The Spirit of Lincolnshire

DOOR TO DOOR HOLIDAYS COACH HOLIDAYS & SHORT BREAKS We are delighted to present to you our 2018 holiday brochure, you will find a few changes this year to our regular itineraries and destinations so hopefully we have organised something different for everyone. We take great pride in our holidays, from choosing the best hotels with the best food and facilities, to organising the days out and attractions to suit all tastes and ages.

We always aim to deliver a high standard of service to our passengers the latest coach, which is fully loaded with Wifi and solar panels, has and this begins from the moment you book your holiday with our team great leg room and much more space for your comfort. This hopefully in the office or online at www.hunts-coaches.co.uk to the moment we will be used as our main holiday coach for 2017/18 and beyond. drop you off safely at home after your holiday. Some passengers prefer Every holiday we present to you in this brochure has been carefully to use our large free car park and meet the coach in Alford before their researched, carefully planned and in a lot of cases been checked by holiday. Home pick up or not, we want your holiday to start as soon as us too. We have tried to offer a wide variety of destinations, whilst you meet us!. still offering the old favourites and don’t forget that the prices you see Hunt’s have now been in business for nearly 90 years and we have include the excursions listed too. There is nothing extra to pay- not gone from strength to strength. Starting with 1 bus which used to do the even insurance, we make sure that’s provided too. We are also fully Boston service, taking chickens and other produce on the roof rack for bonded, as any coach company providing package holidays has to be the market traders, (some of our customers remember this quite well!) by law, so you know your money is 100% safe with us. we have now over 30 coaches of all different styles and sizes and father We look forward to welcoming you on board and providing happy and son team Michael and Joe Hunt are always looking to expand and memories that will last forever. upgrade the fleet at any opportunity. You may have already travelled on Michael & Joe Hunt & all the Hunts team

02 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk 4 8 28 DON’T JUST COMPARE OUR PRICES 12 16 20 24 WC 3 7 DRIVER 27 WITH OTHER OPERATORS, COMPARE 11 15 19 23 WHATS INCLUDED AND THE QUALITY 2 6 OFFERED. 10 14 18 22 26 30 1 5 9 13 17 21 25 29 JUST LOOK AT WHAT YOU GET FOR 30 SEAT COACH SEATING PLAN YOUR MONEY:

• Luxury air conditioned coaches • Door to door departures within our large catchment area 4 8 12 16 20 32 36 40 44 48 or FREE car parking at our depot in Alford 53 WC 3 7 DRIVER 52 31 35 39 43 47 11 15 19 • Travel insurance with no need to declare pre existing 51 medical conditions when in the UK 2 6 50 10 14 18 22 26 30 34 38 42 46 1 5 9 29 13 17 21 25 33 37 41 45 • Included excursions- no hidden charges, what you see 49 is what you get 49 SEAT COACH SEATING PLAN • Professional and experienced tour drivers with first aid training • 88 years of experience and reliability 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 WC • Quality hotel accommodation EXIT 3 7 DRIVER 27 31 35 39 43 47 11 15 19 23 • Price guarantee – we never discount holidays 2 6 30 34 38 42 46 10 14 18 22 26

• Experienced and customer friendly staff on hand to deal FACILITIES 1 5 9 33 37 41 45 with your bookings and enquiries 13 17 21 25 29 • Total luggage handling 48 SEAT COACH SEATING PLAN

TRAVEL OFFICE TRAVEL DOCUMENTS Your holiday experience begins when you contact our travel office where Upon receipt of your deposit you will be issued with confirmation of our friendly and experienced office staff are able to guide you through the your booking and insurance documents, or, if you have booked online booking process and deal with any queries you may have. Alternatively your documents will be emailed to you. Please check these documents our online booking service is quick and easy for you to negotiate and carefully and inform the office straight away if you think anything needs gives the added luxury of paying safely online. amending. Once you have paid your balance you will receive your 2-3 WEST STREET | ALFORD | LINCOLNSHIRE | LN13 9DG luggage labels, and approximately 5 days before departure you will be TEL: 01507 463000 notified of your departure time by telephone. Certain documents such EMAIL: [email protected] as entry tickets will be issued to you by the driver on tour. WWW.HUNTS-COACHES.CO.UK

WE ARE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9.00AM - 5PM LUGGAGE SATURDAY 9.00AM - 1.00PM We would ask that on all holidays you only try to bring one medium sized suitcase (max weight 15kg/33lb) per person plus one piece of RESERVED COACH SEATING hand luggage. On holidays with an overnight hotel a small overnight bag is also recommended. All of our tours which include more than one When you make a booking you will be allocated seat numbers on the overnight stay will include porterage unless otherwise stated. coach which will remain yours throughout the duration of your holiday. Requests for specific seat numbers can be made but as bookings are made on a first come first served basis we recommend you book early to HOTEL ACCOMMODATION avoid disappointment. Below you will find seating plans for our various touring coaches, use this to help choose your seats. Coaches will be Accommodation featured in this brochure varies from luxurious 4* allocated nearer the time and you will be contacted as soon as possible establishments to homely family run hotels. We make every effort to to confirm changes should your allocated seats be affected. ensure that all accommodation is of an acceptable standard and you are allocated precisely the kind of room you have requested.

03 HOTEL RATING DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE Our hotel ratings are based on a variety of information from tourist Your holiday quite literally begins at your doorstep (within the shown board grading, annual appraisals and feedback from customers area)with our door to door service using our mini buses and local taxis. and drivers. Hotels are rated from 2* for standard good quality Transport from your home to our depot is included on all our brochure accommodation to 4* for those offering more comfort and a wider tours, except for one night tours where we will offer a selection of range of facilities. departure points. As we appreciate that Lincolnshire is a rural county we understand that some passengers rely on this service and would ROOM TYPE be unable to travel without it. However we also appreciate that some passengers who have their own transport do not like taking a less direct When booking for two people sharing a room you should either request route to our depot. We are happy for passengers to leave their own cars a double bed or twin beds. Single rooms are always in high demand in our free car park for the duration of their tour. and early booking is recommended. Holidays which offer single rooms without a supplement are limited. Once these rooms have been used and we request additional rooms over our allocation then a supplement may apply on a tour which originally states no single room supplement, EAST YORKSHIRE you will be advised on this upon booking. Single rooms which do not incur a supplement tend to be a smaller room with a single bed as GRIMSBY opposed to a double room used for sole occupancy. Some hotels will SCUNTHORPE CLEETHORPES charge a supplement for a genuine single room and although we do not agree with this practice, it is beyond our control. GAINSBOROUGH LOUTH ALFORD MEALS LINCOLN HORNCASTLE SKEGNESS Almost all of our tours are booked on a half board basis, including WOODHALL SPA breakfast and evening meal daily unless otherwise stated. These meals NOTTS may be table served, served from a carvery, offered in a buffet style or BOSTON pre ordered. Set menus are usually provided on continental and some British holidays. Please remember when travelling abroad that the food GRANTHAM served and the way that it is served will be different from the way we are used to. For example breakfast on the continent usually comprises of rolls, butter, preserves and coffee. This is all part of the continental LEICS STAMFORD experience. If you have any special requirements regarding diets and allergies please ensure you mention this on booking so we can advise RUT the hotel. NORFOLK CAMBS

SEATBELTS DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE AVAILABLE IN THIS AREAS In line with legislation seatbelts must be worn at all times when PICK UP FROM THE NEAREST COLLECTION POINT OR FROM travelling on the coach. Seatbelt extensions are available if required and THE ALFORD DEPOT must be ordered when making your booking. 24 HOURS EMERGENCY CONTACT TRAVEL INSURANCE In case of emergency either prior to collection or during your tours Upon making your booking you will be given the opportunity to take you can contact us on our usual office number 01507-463000 where out the travel insurance policy we offer as part of your holiday. If at you will be diverted to an out of hours mobile. Please note that non the time of booking the insurance policy we offer is not taken, this will emergencies will not be dealt with outside of office hours and you will be noted on your confirmation and you will be asked for the details be asked to call back. of any insurance you may have already. It is the responsibility of the passenger to ensure they have adequate insurance. LOST PROPERTY F.Hunt (Coach Hire) Limited trading as Hunts Coaches is an Appointed Any items of lost property which are found on our coaches will be Representative of ITC Compliance Limited who are authorised and handed in to our traffic office as soon as possible, where it will be regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their firm reference is possible for collection. For reference our lost property number is 3134896) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general 01507-668127 option 1. insurance contracts. CONCERTS, SHOWS, SPECIAL OFFERS AND EXCURSIONS SPECIAL NEEDS/ ACCESS REQUIREMENTS We are continually releasing additional information on concerts, shows We try to ensure all our holidays are as disability friendly as they and late availabilities which are not listed in this brochure. Ask the can be. If you have any special requirements regarding access, or travel office for details. We also offer an extensive selection of day trips require special assistance in any way please mention this at the throughout the year. From flower shows to scenic tours, train rides time of booking. All visitor attractions and hotels will provide access and stately homes, there is something for everyone. The day excursion statements to us/you on request. brochure will be available in the spring.

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INDEX

06 LLANDUDNO SUMMER BY THE SEASIDE 23 WELSH BORDERS STEAM & CRUISE 06 BRIDLINGTON AT THE MOVIES 23 ISLE OF WIGHT 07 CORNISH ALL INCLUSIVE 24 RAVENSCAR 07 SKIPTON CLASSIC 24 CROMER 08 LLANDRINDOD WELLS 25 MAJESTIC FJORDLAND CRUISE 08 KENT 26 CORNWALL 09 WARNERS NIDD HALL 26 LUDLOW 09 SCARBOROUGH 27 EURODISNEY 10 WELLS, THE SMALLEST CITY IN ENGLAND 28 BRIDLINGTON TURKEY & TINSEL 10 WORTHING’S SOUTH COAST STUNNER 28 WESTON SUPER MARE TURKEY & TINSEL 11 GREAT YARMOUTH GETAWAY 29 LONGLEAT & THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHT 11 MANCHESTER SHIP 29 SKIPTON TURKEY & TINSEL 12 ISLE OF WIGHT 30 CHRISTMAS HOUSE PARTY , MORECAMBE 12 CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 31 HOLIDAY INSURANCE 13 DURHAM DISCOVERY 32 TERMS & CONDITIONS 13 HAUNTED BLACKPOOL 33 GROUP COACH HIRE 14 EASTBOURNE 34 2018 EXCURSIONS 14 KENDAL

15 PAIGNTON BROCHURE KEY 15 ILFRACOMBE GROUND FLOOR 16 BALTIC CITIES AND ST PETERSBURG CRUISE G ROOMS AVAILABLE 17 POOLE LIFTS 17 KILLARNEY AND THE RING OF KERRY CENTRAL LOCATION 18

18 EDINBURGH TATTOO WALK IN SHOWERS AVAILABLE 19 MORECAMBE SUMMER EN-SUITE ROOMS 19 CAMBRIDGE TEA & COFFEE MAKING 20 LLANDUDNO SUMMER HOLIDAY FACILITIES IN THE ROOM

20 BOURNEMOUTH, LONGLEAT & MONKEY WORLD TV IN THE ROOM 21 CARDIFF WEEKENDER LEISURE FACILITIES 21 JERSEY 22 PURE SCOTLAND SPA FACILITIES 22 CORTON COASTAL VILLAGE, WARNERS

05 LLANDUDNO ‘SUMMER BY THE SEASIDE’ BRIDLINGTON AT THE MOVIES 12TH FEBRUARY – 16TH FEBRUARY 2018 25TH FEBRUARY – 1ST MARCH 2018

£295PP £259PP £16 SINGLE £12 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT ROOM SUPPLEMENT

THE QUEENS HOTEL THE BALMORAL HOTEL BRIDLINGTON The Queens Hotel has been one of our passenger’s favourite hotels for many years. The Balmoral Hotel & Restaurant is owned and managed by Andy and Janet Being centrally located on Llandudno’s Victorian promenade with fantastic views Crossland. They are a family run business in Bridlington on the picturesque East of the Bay and opposite the main shopping street, this hotel offers a relaxing bar, Yorkshire Coast. This is a popular hotel visited by ourselves year after year, it never comfortable rooms with friendly and helpful staff on hand to allow you to simply disappoints. relax, unwind and enjoy all Llandudno has to offer. BRIDLINGTON LLANDUDNO Bridlington is a fine place to visit, whatever the season, being a traditional seaside Llandudno is a fabulous place to visit at any time of year. Situated between two resort with a wide peaceful promenade and long sandy beaches. The busy harbour beautiful beaches, Llandudno still retains its elegance from the Victorian era whilst is a great place to stop and watch the activities of fishermen and sailors at work in or maintaining its modern day facilities. This coastal resort offers amazing views, a near the sea. Good old fashioned hospitality awaits you on this value break, to enjoy fabulous spacious promenade and excellent shopping facilities. Yorkshire at its best.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 4 nights Half Board accommodation 3 York Castle Museum 3 Excursions 3 Vintage Bus Tour 3 Excursions 3 Bodnant Gardens 3 Theatre Themed Entertainment 3 Happy hour drinks at the bar

MONDAY SUNDAY Departing Lincolnshire for your journey to Llandudno with comfort stops to be taken en- We travel North to Bridlington via the 2017 city of culture Hull, All of the city’s museums route. Tonight in your hotel there will be bingo followed by seaside singalong entertainment. and galleries are free to enter so spend some time in the Ferens gallery or immerse yourself in Hull’s maritime history at the Maritime Museum. This evening a night at the movies whilst TUESDAY you enjoy your 4 course meal and maybe partake in a drink from the bar, selected drinks are A full day of sightseeing around the scenic area of North . Your tour will take you only £1! through many pretty local villages and points of interest with free time spent in the picturesque area of Llangollen well known for its canal, railway, fabulous architecture MONDAY and many independent shops. Today we travel from our hotel to Whitby, The Yorkshire Coast is a great place to sample delicious, freshly caught seafood, and for many a trip to the area just wouldn’t be the same Your driver will have you back to your hotel for 4pm for afternoon tea and your without indulging in some delicious Whitby fish and chips. Other things to do in Whitby evening entertainment which includes bingo and a sing song to some of your include visiting the Dracula Experience on the seafront, where you can be guided through favourite seaside classics. the story and learn about its connection to the town. A trip to Whitby would not be the same without climbing the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey, counting as you go, and exploring the WEDNESDAY beautiful ruins which tower over the town. The night at the movies theme continues Step back in time and board a vintage bus for an hour’s tour of Great Orme to see all the this evening. attractions. Then enjoy some free time in Llandudno, maybe take a stroll along the promenade or just enjoy all this town has to offer. Afternoon tea will be served in your hotel at 4pm and TUESDAY your seaside theme continues after dinner with tonight’s entertainment. This morning we travel to York where we have arranged a visit to the York Castle Museum, Come and see hundreds of years of York’s history in one place – from recreated Jacobean THURSDAY dining rooms to infamous Victorian criminals and all the way to the Space Age and the A visit to Bodnant Gardens, ‘A garden for all seasons.’ This beautiful garden boasts Wales’ swinging Sixties. largest collection of champion trees which provides a year round spectacle, a garden that’s There’s something for everyone this year at York Castle Museum. The interactive galleries for ever changing throughout the seasons. Sweet treat time is at 4pm for afternoon tea and hold thousands of historic objects that really bring the past to life. There will be free time you can sit back and enjoy your last evening of entertainment. to spend in York before heading back to your hotel for another movie themed evening of entertainment and of course the £1 drinks!. FRIDAY Travel back to Lincolnshire with a comfort stop en route at Bakewell, home to the famous tart. WEDNESDAY After breakfast we travel just up the coast to the neighbouring town of Scarborough. Scarborough really does have it all; dramatic cliffs and castle headland, award-winning beaches, historic harbour, great family attractions, booming town centre and a warm Yorkshire welcome to match. This evening will be a themed awards ceremony so please dress to impress, there will be movie related quizzes, bingo and games for you to enjoy.

THURSDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, With a comfort stop to be made at the Brigg Garden Centre, As one of the largest garden centres in the UK, Brigg offers you a unique shopping experience with everything you need for the home and garden.

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£385PP £375PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £90 SINGLE AVAILABLE WITHOUT ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE ESPLANADE HOTEL, NEWQUAY THE RENDEZVOUS HOTEL A picturesque and contemporary hotel overlooking the world famous Fistral Beach This family run hotel on the outskirts of the delightful market town of Skipton – in Newquay, The Esplanade is a special place where the whole family can kick back gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, offers the best in Yorkshire hospitality – with staff and relax together - a stylish home from home. The hotel offers stunning views from who really do care! Guests return time and again, whether it’s for business or inside and out, especially from the lounge where the dramatic seascapes spill in. leisure, because they offer warmth and a genuine professional hospitality.

NEWQUAY SKIPTON Newquay, one of the nation’s favourite seaside towns, exudes the laid back As the gateway to the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, people travel the length and atmosphere you would expect from a town perched on Cornwall’s Atlantic cliffs and breadth of the country to visit this charming market town. With its famous 900 bordered by 7 miles of glorious golden sandy beaches. It’s a place where all the year old castle, romantic ruined priory and historic cobbled High Street, Skipton is family gets to relax and enjoy a proper holiday - toes in the sand, ice-cream in hand. endlessly rich both in history and outstanding natural beauty. There’s a different beach for every day of the week and glorious open spaces looking out to sea. The town manages to be both trendy and yet remains a great resort - all wrapped up in the most fantastic coastal scenery.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights Full board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 The Eden Project 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Skipton Canal Cruise 3 Excursions 3 Japanese Gardens 3 Complimentary bar (selected times) 3 RHS Harlow Carr 3 Excursions

MONDAY MONDAY We travel South to Newquay with comfort stops on the way. On arrival to the hotel you We travel To Skipton with a comfort stop in the city of Culture 2017 Hull, A visit to Hull will be greeted with a traditional Cornish cream tea whilst your cases are being taken to is always the start of a great story. The cobbled streets of the city’s Old Town, your room. visitors back to days gone by when Hull was trading with the medieval Hanseatic League. You will arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to relax before your evening meal. TUESDAY This morning, after we have picked up your packed lunches, we travel from our hotel to the TUESDAY Japanese Gardens, Whether you want to relax by the colourful pools swimming with Koi Today we travel from our hotel to RHS Harlow Carr, The gardens stand on what was once carp, listen to the tumbling waterfall or explore the Eastern World of horticulture, the garden part of the Forest of Knaresborough, an ancient Royal hunting ground. Springs of sulphur has easy access making it a joy to visit for everyone. Recline on the balcony of the Cha-Seki water were discovered here in 1734 but development of the site as a spa did not take place (teahouse) to round up your experience as you take in the stunning overview of this magical for more than 100 years. In 1840, Henry Wright, the owner of the estate, cleaned out and paradise. Then on to Padstow, Padstow’s harbour is undoubtedly the strongest attraction in protected one of the wells and four years later built a hotel and a bath house. Then this the town and visitors find themselves drawn to it like a magnet. Fishing and pleasure craft afternoon Harrogate is our destination, With its handsome historic buildings and verdant rock side-by-side on their moorings, children fish for crabs from the harbour wall, quayside gardens, Harrogate is one of Yorkshire’s most elegant destinations. inns and cafes overlook the calm water. WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY This morning we travel to Leeds, One of our popular destinations with the day trips, Today, with a packed lunch in hand, we travel to The Eden Project, With a worldwide Leeds is far becoming the place to be. From high street stores to independent bespoke reputation, and recognised by the British Travel Awards as the Best UK Leisure Attraction 4 shops, Museums, Art Galleries, and architecture spanning the decades, you will find years running (2014, 2013, 2012 and 2011) and the Silver Award for Best Leisure Attraction something for all. in 2016, Eden barely needs an introduction, but this epic destination definitely deserves a day of your undivided attention. More than just a huge, tropical garden, Eden is a gateway THURSDAY into the relationships between plants and people, and a fascinating insight into the story of After breakfast a Canal Cruise has been included, sit back and relax as your boat winds mankind’s dependence on plant life. Not only a mind-blowing visitor attraction, Eden is also its way up the Skipton Canal, with your informative guide at hand should you have any fast-becoming a unique resource for education and knowledge towards a sustainable future. questions. This afternoon we have set aside for you to enjoy Skipton. This evening will begin with a quiz or bingo before your evening meal. FRIDAY THURSDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop to be After breakfast an optional excursion to St Ives, St Ives is a seemingly subtropical oasis made in York. where the beaches are golden, the vegetation is lush and the light piercingly bright. We arrive back to the hotel in time for a hot buffet lunch, for those who would like to join in the fun, There will be an afternoon board game bonanza with tea and homemade cake. Others may like to spend the day in the resort Newquay, one of the nation’s favourite seaside towns, exudes the laid back atmosphere you would expect from a town perched on Cornwall’s Atlantic cliffs and bordered by 7 miles of glorious golden sandy beaches. It’s a place where all the family gets to relax and enjoy a proper holiday - toes in the sand, ice-cream in hand.

FRIDAY Travel home to Lincolnshire with fresh memories of a wonderful holiday with comfort stops enroute.

07 A TASTE OF KENT AND THE LLANDRINDOD WELLS GARDEN OF ENGLAND 1ST APRIL – 5TH APRIL 2018 5TH APRIL – 9TH APRIL 2018

£399PP £399PP £47 SINGLE £80 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT ROOM SUPPLEMENT

THE METROPOLE HOTEL THE HILTON MAIDSTONE Built in 1896 The Metropole Hotel, Welsh Hotel and Spa was originally the largest Hilton Maidstone is close to some of Kent’s best cultural attractions, including hotel in Wales upon completion. Still privately owned by Justin Baird-Murray, Great the Historic Chatham Dockyard, Kent Life, and Dickens World. History buffs will Great Grandson of the founder, The Metropole Hotel & Spa remains the highest AA appreciate our proximity to both Leeds Castle and Rochester Castle, as well as the rated hotel and spa in mid Wales. beautiful Rochester Cathedral.

LLANDRINDOD WELLS KENT Llandrindod Wells as its name implies, was historically linked with the health-giving Kent – known as the Garden of England waters which it still provides for visitors today. It is therefore surprising to find that, – is perhaps the most beautiful of English although the beneficial effects of taking the waters were known to the Romans, counties with rolling hills, orchards and the development of the town did not take off until the mid- 19th Century with the ancient villages coming of the railway to the town. It then grew at an astonishing rate, as the taking of the waters became a fashionable part of Victorian living.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 Nights Half Board accommodation 3 Abbey-Cwm-Hir Hall 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Excursions 3 Goodnestone park gardens 3 Leeds castle 3 Chapel Down Winery Guided tour

SUNDAY We travel west to Llandrindod Wells with a comfort stop in Royal Leamington Spa, Wide THURSDAY boulevards, Georgian and Edwardian architecture and award-winning parks provide a We travel South to Kent with a comfort stop in the Cathedral City of Cambridge, Explore stunning backdrop to this shopping paradise. Often described as ‘the best bits of London, quaint passages set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and all in a ten-minute walk’, Leamington town centre combines a treasure-trove of independent, relaxing shopping experience can be found. Here a blend of independent shops is mingled specialist boutiques with all the national chains you would expect to find in a large city. You with high street brands to cater for any style. You should arrive at your hotel with plenty of will arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to relax before your evening meal. time to settle in before your evening meal. FRIDAY MONDAY Today we travel from our hotel to Goodnestone Park Gardens, Visitors to Goodnestone are Today we travel from our hotel to Abbey-Cwm-Hir Hall, a favourite with our passengers on always surprised to discover such a haven of beautiful tranquillity hidden away in south-east previous tours, The gardens and grounds have been restored for visitors to enjoy. Many Kent. The gardens have many centuries of history behind them and have been created by Victorian features remain, or have been uncovered, through the restoration. Such features generations of the FitzWalter family who have lived here since they built the house. The include a 1.5 acre walled garden, lawns and terraces, 4 courtyards, a lake and waterfall gardens have been brought to their present level of acclaimed quality during the last forty and some splendid mixed woodland. The grounds overlook the abbey, and give wonderful years. Then time permitting a visit to Canterbury, Full of breathtaking heritage and culture. views along “The Long Valley”. You will be given a guided tour of the house by the family Canterbury is simply inspirational. or close personal friend of the family. The rest of the day is to enjoy at your own leisure in Llandrindod Wells. SATURDAY This morning we travel just down the road for a visit to Leeds Castle, Leeds Castle has TUESDAY been a Norman stronghold; the private property of six of England’s medieval queens; a This morning we travel through the picturesque Brecon Beacons, with a stop in Hay-on- palace used by Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon; a Jacobean country house; Wye, In the 1960s, a young man, Richard Booth, bought Hay castle and declared the town a Georgian mansion; an elegant early 20th century retreat for the influential and famous; and an independent state with him as king. With his cardboard crown, and a sceptre made from in the 21st century, it has become one of the most visited historic buildings in Britain. Time a ballcock, he set out to put the town on the map. Improbably, he succeeded. He made it permitting a visit to Rochester, This area is where Dickens’ life started and ended; the places world famous as ‘the town of books’. In Brecon, narrow compact streets, Georgian facades that pop up in his books still sit among its characterful streets, shops and ancient buildings and the restored tell tales of times gone by. For culture, seek out the 12th today. century cathedral, South Wales Borderers Military Museum, and Brecknock Museum and SUNDAY Art Gallery. After breakfast we visit Chapel Down Winery, Set amongst 22 acres of vineyards, recognised as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, the Chapel Down winery has excellent facilities WEDNESDAY for visitors including a high quality restaurant and a shop stocking a variety of local produce. After breakfast we travel up the road to Ludlow, The steady pace of life here means you’ll We have arranged a guided tour including a wine tasting (We hope you are over 18?). This always be greeted with a smile and conversation in our busy high street where you afternoon a visit to Rye, Perched on a hill, the medieval town of Rye is the sort of place will find many small independent shops and regular markets in Castle Square. As well you thought existed only in your imagination. Almost suspended in time, Rye’s unhurried as opportunities to take in beautiful walks around the castle and along the river Teme, atmosphere and enchanting streets draw visitors with their warm welcome. It’s small enough surrounded by historic buildings and with breathtaking views of the Shropshire Hills beyond, to make you feel at home almost straight away but holds enough secret treasures to entice there’s so much to do and enjoy in Ludlow. you to stay much longer. You’ll find quality independent retailers not seen in anonymous malls. Luxury products, antiques, books, records and artisan goods are Rye’s speciality. Art THURSDAY and photography galleries are evidence of a flourishing creative community. We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop enroute. MONDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute.

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£399PP £365PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS AVAILABLE WITH NO AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

WARNERS NIDD HALL HOTEL THE RED LEA HOTEL Warners leisure hotels present a collection of properties ranging from historic The Red Lea is one of Scarborough’s most respected 3 Star hotels. With friendly, country houses to commanding castles and offer a unique holiday experience professional service, the 66 rooms include private facilities, colour TV, beverage tray which is based upon relaxation and rejuvenation. Set amongst 45 acres of verdant and a lift to all upper floors. they have a heated indoor swimming pool along with a parkland, Nidd Hall is a magnificent grade II listed mansion built during the 1820’s. well-equipped gym. You will discover stairways which sweep you past gorgeous carvings and cornices, large marble fireplaces with roaring fires, intricately carved wooden panels and SCARBOROUGH glorious floor to ceiling windows, all of which stand as a testament to Nidd Halls Often referred to as “The Queen of the Yorkshire Coast” with its imposing 12th century period charm and essential character. castle dominating the skyline, Scarborough has a wealth of attractions and is regarded This break includes four nights half board accommodation in beautiful rooms; as one of the East coast’s premier holiday resorts. This Victorian town has much to however you may choose to upgrade to an even more luxurious room for a offer with its golden beaches and attractive coastline, beachfront cafes, beautiful parks supplement and subject to availability. You may also wish to compliment your stay and gardens and elegant Victorian esplanade. here by using the leisure facilities or indulge in some wonderful beauty treatments, at extra cost, that will leave your batteries fully re-charged. G

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Excursions 3 Entertainment 3 North Yorkshire Moors Railway

MONDAY MONDAY Morning departure to Nidd Hall with short refreshment stops taken on route to ensure We travel North to Scarborough via Beverley, Voted one of the best places to live in the an early afternoon check in, allowing lots of time to explore the beautiful and peaceful UK, Beverley is also one of Yorkshire’s best kept secrets. Renowned for its exquisite 13th surroundings or enjoy the hotels facilities before dinner followed by an evening of Century Minster, the town is home to a lively market, a thriving music scene, excellent flat entertainment. racing and a medieval skyline that remains refreshingly unspoilt. You should arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to relax before your evening meal. TUESDAY After breakfast there will be the opportunity to visit Harrogate the beautiful Victorian Spa TUESDAY town nestled on the edge of the Yorkshire dales. With its amazing historical buildings and Today we travel from our hotel to Bridlington for a half day excursion, It’s fair to say that beautiful gardens, Harrogate has lots of boutiques and many independent shops to explore, Bridlington Old Town is a relatively quiet place due to the fact that a lot of tourists who visit or maybe visit the famous Betty’s tea rooms. Bridlington are unaware that this part of the town exists. However, the Old Town really is a must visit for anyone keen on history as it is steeped in Medieval charm which can be seen WEDNESDAY just by rambling through the streets and alleyways. The rest of the day is to be spent at This morning we take a leisurely drive through the Yorkshire dales. Sit back and enjoy the leisure in Scarborough. rolling countryside as we make our way to Skipton a bustling market town know as the,’ Gateway to the Dales’. Skipton is a fascinating place with an interesting past a great town to WEDNESDAY meander around, before returning to Nidd Hall for an afternoon of leisure. This morning we travel to Pickering to meet the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, a stunning visual trip along the North Yorkshire Moors which ends in Whitby where you have time at THURSDAY leisure for the rest of the day, From the atmospheric Abbey towering over winding cobbled After breakfast we visit the old market town of Ripon, the unspoilt cathedral city of the streets to the windswept beach and working harbour, Whitby is not your traditional coastal Yorkshire Dales, a true hidden gem waiting to be explored. We take a leisurely drive back to town. An Enjoy England award winner for Best Day Out, be sure to sample Yorkshire’s our hotel for a final afternoon at leisure. best fish and chips, discover ancient vampire legends and sit under the whale bone arch, watching the brightly coloured fishing vessels passing by. FRIDAY We depart Nidd Hall after breakfast with a visit to York, renowned for its amazing cobbled THURSDAY streets and fabulous minster before making our way home fully relaxed and refreshed. Today has been set aside to enjoy your resort, From the rugged rocky headland and colourful seaside traditions of the South Bay, to the bright beach huts of the award-winning sandy North Bay, Scarborough has all the ingredients you need.

FRIDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop to be made in the 2017 UK City of Culture Hull.

09 WELLS, THE SMALLEST CITY WORTHING’S SOUTH IN ENGLAND COAST STUNNER 30TH APRIL – 4TH MAY 2018 6TH MAY – 12TH MAY 2018

£449PP £519PP £76 SINGLE LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS ROOM SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

THE BEST WESTERN THE CHATSWORTH HOTEL SWAN HOTEL Chatsworth Hotel is Worthing’s oldest The Best Western Plus Swan hotel is in the and largest hotel, family run now for four heart of vibrant and historic city of generations. Steeped in history there has Wells, A former coaching inn, the Best been a hotel on the site since 1807, and as Western Plus Swan hotel is a delight to such they are a Grade II listed building, with behold, both inside and out! It has been beautiful Georgian frontage Ideally located sympathetically restored and extended to in the centre of town opposite Steyne ensure every inch of comfort for guests gardens and adjacent to the seafront. staying within its 48 bedrooms and the luxurious Cathedral Suite (recent winner of Most Impressive Guest Room in our global Fan Awards). What’s more, a Health WORTHING Suite is also available for the exclusive use of guests. Offering something for everyone, get a real taste of Southern England with stunning scenery and outstanding locations combined with fabulous value and hospitality on this relaxing and reinvigorating holiday.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 6 nights half board accommodation 3 Happy hour drinks promotion 3 Cheddar Gorge 3 SS Great Britain 3 Arundel Castle & Gardens 3 St Marys House 3 Excursions 3 Entertainment

MONDAY SUNDAY We travel to Wells, with comfort stops enroute. You should arrive at your hotel with plenty of We travel South to Worthing with comfort stops enroute. You should arrive at your hotel with time time to relax and settle in before your evening meal. for tea and biscuits and to settle in before your evening meal. MONDAY TUESDAY This morning we visit St Mary’s House and Gardens, There are five acres of beautiful gardens, Today we travel through the picturesque Mendip Hills to Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar has with an exceptional example of the prehistoric Ginkgo Biloba ‘living fossil’ tree, amusing animal always been a very important, and a very special place. Its geology, prehistory, history and topiary, and ‘Secret’ Garden with original Victorian fruit wall and pineapple pits, beautiful rose wildlife all have fascinating tales to tell. Even the Carboniferous limestone rock of the Gorge garden, unusual circular English Poetry Garden, landscape water garden and Rural Museum. Then your driver will take you on a scenic tour of the South Downs National Park, From rolling and its Caves has travelled the world. Formed under the sea on the Equator 300 million hills to bustling market towns, the South Downs National Park’s landscapes cover 1,600km2 of years ago from the remains of corals and sea creatures, it was moved to its present location breath-taking views and hidden gems. Discover the white cliffs of Seven Sisters, rolling farmland, by tremendous tectonic earth movements, then thrust up to form a range of mountains ancient woodland and lowland heaths . thousands of feet high. This afternoon there will be free time to spend exploring Wells, TUESDAY Wells is the smallest city in England with about 12,000 inhabitants. It can call itself a city This morning we visit Arundel Castle, The seat of The Dukes of Norfolk and set in 40 acres because of the famous 13th century Cathedral. It remains remarkably unspoilt and has many of sweeping grounds and gardens, Arundel Castle has been open to visitors seasonally for other historic buildings including the moated Bishop’s Palace, Vicars’ Close, St Cuthbert’s nearly 200 years. It is one of the treasure houses of England, each having its own unique place Church and a good local museum. in history and is home to priceless works of art. See the paintings and furniture, tapestries and stained glass, china and clocks, sculpture and carving, heraldry and armour in stunning WEDNESDAY room settings. This afternoon time permitting, we visit Chichester, Chichester city centre’s This morning we travel to the historic City of Bristol to visit the SS Great Britain, Brunel’s broad streets are packed with listed buildings, with the list headed by the towering presence of Chichester Cathedral, now home to a family of peregrine falcons who can be heard as they SS Great Britain is one of the most important historic ships in the world. When she was swoop over the city at dusk. launched in 1843 she was called ‘the greatest experiment since the Creation’. By combining size, power and innovative technology, Brunel created a ship that changed history. His WEDNESDAY After breakfast we travel just up the coast to Eastbourne, Eastbourne is a great place if you want vision for the SS Great Britain made her the great-great-grandmother for all modern ships. to experience English life. You can try fish and chips or take afternoon tea in one of the many tea The rest of the day will be at leisure in Bristol, If ever there was a city with a story to tell, it’s rooms around the town. Over 18s can try English beer in a traditional English pub either in town Bristol. Enveloped in the hills of South West England, it has its own unmistakable identity, or in the nearby countryside. In addition to the picturesque seafront, there are spectacular cliff grounded in roots from centuries past and carved out since by passionate locals and top vistas, and historic country villages and country walks just a short bus ride away. spirited fans. THURSDAY We have set aside today for you to enjoy Worthing, Worthing offers a wide choice of activities THURSDAY that will suit young and old, making every day and night a memorable one. Discover the local After breakfast we travel to Weston Super Mare, The magnificent beach and seafront is just history by exploring the award winning Museum & Art Gallery with its superb costume & toy one of the many attractions of Weston-super-Mare, offering plenty of activities to keep you collections and delightful sculpture garden. Choose from a huge number of restaurants serving busy. You may fancy some watersports, a donkey ride, or a sedate stroll along the prom, or cuisine from all around the globe or enjoy the café culture with a selection of cafes and bars you may simply want to take a seat, stop, and enjoy the view with an ice cream and watch where you can sit and watch the world go by. Shop in the convenient town centre much of which is pedestrianised and plays host to a mix of both high street names and individual retailers. the world go by! A traditional seaside holiday resort, Weston-super-Mare offers everything one would expect from a holiday by the sea. FRIDAY Today we visit the neighbouring town of Brighton, Stretching out into the sea is the iconic, neon- FRIDAY lit Brighton Pier. Expect amusements, rides and invigorating ocean views. In the heart of the city, you’ll find an extravagant pleasure palace fit for a king. Brighton Pavilion was built for King We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. George IV, who had architect John Nash reimagine it into the domed Indian style palace you can see today. Brighton’s colourful network of shopping streets known as The Lanes are awash with vintage gear, antiques and quaint cafes. SATURDAY This morning we say goodbye to our hosts and travel back to Lincolnshire with comfort stops on the way.

10 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk GREAT YARMOUTH GETAWAY 11TH MAY – 14TH MAY 2018 17TH MAY – 21ST MAY 2018

£289PP £389PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £80 SINGLE AVAILABLE WITH NO ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

BURLINGTON PALM HOTEL HALLMARK HOTEL PRESTON LEYLAND As one of the largest hotels in Great Yarmouth, overlooking the stunning beach, This award winning hotel is top for customer service and the food and drink they this hotel has become a popular choice for both holidaymakers and locals alike. serve. Recognised by Visit England for offering exceptional customer service, Beautifully-maintained rooms, a stunning outside lounge area and a fully-stocked bar nothing is too much hassle for their passionate team. The head chef Stuart and restaurant are just a few reasons why people return to Burlington Palm time after McNorton and his team take great care to ensure you have an amazing dining time. experience with them. Awarded with an AA rosette for food creativity and service plus accolades from Taste of Lancashire no less, they use seasonal and local GREAT YARMOUTH ingredients to create mouth-watering memorable meals for you. Visitors have been coming to Great Yarmouth since the late 1700s and the resort is now one of the most popular in the UK for day trips, weekend breaks and longer MANCHESTER holidays, offering all the character of a traditional seaside trip but with a very modern Come aboard with us for a six hour awe-inspiring trip along the 35 miles of the twist. There are more than 15 miles of sandy beaches within the Greater Yarmouth area, Manchester Ship Canal, enjoying spectacular scenery and a lively commentary. all with gentle slopes that make bathing a delight, from the marram dunes of Winterton-on-Sea and Hemsby in the north to cliff-backed Hopton-on-Sea in the south.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 3 nights Half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Manchester Ship Canal 3 Liverpool Museum Terracota Warrior Exhibition

FRIDAY THURSDAY Today we travel to Great Yarmouth via Kings Lynn, Brim full of history and with a vibrant We travel to Leyland with a comfort stop enroute. We will arrive at our hotel with plenty of time to town centre, King’s Lynn is the ideal destination to spend an afternoon, enjoying the superb settle in with a complimentary treat and tea and coffee before your evening meal. mix of history, shopping and entertainment on offer. FRIDAY SATURDAY Today we travel from our hotel to Southport. Discover Lord Street, a tree-lined Victorian Today will be spent in your resort for you to experience all Great Yarmouth has to offer, from boulevard that is home to shops, restaurants and quaint tearooms, as well as the grand Wayfarers the award winning beaches to the vibrant shopping centre, there is something for all in this Arcade with its glass and iron domed roof. Stroll along Southport’s pier, the country’s oldest resort. iron pier, then explore the beach and take a boat trip on Marine Lake, the UK’s largest man-made leisure lake.

SUNDAY SATURDAY This morning we travel to Cromer, Cromer, perched on the very edge of the north Norfolk This morning we travel to Manchester for the highlight of your stay, a 6 hour cruise on the coast, is famous for its tasty crabs, wide open beaches, a traditional pier complete with a Manchester Ship Canal. You’ll travel the 35-miles of the canal, enjoying spectacular scenery and theatre providing seaside special variety shows and is awash with small local independent a lively commentary along the way. They tell the story of how this magnificent waterway shaped shops. As you would expect of a seaside town rich in its fishing heritage, it has a lighthouse the city of Manchester and the North West of England; take you through locks and that and a proud tradition of RNLI service. It has been said that the lifeboat service is the have remained largely unchanged since their construction over 100 years ago; plus show you lifeblood of the town and the Henry Blogg Museum offers a great insight into the service’s some of the region’s most stunning architectural and natural sights. To make your journey even past history. more enjoyable there is a licensed bar and servery available on board, selling refreshments and snacks throughout the cruise. MONDAY After breakfast we travel home via Springfields shopping outlet, Springfields has all your SUNDAY favourite shops at discount prices. After breakfast we travel to Liverpool, we have included a guided tour of Liverpool museum to see the Terracotta Warriors. Since 1974, archaeologists have unearthed more than 8,000 life- sized Terracotta Warriors near Xi’an - each with individual clothing, hair and facial features – and have located more than 600 pits around the Emperor’s mausoleum, covering an area of 22 square miles. New discoveries are continually coming to light, which indicate that Emperor Qin wished to take the entire universe with him into the afterlife. The rest of the day is to spend at leisure in Liverpool.

MONDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop to be taken at Brigg Garden Centre, the flagship centre of the British Garden Centres family. From the huge plant area to the beautiful gift department, Brigg Garden Centre is the destination centre for the keen gardener.

11 ISLE OF WIGHT THE CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 19TH MAY – 26TH MAY 2018 24TH MAY – 26TH MAY 2018

£534PP £309PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £50 SINGLE AVAILABLE WITH NO ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE OCEAN HOTEL, SANDOWN THE HOLIDAY INN ELSTREE The Ocean Hotel, family run since 1958 offers 96 A smart outer London hotel near Elstree Studios, with free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a bedrooms and is conveniently situated between leisure club and pool. the High Street and the Esplanade overlooking the popular Sandown Bay, with its six mile stretch of CHELSEA glorious well groomed sand. For one week in May the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea are transformed for you to enjoy the colour and excitement of the most famous and prestigious ISLE OF WIGHT flower show in the world. The UK’s warmest and sunniest destination is packed with things to see and do, even if the weather takes the odd dip, with the islands many attractions. On a beautiful This highly popular RHS event holds a rare position as a great British tradition and an sunny day explore the stunning coastline by foot or by bike. The Island boasts miles exciting source of inspiration and advice. Witness stunning show gardens and have of stunning coastline views and beaches to take a look at. If the weathers not so kind, your senses ravished by hundreds of amazing floral displays and the best cutting- discover a wealth of history and heritage or maybe visit a family favourite such as the edge garden designs, many of them incorporating new, rare and unusual plants. Needle or Sandown Pier. A unique experience at a truly iconic British event.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 7 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 Excursions 3 2 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Isle of Wight Railway 3 Osborne House 3 Carisbrooke Castle 3 Chelsea flower show 3 Windsor Castle

SATURDAY THURSDAY We travel south to the beautiful Isle of Wight, with comfort stops enroute. We travel South to London with a visit to St Albans enroute, St Albans stands out as a unique English Cathedral City. The city’s colourful history can be seen in the Roman remains SUNDAY and the beautiful medieval architecture. There is fabulous shopping with many small Today we have a full day of rest to enjoy all The Isle of Wight has to offer. independent shops amongst the high street stores and a fantastic range of eating and drinking establishments. We will arrive at the hotel with plenty of time to relax before dinner. MONDAY This morning a visit to Carisbrooke Castle has been included, The quintessential romantic FRIDAY castle, Carisbrooke is at the very heart of the Isle of Wight’s history. An Elizabethan artillery Today we visit the Chelsea Flower Show, Since 1913, the Royal Hospital Chelsea has hosted fortress, a king’s prison and a royal summer residence, here you’ll find loveable donkeys, the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show which continues to captivate audiences and is one of a fascinating museum and an Edwardian garden. This afternoon we travel to Yarmouth, the most eagerly anticipated horticultural events on the gardening calendar, The relationship Yarmouth is the Island’s oldest town, with a charter dating back to 1135. Within its pretty between the Chelsea Flower Show and the Royal Hospital has been cemented by its longevity, harbour stands Yarmouth Castle, completed in 1547 as the last of Henry VIII’s coastal but the grounds also boast a fascinating history in their own right. There are 66 acres of land defence forts. Its museum tells the story of a 16th century shipwreck, bringing the past in total which house both Ranelagh Gardens and the South Grounds, where the Chelsea vividly to life. Flower Show is held today. TUESDAY SATURDAY After breakfast we have included a ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway where you will We depart our hotel and travel to Windsor to visit the Castle, Windsor Castle is the oldest and get a chance to take in picture postcard views of the island. Your visit to The Award-Winning largest inhabited castle in the world. It has been the family home of British kings and queens Isle of Wight Steam Railway will engage, inspire and excite you ... The sight of powerful for almost 1,000 years. It is an official residence of Her Majesty The Queen, whose standard majestic steam engines, the charm of quiet rural stations, and the friendliness of traditionally flies from the Round Tower when she is in residence. uniformed staff, will leave you with some enduring memories of a special day out.

WEDNESDAY We cannot visit the Isle of Wight without a free flow experience of Osborne House, Osborne reflects Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s passions, tastes and style. Ornate furnishings and artefacts from The Royal Collection fill rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained heads of state, inventors, princes and princesses and ruled the vast British Empire.

THURSDAY After breakfast we travel to Alum Bay, The crystal clear waters are a favourite for local swimmers and perfect for the children to paddle. Enjoy watching the boats moor in the bay during the day and the fisherman enjoying the tranquillity at dusk. Above Alum Bay beach stands The Needles Park where you will find a range of attractions, catering facilities, a fully licensed tea room, retail shops and not to forget the Sand shop where you can fill your own shape with a choice of the Alum Bay sands!

FRIDAY Enjoy a day at leisure, Meander through the quaint town or take a walk along the fine beaches.

SATURDAY Today we travel home to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute.

12 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk BLACKPOOL AND THE DURHAM DISCOVERY HAUNTED HALL 28TH MAY – 1ST JUNE 2018 4TH JUNE – 8TH JUNE 2018

£429PP £309PP £90 SINGLE LIMITED SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT ROOMS AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

RADISSON BLU DURHAM THE CAROUSEL HOTEL Overlooking the River Wear right in the city The Carousel Hotel is a modern AA rated 3 star hotel with a fantastic prime location centre, the Radisson Blu Hotel in Durham is on the south promenade, with great sea views. This hotel has modern en-suite the perfect place to unwind. Durham, in the bedrooms all equipped with hair dryer, TV and tea/coffee making facilities; it really northeast of the country, is a quintessential is the perfect place to stay. English city peppered with historical and cultural BLACKPOOL charms. Shop, dine and explore before taking a The Carousel occupies a superb location on the south promenade, which features short walk back to your room to relax. Radisson Blu. Lucky you. many modern beautiful sculptures. There is also direct transport links to all of Blackpool’s major attractions. A trip to the location where the Pendle Witches were DURHAM tried… and a visit to one of Britain’s most haunted houses will appeal to groups on Durham City was voted “Best City in the UK” by Conde Nast magazine and is the the hunt for a less than ordinary vacation! quintessential old English University City. It has a wonderful timeless quality with rowing on the River Wear and relaxing riverside walks, and yet buzzes with a vibrant contemporary culture with superb cafés, artisan workshops, boutiques, galleries and museums.

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 Excursions 3 Crook Hall & Gardens (guided tour & cream tea) 3 Samlesbury Hall 3 Lancaster Castle 3 River Tees Cruise 3 Alnwick Castle 3 Barter Books MONDAY MONDAY A leisurely departure to Blackpool, you will be greeted with a tea and coffee whilst your cases are An early morning departure to Durham starts your holiday, with a comfort stop in York on the way. taken to your room.

TUESDAY TUESDAY This morning we have set aside time for you to enjoy all Durham has to offer, Durham City is Today we visit Samlesbury Hall a beautiful intriguing stately home. Considered to be one of home to one of the most recognisable landmarks in the UK, majestic Durham Cathedral. Together the most haunted houses in the country and has been the focus on many TV programmes with adjacent Durham Castle, this UNESCO World Heritage Site forms one of the most stunning city panoramas in Europe. This afternoon a trip down the road to Crook Hall & Gardens, a guided and magazines. We will hear stories of intrigue and witchcraft as you will meet the resident tour has been included with a cream tea made fresh today by the resident chef who will be on witch, who will enthral you with the true history of the Samlesbury witches and centuries of the hand to share any recipes with you. The medieval manor of Crook Hall is set in rural landscape, fascinating history within those historic walls; maybe sense that strange particular spot in the yet it is less than a mile from the centre of Durham. The original Crook Hall was built around Great Hall where strange things regularly happen. After, enjoy a meander around the beautiful 1286 on lands belonging to Sydgate Manor. The property was eventually named after Peter de grounds and soak up the atmospheric feel, as legend has it the white lady, who died of a broken Croke, owner in the early years of the 14th century. heart, can still be seen on many occasions. WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY After breakfast we make our way to Castlegate Quay for a cruise on the Teeside Princess, Sit back Today has been set aside for you to enjoy and explore the abundance of award winning and relax while you are taken on a 1 hour cruise from Stockton to Preston Park, watching the attractions that Blackpool has to offer, maybe visit the famous Blackpool tower, the Dungeons or beautiful countryside on your way, this afternoon a visit to Hartlepool, Hartlepool Marina is one the impressive sea life centre, to name just a few, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll along the pier. of the most modern Marina facilities in Europe. Featuring one of Europe’s biggest boat hoists and attracting hundreds of vessels, the £60 million Marina is Hartlepool’s most alluring and THURSDAY relaxing location. High fashion, waterside restaurants and romantic promenades may be more Enjoy a visit to the spectacular Lancaster Castle, famous for the trials and the subsequent characteristic of a continental port, but Hartlepool has definitely made marina life a delicacy of its execution of the ‘Lancashire Witches’. Until 2011 Lancaster Castle was a fully functional HM own. Modern Apartment blocks, high class restaurants, hotel, high-tech business centres, shops prison, now it offers a glimpse into England’s often dark past from executions and imprisonments and entertainment venues are just some of the sights you will come across when you visit this from the notorious to the minimal of crimes, the ghost of a middle aged woman and a young fabulous destination. girl have been seen moving around near the cells by former inmates and a monk has been seen THURSDAY on the ground floor of the castle, legend has it that he was hanged in the prison. However, the Today a visit to Alnwick Castle, Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in England apparition is usually seen after dark. Watch out for any unexpected happenings during your tour! (after Windsor Castle). The Castle contains the finest collection of Italian paintings in the north There will be some free time after to enjoy the historic town of Lancaster. of England and also one of the most important collections of Meissen porcelain in Britain. Also the set of the popular Harry Potter movies, Alnwick Castle is an attraction not to be missed. On FRIDAY the return journey a stop at Barter Books, Back in April 1991, and in the face of a rather large After breakfast we bid farewell and make the return journey to Lincolnshire with a stop at the overdraft, Mary Manley decided to open a secondhand bookshop - one that would be based on beautiful Victorian spa town of Harrogate. the swap system and called Barter Books. Her husband, Stuart, immediately took to the idea and suggested that Mary open the shop in the front room of what was then his small manufacturing plant, located in Alnwick’s magnificent old Victorian railway station. From that time a joint partnership was formed that would eventually result in what the New Statesman magazine would call ‘The British Library of secondhand bookshops’. This beautiful building houses an amazing collection of books which are available to either swap with your own or part exchange, and you can check out the sales along the walls of rare collectables, or simply sit in the coffee shop and enjoy a nice cup of tea. FRIDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop in Harrogate enroute.

13 EASTBOURNE CLASSIC KENDAL 10TH JUNE – 15TH JUNE 2018 18TH JUNE – 22ND JUNE 2018

£469PP £449PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £79 SINGLE AVAILABLE WITH NO ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE LANGHAM HOTEL THE RIVERSIDE HOTEL Proprietors Neil and Wendy Kirby bought the Langham Hotel in July 2005, and have The Riverside Hotel, a converted 18th century Tannery set on 5 floors, is situated already refurbished the reception, restaurants, bars, lounge and function rooms to on the banks of the river Kent in Kendal beneath the ruins of the town’s 12th century a very high standard. An ongoing programme of room upgrading is in progress. castle. A short walk away is the centre of this famous market town with its bustling Having worked at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel in London’s Park Lane for shops, galleries and museums. 28 years, NEIL KIRBY has brought a touch of Mayfair to Eastbourne. KENDAL The town’s most famous export must be Kendal Mint Cake. Joseph Wiper came up with the original recipe for the Everest conquering energy bars, and by the time the company was sold to rival mint cake makers Romneys, there were a number of local firms producing their own brands. Kendal’s manufacturing industries all but vanished after the demise of the canal in the 1940’s, with the first few miles of the canal from Kendal onwards being filled in and turned into building land, footpaths and cycle ways.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 5 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 Excursions 3 4 Nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Bluebell railway with afternoon tea 3 Ravenglass Railway 3 Windermere Cruise

SUNDAY MONDAY We travel South to Eastbourne via the cathedral city of Cambridge, Explore quaint passages We travel north to Kendal, with a comfort stop in Pontefract, Once known as the key to the set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and relaxing shopping north, Pontefract is now a thriving market town with many stories to tell. From horse racing experience can be found. Here a blend of independent shops is mingled with high street and secret ballots to King Richard II and liquorice roots, there’s plenty to discover. You should brands, you should arrive at your hotel with time to relax before your evening meal. arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to relax before your evening meal. MONDAY Today we travel from our hotel to Royal Tunbridge Wells, Once upon a time, over 400 years TUESDAY ago, a natural spring welled up from the ground. And it was named “The Tunbridge Wells”. Today we travel from our hotel to take a ride on the Ravenglass Railway, we journey from Tunbridge Wells is renowned for its shopping because it offers a truly unique experience! Ravenglass, the only coastal village in the Lake District National Park, across the estuary, The combination of specialist shops and famous high street names, in a charming and through the hills, past seven request stops with a 1;40 gradient at times, on route to our historic setting, makes the town a very popular destination for shoppers, especially those final destination some seven miles up the line to Dalegarth for Boot Station. This afternoon looking to blend a little bit of retail therapy with a spa break or sumptuous meal. Royal your driver will take you on a scenic tour of the Lake District National Park before returning Tunbridge Wells is home to one of the 2016 GB Shopping Centre Finalists: The Pantiles. to your hotel. Not any old covered shopping mall but a beautiful open-air promenade surrounded by the original stylish Georgian shop buildings. You will not be disappointed as there are so many WEDNESDAY independently owned boutiques that are ‘not on the high street’ in any other parts of the This morning we travel to Windermere for a 45 min cruise on the lake, Windermere, at 10.5 country and selling enchanting ‘objects’ just as desirable as Harrods! Whether it’s a select miles long, one mile wide and 220 feet deep, is the largest natural lake in England, and is fed gift, some fabulous homeware, piece of art, memorabilia or an exclusive item of clothing for by numerous rivers. The Romans built their fort of Galava at its northern end (waterhead), and a special occasion, you’re guaranteed to find it in Tunbridge Wells. it has always been in important waterway for movement of heavy materials. Sit down, relax and watch the world go by while you take in the stunning scenery. This afternoon we have TUESDAY put aside for you to enjoy Kendal, Kendal will surprise you, it’s no ordinary market town. The This morning travel to Worthing, Worthing is a major town in a glorious location on the streets are alive with arts, events and culture., packed with intriguing history and renowned Sunny Sussex coast. With a history dating back to well before Roman times, Worthing for great shopping. The green spaces, woodland path and spectacular surrounding fells give became the archetypal Victorian seaside resort when people began to take notice of its every visitor a sense of adventure. winning combination of sunshine, sea, spectacular countryside and relatively easy access from London. This afternoon on to Brighton, The bustling city centre and attractive seafront THURSDAY promenade are home to many bars, restaurants and the popular Churchill Square shopping After breakfast your driver will take you to Blackpool, Dance the day away in the Tower centre. Voted the happiest place in the UK, the city offers a great mix of Regency heritage, Ballroom or enjoy an ice cream on the beach. Blackpool is the destination to suit all. quirky shopping, funky arts and music & beachfront cool, and of course a visit to the famous pier cannot be missed. FRIDAY WEDNESDAY We sadly depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. After breakfast we make our way to Sheffield Park to join the Bluebell Railway, afternoon tea is included while you relax and enjoy the stunning scenery on your return journey to East Grinstead. THURSDAY Today is set aside for you to enjoy your resort, Eastbourne, a traditional seaside town of 100,000 people, is famous for its beautiful setting between the green hills of the South Downs, the white cliffs of Seven Sisters and the sea, and for being the sunniest town in Britain. FRIDAY We say goodbye to our hosts and make our way back to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute.

14 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk PAIGNTON ILFRACOMBE 25TH JUNE – 2ND JULY 2018 2ND JULY – 6TH JULY 2018

£595PP £359PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS AVAILABLE WITH NO AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE QUEENS HOTEL, PAIGNTON THE OSBORNE HOTEL This cosy hotel enjoys a flat level position just 200 yards from Paignton town centre The Hotel boasts 53 en suite bedrooms, a ballroom, dining-room, bar lounge, and and seafront. It’s comfortable interior, fine restaurant, all year round entertainment a small games room. The executive chef provides a mouth-watering menu of treats, lounge and heated indoor swimming pool to ensure your stay will be a memorable one. with special group menu’s available on request, plus nightly evening entertainment in the bar area. Also there is Free Hi speed internet access throughout the hotel. ILFRACOMBE No need to use the car as there are a number of attractions within walking distance including the award-winning Ilfracombe Aquarium, the unique Tunnels Beaches, fascinating Ilfracombe Museum, Larkstone Leisure Park, Hele Cornmill and Chambercombe Manor, one of Britain’s most haunted houses. There are many fine and award winning beaches, from secluded coves to the wide stretches of golden sand with crashing surf. For a unique beach experience visit ‘The Tunnels’ in Ilfracombe, holders of a blue flag and seaside award or Hele Bay to the east of the town also award winners, for good bathing and rock pool exploring G

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 7 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Half Board Accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Steam train & 3 Powderham Castle inc tour 3 Cruise Ilfracombe princess 3 Chambercombe Manor

MONDAY MONDAY We travel South to Paignton with comforts stops on the way. We travel South to Ilfracombe, with comfort stops on the way you should arrive at your hotel with TUESDAY time to settle in before your evening meal. Today we travel from our hotel to Torquay, You can’t get much more of a ‘traditional British seaside’ resort than the vibrant and cheerful town of Torquay. Set at the very heart of the TUESDAY English Riviera on the South Devon Coast, Torquay is famous for its sandy beaches, family Today we have set aside for you to enjoy all Ilfracombe has to offer, Ilfracombe is a popular attractions and genteel Victorian appearance. Made famous by the legendary comedy series holiday town on the North Devon coast. It started life as a small fishing village but expanded into Fawlty Towers, Torquay is distinctly Mediterranean and is a family favourite with plenty of a beach resort in the Victorian era, particularly after the arrival of the railway. attractions and things to do. WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY We have set today aside for you to enjoy your resort, Loved for its long sandy beaches, Paignton This morning we visit the Marina to take a cruise on the Ilfracombe Princess, Passing Brandy is a colourful, traditional seaside resort popular for its mild climate and lively seafront. The Cove, Breakneck Point, Fresh Waterfall, Lee Village, Bull Point Lighthouse, Rockham Bay, Morte bustling pier, genteel buildings and streets and sense of class and style make this an English Stone and passing into Woolacombe Bay with views to Baggy Point, Croyde Bay, Barnstaple Riviera favourite for generations of visitors. Bay, Hartland Point & Lighthouse & Lundy Island. Seals and Porpoises regularly sighted! This afternoon we head to Barnstaple for the Pannier antiques and collectables market. With a proud THURSDAY history and tradition the market has been voted amongst the top ten food markets in the country After breakfast we travel to the House of Marbles, You can tour the site’s historic trail with and any visit will bring the chance to enjoy this famous old building and to sample the friendly museums of glass, games, marbles, and Bovey Pottery as well as the listed kilns. Many of the atmosphere generated by the traders and shoppers alike. visitors find they can while away an afternoon or two just browsing the gift shop, glassworks and taking refreshments in the licensed restaurant. Then this afternoon on to Buckfast Abbey, Benedictine spirituality at Buckfast Abbey is firmly rooted. It is not swept together from all sorts THURSDAY of spiritual traditions; it offers a measured approach, it does not make haste; it contains nothing After breakfast we visit Chambercombe Manor & Gardens, Set in a secluded valley, nestling mysterious or esoteric; it does not focus on the spiritual quest of any individual, but on the snugly near the Heritage Coast of Ilfracombe, North Devon, the Manor House is thought to date growth of the person living in a community - whether religious or secular. from the 11th century and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. It still retains much of its original architecture and is in a wonderful state of preservation. The earliest record they have of FRIDAY it was in the possession of Sir Henry Champernon, who was Lord of the Manor of Ilfracombe Enjoy an excursion by land and sea today with the Paignton and Dartmouth railway and river link. in 1162, but there is mention of one owner Robert Fitzroy soon after the Norman Conquest. Travel by Train from Paignton to Kingswear then cross with the passenger ferry to Dartmouth A guided tour will take you through the houses history, and if you’re lucky maybe you will where there will be time to explore the town before taking a circular harbour cruise. Return to Kingswear for the return train to Paignton. experience the paranormal as this is one of the top 10 haunted houses in the country and has been featured on the TV programme, Most Haunted. SATURDAY Today we visit Powderham Castle, On a Castle tour you will see the majestic rooms and hear FRIDAY fascinating stories about the Courtenay family as told by our knowledgeable and engaging We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. guides. The tour lasts a good hour and the guides adapt it to suit their audience, so it is an entertaining experience for all. The guided tours are highly praised by their visitors - many commenting that it is the best guided tour they have had!, Being a 600 year old Castle means accessibility is limited for wheelchair users. A wheelchair user would be able to see the ground floor, which incorporates approximately 45 minutes of the tour. A wheelchair is available for loan whilst in the Castle only on a first come first served basis. SUNDAY Today we have set aside for you to enjoy your resort, just in case you missed anything on Wednesday. MONDAY We head home to Lincolnshire with comfort stops on the way.

01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk 15 BALTIC CITIES AND ST PETERSBURG CRUISE 7TH JULY – 19TH JULY 2018

PRICE FROM £1059PP SHARING AN INNER TWIN CABIN SINGLE ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST BUT WITH A SUPPLEMENT PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS

With visits to five fantastic cities including an overnight stay in St Petersburg, this cruise brings you the best of the ever-popular Baltic. In just one voyage you can visit world-famous museums and art galleries, ornate churches and opulent palaces, stroll through beautiful parks and take in wonderful performances of the traditional arts. Enjoy the amazing kaleidoscope of history, heritage, colour and culture. WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 12 nights full board accommodation 3 Payable excursions 3 Return coach transfer A valid passport and independent travel insurance is required, documentary proof will need to be shown when booking. A deposit of £200 per person is needed when booking this holiday

SATURDAY ancient, timber-framed houses, sleepy squares, modern mansions and broken up by striking plazas adorned with Depart from Hull. hotels with spas and boats galore. Ice cream stalls and baroque and neoclassical palaces. SUNDAY hundreds of screeching seagulls complete the seaside feel. SUNDAY At Sea, your days on board will be filled with entertainment WEDNESDAY (Finland) Finland’s capital is a vibrant, modern and activities, The 22,080grt Bahamian flagged Marco At Sea city, yet very much in harmony with the surrounding Polo cruise ship with her handsome traditional profile, THURSDAY nature. Its centrepiece is the majestic Senate Square lined beautiful teak decks and distinctive dark blue hull is a Tallinn (Estonia) Estonia’s capital is a fascinating mix of with elegant neo-classical buildings and the impressive classic . She can accommodate up to 800 Scandinavian sleek, Soviet-era concrete and medieval Lutheran Cathedral with white Corinthian columns and five guests within a warm and friendly atmosphere that reflects Hanseatic city. Tumbling down Toompea Hill, the historic Old green cupolas. A striking exception to Helsinki’s general a truly intimate cruise experience. The ms Marco Polo is Town is a maze of narrow, cobblestone streets and alleyways, architectural style is the Russian Orthodox, onion-domed fully stabilised and air conditioned and has eight passenger turrets and spires. Wrapped within the original medieval Uspenski Cathedral, which stands on a hill at the end of decks serviced by three main lobbies and four lifts. From wall, which is studded with imaginatively named towers, the Market Square and dominates the city skyline. Built into the moment you step on board, the choice is yours to join Castle, onion-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Town Hall solid rock Temppeliaukio Church is also somewhat unusual. any of the many activities on offer or simply enjoy the luxury Square and Gothic Town Hall survive along with the aura of Museums are plentiful with the National Museum of Finland, of being able to do absolutely nothing. The ship’s daily the 14th and 15th centuries. Just outside the city Rocca al the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Museum programme will be delivered to your cabin each evening, Mare is an open-air museum of Estonia’s rural architecture amongst the most notable. outlining the events of the following day. Maybe join the from the 18th to the 20th centuries. MONDAY fitness team on the Sun Deck for a jog or a walk, yoga or an Stockholm (Sweden) Approached through an archipelago early game of deck chess. FRIDAY St. Petersburg (Russia) Peter the Great founded St. of some 24,000 islands and islets, Sweden’s stately and MONDAY Petersburg in 1703 as his ‘Window on the West’. Drawing spacious capital is itself built on 14 islands connected Today perhaps listen to a speaker or learn a new skill from inspiration from Europe, the Russian Tsar and his by some 50 bridges. Founded in 1252, Stockholm grew one of the arts and crafts specialists. And, on those sunny successors created an extraordinary city on the banks of up around Gamla Stan. The charming Old Town is a maze tropical days, relax by the pool with a good book and perhaps the River Neva with opulent palaces, ornate churches and of medieval alleys and tiny lanes lined with 16th century a refreshing cocktail. The beautiful Oasis beauty, spa and splendid parks all part of the supremely elegant architectural buildings some of which feature wrought-iron signs wellness centre offers facial treatments, massage therapies, ensemble. The magnificent Hermitage and its priceless symbolising ancient craft workers’ guilds. A delightful mix body treatments, hair styling, hand and foot care, an indoor treasures of art, grandeur of Catherine’s Palace at Pushkin of parkland and forest, Royal Djurgården is Stockholm’s city swimming pool and sauna. In addition, there’s a fitness and gilded fountains in the gardens at Peterhof illustrate the park. The island is home to the magnificent Vasa Museum centre on Deck next to the Sun Terrace. And when lavish lifestyle of Russia’s former ruling elite. The birthplace housing a salvaged 17th century Swedish warship that sunk the sun goes down in the evening, pre-dinner drinks are of Russian ballet, St. Petersburg is the perfect place to take on its maiden voyage. served on the Sun Terrace with the view of the ocean and the in the performing arts. TUESDAY Captains Club where your favourite drink is ready for you. SATURDAY Holtenau (Germany)*, Transit the Kiel Canal. TUESDAY Whether you’re cruising the elegant , crossing one *Technical call (independent passengers may not go ashore) Warnemunde -- the mouth of the river Warnow -- gets most of the 342 bridges in the city, or just watching them being WEDNESDAY of the attention, despite being a tiny suburb of Rostock. With raised over the mighty Neva River at night to allow ships to Brunsbuttel (Germany)*, At Sea. a population of 35,000 compared with Rostock’s 200,000, pass through, you’re never far from water in St Petersburg, *Technical call (independent passengers may not go ashore) Warnemunde is an operational fishing port and an attractive which has earned the city unsurprising comparisons to seaside resort with vast dunes and sweeping stretches of THURSDAY Venice. The similarities don’t stop there, though: any wander Arrive back in Hull. sand on each side of the river’s mouth. You’ll see rows of in the historic centre will reveal canals lined by Italianate

16 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk IRELAND AND CLASSIC POOLE THE RING OF KERRY 16TH JULY – 20TH JULY 2018 22ND JULY – 27TH JULY 2018

£559PP £99 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT

£429PP £99 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT

THISTLE POOLE HOTEL THE KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL (KILLARNEY) Thistle Poole is a contemporary hotel on the quayside, overlooking the Harbour. One of three luxury Killarney hotels owned by the O’ Donoghue Ring Hotel Group. We have 70 bedrooms, some with sea views available with a supplement, recently As with any of our hotels, guests can be assured of receiving all the luxury that you refurbished this hotel is in the perfect location as a base for your holiday. would expect from one of the leading Killarney hotels, whilst complemented by the POOLE ever-growing number of attractions & events Killarney has to offer. We appreciate Poole in Dorset is a natural first choice for a holiday on the south coast. With its that this is your time to relax a time unwind and a time to recharge. Guests can avail bustling Quay, some of the best beaches in England and a stunning natural harbour, of an extensive array of on-site leisure facilities, dining options, bars and evening Poole guarantees you an exciting holiday at any time of year. Five gently sheltered entertainment while still having all the beauty & wonder of Killarney on our doorstep. beaches, including Sandbanks - winner of more Blue Flags than any UK resort - with THE ‘RING OF KERRY’ soft golden sands, are raked and cleaned all year round. The overall style is Georgian The ‘Ring of Kerry’, one of the most spectacular circular driving routes in all of and stems from re-development in the 18th Century when the area accommodated the Ireland. This beautiful tourist trail around the Inveragh Peninsula runs between prosperous middle class of Poole, such as sea captains and well-to-do tradesmen. Killorglin and Kenmare and features traditional villages where time has stood still, Their brick-built houses have fine proportions with a wealth of authentic architectural emerald green fields criss-crossed with dry stone walls and jaw dropping scenery. details such as fanlights and boot scrapers. G G

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 Nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 1 night accommodation Kinmel Hotel Abergele 3 Swanage Railway 3 Poole Harbour Cruise 3 3 nights accommodation Killarney Towers Hotel 3 1 night accommodation Wilton Hotel Bray 3 Excursions 3 Ferry Crossings 3 Jaunting car ferry & Cruise MONDAY We travel South to Poole, with comfort stops enroute. You should arrive at your hotel in plenty of SUNDAY time to settle in before your evening meal. We Travel west to Abergele, your first port of call, with comfort stops enroute. Arriving in time for TUESDAY a relax before your evening meal. Today we travel from our hotel to Durdle Door & Lulworth Cove, A famous natural arch and a MONDAY beautiful secluded cove; their existence owed to the collision of continents and the birth of the An early start begins your day to meet the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin, Breakfast will be Alps. If you visit Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, look carefully and you will notice that the layers served on the ferry. Once you land in Dublin you journey to Killarney via Ireland’s 3rd largest city exposed in the cliffs are tilting steeply to the north. This is most notable with Durdle Door itself Limerick, Limerick has a pace and dynamism you’ll find almost nowhere else in Ireland. Situated as it is formed from a layer of hard limestone standing almost vertically out of the sea. Normally on the majestic River Shannon, Limerick City is a vibrant hub of education, economic, social and layers of limestone would be horizontal. Only the most fundamental force in geology could recreational activity in Ireland’s Mid-West region. Travel on to your hotel for your next 3 nights have altered these rocks in this way – plate tectonics. Later we travel on to Swanage to meet the in Killarney. Railway. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery as you travel to Norden to meet your coach. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY After breakfast we enjoy the beautiful scenery of Killarney by taking a horse drawn jaunting car ride through the grounds of the Killarney National Park to the majestic 15th century Ross Castle This morning we visit Salisbury, With timbered buildings, an Early English Gothic Cathedral on the shores of Lough Leane. Included will be a cruise on Lough Leane, This beautiful Killarney home to the famous Magna Carta, a thriving market, a buzzing arts scene, museums and some of lake cruise offers a spectacular experience, cruising in the scenes of gentle low land, scattered England’s finest historic houses there are many things for you waiting to be explored… islands in the shadow of the towering ruggedness of the McGillcuddy Reeks Mountain Range. Within the Cathedral Close you’ll find Arundells, Mompesson House, The Rifles Military Museum Your experienced skipper will give a full commentary on the flora, fauna and historical heritage and the award-winning Salisbury Museum with its Wessex Gallery. of the area. THURSDAY WEDNESDAY This morning we have set aside for you to enjoy your resort, Poole, Being situated on Europe’s Join your driver on board the coach for a tour round the Ring Of Kerry, The Ring of Kerry, known largest harbour, Poole Dorset has always looked to the sea for its prosperity. This has shaped all over the world, follows the coastline of the Iveragh peninsula. It is one of the most dramatic scenic drives in the country and makes a most exciting day tour. Along the 175km route are its character as a town of merchants, mariners and foreign influences. Much of Poole’s rich picturesque villages, an abundance of historical landmarks, sandy coves and beaches. Most history still survives in the Old Town with an exciting mix of smugglers’ passageways and elegant mornings, adventurous souls wait at the harbour, hoping to visit one of the wonders of the world. houses built by rich merchants in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Poole ‘Cockle Trail’, which The early-Christian hermitage of Skellig Michael – described by George Bernard Shaw as “part was opened in 1998 to celebrate the 750th anniversary of Poole’s first charter, traces the town’s of our dream world” and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is 8 miles out to sea. Clearly heritage. This afternoon we have included a cruise around Poole Harbour, You’ll get a unique look visible on a fine day, it can only be reached by boat when the weather allows. Then on to Sneem, at all five islands, the Dorset Lakelands, the Isle of Purbeck, the busy Poole Harbour entrance and Sneem is full of colourful houses and has two little squares separated by a bridge. At a turbulent the commercial areas that give the town its heartbeat. time in his life, Charles de Gaulle escaped to Sneem, where he said “I was at peace with myself”, The tour continues with a stop in Kenmare, Founded in 1670, though many generations FRIDAY have passed since then, the unique charm and inherent beauty of the town remains unchanged. We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. Return to the hotel via the Killarney National Park. THURSDAY Today we bid farewell to our hotel and travel to Bray via Kilkenny, Kilkenny is famous for it’s incredible shopping, with tourists flocking there in their droves. Think tiny boutiques where you can find anything from a hand-knitted scarf to your perfect wedding dress. Think of shopping centres full of high street fashion to small design centres featuring many of Ireland’s top designers. Be it high-end fashion or hand-made crafts, Kilkenny is one of Ireland’s top shopping destinations! FRIDAY An early start from your hotel takes the ferry back to Holyhead where your breakfast will be served, to return you to Lincolnshire with comfort stops on the way.

17 LONDON EDINBURGH TATTOO 27TH JULY – 29TH JULY 2018 2ND AUGUST – 4TH AUGUST 2018

£275PP £319PP £100 SINGLE £44 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT ROOM SUPPLEMENT

COPTHORNE TARA HOTEL THE WESTERWOOD HOTEL CUMBERNAULD Located in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, the 4-star Set amid acres of glorious Scottish countryside overlooked by the Campsie Hills, Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington offers a convenient location, with many this four-star Glasgow hotel offers a stunning location with luxurious leisure facilities shops and restaurants nearby, as well as the popular districts of Knightsbridge and and excellent conference spaces - not to mention the 18-hole golf course designed Notting Hill and offering easy access to other areas of London. by none other than Seve Ballesteros.

LONDON EDINBURGH TATTOO With a uniquely exciting atmosphere, experience the regal wonder of London and Brace yourself for an unforgettable spectacle! Staged every year as part of marvel at the city’s many iconic buildings and palaces, immerse yourself in culture Edinburgh’s world-famous summer festivals, the Edinburgh Tattoo is a unique and at one of the 170 museums and relax amidst the natural beauty of the Royal Parks. memorable celebration of music, dance and military pageantry. It will probably blow your socks off.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 2 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation 3 Excursions 3 2 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Hop on Hop off bus 3 Windsor river cruise 3 Edinburgh Tattoo 3 Royal Yacht Britannia

FRIDAY THURSDAY We travel South to our Capital with a comfort stop in Cambridge on route, Explore quaint We travel North to Cumbernauld, our base for your trip to Edinburgh, with comfort stops on passages set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and relaxing the way you should arrive at your hotel with time to settle in before dinner. shopping experience can be found. Here a blend of independent shops is mingled with high street brands. You should arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to settle in. FRIDAY Today we travel from our hotel to Edinburgh to visit The Royal Yacht Britannia, The Royal Yacht Britannia was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 SATURDAY years, sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world. Now berthed in Edinburgh, you can Today we have allowed free time for you in London, your Hotel is based in Kensington follow in the footsteps of Royalty to discover the heart and soul of this most special of which makes any landmark easily accessible. Especially since we have included the hop on Royal residences. We have arranged a guided tour for you to discover the yachts fascinating hop off bus service. Get closer to iconic monuments and famous landmarks on the London history. Then this evening the Tattoo, The Tattoo is an iconic Edinburgh institution, and a sightseeing bus tours. The hop-on, hop-off tours allow you to explore the best of this city, sellout year after year after year. With music, dance and precision displays with the Massed at your own pace. With more than 50 stops across 3 different routes, you’ll have plenty Pipes and Drums, the Massed Military Bands, cultural troupes, singers and the poignant of opportunities to hop off the bus and explore the London landmarks and attractions that refrain of the Lone Piper against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. An experience appeal to you most. not to be missed.

SUNDAY SATURDAY This morning we bid farewell to our hotel and travel home to Lincolnshire, with comfort Today we travel home via Windsor where we have allowed some free time before boarding stops enroute. a newly refurbished Victorian paddle steamer and cruise upstream to the Bells of Ouzeley, featured in Jerome K. Jerome’s “Three Men in a Boat.” On your 40 min cruise you can sit back and relax whilst you travel downstream past the memorials to Runnymead pleasure grounds and return relaxed to your coach ready for the journey home.

18 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk CAMBRIDGE & THE IMPERIAL SUMMER IN MORECAMBE WAR MUSEUM 4TH AUGUST – 11TH AUGUST 2018 5TH AUGUST – 8TH AUGUST 2018

£295PP £51 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT

£475PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

THE AUCKLAND HOTEL HALLMARK HOTEL CAMBRIDGE The Auckland Hotel is a well established, family run hotel specialising in family and This hotel just outside the centre of Cambridge coach party visits for the last 30 years. Good food, comfortable surroundings and the boasts a golf course, a 16-metre indoor swimming personal service given by this hotel is what brings visitors back year after year. pool, a well-equipped gym, sauna, steam-room, spa bath and tennis courts. CAMBRIDGE & THE IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM For those who wish to experience culture, Cambridge is indeed an amazing place to visit. Combined with a trip to the Imperial War Museum this trip is sure to get the history buffs buzzing.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 7 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 3 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Cruise 3 Imperial War Museum

SATURDAY SUNDAY We travel North via the spa town of Harrogate, With its handsome historic buildings and We travel South to Cambridge with a comfort stop in Kings Lynn, The Hanseatic town of verdant gardens, Harrogate is one of Yorkshire’s most elegant destinations. The Turkish baths King’s Lynn was one of England’s most important ports from as early as the 12th century and the variety of independent shops make this a great place to visit on your way to your hotel. and this maritime past is still very much in evidence today. Fine old merchants’ houses SUNDAY stretch down to the river between cobbled lanes and the elegant Custom House overlooks Today we travel from our hotel to Southport, Traditional seaside amusements await; stroll the harbour. The town’s heritage is reflected in an amazing array of historic buildings and down the UK’s oldest iron pier and try the old penny slot machines in the Pavilion at the far at two magnificent market places: Saturday Market Place, where St Margaret’s Church, end, or take a walk along the beach in the sunshine. Whatever you prefer, Southport has it all. designated as a Minster Church in 2011 by the Bishop of Norwich, is surrounded by MONDAY splendid buildings and Tuesday Market Place, quite possibly one of England’s grandest This morning we travel to Lancaster, Shop local in Lancaster’s quirky boutiques and squares. You will arrive at your hotel in time to relax before your evening meal. independent galleries, or choose from renowned high street brands in Penny Street, St Nic’s and Marketgate stores, and then relax in one of Lancaster’s wealth of cafés, coffee shops MONDAY and restaurants. The smell of coffee permeates the air as you wander the streets, and you Today we have set aside for you to enjoy the beautiful city of Cambridge, Cambridge is can sample everything from locally-brewed real ales to delicious home-made soups and famous for its university, currently one of the best in the world, and its scientists. It is the cakes. This afternoon a Lune Aquaduct cruise has been arranged for you to enjoy, The Lune town where: the atom was first split, where the structure of DNA was discovered, where is often referred to as one of the “wonders of the waterways” and is a masterpiece of civil engineering. It carries the canal 664 feet across the River Lune at a height of 61 feet Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution, where Newton developed his theory of (53 feet above the normal water level in the river). gravity, where the order of human DNA was first discovered, where the electron and neutron were discovered, where Stephen Hawking of black-hole fame used to live and work. It has TUESDAY been home to some of the great thinkers of the last 500 years. With museums and galleries After breakfast we travel South to Liverpool, With the largest collection of museums and and a wealth of independent and big retail stores, Cambridge has something for everyone. galleries anywhere outside of the Capital, Liverpool’s culture and heritage are at the very heart of the city. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY This morning we travel to Duxford to visit the Imperial war museum, Enjoy a fantastic day Today has been set aside for you to enjoy all Morecambe has to offer, If you’re in the mood out on a visit to IWM Duxford. Stand in awe of the world’s most famous and fastest planes for shopping, visit the boutique stores and gift shops along the Promenade. The town centre at this historic airfield and museum. From Spitfires and Concorde to the modern day offers high street shopping whilst Central Drive Retail Park offers clothing, sportswear, Typhoon, explore the evolution of aviation and discover the powerful stories of the brave gardening and homeware stores plus a large supermarket. men and women who lived and worked at RAF Duxford. Be dwarfed in the Airspace exhibit THURSDAY where you can stare up into the guts of the Vulcan bomber; board Concorde, the fastest Fleetwood market is our destination for today, Fleetwood Market is a busy traditional market commercial jet airliner ever built; and get up close to famous Second World War classics with over 150 indoor and outdoor stalls. It’s a true shopper’s paradise and you’ll find a variety including the Spitfire, Lancaster and Tiger Moth. of stalls including food, clothing and household goods – all at great prices. A favourite with our passengers. Gaze at the beautifully sleek Blackbird Spyplane, the fastest air breathing jet aircraft ever built and take in the sheer size of the B52, which stretches the length of the American Air Museum. FRIDAY Today enjoy an excursion to the beautiful Lake District town of Grange over Sands, set Learn about a generation of heroes whose bravery shaped the world we live in today in the between the Lake District fells and Morecambe bay, this fashionable Victorian resort hosts a interactive exhibition spaces and peer into the hangars where the conservation team are hard traffic free promenade, ornamental gardens and shops many still retaining their Edwardian at work repairing historic aircraft. appearance and still selling local produce. WEDNESDAY SATURDAY We bid farewell to our hosts as we travel back to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. We say goodbye to our hosts and travel back to Lincolnshire, with a stop at the popular town of Skipton, As the gateway to the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, people travel the length and breadth of the country to visit this charming market town. With its famous 900 year old castle, romantic ruined priory and historic cobbled High Street, Skipton is endlessly rich both in history and outstanding natural beauty.

19 BOURNEMOUTH, LONGLEAT & LLANDUDNO MONKEY WORLD FAMILY SPECIAL 13TH AUGUST – 20TH AUGUST 2018 27TH AUGUST – 31ST AUGUST 2018

£569PP £28 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT

£415PP £60 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT

THE QUEENS HOTEL THE MAYFAIR HOTEL The Queens Hotel has been one of our passenger’s favourite hotels for many years. The Mayfair Hotel Bournemouth is centrally situated, within easy walking distance of the Being centrally located on Llandudno’s Victorian promenade with fantastic views Town Centre. The owners are well known local Hoteliers with many years of experience, of the Bay and opposite the main shopping street, this hotel offers a relaxing bar, and together with their dedicated friendly team, will ensure the success of your stay. comfortable rooms with friendly and helpful staff on hand to allow you to simply Child reduction 2-12 available when sharing with 2 adults please ask for details relax, unwind and enjoy all Llandudno has to offer. ABOUT Experience two renowned attractions, Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre and Longleat. LLANDUDNO These well-loved venues have featured in many TV series and remain two of the top Stylish Llandudno has been a favourite since Victorian times. This elegant resort, visitor destinations in the UK. as a wide curving sea front framed between two headlands, is an appealing blend Monkey around at Monkey World and enjoy a fun-filled, fascinating day out in a of period charm and modern day facilities. As the premier coastal resort of North wonderful woodland setting that provides home to rescued and endangered primates. Wales it provides everything visitors could wish for – two beaches, a spacious 2016 is the 50th anniversary of the opening of the wonderful Safari Park at Longleat. promenade, excellent shops and a superb base for touring. It is also the 300th anniversary of the birth of ‘Capability’ Brown and the 900 acres of stunning landscaped gardens are one of the finest examples of his work. Explore all Longleat’s incredible attractions - a full-on fun-packed day G

WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 Half Board Accommodation 3 Excursions including 3 Bala Lake Railway 3 4 nights Half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Longleat 3 Ruthin Gaol 3 Llanberis Lake Railway 3 Slate Museum (Free) 3 Monkey World

MONDAY MONDAY Depart Lincolnshire with comfort stops taken en-route to Llandudno. We travel South to Bournemouth, with comfort stops on the way, you should arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to settle in before your evening meal. TUESDAY Enjoy a day of leisure in your resort. There’s so much to see and do in this beautiful TUESDAY area. Why not take a relaxing stroll along the spacious promenade, or visit the splendid Today we visit Monkey World, Enjoy a fun-filled, fascinating day out for all the family at Llandudno pier, a Victorian masterpiece. Or board one of the beautifully restored tramcars Monkey World – Ape Rescue Centre in Wareham. The 65-acre park is home to the stars for a unique experience or for the more adventurous enjoy a ride on the Llandudno cable car of TV’s ‘Monkey Life’ and ‘Monkey Business’, and provides sanctuary for rescued and and experience the magnificent breath taking views. endangered primates from around the world. Some are now part of international breeding WEDNESDAY programmes for endangered species including Europe’s official orang-utan crèche! Daily Today you visit the small village of Llanuwchllyn where you will board the Bala Lake railway, keepers’ talks provide a captivating insight into life at the park and its inhabitants a small gauge steam railway with excellent views of the beautiful Lake and breathtaking scenery of the nearby surrounding mountains. Before visiting the popular heritage attraction WEDNESDAY of Ruthin Gaol, a purpose built Pentoville style prison and learn about the Victorian prison Today we have set aside for you to take full advantage of your resort, Bournemouth, known system and the daily lives of the prisoners who were held there. for its seven miles of sands and a vibrant cosmopolitan town has a rich historical heritage. Before 1810, the Bournemouth area was a deserted heathland, the only visitors of which THURSDAY were fishermen and smugglers. The settlement of Bournemouth was founded in 1810 by Today enjoy a full day sightseeing in North Wales. Your main port of call will be the small Lewis Tregonwell, a captain in the Dorset Yeomanry. He built a house near Bourne Heath town of Llangollen, best known for its railway and canal. Throughout the day your driver will and then purchased eight and a half acres of land for just over £179. This is now the site of take you on a scenic tour taking in local villages and towns of interest over horse shoe pass. Bournemouth town centre which has grown into the picturesque seaside town we know today.

FRIDAY THURSDAY Enjoy a visit to Llanberis and board the little steam engine for a beautiful train journey along After breakfast we visit Longleat Safari Park, To wander through the sweeping corridors and side Lake Padarn with stunning views of Snowdonia, followed by a visit to the National grand rooms of Longleat House is to be transported back in time. Exploring this stunning Slate Museum that brings to life an industry that once ‘roofed the world’. This is no ordinary example of high Elizabethan architecture – and the Capability Brown landscaped grounds museum it’s the actual 19th century workshop looking as if the workers have just clocked off surrounding it – is a day out in itself. It was substantially completed by Sir John Thynne for the day. We travel back to the hotel via the pretty town Bets y coed . in 1580. And today, his descendants are still lucky enough to call it home. Let’s not forget SATURDAY the safari park, featured in the TV programme Animal Park, Longleat is home to over 500 A full day tour to the historic city of Chester, the city’s heritage is truly inspiring and hosts animals, and the estate occupies 9,000 acres (36.42 km2) of Wiltshire countryside. great treasures from the past. Maybe visit the Cathedral and discover 900 years of history. Chester is also a shopper’s paradise, one of Chester’s most unique features are the two tired FRIDAY rows of shops that give you a fantastic shopping experience whatever the weather. We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, With a comfort stop to be made in Oxford, Oxford is a beautiful city of stunning architecture, history and culture. You’ll find SUNDAY ancient and modern colleges, fascinating museums and galleries, and plenty of parks, gardens A final day at leisure in Llandudno to purchase those last minute souvenirs, or simply enjoy and green spaces in which to relax. Plus, the city centre is small enough to cover on foot. the facilities and the beauty this area has to offer. MONDAY After breakfast board the coach ready for your journey back to Lincolnshire with comfort stops taken en route.

20 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk CARDIFF WEEKENDER JERSEY BY AIR 31ST AUGUST – 3RD SEPTEMBER 2018 2ND SEPTEMBER – 9TH SEPTEMBER 2018

£319PP £749PP £90 SINGLE NO SINGLE ROOMS ROOM SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE

PARK INN BY RADISSON CARDIFF THE MONTEREY HOTEL, JERSEY This recently refurbished hotel is situated in the heart of the charming Cardiff Located a short stroll through the Millennium Town Park from the town of St Helier, City Centre. Adjacent to the Motorpoint Arena and just minutes from St. David’s the Monterey Hotel offers a high standard of comfort and service to both the leisure Shopping Complex, Cardiff Castle and the Millennium Stadium, this hotel’s prime and business traveller. On-site luxury indoor swimming pool facilities, including location allows for guests to enjoy a variety of nearby activities, such as sightseeing steam room, spa bath and mini gym are provided free of charge to guests. and shopping. The accommodation includes 146 quiet and spacious guest rooms, A large outdoor swimming pool is also available for fine days surrounded by a Dove bathroom amenities, Free Wireless High-speed Internet and al fresco dining sun terrace. The hotel also sits on the island bus network for easy access to the on the terrace at RBG Bar & Grill. Islands attractions. JERSEY CARDIFF Just five miles by nine, Jersey’s size makes it perfect for exploring - its natural beauty, Cardiff, Wales capital city offers many attractions, fantastic shopping and is rich in miles of golden sands, rich heritage and great food have long attracted holidaymakers ancient history. This city is vibrant and the perfect place for a weekend break. to its shores…sophisticated island life doesn’t get much better than this!

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 Half Board Accommodation 3 7 nights half board accommodation 3 Ferry crossings 3 Excursion through the Wye Valley National Park 3 Dedicated representative on the Island 3 Hotel transfers 3 Full Day Coastal Tour 3 War Tunnels 3 La Mare Vineyards FRIDAY Hunts Travel acts as retail agents for Destination Specialists ATOL 9503 We begin the weekend by travelling to Cardiff via Stratford upon Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon is a world class destination, the birthplace of William Shakespeare and its surrounding historic SUNDAY towns and countryside. Internationally renowned for the Royal Shakespeare Company, its We travel to the airport (East Midlands/Doncaster) for the flight to Jersey with comfort stops iconic home the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Shakespeare houses, five beautifully on the way. Your friendly rep will meet you off the plane in Jersey and take you to the hotel preserved Tudor homes and gardens, all directly linked with William Shakespeare and his in time to settle in before your evening meal. family. As you arrive at your hotel, tea and coffee will be served whilst your bags are being MONDAY whisked away to your room. Your rep has arranged a full day coastal tour of the island, with so much to see I’m sure you SATURDAY will be making notes of places to visit on your days at leisure. Today has been put aside for you to enjoy Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales’ capital city offers spectacular shopping, TUESDAY museums, dining and entertainment. Easy to explore Today has been set aside for you to enjoy all that Jersey has to offer, take advantage of the on foot you can visit the free National Museum Cardiff hop on hop off bus, which stops conveniently close to the hotel and is very good value, to and spectacular Cardiff Castle all within the city centre. make your way around. Top class entertainment is on offer at Cardiff Bay with WEDNESDAY its restaurants, waterside views and Wales Millennium After breakfast we visit the Jersey War Tunnels, Jersey War Tunnels is no ordinary attraction; Centre. it is a spine-chilling reminder of a dark time in Jersey’s history. During World War II, SUNDAY the Crown left Jersey defenceless and the Island became occupied by German forces. Today we travel through the Wye Valley National park to Monmouth, a contested borderland Jersey War Tunnels are a product of five long years of Occupation; they bore witness to with more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the UK. Nestled between the Brecon the particular cruelty of the Nazi regime. Dug deep into the hillside by forced and slave Beacons National Park and the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It’s not just workers from nations across Europe, the extraordinary tunnels run over 1km in length. They the stunning landscape that’ll take your breath away. So will the majestic castles, dark starry now contain an underground collection of thought provoking galleries that detail Jersey’s skies, mountain climbs, fabulous food and 360° views. Then on to Ross-on-Wye, There’s no occupation history from resistance, through to starvation, and then eventual liberation. You’ll mistaking Ross-on-Wye in south Herefordshire as a market town. St Mary’s Church spire has never believe this happened on British soil. See it, feel it, believe it, at Jersey War Tunnels. shaped the skyline of Ross-on-Wye for over 700 years. We continue to Ledbury, Big enough THURSDAY to be bustling and vibrant, but small enough to keep a strong sense of community, Ledbury To ensure you manage to visit all areas, today will be another day at leisure on the Island. is a market town with a unique feel. Distinct from the other Herefordshire market towns of Bromyard, Ross-on-Wye, Leominster and Kington, at the centre of Ledbury is the Black and FRIDAY White Grade 1 listed Market Hall. Built in 1653 by the King’s Carpenter John Abel – it is one This morning we visit La Mare Vineyards for a tour and wine tasting, La Mare Wine Estate of the finest examples in England. in St Mary provides a relaxing and interesting way to spend a day exploring local food and drink culture. This popular Jersey attraction is a working estate offering tours and tastings MONDAY of the fabulous hand made wines, spirits, preserves and more made on site from traditional After breakfast we depart our hotel for the journey home to Lincolnshire, with comfort and modern local recipes. Visitors are invited to enjoy the gardens, vineyards, orchards, stops enroute. playgrounds, cafe, gift shop, cooperage display as well as meeting the ponies and tasting the delightful products. SATURDAY Your last full day on the island is to be taken at leisure. SUNDAY We bid farewell to our hosts as your rep takes you back to the airport for your flight home, where our driver will be waiting to whisk you home to Lincolnshire.

21 WARNERS COASTAL VILLAGE, PURE SCOTLAND & THE NORFOLK BROADS 2ND SEPTEMBER – 8TH SEPTEMBER 2018 10TH SEPTEMBER – 14TH SEPTEMBER 2018

PP £399PP £540 LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £135 SINGLE AVAILABLE WITH NO ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ABERDEEN TREETOPS HOTEL WARNERS COASTAL VILLAGE, CORTON Your stay begins with a warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie at check-in. Settle Set on a cliff top in the idyllic town of Corton, Warners Coastal Village is a place into a newly refurbished guest room with WiFi access, a 32-inch TV, easy chair and of relaxation and contemplation, At Corton, They love to give you choice and there work desk. Hotel guests and locals alike enjoy Springfield’s Restaurant, open all is so much to do either around the village or out and about. They are there to help day. Unwind with your favourite cocktail at Springfield’s Bar, or order room service you make the most of your holiday by offering fun activities. Plus with a brand new anytime. They have health and wellness covered with a fully equipped fitness centre, games lawn featuring some amazing outdoor activities there really is so much to do. tennis court and group exercise classes. Re-energize in the 15m pool, whirlpool, Then get ready for the great nights at Corton’s Cabaret Diner. After dinner the curtain sauna and steam room, or book a treatment in the Spa Beauty Room (treatments rises for non-stop entertainment including team shows, comedians, live music and spa service not included). and dancing!

ABERDEENSHIRE Aberdeenshire is known as ‘Scotland’s Castle Country’ boasting some of the finest castles in the country with more per acre here than anywhere else in the UK. Experience a wonderful cross section of the most famous and dramatic venues.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 6 Nights Half Board Accomodation 3 Excursions 3 Entertainment 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Entertainment 3 Excursions 3 Aberdeen Maritime Museum 3 Royal Deeside Railway 3 Haddo House 3 Wroxham Cruise 3 Pitmedden Garden 3 Drum Castle MONDAY SUNDAY Travel to Corton with a comfort stop in the City of Norwich, Norwich is a wonderful fusion of We travel North to Edinburgh for your first nights stay at the Holiday Inn Edinburgh City the modern and historic, one complementing the other. Like any great city its centre is easy West, your driver will arrange comfort stops on the way. to walk around and has a river at its heart. You will arrive at your venue with time to relax MONDAY before your evening meal and first night of entertainment. After breakfast your driver will take you into Edinburgh centre for you to enjoy free time in this amazing city. It is a city that calls you to explore it by foot – narrow streets, TUESDAY passageways, stairs and hidden church yards on every step will pull you away from the main Today we have set aside for you to enjoy all the resort has to offer, from Archery to sewing streets. A mid afternoon departure will get you to your hotel with plenty of time to settle in classes Warners has something for everyone. before your evening meal. TUESDAY WEDNESDAY We have arranged a visit to the Aberdeen Maritime museum for this morning, Aberdeen Today we take a cruise on the Norfolk Broads, A full commentary from the skipper will Maritime Museum tells the story of the city’s long relationship with the Sea. The Maritime ensure you don’t miss a thing, explaining the origins of the Broads, identifying points of Museum houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing and interest along the way and showing you the abundance of local water birds as they come port history. This afternoon a trip on the Royal Deeside Railway has been arranged, The into view. There is no better way to learn about the Broads whilst taking in the beautiful Royal Deeside Railway is a standard gauge steam and diesel hauled heritage railway, in a scenery all around you. This afternoon your driver will take you on a scenic tour travelling beautiful setting running alongside the River Dee. At the Milton of Crathes, they have an through the pretty villages on your way back to your resort. award-winning Victorian station, a railway carriage tearoom, a shop with ice creams etc., all with a wonderful view of the surrounding hills. THURSDAY WEDNESDAY After breakfast we visit Cromer, Cromer, perched on the very edge of the north Norfolk coast, This morning we travel to Haddo House, Stately and striking, Haddo House casts a huge is famous for its tasty crabs, wide open beaches, a traditional pier complete with a theatre impression from the moment you set eyes on it. You can enjoy a 75 minute guided tour of providing seaside special variety shows and is awash with small local independent shops. the house and then time to enjoy the gardens before we move on to Pitmedden Gardens, As you would expect of a seaside town rich in its fishing heritage, it has a lighthouse and a Brilliant design and meticulous maintenance give Pitmedden Garden its unique charm. With proud tradition of RNLI service. It has been said that the lifeboat service is the lifeblood of honeysuckle and jasmine casting their scent in the garden, Pitmedden really is a delight for the town and the Henry Blogg Musuem offers a great insight into the service’s past history. the senses. THURSDAY FRIDAY Today we travel to Drum Castle for a guided tour, The sweep of 700 years of history is We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. stamped into Drum’s stalwart battlements, medieval square tower and sprawling extensions. The ancient oak forest adjoins the castle, providing a sense of continuity through the centuries and a home for red kites, roe deer, red squirrels and badgers. The rest of the day is to be for free time in Aberdeen, Scotland’s third largest city and is known fondly as The Granite City due to the local pale stone which adorns so many of its outstanding buildings. It is also nicknamed the oil capital of Europe, the Dallas of Britain and the silver city with the golden sands. Another nickname is Furry Boot Town after the Doric phrase Furry Boot Ye Frae!. FRIDAY Today is at leisure in Aberdeen, A visit would not be complete without a walk through Old Aberdeen to see some picturesque and olden examples architecture in some of Scotland’s oldest buildings such as Provost Skene’s House. Examples of traditional fishing cottages can still be seen at nearby Footdee by the beach. A mid afternoon departure takes you on to your next hotel with time to relax before your evening meal. SATURDAY We say good bye to our last hosts and make our way back to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops on the way.

22 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk WELSH BORDERS STEAM & CRUISE ISLE OF WIGHT 17TH SEPTEMBER – 21ST SEPTEMBER 2018 22ND SEPTEMBER – 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018

£429PP £554PP £80.00 SINGLE ROOM LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

MERCURE SHREWSBURY ALBRIGHTON HALL & SPA THE OCEAN HOTEL, SANDOWN Just 4 miles from Shrewsbury centre, this 18th century manor house has an The Ocean Hotel, family run since 1958 offers 96 bedrooms and is conveniently ornamental lake and 15 acres of beautiful grounds. The hotel has 87 contemporary situated between the High Street and the Esplanade overlooking the guest rooms, for an extra special stay choose one of the Privilege rooms. Sit down popular Sandown Bay, with its six mile stretch of glorious well groomed sand. to an elegant lunch or dinner in the Oak Room Restaurant or relax in the Terrace Bar. Visit the Spa for the ideal retreat offering the ultimate in pampering to leave you looking and feeling your very best. Free Wi-Fi available throughout.

SHREWSBURY Shrewsbury is full of higgledy-piggledy streets with names you want to say out loud. A river that scoops up the town in a loop. A mix of the very old and the very new. The quirky and the one-off.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Severn River 3 7 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Ferry transfers boat Trip 3 Llangollen Wharf Boat trip 3 Llangollen Railway 3 Isle of Wight Railway 3 Osborne House 3 Shanklin Chine

MONDAY SATURDAY Travel to Shrewsbury with a comfort stop in Nottingham, Start your Robin Hood trail at the We travel South to the beautiful Isle of Wight, with comfort stops enroute. castle with its towers, gatehouses and ducal mansion housing historic stoneware and alabaster carvings. Or visit the shopping centres which bustle obliviously above the city’s network of SUNDAY sandstone caves, carved out in the Dark Ages. We should arrive at the hotel with time to relax Today we have a full day of rest to enjoy all The Isle of Wight has to offer. and unwind before your evening meal. MONDAY TUESDAY This morning a visit to Shanklin Chine, Carved by Mother Nature’s own hands over We travel just down the road to Victoria Quay to meet The Sabrina for a cruise on the River thousands of years, the stunning tree lined gorge that is Shanklin Chine cuts its mark Severn, sit back and relax whilst you enjoy tea and biscuits on board. The rest of the day has from Shanklin Old Village to the sandy beach and esplanade far below. Attracting many been set aside to enjoy Shrewsbury, Set amidst glorious countryside near the Welsh Borders, millions of visitors to wander through and marvel at its beauty over a near double century Shrewsbury is one of England’s finest medieval market towns. The town centre is packed of seasonal openings, Shanklin Chine can truly say it’s lasted the test of visitor time. There with timber-framed black & white buildings and boasts over 660 listed buildings including are few places on the Isle of Wight, let alone England, that can boast such a tranquil and the Castle and the world-famous Shrewsbury Abbey. Part of the town’s medieval street plan picturesque location. still exists today featuring Shrewsbury’s Shuts and Passages - a unique maze of narrow alleys and cobbled streets which criss-cross the town centre. Shrewsbury is fortunate to have its TUESDAY own beautiful, 23-acre parkland known as The Quarry. A tree-lined towpath follows the river After breakfast we have included a ride on the Isle of Wight Steam Railway where you will get through the park making the Quarry a perfect place to relax, enjoy walks, picnic, or to let off a chance to take in picture postcard views of the island. Your visit to The Award-Winning Isle steam. At its centre lies the Dingle, a formal floral masterpiece created by world-renowned of Wight Steam Railway will engage, inspire and excite you ... The sight of powerful majestic gardener Percy Thrower. steam engines, the charm of quiet rural stations, and the friendliness of traditionally WEDNESDAY uniformed staff, will leave you with some enduring memories of a special day out. Today your driver will take you on a tour of the Shropshire Hills, calling in at Church Stretton, WEDNESDAY Church Stretton is an historic Market Town situated in the heart of the South Shropshire hills We cannot visit the Isle of Wight without a free flow experience of Osborne House, Osborne on the English/Welsh border known as The Marches. It is the only town in the Shropshire reflects Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s passions, tastes and style. Ornate furnishings Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, then on to Bishops Castle, As you stroll around and artefacts from The Royal Collection fill rooms and corridors where Victoria entertained the medieval town centre you’ll find it has its own unique mix of architecture. Collectors and heads of state, inventors, princes and princesses and ruled the vast British Empire. shoppers in search of the unusual are drawn to Bishop’s Castle by a collection of arts, crafts and independent shops. Its past is celebrated by two museums, one of local history and one THURSDAY about the Bishop’s Castle railway. After breakfast we board the coach for a circular tour of the Island, to include Pearl, Alum THURSDAY Bay and Yarmouth. After breakfast we visit Llangollen for a morning cruise on Llangollen Wharf, As with so many ancient Welsh towns, it takes its name from its founding Saint; Collen, a seventh century FRIDAY saint. Llangollen, was established in the 7th Century when The monk St. Collen was instructed Enjoy a day at leisure, Meander through the quaint town or take a walk along the fine to find a valley by riding a horse for one day and then stop and mark out a “parish” a place beaches. to build his hermitage or cell in the custom of the times, with tiny church, hospice and outhouses all enclosed within a wall. This afternoon a trip on the Llangollen Steam Railway to SATURDAY Corwen, where your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel. Today we travel home to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. FRIDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute.

23 AUTUMN IN ROBIN HOODS BAY CROMER 1ST OCTOBER – 5TH OCTOBER 2018 6TH OCTOBER – 10TH OCTOBER 2018

£399PP £285PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £28 SINGLE ROOM AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

RAVEN HALL HOTEL HOTEL DE PARIS The Raven Hall Hotel is one of A delightful and unusual Grade 2* listed those places that once you have building in the finest position in Cromer, by visited, you will surely return. Raven the shops and historic parish church and Hall is more than a hotel; with 55 overlooking the beach and pier. bedrooms, a nine-hole cliff-side CROMER links golf course, tennis courts, Cromer is on the edge of the North Norfolk games room and heated indoor Coast with wide open beaches, a traditional swimming pool among the list of pier awash with small local independent shops, facilities. a seaside town rich in its fishing heritage.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Scampston Gardens 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Guided tour 3 NYMR 3 Bondville Model Village

MONDAY SATURDAY Depart for your journey to Ravenscar, stopping for some free time in Beverley. Beverley has This morning we travel to Cromer with a stop in Kings Lynn on the way, The Hanseatic town been voted one of Yorkshire’s best kept secrets. This stunning market town has beauty in of King’s Lynn was one of England’s most important ports from as early as the 12th century abundance. With an awe-inspiring Minster, historical buildings, cobbled streets, and small and this maritime past is still very much in evidence today. Fine old merchants’ houses town charm, there is something for everyone. You will arrive at Raven Hall Hotel with plenty stretch down to the river between cobbled lanes and the elegant Custom House overlooks of time to relax before your evening meal. the harbour. The town’s heritage is reflected in an amazing array of historic buildings, you TUESDAY should arrive at your hotel with plenty of time to settle in before your evening meal. Today we travel from our hotel to The Walled Gardens at Scampston Hall in Malton. Scampston Walled Garden is a stunningly beautiful contemporary garden, quite unlike any SUNDAY other, featuring modern, perennial meadow planting alongside more traditional areas. Since After breakfast we visit Hunstanton, The elegant resort of Hunstanton is the ideal base opening to the public in 2005, it has received a great deal of international acclaim. After to enjoy Norfolk’s superb coastline. Hunstanton, or ‘Hunston’ as it is known locally, is your guided tour you can relax and enjoy refreshments in The Garden Café which is set in a renowned for its unique striped cliffs and magnificent sunsets, made special by its position contemporary and light building that looks out over the Walled Garden. This afternoon has as the only west-facing resort on the East coast, This afternoon we move down the coast to been set aside for you to enjoy some leisure time in Scarborough. There is an abundance of Wells-next-the-sea, Wells is one of the most attractive towns on the North Norfolk Coast. cafes and restaurants where you can sit and observe the world go by. Scarborough’s town From the long sweeping beach bordered by pine woodland, along the gentle harbour with centre has all the usual high street favourites plus, down its picturesque side streets, such small fishing boats and children fishing for crabs, past the shops on Staithe Street with not as Huntriss Row and Bar Street, a cornucopia of small independents selling everything from a chain store in sight, to the tree-lined park with its fine Georgian houses, quiet pubs and vintage clothing to food. restaurants - Wells is an unspoiled seaside destination, waiting to be discovered. WEDNESDAY This morning has been set aside for you to enjoy some leisure time in Whitby one of the MONDAY most picturesque ports in England, Whitby and its harbour are set in a ravine at the mouth Today Norwich market is our destination, Situated in the heart of Norwich on Gentleman’s of the River Esk. Dominated by the cliff top ruined Abbey, the narrow alleys and quaint Walk, Norwich boasts the largest open-air market in the country, its rich heritage and streets climb down to the busy quayside, with its harbourside houses and small shops traditional appearance is sure to charm you. You’ll find a fantastic range of goods and filled with crafts, curios, and antiques. Early afternoon you will climb on-board one of The service available; whether you’re after clothes, children’s toys, jewellery, household goods, North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam or heritage diesel trains and experience 24 miles flowers, keys cut or shoes mended, the market has it all! of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery. The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is one of the world’s greatest heritage railway experiences. The train will briefly stop at several picture postcard TUESDAY village stations en route to Pickering where your driver will be waiting for your return journey Today has been put aside for you to enjoy your resort, Cromer is well known for its pier to Raven Hall. which has a lifeboat station & Pavilion Theatre, home to the UK’s only remaining traditional end of the pier variety show. The pier is an enduring example of Victorian building, having THURSDAY withstood many storms, tidal surges and even an attempt to blow it up by the Government Today we travel from our hotel to The Bondville Model Village on the outskirts of Bridlington in WW2 to prevent the pier being used as a landing strip for enemy invaders! Close to the which has over 200 buildings including a castle, ruined Abbey and Harbour. See the villagers going about their everyday lives. Watch the train pull its carriages around the shore you will find ‘Britain’s Great Barrier Reef’, the Cromer Shoals Chalk Bed, created in village and across the river where fishing boats and cruisers are moored. Set in one acre the Mesozoic Era when dinosaurs roamed. It is the longest in the world at 20 miles long of beautiful gardens, It’s cottages, houses and shops are lovingly hand-crafted and give a and you can see it by swimming out and snorkeling. Unmissable on the Cromer skyline taste, in miniature, of traditional village life. This afternoon has been set aside for you to is the 160ft tower of 14th century church St Peter & Paul with vast stained glass windows enjoy leisure time in Bridlington with its glorious clean beaches, history galore, independent commemorating Cromer’s lifeboat crew, the most decorated in RNLI history. There’s shops, great entertainment and amazing nature, in Bridlington there really is something for also a museum named after Henry Blogg, who served for 53 years on Cromer’s lifeboats, everyone, whatever the weather. who, with his crew, saved over 873 lives from the North Sea. Discover more history at the FRIDAY Lifeboat Museum & Cromer Museum. Following breakfast we make our return journey home with a stop en route in York. Rich WEDNESDAY in ancient history, romantic ambience and fun activities, York is renowned for its exquisite We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop enroute. architecture, tangle of quaint cobbled streets, iconic York Minster, shops and a wealth of visitor attractions.

24 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk 24 MAJESTIC FJORDLAND ABOARD THE COLUMBUS 5TH OCTOBER – 12TH OCTOBER 2018

PRICE FROM £719 PP SHARING A TWIN INNER CABIN SINGLE ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST BUT WITH A SUPPLEMENT PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS

Norway’s fjords are stunning in their majesty - tranquil blue waters lapping at lush green slopes, rising to towering mountain peaks. You will spend hours standing at the ship’s rail in the clean air gazing at granite cliffs punctuated by cascading waterfalls, remote mountain farms and pretty villages nestling in the valleys. So much beauty and splendour is packed into this cruise.

WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 7 nights full board accommodation 3 Return coach transfer A valid passport and independent travel insurance is required, documentary proof will need to be shown when booking. A deposit of £150 per person is needed when booking this holiday

MONDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY Depart London Tilbury. Eidfjord and Cruising Hardangerfjord (Norway) - Lying at the Bergen (Norway) – Known as the ‘Gateway to the Fjords’, end of a tributary of the beautiful Hardangerfjord, Eidfjord Bergen is Norway’s second largest city. Yet with a TUESDAY is surrounded by mountains up to 1,900 metres high. The population of less than a quarter of a million, it has the feel Amsterdam – With more bicycles than permanent residents, small town is the gateway to Hardangervidda, which is of a small town. It is beautifully sited against a backdrop the Dutch capital is both charming and quirky. Aesthetically the largest high mountain plateau in Europe and Norway’s of seven mountains and the funicular ride to the summit of little has changed in the centre since its 17th century largest national park. A short walk from the village centre Mount Fløien affords wonderful panoramic views of Bergen Golden Age. Beautiful gabled houses and merchants’ there are graves by the roadside dating back to the Iron Age and Norway’s attractive coastline. Overlooking the harbour mansions line serene, tree-lined canals, which are laid out and Viking eras. The ‘old’ church in Eidfjord was built in the colourful Bryggen wharf is the face of Bergen. The in five concentric circles and crossed by numerous bridges. 1309. Nearby the stunning Vøringfossen waterfall is one of characteristic wooden gabled buildings were once the home The Royal Palace, originally built as a Town Hall in the 17th Norway’s most popular natural attractions and features in and offices of Hanseatic merchants but today house shops century, stands on a large square in the centre of the city. optional excursions along with the amazing Sysen Dam. selling crafts and traditional souvenirs. Considered one of Europe’s major art capitals, Amsterdam is home to a number of superb galleries and museums FRIDAY SUNDAY including the famous Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House Flam & Cruising Sognefjord – Surrounded by towering The Columbus still retains a feel of intimacy and personal and the Van Gogh Museum. mountains the tiny village of Flåm, with some 500 inhabitants, attention when compared with the ‘mega’ resort style nestles at the head of Aurlandsfjord, the innermost arm of the cruising liners built today. The spacious surroundings WEDNESDAY mighty Sognefjord. Its popularity as a tourist destination began on-board mean that you’ll always find a quiet retreat where Combining spacious surroundings and friendly service with in the late 19th century with the arrival of steamships carrying you can put your feet up and simply take in the ocean stylish entertainment and delicious cuisine, Columbus is the English and German passengers including Europe’s royals views. Whether you choose to seek sanctuary with a good perfect choice for those looking for the ultimate experience attracted by the salmon fishing in the Flåm River. Today’s book in the library, get creative in the new Crafter’s Studio, and comfort. Offering a wide range of on-board experiences visitors are drawn to Flåm for a chance to ride on one of the get energised at the fully-equipped gym or unwind with a including seven different lounges and bars, two speciality world’s steepest and most spectacular railways. A masterpiece relaxing massage, ‘me-time’ doesn’t get better than this. coffee and tea shops, and two deck bars, this ship gives of engineering, Flåm Railway twists and turns through the guests ample choice to tailor their leisure time around their steep-sided Flåm Valley amidst some of Norway’s most MONDAY preferences. You will never be short of amusement aboard breathtaking mountain scenery. Arrive back in London Tilbury (United Kingdom). this ship cruise, as our Dome Observatory, Nightclub and Palladium Show Lounge host nightly performances by the talented Columbus show team and renowned guest stars. There is even a large floor for ballroom dancing!

25 LUDLOW CORNWALL & THE EDEN PROJECT & THE SHROPSHIRE HILLS 13TH OCTOBER – 18TH OCTOBER 2018 29TH OCTOBER – 2ND NOVEMBER 2018

£459PP £380PP LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS £50.00 SINGLE ROOM AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE ROSEMUNDY THE FEATHERS HOTEL HOUSE HOTEL Described by Nikolaus Pevsner in ‘The Relax and recharge at the Buildings of England’ as ‘that prodigy of Rosemundy House Hotel, situated in timber framed houses’ and, more recently, in the quaint Cornish coastal village of the Times as ‘the most handsome St Agnes. As well as the beautifully inn in the world’, The Feathers Hotel is appointed en suite rooms, many internationally recognised for its beautiful of which enjoy garden views, they Jacobean architecture and medieval heritage. also have a heated swimming The world famous frontage of the building is pool, choice of cosy lounges, the gateway to a warm and inviting welcome well stocked bar and an excellent to be experienced within this celebrated and restaurant serving both Table d’Hôte charming hotel, restaurant and café bar. and Á la Carte menus.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 5 Nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Newquay Zoo 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 The Eden Project 3 Severn Valley Railway 3 Llangollen Wharf Cruise

SATURDAY MONDAY We travel South to St Agnes, with comfort stops on the way, you should arrive at the hotel We travel to Bridgnorth with comfort stops enroute, Bridgnorth was once one of the busiest with plenty of time to relax and settle in before your evening meal. river ports in Europe, but nowadays, the Severn, clear and unpolluted, is a quiet haven for anglers, walkers and wildlife. The river divides the town into High Town and Low Town, SUNDAY the two being linked by seven sets of ancient donkey steps and a Victorian funicular, the After breakfast we board the coach for a scenic drive to Lands End at the most south- Bridgnorth Cliff Railway. We meet the train for a late afternoon journey across the Clee Hills westerley point of mainland Great Britain, Stroll along family-friendly paths above cliffs on your way to Kidderminster to meet the coach and continue your journey to the hotel. carved out by the waves of the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Find yourself in the company of soaring seabirds and, if you’re lucky, the coast’s resident basking sharks, seals and dolphins TUESDAY may put in an appearance. Then on to St Ives, St Ives is a seemingly subtropical oasis where Today we cross the border into Herefordshire and follow the black and white village trail, the beaches are golden, the vegetation is lush and the light piercingly bright. travelling via Mortimers cross to Eardisland and Pembridge, Lyonsall and Weobley and continue onto the historic city of Hereford, Hereford is a lovely city with a lively feel. MONDAY There are lots of things to do, not least indulging in some shopping! Wander around the Today we travel just up the coast to Newquay, where we have included a visit to the Zoo, independent stores in the historical centre and call in to the adjacent brand spanking new Newquay Zoo is one of Cornwall’s leading visitor attractions and as a charity your visit will prestigious Old Market, built on the site of the old livestock market. support the vital conservation projects both at the Zoo and around the world, working to save WEDNESDAY animals from extinction. The rest of the day is to be spent at leisure in Newquay to enjoy the Today we allow time to enjoy the beauty of Ludlow, Standing proudly over the town is attractions and beaches this resort has to offer. Ludlow Castle; witness to many a battle over the centuries but none so gripping as the title of ‘Festival Loaf’ at Ludlow Food Festival. Ludlow has a well deserved reputation for quality TUESDAY food and drink, with farmers markets selling local produce to independent butchers, bakers, We have put today aside for you to enjoy St Agnes at your leisure, St Agnes is a picturesque delicatessens and food shops. You’ll find a selection of small, family-owned businesses village on the north coast of Cornwall. Steeped in mining history, the village retains a that sell quality products with a personal touch. traditional friendly Cornish atmosphere, with four different beaches. There are dramatic coastal walks and breathtaking scenery filled with relics from the past, including the THURSDAY iconic Wheal Coates engine house, as well as friendly hotels serving good food in a warm After breakfast we make our way over the Shropshire hills via Church Stretton to atmosphere. You will discover a thriving community with a choice of shops as well as Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury is full of higgledy-piggledy streets with names you want to say out galleries and craft workshops where beautiful gifts are made by hand. Sample the beautiful loud. A river that scoops up the town in a loop. A mix of the very old and the very new. The scenic coastline, fantastic beaches, arts and craft shops and mining heritage. quirky and the one-off. Then on to Llangollen for a 2 hour cruise on Llangollen Wharf, The two hour trips on the motorised canal boat carry you through the beautiful WEDNESDAY Vale of Llangollen and across the famous built by Thomas Telford Today we have included a visit to the Eden Project, With a worldwide reputation, and between 1795 and 1805. This length of canal is a World Heritage Site. The country’s recognised by the British Travel Awards as the Best UK Leisure Attraction 5 years running highest navigable aqueduct towers a massive 126ft (38m) above the River Dee supported (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015), Eden barely needs an introduction, but this epic by 18 stone piers. The canal runs through an iron trough 1007 feet (306.9 metres) long, 11 destination definitely deserves a day of your undivided attention. More than just a huge, feet 10 inches (3.6 metres) wide and 5 feet 3 inches (1.6 metres) deep. Water is fed from tropical garden, Eden is a gateway into the relationships between plants and people, and a the River Dee at the Horseshoe Falls near Llangollen. The purpose built motor fascinating insight into the story of mankind’s dependence on plant life. Not only a mind- the Thomas Telford is fully weather proof and is centrally heated with comfortable seats and blowing visitor attraction, Eden is also fast-becoming a unique resource for education and excellent views from every table. There is an informative live commentary on board and the knowledge towards a sustainable future. bar is open throughout the journey.

THURSDAY FRIDAY We bid a fond farewell to our hosts and travel back to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops We travel home via Nottingham, Look out for cool shops in the colourful courtyard of enroute. Cobden Chambers, affordable vintage clothes at Cow and sourdough bread treats at the Ugly Bread Bakery amongst others.

26 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk 26 DISNEYLAND PARIS HALLOWEEN SPECTACULAR 21ST OCTOBER – 24TH OCTOBER 2018

THE SANTA FE HOTEL WHAT’S INCLUDED Discover this oasis of comfort on Route 66, where a Santa Fe-themed 3 3 nights Bed & breakfast Accommodation on site Hotel delivers classic Disney value and hospitality. It’s just a 20 minute 3 Return Coach transfer to St Pancras 3 3 park day passes walk away, or a few minutes by free shuttle, from the Parks. And you includes 2 Magic Hours in the park before it opens to the general public can enjoy up to 2 Extra Magic Hours in parts of Disneyland® Park. 3 Return Eurostar direct into Disneyland

SUNDAY WEDNESDAY An early start as we travel South to St Pancras with comfort stops on the way, takes you to Today we start early in whichever park you choose, tired out and ready for a rest, mid meet the Eurostar for your direct journey into Disneyland Paris, you should arrive approx afternoon the Eurostar will take you back to St Pancras, leaving Disneyland behind as an 2-3pm at your hotel with time to explore the many restaurants and bars around the hotel in the amazing holiday experience, your coach will meet you at the train station to bring you Disney village and maybe a nice early night ready to start your park experience in the morning. home to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops for your late arrival home.

MONDAY After breakfast, your park passes include the magic hours, which is 2 hours extra in the parks before they open to the general public at 10am. You can visit the Disneyland Park UNDER 3’S TRAVEL FREE which consists of more than 50 rides and attractions, shows and parades, including the (MUST BE UNDER 3 FOR RETURN JOURNEY) Halloween Spectacular events. It’s a kingdom of classic fairytale adventures and thrills spread over 5 themed lands. With the parks closing at 10pm your day will be full of Disney sparkle. TUESDAY £399 £529 With droopy eyes and full belly’s from the excellent breakfast in the hotel, with your magic hour passes in hand maybe today is the day to visit the Walt Disney Studio Park. The behind PER CHILD 3-11 SHARING PER PERSON 12+ BASED ON the scenes destination where you will discover the secrets and special effects of Disney WITH 2 ADULTS 4 ADULTS SHARING movies and animation. As you make your way through the four zones you’ll feel what it’s like to take centre stage. Lights, camera and the action continues.

27 WESTON SUPER MARE BRIDLINGTON TURKEY & TINSEL TURKEY & TINSEL 1ST NOVEMBER – 5TH NOVEMBER 2018 12TH NOVEMBER – 16TH NOVEMBER 2018

£299PP £395PP £12 SINGLE ROOM LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

THE BALMORAL HOTEL SMITHS HOTEL The Balmoral Hotel is family owned and ideally situated, with its sea views and Smiths Hotel is a family run hotel that occupies a prime position on the beautiful the location being within walking distance to the town centre and amenities. The seafront of Weston-super-Mare. Proudly sporting attractive and stylishly decorated Balmoral Hotel pride themselves with their excellent, delicious food, traditional en-suite bedrooms, many with spectacular sea views, each hotel room is fitted with appeal and warm hospitality, a real treat for the festive season with all the festive en-suite facilities to make your stay more convenient and relaxing. Smiths Hotel trimmings. values all their customers and demonstrates this with easy access to all rooms for both the able and disabled by stairs or passenger lift. It is this dedication to BRIDLINGTON customer comfort and customer service that has earned Smiths Hotel an enviable With its sandy beaches, award-winning promenades and historic harbour, this is Gold Commended with the Weston super Mare Hotels Association. They regularly a hidden seaside gem awash with kitsch traditional entertainment. Visit the funfair, check the services and facilities to ensure we are reaching the standards required of amusements and donkey rides on the beach for a traditional British day out with a 3 star establishment. seaside and spades.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Full turkey & tinsel Package 3 Mystery guided tour 3 Full turkey & tinsel Entertainment package 3 Stonehenge visitor experience

THURSDAY MONDAY Depart Lincolnshire for your journey to Bridlington, enjoy some free time in Beverley, one of Today we travel South-West to Weston Super Mare with comfort stops enroute, arriving Yorkshires hidden gems. Beverley is home to many high street names and a variety of small at your hotel in time to relax and enjoy complimentary tea and coffee whilst your bags are independent shops. With lots of cosy cafes and tea rooms to relax in before completing your being taken to your room. journey to The Balmoral which will keep you feeling festive and entertained. TUESDAY FRIDAY Christmas eve would not be the same without that last minute shopping trip so this morning Enjoy a visit to the famous town of Whitby. For those interested in the historical side maybe your driver will take you to Bath, Independent, creative, unique and stylish, Bath is the only visit the Captain Cooks museum or enjoy a meander through the quaint cobbled streets place in the UK where you can bathe in naturally hot spa water and original Roman Baths, or take a look at the independent shops, you may want to purchase some beautiful Whitby making it the ultimate spa break destination for thousands of years, and at the same time the Jet, a lovely souvenir of this amazing area. Or for the more adventurous maybe a visit to selection of independent and high street stores makes this destination perfect for a mock the impressive ruins of Whitby Abbey which is reached via 199 steps up the East cliff and Christmas Eve visit. through St Mary’s church yard, where breath taking panoramic views of the town and coast line can be seen. WEDNESDAY SATURDAY We have put aside today for you to enjoy your resort, You may want to visit the Seaquarium Today we have included a mystery guided tour of the local area. Enjoy an informative or walk down the piers, the most famous of which is the Grand Pier, Situated in Weston- commentary whilst taking in towns of interests. super-Mare, the Grand Pier was originally constructed in 1904, the Grand Pier featured a 2,000 seat theatre which was used as a music hall and for opera, stage plays and ballet. SUNDAY The original pavilion was destroyed by fire in 1930. A new pavilion was built in 1933 which Today we will spend the morning in the coastal neighbouring town of Scarborough with housed a large, undercover fun fair. In 1974 the pier became a Grade II listed building. In its iconic castle and rugged landscapes with the fishing harbour nestled between the two 2008 the Grand Pier was completely destroyed by fire. Following a £51 Million investment beaches, with many high street and novelty shops to visit. Then we return to the Balmoral the Grand Pier re-opened its’ doors in October 2010. This evening your Christmas dinner for you to enjoy a leisurely afternoon in your resort followed by a four course Christmas will be served and if you have been good girl’s and boy’s there will be a surprise visitor dinner in the evening with all the trimmings and a glass of wine, a real festive treat for your whilst you enjoy your evening entertainment. last night. THURSDAY MONDAY After breakfast we travel to Stonehenge, your coach will drop you off at the visitors centre Following breakfast we make our return journey home with a stop en-route in Hull maybe where you can learn all about the history of the circle and how it fits in to the landscape immerse yourself in the historic old town with the many museums and galleries or simply around you, a shuttle bus will then take you for your midday visit to the stones. Time enjoy a meander or maybe some Christmas Shopping! permitting this afternoon a visit to Salisbury, If you pause on the edge of the water-meadows to take in the awesome sight of the Cathedral rising up from these lush green fields, it’s easy to understand why Salisbury was named as one of the world’s Top 10 Cities to visit in 2015 by Lonely Planet

FRIDAY Bid farewell to your hosts as we depart for Lincolnshire with comfort stops enroute.

28 01507 463000 [email protected] www.hunts-coaches.co.uk GRANGE OVER SANDS LONGLEAT & THE FESTIVAL TURKEY & TINSEL OF LIGHT 26TH NOVEMBER – 30TH NOVEMBER 2018 29TH NOVEMBER – 1ST DECEMBER 2018

£355PP £249PP £60 SINGLE ROOM £50.00 SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT

THE CUMBRIA GRAND HOTEL THE HOLIDAY INN BRISTOL-FILTON Set on the hill side The Cumbria Grand Hotel built in 1880 offers many rooms The Holiday Inn Bristol-Filton is set in landscaped grounds with free wifi, it has with fantastic views overlooking the Bay. It has 20 Acres of private gardens and leisure facilities, (swimming pool and a gym) with professional and friendly staff woodlands; this hotel offers a warm and friendly atmosphere a building which is full and a comfortable lounge and bar area. of character. The bar, lounge area offers inviting couches, roaring open fires, with LONGLEAT refurbished fixtures and fittings it really is a beautiful relaxing retreat. Experience the truly unique spectacle of The Festival of Light at Longleat. Hundreds of illuminated designs help to transform the world-famous Wiltshire estate into a glowing winter wonderland, on a spectacular scale. Set amid the beautiful backdrop of the landscaped grounds, gardens and lake surrounding Longleat House, this must-see festival is beaming with colour and fascinating structures creating a stunning and enchanting experience for visitors.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 2 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Turkey & Tinsel Package 3 The Lakes Distillery Tasting Tour 3 Longleat Festival of light

MONDAY THURSDAY We take a leisurely morning departure from Alford to travel to Grange over Sands making Board the coach and depart Lincolnshire ready for your journey to Filton near Bristol where refreshment stops en route. Upon arrival at the hotel we start the festive celebrations with a you will be staying for the next two nights. Sit back relax and enjoy the journey. Comfort complimentary glass of bubbly or sherry. stops will be taken along the way.

TUESDAY – OUR CHRISTMAS EVE FRIDAY After a hearty breakfast we join our driver for a leisurely excursion north through Windermere, After a hearty breakfast join the driver for a fabulous full day excursion to Longleat and the a perfect destination all year round, the area is arguably the most famous and popular in the Festival of light, which runs alongside Longleat’s traditional Christmas celebrations. whole of the Lake District. Windermere is a busy little town with an array of local shops; we A truly amazing spectacle, set amid the beautiful back drop of the landscaped grounds, travel through another pretty town of Ambleside which is nestled between various fells as gardens and lake surrounding Longleat House, which is all magically decorated for the we make our way for a tour of The Lakes Distillery in Bassenthwaite, an area full of beautiful festive season, once inside you are transported back in time with the sweeping corridors scenery. The Lakes Distillery was originally an 1850’s Victorian farm that was renovated and and majestic grand rooms. Don’t forget the iconic safari park with all the amazing animals now is the largest Whiskey distillery in England. The distillery caters for all ages and the tour with so many different characters, there is so much to see and do! Once the daylight starts allows you to follow the journey of how the distillery’s world class Whiskey, gin and vodka to fade the hundreds of illuminated designs help to transform the world famous Wiltshire are made, with a tasting session at the end! We then spend some time in Keswick well known estate into a glowing winter wonderland on a spectacular scale. for its scenic landscapes. Keswick is full of compact streets with many independent shops to leisurely browse, maybe even find the elusive special gift to take home! Then we make our SATURDAY journey back to the hotel for a delicious ‘Christmas Eve’ dinner followed by an evening of After a well earned rest and a hearty breakfast we then bid farewell and join the driver for entertainment. Don’t forget to collect that jumbo Christmas quiz! the return journey back to Lincolnshire with a stop at Stratford upon Avon a beautiful place WEDNESDAY-OUR CHRISTMAS DAY steeped in culture and history, the birth place of William Shakespeare. Stratford upon Avon A Merry Christmas to one and all! Following a full English breakfast join our driver for half is set in the pretty rural Warwick countryside, then we will continue the journey home with day leisurely excursion to Kendal, generally known as the gateway to the Lake District and further comfort stops en-route. more famous for its Kendal mint cake and renowned for great shopping and the spectacular surrounding fells. Or for those more interested in the heritage, why not visit a museum or keep a look out for the civic society plaques as you walk around Kendal, they tell the story of Kendal’s fascinating history. We make our return journey back via Kirkby Lonsdale a beautiful picturesque Cumbrian town. Still today it retains much of its age old appeal with historic buildings, many dating back hundreds of years with its quaint streets and many independent shops and cosy cafes. Upon our return to the hotel you may want to explore the area where you are staying before sitting down in the evening to enjoy a traditional ‘Christmas Dinner’ with all the trimmings and enjoy the entertainment. THURSDAY- NEW YEARS EVE Remember to hand in those quiz forms! Following a hearty breakfast join the driver for a visit to Lancaster, a town rich in history may be visit the priory church which is a grade 1 listed building, its site has seen Christian worship since the Saxon times, or maybe discover Lancaster past, take a visit to the Lancaster museum an elegant Georgian building which is situated in the heart of the city or maybe enjoy a stroll around the National and independent shops. We return back to the hotel for a three course evening meal followed by the bringing in of the ‘New Year’ with great entertainment. FRIDAY Our festive fun must come to an end, after breakfast as it is time to return home. We take refreshment stops en-route and arrive back in Alford for early evening.

29 CHRISTMAS IN MORECAMBE SKIPTON TURKEY & TINSEL AT THE AUCKLAND 3RD DECEMBER – FRIDAY 7TH DECEMBER 2018 23RD DECEMBER – 27TH DECEMBER 2018

£395PP £565PP £100 SINGLE LIMITED SINGLE ROOMS ROOM SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE WITH NO SUPPLEMENT

THE RENDEZVOUS HOTEL THE AUCKLAND HOTEL This family run hotel on the outskirts of The Auckland Hotel is a well established, family run hotel specialising in family and the delightful market town of Skipton – coach party visits for the last 30 years. Good food, comfortable surroundings and gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, offers the the personal service given by this hotel is what brings visitors back year after year. best in Yorkshire hospitality – with staff who really do care! Guests return time and again, whether it’s for business or leisure, because they offer warmth and a genuine professional hospitality.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S INCLUDED 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 4 nights half board accommodation 3 Excursions 3 Full turkey & tinsel entertainment package 3 Excursions 3 Full Christmas Entertainment package 3 Fountains Abbeys 3 Yorkshire Wildlife Park 3 Leeds Christmas Market SUNDAY MONDAY A relaxing departure takes you West to Morecambe, your driver will ensure there are comfort We travel to Skipton to begin your festive holiday, a comfort stop at the Yorkshire Wildife stops on the way, there will be plenty of time to settle in before your evening meal and your Park has been included enroute, With nearly 400 animals and 70 different species of first night of entertainment. animal, Yorkshire Wildlife Park is a fantastic place to experience a truly breathtaking walk-through wildlife adventure. Most of the animals at the park are either endangered or MONDAY- CHRISTMAS EVE threatened, Yorkshire Wildlife Park work closely with charities to help the conservation of Following breakfast an optional scenic tour of the area has been arranged with your driver, endangered species in the wild and captivity. You should arrive at your hotel with plenty of afternoon tea will be served in the hotel before your themed dinner, quiz and entertainment. time to settle in before your evening meal and festive entertainment. A late buffet will be served also for those that can manage just a bit more food. TUESDAY TUESDAY- CHRISTMAS DAY Today we travel from our hotel to Ripon to visit Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal winter Merry Christmas, Your hotel has arranged a full day of things to do, if you have been good garden, Explore the dramatic ruins of Fountains Abbey, the most complete ruins of a a special visitor will arrive mid morning before your Christmas lunch. Time to walk off that Cistercian abbey in Britain, Wander around the eighteenth century Water Garden with its dinner after lunch or, of course, you can relax in the lounge and watch a bit of Christmas TV. elegant ornamental lakes, tumbling cascades and temples Discover Fountains Mill, one of A chance to work off that lunch this evening with the entertainment in the hotel which will the finest surviving examples of a monastic water mill in Britain. After free time in Ripon include singing and dancing the night away while a leisurely buffet is served. your driver will get you back to the hotel in time to enjoy more festive entertainment. WEDNESDAY- BOXING DAY WEDNESDAY Afer breakfast your driver will take you out for a mystery excursion, there are so many Today has been put aside for you to enjoy Skipton. As the gateway to the magnificent beautiful places to visit around Morecambe and your driver will pick a destination to Yorkshire Dales, people travel the length and breadth of the country to visit this charming please all. After dinner there will be your last night of entertainment in the hotel. market town. With its famous 900 year old castle, romantic ruined priory and historic cobbled High Street, Skipton is endlessly rich both in history and outstanding natural THURSDAY beauty. Another night of entertainment awaits back at the hotel. We sadly depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with comfort stops enroute. THURSDAY After breakfast we travel to Leeds to pick up those last minute Christmas gifts, Christkindelmarkt is Leeds’ annual traditional German Christmas market, bringing a little piece of Germany into the heart of the city centre, Millennium Square will be transformed into a scenic winter village featuring a variety of authentic wooden chalet stalls, cosy indoor retreats, a traditional carousel and a programme of light entertainment. After a full day of festive cheer we return to our hotel for your last evening of entertainment. FRIDAY We depart the hotel for our return journey to Lincolnshire, with a comfort stop on the way.

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HOLIDAY TRAVEL INSURANCE 5 You are not covered for valuables, your passport or visa if left unattended at any time (including in a vehicle, in checked in luggage or while in the custody of a carrier, tour A free travel insurance policy is available to all passengers travelling on our holidays. This operator or public transport operator) unless deposited in a hotel safe, safety deposit scheme is arranged by Towergate Chapman Stevens and is underwritten by ETI – International box or left in your locked accommodation. Travel Protection (ERV), the UK branch of Europäische Reiseverscherung AG, who are authorised by the Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BAFIN – www.bafin.de) 6 Stolen property: You are not covered for baggage stolen from: and approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA – www.the-fca.org.uk) to undertake insurance business in the UK. Should you wish to take out this travel insurance policy please A an unattended coach/bus unless it was locked in the luggage compartment of the accept the offer when booking your holiday. coach/bus and evidence of force or violent entry to the vehicle is available, or B the passenger compartment of any unattended vehicle. DEMANDS AND NEEDS This insurance policy will suit the demands and needs of an individual or group (where RESIDENCY applicable) who have no excluded medical condition(s), are travelling in countries included The cover under this policy is only available to United Kingdom residents being defined as: within the policy terms and who wish to insure themselves against unforeseen circumstances/ Any person who is staying in or has lived in the United Kingdom for more than 12 months, events detailed in the cover section below. Subject to the terms, conditions and maximum or if studying or working in the United Kingdom for more than 6 months. specified sums insured. HEALTH CONDITIONS IMPORTANT You must be able to comply with the following conditions to have the full protection of your We will not provide you with advice about the suitability of this product for your individual policy. If you do not comply we may refuse to deal with any relevant claim or reduce the needs but will be happy to provide you with factual information. amount of any relevant claim payment. We summarise below the details of the insurance cover provided which also includes 24-hour If you are travelling within the United Kingdom you are not required to declare your medical emergency service from Towergate Assistance. The following is a brief summary of the cover conditions. However, to be covered for any medical conditions you have or have had, you must available. Full details of the cover, conditions and exclusions will be forwarded with your be able to answer NO to questions 1. to 4. and YES to questions 5. and 6. a) and b) below: confirmation of booking. In any event you may ask for a specimen copy of the policy wording before booking should you wish to examine this in advance. 1 Are you aware of any reason why the trip could be cancelled or cut short (such as the health of a close relative)? SECTION OF COVER MAXIMUM SUMS INSURED MAXIMUM EXCESS 2 Are you travelling: AND / OR BENEFITS PER PERSON PER PERSON A against the advice of a medical practitioner, or Cancellation £1,500 £15 Loss of Deposit £50 Cancellation B for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment. Delayed Departure £60 Delayed Travel Nil Delayed Travel 3 Have you been given a terminal prognosis? £1,500 Northern Ireland, £50 Holiday Abandonment Isles of Scilly, Isle of Man, 4 Are you receiving or awaiting treatment for any bodily injury, illness or disease as a hospital Channel Islands & Europe day case or in-patient? Holiday Abandonment 5 If you are on prescribed medication, are your medical condition(s) stable and Missed Departure £100 England, Scotland & Wales Nil well controlled? £300 Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, 6 If you suffer from stress, anxiety, depression or any other mental or nervous disorder, Channel Islands & Europe have you received written confirmation (at your cost) that you are fit enough to take this Personal Accident £15,000 (subject to age) Nil trip by either: Medical & Other Expenses £2,000,000 Medical & Other £50 A a registered mental health professional (if you are under the care of a Community (including Curtailment) Expenses / £1,500 Curtailment Mental Health Team), or Hospital Benefit £100 UK / £450 Non-UK Nil B a consultant specialising in the relevant field. Baggage £1,500 Baggage / £200 Personal Nil Delayed Baggage If you are travelling outside of the UK you must telephone Mediscreen on 0344 892 1698 & Personal Money Money / £100 Delayed Baggage £50 Baggage & Personal if anyone to be covered by this policy, or any person upon whose health the trip depends: Money 1 Has or has had a medical condition (excluding childhood and minor ailments not Loss of Passport and £200 Nil requiring treatment). / or Visa 2 Is taking prescribed medication. Personal Liability £2,000,000 Nil 3 Has or has had any medical condition still requiring periodic review. Legal Expenses £25,000 Nil 4 Is awaiting any tests, treatment, investigation, referral or the results of these. Mediscreen’s office hours are 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays. SIGNIFICANT OR UNUSUAL LIMITATIONS OR WHAT IS NOT COVERED You must notify Mediscreen immediately of any changes in medical circumstances arising 1 The cover under this policy is only available to UK residents for travel to and from the UK between the date the policy is issued and the time of departure for the trip. You may have to and repatriation will be to the UK only. pay an additional premium to cover your medical conditions. This applies to all destinations 2 Cover is only available for the whole duration of a booked trip to a maximum 70-consecutive including trips solely within the United Kingdom (being defined as England, Scotland, Wales, days and cover cannot be purchased once a trip has already begun. Northern Ireland and the Isles of Scilly). 3 The excess amount deductible from a claim applies to each and every claim, per incident Examples of these and other conditions and exclusions are contained within the policy claimed for, under certain sections by each insured person. wording, a specimen copy of which is available upon request. If after purchasing a policy from us should you find it does not meet your requirements, you have 14 days from the date of 4 If your money, valuables, any items of baggage, your passport or visa are lost or stolen, receipt of the policy documents to cancel the policy. you must notify the local police within 24-hours of discovery or as soon as possible thereafter. Please make sure you get a copy of the police report. Failure to comply may F.Hunt (Coach Hire) Limited trading as Hunts Coaches is an Appointed Representative of ITC result in your claim being rejected or the amount of any relevant claim reduced. Compliance Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their firm reference is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts.

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YOUR CONTRACT WITH F.HUNT (COACH HIRE) LTD Please read the following information carefully as it forms your contract with us

PAYING FOR YOUR HOLIDAY CARRIAGE OF WHEELCHAIR AND SCOOTERS A non refundable deposit of £40 per person unless otherwise stated is required at the time Our policy is to assist with the handling of fold up wheelchairs for those who are disabled of booking (continental holidays may differ). The balance of your holiday must be paid at as far as possible, but we can only guarantee to carry lightweight foldable wheelchairs. Any least 8 weeks prior to departure and this due date is shown clearly on your invoice. However passengers wishing to take wheelchairs should advise us for your intention prior to booking with continental holidays your balance may be due earlier than 8 weeks to departure. Please and check the suitability of the holiday. Passengers taking wheelchairs must be able to check your confirmation documents if you are unsure. Please note no reminders are given. If a assemble/dismantle their own wheelchair or be travelling with someone who can do this for balance is not paid in time we reserve the right to cancel the booking and retain the deposit to them. Unfortunately due to health and safety, we are no longer able to accept electric scooters. cover our losses.

PICK UP POINTS CANCELLING YOUR HOLIDAY You are responsible for ensuring that you are at the correct departure point, at the correct time, Should you feel it’s necessary to cancel your holiday you must notify us as soon as possible with the correct documents and cannot be held responsible for any loss or expense suffered by either in writing or by telephone or in person at our travel office in Alford. You will have to pay passengers due to their late arrival. cancellation charges as set out below to cover our estimated loss resulting from cancellation. If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your holiday insurance policy you may be able to reclaim these charges, please note an excess does apply. ITINERARIES On occasions it may be necessary to alter the order of excursions due to unforeseen circumstances. We reserve the right to do so and your understanding is appreciated. Included CANCELLATION OCCURING CANCELLATION CHARGE excursions and entry fees are detailed on the relevant page and refunds will not be given for AS A % OF THE HOLIDAY COST any excursion not taken. Admission fees to buildings, grounds etc are not included in the 56 Days before departure Loss of deposit holiday price unless stated. Some excursion itineraries include the use of and other forms of transport which can be affected by inclement weather and other factors beyond our 55-14 Days before departure 50% control and in such instance may have to be cancelled or rescheduled. 13 Days or less 100%

PASSPORTS CHANGES TO YOUR HOLIDAY All British citizens travelling outside the UK to Southern Ireland, The Channel Islands, and The arrangements to your holiday have been made months in advance and sometimes changes by either a chartered cruise or by flight must have a full valid UK passport. The name on the to your holiday are unavoidable and we reserve the right to make them. Any alterations passport must match the name situated on the travel documents. In most cases your passport are likely to be minor but may include alterations to the departure date, the itinerary or the must be valid for 6 months from your return date home. advertised hotel. The price of your holiday is subject to surcharges,which may include those resulting from fuel, loss in currency conversion, government legislation and VAT. In all cases we reserve the right to pass these amounts on in full. In such an instance we would endeavour SPECIAL REQUESTS to inform you as soon as possible and use our discretion with regard to ‘significant’ changes. When making your booking please inform us of any requests you may have and we will do our best to ensure they are met. However we must emphasise that we cannot make any guarantees. Please also note that some requests, for example sea views may include a supplement from IF WE CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY the hotel. Clearly we need minimum numbers to operate a tour. In the event that we do not receive sufficient bookings to run a tour we reserve the right to cancel your holiday. All money paid to us will be refunded in full and a suitable alternative will be offered. Compensation will be paid MAKING A COMPLAINT as detailed in the table below. If you have a complaint whilst on tour please inform in the first instance your driver immediately who will do their best to solve the problem. If you are still unhappy then call the travel office on 01507-463000 and we will do our best to put things right. If you are PERIOD BEFORE DEPARTURE WITHIN WHICH CANCELLATION IS NOTIFIED TO YOU still not satisfied on return you must notify us in writing within 14 days of the completion More than 28 days Nil of the tour. Failure to establish a complaint in accordance with the above procedure may affect the outcome of it. Whilst we endeavour to ensure that all the information contained in 28-15 days £5.00 per person our holiday brochure is accurate we cannot be held responsible for any omissions or errors 14-8 days £10.00 per person included within it. 7-0 days £15 per person

PASSENGER BEHAVIOUR We want all of our passengers to have a happy and carefree holiday. We reserve the right to terminate a clients booking in the event of unreasonable conduct which in our opinion is likely to cause damage, distress, or danger or annoyance to any other clients, employees or third parties. If you are prevented from travelling or continuing your tour by such termination our responsibility to you ceases and we will be under no obligation for any refund, compensation, or loss you may incur.

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GROUP COACH HIRE WITH F.HUNT (COACH HIRE) LTD

GROUP HOLIDAYS COACH HIRE From a day trip to a tour, if your group wants to go anywhere, let Hunts Coaches help you Whoever it is that you’re looking to transport- from a day trip for your school or party, to a make it a trip to remember. group holiday, Hunts Coaches can provide a package that is right for you. Hunts Coaches have a team of experienced travel consultants who cannot only take away the We have a range of vehicles from 8-78 seats, from mini buses and luxury coaches and double hassle of organising a group holiday or excursion but can also save you money too. decker buses, and combined with our smart uniformed drivers we offer prompt and courteous service ensuring your passengers are moved in safety and comfort. We can cater for groups of all sizes and the more who travel the more you can save. Our 49/30 seater executive vehicles offer air conditioning, tinted windows, reclining seats with AN ITINERARY TO SUIT ALL arm and foot rests, toilet and washroom facilities, DVD players by request, drinks machine, fridge and a PA System. From weekends to London, themed breaks or specific visits to a venue of your choice, we can help you organise everything. The world really is your oyster. We offer coach holidays Hunts coaches take safety seriously – all our vehicles are maintained to the highest standards to the UK or worldwide destinations and excursions to any venue or show (if they will allow by our team of onsite mechanics, regardless of cost. group bookings). We are confident we can arrange the holiday that is perfect for you and the Should a vehicle suffer an issue we can have a solution in place quickly and seamlessly no members of your group, no matter what your interests may be. matter where we are in the UK or overseas. Hunts Coaches are members of BUSK (an organisation promoting safe travel for young people) WELCOME ABOARD - YOU’RE IN SAFE HANDS and CPT (Confederation of passenger Transport) both organisations check regularly that we Many groups and clubs already plan their holidays with Hunts Coaches. Our staff are always on comply to the high safety standards required to be members. hand to help you whilst you are away too, and our experienced tour drivers will ensure you and Remember when ringing round for coach hire please bear in mind that at Hunts we operate a your group are looked after from the moment you are collected, till you arrive home. modern fleet of coaches, fitted with the latest tracking facilities, safety devices and features. As an organiser of a trip you are responsible for ensuring that safety has been a major FINANCIAL SECURITY consideration in your decision making process. All of our holidays are fully bonded and comply with the EC directive on package holidays so We appreciate that price is always going to be a factor in making your final choice, however you can be assured that your groups money is in safeguarded at all times – another reason to it really shouldn’t be the primary one. You may find that prices vary considerably, but we ask travel with Hunts Coaches that you make sure you are comparing the entire proposition, not just the price, when making enquiries and comparisons between us and other coach hire providers. We can also help you CONTACT THE TEAM with any risk assessments and any other advice you may need in planning your trip. If you are interested in letting Hunts Coaches arrange a holiday/excursion for your group please contact the office on 01507-463000 or email [email protected] Or alternatively go through our website at www.hunts-coaches.co.uk

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2018 EXCURSIONS

Derby Dales Hodsock Whitby York

DATE DESTINATION DESCRIPTION ADULT CHILD OAP

Wed 10th Jan York SPECIAL OFFER!! Our monthly excursion to this amazing city with an added bonus of being only £10 £10 £10 £10 per person.

Sat 10th Feb Hull Shopper A great start to the school holidays with a shopping trip to Hull, 2017 City of Culture. £14 £9.75 £14

Hull & The Deep Home to spectacular sharks, rays and over 3500 fish, The Deep is an award £24 £17.75 £23 winning attraction. Combined with leisure time in the City of Hull. CONBINED TOUR Wed 14th Feb York SPECIAL OFFER!! Our monthly excursion to this amazing city with an added bonus of being only £10 £10 £10 £10 per person.

Fri 16th Feb Lincoln A visit to the historic City of Lincoln, go shopping in the many big high street shops £11 £9.50 £11 or visit the castle, so much to do in this beautiful City.

Sat 17th Feb The Emmerdale Studio Step into the exciting world behind the scenes of Emmerdale. See the props £40 £38 £40 Tour Leeds and costumes, have a souvenir photo taken from behind the bar at the Woolpack, or treat yourself to some exclusive Emmerdale merchandise.

Sat 24th Feb Meadowhall & Ikea This amazing special offer trip gives you the chance of either visiting Meadowhall £10 £10 £10 SheffieldSPECIAL OFFER!! or the newly opened Sheffield Ikea for the day. Returns at 4pm.

Mon 26th Feb Hodsock Priory Arrive at the priory greeted by a nice hot drink before your guided tour of the £32.50 £32.50 £32.50 snowdrops, then a light lunch before an informative talk and your journey home.

Fri 2nd March Chesterfield Market Day A visit to the lovely town of Chesterfield to experience the characteristic market £16 £10.35 £16 full of contemporary and original stalls as well as the old favourites.

Sat 3rd March Cambridge An earlier excursion than our usual visit to Cambridge, enjoy some retail therapy £19 £13 £19 amidst the huge array of of independent shops or boutiques, or maybe visit the historic buildings and museums.

Sat 10th March The Band Starring The winners of ‘Let it shine 2017’ star in this story of the rise of Take That into £74.50 £70 £74.50 the winners of stardom, Matinee performance at the Hull New Theatre. Let it shine 2017

Sat 10th March Crufts Our yearly visit to this iconic event, check out the main ring where the toy and TBC TBC TBC utility breeds will show at their best.

Sun 11th March Mothers Day Excursion A trip to Doddington Hall for a vintage tea party. TBC TBC TBC

Weds 14th March York York is one of our passenger’s favourite destinations, from the Shambles to £19 £13 £15 the amazing museums, York has something for everyone.

Sun 18th March Hobbycrafts The NEC Birmingham is the venue for the Hobbycrafts exhibition, this also includes TBC TBC TBC entry into the Sewing for Pleasure, Cake international and Art materials live exhibitions. 4 for the price of 1

Fri 23rd March Stamford Market Day A shorter visit to the popular Georgian market town, return home 4pm. £15 £10 £15

Sat 24th March Ideal home show Whether you have a substantial project or want to add those finishing touches that TBC TBC TBC make a house a home, the UK’s biggest event is packed to the rafters with ideas, advice and products.

London Shopper Our first visit to the Capital City, with a drop off at Marble Arch close to the £29 £20 £29 CONBINED TOUR shopping centre of Oxford street.

Weds 4th April Leeds SPECIAL OFFER!! A packed day of shopping awaits you in Leeds which is becoming one of our £10 £10 £10 most popular destinations.

Thurs 5th April Warner Bros Studio A chance to visit the making of Harry Potter, from the enchanted forest to the £74 £66 £74 Date TBC Tour London Hogwarts Express and an option to try the Butterbeer, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

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Cambridge Scarborough Harry Potter World The Deep

DATE DESTINATION DESCRIPTION ADULT CHILD OAP

Sat 7th April Norwich Shopper At Norwich there’s something for everyone, spend at least 5 hours either shopping £19 £13 £19 in the impressive array of department stores and boutiques or enjoy some sightseeing.

Sun 8th April Cromer & Hunstanton Spend at least 2 hours in each of these two delightful Norfolk resorts, Hunstanton £20 £13.65 £20 offers Quaint Shops, Sealife centre or a relaxing stroll along the prom and Cromer with its famous pier and buildings date back to the medieval period, don’t forget to treat yourself to the Cromer crab, a delicacy of the region.

Monday 9th April Lincoln Shopper A visit to Lincoln with the added bonus of costing just £10 per adult. £10 £9.50 £10 SPECIAL OFFER!!

Weds 11th April York Our monthly excursion to this historic City. £19 £13 £15

Friday 13th April Whitby Whitby fish and chips are something not to be missed and at a special price £10 £10 £10 SPECIAL OFFER!! of just £10 per person!

Sat 14th April Hull Shopper A great end to the school holidays with a shopping trip to Hull, 2017 City of Culture. £14 £9.75 £14

Hull & The Deep Home to spectacular sharks, rays and over 3500 fish, The Deep is an award £24 £17.75 £23 winning attraction. Combined with leisure time in the City of Hull. CONBINED TOUR Sat 21st April NEW* Lichfield New to our itinerary Lichfield is a gem waiting to be discovered. Steeped in history, £25 £17 £25 this Cathedral City has lots of heritage and architecture for you to explore.

Mon 23rd April Derbyshire Dales Tour Bakewell, Matlock and Matlock Bath are your destinations for this excursion. £20 £14 £20 Always a popular tour year after year with our regular passengers.

Thurs 26th April Bridlington A visit to either one of these popular seaside resorts. Bridlington is easy to £19 £13 £15 or Scarborough explore on foot but some passengers may find Scarborough a little hilly. Please note there is a £1 supplement for Scarborough.

Sat 28th April Harrogate Shopper Visit this beautiful town with its boutiques and independent shops, well known £22 £15 £22 for Bettys Tea Rooms.

Sat 28th April Harrogate Spring Don’t miss the show that signifies the start of the season. Please note we are TBC TBC TBC Flower Show happy to carry any plants purchased.

Friday 4th May Doncaster Market Day Doncaster is a shoppers paradise, from independent shops to large retail stores, £16 £11 £16 and as an added bonus it’s market day.

Sat 5th May Whitby Enjoy one of our regular trips to this popular resort, maybe visit the Gothic £20 £13.65 £20 Whitby Abbey with its amazing views, or take a scenic tour on an open topped bus or maybe try a boat trip around the coast.

Wed 9th May York Our monthly excursion to this historic City. £19 £13 £15

Sat 12th May Baytree and Springfields We visit Baytree garden centre first, allowing you time to explore all the areas £14 £9.70 £14 the centre has to offer, then onto Springfields with big name retail outlets at discounted prices.

Mon 14th May Beverley There’s so much to do in this popular town, maybe browse the local £17 £13 £17 independent stores or try Flemingate, Beverley’s newest centre, home to many of the high street retailers. Return home at 4pm.

Sat 19th May NEW* Peaks A relaxed and unique shopping experience awaits you in the stunning countryside £16 £10.35 £16 shopping village of Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park.

Sat 26th May Bridlington A visit to either one of these popular seaside resorts. Bridlington is easy to explore £10 £10 £10 or Scarborough on foot but some passengers may find Scarborough a little hilly. SPECIAL OFFER!!

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2018 YEAR PLANNER

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SUNDAY 7 4 4 8 6 3

MONDAY 8 5 5 9 7 Bank Holiday 4

TUESDAY 9 6 6 10 8 5

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FRIDAY 12 9 9 13 11 8

SATURDAY 13 10 10 14 12 9

SUNDAY 14 11 11 15 13 10

MONDAY 15 12 12 16 14 11

TUESDAY 16 13 13 17 15 12

WEDNESDAY 17 14 14 18 16 13

THURSDAY 18 15 15 19 17 14

FRIDAY 19 16 16 20 18 15

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SUNDAY 21 18 18 22 20 17

MONDAY 22 19 19 23 21 18

TUESDAY 23 20 20 24 22 19

WEDNESDAY 24 21 21 25 23 20

THURSDAY 25 22 22 26 24 21

FRIDAY 26 23 23 27 25 22

SATURDAY 27 24 24 28 26 23

SUNDAY 28 25 25 29 27 24

MONDAY 29 26 26 30 28 Bank Holiday 25

TUESDAY 30 27 27 29 26

WEDNESDAY 31 28 28 30 27

THURSDAY 29 31 28

FRIDAY 30 Good Friday 29

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