Day Trips 2020

DAY TRIPS 2020

END YOUR SEARCH, BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY FOR A GREAT DAY OUT

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Welcome to the 2020 Day Trip brochure.

Minsterley Motors are a family run business and have been an established part of Shropshire for a number of years.

As you will see in this year’s brochure we have a wide range of day trips including shopping days, flower shows, National Trust venues, boat and railway trips, the Beatles and TV studios finishing the year with visits to a variety of Christmas Markets and Fayres.

We have a dedicated team throughout the business who will work to make your trip hassle free from your initial enquiry to when we drop you off at the end of the day.

John and the Team

Contents

March Preston Market - Wednesday 11th ______5 Media City & Manchester - Saturday 21st ______6 Penrhyn Castle NT, Garden & Railway Musuem - Thursday 26th ___ 7 Apri Red House Glass Cone – Wednesday 15th ______8 The Beatles Story & Mersey Ferry – Thursday 30th ______9 May Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza & Tranport Festival – Sunday 10th ______10 Hay Festival – Thursday 21st ______11 Eastnor Steam & Vintage Fair – Monday 25th ______12 Southport Food & Drink Festival - Saturday 30th ______13 June Croome National Trust House, Park & RAF Museum – Tuesday 9th ______14 BBC Gardeners World Live at the NEC – Sunday 21st June ______15 Ledbury and Weston’s Cider Tour & Taste – Tuesday 30th ______16 July Stratford River Festival – Saturday 4th ______17 Quarry Bank National Trust – Friday 10th ______18 Emmerdale Studio Tour & Leeds – Saturday 18th ______19 Hereford Chase & Distillery Tour – Wednesday 22nd ______20 August Bristol International Balloon Fiesta – Saturday 8th ______21 York – Saturday 22nd ______22 Blackpool with Afternoon Tea in the Tower Ballroom – Thursday 27th ______23

September Shugborough Hall & Gardens - Tuesday 1st ______24 Chatsworth Country Fair – Saturday 5th ______25 Southport Air Show – Saturday 12th ______26 Lake Windermere – Tuesday 15th ______27 Buzzards Valley Vineyard Tour & Buffet Meal – Wednesday 23rd ______28 RHS Malvern Autumn Show – Saturday 26th ______29 October Cardiff – Saturday 3rd ______30 Liverpool City of Culture – Saturday 24th ______31 November Llandrindod Wells & Abbey Cwm Hir – Saturday 7th ______32 Llandudno Christmas Fayre – Friday 20th ______33 Trafford Centre & Manchester Christmas Markets – Saturday 28th ______34 Birmingham International Tattoo – Sunday 29th ______35 December Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre – Thursday 3rd ______36 Christmas at Blenheim Palace – Saturday 5th ______37 Chester City Centre & Christmas Markets – Wednesday 9th ______38 Royal Leamington Spa Yuletide Market – Sunday 13th ______39

Routes ______40 Terms & Conditions ______41 How to Book______42

Preston Market

Wednesday 11th March First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 15:00 1 Adults £22.50 Concessions £22.50

So, kicking off 2020 is a shopping trip to Preston and its new indoor market, so no worrying about the weather. The market is an Aladdin’s cave for the shopper where you will find an abundance of fresh meat, fish, produce and dairy products but

also everything from jewellery to real ales, pet supplies, vintage accessories, mobile phones and watch repairs.

Once finished in the market head towards Fishergate for your big name retailers, however don’t be in a rush and ensure you stop at the visually stunning Grade II listed Miller Arcade or take a wander down one of many quaint side streets and their quirky selection of independent traders.

Did you know Preston was recently voted the 12th best place to live and work in the UK, out of 1,067 towns?

Media City and Manchester

Saturday 21th March First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:00 15:00 1 Adults £31.00 Concessions £31.00

Lights, camera, action we are off to the BBC Studios in Media City! The home of BBC Breakfast, Match of the Day and Radio 5 Live. The tour will take you behind the scenes and you can make your own news or weather bulletin (as long as you forecast sunshine for the afternoon). The tour will last about 1 ½ hours, this includes time for security checks. The tour consists of walking outside and between the various buildings visited on the tour and periods of standing whilst listening to your tour guides. Guests at the studio will be subjected to a person and bag search. Please only bring essential items and keep belongings to a minimum. Photo ID may be checked upon arrival.

It is then free time in Manchester, giving you the chance for some retail therapy in the Arndale Centre alternatively you can give your taste buds a delight by visiting one of the many famous restaurants in the Corn Exchange such as Pho, Tampopo, Vapiano, The Cosy Club or Gino D’Campo. Also based conveniently close to the Arndale Centre is the National Football Museum (there is an entry fee).

Did you know that in the 19th century Manchester adopted the bee to symbolise the industrial nature of the city & its people?

Penrhyn Castle, Garden & Railway Museum Thursday 26th March First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 15:00 1 NT Member £22.00 Non Member £34.00

Heading into Wales, on the doorstep of the Menai Straits is Penrhyn Castle and Gardens, Bangor. The castle has many stories to tell including that of the longest industrial dispute in modern history. Marvel at its architecture, opulent interiors and fine art collection. Discover its vast rooms, neo-Norman stairways and what life was like in the Victorian kitchens.

The extensive gardens are perfect for exploring and enjoying spectacular views of Snowdonia and the North Wales coast. Find peace in Walter Speed’s famous walled garden.

The railway museum focuses on industrial locomotives; some were used in the quarry in nearby Bethesda. The collection is housed in the old stable block, once home to the 36 estate horses (slightly more horsepower now). The collection includes engines, carriages, rolling stock and tools as well as a film that offers an insight into the previous lives of the engines on display.

Did you know the American TV giant HBO film at the castle for some of their new series?

Red House Glass Cone

Wednesday 15th April First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:30 15:00 3 Adults £26.00 Concessions £26.00

IT’S HUGE!

Standing at 100ft tall and built in the 18th Century on the picturesque Stourbridge canal, the Red House Glass Cone lies in the heart of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter and was used in the manufacture of glass until 1936 and is only 1 of 4 left in the country. The attraction is now a busy heritage site. Visitors can enjoy a guided tour by the knowledgeable and friendly Tour Guide; learning fascinating facts about the glass making industry and its importance to the local area. The glassblower will demonstrate some of the properties of hot glass whilst making a piece of studio glass. You will work with the Glass Fusing Studio, designing and then decorating a glass tile; using frit, stringers and pre-cut pieces of coloured glass. Please note: The tiles will be fused in a kiln overnight. You will need to arrange collection, we can offer this from our office one week after the trip. The Cone gift shop stocks a wide range of special gifts, including locally made contemporary studio glass and beautiful jewellery, lots of books and a lovely range of cut glass crystal. You'll find handmade glass pieces by contemporary artists, fine jewellery, and hand-made goods made in the craft studios on site.

Beatles Story & Ferry across the Mersey Thursday 30th April First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 Adults £40.00 Concessions £36.00

Money Can’t Buy Me Love but don’t be sad and get your Ticket to Ride on our Magical Mystery tour to the famous Beatles Story. Find out how the Fab Four met and walk through recreations of key locations and moments from the band’s career including The Casbah Club, Hamburg, The Cavern Club, Abbey Road Studios, America and much, much more. A must for any music fan, The Beatles Story features an impressive collection of fascinating authentic memorabilia including original instruments, clothing, John Lennon’s spectacles, Ringo Starr’s drum kit, rare album sleeves, never-before-seen photography and original handwritten lyrics. Multimedia guides are included. These exclusive guides are packed with information, imagery, video interviews & are narrated by John Lennon’s sister, Julia Baird. Following on from your visit around the Beatles Story have a bit of retail therapy or a relax in the beautiful surroundings of Albert Dock but Life Goes on Day After day so finish the day off which a trip on the famous Mersey Ferry from the Pier Harbour where the coach will meet you at Seacombe in Wallasey.

Did you know John Lennon’s cartoon character on the Yellow Submarine cover is the 1st time the ‘Devil Hands’ symbol was used and is one of the earliest associations with a rock band?

Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza & Transport Festival Sunday 10th May First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 Adults £21.00 Concessions £21.00

Join us for an unforgettable day out in Llandudno with its immaculate seafront and 19th century pier and the Great Orme. Llandudno plays host to a Victorian Extravaganza featuring a Victorian street fair, old time fair-rides, fun stalls, steam engines, people dressed in Victorian costume, street parades at midday and street entertainment the whole family will enjoy.

The Transport Festival (admission fees apply) is held on the sea front showground and is the largest in Wales and one of the UK’s best loved events. You will find 1000 plus exhibits to include transport from all eras including cycles, stationary engines, motorcycles, tractors, farming/horticultural implement displays, buses, lorries, trade stands, catering facilities and many more transport related items.

Did you know The Great Orme has the longest Cresta toboggan run in Wales at 750m long?

Please note the price is for travel only.

Hay Festival (Coach Only)

Thursday 21st May First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:30 15:30 2 Adults £18.00 Concessions £18.00

The Hay Festival is the world’s leading festival bringing readers and writers together to share stories and ideas. For 11 days a year many thousands (the 1st festival attracted 1,000 people but is now up to 250,000) of people come from all over the UK, Europe, America and the rest of the world to join a carnival celebration of ideas and stories at the Hay Festival. The festival is free to enter with ticketed events taking place in 10 tented venues plus a range of sites to explore, including the Festival Bookshop; the HAYDAYS courtyard; the Hay Festival Wild Garden; creative workshops in the Make and Take Tent, the Scribblers Hut, The Cube and the Mess Tent; market stalls, cafés and restaurants; and the Serious Reading Room.

So why not join the writers, politicians, poets, scientists, comedians, philosophers and musicians come together on the greenfield site to talk, eat, think, drink and be merry.

Did you know the town of Hay is twinned with Timbuktu in Mali?

Please note the price is for travel only.

Eastnor Castle Steam & Vintage Fair Monday 25th May First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 2 Adults £31.00 Concessions £31.00

Roll Up! Roll Up! For a nostalgic fun day out with a line-up of steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games, model steam engine rides, vintage carousel, chair swing and more! Enjoy a ride on a model engine, or ride on a Vintage Carousel & Chair Swing. Try your hand with the Giant Garden Games on the Valley Lawn Relax in the Vintage Tea Tent on the lawn or be entertained with a Punch & Judy Show and ‘pig’ out at the Pig Roast. And if that’s not enough there are still all the normal attractions including the Castle, Arboretum, the Knight’s Maze, Children’s Adventure playground, Junior Assault Course, Treetop Walkway, Woodland Play Area, Lakeside & Woodland Walks, Tree Hunters’ Trek and Rope Swings, will there be enough hours in the day? Visitors who explore the castle can view the magnificent state rooms including the Great Hall, State Dining Room, Gothic Drawing Room, Octagon Saloon and a number of the opulent bedrooms. Visitors are invited to enter the Castle through the magnificent main doors.

Did you know HBO (again) filmed Succession at Eastnor in early 2018? Also visiting at the same time was the Beast from the East, Brrrrr?

Southport Food & Drink Festival

Saturday 30th May First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 Adults £22.00 Concessions £22.00

FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD WE’RE ANXIOUS TO TRY IT!! So come and join us at the Southport Food and Drink Festival – a foodie’s paradise with a little something for everyone to enjoy. Stimulate your senses and try food from different cultures – you can enjoy crepes, gourmet burgers, hot wings, churros, spiral potatoes, paella and curry from the Street Food stalls.

Tantalise the taste buds by sampling the different produce around the event - handmade cheeses, sausages, sweet and savoury pies, chutneys and pickles are just a few of the delights that can be taken home. Traditional British food is celebrated throughout the street food and producers with homemade pies, chutneys, local sausages, hog roast, and ice cream from a local dairy.

The atmosphere is brought alive with live music throughout the day and if you are bringing the family head over to the Children’s Festival where circus workshops, food themed activities and more will be taking place to keep little ones entertained all day.

Did you know Southport is the home of the British Lawnmower museum?

Croome National Trust House, Park & RAF Museum Tuesday 9th June First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:45 16:30 3 NT Member £18.50 Non Member £30.00

There’s more than meets the eye at Croome. A secret wartime airbase, now a visitor centre and museum, it was once a hub of activity for thousands of people. Outside is the grandest of English landscapes, ‘Capability’ Brown’s masterful first commission, with commanding views over the Malverns. The parkland, nearly lost but now restored, is great for walks and adventures with a surprise around every corner. At the heart of the park lies Croome Court, once home to the Earls of Coventry. The 6th Earl was an 18th-century trendsetter, and today Croome follows his lead using artists and craftspeople to tell the story of its eclectic past in inventive ways. Explore four floors of the mansion, perfect for making new discoveries. Croome is home to one of Europe’s largest Georgian Walled During the Second World War and Gardens. the Cold War years that followed, RAF Defford, the airfield built in the grounds of Croome Park, was one of the most secret places in the country. For it was at Defford that Airborne Radar was tested, developed and proven. Airborne Radar proved a decisive factor in Victory for the Allies. Discover the secrets of the Second World War airbase wartime buildings which are now the Visitor Centre and museum.

BBC Gardeners World Live at the NEC Sunday 21st June First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:30 3 Adults £38.00 Concessions £38.00

BBC Gardeners’ World Live is packed with ideas, wall to wall inspiration and fantastic shopping. Pick up top tips from your favourite gardening experts, stroll around the stunning Show Gardens, plus shop ‘til you drop in the largest selling Floral Marquee in the country. A haven of colour and scent, it is the ultimate destination for all gardeners and plant lovers. From orchids to lilies, dianthus to alliums, it is a spectacular sight packed with award-winning nurseries and displays. Every year at BBC Gardeners’ World Live an exciting collection of Gardens come to life in a celebration of how imagination and creativity can transform any type of outdoor space. It's an unbeatable way to get ideas for your own garden.

Show gardens are judged to the highest standards of design, planting and inspiration. The Beautiful Borders are unique to BBC Gardeners World packed with take home ideas of how to squeeze the most into your garden, be it growing veg in tight spaces, eye catching planting or clever use of materials. The 2020 theme is Flower Power so expect the area to be awash with flair, variety and vibrancy.

Did you know, our tickets gain you access to the BBC Good Food Show too!! Worth popping over for lunch?

Ledbury & Weston’s Cider tour and taste Tuesday 30th June First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:30 16:00 2 Adults £31.50 Concessions £31.50

Big enough to be bustling and vibrant, but small enough to keep a strong sense of community, Ledbury is a market town with a unique feel. At the centre of Ledbury is the finest example in England of a Black and White Grade 1 listed building. The building was designed by the King’s Carpenter John Abel. The building work on the Market Hall started in 1617 and took around 50 years to complete and still hosts markets on a Tuesdays. Westons have been makers of fine ciders since 1880. Westons are independent & family owned, located on the same Herefordshire hills that the family farmed over 135 years ago. Five generations later and they now export to over 40 countries worldwide! Westons create award winning brands such as Stowford Press, Old Rosie & Henry Westons. New innovations include Rosie’s Pig, Mortimer’s Orchard & Caple Rd. Discover more about the history, the brands & the craft of cider making with one of the expert guides & finish with a tutored tasting session. You will explore the UK’s largest cider collection of oak vats. Discover the craft of cider-making from blossom to bottle. You will be shown where they harvest, weigh & wash apples. Venture into the heart of the mill where they press, ferment & mature before blending & packing. You’ll learn what Westons do, why & how and hear a little bit of home-spun history too. At the end of the tour be sure not to miss the shop. Don’t forget to say You can chat to the team, taste and try something hello to Reg & Prince! exciting and new. Ask the experts to recommend the perfect cider for your taste.

Stratford River Festival

Saturday 4th July First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 3 Adults £21.00 Concessions £21.00

For two whole days, every summer, the riverside comes alive with a host of free events and activities, whilst also welcoming back a host of old favourites by popular demand.

Since it was established Stratford River Festival has grown to become one of the region’s leading free festival. Last year again brought over 70,000 revelers into the beautiful town of Stratford-upon- Avon. The festival continues into the town with so many places to eat and drink or be entertained. Stratford River Festival has won multiple awards including the Pride of Stratford Tourism Initiative of the Year Award, in both 2016 and 2018. Also, the River Festival won Stratford's Best Festival by Stratford On-Line in 2016, 2017 and 2018 - as voted by members of the public.

This two-day celebration for all the family is organised by ‘Stratforward’ on behalf of 420 fabulous town centre shops, cafes, restaurants and other professional businesses.

Stratford upon Avon is steeped in culture and history. The streets themselves hold a thousand delights with the chemistry of the ages mixed in with the needs of today.

Did you know, despite the vast amount of famous actors who visit Stratford, regulars at the Dirty Duck pub prefer talking about when Kylie pulled a pint there?

Quarry Bank National Trust

Friday 10th July First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:30 1 NT Member £21.50 Non Member £40.50

Over the past 4 years, Quarry Bank Mill has been one of the largest projects in the National Trust’s history. Discover how this £9.4 million project has transformed how you experience and learn about the lives of a complete industrial community at one of Britain’s greatest industrial heritage sites.

The huge cotton mill was the heart of working life at Quarry Bank. Visit the mill to watch the historic machinery thunder into action and feel the floors shake beneath your feet!

Discover how Samuel Greg founded his cotton empire & the story of the cotton trade. You can also relate to the hardships faced by the workers who toiled in the mill & uncover engineering genius at work. The early Industrial Revolution wasn’t just powered by water and steam; it was powered by children. At Quarry Bank, child workers lived in the Apprentice House where they were given food & board in exchange for their labour. Join a guided tour and discover where they lived, ate & slept, or explore the gardens they tended after long shifts in the mill. The walled garden is now a working garden with a wonderful array of vegetables growing there. The once derelict 1830s curvilinear glasshouse that sits as the centrepiece of the garden now sparkles once again with 7,000 panes of hand-made glass. The lower garden bursts with summer colour. Take a stroll along the river, explore the ornamental gardens. Built as a family home & a haven from city life, Quarry Bank House is a stark contrast to the hustle & bustle of the cotton mill. The beautiful village of Styal hides an industrial past. Families, young couples and former apprentices lived together in a tight-knit community of mill workers, farmers, bakers and shop owners. Together they faced the challenges of a new industrial world, and forged a community that continues to thrive today.

Emmerdale Studio Tour & Leeds

Saturday 18th July First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:00 16:15 3 Adults £62.00 Concessions £62.00

Your amazing visit will begin at the Burley Road Studios, where you’ll check out working and replica sets, discover industry secrets and get an insider look into how the cast and crew create the gripping storylines that make up Yorkshire's favourite soap. We’ll then whisk you down the road to ITV Television Centre, where you’ll see even more Emmerdale working sets!

Your fully guided 2-hour tour includes: - A visit to The Emmerdale Studio Experience and ITV Television Centre, where you'll see working sets at both locations. - Complimentary shuttle transfer between sites. - A professional photo opportunity on the most iconic sofa in soap-land! - A look at authentic costumes and props - Interactive experiences.

Your tour will finish with a visit to the gift shop where you can pick up a David’s Shop bag or a Yorkshire themed gift, then time to grab a brew and a slice of cake in the lovely café!

The rest of the day will be free time to spend in Leeds.

Did you know the first line ever spoken in Emmerdale was “Matt who’s she?” and was uttered by Peggy Skilbeck

Hereford & Chase Distillery Tour Wednesday 22nd July First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 17:00 2 Adults £43.00 Concessions £43.00

Herefordshire is one of the UK’s major agricultural county’s for alcohol production – whether it is apples for ciders, barley for beers or potatoes for spirits. Keeping this as the theme for the day, we commence with a visit to the Cathedral City of Hereford, where you can explore the city at leisure.

It is then time for ‘Ginspiration’; Chase is different to other distilleries, producing its spirits from potatoes grown on its own farm. You will discover William Chases’ story with over 20 years of local history, starting as a potato farmer to then producing the brand Tyrell’s crisps before finally diversifying in to the manufacturing of Chase gin & vodka. The expert guide will talk you through everything from the traditional mashing, fermenting and distilling process, to finishing their bottles by hand. Step outside the front door into their rolling potato fields & cider apple orchards to see the raw ingredients that go into the making of their spirits. During the tour you’ll get to enjoy a full-sized GB G&T followed by the Chase Bar to enjoy a tutored tasting of a range of their award- winning product & a zesty Pink Grapefruit G&T to finish. Afterwards, you’ll be able to browse the distillery shop & stock up on your favourite Chase Spirits.

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta Saturday 8th August First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 13:00 22:00 3 Adults £28.00 Concessions £28.00

Europe's biggest hot air balloon event This spectacular event will once again feature over 100 hot air balloons taking off at 06:00 and 18:00 hrs (weather permitting) and we will be there for the 2nd lift off. The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is Europe's largest annual meeting of hot air balloons, attracting over 130 hot air balloons from across the globe. It's a sight that can only be seen in Bristol. Alongside the fantastic sight of hot air balloons filling the skies, visitors can also expect arena entertainment including a large number of trade stands and fairground rides. The evening culminates in the Nightglow and fireworks finale at 21:30 hrs. Did you know that the long, hot dry summer of 1995 created a fire risk at Ashton Court? All pilots were given a bucket of water to douse the grass in case their burners ignited it while inflating!

York

Saturday 22nd August First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:00 15:30 3 Adults £31.50 Concessions £31.50

Imagine a city full of culture, art, history and heritage, combined with boutique shopping and a whole host of cosy bistros & pubs where you can sample some fine Yorkshire specialities. Think it sounds like fun? Then York is the adventure for you. Join our trip to this amazing beautiful city with Roman roots and a Viking past, where ancient walls surround contemporary independent shops and vibrant eateries. Visit the Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster with its world-famous stained glass windows & status as the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, the castle, museum, dungeon, York’s Chocolate story or the National Railway Museum. Combine shopping, history & culture in one day. A must is a walk down York’s oldest street, the Shambles, with its overhanging timber buildings, some dating back to the fourteenth century. Did you know it is completely legal to shoot a Scotsman within the York City Walls? But only with a bow and arrow and especially NOT on a Sunday!

Blackpool with Afternoon Tea in the Tower Ballroom Thursday 27th August First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:30 16:00 1 Adults £45.00 Concessions £45.00

When you think of Blackpool, you might think neon lights, entertainment, sticks of rock, beaches perfect for sand castles, donkey rides & ‘Kiss me Quick’ hats. With an abundance of award-winning attractions, Blackpool has something for everyone, you don’t need to travel far to have an amazing experience. For example for thrill seekers you have The Pleasure Beach, visit the world famous Blackpool Tower, The Tower Circus, The Blackpool Tower Dungeons and The Blackpool Tower Eye. Those looking for an animal-mad adventure, visit Blackpool Zoo, or see sharks at Sea Life Blackpool. You can meet the stars at Madame Tussauds or chill out in 84- degree sub-tropical paradise at Sandcastle Waterpark.

You will have all-day admission to The Blackpool Tower Ballroom where you can enjoy live music from the Mighty Wurlitzer and watch the dancers on the World's greatest dance floors and even join in yourself.

Ticket includes: Afternoon Tea consisting of Sandwiches, Cream Scone with preserve and a choice of Cake from the daily selection all served with Tea or Coffee. Your driver will let you know Did you know it takes 7 your serving time upon boarding the years to paint the tower? coach.

Shugborough Hall and Gardens

Tuesday 1st September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 NT Member £15.00 Non Member £29.00

Visit Shugborough, Staffordshire’s ‘perfect paradise’ a rich blend of landscape, monuments, gardens and architecture. Set in 900 acres of stunning parkland and riverside gardens, take time to explore the elegant Mansion House, working Victorian Servants' Quarters and Georgian farm. The Estate is brought to life by costumed characters who share their stories from the past with visitors. Wander around the Mansion at your own pace and marvel at the colours, textures and detail. Discover the intrepid journey of George Anson, who was only the 2nd Englishman to circumnavigate the globe. Explore life below stairs and the Servants' Quarters and see all aspects of servant life. Discover the different jobs carried out below stairs such as housekeeping, cooking methods and the lack of technology available to the staff at the time. Lovers of the outdoors will be spoilt for choice be sure to take your time to explore: The walled garden with Gardener's Head over to Park Farm and see the cottage. Tamworth pigs and Dorking The Tower of the Winds chickens. Say hello to the animals, The Arboretum with over 150 oak trees such as Longhorn cows and The Chinese House and Bridge Southdown sheep that roam around The Shepherd's Monument in the fields. Take a walk by the river Enjoy the formal gardens

Chatsworth Country Fair

Saturday 5th September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:30 16:00 3 Adults £42.00 Concessions £42.00

The Chatsworth Country Fair is one of England's most spectacular annual outdoor events. Held in the Chatsworth Park in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, it attracts visitors from all over the country for a family fun day out. Take some time out of your busy day and explore the shopping village. With over 250 trade stands, you will find something for everyone, from rural crafts and country wear to garden ornaments & furniture. Find an action-packed programme in the main arena that's always guaranteed to thrill, with stunt teams, dog racing and military bands. Check out the paradise that is the fine food village, then watch some of the nation's favourite chefs and local talent whip up some culinary delights. There aren't many places where you can watch horse driving, try your hand at clay pigeon shooting and enjoy the dizzy heights of the big wheel.

Please note that tickets for the Country Fair do not include entry to Chatsworth House and Garden.

Did you know the village of Edensor used to be closer to Chatsworth House? The 4th Duke of Devonshire thought the village spoilt his view so had the whole village, apart from one house, moved!

Southport Air Show

Saturday 12th September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 Adults £22.00 Concessions £22.00

The largest Air Show in the North West is an annual event on Southport Beach. Each year the event attracts over 100,000 visitors to this seaside town. Southport is unusual because the beach is so deep there are displays over the sand, whereas at other seaside shows aircraft would always be over water. Southport has some light aircraft landing on the beach before the main displays, whereas at other seaside shows all displays would fly in and out. Expect military, historical, civilian and stunt aircraft in the air, and plenty of entertainment and attractions on the ground including flight simulators, static aircraft, wall climbing and assault courses resulting in this being an event for the entire family. Did you know you can hardly see the sea at Southport? The amount of times the tide comes all the way in is sparse. Good news for the Air Show!

Lake Windermere

Tuesday 15th September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:15 1 Adults £40.50 Concessions £40.50

Explore the beauty of England's largest lake in the heart of the Lake District. Bowness-on-Windermere is a tourist town on the shore of the lake and is now the District’s most popular visitor destination. People come to enjoy the atmosphere of the area and the town’s delightful setting. After free time in the town we will set sail and explore the heart of the Lakes, with views of the fells. Your lake journey will start in Bowness at 14:55 and this 40 minute spectacular gives the traveler magnificent views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and wooded islands.

Upon arrival in Lakeside at 15:35 you will have 10 minutes to make the 2 minute walk from the pier to the platform at Lakeside Railway Station. Board the Railway for 15:45 and travel on the hard working locomotive that hauls trains on this steeply graded railway. Comfortable carriages ensure passengers have a pleasant and leisurely journey through contrasting views of the Leven Valley. Upon arrival at our destination at Haverthwaite station at 16:03 our coach will be waiting to make your return journey home. Did you know Lake Windermere holds 300 billion litres of water?

Buzzards Valley Vineyard Tour & Buffet Meal Wednesday 23rd September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 16:30 22:00 3 Adults £36.00 Concessions £36.00

Since 1962 the family run business has been on the Canwell Estate, Tamworth. Starting out with farming, they then moved on to growing vegetables. The next step was opening a florist which eventually expanded into a large wholesale business. In 2001, the planting of 8,000 vines lead to a winery, shop and restaurant being built on site and in 2016, the production of gins started.

The story is far more detailed of which you will find out more during your tour which is made up as follows: ❖ Tour of the vineyard (weather permitting) ❖ Slide show presentation ❖ Wine Tasting - three of the Buzzard Valley range. ❖ Followed by one course meal – Ham & Cheese Ploughman’s Buffett When booking please let us know if you have any dietary requirements i.e., Gluten etc. There is also available to purchase – teas, coffees and drinks at the bar.

To complement their wine, the shop has been expanded to include diverse variety of food, drink and giftware. The ethos is good quality affordable, preferably handmade and British products that are not available on the high street.

RHS Malvern Autumn Show

Saturday 26th September First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 3 Adults £40.00 Concessions £40.00

For 2020 the theme for RHS Malvern will be Wanderlust and Wonder. For centuries, man has travelled to the 4 corners of the earth in search of plants to seek out new experiences and to learn from different cultures. For the courageous few, this wanderlust has carried us to barren deserts, rich jungles, to the depths of the oceans and to the far reaches of space. They have brought back many of the plants that fill our gardens, ideas to delight our minds and stories to keep us enthralled. From RHS Gold Medal winning show gardens and top quality specialist plant and floral exhibitors in the beautiful Floral Marquee, there is no better place for gardeners of all abilities to discover summer inspiration and experience the restorative pleasure of a great day out. There is plenty more including floristry, great food, cookery demonstrations and shopping opportunities with a selection of artisan craft for you to browse and buy. Established over 30 years ago to bring the experience of RHS Chelsea Flower Show to the Midlands and the South West, RHS Malvern Autumn Festival continues to be a beacon of gardening excellence.

Did you know the name Malvern was derived from old Welsh that means Bare Hill?

Cardiff

Saturday 3rd October First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:30 15:30 2 Adults £23.00 Concessions £23.00

Cardiff is a city proud of its culture, history and language which has undergone a fascinating journey over the last 2000 years. Discover Cardiff’s progress from a small settlement, to the world’s busiest port and to the modern capital city which it is today.

Enjoy a day at leisure in the city, which offers a startling range of unique attractions, top class entertainment and quality shopping with a difference – all within walking distance. Cardiff has worked hard to earn its reputation as one of the top ten shopping destinations in Britain. It's a fresh, 21st century shopping experience featuring many of the high street’s most popular names. Cardiff Castle, the Millennium Stadium and the National Museum of Cardiff also await you. Did you know Cardiff has more hours of sunlight than Milan? And people think it rains all the time!

Liverpool City of Culture

Saturday 24th October First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 16:00 1 Adults £20.00 Concessions £20.00

Enjoy a full-day visit to Liverpool. Explore the Albert Docks or take a cruise on the famous river and see the best view of Liverpool’s waterfront. Why not visit the imposing Anglican Cathedral, top up your knowledge of art with a visit to the Walker Gallery, or discover more about Liverpool’s remarkable past at the award-winning Liverpool Museum.

If you love shopping you’ll fit in well here. Liverpudlians like to look good and set trends. Shoppers are spoilt for choice between gleaming new city- centre shopping archades, boutiquess, bohemian streets and farmers markets.

We will have two drop off and pick up points; one within the Did you know the city centre and one at the crossword was Albert Docks. invented by a Liverpudlian? It was in 1913 by the Liverpool journalist Arthur Wynne!

Llandrindod Wells & Abbey Cwm Hir Saturday 7th November First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 09:00 16:00 1 Adults £30.50 Concessions £30.50

We visit the elegant spa town of Llandrindod Wells where you will see how the Victorian atmosphere has been retained but adapted to meet the needs of visitors today. Set off up the graceful sweep of Station Crescent, the width and elegance of the streets of the town are immediately evident. There is a range of small shops and pleasant cafes offering a variety of refreshments to cater for all tastes After lunch we will move on to discover the and pockets. festive secrets of Abbey Cwm Hir. A 19th century manor house is, without too much exaggeration, a truly remarkable place. Few people have visited it, but those who have, return with stories of amazement, wonder & awe. The fully guided 2 hour tour includes 52 rooms at the hall, all of which are decorated in unique and individual themes that will make Christmas truly magical. Expect to see truly astonishing collection of clothing, toys, music memorabilia, enamel signs and much more. The halls are therefore the perfect place to celebrate a Victorian Christmas. The journey to the Hall takes you through picturesque and delightful English and Welsh countryside that remains relatively unexplored.

Visitors when entering the house are asked to remove outdoor shoes, the hall is fully carpeted throughout but visitors are welcome to bring own slippers.

Llandudno Christmas Fayre

Friday 20th November First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:00 15:30 1 Adults £26.00 Concessions £26.00

Visitors are welcomed to this beautiful Victorian seaside resort and the traditional Christmas Fayre. You will enjoy cultural entertainment and can stroll around more than 150 stalls in the centre of town. The event has doubled in size and now makes the Fayre one of the largest Christmas Fayre’s in Wales, attracting more than 35,000 visitors over the 4 days. The key objective is to showcase Food, Drink and Crafts at a very special time of the year. See how Llandudno seeks to promote quality products from Wales and the rest of the UK and around the world. The Fayre gives you an opportunity to experience a variety of products not found in the high streets. It is the perfect place to find those unusual gifts for those very special people in your life. With the large stage area and plenty of seating you can enjoy the Fayre’s wonderful Christmas atmosphere. You can experience local Welsh Cultures together with friendly hospitality and live entertainment, not forgetting the Lapland area it’s full of surprises.

Did you know Llandudno is known as the “Queen of Welsh resorts” and recognised as the retail and tourism mecca for North Wales?

Traffod Centre & Manchester Christmas Markets Saturday 28th November First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 10:00 18:30 1 Adults £20.00 Concessions £20.00

The Trafford Centre is situated just 5 miles outside Manchester city centre; visitors have the choice of 230 stores along three miles of granite and marble boulevards. Stores range from designer and high fashion favourites, including the first Selfridges outside London, to stylish homewares at Barton Square. The Centre is also home to 60 restaurants, cafes and bars in The Orient and the opulent Great Hall.

We will move onto the city centre to soak up the atmosphere of the Christmas Markets and follow the market trail as it winds through the streets, tempting you with gifts, crafts, jewellery, clothes and toys. European and local producers offer everything from fine amber jewellery, handcrafted leather bags and top-quality bonsai trees, handmade Belgian kitchenware, framed photo prints and French soaps. Be sure not to miss the amazing array of food and drink! Manchester’s Christmas Markets are famous for traditional bratwurst, but visitors can also treat themselves to Hungarian goulash, Spanish paella or a good old-fashioned hog roast. Plenty of vegetarian options will be on offer, and for those with a sweet tooth the choices are even more mouth-watering!

Birmingham International Tattoo

Sunday 29th November First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 10:30 17:30 3 Adults £42.00 Concessions £40.00

For 30 years, the Birmingham Tattoo has thrilled audiences and this year is no exception.

Whether you prefer Massed Marching Bands, Exciting Displays, the splendour of the Grand Finale, the Field Gun competition to the Massed Parade of Standards to the Dog Display there is something for all the family. The spectacular Grand Finale sees the culmination of the show as all the performers line up and fill the Arena in a spectacle of light and sound. Experience the Pageantry and Spectacle Massed International Marching Bands Massed Pipes and Drums Massed Parade of Standard Bearers Exciting Displays and Thrilling Performances Three hours of spectacle for all the family Featuring over 1,200 performers in the grand finale

All monies raised from the show goes to various charities who work to assist veterans and those serving in our Armed Forces.

Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre Thursday 3rd December First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 07:30 16:00 2 Adults £22.00 Concessions £22.00

The Victorian Fayre was first started back in 1992 by traders from picturesque New Street and Friar Street. Now in its 27th year, the Fayre may have grown a lot but it has stayed true to its traditional roots with plenty of Victorian themed characters, festive treats and a wonderful atmosphere. This year there will be almost 200 stalls across the city centre, selling local arts and crafts, delicious street food and gifts.

As well as a wonderful array of over 200 stalls and tasty treats from the street vendors, look forward to a fantastic programme of entertainment. Look out for Victorian characters in Gin Lane, lofty entertainers on stilts, brilliant musicians on stages and buskers on every street corner. Come and savour the sights, sounds and smells of a Victorian Christmas in Worcester.

Christmas at Blenheim Palace

Saturday 5th December First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 09:30 18:00 1 Adults £TBC Concessions £TBC

Escape the bustle of the high street and soak up the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market set against the magnificent backdrop of Blenheim Palace. Within wooden chalets, the market is filled with a variety of hand-picked, irresistible gifts, unique works by a range of designers and tempting treats for foodies. With ceramics, textiles, homewares, leather goods, jewellery, toys, stationery, bags, hats and so much more, it is the perfect place to begin your Christmas shopping. The towering Tunnel of Light will once again twinkle with over 100,000 pea-lights, while the woodland Laser Garden and the scented Fire Garden all return. The Water Terrace light finale dances across the historic façade to much-loved Christmas classics.

Complete your walk under the stars with mulled cider, mulled wine or a hot chocolate. Gather around the fire-pit with family and friends and toast marshmallows. End the evening browsing the well-stocked gift shop in the East Courtyard. Each year Blenheim Palace has a different house theme which is not to be missed this is not being announced until late April 2020 along with prices. Did you know the palace was relatively cheap to build given its size and grandeur costing only £300,000 back in the 18th Century?

Chester City Centre & Christmas Markets Wednesday 9th December First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 09:00 16:00 1 Adults £15.00 Concessions £15.00

When it comes to shopping, Chester has it all. Whatever your taste and style, why not treat yourself to a few mementoes to remember your visit by. With extensive shops, bars, cafes and restaurants, it’s a chance to get amongst the history of the cobbled streets, quirky lanes and the famous medieval two tiered rows. Get the festive feeling this winter at the Christmas Market located in the city’s beautiful Square opposite the Cathedral. A handmade, historical, magical experience awaits you with 70 traditional wooden chalets surrounding the iconic sparkling tree in the heart of the city. The CheSTAR points you in the direction of gold, frankincense and myrrh (or glühwein, frankfurters & mince pies!) Discover unique, locally made produce, handmade crafts, jewellery, accessories and stocking fillers, you’re sure to find the perfect presents and have your Christmas all wrapped up!

Did you know Chester Town Hall clock only has 3 faces, nothing on the West side? Legend has it, it’s because they won’t give the Welsh the time of day!

Royal Leamington Spa Yuletide Market

Sunday 13th December First Pick Up Estimated Route No Price Time Departure Time 08:30 16:30 1 Adults £15.00 Concessions £15.00

Last trip of the year takes us to Royal Leamington Spa and their Yuletide Market. This annual Yuletide Market has a huge variety of unusual Christmas gifts and crafts, local products and yummy street food! The market runs the length of the main town centre ‘The Parade’ thus adding to your Christmas shopping experience! Counting down to Christmas in style, it boasts an antiques and vintage quarter, food, local stalls and themed events. You will find really unique Christmas gifts, there is such a wide variety that you can buy for even the most awkward person on your list! This Regency town with its wide boulevards, stunning architecture provides a sophisticated backdrop. The town itself combines a treasure-trove of independent stores, national retailers and great places to eat; you will discover something for everyone. Stroll around town and enjoy the beautiful Christmas lights and Christmas-themed windows.

Did you know the town take their biscuits very seriously; a shrine was made for some chocolate digestives that were found broken and deserted on the street?

Route numbers

Add on the time shown next to your pick up point to the first

pick up time advertised

Time after Time after 1 2 first pick up first pick up

Minsterley First Time Minsterley First Time Pontesbury + 00:05 Pontesbury + 00:05 Hanwood + 00:10 Hanwood + 00:10 Shrewsbury bus Shrewsbury bus + 00:30 + 00:30 station station Abbey Foregate + 00:40 Abbey Foregate + 00:40 Dorrington + 00:55 Church Stretton + 01:05 Craven Arms + 01:20 Ludlow + 01:30

Time after 3 first pick up Group discounts of 10 plus are available please call for information Minsterley First Time Pontesbury + 00:05 Thinking of a gift for someone, then Hanwood + 00:10 purchase a Minsterley gift Voucher

Shrewsbury bus + 00:30 Struggling to get to a pick up point – station please ring for advice Abbey Foregate + 00:40 Telford railway + 01:00 station

Important Notes for Your Day Excursion

For your Comfort The consumption of alcohol is not permitted and by law, we operate a strict no smoking policy on all our vehicles. The use of electronic cigarettes is NOT permitted on our vehicles. Please be considerate of other passengers when using a mobile phone or other portable electronic device.

Responsibility / Liability We do not exclude liability to our clients for negligence of our agents or employees. However we do not accept liability for any actions or omissions of those involved in your travel arrangements, over which we have no direct control and who are not employed by us our employees or agents.

Confirmation / Tickets Tickets are to be purchased directly from Minsterley Motors. Confirmation will be sent via e-mail. Should you wish to receive a confirmation in the post a fee of 75p will be added to your booking to cover postage costs.

Cancellation by the Customer If you wish to cancel the Company is under no obligation to offer a refund.

Cancellation by the Company We reserve the right to cancel any excursions caused by events beyond our control. These should include, but are not limited to, technical problems to transport, withdrawal or changes to facilities at the destination, industrial disputes, war or threat of war, riots or civil unrest, terrorist activity, natural disaster, fire, withdrawal of service on route, admission or other services, sickness, breakdown, weather or any other unpredictable events. We reserve the right to withdraw any excursion on which a few bookings only have been made.

Drop-off Points Passengers are reminded that it is company policy that all passengers are set down on the return journey at their original pick up point.

Minsterley Motors Services Ltd 2A The Farriers, Annscroft, Shrewsbury, SY5 8AN

01743 791208

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My Notes

Coach Hire

Our coaches range from 16 seats through to 70 seats. They are ideal for trips to any destination within the UK and Europe.

Our executive coaches have air conditioning, luxury reclining seats, hot drinks facilities, toilet facilities and DVD systems.

We take pride in a job well done and we firmly believe we offer a level of customer care found only in a family run business. We believe it is the driver who ultimately plays the most important role of all. That is why we are exceedingly particular about the drivers we employ. Our drivers have great experience throughout the UK and Europe and are always available to cater for your requirements.

For a quote call us on 01743 791208 or visit www.minsterleymotors.co.uk