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Welcome to our new brochure for 2017. In the front you will find the dayexcursions, and at the back you will find a selection of holidays.

This year we have introduced some changes to the pick-up routes for the day excursions.The new routes can be found inside the back cover, and we hope you will agree that thisnew system will offer a much improved service. Ultimately you will spend less time

travelling and more time at your chosen destination.

As always we are repeating our most popular days out, plus also look out for the following NEW destinations: Tatton Park Flower Show; Kensington Palace; SandringhamHouse, the Severn Valley Railway; Dudley Zoo; Black Country Living Museum; CountryfileLive at Blenheim Palace; Highclere Castle – home to Downton Abbey; the Emmerdale

Studio Experience; Denby Pottery, and Hull, the UK Capital of Culture.

Take a look at our itineraries to see what we have to offer and then give us a call on one of the following numbers (01785) 229797 / (01782) 433533 / (01543) 622722

Alternatively you can pop in and see us to make your booking.

Please also take a moment to read through the important notes, below:

General ConditionsThese conditions apply to any day excursion advertised in thisbrochure or otherwise providing it includes no overnight accommodation. Tickets are issued by or on behalf of Happy DaysCoaches.

No SmokingSmoking is not permitted on any Happy Days day excursion for thebest interest and travelling comfort of all our passengers. We willmake regular stops en-route.

Responsibility/LiabilityWe do not exclude or limit liability to our clients for negligence ofour agents or employees. However we do not accept liability for anyactions or omissions of those involved in your travel arrangements,over whom we have no direct control, and who are not employed byus our employees or agents. The Company shall not be liable forloss or additional expenses by delay from beyond its control.

TicketsEvery passenger must possess an authorised ticket which MUSTHAVE BEEN PAID FOR IN ADVANCE OF TRAVEL. The ticket will beevidence that the passenger accepts these booking conditions.Tickets can be purchased from Happy Days Ltd or one of its agents,and must be presented to the driver on each day excursion.

Cancellations BY CustomerIf you wish to cancel the Company is under no obligation to make arefund or exchange.

Route ChangeThe Company may change Excursion or tour routes or itineraries,but not the general destination or purpose without notice. In theevent of a change of the general destination or purpose the customer may cancel up to three working days before departure toobtain a full refund of all monies paid, which shall be the limit of thecompany’s liability.

Meeting FriendsWe always try to park in the best central place but it is not always possible. For customers wishing to meet friends we strongly advisethat arrangements are made at a suitable well known landmark.

Cancellation By CompanyWe reserve the right to cancel any excursion caused by eventsbeyond our control. These shall include technical problems to transport, withdrawal or changes to facilitate at destination, industrial disputes, war or threat of war, riots and civil strife, terrorist activity, natural disaster, fire, withdrawal of services onroute, admission or other services, sickness, breakdown, weather orany other unpredictable events. We reserve the right to withdrawany Excursion on which a few bookings only have been made.

FaresPlease note prices are correct at time of going to print but are subject to change in the event of an increase in fuel prices orentrance fees. The fares shown are for Adults (aged 14 and above)and Children (aged 2-13 inclusive). There are a small number oftrips where an Over 60’s price applies: please see individual trips fordetails. There are some tours where no reductions are made.Children upto 2 years of age travel free, but are not allocated a seaton the coach.

Seating on CoachAlthough every attempt will be made to seat you in booked reservedseats, the company due to unforeseen circumstances may amend numbers without notification.

Drop-Off PointsPassengers are reminded it is company policy that all passengersare set down on the return journey at their original pick-up point.

Important Notes for Day Excursions

Welcome

----March ----Sunday 19th Thriplow Daffodil Festival 0800 2 1645 27.50 21.00Each year thousands of people visit the village of Thriplow near Cambridge, for their annual DaffodilWeekend. The residents have been planting more and more daffodils in the village since 1969. Visitors stepback in time, walking the beautiful traffic-free lanes and connecting footpaths, visiting 'open gardens',craft barns, marquees, stalls and demonstrations, and experiencing the warm and friendly atmosphere.Virtually everyone in the village does something towards the event, whether it is baking cakes, servingteas, working in the car park or picking up litter at the end of the day, everyone comes together to bringoff one of the best loved charity events in Cambridgeshire. Price includes entrance

Sunday 19th RAF Duxford 0800 2 1700 36.00 27.50Visit the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. Get up-close to some of the most famous aircraft in the world,including the Lancaster, Spitfire, Concorde and Vulcan. See naval aircraft and boats from the First WorldWar to the present day. Take a look in the 1940 operations room, and discover the stories of people wholived and worked at RAF Duxford. This Historic airfield and museum of aviation history is a fascinating dayout. Price includes entrance

Check our website and local press for extra dates and special offers

---- April ----Sunday 16th (Easter Sunday)Llandudno 0800 1 & 3 1700 22.00 17.50Llandudno's immaculate seafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a properresort, with a pier, Punch and Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something foreveryone in this beautiful seaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take astroll, do some shopping, explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.

Monday 17th (Easter Monday)Llandudno 0800 1 & 3 1700 22.00 17.50Llandudno's immaculate seafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a properresort, with a pier, Punch and Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something foreveryone in this beautiful seaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take astroll, do some shopping, explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.

No liability is accepted by this company for cancellation of any tours in this brochure.No smoking throughout the coach

Day, Date & Destination Time From Route Time From AD CHFirst Pick Destination Fare FareUp Point

Llandudno Promenade RAF Duxford Thriplow Daffodil Festival

---- April ----Tuesday 18thNEW Dudley Zoo 0900 4 1700 29.00 26.00Dudley Zoo is unique. It is home to more than 1300 animals, and has almost 200 species, including someof the rarest creatures on Earth. View the Asiatic Lions, Sumatran Tigers, giraffes and monkeys, along withhundreds of other exotic and endangered animals who inhabit the ancient wooded hillside around theruins of the 11th century Dudley Castle. This is a great day out for all animal lovers. Price includes entrance. Over 60’s price £27.50

NEW Black Country Museum 0900 4 1645 31.00 23.00There are so many reasons to visit the Black Country Living Museum. Meet costumed characters who willexplain what it was like to live and work in one of the world’s most heavily industrialised landscapes;explore original period shops and houses; watch live demonstrations, or descend underground into thecoal mine. Take a ride on the vintage trams and buses; visit the school, the fairground and the Fish andChip shop. There is even a traditional “spit and sawdust” pub! Price includes entrance. Over 60’s price £29.00

Wednesday 19thWest Midland Safari Park 0900 2 1700 26.50 22.50Are you ready to go on Safari and come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest and cutest animals around? Then make sure you visit West Midlands Safari Park between Kidderminster andBewdley. Take a leisurely 4 mile drive around the animal enclosure on the coach. See many fabulous animals including the white rhino, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, tigers, elephants and more… Spend therest of the day at your leisure enjoying the rest of the facilities which includes the amusement park,Penguin Cove, the Sea Lion Theatre, Aquarium and Reptile World. Price includes entrance and tour of theanimal kingdom. Add a wristband for £10 adult / £9 child – saving £3per person compared to buying onarrival at the park.

Thursday 20thNEW Severn Valley Railway 0900 4 1600 32.00 28.00Travel first to Ironbridge and after time to have lunch, browse the shops and admire the world famousbridge across the gorge, we head to Bridgnorth Station. The Severn Valley Railway has been used as abackdrop for many film and television productions, including The Thirty-Nine Steps, The Singing Detective,and Oh Doctor Beeching! Board the train and take a journey back in time as you travel through theShropshire and Worcestershire countryside, passing through Bewdley to Kidderminster. Board the coachat Kidderminster for the journey home. Price includes Railway.



Dudley Zoo Black Country Museum Severn Valley Railway

---- April ----Friday 21stNEW Llangollen & British Ironworks Centre

0830 1 1700 21.00 16.50Travel to the lovely town of Llangollen, steeped in myth and legend and most famous for hosting theEisteddfod every year. Admire the impressive Dee Bridge, watch the steam trains arrive and depart, andvisit the quaint and unusual shops the town has to offer. Depart Llangollen mid-afternoon and travel theshort journey to the British Ironworks Centre, home to Shropshire Sculpture Park. Enjoy a very warm welcome at this unique visitor’s centre, where you can find statues of giant elephants, graceful giraffesand a “Spoon Gorilla”, as well as contemporary sculptures. Visit the indoor showroom, the falconry centre, and maybe you will even see a blacksmith or sculpture artist at work. This unique centre is trulyworth a visit.

Tuesday 25th Country Tour & Pub Lunch 0900 1 1600 28.00 24.00These mystery trips remain ever popular. Although we cannot tell you where you are going the itinerary for the day will be similar each time: Take a scenic and leisurely drive through the countryside,have a short comfort stop somewhere like a garden centre for a spot of shopping or cup of coffee, then continue to a country pub for a 2 course lunch. We try to use different coffee stops and pubson different dates so as to add a bit of variety. Where will you end up today? Price includes 2 course lunch

Thursday 27thWye Valley Cruise & Lunch 0800 4 1700 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes 2 course lunch and river cruise.

Sunday 30thLlandudno 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Victorian Extravaganza. Every May Day Bank Holiday weekend Llandudno plays host to a VictorianExtravaganza featuring a Victorian street fair, steam engines, old time fair rides, and people dressed inVictorian costumes. There will be street entertainment and street parades for the whole family to enjoy.




Llangollen & British Ironworks Wye Valley One of the pubs we visit regularly on ourCountry Tour & Pub Lunches

----May ----Monday 1st (Bank Holiday)Llandudno 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50Victorian Extravaganza. The final day of the Victorian Extravaganza. Details as Sunday 30th.

Thursday 4th NEW Hull 0800 5 1700 23.00 18.00Why not visit Hull and find out why it was voted UK City of culture for 2017? From the cobbled streets ofthe city's Old Town to the Princes Quay shopping centre where you will find all the High Street brands youare sure to find something of interest. Visit the free Museums Quarter; take a stroll along the Marina, orvisit the aquarium - The Deep- home to a whopping 3,500 fish including a pair of Green Sawfish, sharks,rays and a colony of Gentoo penguins.

Sunday 14thRHS Malvern Spring Festival 0900 4 1700 37.50 17.50The first national RHS flower show of the year, the Malvern Spring Show has a reputation for being one ofthe finest gardening shows of the year and attracts over 80,000 visitors over its 4 days. View inspirationalshow gardens, see the finest quality plants on display in the Malvern Floral Marquee and pick up some toptips from the celebrity guests and experts. Price includes entrance

Tuesday 23rd Wye Valley Cruise & Lunch 0800 2 1700 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes 2 courselunch and river cruise



Wye Valley Malvern Spring Festival Hull

----May ----Wednesday 24th Lancashire Shopping with Fish & Chip Lunch

0800 3 1700 33.50 27.00After local pickups we travel north to Lancashire where the first stop will be the famous Bury Market. BuryMarket offers 370 stalls and accommodates 250,000 shoppers every week. So much choice, so much variety and a unique and friendly atmosphere. It is the largest and most successful market in the region –a bargain hunter’s paradise. We leave Bury to travel to Bolton for our fish & chip lunch with tea/coffee atthe wonderful, award winning Olympus Restaurant. After lunch we travel the short distance to Ena Mill,an iconic grade II listed building which has been transformed into one of the North West’s leading shop-ping destinations. There will be lots of bargains in store and many famous names at discounted prices. Price includes fish & chip lunch.

Saturday 27th York City 0800 1 1700 23.00 18.00You will never be short of something to do in this amazing city. Time to visit any of the many points of inter-est such as Clifford’s Tower, the newly reopened Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster, the castle, museum,dungeon, or the National Railway Museum. Combine shopping, history and culture with a walk downYork’s oldest street, the Shambles.

Sunday 28thOxford 0800 2 & 4 1700 22.00 17.50Oxford has so much to offer. Whether your visit is for shopping or culture you will not be disappointed. Youwill find a variety of high street stores, plus small independent retailers and an indoor market. Why nottake a river cruise or an open top bus tour? Explore one of the famous university colleges, or browse themany book shops, libraries or museums. There really is something for everyone in this beautiful city.

Blenheim Palace 0800 2 & 4 1630 38.00 25.00Blenheim Palace is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and the birthplace of Sir WinstonChurchill. Visit today for the Blenheim Palace Food Festival. This feast of food and drink will showcase thebest in local and regional produce, through cookery demonstrations, talks and scores of stalls. There willalso be roaming entertainment, a children’s corner and traditional hay bale-filled picnic area where families can relax in the stunning setting of Blenheim Palace and gobble up their goodies. Serving something for everyone to enjoy, this is sure to be a delicious day out. Price includes entrance Over 60’s price £36.00



Lancashire OxfordYork

----May ----Monday 29th (Bank Holiday)Llandudno 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Llandudno's immaculate seafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a properresort, with a pier, Punch and Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something foreveryone in this beautiful seaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take astroll, do some shopping, explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.

Monday 29th (Bank Holiday) NEW Sandringham House 0800 5 1700 35.00 25.00Sandringham is the much-loved country retreat of Her Majesty The Queen, and has been the private homeof four generations of British monarchs since 1862. The house, set in 24 hectares of stunning gardens, isperhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk and is at the heart of the 8,000-hectare SandringhamEstate. Sandringham is a friendly and informal place to visit, with knowledgeable guides in every room ofthe house and acres of beautiful gardens to explore, while the Museum houses extraordinary collectionsof Royal vehicles, rare ceramics, photographs and memorabilia. Price includes entrance to the house, gardens and museum. Over 60’s price £33.00

Tuesday 30thChester City 0900 1 1700 19.00 15.00Chester is famous for many things and attracts visitors from around the world. It has the most completecity walls, a 1000 year old Cathedral and 700 year old unique shopping rows. Why not hop aboard an opentop or heritage bus for a tour of the city, take a guided walking tour, or sail up the river on a pleasure cruise?

Chester Zoo 0900 1 1645 19.00 15.00A world of wildlife awaits you at the award winning Chester Zoo, the most visited visitor attraction outsideLondon. There are 12,000 animals, in 125 acres of award-winning zoological gardens and 1.6 million people visit every year. Take a ride on the monorail for a giraffe’s eye view of the zoo. Discover over 400species, including some of the most endangered in the world. (Does not include entrance to the zoo)

Cheshire Oaks 0900 1 1630 19.00 15.00Save up to 60% on high street prices at Cheshire Oaks: the UK’s first, and still largest designer outlet. Thepriority here is to make shopping easy and enjoyable. There are more than 145 boutiques, and a range ofrestaurants and cafés offering a wide choice of brands to suit every taste and budget. A shopper’s delight!




Cheshire Oaks Chester Zoo Sandringham House

---- June ----Thursday 1st Country Tour & Pub Lunch 0900 3 1600 26.00 22.00These mystery trips remain ever popular. Although we cannot tell you where you are going the itinerary for the day will be similar each time: Take a scenic and leisurely drive through the countryside, have a short comfort stop somewhere like a garden centre for a spot of shopping or cup ofcoffee, then continue to a country pub for a 2 course lunch. We try to use different coffee stops and pubson different dates so as to add a bit of variety. Where will you end up today? Price includes 2 course lunch

Tuesday 6thNEW Kensington Palace 0800 4 1700 42.00 20.00Currently the official residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Kensington Palace has had connections to many famous characters and Royals over the years. Queen Victoria spent her childhood here, Princess Margaret lived here for 42 years, and Diana, Princess of Wales for 15 years. Fromher first public appearances in 1981, Diana captivated the world’s attention as a Princess, as a trendsetter and as a patron and advocate of charities. Twenty years on from her death, a new exhibition and temporary garden celebrating her life will be opened at Kensington Palace. Don’t miss anextraordinary collection of garments, including the iconic velvet gown, famously worn at the White Housewhen the Princess danced with John Travolta. Other highlights of your visit will include The King’sStaircase, the King’s Gallery, and The Queen’s State Apartments. Price includes entrance to the Palace, Gardens and exhibition. Over 60’s price £39.00

Thursday 8thShropshire Tour 0900 2 1700 28.00 22.00This tour travels through Shropshire and we make our first stop at the beautiful town of Shrewsbury, withits black and white buildings. We then head to Ludlow, a thriving medieval market town with a magnificentcastle. We will head home via Ironbridge, a picturesque little town with deep industrial heritage. Today’stour includes a stop for a 2 course pub lunch. Price includes 2 course lunch



Kensington Palace Ludlow Birmingham Symphony HallOne of the pubs we visit regularly on ourCountry Tour & Pub Lunches

---- June ----Tuesday 13th NEW Llangollen & British Ironworks Centre


Thursday 15thStratford-on-Avon 0900 2 1700 22.00 17.50Stratford on Avon is a market town synonymous with William Shakespeare. With more than 800 years ofhistory it contains not only many buildings that survive today that would have been familiar toShakespeare, but also a thriving community offering a variety of leisure and shopping experiences. Thereare many things to explore in Stratford, which is why visitors flock back every year to discover more.

Sunday 18th Weston-Super-Mare Air Festival 0800 2 1700 24.00 18.50Travel with us to Weston-Super-Mare for the award winning beaches. Visit the recently rebuilt and modernised Grand Pier with its attractions, arcades and Edwardian style tea rooms. Today Weston hoststhe Air Festival, which is a free event along the seafront and in the air above Weston Bay. The Armed ForcesWeekend celebrations take place at the same time with military exhibitions, marching displays and military bands. Also arena displays, fun fair, trade stands and simulators.

Tuesday 20th Wye Valley Cruise & Lunch 0800 4 1700 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes 2 course lunch and river cruise.



Llangollen & Ironworks Weston Super Mare Air Show Stratford

---- June ----Saturday 24thRoyal Windsor 0800 2 1700 22.00 17.50Windsor is a town full of history and charm as you will discover when you visit. The town is dominated by Windsor Castle which is over 900 years old. It is the largest inhabited castle in the world, isone of the Queen’s three official residences, and it is listed in the top 20 UK visitor attractions. There willbe ample time for those wishing to do so, to visit the Castle. Why not explore the area by boat, horse-drawncarriage, open top city sightseeing bus, or join a walking tour?

Sunday 25th Liverpool 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Famous for being the home of the Beatles, but Liverpool has so much more to offer. Few cities can boastsuch diverse architecture as Liverpool. There are two Cathedrals, the iconic Liver Building and the magnificent Albert Dock, one of Britain’s top heritage attractions. Here you will find the Beatles Story, TateLiverpool, the International Slavery Museum, Merseyside Maritime Museum and various bars, cafés andrestaurants. This weekend the International Mersey River Festival takes place. Enjoy a celebration ofLiverpool's wonderful and historic waterfront in a completely free extravaganza of family fun, music andentertainment along the iconic River Mersey. The festival sees the visit of everything from narrow boatsand tall ships, to polo tournaments, jet skiing demonstrations, and thrillingly heart-stopping air displays.Take a ferry across the Mersey, an open top bus tour, or hit the shops. There is everything you can imagine from designer boutiques to high street stores. Whatever your reason to visit you are sure to findsomething of interest in Liverpool.


---- July ----

Saturday 1st York City 0800 5 1700 23.00 18.00You will never be short of something to do in this amazing city. Time to visit any of the many points of interest such as the newly reopened Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster, the castle, museum, dungeon, orthe National Railway Museum. Combine shopping, history and culture with a walk down York’s oldeststreet, the Shambles.



Liverpool Windsor Castle York

---- July ----Thursday 6th Wye Valley Cruise & Lunch 0800 2 1700 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes 2 course lunch and river cruise.

Sunday 9th Llandudno via Horseshoe Pass 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Take a scenic journey and enjoy the breath-taking views as you travel through Llangollen and the mountains on the Horseshoe Pass to Llandudno, the “Queen of Welsh resorts”. Llandudno's immaculateseafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a proper resort, with a pier, Punchand Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something for everyone in this beautifulseaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take a stroll, do some shopping,explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.

Sunday 16th RAF Fairford Royal International Air Tattoo

0700 4 1700 60.00 23.00THE WORLD'S GREATEST AIRSHOW! Few events can rival the intensity, drama and spectacle on offer atthe world's greatest air show. The Air Tattoo, one of the UK's premier outdoor events, returns this summerwith an extravaganza of entertainment for all the family. Alongside the thrilling flying action, visitors willbe treated to non-stop entertainment on the ground - so whether a wide-eyed first timer or a seasoned airshow veteran, the experience is breath-taking. During the thrilling flying display visitors will see fast jets,giant transporters, historic aircraft, and much, much more. There will be a chance to meet the crews, getclose to the aircraft and enjoy a feast of first class entertainment. Price includes entrance

Tuesday 18thNEW Highclere Castle 0800 2 1700 36.00 32.00Made famous by the ITV television drama Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle is the home of the Earl andCountess of Carnarvon. Step inside some of the rooms made so familiar by the television series; explorethe history of the castle and wander through the park and gardens designed by renowned landscape architect, Capability Brown. Price includes entrance to the house and gardens but not the EgyptianExhibition



Llandudno Air Tattoo Highclere Castle

---- July ----Saturday 22nd NEW RHS Tatton Park Flower Show 0830 1 1700 43.00 18.00Due to popular request this year we are featuring Tatton Park Flower Show. Advertised as “The North’sgreatest gardening event”, RHS Tatton Park Flower Show offers an exciting mix of gardening inspiration,spectacular summer floral displays, delicious artisan food from specialist producers and superb live entertainment. There is something for everyone. The Talks Theatre plays host to a wide range of fascinating talks sure to inspire, while the RHS Gardening advice team will be on hand throughout theshow to answer all your queries. For the keen shopper there are acres of stalls offering an enviable selection of outdoor furniture, quality plants and flowers, garden sculpture, delicious food and muchmore. Price includes entrance

Monday 24th NEW Outlet shopping 0900 5 1700 21.00 16.50Travel first to Denby Pottery Village, where you will find the largest collection of Denby in the world! Theextensive Factory Outlet Store stocks new, current and discontinued pottery in quality seconds, glass andaccessories, plus the Denby Cookshop range. There are always lots of great offers available, and uniquepieces you won't find anywhere else. You will also find a restaurant, gift emporium and farm shop on site.Early afternoon we travel to East Midlands Designer Outlet near Mansfield. With more than 65 stores,cafés and restaurants, McArthurGlen East Midlands is the leading Designer Outlet in the area, where youcan find your favourite labels with price reductions of up to 60%, all year round.

Tuesday 25th Cotswolds shopping 0800 2 1630 23.00 18.00Travel first to Hatton Shopping Village. Carved out of Victorian farm buildings, and set in the rollingWarwickshire countryside, Hatton Shopping Village is a place of very special charm. It is a delightful mixof the traditional and contemporary: a bustling community of independent shopkeepers selling things yousimply won’t find on the high street. We then head to Moreton-in-Marsh for more shopping and the famousCotswold Market. The journey home will be via the scenic route, travelling through Broadway andEvesham, two of the beautiful Cotswold villages.



Tatton Park Flower Show Cotswolds Denby Pottery village

---- July ----Wednesday 26th Lancashire Shopping with Fish & Chip Lunch

0800 1 1700 33.50 27.00After local pickups we travel north to Lancashire where the first stop will be the famous Bury Market. BuryMarket offers 370 stalls and accommodates 250,000 shoppers every week. So much choice, so much variety and a unique and friendly atmosphere. It is the largest and most successful market in the region –a bargain hunter’s paradise. We leave Bury to travel to Bolton for our fish & chip lunch with tea/coffee atthe wonderful, award winning Olympus Restaurant. After lunch we travel the short distance to Ena Mill,an iconic grade II listed building which has been transformed into one of the North West’s leading shopping destinations. There will be lots of bargains in store and many famous names at discountedprices. Price includes fish & chip lunch

Thursday 27th Shropshire Tour 0800 4 1630 28.00 22.00This tour travels through Bridgnorth, home to the Severn Valley Railway, to Ludlow, a thriving medievalmarket town with a magnificent castle. From here we make our way to the beautiful town of Shrewsbury,with its black and white buildings. We will make our way home via Ironbridge, a picturesque little townwith deep industrial heritage. Today’s tour includes a stop for a 2 course pub lunch. Price includes 2 course lunch

Saturday 29th Cambridge City 0800 4 1700 23.00 18.00Be inspired by the many beautiful museums and art galleries Cambridge has to offer. Explore quaintstreets around the Historic market place and colleges where you will find a range of shops including highstreet brands and independent traders. Relax in one of the many beautiful pubs, restaurants and cafés orperhaps try your hand at punting on the River Cam.

Sunday 30th Bowness-on-Windermere 0800 1 1700 23.00 18.00Travel via the Shap summit and Ullswater and the Kirkstone Pass to Bowness on Windermere – Cumbria’smost popular destination – with its quaint shops, cafés and restaurants, and the World of Beatrix Potteramong the many attractions. There will be ample time to enjoy a boat trip to Ambleside or Lakeside shouldyou wish.



Bowness-on-Windermere Cambridge Ludlow

---- July ----Monday 31st Bakewell Market 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50Travel to Bakewell for a look around the famous market and have time for lunch. In the afternoon travelthrough the Peak District, with a stop at Buxton then via the beautiful scenery of the Snake Pass toDerbyshire High Peak and the journey home.


---- August ----Tuesday 1stNEW Highclere Castle 0800 4 1700 36.00 32.00Made famous by the ITV television drama Downton Abbey, Highclere Castle is the home of the Earl andCountess of Carnarvon. Step inside some of the rooms made so familiar by the television series; explorethe history of the castle and wander through the park and gardens designed by renowned landscape architect, Capability Brown. Price includes entrance to the house and gardens but not the Egyptian Exhibition

Wednesday 2ndWest Midlands Safari Park 0900 2 1700 26.50 22.00Are you ready to go on Safari and come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest and cutest animals around? Then make sure you visit West Midlands Safari Park between Kidderminster andBewdley. Take a leisurely 4 mile drive around the animal enclosure on the coach. See many fabulous animals including the white rhino, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, tigers, elephants and more… Spend therest of the day at your leisure enjoying the rest of the facilities which includes the amusement park,Penguin Cove, the Sea Lion Theatre, Aquarium and Reptile World. Price includes entrance and tour of the animal kingdom. Add a wristband for £10 adult / £9 child – saving£3per person compared to buying on arrival at the park.



Highclere Castle West Midlands Safari Park Snake Pass

---- August ----Thursday 3rd NEW Emmerdale Studio Experience 0800 1 1700 39.00 36.00The Emmerdale Studio Experience visitor attraction is now open at the former ITV studios in Leeds. Seehow the characters and stories are brought to life. Experience full scale set reconstructions, view propsand costumes and learn the secrets behind stunts and special effects; this is your chance to step into theexciting world of telly. On your fully-guided tour, you’ll be able to get up close to all things Emmerdale anddiscover the magic behind some of the finest stunts seen on television. You can even have your phototaken behind the bar at The Woolpack, and shop exclusive Emmerdale merchandise. The coach will takeyou the short journey into Leeds for you to spend the remainder of the afternoon. Price includes entrance and guided tour. Over 60’s price £38.00

Saturday 5th Buckingham Palace 0800 2 1700 44.00 31.00After local pickups travel to London and Buckingham Palace. Visit the State Rooms used by the Royal Family to receive and entertain state visitors and carry out official ceremonies. See the Throne Room andadmire the priceless art in the Picture Gallery. The highlight of this year’s visit will be the special exhibition Royal Gifts. The exhibition will tell the story of Her Majesty The Queen's reign through awide-ranging display of official gifts presented to her during the past 65 years. With gifts representingevery continent, including those from world leaders such as former US President Ronald Reagan, formerSouth African President Nelson Mandela and President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, theexhibition will present a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe. At the end of the touryou will depart the Palace into the garden, where you will have the opportunity to visit the Garden Café andthe souvenir shop. There will also be some free time to spend in London. Price includes entrance to thePalace. Over 60’s price £42.00

Sunday 6th Cheddar Gorge & Weston-Super-Mare 0800 4 1700 23.00 18.00Time to visit one of the caves at Cheddar, before the coach drives up the gorge and heads to the seaside town of Weston-Super-Mare for a short visit. Stroll along the recently rebuilt and modernisedGrand Pier with attractions, arcades and Edwardian style tea rooms. Weston also boasts award winning beaches, one of the few left in the country where children can still enjoy donkey rides.



Buckingham Palace Cheddar Gorge Emmerdale Studio Experience

---- August ----Sunday 6thNEW Countryfile Live at Blenheim Palace

0800 2 1700 39.50 29.00Explore the best of Britain’s countryside in one extraordinary day out at Countryfile Live at BlenheimPalace. Packed with wholesome countryside fun, arena shows, hands on activities, animal displays, food,drink and shopping. With a whole host of exciting attractions, the show brings together everything visitorslove about our countryside. A great day out for everyone to enjoy. Price includes entrance.

Tuesday 8thLlangollen Railway and Lunch 0800 3 1630 43.50 37.00After local pickups we travel via the A5 and call in for a coffee stop at the British Ironworks Centre, hometo Shropshire Sculpture Park. We continue our journey to Llangollen, and after lunch and free time forshopping or browsing the town, we board the 3.10pm Llangollen Steam Railway to Carrog Station. Thisjourney will take you through the beautiful Dee Valley with scenery hidden from the road and only visiblefrom the train. Board the coach at Carrog for the journey home. Price includes railway and 2 course lunch. Over 60’s price £42.50

Wednesday 9thTewkesbury Market and Worcester 0800 2 1700 22.00 17.50Travel via the Malvern Hills to the medieval town of Tewkesbury and visit the market, the shops on the traditional high street, and maybe the Abbey. After time for shopping and lunch travel on to the beautifulCathedral and University City of Worcester to spend the rest of the afternoon. Worcester is awash with her-itage and its vibrant, compact centre combines quintessential English charm with modern convenience.Explore the very best of the UK’s high street chains along with an unrivalled choice of independent retailers. Maybe visit the Cathedral, or Royal Worcester pottery museum.

Thursday 10th Buckingham Palace 0800 4 1700 44.00 31.00After local pickups travel to London and Buckingham Palace. Visit the State Rooms used by the Royal Family to receive and entertain state visitors and carry out official ceremonies. See the Throne Room andadmire the priceless art in the Picture Gallery. The highlight of this year’s visit will be the special exhibition Royal Gifts. The exhibition will tell the story of Her Majesty The Queen's reign through awide-ranging display of official gifts presented to her during the past 65 years. With gifts representingevery continent, including those from world leaders such as former US President Ronald Reagan, formerSouth African President Nelson Mandela and President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, theexhibition will present a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe. At the end of the touryou will depart the Palace into the garden, where you will have the opportunity to visit the Garden Café andthe souvenir shop. There will also be some free time to spend in London. Price includes entrance to the Palace. Over 60’s price £42.00



Buckingham Palace Llangollen Railway Blenheim Palace

---- August ----Friday 11thShrewsbury Flower Show 0900 2 1700 17.50 13.00

The above prices are for coach fare onlyShrewsbury Flower Show is the longest running horticultural show in the world. The flower show has beenrunning every August since 1875. There will be the usual line-up of celebrities, non-stop arena entertainment as well as stunning displays from national and international nurseries, inspirational showgardens, fantastic floral art arrangements and horticultural advice from societies and individuals. Flower Show entrance tickets are available separately and are priced as follows: Adult: £25.00 / Over 60’s: £23.00 / Children: free

Saturday 12thShrewsbury Flower Show 0900 3 1700 17.50 13.00

The above prices are for coach fare onlyShrewsbury Flower Show is the longest running horticultural show in the world. The flower show has beenrunning every August since 1875. There will be the usual line-up of celebrities, non-stop arena entertainment as well as stunning displays from national and international nurseries, inspirational showgardens, fantastic floral art arrangements and horticultural advice from societies and individuals. Flower Show entrance tickets are available separately and are priced as follows: Adult: £25.00 / Over 60’s: £23.00 / Children: free

Tuesday 15th Wye Valley Cruise & Lunch 0800 4 1630 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes boatcruise and 2 course lunch.

Wednesday 16thNEW Severn Valley Railway 0830 2 1600 32.00 28.00Travel first to Ironbridge and after time to have lunch, browse the shops and admire the world famousbridge across the gorge, we head to Bridgnorth Station. The Severn Valley Railway has been used as abackdrop for many film and television productions, including The Thirty-Nine Steps, The Singing Detective,and Oh Doctor Beeching! Board the train and take a journey back in time as you travel through theShropshire and Worcestershire countryside, passing through Bewdley to Kidderminster. Board the coachat Kidderminster for the journey home. Price includes Railway.



Severn Valley Railway Shrewsbury Flower Show Wye Valley

---- August ----Thursday 17th Southport Flower Show 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50

The above prices are for coach fare onlyAttracting around 70,000 visitors over 4 days, Southport is the UK’s largest independent flower show, located at Victoria Park, within walking distance of the town centre. This year the theme is “The CuriousGarden”. Inspired by a sense of mystery, wonder and curiosity - this year, you’re invited to something verypeculiar… Find your way through the foliage to reveal the strange and delightful secrets of the British garden. Through a twist, a turn and a secret door - what will you discover? The show will feature the usualflower and vegetable displays, inspirational show gardens, cookery demonstrations and celebrity guests.Today is the opening day of the show. Please note for those intending to visit the town that the coach will ONLY set down at the flower show. Weare not permitted to set down in the town on Flower Show days. Flower Show entrance tickets are available separately and are priced at: 19.00 free

Friday 18th Mid & North Wales Tour 0800 3 1600 22.00 17.50Travel via Llangollen and Bala on your journey to Barmouth located on the West coast of Snowdonia. Withits long sandy beach and picturesque harbour, Barmouth is an ideal seaside destination. It boasts a thriving high street and Quayside, bustling with shops, restaurants and cafes. Enjoy the vintage seaside entertainments such as trampolines, swing boats and traditional funfair. The journeyhome will take you through Dollgelau and Welshpool. Please note THIS IS A TOUR and therefore there will only be a couple of hours to spend in Barmouth itself.

Saturday 19th Southport Flower Show 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50

The above prices are for coach fare onlyAttracting around 70,000 visitors over 4 days, Southport is the UK’s largest independent flower show, located at Victoria Park, within walking distance of the town centre. This year the theme is “The CuriousGarden”. Inspired by a sense of mystery, wonder and curiosity - this year, you’re invited to something verypeculiar… Find your way through the foliage to reveal the strange and delightful secrets of the British garden. Through a twist, a turn and a secret door - what will you discover? The show will feature the usualflower and vegetable displays, inspirational show gardens, cookery demonstrations and celebrity guests. Please note for those intending to visit the town that the coach will ONLY set down at the flower show. Weare not permitted to set down in the town on Flower Show days.Flower Show entrance tickets are available separately and are priced at: 19.00 free



Southport Flower Show Llangollen Southport Flower Show

---- August ----Sunday 20th Buckingham Palace 0800 2 1700 44.00 31.00After local pickups travel to London and Buckingham Palace. Visit the State Rooms used by the Royal Family to receive and entertain state visitors and carry out official ceremonies. See the Throne Room andadmire the priceless art in the Picture Gallery. The highlight of this year’s visit will be the special exhibition Royal Gifts. The exhibition will tell the story of Her Majesty The Queen's reign through awide-ranging display of official gifts presented to her during the past 65 years. With gifts representingevery continent, including those from world leaders such as former US President Ronald Reagan, formerSouth African President Nelson Mandela and President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China, theexhibition will present a spectacular display of craftsmanship from across the globe. At the end of the touryou will depart the Palace into the garden, where you will have the opportunity to visit the Garden Café andthe souvenir shop. There will also be some free time to spend in London. Price includes entrance to the Palace. Over 60’s price £42.00

Monday 21st NEW Emmerdale Studio Experience 0800 5 1700 39.00 36.00The Emmerdale Studio Experience visitor attraction is now open at the former ITV studios in Leeds. Seehow the characters and stories are brought to life. Experience full scale set reconstructions, view propsand costumes and learn the secrets behind stunts and special effects; this is your chance to step into theexciting world of telly. On your fully-guided tour, you’ll be able to get up close to all things Emmerdale anddiscover the magic behind some of the finest stunts seen on television. You can even have your phototaken behind the bar at The Woolpack, and shop exclusive Emmerdale merchandise. The coach will takeyou the short journey into Leeds for you to spend the remainder of the afternoon. Price includes entrance and guided tour. Over 60’s price £38.00

Tuesday 22ndWest Midlands Safari Park 0900 4 1700 26.50 22.50Are you ready to go on Safari and come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest and cutest animals around? Then make sure you visit West Midlands Safari Park between Kidderminster andBewdley. Take a leisurely 4 mile drive around the animal enclosure on the coach. See many fabulous ani-mals including the white rhino, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, tigers, and elephants and more… Spend therest of the day at your leisure enjoying the rest of the facilities which includes the amusement park, Penguin Cove, the Sea Lion Theatre, Aquarium and Reptile World. Price includesentrance and tour of the animal kingdom. Add a wristband for £10 adult / £9 child – saving £3per personcompared to buying on arrival at the park.



Buckingham Palace Emmerdale Studio Experience West Midlands Safari Park

---- August ----Wednesday 23rdLancashire Shopping with Fish & Chip Lunch

0800 1 1700 33.50 27.00After local pickups we travel north to Lancashire where the first stop will be the famous Bury Market. BuryMarket offers 370 stalls and accommodates 250,000 shoppers every week. So much choice, so much variety and a unique and friendly atmosphere. It is the largest and most successful market in the region –a bargain hunter’s paradise. We leave Bury to travel to Bolton for our fish & chip lunch with tea/coffee atthe wonderful, award winning Olympus Restaurant. After lunch we travel the short distance to Ena Mill,an iconic grade II listed building which has been transformed into one of the North West’s leading shopping destinations. There will be lots of bargains in store and many famous names at discountedprices. Price includes fish & chip lunch.

Saturday 26thLiverpool 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50Famous for being the home of the Beatles, and this week is International Beatleweek in the city – a mustfor all fans with so much to see and do. But Liverpool has so much more to offer: Few cities can boast suchdiverse architecture as Liverpool. There are two Cathedrals, the iconic Liver Building and the magnificentAlbert Dock, one of Britain’s top heritage attractions. Here you will find the Beatles Story, Tate Liverpool,the International Slavery Museum, Merseyside Maritime Museum and various bars, cafés and restaurants.Take a ferry across the Mersey, an open top bus tour, or hit the shops. There is everything you can imagine from designer boutiques to high street stores. Whatever your reason to visit you are sure to findsomething of interest in Liverpool.

Sunday 27th Llandudno via Horseshoe Pass 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Take a scenic journey through Llangollen and the mountains on the Horseshoe Pass and enjoy breath-taking views as you travel to Llandudno, known as the “Queen of Welsh resorts”. Llandudno's immaculateseafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a proper resort, with a pier, Punchand Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something for everyone in this beautifulseaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take a stroll, do some shopping,explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.

Monday 28th Bank HolidayLlandudno 0800 1 & 3 1700 22.00 17.50Spend the Bank Holiday in Llandudno, the “Queen of Welsh resorts”. There is something for everyone inthis beautiful seaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Stroll along thepromenade, the pier, or do some shopping. Maybe take a cable car to the summit of the Great Orme.



Lancashire Liverpool Llandudno

---- August ----Tuesday 29th Chester City 0900 1 1730 19.00 15.00Chester is famous for many things and attracts visitors from around the world. It has the most complete city walls, a 1000 year old Cathedral and 700 year old unique shopping rows. Hop aboard anopen top or heritage bus for a tour of the city, take a guided walking tour, or sail up the river on a pleasurecruise.

Chester Zoo 0900 1 1715 19.00 15.00A world of wildlife awaits you at the award winning Chester Zoo, the most visited visitor attraction outsideLondon. Take a ride on the monorail for a giraffe’s eye view of the zoo. Discover over 400 species, including some of the most endangered in the world. (Does not include entrance to the zoo)

Cheshire Oaks 0900 1 1700 19.00 15.00Save up to 60% on high street prices at Cheshire Oaks: the UK’s largest designer outlet. The priority here is to make shopping easy and enjoyable. There are a range of boutiques, restaurants andcafes offering a wide choice of brands to suit every taste and budget.

Wednesday 30th Aberystwyth via Devil’s Bridge 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Travel through mid-Wales, and view the splendour of the unique waterfalls at the Devil’s Bridge as youhead to the lovely coastal town of Aberystwyth. At the heart of the town is the sweeping seafront withpromenade, pebble beach and amusements. Aberystwyth’s cliff railway is the longest in the country. Onceat the summit visitors can experience the magnificent bird’s eye view of the surrounding countryside fromthe Victorian style camera obscurer.

Thursday 31st NEW Sandringham House 0800 2 1700 35.00 25.00Sandringham is the much-loved country retreat of Her Majesty The Queen, and has been the private homeof four generations of British monarchs since 1862. The house, set in 24 hectares of stunning gardens, isperhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk and is at the heart of the 8,000-hectare SandringhamEstate. Sandringham is a friendly and informal place to visit, with knowledgeable guides in every room ofthe house and acres of beautiful gardens to explore while the Museum houses extraordinary collectionsof Royal vehicles, rare ceramics, photographs and memorabiliaIncludes entrance to the house, gardens and museum. Over 60’s price £33.00




Sandringham House Cheshire Oaks Chester Zoo

---- September ----Saturday 2nd Roman City of Bath 0800 4 1700 23.00 18.00Bath became a World Heritage Site in 1987. The city’s theatres, museums and other cultural and sportingvenues have helped to make it a major centre for tourism. There will be ample time to visit the museum,Spa baths, Royal Crescent or the Abbey, and spend some time browsing the shops. See the city on an opentop bus tour, or do a walking tour. Discover the story of Jane Austen, Bath’s most famous resident. Visitthe Jane Austen Centre and learn how living here influenced her novels.

Thursday 7th Wye Valley Cruise 0800 2 1700 40.00 33.00After local pickups we make our way to the Wye Valley, where we will enjoy a 2 course lunch before takingto the water for a relaxing, scenic cruise along the River Wye. After the cruise we board the coach and travel through the beautiful scenery of the Wye Valley as we make our way home. Price includes 2 courselunch and river cruise.

Saturday 9th York 0800 1 1700 23.00 18.00You will never be short of something to do in this amazing city. Time to visit any of the many points of interest such as the newly reopened Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster, the castle, museum, dungeon, orthe National Railway Museum. Combine shopping, history and culture with a walk down York’s oldeststreet, the Shambles.

Sunday 10thNEW Kensington Palace 0800 2 1700 42.00 20.00Currently the official residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Kensington Palace has had connections to many famous characters and Royals over the years. Queen Victoria spent her childhoodhere, Princess Margaret lived here for 42 years, and Diana, Princess of Wales for 15 years. From her firstpublic appearances in 1981, Diana captivated the world’s attention as a Princess, as a trendsetter and asa patron and advocate of charities. Twenty years on from her death, a new exhibition and temporary garden celebrating her life will be opened at Kensington Palace. Don’t miss an extraordinary collection ofgarments, including the iconic velvet gown, famously worn at the White House when the Princess dancedwith John Travolta. Other highlights of your visit will include The King’s Staircase, the King’s Gallery, TheQueen’s State Apartments. Price includes entrance to the Palace, Gardens and exhibition. Over 60’s price £39.00



Bath Kensington Palace York

---- September ----Wednesday 13th Lancashire Shopping Delights with Fish & Chip Lunch

0800 3 1700 33.50 27.00After local pickups we travel north to Lancashire where the first stop will be the famous Bury Market. BuryMarket offers 370 stalls and accommodates 250,000 shoppers every week. So much choice, so much variety and a unique and friendly atmosphere. It is the largest and most successful market in the region –a bargain hunter’s paradise. We leave Bury to travel to Bolton for our fish & chip lunch with tea/coffee atthe wonderful, award winning Olympus Restaurant. After lunch we travel the short distance to Ena Mill,an iconic grade II listed building which has been transformed into one of the North West’s leading shopping destinations. There will be lots of bargains in store and many famous names at discountedprices. Price includes fish & chip lunch.

Thursday 14th NEW Emmerdale Studio Experience 0800 1 1700 39.00 36.00The Emmerdale Studio Experience visitor attraction is now open at the former ITV studios in Leeds. Seehow the characters and stories are brought to life. Experience full scale set reconstructions, view propsand costumes and learn the secrets behind stunts and special effects; this is your chance to step into theexciting world of telly. On your fully-guided tour, you’ll be able to get up close to all things Emmerdale anddiscover the magic behind some of the finest stunts seen on television. You can even have your phototaken behind the bar at The Woolpack, and shop exclusive Emmerdale merchandise. The coach will takeyou the short journey into Leeds for you to spend the remainder of the afternoon. Price includes entranceand guided tour. Over 60’s price £38.00

Saturday 16thSouthport 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50Southport is regarded as one of the best seaside locations in the UK. A diverse mix of independent shops,household brands & designer boutiques! Southport has it all when it comes to retail therapy. You can wan-der down Lord Street, under the beautiful Victorian wrought iron canopies, strolling in and out of HighStreet shops, or take a look around Wayfarers Shopping Arcade, a Grade ll listed building and home toover 30 independent stores. Today Southport Air show will take place on the beach and seafront. Price isfor coach fare only. If you wish to access the beach today you will need to purchase an Air show ticket (seebelow)

Southport Air show 0800 1 1700 30.00 25.00The Southport Seafront Air Show is recognised as the North West's largest Air show attracting up to150,000 spectators over two days each September. Combining a spectacular air display with a host ofground activities, the Southport Air show is an exhilarating and fun-filled experience that the whole fami-ly can enjoy. The event promises to be one of the aviation calendar's most spectacular events, providingstunning views of the best jets, fighters, bombers, helicopters and aerobatic aircraft. Price includes Airshow entry.



Lancashire Emmerdale Studio Experience Southport Air Show

---- September ----Sunday 17thSouthport 0800 3 1700 22.00 17.50Southport is regarded as one of the best seaside locations in the UK. A diverse mix of independent shops,household brands & designer boutiques! Southport has it all when it comes to retail therapy. You can wander down Lord Street, under the beautiful Victorian wrought iron canopies, strolling in and out of HighStreet shops, or take a look around Wayfarers Shopping Arcade, a Grade ll listed building and home toover 30 independent stores. Today Southport Air show will take place on the beach and seafront. Price isfor coach fare only. If you wish to access the beach today you will need to purchase an Air show ticket (seebelow)

Southport Air show 0800 3 1700 30.00 25.00The Southport Seafront Air Show is recognised as the North West's largest Air show attracting up to150,000 spectators over two days each September. Combining a spectacular air display with a host ofground activities, the Southport Air show is an exhilarating and fun-filled experience that the whole family can enjoy. The event promises to be one of the aviation calendar's most spectacular events, providing stunning views of the best jets, fighters, bombers, helicopters and aerobatic aircraft. Priceincludes Air show entry.

Sunday 17thLake District Tour 0800 1 1700 24.00 19.00This tour will take you on a journey around 6 lakes: Ullswater, the second largest of the lakes; DerwentWater near Keswick; Thirlmere between Keswick and Ambleside, and then the two smaller lakes ofGrasmere and Rydal Water en-route to Windermere. The coach will stop at Bowness where you will havetime to shop, visit local attractions, or take a boat trip.

Tuesday 19thNEW Llangollen & British Ironworks Centre




Llangollen & British Ironworks Lake Windermere Southport

---- September ----Saturday 23rd Blackpool 1000 3 1800 23.00 18.00Blackpool – Britain’s favourite seaside resort – is crammed with thrills and excitement, making every visita fun-filled adventure. As well as the beach, Pleasure beach and the iconic Tower, Blackpool has a wholehost of shopping options, with high-street names, independent boutiques, and open-air markets cateringfor locals and visitors alike. Your day is left free for thrill-seeking, shopping or sightseeing. Please note thistrip does not include a tour of the illuminations.

Sunday 24thRHS Malvern Autumn Show 0900 2 1700 36.00 21.00Don't miss this celebration of food, the countryside, gardening & nostalgia. There will be the usual line-upof celebrities and entertainment as well as stunning floral and vegetable displays. Find everything youneed to get your garden ready for winter - plants, bulbs & expert advice. Price includes entrance

Monday 25th Bakewell Market & Snake Pass 0800 5 1700 21.00 16.00Visit the famous Bakewell Market, the only market in the Peak District. It has over 160 stalls. Time to takea walk along the River Wye which flows through the village. From Bakewell you will enjoy a scenic tour of High Peak as you travel via the Snake Pass on the journey home.

Saturday 30th Llandudno 0800 1 1700 22.00 17.50Llandudno's immaculate seafront, gracefully framed by two headlands, is a seaside classic. It’s a properresort, with a pier, Punch and Judy, a Donkey Man and even Alice in Wonderland. There is something foreveryone in this beautiful seaside town, which has remained largely unchanged in over a century. Take astroll, do some shopping, explore the Great Orme on foot, or maybe take a cable car to its summit.


---- October ----Tuesday 3rd Country Tour & Pub Lunch 0900 2 1600 26.00 23.00These mystery trips remain ever popular. Although we cannot tell you where you are going the itinerary for the day will be similar each time: Take a scenic and leisurely drive through the countryside, have a short comfort stop somewhere such as a garden centre for a spot of shopping or cupof coffee, then continue to a country pub for a 2 course lunch. We try to use different coffee stops andpubs on different dates so as to add a bit of variety. Where will you end up today? Price includes 2 courselunch



Blackpool Snake PassOne of the pubs we visit regularlyon our Country Tour & Pub Lunches



Blackpool Harry Potter World Cotswolds

---- October ----Saturday 7thBlackpool 1000 1 1800 23.00 18.00Blackpool – Britain’s favourite seaside resort – is crammed with thrills and excitement, making every visita fun-filled adventure. As well as the beach, Pleasure beach and the iconic Tower, Blackpool has a wholehost of shopping options, with high-street names, independent boutiques, and open-air markets catering for locals and visitors alike. Your day is left free for thrill-seeking, shopping or sightseeing. Please note this trip does not include a tour of the illuminations.

Saturday 14thYork City 0800 5 1700 23.00 18.00You will never be short of something to do in this amazing city. Time to visit any of the many points of interest such as the newly reopened Jorvik Viking Centre, York Minster, the castle, museum, dungeon, orthe National Railway Museum. Combine shopping, history and culture with a walk down York’s oldeststreet, the Shambles.

Sunday 22nd (Half Term)Blackpool 1000 3 1800 23.00 18.00Blackpool – Britain’s favourite seaside resort – is crammed with thrills and excitement, making every visita fun-filled adventure. As well as the beach, Pleasure beach and the iconic Tower, Blackpool has a wholehost of shopping options, with high-street names, independent boutiques, and open-air markets catering for locals and visitors alike. Your day is left free for thrill-seeking, shopping or sightseeing. Please note this trip does not include a tour of the illuminations.

Monday 23rd (Half Term)Harry Potter World 0800 4 1700 58.00 47.00Children 2, 3 and 4 = £17.00This is every Harry Potter fan’s dream. Not to be missed. Travel to Warner Bros Studios, located nearWatford. Arrive in time for a drink/lunch before entry into the tour. Step into the great hall, walk along thecobbles on Diagon Alley, where you can see an array of wonderful wizarding shops. Experience the magicand see some iconic props, costumes and sets. See the original Hogwarts Express on the recreated platform 9 ¾. Price includes ticket to the Making of Harry Potter Tour

Tuesday 24th (Half Term)Cotswold shopping 0800 2 1700 23.00 18.00Travel to Moreton-in-Marsh with a short stop at Hatton Shopping Village en-route, where you will find adelightful mix of the traditional and contemporary: a bustling community of independent shopkeepers selling things you simply won’t find on the high street. Once at Moreton-in-Marsh there will be time to lookaround the famous Cotswold market and have some lunch before heading to the spa town of Cheltenhamwith its beautiful parks, gardens and excellent shops.



Black Country Museum Sherwood Forest Dudley Zoo

---- October ----Wednesday 25th (Half Term)NEW Dudley Zoo 0900 4 1700 29.00 26.00Dudley Zoo is unique. It is home to more than 1300 animals, and has almost 200 species, including someof the rarest creatures on Earth. View the Asiatic Lions, Sumatran Tigers, giraffes and monkeys, along withhundreds of other exotic and endangered animals who inhabit the ancient wooded hillside around theruins of the 11th century Dudley Castle. This is a great day out for all animal lovers. Price includes entry. Over 60’s price £27.50

NEW Black Country Museum 0900 4 1645 31.00 23.00There are so many reasons to visit the Black Country Living Museum. Meet costumed characters who willexplain what it was like to live and work in one of the world’s most heavily industrialised landscapes.Explore original period shops and houses. Watch live demonstrations, or descend underground into thecoal mine. Take a ride on the vintage trams and buses. Visit the school, the fairground and the Fish andChip shop. There is even a traditional “spit and sawdust” pub! Price includes entry. Over 60’s price £29.00

Thursday 26th (Half Term)Chesterfield Market and Autumn Tint Tour through Sherwood Forest

0900 5 1600 22.00 17.00Chesterfield Market is one of the UK’s biggest open air markets and whatever you are looking for you willmore than likely find it here. There is a flea market, farmers market selling local produce and a VictorianMarket Hall housing a variety of indoor stalls. After visiting Chesterfield enjoy a colourful journey homethrough Sherwood Forest.


----November ----Saturday 4thBlackpool 0900 3 1700 23.00 18.00Blackpool – Britain’s favourite seaside resort – is crammed with thrills and excitement, making every visita fun-filled adventure. As well as the beach, Pleasure beach and the iconic Tower, Blackpool has a wholehost of shopping options, with high-street names, independent boutiques, and open-air markets cateringfor locals and visitors alike. Your day is left free for thrill-seeking, shopping or sightseeing. Please note this trip does not include a tour of the illuminations.



Cheshire Oaks Chester Cotswolds

----November ----Thursday 9th Country Tour & Pub Lunch 0900 1 1600 26.00 22.00These mystery trips remain ever popular. Although we cannot tell you where you are going the itinerary for the day will be similar each time: Take a scenic and leisurely drive through the countryside, have a short comfort stop somewhere such as a garden centre for a spot of shopping or cupof coffee, then continue to a country pub for a 2 course lunch. We try to use different coffee stops andpubs on different dates so as to add a bit of variety. Where will you end up today? Price includes 2 course lunch

Saturday 11th Chester & Cheshire Oaks 0900 3 1700 19.00 15.00Spend the morning in Chester. Chester attracts visitors from around the world and is famous for manythings. It has the most complete city walls, a 1000 year old Cathedral and 700 year old unique shoppingrows. Hop aboard an open top or heritage bus for a tour of the city, take a guided walking tour, or sail upthe river on a pleasure cruise. After lunch travel to Cheshire Oaks where we spend the afternoon. Save upto 60% on high street prices at the UK’s largest designer outlet. The priority here is to make shopping easyand enjoyable. There are a range of boutiques, restaurants and cafes offering a wide choice of brands tosuit every taste and budget.

Tuesday 14th Cotswold Market & Stratford 0800 4 1700 23.00 18.00Travel to Moreton-in-Marsh with a short stop at Hatton Shopping Village en-route, where you will find adelightful mix of the traditional and contemporary: a bustling community of independent shopkeepers selling things you simply won’t find on the high street. Once at Moreton-in-Marsh there willbe time to look around the famous Cotswold market and have some lunch before heading to Stratford forthe rest of the day. Famed for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford has much to offer.Filled with half-timbered buildings there are quaint side streets with unique and individual shops, as wellas scenic riverside walks.

Saturday 18th Meadowhall Shopping 0900 5 1700 22.00 17.50Shop the latest high street and designer fashions, browse the extensive beauty products and indulgent spa services at Meadowhall Shopping Centre near Sheffield. With over 230 stores to inspire yourChristmas gift ideas you won’t be disappointed here. Everything is under one roof along with a food courtcatering for all tastes and budgets, whether you just want to grab a bite to eat or enjoy a leisurely lunch.



Trafford Centre Tatton Park Ludlow Medieval Festival

----November ----Sunday 19th Gloucester Quays Victorian Christmas Market

0800 2 1700 22.00 17.50The hustle and bustle of a Dickensian festive feast will be brought to life as the hugely popular Christmasmarket comes to Gloucester Quays. The event features 150 stalls selling handmade gifts and the best food& drink the region has to offer. Find wooden toys, artisan jewellry, homeware, fine clothes & accessories inabundance. Enjoy live music including brass bands, choirs, buskers, and an old time barrel organ, along-side a huge traditional carousel, children’s art and craft activities, Victorian games, real ale tavern, microbrewery and the Waterways Museum. The larger than life wandering characters all guarantee to surprise, amuse and entertain visitors with their exploits. All of this against the splendid back drop of theCity’s historic docks. Browse, buy, enjoy a mulled wine and soak up the atmosphere in this festive familyevent.

Friday 24th Tatton Park Christmas 0900 1 1630 31.00 25.00Travel with us to Tatton Park and see the mansion in all its Christmas splendor. This year’s theme is “TheTwelve Days of Christmas”. Christmas is not only evident in the grand staterooms, but also in the bustlingservants’ quarters. Enjoy live music, festive food and drink, and meet the farm animals in the Nativityscene. Watch costumed guides bake traditional festive treats and delicacies and see handmade decoration demonstrations. Find traditional and unique gifts for your family and friends. Price includes entry into the mansion

Saturday 25thLudlow Medieval Christmas Fayre 0800 4 1700 31.00 24.00Celebrate the start of the Christmas season in the stunning medieval setting of Ludlow Castle in SouthShropshire. This trip is so much more than just a Christmas Market. From the bone-crunching PlantagenetCombat Knights, to St Nicholas in his magical den, there is entertainment, hands-on-history and activitiesfor all the family all day throughout the castle, and with over 100 stalls selling gifts, food & drink, historical goods and more, you are sure to find both traditional and more unusual presents here. Price includes entrance

Sunday 26th Trafford Centre 0900 1 1700 19.00 15.00Shopping, food and entertainment all under one roof. Shop ‘til you drop regardless of the weather in thisfabulous indoor shopping centre. From high street favourites to exclusive designer brands, the TraffordCentre is “a shopping experience to rival London’s Oxford Street”. You will also find a cinema, ParadiseIsland Golf Adventure, Laser Quest and the Lego Discovery Centre, so there’s something to suit all ages.




Lincoln Christmas Market Bath Christmas Market Lincoln

---- December ----Thursday 7thLincoln Christmas Market 0900 1 1830 22.00 17.50The Christmas market at Lincoln remains as popular as ever year after year. Around 280 stalls will fill theCathedral Quarter and surrounding streets of this beautiful city. Meet traders from near and far, enjoystreet entertainment, and take in the festive sights, smells and tastes throughout the day. As eveningdescends the city and Cathedral will be lit, providing a beautiful sight to behold.

Saturday 9thBath Christmas Market 0800 2 1700 24.00 19.00Each year the centre of Bath is transformed into a magical Christmas shopper’s paradise, as over 170chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts line the streets surrounding the Roman Baths and BathAbbey. Soak up the sights, smells and sounds as you wander around the market, and enjoy the aroma ofwarming mulled wine and freshly baked mince pies. With a generous sprinkling of cheering carols thrownin, even the biggest of humbugs will get into the Christmas spirit!

Sunday 10th Lincoln Christmas Market 0900 5 1830 22.00 17.50Sunday is the final day of this year’s Christmas market, and your last chance to enjoy the festive sights,smells, tastes and entertainment. Pick up some unique gifts at the various stalls and shops.


THE ALEXANDRA HOTEL

The Alexandra hotel provides comfortableaccommodation, excellent cuisine and afriendly atmosphere.

Conveniently located on Eastbourne’s elegant seafront, with superb views of thepromenade and sea.


EASTBOURNE

DEPARTURE: PRICE:Monday 29 May £219

Monday 12 June £239

Monday 7 August £239

Monday 23 October £215

Monday 28 November £219

INCLUDES:w Coach Travelw 4 Nights Hotelw Full Breakfasts w Dinner Each Eveningw Visit to Hastings & Battlew Visit to Brightonw Free Day in Eastbourne

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel toEastbourne.

Stay at the Alexandra hotel for 4 nights, with dinner andbreakfast included each day.

DURING YOUR STAY We include visits to historic Hastings and the town ofBattle.

There will be an excursion to Brighton, a classic seasideresort with something for everyone and also a free dayfor you to explore Eastbourne.

FRIDAYOur last breakfast at the hotel this morning, before wedepart for our return journey.


LLANDUDNO

INCLUDES:w Coach Travelw 4 Nights Hotelw Full Breakfasts w Dinner Each Eveningw Visit to Hastings & Battlew Visit to Brightonw Free Day in Eastbourne

THE BAYTREE HOTEL

The Baytree hotel is ideally situated on theGrand Promenade, across from the Pier anda minute’s walk from the central shoppingarea.

The hotel offers breath taking panoramicviews of the whole bay of Llandudno.

DEPARTURE: PRICE:

Monday 15 May £199

Monday 24 July £239

Monday 28 August £239

Monday 25 September £229

INCLUDES:w Coach Travelw 4 Nights Hotelw Full Breakfasts w Dinner Each Eveningw Visit to Betwys-y-Coed & Caernarfon

w Visit to Rhylw Free Day in Llandudno

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel to Llandudno.

Stay at the Baytree hotel for 4 nights, with dinner andbreakfast included each day.

DURING YOUR STAY There will be a day to take in both Betwys-y-Coed andCaernarfon and we will also visit the traditional seasideresort of Rhyl.

You will also have a free day in Llandudno, a chance toexplore this beautiful Victorian resort at the foot of GreatOrme.



SCARBOROUGH

THE GRAND HOTEL

Located in the town centre and built in 1863.

The Grand Hotel Scarborough takes pride ofplace overlooking the towns picturesqueharbour and south bay.

INCLUDES:w Coach Travelw 4 Nights Hotelw Full Breakfasts w Dinner Each Eveningw Visit to Whitby & Robin Hood’s Bay

w Visit to Goathlandw Free Day in Scarborough

MONDAY After local pick ups this morning, we travel toScarborough.

Stay at the Grand hotel for 4 nights, with dinner andbreakfast included each day.

DURING YOUR STAY We include visits to the seaside town of Whitby and pic-turesque Robin Hood’s Bay.

We also visit Goathland, which was used as the fictionalvillage of “Aidensfield’’ in the TV series Heartbeat.

There will be a free day to discover Scarborough with itsstunning scenery, glorious beaches , Scarborough Castleand all the traditional seaside activities.


DEPARTURE: PRICE:

Monday 5 June £229

Monday 4 September £239


We know your holiday is very important to you. It is veryimportant to us since we want you to enjoy it and continue to travel with Happy Days in the future. We alsocare about our reputation and want to be sure you under-stand your commitment when accepting the agreement,therefore we would be grateful if you would spend a few min-utes reading the booking conditions below as they detail yourcommitment to us and our obligations to you, when a con-tract is made between us.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

1. How do I make a contract with you?You can make the contract by telephone or visiting our booking office. When making the contract for yourself andthe others named in your party, you do so having read, under-stood and accepted our booking conditions and the Holiday information provided in this brochure. When you make yourbooking you must pay a deposit for every person named onthe booking, details of which are listed below. If you bookwithin the balance due date, which is six weeks before thedate of departure, you must pay the total price of the holiday (including any insurance premiums) at the time you book.You must pay the balance of the price of the holiday on orbefore the balance due date. No further reminders will besent. If you do not, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and you will have to pay the cancellation charges setout in section 5. The contract between us is made when yourbooking is entered on our computer and a booking referencenumber is produced. At that moment the contract betweenus begins. We will send you a confirmation within 7 days ofthe receipt of your payment. Please check it carefully toensure all the details are correct.

2. What do I have to pay and when?When you make a contract we accept it on the terms set outin this brochure. A £50 per person deposit is required within7 days, along with the appropriate insurance payment. Your obligation is to pay the price of the holiday and recogniseyour liabilities if you wish to alter the holiday or have to makea cancellation. On our part we have obligations to provide you with the holiday you have booked. Our specification of that holiday and our terms are clearly stated in this brochure. Your contract is entered intowith Happy Days. These booking conditions apply to all holidays sold from this brochure and all supplementary advertising publications.

3. Special Requests Should you have any special requests (such as low floorrooms, sea view, adjoining rooms) you MUST advise us at thetime of booking. We will then pass on your special request tothe hotel(s) concerned. We generally receive many requests,however, and under no circumstances can we guarantee thatthey will be met or that the hotel(s) is/are able to provide therequested facility. We cannot, therefore, accept a bookingwhich is made conditional upon a special request being satisfied.

4. If you change your bookingIf, after our confirmation has been issued, you wish tochange to another of our current holidays or change thedeparture date, we will do our utmost to make the changes.You are obliged to notify us in writing, and that request mustbe from the person responsible for the original reservation.Such a request must be made before the date that the original balance becomes due, and be accompanied by anadministration fee of £10 per person. Any alteration madeafter the original balance is due, will be regarded as a cancellation, and will be subject to the charges set out in ourcancellation terms in paragraph 5.

5. If you cancel your holidayYou, or any members of your party, may cancel your holidayat any time provided that the cancellation Is made by the person who made the booking, and is communicated in writing, direct to Happy Days. As this incurs administrativecosts we will retain your deposit and, in addition, apply cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below:

42 to 29 days 40% 28 to 15 days 60% 14 days to 0 days 100%

NB. Insurance premiums are non-refundable. All depositsare non-refundable

6. Other Terms On holiday you may not bring a pet (other than Guide Dogsonly and by arrangement). You are responsible for ensuringthat you are at the departure point at the correct time, and wecannot be liable for any loss or expense suffered by passengers because of their late arrival at any departurepoint. On occasions due to different vehicle seating configurations, we may find it necessary to alter seating onthe coach. Excursions are included in most holidays andHappy Days reserve the right to determine the schedule,days of operation and if necessary may alter their contentwithout prior notice for the benefit of our clients, or due toevents beyond our control. No refund can be made to passengers not wishing to travel on inclusive excursions.

7. Unreasonable conductHappy Days reserves the unconditional right to refuse a booking or terminate a client’s holiday in the event of unreasonable conduct which in Happy Days’ opinion is likely to cause damage, distress, danger or annoyance toother clients, employees, property or to any third party. If youare prevented from travelling, or continuing your holiday bysuch a termination, Happy Days responsibility for your holiday ceases. Full cancellation charges will apply andHappy Days will be under no obligation for any refund, compensation or loss which you may incur.

8. Our responsibility to you if we change your holidayarrangementsWe plan our holidays many months in advance to ensure

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maximum enjoyment. Although unlikely, it is possible thatdue to circumstances beyond our control, e.g. hotel closures/sales of particular holiday not reaching a levelwhich would be economical for us to operate, some changesmay have to be made. Sometimes major changes are necessary. Where before departure we have to alter significantly an essential term of this contract, such as price,location of resort, quality of main hotel, or tour itinerarychanges involving a destination being eliminated, we willnotify you of the change as soon as possible. In such circumstances you will be given the following options:

a. To accept changes to the contract.

b. To take a substitute holiday of equivalent or superior quality if we are able to offer you one.

c. To take a substitute holiday of lower quality if we are able to offer you one and to recover from us thedifference between the price of the original holiday andthat of the substitute holiday.

d. To cancel and have repaid to you as soon as possible allthe monies paid by you under this contract.

If you choose (a), (b) or (c) we will pay you compensation onthe scale below. If you choose (d) we will refund all moniespaid by you, plus compensation on the scale below.

Period of notification given prior to departure date and compensation offered:Within 6 weeks - NIL. Within 2 weeks - £10. Within 1 week -£15. Note: compensation payments do not apply to changescaused by reason of war (or threat of war), riots, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, government legislation,natural and nuclear disaster and similar events beyond our control. No other claims for compensation or expenses willbe considered.

9. Customer careWe aim to provide you with the best holiday possible, but in the unlikely event that a problem shouldarise, this must be reported to your driver/hotel manager sothat we can resolve the matter on the spot. Once reported tothe driver and hotel but you feel that the complaint cannot beresolved during your holiday, please contact us within 28days of your arrival home, by writing to The CustomerRelations Department, Happy Days Coaches, Paton Drive,Tollgate Park, Stafford, ST16 3EF, stating clearly your bookingreference number, departure date, resort and the name ofhotel. With this information we will be able to deal with yourcomplaint promptly. The main objective is to resolve any disputes immediately while you are still on holiday.

10. Personal injury We also accept responsibility for the negligent acts and/oromissions, not only of our employees or agents, but also ofour suppliers and sub-contractors or agents (provided of

course that any such negligent act or omission is within thescope of, or in the course of their employment) in respect ofclaims arising as a result of death, bodily injury or illnesscaused to the person who signed the booking form and/orany other person on the booking form. Our liability is limitedto that provided by the relevant international convention.

11. Your holiday priceHoliday prices include all coach travel, hotel accommodationand meals specified in the holiday description and VAT at thecurrent rate where applicable. Morning coffee, afternoon tea(unless specified) and other refreshments are not included.Some hotels make a small additional charge for porterageand tea or coffee served after lunch and dinner. Gratuities tothe hotel staff and driver/couriers are discretionary.

Partial Price GuaranteesThe price of a confirmed booking is subject to fluctuationeither upward or downward, and in the event of a fluctuationthe price of a confirmed booking will change accordingly, butonly in respect of variations in transportation costs, includingthe cost of fuel and/or fuel tax, or dues and taxes includingchanges in VAT or any other Government imposed changes.In the event of an increase in price the company will absorban amount equivalent up to 2% of the holiday price excludinginsurance premiums and amendment charges. Should thevalue of any surcharge exceed 10 % of the original holidayprice you will be entitled to:

a. Cancel the holiday and have refunded to you the full monies paid in respect of the holiday excluding amendment fees.

b. To take a substitute holiday of equivalent or superior quality if we are able to offer you one.

c. To take a substitute holiday of lower quality if we are able to offer you one and to recover from us the difference inprices between the substitute and original holidays.

d. To accept the price change.

Should you decide to cancel due to the addition of a surcharge you must exercise your right to do so within 14days of being notified of the value of the surcharge.Surcharges will not be imposed within 30 days of departureunless the holiday is booked within that period.

Prices include all known costs at the time of publication.

12. Holiday insuranceAt Happy Days we are Appointed Representatives of ITCCompliance Limited who are fully authorized by the FinancialConduct Authority for the sale of travel insurance. For resi-dents of the United Kingdom, Happy Days have arrangedpackage travel insurance with Wrightsure Insurance Group,through whom we are able to offer insurance at very competitive rates. Although not compulsory on UK holidays,


we would strongly recommend our clients to consider insurance for their protection against unforeseen losseswhich may be incurred. Please ask for details.

13. Children’s reductionsOn all centred holidays reductions are normally available forchildren providing the child shares a room with two full farepaying passengers. Please enquire at the time of booking.

14. Luggage We ask you to keep luggage to one medium sized suitcaseper person weighing a maximum of 15 kilos, but a small bagcan also be taken on board the coach.

15. Seat allocation and specificationRequests for particular seats can be made on most holidayswhen booking, but since allocations are made on a first comefirst served basis, early booking is advisable. When bookingsare made with us you will be offered the best seats that are available on the coach at the time. There is a standard seating plan of the coach for each holiday, but it ispossible that, on occasions, for operational reasons a coachof different configuration may be used and we must, therefore, reserve the right to alter a seating plan and allo-cate seats other than those you have booked, although thiswill be avoided as far as possible. We shall have no liability inrelation to any such change of specification.

16. Care for the disabledThe holidays in this brochure have been carefully planned toinclude as much interest as possible. Inevitably some of theholidays include lengthy periods of travel and some walkingon sight-seeing excursions, and therefore may not be suitable for everybody. In the interests of safety for all concerned, passengers must have enough mobility to boardand alight from our coaches, with the minimum of assistance. Additionally, many of the hotels will have steps tocontend with and may not possess lifts, and although we willtry our best to look after disabled passengers, it is importantthat you inform our office at the time of booking of any medical condition that would affect your mobility or diet, inorder that we may pass on this important information towhom it may concern.

17. Special dietsYou may have special needs with regard to diet. If so, pleasemake sure that you inform us when booking. This will be notified to the hotel on your holiday and any extra costsincurred must be paid to the hotel by yourself before departure from the hotel. We cannot guarantee any hotelier’scompliance with dietary requests.

18. RoomsPrivate facilities, single or ground floor rooms: All of our holidays include, within the price, accommodation with private facilities. There is usually a limited number of groundor low floor rooms available and requests for this accommodation must be made at the time of booking.However, this type of accommodation cannot be guaranteed

and therefore cannot be a precondition of booking. On anyholiday there are only a limited number of single rooms, andif one is available it may be subject to a supplementarycharge. Please enquire at the time of booking.

19. EntertainmentSome of our hotels arrange entertainment which couldinclude music, dancing etc. However, the nature and frequency of the entertainment presented is at the discretionof the hotel and therefore not guaranteed and could be withdrawn if there is a lack of demand or insufficient numbers in the hotel.

DATA PROTECTION STATEMENTPlease be assured that we have measures in place to protectthe personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and relevantsuppliers of your travel arrangements. The information mayalso be provided to public authorities, or as required by law.Certain information may also be passed on to security orcredit checking companies. We do not store your card detailson our computer system.

ALL OF OUR COACHES ARE TOTALLY NON SMOKING

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS BROCHURE WAS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF GOING TO PRINT

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STAFFORD SAME SIDE AS RAILWAY STATION TIME STATEDSTAFFORD LEONS DEPOT, TOLLGATE +15 MINUTESSTONE TARGET WINDOWS +30 MINUTESTITTENSOR WINGHOUSE LANE BUS STOP +35 MINUTESTRENTHAM POACHERS COTTAGE +45 MINUTESNEWCASTLE BRUNSWICK STREET +60 MINUTESHANLEY HINDE STREET +75 MINUTES

HANLEY HINDE STREET TIME STATEDNEWCASTLE BRUNSWICK STREET +15 MINUTESTRENTHAM BUS STOP OPPOSITE POACHERS COTTAGE +30 MINUTESTITTENSOR BUS STOP OPPOSITE WINGHOUSE LANE, A34 +35 MINUTESSTONE STAFFORD RD BUS STOP (WALTON ISLAND) +45 MINUTESSTAFFORD LEONS DEPOT, TOLLGATE +60 MINUTESSTAFFORD BUS STOP OPPOSITE RAILWAY STATION +75 MINUTESPENKRIDGE CROWN BRIDGE +90 MINUTES

WALSALL HATHERTON ROAD, BLIND CENTRE TIME STATEDWALSALL WOOD BUS STOP NEAR KFC, LICHFIELD RD +20 MINUTES BROWNHILLS DOWNES NEWSAGENTS +30 MINUTESLICHFIELD BUS STATION +50 MINUTESCHASE TERRACE OPPOSITE WYCH ELM, BRIDGE CROSS RD +65 MINUTESHEATH HAYES TALBOT PUB, HEDNESFORD RD +75 MINUTESCANNOCK BUS STATION +85 MINUTESPENKRIDGE FESTIVAL GARDENS +100 MINUTES

CANNOCK BUS STATION TIME STATEDHEATH HAYES TALBOT PUB, HEDNESFORD RD +10 MINUTESCHASE TERRACE WYCHELM PUB, BRIDGE CROSS RD +20 MINUTESLICHFIELD BUS STATION +35 MINUTESBROWNHILLS OUTSIDE DOWNES NEWSAGENTS +55 MINUTESWALSALL WOOD BUS STOP LICHFIELD RD (STREETS CORNER) +65 MINUTESWALSALL HATHERTON RD, BLIND CENTRE +85 MINUTES

CANNOCK BUS STATION TIME STATEDBLOXWICH PARK ROAD +20 MINUTESWALSALL HATHERTON ROAD +40 MINUTESWALSALL WOOD BUS STOP NEAR KFC, LICHFIELD RD +55 MINUTES BROWNHILLS DOWNES NEWSAGENTS +60 MINUTESLICHFIELD BUS STATION +80 MINUTES

HANLEY HINDE STREETSTONE CROWN STREETSTAFFORD LEONS DEPOT, TOLLGATECANNOCK BUS STATIONLICHFIELD BUS STATIONWALSALL HATHERTON RD, BLIND CENTRE

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