2019 COACH TOURS
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Chris & Jan Cooper welcome you to our 2019 Brochure
We thank you for choosing Chris Cooper Travel’s 2019 brochure. Our out of season holidays are always very popular and 2018 has been no exception. Summer 2018 tours had the added bonus of the fantastic sunny weather we experienced, so fingers crossed for another one in 2019.As usual we combine some new exciting tours along with our “old favourites” and also some “revisited” which you may not have seen for a while, offering you the chance to visit some lovely places in the UK.
Once again we thank our highly valued customers who come back to us year after year and offer a warm welcome to those who may be thinking of travelling with us for the first time... we know you won’t be disappointed.
Within the brochure you will find a selection of 3 to 7 day tours which are all good value for money, but please remember when choosing a holiday that the price reflects the facilities and standards offered by the hotel and also the time of year.
All holidays and short breaks are half board, dinner, bed and breakfast, unless otherwise stated.
If you require any further information on any of the tours please contact the office and we will do our utmost to answer your query, and remember to book early to reserve your favourite coach seat or hotel room.
For your comfort and safety our tour coaches are non-smoking (which also includes electronic cigarettes) and equipped with toilet/washroom, air conditioning and lap belts which must be worn at all times.
“Happy Holidays from all at Chris Cooper Travel”
Check our website www.chriscoopertravel.com or keep in touch with the office for additional tours and special offers added throughout the year.
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Set Pick up Points
Within the Gateshead Area
Winlaton Library Blaydon Bus Station Swalwell Rugby Club or Broadmeadows or Millers Bridge Whickham Bridle Path or Church Green Lobley Hill Library or Bank Dunston Monument or Activity Centre Teams Redheugh Court Bensham Bensham Bank Gateshead Metro Low Fell Library or Bowls Wrekenton Community Chapel Springwell Village Hall or Perseverance Leam Lane Fewster Square Heworth Metro
Door to door service
This is only available to passengers who live in the Borough of Gateshead. (ie you pay your Council tax to Gateshead Council) We will provide a taxi from your home to the coach joining point and return.
£10.00 per person for outlying Gateshead areas Chopwell, High Spen, Highfield, Rowlands Gill, Greenside, Crawcrook, Ryton, Sunniside & Birtley
£5.00 per person for all other villages within the Gateshead Borough.
If you choose the door to door service you may be sharing a taxi with fellow travellers.
Outside the Gateshead Area
Gosforth Mormon Church, Fawdon Lane Westerhope End of Stamfordham Road Newcastle Bewick Street or Central Station Washington Galleries Washington Services North or South
For each tour we will look at passenger numbers and where those passengers live in relation to the pickup points. Provided we can stick to a main route we may add to or remove from these points. For example, if you live en route between pick up points or if there is a group of people in a particular place. At a Glance
No. DATE DAYS HOTEL AND RESORT COST
1 Fri 8th to Sun 10th Feb 3 Gilsland Hall Hotel Line Dance Weekend 165.00 2 Fri11th to Sun 13th Oct 3 Gilsland Hall Hotel Line Dance Weekend 165.00 3 Fri 8th to Sun 10th Feb 3 Adelphi, Liverpool 135.00 4 Fri 15th to Sun 17th Feb 3 Delmont, Scarborough 100.00 5 Mon 25th Feb to Fri 1st March 5 Royal Grosvenor, Weston Super Mare 190.00 6 Mon 4th to Fri 8th March 5 Tynedale, Llandudno “Landlubbers Cruise” 299.00 7 Fri 15th to Sun 17th March 3 Cumberland, Scarborough 105.00 8 Mon 18th to Fri 22nd March 5 Royal Victoria, Llanberis all inclusive 239.00 9 Mon 25th to Fri 29th March 5 Salutation, Perth all inclusive 239.00 10 Mon 8th to Fri 12th April 5 Shrigley Hall, Nr Macclesfield 239.00 11 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd April 4 Royal, Oban “Easter” 205.00 12 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd April 4 Green Dragon, “Easter” 195.00 13 Mon 6th to Fri 10th May 5 Rob Roy, Aberfoyle “Bank Holiday” 245.00 14 Fri 10th to Mon 13th May 4 Quorn, Skegness 185.00 15 Mon 20th to Fri 24th May 5 Highlander, Newtonmore 345.00 16 Sat 25th to Fri 31st May 7 Sands, Sandown Isle of Wight 299.00 17 Sun 2nd to Sat 8th June 7 Carlton, Weymouth 329.00 18 Mon 10th to Fri 14th June 5 Tinto, Symington 290.00 19 Sun 16th to Thurs 20th June 5 Everglades Park, Widnes 259.00 20 Sun 16th to Sat 22nd June 7 Belgrave, Tenby 375.00 21 Wed 3rd to Sun 7th July 5 Tynedale, Llandudno 299.00 22 Sun 7th to Fri 12th July 6 Derwent, Torquay 320.00 23 Sun 14th to Sat 20th July 7 Smiths Court, Cliftonville 369.00 24 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd July 4 Mystery??? 179.00 25 Mon 29th July to Fri 2nd Aug 5 Delmont, Scarborough 209.00 26 Sat 10th to Fri 16th Aug 7 De La Mer, Babbacombe 369.00 27 Sun 18th to Thurs 22nd Aug 5 Imperial, Eastbourne 275.00 28 Mon 26th to Fri 30th Aug 5 Tillington Hall, Stafford Bank Hol 245.00 29 Sun 8th to Fri 13th Sept 6 Medehamstede, Shanklin Isle of Wight 245.00 30 Sun 15th to Sat 21st Sept 7 Seabank, Porthcawl 359.00 31 Thurs 19th to Mon 23rd Sept 5 Mickleover Court 275.00 32 Fri 27th to Sun 30th Sept 4 Gilsland Hall, Gilsland 199.00 33 Thurs 3rd to Mon 7th Oct 5 Chesterhouse, I.O.M 309.00 34 Sun 6th to Tues 8th Oct 3 International Hotel London 209.00 35 Sun 13th to Thurs 17th Oct 5 Angus, Blairgowrie 250.00 36 Mon 21st to Fri 25th Oct 5 Buckatree, Telford 219.00 37 Fri 25th to Mon 28th Oct 4 Park House, Blackpool “Illuminations” 205.00 38 Fri 1st to Tue 5th Nov 5 Tynedale, Llandudno “Holly & Mistletoe” 299.00 39 Wed 6th to Sat 9th Nov 4 Delmont, Scarborough “Turkey & Tinsel” 150.00 40 Sun 17th to Tue 19th Nov 3 Holiday Inn, Thursford “Christmas Spectacular” 215.00 41 Fri 22nd to Mon 25th Nov 4 Auckland, Morecambe “Turkey & Tinsel” 179.00 42 Fri 6th to Mon 9th Dec 4 Quorn, Skegness “Turkey & Tinsel” 185.00 43 Fri 13th to Tues 17th Dec 5 Evans, Llandudno “Tutkey & Tinsel” 199.00 44 Mon 23rd to Fri 27th Dec 5 Gretna Hall, Gretna Green “Christmas” 319.00 45 Mon 30th Dec to Thurs 2nd Jan 4 Auckland, Morecambe “New Year” 309.00 46 Mon 30th Dec to Thurs 2nd Jan 4 Quorn, Skegness “New Year” 275.00 Gilsland Hotel, Gilsland Line Dancing Weekends with Lunch Sat & Sun £165.00 Fri 8th to Sun 10th February 3 Days & Fri 11th to Sun 13th October 3 Days Single Supplement £12.00
Always a very popular tour. Gilsland Hall Hotel is a haven of tranquillity which commands 1 2 spectacular views over unspoilt Cumbrian countryside. The grounds extend to 140 acres of peaceful park and woodland and there is also a sulphur well. There will be three line dancing tuition sessions and two evenings of line dancing, one with a special live band. There is time on Saturday afternoon after your light lunch to relax and maybe have a stroll around the grounds before the pre-dinner lesson. We start the return journey after Sunday lunch which is served at 1.00pm after your last line dancing session.
The Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool £135.00 Fri 8th to Sun 10th Feb 3 Days With its unique attractions, exciting events, world class sport offerings, unrivalled musical heritage and famously warm welcomes, Liverpool is the ideal destination to visit and explore. 3 The iconic Edwardian style Adelphi hotel, a grand building rich in history, is perfectly located in the heart of Liverpool within walking distance of The Albert Docks, The Beatles Experience, shops and museums. Facilities include the vibrant Wave Bar and residents bar, the restaurant, the hotel lobbies and lounge for relaxation and Spindles health and leisure club which offers an indoor heated swimming pool and sauna. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style. A lift serves all floors. There are no walk in showers other than disabled rooms which are very limited. There is no entertainment at the hotel but plenty of night life nearby. On Saturday morning we take a guided tour of Liverpool. Free time in Liverpool Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning.
Delmont Hotel, Scarborough Bargain Break £100.00 Fri 15th to Sun 17th Feb 3 Days £1.00 Bar 7pm – 10pm
Scarborough is the original seaside resort; stunning scenery, glorious beaches, loads to see 4 and do – is it any wonder that people have been flocking to Scarborough for nearly 400 years now? The Delmont is a 51 bedroom family run hotel with panoramic views across Scarborough’s North Bay. The dining room doubles as the entertainments room in the evenings. Hearty Yorkshire breakfasts or lighter options are available and the evening meal menu gives a variety of choices. This tour was an early sell out in 2018 so book early to avoid disappointment. There is a lift to all floors. Tea & coffee will be served on arrival, bingo and live entertainment each evening and a £1 house bar from 7pm to 10pm. We visit Helmsley en route and Guisborough on the return journey.
Royal Grosvenor Hotel, Weston Super Mare Bargain Break £190.00 Mon 25th Feb to Fri 1st March 5 Days
Weston-Super-Mare is a great seaside resort and the seafront and promenade have been 5 transformed by a major refurbishment and the new Grand Pier. The wide sweep of the bay has miles of sandy beaches and a level promenade boasting superb views of the Channel. Undercover attractions include the North Somerset Museum, the sea aquarium and the world’s largest Helicopter Museum. The Royal Grosvenor Hotel is a family run hotel and occupies a premier position on the sea front with great views and conveniently situated for the theatre, shops, local amusements, bowls, golf course, parks and sea aquarium. There is a lift to all floors and some ground floor rooms. Breakfast is buffet style and dinner served to your table. There will be entertainment three nights, a free day in the resort and two tours to Bristol and Wells and Street.
Tynedale Hotel, Llandudno THEMED “Landlubbers Cruise” on “MV Tynedale” £299.00 Mon 4th to Fri 8th March 5 Days
This superb well loved family run hotel is situated on the sweeping promenade opposite the 6 Bandstand facing the award winning sandy beach and is celebrating over 20 years of mock cruising. The wind is light, the sea’s calm and the Captain is ready to welcome you aboard. This year’s mock Cruise visits Dubai United Arab Emirates, Shanghai China, Oahu Hawaii, and Trondheim Norwegian Fjords. Each day you will find staff dressed in costumes to suit your destination. There is a lift to all floors and walk in showers are available in some rooms. Executive rooms are available at £60.00 per person. Arrive to afternoon tea and an introduction to your cruise. Also included are four course themed dinners, Chinese street food, Dubai spice souk, a Hawaiian cocktail party ,cabaret entertainment each evening, the Captain’s dinner Viking style, Hawaiian Hula dancing, deck games, a cocktail and canapes reception, afternoon teas, afternoon cinema and late night finger buffets. A free day in the resort and two tours to Chester,and Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch and Caernarfon. Cumberland Hotel Scarborough Bargain Cabaret Weekend £105.00 Fri 15th to Sun 17th March 3 Days
Scarborough, a resort on the North Sea is a popular destination for people from the North 7 East. Its two bays are split by a headland bearing the 12th century castle. The South bay can be accessed from the town by the Victorian Central Tramway funicular train. This Leisureplex hotel is well situated on the South Cliff within easy reach of the Spa complex, beach and town centre. The bar lounge, where you will enjoy your cabaret evenings, has a large dance floor and there is also a quiet lounge. There is a lift to all floors but some rooms have a few additional stairs. Free wi fi is available in all public areas. Breakfast and dinner are served to the table in the attractive restaurant and there will be a free drink with each dinner. A visit to Helmsley en route and Whitby on return.
Royal Victoria Hotel, LLanberis All Inclusive £239.00 Mon 18th to Fri 22nd March 5 Days
Llanberis is Snowdon’s village within the Snowdonian National Park and is packed with visitor 8 attractions. This very comfortable group friendly hotel cradled between two lakes at the foot of Snowdon and is surrounded by wonderful mountain scenery and set within 30 acres of its own gardens and includes the historic castle of Dilbadarn. Breakfast is buffet style and you will be provided with a packed lunch. There will be entertainment on three evenings after dinner and one will be Welsh themed. Unlimited house draft beer, lager, house wine selection and draught soft drinks between 7pm and 11pm. There is a lift to all floors. Single rooms all have shower only but other shower only rooms are limited. Tours to Llandudno and the Welsh Slate Mine and Betws-y-Coed and a day in the resort to visit the attractions.
Salutation Hotel, Perth All Inclusive £239.00 Mon 25th to Fri 29th March 5 Days Single Supplement £64.00 Scotland’s ancient capital for five centuries, the “Fair City” of Perth is now the country’s 9 newest city. Bustling, compact and beautifully situated on the banks of the River Tay, Perth is a sparkling cosmopolitan gem. Nestled between two sprawling parks, the elegant Georgian townhouses, cobbled streets and medieval spires hark back to its long and prosperous past. The Salutation Hotel is situated in the heart of the city and is reported to be the oldest established hotel in Scotland, welcoming guests since 1699, including Bonnie Prince Charlie. Today the welcome is as warm as ever offering traditional hospitality and modern comforts. There is a lift. Meals will be full Scottish breakfasts each morning, two soup and sandwich lunches and two packed lunches and three course dinners. There will also be 3 drinks vouchers each day- choose from draught beers and lagers, house spirits and wines and soft drinks. Minimum of two nights entertainment. Half day tour to Blairgowrie, full day tour to St Andrews and Crail and a day in the resort. Shrigley Hall Hotel House Party £239.00 Mon 8th to Fri 12th April 5 Days The impressive historical Shrigley Hall, a beautiful 4 star country house dating back to 1825, 10 is set in 262 acres of spectacular leafy Cheshire countryside and boasts its own 18 hole championship golf course. There are 148 elegant bedrooms and the building retains many of its impressive original features such as the elaborate painted domed ceiling over the main grand staircase. Offering a wide range of spa and beauty treatments, the Beauty rooms are the perfect place to relax and unwind. There are two lifts but accessible rooms must be requested. As a historical building you will find there are steps along corridors and the hotel is spread out. There are no walk in showers. Welcome tea/coffee and cake on arrival, breakfast to be taken at leisure, three choice, three course dinners each evening, a quiz night, a bingo night, use of the leisure club and free wi-fi. Tours to include Buxton, Chester, and Salford Quays, allowing for a free day at the hotel to enjoy the hotel facilities.
The Royal Hotel, Oban Easter £205.00 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd April 4 Days Oban is the unofficial capital of the West Highlands and has developed into the most popular 11 west coast holiday town with striking panoramic views of the mountains lochs and islands. The popularity of the town owes much to the Victorians and Queen Victoria called it “one of the finest spots we have seen.” The Royal Hotel stands in the centre of the town and is close to the harbour, the ferry terminal, the Oban Distillery and the War and Peace Museum. Built in 1895 this hotel offers traditional Scottish hospitality within quality modern surroundings. There is a lift and level access from the street. A full day tour to the Commando Memorial, Spean Bridge, Neptune’s Staircase, a spectacular flight of locks engineered by Thomas Telford which raises the canal 62 feet over a quarter of a mile, and Fort William and a day in the resort. Or why not visit the Isle of Mull by ferry? Green Dragon Hotel, Hereford Easter £195.00 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd April 4 Days
The city of Hereford is not only a beautiful and picturesque location in its own right, but it is 12 amid some of the most stunning countryside anywhere in the country. It lies between the Black Mountains and the Malvern Hills with the river Wye snaking through. The city boasts many good shopping areas and an ever popular livestock market. The Green Dragon Hotel is perfectly located in the city centre just a couple of minutes walk from the Cathedral and main shopping areas. There is a large cosy lounge and a spacious restaurant featuring all-you-can- eat buffets. Reviews of this restaurant are very good. There is a lift to all floors. A day free in Hereford to explore this beautiful city and a tour to Ludlow passing through some of the local picturesque villages en route. No live entertainment.
Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle Bank Holiday £245.00 Mon 6th to Fri 10th May 5 Days Waterways of Scotland
The hotel is wonderfully situated in idyllic countryside at the gateway to Scotland’s first 13 National Park and is a short stroll along the banks of the Forth River to the picturesque village of Aberfoyle. It is named after the legendary local folk hero and offers excellent food, friendly staff, and good old fashioned value for money. The bedrooms, which mostly have showers, are in a large annex approx. 50 yards from the main hotel with a covered in walkway between and are either ground or first floor. A lift serves the first floor rooms and there will be some entertainment. Tours to the award winning Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boatlift, including the boat ride and the Kelpies. A cruise on Loch Katrine aboard the Sir Walter Scott steamer and Callander. A sailing on the “Maid of the Forth Cruise” 90 minutes under the three famous bridges and out into the Firth to Inchcolm Island where you disembark and see the Abbey before returning viewing various wildlife and landscapes, and Edinburgh. Entertainment minimum of two nights.
Quorn Hotel Skegness Fri 10th to Mon 13th May 4 Days £185.00
Skegness is the largest resort town on the Lincolnshire Coast and has been a premier holiday 14 destination for over 100 years. There is a lovely promenade and an award winning clean beach, the pier, Natureland seal sanctuary and animal centre crazy golf, ten pin bowling, laser quest, fun fair, shopping and the beautiful landscaped foreshore for you to enjoy. The Quorn hotel, a small family run hotel who’s aim is “to see you again” receives excellent reviews and is situated in the most pleasant part of the Skegness foreshore overlooking the pier, bowling greens and beach. The hotel prides itself in supplying good wholesome food in the delightful restaurant overlooking the sea front. A lift serves the first and second floor. Rooms on the third floor are accessed by a staircase. All rooms have walk in showers There will be entertainment each evening in the relaxing atmosphere of the bar. A free day in Skegness and a tour to Boston & Springfields Festival Gardens and shopping outlets.
Highlander Hotel, Newtonmore £345.00 Mon 20th to Fri 24th May 5 Days Romantic Highland Railways
Newtonmore is a well established resort town nestling in the upper reaches of the Spey valley 15 within the Cairngorms National Park. The Highlander hotel offers a warm Scottish welcome with tea coffee and shortbread on arrival. Rooms are first and ground floor and all have walk in showers. There is no lift. The hotel prides itself on the varied menus that take full advantage of the fresh Scottish produce available. A minimum of two night’s entertainment. Tour to Aviemore and join a steam train journey through the spectacular Speyside mountainous scenery to Grantown on Spey and then a visit to the Heather Centre at Dulnain Bridge . Tour from Inverness we join the train for what Michael Palin says is one of the most beautiful rail journeys in Europe – to Kyle returning by coach. Tour – we join the Jacobite Steam train in Fort William for the journey to Mallaig made famous in the Harry Potter movies, absorbing the beautiful views of lochs and mountains, Glenfinnan Viaduct and the small isles of Eigg, Muck and Rum again returning by coach. Sands Hotel, Sandown, Isle of Wight £299.00 Sat 25th to Fri 31st May 7 Days The Isle of Wight is England’s largest island located in the English Channel, separated from the mainland by a straight called the Solent. The island has many resorts which have been 16 popular since Victorian times. Our ferry crossing is from Southampton to East Cowes. This family run hotel is ideally situated on the sea front in Sandown, close to the shops, theatre and pier. There is a comfortable lounge where you can relax during the day and enjoy entertainment every evening. Good home cooked food served in the spacious bright dining room. Bedrooms, although small, are well appointed, all with walk in showers and are ground floor or first floor but there is no lift. There is entertainment every evening. Tours to Isle of Wight Pearl, Allum Bay & Yarmouth, Newport and West Cowes, Ryde and a half day tour to Godshill Two free days in the resort or to visit other places of interest such as neighbouring Shanklin or Osborne House the residence of Queen Victoria.
The Carlton Hotel, Weymouth £329.00 Sun 2nd to Sat 8th June 7 Days
Dorset has some of the most outstanding natural beauty the English Countryside has to offer. 17 Weymouth ‘s fine Georgian seafront is an impressive backdrop to the long bay of golden sandy beaches, Punch & Judy shows, donkey rides, swing boats and many seafood beach huts. The 17th century harbour is steeped in history and offers plenty of attractions and there is also a lovely marina. The shopping area is a level walk from the hotel and has many of the large chain stores as well as small specialist shops. The hotel is right on the sea front and offers great hospitality. The restaurant is on the lower ground floor where good wholesome home cooked food is served and the entertainments room and bar are on the ground floor with spectacular views across the bay. A lift serves all floors but some rooms are accessed by a few stairs. There will be entertainment most nights. Tours to Portland and West Bay, Dorchester and Moreton, Swanage & Poole and two free days in the resort.
Tinto House Hotel, Biggar Grand Scottish all Inclusive £290.00 Mon 10th to Fri 14th June 5 Days
Biggar is a small town situated in Scotland’s south uplands near Lanark, Peebles and the 18 river Clyde. This is an ideal break for those who don’t like to travel too far and was thoroughly enjoyed by our customers in 2018. The Tinto is a cosy well run hotel set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens, a spectacular setting overlooking the sprawling countryside and offering home cooked food with produce sourced locally. All rooms are individually decorated using high quality fabrics and modern furnishings to guarantee comfort and relaxation. There is no lift and a limited number of ground floor rooms for those with accessibility problems. There will be 3 nights entertainment (one Scottish themed) wine served with dinner each night and 3 drinks vouchers per person per night. Tours to Edinburgh with entrance to Roslyn Chapel, Dumfries House with tea/coffee and shortbread and Glasgow.
Everglades Hotel, Widnes £259.00 Sun 16th June to Thurs 20th June 5 Days Widnes is an industrial town in the County of Cheshire in Northwest England although 19 originally in Lancashire, and the ideal place to stay to tour Liverpool, the Wirral and surrounding area. The Everglades Park is a smart contemporary hotel with friendly, attentive long serving staff. All rooms are furnished with classic, clean interiors, comfortable king size beds and equipped with modern facilities and satellite television and free wi-fi internet access. Both the bar and restaurant have stunning interiors, a welcoming environment and excellent service and there will be tea and coffee on arrival. There is no lift but some ground floor rooms are available. There are three tours to Chester & the Cheshire Oaks Outlet, Liverpool, and a visit to Port Sunlight a village founded by a Victorian era entrepreneur to house his factory and workers followed by a tour through the Wirral to the seaside resort of New Brighton, which has undergone many improvements in recent years and we return to the hotel via The Mersey Tunnel. Belgrave Hotel, Tenby £375.00 Sun 16th to Sat 22nd June 7 Days Sea View Supplement £30.00
Tenby is one of the prettiest coastal resorts in Britain situated on the South Pembrokeshire 20 coast. It is justly proud of its golden beaches, picturesque harbour and narrow winding streets lined with candy coloured houses. The hotel is situated on the South Beach only 3 minutes walk from the heart of the town. A large comfortable lounge overlooks the sea and entertainment can be enjoyed here most evenings. There is a lift (stops at half floor landings) so there will be some steps everywhere within the hotel. Three full day tours to include Pembroke, St Davids, Carmarthen, Lleys y Fran reservoir and the Preseli Hills.
Tynedale Hotel, Llandudno THEMED “Landlubbers Cruise” on “MV Tynedale” £299.00 Wed 3rd to Sun 7th July 5 Days This superb well loved family run hotel is situated on the sweeping promenade opposite the Bandstand facing the award winning sandy beach and is celebrating over 20 years of mock 21 cruising. The wind is light, the sea’s calm and the Captain is ready to welcome you aboard. This year’s mock Cruise visits Dubai United Arab Emirates, Shanghai China, Oahu Hawaii, and Trondheim Norwegian Fjords. Each day you will find staff dressed in costumes to suit your destination. There is a lift to all floors and walk in showers are available in some rooms. Executive rooms are available at £60.00 per person. Arrive to afternoon tea and an introduction to your cruise. Also included are four course themed dinners, Chinese street food, Dubai spice souk, a Hawaiian cocktail party ,cabaret entertainment each evening, the Captain’s dinner Viking style, Hawaiian Hula dancing, deck games, a cocktail and canapes reception, afternoon teas, afternoon cinema and late night finger buffets. A free day in the resort and two tours to Chester,and Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch and Caernarfon.
Derwent Hotel, TLH Resort, Torquay £320.00 Sun 7th to Fri 12th July 6 Days
Torquay on the “English Riviera” is a lovely resort with lots to do and see and has wonderful 22 gardens because of the milder climate it usually en joys. Paignton, Babbacombe with its model village and Cockington the pretty thatched village are all nearby and could be visited in your free time. TLH resort is an amazing blend of hotel accommodation, leisure and entertainment all on site. The group of 4 hotels, situated close to the seafront and town centre, offers an outstanding choice of indoor and outdoor leisure facilities and entertainment. Here you’ll find comfortable bedrooms, bright modern lounges and a friendly informal restaurant. The starlight lounge is the main hub for nightly entertainment and dancing. There is a lift. Two free days and two tours to include Teignmouth, Dawlish and Exmouth.
Smiths Court Hotel, Cliftonville, Margate £369.00 Sun 14th to Sat 20th July 7 Days The Kentish countryside has flourished as a fruit growing region gaining its reputation as 23 the “Garden of England.” Here at the very edge are three Georgian and Victorian resorts, Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate, which cluster around the bays at the far end of the peninsula. There’s a retro feel to these harbour towns, miles of low chalk cliffs edge the peninsula, sheltering a string of secluded, unspoilt sandy bays. The hotel is set just above Margate, on the cliff tops of Cliftonville and offers stunning sea views over the Thames estuary , and a selection of sandy beaches within walking distance. Family owned and run by the Smith family there is a spacious lounge, on orangery with a lovely sea view, a snug bar and a gym. There is a lift and there will be three nights entertainment. Three tours to include Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay and Deal, Sandwich and Dover, and a half day to Broadstairs. Mystery Tour £179.00 Fri 19th to Mon 22nd July 4 Days
A mystery tour where not even your coach driver or our staff know where you’ll be going until a 24 top secret briefing shortly before departure. This weekend will maybe give you the opportunity to enjoy an area you may not have visited before - or to revisit one of your favourites - who knows. We can promise a great value weekend, with perhaps a few interesting surprises. The hotel will be at least a 3* standard. Your bedroom will have TV, tea/coffee and telephone as standard and you’ll enjoy a full English breakfast and a menu choice for dinner. It will be excellent value for money and will be located North, South, East or West???
Delmont Hotel, Scarborough £209.00 Mon 29th to Fri 2nd August 5 Days
As a holiday destination Scarborough has it all. Dramatic cliffs & castle headland, award 25 winning beaches, historic harbour, great family attractions, a booming town centre and the beautiful Peasholm Park. The Delmont is a 51 bedroom family run hotel with panoramic views across Scarborough’s North Bay. The dining room doubles as the entertainments room in the evenings. Hearty Yorkshire breakfasts or lighter options are available and theevening meal menu gives a variety of choices. There is a lift to all floors.There will be bingo and live entertainment most evenings. Tours to include Beverley, York and Bridlington. Calling at Whitby en route and returning via Helmsley.
De La Mer Hotel, Babbacombe English Riviera £369.00 Sat 10th to Fri 16th Aug 7 Days
Babbacombe is the quieter area of Torquay, and from the downs, an ideal place for a morning 26 or evening stroll where you can enjoy magnificent views across Lyme Bay. It is also home to the famous model village and Babbacome Theatre. Nearby St Mary-Church has a selection of charming shops and specialist boutiques. Owned and run by the Tillen family for nearly 40 years this hotel is ideally located near the downs and cliff railway and the local bus service to nearby resorts stops just outside. Many guests return to this hotel year on year and it was awarded a Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor in 2016. The restaurant serves an excellent choice of menu’s and there is a dance floor and entertainment most nights. There is no lift but rooms are all either ground or first floor. Two days in the resort and three full day tours to include Dawlish & Teignmouth, Widecombe in the moor & Buckfast Abbey and Looe & Polperro.
The Imperial Hotel, Eastbourne £275.00 Sun18th to Thurs 22nd Aug 5 Days Nicknamed the “Suntrap of the South”, Eastbourne is literally a place bursting with things 27 to do with its Victorian Pier, flat promenade and exquisite gardens and beaches all nearby. The Imperial Hotel is an impressive Victorian hotel, full of character and situated across the road from the promenade4 and bandstand. This is a popular coach friendly hotel with high standards throughout. There is a lift, a gift shop and there will be three evenings of entertainment. Two tours to Battle and it’s Abbey, taking its name from the most famous battle fought on English soil (Hastings 1066), and Rye, and Beachy Head, Brighton and a 40 minute ride on the preserved Bluebell Steam Railway, which has the second largest collection of steam trains in the country. Tillington Hall Hotel, Stafford Bank Holiday £245.00 Mon 26th to Fri 30th Aug 5 days
Stafford is a town in Staffordshire in the heart of England a lovely area to tour with many 28 visitor attractions. The 3 star Best Western Tillington Hall offers a serene backdrop in a leafy setting for your stay. The comfortable bedrooms have been recently refurbished, and there is a lovely bar, restaurant and coffee lounge and free wi-fi. The hotel has a lift. There will be tea and coffee on arrival and evening meals will be three course, three choice, and followed by tea/coffee. Three tours Trentham Gardens and shopping outlet (entry included), Litchfield and Ashby-de-la-Zouch and a ride on the Severn Railway on a vintage steam-hauled train from Kidderminster to Bridnorth with time to spend here.
The Medehamstede Hotel, Shanklin £245.00 Sun 8th Sept to Fri 13th Sept 6 Days
The Isle of Wight is a county and the largest and second most populous island of England. It 29 is located in the English Channel, about 4 miles off the coast of Hampshire and is separated from mainland Great Britain by the Solent. A warm welcome awaits you at this friendly, family run hotel situated in the heart of beautiful Shanklin, very close to the cliff lift and only a short stroll from the town and old village. The hotel has a nice spacious garden, a games room and a bar lounge with a dance floor. Wholesome traditional food is served in the restaurant. There is no lift and a limited amount of ground floor rooms available. There will be entertainment every evening. Three tours to Allum Bay and Yarmouth , Newport and Ryde, Godshill & Cowes, and a free day in the resort.
Seabank Hotel, Porthcawl £359.00 Sun 15th to Sat 21st Sept 7 Days Sea View Supplement £42.00 per person Porthcawl was transformed into an attractive seaside resort in the early twentieth century and 30 continues to delight the visitor. To the West is the world famous Royal Porthcawl golf course and to the East an expansive sandy beach and the town harbour. The two are separated by a rocky promontory with spectacular sea views. There is an attractive high street and the fascinating Grand Pavillion offers theatre and a pleasant bar. The Seabank Hotel is magnificently located on the sea front with outstanding views. It has an attractive bar, two lounges and a large entertainments room with entertainment most evenings. A large lift serves all floors, there are a limited number of ground floor rooms, some rooms have level access from the lift and others have some stairs. There are steps to the front of the hotel with a ramp for wheelchairs. Three tours to Tenby, Swansea and Bracelet Bay and Cardiff and St Fagans, one of Europe’s premier outdoor museums. Two free days in the resort.
Mickleover Court Nr Derby £275.00 Derbyshire Peaks, Chatsworth House & Rowsley to Matlock Steam Train Thurs 19th - Mon 23rd Sept 5 Days Single Supplement £60.00
In the heart of England lies the Peak District. An area of outstanding beauty with fine scenery 31 from its high limestone peaks to snake like gorges. The Mickleover Court a 4 star hotel is located in a quiet area 3 miles from Derby and is highly reviewed by groups for its food, comfort and service and thoroughly enjoyed by our passengers in 2018. Rooms are spacious and modern, there is an indoor heated swimming pool and a lift serves all floors. There will be tea and coffee on arrival and two nights’ in house entertainment. Three tours to Buxton, Rowsley with a steam train ride to Matlock with time here, Chatsworth House and Gardens and The National Memorial Arboretum, the UK’s thought provoking Centre of Remembrance. Gilsland Hall Hotel, Gilsland £199.00 Fri 27th to Mon 30th Sept 4 Days Single Supplement £18.00
Gilsland has been a popular destination for people in the North East for many years now. The 32 Gilsland Hall Hotel is a haven of tranquillity which commands spectacular views over unspoilt Cumbrian countryside. The grounds extend to 140 acres of peaceful park and woodland and there is also a sulphur well. There are some ground floor rooms and a lift serves the upper floors but some rooms are on half landings and approached by stairs. The restaurant is spacious and airy and there is a ballroom where you can enjoy the hotel’s evening entertainment. Two tours to Castle Douglas & The Gretna Outlets and Keswick and Penrith.
Chesterhouse Hotel, Douglas, Isle of Man £309.00 Thurs 3rd to Mon 7th Oct 5 Days Single Supplement £50.00 Sea View Supplement £50.00 per room
This beautiful Island which lies in the Irish Sea is 32 miles long and 14miles wide, and is 33 dominated by Snaefell Mountain which rises to 2000ft. The hotel is located on the sea front in Douglas and offers a full range of modern facilities, and is close to the town centre which offers extensive shopping and a variety of bars and restaurants. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style. Due to the architectural features of the hotel it is not suitable for guests requiring wheelchair or mobility assistance as the property has a number of steps to access the entrance, as well as internal steps to the upper floors and the access route from the lift to adjacent bedroom corridors. The crossing from Heysham is 3½ hours and the onward drive to the hotel is only a few minutes. Entertainment two nights. A free morning in Douglas and a half day tour to Peel. Tour to Laxey to view “Lady Isabella” the world’s largest working water wheel and Ramsey. Tour, ride the Steam Railway Douglas to Port Erin to spend some time then journey on to Castletown.
International Hotel, Canary Wharf, London £209.00 Sun 6th to Tues 8th October 3 Days B & B Single Supplement £50.00 Including a top West End Show ticket (show to be announced at a later date)
Canary Wharf is a beautiful and modern part of London. Its iconic skyline is an integral part 34 of the landscape and with the addition of Crossrail Place, the latest shopping and leisure destination offering new restaurants, a cinema plus one of London’s biggest roof gardens. The international hotel is a quayside hotel overlooking buzzing Canary Wharf. Classic rooms have flat-screen televisions and beverage trays and free wi-fi is available in public areas. There is also a pub and river view bar with floor to ceiling windows. There is also a heated indoor pool and a spa with a sauna and a steam room. Travel to the hotel in London on Sunday. Monday after breakfast depart for central London with a short guided tour. The drop off and pick point here will be close to the theatre where the evening show will be performed. A few hours free time to explore in London and have a meal before the theatre performance. Travel back to the hotel after the show. On Tuesday a visit to Westfields Shopping Centre before the return journey.
Angus Hotel Blairgowrie £250.00 Sun 13th to Thurs 17th October 5 Days Highland Autumn Gold
Blairgowrie is one of the largest towns in Perthshire sitting on the banks of the river Ericht and 35 is the start point of the 60 mile circular Cateran Trail which walkers follow around the historic drove roads used by cattle rustlers. It is the gateway to Glenshee which caters for all year round sports. Close by the village of Meikleour boasts The Beech Hedge recognised as the tallest in the world. A warm welcome awaits you at the Angus Hotel which is a modern and comfortable family owned hotel and one of Perthshire’s best known hotels and has a modern indoor pool. There is a lift to all floors but accessible rooms must be requested. Two tours to Perth and Crieff including a guided tour and two tastings at Famous Grouse, the oldest distillery in the world, St Andrews and Dundee, A half day tour to Glamis Castle and gardens – the childhood home of the Queen Mother - and a half day in the resort. Buckatree Hotel, Telford £219.00 Mon 21st to Fri 25th October 5 Days
Shropshire is one of the most picturesque counties in Britain, yet one of the least well-known. 36 It is steeped in history and culture and tourists visit to see the country’s incredible past. Our group friendly hotel is a renowned country house hotel, has been recently refurbished and is situated at the foot of the famous Wrekin, a very large hill popular with walkers. All rooms have views and there is a lift. The Lakeside Restaurant offers a choice of contemporary cuisine and there is the stylishly decorated Lander Bar and lounge where you can relax. Two night’s entertainment. Three tours to Ludlow & Kidderminster, Shrewsbury and the Ironbridge Gorge and a guided tour of RAF Cosford with 70 aircraft in 3 wartime hangers.
Park House Hotel, Blackpool Illuminations £205.00 Fri 25th to Mon 28th Oct 4 Days
This multi award winning hotel since 1990 is one of Blackpool’s premier, family run, privately 37 owned hotels, beautifully situated on the North promenade. Comfortable large sun lounges overlook the Irish Sea and on a clear day Morecambe Bay and the Isle of Man can be seen. Renowned for quality and service the restaurant offers a wide choice of menu. All bedrooms are very tastefully decorated and furnished to a high standard. There is a bar lounge, the Chatsworth Suite Ballroom, a games room, snooker room and a quiet reading room. There are two lifts and entertainment each evening . An evening run through the lights, a tour to Southport and a free day in the resort.
Tynedale Hotel, Llandudno Holly & Mistletoe £299.00 Fri 1st to Tues 5th November 5 Days
Llandundno is a beautiful Victorian two mile long seaside destination between the headlands 38 of the Great Orme and the Little Orme, and is amongst the most attractive destinations in Britain. This superb well loved family run hotel is situated on the sweeping promenade opposite the Bandstand facing the award winning sandy beach. The whole ground floor, reception, bar & lounge, have recently been fully refurbished to a very high standard. There are some ground floor rooms and a lift serves most other bedrooms. This pre Christmas break sees a visit from Santa Claus, a quality gift and a great festive atmosphere. There is a superb selection of breakfasts and mouth watering dinners, late night finger buffets and fantastic nightly entertainment . Tours to Chester and the Tweed Mill and Snowdonia.
Delmont Hotel, Scarborough Turkey & Tinsel £150.00 Wed 6th to Sat 9th November 4 Days £1.00 Bar 7pm – 10pm
Scarborough is the original seaside resort; stunning scenery, glorious beaches, loads to see 39 and do – is it any wonder that people have been flocking to Scarborough for nearly 400 years now? The Delmont is a 51 bedroom family run hotel with panoramic views across Scarborough’s North Bay. The dining room doubles as the entertainments room in the evenings. Hearty Yorkshire breakfasts or lighter options are available and the evening meal menu gives a variety of choices. There is a lift to all floors. Tea, coffee and mince pies will be served on arrival, there will be a sherry reception a Candle Lit Christmas Dinner with a complimentary glass of wine, a visit from Santa with a gift for everyone, bingo and live entertainment each evening and a £1 house bar from 7 to 10pm. We visit Helmsley en route and Guisborough on the return journey. Holiday Inn, Norwich £215.00 Thursford Christmas Spectacular Sun 17th to Tues19th Nov 3 Days Single Supplement £50.00
One of the most exciting Christmas Spectacular shows ever. It is the most popular Christmas 40 show of all time in England and is a blend of glorious entertainment, with songs, carols, dazzling dancers, beautiful costumes, outstanding music and singing from a cast of over one hundred. Each show is a pageant of spectacle and colour and the music is a seamless transition from an upbeat dance routine to a choral rendition of a Christmas Carol. A show which would not be out of place in any of London’s west end Theatres, but has the extra magic of the fairground carousels and mechanical organs as a backcloth, and the whole building a riot of twinkling lights, trees and animation likened by many to a Hollywood film set. Staying at the Holiday Inn Norwich & including show ticket. (raised seating) The destination of a half day tour will depend on if the show is afternoon or evening to either Norwich or Sheringham.
Auckland Hotel, Morecambe Mistletoe & Wine £179.00 Fri 22nd to Mon 25th Nov 4 Days
As a resort Morecambe is going from strength to strength undergoing a major regeneration 41 programme in recent years. On the stunning new seafront and beautiful stone jetty the award winning Tern Project pays homage to the wonderful wildlife prolific in the bay and the Eric Morecambe statue stands in pride of place on the Central Promenade. The hotel too has undergone major changes in the last year with extra ground floor rooms added and the dining and the bar entertainment areas enlarged. Run by the same family for over 30 years, they believe that an enjoyable holiday is made up of good food, comfortable surroundings, cleanliness, and personal service and are confident that you will receive all of these. There is a lift to all floors but some rooms do have a few stairs to access and there are some ground floor rooms. Festive parties with entertainment every night and a fancy dress competition. A tour out to Southport and a day in the resort.
Quorn Hotel, Skegness Turkey & Tinsel £185.00 Fri 6th to Mon 9th Dec 4 Days
Skegness is the largest resort town on the Lincolnshire Coast and has been a premier holiday 42 destination for over 100 years. There is a lovely promenade and an award winning clean beach, the pier, Natureland seal sanctuary and animal centre crazy golf, ten pin bowling, laser quest, fun fair, shopping and the beautiful landscaped foreshore for you to enjoy. The Quorn hotel, a small family run hotel who’s aim is “to see you again” receives excellent reviews and is situated in the most pleasant part of the Skegness foreshore overlooking the pier, bowling greens and beach. The hotel prides itself in supplying good wholesome food in the delightful restaurant overlooking the sea front. The relaxing atmosphere of the bar is an ideal place to sample the hotel’s great pre Christmas entertainment every evening to get you in the festive mood. A free day in the resort and a tour to Boston & Springfields Festival Gardens and shopping outlet.
Evans Hotel, Llandudno Turkey & Tinsel £199.00 Fri 13th to Tues 17th December 5 Days
Llandudno is a very popular resort with many coach travellers. It has a large sweeping bay 43 between the great orme and the little orme with a lovely long level promenade, perfect for strolling. Running parallel to the sea front behind the many hotels is the main shopping street which incorporates the Victoria indoor shopping mall. and there is now also a large retail park just a short walk away. The Evans hotel is centrally situated just 1000 yards from the shops and Llandudno pier. This is a traditional family run hotel which has won many awards, the most recent being a trip advisor certificate of excellence in 2018 and a in 2017 a guest review award from booking.com. There is a lift in the hotel, a games and TV lounge and a good size entertainment room with a dance floor. Entertainment some evenings and two tour to Anglesey and Snowdonia & the Tweed Mill and Llangollen. Gretna Hall Hotel, Gretna Christmas £319.00 Mon 23rd to Fri 27th Dec 5 Days Single Supplement £60.00
Built in 1710, set in its own extensive grounds and renovated in 2004, this hotel comprises a 44 total of 100 rooms spread over 3 floors. Facilities on offer include a 24-hour reception desk, a bar, restaurant and entertainment. This appealing hotel is well situated in a central location. The hotel also enjoys a stunning view over the landscape of Dumfriesshire and the Lake District. The modern rooms are equipped with an en suite bath/shower/toilet, a hairdryer, and a direct dial telephone. Since we were last at the hotel for Christmas in 2015 the hotel has refurbished the bar/lounge and dining room. Single rooms are limited. There will be tea/coffee and mince pies on arrival, four course dinners, a welcome bucks fizz drink with management, entertainment each evening, a 5 course Christmas Lunch, a cold savoury and sweet buffet Christmas evening and of course a visit from Santa or helper with a gift. On Christmas Eve we take a tour out to Carlisle and on Boxing Day a short run to the Gretna Shopping outlets to maybe bag a bargain in the sales.
Auckland Hotel, Morecambe New Year £309.00 Mon 30th Dec 2019 to Thurs 2nd Jan 2020 4 Days
A favourite for New Year with many of our regular travellers this well established family run 45 hotel has been specialising in group travel for many years. Situated on the Central Promenade the hotel is within easy reach of all local amenities. Enjoy the warmest of welcomes’ and good home cooked food. Join in to the party atmosphere and see in the New Year with friends old and new. There will be a Bucks Fizz reception on the first evening followed by a candle-lit evening meal, entertainment and a light buffet later in the evening. On New Years Eve a light lunch and later a Festive evening dinner and the New Year party seeing in the New Year with a complimentary glass of bubbly. On New Year’s Day there will be brunch, an afternoon cream tea, your evening meal and entertainment. There is a lift to all floors although some rooms do have some stairs to negotiate and there are some ground floor rooms. Enjoy entertainment each evening and New Year’s Eve Party to see in the New Year, and don’t forget your fancy dress outfit!! A short run out to Lancaster on New Year’s Eve to be back to the hotel for lunch.
Quorn Hotel, Skegness. New Year £275.00 Mon 30th Dec 2019 to Thurs 2nd Jan 2020 4 Days
This small family run hotel, who’s aim is “to see you again” receives excellent reviews and 46 is situated in the most pleasant part of the Skegness foreshore overlooking the pier, bowling greens and beach. The hotel prides itself in supplying good wholesome food in the delightful restaurant overlooking the sea front. The relaxing atmosphere of the bar is an ideal place to meet fellow travellers and sample the hotel’s entertainment. There is a lift to the first and second floors then the third floor is accessed by a flight of stairs. All rooms here have walk in showers. Arrive at the hotel to tea, coffee and biscuits. There will be entertainment each evening and on New Year’s Eve the celebrations starting with a Gala dinner which will include a glass of wine. As we party through the evening a finger buffet will be served around 10.30pm and a glass of bubbly will be served at midnight. Start New Years Day with a bucks fizz breakfast. There will be games and activities throughout the day and a light lunchat 1.00pm. Tour out on New Years Eve to Springfield’s festival gardens and outlets. Chris Cooper Travel Booking Conditions & Fair Trading Charter
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