Friday 3rd April - Sunday 5th April 2009

Friday 8th May - Sunday 10th May 2009

Friday 10th July - Sunday 12th July 2009

Friday 11th September - Sunday 13th September 2009

Friday 16th October - Sunday 18th October 2009

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Brighton
Chichester
Arundel
Winchester

DAY 1
We depart our local area and travel south to Winchester where we stop for lunch before continuing on to our destination, Worthing.

DAY 2
After travelling yesterday today we give you a coach-free day. A day at leisure in Worthing. Enjoy a stroll alongside floral displays, palm trees and great views of the coastline. A wander along the pier will give you a different view of the town, or maybe visit the excellent shopping centre.

DAY 3
Today we travel inland to the South Downs Heritage Centre, near Hassocks to learn more about the rural life of Sussex. We take time for a coffee and a snack in the Olive Tree cafe before leaving and heading back to the coast for an afternoon in Brighton. Nestling between the South Downs & the Channel on the stunning south coast, Brighton is a rich mix of Regency heritage, boutique shopping, arts, beachfront cool & year round events. Brighton really does have it all.

DAY 4
After breakfast we leave for chichester - a 'unique city surrounded by outstanding countryside'. While in Chichester be sure to visit the Cathedral and Guildhall and perhaps take a stroll round the City Walls. We return to Worthing late afternoon for time to relax before dinner.

DAY 5
Sadly we leave Worthing, and travel to Arundel where we stop for an hour or two before beginning our journey homewards, arriving in the local area early evening.

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HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Betws-y-Coed
Llangollen and Horseshoe Pass
Bangor and Anglesey
Llandudno and Conwy
Chester


LEGACY HOTEL THE ROYAL VICTORIA
The Legacy Royal Victoria Hotel is uniquely placed on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park within 30 acres of our very own gardens and woodlands. Being cradled between two lakes Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris as well as the Welsh mountains our location is quite simply breathtaking. All the spacious bedrooms are en-suite, with satellite television, complimentary hospitality trays, hairdryers and direct dial telephone.

The Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis, Gwynedd, LL55 4TY Tel: 0870 832 9903

DAY 1
We depart our local area and travel north to Shrewsbury for a lunch stop and leisure time before continuing on to our destination, Llanberis.

DAY 2
Today we head off on a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park to Betws-y-Coed on the edge of Gwydr Forest Park. After some free time we head on to Llangollen which nestles in the beautiful Dee Valley. Llangollen and the Dee Valley has probably the richest collection of myths and legends, historical figures and stunning landscapes along with some of the best visitor attractions - with the renowned Llangollen Steam Railway leading the way. The horse-drawn boats on the Llangollen Canal are one of the oldest attractions in the country. We return to Llanberis after travelling up the famous Horseshoe Pass.

DAY 3
This morning we head up towards the coast and the town of Bangor. Take a wander down the pier which was saved from dereliction when the City Council bought it for a 1p and resotred it to its Victorisan Glory. After a coffee we make our way over hte bridge across the Menai Strait that separates mainland North Wales and the Isle of Anglesey. The beautiful Isle of Anglesey boasts over 100 miles of spectacular coastline within an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. Anglesey is steeped in a rich archaeological and historical heritage.

DAY 4
Again today we head northwards and to the coast. First stop is Conwy. There are mountains, rocky ridges, waterfalls and a World Heritage Site. Conwy's castle and town walls are some of the best examples in Europe. You will see miles of beautiful coastline, in an area renowned for its art, music, shopping and home-grown food. More country walks than you shake a stick at. We leave Conwy behind and make our way on to Llandudno, the biggest and best-loved seaside resort in Wales. Take in the knockout views of Anglesey and Snowdonia from the quieter West Shore. Or head to the Great Orme and discover the Bronze Age Mine, herd of Kashmir goats and colonies of sea irds. We walk the paths and trails, ride the cable for the best views.

DAY 5
Sadly we leave Llanberis, and travel homewards visiting Chester on the way, arriving in the local area early evening.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Leeds Castle
Sissinghurst Gardens
Penhurst Place
Canterbury

RAMADA HOTEL & RESORT
This is the perfect base to discover the ‘Gardens of Kent’ having just completed a £1.5 million refurbishment. Comfortable bedrooms with flat screen TV everything to make your stay more enjoyable. Hotel facilities include Indoor Swimming Pool, Jaccuzi spa bath,sauna and solarium.

Ramada Hotel Hollingbourne Maidstone Kent Tel 0844 815 9045

DAY 1
We travel to the historic city of Rochester for our lunch stop before making our way to Maidstone and the Ramada hotel.

DAY 2
Leeds castle, set on two islands on the River Len in the heart of Kent, has been the home of royalty, lords and ladies for over a 1000 years. Set in 500 acres of beautiful grounds it is known as the "Loveliest Castle in the World".After our visit to Leeds castle we make our way to one of the most romantic gardens in England, Sissinghurst. This internationally renowned garden was developed by Vita Sackville-West and Sir Harold Nichcolson around the surviving parts of a Elizabethen mansion. A garden full of colour resulting in an intimate and romantic atmosphere.

DAY 3
Today we make the short journey to Royal Tunbridge Wells. In Georgian this popular spa town gained a reputation as the place to see and be seen amongst royalty and fashionable members of the aristocracy, it still retains much of the charm and elegance of its Georgian heyday. From Tunbridge Wells we travel to Penhurst Place one of the oldest privately owned gardens in England and it remains much as it was when constructed by Sir Henry Sidney in the Elizabethan era.

DAY 4
Chaucer’s Canterbury is our destination today. Dominated by its Norman cathedral, it is still a place of pilgrimage for many people and with its many ancient buildings it still retains its old world charm. The Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury and has a history dating back to 597AD. In 1170 Thomas Becket was murdered in the Cathedral.

DAY 5
After breakfast we bid farewell to Kent and make our way back to Wiltshire.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Beamish Open Air Museum
Northumbria Heritage Coast
Alnwick Gardens
Durham
Newcastle

HOTEL: THE LEGACY SPRINGFIELD HOTEL
An unique hotel that provides a perfect blend of character, comfort and relaxation. Each of the 61 en-suite bedrooms has satellite television, direct dial telephone, iron and ironing board, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.

The Legacy Springfield hotel, Durham Road, Gateshead, NE9 5BT Tel: 0870 832 9948

DAY 1
We travel north to the Springfield Hotel, Gateshead. (Having comfort and Lunch stops en-route)

DAY 2
Today after Breakfast we head up to Newcastle upon Tyne where you will have time to explore Newcastle’s Castle Keep and enjoy a bird's eye view (and a well earned breather!!) of the city and River Tyne from the top. The medieval Keep occupies the position of the earlier Roman fort of Pons Aelius. Newcastle has a wonderful city centre for those less energetic. After lunch we make our way south to Durham, passin ghte 'Angel of the North'. The spectacular Norman cathedral and castle at Durham are World Heritage Sites. The cathedral is the last resting place of St Bede, St Cuthbert and the head of St Oswald. For more up-to-date entertainment visit the Durham Indoor Market. We return to the hotel with time for a relax before the evening meal.

DAY 3
Today we spend the day at Beamish Open Air Museum, where the past comes to life, Beamish is no ordinary museum. It shows you lives and the working experience of life as it was in the Great North in the early 1800s anf 1900s. We return to the hotel with time for a relax before the evening meal.

DAY 4
Today we head northwards to visit Alnwick Gardens. Set within the original 18th Century garden you will find over 65000 individual plants as the traditional garden design mixes with modern ideas. See the latest addition to the gardens - a Treehouse, noted to be the largest in the world. After lunch we head on to the superb Northumbrian Heritage Coast designated and 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. We will be able to see Holy Island, if the tides allow we aim to visit the Island which is home to Lindisfarne Priory. We return to the hotel for our evening meal

DAY 5
Sadly we leave Gateshead and return south, (with lunch and comfort stops on route) arriving in the local area early evening.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Chatsworth House
Matlock Bath
Crich National Tramway Museum

MICKLEOVER COURT
The Mickleover Court is a stylish hotel with high standards. All its contemporary rooms have full facilities. There is a luxurious indoor leisure complex which includes a swimming pool, steam room, sauna, solarium and large gym.There are two bars and two award winning restaurants.

DAY 1
We travel to Stafford for our lunch stop before making our way to Mickleover Court near Derby.

DAY 2
Today we visit one of the most famous historic houses in Britain- Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Chatsworth has many attractions, the exquisite house and all its historic and modern treasures, the many beautiful gardens and water features, the farmyard or if you feel like a challenge there is the wonderful maze in the garden.

DAY 3
Our excursion today takes us to the National Tramway Museum at Crich. Vintage Trams journey to and fro down a cobbled street pass the former Derby Assembly rooms before passing under the Bowes-Lyon bridge and climbing a mile and half of track that provides breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside. Take a stroll along the Woodland Walk & Sculpture trail or visit the Workshop Viewing Gallery. You will also find Shops, Tea Rooms, a Restaurant and Pub at the Museum.

DAY 4
Today we visit one of Derbyshire’s most popular attractions Matlock Bath. A tourist resort since 1698 when warm springs were discovered, Matlock Bath is just as popular today with locals and tourists alike. The Heights of Abraham can be reached by cable car, at the top you will find a coffee shop, restaurant and picnic area all taking advantage of the superb view. Other attractions include the Mining Museum, a Model Railway of the Peak District and an Aquarium. From Matlock to Buxton Cultural Capital of the Peak district. World famous for its Spa Water, Buxton has plenty to offer. From wonderful architecture (including the Crescent, the Ornamental gardens and the Opera house) to a wealth of shops. It is also an ideal base for climbing, caving, biking and walking.

DAY 5
After breakfast we return to Wiltshire, stopping in Stratford-upon-Avon for lunch.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (Include in Price).
Alloway (Robbie Burns Birthplace)
Ayr
Newton Stewart
Wigtown
Bruse's Stone
Isle of Arran

MENZIES IRVINE HOTEL
Menzies Irvine hotel is an ideal base for exploring the area. All rooms are en-suite with full facilities. A contemporary Basserie restaurant, relaxing cocktail bar, lagoon pool and a 9 hole junior golf course are among the hotels other facilities.

DAY 1
We travel north to the Menzies Irvine Hotel our home for the next 5 nights arriving late afternoon.

DAY 2
A free day to explore Irvine which dates back to 1140 when it was given Burgh status under King David I. Irvine today is a bustling town, its Harbour has undergone spectacular regeneration and the Scottish Maritime Museum has also had major development, Irvine’s leisure centre is the largest in Scotland. Rivergate is the towns modern day shopping centre.

DAY 3
Today we visit Alloway birthplace of Robbie Burns. The thatched cottage, built in 1757 by his father has been restored and contains many relics of his time, there is also a museum beside the cottage that contains many interesting pieces. Also worth a visit is the Tam o’Shanter Experience where you can learn about Burns life and work. The seaside town of Ayr is our next port of call, a harbour that for centuries was the most important on the west coast of Scotland, a racecourse dating back to 1770, all the trappings of a seaside resort and you end up with a town that has something for everyone.

DAY 4
After breakfast we tour the local area, we head for Galloway Forest and Clatteringshaws Visitor Centre where we take the short walk to Bruce’s Stone. The picturesque market town of Newton Stewart is where we make a stop for lunch. After lunch we make the short journey to Wigtown ( Scotlands book town ) for a short visit before returning to Irvine by way of Girvan and the west coast.

DAY 5
A short ferry crossing will take us from Ardrossan to Brodick on the Isle of Arran where we tour its coastline passing through pretty villages and contrasting scenery, from green rolling hills and woodland in the south to rugged mountains in the north.

DAY 6
After breakfast sadly we leave Scotland and return to Wiltshire.