Social Breaks 2021-22 GUIDE & Holidays

GROUP BREAKS ORGANISED BY MEMBERS, FOR MEMBERS YOUR 2021-2022 BREAKS

2021 AUGUST 23 – 27 Derbyshire by Design p6 SEPTEMBER 3 – 6 Scenic Snowdonia Fully Booked; see 2022 break on p34 10 – 13 Kynren, an Epic Tale of England p8 24 – 26 Bletchley Park and the City of Cambridge p10 OCTOBER 1 – 4 Cheltenham Chase Hotel Autumn Break p12 17 – 21 The Beautiful Lake District p14 NOVEMBER 29 Nov – 3 Dec Potters Midweek Festival Break p16

2022 MARCH 18 – 20 Oxford, City of Dreaming Spires p18 APRIL 25 – 29 Historic Chester NEW p20 MAY 2 – 6 Springtime in Bournemouth p22 11 – 13 Elegant Harrogate NEW p24 26 – 30 The Beautiful Lake District p26 JUNE 6 – 10 South Devon and the English Riviera p28 10 – 12 Windsor and the Royal Castle p30 27 Jun – 1 July Lovely Llandrindod, Heart of Wales p32 AUGUST 1 – 5 The Royal Victoria Hotel, Snowdonia p34 14 – 18 The Abbey Hotel, Great Malvern p36 SEPTEMBER 12 – 16 Blissful Bournemouth NEW p38

To find out more and see any new breaks and getaways that are added through the year, make sure you check out boundless.co.uk/social YOUR 2021-2022 BREAKS

Welcome!

We’re pleased to be able bring you our latest guide, featuring a host of fantastic breaks to fill your 2021/22 calendar. There’s something for everyone so we’re sure that you’ll find something to interest you.

For the latest updates and to keep an eye on what new breaks we’re adding, visit our website regularly at boundless.co.uk/social

We hope to meet you on one of our breaks soon.

Trevor Rudderham, Leader – Boundless Social Committee

Introducing the Social Committee

TREVOR RUDDERHAM [email protected]

ALAN MURRAY [email protected]

KAREN MURRAY [email protected]

BILL BROOK [email protected]

PAUL BACHE [email protected]

STEPHANIE BACHE [email protected] Keeping in touch!

We know last year was a very unpredictable time and the majority of our 2020 breaks had to be cancelled. We want to make sure we keep you up to date so, once you’ve booked on any of our breaks, we’ll let you know what’s going on should we have to make any further changes over the next year or so.

When you book a break, please follow one of the steps below to let us know so we can send you a welcome letter and contact you with any updates.

Fill out a short form at boundless.co.uk/socialform

Or email us with the break you’ve booked, including your name and contact number, on [email protected]

Or send a letter with the break you’ve booked, including your name and contact number, to Social, Member Communities, Boundless by CSMA, Britannia House, Brighton BN1 4DE

Join our online group

All Boundless members are welcome to join our online communities and connect with other members who share your interests. We have a fantastic dedicated Social Breaks and Holiday Facebook Group just for members – you can ask questions, discuss tips and advice, enter competitions and share your stories and experiences. We also have fun quizzes to take part in and giveaways to enjoy.

Find us at: facebook.com/groups/BoundlessSocialGroup What do our breaks include?

All breaks are organised by members, so you know they’re put together with you in mind. And, so you can see at a glance what’s included in each break, we’ve added some handy icons to make your planning that little bit easier.

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Find the perfect room

Many of the hotels we’ve booked have a range of room options, so you can choose the one that suits you best. These are all subject to availability at the time of booking, and different hotels have different options. Feel free to give them a call and find out more.

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Many hotels Some of the Most of our stays With some A few of our offer accessible breaks have have single- breaks you hotels have or adapted a selection of occupancy can add an dedicated pet- rooms. Contact upgrades that double rooms additional night friendly rooms. the hotel direct you can choose available. These if you’d like Rules and to make sure when you book. incur a single to extend restrictions vary they can fulfil supplement – your stay. – please ask for your booking details on each details when requirements. listing. you book. Derbyshire by Design

23 – 27 AUGUST 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Hallmark Hotel Derby Mickleover Court ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £249pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board

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Four days of relaxing and exploring the dive into Tudor history with a visit to Haddon county of Derbyshire await you here when Hall. A stop at Chatsworth will be essential for you book into the 4-star Hallmark Hotel Derby fans of BBC’s Pride and Prejudice, as it was used Mickleover Court, a great base for checking out as Pemberley, the residence of Mr Darcy. the Peak District National Park. Take a drive through the Peak District National Buffet breakfasts are included each morning, Park, not forgetting to test the waters in the ensuring you’re ready to make the most of famous spa town of Buxton. the day ahead. Got a sweet tooth? Then an *Price from £249pp based on two people essential stop for coffee and a Bakewell tart sharing on a half-board basis. is the picturesque market town of Bakewell on the River Wye. And, if you’re thinking of Single-supplement rooms available on request living the high life, it’s a short drive to the at an additional £70. Heights of Abraham in Matlock for a cable car to the dramatic hilltop park. To book, please call Greatdays Holidays on 0161 928 3242, quoting ‘NBUA114311 History buffs will be entranced by Hardwick Derbyshire by Design’. Hall, a fine 16th-century house. The Grade I listed house of Calke Abbey in the village For more information, visit of Ticknall makes for a beautiful morning boundless.co.uk/derbyshire exploring, and you can continue your

6 Do more in Derbyshire Take a trip out to the Derwent Valley Mills on the River Derwent, the only World Heritage Site in the East Midlands. The site contains fascinating mill complexes, the watercourses that powered them and the settlements that were built around them for the workers. The Derwent Valley Heritage Way passes through the valley’s beautiful and historic landscapes – explore on foot or on a cycling tour. Crich Tramway Village, with more than 60 trams built between 1873 and 1982, is a real journey back in time. Many of the buildings in the village have been rescued from elsewhere in the UK – the Red Lion Pub, for example, came all the way from Stoke and was rebuilt on site, brick by brick. With a wide range of attractions, historic sites to explore, country walks and outstanding local food and drink, don’t miss out on this opportunity for the full Derbyshire experience.

7 Kynren, an Epic Tale of England

10 – 13 SEPTEMBER 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel ON REQUEST Single occupancy Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 3 PRICE: £259pp*

TYPE: Half-board

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Ready to be part of an unmissable experience? Day 3: Spend the day as you wish. History buffs Join us at the Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel for will enjoy exploring Durham, and those with an a three-night stay and a chance to see the award- interest in art and design won’t want to miss a winning show Kynren, an Epic Tale of England. trip to the Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle. Legends come to life in this action-packed 90- Day 4: Time for one more leisurely breakfast at minute live outdoor show, as a cast of over the hotel before you say your farewells. 1000 performers take you on an amazing *Price £259pp based on two people sharing on a journey through 2000 years of history. Plus half-board basis. your days will be free to explore other nearby attractions, such as the Beamish Open Air Single-supplement rooms available on request Museum and the cathedral city of Durham. at an additional £15 (£45 for three nights). Limited room upgrades available at £30 per Day 1: Make your way to the hotel and join your person per night. Limited on-site parking – fellow Boundless members and hosts for a chargeable parking nearby at £5 per night. welcome drinks reception and dinner. The chefs pride themselves on their excellent To book, call Just For Groups on 01603 menus, which feature an abundance of local 886740, quoting ‘Boundless by CSMA Kynren’. produce. Day 2: Enjoy a buffet breakfast and a free day For more information, visit before an early dinner at the hotel. Tonight we boundless.co.uk/kynren experience the unmissable Kynren.

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Out and about in the North East No stay in County Durham would be complete without a visit to the city centre. Explore the museum and gallery spaces of Durham Castle (above) and, if you have a head for heights, a climb to the top of the cathedral’s central tower will reward you with spectacular views. For a taste of Durham back in the day, head to Beamish and the open-air museum, which tells the story of life in the North East through the ages. Discover what life was like on the home front during the First World War and explore the 1940s farm. Motoring enthusiasts will want to take a ride on a historic Daimler bus or one of the vintage trams that trundle around the site.

9 Bletchley Park and the City of Cambridge

24 – 26 SEPTEMBER 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Doubletree by Hilton Belfry Cambridge Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 2 PRICE: £199pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Additional night Pet-friendly rooms

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Unlock the secrets of Bletchley Park on this and mobile computing and the internet, this two-night stay in Cambridge. Relax in style and is the place to be if you want to trace the comfort at this wonderful 4-star lakeside hotel. development of computing over the years. Included in your break is a return coach Following your day at Bletchley Park, it’s back journey and entry into Bletchley Park, just 45 to the hotel for a relaxing evening and dinner minutes’ drive away. Once the home of the at the Bridge Restaurant with the group. The Second World War codebreakers, you’ll have next day starts with a delicious breakfast, six hours to explore the mansion where the followed by an opportunity to explore the first codebreakers were based, find out how beautiful university city of Cambridge. messages were intercepted and decoded, and *Price from £199pp based on two sharing on a learn how this top-secret work changed the half-board basis. course of the war. Single supplement rooms are available on For a small additional fee you can also visit request at an additional £50. the National Museum of Computing, home to the world’s largest collection of working To book, call Just for Groups on 01603 historic computers. From the Turing-Welchman 886740, quoting ‘Boundless Break’. Bombe and Colossus, both used during Bletchley Park’s heyday in the 1940s, through For more information, visit the large systems and mainframes of the boundless.co.uk/bletchley Fifties to the Seventies, to the rise of personal

10 Taking a punt on Cambridge Avoid the stress and cost of city driving and parking with the local park-and-ride service. The nearest parking site is at Madingley, just six miles from the hotel, and you can park for up to 18 hours. Cambridge itself has a multitude of famous colleges and attractions worthy of your attention, including King’s College (above), the Fitzwilliam Museum and the Royal Botanical Gardens – 40 acres of gorgeous green space owned by the university. Swot up on your horticultural knowledge or just take in the wonders of this arcadian paradise at your leisure. The best way to see the city is, of course, from the River Cam. Try your hand in a punt or perhaps take a chauffeured punting tour – just sit back, relax and avoid any risk of falling in! How about a ride over to Newmarket, where you can visit the National Horse Racing Museum? Also under an hour’s drive away is the splendid Audley End. Built in the 17th century, it’s one of the country’s greatest Jacobean houses and was used as a secret-agent training centre during the Second World War. If you choose to add an additional night to your stay, don’t miss out on a trip to the Imperial War Museum at Duxford, Europe’s largest aviation museum. There are several permanent displays, including one devoted to the Battle of Britain, where you can see original Hurricanes, a Spitfire and a Messerschmitt.

11 Cheltenham Chase Hotel Autumn Break

1 – 4 OCTOBER 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Delta by Marriott Hotel, Brockworth ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 3 PRICE: £207pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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This family friendly hotel makes an ideal base pool, hot tub and gym. A 20% discount on an for exploring the regency town of Cheltenham extensive range of spa treatments is available and cathedral city of Gloucester. Situated to our guests booked on this break. conveniently between the two at the foot of *Price £207pp based on two sharing on a half- the Cotswold Hills, there’s no better place to board basis. One child under 16 can stay for free spend a relaxing autumn weekend. in their parents’ room on a B&B basis. For keen walkers, the Cotswold Way provides Single supplement rooms available on request at plenty of local routes to explore, including an additional £105. Cleeve Hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds. You’ll find the views simply breathtaking. Room held by providing valid credit card details. No deposit taken and cancellation Cheltenham racecourse and Cotswold Hill Golf up until 24 hours before arrival. Full balance Club are just a few miles away. Hop on the to be paid on departure. bus from outside the hotel to the racecourse where you can also join the 14-mile heritage To book, call the hotel on 01452 519988, then Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. choose option 2, followed by option 1. When Enjoy a three-course meal each evening with you get through to Reservations, quote the group in the hotel restaurant, where you ‘1 – 4 October 2021 Boundless’. can take in the views over Cooper’s Hill, an SSSI nature reserve. Relax in Reflections Leisure For more information, visit Club, free to guests, with its indoor swimming boundless.co.uk/chase

12 Cheltenham and the Cotswolds Make sure you drop into Cotswold Motoring Museum in the pretty village of Bourton-on-the Water. Owned by Boundless, a visit to the museum (pictured above) provides a fascinating journey through the history of 20th-century motoring. With an impressive collection of rare vehicles and classic memorabilia, you’ll be enthralled by this nostalgic glimpse into life on the road the way it used to be. Cheltenham boasts a strong heritage and some impressive architecture. The best way to see it is on one of the town’s walking tours, which highlight the most notable buildings and monuments, history and more. If you enjoy relaxing in green spaces, Cheltenham has many beautiful parks and gardens. Make sure you stop by the statue of Gustav Holst, composer of The Planets Suite, in the town’s Imperial Gardens.

13 The Beautiful Lake District

17 – 21 OCTOBER 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 3-star Cumbria Grand Hotel, Grange-over-Sands ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £249pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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Autumn is a beautiful time of year to explore Lakeland Motor Museum is home to a the Lake District, and the Cumbria Grand Hotel fascinating collection of classic vehicles and in Grange-over-Sands makes the perfect base motoring memorabilia and is an essential stop for your adventures out and about. for motoring historians. The restaurant specialises in local produce and Kendal, Grasmere, Bowness, Ambleside and a tasty breakfast each morning will set you up Keswick are all nearby, along with some of the for the day ahead, when you’ll be free to spend UK’s finest scenery and walking opportunities. your time as you wish. Local attractions include *Price from £249pp based on two people Holker Hall and Gardens, Sizergh Castle and the sharing on a half board basis. Single- nearby village of Cartmel, famous for its sticky supplement rooms available on request at an toffee pudding. additional £69. Railway buffs will enjoy a trip on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway. This To book, call Greatdays Holidays on 0161 928 picturesque line offers fabulous views along 3242, quoting ‘NBUA114245 – Lake District 2’. the side of Lake Windermere, where you can pick up a Windermere steamer which will take For more information, visit you to Bowness and Ambleside. boundless.co.uk/cumbria

14 Taking the waters If you’re planning a cruise on one of the Ullswater steamers (pictured above), why not explore the lake at your own pace by hiring a boat yourself? Rowing or motorised boats are available, depending on how energetic you’re feeling. You’ll also find watersports centres at Windermere, Coniston and Derwentwater. On the western side of Lake Windermere, the Beatrix Pottery Gallery is an enchanting attraction where the author’s magical stories about Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck and Squirrel Nutkin are brought to life.

15 Potters Midweek Festival Break

29 NOVEMBER – 3 DECEMBER 2021 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 5-star Potters Resort Coast Resort, Hopton-on-Sea, Norfolk ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £399pp* Single occupancy

TYPE: All-inclusive/ Full-board

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Join us once again the fabulous 5-star Potters has its own bathroom facilities, a huge double Resort holiday village on the beautiful Norfolk fridge stocked with beers, wines and soft coast at Hopton-on-Sea. drinks and a large-screen TV streaming live entertainment from around the resort. You’ll be staying for four nights full-board with almost everything included in the price. The And don’t forget to visit the Garden Bar, a brand resort offers some great menus featuring the new space designed specifically with comfort best in British food – help yourself to as much and safety in mind for guests. or as little as you wish. *Boundless price £399pp based on two sharing Our spacious Garden and Gallery Restaurants a Standard Bungalow – this is a £70 discount on are open with table service and social distancing brochure price. Early booking is encouraged, in operation, so everyone can enjoy their food especially if you’d like to book an accessible and relax at their own designated table. room. Single rooms subject to availability and supplements are dependent on upgrades. Why not upgrade with trusted friends into one Bungalows and hotel upgrades also available. of our new ‘safe as it gets’ private lounges? You’ll be served by your waiter and can enjoy To book, call Potters Holidays on 03333 your very own dinner-party style evening at 207418 quoting ‘Boundless’. the time of your choosing. Your private lounge allows your party of four or more (six or more For more information, visit on our Summer Family Breaks) to dine in your boundless.co.uk/sbh-pottersresort own secure environment. Each private lounge

16 What you thought

This is our fourth visit to Potters – the special price for Boundless members makes it irresistible. Alan Larret

Great dining with fellow members and we enjoyed the entertainment. DF Lorford

Getting to know Norfolk There are plenty of sandy beaches to explore nearby but, if you want to venture away from your holiday village, the seaside towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft are just a short bus ride away. For those who enjoy spending time on the water, the Norfolk Broads offer access by boat to various locations – even all the way to the city of Norwich.

17 Oxford, City of Dreaming Spires

18 – 20 MARCH 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Oxford Spires Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 2 PRICE: £174pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Additional night

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Join us in March for a two-night city adventure a stroll away from Magdalen College you’ll in historic Oxford. A weekend of exploring find the Botanic Garden, a calming oasis in the and relaxation awaits at the popular 4-star centre of the city. Blenheim Palace is just a Oxford Spires Hotel, set in beautiful parkland short trip out of town and those in need of a alongside the River Thames. little retail therapy will enjoy a trip to Bicester Shopping Village. The surrounding water meadows and paddocks make for a wonderfully scenic river walk to *Price from £174pp based on two sharing the city centre. Buses are also available from half board. Upgrade to a deluxe room for £30 outside the hotel, so you can get around the per room per night. Single supplement rooms city with ease. available on request at £220. Sunday evening can be booked for an additional cost. Please Oxford has many wonderful visitor attractions note parking is £10 per car per night. – including gardens, museums, colleges and historic buildings – and delving into the history To book, call the Oxford Spires Hotel on 01865 of the 1000-year-old castle is a good place to 324324 or email [email protected], start your tour of this wonderful city. quoting booking code ‘BNL’. Oxford is, of course, one of the oldest and most celebrated university cities in the world. Many For more information, visit of the colleges are open to the public and just boundless.co.uk/sbh-abingdonroad

18 What you thought

Quality hotel in nice quiet surroundings Everything was better than expected, with an amazing atmosphere and good wonderful. Meeting friends over the food. Close enough to walk into Oxford weekend was superb and the hotel’s along the riverside path. rooms, food and location were excellent. Chris Jarvis John Griffiths

Get inspired in Oxford Oxford is one of the oldest and most celebrated university cities in the world, but there are many other reasons why this beautiful city attracts over nine million visitors each year. Oxford is also known for its museums including the Ashmolean, world famous for its art and archaeology. Another must-see is the University Museum of Natural History, which started life as the university’s centre for scientific study but is now open to the public. You can get up close to thousands of rocks, minerals, fossils and zoological exhibits. Truly unmissable is the amazing Pitt Rivers Museum, where you’ll find Japanese masks, Tahitian mourning clothes, Inuit parkas, African pottery, Hawaiian feather cloaks… The list goes on, and it’s a fascinating collection, well worth a visit.

19 NEW BREAK! Historic Chester

25 – 29 APRIL 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star DoubleTree By Hilton Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £260pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Additional night

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The hotel is part of Hoole Hall, an 18th-century *Price £260pp based on two sharing a double manor house which has a smart modern or twin room on a half-board basis. Additional extension with 12 acres of landscaped gardens night £70 per room bed and breakfast for and plenty of parking. The popular club and spa one person in a double room or £80 if double next door can be pre-booked at extra cost. occupancy. Supplement of £40 per night applies for single occupancy of a double room – this You’re ideally situated just outside Chester hotel has no single rooms. Upgrade to a Deluxe with a bus service into town so it’s easy to room for £20 supplement per room per night. explore this historic city. Full contact and card details required when you The famous zoo is less than 10 minutes’ book. No deposit will be taken at that time – drive, it’s 15 minutes to the racecourse or a balance due two weeks before your break starts. bit further afield you’ll find Cheshire Oaks Cancel free of charge any time before then. shopping centre. National Trust properties nearby include Erdigg Hall and Chirk Castle – To book, call the DoubleTree by Hilton on both make a great day out. 01244 408810 from Monday to Saturday, Whether you spend your time in Chester or 8.30am – 5.30pm, quoting ‘GGBSB’. explore the surrounding area, we look forward (Unfortunately this code was incorrect in the printed to you and your fellow Boundless members version of the this booklet) joining us for this hosted group break. For more information, visit boundless.co.uk/sbh-chester

20 The best of Chester Chester is an ancient place and its historic streets – protected by the most complete city walls in Britain – are fascinating to explore. The River Dee meanders through the heart of the city and makes a relaxing riverside walk with its picturesque bridges. The city’s cathedral is well worth a visit, and shopping lovers will won’t want to the world-famous Rows, black and white half-timbered buildings with splendid two-tier medieval galleries (above). Chester Zoo is a popular attraction – there are 125 acres of zoological gardens and some 35,000 animals to see. You can also learn about some critically endangered species, such as orangutans, lemurs and lions. If you fancy a trip to a National Trust property, Erdigg Hall and Chirk Castle are nearby, and Tatton Park is 40 minutes away by car. With its 50 acres of landscaped gardens, it makes a lovely day out and the estate’s Stables Restaurant is available for coffee or lunch.

21 Springtime in Bournemouth

2 – 6 MAY 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 3-star Marsham Court Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £280pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Additional night

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Come and enjoy the fresh sea air in the lovely *Price from £280pp based on two sharing town of Bournemouth. There’s always a warm half-board. Sea-view rooms carry a supplement welcome at the Marsham Court Hotel, with its of £20 per night. Sea-view rooms with balcony charming seaside ambience. carry a supplement of £25 per room per night. Each morning you’ll be served a hearty To secure your booking, a £30 non-refundable breakfast, then you’re free to explore deposit is required, with the balance to be everything Bournemouth and the beautiful settled on departure. county of Dorset have to offer. The pier, beach and promenade are all within easy walking To book, call the Marsham Court Hotel on distance of the hotel and there’s plenty to keep 01202 552111, quoting ‘Boundless’. you interested in the surrounding area. For more information, visit A three-course dinner with coffee awaits every boundless.co.uk/sbh-marsham evening, followed by live music and dancing, games and quizzes. There’s something for everyone on this great break.

22 What you thought

An excellent weekend! Very good choice of hotel, such a pleasant and easy walk into the city centre. Everyone seemed to enjoy it by the buzz of chatter and laughter at mealtimes. Food very good. Staff very efficient and friendly. Mr and Mrs Hall

Excellent choice of venue. Perfect location to see and explore Oxford. Hotel staff and food very good. Rooms comfortable with everything we needed. Mr Shipton

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Out and about around Bournemouth In and around Torquay Bournemouth’s miles of golden sands and fine promenade walks are at their best in spring. And it’s a great There’splace to plenty use as toa basesee and for exploringdo on a break Dorset, in Torquay. its heritage Spend and an picture-postcard afternoon on the scenery. golf course, visit the Babbacombe Cliff Railway and Model Village or take a short drive out to Paignton Zoo. If you enjoy museums, just opposite your hotel on the East Cliff you’ll find the Russell-Cotes clifftop Stepmuseum into withthe Stone its four Age purpose-built at Kents Cavern. galleries, These one prehistoric of Bournemouth’s caves are notleading only attractions. the warmest Around in Britain the but an importantcounty you’ll part find of UNESCO’s a host of Englishother museums Riviera Globalfor everyone Geopark. with On interests your journey from undergrounddinosaurs and you’ll mummies discover 400to tanks million and years steam of engines! history at a site that was home to several types of prehistoric humans and Ice Age animals. For inspiration that will benefit both the mind and body, take a walk along one of the country’s largest Backrockeries, up in visit the sunshine,one of Bournemouth’s those hoping beautiful to take in Grade-2 a dose of listed Vitamin Victorian D have gardens, a choice and of 10head Blue to Flagthe Tropical beaches.Gardens at Take Alum a stroll Chine, in homethe sun to around a plethora Torquay’s of unusual bustling plants. town centre and pretty harbour, or step out further afield along the esplanade and 22 miles of local walks.

23 NEW BREAK! Elegant Harrogate

11 – 13 MAY 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Old Swan Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 2 PRICE: £165pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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Join us for a two-night break at the Old Swan *Price from £165pp based on two people Hotel in the Victorian spa town of Harrogate. sharing on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. With the beautiful Yorkshire Dales on the There is a charge of £7 per night for parking doorstep, this is a great location for exploring and £15 a night for single-occupancy rooms. the river valleys, hills and woodlands in the Upgraded rooms can be requested at a cost of surrounding countryside. £25 per room per night. There are a few rooms with walk-in showers and these are available on Dating back to the 1840s, the Old Swan is request. All rooms are dog friendly at an extra right in the centre of Harrogate and offers cost of £15 per night. A deposit of £30 must be comfortable accommodation and bags of paid on booking with the balance paid eight character. It was certainly good enough for weeks before your trip. Optional insurance is writer Agatha Christie – when she mysteriously available for £20 per person. disappeared for 11 days in 1926 it was here that she was eventually tracked down. There To book, call Just for Groups on 01603 are 136 traditionally styled en-suite bedrooms 886740, quoting ‘Boundless by CSMA overlooking the town or the peaceful hotel Harrogate 2022’. gardens and the magnificent Wedgewood restaurant, with its impressive glass ceiling, For more information, visit is where you’ll be served a three-course meal boundless.co.uk/sbh-harrogate with fellow members each evening.

24 Tales of the Dales Located in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, Harrogate was the place to be in the 1800s, when the high society of Victorian Britain would come to take the air and enjoy therapeutic spa treatments. People come to Harrogate today for similar reasons – relaxation and indulgence, plus some quality shopping and, of course, afternoon tea! Out and about, the Mercer Art Gallery and Royal Pump Room Museum are just a short walk from the hotel in the elegant Montpellier Quarter, the cultural heart of the town. The Grade 2 listed Valley Gardens are also nearby – well worth a visit for the charming Japanese garden. Out of town, head to RHS Harlow Carr gardens at Beckwithshaw, where you can wander through 58 acres of tranquil beauty getting inspiration for your own green space. Local spots such as the pretty town of Knaresborough and the beautiful Aysgarth Falls should be on your list and, if you’re feeling energetic, a ramble in the Yorkshire Dales should satisfy your wanderlust. The possibilities are endless!

25 The Beautiful Lake District

26 – 30 MAY 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 3-star Cumbria Grand Hotel, Lindale Road, Grange-over-Sands ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £275pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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Just a short drive from Lake Windermere and your journey aboard a historic Windermere close to the centre of the beautiful seaside steamer to Bowness and Ambleside. town of Grange-over-Sands, the Cumbria Grand The famous towns of the Lake District – Kendal, Hotel is a great base for exploring the Lakes. Grasmere, Bowness, Ambleside and Keswick The hotel’s restaurant boasts a varied menu – are all within easy reach, and a visit to brimming with local produce. After a hearty Buttermere (pictured right) offers some of the breakfast each morning your days will be free finest scenery and walking opportunities you’ll to spend as you wish. experience in the whole area. There are so many places to visit in this part of *Price from £275 pp based on two people the country, including Holker Hall and Gardens, sharing on a half board basis. Single- Sizergh Castle and the pretty nearby village of supplement rooms available on request at an Cartmel, famous for its sticky toffee pudding. additional £69. Motoring enthusiasts won’t want to miss a visit to the Lakeland Motor Museum, home To book, call Greatdays Holidays on 0161 928 to a unique collection of classic vehicles and 3242, quoting ‘NBUA114682 – Lake District’. motoring memorabilia. And what better way to travel than on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite For more information, visit Steam Railway? Take in the magnificent boundless.co.uk/sbh-grange-over-sands views all the way to the southern tip of Lake Windermere, from where you can continue

26 What you thought

We enjoyed the freedom of being able to make our own choice of outings each day. Good breakfast each morning, plus it was lovely to come back to an evening meal. Mr Bisby

Location was excellent, within easy reach of many attractions. Mr Marshall

Go your own way Rain or shine there’s plenty to do around the Lakes. Close to Windermere you’ll find Wray Castle – keen cyclists will enjoy the trail from the castle to Claife Heights, a gentle off-road route that takes around an hour and a half to ride, depending on how often you stop to look at the beautiful views. Or go on a journey of underwater discovery at the Lakes Aquarium, home to the UK’s largest collection of freshwater fish. You can get to the aquarium by boat from Bowness or Ambleside with Windermere Lake Cruises or catch a steam train on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway.

27 South Devon and the English Riviera

6 – 10 JUNE 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 3-star TLH Toorak Hotel, Torquay ON REQUEST Room upgrade Single occupancy NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £212pp* Additional night TYPE: Half-board

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Join us for a seaside break in Devon at the *Price from £212 based on two sharing on a 3-star TLH Toorak hotel. Just 400 yards from half-board basis. Additional night available on the seafront at Torquay, this is a great location Sunday 5 June at £42 per person on the same for exploring the English Riviera. half-board basis. Single rooms with half board are also available at £212 per person. Single If you join us for the additional Sunday night occupancy of a double or twin room is £15 extra (see right), you’ll be well placed to attend the per night. English Riviera Airshow in nearby Paignton, scheduled for 4/5 June. A deposit of 10% is required at the time of booking, with full payment required 28 days The hotel has a programme of daily activities, before arrival. Room upgrades are also available a choice of bars, nightly entertainment and at £6 extra per person per night for a Riviera complimentary leisure facilities, including a 25m Front room and £10 extra per person per night heated indoor swimming pool, outdoor pool with for a south facing Terrace room. sun terrace, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. Some additional leisure activities – including the gym To book, call the private reservations and spa, are also available at extra cost. department at the Toorak Hotel on 01803 Whether you spend your time in Torquay or go 400500, quoting booking ID number ‘42630’. further afield, there’s plenty to see and do on this hosted group break. We look forward to you For more information, visit joining us and your fellow Boundless members. boundless.co.uk/sbh-riviera

28 What you thought

Very enjoyable and outstanding value for money. The food was of a consistently high standard and the staff were friendly and helpful. We’d like to thank the organisers for an excellent break and hope to go on another similar break in the future. Mr Glover

Great hotel and organisation. Lovely four-night break at a good rate. Mr Mayger

That Riviera Touch There’s plenty to see and do in the area. Take a stroll along the esplanade to the town and harbour (pictured above) or step out further afield with 22 miles of local walks. How about spending an afternoon on the golf course, or visiting the country park at Cockington Court or Babbacombe Cliff Railway and Model Village? Maybe take a boat trip to Brixham, head out on a short drive to Paignton Zoo or bask in the sun on one of Torbay’s 10 Blue Flag beaches. With many excellent National Trust properties including Greenway – once home to Agatha Christie – and Castle Drogo, plus the Dartmoor whisky distillery and Tamar Valley, there are so many ways you can spend your days on this break.

29 Windsor and the Royal Castle

10 – 12 JUNE 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Holiday Inn Maidenhead/Windsor ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 2 PRICE: £199pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Additional night Pet-friendly rooms

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A two-night royal adventure awaits you in surroundings of Syon Park, designed by Windsor. Included in your break is a return Capability Brown, and visit the Royal Botanic coach trip to the centre of historic Windsor and Gardens at Kew, just across the Thames. entry to the castle. Home to the royal family *Price from £199pp based on two sharing on for over 1000 years, Windsor is where the a half-board basis. Additional night £80 per Queen spends most of her private weekends person or £95 for a single person with room nowadays. So, who knows, you may be in supplement. luck with a sighting! The Holiday Inn is also a great base for visiting the other nearby royal To book, call Just for Groups on 01603 residences of Hampton Court, home to Henry 886740, quoting ‘Boundless by CSMA Windsor VIII, and Kensington Palace, where Queen Castle break’. Victoria was born in 1819. Just a short drive or train journey away, you For more information, can spend an afternoon in the beautiful visit boundless.co.uk/sbh-queen

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Windsor – within these walls Windsor is host to many formal state events, ceremonial occasions and visits from foreign dignitaries. St George’s Hall makes a spectacular setting for a state banquet, when a table seating 160 guests is decorated with porcelain and silver gilt from the Royal Collection. Since 1660, Windsor Castle has also performed its own changing of the guard. To this day, this event takes place in the quadrangle outside the Royal Apartments when the Queen is in residence. During the Second World War, the castle was used as a royal air-raid shelter. Security was tightened, windows were blacked out and staff were relocated from Buckingham Palace. The roof above the children’s room, where Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret were staying, was strengthened, chandeliers were lowered to floor level to prevent damage and important works of art were removed for safe keeping. However, driving daily to London and returning to Windsor each night was a closely guarded secret. It was considered good for morale to report that the King was staying full-time at Buckingham Palace.

31 Lovely Llandrindod, Heart of Wales

27 JUNE – 1 JULY 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Metropole Hotel and Spa ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £224pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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We invite you to join us in scenic mid-Wales, stroll to enjoy the scenery, then visit one of the staying at the 4-star Victorian Metropole Hotel cafés for coffee and home-made cake. and Spa. In the evenings after dinner retire to the hotel bar and lounge or perhaps take a stroll *Price from £224 per person for the four-night round the nearby lake. A local Welsh choir will be stay based on two people sharing a Classic Plus performing on one evening and there’s a disco to twin or double room on a half-board basis. look forward to on your last night. Upgrade to a spacious Superior twin or double room at £244pp. A limited number of single Discover the history of Llandrindod by visiting rooms are available at £264 or one person local museums, take a walk along the Heritage staying in a Classic double at £324. A £20 per Trail or around the lake and woodland, or how person non-refundable deposit is required to about a trip on the Heart of Wales train, which secure the booking – balance due on checkout. runs between Swansea and Shrewsbury? A short drive away is the scenic Elan Valley To book, call the hotel on 01597 823700, (right) with its dams and reservoirs in an area quoting ‘Boundless CSMA June 2022’. of outstanding natural beauty. Walk some of the 80 miles of trails which vary from flat to For more information, visit challenging or drive to each one, take a gentle boundless.co.uk/sbh-llandrindod

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More to explore You can see local craftsmen at work at the Welsh Royal Crystal workshop in Rhayader, and Gigrin Red Kite Feeding Station is a popular destination for photographers and nature lovers. Further afield, there are more than 30 bookshops in Hay-on-Wye, plus some excellent National Trust properties including Powis Castle, Berrington Hall and Croft Castle. The town of Brecon has a lovely cathedral and there are boat cruises available along the canal. Head to Aberystwyth on the coast to take a trip on the Victorian Cliff Railway and the steam-hauled, narrow-gauge Vale of Rheidol Railway for the scenic journey to Devil’s Bridge.

33 The Royal Victoria Hotel, Snowdonia

1 – 5 AUGUST 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Single occupancy NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £299pp*

TYPE: Half-board

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Stay in the heart of Snowdonia National Park hikes are all on your doorstep and providesome at the Royal Victoria Hotel in Llanberis at the some amazing scenery. As well as craft shops base of Mount Snowdon. As well as full Welsh and cafés in Llanberis, don’t miss the Honey breakfasts we’ll be dining each evening as a Farm shop in the high street with locally group, choosing from a three-course menu with produced honey and meads. a welcome drink on the first evening. Whether you decide to spend all your time in There’s lots to do within walking distance – Llanberis or explore the surrounding area too, including a stroll to the historic Dolbadarn we look forward to you joining us and your Castle in the hotel’s grounds – and much more fellow Boundless members. to explore beyond. Perhaps take a trip on the *£299 per person for the four-night stay based Snowdon Mountain Railway (pictured right) – on two sharing a double or twin room on a the views from the visitor centre at the summit half-board basis. A supplement of £25 per night are just breathtaking. Railway buffs will also applies for single occupancy of a double room. enjoy a ride on the Llanberis Lake Railway in The deposit for this break is £30 per person with carriages pulled by vintage steam engines. the balance due eight weeks before arrival. The Welsh National Slate Museum in Dinorwic To book please contact Just For Groups on Slate Quarry, and Padarn Country Park with 01603 886740, quoting ‘GAOLLR5’. its miles of trails from easy to challenging are also just a walk away. Gentle strolls like the For more information, visit boundless.co.uk/ Llanberis Heritage Trails or more challenging sbh-snowdon

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Action and adventure in Snowdonia If you’re looking for something different, the Watersports Centre on Padarn Lake provides supported swimming, paddle-boarding and kayaking. At nearby Vivian Quarry there’s scuba diving offering fantastic visibility all year round, a perfect location for novice and more experienced divers. A short drive away, Plas y Brenin Activity Centre offers taster experiences as well as full activity days including climbing, canoeing and dry-slope skiing. If you’d prefer to keep your feet firmly on the ground, other attractions within easy driving distance are Caernarfon Castle, a dramatic 13th-century medieval fortress, or the spectacular Swallow Falls. Wherever you decide to spend your days, if you’re passing through the village of Betws-y-Coed, don’t go by without stopping in for a cuppa at the rather unique Ugly House Tearoom!

35 The Abbey Hotel, Great Malvern

AVAILABLE TO BOOK 14 – 18 AUGUST 2022 ON REQUEST 4-star Abbey Hotel Accessible rooms Room upgrade Single occupancy NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £276pp* Additional night TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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Treat yourself to a stay at the 4-star Abbey *Price £276pp based on two sharing a double or Hotel at the base of Worcestershire’s Malvern twin Traditional room on a half-board basis. Hills, with views over the Vale of Evesham. Limited number of single rooms available at £336 The quaint spa town of Great Malvern, with its for the four-night stay. Single supplement of £30 per Gothic Victorian railway station, steep streets, night applies for single occupancy of a double room. small shops and cafés, is a fascinating place Thursday night can be added (subject to to explore. Right next door to the hotel is the availability) at a set room rate of £85 bed and 15th-century Abbey Gatehouse, which houses breakfast for single occupancy and £95 bed and the Museum of Local History. Adjacent to this is breakfast for double occupancy. the Priory, founded in 1085, with its beautiful archtecture. A short walk away are Priory Park Upon booking full contact information with card and the renowned Malvern Theatres, where you details must be given but no deposit will be taken can enjoy theatrical productions, films and a at that time. Full balance to be paid three weeks drink at the popular bar. before the start date of your break which is then non-refundable. Motoring fans should book ahead for a tour of the Morgan Motor Company and off-roaders To book please contact Abbey Hotel may fancy putting their skills to the test at Reservations on 01684 892332, quoting Eastnor Land Rover Experience. booking code ‘140822BOUN’. Guests have free access to the sauna, gym and For more information, visit pool across the park at the leisure complex. boundless.co.uk/sbh-worcestershire

36 The marvellous Malverns and more Whether you’re interested in a gentle stroll along the ridge from the car parks or an energetic trek up from the hotel into the Malvern Hills, the area is a great destination for walkers of all ages and abilities. Nearby the Teme Valley also offers an excellent range of walks in glorious countryside. Other local attractions include Chase Distillery (vodka and gin), Westons Cider Mill, Lovells and Three Choirs Vineyards, Croome Court (National Trust), The Firs (Elgar Museum National Trust), Eastnor Castle, Museum Of Royal Worcester (porcelain), the historic Worcester Commandery and Picton Garden.

37 NEW BREAK! Blissful Bournemouth

12 – 16 SEPTEMBER 2022 AVAILABLE TO BOOK 4-star West Cliff Hotel ON REQUEST Accessible rooms Room upgrade NO OF NIGHTS: 4 PRICE: £275pp* Single occupancy TYPE: Half-board Pet-friendly rooms

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Four nights on the south coast await you on There are 83 well-appointed bedrooms with this seaside break at Bournemouth’s West Cliff light and airy décor, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs Hotel in September. and wonderfully comfy beds to guarantee you a peaceful night’s sleep. In the morning, a full Centrally located and just a short walk buffet breakfast will set you up for whatever from Bournemouth’s renowned sandy you have planned for the day ahead – maybe beach – recently voted the best in the UK by a trip to the beach, relaxing by the pool or TripAdvisor – this lovely spa hotel has much touring the beautiful county of Dorset. to offer its guests. The West Cliff’s family swimming pool overlooks the hotel’s lovely *Price£275pp based on two sharing a double/ gardens and its adults-only spa pool, Jacuzzi, twin room. Single occupancy of a double room steam room and aromatherapy room offer the £10pp per night. £40 non-refundable to secure ultimate in relaxation at a small extra cost. booking. Full balance to be paid on arrival. You’ll be treated to a three-course dinner each To book, call West Cliff Hotel on 01202 night in the hotel’s contemporary brasserie – 751000, quoting ‘Boundless Stay’. you can also dine al fresco on the terrace on request – and some great entertainment is For more information, please visit lined up for two nights of your stay. boundless.co.uk/sbh-blissful

38 Bournemouth – the beach and beyond Bournemouth became known as a spa destination in 18th century and Londoners flocked here when they needed to get out of the capital. People do much the same today and the town’s famous beach stretches for seven miles from Sandbanks in the east to Hengistbury Head in the west. It’s a great place for a stroll and there are many attractions you can enjoy with your friends or family. The town is also known for its lovely gardens and the beachfront Boscombe Chine Gardens, originally landscaped by the Victorians, have a café and mini-golf. Further afield is the open-air Bournemouth Aviation Museum where you can sit in the cockpit of a 1959 Vulcan Bomber, which arrived at the museum in 2003 after long service with the RAF. The museum also pays tribute to Palmair, a local airline which began with a single flight to Palma in 1958 before going on to operate to 10 European airports until 2011.

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