Thirlwells est.1917 Coaches 2018 HOLIDAYS Over 100 years of Coaching in the North East Sit back, relax and enjoy a holiday aboard one of our luxury coaches
Thirlwells est.1917 Coaches Dear Holiday Maker Thank you for choosing our 2018 Brochure. We are sure that you will not be disappointed. There is a wide selection of Holidays for you to choose from, and we are always available to assist and advise you. We have lots of experience, being the oldest Coach Company in the North East. Having commenced trading in 1917 by John (Jack) Thirlwell then his son also Jack and now run by his grandchildren, Sue, John & Ian. Therefore still maintaining the personal touch, and with the experience of 100 years in coaching. All our Coaches used on the tours have toilet / washroom, and tea / coffee facilities. All are fitted with seat belts required by law to be used. When buying our Coaches we look at easy access, safety and comfort with our customers in mind before making our choice. All our Coaches are serviced and maintained by our own fitters at our premises to the highest possible standard. All Tours include coach travel there and back to your holiday destination, with comfort stops in between. Bed, Breakfast & Evening Meal, plus excursions most days to comply with the working regulations regarding the Driver s working time. Also included where applicable, ferry costs. Any variation to the above will be stated on the individual tour ie: single, sea view supplements etc. Insurance: The insurance that we offer is optional, and premiums vary depending on length of holiday, please see our Booking Conditions and Fair Trading Charter for full details. J Thirlwell & Sons Ltd is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority 313486. Free Financial Failure Insurance covers all passengers money when booked with Thirlwells. DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE 2 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Scarborough Staying at the Delmont Hotel with views across the North Bay. Excursions, in and around the Yorkshire countryside on both tours. No Single Supplement Limited number available. Y Winter Warmer 5 Day Break Price inclusive of Live nightly entertainment and 1 Bar from 7 10pm 5 th to 9 th February - 149.00 Y Summertime in Scarborough 5 Day Break Visiting the many coastal villages & towns this beautiful part of Yorkshire has to offer from Robin Hoods Bay to Bridlington & beyond, plus inland through National Parks and beautiful scenery. 13 th to 17 th August - 215.00 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 3
Lake District Staying at The Cumbria Grand Hotel Grange-Over-Sands, a 3 star hotel set in its own grounds overlooking Morecambe Bay. Price inclusive of Tours in and around the Lake District Area, entertainment most nights. Y 4 Day Break Easter Weekend 30 th March to 2 nd April - Friday to Monday - 210.00 Single Supplement 48.00 4 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
The Pennine Explorer Discover the Yorkshire Lancashire border with a relaxing cruise on a traditional canal barge and wonderful train journey through moorland scenery. Staying at Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel Clayton Le Moors. A historic hotel, mixing the grandeur of a 700 year old building with modern facilities. Train & Cruise included in price. Y 5 Day Break 11 th to 15 th June - 285.00 No Single Supplement Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 5
Torquay - English Riviera Set on the South Devon coast line with a horseshoe bay, sandy beaches a Riviera style climate with Palm trees and lots to see and do. Staying at TLH Derwent Hotel 3 star central situated, with a wealth of day time activities, leisure centre and nightly extensive entertainment program. Included excursions around this beautiful part of South Devon such as Dartmoor National Park, Dartmouth & many more. Y 8 Day Break 17 th to 24 th June - Sunday to Sunday 385.00 Limited number of Singles at no Supplement 6 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Isle of Wight Staying at The Royal Pier Hotel Sandown, positioned on the sea front, facing one of the finest beaches on the island plus the pier. The hotel is ideally situated close to most amenities and has its own heated indoor swimming pool. Some Entertainment plus Excursions included, such as Shanklin, Godshill, Cowes & the Needles. Y 8 Day Break 30 th June to 7 th July - 365.00 No Single Supplement Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 7
Ayrshire Coast & Isle of Arran Explore the wonderful Ayrshire & Rabbie Burns Country, with its stunning coastline and many attractions and places to visit. Plus a visit to the idyllic Isle of Arran one of the most southerly of the Scottish islands, with its pretty villages, beautiful coastline and rugged mountainous scenery to the north and rolling green hills of the south. Staying at Hallmark Hotel Irvine, an ideal base to cover this beautiful area with its many attractions. Ferry crossing included in price. Y 5 Day Break 8 th to 12 th July - 270.00 Single Supplement 100.00 8 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Wye Valley & Royal Forest of Dean Discover this magical borderland between England & Wales with visits to historic towns, a magnificent Abbey, a relaxing train ride and scenic river cruise. Staying at Bells Hotel with its own Golf & Bowling Club, situated in Coleford Forest of Dean. Nightly entertainment. Included in the price a Wye River cruise and a rail ride through the Dean forest. Y 5 Day Break 6 th to 10 th August - 284.00 No Single Supplement Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 9
Ireland Sunday: Depart North East travelling via Holyhead ferry across to Dublin, then on to Carlow, situated south west of Dublin. For your first nights stay at the 4 star Seven Oaks Hotel, with a timeless elegance and warm Irish welcome. Monday: After breakfast we continue our journey to the south west coast of Ireland through the beautiful scenery of the counties, Kilkenny, Tipperary and on to Co. Cork, with stops off along the way. Our final destination for 4 nights the 3 star Westlodge Hotel, situated in the market town of Bantry. The past, present and future fuse in perfect unison in Bantry town which nestles at the head of beautiful ancient Bantry Bay. The hotel has leisure facilities and offers 2 nights musical entertainment & quiz night. Tuesday: Spend the morning exploring the Beara Peninsula from its winding coastline dotted with traditional fishing villages to rugged landscape. In the afternoon its time for a peaceful ferry ride into 10 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
- West Cork & the Gulf Steam Coast Bantry Bay to the romantic gardens of Garnish Island, a unique micro-climate where exotic species flourish. Wednesday: Visit to Blarney Castle and the city of Cork. Thursday: Free day to relax and explore Bantry with its shops, harbour and majestic gardens reaching down to the shore with spectacular views of the Caha Mountains across the bay. Friday: After breakfast we depart Bantry crossing Southern Irelands beautiful countryside towards Stillorgan just south of Dublin for our last night in Ireland staying at the 4 star Talbot Hotel Stillorgan one of Dublin s premier 4 star Failte Ireland and Automobile Association (AA) rated hotels. Saturday: After breakfast we depart for home via the Dublin to Holyhead ferry. Y 7 Day Break 22 nd to 28 th July - 464.00 Single Supplement 112.00 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 11
With stunning ning hotels and villages in some of the UK s most picturesque ue and historic areas, plus a huge range of activities, mouth-watering menus, live shows and entertainment every night, a Warner break has it all. What s included in a Warner holiday? Stylish accommodation Delicious breakfasts and three-course evening meals Daytime activities Live entertainment Use of sports and leisure facilities All breaks include day excursions Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel Holme Lacy House Hotel CHESTER Alvaston Hall Hotel CARDIFF BRISTOL EXETER YORK HARROGATE MANCHESTER BIRMINGHAM Littlecote House Hotel Cricket St. Thomas Hotel Nidd Hall Hotel Norton Grange Coastal Village PORTSMOUTH Thoresby Hall Hotel NOTTINGHAM ISLE OF WIGHT LONDON NORWICH Corton Coastal Village Gunton Hall Coastal Village Lakeside Coastal Village Sinah Warren Coastal Hotel Bembridge Coast Hotel For more information or to book, call our friendly team on 0191 488 2430 *Full terms and conditions apply, see brochure for full details.
Join us on one of these fabulous breaks in 2018 Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel North Wales Half board, from only 210pp Nidd Hall Hotel North Yorkshire Half board, from only 230pp UPGRADE YOUR ROOM OM FROM 5 PER PERSON PER NIGHT Thoresby Hall Hotel Nottinghamshire hire Half board, from only 329pp Holme Lacy House Hotel Herefordshire Half board, from only 360pp Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel North Wales Half board, from only 335pp Cricket St. Thomas Hotel Somerset Half board, from only 371pp Corton Coastal Village Suffolk Half board, from only 285pp Littlecote House Hotel, Berkshire Half board, from only 369pp, y pp, y pp, y pp Alvaston Hall Hotel Cheshire Half board, from only 320pp Nidd Hall Hotel North Yorkshire Half board, from only 320pp Thoresby Hall Hotel Nottinghamshire Half board, from only 325pp WRN2664 *Full terms and conditions apply, see brochure for full details.
Llandudno One of Wales s most popular resorts set on a curving bay between the headlands of The Great & Little Orme, with Snowdonia Mountains as a backdrop. The sea front and town are very flat. Staying at The Tynedale Hotel a family run hotel situated on the sea front opposite the band stand with excellent views of the bay. All rooms ensuite with tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors. Entertainment most nights plus excursions included. Y Landlubber s Cruise 5 Day Break 5 th to 9 th March - 290.00 A unique experience of a cruise on board a ship without the sea. Visiting a different port every day where you will experience the local food & entertainment. Ask for full itinerary. Y 5 Day Summer Break 4 th to 8 th July - 292.00 Y Holly & Mistletoe 5 Day Break 21 st to 25 th November - 290.00 14 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Cotswold & Oxfordshire Staying at Best Western Banbury House Hotel, a Georgian gem with a modern contemporary twist. Situated within a short walk of Banbury town, and the famous Banbury Cross. An ideal base to visit the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Stratford upon Avon. Included entrance to Blenheim Palace. Y 5 Day Break 29 th August to 2 nd September - Wednesday to Sunday 315.00 Single Supplement 70.00 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 15
Bournemouth Staying at The Suncliff Hotel situated in the prestigious East Cliff neighbourhood overlooking Bournemouth Bay, only a short stroll to the many beaches this traditional seaside resort has to offer. Leisure facilities in the hotel plus some nightly entertainment. Excursions to the many attractions on offer in and around Dorset and surrounding countryside. Y 7 Day Break 2 nd to 8 th September - 385.00 No Single Supplement 16 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Lytham St Annes This elegant resort has something for all the family, relaxing gardens and lake, famous windmill and the intrigue of the pier. Staying at The Ashton Park Hotel a family run hotel overlooking the lovely Ashton Gardens, within easy reach of all amenities. The hotel has its own Indoor Swimming Pool. Some Entertainment & Excursions, to include Liverpool Docks, (Blackpool Illuminations on September break) Fleetwood, and many more attractions that Lancashire has to offer. No Single Supplements. Y Spring 5 Day Break Re-charge your batteries after the winter blues 9 th to 13 th April - 220.00 Y Illuminations 5 Day Break 10 th to 14 th September - 228.00 Y Turkey & Tinsel 5 Day Break 5 th to 9 th November - 250.00 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 17
Jersey FLYING FROM NEWCASTLE 7 or 4 night breaks Dates and availability throughout the season. 18 Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS
Cruises SAILING FROM NEWCASTLE With Fred Olsen or Cruise & Maritime Norwegian Fjords Baltic Capital & Stockholm Spain, Portugal & the Canary Islands Iceland & Around the UK Just some of the destinations available Keep in contact with our office for any extra tours available or Special Offers. Plus Day Tours Brochure due out February Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS 19
PRIVATE HIRE 20 Seater Mini Buses to 38, 49 & 53 Seater Executive Coaches available Thirlwells LUXURY COACH HOLIDAYS est.1917 Millers Bridge, Whickham Bank, Swalwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE16 3BP Tel: 0191 488 2430 or 0191 488 4948 After Hours: 0191 488 7168 Email: thirlwellcoaches@aol.com www.thirlwellcoaches.co.uk