lancashire Railway, cruise on the Manchester Ship Canal, guided tour of BBC Studios, Carlisle-Settle train fare, Edinburgh Tattoo ticket and excursion programme. Concorde Classic tour and excursion programme.

54 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 55 5 Days 3 Days £295 £245

Monday 22 to Friday 26 August 2022 Sunday 28 to Tuesday 30 August 2022 LINCOLNSHIRE, LACE, BEAUTIFUL BATH FISH AND FOREST Single supplement £82 • Holiday insurance £19 Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 A designated World Heritage Site, Bath is famous for its iconic Roman Baths and imposing Georgian architecture. Explore the city’s gorgeous buildings, Lincolnshire is one of the most beautiful and varied counties of England. From monuments and the superb collection of Galleries and Museums. Bath is also the rolling hills and tiny villages of the Lincolnshire Wolds, award winning a shopaholics paradise with some of the finest independent markets and beaches of the ever popular coastal resorts and historical interest of the city of shopping centres. You may like to refuel with a delicious afternoon tea in Lincoln with its castle and cathedral there is something for everyone. The either The Pump Room restaurant or the Roman Baths kitchen. The time is Lincolnshire Wolds is a range of hills in the county of Lincolnshire, it is a yours in Bath to explore the many sights that this ever-popular city has to designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the highest area of land offer. This is the perfect opportunity to meet up with family or friends for the in eastern England between Yorkshire and Kent. Bank Holiday weekend.

MONDAY: We depart the westcountry and travel to Lincolnshire and SUNDAY: We depart our home towns and following our morning coffee our hotel in Retford for our four night stay. stop, we arrive into Bath for our two-night stay. The time is now yours until Tuesday morning to explore this historic spa city. TUESDAY: Today we visit Lincoln, an experience rich in history combined with independent boutique shopping, great arts and culture MONDAY: Explore the overflowing streets that has many independent and a wealth of places to eat and drink. The city is easily walkable for shops, bars and restaurants. Maybe visit the roman baths or the Abbey. visitors, the main shopping and tourist area stretches from St Marks Shopping centre in the south up to the Cathedral Quarter - known locally TUESDAY: You have this morning left to go and grab that piece of as ‘Uphill’. Lincoln’s High Bridge is the oldest bridge in the United clothing or bag that you have been thinking about since Sunday! Depart Bath Kingdom and the buildings are half-timbered with the upper storey jutting after lunch and return to our home towns late afternoon/early evening. out over the river and is now home to Stokes High Bridge Cafe. The Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Cathedral is a must see during your visit. stated below. WEDNESDAY: A day taking in Nottingham which is famous for its major oak, this forest veteran is a huge oak tree thought to be around 800 years old and according to local lore, its hollow trunk was used as a hideout by Robin Hood and his merry men. THURSDAY: Our drive today will take us by way of Gainsborough through the Lincolnshire Wolds into Cleethorpes or Meggies as the locals call it! Enjoy the seaside atmosphere and a must is a visit to Steel’s Corner House serving ‘proper’ Fish and Chips! Onto Grimsby where you may like to visit the National Fishing Heritage Centre or simply enjoy some sea air. FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south back home to arrive late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below.

FRANCIS HOTEL, BATH**** WEST RETFORD HOTEL, RETFORD*** Located on the prestigious Queen Square in the heart of Bath, the Grade 1 listed Located in the historic market town of Retford, this 250-year old grade II listed hotel building is complemented by a choice of traditional or more modern bedroom Francis Hotel opened in 1884 and remains one of the most famous hotels in the styles, but the emphasis throughout your stay is on traditional style, combined with city. The hotel has 98 stylish and well decorated bedrooms that are all equipped modern facilities and a high standard of relaxed but attentive service that is rarely with air conditioning, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The available from larger, modern hotels. All bedrooms are en-suite and have television, brasserie style restaurant is bright and traditional in design, the bar is stylish and tea/coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and Wi-Fi. There is no cosy and there is also a luxurious lounge located to the front of the hotel. There is a lift but ground floor rooms are available. lift and WiFi. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage and programme. excursion programme.

56 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 7 Days £640

Sunday 28 August to Saturday 3 September 2022 TRAVEL THROUGH THE HEART OF WALES TO THE EDGE OF ENGLAND FROM THE VIEW OF A TRAIN Single supplement £66 • Holiday insurance £27

Experience the Welsh countryside in a way only possible by train, in our wonderful tour that starts in the south, travels north through Wales into England. Starting from Swansea we head through estuaries and across viaducts to Llandrindod Wells where we pause for a few days before completing our journey into England and to Shrewsbury. With a return steam journey on the Rheidol Railway, a visit to Acton Historic working farm and a return steam journey on the Severn Valley Railway, this tour is sure to delight. MERCURE HOTEL, SWANSEA **** Located on the outskirts of Swansea, recently benefiting from a refurbishment, all 119 en-suite bedrooms are equipped with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a spacious cafe/bistro style restaurant, a modern, open plan bar with comfortable seating, WiFi and an outside terrace. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool and sauna. There is no lift but half of the rooms are on the ground floor. METROPOLE HOTEL AND SPA, LLANDRINDOD WELLS **** The elegant and historic Metropole Hotel is located in the centre of the Victorian town of Llandrindod Wells and was originally the largest hotel in Wales. Still privately owned, all 109 traditionally styled en-suite bedrooms are a good size and equipped with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a large, spacious restaurant with a conservatory offering beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, a modern, cosy bar, WiFi and a comfortable lounge. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, spa bath, steam room and gym. There is a lift. MERCURE TELFORD CENTRE HOTEL, FORGEGATE **** A modern hotel with a good size restaurant with plenty of light whilst the bar offers a relaxed setting to enjoy a drink. There are also three lounge areas and WiFi. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and gym. All 153 en-suite bedrooms are modern in design and have a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift.

SUNDAY: We depart the South West of England and travel across the Severn From the beautiful countryside around Pen-y-Bont, crossing the impressive into Wales. Our lunchtime visit will be in Chepstow before continuing to the knuculas Viaduct and onto our final destination in Shrewsbury. On arrival we Mercure Hotel, Swansea. are met by our coach and make our way to the Mercure Hotel in Telford where we will stay for the remaining two nights. MONDAY: An early breakfast to travel to the train station in Swansea to the ‘Heart of Wales’ line to Llandrindod Wells. This is recognised as one of the most FRIDAY: A drive into the Shropshire Hills to visit the Acton Scott Historic scenic railways in the country. The 2 ½ hour journey takes us through stunning Working Farm where we will be transported back in time to experience life on a countryside past the Loughor Estuary, the meandering River Tywi and across the farm at the turn of the last century. With shire horses working the land and the 150 year old Cynghordy viaduct. On arrival into Llandrindod Wells your coach resident wheelwright, farrier, blacksmith and dairymaid on hand to provide will meet you and travel to Elan Valley Visitor Centre, set in a fantastic location demonstrations, there is plenty to see. This afternoon we travel to Bridgnorth against a spectacular backdrop of a Victorian stone dam. Return to Llandrindod for a single journey on the vintage steam-hauled Severn Valley Railway. Sit back Wells and to the Metropole Hotel and Spa, our home for the next three nights. and admire the scenery of the Worcestershire and Shropshire countryside as the railway hugs the Severn Valley on its way to the town of Bewdley with its pretty TUESDAY: A day at leisure strolling around this popular Victorian Spa resort, gardens and lovely Georgian architecture. you can still try the waters at the Chalybeate Spring in the Rock Park and see the wonderful architecture. SATURDAY: We depart Telford and travel along Wenloch Edge to Craven Arms and travel by way of Ludlow and Leominster to arrive home late WEDNESDAY: We travel to the popular seaside town of Aberystwyth for afternoon/early evening. free time before boarding an early afternoon narrow gauge steam locomotive Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated where we shall climb 700ft through some spectacular scenery. Disembark in below. Rheidol where you will have time to take in the falls. On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of THURSDAY: Today we have a leisurely morning relaxing at our hotel before travel, steam trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. we catch the final leg of our journey on the ‘Heart of Wales’ line to Shrewsbury.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, 3 welcome drinks, 4 train journeys’, entrances to Elan Valley Visitor Centre and Acton Scott Working Farm and excursion programme.

56 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 57 2 Days 5 Days 5 Days £115 £395 £470 © (2009) Visit Wales Saturday 3 to Sunday 4 September 2022 Monday 5 to Friday 9 September 2022 CARDIFF SHOPPING & SIGHTSEEING SCENIC LAKE DISTRICT Single supplement £15 • Holiday insurance £18 Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24

Cardiff doesn’t disappoint. With shopping and fantastic views in its line-up, Encompassing some of the most beautiful scenery in Britain, the Lake District you could be forgiven for thinking that Cardiff is a clear-cut sprawl of clubs remains untouched by the ravages of time. With masses of attractive and high street stores. One coach trip later however, and you’ll discover that woodland interspersed with shimmering lakes and majestic mountains, you you can be nibbling on a picnic in a sweeping, green park in the middle of the cannot fail to be inspired by this area. Immortalised by artists, poets and city, whilst enjoying views of Cardiff’s 2000 year-old castle situated opposite writers, Cumbria plays host to the many visitors who return year after year to the hotel. For those well prepared, this is a great opportunity to start the enjoy the magnificent scenery, which provides a backdrop to a wealth of Christmas shopping! attractions. This unique area offers fascinating places to visit from historic houses and castles, steeped in legend to delightful country gardens and craft SATURDAY: Following our morning departure we travel across workshops. the Severn into Wales. Continue to the Holiday Inn for early afternoon. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy all that Cardiff has to offer. MONDAY: We embark on our journey north to Cumbria and the Shap Wells Hotel, situated high in the Cumbrian Fells. SUNDAY: A morning to explore or shop in Cardiff. We depart Cardiff at 1530 and make our way home to the westcountry for late afternoon/ EXCURSION PROGRAMME: early evening. • We travel a few miles north to the outskirts of Penrith where we start our scenic drive along the shores of Ullswater, thought to be one of the most Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included unless stated below. beautiful English Lakes and where Wordsworth saw the daffodils of his famed poem. We continue over the magnificent Kirkstone Pass, which drops down into Windermere giving panoramic views of the lake. Onto Ambleside and finally tranquil Grasmere where you may like to visit Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum. • We start our morning with a drive along the Bassenthwaite Lake to the bustling town of Cockermouth. We then travel over the Whinlatter Pass to Keswick, sandwiched between the towering mass of Skiddaw and Derwent Water, one of the most stunning stretches of water in Britain. Enjoy free time here before we make our way back to Shap. • We shall start our day with a single journey on the train from Haverthwaite to Bowness. Continue our drive along the shores of Lake Windermere to arrive into Windermere for some free time. We then travel to the market town of Kendal before returning to Shap. FRIDAY: We depart Shap and begin our homeward journey, retracing our steps back to the Westcountry for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, steam vehicles may be replaced by a diesel locomotive.

SHAP WELLS HOTEL, SHAP *** Set in 33 acres of private grounds, high in the Shap Fells amidst streams and woodlands. The restaurant overlooks the hills, stream and woodland and is HOLIDAY INN, CARDIFF**** complemented by extensive lounge and bar areas. At the rear of the hotel you may Enjoy a central location in the Welsh capital at the modern Holiday Inn Cardiff City have the privilege of seeing the colony of Red Squirrels that get fed every morning. Centre hotel, next to the stunning Millennium Stadium. Friendly staff welcome you There are 98 en-suite bedrooms equipped with television, telephone, radio, into the Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre’s contemporary lobby. All 157 bedrooms are hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift serving many of the rooms accessible via the lift and are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, telephone and there will be entertainment during your stay. and television. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entertainment Executive coach travel and 1 night bed and breakfast. during your stay, single train journey and excursion programme.

58 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 5 Days £470 £355

Monday 5 to Friday 9 September 2022 Monday 5 to Friday 9 September 2022 ROMANTIC RAILWAYS BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS OF NORTH WALES THE LAKES AND BURY MARKET No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £44 • Holiday insurance £24

Explore North Wales on vintage trains that weave their way through the You’ll discover on coach tours to the Blackpool Illuminations that this spectacle stunning countryside taking you up, up and away from the hustle and bustle features almost every kind of light display that you can possibly imagine from of everyday life... jump on board! lasers, neon and light bulbs to fibre optics, searchlights and floodlighting – it could be said that you might need your sunglasses to witness this dazzling MONDAY: After a morning departure we cross the border into Wales and display of light which has been keeping the resort aglow since 1879 and make our way to Llanberis and the Royal Victoria Hotel for the next four nights. evokes a sense of nostalgia. Bury Market is an open-air market in the town of Enjoy a welcome tea/coffee on arrival. Bury, it consists of a large market hall, with extensive stalls outside, selling fruit, flowers, clothing, hardware and groceries. TUESDAY: Today we enjoy a lovely drive via Colwyn Bay to the “Queen of Welsh resorts”, Llandudno, where we spend time enjoying its beautiful Victorian Following a morning departure we travel north to the architecture, Edwardian elegance, the pier, shops and attractions. Here we will MONDAY: board the beautifully restored Great Orme Tramway where we will stop at the Queens Hotel in Blackpool for our four night stay. halfway station to visit the exhibition about the fascinating Funicular. Continue EXCURSION PROGRAMME: to the summit to enjoy the outstanding views. • Today we travel to Cumbria and tour The Lake District. It’s the largest of WEDNESDAY: After a leisurely breakfast, we will join the Snowdon the United Kingdom’s National Parks containing 16 lakes and more than Mountain Railway where we will enjoy a journey to “the rooftop of Wales” and, 150 high peaks, it is picture perfect, from mountains to the sparkling weather permitting, we will have spectacular views. There is a visitor centre waters of the lakes and is known world-wide for its astounding natural where you can purchase that souvenir to take home! This afternoon, we take a beauty. You’ll find a fascinating world of towns, villages and hidden gems ride on the Llanberis Lake Railway, a narrow-gauge railway which follows the just waiting to be discovered. shores of the lake. • An excursion to Bury Market, it oozes charisma and atmosphere as it THURSDAY: Travel through the spectacular scenery of Snowdonia National attracts over 250,000 visitors each week. The ambience and layout offer Park as we make our way to the seaside town of Porthmadog to board a train on visitors the opportunity to seek out and visit every stall, it’s a unique the Ffestiniog railway. Sit back and relax as we enjoy the 13.5 mile journey with shopping experience and day out. If shopping is not for you then there is dramatic views of mountains, lakes and waterfalls around every corner, to also a museum and a railway to enjoy. Blaenau Ffestiniog. We disembark and join our coach where we will then travel to the pretty village of Betws-Y-Coed where we will have some time before FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel south arriving home late returning back to our hotel. Enjoy your last dinner with an included glass of wine. afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart Llanberis and cross back into England to stated below. arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. On all railway excursions, for operational/weather reasons on the day of travel may be operated by either diesel or steam.

ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL, LLANBERIS*** This hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 acres of their very own gardens and woodlands, which include the historic castle of QUEENS HOTEL, BLACKPOOL*** Dolbadarn. Being cradled between two lakes, Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris, as well as The Queens Hotel is perfectly placed on the sea front between central and southern the Welsh mountains the location is quite simply breath-taking. All 104 en-suite piers. The hotel offers a Theatre Bar with dance floor and entertainment most bedrooms are equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, iron & ironing evenings, cocktail bar, lounge, games room with pool tables and a fitness centre board and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. with gym, sauna, solarium and indoor pool. All bedrooms are en-suite with hairdryer, telephone, television and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel is INCLUDED IN THE PRICE non-smoking throughout and has free Wi-Fi in public areas. There are two lifts that Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, serve all floors (although several stairs to some rooms). entertainment, choice of a carvery menu, tea/coffee after dinner, glass of wine on last night, return journeys on the Great Orme Tramway, Snowdon Mountain INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Railway and Llanberis Lake Railway, single journey on Ffestiniog Railway and Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion excursion programme. programme.

58 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 59 3 Days 5 Days 5 Days £185 £340 £320

Friday 9 to Sunday 11 September 2022 Saturday 10 to Wednesday 14 September 2022 RHS WISLEY GARDEN ENCHANTING EASTBOURNE FLOWER SHOW VISITING HIGHCLERE CASTLE AND BRIGHTON Single supplement £42 • Holiday insurance £19 Single supplement £44 • Sea view £32 • Holiday insurance £24

RHS Wisley is the flagship garden of the Royal Horticultural Society which Designed by the Duke of Devonshire, Eastbourne enjoys a glorious location, captures the imagination with richly planted borders, luscious rose gardens is sheltered by the South Downs and the magnificent promontory of Beachy and the state-of-the-art Glasshouse. Wisley was gifted to the Society in 1903 Head. Eastbourne is renowned as one of the finest holiday resorts in the and has evolved over time to be a world-class garden. Join us for a spectacular country with expansive seafront parades, colourful gardens and promenades late summer show in the stunning surroundings of RHS Garden Wisley. Asix and Victorian architecture, there is a definite air of quality, charm and dignity day floral extravaganza sees many nurseries and trade stands, the National to be found here. The level seafront is lined with beautiful ‘Carpet Gardens’, Dahlia Society show, floral displays by the Surrey area of the National elegant hotels and is the perfect place for a gentle stroll. Association of Flower Arrangement Societies, expert advice and much more. Browse and buy from RHS Chelsea and Hampton Court Palace Flower Show SATURDAY: We depart locally and travel to Eastbourne stopping for medal winners, along with other specialist nurseries and garden trade stands lunch along the way. We arrive at the Queens Hotel late afternoon. who will be showcasing their top-quality plants and garden supplies. To end our weekend, we will visit Highclere Castle. You can enjoy the warmth of a EXCURSION PROGRAMME: Victorian home and view the main State Rooms and bedrooms many of which • A circular day tour taking in the un-spoilt beauty of the Weald where many fans of the hit TV series ‘Downton Abbey’ will instantly recognise. small towns and villages still retain the essence of the Kent countryside, we shall return via Tenterden and Rye with its cobbled streets, medieval church FRIDAY: After our morning departure we travel to Windsor for the and beautifully preserved historic houses from Medieval, Tudor and afternoon. Why not take a boat trip along the River Thames where you can Georgian times. admire the Castle or take a stroll in the great park. Continue to the Federation House Hotel, in time for our evening meal. • A relaxing drive travelling via Beachy Head before spending the rest of the day in Brighton, the city by the sea. Don’t miss the fabulous Royal Pavilion, SATURDAY: We travel the short distance to RHS Wisley for a full day at exotic seaside palace of King George IV. Explore the beachfront, with its this stunning Garden with the added addition of the annual Flower Show. Artists Quarter, stylish new cafes, bars, restaurants and fishing museum. We return to our hotel to enjoy the surroundings. Onto the County town of Lewes with its historical buildings and Castle.

SUNDAY: We depart our hotel and travel to Highclere Castle, built in WEDNESDAY: We depart after our breakfast and travel home for arrival 1679. During the first world war, the castle was converted into a hospital for late afternoon/early evening. wounded soldiers and was home to evacuated children from London during the second world war. You may also know Highclere Castle as Downton Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Abbey. Continue our drive through the lovely English countryside to arrive stated below. home late afternoon/early evening.

Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below.

QUEENS HOTEL, EASTBOURNE *** A magnificent Victorian hotel situated in an outstanding position overlooking the FEDERATION HOUSE HOTEL, LEATHERHEAD *** pier. There is the Princes Suite with its own bar where entertainment is provided Federation House Hotel is the plush £26 million HQ for the Police Federation of England most evenings. A lounge bar, snooker room, sun lounge and two restaurants and and Wales located just a five minute walk from the town of Leatherhead, in the beautiful county of Surrey. It is a state-of the art complex, complete with restaurant, bar free Wi-Fi in public areas. All 125 en-suite bedrooms have central heating with and air conditioned gym. It offers excellent food and has friendly staff. There are 55 telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, trouser press, hairdryer and television. en-suite bedrooms, all non- smoking with television, climate control, hairdryers and There are no ground floor rooms in the hotel, but there are two lifts which reach tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. all floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to the RHS Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion Wisley Garden Show, entrance to Highclere Castle and excursion programme. programme.

60 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 5 Days £320 £440

Monday 12 to Friday 16 September 2022 Monday 12 to Friday 16 September 2022 CONSTABLE COUNTRY, CLACTON WELSH HIGHLANDS, ANGLESEY COAST AND ANCIENT ALDEBURGH AND PUFFIN ISLAND Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24

Recorded in Domesday, quintessential Suffolk is one of the oldest counties in This tour to North Wales encompasses the highlights of the area, from the the country. On our tour you will see for yourself the historical importance of peaks of Snowdonia to the beautiful coastline dotted with bays, sandy this formidable county. See entire villages preserved in time, visit an ancient beaches and cliffs. We have included several interesting days out and along manor house and marvel at Suffolk’s 50 miles of heritage coastline, recognised with the facilities at the hotel this is sure to be an enjoyable and relaxing as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Follow in the footsteps of famous break in North Wales. artists and composers who were inspired by the beauty of East Anglia. MONDAY: Following our morning departure we shall travel north and cross MONDAY: We travel to the east of our country and to the outskirts of the border into Wales before arriving at the Royal Victoria Hotel in Llanberis for Ipswich and the Ipswich Hotel for our four night stay. our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: TUESDAY: Our drive today will take us past patchwork fields and • Pass the sandy beaches and coastal villages with a stop in Llandudno. Nearby, is woodlands through Dedham, where John Constable attended school. Nearby the enormous 19th century fantasy – Penrhyn Castle. A Neo-Norman castle in Flatford, is 16th century Bridge Cottage, housing an exhibition of the life and crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-tonne slate bed made for Queen work of this 17th century painter. The afternoon is spent on the “The Sunshine Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture, an Coast” with time in Clacton-on-sea with its large sandy beach, pier and outstanding collection of paintings and a fascinating industrial railway museum. seafront walks. Onto nearby Walton on the Naze, surrounded on three sides by The 60 acres of grounds include exotic trees, plants and a Victorian walled garden. the sea and is home to the 3rd longest pier in the Country. • Today we join the 4.7 mile rail journey at Llanberis to Snowdon’s summit. It is WEDNESDAY: Our first stop this morning will be in the historic Bury St the highest peak in Wales, a place of legend and at 3560 ft it dominates the Edmunds, where on Wednesday there is an open air market in the town square. landscape and if the weather is nice, it offers stunning views. At the summit Visit the Abbey dating back to the Magna Carta, or pop into the Angel Hotel of there is a state of the art visitor centre with a restaurant, and a path leading to Dickens & Mrs Pickwick fame. Next stop is Lavenham – considered to be the UK’s Snowdon’s highest point. Following our descent we visit the National Slate best preserved medieval village, dating back to Saxon Times. Walk down the Museum – travel back to Victorian times, see the workshops, split a slate and main street where Harry Potter’s Deathly Hallows was filmed. Our day will finish hear the stories giving a real insight into hardships of quarry life. in the ancient market town of Sudbury, home to one of England’s best known • We start our day with a visit to Caernarfon, dominated by its castle. Continue over artists Thomas Gainsborough. the Menai Straights and on to the Isle of Anglesey. Photo stop at the impressive Beaumaris Castle, the last and largest Castle to be built by King Edward I. Building We travel to the coast to the time capsule of Aldeburgh, THURSDAY: commenced in 1295 but was never finished. Nearby, we join the cruise to Puffin home to the well-known composer Benjamin Britten. Little has changed here Island – home to many species of birds and wildlife. The ½ hour cruise takes you for generations with pastel coloured 19th century villas and large pebble right round the island, cameras at the ready as there are regular sightings of puffins, beach. Our afternoon will be spent at the 16th century Otley Hall and Gardens grey seals and dolphins – will you be lucky enough to capture a picture of them all? to take in a conducted tour of the moated hall followed by free time to enjoy FRIDAY: We leave Snowdonia and travel south to arrive home late the 10 acres of award winning gardens. Tuck into the included tea and cakes afternoon/early evening. overlooking the gardens and canal. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless FRIDAY: We depart our hotel and make our way back to the westcountry to stated below. arrive home late afternoon/early evening. We cannot guarantee sightings on any animals or wildlife but it is highly Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless likely. We cannot be held responsible if the mountain railway does not stated below. reach the summit due to adverse conditions. IPSWICH HOTEL, IPSWICH **** ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL, LLANBERIS*** A Best Western Hotel located on the outskirts of town, set snuggly in a quiet This hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon, within 30 countryside setting. The hotel has 83 en-suite bedrooms, a bright restaurant acres of their very own gardens and woodlands, which include the historic castle which has stunning views overlooking the well groomed lawns and a cosy wood of Dolbadarn. Being cradled between two lakes, Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris, as panelled bar. All bedrooms are equipped with a television, free WiFi, tea/coffee well as the Welsh mountains the location is quite simply breathtaking. All 104 making facilities, hairdryer, irons are on request. The majority of rooms are en-suite rooms are equipped with a television, telephone, hairdryer, iron & ironing accessed via the lift. board and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, welcome tea and Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Penrhyn biscuits on arrival, private tour of Otley Hall and Gardens with tea and cake, 2 Castle and Gardens, return train journey to Mount Snowdon, entrance to the National nights entertainment and excursion programme. Slate Museum, cruise to Puffin Island and excursion programme.

60 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 61 7 Days 8 Days 8 Days £645 £600 £755

Wednesday 14 to Tuesday 20 September 2022 Saturday 17 to Saturday 24 September 2022 KILLARNEY AND THE RING OF KERRY JERSEY – THE TRANQUIL ISLAND Single supplement £165 • Holiday insurance £40 Single supplement £224 • Holiday insurance £42

In recent years Ireland has busied itself getting the attractions that visitors want and Green pastures and wooded valleys, wild flowers and rare fauna, water need just right. All of this investment has enhanced the things Ireland already has in meadows and gorse-covered cliffs, glimpses of golden sand and a shimmering abundance, beautiful scenery and the friendliest people you will ever find, the sea - Jersey is naturally beautiful. Clear water and beaches surround 45 miles of traditional magic of Ireland, the incomparable scenery, the wonderful food and the coastline. It is the Island’s greatest natural treasure. Sweeping bays in the south fun remains unchanged. Ireland’s beauty is legendary – from green pastures to the give way to dramatic cliffs in the north offering spectacular scenery and stunning deep moody lakes and the wild rolling hills. Killarney is quite rightly one of Ireland’s vistas. A network of ‘Green Lanes’ give pedestrians precedence over the car and most popular tourist destinations with the town itself bubbling with traditional Irish keeps country life at an unhurried and unspoilt pace, the scheme is envied the hospitality and the pubs are as typical as you are ever likely to get! world over. The hedgerows and coastal dunes are protected as they are home to varieties of rare wild flowers and butterflies. WEDNESDAY: We have an early start to travel to Pembroke for our mid-afternoon ferry crossing to Rosslare. We continue to Dooley’s Hotel in SATURDAY: We depart locally and travel along the south coast to Poole Waterford for our overnight stay. for the ferry crossing to Jersey. We arrive into St. Helier where you will be THURSDAY: We leave Waterford and travel to Cork for the morning, Ireland’s met by a coach and representative to transfer you to the Monterey Hotel for third city full of charming Georgian houses, bustling markets and historic sights. our 7 night stay. Amble around the pretty craft shops, visit Shandon Church, wander along tree lined Grand Parade, or over the attractive bridges along the River Lee. We continue Our crossing will be on a Condor ferry service. Your time here in Jersey is our journey to the Killarney Towers Hotel for our four night stay. yours to enjoy. Explore magnificent castles, fascinating wildlife and scenery, you may like to join one of the many excursions that will be on offer to you EXCURSION PROGRAMME: whilst in Jersey. • The Ring of Kerry – One of Ireland’s most scenic routes. First, we drive through Killorglin famous for the ‘Puck Fair’ festival. Onto the ‘Kerry Bog SATURDAY: We depart on a ferry back from St. Helier to Poole where Village’ for coffee and to experience days-gone-by in this recreated village of our coach will take you back to your departure point. thatched cottages and peat fires. We shall stop for lunch before continuing to At the time of going to print passports are not essential but photo Sneem with its waterfalls and peaceful setting. From here we travel to Moll’s identification is required, please complete the continental section on the Gap then onto Ladies View with views of the three lakes of Killarney. We back page of our booking form. complete our day with a drive through Killarney National Park. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless • A tour to the beautiful Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry’s most northern stated below. peninsula. It is a wild and remote region with wonderful coastal scenery. • Today the choice is yours. You may like to enjoy a free day in Killarney or why Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ not take the option of venturing on a traditional jaunting car ride through the technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry National Park followed by a spectacular boat cruise with commentary on journey. Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure Killarney’s largest lake at Ross Castle. going to print, they are normally advised early 2022 and may incur an early start or late finish to your holiday. MONDAY: We leave Killarney and travel to Blarney just outside of Cork, for free time. We continue to the Maldron Hotel in Wexford for our overnight stay. TUESDAY: We travel to Rosslare for the morning ferry crossing to Pembroke in Wales. We continue our journey back into England for our arrival home early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey. MONTEREY HOTEL, ST HELIER*** This 3-star rated hotel has seen continuous investment in its amenities including a contemporary design to the restaurant, offering a range of cuisine including a full KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL, KILLARNEY **** English buffet breakfast and a freshly prepared menu each evening. The hotel has This superbly appointed hotel is located in the heart of the town. Relax in the an open-plan and comfortable bar area and excellent lounges to relax in with resident’s lounge or savour the atmosphere in Killarney’s favourite pub, Scruffy’s. WiFi. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, steam room, spa bath Enjoy complimentary use of the leisure facilities which include a sauna, steam room, and mini gym. A large, seasonal outdoor swimming pool is also available for fine whirlpool, swimming pool and a gym. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped days surrounded by a sun terrace. All 73 bedrooms are en-suite and equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, television, hairdryer and telephone. There is a lift. with a television, radio, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Transfer to the ferry port and return, transfers from port to hotel and return, 7 porterage, nightly entertainment in Killarney and excursion programme. night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and ferry crossings.

62 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 8 Days 5 Days £755 £365

Saturday 17 to Saturday 24 September 2022 Monday 19 to Friday 23 September 2022 DIANO MARINA, MONACO ISLE OF WIGHT VISITING OSBORNE HOUSE AND THE ITALIAN RIVIERA No single supplement on allocated singles Single supplement £152 • Holiday insurance £42 Sea view supplement £ 20• Premier sea view supplement £40 Situated in the warm Mediterranean Gulf Stream, the Italian Riviera combines Holiday insurance £24 the very best of a classical sightseeing tour with the pleasures of a relaxing beach holiday. Highlights include Monaco, Monte Carlo and Portofino. Diano The Isle of Wight may be just five miles off the mainland, but it’s a different Marina is the ‘Jewel’ of this region and is set in a wide sweeping bay with safe world. Nowhere in the country can match the Isle of Wight for geographical sandy beaches. It offers an elegant atmosphere of shops, restaurants and variety. It is as if all the best natural assets of southern England have come pavement cafes along its palm fringed promenades, leading on to the historic together to be exhibited on one 23 mile long and 13 mile wide, stretch of land. old town with its labyrinth of narrow cobbled streets and weekly markets. All along the coast you will find quiet fishing harbours and seaside villages, along with stretches of golden sand and unspoilt beaches. Inland you will find SATURDAY: An early start this morning as we travel to Folkestone for quick an abundance of winding paths, peaceful woods and rolling countryside with and easy crossing to Calais. We continue to the Forbach area for our overnight stay. breath-taking views wherever you go. Shanklin Old Village is a perennial attraction where most of the picturesque cottages are clustered around the SUNDAY: Today we continue our journey into Italy and the Bellevue Hotel, thatched Crab Inn. Within walking distance is Shanklin’s famous Chine, a Diano Marina for our five night stay. dramatic fissure in the rock where a 45ft waterfall cascades through boulders EXCURSION PROGRAMME: and ferns to the shore. • A day to Monaco. Rub shoulders with the rich and famous and admire the magnificent yachts in the harbour of Monte Carlo. In the old town you will find MONDAY: We travel to Lymington for the ferry crossing to Yarmouth and the Prince’s Palace of Monaco. Within Monaco is Monte Carlo – home to the continue our journey to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel. renowned Grand Prix circuit and the exquisite harbour. Admire the casino, walk around the gardens or perhaps take a coffee at one of the many local bars. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • Travel along the Bay of Genoa to Portofino (reached by boat at an extra • An excursion to the capital of the island, Newport. Our drive back to Shanklin charge). Portofino is not just a jet-set destination, but it’s also one of the most will take in a visit to Godshill, a quintessential English village which boasts picturesque villages in Italy, close to beautiful natural landscapes and hosting some of the oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight. With its delightful several pieces of cultural and artistic heritage. It overlooks Tigullio Gulf and it medieval church, charming thatched-roofed cottages and a winding only has about 400 residents. Despite its small size, this village is famous main-street lined with traditional tearooms. worldwide and it is renowned for being a luxury holiday resort: it has several fancy shops, famous bars, and restaurants and a glamourous yacht club. We • A scenic island tour today with stops throughout the day taking in Ventnor, return via the fashionable resort of Santa Margherita – the drive along this coast Alum Bay, Yarmouth – Cameras at the ready! is breath-taking. • A visit to the royal seaside palace, Osborne House, where Queen Victoria • A morning taking in San Remo, Italy’s answer to Monte Carlo, which has lived with her beloved Prince Albert and their nine children. For clients not attracted aristocracy to its palm fringed shores. We continue to tour the wanting to visit Osborne House the coach will take you to Cowes, where you beautiful coastline taking in Alassio and Laiguelia, all famous beach resorts. can travel over the chain link ferry into the town. We return to Shanklin to enjoy FRIDAY: We depart after an early breakfast and begin our homeward the afternoon. journey. Our overnight stay will be in the Forbach area. FRIDAY: Depart the Ocean View and travel to Yarmouth for the return SATURDAY: Continue our journey north to arrive into Calais during the crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home for afternoon. Board an afternoon train back into Folkestone. Arrive home back to late afternoon/early evening. the West Country during the evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless HOTEL BELLEVUE, DIANO MARINA**** stated below. The Hotel Bellevue has an excellent position backing onto the sea with its own private beach and is known for its very friendly staff and excellent food. The large OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN *** dining room overlooks the Gulf of Diano. From here you will enjoy a lovely An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally panorama view and taste the flavours of international cuisine. There is also a lounge and bar. The Bellevue has a wonderful outdoor heated seawater swimming pool situated for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. and an indoor Thalasso Sea Wellness area. All bedrooms are en-suite, comfortably The hotel has a bar lounge, swimming pool and full sized snooker table. All furnished with a television. Many bedrooms have a balcony, upgraded rooms are bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, available on request. The hotel does not have any ground floor rooms but does telephone, television and radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. There have a lift to all floors. is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, Eurotunnel Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry crossings, porterage in Italy, farewell drink in Italy and excursion programme. crossings, entertainment and excursion programme.

62 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 63 5 Days £460

8 Days £635

Monday 19 to Monday 26 September 2022 SCOTLAND’S FAMOUS ROUTE 500, NORTHWEST PASSAGE AND ORKNEYS Single supplement £162 • Holiday insurance £29

A most extraordinary holiday visiting Scotland’s North West coastline and islands. This trip of a lifetime skirts the very top of the United Kingdom on the famous Route 500 as it snakes along the coast passing fairy-tale castles, deserted beaches and ancient ruins. A region so sparsely populated the lifestyle and culture has little changed in generations. The highlight of the week is a marvellous guided tour of the Orkney Isles. KINGS ARMS HOTEL, KYLEAKIN, SKYE *** Located in a pretty village with panoramic views across the Kyle of Lochalsh to mainland Scotland. Dating back to 1600’s, the hotel is one of the oldest on the island. While it has a range of modern comforts, it still retains many traditional features with big open fires. All 82 en-suite bedrooms have tea/coffee making facilities, television and hairdryer. This is the perfect place for those seeking a memorable stay in the heart of a truly breath-taking Scottish Isle. There is a lift. ROYAL HOTEL, ULLAPOOL*** Located on the edge of the village with breath-taking views across Loch Broom and the surrounding Highlands. All 55 bedrooms are en-suite with a television, WIFI and tea/coffee making facilities. No lift but ground floor rooms available. NORSEMAN HOTEL, WICK ** The Norseman Hotel is located in the centre of Wick with views of the picturesque Wick River and the hotel’s private gardens. The 48 en-suite bedrooms are tastefully decorated and stylishly furnished and are equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lounge area filled with comfortable seating, the bar is traditional in style and the restaurant prides itself in sourcing local produce. There is no lift but ground floor rooms are available.

MONDAY: Following our morning departure we travel north to our overnight passing sea lochs and villages before travelling through Thurso and on to Wick hotel in the Glasgow area. and the Norseman Hotel for a two night stay.

TUESDAY: Travel through the changing Scottish scenery, we travel along the FRIDAY: Travel north to John O’Groats where we board the ferry as foot shoreline of Loch Lomond ‘The Queen of Lochs’ to then drive through Glencoe passengers for the 40 minute ferry crossing over the Pentland Firth to begin a over the mountain passes to Fort William. You will lose count of the number of magical guided tour of the Orkney Island. A private coach with driver/guide lochs we travel past before arriving onto Skye and the Kings Arms Hotel for an awaits to take you across the Churchill Barriers, visiting Skara Brae, Ring of overnight stay. Brodgar, Standing Stones, Italian Chapel and much more. We return on the ferry back to John O’Groats. WEDNESDAY: A morning touring Skye, first to the colourful capital of Portree, we then travel northwards into the vast region of Wester Ross. Along the SATURDAY: Today we leave Wick and travel along the coastal road between shores of Loch Maree, regarded as some of Scotland’s bonniest lochs. Time free to Wick and Inverness, we shall pass many interesting places, historic Helmsdale, take in the Highland air in Gairloch with its pretty harbour. From here our drive will white sands at Brora and fairytale Dunrobin Castle. Time free in the Highland snake it’s way along the coastline, dotted with islands, inlets, beaches and cliffs capital, Inverness before continuing through the Spey Valley then over before descending into the picture perfect harbour town of Ullapool. We shall stay Drumochter Pass and into Perthshire for our overnight stay. at the Royal Hotel for an overnight stay. SUNDAY: Travel south through Scotland and crossing into England for our THURSDAY: Today’s tour makes up a large part of the North Coast 500 and overnight stay. will leave a lasting memory too. Mile upon mile of crumbling cliffs, sheer rocky headlands, picturesque lochs, sheltered bays and deserted perfect white beaches MONDAY: Travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. to rival those abroad. It is here you will feel Scotland in an entirely way, its’ not all about tartan and bagpipes! Arrive into Durness, the most north westerly village Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated on mainland Britain. Lunch included at the Smoo Cave Hotel. Continue to travel below. east along the northern coastline, entering the least populated area in the UK, We cannot be held responsible if problems occur which causes delays to any ferry crossings or excursions.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 7 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Orkney Isle ferry and guided tour, lunch at Smoo Cave Hotel and excursion programme.

64 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 5 Days £460 £365 © Visit Guernsey Thursday 22 to Monday 26 September 2022 Sunday 25 to Thursday 29 September 2022 GUERNSEY – CHANNEL ISLANDS YORKSHIRE MOORS, CITY Single supplement £80 • Holiday insurance £38 AND COASTAL DELIGHTS A heady mix of stunning scenery and the best of contemporary living, Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 Guernsey is the perfect short break destination. Take inspiring walks along the cliff paths, ramble through the rural interior or spend lazy days on the Known as ‘God’s Own County’, Yorkshire has breathtaking landscapes. island’s beautiful beaches, Guernsey has it all. St Peter Port, the islands capital, Wild and windswept, the heather-clad moorland of the North York Moors is a bustling harbour town with a tapestry of architectural styles that tell the complements the rolling hills and rugged valleys of the Yorkshire Dales. story of the regions changing fortunes. Here bistros, restaurants and Explore this enchanting region which is home not only to stunning natural boutiques jostle for your attention, while the ferries in the harbour are readied beauty but also ancient cities and historic markets towns, Take an to take you to the sister islands. Ask anyone who has been here and they will unforgettable steam train ride through spectacular Yorkshire countryside. say that Guernsey is a special place, with a thriving community that welcomes Jump on board and experience the chug of the engine and shriek of the its visitors with open arms and leaves a lasting impression on all who set foot whistle for yourself. Experience the attractions that have been the ‘star’ of on her soil. numerous movies and television series including Harry Potter, Heartbeat and Sherlock Holmes. A train ride, a city cruise and two National Parks are THURSDAY: We depart locally and travel along the south coast to Poole the highlights of this journey through the landscapes of North Yorkshire. for the ferry to Guernsey. We arrive into Guernsey where you will be met by The holiday is completed with time spent in the historic city of York and the a coach and representative to transfer you to the La Trelade Hotel. traditional seaside town of Whitby – two places which give this county its character. Our crossing will be on a Condor ferry service. Your time in Guernsey is yours to relax and enjoy the amenities. During your stay, we have included a SUNDAY: We depart the South West and travel to the Burn Hall Hotel near half day familiarisation tour of Guernsey. York for our four night stay. MONDAY: We depart on a ferry back from Guernsey to Poole where a EXCURSION PROGRAMME: coach will be waiting to return to your departure point. • Our first visit is to the market town of Thirsk, famous for its connections with author and vet James Herriot, before continuing to Leeming Bar to take a At the time of going to print passports are not essential but photo journey on the Wensleydale Railway. We take one of the restored 1960’s identification is required, please complete the continental section on the diesels through the Yorkshire countryside before arriving into Leyburn. We back page of our booking form. continue on to take a scenic tour to the Yorkshire Dales National Park taking in Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless pretty towns and villages before returning to our hotel. stated below. • Travel to Pickering on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors to take the steam train through the National Park to Grosmont. Then onto Whitby, a town Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ which is dominated by its cliff-top abbey. technical issues cause problems to your outward or return ferry journey. Ferry times are not available at the time of our brochure • A full day in York where we first take a cruise along the beautiful River Ouse. going to print, they are normally advised early 2022 and may incur an The remainder of the day is yours to explore the historic city centre with early start or late finish to your holiday fascinating museums, city walks, the Minister and the Shambles. There’s so much to see and do, you’ll be spoilt for choice! THURSDAY: We depart our hotel and travel south to arrive home late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included unless stated below. On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, steam trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. LA TRELADE HOTEL, ST. MARTIN*** La Trelade Hotel is based on the most beautiful part of the Channel Islands, BURN HALL HOTEL, HUBY, NEAR YORK *** Guernsey, in the parish of Saint Martin. Leisure facilities include an indoor Set in the heart of North Yorkshire and in its own grounds, a few miles north of 13-metre pool that faces south over the beautiful terrace and garden, a sauna, York. Visit Burn Hall and you will discover a hotel offering something a little steam room to unwind and a state-of-the-art gym. All bedrooms are en-suite, non different. The hotels’ 94 en-suite bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and smoking and are fully equipped with modern amenities including a television, have telephone, tea/coffee making facilities, 24 hour room service, television, telephone, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. There is a lift. internet connection and hairdryer. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Transfer to the ferry port and return, transfers from port to the hotel and return, Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, River Ouse cruise, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, half day familiarisation tour and return journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, journey on the Wensleydale ferry crossings from Poole. Railway and excursion programme.

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6 Days 9 Days 9 Days £470 £765 £895 © BCP-Tourism Sunday 25 to Friday 30 September 2022 Sunday 25 September to Monday 3 October 2022 BEAUTIFUL BOURNEMOUTH FORT WILLIAM AND THE ISLE OF THE COAST WITH THE MOST! SKYE INC. WEST HIGHLAND RAILWAY No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £27 Single supplement £135 • Holiday insurance £31

Enjoy the golden sands accredited with numerous blue Flag Awards, Gold Located at the foot of Ben Nevis and on the banks of Loch Linnhe, Fort William is Accreditation from Britain in Bloom and European Entente Floral Awards – the second largest town in the area and the perfect base from which to explore Bournemouth can be classed a slice of floral paradise with 2,000 acres of the stunning scenery of the West Highlands. Fort William is a bustling town Victorian Gardens and parkland to explore. Walk along the golden sands or centre which has plenty to offer discerning coach holidaymakers. In the town take a stroll along the Pier with an ice cream or simply watch the sunset. itself you can browse the many shops, enjoy afternoon tea or visit its many Bournemouth has an abundance of activities for you to enjoy from land trains to attractions including The West Highland Museum, the Old Fort or Old Inverlochy galleries, tea rooms and cafes, amusements, arcades and shops, or perhaps Castle, a ruined fortress with an intriguing but bloody history. The surrounding you simply prefer to relax in a deck chair with your toes in the sand. countryside has some of Britain’s most spectacular and romantic scenery.

SUNDAY: This morning we depart the West Country and travel to the SUNDAY: After our morning departure we travel to the North of England to South Coast and Bournemouth for our five night stay. our overnight hotel. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: • We start with a morning stop in Christchurch followed by a drive through MONDAY: Leaving our hotel we cross the border and enjoy a stop at the New Forest National Park taking in quaint villages Brockenhurst with its Gretna Green. We continue north where our journey will take us via Crianlarich olde-worlde charm and Lyndhurst. before we pass through the eerie Glencoe, by Loch Linnhe and into Fort William and the Alexandra Hotel for our six night stay. • A circular tour driving through Poole to Wareham for our coffee stop. We continue our drive down to Swanage and then over to Canford Cliffs back EXCURSION PROGRAMME: into Bournemouth. Stops will be made along the way. • A scenic drive over the road bridge to the Isle of Skye which is the best • We travel to Poole Quay where we enjoy a 90-minute vintage motor yacht known of all the islands. Here you can enjoy the scenic beauty, its folklore and cruise on the Dorset Queen. Your cruise will take you down the North its romantic image associated with Bonnie Prince Charlie. Channel of Poole Harbour, passing Brownsea Castle and ‘Millionaires Row’ • A tour to Glencoe, it’s a place of breath-taking peaks and spectacular at Sandbanks. We see ‘Old Harry’s Rock’ at the beginning of the World waterfalls. Onto Oban which has been marked with the seal of approval from Heritage Site, Jurassic Coast and then take the scenic route back around the Queen Victoria as ‘one of the finest spots we have seen’. five islands within Poole Harbour. Live Commentary throughout. Enjoy the • A return trip on the West Highland Railway Line, described as one of the remainder of your day in Poole. great railway journeys of the world. This 84 mile round trip takes you past a list of impressive extremes. Board the train in Fort William where the train FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel to Weymouth. Depart after meanders through glens, along loch sides and over the breath-taking 21 lunch arriving back to our hometowns for late afternoon/early evening. arched Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig. • A short day to Ben Nevis to explore the Nevis Range – chance for a cable car Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless ride to the summit. Beautiful! stated below. SUNDAY: We leave Fort William today and travel south with a visit to Moffat before crossing the border to our overnight hotel in the north of England. MONDAY: We depart after breakfast and return back home to the West Country late afternoon/early evening. OCEAN BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, BOURNEMOUTH *** Please Note: Admission and fares are not included in the price unless stated Located directly on the seafront, atop the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth this below. contemporary hotel offers some of the best views in town. The Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award-winning sandy beaches and close to the town centre, gardens, and vibrant café society of Bournemouth. The 64 ALEXANDRA HOTEL, FORT WILLIAM *** en-suite bedrooms feature a telephone, television, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making The Alexandra Hotel provides traditional Scottish hospitality at its best, in a great facilities. The Spa is one of the best in Bournemouth and all Oceana Guests have location, with everything close by whether it’s shopping in the high street, catching a access to Sister hotels amenities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There bus or taking a train to explore the spectacular local area. There are 93 bedrooms is a lift. within the hotel all benefiting from en-suite bathrooms, television, direct dial telephone and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 5 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, tea/coffee on INCLUDED IN THE PRICE arrival, porterage, entertainment during your stay, Poole boat cruise and Executive coach travel, 8 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, journey on the excursion programme. West Highland line Railway and excursion programme.

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Wednesday 28 September to Thursday 6 October 2022 THE OUTER HEBRIDES A PASSAGE THROUGH TIME Single supplement £138 • Holiday insurance £31

Where life moves at its own relaxed pace, the Western Isles are like nowhere else you have ever been and in this last stronghold of the Gaels, you’ll find inner peace and tranquillity. If you want to get away from it all, this really is away from it all. The rugged landscapes of the Outer Hebrides stand majestically at the North West edge of Europe and offer a visual delight to all that visit. Fantastic beaches, historical sights and breath-taking scenery await you on this beautiful collection of Islands. The history and culture of the Hebridean Islands is unique with a strong influence from Norse, Gaelic and Celtic races in fact the Hebrides is where you will find the biggest concentration of Scottish Gaelic speakers in Scotland offering a warm and friendly welcome, but don’t worry English is spoken mostly. This amazing holiday will take you up the Western Coast of the Scottish Mainland and over the stunning Kyles of Lochalsh Bridge to the Isle of Skye and onward to the Isles of Benbecula, Lewis and Harris before re-joining the mainland at Ullapool for a scenic journey through the Highlands, Lowlands and Borders of Scotland. ROYAL HOTEL, OBAN*** Sat in the centre of town close to the harbour and ferry terminal, enjoy the very best of Scottish hospitality that first opened its doors in 1895. All of the en-suite bedrooms at this hotel feature a television, tea/coffee making facilities, large windows, high ceilings, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer and climate control. The traditional décor is complemented by the tartan furnishings. There is a lift. DARK ISLAND HOTEL, ISLE OF BENBECULA *** A privately owned hotel, the Dark Island has achieved acclaims as one of the best hotels in the highlands and islands. The intimacy and elegance of the Carriages Restaurant will help you to relax and appreciate the high standard of the award-winning kitchen. All bedrooms are en-suite with television, radio, telephone, Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities. There is no lift, but ground floor rooms are available. CALADH INN, ISLE OF LEWIS*** This very friendly family run hotel enjoys a central location in Stornoway, about a 15 minute walk from the town centre. All 68 well-sized en-suite bedrooms are traditionally styled in Harris tweed fabrics and are equipped with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. GRANT ARMS HOTEL, GRANTOWN ON SPEY **** Situated in the heart of the Grand Highland town of Grantown-on-Spey, this traditional, quality Scottish hotel offers modern comforts whilst retaining its traditional character and is proud of its location surrounded by amazing wildlife, flora and fauna. All 50 en-suite bedrooms have a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift reaches most bedrooms.

WEDNESDAY: After our morning departure we travel to the north of passes some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in the world of the UK from England and to our overnight hotel. inhospitable rocky shores in the east to golden sandy beaches in the west. Arrive in Stornoway, the capital of Lewis and the Caladh Inn where we will stay THURSDAY: Crossing the border, we continue north where our journey will for the next two nights. take us via Loch Lomond, over the rest and be thankful pass to Inveraray through Glen Aray to the Royal Hotel in Oban. MONDAY: Today we stay on the Isle of Lewis to enjoy its fantastic scenery. Lewis is the largest of the Western Isles and is a haven to all forms of wildlife. FRIDAY: Depart Oban and travel by way of Portnacroish as we travel along We will take in Carloway Broch and then onto Calanais ‘Standing Stones’ Loch Linnhe to Fort William. Continue to the road bridge and onto the Isle of visitors centre. We continue onto Gearrannan Blackhouse Village which is a Skye, enjoy the scenic drive past the dramatic Cuillin Hills and through the unique group of restored thatched cottages that give an insight to the way of island’s Capital, Portree. On arrival into the north shore port of Uig, catch the life in typical crofting township. ferry across the North Uist where we shall enjoy our evening meal on board before arriving to the Dark Island Hotel on the island of Benbecula during the TUESDAY: Board a ferry from Stornoway to Ullapool. Continue south to evening. We stay here for the next two nights. Grantown-On-Spey and the Grant Arms Hotel for our overnight stay. SATURDAY: A day at leisure where you can explore the beautiful WEDNESDAY: Travelling through the picturesque scenery we depart surroundings of Benbecula, the island of Fords. Take a walk along secluded Scotland and onto our overnight hotel in northern England. beaches and relax amidst beautiful scenery. THURSDAY: Complete our journey home for arrival back to the SUNDAY: Today we do a spot of island hopping. We head first across North westcountry for late afternoon/early evening. Uist. It boasts a stunning blend of sandy beaches, freshwater lochs and rolling Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated moorland hills. We board our ferry and cross the Sound of Harris to the Isle of below. Harris. The Isle of Harris is linked by road to the Isle of Lewis and the drive

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 8 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrances to Standing Stones Visitor Centre and Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, porterage in four Scottish hotels, all ferry crossings as stated in itinerary and excursion programme.

66 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 67 7 Days 5 Days £555 £370 © Visit I.O.M 11 Days Sunday 2 to Saturday 8 October 2022 Monday 3 to Friday 7 October 2022 £910 ISLE OF MAN BRITAIN’ TREASURE ISLAND SECRETS OF SHROPSHIRE, Single supplement £95 • Holiday insurance £27 BOATS AND RAIL CANAL IN THE SKY AND BLISTS HILL One of the world’s most beautiful islands lying in the middle of the Irish Sea, Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 the Isle of Man is a treasure chest waiting to be discovered. You will find natural beauty, breath-taking scenery, unspoilt beaches and a pace of life that Shropshire is England’s 6th least populated county, giving the area a relaxed is unique. The Isle of Man is steeped in its heritage, with a mix of Celtic crosses, feel. It has a truly remarkable variety of places to visit from its scenic beauty, crofting communities, Viking burial sites, medieval castles as well as the historic sites, timber framed villages to steam trains and the World Heritage world’s largest working water wheel – The Laxey Wheel. With a working site of living Victorians at Blists Hill. Take a walk across the first iron bridge in Victorian transport system of narrow gauge steam trains, electric and horse the world with the crowning glory being a venture into Wales to ‘Float in the drawn trams, the Isle of Man is a step back in time for you to enjoy. sky’ on the magnificent Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. It’s easy access, remarkable history and incredible backdrop are all there to experience on your holiday. SUNDAY: We depart the West Country and drive to our overnight hotel in the Lancashire area. MONDAY: Following our morning departure we shall travel by way of Leominster and Ludlow to arrive at the Buckatree Hall Hotel late afternoon. MONDAY: We board the ferry from Heysham to Douglas, we then TUESDAY: A tour to the birthplace of Charles Darwin - Medieval continue the short transfer to the Rutland Hotel for our five night stay. Shrewsbury, circled by the River Severn. It has a history extending back to 901, EXCURSION PROGRAMME: making it one of the oldest settlements in Britain, with some of the finest • First, we visit Tynwald Hill, home of the World’s most continuous historical buildings in the country. Explore the higgledy-piggledy alleyways parliament. Then onto Peel, where you can see the only Cathedral on the with boutique shops and cosy café’s or visit Shrewsbury Abbey which inspired Island, also an historic fishing port popular for its fine sands and delicious Ellis Peters’ Cadfael novels. There are beautiful photo opportunities too of Manx Kippers. We complete our day with a visit to Ramsey which takes Shrewsbury Castle and St.Chads. We depart Shrewsbury and travel by way of position as the second largest town on the Isle of Man. Church Stretton taking in Wenlock Edge and Much Wenlock. • A visit to the Laxey Wheel and Snaefell for an optional train ride on the WEDNESDAY: This morning we head to Kidderminster to start our day Mountain Railway, the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles, with a nostalgic one-way journey on the Severn Valley Railway. Journey back in which takes you on a breath-taking 5 mile journey from Laxey to the summit time on this steam hauled train as it meanders through 16 miles of rolling of Snaefell (please note we have based this visit on 2021 opening hours and countryside with breath-taking panoramas. Disembark at Bridgnorth and travel may be subject to change). to Blists Hill Victorian Town, the most popular of the Ironbridge Gorge • First a visit to Castletown the old capital of the island. Onto Calf of Man, a Museums. This open air museum allows you to experience the sights, sounds small island at the south western extremity of the Isle of Man from which it is and smells of Victorian life in the 1800’s. separated by a narrow strait of water known as the Calf Sound. We continue THURSDAY: Today the terrain becomes more mountainous as the Welsh onto Port Erin well known as an old smuggling site and a pretty Victorian roads lead the tour to Llangollen – a thriving little town and home to both a seaside town. steam railway and Llangollen Canal. Take a stroll and have lunch before boarding the narrowboat for a 2 hour scenic trip across Thomas Telfords SATURDAY: We board the ferry from Douglas to Heysham and then Pontcysyllte Aqueduct which is 1000 feet long and 126 feet high. Return continue south and travel back home for arrival during the early evening. through the Shropshire countryside back to our hotel. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless FRIDAY: We depart the Buckatree Hall and travel to Worcester for our stated below. lunchtime stop. Depart after lunch and travel back home to arrive late Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ afternoon/early evening. technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. On all train excursions, for operational reasons on the day of travel, steam RUTLAND HOTEL, DOUGLAS*** trains may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. Located on the desirable Queen’s promenade, overlooking the spectacular Douglas Bay, your hotel offers comfort, style and a welcoming atmosphere that BUCKATREE HALL HOTEL, TELFORD *** will help you unwind. All bedrooms are accessible via the lift (not suitable for The Buckatree Hall Hotel is set in scenic woodland at the foot of The Wrekin in tranquil Shropshire. The bedrooms are en-suite and traditionally furnished, many rooms have wheelchairs) and are en-suite with telephones, tea/coffee making facilities, views of the garden or private lake and there is free Wi-Fi. Each room also features satellite television, broadband and hairdryer. Seaview rooms are available on television, tea/coffee making facilities and an in-room safe. The Lakeside Restaurant request and incur a supplement. There are nine steps to access the hotel entrance, offers a range of contemporary cuisine, while the Lander Bar and Lounge serves snacks there are no ground floor rooms. and light dishes. There is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, ferry crossings, Isle Executive coach travel, 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast, 2 nights entertainment, of Man only: porterage, entertainment during your stay and excursion entrance to Blists Hill Museum, Severn Valley Railway Journey, Aqueduct trip and programme. excursion programme.

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Sunday 9 to Wednesday 19 October 2022 HEMMINGS GRAND TOUR OF IRELAND Single supplement £216 • Holiday insurance £46

Ireland was made for the touring holiday as it is one of the least populated countries in Europe, you can travel for miles without meeting another vehicle. This holiday allows you to enjoy meeting the Irish people and be entertained by the music, dancing and fun that comes naturally and needless to say that both the food and drink in Ireland are superb. We have devised a tour that covers both Northern and Southern Ireland and chosen our resort bases to offer the very best of what Ireland has to offer. STORMONT HOTEL **** This four star hotel is one of the leading hotels In Belfast. It boasts an unequalled location overlooking Belfast’s Royal Mile and gardens leading up to Stormont Parliament Buildings, the seat of Northern Ireland’s Assembly. All bedrooms are en-suite with television, hairdryer, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. CLANREE HOTEL, LETTERKENNY **** The Clanree Hotel provides a comfortable base for exploring Donegal. Featuring classically styled rooms, restaurant, bar and a relaxing health and leisure club which provides free access to a fully equipped gym, 20m pool, separate kids’ pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Spa treatments are also available (chargeable). All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with television, telephone, Wi-Fi, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. FALLS HOTEL, ENNISTYMON **** This former manor house overlooking the river provides a haven of peace and tranquillity. All 140 bedrooms are en-suite with free WiFi, television, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. There is a lift KILLARNEY TOWERS, KILLARNEY **** Occupying a prime position in the centre of Killarney, it enjoys a reputation for fine cuisine and the highest standards of comfort and service and remains a firm favourite amongst many of our customers. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with television, hairdryer, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift.

SUNDAY: We have an early start to travel to Pembroke for our ferry crossing SATURDAY: A day to the Burren National Park and the Cliffs of Moher for to Rosslare. We continue to the Maldron Hotel in Wexford for our overnight stay. breath-taking views 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. The dramatic scenery of the most famous cliffs in Ireland will leave you with memories that will stay with MONDAY: We leave Wexford and take in the Wicklow mountains before you forever. arriving into Dublin where you may like to join in an optional sightseeing tour. We continue north by the way of Drogheda and travel towards the Mourne SUNDAY: Departure from Ennistymon towards the River Shannon, we cross Mountains arriving at the Stormont Hotel for a two night stay. the Shannon into County Limerick and onto Adare, renowned for being one of Ireland’s prettiest towns for some free time. Continue to the coast by way of TUESDAY: A day in Belfast where once again you may like to take an optional Castleisland, arriving into Killarney and the Killarney Towers Hotel for two nights. sightseeing tour. Enjoy free time in this interesting city. MONDAY: A spectacular full day on the Ring of Kerry where plenty of stops WEDNESDAY: Depart the Stormont Hotel and travel through the middle of will be made for photo and food opportunities. Northern Ireland to Londonderry for a short stop before arriving into Letterkenny and the Clanree Hotel for the next two nights. TUESDAY: We sadly leave Killarney but make our way to Cork for some free time. Onto Waterford before arriving at the Maldron Hotel, Wexford. THURSDAY: A circular day tour travelling north to Dunfanaghy, down to Dungloe and back over the Derryveagh Mountains, part of the Glenveagh WEDNESDAY: We board a morning ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke and National Park for a day of spectacular scenery. return back home during the evening. FRIDAY: After breakfast we depart Letterkenny for a short stop in Donegal Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated and drive through County Donegal to Bundoran. Enjoy the coastal scenery before below. making our lunch stop. Continue south to Galway and the Falls Hotel, Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if weather conditions/ Ennistymon where we shall stay for two nights. technical issues cause problems to the outward or return ferry journey.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 10 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry crossings and excursion programme.

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Sunday 9 to Thursday 13 October 2022 Friday 14 to Monday 17 October 2022 MONMOUTHSHIRE, CARDIFF HEMMINGS CORNISH TREAT River view £15 per person • Superior river view with balcony AND THE BRECON BEACONS £45 per person • No single supplement on allocated singles Single supplement £100 • Holiday insurance £24 Holiday insurance £23

Monmouthshire, encompassing the dramatic Black Mountains in the north, to Cornwall is famous for its seafaring history, spectacular sandy beaches, the market towns of Abergavenny and Monmouth, through to the rural valleys gorgeous gardens, dramatic coastline and captivating fishing harbours. The around Newport and Chepstow on the banks of the River Severn, the Wye Valley pretty fishing town of Looe is a truly delightful and picturesque place, separated and Vale of Usk are true areas of outstanding natural beauty. With awesome into two towns of East and West Looe by the River Looe flowing out to sea. The castles, bustling market towns, fresh-farm produce, an artisan tradition, small harbour is still a busy fishing port and watching the hustle and bustle as generous hospitality, and sunshine and showers. Monmouthshire and the Wye the fishermen return home with their catch is a great way to appreciate the Valley is a captivating experience that treats the senses at any time of year. town. Meander your way through the maze-like streets, learn the towns maritime history or simply relax on the wide sandy beach the choice is yours and SUNDAY: We depart the Westcountry and make our way to Chepstow and a laid back holiday awaits you in Looe. the St Pierre Marriott Hotel for our four night stay. FRIDAY: Following your morning departure we will make our way to West MONDAY: Today we head to Cardiff, the Capital city of Wales where we Looe. Depending on our pick up route we will have a lunch stop before arriving have an enjoyable and informative two hour coach guided tour of the city, the into Looe early afternoon. Enjoy a Cornish cream tea and time to explore our vibrant bay area, the Barrage and Penarth seafront. We return to the city resort before enjoying our evening meal. where you have free time to explore the imposing castle, heritage and historic attractions or maybe visit the many shopping arcades. SATURDAY: A drive across Bodmin Moor to Port Issac, or you may know it TUESDAY: Our day will start in the walled town of Chepstow, sat on the as Portwenn from the television series Doc Martin. Spend time wandering banks of the River Wye, which is dominated by the oldest surviving stone through the pretty village streets and alleyways that lead down to the lovely castle in Britain. Follow the twists and turns of the wonderful Wye Valley, past harbour, many of the extra’s in the television series are locals so keep your eye the magnificent ruins of Tintern Abbey, before continuing to the Georgian out for a familiar face or two. This afternoon we continue to Padstow, home to market town of Monmouth, an elegant town with a splendid location at the several Rick Stein’s eateries, this is the perfect spot for lunch, you will also find bustling narrow streets and a traditional harbour. confluence of three rivers - the Trothy, Monnow and, more famously, the river Wye. It’s world famous 13th Century gateway, on the Monnow Bridge, is SUNDAY: Today we enjoy little quaint fishing villages with firstly a coffee unique in Britain and benifits the town’s proud past. stop in Fowey, this picturesque town has much to offer and is designated an area WEDNESDAY: A full day excursion to the Brecon Beacons and the Black of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Its natural harbour is the perfect haven for Mountains. First, we will spend the morning in the market town of yachtsmen while still busy as a working port exporting Cornwall’s china clay. Abergavenny before continuing to the Brecon Mountain Railway for a Onto Charlestown, better known now for the filming of Poldark. We then travel spectacular return journey into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through to the smugglers haunt of Mevagissey, with a maze of narrow alleyways, colour Pontsticill and along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir before climbing washed houses, small coves and fishing harbour this is a true Cornish gem. to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons and the summit of the original line. We have a leisurely breakfast before we start our journey home. Enjoy a scenic drive which will take us back to our hotel for our final night stay. MONDAY: Depending on our return route we will explore the local area before arriving THURSDAY: We depart our hotel and take in the Forest of Dean before we home during the afternoon. make our way back to the Westcountry for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. On all railway journeys steam trains may be replaced with stated below. a diesel locomotive. PORTBYHAN HOTEL, LOOE *** ST PIERRE MARRIOTT HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB, CHEPSTOW**** The Portbyhan Hotel is situated in an unrivalled position right in the heart of Looe, Set in 400 acres of rolling parkland, this plush hotel and country club is set in a historic 14th-century manor house near Chepstow. Natural beauty surrounds the hotel with allowing guests to relish the panoramic views of the vibrant harbour with only a the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean on the doorstep. The hotel boasts extensive leisure short stroll into Looe town, a three star award winning hotel on the harbourside. facilities including an indoor swimming pool, steam room, sauna and spa bath for an All bedrooms are en-suite with hairdryer, television, tea/coffee making facilities unrivalled day of delight. Recharge in beautifully designed en-suite bedrooms with and Wi-Fi access. There is also a roof terrace, bar and residents lounge. The hotel luxury bedding, television, large desks, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, also has river view rooms, they are subject to availability and charge. There is a lift 24-hour room service and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. to all floors.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, guided Executive coach travel, 3 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, cream tea on coach tour of Cardiff, Brecon Mountain railway journey and excursion arrival, porterage, entertainment on at least one night of your stay and programme. excursion programme.

70 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 5 Days 5 Days £365 £305 © VISIT I.O.W. Sunday 16 to Thursday 20 October 2022 Monday 17 to Friday 21 October 2022 SCENES OF THE LAKE DISTRICT & LAKE ISLE OF WIGHT No single supplement on allocated singles GARDENS, STEAM RAIL, CRUISING, CASTLES & TASTING WINDERMERE Sea view supplement £20 • Premier sea view supplement £40 Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 Holiday insurance £24 Recognised as a region with World Heritage status, the 912 square miles of The Lake District is an inspirational place to visit. Cascading waterfalls, 16 sparkling lakes, The Isle of Wight may be just five miles off the mainland, but it’s a different charming Lakeland towns and sweeping mountain landscapes are all there to be world. Nowhere in the country can match the Isle of Wight for geographical seen on this wonderful balanced break. variety. It is as if all the best natural assets of southern England have come together to be exhibited on one 23 mile long and 13 mile wide, stretch of land. SUNDAY: After our morning departure we head to the Lake District and the All along the coast you will find quiet fishing harbours and seaside villages, Windermere Hotel for our four night stay. along with stretches of golden sand and unspoilt beaches. Inland you will find MONDAY: We start our day in Bowness, enjoy some free time at one of the an abundance of winding paths, peaceful woods and rolling countryside with lakes most popular towns on the shore of Lake Windermere. Bowness is popular breath-taking views wherever you go. Shanklin is another one of those all year round and a great place to relax and savour the atmosphere and the town’s traditional seaside resorts but if you tear yourself away from the stunning delightful setting. We then proceed over the Kirkstone Pass, the highest road in the coastline and walk into the tiny Old Village you will find it filled with quaint Lakes to Glenridding. We board a steamer for a one hour cruise on the beautiful thatched cottages. Rylstone gardens provide a beautiful spot to sit back and Ullswater Lake, the second largest lake in the Lake District. We enjoy some time in watch the world go by. Shanklin Chine is a must, a gorge that contains a variety Pooley Bridge before we continue our day travelling through picturesque Lakeland of rare plants and a beautiful waterfall. fells visiting Grasmere, the home of William Wordsworth. TUESDAY: Travel to Haverthwaite where we hop on the steam train to travel MONDAY: We travel to Lymington for the ferry crossing to Yarmouth and 3.5 miles through the Leven Valley to Lake Windermere. Disembark at Lakeside continue our journey to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel. station and enjoy entry into the Lakeside Motor Museum which consists of over EXCURSION PROGRAMME: 30,000 exhibits, including the racing Campbells, of Bluebird Fame. Our afternoon • An excursion to the capital of the island, Newport. Our drive back to will take us to Holker Hall and Gardens, which is regarded as one of the best stately homes in Britain. Explore the 23 acres of immaculately kept gardens which comprise Shanklin will take in a visit to Godshill, a quintessential English village which of a series of formal gardens set within an informal landscape of interesting trees, boasts some of the oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight. With its delightful shrubs and meadows. Take in Holker Hall which dates back to the 16th century and medieval church, charming thatched-roofed cottages and a winding has been passed down through the years by heritance to just three families. main-street lined with traditional tearooms. • A scenic island tour today with stops throughout the day taking in Ventnor, WEDNESDAY: Our day will start at Muncaster Castle, owned by the Alum Bay, Yarmouth – Cameras at the ready! Pennington family since the 1200’s and is set in 77 acres which include the • A short day to Osborne House, It is impossible to imagine a “prettier spot” Himalayan gardens which incorporates plants from all over the world. A fine - such were the words of Queen Victoria after her first visit to Osborne on the example of one of the Lake District’s favourite historic houses. On to the pretty Isle of Wight. No trip to the island would be complete without a visit to this market town of Keswick, the head of Derwent Water where we will have lunch. royal seaside palace where Queen Victoria lived with her beloved Prince We finish the day off with a visit to the highly rated Lakes Distillery, housed in a Albert and their nine children. For clients not wishing to visit Osbourne beautifully refurbished 1850’s Victorian model farm near Lake Bassenthwaite, House the coach will take you to Cowes where you can travel over the chain surrounded by Lakeland fells and woodlands. We enjoy a guided tour, sampling link ferry into the town. Return to Shanklin to enjoy our host resort. the quality of world class gin, vodka and whisky. FRIDAY: Depart the Ocean View and travel to Yarmouth for the return THURSDAY: We depart our hotel and begin our homeward journey, retracing crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home for our steps back to the Westcountry for arrival late afternoon/early evening. late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless below. On all railway excursions, for operational reasons on the day of stated below. travel, steam vehicles may be replaced by a diesel locomotive. WINDERMERE HOTEL, WINDERMERE*** OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN *** The 80-bedroom Windermere Hotel dates back to 1847. It is listed by English Heritage and is An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally perfectly located for exploring the amazing areas we have scheduled on the Lake District. Enjoy situated for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. a drink from the modern Piano Lounge Bar or on the outdoor patio overlooking the quiet The hotel has a bar, lounge, indoor heated swimming pool, full sized snooker table gardens. There is WiFi, all en-suite bedrooms are equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/ coffee making facilities. Many rooms offer stunning views over Lake Windermere or the Town and a coffee shop. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee Centre. There is a lift. making facilities, hairdryer, telephone, television and radio. There will be entertainment during your stay. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, cruise on the Ullswater Steamer, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Haverthwaite steam rail journey, entrance to Lakeside Motor Museum, Holker Hall & Gardens Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry and Muncaster Castle, Lakes Distillery tour and tasting and excursion programme. crossings, entertainment and excursion programme.

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Friday 21 to Sunday 23 October 2022 Friday 21 to Monday 24 October 2022 MYSTERY WEEKEND BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS Single supplement £30 • Holiday insurance £19 WEEKEND Our mystery weekends are always in demand, but will you be by the sea or a Single supplement £24 • Holiday insurance £23 town inland? We vary the destination of each mystery tour, but we hope it is a weekend you will truly adore. Think Blackpool and the first things to spring to mind are the Blackpool Illuminations, Blackpool Tower, Pleasure Beach and all the other sights and FRIDAY: Departure from your local sounds of a traditional British seaside resort. Peel that away and there’s so area and travel by the scenic way to much more to discover! Blackpool has been attracting visitors to its lively reach our destination. resort since 1735 when the first guest house opened here. Blackpool Tower is a firm favourite with holidaymakers who can climb to the very top for amazing SATURDAY: A full day sightseeing views stretching as far as North Wales and the Lake District. The viewing deck excursion. at the Tower includes the Walk of Faith, which isn’t for the faint-hearted as you’ll be able to walk on a clear glass platform and see the world beneath SUNDAY: A departure after your feet! Blackpool Tower is also home to the ballroom, aquarium and a play breakfast area keeping everyone entertained on coach trips to Blackpool. Take a stroll and return home for late afternoon/early where every step could evoke a giggle or two with Blackpool’s Comedy evening. Carpet which sits beneath the iconic Blackpool Tower.

Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the FRIDAY: Following your morning departure we travel north to Blackpool and price unless stated below. the Queens Hotel. Enjoy your dinner followed by an evening free to explore the facilities that Blackpool has to offer.

EXCURSION PROGRAMME: HOTEL • Today we travel to Yorkshire travelling by way of Lancaster before heading up Your hotel is a minimum of three star, all rooms being en-suite with television and over the Yorkshire Dales to the pretty town of Hawes, we shall also take in Garsdale the usual facilities. before stopping for an afternoon tea stop in Kendal before we return to Blackpool. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE MONDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel south arriving home late Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion afternoon/early evening. programme. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated U S N below. R O E W I

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Monday 24 to Friday 28 October 2022 Monday 24 to Friday 28 October 2022 AUTUMN TINTS OF SNOWDONIA HARROGATE, YORK AND AND PORTMEIRION SCENIC YORKSHIRE DALES No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £64 • Holiday insurance £24

Dominated by the impressive Snowdonia mountain range, a visit to this Famous for its floral beauty and elegance – Harrogate is a thriving place. With national park reveals picturesque villages, fast-flowing waterfalls and a its elegant spa buildings, which include the Royal Pump Room Museum, the coastline of fine sandy beaches. In addition to the rugged mountain Mercer Art Gallery and the Turkish Baths, a lasting tribute to its former fame as landscapes there are numerous rolling green valleys, packed with woodlands, a prominent European Spa. Modern day Harrogate now has a reputation as a streams and waterfalls, and 60 miles of spectacular coastline. One of the true premier conference and exhibition destination of international standing. highlights of North Wales is Portmeirion, a tiny fantasy-Italianate village on a There is an excellent choice of quality shops, restaurants, bars, cafes and private peninsula surrounded by hills; it’s said to be loosely modelled after tearooms which add to the relaxed and cosmopolitan feel of ‘England’s Floral Portofino in Italy. Designed in the 1920s by architect Clough Williams-Ellis Town’. With acres of immaculate gardens that are ablaze of colour throughout (1883–1978), the village has a hotel and restaurant among its multi coloured the year, making it one of the most attractive towns in the British Isles. buildings and gift shops sell a distinctive local pottery. MONDAY: After your local departure we travel north to Harrogate in MONDAY: Leaving from your local departure point we travel to North Wales Yorkshire and the Cairn Hotel where we shall stay for the next four nights. and to our hotel in Snowdonia – The Royal Victoria Hotel for our four night stay. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: TUESDAY: Our day will start taking in Capel Curig before arriving into • A full day in England’s ‘eternal city’ York. It’s a place of outstanding Betws-y-Coed, one of the honeypot locations in Snowdonia. Continue our scenic drive taking in Blaenau Ffestiniog, on through Beddgelert to historic Caernarfon, beauty with its history recorded in the streets, buildings and numerous which is guarded by its mighty castle, what a beautiful day. museums including the Castle Museum and National Railway Museum. There are pleasant riverside walks, a wide variety of shops and of course WEDNESDAY: A visit to the unique Italianate village of Portmeirion, the famous Jorvik Centre. There’s a web of narrow streets and snickleways designed by architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. The stunning houses and pavilions surrounding York Minster, offering visitors an opportunity to explore 2000 overlook the sea at Cardigan Bay and were made famous by the television series years of heritage in the largest Gothic Cathedral in England. ‘The Prisoner’. Discover the impressive natural landscape surrounding Portmeirion, the subtropical forest, affectionately known as The Gwyllt (Wildwood in Welsh) • A day excursion into the beautiful Yorkshire Dales with an abundance of features some of Britain’s largest trees, secret gardens, a derelict castle and rare sweeping fells, drystone walls and pretty villages. We shall take in Skipton, flowers. Explore the 70 acres of exotic woodlands with 19 miles of pathways which the famous Ribblehead Viaduct, Hawes and Wensleydale. cut through forests, secret spaces and coastal coves. U • A short day first to Knaresborough, a Yorkshire town full of surprises, a S N THURSDAY: Today we cross the Menai Straits to the Isle of Angelsey. We R O warren of medieval streets and stone staircases that weave their way up E W I usually travel straight through the middle to travel to Holyhead but there is so much and down the hill. The town centre is perched on the cliffs above the River

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ROYAL VICTORIA HOTEL, LLANBERIS *** The Royal Victoria Hotel is uniquely located close to Llanberis at the foot of CAIRN HOTEL, HARROGATE *** Snowdon, within 30 acres of their very own gardens and woodlands, which include The Cairn Hotel was built during Harrogate’s period as a Spa Town when people the historic castle of Dolbadarn. Being cradled between two lakes Llyn Padarn and came from far and wide to take the waters. Carefully modernised, grand original Llyn Peris as well as the Welsh mountains the location is quite simply breathtaking, and the Snowdon Mountain Railway is right opposite! The 104 fully equipped features still welcome you to this charming Victorian hotel. The Cairn hotel is en-suite bedrooms at The Royal Victoria Hotel are designed to offer you somewhere located only a short five minute walk from the town and stands in four acres of comfortable that you can really relax in. All bedrooms are equipped with telephone, grounds. There is WiFi, the bedrooms are all en-suite and are equipped with tea/ television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. A lift reaches most bedrooms. coffee making facilities, television and telephone. There is a lift.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage and Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage and excursion programme. excursion programme.

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Monday 7 to Friday 11 November 2022 Monday 7 to Friday 11 November 2022 MYSTERY BREAK TURKEY AND TINSEL NEWQUAY – TURKEY AND TINSE Single supplement £60 • Holiday insurance £24 THE JEWEL IN CORNWALL’S CROWN Single supplement £40 • Holiday insurance £24 Our mystery tours are always in demand, but will you be by the sea or a town inland? We vary the destination of each mystery tour, but we hope it is a break Located on Cornwall’s Atlantic Coast, Newquay has previously been voted as “One that you will truly adore. We have introduced a Turkey and Tinsel midweek tour; of the Nation’s Favourite Seaside Towns” in the prestigious Which Holiday Survey, we are sure this will prove as popular as our other weekends. Newquay also has some of Cornwall’s finest beaches! Newquay’s laid-back charm is here for everyone to enjoy. Cornwall, famous for its dramatic coastline, spectacular MONDAY: Departure from your local area and travel by the scenic way to sandy beaches, quaint coastal towns and fishing harbour, is a popular destination reach our destination. with tourists who enjoy coach holidays to Cornwall. The south coast referred to as EXCURSION PROGRAMME: the Cornish Riviera is home to picturesque harbour villages such as Fowey and • Two full day sightseeing excursions will be made Falmouth, highly rated for their fresh fish, popular sea school and cream teas.

FRIDAY: We depart our hotel after breakfast, where will we be going now? MONDAY: CHRISTMAS EVE: Following your morning departure we will Arrive home for late afternoon/early evening. make our way to the north Cornish coast and Newquay. Depending on our Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated pick-up route we will have a lunch stop before arriving into Newquay during the below. afternoon. On arrival, we will be greeted with a Cornish Cream Tea. Hmmm, For Mystery Breaks, we are unable to provide guidance regarding the Cream or Jam first? The remainder of the day will be yours to explore Newquay. suitability for individual needs and we offer no recompense if a location, Meet in the Pebbles Bar for a sherry reception with mince pies,with an evening of places of interest or excursions are not your expectations. live entertainment. CHRISTMAS DAY: Merry Christmas, today we have a morning drive A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally TUESDAY: taking in the views of the ocean travelling by way of Watergate Bay to arrive into celebrates a mock Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Padstow, a quaint fishing port on the north coast. Return to our hotel to relax for the HOTEL afternoon. Tonight traditional Christmas dinner, a visit from Santa with treats for Your hotel is a minimum of three star, all rooms being en-suite with television and everyone, followed by bingo in the Pebbles bar. the usual facilities. WEDNESDAY: BOXING DAY: We travel to St Ives, a picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town. Wander through the maze of narrow cobbled streets, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE independent shops and fisherman’s cottages. We return by way of Godrevy- Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, Turkey and Tinsel Portreath heritage coast. Join your fellow travellers in the bar for a Christmas programme with entertainment and excursion programme. movie and live entertainment in the lounge THURSDAY: NEW YEAR’S EVE: A morning to Falmouth, it has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime TOURS TO BE ARRANGED heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is building a name for itself as one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations. Onto the Cathedral city of Truro to complete our day before returning to our hotel. New Year’s Eve entertainment Please enquire for (fancy dress optional) in the lounge where the winner for the Christmas cake competition will be announced. dates and rices – FRIDAY: We depart Newquay and make our way back to our home towns. On our return journey, we will make a lunch stop depending on our drop-off route. • GREAT YARMOUTH AND Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below.A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally THURSFORD SPECTACULAR celebrates a mock Christmas Day and New Years’ Eve with plenty of entertainment. This itinerary is based on 2021 programme. • EASTBOURNE TURKEY AND TINSEL ESPLANADE HOTEL, NEWQUAY*** The Esplanade hotel is located in a lovely seafront position, opposite Fistral Beach • SCARBOROUGH TURKEY AND TINSEL with outstanding views of the bay. There is a large, bright restaurant and an open plan lounge which both offer panoramic sea views. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa bath and gym. All 90 comfortable bedrooms are • LLANDUDNO TURKEY AND TINSEL en-suite and have a homely feel with excellent fittings and are equipped with a television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. WiFi is available. Hemmings Coaches, Powlers Piece Garage, East Putford, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, free bar on selected drinks Holsworthy, Devon. EX22 7XW Tel: 01237 451282 6pm – 9pm each night, Turkey and Tinsel package and excursion programme.

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FREE BAR 5 Days TWO 5 Days 6pm-9pm £400 HOUR FREE £330 BAR EACH NIGHT Monday 7 to Friday 11 November 2022 Monday 7 to Friday 11 November 2022 VALKENBURG, HOLLAND – SKEGNESS, LINCOLN AND THE TURKEY AND TINSEL WOLDS TURKEY & TINSEL Single supplement £64 • Holiday insurance £38 No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24

The ever-popular resort of Valkenburg, nestled in a quiet corner of Holland, is Over the years, Skegness has been and remains one of the most popular often described as ‘Little Switzerland’. Here, gentle hills and valleys ease destinations for both family and retirement seaside holidays in the UK. If you through the countryside to the neighbouring borders of Belgium and love the beach, Lincolnshire’s fifty miles of stunning coastline will not Germany. Valkenburg itself boasts many attractions including the famous disappoint. Families will relish the safe, blue-flag beaches and traditional castle, museums, marlstone caves, the South Limburg Steam Train and plenty resorts of Skegness and Mablethorpe. You can visit the historic city of Lincoln, of shops, cafes, bars and a casino. Enjoy a two-hour free bar each evening. don’t miss Lincoln Castle where the Magna Carta is now permanently on display, the result of a £22 million investment of the castle, Lincoln Cathedral is one of Europe’s finest gothic buildings with its vaulted ceilings, and intricate MONDAY: Following our early morning departure we travel to Folkestone stained glass windows. It was at one time the tallest building in the world, its for our lunchtime Eurotunnel crossing into Calais. Continue our journey through history has been long and varied and if you search the Angel Choir you may France and Belgium into Holland to arrive at the Hotel Walram, Valkenburg. On discover the imp which was turned to stone for his mischief there. arrival there will be a welcome drink and a small box of chocolates in your room. Enjoy an evening meal and a two hour free bar. MONDAY: Following your morning departure we travel to the East Coast for TUESDAY: Christmas Ev : Our day will start with a visit to Monschau, a our hotel based on the seafront in Skegness, the Savoy Hotel for our four night stay. medieval town in the cultural centre of the Eifel mountain region, a charming WEDNESDAY: Chirstmas E E: A coastal tour taking in Ingoldmells, picture-postcard town which is simply breath-taking. We return via Aachen, an with its golden sands it is the perfect place to sit and relax when the sun is ancient capital of the Frankish Empire. Return to our hotel for a complimentary shining. Onto Chapel St. Leonards where the village centre is bursting with drink, dinner and a visit from Santa bearing a gift along with a complimentary traditional shops and amusements. We also take in Mablethorpe, a charming cup of tea or coffee with cake and a two hour free bar. resort with a beach not only scenic but golden, safe and clean. We return with a drive through the Lincolnshire Wolds, which are designated an Area of WEDNESDAY: Christmas Day: We travel to one of the oldest cities in Outstanding Natural Beauty. The fertile chalk hills have been shaped by Holland, Maastricht with free time to explore this charismatic Dutch city before agriculture for more than 4,000 years. we continue to the white village of Thorn. The town attracts visitors with the allure of its cobbled streets, beautiful church and characteristic white houses. THURSDAY: Christmas Day: Enjoy today at leisure, perhaps take a Tonight there will be a four course Turkey dinner with a complimentary drink, walk down the seafront. music and a two hour free bar. FRIDAY: BOX NG Day: A morning visit to the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitors Centre in Coningsby. We then travel to Lincoln where you will THURSDAY: N w yEars Day: A free day in Valkenburg. Tonight there will have time to explore the fascinating history, browse the many shops, cafes be a complimentary glass of wine or beer, champagne, four course gala dinner, a and bars at your leisure, or take in Lincoln Cathedral which is one of Europe’s local pastry and live entertainment along with a two hour free bar. finest Gothic buildings and dominates the skyline. FRIDAY: We say farewell to Holland and travel to Calais for an early afternoon FRIDAY: After breakfast it is time to make our way home to the West crossing back to Folkestone. Arrive home during the evening. Country for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless below. stated below. urkey and insel theme is included at the hotel which generally celebrates a mock Christmas Day and New ears’ Eve with plenty of entertainment.

HOTEL WALRA , VALKENBURG *** SAVOY HOTEL, SKEGNESS **** A three star riverside hotel, housed in a typical marlstone building on a quiet square, Skegness’ premier seafront hotel which is in an excellent promenade location, renowned for its superb restaurant, where the experienced Chef’s offer delicious just a two minute walk from the town centre. All 100 en-suite bedrooms are home cooked food, freshly prepared using only the finest of Lincolnshire’s produce equipped with television and a hairdryer. The bar area and lounge are chic and and delivered to your table with a friendly and professional service. There is a modern, the traditional restaurant serves international cuisine. There is a garden and contemporary Savoy lounge and bar with free WiFi. All 46 stylish bedrooms are outdoor terrace, indoor swimming pool and WiFi. There is a lift. en-suite and furnished to a very high standard and fully equipped with a television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift that reaches two floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast with a turkey and INCLUDED IN THE PRICE tinsel theme, Eurotunnel crossings, entertainment, porterage, two hour free Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast and excursion bar each night, three complimentary drinks and excursion programme. programme.

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Monday 14 to Friday 18 November 2022 Monday 21 to Friday 25 November 2022 NORTH WALES AND CHESTER – ISLE OF WIGHT TURKEY AND TINSEL TURKEY AND TINSEL No single supplement on allocated singles Sea view supplement £20 • Premier room supplement £40 Single Supplement £72 • Holiday insurance £24 Holiday insurance £24 An attractive little market town in Flintshire, Mold is a hidden gem nestled on the banks of the River Alyn and sits close to the Welsh border. Surrounded by The Isle of Wight may be just five miles off the mainland, but it’s a different wonderful scenery with the Clwydian Hills on one side and Cheshire world. Nowhere in the country can match the Isle of Wight for geographical countryside stretched out on the other, there is a lot to like about Mold. Ideally variety. It is as if all the best natural assets of southern England have come located to visit Chester and North Wales. together to be exhibited on one 23 mile long and 13 mile wide, stretch of land. All along the coast you will find quiet fishing harbours and seaside villages, along with stretches of golden sand and unspoilt beaches. Inland MONDAY: After your local departure we travel to North Wales and the Beaufort Park Hotel in time for dinner where we shall stay for the next four nights. Enjoy a you will find an abundance of winding paths, peaceful woods and rolling welcome tea or coffee with a mince pie followed by an evening of entertainment. countryside with breath-taking views wherever you go. Shanklin is another one of those traditional seaside resorts but if you tear yourself away from the TUESDAY: CHRISTMAS EVE: Delve into the past with a day out to Chester. stunning coastline and walk into the tiny Old Village you will find it filled with Every part of this ancient city’s history is etched into the buildings; from the most quaint thatched cottages. Rylstone gardens provide a beautiful spot to sit complete set of city walls to the 1000-year-old cathedral, Chester is both back and watch the world go by. enchanting and intriguing. If you are after some retail therapy, Chester will not disappoint. Make your way through the pretty cobbled lanes until you find The We travel to the south coast and Lymington for our afternoon Rows where the shopping is out of this world. Enjoy a pre dinner glass of sherry MONDAY: prior to your evening meal followed by entertainment. ferry crossing to Yarmouth. We continue our journey to Shanklin and the Ocean View Hotel for a four night stay. CHRISTMAS DAY: Today is market day in Mold, enjoy a stroll WEDNESDAY: EXCURSION PROGRAMME: around its popular market street, one of the biggest and best in North Wales, held • A visit to Ryde to perhaps walk along the promenade or wonder around the since 1808! We then have an afternoon in Llangollen, a pretty place to visit, steeped in myth and legend and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home shops, we shall also visit Godshill, a quintessential English village which boasts to the famous Llangollen Canal and Railway. Tonight you may be lucky to have a some of the oldest architecture on the Isle of Wight. With its delightful medieval visit from Father Christmas followed by an evening of entertainment. church, charming thatched-roofed cottages and a winding main-street lined with traditional tearooms. THURSDAY: NEW YEAR EVE: Start our day with a drive via Colwyn Bay to • An Island tour today with stops throughout the day. We shall take in Ventnor, the resort of Llandudno, with its wonderful beaches and lovely wide promenade. Alum Bay, Yarmouth and Freshwater - Cameras at the ready! Enjoy this popular coastal town, home to Britain’s only cable hauled tramway and the longest pier in Wales! The largest resort in Wales, Llandudno is brimming with FRIDAY: Depart the Ocean View and travel to Yarmouth for the return things to do and places to see. Whether you like a stroll along the promenade or a crossing to Lymington. We continue through the New Forest, back home for late little bit of adventure, this popular resort with certainly deliver! Return for a pre afternoon/early evening. dinner Bucks Fizz and an evening of entertainment. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated FRIDAY: We depart the Beaufort Park Hotel after breakfast and travel back to below. the West Country for late afternoon/early evening. Hemmings Coaches cannot be held responsible if problems occur which Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated causes delays to any ferry crossings below. A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally celebrates celebrates a mock Christmas Day and New Years’ Eve, guess the weight of a mock Christmas Day and New Years’ Eve with plenty of entertainment. the cake, best Christmas Jumper competition, movie matinee, a quiz, a big prize word search, bingo, music and entertainment. BEAUFORT PARK HOTEL, MOLD*** The Beaufort Park Hotel is just a short drive from the historic market town of Mold set OCEAN VIEW HOTEL, SHANKLIN*** in the attractive North Wales countryside. It is independently run and offers a warm An elegant hotel commanding magnificent views across Sandown Bay, ideally welcome, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. There is an informal restaurant situated for the facilities and amenities in the town centre and Old Shanklin Village. offering a relaxed dining experience, a cosy bar and a comfortable lounge. All 106 bedrooms are en-suite with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel has a bar, lounge, coffee shop, indoor heated swimming pool and snooker There is no lift, but ground floor rooms are available. table. There is WiFi in public areas. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, telephone, television and radio. There will be INCLUDED IN THE PRICE entertainment during your stay. There is a lift. Executive coach travel, welcome tea/coffee and a mince pie on arrival, one pre-dinner Sherry, one pre-dinner Bucks Fizz, 4 night’s dinner, bed and INCLUDED IN THE PRICE breakfast, turkey and tinsel theme, 4 nights entertainment, porterage and Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, return ferry excursion programme. crossings, turkey and tinsel themed entertainment and excursion programme.

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Monday 21 to Friday 25 November 2022 Friday 25 to Sunday 27 November 2022 SCENES OF THE LAKE DISTRICT BATH CHRISTMAS MARKETS AND FESTIVE BREAK LONGLEAT FESTIVAL OF LIGHT Single supplement £64 • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £36 • Holiday insurance £19

Showcasing hills, mountains, moors and generally the most heart-stopping Looking for a truly fantastic festive shopping experience? Each year the centre scenery in England, it’s hardly surprising that coach holidays to the Lake District of Bath is transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise, as over are popular year after year. William Wordsworth called it ‘the loveliest spot man 170 chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts line the streets hath ever found’. With the highest mountain (Scafell Pike) and deepest lake in surrounding the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. Soak up the sights, smells and England, with 912 square miles of uninterrupted fells, walking trails and picturesque lakes from Derwent water to Windermere, it’s easy to see how the sounds as you wander around the market; we guarantee the aroma of landscape inspired and attracted literary likes. Beatrix Potter also wrote her much- warming mulled wine and freshly baked mince pies, enjoyed with a generous loved stories in this peaceful haven. sprinkling of cheery carols that will get even the biggest of humbugs into the Christmas spirit! Longleat Festival of Light returns to transform the park into a MONDAY: We have a morning departure and travel north through the glowing winter wonderland including the Safari Park and House. Longleat English countryside to the Lake District and the Cumbria Grand Hotel for our will once more be hosting the wonderful “Festival of Light”, the lanterns will four-night stay. Tonight enjoy your evening meal followed by entertainment. be even more magical and impressive than before! TUESDAY: CHRISTMAS EVE: After breakfast, grab your jumbo quiz forms (no cheating!) before we travel to the largest lake in Cumbria – Lake Windermere with FRIDAY: After your local departure we travel to Bath for the Christmas free time in Windermere. Continue over the Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater, the second Markets. We depart around 1630 to travel to Wells and the Swan Hotel. largest lake in the Lake District. Teeming with natural beauty, the tranquil area is blessed with lakeside beaches, lush green fields and woodlands, gentle footpaths Enjoy a glass of Bucks Fizz before dinner. and stunning mountain scenery. Tonight, we will enjoy a Christmas eve dinner A leisurely departure to Longleat where your visit followed by another evening of live entertainment. SATURDAY: commences with a ride through the safari park from the comfort of your WEDNESDAY: CHRISTMAS DAY: Merry Christmas! Another scenic day travelling by way of Newby Bridge and Penny Bridge passing Coniston Water to coach. You then see Longleat House dressed for Christmas, as well as a vast arrive at Ambleside, a bustling resort once associated with Beatrix Potter, with a display of lanterns spread over 30 acres and featuring a variety of designs. cluster of shops and restaurants and Victorian roots. Onto Grasmere, a tiny village Each year the theme and display changes, the overall effect will be which has been an inspirational landscape for hundreds of years and where beautiful by day and incredible after dark! You depart from here early William Wordsworth’s former home lies, Dove Cottage. Perhaps take a visit to the evening to return to our hotel for our evening meal. famous Sarah Nelson Gingerbread Shop to buy the renowned Grasmere Gingerbread. Enjoy a traditional Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings followed SUNDAY: A leisurely start today, before travelling to Street for a spot of by hot mince pies and tea/coffee before tonight’s entertainment. shopping in Clarks Village located in the rural countryside of central THURSDAY: NEW YEARS DAY: Happy New Year! After breakfast hand in Somerset with over 90 brands offering up to 60% off all year round. After your completed quiz sheets before we enjoy a morning to the southern gateway lunch we make our way home to arrive late afternoon/early evening. of the Lake District - the town of Kendal, boasting two castles, two museums, a host of historical buildings and bridges, fine restaurants and views that would Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless please the most demanding photographer. Return to Grange-over-Sands for stated below. some free time. Enjoy our final meal in the hotel and then see in the ‘New Year’ with great entertainment and the quiz results FRIDAY: We say farewell to the Lakes and head south to arrive home into the West Country for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally celebrates a mock Christmas Day and New Years’ Eve with plenty of entertainment. BEST WESTERN SWAN HOTEL, WELLS**** CUMBRIA GRAND HOTEL, GRANGE-OVER-SANDS *** This historic award winning hotel is located directly opposite Wells Cathedral. Built in 1880 the Cumbria Grand Hotel is only a short drive from the majestic Lake Parts of the hotel date back to 1422 and over the years the hotel has been Windermere. Set in 25 acres of private gardens and woodlands overlooking sympathetically refurbished and extended. All 46 bedrooms are en-suite and Morecambe Bay. There are woodland walks, putting green, a full sized snooker table, pool table, table tennis, dart board and outdoor tennis courts. There are 124 elegantly furnished with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. en-suite bedrooms and due to the nature of this grand building all bedrooms are There is an elegant bar, a comfortable lounge with a warming log fire, a beautiful individual in size and shape but all have television, hairdryer, telephone and tea/ restaurant, WiFi and terrace. Owing to the nature of the building there is no lift. coffee making facilities. WiFi is available and there is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, bucks Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, festive break fizz on first night, entrance to Longleat and the Festival of light and excursion itinerary and excursion programme. programme.

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FIVE DRINK 5 Days VOUCHERS 3 Days 3 Days £335 PER NIGHT £245 £200 ON SELECTIVE DRINKS Monday 28 November to Friday 2 December 2022 Friday 2 to Sunday 4 December 20222 TASTEFUL TENBY AND PRETTY BATH CHRISTMAS MARKETS AND PEMBROKESHIRE TURKEY AND TINSEL LONGLEAT FESTIVAL OF LIGHT No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 Single supplement £36 • Holiday insurance £19

Can’t wait for Christmas and Hogmanay? Then celebrate early with our Tinsel Looking for a truly fantastic festive shopping experience? Each year the centre & Turkey Break. Here you can celebrate with all the fun, warmth and of Bath is transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise, as over conviviality of your favourite season. We have our base at the Belgrave Hotel, 170 chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts line the streets surrounding all decorated to get you into the festive spirit and excursions for during the the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. Soak up the sights, smells and sounds as day. It’s never too early to start the party season! The charming seaside town you wander around the market; we guarantee the aroma of warming mulled of Tenby is one of the UK’s finest holiday resorts, with a medieval centre and wine and freshly baked mince pies, enjoyed with a generous sprinkling of three gorgeous blue flag beaches. With its cobbled streets lined with shops, cheery carols that will get even the biggest of humbugs into the Christmas cafes and restaurants - it’s a popular choice for holidaymakers. Tenby’s hilltop spirit! Longleat Festival of Light returns to transform the park into a glowing position led to its early settlement as a Welsh stronghold, which was replaced winter wonderland including the Safari Park and House. Longleat will once in medieval times by a Norman Castle and walled town. Part of the town more be hosting the wonderful “Festival of Light”, the lanterns will be even walls survive to this day and are an attractive feature at the entrance to the more magical and impressive than before! old town. FRIDAY: After your local departure we travel to Bath for the Christmas MONDAY: We depart today and travel over the Severn crossing into Markets. We depart around 1630 to travel to Wells and the Swan Hotel. South Wales to arrive in Tenby and the Belgrave Hotel late afternoon. Enjoy a glass of bucks fizz before your evening meal. EXCURSION PROGRAMME: SATURDAY: A leisurely departure to Longleat where your visit • We visit the nearby charming resort of Saundersfoot this morning for our commences with a ride through the safari park from the comfort of your coffee stop, set at the foot of a pleasant wooded valley with an attractive coach. You then see Longleat House dressed for Christmas, as well as a vast harbour alongside wonderful golden sands. We then continue to display of lanterns spread over 30 acres and featuring a variety of designs. Carmarthen, a thriving commercial town with a Norman castle, Roman Each year the theme and display changes, the overall effect will be amphitheatre, museum, historic churches, leisure centre and plenty of shops. beautiful by day and incredible after dark! You depart from here early •A scenic drive taking in Pembroke, Haverfordwest and Solva (a pretty little evening to return to our hotel for our evening meal. village at the head of an inlet) before stopping off at Britain’s smallest SUNDAY: A leisurely start today, before travelling to Street for a spot of cathedral city of St. David’s. shopping in Clarks Village located in the rural countryside of central FRIDAY: We depart after breakfast and travel to Cardiff, enjoy the Somerset with over 90 brands offering up to 60% off all year round. After Christmas markets and the festive atmosphere. After lunch we continue our lunch we make our way home to arrive late afternoon/early evening. journey home for late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. stated below. A Turkey and Tinsel theme is included at the hotel which generally celebrates a mock Christmas Day and New Years’ Eve with plenty of entertainment.

BEST WESTERN SWAN HOTEL, WELLS**** BELGRAVE HOTEL, TENBY** This historic award winning hotel is located directly opposite Wells Cathedral. Parts Located on the Esplanade overlooking the seafront with spectacular panoramic of the hotel date back to 1422 and over the years the hotel has been sympathetically views of the south beach and Caldey Island. The Belgrave offers a warm and refurbished and extended. All 48 bedrooms are en-suite and elegantly furnished friendly atmosphere with just a short walk into the town centre. You can enjoy the with television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is an elegant bar, a evening entertainment in the lounge or watch the sun set in the Victoria Bar. WiFi comfortable lounge with a warming log fire, a beautiful restaurant and terrace, WiFi is available in public areas. Bedrooms are all en-suite and have a television and is available. Owing to the nature of the building there is no lift. tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift however there are nine steps to the lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, bucks Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast Turkey and Tinsel fizz on first night, entrance to Longleat and the Festival of light and excursion themed entertainment and excursion programme. programme.

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Friday 9 to Sunday 11 December 2022 Friday 9 to Sunday 11 December 2022 BLENHEIM PALACE AT CHRISTMAS, BATH CHRISTMAS MARKETS AND ILLUMINATED TRAIL, OXFORD AND LONGLEAT FESTIVAL OF LIGHT BATH CHRISTMAS MARKETS No single supplement on allocation £40 thereafter Holiday insurance £19 Single supplement £70 • Holiday insurance £19 Looking for a truly fantastic festive shopping experience? Each year the centre The Blenheim Palace winter trail will be brighter than ever before with lasers, of Bath is transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise, as over projections and thousands of pea-lights. From the delicate and twinkling to 170 chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts line the streets the grand and spectacular, the formal gardens will light up once again for a surrounding the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey. Soak up the sights, smells and festive journey of exploration and wonder. Wander beneath unique tree sounds as you wander around the market; we guarantee the aroma of canopies drenched in seasonal colour, shards of light, frosty snowflakes, stars warming mulled wine and freshly baked mince pies, enjoyed with a generous and glistening baubles. Highlights include a new field of light, scented fire sprinkling of cheery carols that will get even the biggest of humbugs into the garden, canopy of light, and the mesmerising voices of the singing trees. Christmas spirit! Longleat Festival of Light returns to transform the park into a The Christmas Market in the Great Court - escape the bustle of the high street glowing winter wonderland including the Safari Park and House. Longleat and soak up the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market set against the will once more be hosting the wonderful “Festival of Light”, the lanterns will magnificent backdrop of Blenheim Palace. Within wooden chalets, the market be even more magical and impressive than before! will be filled with a variety of hand-picked irresistible gifts, unique works by a range of designers and tempting treats for foodies. With ceramics, textiles, homewares, leather goods, jewellery, toys, stationery, bags, hats and so FRIDAY: After your local departure we travel to Bath for the Christmas much more, it is the perfect place for your Christmas shopping. Markets. We depart around 1630 to travel to Street and the Wessex Hotel. SATURDAY: A leisurely departure to Longleat where your visit FRIDAY: Following your local departure we travel to Bath to enjoy the commences with a ride through the safari park from the comfort of your Christmas markets. Depart late afternoon to arrive at the Crowne Plaza on coach. You then see Longleat House dressed for Christmas, as well as a vast the outskirts of Reading in time for our evening meal. display of lanterns spread over 30 acres and featuring a variety of designs. Each year the theme and display changes, the overall effect will be Our day will start with a visit to Oxford, The architecture of SATURDAY: beautiful by day and incredible after dark! You depart from here early its 38 colleges in the city’s medieval centre led poet Matthew Arnold to evening to return to our hotel for our evening meal. nickname it the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’. Onto Blenheim for early afternoon where we shall have chance to visit the Palace, decorated for SUNDAY: A leisurely start today, we checkout of our rooms and have Christmas. Each year there is a theme, 2022 is not yet named at the time of free time in Street for a spot of shopping in Clarks Village located opposite the brochure going to print. Early evening we then walk the illuminated our hotel. After lunch we make our way home to arrive late afternoon/ winter trail around the formal gardens. We shall then depart and return to early evening. our hotel. Your evening meal isn’t included tonight. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless SUNDAY: Following our leisurely breakfast we depart our hotel and stated below. travel by the way of the Lambourn Downs to the Cotswold’s town of Cirencester. Travel by way of Tetbury to return home for late afternoon/ early evening.

CROWNE PLAZA, READING**** A stylish riverside hotel with a health club, swimming pool and spa, a restaurant WESSEX HOTEL, STREET *** and free Wi-Fi. The red-brick Crowne Plaza Reading is perfectly nestled amongst The Wessex Hotel in Street warmly welcomes you to enjoy great hospitality whilst the trees on the bank of the River Thames. The hotel is an elegant retreat primed exploring this varied and beautiful part of Somerset. You can see Glastonbury Tor for business success, lavish banquets and a strategic base for unlocking London. from the hotel and is opposite the Clarkes Village Outlet. All bedrooms are 122 contemporary en-suite bedrooms to choose from, including stylish standard en-suite and of a good size, they have telephone, television and tea/coffee making rooms, executive Club rooms and luxury executive suites. There is a lift facilities. A lift serves all floors. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 1 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 1 night’s bed and INCLUDED IN THE PRICE breakfast, entrance to Blenheim Palace and Illuminated trail and excursion Executive coach travel, 2 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to programme. Longleat and the Festival of light and excursion programme.

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Saturday 10 to Sunday 11 December 2022 Thursday 22 to Wednesday 28 December 2022 ILLUMINATING KEW GARDENS AND CHRISTMAS IN THE SCOTTISH MAGICAL WINDSOR CASTLE HIGHLANDS, CAIRNGORMS & AVIEMORE No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £18 Single supplement £105 • Holiday insurance £27

Take an enchanting journey into a glittering wonderland with Christmas at Situated in the heart of beautiful Strathspey in the Highlands of Scotland between Aviemore and Grantown-on-Spey, Nethy Bridge is the perfect centre to enjoy the Kew, the popular after dark Christmas event that offers a fantastic display of countryside of the glorious Scottish Highlands. The village of Nethy Bridge has more than 60,000 lights set around the garden. Little ones can catch a glimpse been a holiday destination since Victorian times, yet it remains un-spoilt with the of Santa and his elves preparing for Christmas in the North Pole Village and majority of accommodation hidden away in quiet locations next to the ancient enjoy a ride on the Victorian Carousel and helter skelter. There are also plenty Caledonian pine forest. The popular television series Monarch of the Glen was set of delicious Christmas treats and warming winter drinks to be enjoyed in this in the Scottish Highlands in fictitious Glenbogle. Our previous Christmas’s here magical atmosphere that is guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit. have been enjoyed by many! Windsor Castle at Christmas is a magical time to visit when the state apartments are adorned with glittering decorations, trees and lights to THURSDAY: Following our morning departure we travel to the North of celebrate the festive season. With a striking Nordmann Fir tree as the England and to our overnight hotel. centrepiece of the display, decked with lights, tinsel and colourful decorations, FRIDAY: We shall cross the border today and continue north to Perth where experience the castle as well as Windsor itself. Please note that St.Georges we will stop for lunch. We continue our journey after lunch arriving into Nethy Chapel is not open to visitors on a Sunday. Bridge late afternoon. Be ready to join your fellow guests in the main lounge for a complimentary glass of bubbly at 6.30pm. We then begin our celebrations at 7pm with a Gala Candlelit Dinner in the Abernethy Restaurant followed by live SATURDAY: Following our morning departure we shall travel first to entertainment when you can dance the night away! Swindon to the outlet centre where you will have chance to catch a few CHRISTMAS EVE: After breakfast it’s quiz time! Pick up your question bargains for Christmas with over 100 designer stores offering savings of up sheet from reception with results and prizes announced at dinner. An excursion to 60% on fashion brands, outlets include John Lewis, Beauty, Next and to Pitlochry and the Queens View with stunning views of Loch Tummel before Marks and Spencer. We continue to Kew Gardens where we take an we return for a four course Gala Candlelit Christmas Eve dinner, dancing and enchanted journey into a glittering wonderland. Depart Kew and check in live music. Bring in Christmas Day with the Marlettes from 9pm. to the Sheraton Heathrow Hotel in time for our evening meal. CHRISTMAS DAY: MERRY CHRISTMAS! Begin this special day with a full Scottish breakfast in the restaurant served between 8am-10am. Complimentary SUNDAY: Following a leisurely breakfast we travel to Windsor for a coffee and shortbread will be served throughout the morning with Haggis Hurling morning visit to the Castle and Semi State Rooms, plenty of time to browse on the lawn at noon. A very special visitor will be arriving around 2pm! Can you before departing for our homeward journey arriving during the evening. guess who? At 3pm a showing of the Queen’s Speech before our Grand Gala Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included unless stated below. Christmas Lunch at 3.30pm. After you have had time to digest, there will be live music and dancing from 9pm with a light buffet dinner to keep you going! BOXING DAY: Today we shall have a full day tour of the Cairngorm Mountains and Aviemore. We return to the hotel where at 6.30pm the Piper will pipe you all in to a Boxing Day Banquet. Then from 9pm dance away another Christmas with live music. TUESDAY: We depart the Nethybridge Hotel after our breakfast and travel to our overnight hotel once again in the North of England. WEDNESDAY: We return home to the West Country for late afternoon/ early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless stated below. Due to the location of our hotel, the excursion programme is subject to road/weather conditions and may change. The hotels itinerary is based on 2021 schedule and subject to change. SHERATON HEATHROW HOTEL, HEATHROW AIRPORT**** NETHYBRIDGE HOTEL, NETHY BRIDGE *** Firmly established as one of the most convenient hotels for our excursion package, The Nethybridge hotel is situated amidst the splendour of the Cairngorm Mountains and the the Sheraton Hotel is located just off the A4. This modern hotel has 428 comfortable lushly wooded Strathspey. This awarded Victorian Hotel has magnificent character and you are en-suite bedrooms that feature the Signature Sheraton Sleep Experience Bed, able to lounge in comfortable couches in front of the roaring open fire, which will welcome you specially designed to provide a new level of comfort for a good night’s sleep, smart on a cold winters’ day. All 70 bedrooms are en-suite with television, direct dial telephone, tea/ coffee making facilities and central heating. There are two bars, games room, snooker and pool television, air conditioning, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a lift. tables, WiFi and gardens. There is a lift. INCLUDED IN THE PRICE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Executive coach travel, 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast, entrance to Kew Executive coach travel, 6 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, 1 lunch and Gardens, Windsor Castle and excursion programme. excursion programme.

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Friday 23 to Tuesday 27 December 2022 2021 HEMMINGS CHRISTMAS IN BOURNEMOUTH CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TRIPS No single supplement on allocated singles • Holiday insurance £24 SATURDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2021 Bournemouth is a wonderful place to visit during the festive season, enjoy winter walks on the beautiful seven miles of beaches covered in fine golden claRKES IllaGE, STREET £20 sand or stroll through the peaceful gardens. Set in beautiful Dorset and within Holsworthy 0730, Stibb Cross, 0750, Bideford 0810, minutes of the New Forest there is a world of stunning scenery, outstanding Barnstaple 0830, South Molton 0855 views, great attractions and picturesque villages for all to enjoy. Over SATURDAY 27 NOVEMBER 2021 November and December, Bournemouth is home to its very own Christmas festival, held in the heart of the town square filled with lights, animated baTH HRISTM S M RKETS ND SHOppING £26 figures and Christmas decorations, the festive ambience carries you through Holsworthy 0700, Stibb Cross 0720, Bideford 0740, the market which entices you to enjoy mulled wine, authentic German cuisine Barnstaple 0800, South Molton 0825 and Alpine chalets stuffed with Christmas treats and gifts. SATURDAY 4 DECEMBER 2021 FRIDAY: Following our morning departure we arrive at our hotel mid DUNSTER by caND EIGHT £21 afternoon to enjoy an afternoon tea. Collect a quiz sheet from reception and Free time in Minehead before you board the park and ride bus, unwind, it’s Christmas! Tonight enjoy a welcome glass of bubbly and canapes to Dunster. (All included in the price). in the lounge to meet fellow guests before a candlelit dinner followed by an evening of live entertainment. Dunster by Candlelight takes place every year. This is remarkably preserved Medieval village turns its back on the present and lights its street with SATURDAY: You may like to join the coach for a morning sightseeing tour Candles. There will be a variety of street entertainers which include carol to the New Forest. Enjoy a morning coffee stop before returning to our hotel singers, Morris dancers, hand bell ringers, a brass band, a large organ and for a hot buffet lunch. Guess the weight of the cake and enjoy some choirs in the parish church. The traditional and exciting, truly an event for all afternoon festive entertainment. Tonight listen to the Salvation Army band ages most of Dunster’s shops will be open. playing carols followed by entertainment. Holsworthy 1140, Stibb Cross 1200, Bideford 1220, CHRISTMAS DAY: After breakfast perhaps another quiz, Santa Claus Barnstaple 1240, South Molton 1305 drops in on his way back to Lapland, enjoy a festive Christmas day feast, followed by the Queens speech, afternoon tea and Christmas cake. Tonight SATURDAY 11 DECEMBER 2021 Chef’s spectacular hot and cold gala buffet, seeing is believing! Trip the light caRDIFF SHOppING £26 fantastic and join in the festive frolicking to tonight’s superb entertainment. Holsworthy 0700, Stibb cross 0720, Bideford 0740, BOXING DAY: This morning our coach will take you for a drive to Poole Barnstaple 0800, South Molton 0825 before returning for a glass of mulled wine and a sumptuous hot buffet lunch. If you have room there will be afternoon tea with chef’s treats. A farewell candlelit dinner followed by live entertainment. 2022 HEMMINGS CHRISTMAS TUESDAY: We depart Bournemouth and make our way home to arrive SHOPPING TRIPS late afternoon/early evening. Please Note: Admissions and fares are not included in the price unless SATURDAY 19 NOVEMBER 2022 stated below. The hotels itinerary is based on previous years and maybe RIbbS caUSEWay OR cabOT IR US, RISTO £24 subject to a slight change. Holsworthy 0700, Stibb cross 0720, Bideford 0740, Barnstaple 0800, South Molton 0825 OCEAN BEACH HOTEL AND SPA, BOURNEMOUTH *** Located directly on the seafront, atop the prestigious East Cliff of Bournemouth SATURDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2022 this contemporary hotel offers some of the best views in town. The Ocean Beach caRDIFF SHOppING £26 Hotel & Spa is only minutes’ walk from seven miles of award winning sandy Holsworthy 0700, Stibb cross 0720, Bideford 0740, beaches and close to the town centre, gardens and vibrant café society of Barnstaple 0800, South Molton 0825 Bournemouth. The 64 en-suite bedrooms feature a telephone, television, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The Spa is one of the best in SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER 2022 Bournemouth and all Ocean Beach guests have access to sister hotels amenities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There is a lift. baTH HRISTM S M RKETS ND SHOppING £26 Holsworthy 0700, Stibb Cross 0720, Bideford 0740, INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Barnstaple 0800, South Molton 0825 Executive coach travel, 4 night’s dinner, bed and breakfast, porterage, three Please enquire for more information in 2022, extra excursions may lunches, four afternoon teas, entertainment during your stay and excursion include Dunster by Candlelight, Longleat Festival of Light and Truro programme. and Mousehole Lights. 80 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 81 HEMMINGS OacHES TERMS ND ONDITIONS PERIOD BEFORE DEPARTURE guarantee operation facilities within the hotel e.g. lifts, swimming pools, leisure equipment etc. and accept no liability where they are out of use. We cannot guar- Our contract and holiday information set out clearly and simply, the responsibilities AMOUNT OF CANCELLATION CHARGE antee porterage at all hotels but do our utmost to provide this should you request it which Hemmings Coaches have to you and which you have to us when a contract is (MONIES FORFEITED BY YOU) (any cost for this service will be payable by yourself). made between us. The contract is made when you make a booking and we accept it rior to 42 days Full Deposit aid by written confirmation on the terms set out in this document. When signing the 28 - 42 days 45% of the tour cost Some excursion itineraries include the use of ferries and or other forms of transport which can be affected by matters out of our control (please refer to the ’Important ‘Booking Form’ for your holiday you will sign on behalf of yourself, and the others 14 - 27 days 60% of the tour cost notice’ listed in section 5) and may have to be cancelled or arrangements changed. named in your party, that you have read, understood and have accepted this contract 7 – 13 days 75% of the tour cost and the Holiday Information provided in this document. Your obligation is to pay the Wherever possible a suitable alternative excursion will be offered. price of the holiday and recognise your liabilities if you wish to alter the holiday or 6 days or less 100% of the tour cost have to make a cancellation. On our part we have obligations to provide you with the Note: if the reasons for cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance 11. Passenger behavior/anti-social behavior holiday you have booked. Our specification of that holiday and our terms are clearly policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. We want all our customers to have a happy and carefree holiday. But you must re- stated in this document. Your contract is entered into with Hemmings Coaches. If you member that you are responsible for your behavior and the effect it may have on did not see this contract before you made your booking and you are not happy to 5. If we change your holiday others. If you or any member of your party is consistently abusive or disruptive or proceed with the booking now that you have seen it, please return all documentation The arrangements for your holiday will usually have been made many months in ad- behaves in a way which, in our reasonable opinion, could cause damage or injury to to us within 7 days of receiving this agreement. Your booking will be cancelled and vance. Sometimes changes are unavoidable and we reserve the right to make them. others or effect their enjoyment of their holiday, or which could damage property, your monies will be returned in full, provided you have not commenced your travel Most of these changes are likely to be minor and we will do our best to keep you we have the right, after reasonable consideration, to terminate your contract with and it is not no less than twenty one days before travel. informed. If, after booking and before departure, we feel we have made a significant us. If this happens we will have no further obligations or liability to you. The coach change to your holiday, you will have the option of withdrawing from the holiday driver/tour escort, ship’s captain, or authorized official or any other means of trans- Why should I read this? without paying an administration fee. If you withdraw from the holiday because we port is entitled to refuse your boarding if in their reasonable opinion you are unac- have made a significant change we will offer you the choice of: An alternative holi- ceptably under the influence of drink or drugs or you are being violent or disruptive. Because it is important. This Fair Trading Agreement, together with the important day which we may offer to you (subject to availability); or cancel your booking If you are refused boarding on the outward journey we will regard it as a cancellation holiday information, forms the basis of a legally binding contract between you (the Important notice – the above choices do not apply to changes caused by reasons of by you and we will apply cancellation charges according to the scale in section 4. If person making the booking and everyone else named on your booking form) and war, riots, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disasters, the refusal is on the return journey we have the right to terminate the contract and us (Hemmings Coaches). If you take a few moments to study them you will see that fire, epidemic, pandemic or health risk, technical problems to transport, port or airport will have no further obligation or liability to you. If you are disruptive during the they set out in simple terms what responsibilities we each have under the contract. closures, adverse weather conditions and similar events beyond our control. journey, the coach driver may have to divert to off-load you. In those circumstances Reading it now may help to avoid problems later. you will also be liable to us/or airline/ferry company for the costs incurred by the diversion. We operate a strict no smoking policy on all our coaches. We appreciate the 6. If we cancel your holiday How do I make a contract with you? co-operation of smokers and remind them that frequent journey breaks are made All the tours in this brochure are offered subject to obtaining sufficient bookings for You can make a contract in a number of ways – and bookings are taken on this understanding. each tour/pick up area. If we are unable to reach a minimum number of passengers By filling in your booking form and posting it to us with your deposit/payment. to validate the continuation of the tour/collections in your area, we will advise you 12. Other restrictions By visiting our offices at Powlers Piece in person. 6 weeks in advance giving you the option to book an alternative holiday. However we reserve the right to withdraw any tour up to 6 weeks before departure for all You may not: Use mobile phones on the coach unless in the case of extreme emer- The contract between us commences when your booking is entered on our computer holidays. In all cases we will offer you to choice of: gency, play a radio or any other media appliances on the coach, consume alcohol on the coach. immediately after we receive the booking, and a booking reference number is pro- A comparable replacement holiday if available (any price increase will be payable duced. At that moment the contract between us begins. We will send you a confir- by you); or mation usually within ten working days. Please check it carefully to ensure all the A replacement holiday of lower quality together with a refund of the price 13. Pets details are correct and inform us immediately of any errors (within 7 days of receiving We do not allow pets to be taken on our holidays. your confirmation). We cannot be responsible for mistakes if we are not notified; any difference; or A full refund of the money you have paid. costs or implications involved in rectifying any errors are solely your responsibility. 14. Pick up points, itineraries, travel The contract appertains to all persons named on the booking form. 7. Financial security of prepayments documents and passports our contract with Hemmings oaches To comply with the E C Directive on Package Holidays all monies are placed in a Hem- You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correct departure point, at the mings Clients Trust Account and are held until the tour has been completed. correct time, with the correct documents and we cannot be liable for any loss or 1. You pay a deposit expense suffered by you or your party because of incorrect passport or late arrival at the departure point. For all Continental holidays, you will require a full 10-year When you make your booking you must complete a booking form, accepting on be- 8. What is included in the holiday price? half of all your party the terms and conditions of this Fair Trading Agreement, and British Passport (machine readable) valid for a further 6 months after your holiday. Holiday prices include all coach travel, hotel accommodation and meals as specified pay a minimum deposit of £60 per person on all coach holidays plus the insurance If you do not hold a full British Passport or you have any doubts about your status in the holiday and hotel description and VAT where applicable. Morning premium (if required), and full payment on any day excursions. If holiday insurance is as a resident British subject, you must check with the Embassies or Consulates of purchased after the original booking then we ask for a cheque to be posted to us. coffee, afternoon tea and other refreshments are not included unless specified. Some the Countries to be visited to confirm the Passport or visa requirements when you hotels may make a small charge for porterage and tea or coffee served after dinner, book. We cannot accept responsibility if passengers are not in possession of the cor- in such cases where we have not specified these items as ‘Included in the price’ any rect travel documents. For full details on passport requirements, please contact ‘the 2. You pay the balance charges applied will be payable direct by you. Gratuities to hotel staff and driver/ identity and passport service’ on 0300 222 0000 (www.direct.gov.uk)” The name on The balance of your holiday/tour must be paid at least 6 weeks before the departure couriers are discretionary. Unless specifically indicated in the tour itinerary or de- the passport must match the name on the ticket, if someone in your party changes date (no reminders are sent). If you book within the applicable balance due period scription, entrance fees, guide fees and city sightseeing tours are not included in the their name after the booking is made, you must tell us immediately so that we can you must pay the full holiday cost at the time of booking. If the balance is not paid holiday cost. All coach travel is included except where it specifically states ‘why not issue the ticket in the new name. Please note your drop off point will have to be the in time, we reserve the right to cancel your holiday, retain your deposit, and apply take’ ‘perhaps’ ’you might like to’ ‘optional’ or as an extra on that tour for example rail same as your pick up point unless authorized by the office. Departure times will be cancellation charges set out in paragraph 4 “If you cancel your holiday”. trips, cable cars, gondola rides, guided tours or entrance fees etc. set 10-12 days prior to your departure date and posted to the main addressee on the Meals: in the UK evening meals are generally three courses and there will usually booking form, luggage labels will also be issued at this time. Certain travel docu- 3. If you change your booking be a choice of the courses on the menu. In continental hotels breakfast is defined as ments theatre tickets, entrance vouchers etc. may have to be retained by us and your If after the confirmation has been issued from Hemmings Holidays (but before the ‘continental breakfast’ unless otherwise stated. With evening meals in continental driver/tour escort will then issue them to you at the relevant time. If you lose a travel balance due date), you wish to change to another of our holidays, we will do our hotels there may be a restriction in choice. In all hotels the provision of tea/coffee document after it has been issued to you we will require you to meet the direct cost up most to make the changes, provided that written notification is received by us after meals is not guaranteed. charged by the carrier/supplier for the issue of a duplicate or replacement. from the person who signed the booking form, this must be accompanied by a Included excursions: The itinerary for your chosen holiday is summarized on the appro- payment of £10 per person to cover administration costs. On some occasions you priate brochure page. To help you in planning your holiday, the excursions which are 15. Foreign travel can transfer your booking to someone else provided you give us reasonable notice included in the price of your holiday are clearly shown in the brochure, entrance fees are For advice on any foreign travel visit www. gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice however we are unable to change the address of the booking. This person must be only included if stated in ‘included in the price’. Minor changes to the brochure itinerary able to satisfy all the conditions for the holiday, if travel tickets have been issued, and the travel ticket will not entitle you to compensation. Unless otherwise stated, ex- 16. Collection and coach seating. the departure point may not be able to be altered and a change cannot normally be cursions to cities and other major places of interest do not include guided commentary, made later than 7 days prior to departure, again any name transfers will need to be guided tours or entrance fees to places of interest. Please note in order to provide you with a shorter departure route, feeder vehicles may confirmed by you in writing with full details (name, address and contact telephone operate from some departure points. This can either be by car, taxi, mini bus, mini coach or coach - these vehicles will not be to the standard of your touring coach and may number) of those replacing the original person(s) named on the booking form. We 9. Revision of prices will make administrative charges of £10 per person for every transfer we make, plus not have air conditioning, WC, hot/cold drinking facilities. Seat numbers allocated on any reasonable additional costs that hotels may levy caused by the transfer. You will The price of your holiday is subject to change for an increase or decrease in any of confirmation apply to your touring coach, not feeder vehicle. There is a seating plan of be responsible for ensuring that the holiday is paid for by the balance due date. Any the following costs: the coach in our brochure which is the main configuration of our touring coaches, but it significant alteration after the balance due date will be treated as a cancellation of Transportation costs such as fuel (including fuel tax), ferry operator fares and tolls, is possible that on occasions, for operational reasons we will use a coach with a differ- the original booking and will be subject to the cancellation charges detailed below. embarkation or disembarkation fees at terminals ent configuration. Specific seats will not be allocated on coaches which operate feeder A significant alteration would include a change of departure date, holiday or number Exchange rates applied to the particular holiday booked services between pick up, drop off points or on coaches which carry our transfers to and from seaports or any excursion carried out by a third party. of people travelling, etc. Please note that changes cannot always be made where Dues and taxes (including the rate at VAT) there is a ferry journey involved. Holiday insurances issued to those originally named cannot be transferred to any other holiday or to any other person traveling instead. Even in this case we will absorb the first 2% of the holiday price, which excludes any 17. Travel delays Holiday transfers and or payments cannot be transferred from year to year. insurance premium, and any amendment charges. Only amounts in excess of this There are occasions when our coaches are delayed due to traffic congestion, ferry or 2% will be surcharged. If this means paying more than an extra 10% on the holiday flight delays etc. We cannot accept liability for these delays, however caused. 4. If you cancel your holiday price, you will be entitled to cancel your holiday with a full refund of all money paid. Should you decide to cancel you must do so within 7 days from the issue date printed You or any members of your party, may cancel your holiday at any time provided that on the revised invoice. Alternatively, you may prefer to take a comparable alternative 18. Mechanical failure the cancellation is made in writing by any of the named persons on that particular holiday, if available. The following exchange rates have been used to calculate our Whilst we go to great efforts to ensure that everything functions correctly to ensure holiday, your cancellation only takes effect from the date we receive your notice in 2022 holiday prices, taken from travelex website on 11/06/2021 a smooth and enjoyable holiday, there are occasions when mechanical items can fail. writing, together with any travel tickets we may of sent you. As this incurs admin- Euro 1.13, HF 1.22 In the event of any such failure Hemmings Holidays will attempt to minimize any istrative costs we will retain your deposit and in addition, apply the cancellation inconvenience but we cannot be financially liable should such occur. charges listed below. Please note that if only part of the booking is cancelled this may mean that the accommodation booked will be under-occupied and may result 10. Accommodation 19. Health in the remaining passengers having to pay any applicable supplements e.g. chang- We accept responsibility for ensuring that all component parts of your holiday as described ing a twin room to a single room. in this brochure are supplied to you and to what we consider a reasonable standard. Under normal circumstances most western European Countries do not require visi- tors to be vaccinated. You are advised to check with your own doctor before travel- In the event of unforeseen circumstances Hemmings Holidays may deem it neces- ling whether vaccination is required. This is subject to review following the Covid-19 sary to relocate the tour and thus reserve the right to use alternative, equivalent or outbreak. greater standard hotel accommodation without notice. Please note that we cannot

82 Hemmings Holidays Reservations Hotline: 01237 451282 20. Special needs 26. Statuary authorities Health Conditions Unfortunately, many hotels do not provide adequate facilities for guests with mo- This brochure is issued subject to applicable Acts of Parliament and Government We shall not be liable for claims WHERE AT THE TIME OF TAKING OUT THIS POLICY AND bility problems or who suffer from other disabilities. We will accept lightweight Regulations and the company reserves the right to modify itineraries to conform BETWEEN THAT TIME AND YOUR DEPARTURE: wheelchairs for travel, subject to them being able to be folded and stowed away in to requests from the competent authorities in the United Kingdom and any other a) You are aware of any medical condition or set of circumstances that could reason- the luggage hold of the coach. We regret we are unable to accept wheelchairs which sovereign state through which tours run. ably be expected to give rise to a claim (for example the state of health of a Close are more than 15kg in weight. This means we cannot carry battery powered wheel- 27. Email disclaimer Relative, Business Associate or any person on whom Your travel plans depend) chairs or scooters that need to be taken apart for storage. We MUST be advised at the All emails and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for b) The Insured Person whose medical condition gives rise to a claim: time of booking that a foldable wheelchair is being taken on the trip, as we have to the use of the individual or entity to who they are addressed. If you receive an email also consider the luggage capacity of the coach. If you do not tell us you are taking ii) Is receiving, or on a waiting list for, surgery, in-patient treatment or investigations in error please notify Hemmings Coaches immediately. Emails contain confidential additional items we may not be able to accommodate them. We cannot guarantee in a hospital, clinic or nursing home information and are intended only for the individual named. If you are not the carriage of any wheelchairs or large mobility aids on feeder vehicles. ii) Is travelling against any health requirements stipulated by the carrier, their han- named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy. Please notify the dling agents or other public transport provider Our coaches do NOT have any special fittings or lifts, therefore, we do ask that you are sender immediately by email if you have received an email by mistake and delete the iii) Is travelling against the advice of a Medical Practitioner or for the purpose of able to board and disembark our vehicles safely and unaided. For your information, email from your system. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that obtaining medical treatment abroad. our drivers/couriers are NOT insured to physically assist passengers on and off any of disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of our vehicles – this includes tours, day excursions and feeder service. Any assistance this information is strictly prohibited. iv) Has been given a terminal prognosis. offered by our driver and accepted by you is at your own risk. Our drivers cannot act Any views or opinions presented in an email are solely those of the author and do Please note: If you are on medication at the time of travel, your medical condition(s) as carers for customers at departure, during the journey, on arrival at destination or not necessarily represent those of the company. Employees of Hemmings Coaches must be stable and well controlled. during the tour. are expressly required not to make defamatory statements and not to infringe or If you are travelling outside of the UK, you must notify the Change in Health helpline Whether you are planning a holiday overseas or in the UK, please notify us before authorise any infringement of copyright or any legal right by email communications. immediately if a change in health occurs (including any change to medication) be- you book if you or any member of your party has special needs or suffers from any Any such is contrary to company policy and outside the scope of the employment tween the date this policy is issued and your scheduled date of departure. disability. of the individual concerned the ‘company’ will not accept liability in respect of such communication. SIGNIFICANT EXCLUSIONS 21. Special requests RESIDENCY If you prefer a ‘low floor room’, a special diet, or perhaps a walk-in shower, we will 28. Travel insurance – important information If you or anyone else named on this policy has not been a resident in the UK for the happily discuss this with the hotel, but we can’t guarantee that they will meet your A client holiday travel insurance scheme is available to eligible passengers travelling past 6-months this policy cannot cover you. request. Therefore, if your request is a condition of booking, you must let us know at on our holidays which is arranged by Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Limited and In addition to the above the policy also contains the following main exclusions: the time of your initial enquiry, and we can approach the hotel at that time to ensure underwritten by ERGO Travel Insurance Services Ltd (ETI) on behalf of Great Lakes ✓ your request can be met before your contract commences. In respect of requests for a Insurance SE (GLISE). Any costs of repatriation or evacuation as a result of You taking part in any ex- ‘low floor room’, hotels tend not to attach too great importance to these if they have cluded Hazardous Activities and Sports including dangerous expeditions or from an Great Lakes Insurance SE is a German insurance company with its headquarters at a lift; if therefore your request for such a room are for reason other than finding stairs area which is considered by Insurers to be a War Risk or Civil Hazard area. Königinstrasse 107, 80802 Munich. UK Branch office: 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London, difficult, i.e. dislike of heights, please advise at the time of booking. We will pass on ✓ EC3M 5BN, company number SE000083. Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, is Loss of or damage to money and valuables whilst left unattended or in/from lug- any requests you may have but it does not guarantee that the supplier will fulfil your authorised and regulated by Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht and gage in transit. request. If a request can be fulfilled you may incur an extra charge, payable either deemed authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and subject to regulation ✓ Loss of or damage to telecommunications and motor vehicle related equipment direct to us or direct to the hotel. Please note that requests cannot be guaranteed un- by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regula- and accessories. less we confirm on your booking confirmation that it is a guaranteed requirement. tion Authority. ✓ Travel against the advice of the carrier, any other public transport provider, the Details of the Temporary Permissions Regime, which allows EEA-based firms to oper- Foreign Office or the World Health Organisation. 22. Single occupancy ate in the UK for a limited period while seeking full authorisation, are available on ✓ Any insurance event arising from You being the driver, rider or passenger of a quad Single occupancy of rooms when available may be subject to a supplementary the Financial Conduct Authority’s website bike, all-terrain vehicle or charge and this will be shown on the brochure page. Although some tours featured ERGO Travel Insurance Services Ltd (ETI) is registered in the UK, company number ✓ motorcycle when the insured person is not wearing a crash helmet, whether le- in this brochure have no single supplement, spaces are limited and therefore sell 11091555. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, register gally required locally or not. quickly. However, additional single rooms may be requested but will be subject to number 805870 and registered office: 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London, EC3M 5BN. ✓ availability and a charge made by the hotel. Where a supplement is applied it does Claims arising from any epidemic or pandemic as declared by the World Health not mean that you will be allocated a twin or double room. Details about the extent of GLISE’s authorisation and regulation by the Prudential Organisation. (This exclusion does not apply to Section 9). Regulation Authority, and regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority are avail- able from insurers upon request. Examples of these and other conditions and exclusions are contained within the 23. Luggage This insurance is available only to residents of the United Kingdom who purchase policy wording, a specimen copy of which is available upon request. If after purchas- Adequate accommodation is provided for passenger’s luggage, but obviously space is their cover before they travel ing a policy from us, should you find it does not meet your requirements you have 14 not unlimited and passengers are requested to restrict their luggage to one medium Wrightsure Services (Hampshire) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial days from the date of issue or prior to travel, whichever is sooner, to cancel the policy sized suitcase per person plus small hand luggage, which may be taken on the coach, and receive a full refund of your premium. Luggage labels are supplied. Passengers are responsible for ensuring their luggage is Conduct Authority (their registration number is 311394) and is permitted to advise on the coach they are travelling on. on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from https://register.fca.org.uk) or by con- Protecting your information tacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on 0800 1116768. We will only use your personal details in line with our Privacy Notice. This can be 24. Complaints procedure Should you wish to take out this travel insurance please include the appropriate pre- found on our website or is available in hard copy format upon request and you should If you have a complaint during your holiday you must inform the driver/representa- mium when booking your holiday. read this carefully and contact us immediately if you have any queries. Your personal tive as soon as possible to allow them the opportunity to resolve the problem. If you information includes all of the details you have given us to process your insurance encounter any problems with the hotel you must inform the hotel staff immediately DEMANDS AND NEEDS policy (we will not ask for more information than is necessary). We may share your to allow them the opportunity to rectify the matter, in most cases these difficulties data with Third Parties for the provision and ongoing performance of your insurance This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group can be rectified on the spot. However it is not possible to rectify any hotel problems policy. Your data may be transferred outside the UK. All of the personal information (where applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling (i.e. food or service) after you have returned from your holiday. If the complaint can- you supply to us will be handled strictly in accordance with the applicable Data Pro- in countries included within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves not be resolved whilst on tour, please contact your driver immediately. We will try tection regulations and legislation. to resolve your complaint within 28 days and if this has not been achieved, we will against unforeseen circumstances/events detailed in the cover section below. Sub- contact you and tell you why. The company must receive written complaints within ject to the terms, conditions and maximum specified sums insured. Hemmings Holidays are an appointed Representative of Wrightsure Ser- 14 days of your return from the holiday. No liability will be accepted for complaints vices (Hampshire) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the FCA not raised with the hotel or passed on to the driver nor for those received beyond the IMPORTANT (their registration number is 311394) and which is permitted to advise stated time (14 days) if you do not, we will be unable to deal with your complaint. We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your on and arrange general insurance contracts. You can check these details Complaints are hard to be rectified if the hotel has not been informed of the issues. individual needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information. online using the Financial Services Register (accessible from www.fca.org. And failure to establish your complaint immediately in accordance with the above We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes uk) or by contacting the Financial Conduct Authority Consumer Helpline on procedure may affect the outcome. 24-hour emergency service from Mayday Assistance Limited. The following is a brief 0800 111 6768. summary of the cover available. Full details of cover and exclusions will be forwarded 25. GDPR with your confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of We do not charge fees for our insurance related services however we and Wright- In order to process your booking and to ensure that your travel arrangements run the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance. sure Services (Hampshire) Limited may receive some form of renumeration in smoothly and meet your requirements we need to use the information provided by SUMMARY OF COVER PLEASE SEE THE POLICY WORDING FOR FULL DETAILS relation to the arrangement of insurance. such as name, any special needs/dietary requirements etc. We take full responsibility OF THE COVER, LIMITATIONS AND EXCESSES, A SPECIMEN COPY OF WHICH IS for ensuring that proper measures are in place to protect your information. We must AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. pass the information on to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements such This brochure was printed in June 2021 as hotels, transport companies etc. the information provided may also be supplied to security or credit card checking companies, public authorities such as customs/im- migration if required by them or as required by law. Additionally where your holiday falls out of the EEA, controls on data protection in your destination may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. We will not, however, pass informa- tion on to any person not responsible for part of your holiday arrangements. This applies to sensitive information that you give to us such as details of disabilities or dietary/religious requirements. If we cannot pass this information on to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we cannot provide your booking. In making your booking you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant per- sons. Tour data controller is Hemmings Coaches Ltd. You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us, if you would like to see this, please contact us. If you require further information on our Privacy Policy regarding GDPR please visit our website www.hemmingscoaches.co.uk

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