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Northumberland Hidden Delights - Lots of Singles

Fri 06/03/26 - 4 Days

NORTHUMBERLAND HIDDEN DELIGHTS.  Discover romantic castles, barely-visited beaches, pretty little market towns, seaside hidden bays and books to delight the most avid reader and enjoy endless experiences.  Northumberland is best known for its rich historical heritage and stunning natural landscapes.   Due to its location at the frontier between England and Scotland, Northumberland boasts a uniquely rich and intricate history, including the Border Wars. This history is still visible today, with over 70 castle sites still standing – more than any other county in EnglandDurham.  Immerse yourself in history as you discover Durham - a magnificent medieval city and landscape dotted with castles, museums and spectacular natural landmarks.  It's a beautiful, historic city with a unique atmosphere, making it a great destination for tourists from all parts of the world. Highlights include Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as the pretty River Wear, charming cobbled streets, and vibrant city centre with shops, cafes galore.Bamburgh is often cited as Northumberland's prettiest village, famed for its dramatic castle and expansive sandy beach along with the incredibly interesting Grace Darling Museum.   Bamburgh Castle is owned by the Armstrong family, specifically Francis Watson-Armstrong.  He is the fifth generation of the Armstrong family to be custodians of the castle. The castle has been in the Armstrong family's possession since it was purchased by William Armstrong in 1894. Alnwick is like stepping into a fairytale town.   Just a short walk through Alnwick’s winding cobbled streets and past the archway of Bondgate Without, the only remaining chunk of the town walls, will take you to Barter Books, the largest second hand book shop in the UK.  Settle into an armchair by the open fire and grab yourself a coffee as you immerse yourself in the literary world while toy trains chug above you.  There is also Alnwick Market, which is held every Thursday and Saturday. The market takes place in the town's market place.  Amble is a coastal town known as the friendliest port with a working harbour overlooking coquet island where you can get boat trips to and from.   It's located at the mouth of the River Coquet and is a gateway to the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is popular with tourists, offering attractions like Coquet Island's seabird colony, a busy fishing harbor, and a vibrant high street.  White Swan Hotel, Alnwick 3*.   The White Swan Hotel is a charming 300 year old coaching inn, set in the heart of the historic market town of Alnwick, situated on Bondgate Within this hotel is a stones throw away from Alnwick Castle and Gardens.  With its decor direct from the Titanic's sister ship the Olympic and its Olympus Restaurant with its beautiful architecture this is a lovely historic building along with Hardys Bar where you can sit and relax with a drink in hand or go for a wander through the walled arch to Bondgate Without and make your way to the largest second hand book shop in the UK Barter Books where you can easily wile away a few hours or more.   Whats included Escorted Luxury Coach Travel with reserved seating Experienced Tour Driver & Courier Extra legroom and comfortable seats USB charging points and Free WiFi onboard the coach 3 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast 15 Single Rooms - no supplement 3 nights entertainment to include a Gin & Spirit Tasting Session and Bingo & Quiz Refreshments served onboard the coach (small fee) Porterage included Please note,Due to the historic grading of this hotel there is no lift.  However, Bedrooms are all situated on the first floor.  Bamburgh Castle due to its cliff top location does have stairs in and out of the various rooms. Excursions. LeyburnAmbleBamburgh CastleDurham

Skipton & Saltaire

Wed 11/03/26 - 1 Day

Join us for an enjoyable day out to the lovely towns of Skipton and Saltaire with time to enjoy the wonderful market town of Skipton with its 4-weekly market and over 900 years of history with its medieval castle and its lovely canal, the Leeds/Liverpool canal.Following our morning in Skipton we make our way to the historic village of Saltaire where you can wander the historic Salt Mills with its collection of David Hockney Art a locally born artist renowned the world over.  Whats includedLuxury Escorted Return Coach TravelExperienced Driver and CourierUSB charging points and free WiFi onboard the coachMorning at leisure in Skipton to enjoy the marketAfternoon in Saltaire 

Sunlight in Liverpool Weekend

Sat 14/03/26 - 2 Days

SUNLIGHT IN LIVERPOOL WEEKENDCome and enjoy a wonderful weekend away to the wonderful city of Liverpool with its Liver Birds, Ferry across the Mersey, Cathedrals and Beatles connections with time to visit the purpose built village of Port Sunlight, built for the Sunlight Soap Workers and designed in select unique stylish architectural designs. Port Sunlight Port Sunlight is arguably the finest surviving example of early urban planning and has remained largely intact since it was founded by William Hesketh Lever in 1888. The village is home to more than 900 Grade II listed buildings set in 130 acres of parkland and gardens.   There were more than 30 different architects who designed the buildings, monuments and memorials.   Take a walk around the beautiful village, or for those Art lovers in you visit the Lady Lever Art Gallery or just enjoy a visit to one of the largest war memorials and all the the historic buildings, school house and parks and learn all about the lives of the people who worked and lived in Port Sunlight at the Museum during the time when William Lever and his family ran the Sunlight Soap Factory and perhaps purchase a bar or two of the well known soap as a gift.  Enjoy a guided tour on board our coach of this beautiful village. Liverpool Liverpool has a long and significant history as a major port city, with its docks playing a vital role in trade.  The city is the birthplace of the iconic band, The Beatles, and has a thriving music scene that continues to this day.   Liverpool boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, including numerous art galleries, such as Tate Liverpool, Maritime Museums and Slavery Museum, two cathedrals, two football grounds and theatres with lots of park lands and open space to relax in.  The city is known for its stunning waterfront along the Albert Dock and Pier Head with famous buildings including the Royal Liver Building, the Cunard Building, and the Port of Liverpool Building, known collectively as the Three Graces, as they grace the Liverpool skyline.   The Titanic was fitted out in Liverpool and the former HQ to the White Star Line is in Liverpool, now a boutique hotel.  Liverpool is a popular tourist destination and people from all over the world visit this incredible city.    Why not try the local delicacy called Scouse whilst visiting, take a ride across the River Mersey with Gerry and the Pacemakers and visit the Beatles experience at the Albert Dock or The Cavern Club on Mathew Street. or just hop on one of the sightseeing buses around the city or do a Beatles tour, the choice is yours.   With so much to see and do you will enjoy taking your time to explore.   Beaufort Park Hotel and Conference Centre, Mold.    Is situated in New Brighton on the English/Welsh Border near the small town of Mold, an easy drive to Historic Chester, Lively Liverpool, Port Sunlight and New Brighton plus more.  With 106 Bedrooms to choose from, all situated either on the ground floor or the first floor. (First floor rooms are accessed by one flight of stairs - No Lift), all of which provide you with en-suite facilities, direct dial telephone, remote control television, trouser press, hairdryer, hospitality tray, night porter service and 24 hour room service.  The Arches Bar and Restaurant is the ideal place to relax with a drink or on those warm summer evenings why not relax in their pretty garden with new gazebo.

North Star Luncheon & Filey July 2026

Sat 21/03/26 - 1 Day

Filey,  This beautiful small town on the North Yorkshire Coast is well worth a visit.   A pretty town with Filey Brig stretching into the sea and the Crescent Gardens inbetween the seafront and the town centre.  The smallest of the resorts on this coastline, but one of the nicest.North Star, After a short blow away of the cobwebs and a stretch of those legs we make our way into Flamborough down by the North Landing to the North Star Restaurant and Hotel for our included 2-Course Luncheon.  The North Star is one of our most popular lunch stops and day excursions with some fabulous food and a choice from the trolley for dessert with, some time to have a stroll down to the North Landing once your meal is complete to walk off that dessert 🍰 These days out are incredibly popular.  Therefore we recommend early booking!Whats included Escorted Luxury Coach Travel with reserved seating Experienced Tour Driver & Courier Comfortable seats onboard USB charging points at each seat and Free WiFi onboard Refreshments served onboard the coach (small fee) - subject to courier availability Free time at Filey 2-Course Luncheon at the North Star Main CoursePoached Fillet of Salmon with Prawn SauceBraised Chicken Breast with Red Wine & Mushroom SauceRoast Pork Loin, apple sauce, seasoning & Yorkshire PuddingHomemade Steak PieVegetarian Lasagne & Garlic BreadCold York Ham, Cheese & Pineapple SaladA Selection of Desserts to be chosen from the trolley on the dayTea or CoffeeLicenced Bar (Not Included)

Potters Resort Five Lakes, All Inclusive Full Board 2026

Mon 23/03/26 - 5 Days

Come and spend a relaxing week away at one of the UK's 5* All Inclusive Resorts in the Essex Countryside.    When we say Full Board and All Inclusive, we really do mean All Inclusive.   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Supper are included.  Luxury bedrooms with large zip & link style beds or large double or twin rooms available.  All drinks alcoholic and soft drinks, non- alcoholic, including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, latte, soft drinks and much more are all included (exception top shelf drinks).All activities included, for example, Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room, Fully Equipped Gym, Rifle Shooting, Archery, Crown Green Bowling, Go-Karting and Boating (subject to season), pool tables, dart boards, giant connect four games, quizzes, bingo, dance classes and crafting sessions plus lots more.All entertainment included every night with the Potters own Entertainment Team, who are easily as good as any West End Performance plus special guests at various times of the year.Potters Resorts, of which there are only two in the UK, are the ultimate relaxing getaway, ideal for couples, groups of friends and single people alike with accessible entry ways and lifts to all floors in the Hotel and Village Rooms available both ground floor and first floor just a short walk from the main hotel building all overlooking the countryside or golf course.Whats includedLuxury Escorted Coach Travel with experienced driver and courierComfortable seats and extra legroomUSB charging Points at every seat onboard the coachFree WiFi on board the coach4 nights Dinner Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Supper with a free glass of Prosecco, Rose, Red or White, Wine included at Lunch and DinnerAll Activities both indoor and outdoorAll entertainment (excludes bingo tickets)Two half day excursions - Tiptree Museum and MaldonKitchen on board the coach where refreshments are served (extra)

Macclesfield Treacle Market

Sun 29/03/26 - 1 Day

Macclesfield Treacle Market  A bustling monthly market in Macclesfield’s cobbled Marketplace and streets around.  With more than 160 stalls of unique crafts, exceptional food & drink and vintage finds. Treacle Market takes place on the last Sunday of each month.  Macclesfield's market is called the "Treacle Market"  because of a legend about a centuries-old acccident where a horse-drawn wagon, carrying trreacle overturnedand spilled its sticky cargo onto the towns cobbles  . The name "Treacletown" also refers to this story. Whats includedLuxury Coach Travel with experienced driver and courierExtra legroom and comfortable seats on board the coachFree WiFi on board the coach and USB charging points at each seatRefreshments served onboard the coach (small fee)Free time to explore Macclesfield and its famous Treacle Market

Tina Turner the Musical Leeds Grand Theatre

Thu 02/04/26 - 1 Day

The Tina Turner Musical, is on its first ever UK & Ireland tour.  From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi-award winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them, winning 12 Grammy Awards.  Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits, including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High, discover the heart and soul behind the queen of rock ‘n’ roll.  Experience her inspiring story live on stage as this exhilarating celebration reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to dream fiercely, shatter barriers and defy the bounds of age, gender and race to conquer the world against all odds.   Time for shopping and lunch before the 2.30pm matinee performance.Whats includedLuxury Escorted Return Coach TravelExperienced Driver and CourierUSB charging points and free WiFi onboard the coachMatinee Tickets to see Tina Turner the Musical Matinee Performance at the Grand Theatre in LeedsUpper Circle SeatsFree time to shop in Leeds and have lunch prior to the 14.30 performance.Please book early to avoid missing out!

Rutland Water Cream Tea Cruise & Melton Mowbray

Wed 08/04/26 - 1 Day

Rutland Water & Rutland Cruises is a family-run business operating boat trips since 1986, cruising around the reservoir during daylight hours  Sails the North Shore to the South Shore.  Visitors can enjoy the scenery from the water, amidst the sailors, anglers and waterbirds, whilst listening to commentary highlighting points of interest at the same time enjoying a lovely Cream Tea with Scone, Jam and Cream including Tea or Coffee.Melton Mowbray  Melton Mowbray has everything.  Whilst known worldwide for their Pork Pies and Stilton Cheese, and across Britain as the nation's Rural Capital of Food, there's so much more to this quintessential English town and its impressive surroundings.  It is an oasis in the glorious rolling Leicestershire countryside, with 70 beautiful villages dotted around the borough. Melton is centrally located and exceptionally well connected. Get ready to soak up the rich heritage this town has to offer.Whats included:Luxury coach travel with experienced driver/courierComfortable Seating on board the coachFree WiFi and USB charging points at each seat on board the coachLeisure time in Melton MowbrayCream Tea and cruise on board the Rutland Belle

Grasmere & Keswick in the Lakes

Sat 11/04/26 - 1 Day

Grasmere  Grasmere is perhaps best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found." Set alongside Grasmere Lake, Grasmere is shrouded by a panorama of fells and mountains that provide the atmosphere so beloved of Wordsworth and the Romantic lakeland poets.  The poetic heart of the Lakes, where William and Dorothy Wordsworth lived and taught. The old schoolhouse is now the famous Grasmere Gingerbread shop, the perfect spot for a bit of a treat before heading out for the day. St. Oswald's Church sits across the street with the lovely Wordsworth Daffodil Memorial Garden around the outside.Keswick  Keswick is a small and quaint market town brimming with authentic old shops and traditional pubs. It’s the most northerly of the Lake District’s towns.  Just a ten-minute walk from Lake Derwent (or Derwentwater), affectionately called the ‘Queen of the Lakes,’ Keswick is encircled by fells like Catbells and Skiddaw, England’s fourth highest mountain.  There is a fantastic museum in Keswick The Derwent Pencil Museum, which sounds dull but it’s actually quite interesting, highlighting Keswick’s significant role in the pencil-making industry thanks to its rich graphite deposits and is home to the largest pencil in the world plus lots more.Whats IncludedLuxury Executive Coach TravelExperienced driver and courierFree Wifi on board the coachUSB Charging points at every seatKitchen where we serve refreshments (small fee)Time in GrasmereTime to explore Keswick

Idyllic Ilfracombe - Lots of Singles

Mon 20/04/26 - 5 Days

IDYLLIC ILFRACOMBE - Lots of Singles, no supplement.A wonderful five day break to Ilfracombe – perhaps the perfect, timeless Devon resort. Enjoy the quaint fishing village of Lynmouth, with its picturesque harbour and Lynton with its Victorian and Edwardian buildings, along with a visit to wonderful Woolacombe with its vibrant beaches, small village centre with lots of shops, cafes and pub on our included excursions.Ilfracombe - The resort retains all of its Edwardian and Victorian charm and has plenty of activities and attractions to suit your taste, including award-winning Ilfracombe Aquarium, the unique Tunnels Beaches, fascinating Ilfracombe Museum, St Nicholas Chapel and nearby Chambercombe Manor.Lynton & Lynmouth  We spend some time in the picturesque villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, known as England's "Little Switzerland".  The twin villages of Lynton & Lynmouth are idylic villages.  Lynton is a small Victorian Town and Lynmouth a historic fishing village.  Linking the two towns is the unique, water-powered cliff top railway.  Lynton & Lynmouth are the perfect destinations for those seeking unforgettable experiences, the funicular cliff railway between the two villages is the perfect way to see both villages and with a selection of quirky independent shops these villages are wonders to behold.  Woolacombe & Barnstaple There is so much to explore in this pretty little village with shops and beaches, not forgetting its picturesque harbour and Woolacombe's great expansive beach.  Relax and sit on one of these magnificent beaches or take a stroll on the coastal path to see the beautiful views the Devon coastline has to offer.  It is a small coastal village, with plenty of things to see and do - shops, pubs, cafes, restaurants, amusement arcade, cinema plus lots more.  Along with Woolacombe we visit the lovely market town of Barnstaple with its covered pannier market place and collection of independent shops this is a pretty town to visit.Accommodation.  Dilkhusa Grand Hotel, Ilfracombe - Well located on the level seafront, only a short stroll from the town centre and 10th century harbour, the Dilkhusa Grand Hotel promises wonderfully comfortable accommodation, splendid evening entertainment a warm welcome and high standards of service.  With lifts to all floors.Whats included Luxury Escorted Coach travel with reserved seating - (comfortable seats with extra legroom) Escorted Tour with experienced driver and courier USB Charging Points and Free WiFi onboard the coach Four nights dinner, bed and breakfast at the Dilkhusa Grand Hotel, Ilfracombe Evening entertainment programme Excursion to pretty Lynton & Lynmouth  Excursion to Woolacombe and Barnstaple. Day at leisure in Ilfracombe Refreshments served onboard the coach enroute (small fee)