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2010
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Mystery Weekend - 2 Day Tour
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SATURDAY 20TH - SUNDAY 21st MARCH 2010 |
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| Not sure which destination to choose? Let us decide for you. All we can tell you is that you are assured of our usual standard of accommodation with good food, friendly service and an interesting itinerary. All rooms are en-suite with TV. Should you wish to book more than one holiday we assure you that no two destinations are the same. | |
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Saturday 20th March Sunday 21st March |
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| The price of this weekend tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, one nights bed breakfast and evening meal. Twin/Double rooms at £85.00 per person. Single rooms at £100.00 per person. | |
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TORQUAY - THE ENGLISH RIVIERA - 6 DAY TOUR
TUESDAY 6TH APRIL - SUNDAY 11TH APRIL 2010 |
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| We return to the ever popular seaside town of Torquay, with its unique international flavour, the mild climate enhances the palm lined promenade leading to a bustling harbour with the luxury yachts giving it an almost Mediterranean feel. We shall be staying at the Kistor Hotel (AA***) Belgrave Road which is in a perfect level location, adjacent to the sea front and overlooking the bowling green. The hotel serves traditional home style cooked food, has live evening entertainment and a indoor pool complex with sauna and Jacuzzi. All bedrooms are en suite with bath & shower or walk-in shower, TV /radio alarm, tea /coffee making facilities, some ground floor rooms are available and a lift serves most floors. | |
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Tuesday 6th April Full Day Tour - to Teignmouth with all the attractions of a seaside town, including A Victorian pier, large open spaces with lawns and flower beds and a working harbour. Its then onto Exmouth , a beautiful resort with a 2 mile long seafront and stunning cliff walks. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Full Day Tour - To Plymouth where you will find a rich history and maritime heritage combined with all a modern city has to offer.
Sunday 11th April |
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| The price of this tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, 5 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal and evening entertainment. At £225.00 per person with no single room supplement. | |
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WINDSOR CASTLE ROYAL TATTOO - 2 DAY TOUR
FRIDAY 14TH MAY - SATURDAY 15TH MAY 2010 |
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| New for 2010 we make our first visit to The Windsor Castle Royal Tattoo, a celebration of the capabilities of today's forces through music and action, a packed programme of military acts, massed bands, pipes and drums culminating in a fantastic finale. Our base will be the modern 4 star Renaissance London Heathrow Hotel, which offers excellent service and comfortable soundproofed rooms, with TV , tea/coffee making facilities and hairdryer. | |
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Friday 14th May With everyone on board we make our way to the hotel arriving in time for lunch. After lunch with your bags safely deposited in your rooms the coach will take you to Windsor castle where you can browse the numerous stalls and shops and grab a bite to eat before the 8.30pm start of the Royal tattoo. After the show make your way back to the coach for the short journey to the hotel. Saturday 15th May Departing the hotel after a hearty cooked breakfast making our way to the historic City of Coventry steeped in history with an array of attractions and shops, continuing the homeward journey back to Lincolnshire. |
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| The cost of this break includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, 1 nights bed, breakfast and lunch and entry to the Tattoo. Twin/Double Rooms at £155.00 per person, Single rooms at £175.00 per person. | |
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SANDOWN, ISLE OF WIGHT - 6 DAYS
MONDAY 31st MAY - SATURDAY 5th JUNE 2010 |
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| The mild and sunny climate of this charming Island, together with the spectacular scenery, historic sights and golden beaches ensure people from all over the World return again and again. Sandown sits in the centre of Sandown Bay with its gently sloping sandy beaches that run right around the bay. Here you will find one of the few remaining Victorian piers, with amusements, fairground rides and magnificent views of the bay. The Ocean Hotel (**) is family run and is conveniently situated between the High Street and the Esplanade, overlooking the popular Sandown Bay, with its six mile stretch of glorious well groomed sand, access to which is only a few steps from the hotel gardens. The hotel offers you all the comforts you require for a peaceful and relaxing holiday. All rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, TV and Radio. All main floors are accessible by a lift, there is an outdoor heated pool, nightly evening entertainment and a games room with a full sized snooker table. Sea view rooms available at an extra supplement. | |
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Monday 31st May Travelling South we make our way to the Ferry Port with suitable refreshment stops along the way, boarding the afternoon ferry and onto Sandown. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, ferry crossing's, travel insurance and bonding and 5 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal. Twin/Double rooms at £310.00 per person. There is no Single supplement. Twin or Double Rooms with Sea View £22.00 per person extra. | |
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GARDENERS TREASURES - 3 DAY TOUR
SATURDAY 26TH JUNE - MONDAY 28TH JUNE 2010 |
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| A must for garden lovers, we will be visiting many delightful gardens chosen for their interest and diversity. A colourful mixture of flower and foliage. We will be based at the AA*** Tudor-style Guildford/Leatherhead hotel, set in landscaped, manicured gardens located in the peaceful Surrey countryside. All rooms are en-suite with colour TV and tea/coffee making facilities. | |
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Saturday 26th June With everyone safely on board, we make our way to the first of our destinations, AngleseyAbbey, a haven of peace and tranquillity where you will find Lord Fairhaven's collection of a landscaped and wildlife gardens and the picturesque Lode Mill. We then make our way to the hotel in time for the evening meal. Sunday 27th June Departing the hotel after breakfast we visit the beautiful rose and water gardens at Chartwell, the home of Winston Churchill, where you will also find an unrivalled collection of Churchill paintings, photographs and memorabilia. Its then onto Hever Castle, a romantic double moated 13th century castle where visitors can view the stunning topiary and wander through pergolas of roses, climbing shrubs and perennial planting in the magnificent Italian gardens. Monday 28th June Once again departing the hotel after breakfast we make our way to Wisley gardens with its huge plant collection including the finest flower collection, alpines, vegetables, fruit and bulbs as well as herbaceous and woody plants undoubtedly a world class garden. Unfortunately its then time to make our way homewards. |
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| The cost of this package includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, 2 nights Bed, Breakfast and Evening meal and entrance to all gardens. Twin/Double rooms at £180.00 per person. Single rooms at £212.00 per person. | |
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SWANSEA BAY - SOUTH WALES - 5 DAY TOUR
SUNDAY 25TH JULY - THURSDAY 29TH JULY 2010 |
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| The glorious Gower Peninsula has one of the most captivating coastlines in Wales with mile after mile of unspoilt panoramas, golden beaches and lush, rolling countryside. A warm Welsh welcome awaits you at our base the *** Aberavon Beach Hotel which offers a lovely seafront location overlooking the beautiful Swansea Bay, all rooms en-suite with colour TV, telephone, hair dryer and tea/coffee trays, there is a lift, Sauna, Jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool. | |
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Saturday 25th July With everyone safely on board we make our way to the hotel with suitable comfort Full Day tour - Travelling around the stunning Gower peninsular, with its breathtakingly beautiful bays, to Cardiff, the capital city of Wales, where you will find unique attractions, historical buildings, including the famous 2000 year old Castle, acres of peaceful parkland and the beautiful Bay with its own attractions to explore and perhaps a boat trip around the bay. Thursday 29th July Departing the hotel after breakfast we make our way back to Lincolnshire with suitable refreshment stops en-route. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, insurance and bonding, 4 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal, Twin/Double rooms at £285.00 per person. Single Rooms at £315.00 per person. | |
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TATTON PARK FLOWER SHOW - 2 DAY TOUR
SATURDAY 24TH JULY -SUNDAY 25TH JULY 2010 |
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| A delightful 2 day break taking in the historic Tatton Park, set in the stunning Cheshire countryside, the North West's most popular heritage site. We will be staying at the impressive, new Ramada Salford Quays hotel which occupies a great dock side location all rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and colour TV. | |
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Saturday 24th July With everyone on board we make our way Westward with a picturesque tour across the beautiful High Peaks to Jodrell Bank Visitor centre, home to the world famous Lovell Radio Telescope And observatory. Its then onto our hotel in time for the evening Meal. Sunday 25th July Departing from the hotel after breakfast we make our way to Tatton Park flower show, A sensational show exploding with dazzling colours and bright ideas where emerging designers create sensational show gardens providing an abundance of ideas for you to take home. We then board the coach for the journey back to Lincolnshire. |
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| The cost of this week end break includes 1 night bed, breakfast and evening meal, travel insurance and bonding, all coach travel and entry to Tatton Park. Twin/Double rooms £122.00 per person. Single rooms at £142.00 per person. | |
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BOURNEMOUTH - 5 DAY TOUR
UNDAY 8TH AUGUST - THURSDAY 12TH AUGUST 2010 |
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| The Sunshine Coastal resort of Bournemouth is beautifully built among pine woods and sheltered by chalk cliffs which makes it one of the premier holiday destinations in the country. There are two thousand acres of colourful parks and gardens, seven glorious miles of sandy beaches and two piers. The privately owned Marsham Court Hotel (***) has an excellent location on the East Cliff overlooking Bournemouth's pier and golden sandy beach, with stunning sea views over the bay, the outdoor heated pool is on the south facing sunny terrace in gardens with super sea views. All bedrooms are fully en- suite with TV / radio, hospitality tray and hairdryer, many rooms have fabulous sea views and balconies. (for an extra supplement) A lift serves all floors, evening entertainments is offered on two evenings. | |
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Sunday 8th August A comfortable coach journey takes you to the South Coast, arriving in Bournemouth by late afternoon with suitable refreshment stops as required. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Full Day Tour - to Weymouth, selected as the venue for the yachting events of the 2010 Olympic Games, with a drive across the 'Chisel Causeway' to the Isle of Portland. Thursday 12th August Boarding the coach after breakfast we make our way homeward, with suitable refreshment stops en - route. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding and 4 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal. Twin/Double rooms at £295.00 per person. Single rooms at £345.00. Twin or Double Rooms with Sea View £20.00 per person extra | |
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SKIPTON, NORTH YORKSHIRE - 3 DAY TOUR
TUESDAY 24TH AUGUST - THURSDAY 26TH AUGUST 2010 |
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| From the rolling landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, to the brooding moors of Bronte Country, you'll explore the very heart of scenic Yorkshire with this popular midweek break. We shall be staying at the Rendezvous Hotel( *** ), a family run, Classic British Hotel on the outskirts of the delightful town of Skipton, gateway to the Dales. The restaurant has a beautiful canal side location with sweeping views of the hills and dales. All bedrooms are en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer and TV, enjoy the use of the hotels Indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room. There is a lift to all floors. | |
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Tuesdday 24th August Once everyone is safely on board, we make our way to North Yorkshire via Otley,(home of Heartbeats police station), Ilkley (Emmerdales town of Hotton) and the beautiful Bolton Abbey. Wednesday 25th Agust Thursday 26th August Boarding the coach after breakfast we return to Lincolnshire via Grassington and Stump Cross Caverns where you will find a teashop and have the opportunity of an optional visit to the caverns, then on through Pately Bridge and Ripon back to Boston. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, insurance and bonding, 2 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal, Twin/Double rooms at £155.00 per person. Single Rooms at £175.00 per person.. | |
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LOCH LOMOND AND THE TROSSACHS - 6 DAY TOUR
SUNDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER - FRIDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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| This delightful scenic tour is set amid the outstanding natural beauty of the Trossachs, taking in wild hills, sparkling lochs and breathtaking scenery. Based at the ***Salutation Hotel ideally situated in the centre of the historic city of Perth. All rooms have en-suite facilities, TV, telephone and hospitality tray. The hotel has a lift. | |
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Sunday 5th September With everyone safely on board we make our way northwards, taking suitable comfort stops en-route and arriving at the hotel in time for the evening meal. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Full day tour - To Loch Lomond the worlds most famous loch, renowned for its beauty and tranquillity. We then travel onto Helensburgh, where you will experience fantastic views over the bay flanked by the wooded peninsular of Ardmore and Rosneath. Full Day Tour - Drivers choice to local places of interest Full Day Tour - Taking in the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, lochs and glens of the Trossachs, a chance perhaps to take a ride on Loch Katrine aboard the steam ship Sir Walter Scott. Day at leisure - time to discover the culture and heritage of the wonderful city of Perth. Friday 10th September Departing the hotel after a hearty cooked breakfast we make our way homewards, taking suitable comfort stops along the way. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, 5 nights dinner, bed and breakfast. Twin/Double rooms at £325.00 per person. Single rooms at £355.00 | |
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AUTUMN MYSTERY TOUR - 2 DAYS
SATURDAY 9th - SUNDAY 10TH OCTOBER 2010 |
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| If it's a bargain breakaway you are looking for, try our final mystery tour of the year. As summer turns into Autumn, simply book the tour and leave the rest to us. Taking in the ever changing colours the month of October has to offer, no one will know the final destination until you arrive, however we assure you of our usual standard of accommodation and service with en-suite rooms and fine food. | |
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Saturday 9th October Pick up from local points followed by a comfortable ride on our luxury coach to your mystery destination before continuing to your hotel for your evening meal. Sunday 10th October Departing from the hotel after a full cooked breakfast to make your way to the final surprise before making your way back home. |
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| This tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, one nights bed, breakfast and evening meal. Twin/Double Rooms at £90.00 per person, Single Rooms at £105.00 per person. | |
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BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS - 5 DAY TOUR
MONDAY 25th OCTOBER - FRIDAY 29th OCTOBER 2010 |
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| As the summer season draws to an end Blackpool comes alive with the lights and colour of the "Greatest free light show on earth". Visitors, young and old, return year after year to experience this dazzling ever changing display and experience the wide variety of entertainment on offer. Our base, the family run Adelaide House Hotel, is situated just behind the famous Tower, within easy reach of the promenade with all its amenities. This friendly Hotel, which we have visited annually for over 30 years, offers comfortable en-suite rooms and first class freshly cooked meals in a relaxed atmosphere. All rooms have a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Regular entertainment is provided and there is a lift to all floors. | |
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Monday 25th October Once everyone is safely on board, we make our way to Blackpool with suitable refreshment stops en-route. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS An evening drive through the illuminations Full Day - A scenic drive to the beautiful Lake District, taking in breathtaking Mountain views, idyllic villages and glittering lakes. Half day - Mystery tour Friday 29th October Departing from Blackpool mid morning to make our way back to Boston, with a short break en-route. |
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| The cost of this package includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, 4 nights Bed, Breakfast and Evening Meal. Twin/Double rooms £230.00 per person. Single rooms £240.00 per person. | |
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SCARBOROUGH - TURKEY & TINSEL - 5 DAY TOUR
MONDAY 22ND NOVEMBER - FRIDAY 26TH NOVEMBER 2010 |
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| According to some, Christmas comes but once a year but this is the first of three festive breaks, each will provide a fantastic opportunity to enjoy all the fun of Christmas and New Year but without any of the work. Scarborough enjoys a setting unsurpassed for scenic beauty, bounded by the North Yorkshire Moors and the rolling pastures of the Yorkshire Wolds. The Royal Hotel(***) is located in the heart of Scarborough, overlooking the beautiful South Bay, you will be impressed by its renowned Regency central staircase. All bedrooms are fully en-suite with tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer and TV. There is a leisure club with a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym, and a lift to all floors. The hotel is within easy reach of all the town's attractions, including the beach and shops. | |
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Monday 22nd November A leisurely drive up through Lincolnshire, with a suitable refreshment stop en-route. Arriving in time for a pre-dinner drink. Evening entertainment follows your meal. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Full Day - to the premier tourist resort of York with its magnificent Minster and many city centre attractions, why not visit The Shambles or National Railway Museum. Friday 26th November |
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| The cost of this package includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding and 4 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal and all festivities and entertainment. Twin/Double rooms at £256.00 per person, Single rooms at £276.00 per person. | |
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LLANDUDNO - HOLLY & MISTLETOE - 5 DAY TOUR
5 DAY TOUR FRIDAY 3RD DECEMBER to TUESDAY 7TH DECEMBER 2010 |
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| Celebrate your early Christmas with friends old and new, at our most popular festive destination, the family run Tynedale hotel***, where you will be sure to receive a warm welcome and a plentiful supply of delicious food, nightly entertainment and a fantastic 4 days of festive fun. Ideally situated on the central promenade overlooking the bay and close to all amenities, all rooms have en-suite facilities and most are accessed by a lift. | |
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Friday 3rd Dec. Travel to Llandudno with suitable refreshment stops en-route. On arrival you can relax over afternoon tea with hot mince pies then there's time to freshen up before the festive sherry reception (with canapes), then its into the dining room for the fabulous five course dinner with party hats and streamers, followed by the evening cabaret and if your still peckish, the late night buffet INCLUDED EXCURSIONS. You may want to bring along your fancy dress outfit The two day tours will be short and varied to allow plenty of time to enjoy the hotels festive activities. Tuesday 7th Dec |
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| The price of this tour includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, all festivities and entertainment, 4 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal at £262.00 per person, there is a limited number of single rooms with no supplement. Superior twin rooms available at an extra supplement of £25.00 per person. Superior Single room at an extra supplement of £60.00 per person | |
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WARNERS - NIDD HALL, HARROGATE - TURKEY & TINSEL - 5 DAY TOUR
MONDAY 13TH DECEMBER to Friday 17th DECEMBER |
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| Can't wait for Christmas or just fancy a break from all the preparations, while you sit back and enjoy mince pies, mulled wine and carols someone else prepares the Christmas dinner and "New Years Eve" party. Warners Nidd - Hall, set in 45 acres of Victorian gardens is the perfect place for your festive break. You can also enjoy the many indoor facilities including heated pool and spa, sauna, steam room and fitness studio, health & beauty therapies, pool table, snooker, darts and table tennis, plus a host of outdoor activities, weather permitting. All rooms are en-suite with TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. | |
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Monday 13th December Relax and enjoy a comfortable journey to the impressive grade Two listed building, Nidd Hall which is situated a few miles out of Harrogate, calling for suitable refreshment stops en - route. INCLUDED EXCURSIONS Full day tour - to the historic City of York
Friday 17th December |
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| The price of this holiday includes all coach travel, travel insurance and bonding, all Christmas festivities and 4 nights dinner, bed and breakfast. Double/Twin rooms at £298.00 per person. There is no single room supplement. | |
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CHRISTMAS IN STAFFORDSHIRE - 5 DAY TOUR
FRIDAY 24TH DECEMBER - TUESDAY 28TH DECEMBER 2010 |
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| The traditional season of friendship and goodwill. Our festive break is carefully chosen for you to enjoy all the fun and festivities without the planning and hard work, we will take care of all the preparation for you so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the holiday. Our base, the *** Ramada Newton Park Hotel, is a grade 2 listed, 18th century, Italian style Country manor, standing in 8 acres of grounds in the Staffordshire countryside. All rooms are en-suite with flat screen TV and drinks tray. The hotel has a lift and ground floor rooms are available. | |
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Friday 24th December Departing from local pick up points we make our way to the hotel where there will
be time to freshen up before your candle lit evening meal, followed by a festive quiz.
All guests are invited to the local church to attend midnight mass if you wish, hot
chocolate and mince pies will be waiting for you on your return. Saturday 25th December After a hearty cooked breakfast there will be free time before the traditional Christmas lunch, followed by a competition, Queens speech and a visit from Santa. In the evening there will be a hot & Cold buffet dinner followed by live entertainment. Sunday 26th December After the traditional cooked breakfast there will be free time to make use of the hotels
facilities before a buffet lunch, followed by the Boxing day Panto. In the Evening the
four course candle lit dinner is followed by a race night. Monday 27th December Full day tour to local places of interest Tuesday 28th December After breakfast we bid a fond farewell to our hosts and begin the journey homewards, calling for lunch en-route before arriving back in Boston by late afternoon. |
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| The cost of this tour includes all coach travel, insurance and bonding, 4 nights bed, breakfast and evening meal plus 2 lunches, all festivities and entertainment. Twin/double rooms at £395.00per person. Single rooms at £445.00 per person. | |
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For the 2010 season D & J Dickinson are proud to announce that on most of our holidays and day tours we will be operating our new coach. This offers the added benefit of on board toilet, hot and cold drinks, full air suspension, reclining seats, seatbelts and all the very latest safety devises a modern coach can offer. All holidays will again commence pick up at Richmond Drive Coach Park, Skegness, en-route to Boston via A52. Car Parking facilities are available at our Wrangle Depot. All our uniformed drivers have been trained to provide an excellent and professional service to all customers and all vehicles are maintained in our own workshops by our own trained staff to the very best of Department of Transport Standards. We look forward to welcoming all clients new and old throughout 2010. Don & Joyce Dickinson |
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