Doortodoor Holidays & Short Breaks in Britain and Europe 30 NEW TOURS for 2014

Quality DoortoDoor Holidays & Short Breaks in Britain and Europe 30 NEW TOURS FOR 2014

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tel: 01298 871 222 1 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk • Tel: 01298 871222 Welcome to Holidays 2014

Whether you’re looking for sightseeing, scenery, seaside or cities (or just a well-earned break!), we offer a fantastic selection of tours. Inside our latest brochure you’ll find some wonderful coach holidays and short breaks both in the UK and Europe together with holidays by air. On behalf of all Andrew’s Booking Staff and Driver/Couriers we wish you all a very happy holiday in 2014!

offer a small selection of holidays by air. If you have Value for Money any suggestions, however small, in ways that we can Please remember that many of the items that are improve our service, or can suggest destinations you often provided at an extra cost with other tour would like us to include in future programmes please operators are included in our holiday price. Our call in or telephone to discuss them with us. tour prices are clearly laid out – most include free Your comfort, safety and financial excursions and half board. Many tours include security entrance fees (in some cases over £ 60.00 in value) These are of the greatest importance to us. Over The ‘Entrances included’ symbol denotes these the last two years we have invested over a million tours. When comparing prices please remember that pounds in brand new touring vehicles. Our coaches these items may only be available at a significant are regularly serviced and kept in tip-top condition by extra cost with some other tour operators. For our own skilled engineering team. Equipped with air example, many European flight packages do not About us conditioning, reclining seats, onboard toilet and hot/ include any excursions whilst you are in resort which We’re a long-established (82 years), well organised cold drinks servery, they will convey you in comfort can add a very large sum to the final cost of your family-owned and run company offering a personal, and style. Our careful and experienced drivers are holiday. Best of all you don’t have to pay to take caring and friendly service to all customers. We waiting to welcome you on board! YOUR MONEY IS your luggage or to pre-book your seat. Add to this have a huge range of product knowledge at our SAFE WITH ANDREW’S. All monies paid to us are the savings and convenience of our ‘Door-to-Door’ fingertips. Your holiday will be escorted by one or protected by HCC Passenger Protection Insurance service and you can see why we think an Andrew’s more of our team of friendly, expert drivers and coach Door to Door Pick up Service on all tour offers you such unbeatable value! travel will be on one of our own carefully maintained, holidays Easy to book comfortable vehicles. Our free ‘Door to Door’ service makes the perfect If you have any queries or wish to make a booking About our holidays start (and finish) to a stress-free holiday and, as we please do not hesitate to contact us either by With destinations throughout the UK and Europe, are a local company, there will never be an instance telephone (01298 871222) or by calling in at our covering everything from city breaks to scenic where you have to travel many miles (and many travel offices. Join us for a coffee and we will be tours, seaside holidays to shopping, we aim to hours) to reach your touring coach! On our tours delighted to show you our vehicles and facilities. Our make sure we can offer a holiday to suit everyone! your holiday really does start from the moment travel offices are situated at our business premises at We provide different types of accommodation you leave your door. See back page for details of the junction of the A623 and the B6049 just outside from small, comfortable, family-owned hotels to the designated areas for our door to door service. Tideswell. 4 star luxury – all are carefully chosen to offer our Discounts available if you prefer to meet at a customers good service and excellent value. We central point. (see back page for details)

ANDREW’S UNLIMITED LOYALTY BONUS SCHEME WHY CHOOSE AN ANDREW’S HOLIDAY?

After fourteen years, as a reward to our many loyal customers who take more • An excellent choice of holidays, short breaks and weekend breaks than one holiday a year with us, we are pleased to continue our Loyalty Bonus • Door to Door service on all holidays for pick-ups in our designated zone Scheme. This scheme gives you substantial savings in return for your continued (see back page for details) loyalty to Andrew’s of Tideswell and applies to all departures between January • Reductions available for central pick-up points 2014 and December 2014 • Feeder service operated to minimise time spent on coach Our Loyalty Scheme operates as • Free parking at our garage should you wish to leave your car whilst on follows: holiday On your 2nd holiday booking you will • (Cars parked at owner’s risk) receive £5.00 off per person • Reserved seat on our Executive Coach fitted with lap belts, reclining On your 3rd holiday booking you will seats W.C., hot & cold drinks and air conditioning receive £10.00 off per person • Free well-planned free excursions on most holidays (see holiday pages On your 4th holiday booking you will for details) receive £15.00 off per person • Entrance fees to attractions included on many holidays On your 5th holiday booking you will • Services of trained, caring and friendly booking staff and drivers / receive £20.00 off per person couriers. PLUS £ 20.00 off every • Financial security - all monies paid to us are protected by HCC subsequent holiday booking Passenger Protection Insurance • Help the environment – coach travel is the greenest form of travel for short haul holidays and it’s better to have 50 people travelling together HOW TO CLAIM YOUR LOYALTY BONUS: - on one vehicle than all in separate cars! Simply book your holiday direct with Andrew’s of • Safety – coaches are seven times safer per mile than a car Tideswell Ltd for a 2014 holiday. Please note that • Your enjoyment – no airport queues, stressful driving etc. – just sit back, the scheme only applies to holidays departing enjoy the view and the friendly atmosphere on board whilst someone between January and December 2014. When you else does all the work! book your holiday claim your loyalty bonus by informing us on your booking • Value for money – our customers appreciate the financial advantages form the booking references of other holidays booked. We will then deduct the offered by group purchasing for hotel accommodation and tourist appropriate amount from your final invoice for each holiday you take. The offer attractions and our clear, inclusive pricing means you will not be faced applies to all Andrew’s 2014 holidays except group bookings where bonus or with hidden costs or taxes free places have been given. Each holiday must be booked by the same named • Professional, personal, friendly service from a local family company person and is not transferable. If you or we cancel any holiday the discounts will with 80 years experience be re-calculated accordingly. At no time will cash be returned as part of a bonus. • If you still need convincing, ask one of our 1000’s of happy existing customers 2 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk HOW TO BOOK/TRAVEL INSURANCE

Office opening hours: Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 5.30pm. How to Book… Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED Enquiries and reservations should be made at our office at: We are pleased to receive telephone reservations that are normally held for 7 days. Andrew’s of Tideswell Ltd. Anchor Garage. Receipt of booking form, relevant deposit and insurance (if required) will confirm your booking. PAYMENT CAN BE MADE BY CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT CARD OR TIDESWELL, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 8RB CREDIT CARD (THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR DEBIT CARD PAYMENT HOWEVER Telephone: 01298 871222 Fax: 01298 872412 CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO A 2% FEE) You will receive an invoice within 21 days of receipt of your booking form, showing the date that your E-mail: [email protected] balance is due, which confirms your booking. You will receive your itinerary, luggage Web: www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk labels and pick up times approximately 10 days before you are due to travel. Bookings can also be made at selected Travel Agents - please ring for details if required.

CHILDREN’S REDUCTIONS- Children’s reductions are available on most PASSPORTS - If you are a British citizen travelling outside the United of our holidays, providing the child shares a room with two full fare-paying Kingdom or to Jersey you must have a full UK passport valid for a minimum of Customer passengers. Please enquire for details at our office. three months after your scheduled date of return.

NEXT OF KIN- We require a next of kin contact for all single travellers so we MINIMUM NUMBERS - We require a minimum number of passengers to Information can contact them should it be necessary. book in order to be able to operate tours from this brochure. In the event that INSURANCE - Insurance is NOT included in the holiday price but may we do not receive the minimum number of bookings, we reserve the right to ITINERARY - Included excursions are shown on each holiday page. be purchased as an optional extra on all British Holidays. Insurance is cancel the holiday. We will not make such a cancellation within 28 days from compulsory on all Worldwide, European, Jersey and Southern Ireland holidays. departure date. HOTEL CLASSIFICATION - We provide details on each holiday of the Insurance premiums are payable at the time of booking. Please see separate grading of the hotel used. The grading is based on the star classification section on Travel Insurance for more details. SMOKING POLICY - Bookings are accepted on the basis that smoking IS given in the country concerned. The grading system varies between countries, NOT permitted on our coaches. hence there will often be a difference between facilities and standards found WHERE TO GET ON OUR COACH - We offer a Door-to-Door service for all in hotels with a similar star grading but located in different countries. We aim holidays (see back page for details of our Door-to-Door area. Central pick-ups INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF YOUR TOUR to give up to date hotel classification details but must point out that hotel are also available at a discount (see back page for details). If you live outside * Coach travel throughout (except flying holidays) with a reserved seat. classifications may change without our knowledge. our pick-up area please ring us to discuss a pick-up point. * Services of your Driver/Courier who remains with you throughout your tour DISABLED PASSENGERS - We make a special effort to help disabled FREE CAR PARKING can be arranged at our garage premises if you wish to (with the exception of flying and cruising holidays) customers and if you tell us about your disability when you book your holiday join the coach there and leave your car for the duration of your holiday. (Cars * Hotel accommodation as specified (all bedrooms are with en suite facilities). it will help us to help you. It is not always possible for our driver to provide a are parked at owner’s risk). * VAT @ 20% on hotel accommodation and meals and zero-rated on coach sufficient level of care particularly in the case of single travellers with severe travel LUGGAGE- We request that each customer has one medium sized coach mobility problems and we advise that single travellers with such problems (We reserve the right to pass on any variation in the above taxes). weighing no more than 18kgs (40lbs). Where a holiday includes an overnight have a travelling companion to assist. * Door-to-door pick-ups. stay you may also wish to take a small overnight bag. WHEELCHAIRS AND MOBILITY SCOOTERS: - Transportation of * Excursions during your holiday (as specified on relevant holiday page). wheelchairs and scooters is at the passenger’s own risk and we cannot GROUP BOOKINGS- Group discounts are available depending on the size of * Entrance fees on some itineraries (see relevant holiday page) be held responsible for any damage to them. Passengers must be able to your group. If, as a group you have any special requirements we can arrange * Return ferry crossing, road tolls etc. assemble and dismantle their own scooters (into no more than 5 pieces) and specialised tours to suit your specific requirements. Smaller group bookings NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF YOUR HOLIDAY each piece must weigh no more than 40lbs. are always welcome on any of our tours. * Holiday Insurance (optional on British Tours, compulsory on World - wide, COACH SEATING- There is a seating plan of the coach for each holiday, but NEW FIRE REGULATIONS (from 1st October 2006): - Due to new Fire European, Jersey, and Southern Ireland holidays). it is possible that on occasions operational reasons will require a coach with Regulations all hotel customers MUST be able to use the stairs to get Please note if you choose not to take out our Insurance we will ask you to themselves downstairs in case of emergency. Lifts cannot be used in case of a different configuration to be used. We therefore reserve the right to alter sign an indemnity form fire and fire services will no longer be able to assist clients downstairs. a coach-seating plan and allocate seats other than those you have booked. Requests for particular seats can be made on most holidays when booking * Passport or Visa. SPECIAL REQUESTS- We make every effort to comply with special requests but because allocations are made on a first come, first served basis you are * Entrance Fees (except as stated on relevant holiday page). e.g. diet, ground or low floor rooms etc. Generally we find our hotels are very recommended to book early. * Items that are of personal nature i.e. drinks, telephone calls etc. helpful but we cannot guarantee such provision. Special requests must be * Optional excursions. notified to us at the time of booking and also be specified on your booking HEALTH & SAFETY ON HOLIDAY form. Please remember that bedroom allocation is the responsibility of the NATIONAL TRUST AND ENGLISH HERITAGE PROPERTIES Some people may be at risk from discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) hotel and we cannot guarantee the position of any hotel bedroom. if they remain immobile on a journey for a long period of time. If you are Some properties visited are National Trust or English Heritage – if you are a SINGLE ACCOMMODATION- Single accommodation is limited and we planning to undertake a coach journey of more than 3 hours you should member of either organisation and receive free entrance this must be stated advise anyone travelling on holiday alone to book early. Where hotels charge a consult your doctor if you have ever had DVT or pulmonary embolism, a family at the time of booking so that a reduction can be given (reductions will not be single supplement we have no alternative than to pass this on. We hope that history of clotting conditions, cancer or treatment for cancer, a stroke, heart or given after departure of holiday) where possible two friends travelling together will share twin accommodation. lung disease or if you have had major surgery in the past 3 months. During Once all single rooms are sold we may be able to offer a double room for the journey we will provide comfort stops as frequently as possible and during PLEASE SEE OUR PACKAGE TOUR BOOKING CONDITIONS IN THE single occupancy at a higher supplement these stops you are encouraged to get off the coach and walk around. CENTRE OF THIS BROCHURE FOR MORE INFORMATION

CHILD REDUCTIONS: CHILDREN AGED 2 - 15 ARE AT A Personal Holiday 50% REDUCTION IN PREMIUM Please note that all the above premiums include a Government Travel Insurance Insurance Premium Tax at 20%. We strongly recommend all clients arrange travel Personal Travel Insurance is optional on all British tours insurance. A Special Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme BUT COMPULSORY on all European, Jersey, Isle of Man and is available for all passengers travelling on our Ireland tours (we do however, strongly recommend insurance holidays which is arranged with ETI – International on British tours). You may arrange your own travel insurance Travel Protection (ERV), the UK branch of Europäische if you wish (we will ask you to sign an indemnity form if you Reiseverscherung AG, who are Licensed by the opt to arrange your own travel insurance). Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BAFIN We summarise below the details of the insurance cover – www.bafin.de) and approved by the Financial Conduct provided which also includes SPECIALITY ASSISTANCE LTD - Authority (FCA – www.fca.gov.uk) to undertake insurance 24-hour emergency service. The following is a brief summary (b) The Insured Person whose medical condition gives rise to a business in the UK. Should you wish to take advantage of the cover available. Full details of Cover, Policy Warranties claim : of our Holiday Travel Insurance please include the and Exclusions will be forwarded with your confirmation of (1) is receiving, or on a waiting list for, surgery, in-patient treatment appropriate premium when booking your holiday. booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the or investigations In a hospital, clinic or nursing home: or Policy Wording before booking should you wish to examine Andrews of Tideswell are an Appointed Representative of (2) is travelling against any health requirements stipulated by this in advance. ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated the carrier, their handling agents or any other public transport by the Financial Conduct Authority. Cancellation Up to £2,000 provider :or Medical Expenses & Repatriation Up to £1,000,000 (3) is travelling against the advice of a Medical Practitioner or for the DEMANDS AND NEEDS - This insurance policy will suit Curtailment & Hospital Benefit Up to £2,000 purposes of obtaining medical treatment abroad; or the demands and needs of an individual or group (where Luggage & Personal Money Up to £1,000 (Limit £200 any one article applicable) who have no excluded pre-existing medical , £200 in all valuables and £200 Personal Money) (4) has been given a terminal prognosis. conditions, are travelling in countries included within the policy Luggage Delay Up to £75 terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen Personal Liability Up to £1,000,000 2. All material facts must be disclosed to us. Failure to do so may events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, Personal Accident Up to £10,000 affect your rights under the policy. A material fact is a fact likely conditions and maximum specified claim limits. Loss of Passport Up to £200 to influence us in acceptance or assessment of the insurance IMPORTANT - We will not provide you with advice about the Legal Expenses Up to £25,000 (for example, your own state of health or that of a close relative). suitability of this product for your individual needs but will be Delayed Departure Up to £60 If you are in any doubt as to whether a fact is “material” then for happy to provide you with factual information. Missed Departure Up to £2000 your own protection it should be disclosed. Your insurance premium should be forwarded to us with your Fourteen Day Refund – Cooling Off Period Premium refund if policy not satisfactory. COOLING OFF PERIOD - You should read your policy holiday deposit in order to ensure that you are protected by immediately to ensure it meets with your requirements. If for any the coverage under the holiday cancellation section of the reason it does not it must be returned to the issuer of the policy insurance. The premiums required are as follows: - POLICY EXCESS - Loss of Deposit £10.00 increased to £30.00 within 14 days of the date of issue or prior to travel which ever is the for Cancellation, Medical Expenses, Curtailment, Hospital Benefit, sooner. Your money will be refunded in full, provided no claims have DESTINATION 1 2-3 4-5 6-8 9-10 11-17 Luggage, Personal Money and Legal Expenses. been made or incident likely to give rise to a claim has arisen. If you UK Tours £ 9.00 £ 15.50 £ 22.00 £ 27.25 £ 28.75 N/A IMPORTANT – HEALTH CONDITIONS cancel your policy after 14 days no refund will be given. Please note our Holiday Travel Insurance Scheme is only European Coach £10.00 £ 25.50 £ 35.25 £ 40.70 £ 43.90 £ 54.00 1. We shall not be liable for claims WHERE AT THE TIME OF available to United Kingdom Residents. Tours TAKING OUT THIS POLICY: Jersey N/A N/A £ 35.25 £ 40.70 N/A N/A (a) You are aware of any medical condition or set of circumstances CLAIMS - All claims should be made direct to Towergate Chase Ireland N/A £ 25.50 £ 35.25 £ 40.70 N/A N/A that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a claim Parkinson, P.O. Box 416, West Byfleet, Surrey, KT14 7YE (Telephone Scilly Isles £ 35.25 (for example the state of health of a close relative, business 0870 906 3144). associate or any person on whom your travel plans depend).

tel: 01298 871 222 3 2014 HOLIDAY SUMMARY Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page)

2014 Holiday Summary

Please find a summary of our 2014 Holidays in date order - full Reductions on holiday price for information for each holiday can be found on brochure page as shown. central pick up points. Please see back page of this brochure Our FREE DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE is included for all holidays for for full details of the Door to collection in our designated pick-up zone. Door Service.

Date Destination Days Price Page Date Destination Days Price Page January Mon 5th May NEW Boats & Trains of the Sat 18th Jan ‘Meet the Staff’ & Re-Union Weekend Highlands & Islands 5 days £409.00 34 at Daventry 2 days £109.00 8 Tue 6th May Scarborough, Whitby, Moors February & Castle Howard 5 days £345.00 15 Fri 14th Feb London Valentine Weekend 3 days £205.00 7 Fri 9th May London Weekend 3 days £209.00 7 Mon 17th Feb NEW Winter Warmer in the Isle of Sat 10th May NEW Swiss Lakes and Trains - Lucerne 8 days £819.00 47 Wight - Shanklin 5 days £285.00 14 Sun 11th May Tenby and The Scenic March Pembrokeshire Coast 6 days £469.00 26 Fri 14th Mar London Weekend 3 days £209.00 7 Fri 16th May Wisley, Hampton Court & Kew Palace & Gardens 3 days £239.00 10 Sun 16th Mar NEW Spring Highland Fling - Ballachulish 5 days £289.00 32 Sat 17th May NEW Delightful South West Fri 21st Mar Oxford, Inspector Morse & Ireland Explorer 6 days £499.00 44 Cotswolds Weekend 3 days £219.00 9 Mon 19th May Northern Landscapes - Mon 24th Mar NEW Springtime Durham Dales - Lakes & Yorkshire Dales 5 days £389.00 16 Bowes, Beamish 5 days £339.00 14 Fri 23rd May NEW Woburn Abbey, Railways & Canals 3 days £229.00 11 April Sun 25th May NEW Glorious Orkneys, Scenic Fri 4th Apr Cornwall Spring Flower Show Scotland & Mey Castle 6 days £525.00 35 & Cornish Coast 5 days £409.00 15 Mon 26th May Hexham, Northumbria, Mon 14th Apr NEW Oban, Mull & Iona Delights 5 days £369.00 33 Co Durham & Alnwick 5 days £429.00 16 Fri 18th Apr London Easter Weekend 4 days £275.00 7 June Fri 18th Apr NEW Dutch Bulb Fields and Amsterdam 4 days £389.00 47 Mon 2nd Jun NEW Fort William and Sat 19th Apr Bletchley Park & Imperial Small Isles of Eigg & Rum 5 days £419.00 36 War Museum Duxford 2 days £159.00 8 Tue 3rd Jun Sidmouth and South Devon 5 days £439.00 17 Sat 19th Apr Jersey by Air 5 days £479.00 50 Mon 9th Jun Torquay - English Riviera 5 days £329.00 17 Mon 21st Apr Llandudno, Anglesey, Snowdonia Fri 13th Jun London Weekend 3 days £215.00 7 & Welsh Coast 5 days £395.00 25 Sat 14th Jun Jersey by Air 8 days £665.00 50 Fri 25th Apr Delightful Durham Dales, Bowes & Hexham 4 days £309.00 12 Mon 16th Jun NEW Creeks, Cockles & Cockneys 5 days £395.00 18 May Sun 22nd Jun Isle of Wight - Shanklin 6 days £429.00 14 Fri 2nd May NEW Maritime Portsmouth, Sat 28th Jun Spectacular Orkneys & Shetland Isles 6 days £679.00 37 Mary Rose & South Coast 4 days £269.00 13 Mon 30th Jun Weymouth & Dorset Coast 5 days £339.00 18 Sat 3rd May Longleat, Oxford & The Cotswolds Weekend 3 days £209.00 10

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Date Destination Days Price Page Date Destination Days Price Page July Mon 29th Sep Scarborough, Whitby Mon 7th Jul Cumbrian Cavalade - Moors & Castle Howard 5 days £365.00 15 A Sightseeing Spectacular 5 days £409.00 19 October Mon 14th Jul NEW Ayrshire & Irish Jaunt Fri 3rd Oct NEW Cheltenham, Cotswolds to Titanic Centre Belfast 5 days £465.00 43 & Gloucester Delights 4 days £299.00 13 Sun 20th Jul Houses, Gardens, Orchards, Mon 6th Oct Criccieth, Scenic Wales Vines & Rail of Kent 5 days £379.00 19 & Welsh Highland Rail 5 days £329.00 26 Mon 28th Jul Llandudno, Anglesey, Tue 7th Oct Sidmouth & South Devon 5 days £409.00 17 Snowdonia & Welsh Coast 5 days £425.00 25 Thu 9th Oct 5 Lochs, Falkirk Wheel Tue 29th Jul Magnificent Outer Hebrides Odyssey 8 days £819.00 38 & Royal Yacht Britannia 5 days £419.00 42 Thu 31st Jul NEW St. Agnes Carnival, Gardens, Fri 10th Oct Blackpool Illuminations Weekend Lizard & Cornwall 8 days £629.00 20 – St Annes 3 days £219.00 9 August Mon 13th Oct Trains, Broads & Beautiful Fri 1st Aug London Weekend 4 days £279.00 7 Coast of Norfolk 5 days £379.00 24 Mon 4th Aug NEW Scotland’s Natural Wonders Mon 13th Oct Jersey by Air 5 days £465.00 50 & West Highland Rail 5 days £429.00 39 Mon 20th Oct Isles of Scilly by Air 5 days £709.00 24/50 Fri 8th Aug Edinburgh Military Tattoo 3 days £249.00 32 Fri 24th Oct London Weekend 3 days £225.00 7 Sat 9th Aug Jersey by Air 8 days £675.00 50 Sat 25th Oct Afternoon Tea with Wine Mon 11th Aug NEW Surprising London with a Difference 5 days £449.00 21 on the Orient Express 2 days £ 319.00 12 Mon 18th Aug Heart of England, Malvern & Worcester 5 days £409.00 25 Mon 27th Oct NEW Belgian Castle Gardens, Vineyards & Breweries 5 days £429.00 49 Fri 22nd Aug Edinburgh Military Tattoo 4 days £319.00 32 Fri 31st Oct Cathedral Cities & Kings Lynn Weekend 3 days £195.00 9 Sat 23rd Aug London Weekend 3 days £209.00 7 November Sun 24th Aug Isle of Wight - Shanklin 7 days £529.00 14 Mon 3rd Nov NEW Victorian Style Pre-Christmas Sun 24th Aug NEW Irish Grand Wanderer 7 days £659.00 45 in Blackpool 5 days £345.00 29 Sun 31st Aug NEW Treasures of Tuscany 11 days £999.00 48 Fri 7th Nov Thursford Christmas Spectacular September and Norwich 4 days £319.00 27 Mon 1st Sep Eastbourne, Sussex Coast and Downs 5 days £355.00 20 Mon 10th Nov NEW Scottish Highland Houseparty 5 days £299.00 28 Fri 5th Sep Castles of Kent Weekend 3 days £239.00 11 Fri 14th Nov Special Yorkshire Dales Sat 6th Sep Highlands, Speyside, Deeside and Rails Weekend 3 days £209.00 28 & Railway Explorer 5 days £399.00 40 Mon 17th Nov ‘Turkey & Tinsel’ in Llandudno 5 days £359.00 29 Mon 8th Sep Bournemouth, Dorset Coast Fri 21st Nov London Weekend 3 days £225.00 7 & New Forest 5 days £319.00 21 December Thu 11th Sep Small Isles, Skye & Marine Tue 2nd Dec ‘Turkey and Tinsel’ in Sidmouth Wildlife Cruise 7 days £619.00 41 and South Devon 5 days £355.00 29 Sun 14th Sep Isle of Man - Douglas 5 days £475.00 22 Fri 5th Dec NEW 3 in 1 Christmas Markets - Sun 14th Sep Delightful North Devon - Barnstable 5 days £439.00 22 Cheltenham/Bath/Birmingham 3 days £199.00 27 Thu 18th Sep Constable Country & Rural Fri 5th Dec NEW Rudesheim and Frankfurt Suffolk Delights 5 days £349.00 23 Christmas Markets 4 days £279.00 49 Sat 20th Sep Jersey by Air 8 days £609.00 50 Sat 6th Dec London Weekend 2 days £155.00 7 Sun 21st Sep NEW Looe - Houses, Abbeys Fri 12th Dec NEW 3 in 1 Christmas Markets - & Gardens of Cornwall 6 days £529.00 23 Chichester/Winchester/Salisbury 3 days £189.00 27 Mon 22nd Sep Llandudno, Anglesey, Tue 23rd Dec Christmas in St Annes 5 days £489.00 30 Snowdonia and Welsh Coast 5 days £425.00 25 Tue 23rd Dec NEW Christmas with In-House Panto Fri 26th Sep NEW Maritime Portsmouth, at Redworth Hall 5 days £529.00 30 Mary Rose & South Coast 4 days £269.00 13 Mon 29th Dec Hogmanay in Stirling Sat 27th Sep Afternoon Tea with Wine and Bonnie Scotland 5 days £509.00 31 on the Orient Express 2 days £319.00 13 Tue 30th Dec NEW New Year at Redworth Sun 28th Sep Spectacular North Irish Explorer 7 days £559.00 46 Hall & Durham 4 days £399.00 31

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tel: 01298 871 222 5 6 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page) ENGLISH WEEKENDS & SHORT BREAKS

ITINERARY A – 2 day GUOMAN TOWER HOTEL Day 1: A morning departure from your agreed pick-up point for your journey to London with a short tour of the Situated in the heart of a carefully restored area main sights on your route to your hotel. Arrive at your of London the splendour of The Tower of London, hotel mid afternoon - the rest of the day is at leisure. Tower Bridge, River Thames and St. Katherine’s Dock, provide a fascinating background to this 4 Star Day 2: After breakfast depart hotel approx. 9.30am Hotel. Most of the hotel’s bedrooms overlook one of and transfer to Park Lane, London. You have a day at the landmarks listed above. All executive bedrooms leisure and depart at 5.00pm for your journey home. are en suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser press and ITINERARY B – 3 day tea & coffee making facilities. There is a choice of Day 1: A morning departure from your agreed pick-up restaurants, bar and lounge with spectacular river point for your journey to London with a short tour of the views. main sights on your route to your hotel. Arrive at your hotel mid afternoon - the rest of the day is at leisure. DEPARTURE CODE ITINERARY NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Day 2: After breakfast you are free to enjoy the day as Fri 14 Feb 14 LWE1402 B 2 3 £205 you please. Fri 14 Mar 14 LWE1403 B 2 3 £209 Day 3: After breakfast depart hotel approx. 9.30am Fri 18 Apr 14 LWE1804 C 3 4 £275 and transfer to Park Lane, London. You have a day at (EASTER) leisure and depart at 5.00pm for your journey home. Fri 9 May 14 LWE0905 B 2 3 £209 ITINERARY C – 4 day Fri 13 Jun14 LWE1306 B 2 3 £215 Day 1: A morning departure from your agreed pick-up Fri 1 Aug 14 LWE0108 C 3 4 £279 point for your journey to London with a short tour of the Sat 23 Aug 14 LWE2308 B 2 3 £209 Luxury main sights on your route to your hotel. Arrive at your hotel mid afternoon - the rest of the day is at leisure. Fri 24 Oct 14 LWE2410 B 2 3 £225 London Weekends

Day 2: After breakfast you are free to enjoy the day as Fri 21 Nov 14 LWE2111 B 2 3 £225 © visitlondonimages/ britainonview/ Pawel Libera you please. Sat 6 Dec 14 LWE0612 A 1 2 £155 (including Easter and August Day 3: After breakfast you are free to enjoy the day as Bank Holiday weekends) you please. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Day 4: After breakfast depart hotel approx. 9.30am Single Room: £27.00 per night and transfer to Park Lane, London. You have a day at English Breakfast pre-booked by Andrews: leisure and depart at 5.00pm for your journey home. £ 8.00 per person per day (payable to Andrew’s) Deposit required: £50.00 SEE ALSO LONDON THEATRE & ATTRACTION WEEKENDS BELOW Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with Insurance premium required: £15.50 (2/3 day) en-suite facilities including buffet continental breakfast (see £22.00 (4 day) (payable with deposit) English Breakfast supplement below) and coach travel.

CONTINUING FOR 2014! WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER A BOOKING London Theatre SERVICE FOR THEATRE TICKETS AND ATTRACTIONS OF YOUR CHOICE FOR and Attractions Weekends ANY OF OUR LONDON WEEKENDS LISTED ABOVE GUIDELINE PRICES (BASED ON ADULT PRICES) Please find below a list of some of the shows SHOW / ATTRACTIONS GUIDELINE PRICES - PRICES WILL BE CONFIRMED ON PRICES WILL BE CONFIRMED ON BOOKING and attractions on offer and a guideline BOOKING price for top price tickets. Simply select a THE LONDON EYE: Adult: from £16.00 show or attraction and contact our office and Billy Elliott The Musical up to £68.00 we will endeavour to provide the tickets of The Bodyguard up to £68.00 MADAM TUSSAUDS: Adult: from £22.50 your choice. It may be advisable to choose Charlie & the Chocolate Factory up to £68.00 a couple of different shows as tickets are The Commitments up to £68.00 THAMES CIRCULAR CRUISE: Adult: from £11.00 subject to availability at the time of booking. Dirty Dancing up to £67.00 LUNCH CRUISE: Adult: from £33.00 Prices quoted include a booking fee and The Full Monty up to £53.00 are for best seats – cheaper seats may be I Can’t Sing! The X Factor Mus up to £65.00 SUNDAY LUNCH CRUISE: Adult: from £49.00 available on request. Jersey Boys up to £68.00 Les Miserables: up to £65.00 EVENING DINNER CRUISE: Adult: from £79.00 Let It Be up to £60.00 BUCKINGHAM PALACE: Adult £19.00 Lion King up to £68.00 Matilda, The Musical up to £68.00 ROYAL MEWS: Adult £9.50 Mamma Mia: up to £68.00 Miss Saigon up to £68.00 KENSINGTON PALACE: Adult £16.00 Mousetrap: up to £42.00 HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT: Adult £17.50 Phantom of The Opera up to £64.00 Rock of Ages up to £65.00 TOWER OF LONDON: Adult £21.00 Stomp up to £50.00 THE BANQUETING HOUSE: Adult £7.00 Thriller Live up to £60.00 Warhorse up to £55.00 MEDIEVAL BANQUET: Adult £51.00 (Ivory House near the Tower of London, Four course banquet We Will Rock You: up to £65.00 Menu, Unlimited wine & beer throughout the meal. Wicked up to £65.00 Over two hours of live entertainment. Disco till late) The Woman in Black up to £49.00 LONDON DUNGEON: Adults from £18.00 N.B. Some shows may close before the end of 2014 and others may start – please enquire for other shows LONDON ZOO: Adults from £24.00

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After VERY successful re-union weekends in 2011, 2012 & 2013 we are delighted to repeat this weekend at a different Puma hotel offering you the chance to meet up with fellow customers, Andrew’s family members, office staff and drivers – an ideal introduction for new customers! Our base for the weekend is the 4 star Puma Daventry Court Hotel where we include a 3 course set dinner followed by dancing. We also include visits to Stratford-upon-Avon and Coventry. SPACE IS LIMITED SO PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

ITINERARY Saturday: Depart in the morning and head south BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! to the interesting city of Coventry for shopping and sightseeing. Maybe visit the Transport Museum, The ‘Meet the Staff’ and Re-Union Weekend Herbert Art Gallery, The Cathedral or Priory Visitor Centre. You have time at leisure before transferring at Daventry Court, Stratford and Coventry to your hotel with tea and coffee on arrival. Andrew’s family members, office staff and drivers will join you. PUMA DAVENTRY COURT HOTEL, ** New customers welcome – After a 3 course set meal and coffee you have the DAVENTRY let us introduce ourselves ** opportunity to dance the night away with music from With leisure facilities the ages. Located in Daventry this modern hotel had great DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Sunday: After a leisurely breakfast visit the market facilities including spacious comfortable rooms, town of Stratford-upon Avon with more than 800 relaxing leisure club and modern stylish restaurant. Sat 18 Jan 14 RUWE1801 1 2 £109 years of history, containing not only many buildings Stylish lounge, bar and dining room. All bedrooms that survive today and would have been familiar to are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser press and SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Shakespeare, but also a thriving community offering tea and coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities Single supplements £20.00 a wide variety of leisure and shopping experiences. include swimming pool, spa pool, sauna, steam Deposit £30.00 Insurance premium* £14.60 You have time at leisure for shopping and room and gym. Lift to all floors. (payable with deposit) sightseeing. Maybe visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace,

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Bletchley Park – Station X, experience the Enigma! The top-secret wartime base of allied code breakers whose work decrypting Enigma and other enemy code systems affected the course of the Second World War. Imagine! 12,000 people working in complete secrecy in wartime conditions. So strong was the code of secrecy that many still refuse to reveal exactly what they did at Station X, but, you can find out by visiting Britain’s best kept secret. Wander around the wartime huts, the historic Mansion and grounds, follow the cryptology trail, see a rebuild of ‘Colossus’ the first programmable electronic computer and view the Churchill collection. The Imperial War Museum Duxford is Europe’s DDED VAL A UE

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ITINERARY Bletchley Park and Imperial War Museum Saturday: A morning departure for an afternoon at the Imperial War Museum Duxford (entrance Duxford Weekend included). Transfer to hotel for dinner and accommodation. Sunday: After breakfast a full day visit to Station HILTON MILTON KEYNES HOTEL DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE X Bletchley Park (entrance included). Depart late With leisure facilities afternoon for your journey home arriving at your Sat 19 Apr 14 BP1904 1 2 £159 agreed drop in the evening. This 4 star hotel is situated near Milton Keynes. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio, SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coffee making Single room £20.00 en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, entrance to facilities. Leisure facilities include swimming pool, Imperial War Museum Duxford, Bletchley Park and coach spa, sauna, steam room and gym. Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium* £15.50 travel.

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A weekend that has proved very popular the last few years where you have the opportunity to Cathedral Cities & King’s Lynn Weekend explore two of England’s oldest cities and enjoy the facilities of a luxury hotel. Cambridge, Ely and King’s Lynn Cambridge instantly summons breathtaking images – the Backs carpeted with spring flowers, King’s College Chapel, punting on the river Cam, the calm stained glass. The city has a splendid array of historic HUNTINGDON MARRIOTT HOTEL of the historic college buildings and a wide range buildings with a beautiful waterside area where you With leisure facilities can enjoy a boat trip, riverside walk or explore the of attractions and museums. Its winding streets and This newly built hotel has all the facilities expected from a many cafés and antiques shops. splendid architecture have plenty to offer any time of 4 star hotel. All bedrooms are en suite with TV, hairdryer, the year. telephone, trouser press and tea and coffee making King’s Lynn is more than just a medieval port it is a ITINERARY facilities. Pleasant restaurant, bar and lounges. Indoor treasure trove for history lovers with narrow streets, Friday: Depart in the morning from your agreed pick-up leisure facilities with swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam handsome merchant houses in the old town and point for your journey south to enjoy an afternoon at leisure room and fitness suite. Lift plenty of fascinating visitor attractions to help bring in Cambridge with time to explore at you own pace. Transfer the olden days alive. Stroll round the Walks, the to your hotel in time for evening dinner. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE impressive parkland, or take a ferry over to the west Saturday: After breakfast a full day excursion through Fri 31 Oct 14 CC3110 2 3 £195 bank to take in the outstanding view of King’s Lynn’s the Fens to King’s Lynn and The Wash. Dinner in hotel. townscape. Sunday: After breakfast a morning at leisure in Ely where SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Ely is rich in history, charm and beauty and is the you can explore at your own pace before you journey home Single room: £40.00 Deposit required: £50.00 jewel in the crown of the Fens. Dominating the skyline arriving at your agreed drop off point late afternoon / early Insurance premium required: £15.50* is one of the England’s most beautiful and largest evening. (payable with deposit) cathedrals, known locally as the ‘Ship of the Fens’, it is home to the only national museum dedicated to Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel.

Oxford, the City of Dreaming Spires is a diverse and distinctive City famous worldwide for its Oxford and ‘Inspector Morse’ Weekend University. For over 800 years it has been a home to royalty and scholars. The university buildings PUMA OXFORD HOTEL, OXFORD are well worth a visit as are the shops, the river With leisure facilities and the world famous botanical gardens. Our tour includes a guided walking tour following in the This stylish 4 star hotel is located two miles from the footsteps of the famous TV detective Inspector delightful city centre on the edge of the Cotswolds. All Morse. bedrooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser press, internet access, air-conditioning and tea and coffee ITINERARY making facilities. Delightful restaurant, lounge, bar and terrace. Health and Fitness centre with splash pool, sauna, Friday: A morning departure to Oxford for an afternoon at steamroom, squash court, beauty treatment room and leisure for shopping and sightseeing. Dinner in hotel. sunbed. No Lift – two floors only - ground floor rooms Saturday: After breakfast head into Oxford for a two available. hour walking tour following in the footsteps of the city’s celebrated TV Detective Inspector Morse. Visit the scenes SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON of the best-known cases, with lots of lively anecdotes along © Kingpin Media Ltd Single room: £50.00 Deposit required: £50.00 the way (included in price). The rest of the day is at leisure DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Insurance premium required: £15.50* for shopping and sightseeing in Oxford. Dinner in hotel. (payable with deposit) Fri 21 Mar 14 OXWE2103 2 3 £219 Sunday: After breakfast tour the picturesque Cotswolds villages and countryside before continuing your journey Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, Inspector Morse walking tour home arriving at your agreed drop off point late afternoon / of Oxford and coach travel. early evening

We are delighted offer the ever popular Fernlea Hotel, St Anne’s for our annual Illuminations Blackpool Illuminations & Lake District Weekend weekend. St Anne’s-on-Sea is one of Lancashire’s premier resorts just along the coast from Blackpool. Your weekend includes INN ON THE PROM AT THE FERNLEA a day in Blackpool, a drive through the famous HOTEL, ST ANNE’S-ON-SEA Illuminations and a visit to the beautiful Lake With leisure facilities District. Situated opposite the South Promenade this family owned RAC 3 Star Hotel is perfectly placed for your comfort and ITINERARY convenience. Restaurant, ballroom, comfortable lounges Friday: A morning departure, you head north to St and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone, Anne’s-on-Sea for an afternoon at leisure either in your hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coffee making facilities. hotel, relax and enjoy your surroundings, visit the hotel’s Leisure facilities with indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, extensive leisure facilities or take a stroll in St Anne’s. After sauna, gym, squash court and solarium. Some evening © VisitBlackpool entertainment. Lift. an early dinner in your hotel (6.00pm) a drive through the SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON famous illuminations before returning to your hotel. NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Saturday: After breakfast a full day tour of the Lake Boutique rooms (on request): District or a day at leisure in St Anne’s, Blackpool is only £ 21.00 Twin/Double £42.00 Single a short distance away if you wish to spend the day there. Deposit required: £50.00 Return to your hotel for evening dinner. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Insurance premium required: £15.50* Sunday: After breakfast a morning at leisure in Blackpool Fri 10 Oct 14 BIWE1010 2 3 £219 (payable with deposit) before continuing your journey home arriving late afternoon / early evening. Price is based on en-suite accommodation including breakfast, dinner and coach travel. SEE ALSO CHRISTMAS ST ANNE’S PAGE NO 30

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This popular weekend has great appeal for all age ITINERARY groups! Saturday: A morning departure for an afternoon Longleat, voted ‘UK Family Attraction of the at leisure in Oxford for shopping and sightseeing, Year’ by the Good Britain Guide, offers attractions maybe join Guide Friday for a City Sightseeing to suit all ages! Widely regarded as one of the most Oxford Tour. Continue to your hotel where you arrive beautiful stately homes open to the public, this in plenty of time for dinner. magnificent Elizabethan property is home to the Sunday: After breakfast a full day at Longleat 7th Marquess of Bath. Set within Capability Brown House & Safari Park, drive by coach around the landscaped parkland, the house contains many safari park – the remainder of the time is at your own fine treasures, but that’s not all, Longleat offers a DDED VAL leisure. (Full day passport ticket included in price). A UE

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passions was for this palace on the Thames, you The Holiday Inn Shepperton Hotel can still experience the beauty that so enthralled him With leisure facilities as you stroll around the gardens and magnificent This 4 star equivalent hotel is situated in 11 acres buildings. Marvel at the two distinct and contrasting of quiet grounds just outside Shepperton. All Tudor and Baroque architectural styles. The world bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone, famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Kew Royal DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE hairdryer, trouser press, air-conditioning and tea Botanic Gardens and Kew Palace offer visitors and coffee making facilities. Pleasant restaurant, something of interest in all seasons. Kew offers the Fri 16 May 14 SHWE1605 2 3 £239 bar and lounge. Leisure facilities include heated world’s largest botanical gardens (under cover), indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room, glasshouses and exhibitions. Kew Palace offers the solarium and gymnasium. Lift. chance to witness life above and below stairs in a SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON royal household. The Royal Horticultural Society Single supplements £34.00 We are delighted to repeat this ever popular tour Wisley Gardens are one of Britain’s best loved which now includes entrance to Kew Palace as well Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium* £15.50 gardens offering a fascinating blend of the beautiful as Kew Gardens! For over 500 years Hampton Court (payable with deposit) with practical and innovative design and cultivation Palace has stood serenely on the banks of the techniques. Royal Windsor with its magnificent River Thames. Many historical figures, including 12 castle is a highly elegant town with much Victorian Price is based on shared twin / double accommodation monarchs have fallen helplessly for her charms. Will and Georgian architecture and plenty of excellent with en-suite facilities, breakfast, dinner, entrance to Wisley you join them? One of Henry VIII’s most enduring Gardens, entrance to Hampton Court Palace, entrance to Kew shops. Gardens & Kew Palace and coach travel.

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We are delighted to offer this delightful weekend based in a 4 star hotel - you visit Woburn Abbey, Railways and Canals Woburn Abbey & Safari Park, Warwick and Woburn Abbey & Safari Park, Warwick, Royal Leamington Spa, Royal Leamington Spa. You also visit Foxton Locks and have the opportunity for a short Foxton Locks, Canal cruise & Great Central Railway canal cruise and take a nostalgic railway DDED VAL Foxton Locks - all the fun of the canals in the ITINERARY A UE journey on the Great Central Railway from E U A L D heart of rural South Leicestershire. Watch colourful Friday: A morning departure for A D Leicester to Loughborough. A delightful V E

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ITINERARY The theme for this ever popular weekend Friday: An early morning departure to Maidstone. After checking in at your hotel an afternoon at draws its inspiration from the lovely Kent leisure to relax in your hotel, perhaps use the countryside and the many superb houses and leisure facilities or an optional visit to Leeds Castle, castles to visit in the region. said to be one of the ‘loveliest castles in the world’ PLEASE NOTE: Due to the amount of walking in magnificently set on two islands (entrance approx. the Secret Wartime Tunnels this part of the tour £14.00). It has a fascinating history and had many may be unsuitable for people with severe walking royal connections; there is a fine collection of difficulties tapestries, furniture, paintings and porcelains. The gardens include a cottage garden, a Mediterranean THE HILTON MAIDSTONE HOTEL style garden and maze. Dinner in hotel. With leisure facilities Saturday: Today you’ll see two splendid but Set in the heart of Southeast England north of different castles. First to Dover Castle standing Maidstone the elegant Hilton Maidstone has all guard over the English Channel and steeped the facilities expected from a 4 star hotel. All in history from Roman times through to World bedrooms are en-suite with colour TV, mini-bar, War II. One of the highlights will be your tour of hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coffee making the incredible Secret Wartime Tunnels where Sir facilities. There are pleasant lounges, bar and Winston Churchill masterminded the evacuation of restaurant. Leisure facilities include swimming Dunkirk (entrance included). You then have a short pool, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, gym and fitness centre. transfer to Walmer, the official residence of the Lord No lift - all rooms are ground or first floor. Warden of the Cinque Ports, an office held until her DDED VAL death by the Queen Mother. Some rooms used A UE

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PUMA REDWORTH HALL HOTEL specialist shopping and antiques area. You then Premium with leisure facilities visit the Bowes Museum, just outside the town Sitting in 150 acres of superb woodland this (entrance included). This French style Chateau, with beautiful country hotel is a Jacobean Manor House its amazing history and wonderful collections, is one which dates back to 1693. It is situated in Redworth of the most important museums outside London. 20 miles from Durham in County Durham. The hall It opened in 1892 and a recent £12million revamp DDED VAL A UE retains many of its original features, namely the has transformed it into a must see 21st century E U A L D A D magnificent galleried Baronial Great Hall and ornate V E attraction. It has the greatest collection of fine and

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Aeroscope in conjunction with Andrew’s of ITINERARY Tideswell present for a seventeenth successive Saturday: A morning departure you head south, year two very special two-day breaks. We include with free tea and coffee during your journey, to the Dinner, Bed & Breakfast in a 4 Star Hotel, a visit beautiful town of Royal Windsor. With its magnificent to delightful Royal Windsor, a journey through castle it is a highly elegant town with much Victorian For A Very ‘Darling Buds of May’ country and a memorable and Georgian architecture and plenty of excellent Special Treat! trip aboard the elegant and renowned ORIENT- shops. Transfer to your hotel in plenty of time for EXPRESS. During your train journey allow time dinner. to walk through the train. Each carriage is unique and has its own name and a fascinating history. Sunday: After breakfast depart your hotel for a Exquisite marquetry, ornate brass accoutrements, scenic journey south through ‘Darling Buds of May’ engraved glass and mosaic floors await you. country via Pluckley, Biddenden and Tenterden to Folkestone to check-in for your luxury journey HILTON CROYDON HOTEL on the world famous train. As you step aboard and are shown to your reserved armchair seats, This 4 star contemporary hotel is situated in you can marvel at your surroundings and the way Croydon south of London. All modern bedrooms that Royalty, Lords and Ladies used to travel in are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser press and the 1920’s. When the Orient-Express pulls out of tea and coffee making facilities. There are pleasant the station at approx. 15.15 you can admire the lounges, bar and restaurant. Lift to all floors. gleaming, elegant carriages and you will be served with a glass of chilled exclusive Rose Wine and an Edwardian-style afternoon tea of sandwiches, DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE scones with clotted cream and jam along with fruit tart and assorted tea fancies accompanied by a Afternoon Tea and Wine on Sat 27 Sept 14 OE2709 1 2 £319 choice of Ceylon or China Tea. The journey will last The Orient Express Sat 25 Oct 14 OE2510 1 2 £319 around two hours. During your journey allow time to walk through the train. Each carriage is unique and Weekend has its own name and a fascinating history. Exquisite SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON marquetry, ornate brass accoutrements, engraved Windsor and Kent Countryside glass and mosaic floors await you. Your coach will Single room £20.00 meet you at approx. 17.30 at London Victoria Station. We wish you a memorable journey on the Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium* £15.50 Complimentary tea and coffee during your journey (payable with deposit) Orient Express on this wonderful break home arriving 21.30 onwards. and hope that you experience a level of food and service that you might have Price is based on shared Twin/Double accommodation with en-suite facilities including half board, journey on the Orient-Express with a thought had gone forever. glass of rose wine and afternoon tea and coach travel with complimentary tea and coffee during your coach journey.

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Portsmouth has been home to The British Royal Navy for more than 500 years. Its mix of historic ships, castles, forts and museums make it one of the best holiday centres in which to explore the history of our sea-faring nation. With the opening of a new 35 million purpose-built museum for the Mary Rose, the flagship of King Henry VIII’s fleet, we are delighted to offer this new tour which DDED VAL A UE

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Apprentice, Harbour Tours (inc. HMS Illustrious, HMS © Portsmouth City Council Ark Royal and HMS Invincible), Porters Garden and HILTON PORTSMOUTH Action Stations. This hotel is conveniently located just a ten minute DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE drive from Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard and ITINERARY city centre. There is a bright open-plan restaurant Fri 2 May 14 PWE0205 3 4 £269 Friday: A morning departure for your journey south facing the beautiful courtyard garden and pleasant to Portsmouth. Dinner in hotel Fri 26 Sept 14 PWE2609 3 4 £269 bar and lounge. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, Saturday: After breakfast a full day visit to hairdryer, iron & board and tea and coffee making Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard (entrance included). facilities. No lift – only 2 floors – ground floor SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Dinner in hotel. rooms available. Single room: £60.00 Deposit required: £50.00 Sunday: After breakfast a full day south coast Insurance premium required: £22.00 excursion, including Chichester with its famous (payable with deposit) cathedral and Brighton with its popular Lanes. Dinner in hotel. Monday: After breakfast journey home arriving at Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, entrance to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and coach travel. your agreed drop off point in the evening.

We are delighted to offer this lovely varieties of fruit trees. See the gardening style of the tour where you can take in the beauty late 18th century. The tulip tree at Westbury Court of the picturesque Cotswolds and garden is only 150 years old but it is one of the tallest of it kind in the country. The tree flowers from mid have time in fascinating Cheltenham, June to mid July and has unusual greenish flowers Gloucester, Weston-Super-Mare with orange stripes to each fleshy petals. You then and Wells. We also include a visit to have an afternoon at leisure in the cathedral city

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The Isle of Wight is just 23 miles long and 13 miles wide yet full of interesting features including miles of sandy beaches and a stunning DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE coastline. Shanklin is situated on the South East Mon 17 Feb 14 IOW1702 4 5 £285 coast of the island in Sandown Bay. Shanklin village, once a fishing hamlet, is particularly Sun 22 Jun 14 IOW2206 5 6 £429 delightful with its quaint “olde worlde” craft Sun 24 Aug 14 IOW2408 6 7 £529 shops, picturesque thatched cottages and pretty gardens offering visitors a taste of country life whilst providing many modern amenities and SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON shopping facilities. NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS - LIMITED NUMBER Side Sea View: £20.00 (5 days) £25.00 (6 days) £30.00 (7 days) FREE EXCURSIONS Crescent room: A full day scenic tour of the island’s west coast £20.00 (5 days) £25.00 (6 days) £30.00 (7 days) including Ventnor, Alum Chine, the Needles and the Deposit £50.00 quiet resort of Yarmouth returning via the island’s Insurance premium* capital Newport. £22.00 (5 days) £ 27.25 (6 or 7 days) Isle of Wight – Shanklin A full day excursion including the famous yachting (payable with deposit) and maritime centre of Cowes. Visit Osborne House (entrance approx. £12 – not open for February THE SHANKLIN HOTEL tour) and return via the ’Gateway to the Island’, the With leisure facilities lovely resort of Ryde with its Regency and Victorian The Shanklin Hotel is a spacious hotel with a houses, famous pier and sandy beaches ETB 3 Crown rating occupying a superb cliff top A half-day excursion to the picturesque village of position, providing magnificent views of the bay Godshill with its church, thatched cottages and and surrounding countryside, yet within easy reach miniature model village. of the town centre a 5 minutes walk away. All bedrooms are en suite with TV and tea and coffee Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, coach travel and ferry crossing making facilities. Heated indoor swimming pool, from Portsmouth to Fishbourne. games room and entertainment. Lift.

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We base this lovely tour at Carlyon Bay near St Austell, a bustling market town often referred to as the capital of the Cornish Alps. The ethereal white mini- mountains, the spoil heaps of the china- clay industry lend an eerie atmosphere to the landscape. DDED VAL A UE

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Scarborough is situated on the magnificent Yorkshire Coast between the Moors and Dales. This seaside town with miles of coastline, small coves and sandy beaches is close to the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, famous for its beautiful scenery. We now include a visit to Castle Howard in this lovely holiday

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THE RED LEA HOTEL, SCARBOROUGH FREE EXCURSIONS DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE With leisure facilities A full day via the North Yorkshire Moors and Tues 6 May 14 SCA0605 4 5 £345 This family owned hotel offers friendly service Goathland, setting of the popular TV series Mon 29 Sept 14 SCA2909 4 5 £365 and is ideally located on Scarborough’s favoured ‘Heartbeat’, to the picturesque and colourful South Cliff, close to the Cliff Lift, the Spa Centre SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON and the beach. The town centre, castle and fishing port of Whitby with its fascinating harbour bustling harbour are only a short stroll away. The and Abbey ruins NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - in addition to single rooms Red Lea Hotel was originally six elegant town- the hotel offers ‘suites’ which consist of two singles rooms with a Full day excursion via Filey to visit Castle Howard shared bathroom – ideal for friends traveling together houses that have been carefully and tastefully modernised whilst retaining much original (entrance included). Sea View (on request only): £40.00 per person character. Pleasant restaurant, lounge and bar (no single sea view available) with entertainment on two evenings. All bedrooms Price is based on twin/double accommodation with en-suite Deposit required: £50.00 facilities including breakfast, dinner, entrance to Castle are en-suite with telephone, TV, radio and tea & Insurance premium required: £22.00* coffee making facilities. Beautiful sea views and Howard and coach travel (payable with deposit) indoor swimming pool, lift to all floors. tel: 01298 871 222 15 ENGLISH HOLIDAYS & SHORT BREAKS FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page)

The sheer beauty the Lake District and The ITINERARY Yorkshire Dales has inspired poets and artists for Monday: A morning departure, with a stop en-route centuries, on this holiday we will paint a picture arriving in the afternoon. Dinner in hotel. that will last in your memory for years to come. Tuesday: After breakfast journey to the pleasant We explore the dramatic landscapes of the Lakes town of Penrith before heading to the Western Lakes and the Dales all in one holiday. Our sojourn to and Keswick. You have time to explore Keswick, the Dales will be taken in small coaches which maybe take a stroll to the shore of Derwentwater and reach the parts where others cannot go! have lunch. Return through rural countryside and villages. Dinner in hotel THE SHAP WELLS HOTEL Wednesday: After breakfast travel into the

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Northumbria, England’s most Northerly region, is ITINERARY unique with areas of outstanding natural beauty, Monday: Head north to Hexham arriving mid National Parks and a spectacular coastline of afternoon, rest of day at leisure. Dinner in hotel. high cliffs and golden beaches. Hadrian’s Wall, a Tuesday: After breakfast a scenic excursion world famous site, still stands and Northumbria along the Tyne valley, through the beautiful Kielder boasts more castles and strongholds than any Forest to Kielder Water. Return via Hadrian’s Wall other English region. Hexham is a market town in with a visit to the fascinating Chesters Roman the heart of the Northumbrian countryside. Fort and Museum. Built almost 2000 years ago We are delighted to visit this hotel again that is to house a Roman army garrison guarding the very popular with our clients nearby bridge across the River Tyne, it is one of the most impressive attractions in the North East. Part THE BEST WESTERN BEAUMONT of Hadrian’s Wall, it’s the best-preserved Roman HOTEL, HEXHAM cavalry fort in Britain. You can see what life would

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16 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page) ENGLISH HOLIDAYS & SHORT BREAKS Torquay is a sophisticated resort on the unspoilt coastline known as ‘The English Riviera’ due to its mild climate and semitropical flora. By day Torquay has excellent shops, parks, gardens, beaches and a bustling harbour. By night colour and lights appear with an illuminated promenade, theatres, lively shows, dancing and cabaret. Your included excursions explore Devon’s glorious coast and countryside.

FREE EXCURSIONS A full day across the wilds of the Dartmoor National Park, famous for its scenery and ponies. A full day Devonshire coastal tour to visit the elegant town of Sidmouth, famous for its Regency style architecture. Then via Exmouth and Dawlish to Teignmouth, one of Devon’s oldest seaside resorts. A half day excursion including Totnes and Torquay and ‘The English Riviera’ Dartmouth. THE DERWENT HOTEL With leisure facilities DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE This 2 star hotel is well located in Torquay with a Mon 9 Jun 14 T0906 4 5 £329 walk of approx. 450 yards to the sea. The hotel © English Riviera Tourism Company © English Riviera Tourism is part of Torquay Leisure Hotels Resort and SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON guests at all the adjacent hotels can share the NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – VERY LIMITED extensive range of amenities available throughout NUMBER the complex. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio & tea and coffee making facilities. Deposit required: £50.00 Choice of bars and lounges. Leisure complex Insurance premium required: £22.00 with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sauna, (payable with deposit) jacuzzi and poolside bar. Tennis, snooker, games room and bowling. Gardens, patios and sun Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities terraces. Lift. Entertainment every night. including breakfast, dinner, and coach travel.

Sidmouth is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt resorts in the country set in lush pastures and craggy cliffs. It is ideal for an unhurried lifestyle, the shops have retained the personal and friendly service of a country town.

FREE EXCURSIONS: A full day into Devon’s countryside and the Dartmoor National Park with a visit to Plymouth and return via Buckfast Abbey. A full day excursion via the fishing villages of Beer and Axmouth then onto Lyme Regis A full day excursion to Torquay.

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A firm favourite with our customers for many years this AA 2 Star family-run hotel has been owned by the same family for over fifty years. Situated at the centre of the Esplanade it overlooks the sea and is adjacent to the shopping centre. Lounge Bar with sea view, sea Sidmouth & South Devon view lounge, reading room, café bar and sea view restaurant. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Entertainment five nights a SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE week. Aspara Spa with hydrotherapy pool, steam NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS room and sauna. Therapists offer a wide range Tues 3 Jun 14 SID0306 4 5 £439 of beauty treatments (at extra cost). Full sized Deposit required: £50.00 Tues 7 Oct 14 SID0710 4 5 £409 snooker table. Lifts to all floors. Insurance premium required: £22.00* (payable with deposit)

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A new tour staying at a seafront hotel overlooking the Thames Estuary in Southend-on-Sea. Visit the surrounding area with a unique guided tour with Pie & Mash Pub Lunch. Sea the picturesque cockle sheds and sample the cockles in Leigh- on-Sea. As a contrast visit Hyde Hall Garden and take a trip to Greenwich with chance to visit the newly restored Cutty Sark.

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A full day Isle of Purbeck tour travelling through pretty Dorset villages and picturesque countryside via Hardy’s Dorchester, Wareham, Corfe Castle and the Victorian resort of Swanage. Return rounding the Purbeck Hills and visit Lulworth Cove.

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SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Weymouth and The Dorset Coast NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS - LIMITED NUMBER SOME SINGLES ARE NOT LEVEL WITH LIFT Sea View: £ 24.00 Twin/Double £48.00 single PRINCE REGENT HOTEL, WEYMOUTH Weymouth, on the Dorset Coast, lies in a bay (on request only) surrounded by rolling hills and sandy beaches. The Deposit £50.00 17th Century harbour is a hive of activity, age-old This 3 Star hotel is situated on the seafront with the Insurance premium* £22.00 inns nestle on the quay. The esplanade overlooks town centre and harbour a short level stroll away. (payable with deposit) the beach, beautiful gardens and parks complete All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio the picture. The surrounding Dorset countryside has and tea & coffee making facilities. Pleasant lounges, been designated ‘An area of outstanding Natural bar, and restaurant. Lift to first three floors only (not Beauty’ and the coastline boasts dramatic cliffs, to 4th floor). shingle banks, sandy beaches and quiet coves. Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel.

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ITINERARY Monday: Depart in the morning and head north to Cumbria arriving late afternoon. Dinner and entertainment in hotel Tuesday: After breakfast head to Longtown and drive along Liddesdale to picturesque Kielder Water and Forest Park. Take a break at the visitor centre before continuing to Bellingham and Hexham, DDED VAL A UE

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Oasthouses, vineyards, orchards, hop- Houses, Gardens, Orchards, Vines, Railways and fields, beautiful villages, historic towns and rolling countryside are the images Countryside of Kent & North Kent coast traditionally associated with Kent - an Kent & East Sussex Rail, Biddenden Vineyards, Brogdale Farm Orchard, North DDED VAL A UE

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Tuesday: After breakfast head to Hythe for a coastal Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation including breakfast, dinner, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway journey, ride on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway entrance to Great Dixter House & Gardens, Brogdale Farm tour, tour and tasting at Biddenden Vineyard, Kent and East Sussex Railway ‘The worlds smallest public railway’ to Dungeness journey and coach travel.

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mysterious estates in England. The eighty acres St. Agnes Carnival, Gardens of Cornwall, of stunningly beautiful gardens and grounds have The Lizard & Cornish Delights enabled this award winning garden to become one of the most popular group attractions in Cornwall. At

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You have an early dinner this National Trust Trengwainton Gardens: A 25 acre unspoilt St Agnes and less than a mile from the evening (6.30pm) so you can enjoy the St Agnes sheltered garden bursting with exotic trees and beach at Trevaunance Cove. All bedrooms are en- Carnival in the early evening – other events also take shrubs. The walled kitchen garden will inspire suite with TV and tea and coffee making facilities. place during the week creativity with your own growing space and wide open Bar, lounge, snug and pleasant restaurant. Outdoor views across Mount’s Bay will have you reaching for Sunday: After breakfast a day at leisure in St Agnes heated swimming pool. No lift – only 2 floors – your camera. Lose yourself amongst winding, wooded where there are events taking place. Dinner in hotel. ground floor rooms available. paths, the stream or simply find a quiet corner to Monday: After breakfast a full day to Trelissick breathe in the peace of this special place. Gardens (entrance included) and the ancient seaport Cornwall has magnificent golden sandy beaches, Trebah Gardens ‘Garden of Dreams’: This of Falmouth. Dinner in hotel. breathtaking views from majestic cliff tops, quaint dramatically beautiful 26-acre garden is listed among Tuesday: After breakfast a full day along the historic stone built harbours and villages and the 80 finest in the world. A sub-tropical paradise it is coast, with a photo stop in the delightful village of tranquil wooded river estuaries. It is also famous home to a unique collection of rare exotic plants, trees Marazion to view St Michael’s Mount. You then visit for its wonderful gardens. To discover this area with and shrubs winding down to a private and secluded Trengwainton Gardens (entrance included) before a difference we offer a tour based in the unspoilt beach on the Helford River. A stream cascades over you head to St Ives, originally a small fishing port village of St Agnes situated 12 miles down the coast waterfalls and water gardens with ponds full of giant and now a popular resort with its complexity of stone from Newquay and 18 miles from Falmouth. Our visit Koi carp then through two acres of massed blue and cottages and cobbled lanes and alleys. coincides with St Agnes Carnival week with event white hydrangeas. Glades of huge 100-year-old ferns Wednesday: After breakfast a day at leisure in taking place during the week. mingle with a forest of rhodedendrons, magnolias St Agnes or an optional full day to visit The Eden and camellias under a canopy of ancient oaks and Project (£16.00). Dinner in hotel The St. Agnes Carnival: Tradition dates back well beeches. A garden for all seasons with colour and Thursday: After breakfast journey home arriving at over a hundred years, to the time when the village scent all year round. your agreed drop off point in the evening. streets would have been lined with miners and The Eden Project is one of the most adventurous fishermen, bal-maidens and fishwives. Today it is and dramatic developments in the UK. Featuring DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE the highlight of the year not only for the people of St two enormous biomes mimicking the climates of Agnes parish but also for holiday-makers, many book tropical rainforest and arid temperate landscapes, the Thu 31 Jul 14 SA3107 7 8 £629 their holidays to coincide with that magic first week in Eden Project not only provides a living microclimate August. You won’t see expensive corporate floats or for plants, but also introduces the vital relationship SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON elaborate frozen tableaux but you will see lots of fancy between plant life and man’s existence and NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER dress, local bands and people of all ages having a development. It was built in a disused clay mine and Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium* £27.25 great time! Clever floats, great ingenuity, even dance transformed into a rich, global garden where people (payable with deposit) routines, all led by the famous Giant Bolster. can learn about nature and get inspiration about the National Trust Trelissick Garden: Beautifully world around them. Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities positioned at the head of the Fal estuary, the estate The Lost Gardens of Heligan seat of the Tremayne including breakfast, dinner, entrance to Trengwaiton Garden, Trelissick Garden and Trebah Gardens and coach travel. family for more than 400 years is one of the most

Eastbourne – Sussex Coast and Downs

Eastbourne is an ideal resort set on the Sussex Attractive veranda bar and comfortable lounges. coast in a glorious location sheltered by the South Entertainment most evenings. Lift. Downs and the awe-inspiring Beachy Head. As you approach Eastbourne you are greeted by an FREE EXCURSIONS attractive three-mile promenade on three levels. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE A full day excursion including the county town of Eastbourne pier is one of the best preserved, Lewes, maybe visit the Castle (entrance approx. Mon 1 Sept 14 E0109 4 5 £355 flanked by the pier and the bandstand are the £6.50), or explore the delightful shops, museums, immaculate carpet gardens. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON pretty cottages, gardens and hidden courtyards. Return via Alfriston and Beachy Head. Single room: £40.00 BEST WESTERN YORK HOUSE HOTEL Sea View Twin/Double: £30.00 With leisure facilities A full day excursion inc. Battle, the ancient port of Sea View Single: £100.00 Rye and return via Hastings. This AA 3 Star is a friendly family-managed hotel Deposit required: £50.00 situated on the sea front 500yds from the pier. A A half day to the fashionable regency resort of Insurance premium required: £22.00 short walk takes you into the town centre with its Brighton with its Lanes shopping area and Royal (payable with deposit) modern shopping precinct. All bedrooms are en Pavilion. suite with TV, radio, telephone and tea and coffee Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en making facilities. Indoor heated swimming pool. suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel.

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An exciting and unique tour for 2014 featuring various attractions in and around our Capital City, from the delights of the London Eye to majestic St. Paul’s Cathedral to Lord’s cricket ground, a visit to the Houses of Parliament and two boat rides, and a visit to some of the not so well known haunts of London’s East End, ‘Jack the Ripper’ territory!

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Situated on the chalk cliffs of the South Coast Bournemouth is justly described Bournemouth, Dorset Coast and The New Forest as ‘The Garden City of the South’. Its acres of parks and gardens and traffic- Buckler’s Hard, River cruise, Christchurch, Isle of Purbeck, Swanage and Dorchester free promenades are a constant joy. DDED VAL A UE

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Barnstaple is reputedly England’s oldest borough and has gained consistent recognition in the annual Britain in Bloom competition. Interesting excursions and visits around North Devon together with a good hotel make this a very enjoyable short break.

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The Isle of Man, midway between Britain and Ireland, is only 13 miles wide and 33 miles long yet offers a wide variety of town and country. The island is steeped in history and life is leisurely, unhurried, warm and friendly. Situated in the middle of the Gulf Stream means it enjoys one of the mildest climates in the British Isles that accounts for the palms and other exotic plants abounding there. The island has over 100 miles of beautiful coastline with dunes, rocky cliffs, beaches, secluded coves and majestic bays, whilst inland there are mountains, moorlands, glens and woods.

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Isle of Man – Douglas A full day tour of the south of the Island, first to historic Castletown, once the island’s capital and dominated by ancient Castle Rushey, then onto THE PALACE HOTEL & CASINO, Cregneash at the island’s tip to take a view of the DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE DOUGLAS Calf of Man before visiting Port Erin. With Leisure Facilities & Casino Sun 14 Sept 14 IOM1409 4 5 £475 A half-day tour to Laxey Village and Laxey Wheel - This 4 star hotel overlooks Douglas Bay. All the largest water wheel in the world. bedrooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON press and tea and coffee making facilities. There are pleasant lounges, bars and restaurant. The Single room: £64.00 hotel has a casino with immediate membership for Deposit £50.00 Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with over 18’s. Leisure facilities include swimming pool, Insurance premium* £22.00 en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, coach travel and return ferry from Heysham to Douglas. spa, sauna, jacuzzi, gym and fitness centre. Lift. (payable with deposit)

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Rural villages, lush green meadows, rich farmlands and sandy heathlands depicted by the famous painters Constable and Gainsborough. We visit historic Bury St Edmunds, with its Dickens connections, the delightful Suffolk countryside and the peaceful coastline. As a nice contrast we visit the ‘Essex Sunshine Coast’. All this combines to offer a holiday or charm and nostalgia for all!

ITINERARY Thursday: A morning departure, with a stop en- route, journey to East Anglia arriving at your hotel during the afternoon. Dinner in hotel. Friday: After breakfast discover the idyllic villages of Suffolk on a tour of Constable Country, including East Bergholt, the birthplace of the famous painter, an unspoilt village with many fine old houses and cottages. The church at Dedham with its 131ft tower, and the little hamlet of Flatford Mill, were favourite landscape subjects and you can soak up these NEW! scenes of rural England at first hand. In the afternoon visit the ‘Essex Sunshine Coast’ with bustling Clacton- Constable Country and Rural Suffolk Delights on-Sea and more relaxed Walton-on-the-Naze. Return to hotel for dinner. Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Flatford Mill & Vale of Dedham, Aldeburgh, Saturday: After breakfast journey to historic Bury Southwold & ‘Essex Sunshine Coast’ St.Edmunds, famous for its Abbey Gardens and the Angel Hotel, where Dickens had Mrs Pickwick HOLIDAY INN HOTEL, IPSWICH stay, time to explore the town and have lunch. You DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE then head into rural Suffolk and the pretty villages With leisure facilities Thurs Sept 18 14 RSD1809 4 5 of Cavendish and Clare with their pastel coloured This 3 star hotel is situated four miles south of £349 cottages. Visit Lavenham, one of our best preserved Ipswich, on the edge of Constable Country; it’s medieval villages, with its many colourful and half- an ideal base for visiting all the attractions on timbered houses. Dinner in hotel. this tour. The hotel offers a pleasant restaurant, SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Sunday: After breakfast journey into the rural north lounge and bar. All bedrooms are en suite with NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER of Suffolk to the time warp seaside town of Aldeburgh, TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. Leisure Deposit required: £50.00 little changed for many years. Continue to historic facilities include indoor swimming pool, sauna and Insurance premium required: £22.00 Southwold for a break in Woodbridge before returning whirlpool. Lift (payable with deposit) to your hotel for dinner. Monday: After breakfast journey home, arriving at Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel your agreed drop off point in the evening. NEW! We are delighted to offer this lovely tour based at Looe. In medieval times there were two towns Looe, Houses, Abbeys & Gardens of Cornwall on opposite banks of the River Looe. East Looe has the fishing harbour, the main shopping centre & South Devon and the sandiest beach. West Looe is quieter, DDED VAL but also has shops and restaurants and leads to A UE Tintagel, Boscastle, Bodmin Moor, Lanhydrock House, Polperro, Lost Gardens E U A L D Hannafore with its fine views of Looe Island. The of Heligan, Buckland Abbey and Plymouth A D V E

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We are delighted to re-offer a chance to ITINERARY relax in the picturesque and serene Isles Monday: An early morning departure to Land’s End of Scilly. We recommend early booking for an afternoon thirty minute flight to St. Mary’s. On as space is limited! Just 28 miles off the arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Dinner in Cornish coast, the islands are a unique, hotel. sub tropical haven for a variety of wildlife. Tuesday: After breakfast an introductory guided You’ll find yourself entering a different tour of St. Mary’s with a local coach operator. A world, where the pace of life is relaxed, commentary will provide an insight into life on this, friendly and easy-going and where there’s the largest island in the archipelago. The rest of the a wonderful view whichever way you look. day is at leisure relaxing in the hotel pool, on the There are lovely, easy walks all around beach or exploring the town. Dinner in hotel. St Mary’s and the off islands which are Wednesday: After breakfast a day at leisure to easily reached by local boats. Your base explore Hugh Town, the island’s ‘capital. It is situated is a small hotel on the largest inhabited between two beaches and has a variety of shops, art island, St. Mary’s. There is free time to and craft galleries and restaurants. Maybe enjoy a enjoy the beautiful surroundings and stroll along the Garrison walls high above the town maybe take a boat trip to one of the other or relax on Porthcressa or Town Beach. Alternatively islands. Return flights from Land’s End take a boat trip to one of the other islands. Dinner in are included, a member of our staff will hotel. Isles of Scilly escort this tour but our coach remains in Land’s End. Thursday: After breakfast another day at leisure enjoying the nature trails and coastal paths of St. LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE – BOOK EARLY!!!! Mary’s or perhaps take a boat trip to one of the DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE other islands. Maybe visit the island of Tresco, with BELL ROCK HOTEL, HUGH TOWN, a population of just 165 people, the main inhabitants ST MARY’S Mon 20 Oct 14 SCI2010 4 5 £709 are the migratory birds who make The Great Pool With Leisure Facilities their home in summer. The other gem on the island This small, 2 star hotel is situated in a level position, is the Abbey Garden which is home to over 20,000 midway between Town Beach and Porthcressa SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON exotic species of plants, a variety of which cannot be Bay in Hugh Town the capital of St. Mary’s. The NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER grown anywhere else in Britain. Dinner in hotel. location is convenient, quiet and central with shops, AVAILABLE Friday: After breakfast leave the tranquillity of the museums and entertainment nearby. The harbour is Deposit £150.00 Insurance premium £35.25 islands and return to the ‘real world’ on flights back less than 10 minutes walk with boats to Tresco, St (payable with deposit) to Land’s End. Journey home arriving at your agreed Agnes and St Martins daily (subject to weather and drop off point in the evening. tides). It has a relaxed and informal atmosphere and enjoys a high level of repeat business due This tour is arranged and operated by Norman Allen to personal, attentive service. All bedrooms are Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation Group Travel Ltd of whom Andrew’s are an authorised en-suite with TV, radio, hairdryer & tea and coffee including breakfast, dinner, return flights from Land’s End, agent. It is ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation making facilities. Restaurant, lounge and bar. guided coach tour of St Mary’s, Andrew’s escort and coach Authority. The ATOL number is ATOL 3683. Norman travel. Indoor swimming pool. No lift - only 2 floors - Allen Group Travel’s booking conditions will apply. ground floor rooms available.

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© Norfolk Tourism /Broads Authority © Norfolk Tourism villages, including Woodbastwick, with its diminutive Cathedral City of Norwich, Broads Cruise, Bure Valley Railway, green and thatched cottages. Dinner in hotel North Norfolk ‘Poppyline’ Railway, Cromer and Sheringham Wednesday: After breakfast head into Norwich. The day is free for you to explore the city. A visit to HOLIDAY INN NORWICH SOUTH DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE the Cathedral is a must, also the Norman Castle With Leisure Facilities and cobbled Elm Hill, or you may fancy a cruise on Mon 13 Oct 14 NOR1310 4 5 £379 This 3 star equivalent hotel is situated in a suburban the River Wensum. The shopping is excellent or just area approx. 2 ½ miles south of Norwich. All relax and watch the world go by. Dinner in hotel. bedrooms are en suite with TV, trouser press and SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Thursday: After breakfast head through tea & coffee making facilities. There is a pleasant Single room: NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT Aldborough to the resort of Cromer, on the north restaurant, bar and lounge. Leisure facilities include Deposit £50.00 Norfolk coast. After a break continue to Sheringham swimming pool, sauna, steam-room and jacuzzi. Lift Insurance premium* £22.00 to enjoy the sea air and a steam train ride on the to all rooms. (payable with deposit) Poppy Line to Holt, a pretty Georgian market town with lots of little alleyways to explore. Dinner in hotel. Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, Bure Valley Railway ride, Friday: After breakfast journey home arriving at Wroxham Broads Cruise, ‘Poppyline’ Railway ride and coach travel. your agreed drop off late afternoon/early evening.

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This is a sightseeing tour with many things of interest, based in Great Malvern, with the beautiful Malvern Hills overlooking the town. We feature some of Herefordshire’s delightful Black and White villages, as well as Hereford itself, wine tasting, a boat trip and more.

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Llandudno, the largest Welsh tourist resort, Llandudno, Anglesey, Snowdonia is a beautiful Victorian town set on a curving bay between the headlands of Great and Little and North Wales Coast Orme, with the mountains of Snowdonia in the background. The town has plenty to offer including an excellent shopping centre. You can THE MERRION HOTEL, LLANDUDNO take a ride up the Great Orme in one of the famous trams or by cable car. Once at the top you can This WTB 3 Star hotel, family owned and run is appreciate breathtaking views of Snowdonia, situated in a prime town centre location on the Anglesey and the Conwy Estuary. promenade nestling between the twin headlands of the Great and Little Ormes overlooking the Victorian FREE EXCURSIONS pier and Llandudno Bay. All bedrooms are en-suite A full day scenic excursion through the Snowdonia with central heating, TV, telephone and tea and coffee National Park. You travel along the Vale of Conwy to making facilities. Attractive dining room, lounge and the beautiful village of Betws-y-Coed and through the bar with entertainment every evening. Lift to all floors. Gwydr Forest to Ffestiniog, home of the slate caverns. You continue to Porthmadog and return through Beddgelert. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE A full day excursion to Anglesey via Caernarfon with its Mon 21 Apr 14 LL2104 4 5 £395 fine castle, Llanberis, Caernarfon and Bangor, cross to the Isle of Anglesey and visit Beaumaris renowned for Mon 28 Jul 14 LL2807 4 5 £425 its castle. Mon 22 Sept 14 LL2209 4 5 £425 Your journey home will include a ride down the Vale of Conwy to Betws-y-Coed, North Wales’ most popular inland resort. It is where the River Conwy meets its SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON three tributaries flowing from the west, the Llugwy, the Single Supplement: £40.00 Lledr and the Machno. Much of it was built in Victorian Deposit required: £50.00 times and it is the principal village of the Snowdonia Insurance premium required: £22.00* Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with National Park. en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel. (payable with deposit) SEE ALSO TURKEY & TINSEL LLANDUDNO PAGE NO 29

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the Snowdonian mountains. Trains climb to the summit at Pitts Head before they ‘zigzag’ down the steep hillside to Beddgelert revealing new and unexpected views of the mountains at every turn. After Beddgelert it heads towards the Aberglaslyn Pass. Trains run beside, then above the fast flowing Afon Glaslyn before plunging dramatically into a tunnel through the hillside, through Pont Croesor and onto Porthmadog. The

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Tenby is situated in the beautiful county of Pembrokeshire in South Wales and has been described as the “Jewel in the Crown” of the Welsh Riviera. Its quaint narrow streets, full of interesting little shops, shelter behind the ancient town walls and eventually lead to the picturesque harbour.

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Tenby & Scenic Pembrokeshire Coast A full day scenic tour of Pembroke coast including Bosherton, St Governs Head and Pembroke.

A full day scenic tour of the South Pembroke coast THE GILTAR HOTEL DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE The 3 star refurbished Giltar Hotel is in the centre with stops at Laugharne and the charming resort of of Tenby on the quiet Esplanade with magnificent Sun 11 May 14 TEN1105 5 6 £469 Saundersfoot. views across to Caldy Island and South Beach - which can be reached via steps in front of the Hotel. Shopping centre 10 minutes level walk away. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Family-run, with a friendly, homely atmosphere. NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS - LIMITED NUMBER All bedrooms have en suite shower or bathroom, Sea view twin/double supplement: £25.00 TV, telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. Deposit £50.00 Pleasant lounges and sea view dining room. Insurance premium* £27.25 Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with Entertainment most evenings in the Cellar Bar. Lift. (payable with deposit) en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel.

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We are delighted to repeat this weekend that offers for something special this is the place you’ll find it with all of you the chance to visit three different Christmas the retailers selling unique handcrafted items. Festive food and 3 in 1 Christmas Markets Markets. You visit Cheltenham Christmas Market, drink, decorations, jewellery, accessories, crafts and children’s Bath Christmas Market and Birmingham Frankfurt toys are all abundant and with such a huge range of gift ideas Cheltenham, Bath and Birmingham Christmas Market and Craft Fair. A delightful any gift buyer will be spoilt for choice! Return to your hotel for Christmas Market Weekend! dinner. PUMA CHELTENHAM PARK HOTEL, Sunday: After breakfast journey to Birmingham to visit With leisure facilities ITINERARY the magical Frankfurt Christmas Market in Victoria Square, CHARLTON KINGS This traditional Georgian manor house (formerly Barcelo Friday: Depart in the morning and head south to the largest authentic German Christmas Market outside of Cheltenham Park Hotel) is located in the heart of the Cheltenham’s Christmas Market which is held in the heart Germany and Austria and arguably one of the most popular Cotswolds two miles from the beautiful spa town of of the town where traditional wooden chalets adorn the Christmas markets in the UK. Enjoy the feel of a small village Cheltenham. It has been added to over the years making Promenade offering a wide range of unique festive crafts and within the heart of the bustling city centre, with picturesque an attractive spacious hotel set in grounds with a small gifts. There is a licensed bar offering a wide range of German wooden chalets offering traditional handcrafted gifts, including lake. Beautiful lounges, bar and dining room. All bedrooms beers and Bratwurst sausages, and of course, the seasonal jewellery, wooden toys, dolls and candles. You can enjoy are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, trouser press and tea and glühwein wine without which no Christmas Market would be Glühwein, German beers, traditional sausages, meats, sweets, coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include swimming complete! The town itself is worth exploring, with beautiful marzipan, breads and pastries. The experience is enhanced pool, gym, sauna and steam room. No lift. N.B. Some twin/ buildings, excellent shops, and a range of pubs, bars, cafés with live music from a traditional bandstand. Journey home doubles and all single rooms are situated in the Manor where you can soak up the festive atmosphere. Transfer to arriving at you agreed drop off point in the evening. House part of the building which has no lift access so your hotel for dinner. guests in these rooms need to be able to manage stairs. Saturday: After breakfast a full day to Bath which is SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Any singles unable to manage stairs need to request a regarded as one of the most beautiful towns in Britain. The Single room: NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT double for sole occupancy at a supplement. Abbey Churchyard area – a magical setting in the shadow of (DOUBLE AS SINGLE £ 40.00 SUPPLEMENT) There are a few steps to the dining room. Bath Abbey and next to the Roman Baths, in the centre of the Deposit required: £50.00 DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE stunning Georgian city’s shopping district, is transformed into Insurance premium required: £15.50 a Christmas shoppers’ haven – Bath Christmas Market. Over (payable with deposit) Fri 5 Dec 14 CHXM0512 2 3 £199 100 traditional wooden chalets full of everything you’ll need for the perfect Christmas will adorn the streets. If you are looking Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel.

We are delighted to offer this weekend that offers chalets, inspiring and desirable gifts and gourmet foods, NEW! you the chance to visit three different Christmas Father Christmas Grotto, lantern procession and traditional Markets. You visit Chichester, Winchester music by local choirs and schools to serenade you while you 3 in 1 Christmas Markets and Salisbury Christmas Markets. A delightful shop you have all the ingredients for the perfect traditional Chichester, Winchester and Salisbury Christmas Market Weekend! Christmas. Depart in the afternoon arriving at your drop off point in the evening. ITINERARY Friday: Depart in the morning and head south to your hotel for dinner. Saturday: After breakfast a morning visit to Chichester HILTON SOUTHAMPTON HOTEL Christmas Market where over 50 festive stalls will be on With leisure facilities display in the pedestrianised areas of North Street and East This uniquely designed 4 star hotel is built on a raised Street, with “The Cross” as the central point. You then visit platform, featuring natural wood in keeping with the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market. Founded in 2006 surrounding New Forest countryside. It is situated close to it is recognised as one of the best in Europe, renowned the village of Chilworth on the outskirts of Southampton. for its unique location, high quality exhibitors and bustling All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio, SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON atmosphere. It is inspired by traditional German Christmas hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coffee making facilities. markets and the pretty wooden chalets are situated in the Restaurant, bar and lounge. Leisure facilities include Single room: £40.00 Deposit required: £50.00 Cathedral’s historic Inner Close surrounding an open-air real swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and fitness centre. Insurance premium required: £15.50 ice rink. Wonderful Christmas gifts, decorations and festive Lift. (payable with deposit) foods can be found in abundance. Return to hotel for dinner. Sunday: After breakfast head to Salisbury Christmas DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en- suite facilities including breakfast, dinner and coach travel. Market, one of the prettiest, loveliest and most tasteful Fri 12 Dec 14 SOXM1212 2 3 £189 Christmas Markets in the country. With beautifully decorated

Due to the popularity of our Thursford Christmas Spectacular short breaks and Thursford Christmas Spectacular & Norfolk Coast day trips we are pleased to offer a visit to the famous show. Thursford, the largest Christmas spectacular in England, provides the ultimate HOLIDAY INN NORWICH SOUTH Christmas musical experience, staging a blend of With leisure facilities Christmas entertainment, songs, carols, dazzling dancers and beautiful costumes. Each show is This 3 star equivalent hotel is situated in a suburban area a pageant of spectacle and colour with a cast approx. 2 ½ miles south of Norwich. All bedrooms are of over 100 performers. The Theatre Building is en suite with TV, trouser press and tea & coffee making transformed into a Christmas wonderland with a facilities. There is a pleasant restaurant, bar and lounge. myriad of lights and decoration, the shops are all Leisure facilities include swimming pool, sauna, steam-room crammed with wonderful gifts. (Children under 8 and jacuzzi. Lift to all rooms. are not permitted) DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE INCLUDED ITINERARY Fri 7 Nov 14 THCS0711 3 4 £319 A full day at leisure in Norwich for Christmas shopping and sightseeing. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Afternoon or evening ticket for Thursford Christmas Single Room: £48.00 Spectacular (we will not be allocated tickets until nearer Deposit required: £50.00 the date so cannot confirm whether the tickets will be Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en- Insurance premium required: £22.00 suite facilities including dinner (or one lunch if evening Thursford afternoon or evening) show), breakfast, afternoon or evening entrance to Thursford (payable with deposit) Christmas Spectacular and coach travel. North Norfolk Coast visit.

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A lovely itinerary creates another unique and winning combination! Based in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate we include a visit to the Yorkshire city of Ripon with its magnificent cathedral, a ride on the delightful Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, entrance to the World of James Herriott at Thirsk and a ride on the Wensleydale Railway with mulled wine and mince pies.

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This delightful new Pre-Christmas tour is ideally located at the luxury Imperial Hotel in Blackpool NEW! and is styled as a Victorian style break. We also include a full day excursion to the Lake District to Luxury Victorian Style Pre-Christmas complete your holiday! in Blackpool and the Lake District

INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY Coffee and tea on arrival and pre-dinner drinks reception PUMA IMPERIAL HOTEL, BLACKPOOL on first night Premium with leisure facilities Located on Blackpool’s North Promenade this historic 3 course, 5 choice dinner with coffee on 2 nights hotel has spectacular views over the beach and sea Afternoon cream tea on one afternoon and is only minutes away from all the local attractions. Mulled wine reception prior to dinner on one evening Pleasant restaurant, lounges and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, trouser press, hairdryer and tea Traditional Fish and Chip Supper on one night and coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include (three course + coffee set menu) an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Christmas Quiz and Christmas Gala Dinner (2 choice, 3 solarium. Lift. course with coffee) A full day excursion to the Lake District. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE A half day excursion including St Anne’s and Fleetwood Mon 3 Nov 14 VCB0311 4 5 £345 A full day at leisure in Blackpool SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities Deposit required: £50.00 including breakfast, dinner, the above programme and coach Insurance premium required: £22.00 travel (payable with deposit)

For a festive pre-Christmas break why not shake off those winter blues and join us for a fun- ‘Turkey & Tinsel’ in Llandudno filled, action packed ‘Turkey and Tinsel’ break in Llandudno. THE MERRION HOTEL, LLANDUDNO ITINERARY With leisure facilities Monday ‘Christmas Eve’: A morning departure for This WTB 3 Star hotel, family owned and run is your journey to Llandudno. After dinner entertainment with situated in a prime town centre location on the live music. promenade nestling between the twin headlands of Tuesday ‘Christmas Day’: Breakfast with a gift from the Great and Little Ormes overlooking the Victorian ‘Santa’, afternoon bingo or quiz. After a Gala Christmas pier and Llandudno Bay. All bedrooms are en-suite Dinner there is live entertainment and dancing. with central heating, TV, telephone and tea and coffee Wednesday ‘Boxing Day’: After breakfast a short making facilities. Attractive dining room, lounge and excursion. Evening dinner is followed by live entertainment bar with entertainment every evening. Lift to all floors. and dancing Thursday ‘New Year’s Eve’: After breakfast a DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE short excursion. New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner is followed by Mon 17 Nov 14 TTL1711 4 5 £359 entertainment and dancing. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Friday: After breakfast depart for your journey home SEE ALSO LLANDUDNO PAGE NO 25 NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER arriving late afternoon / early evening. Deposit required: £50.00 The hotel reserves the right to amend the itinerary if Price is based on shared Twin/Double accommodation with necessary. en-suite facilities, breakfast, dinner, all of the above programme Insurance premium required: £22.00 and coach travel. (payable with deposit)

For a festive pre-Christmas break why not shake off those winter blues and join us for a Turkey and ‘Turkey & Tinsel’ in Sidmouth Tinsel break in Sidmouth This festive break celebrates ‘Christmas Eve’, THE ROYAL YORK & FAULKNER HOTEL ‘Christmas Day’, and ‘Boxing Day’ and includes traditional Christmas dinner with crackers and novelties, carols from the local choir, candlelit dinner, A firm favourite with our customers for many quiz and dancing to live music. years this AA 2 Star family-run hotel has been owned by the same family for over fifty FREE EXCURSIONS years. Situated at the centre of the Esplanade Two free short day excursions will be offered. it overlooks the sea and is adjacent to the shopping centre. Lounge Bar with sea view, sea DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE view lounge, reading room, café bar and sea view Tue 2 Dec 14 TTS0212 4 5 £355 restaurant. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, radio, telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON making facilities. Entertainment five nights a NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS week. Aspara Spa with hydrotherapy pool, steam Deposit required: £50.00 room and sauna. Therapists offer a wide range Insurance premium required: £22.00 of beauty treatments (at extra cost). Full sized (payable with deposit) snooker table. Lifts to all floors.

Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, all of the above programme and coach travel.

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St Anne’s-on-Sea, situated on the Fylde coast, is one of Lancashire’s premier resorts just along the coast from Blackpool. For those of you who wish to get away for Christmas - why not join us for a fun-filled holiday in St Anne’s-on-Sea.

ITINERARY Tuesday: A morning departure to St Anne’s-on- Sea. Sherry and mince pies are served on arrival; you then have time to relax before dinner and dancing. Wednesday: - Christmas Eve: Breakfast is served between 8.30am and 10.00am. There is the opportunity of a short excursion by coach before returning to your hotel for lunch. Bingo is offered in the afternoon followed by dinner and dancing. Thursday: - Christmas Day: ‘Happy Christmas to you all‘ Breakfast is served Christmas in St Anne’s between 8.30am and 10.00am. At lunchtime Christmas lunch is served followed by the Queen’s (Full Board) speech and bingo. In the evening enjoy an exotic buffet followed by dancing. INN ON THE PROM AT THE FERNLEA DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Friday: - Boxing Day: Breakfast is served between 8.30am and 10.00am. Lunch is followed by HOTEL, ST ANNE’S-ON-SEA Tue 23 Dec 14 CSA2312 4 5 £489 With leisure facilities a Christmas Hat competition and bingo. Dinner and entertainment in the evening. Situated opposite the South Promenade this family SEE ALSO BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATION PAGE NO 9 owned RAC 3 Star Hotel is perfectly placed for your Saturday 27th December: After breakfast SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON comfort and convenience. Restaurant, ballroom, bid a fond farewell and make your journey home comfortable lounges and bar. All bedrooms are NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT – LIMITED NUMBER arriving late afternoon. en-suite with TV, radio, telephone, hairdryer, trouser Boutique rooms (on request): press and tea and coffee making facilities. Leisure £ 42.00 Twin/Double £84.00 Single facilities with indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna, Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £22.00 gym, squash court and solarium. Lift. (payable with deposit)

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This delightful new Christmas tour is ideally located at Redworth Hall Hotel – a popular hotel with our clients with roaring log fires and a lovely ambience. A full entertainment programme and in-house pantomime completes the holiday.

ITINERARY Tuesday: A morning departure to Redworth Hall where tea, coffee and scones are served on arrival. You then have time to relax before dinner and entertainment. Wednesday - Christmas Eve: After breakfast there is the opportunity of a short excursion by coach before returning to your hotel for lunch. In the afternoon join in the ‘Get to know Redworth’ NEW! photograph quiz or watch a film in one of the lounges before tea, coffee and cake whilst listening Christmas at Redworth Hall to Carol singers ensure you get in the Christmas spirit! Dinner is served followed by hot chocolate and mince pies. (Full Board and in-house Pantomime) Thursday - Christmas Day: ‘Happy Christmas to you all‘ After breakfast enjoy a stroll PUMA REDWORTH HALL HOTEL DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE around the 150 acres of grounds or relax with a dip in the pool before a traditional four-course lunch and Premium with leisure facilities Tues 23 Dec 14 CRH2312 4 5 £529 Sitting in 150 acres of superb woodland this a visit from Santa! After the Queen’s speech there is beautiful country hotel is a Jacobean Manor House SEE ALSO REDWORTH PAGE 12 AND NEW YEAR a quiz, competition and bingo before dinner and live which dates back to 1693. It is situated in Redworth REDWORTH PAGE NO 31 music and dancing. Friday - Boxing Day: After breakfast either join in 20 miles from Durham in County Durham. The SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON hall retains many of its original features, namely the treasure hunt around the grounds or watch a film Single room £100.00 in one of the lounges. After a light lunch it’s off to the magnificent galleried Baronial Great Hall and Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £22.00 ‘Redworth Races’ (in house races). After a 4 course ornate spiral stone staircase. Pleasant restaurant, (payable with deposit) banquet dinner (set menu) there is a traditional lounges and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite with in-house Boxing Day Panto with much ‘he’s behind TV, trouser press, hairdryer and tea and coffee you’ as the Panto Company entertains you with their making facilities. Leisure facilities include an indoor spectacular show. swimming pool, sauna, steam room, fully equipped Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities Saturday 27th December: After breakfast bid gym, fitness studio for classes and outdoor tennis including 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 evening dinners, entertainment, pantomime and coach travel a fond farewell and make your journey home arriving courts. Lift to most bedrooms. in the afternoon. 30 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page) PRE-CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS MARKETS, CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR

The Scots are renowned for their celebration of New Year ‘ Hogmanay’. For a New Year’s holiday with a difference join us on our fun-filled five- day break. Stirling is Scotland’s newest city and one of its most historic. Its Castle and Old Town meet the cutting-edge culture of a contemporary University City. There is so much to see and your hotel is ideally situated to explore the city and just minutes from Stirling Castle where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned and eight Scottish sieges took place. You’ll also find the Church of the Holy Rude, founded in 1129, and reported to be the only other surviving church in the UK, apart from Westminster Abbey, to have held a coronation, and the Wallace Monument which stands tall above the city. With a good selection of excursions this New Year tour has something for all!

ITINERARY Monday: A morning departure you take a scenic journey north to your hotel. Afternoon tea will be Hogmanay in Stirling, Edinburgh, served on arrival followed by dinner in the evening. Loch Katrine and The Trossachs Tuesday: After breakfast a full day to Scotland’s capital city Edinburgh. You have time for shopping and sightseeing before returning to your hotel for dinner and entertainment. THE PUMA STIRLING HIGHLAND Wednesday - New Years Eve: After breakfast a HOTEL, STIRLING DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE scenic excursion first visit Bridge of Allan, a beautiful With leisure facilities historic spa town with a wide variety of one off This prestigious 4 star hotel is situated in the heart Mon 29 Dec 14 HH2912 4 5 £509 boutique shops, cafés and delicatessens. You then of Stirling. Dating back to 1854, when it was the head to Callander before returning via Loch Katrine city’s High School, the hotel is steeped in Scottish SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON history and boasts a full working Observatory. You and through the Trossachs. In the evening you have Single Supplement: £120.00 can dine in Scholar’s Restaurant or relax with a a champagne reception and four course dinner Deposit required: £50.00 followed by dancing to a Ceilidh band until the early drink in The Headmaster’s Study. All contemporary Insurance premium required: £22.00 hours. bedrooms retain charm and character, are light (payable with deposit) Thursday – New Year’s Day: No need to get up and airy and include a seating area with easy early as the hotel will provide breakfast until 1.00pm. chairs and coffee table. All bedrooms are en-suite You then have a full day at leisure – get some fresh air with TV, hairdryer, iron & board and tea and coffee on the Stirling Treasure Trail or visit the January sales. making facilities. To complete your stay you can Dinner is followed by entertainment and dancing. be pampered in the hotel’s Beauty Rooms which Friday: After breakfast a scenic journey home offer a wide range of spa and beauty treatments. arriving late afternoon / early evening. The Health Club offers swimming pool, sauna, The price is based on shared Twin/Double accommodation The hotel reserves the right to amend the above steam room, spa pool, gym and squash courts. Lift with en-suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, the above programme and coach travel. itinerary if necessary to 1st and 3rd floor only

This delightful new New Year tour is ideally NEW! New Year at Redworth Hall located at Redworth Hall Hotel – a popular hotel with our clients with roaring log fires and a lovely (Full Board) ambience

ITINERARY PUMA REDWORTH HALL HOTEL Tuesday: A morning departure to Redworth Hall Premium with leisure facilities where tea, coffee and scones are served on arrival. Sitting in 150 acres of superb woodland this beautiful You then have time to relax before dinner and country hotel is a Jacobean Manor House which dates entertainment. back to 1693. It is situated in Redworth 20 miles from Wednesday – New Year’s Eve: After breakfast Durham in County Durham. The hall retains many of there is the opportunity of a short excursion by its original features, namely the magnificent galleried coach before returning to your hotel for lunch. In Baronial Great Hall and ornate spiral stone staircase. the afternoon join in the ‘Get to know Redworth’ Pleasant restaurant, lounges and bar. All bedrooms photograph quiz or watch a film in one of the are en-suite with TV, trouser press, hairdryer and tea lounges. After a Buck’s Fizz reception you have a 4 and coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include course New Year Gala Dinner (set menu) followed by an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, fully dancing and confetti cannons to herald the New Year. equipped gym, fitness studio for classes and outdoor Thursday – New Year’s: ‘Happy New Year tennis courts. Lift to most bedrooms. to you all’ After breakfast enjoy a stroll around DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE the 150 acres of grounds or relax with a dip in the pool before a light lunch. In the afternoon it’s off to Tue 30 Dec 14 NYR3012 3 4 £399 ‘Redworth Races’ (in house races). After a 3 course SEE ALSO REDWORTH PAGE 12 AND CHRISTMAS buffet dinner enjoy some relaxing entertainment from REDWORTH PAGE 30 the resident Jazz saxophonist. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Friday: After breakfast bid a fond farewell and make your journey home arriving in the afternoon. Single Supplement: £75.00 Deposit required: £50.00 Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities Insurance premium required: £22.00 including 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 evening dinners, (payable with deposit) entertainment and coach travel

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Ballachulish – entertainment every night, glass of wine with dinner each night and three drinks vouchers per person per day!! Scotland’s Central Highlands, with vivid landscapes of mountains, the glens, forests, lochs, dramatic seascapes and legends galore are sure to enchant you. This area of West Highlands spreads around Fort William, and its mountain Ben Nevis, south to the peaks of Glencoe, across Loch Linnhe the wolds of Ardgour, Ardnamurchan, Morvern and Moidart.

ITINERARY Sunday: An early morning departure for a scenic journey north to Ballachulish with tea, coffee and shortbread on arrival. Drinks reception, dinner and entertainment in hotel. Monday: After breakfast a full day scenic excursion. You journey to Oban and Seil Island before heading NEW! down to Lochilphead. Return along the shores of Loch Fyne, via Inveraray, through Glen Aray, the pass of Deluxe Spring Highland Fling (Drinks included) Brander and along the shores of Loch Etive. Dinner and entertainment in hotel. Tuesday: After breakfast a full scenic day excursion DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE to the beautiful peninsula of Ardnamurchan and a THE ISLES OF GLENCOE HOTEL, magnificent seven lochs tour inc. Lochs Sunart, Sheil, Sun 16 Mar 14 HFB1603 4 5 BALLACHULISH, NR FORT WILLIAM £289 Ailor, Eilt, Eil and Linnhe. Dinner and entertainment in With leisure facilities hotel. Almost afloat, this STB 3 Star hotel nestles on the SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Wednesday: After breakfast visit Fort William before returning to your hotel mid afternoon. Dinner and side of a peninsula reaching into Loch Leven with Single room £48.00 entertainment in hotel. 1 ½ miles of water frontage and dramatic views Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £22.00 Thursday: After breakfast bid a fond farewell and of Glencoe. Beautiful Loch side restaurant with (payable with deposit) journey home arriving late afternoon. dramatic mountain views, informal bar and lounge areas. All modern and spacious bedrooms are en- suite with lovely views, telephone, TV and tea and Price is based on accommodation with en-suite facilities coffee making facilities. Leisure facilities include including breakfast, dinner, glass of wine with dinner, 3 drinks indoor pool, sauna and gym. No lift – only 2 floors – vouchers per person per day, nightly entertainment and coach travel. ground floor rooms available.

An opportunity to visit the ever popular and exciting Edinburgh Military Tattoo, staying at the 4 star Glynhill Hotel at Renfrew on the outskirts of Glasgow. PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR COACH IS UNABLE TO TAKE CLIENTS UP TO THE CASTLE FOR THE TATTOO - MAY BE UNSUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH SEVERE WALKING DIFFICULTIES - PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE FOR DETAILS

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Picturesque Oban, “Gateway to the Isles” with its harbour, surrounded by sweeping mountains is the perfect setting to explore the West Highlands and Islands. On this tour you will step back in history on the sacred Isle of Iona, enjoy a magical sea crossing to the Isle of Mull, as well as sampling the enchantment and true beauty of Seil Island.

The Isle of Mull is one of the top places to ‘go wild’ in Scotland. This is a wild and beautiful island with over 300 miles of dramatic scenic coastline and stunning beaches which rise to the peak of Mull’s highest mountain, Ben More, at 3,000 feet. Mull is a nature lover’s dream with wildlife galore, watch a range of wonderful species in their natural habitats - otters in rocky coves, sea eagles on cliff tops with dolphins, whales, basking sharks and seals in the waters below. With a population of 3000, on an island fifty miles from north to south, Mull is one of the largest Hebridean Islands, but like them all is sparsely populated. DDED VAL A UE

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This boats and trains tour in the vast and unspoilt Highland region is sure to delight! Based in the epicentre of Highland grandeur, a short distance from Inverness this tour captures all the great things this magnificent, vast area has to offer. Enjoy a cruise on a glass bottom boat around part of Skye, experience the wonders of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle before a jaw-dropping journey on a mountain railway to the highest restaurant in the UK to take in the glorious views of the Cairngorm Mountains.

ITINERARY Monday: An early morning departure for your journey north on a scenic route to Scotland. You head past Pitlochry and Aviemore to Boat of Garten for four nights dinner, bed & breakfast. Tuesday: Loch Ness and Urquart Castle: After breakfast journey to Inverness for a morning shopping and sightseeing before a short journey to the Loch Ness Clansman Harbour. Here you board the cruiser to take you out onto the Loch to Urquhart Castle (boat and entrance included). Return by boat to the harbour to board your coach and return to your hotel for dinner. Wednesday: Isle of Skye and Glass Bottom cruise: After breakfast head to the Isle of Skye – this journey is particularly scenic and remote. At Kyle of Lochalsh you climb aboard Seaprobe Atlantis, a glass bottom boat for a cruise heading underneath Skye Bridge and out to Seal Island. You’ll have a chance to see the local wildlife above and below the water, such as seals and jelly fish. There is always a very good chance of seeing otters, seals and puffins. Some trips, depending on tides, include a chance to explore the amazing WW11 shipwreck HMS Napier – a 500 ft minelayer that sank in 1942. Hear the exciting story of how she met her end. Afterwards head over the bridge and on to Skye before returning to the hotel in time for dinner.

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This privately owned small hotel, renowned for a friendly welcome food is located in Boat of Garten. The hotel offers pleasant restaurant, sitting areas and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer, iron and tea and coffee making facilities. No lift – 2 floors – no ground floor rooms.

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Unspoilt seas and landscapes, bountiful wildlife, outstanding archaeology and over 5000 years of history – the Orkneys, an archipelago of over 70 islands. The holiday highlight is a day’s guided tour of this amazing island visiting most of the main sites, as well as exploring Perthshire and the Kingdom of Fife along the way.

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THE GOLDEN LION HOTEL, STERLING

Located in the heart of historic Stirling, it has welcomed guests for more than two centuries including royalty and even the national bard, Rabbie Burns. Traditional restaurant, bar and lounge. All refurbished bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.

Price is based on shared twin / double accommodation with en suite facilities, including breakfast, dinner, Orkneys Cruise with guided tour, entry to Castle of Mey and coach travel.

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Based in Fort William this encapsulating holiday is set against a backdrop of Mountains & Glens. You visit the small isles of Muck, Eigg and Rum with its abundant wildlife. Sit back and enjoy a journey on a mountain gondola with amazing views of Ben Nevis and enjoy a day out along Loch Ness to Inverness.

ITINERARY Monday: An early morning departure for your scenic journey north. As you enter the Highlands the scenery is ever changing, journey through majestic Glencoe to Fort William. Dinner in hotel. Tuesday: ‘Loch Ness Circular and Inverness’ After breakfast head along the shores of Loch Ness, visit Fort Augustus at the head of the Loch before passing Urquart Castle, where many ‘supposed’ sightings of Nessie have been made. You head to Inverness, the capital of the highlands for time at leisure before returning along the eastern side of the loch, with open vistas of Lochs and mountains. Dinner in hotel. Wednesday: ‘Small Isles Cruise’ After an early breakfast your journey starts with a fabulous drive along the ‘Road to the Isles’ stopping briefly at Glenfinnan and the Bonnie Prince Charlie Monument. Head to the coastal town of Mallaig for a cruise to the Small Isles. Sit back and relax as the scenery of the small isles of Muck and Eigg is brought to you, with every chance of spotting abundant wildlife with many seabirds, dolphins, seals whales and basking sharks in these waters. On arrival in Rum you some free time and a private tour of lavish Kinloch Castle before returning to the mainland. Dinner in hotel. Thursday: ‘Lochaber and Mountain Gondola’. After breakfast a morning at leisure in Fort William the West Highlands main town. In the afternoon you have a local tour visiting Neptunes Staircase, a series of 8 lock gates on the Caledonian Canal before venturing over to Aonach

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This family run hotel is situated in the centre of Fort William overlooking Loch Linnhe and the Ardgour hills and within easy walking distance of all the shops. Tastefully decorated restaurant and lounge bar overlooking the loch. All bedrooms are en- suite with radio, telephone, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Lift to some floors - 16 stairs access all single rooms.

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This voyage of discovery to Europe’s most remote islands is a true Scottish adventure! See how island lifestyle has little changed over the years being distinctly different from the hustle and bustle of mainland Britain. It is gentler, more relaxing and the spirit of the Isles is inspiring in both its culture and welcome. With the help of accompanying guides experience the islands history, archaeology, folklore, tradition and wildlife. An amazing way to get a taste of these unique northern islands, as well as taking in the unfolding landscapes as you journey through Scotland.

The Orkney Islands lie off the northern tip of Scotland. Of the islands less than one third are inhabited. The majority of people live on Orkney’s largest island referred to as “The Mainland” which is where you stay on this magical tour. Most first-time visitors to Orkney experience a pleasant culture shock; there are no fast food chains, the local produce has a freshness of flavour, the nearest motorway is 200 miles away, the night sky is virtually as it was thousands of years ago untinged by city lighting and there are starscapes unseen in most of mainland Britain. There are villages, burial chambers and standing stones built DDED VAL A UE before the pyramids, vast colonies of unusual birds, E U A L D A D extraordinary landscapes: sea-pounded cliffs, rich green E V

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All cabins are inside with colonies of gulls and gannets are breathtaking. Seldom 5,000 years of history. Visit the World Heritage sites of en-suite facilities. anywhere will you find the freedom and friendship that Skara Brae, Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, plus still exists. Skaill House, Churchill Barriers, Italian Chapel, Scapa STROMNESS HOTEL, STROMNESS, Flow. Lunch at leisure in Kirkwall and visit St. Magnus ORKNEY Cathedral. Return to your hotel for dinner. ITINERARY Wednesday: ‘Inverness & Northern Located right on the side of the harbour looking Saturday: A morning departure you head north Highlands’ After a leisurely breakfast depart the out towards Scapa Flow this hotel has a historical through the Borders and into Perthshire to Dunkeld for Orkney Isles for the short crossing to the mainland feel about it. The hotel has a lounge bar with dinner and overnight stay. landing at Scrabster by Thurso. Heading south the picturesque harbour views, bar, restaurant and well Sunday: ‘Cruise Aberdeen to Shetlands’ road hugs the coastline affording panoramic views kept Victorian garden. All bedrooms are en-suite After breakfast visit the University town of St Andrews, of both sea and Highland moorlands, passing Wick, with TV, telephone and tea and coffee making famous for its Royal connections, being the home of golf Helmsdale, Brora with its sandy beaches & “fairytale” facilities. Lift to all floors. and its historical links with its Abbey and quaint town Dunrobin Castle. You head over the causeway to centre. You then have a visit to the vibrant city of Dundee Inverness with time free for shopping and sightseeing. ANGUS HOTEL, BLAIRGOWRIE on the shoreline of the Firth of Tay before you head to Your journey south continues with ever changing With leisure facilities Aberdeen for a 17.00hrs sailing to Shetlands on either landscapes unfolding as you pass through the This family owned and run 3 star hotel in located the MV Hjaltland or Hrossey. Important: All passengers mountainous Spey Valley and into Perthshire. Arrive at in the pretty county town of Blairgowrie. Pleasant must have photographic ID at check in. Dinner on board. Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie for dinner and overnight stay. restaurant, lounge and bar. All bedrooms are en-suite N.B.– It is advisable to take a smaller overnight bag Thursday After breakfast journey home after a with TV, radio, hairdryer and tea and coffee making into your cabin for the one-night stay (and leave your memorable visit to the Northern Isles - a true world facilities. Leisure facilities include swimming pool, larger case on your coach). apart! Arrive home in the evening. spa bath, sauna and solarium. Lift. Monday: “Shetlands Tour” Wake up in Lerwick. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE After breakfast join your coach and meet your guide BIRNHAM HOTEL, BIRNHAM, DUNKELD for the day. You have a full day sightseeing taking Sat 28 Jun 14 SC2806 5 6 £679 in the unspoilt coastline with huge cliffs and an Located in Birnham near Dunkeld in the stunning abundance of wildlife including puffins. See Shetland Perthshire countryside this family owned and run SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Ponies and the outstanding site of Jarlshof in the south offers elegance and good old-fashioned Scottish and Scalloway Castle and Museum. You have time free hospitality. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, Single room: £94.00 Deposit required: £50.00 in the island’s capital - Lerwick. Return to your ship telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. Insurance premium required: £27.25 late afternoon return to your ship, with dinner served Pleasant restaurant, lounge and bar. Lift to all (payable with deposit) on board, arriving in Orkneys at 2300hrs and transfer floors. to the harbour side Stromness Hotel, Stromness for 2 nights bed & breakfast and one dinner. Price is based on 5 nights dinner, bed & breakfast in shared Twin / Double accommodation (4 nights in hotels and 1 night in cabin on ship) with en-suite facilities including, entrance to guided attractions, full day guided tour of Shetlands, full day guided tour of Orkneys, ferry crossings and coach travel.

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The Isle of Lewis: The largest of the Outer Hebrides has many spectacular sandy beaches and a rugged coastline. The Standing Stones of Callanish date back over 4000 years. These stones, some over 4m high, are arranged in a huge cross with a circle in the middle. The positions of the stones appear to relate to the moon in the night sky, however no one really knows who built them or what they were for. There is wonderful scenery, sandy bays, sheer cliffs, peaty moorlands, crofting

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Originally designed and built in the 19th century this hotel is one of the most enviably located hotels in Argyll and Bute. It is situated at the foot of the ‘Arrochar Alps’ on the shores of Loch Long, 2 miles from Loch Lomond. All bedrooms are en-suite with Magnificent Outer Hebrides Odyssey TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Pleasant restaurant, lounge and bar with Loch views. Lift. Isles of Barra, Eriskay, South Uist, North Uist, Benbecula, Harris and Lewis THE ISLE OF BARRA HOTEL, ISLE OF ITINERARY This magical tour explores seven magical BARRA Tuesday: A morning departure from your agreed unspoilt islands of The Outer Hebrides. A pick up point taking a scenic journey north through once in a lifetime experience !! This STB 3 star hotel is situated in a rural location the Borderlands and into the Trossachs to the two miles from Castlebay overlooking a beautiful Arrochar Hotel, Arrochar for dinner and overnight Isle of Barra: Lying at the southerly tip of the wide white sandy bay washed by the Atlantic accommodation. Outer Isles, Barra is probably best known for its Ocean. This 70’s style family-run hotel offers an oasis of calm with a wonderful atmosphere provided Wednesday: After breakfast journey along the golden beaches, sandy grasslands, wild flowers by friendly island staff. All bedrooms are en-suite shores of Loch Lomond and through the Trossachs and rugged interior. On arrival at Castlebay, Barra’s with TV and tea and coffee making facilities. There National Park to Oban for an early afternoon main harbour town, you’ll see the island’s most is a pleasant public bar, cocktail bar, lounge and crossing to Castlebay, Isle of Barra (crossing time famous landmark, Kisimul Castle. The island has a sea view restaurant. No lift – only 2 floors. approx. 5 hours). Transfer to the Isle of Barra Hotel population of around 1300 with many residents still speaking Gaelic. for two nights dinner, bed and breakfast THE DARK ISLAND HOTEL, LINICLATE, The Uists: Here you find broad, long and mostly Thursday: After breakfast a full day at leisure on ISLE OF BENBECULA Barra. Dinner in hotel empty beaches and sheltered bays. Bordering the beaches is the machair - wildflower meadows This STB 3 star hotel is situated near the coast in Friday: After breakfast a morning crossing to The that bring a burst of colour to the Islands during a rural location in the centre of the island in the Isle of Eriskay and onto South Uist via a causeway. the summer months. Rare and protected species small village of Liniclate, a unique setting for a Continue north, passing Flora Macdonald’s cottage of wildflower thrive and the image of meadows, peaceful stay. Traditional island hospitality, with where she hid Bonnie Prince Charlie and then from white beaches and the sea beyond is one that Gaelic speaking staff, provides a true Hebridean South Uist to the Dark Island Hotel, Benbecula for will stay with you long after your visit. South Uist, experience. All bedrooms are en-suite with dinner and overnight stay. the larger of the two islands, is the only one with telephone, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Saturday: After breakfast travel through hills of significant height, concentrated on the east There is a pleasant lounge bar, public bar and No lift Benbecula and North Uist for a mid-day crossing side. The west is beautiful machair land, a carpet – only 2 floors – ground floor rooms available. to South Harris. Journey through Harris and of wild flowers above a beautiful sandy beach that view the ‘Castaway’ Island of Taransay, then via runs more or less continuously from one end of the THE CABARFEIDH HOTEL, STORNOWAY, Leverburgh, Rodel 16th century church, Scarasta island to the other. South Uist is a birdwatcher’s ISLE OF LEWIS and Luskentyre beaches, freshwater lochs and paradise where countless varieties of waterfowl, steep rocky glens of Harris to The Cabarfeidh Hotel seabirds, waders, and moorland birds can be This AA 3 Star and STB 5 crown commended in Stornoway for two nights dinner, bed & breakfast. found. hotel is situated in its own eight acre grounds on Sunday: After breakfast a full day scenic excursion Benbecula is the main stepping-stone between the outskirts of Stornoway overlooking the golf to experience life in the Hebrides. We include North and South Uist and is almost completely course. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer, coastal scenery, sheer cliffs, sandy bays, peaty flat apart from one small hill. The main village of trouser press, telephone and tea and coffee making moorlands and the famous stone circles, crofting Balivanich is home to many of the island’s 1700 facilities. There is a restaurant, bar, conservatory, museums and ancient thatched “blackhouses”. residents. The main road north through South Uist bistro and lounge. Lift. Monday: After breakfast a morning at leisure in leaves Benbecula, on a causeway that touches THE PRIORY HOTEL, BEAULY Stornoway, perhaps visit Lewis Castle, Western the little island of Grimsay, before sweeping over Isles Museum, Lewis Loom Center or an art gallery another causeway into North Uist. This hotel is situated in the picturesque village before an early afternoon crossing to Ullapool Isle of Harris: Almost separated from Lewis square of Beauly 12 miles west of Inverness. All (crossing time 2 ¾ hours). Continue on a scenic by the deep incisions of Loch Seaforth and Loch bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio, journey south to The Priory Hotel, Beauly for dinner Resort, the landscape of Harris is mountainous. An hairdryer, trouser press and tea and coffee making and overnight stay. Clisham, at 2,622 feet, is the highest mountain in facilities. There is a restaurant, lounge and bar. Lift. Tuesday: After breakfast a scenic journey through the Western Isles. The rocky east coast contrasts the Highlands and Border Counties with time to sharply with the more fertile west coast, which has DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE reflect on the wonderful, unforgettable things you many superb beaches, some of which stretch for Tue 29 Jul 14 SC2907 7 8 £819 have encountered arriving home early evening. miles. The Island of Taransay, made famous by the BBC documentary set there, lies off the western coast of the Harris. 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An inspiring holiday with a ride on the famous Highland railway and beautiful scenery. A highlight of the tour is a cruise along the Isle of Jura coastline with the chance of spotting an abundance of wildlife including dolphins, seals, basking sharks, eagles and whales with amazing views of the mainland and the small isles.

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This popular tour offers a taste of the Highlands based in the large village of Kingussie in the magnificent Spey Valley in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, a land dominated by rock and stream, river & mountain, history & heritage. We include a journey on the ‘Jacobite’ Steam train, a visit to the Highland Wildlife Park, a ride on the Cairngorm Funicular Railway and a Royal Deeside.

The “Jacobite” Steam Railway: One of the great railway journeys of the world this 42-mile trip takes you past impressive extremes. It starts near Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain, visits the most westerly mainland railway station (Arisaig), then passes by the deepest freshwater loch in Britain (Loch Morar), the shortest river in Britain (River Morar) and finally arrives at the deepest seawater loch in Europe- Loch Nevis. It passes Glenfinnan where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard in 1745, crosses the famous 21 arch Glenfinnan Viaduct, used in Harry Potter movies, offers wonderful views down Loch Shiel and beyond to the villages of Lochailort, Arisaig, Morar and Mallaig. On a clear day from Arisaig you can see the “Small Isles” of Rum, Eigg, Muck, Canna and the southern tip of Skye. From there the train passes Morar and the silvery beaches used in the films “Highlander” and “Local Hero” The final destination is Mallaig, a thriving fishing community. There is plenty to see and do while in the village before the return journey to Fort William. The Highland Wildlife Park is where you can see Scotland’s wildlife past and present in the spectacular scenery of their natural Highland habitat, marvel at the herds of majestic red deer and magnificent Highland Cattle along with bison and ancient breeds of sheep The Cairngorm Funicular Railway is the country’s highest and fastest mountain railway. The spectacular panoramic views from the terrace of the Ptarmigan Restaurant, nestled just under the summit of Cairn Gorm, together with the mountain exhibition

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40 www.andrews-of-tideswell.co.uk FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page) SCOTTISH HOLIDAYS, SHORT BREAKS AND WEEKENDS This two-centre tour is based in the West Highlands on the Atlantic coastline. A unique tour experiencing the beauty of the Hebridean Islands and the rugged West Coast. Two cruises are included - one to the mystical isles of Rum and Eigg and the second a Summer Isles cruise with every opportunity of seeing abundant wildlife including whales, dolphins, basking sharks, seals and more. Together with stunning scenery this is a holiday not to be missed! N.B. DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE VISITS ON THIS HOLIDAY IT MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH MOBILITY DIFFICULTIES.

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There are many famous and historical places in Scotland and the Firth of Forth and Clyde have had an impact on Scotland’s proud heritage. On this leisurely but action packed tour you will cruise on one of Scotland’s most beautiful Lochs, be hoisted over 35 metres by the worlds only boat lift, visit the famous Royal Yacht Britannia, see Loch Lomond

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THE PUMA STIRLING HIGHLAND HOTEL, STIRLING With leisure facilities This prestigious 4 star hotel is situated in the heart of Stirling. Dating back to 1854, when it was the DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE city’s High School, the hotel is steeped in Scottish Thu 9 Oct 14 SC0910 4 5 £419 history and boasts a full working Observatory. You can dine in Scholar’s Restaurant or relax with a drink in The Headmaster’s Study. All contemporary bedrooms retain charm and character, are light SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON and airy and include a seating area with easy Single room £120.00 chairs and coffee table. All bedrooms are en-suite Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £22.00 with TV, hairdryer, iron & board and tea and coffee (payable with deposit) making facilities. To complete your stay you can be pampered in the hotel’s Beauty Rooms which offer a wide range of spa and beauty treatments. The Price is based on shared twin / double accommodation with Health Club offers swimming pool, sauna, steam en-suite facilities, including breakfast, dinner, cruise on Loch Katrine, ride on Falkirk Wheel and boat lift, entrance to Royal room, spa pool, gym and squash courts. Lift to 1st Yacht Britannia, Dunoon to Gourock ferry and coach travel. and 3rd floor only

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A delightful tour that mixes the proud history of the Celts with beautiful scenic drives. Explore the Ayrshire coast with visits to Ayr and Turnberry with its long sandy beaches and the magnificent Renaissance styled Drumlanrig Castle & Gardens. The highlight of the holiday is a short sea sailing to the “Emerald Isle” with a visit to the Titanic centre - discover the story and tragedy of the Titanic and afterwards find out more about Belfast. A holiday filled with hidden gems.

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MENZIES HOTEL, IRVINE SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Single room: £60.00 Deposit required: £50.00 Located on the outskirts of Irvine in Ayrshire this Insurance premium required: £22.00 4 star hotel has undergone a major refurbishment (payable with deposit) and has a contemporary feel. Pleasant brasserie restaurant, lounge and bar. All spacious and modern bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer, Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with en- iron and board and tea and coffee making facilities. suite facilities including breakfast, dinner, entrance to Drumlanrig No lift – only ground and 1st floor – ground floor Castle and gardens, evening entertainment with a Scottish themed night, return high speed ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast and Larne rooms available. to Troon, entrance to Belfast’s Titanic Centre and coach travel.

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with sparsely populated fishing villages surrounded by bleak moorland. You take a boat to stunning Ilnacullin, known locally as Garinish Island, with its beautiful gardens. Seals can often be seen on rocky outcrops during the ten-minute crossing (ferry and gardens included in price). Located in the sheltered harbour of Glengarriff, Garinish is a tranquil small island of 37 acres, known to horticulturists and lovers of trees and shrubs all around the world, as an island garden of rare beauty. Even for those who are not particularly interested in gardens, Garinish is an attractive place to visit. The scenery is spectacular as you get a panoramic view of Glengarriff, the Beara Peninsula and Sheep’s Head. For those who wish to relax the island has a welcoming café for teas, snacks and light meals. A most scenic day out. Dinner in hotel. Tuesday: After breakfast a full day scenic excursion with a local guide around the Ring of Kerry. You’ll witness some of Ireland’s most spectacular coastal and mountain scenery including the beauty spots of Ladies View, Macgilcuddy’s Reeks and Molls Gap. Drive via the peninsula’s main town Caherciveen, Glenbeigh, with its bog DDED VAL A UE village and the pretty village of Killorglin. Dinner in E U A L D A D V E hotel.

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THE ECCLES HOTEL, GLENGARRIFF ITINERARY Saturday: A morning departure to Holyhead for This hotel is beautifully situated on the shores of the Fast Ferry crossing (2 hours) to Dublin. Transfer Glengarriff harbour overlooking Bantry Bay and to the Maldron Hotel, Portlaoise for dinner and is one of the oldest established hotels in Ireland. overnight stay. Nestled against a backdrop of breathtaking Sunday: After breakfast head to Blarney Castle views, this 250 year-old hotel sees the blend of its built nearly six hundred years ago by one of rich history combined with modern amenities to Ireland’s greatest chieftains Cormac MacCarthy ensure your stay is one of comfort. Restaurant with (entrance included). Over the years millions have panoramic views of Bantry Bay, lounge and bar. All flocked to Blarney making it a world landmark and bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. It’s popularity and tea and coffee making facilities. Lift. maybe helped by the Blarney Stone, the legendary Stone of Eloquence, at the top of the Tower. Kiss it THE TULFARRIS HOTEL & GOLF and you’ll never again be lost for words. Everyone RESORT, BLESSINGTON LAKES from Sir Walter Scott to a host of American presidents, world leaders, and international Located at Blessington Lakes in Co Wicklow this entertainers have been eager to take advantage. delightful hotel offers deluxe guestrooms with If people come for the Stone many stay for the stunning views across the Blessington Lakes mystical and beautiful Rock Close and gardens. and Wicklow Mountains. Beautiful restaurant Continue to the Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff for three with panoramic views over the golf course and nights dinner, bed and breakfast. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Blessington Lakes, lounge and bar. All bedrooms Monday: A full day excursion including Sat 17 May 14 SI1705 5 6 £499 are en-suite with TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer and Castletown, the rugged Beara Peninsula and tea and coffee making facilities. Lift. Garinish Island. This remote peninsula is dotted SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Single Room £90.00 Price is based on shared Twin/Double accommodation with en-suite facilities including breakfast and dinner (one night Portlaoise, three nights Glengarriff and one night Blessington) and includes boat ride to Garinish Island, entrance to Blarney Castle and coach Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £40.70 and ferry travel. (payable with deposit)

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We are pleased to offer this delightful new tour that offers an ideally balanced all round trip to Southern Ireland, covering the different types of sights and attractions that encapsulates the essentials of the Emerald Isle’s unique charm and culture. Visit the beautiful Wicklow Mountains, experience Mayo and Connemara Ireland’s most wild and scenic region and the famous Cliff’s of Moher with dramatic and spectacular coastal scenery ITINERARY Sunday: Anglesey to Ireland. A morning departure to Holyhead in Anglesey for a cruise ferry crossing to Dublin. Continue into County Wicklow arriving late afternoon at the Tulfarris Hotel and Resort at Blessington Lakes for 2 nights dinner, bed & breakfast Monday: Wicklow Wonders & Powerscourt. After breakfast a full day excursion into the Wicklow Mountains. You start with a visit to delightful Powerscourt House & Gardens, followed by a scenic drive into the mountains via the Wicklow Gap, DDED VAL A UE passing the ruins of Glendalough Monastic Settlement. E U A L D A D V E You have some time at leisure in the Ballykissangel D D

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Belfast is a city where you will find a past that still breathes; in squares, avenues and streets of magnificent Victorian and Edwardian architecture; in atmospheric old pubs and markets; in the humour and stories of its people and in the docks where the magic that created the world’s most famous ship, Titanic, still lingers. Down by that same water

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The wind This 3 star hotel is set overlooking the Atlantic city of Londonderry for a guided walking tour. has honed the hills and mountains, the huge Ocean in the centre of delightful seaside town of Situated on the banks of the river Foyle, Derry is the skies give that special light which is mirrored Portrush on the north coast of Ireland. All bedrooms regional capital of the Northwest and is the focal in the lovely lakes and bays. The north coast of are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer, trouser point for some of the most ambitious commercial Ireland is perhaps the most wild and remote of press and tea and coffee making facilities. Pleasant and tourist developments in Northern Ireland. destinations. Northern Donegal is a mosaic of restaurant and lounge bar. Lift to all floors. You then head to the fascinating Ulster American loughs, headlands and heatherclad mountains. Folk Park (entrance included). Continue to the THE ABBEY HOTEL, DONEGAL Abbey Hotel, Donegal for two nights dinner, bed & With leisure facilities The Giant’s causeway a UNESCO World breakfast Heritage site, is one of Ireland’s most interesting The ITB 3 star hotel is situated in the centre of the Wednesday: After breakfast a full day scenic natural phenomena, an extraordinary feature of beautiful coastal town of Donegal ideally situated excursion in the beautiful Glenveagh National hexagonal basalt columns disappearing into the for exploring the rugged North West Coast of Park in the Derryveagh Mountains one of the most sea. These magnificent and unique rock formations Ireland. Pleasant restaurant, lounge and bar with beautiful parks in Ireland (entrance included). have stood for millions of years and are a result live music at weekend evenings All bedrooms Dinner in hotel. of intense volcanic activity which took place at a (many overlooking Donegal Bay and the River time when continents were separating and oceans Thursday: After breakfast head across the width Eske) are en-suite with telephone, TV, radio, forming some 60 million years ago. of north Ireland through the Sperrin Mountains hairdryer, trouser press, iron and board and tea and and along the shores of Loch Neagh to the Europa coffee making facilities. Guest have free use of the The Old Bushmills Distillery in the village Hotel, Belfast for two nights dinner, bed & breakfast. leisure facilities at their next door sister hotel The of Bushmills, on the far northern tip of Ireland, a Abbey. Leisure facilities include swimming pool, place of rugged, untamed beauty is the world’s Friday: After breakfast a morning sightseeing jacuzzi, steamroom and gym. Lift oldest licensed whiskey distillery with a licence to coach tour of Belfast with a qualified guide before distill from 1608. It uses age-old skill and craft to an afternoon at leisure in this fascinating city that EUROPA HOTEL, BELFAST produce some of Ireland’s whiskeys. Most other can easily be explored on foot. Maybe visit the new Irish Whiskeys are distilled in a modern distillery Belfast Titanic located in the heart of Belfast, on the This world famous 4 star hotel is superbly located complex in Midleton, County Cork, at the southern slipways where RMS Titanic was built. Inside this in the heart of Belfast city centre surrounded by end of the island. A unique opportunity to visit iconic building, visitors can re-live the entire Titanic shops, bars, museums and entertainment. Step one of the few working distilleries in Ireland where story from her birth in Belfast to the fateful maiden into the spacious grand foyer and you’ll instantly visitors are invited to view whiskey distilling as it voyage and her eventual discovery on the seabed feel a special warm welcome. Having undergone has been practiced on this site since 1608. (entrance £10.00 - £14.00). Dinner in hotel. major refurbishment it is the preferred choice of Ulster American Folk Park tells the story Saturday: After breakfast depart your hotel to Prime Ministers, Presidents and many celebrities on of emigration from Ulster to America in the 18th Belfast for a mid-day fast ferry sailing (approx. 2 their visit to Belfast. All bedrooms are en-suite with & 19th centuries it provides visitors with a “living hours) to Cairnryan. Journey home arriving approx. TV, telephone, iron and board, hairdryer and tea history” experience on its outdoor site. Costumed 8.00pm onwards and coffee making facilities. Pleasant restaurants, demonstrators carry out their everyday tasks in the In the event of the Fast Ferry not lounges and bars. Lift to all floors. traditional manner in authentically furnished Old operating we reserve the right to and New World buildings. The Ship and Dockside travel by standard ferry DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Gallery features a full-size reconstruction of an early 19th century sailing ship of the type which carried Sun 28 Sep 14 NI 2809 6 7 £559 thousands of emigrants across the Atlantic, a major indoor exhibition “Emigrants” complements the SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON outdoor site. Single Room £152.00 Glenveagh National Park on the eastern Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £40.90 side of the Derryveagh Mountains, in the northwest (payable with deposit) of County Donegal, contains 14,000 hectares of

Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with mountains, raised bogland, lakes, glens and woods en-suite facilities and includes breakfast, dinner (2 nights with a herd of red deer. A Scottish style castle with Portrush, 2 nights Donegal and 2 nights Belfast), entrance its Neo-gothic architecture, ramparts, turrets and to Glenveagh National Park, guided tour of Derry, entrance to Ulster American Folk park, entrance to Giant’s Causeway, round tower is surrounded by one of the finest entrance to Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, guided tour of gardens in Ireland which contrast with the rugged Belfast and all coach and ferry travel. surroundings.

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A delectable feast of breathtaking Alpine scenery is the main ingredient of this wonderful tour, based around Interlaken, the spa town between two lakes, where you can enjoy the perfect base to relax and soak up the full flavour of the lakes, mountains and delightful little towns and villages. Enjoy visits to glaciers and rides on scenic mountain railways, whilst taking in the spectacular views as we cross the majestic Alpine passes. Crystal blue lakes, towering snow covered peaks and rolling meadows all combine to create a tantalising holiday destination.

ITINERARY Saturday: An early morning departure by coach to Dover for a short sea crossing to Calais, travelling to your overnight hotel being the Novotel Reims Tinquex for Dinner, Bed & Buffet Breakfast. NEW! Swiss Lakes & Trains - Interlaken Sunday: Departing after breakfast, we make our journey to the Neuhaus Strandhotel, Interlaken, for 5 NEUHAUS STRANDHOTEL, nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet Breakfast. INTERLAKEN, SWITZERLAND Monday to Thursday: Excursions included in your holiday: - Our hotel is situated directly on the shores of Lake A return mountain train & funicular trip to Murren Thun, next to the Neuhaus Ship Pier. DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE The hotel has a private beach, water sport facilities mountain village Sat 10 May 14 SLT1005 7 8 £819 and a golf course. It offers a restaurant that serves An included morning cog railway trip from local specialities & international dishes. All the Grindelwald to the Klein Scheidegg mountain plateau cosy & comfortable bedrooms are located in two SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON for spectacular views of the famous north face of the buildings and have lake or mountain views, cable Single Supplement: £145.00 Eiger peak. We return to Interlaken for an afternoon TV, telephone & en-suite facilities & hairdryer. Deposit required: £50.00 cruise on Lake Thun Insurance premium required: £40.70 A day to Lucerne’s historic city centre including a (payable with deposit) guided walking tour with free time to explore

Friday: We depart after breakfast and retrace our The price shown is based on Twin/Double accommodation steps to our overnight hotel being the Novotel Reims with en-suite facilities, 7 buffet breakfasts and 7 evening meals, Tinquex for Dinner, Bed and Buffet Breakfast. mountain train ride & funicular to Murren, cog railway to Klein Scheidegg, cruise on Lake Thun, cross Channel sailing to Saturday: Departing after breakfast we travel for and from the Continent, Executive coach travel, excursions as specified and all road tolls. our return crossing Calais to Dover and onwards to your original departure points.

NEW! Dutch Bulbs & Amsterdam Savour the sensational sights of the Dutch Bulbfields and experience the beautiful floral displays in the world famous Keukenhof Gardens at its colourful best. With the historic and picturesque Dutch capital COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOTEL, city of Amsterdam with tree lined canals, cobbled HOOFDDORP. HOLLAND streets, this cosmopolitan city remains one of the most interesting and exciting of all and offers Our 4 star hotel is located in the green surroundings visitors a superb range of attractions. of the Haarlemmermeer Woods. All bedrooms en suite facilities, television & telephone. ITINERARY The hotel also features a restaurant and bar. Friday: An early morning departure by coach to Dover for a short sea crossing to Calais, then travelling to your hotel being the Courtyard by DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Marriott Hotel for 3 nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet Fri 18 Apr 14 DBF1804 3 4 £389 Breakfast. Saturday: A day to explore Amsterdam Sunday: A day to Keukenhof Gardens (Entrance SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON included) Single Supplement: £90.00 Monday: Departing after breakfast, we travel for our Deposit required: £50.00 return crossing Calais to Dover and onwards to your Insurance premium required: £35.25 original departure points. (payable with deposit)

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NEW! Treasures of Tuscany

HOTEL VILLA DELLE ROSE, PESCIA, The heart of Italy beats in Tuscany, a remarkable Piazza del Campo, famous for the annual Palio horse TUSCANY area of unspoiled beauty where historic cities race. After time for you to have some refreshment are set amidst rolling hills, olive groves and (not included), we take a drive south through the lush countryside. The quaint villages and Tuscany countryside to Montalcino for some time Set in a pretty residential area near the heritage magnificent walled towns of Tuscany have grown to explore at leisure. Montalcino is one of the great town of Pescia, known as the “Town of Flowers”, and prospered over the centuries thanks to Tuscan hilltop towns and famous for its historic amidst the verdant rolling landscapes between the fertility of its cherished land and with this buildings and also renowned for its “Brunello” wines. Pisa & Florence. The Villa Delle Rose has prosperity has risen an unparalleled reputation A visit to the medieval walled town of San Gimignano, for excellent wine and cuisine. This fabulous extended from a splendid little 18th century famous for its towers. During your visit, you could Holiday has been specially created to give you taste the Vernaccia, a local wine before you have free villa and has wonderful grounds with garden, a wonderful insight into the delights of Tuscany time to visit one of the town’s museums or browse terrace & outdoor swimming pool. Some of the and allows you to experience not only the amongst the shops. features of our hotel include lift, restaurant, fine recognized places of interest but to stray off Travel by train from Pescia to Florence, where we bar & lounge, and the bedrooms feature TV, the beaten tourist track to uncover the hidden begin the day with a guided walking tour of this secrets of the rich Tuscan landscape. telephone, hair dryer, air conditioning and en beautiful city, which then enables you to see the famous sights, such as the beautiful Cathedral of suite bathroom. ITINERARY Santa Marie del Fiore, the famous Uffizi Gallery, the Duomo, and the amazing Ponte Vecchio, then DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE Sunday: An early morning departure by coach to free-time to explore before our return train journey to Dover for a short sea crossing to Calais, travelling to Sat 31 Aug 14 TOT3108 10 11 £999 Pescia. your overnight hotel (Good Standard) in France, for

All photos - © Wikimedia - JeanChristophe Benoit All photos - © Wikimedia Dinner Bed & Buffet Breakfast. A visit to the spa town of Montecatini Terme, surrounded by vineyards & olive groves, with a little Monday: Departing after breakfast, we make our wine tasting along the way. way through France and Switzerland, for our second overnight in Lugano/Como Area, Northern Italy, A visit to Pisa for a 2 hour guided tour of Pisa’s sights (Good Standard) for one nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet then onto Tuscany’s coastal resort of Viareggio. Breakfast. Monday: Departing after breakfast we leave Pescia Tuesday: Departing after breakfast we make our and travel through Switzerland to our overnight hotel journey to the Hotel Villa Delle Rose, Pescia being in Geneva area (Good Standard) for one nights Dinner, Bed and Buffet Breakfast. for 6 nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet Breakfast. Tuesday: We depart after breakfast continue Wednesday to Sunday: through France to our second overnight hotel being SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Excursions included in your holiday:- in Arras/St Quentin area (Good Standard) for one Single room £140.00 A visit to the wonderful city of Siena, where a local nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet breakfast. Deposit £50.00 Insurance premium £54.00 guide will introduce you to such sights as the Wednesday: Departing after breakfast we travel for (payable with deposit) Cathedral, the Church of San Domenico, and the our return crossing Calais to Dover and onwards to your original departure points. The price shown is based on Twin/Double accommodation with en-suite facilities, 10 buffet breakfasts and 10 evening meals, 1 wine tastings, 3 guided tours, cross Channel sailing to and from the Continent, Executive coach travel, excursions as specified and all road tolls.

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A little known fact is that Belgium has more castles per square mile and the largest number of independent beer breweries than any other country in the world! The castles are less well known, perhaps, but equally as splendid with their own delightful gardens. Belgian beers are renowned for their strength, intensity, diverse styles and above all their quality. This tour is a sample of what they have to offer the visitor.

ITINERARY Monday: An early morning departure by coach to Dover for a short sea crossing to Calais, we then travel to the Mercure Centre, Leuven for 4 nights Dinner, Bed & Buffet Breakfast.

Tuesday to Thursday: Excursions included in your holiday: -

• Visits and tours over the three days include:- NEW! • Visit & tasting at the Hoegaarden Brewery visitor centre Belgian Castle Gardens, Vineyards & Breweries • Vineyard tour & tasting at Villers La Ville • Tour & beer tasting at Ter Dolen Castle & brewery HOTEL MERCURE CENTRE, LEUVEN DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE

• Guided visits to Hex Castle gardens Mon 27 Oct 14 BCG2710 4 5 Our hotel is situated within easy walking distance £429 Guided visit to Annevoie Castle & gardens. • of the beautiful pedestrianised centre of Leuven. This is a fine modern hotel, offering a relaxed, Friday: Departing after breakfast we travel for our SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON bright & airy feel, with restaurant and bar. return crossing Calais to Dover and onwards to your Single room: £120.00 Deposit required: £50.00 All bedrooms are en-suite with plasma television, original departure points. air-conditioning & tea & coffee maker. Insurance premium required: £35.25 Lift to all floors (payable with deposit)

The price shown is based on Twin/Double accommodation with en-suite facilities, 4 buffet breakfasts, 4 evening meals, visit & tasting at the Hoegaarden Brewery visitor centre, vineyard tour & tasting, tour & beer tasting at Ter Dolen Castle & brewery, guided visits to Hex Castle gardens & Annevoie Castle & gardens, cross Channel sailing to & from the Continent, Executive coach travel as specified and all road tolls.

Enjoy the magic of Christmas, the images of times past on a trip to a unique advent atmosphere Rudesheim & Frankfurt Christmas Markets where numerous wooden chalets and stalls are decorated with their traditional festive trimmings. Taste the Gluhein (mulled wine), eat ITINERARY roast chestnuts and listen to the live music. The Friday: An early morning departure by coach Christmas lights abound as fortified by tasty to Dover for a short sea crossing to Calais then snacks and other treats, shoppers can browse travelling to our hotel being the Park Hotel among the myriad of stalls, European Christmas markets give you the ideal opportunity to find Deutscher Hof, Rudesheim for 3 nights Bed & Buffet those different and un-usual gifts for family and breakfast. friends which you simply cannot find at home. Saturday: A day to explore the Rudesheim Christmas Markets Sunday: A day to explore Frankfurt Christmas Rudesheim Christmas Market Markets In Rudesheim’s Old Town you will find the Christmas Monday: Departing after breakfast we travel for our market with over 100 stalls from 12 nations. Browse return sailing from Calais to Dover and onwards to through the handicrafts, including candle makers, your original departure point. glass blowers, porcelain, painters and woodcarvers. Singers and dance groups on the market square in DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE front of the traditional nativity scene will entertain you. Fri 5 Dec 14 RCM0512 3 4 If the aromas coming from the stalls are making you £279 hungry then good food and wine is available in both the market itself and the rich variety of restaurants SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON throughout Rudesheim. Single Room: £45.00 Deposit required: £50.00 PARK HOTEL DEUTSCHER HOF, Insurance premium required: £35.25* RUDESHEIM (payable with deposit) The Park Hotel Deutscher Hof is situated right in the centre of the Rhinepromenade. The hotel offers a The price shown is based on Twin/Double accommodation with en-suite facilities, Three Buffet Breakfasts, cross channel restaurant, Rhine Terrace & lift. All rooms have en suite sailing’s to and from the continent, executive coach travel facilities, telephone & radio. throughout and all road tolls. © WDN GmbH

tel: 01298 871 222 49 HOL I DAY S BY A i r FREE Door to Door service on ALL holidays (see back page)

Jersey, a fascinating island, within sight of the French coast, has a mixture of home and abroad. Jersey has no duty or VAT that makes it a shopper’s paradise and St Helier’s shops are full of bargains. If you move away from the town you can appreciate sleepy granite villages linked by winding country lanes and 20 miles of glorious beaches. To offer regular clients variation we are using the Mayfair Hotel’s sister hotel The Metropole for 2012 which is a smaller and quieter hotel. If you prefer to stay at the Mayfair Hotel it can be arranged on request basis (subject to availability) Holidays to Jersey are operated by Modern Travel Centre, Jersey ATOL Licence No 0752 of whom Andrew’s are an authorised agent. Jersey by Air EXCURSIONS CAN BE BOOKED DIRECTLY WITH THE HOTEL: Half Day approx. £ 15.00. Full Day approx. £ 20.00 - £25.00 PASSPORT WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THE METROPOLE HOTEL, ST HELIER AIRLINE CHECK-IN With leisure facilities ITINERARY DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE First Day: A morning departure by one of The Metropole Hotel (sister hotel to the Mayfair our coaches from your agreed pick up point to Sat 19 Apr 14 J1904 4 5 Hotel) is a Jersey Tourism 3 star hotel situated in £479 Manchester Airport for your flight to Jersey. On the southeast corner of St Helier, the town shops Sat 14 Jun 14 J1406 7 8 £665 arrival you will be met by a Modern hotel courier and are a couple of minutes walk away. The nearest transferred to your hotel. beach is Havre des Pas a five-minute walk away. Sat 9 Aug 14 J0908 7 8 £675 Last Day: You will be taken from your hotel to the Pleasant restaurant, coffee shop, bar and lounges. Sat 20 Sep 14 J2009 7 8 £609 airport for your flight to Manchester Airport where All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, hairdryer and Mon 13 Oct 14 J1310 4 5 £465 you will be met by one of our coaches to take you to tea and coffee making facilities. Games room, your agreed drop off point. heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools and gym. Pleasant gardens. The hotel also offers SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON PLEASE NOTE AS OUR JERSEY HOLIDAYS ARE entertainment including bingo, quizzes and dancing. SINGLES ON REQUEST ONLY BY AIR A MODERN HOLIDAYS BOOKING FORM NEEDS TO BE USED AND SEPARATE BOOKING Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation with Deposit £100.00 CONDITIONS APPLY – PLEASE RING US FOR A en-suite facilities, breakfast, dinner, return airport transfers and Insurance premium £35.25 (5 day) £ 40.70 (8 day) BOOKING FORM AND BOOKING CONDITIONS return air travel. (payable with deposit) FOR ANY JERSEY HOLIDAYS

ITINERARY MONDAY: An early morning departure to Land’s End for an afternoon thirty minute flight to St. Mary’s. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Dinner in hotel. Tuesday: After breakfast an introductory guided tour of St. Mary’s with a local coach operator. A commentary will provide an insight into life on this, the largest island in the archipelago. The rest of the day is at leisure relaxing in the hotel pool, on the beach or exploring the town. Dinner in hotel. Wednesday: After breakfast a day at leisure to LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE – BOOK EARLY!!!! explore Hugh Town, the island’s ‘capital. It is situated between two beaches and has a variety of shops, art Isles of Scilly and craft galleries and restaurants. Maybe enjoy a stroll along the Garrison walls high above the town or relax on Porthcressa or Town Beach. Alternatively take BELL ROCK HOTEL, HUGH TOWN, ST We are delighted to re-offer a chance to relax in a boat trip to one of the other islands. Dinner in hotel. Thursday: After breakfast another day at leisure MARY’S the picturesque and serene Isles of Scilly. We recommend early booking as space is limited! Just enjoying the nature trails and coastal paths of St. With leisure facilities 28 miles off the Cornish coast, the islands are a Mary’s or perhaps take a boat trip to one of the This small, 2 star hotel is situated in a level position, unique, sub tropical haven for a variety of wildlife. other islands. Maybe visit the island of Tresco, with a midway between Town Beach and Porthcressa You’ll find yourself entering a different world, where population of just 165 people, the main inhabitants Bay in Hugh Town the capital of St. Mary’s. The the pace of life is relaxed, friendly and easy-going are the migratory birds who make The Great Pool their location is convenient, quiet and central with shops, and where there’s a wonderful view whichever way home in summer. The other gem on the island is the museums and entertainment nearby. The harbour is you look. There are lovely, easy walks all around St Abbey Garden which is home to over 20,000 exotic Mary’s and the off islands which are easily reached less than 10 minutes walk with boats to Tresco, St species of plants, a variety of which cannot be grown by local boats. Your base is a small hotel on the anywhere else in Britain. Dinner in hotel. Agnes and St Martins daily (subject to weather and largest inhabited island, St. Mary’s. There is free time Friday: After breakfast leave the tranquillity of the tides). It has a relaxed and informal atmosphere to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and maybe take islands and return to the ‘real world’ on flights back and enjoys a high level of repeat business due a boat trip to one of the other islands. Return flights to personal, attentive service. All bedrooms are from Land’s End are included, a member of our staff to Land’s End. Journey home arriving at your agreed en-suite with TV, radio, hairdryer & tea and coffee will escort this tour but our coach remains in Land’s drop off point in the evening. making facilities. Restaurant, lounge and bar. Indoor End. This tour is arranged and operated by Norman Allen Group Travel Ltd of whom Andrew’s are an authorised swimming pool. No lift - only 2 floors - ground floor agent. It is ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation rooms available. SUPPLEMENTS PER PERSON Authority. The ATOL number is ATOL 3683. Norman NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT - LIMITED Allen Group Travel’s booking conditions will apply. Price is based on shared twin/double accommodation NUMBER AVAILABLE including breakfast, dinner, return flights from Land’s End, guided coach tour of St Mary’s, Andrew’s escort and coach Deposit £150.00 Insurance premium £35.25 DEPARTURE CODE NIGHTS DAYS PRICE travel. (payable with deposit) Mon 20 Oct 14 SCI12010 4 5 £709

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INFORMATION EXECUTIVE COACHES MAINTENANCE May we take this opportunity to 25, 35, 40, 45, 49, 53, 60, 65 & 75 seater The safety of our passengers has been introduce our company and to provide and always will be our main priority. you with details of our services and We therefore operate a high quality, the vehicles we have available for well maintained fleet of vehicles and Excursions, Private Hire and Tours. employ highly experienced drivers and fitters. We are very proud of our high DAY EXCURSIONS safety record and the high standard of We operate an extensive cleanliness throughout our fleet. and varied range of Day Excursions to TRAVEL OFFICES destinations including coastal resorts, Executive coaches with reclining seats, shoppers, theatre trips, CD, PA system, hot and cold drinks, WC gardening and flower and air conditioning. shows, cathedrals, exhibitions and shows, museums, CONNOISSEUR CLUB CLASS cruises, city tours and many more. See the leaflet included with this brochure & also watch for our newspaper adverts. Within reach of all major ports and GROUPS airports we are centrally located in the Group Discounts are available on our heart of the Peak District with easy Holidays, Short Breaks, Weekend access via motorways and the rail Breaks and Day Excursions – please network. Our travel offices are situated ring for details. Alternatively, if you at our business premises at the junction are a group organiser, we will be very of the A623 and the B6049 just outside pleased to prepare special holiday, the village of Tideswell. We have ample day excursion or short break packages free parking. We would be happy to tailored to your requirements. Andrews welcome you at any time and be pleased have been involved in taking thousands to show you around our vehicles and of passengers every year on excursions facilities. and holidays both in Britain and Europe. However large or small the size of your SCHOOL GROUPS group Andrews can take care of your We have extensive needs. experience in the planning and co- 26 seat executive coach with reclining ordination of seats, 5 tables, lounge area, full servery, school and field air conditioning. study trips in Suitable for a variety of occasions, a and around the birthday outing, ‘prom parties’ and Peak District a corporate events. Ideal as a ‘team’ and all over the coach for rugby, football, cricket etc. UK, ski-trips and summer activities into Europe. TRAILERS We also have NEED A PRESENT FOR available box SOMEBODY? trailers, which can be towed behind any of COACHES & MINI COACHES FOR our fleet for HIRE transporting 8, 12, 16, 19, 24 & 25 seater extra luggage, Mercedes mini coaches with integral sport and leisure equipment. luggage racks, CD, PA. £5, £10, £20 or £50 gift vouchers are 25, 30, 35, 40, 49, 53, 60, 65 & 75 seater Seat Belts available from our office, or just telephone Highliner coaches with reclining seats, For your safety and comfort our coaches and we’ll send them to you. You can specify CD, PA systems, double glazing and air and mini coaches are all fitted with seat your choice of Day Tour or Holiday if you conditioning belts and speed restrictors. prefer the value not to be shown.

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Door to Door Holidays 1. If you live on or inside the red border, your door to door Central Pick-Ups (£10.00 Per Person Discount) collection service is included free of charge. 2. If you live outside the red border, then we will still collect ALFRETON - Services A38 FURNESS VALE - Soldier Dick you from home but at a small extra charge (or in certain situations at a central point in your town at no extra BAKEWELL - Bridge Street Bus Stop HAZEL GROVE – Police Station charge). 3. If door to door service is not required we have many BUXTON - Potters Shop Bus Stop HIGH LANE – Red Lion designated central pick ups - if you board at one of these points you will receive a £10.00 per person discount BUXTON - Eagle Pub, Market Place MATLOCK - Co-op (formerly Somerfields) (please see list of central pick-ups opposite). 4. PLEASE NOTE: BUXTON (FAIRFIELD) - St Peter’s Church NEW MILLS - Bus Station a) You will be required to be waiting outside your home with your cases for your pick-up vehicle. CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH - End Crossings NEW MILLS - Peveril Gardens b) All door to door services are provided by our own cars, Road (Invadex) mini- coaches or reputable hired-in taxi operators. SHEFFIELD - Interchange Stand E5/E6 c) You will be required to share your door to door vehicle CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH - Front of STOCKPORT – Pineapple Inn, Heaton with other passengers. Packhorse Inn d) On occasions you may have to change vehicle twice. Lane e) If you live inside the circle we will endeavour to ensure CHESTERFIELD - Town Hall Front Steps TIDESWELL that the time between collecting you from your home and - Anchor Garage when you join our main holiday coach is not more than DARLEY DALE - Broadwalk 1-1/2 hours. WHALEY BRIDGE - Jodrell Arms f) As this door to door service is arranged some time in DISLEY – Rams Head advance a £10.00 per person supplement will be charged if WHALEY BRIDGE - Board Inn you book your holiday less than 3 weeks prior to departure. DRONFIELD - Bottom Green Lane

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