LEEDS SHOPPER Sat 10th March Come to Leeds and visit the famous Victorian Arcades, Shopping Malls, the famous Kirkgate Market and Harvey Nichols which are all excellent for shopping. This day out can be enjoyed by all ages. Return 1630 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Adult 16 SETTLE TO CARLISLE RAILWAY Tue 13th March Settle is an attractive old world town and it is from here that we travel on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway line. Today s journey will take you, on a diesel train, through the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales and over the Ribblehead Viaduct to the capital of Cumbria Carlisle, where you can visit the Cathedral, the Castle or the Tullie House Museum before taking the return train journey back to Settle to re-join the coach and head for home. Home approx 1900 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Everyone 32.50
MARMALADE MADNESS! DALEMAIN HOUSE AND PENRITH FOR THE MARMALADE FESTIVAL - NEW TRIP Sat 17th March Today the annual Marmalade Festival is held at Dalemain House, Penrith. The ground floor rooms of the house will showcase marmalades from around the world along with all manner of things to see and do, and the upstairs rooms of the house are also open for viewing as are the gardens. After time here we go into Penrith for a short while, where the marmalade madness continues with a marmalade street market and festival. Return 1630 hrs. Includes entry to Dalemain House and gardens. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Everyone 23.50 TRENTHAM ESTATE - NEW TRIP Sun 18th March Trentham Estate in Staffordshire has much to offer and is one of the top UK visitor destinations. There is the Shopping Village or Trentham Home and Garden Centre or Trentham Gardens themselves (admission extra) where you will find the formal Italian gardens with fabulous planting, a boating lake, miniature railway and lots of other attractions. Return 1630 hrs. 1000 Pick up See Ref K Adult 17
JUDITH MARY CANAL BOAT WITH HOT POT LUNCH AND APPLE PIE Wed 21st March This trip is back by popular demand; first we have a short time in Buxton to look around and stretch your legs. We then board the Judith Mary Canal Boat where you ll enjoy 2 hrs of peaceful cruising through the first section of the Upper Peak Forest Canal built in 1800 and overlooks the valley of the River Goyt. Whilst onboard you will be served a delicious hot pot lunch, followed by hot apple pie and cream. Home approx 1730 hrs. Limited places available so don t delay. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Everyone 36.50 STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Sat 24th March Set on the banks of the River Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon is a charming olde English town with many attractions. Famously known as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, this delightful town is a pleasure to visit. Return 1700 hrs. Restricted pick-ups. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 21 Child 16 LAKE DISTRICT VISIT Sun 25th March Today we travel to Windermere where you can either visit the Lakeland homeware shop or browse the independent shops on the high street and visit one of the many cafes, before we continue into Bowness for the rest of the afternoon. Return 1630 hrs. 1000 Pick up See Ref D Adult 17
BAKEWELL Mon 26th March Today we visit Bakewell, the largest market in the Derbyshire Dales. Bakewell market occupies two sites and has 162 regular stalls. The stall market dates from the 1920 s, although markets and fairs have been held in Bakewell since the 1300 s. Don t forget your Bakewell tarts! Return 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 16.50 Child 12 GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND TRAINING CENTRE FOR A GUIDED TOUR & ENA MILL Tue 27th March Today we enjoy a fascinating insight into the work of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association at their Atherton Training School. We are shown how these wonderful dogs are trained and see the excellent training facilities. We then travel on to Ena Mill where you can shop for hundreds of wellknown brands on the ground floor setting. Tour at the Guide Dog Centre is free but donations are welcome. Home approx 1700 hrs. (Limited Availability) 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 15 EMMERDALE STUDIO EXPERIENCE AND OTLEY Wed 28th March Today we take the scenic route to Leeds stopping at a garden centre in Otley (Hotten in the TV series) for a tea/coffee stop (not included) before continuing to our Studio Tour in Leeds. After the guided tour you ll have the opportunity to have a souvenir photo behind the bar at the Woolpack, shop for Emmerdale merchandise or enjoy a cuppa in the cafe. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Everyone 35.75
BOUNDARY MILL - NEW SEASON LAUNCH Thur 29th March Today you can see the new season s fashions and trends all under one roof at one of the UK s largest mill stores. There s something for everyone with branded clothing and homeware at fantastic discount prices and when it s time for a break from shopping there s a choice of onsite eateries for refreshments. Return 1530 hrs. 1000 Pick up See Ref D Everyone 15 CHESTER CITY OR CHESTER ZOO OR CHESHIRE OAKS Fri 30th March - GOOD FRIDAY The choice is yours. A chance to visit this historic Roman city which has plenty to offer. The city is compact enough to walk around with ease and the unique two tiered rows will make your shopping experience even more enjoyable. Or visit the Zoo, the UK s most visited zoo with over 15000 animals and 500 different species. Or visit Cheshire Oaks where you can shop for designer labels at discount prices. Coach only. Return City 1630 hrs; Zoo 1700 hrs; Cheshire Oaks 1715 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 16 Child 12.50
LLANGOLLEN FOR A TRIP ON LLANGOLLEN RAILWAY AND CANAL BOAT TRIP Sat 31st March - EASTER SATURDAY For this popular excursion we travel to North Wales for a trip with a difference. We travel via the scenic Horseshoe Pass to Llangollen. We have time for lunch (not included) before we enjoy a trip on the Llangollen Railway through eight miles of beautiful Welsh scenery. We then board a boat for a sail on the Llangollen canal. Rail and boat ride included. Home approx 1830 hrs. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Everyone 32.50 CRICH TRAMWAY VILLAGE 1940 S WEEKEND - NEW TRIP Sun 1st April - EASTER SUNDAY Step back in time to 1940 s Home Front Britain as the Village is transformed to the WWII era where wartime and military vehicles will be on the move along with the vintage trams (visitors can ride the trams as often as they like during the visit). There are many more period attractions on offer along with singing and music in the bandstand. Return 1700 hrs. Entrance included. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Adult 29.50 Child 20
WHITBY - BOOK EARLY WILL BE A SELL OUT Mon 2nd April - EASTER MONDAY A classic favourite today as we visit the town where navigator Captain Cook first learnt the art of seamanship. Having a unique old world charm, for centuries Whitby has provided a safe haven for shipping and local fleets, and some of the best fish and chips around. Return 1700 hrs. Restricted pick-ups. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 20 LLANDUDNO Tue 3rd April The Queen of Welsh resorts; enjoy time at this picturesque seaside town and take a stroll down the elegant Victorian Promenade or sample some of the many shops and tea rooms. Return 1700 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Adult 18 KNOWSLEY SAFARI PARK Wed 4th April For an amazing wild day out, come face to face with the great outdoors on your 5 mile safari drive including lions, tigers and many more. There is also a sea lion show, amusement park rides, a bug house with snakes and lizards, a children s lake farm with goats, lambs and cattle plus much more. Return 1600 hrs. Price includes entrance. (Please note we do not drive through the baboon enclosure, but you can book yourself onto Knowsley s Baboon Bus on the day at an additional cost.) 1000 Pick up See Ref K Adult 27 Child 20
KIRKBY LONSDALE MARKET & SETTLE Thur 5th April Kirkby Lonsdale is a picturesque Cumbrian town and retains much of its age-old appeal with a 21st-century twist. The splendid historic buildings that line the quaint streets and squares hold an impressive range of independent shops and cafes which offer a unique experience that s increasingly difficult to find on the modern high street. Returning home we have a beautiful ride via the Yorkshire Dales National Park calling at Settle and then homeward via Long Preston. Home approx. 1800 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref C Adult 17 PORT SUNLIGHT VILLAGE FOR A GUIDED TOUR Fri 6th April This lovely 19th century garden village awaits you today. William Hesketh Lever built this for his soap factory workers and the houses are renowned for the architectural detail. A guided tour of the village and entrance to the museum is included. Home approx 1730 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 23.50 TERRACOTTA WARRIORS EXHIBITION, LIVERPOOL Sat 7th April For description see 13th Feb 0900 Pick up See Ref I Adult 32 Child 14-17 22 Child 6-13 20
SPINGTIME IN THE LAKES Sun 8th April Today we travel to the beautiful county of Cumbria, Penrith and the very top of the Lake District, Keswick. Nestled between the Skiddaw mountains and Derwent Water, Keswick has a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. After time here we leave Keswick and take in the stunning display of spring daffodils as we travel alongside Thirlmere to Bowness-on-Windermere for the remainder of the afternoon. Return 1700 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Adult 23 DEWSBURY MARKET & BATLEY MILL Wed 11th April The largest and most renowned open market in Yorkshire, Dewsbury s famous open market boasts over 300 bustling stalls. Meander through the aisles and you can be sure to find almost everything you need and many things you never knew you needed. From here, we take you to the shopping experience that is Batley Mill. Return 1530 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 16.50 BLACKPOOL OR CLEVELEYS Fri 13th April The choice is yours; you can spend the day in Blackpool or travel on to Cleveleys. Return Cleveleys 1600 hrs, Blackpool 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref C Blackpool Adult 14 Cleveleys Adult 15
YORK AND A SAIL ON THE RIVER OUSE Sat 14th April Join us today for our journey to York and a 45 minute sail on the River Ouse. The York City Cruise enables you to admire the scenery from the comfort of the enclosed saloon or open top deck. Take home fascinating facts on the incredible history of York and its river from the live commentary delivered by the local and knowledgeable skippers. Afterwards you will have free time in York to explore some of the sights it has to offer. Return 1730 hrs. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 26 PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK SPRING TOUR Sun 15th April Today s first stop is the fabulously refurbished Brookside Garden Centre where you will have time to see the fantastic range of spring plants, shrubs and gardening essentials. There is also a Craft Shop in store, a large range of gifts and homewares to browse and a cafe for refreshments. From here we travel via Buxton, Miller s Dale, Tideswell and Little Hucklow to Castleton. This outstandingly pretty village is situated at the head of the lovely Vale of Hope, in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District National Park. Return 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 19
SKIPTON ON MARKET DAY AND THE KEIGHLEY AND WORTH VALLEY RAILWAY TO HAWORTH Sat 21st April We first head to Skipton where time is allowed to enjoy the shopping and to get some lunch before we make our way to Keighley for an afternoon steam train service along the scenic route to Haworth. Home approx 1830 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Adult 23 Child 17 SOUTHPORT & ANTHONY GORMLEY STATUES AT CROSBY - NEW TRIP Sun 22nd April Today we visit the beach at Crosby to see the famous Anthony Gormley statues which are life size cast iron figures spread out over the beach. We then make our way to Southport where you will have time to visit the shops on Lord Street or take a walk on the promenade. Return 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 19
CALDERDALE TOUR - HEBDEN BRIDGE ON MARKET DAY AND HALIFAX Thur 26th April We travel first to the popular tourist centre of Hebden Bridge on market day before continuing to Halifax, home of Borough Market Hall and an array of independent and high street shops. Return 1600 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref C Adult 17 HARROGATE FOR ITS SPRING FLOWER SHOW OR SHOPPING Sat 28th April The choice is yours, enjoy the floral town of Harrogate or enjoy the first national independent horticultural Spring Flower Show of the year at the Great Yorkshire showground. The show features 100 horticultural nurseries, floristry and flower arranging demonstrations along with craft, gift and food marquees. Return 1700 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Shopping: Adult 17.50 Flower Show: Everyone 36
CARTMEL & GRANGE-OVER-SANDS FOR THE PROM ART & CRAFT FAIR - NEW TRIP Sun 29th April Today we travel to the ancient village of Cartmel, famous not only for its racecourse and everyone s favourite Sticky Toffee Pudding, but there is the 12th century Cartmel Priory to visit and a variety of ancient and interesting shops, pubs and buildings around the village square. We then travel to Grange-over-Sands where the Prom Art showcases stall after stall of original art and crafts along the Victorian Promenade (weather permitting). Return 1600 hrs. 1000 Pick up See Ref D Adult 17 AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE AT THE MILL HOTEL CHESTER Sat 5th May - May day weekend We visit the city of Chester first where time will be allowed for you to discover all that Chester has to offer such as the remains of Chester Castle, spectacular scenery and ancient streets with plenty to see and do. At approx 1500 hrs we leave the city centre and head for the Mill Hotel where we board the restaurant cruiser for our Afternoon Tea cruise - reaching parts of Chester that other transport does not have the privilege to reach. During your 1 hour cruise you will have tea/coffee, a selection of sandwiches and cakes. Home approx 1830 hrs. Please note dress code is smart. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Everyone 28.50
EDINBURGH Sun 6th May - MAY DAY WEEKEND An early start, but well worth it to visit one of the best loved capital cities in the world. Take a walk down Princess Street with its wonderful shops or visit the magnificent Edinburgh Castle. Return 1700 hrs. Ask Office for picking-up times Everyone 27 LLANDUDNO VICTORIAN EXTRAVAGANZA & TRANSPORT FESTIVAL Mon 7th May - MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY Enjoy the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza as the town is packed full of steam engines and Victorian musical organs, vintage cars and costumes. For the day you can virtually travel back in time in this beautiful Victorian town. See Britain s best town criers battle it out, see people dressed as they were in Victorian days, find the jugglers and stilt walkers plus many more on the streets of Llandudno. Attractions that thrilled many years ago are still just as exciting and appealing as today. There s a Street Parade at 1:00pm each day and street entertainment the whole family will enjoy. Return 1700 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref I Adult 18 Child 13.50
CHESHIRE OAKS AND MARKS & SPENCERS Sat 12th May Cheshire Oaks has over 160 stores selling famous branded goods and designer labels at unbelievably good prices. Marks & Spencer at Cheshire Oaks is the second biggest M&S store in the world. This is the perfect place to do some serious shopping. Return 1700 hrs. 1000 Pick up See Ref K Adult 16 SCARBOROUGH Sun 13th May Known as the jewel in the Yorkshire Crown. A lovely day out in Britain s leading East Coast resort with two magnificent bays divided by headland on which are remains of an ancient castle. Return 1700 hrs. Restricted pick-ups. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 20 LEIGHTON HALL WITH CREAM TEA & BIRDS OF PREY AND BRIEF ENCOUNTER AT CARNFORTH STATION - NEW TRIP Wed 16th May Our first stop of the day is at Carnforth Station Heritage Centre where you ll be able to sit and have a cuppa (not included) in the Brief Encounter Refreshment Room. We then carry on our journey to Leighton Hall, the historic home of the Gillow family who are one of England s most famous furniture making families. Here we have a guided tour of the hall and enjoy a scrumptious cream tea. If you wish you can view the gardens before watching a stunning Birds of Prey demonstration (weather permitting). Return 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref C Everyone 29.50
HAWORTH 1940 S WEEKEND Sat 19th May Every springtime the village of Haworth, in the heart of West Yorkshire s Bronte country, steps back in time to the 1940 s. With locals and visitors getting togged up in 1940 s gear to enjoy a wide range of nostalgic events which usually include an RAF vintage plane flypast, a morale boosting visit from Sir Winston Churchill and even the Queen Mother, as well as swing, jive and lindy hop dancing performed in the streets. Return 1700 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref J Adult 17.50 Child 13 BOURTON-ON-THE-WATER Sun 20th May Plenty to see and do in this beautiful Cotswold Village which has the River Windrush running through it earning it the name of The Venice of the Cotswolds. It is serviced by many shops, antique shops, cafes and attractions; one of these being Birdland, an authentic zoo for birds with a remarkable collection of penguins and is also home to a huge variety of exotic birds. A day out with something for everyone. Restricted pick-ups on this trip. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 24
GRETNA GREEN AND GRETNA GATEWAY OUTLET VILLAGE - NEW TRIP Sat 26th May We journey north to Gretna Green, the wedding capital of the UK, where our first stop is the Scottish Gift Shop and Famous Blacksmiths Shop which has stood in Gretna since 1712 and is home of the Original Anvil. After time here we move on to Gretna Gateway Outlet Village - with 50 leading brand outlet stores you ll find quality items at much lower prices. Stores include M&S, Molton Brown, Nike, Clarks, Cadbury, Antler, Roman, Hotter and many, many more. Return 1630 hrs. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Adult 22 ON AND AROUND ULLSWATER Sun 27th May Today we travel via Penrith and Pooley Bridge for the cruise on Ullswater down to Glenridding where our coach awaits. Considered by many to be England s most beautiful lake, Ullswater s breathtaking scenery can be enjoyed whilst streaming along the lake. We then make our way to the pretty village of Ambleside for the remainder of the afternoon via Kirkstone Pass. Return 1730 hrs. Includes sail. 0900 Pick up See Ref B Adult 25 WHITBY - BOOK EARLY WILL BE A SELL OUT Mon 28th May - BANK HOLIDAY For description see 2nd April 0830 Pick up See Ref H Adult 20
EMMERDALE STUDIO EXPERIENCE AND OTLEY Mon 28th May - BANK HOLIDAY For description see 28th March 0900 Pick up See Ref B Everyone 35.75 CARTMEL RACES Mon 28th May - BANK HOLIDAY Cartmel Race Tracks Bank Holiday Festival is a popular day out for all. The Bank Monday Holiday meeting at Cartmel has a very long tradition for excellent family entertainment, exciting racing and great picnics. Choose from one of two enclosures - The Paddock (where the Grandstand is located) or The Course (where the fairground is located). Coach only. Return after last race. 1000 Pick up See Ref D Adult 16.50 Child 12 SETTLE MARKET & MORECAMBE Tue 29th May Set in the Yorkshire Dales at the gateway to Upper Ribblesdale and in sight of the Forest of Bowland we visit the bustling, historic town of Settle on market day. There is the outdoor market which is held in the Market Place, the indoor market in Victoria Hall and lots of independent shops and cafes to visit. We then travel on to the seaside resort of Morecambe for the rest of the afternoon. Return 1630 hrs. 0930 Pick up See Ref C Adult 17
RHS FLOWER SHOW CHATSWORTH Thur 7th June A flower show like no other! After its debut and great success in 2017 Chatsworth is host once again to the RHS Flower Show. As well as seeing all the stunning displays you can gather gardening tips from talks and demonstrations by experts. This is a must for all gardening enthusiasts. Includes entrance. Return 1700 hrs. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Everyone 46.50 RHS CHATSWORTH FLOWER SHOW Sat 9th June For description see 7th June. 0830 Pick up See Ref H Everyone 46.50