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237 Manchester Road, Ince, Wigan, WN2 2EA
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LLANDUDNO
LLANDUDNO WEEKEND
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for the Victorian EXTRAVAGANZA £159
Staying at the GRAND ASH HOTEL
3 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast No single supplement
The Grand Ash Hotel is situated on a tree lined
avenue just five minutes stroll to the promenade,
pier and town centre.
Start the day with a hearty breakfast and in the
evening look forward to a mouth watering evening
dinner.
All rooms are en-suite, T.V, tea and coffee
making facilities, lift to all floors and 2 nights
entertainment.
DEPARTURE:
Friday, 1st May
SATURDAY FULL DAY EXCURSION
SUNDAY FULL DAY IN LLANDUDNO FOR THE VICTORIAN
EXTRAVAGANZA
LLANDUDNO SUMMER BREAK
Staying at the ST. KILDA HOTEL
3 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Single supplement £3 per night
Relax and enjoy the luxury of a 3 night
break at the St. Kilda Hotel. Situated at the
very centre of the promenade. You couldn’t
be nearer to the sea.
The St. Kilda has been a family run hotel for
25 years and have a great team of staff to
look after you.
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DEPARTURE: Thursday, 6th August
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This creates a uniquely warm and
friendly atmosphere from the moment
you arrive when you are welcomed with
complimentary tea and home-made scones the perfect start to a relaxing break.
FRIDAY, Day 2. After breakfast we leave
the hotel for a full day WELSH TOUR. We
return to the hotel, time to freshen up
before our evening dinner again followed
by live entertainment.
Live entertainment every night, all rooms
en-suite, porterage from the moment you
arrive, tea and coffee making facilities,
colour TV, lift to all floors. The perfect
venue for your summer break.
SATURDAY, Day 3. Free day, time to
explore the resort - why not take a tram
ride up to the Great Orme with fantastic
views over the headland and Little Orme,
or just stroll along the lovely Victorian pier
and promenade. Evening dinner followed
by live entertainment.
THURSDAY, Day 1. Morning departure we
travel through Cheshire and into Wales
calling at the very popular TWEED MILL
for a coffee stop and some shopping.
We continue our journey to arrive at the
hotel for evening dinner followed by live
entertainment.
SUNDAY, Day 4. After a hearty breakfast
we leave the hotel for our homeward
journey calling at the pretty riverside
resort of Llangollen.
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HILTON HOTEL, STRATHCLYDE
DEPARTURE:
Friday, 28th August
£219
2 Nights Bed and Breakfast.
Evening meal on Friday
Single supplement £20 per night
The Hilton Hotel set between the
bustling metropolitan cities of Glasgow
and Edinburgh. The rooms are designed
with comfort and convenience in mind,
providing a place to unwind after a busy
day. Dine in the modern restaurant and
relax in the lounge/bar. Alternatively enjoy
the hotels leisure facilities with swimming
pool, gym, sauna and whirlpool.
We depart Friday morning and travel
through Lancashire, Cumbria and into
Scotland calling at the lovely village of
Moffat. We continue our journey to arrive
at the hotel, time to freshen up before our
evening meal.
Saturday morning we start the day with a
full Scottish breakfast and leave the hotel
mid morning for our journey to Edinburgh -
Only
£219
time to explore or perhaps a little shopping.
A rendezvous point will be arranged for
transport to the Tattoo, after which we
drive back to the hotel.
Sunday after breakfast we leave the hotel
for our journey home.
What Grayway includes:
✔ 2 nights bed & Scottish breakfast
✔ Evening meal on Friday
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Ticket to the Tattoo
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ISLE OF WIGHT
OCEAN HOTEL, SANDOWN
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 11th July
Monday, 5th October
7 nights
5 nights
£435
£289
Fro
£289m
No single supplement
Sea view supplement £5 per person per night
The Ocean Hotel situated right on the
sea front, with spacious facilities and
charming palm fringed gardens.
Excellent choice of food in the attractive
and stylish dining room which overlooks
the garden and bay.
All bedrooms are en-suite with T.V and
coffee/tea making facilities, many with
wonderful sea views. All main floors are
accessible by a lift.
A social atmosphere - ‘The Colonial
Lounge Bar’ where everyone can meet be entertained, relax in comfort and
enjoy a dance with nightly entertainment.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Half board accommodation
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ 7 night tour 1 full day & 2 half day excursions
✔ 5 night tour - 2 full day excursions
✔ Ferry crossing
ROYAL PIER HOTEL, SANDOWN
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 11th July
Monday, 5th October
7 nights
5 nights
£359
£269
Fro
£269m
No single supplement
Sea view supplement £5 per person per night
The Royal Pier Hotel is a family run
hotel and is ideally positioned on the
seafront. It was originally built by the
Victorians for Princess Beatrice as her
summer residence, later it became a
very popular meeting place for travellers
who followed in the path of royalty to
walk the pier and enjoy the invigorating
fresh sea air.
The hotel has a fine standard of décor,
accommodation, comfort and food.
Each room has a TV, tea/coffee making
facilities and a lift to all floors.
Luxury indoor heated swimming pool is
open daily and also a Spa Pool.
Two bars - the Beatrice bar for a quiet
drink or the Jubilee bar which hosts the
nightly entertainment.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Half board accommodation
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ 7 night tour 1 full day & 2 half day excursions
✔ 5 night tour - 2 full day excursions
✔ Ferry crossing
EASTBOURNE
HADLEIGH HOTEL
From
£239
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 18th July
7 nights
Monday, 7th September 4 nights
£399
£239
No single supplement
Reductions for children when sharing with two adults
The Hadleigh Hotel is ideally situated
just 60 yards from the Grand Parade,
Eastbourne’s sea front promenade and
only minutes away from the Bandstand
and Carpet Gardens.
A warm welcome awaits you at the
Hadleigh Hotel, a promise of friendly and
attentive service throughout your stay.
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Attractively furnished bedrooms which
are all served by a lift. Colour TV and
hospitality trays and central heating.
Bright and attractive restaurant offers a
choice of tempting dishes.
Entertainment and dancing can be
enjoyed on most evenings.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Half board accommodation
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ 7 night tour 1 full day & 2 half day excursions
✔ 4 night tour 1 full day & 1 half day excursions
IRELAND
WICKLOW the GARDEN OF IRELAND & DUBLIN
PARK VIEW HOTEL, COUNTY WICKLOW
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centre of St. James’s Gate Brewery, which
has been home to the black stuff since
1759. Returning to the hotel in time for our
evening meal.
MONDAY, Day 4
After breakfast we leave the hotel to start
our homeward journey, again sailing from
Dublin to Holyhead.
Fitzgerald’s Pub offering traditional Irish
food and a great pint of Guinness.
Friday, 9th October
£254 We then travel through the spectacular
Mountains to the ancient town
3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Irish Wicklow
of Glendalough, the ‘honeypot’ of the
Breakfast
National Park, a combination of stunning
scenery and fascinating history make it one
Single supplement £5 per night
of the most popular tourist destinations
in Ireland. The name Glendalough means
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‘valley of two lakes’- truly one of the most
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beautiful places in Ireland and a highlight of
any trip. Returning to our hotel in time for
FRIDAY, Day 1
evening meal.
We travel to the port of Holyhead for our
sea crossing to Dublin Port. Once on the
SUNDAY, Day 3
island we continue to our hotel, in time for After breakfast we leave the hotel for a
evening meal.
full day excursion - to the fantastic city
of DUBLIN - Dublin has it all, wonderful
SATURDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel for a full shopping, dining, nightlife and of course
day excursion - Travelling along the Wicklow fantastic characters!
coast to the pretty village of Avoca - which
There’s so much on offer - must see sights
was the setting for the popular TV series
include - shopping on Grafton Street,
‘Ballykissangel’.
Trinity College, the iconic Ha’penny Bridge,
On arrival at Avoca we head to the famous not forgetting the Temple Bar district.
Located in the heart of Dublin is the Old
Avoca hand weavers, the oldest working
mill in Ireland for the tour of the mill. After Jameson Distillery - well worth a visit also
the Guinness Storehouse, located in the
which, time to explore the village or visit
DEPARTURE:
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Including ferry crossings
✔ Avoca Hand Weavers Mill Tour
WATERFORD - KILKENNY & DUBLIN
TALBOT HOTEL, CARLOW
DEPARTURE:
Thursday, 28th May
£299
3 Nights Dinner, Bed and Irish
Breakfast
Single supplement £10 per night
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Located in the heart of Dublin is the Old
Jameson Distillery - well worth a visit, also
the Guinness Storehouse, situated in the
centre of St. James’s Gate Brewery, which
has been home to the black stuff since
1759. Returning to our hotel in time for
evening meal.
SATURDAY, Day 3
After breakfast we leave the hotel
and travel to the pretty town of NEW
We travel to the port of Holyhead for our ROSS situated on the beautiful pastoral
landscape of Barrow River Valley. Here you
sea crossing to Dublin Port. Once on the
can explore the Dunbrody Emigrant Ship,
island we continue our journey to the
a replica of a typical ‘famine ship’ which
hotel, time to freshen up before evening
transported thousands of Irish emigrants
dinner. Evening free, time to relax after
to America. After which we continue our
the journey.
journey to WATERFORD - Ireland’s oldest
FRIDAY, Day 2
city, standing on the edge of the River
After breakfast we leave the hotel for our Suir, looking over to Merchants Quay
visit to the exciting city of DUBLIN. There’s and the facade of the city’s past, with
so much on offer in Dublin - must see
tall brightly coloured buildings. We leave
sights include-shopping on Grafton Street, Waterford and travel to KILKENNNY - the
Trinity College, the iconic Ha’penny Bridge city has been guarded by its magnificent
not forgetting the Temple Bar district.
castle since the 12th century. Its narrow
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medieval alleyways are packed with
interesting shops and traditional pubs and
inns. Returning to our hotel in time for
evening dinner.
SUNDAY, Day 4
After breakfast we leave the hotel for our
homeward journey.
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What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Including ferry crossings
✔ Waterford Crystal
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CANTERBURY & THE KENT COAST
Including WHITSTABLE OYSTER FESTIVAL
MERCURE HOTEL, MAIDSTONE
DEPARTURE:
Friday, 24th July
£229
3 Nights Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £20 per night
If you really want to escape the
pressures of modern life, the Kent and
Canterbury district contains all the
beauty that you would expect of east
Kent, meandering rivers, lush green
pastures, fields of flowers, beaches and
ancient history.
FRIDAY, 24th July
Morning departure we travel south east
to Kent (‘The Garden of England’) to
arrive at our hotel in time in time for
evening meal.
SATURDAY, 25th July
After breakfast we leave the hotel for
our day excursion to the beautiful city
of CANTERBURY. Canterbury’s skyline is
dominated by the stunning Cathedral,
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the oldest in England which goes back
to 597 AD. The Cathedral has seen many
significant historical events, not least
the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170.
Circled by an impressive medieval wall
which is largely intact, Canterbury’s
array of shops beckon, many high street
names as well as a delightful range of
independent retailers.
The King’s mile has an atmosphere all
of its own, while the City’s St. Dunstans
and Westgate Tower areas have a range
of specialist and Individual outlets. After
exploring the winding lanes and streets
you may like to take a relaxing boat trip
along the River Stour.
SUNDAY, 26th July
After breakfast we set off for our full
day excursion to the lovely seaside
resort of WHITSTABLE. Whitstable is
like no other town by the sea with its
traditional charm and rich maritime
history. Shoppers can delight in the
town’s bohemian charm with craft and
gift shops, galleries, delicatessens and
fashion shops trading side by side with
butchers and bakers. When you need
to recharge with a drink and food you
will be spoilt for choice with an array of
cafes, restaurants and ‘olde worlde’ inns.
Whitstable’s main claim to fame are its
Oysters which are celebrated every July
at the OYSTER FESTIVAL. The UK’s most
fun packed summertime celebration - all
set around the harbour and beach. The
town comes alive with parades, from the
funny to the fabulous, competitions, food
markets and lots, lots more. Explore craft
and antique stalls which will take you
down to the beach for a little chill time.
MONDAY, 27th July
After breakfast we say farewell to Kent to
start our homeward journey.
BRUGGE & GHENT
PARK HOTEL, BRUGGE
DEPARTURE:
Thursday, 1st October £255
3 Nights Bed and Buffet
Breakfast
Single supplement £44 per night
The Brugge Park Hotel (recently
refurbished). A smart hotel in a great
location!
Thanks to its convenient location on one
of the prettiest squares in town, minutes
from the main sights of the medieval old
town. The moment you step foot in the
lobby, you will appreciate the ambience
of the place, with warm colours, elegant
furniture as well as the warm hospitality
of the staff.
In the morning, kick start the day with
breakfast served in the beautiful scenery
of the Greenery Room.
THURSDAY, Day 1
Morning departure we travel to Dover
for our Channel crossing to Calais.
Once in France we continue our journey
into Belgium to the beautiful town of
BRUGGE.
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Hotel, and Brugge to start our homeward
journey, again we travel to Calais for our
sea crossing.
BRUGGE - What could be more inspiring
than a place that looks like a backdrop
Evening free - time to explore the
nightlife of Brugge or just relax in the hotel for a ‘fairytale’. Fewer grand monuments
than London or Paris, yet so much
bar or one of the pavement cafes / bars.
character and atmosphere to make up
FRIDAY, Day 2
for it. If you lose your way around the
After breakfast - free day, time for lots of
medieval cobbled streets, the worst that
sightseeing.
can happen is to find yourself stepping
into one of the fine Century-old cafés for a
SATURDAY, Day 3
tasty coffee, much famed Belgian beer or
After breakfast - free day for more
something stronger.
sightseeing OR optional day excursion
It is no coincidence that over the years
to the wonderful city of GHENT Brugge has become known as the ‘Venice
affectionately known as the ‘Flower
of the North’ - canal tours through
Capital of Belgium’.
endearing surroundings, some of the best
SUNDAY, Day 4
wining and dining in Europe, exclusive
After breakfast we say farewell to the Park shopping and excellent accommodation.
Places to visit - the list is endless - the
Diamond Museum, Lace Museum, the
‘Chocolate Story’, Canal Cruise - ‘De Brugse
Reien’ canal system or the City Brewery
‘De Halve Hann’ plus lots, lots more.
£255
What Grayway includes:
✔ Bed and buffet breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ P&O Ferry crossing
✔ Excursion to Ghent
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MURDER MYSTERY WEEKENDS
on board THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY
COPTHORNE HOTEL, MERRY HILL, DUDLEY
DEPARTURE:
Saturday,
22nd August
£139
Saturday,
17th October
£139
1 Night Bed & Breakfast
Price includes Dinner and
Murder Mystery evening
on board the Severn Valley
Railway
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
We travel through Cheshire and into
Staffordshire calling at the medieval
town of SHREWSBURY. We continue our
journey to the hotel, time to relax and
freshen up. After which we leave the
hotel and travel the short distance to
Kidderminster where we board the train
for the MURDER MYSTERY EVENING with
professional actors to entertain you.
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Travelling on board the SEVERN
VALLEY RAILWAY - KIDDERMINSTER to
BRIDGENORTH (and return) INCLUDING
A DELICIOUS THREE COURSE EVENING
MEAL.
Step back in time to the golden age of
steam train travel, sit back and relax
as the Worcestershire and Shropshire
countryside slips past your window.
Passing through the lovely stations
of Bewdley, Arley, Hampton Loade to
Bridgnorth, were we alight the train for a
short stay - visit the buffet bar, it will take
you back in time.
A unique and wonderful evening out, full
of murder, mystery and intrigue.
A weekend not to be missed.
(To arrive back at Kidderminster approx
10.30p.m. and return back to the hotel)
SUNDAY, Day 2
After a full English breakfast we leave
the hotel and travel to the ancient
Cathedral City of Lichfield - time to
explore and perhaps a little something to
eat after which we continue to Alrewas
for a visit to the NATIONAL MEMORIAL
ARBORETUM for a short stay before we
start our homeward journey.
WHITE ROSE & BLACK LIQUORICE WEEKEND
HILTON HOTEL, LEEDS
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 11th July
£89
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
We travel through Lancashire into the
‘white rose’ county of Yorkshire travelling
through the dramatic countryside of
llkley Moor, to the lovely town of Ilkley,
known for the inspiration of the ‘Yorkshire
County’ anthem On llkley moor bah’t at with some of the most beautiful scenery
in the country.
The famous ‘Cow & Calf’ rocks provide
a back drop to the lovely town of llkley.
The Victorians left their mark on the town
and is reflected when you browse in the
shops - situated along The Grove, a tree
lined street and beautiful flower beds,
with a varied range of shops and places to
eat, if you fancy a treat why not visit the
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famous Betty’s Tea Room and perhaps try
a ‘Yorkshire Fat Rascal’. We continue our
journey travelling via the pretty village
of Otley and the stunning countryside
of Wharfedale to the Yorkshire city of
Leeds - time for some shopping in this
very compact city, there’s just a short
walk between the high street stores, the
famous Kirkgate market, the Grand Arcade
(one of the oldest shopping arcades in
the city) and the stunning domed roof
of Leeds Corn Exchange. Don’t fancy
shopping, why not explore the city with
the Leeds Armouries, Armley Mill - once
the world’s oldest woollen mill plus lots,
lots more. We leave the city centre and
travel the short distance to our hotel, time
to freshen up before our evening meal.
Evening free, time to relax in the hotel bar.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After a full English breakfast we leave the
hotel and head to the historic town of
PONTEFRACT for the ‘Liquorice Festival’
- a great entertaining day out for the
whole family. There is something for
everyone at this special event, look out
for the colourful
mascot Dame Lucy
Liquorice, the French
waiters and the
liquorice ladies.
Various performers
will provide a musical
backdrop, with street theatre and live
music. Themed demonstrations and
market stalls selling all things liquorice,
visit the historical liquorice Apothecary
Workshop, discover the history of
liquorice from local historian Tom Dixon.
Browse and shop at over 50 market stalls
offering food, drink, handmade crafts,
fair trade gifts including liquorice beer,
liquorice cordial and liquorice fudge.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
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NORFOLK . . . A ROYAL RETREAT Sandringham House & ELY Onl
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DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 8th August
£110
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £15
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure we travel across
country through Nottinghamshire and
into Norfolk to the beautiful city of ELY full of charm and beauty, nestled in the
Fen countryside. The first port of call for
any visitor will almost certainly be the
Cathedral. This imposing structure towers
across the fens for miles around and is
known locally as the ‘ship of the fens’.
Ely has a beautiful waterside area which
is an attraction within itself, where you
can explore the many cafes and shops
or listen to music in Jubilee Gardens.
We continue our journey to arrive at
the hotel, time to freshen up before our
evening meal. Evening free, time to relax
in the hotel bar.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel and
travel through the Norfolk countryside for
our visit to the beautiful SANDRINGHAM
HOUSE - the much loved country retreat
of her Majesty the Queen. All the main
ground floor rooms used by the royal
family are open the public and the
Ballroom of the house displays a different
exhibition each year. Sandringham is
surrounded by 60 acres of glorious
gardens, with sweeping glades, bordered
by banks and shrubs. The beautiful
medieval Sandringham Church is well
worth a visit, as well as the Museum.
There are restaurants, gifts shops, plant
centre and visitors centre situated close
to the coach park.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ Entrance to Sandringham House
and Gardens
LINCOLN AUTUMN WEEKEND
Incorporating the famous SAUSAGE FESTIVAL
HOLIDAY INN, LINCOLN
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 31st October £99
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £25
SATURDAY, Day 1
We travel to the east of the country to
the beautiful city of LINCOLN - it is that
time of year when the people of the
great sausage county of Lincolnshire
celebrate the world famous Lincoln
Sausage Festival. During the day there
will be cooking demonstrations, food
stalls, entertainment and live music.
Lincoln Castle and Castle Square itself
will be filled with stalls selling all types of
produce and of course there will be an
abundance of Lincolnshire Sausage on
offer for you to buy and eat on the day or
take away and enjoy at home. Last year
over 11,000 people visited the Sausage
Festival, buying more than 25,000
Lincolnshire Sausages! Make sure you are
one of them this year. Alongside the
festival will be a Celebration of Food at
Lincoln Cathedral. This great event will be
free and will make a great day out in the
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Cathedral Quarter. We leave the
festival and travel to our hotel which
is situated in the City Centre. Time to
freshen up before our evening meal.
Evening free, time to relax in the hotel bar.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel to
meet our guide who will board the
coach and take us for ’tour and tea’ a 45
minute tour of the city of Lincoln, a great
introduction to the sights and history.
At the end of our tour we enter the
Cathedral for tea or coffee and biscuits
which will be served in the ancient
Cloisters of the Cathedral. After which our
guide will walk us to the Castle, lots of
free time to explore.
‘Lincoln Castle Revealed’ 22 million
pounds has been spent on the Castle
between 2011 -2014 and all will be
revealed in 2015 in time to celebrate
What Grayway includes:
✔ Bed and buffet breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Guided tour
✔ Tea and biscuits in Cloisters
Magna Carta’s 800th anniversary - only
four copies are in existence one of
which will be on display in the Castle.
Experience nearly one thousand years
of jaw-dropping history at Lincoln Castle
from battles, to the hangings of criminals
and ghostly tales.
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WHITBY REGATTA & YORK WEEKEND
THISTLE HOTEL, MIDDLESBROUGH
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 15th August £99
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £15
SATURDAY - We travel through
Lancashire and into Yorkshire to the city
of York - lots of time to look around this
ancient city.
We continue our journey to arrive at
the hotel, time to freshen up before our
evening meal. Evening free, time to relax
in hotel bar.
SUNDAY - After breakfast we leave
the hotel and travel down the coast to
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WHITBY - One of the oldest sea regattas
in England, drawing large crowds in
the town, including air displays, yachts,
rowing races, vintage vehicles funfairs,
fancy dress parade, street entertainment,
and lots more - an event not to be
missed.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Half board accommodation
✔ All rooms en-suite
TOP OF THE LAKES TOUR
SHAP WELLS HOTEL
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 27th June
1 Night Bed and Buffet
Breakfast
£99
Single supplement £15
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or pot of tea in the Bellingham Buttery,
or just browse through the Potting Shed
Shop, with many homemade products
and gifts. We continue our journey to the
lovely lakeside town of BOWNESS-ONWINDERMERE for the remainder of the
afternoon. After which we travel further
north to the Shap Wells Hotel, time to
freshen up before our evening meal.
Evening free - time to unwind and relax.
The Shap Wells Hotel is situated in a
secluded, wooded valley, high in the Shap
Fells and surrounded by mountain streams Sunday, Day 2
After a hearty English breakfast we leave
yet only minutes away from the M6, an
ideal place from which to explore the Lakes. the hotel for our ‘Top of the Lakes Tour’
We travel via Penrith and Pooley Bridge
Saturday, Day 1
to Ullswater - considered to be England’s
Morning departure we travel through
most beautiful Lake and without doubt
Lancashire and into Cumbria, calling at
one of Lakeland’s best kept secrets,
LEVENS HALL - relax and enjoy a coffee
which offers a quieter, calmer more
relaxing experience. Sit back and enjoy
the stunning views sailing along the three
reaches of the lake with Expansive vistas
of the Lakeland’s greatest mountains
to Glenridding where our coach awaits.
We continue our journey to the pretty
Lakeside resort of KESWICK for the
remainder of the afternoon.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Bed and buffet breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Including Cruise of board the
Ulleswater Steamer
BURNS WEEKEND 2016
THE ANGUS HOTEL, BLAIRGOWRIE
picturesque market town of Blairgowrie
and on the edge of the Highlands. The
restaurant offers outstanding traditional
DEPARTURE:
Friday,
22nd January, 2016
2 Nights Dinner, Bed &
Breakfast
£159
Single supplement £10 per night
The Angus Hotel is one of Perthshire’s
most renowned hotels, situated in the
What Grayway includes:
Only
£159
cuisine, and a well stocked cellar carries
an impressive selection. Within the
hotel is a leisure complex with heated
swimming pool, spa-bath and sauna.
✔ 2 nights diner, bed and breakfast
✔ Saturday evening Burns Night
Celebration with entertainment
and evening meal
✔ 1 Full day excursion
TO BOOK - PHONE 01942
CHRISTMAS MARKET SHOPPERS
LONDON - CHRISTMAS WINTER WONDERLAND
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GUOMAN TOWER HOTEL, LONDON
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 28th November £129
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
English Breakfast
Single supplement £50
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel directly to
London, once in the city we continue to Hyde
Park for the fantastic CHRISTMAS WINTER
WONDERLAND - it’s free to enter, so come
and enjoy the great festive atmosphere. Take
a browse around the delightful Christmas
market for a festive shopping experience,
over 200 charming wooden chalets with
unique gifts, hand made crafts, jewellery and
Christmas decorations.
FOOD & DRINK - Winter Wonderland offers
a huge selection of food and drink to suit all
tastes. Head down to the FAMOUS BAVARIAN
VILLAGE & BAVARIAN GREAT HALL - bratwurst,
beer and bands aplenty. THE FIRE PIT - rustic
revelry in the heart of Winter Wonderland, and
warm up around a huge fire pit, with themed
bands. Get a taste of the Arctic with the ICE
BAR and MIRROR BAR. Within a collection of
wooden chalets, THE HOUSE OF ST. NICHOLAS
offers a warm welcoming atmosphere with log
fires to keep the winter cold out.
ATTRACTIONS - Ice Skating, Circus Shows,
The Giant Observation Wheel, Rides, Santa
Land and Visit Santa, and the MAGICAL ICE
KINGDOM which will take you through a
fantastical world of real ice and snow. This
enchanting arctic experience will take your
breath away! (ENTRY IS FREE BUT THERE ARE
ENTRANCE FEES FOR CERTAIN VENUES).
BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET &
MERRY HILL SHOPPING CENTRE
COPTHORNE HOTEL, DUDLEY
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 5th December £99
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £25
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel to the Midlands
Only
£99
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel through the
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the short distance to our hotel for a relaxing
evening in the hotel.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After a full English breakfast we leave the hotel
and travel back into the city centre - time for
some sightseeing or a little more shopping.
of Bath has been welcoming visitors for 2000
years, and there is no better time to experience
its charms than at Christmas time. The annual
Christmas market transforms the quaint streets
and square between the imposing 16th century
Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths into a
winter wonderland. More than 150 traditional
wooden chalets offer unique and unusual gifts,
decorations and food items . Everything you
need for the perfect Christmas celebration.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After a hearty breakfast we leave the hotel
and travel further south to the beautiful city
of BATH for the Christmas market - the city
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- to Dudley and the giant shopping centre of
MERRY HILL - shop till to drop - after which, we
travel the very short distance, 2 minutes away,
to our hotel, time to relax or perhaps take
advantage of the health Club & Spa before our
evening meal. Evening free, time to relax in the
hotel bar.
LINCOLN CHRISTMAS MARKET &
MEADOWHALL SHOPPING CENTRE
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HALL SHOPPING CENTRE - world class
shopping, with nearly 300 shops and all under
one roof, high street to designer names,
quirky gifts and souvenirs or a Champagne Bar
to celebrate your weekend away. After which
we travel the short distance to our hotel.
Time to freshen up before our evening meal.
Evening free, time to relax.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel and travel
to LINCOLN for the very popular Christmas
Market, an event not to be missed. Imagine
a cobbled square overlooked by a floodlit
12th Century Cathedral and a Norman
Castle. With over 300 stalls with an array
of quality goods and specialist foods and
entertainment. Cathedral bells, twinkling
lights not to mention the scent of mulled
wine and roasting chestnuts, all add to the
atmosphere which makes Lincoln Christmas
market like no other.
LONDON WEEKENDS
LONDON - CROWN & COMMONS WEEKEND
HOLIDAY INN, HEATHROW
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 29th August £139
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1. We travel to London
to arrive early afternoon, once in the city
we travel to the PALACE OF WESTMINSTER
** for our visit to the HOUSES OF
PARLIAMENT. After which we continue
our journey to the Holiday Inn Hotel,
Heathrow, time to freshen up before our
evening meal.
Evening free, time to relax.
(** Alternatively - if you wish to visit
Westminster Abbey in place of Houses of
Parliament, this can be arranged).
SUNDAY, Day 2. After a full English
breakfast we leave the hotel and travel
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Entrance to Houses of Parliament
✔ Entrance to Buckingham Palace
HOLIDAY INN, HEATHROW
Saturday, 30th May
£129
1 Night Dinner, Bed and
Breakfast
Includes River Cruise and
entrance to the Tower of
London
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel to London
calling at the beautiful ROYAL BOROUGH
OF WINDSOR - with its ‘olde worlde’
charm, specialist shops, restaurants,
and historic pubs. Eton is only minutes
away, and of course the Castle, the
largest occupied castle in the world and
the official residence of her Majesty the
Queen.
£139
into London to BUCKINGHAM PALACE
- Buckingham Palace is the official London
residence of Her Majesty the Queen and
serves both as home and office. Step
inside to discover its many treasures and
magnificent state rooms, which form the
heart of the Palace, providing the setting
for ceremonial occasions and official
entertaining. Located on the Palace’s West
Terrace is the Palace Gardens Café where
you can relax and take time to enjoy the
views over the famous 42 acre garden.
After which, we travel the short distance
to Covent Garden for the remainder of the
afternoon.
LONDON - RIVER CRUISE,
TOWER OF LONDON & WINDSOR
DEPARTURE:
Only
Only
£129
- you won’t miss a thing as you are
guided through 2000 years of history on
London’s most exciting sightseeing tour,
a Thames river cruise. From the awe
inspiring Houses of Parliament to the
ancient Tower of London - experience the
best views the Capital has to offer while
enjoying a carefree cruise and will give
you a unique insight into the great city’s
history.
After which we disembark and walk the
short distance to the TOWER OF LONDON
- enjoy the spectacular display of the
CROWN JEWELS, revealing these priceless
treasures like never before - part of the
Royal Collection and still regularly used by
the Queen.
We continue our journey to the hotel,
time to freshen up before our evening
meal. Evening free - time to relax and
unwind.
Don’t miss the Yeoman Warders - the
‘Beefeaters’ as they are nicknamed,
discover Tower Green, Fusiliers Museum,
Coins & Kings, Tower Torture, the story
of the Ravens and the Royal Beasts of
the Tower, for 600 years wild and exotic
creatures were held captive by Kings and
Queens.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel and
travel into the city for our RIVER CRUISE
The White Tower - one of the most
famous Castle keeps in the world - plus
lots more.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Entrance to The Tower of London
✔ Entrance on the river cruise
TO BOOK - PHONE 01942
LONDON WEEKENDS
LONDON - SHOWBOAT RIVER CRUISE
& LONDON SIGHTSEEING
CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL, HEATHROW
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 20th June
£159
1 Night Bed and Breakfast
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel directly to
our hotel with time to relax and unwind
in the luxurious surroundings of the
Crowne Plaza Hotel.
All rooms benefit from the amazing Sleep
Advantage Guarantee, you’ll find Sleep
Spray and relaxation tips - just what you
want after the journey and the exciting
evening ahead.
All rooms are fitted with new state of the
art HD T.V systems not to mention Wi-Fi.
Alternatively you may wish to visit the
Spirit Health Club with Swimming Pool,
Steam Room, Sauna and Jacuzzi.
There are two bars - Orwell’s Bar to enjoy
a pre dinner drink and O’Driscolls Irish
Pub - for a drink on our return to the
hotel.
Early evening we leave the hotel and
travel into the city centre for our river
Thames SHOWBOAT CRUISE - everything
you could want for a great night out.
Your cruise includes * Complimentary glass of sparkling wine
as you board
* 4 course meal
* Complimentary half bottle of wine per
guest
* Live entertainment
* Dancing until we dock around
11.00p.m
What better way to enjoy London, no
crowds, great views, great food and
entertainment. Friendly service from
the onboard team whose sole aim is to
please you.
After which we return to our hotel for a
good nights sleep.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After a hearty full English breakfast we
leave the hotel and travel back into
London - time for some sightseeing or
perhaps a little shopping.
Only
£159
What Grayway includes:
✔ Full English breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Dinner and showboat cruise
LONDON WEEKEND
ST. PAULS & MADAME TUSSAUDS
HOLIDAY INN, HEATHROW
DEPARTURE:
Saturday, 26th September £149
1 Night Bed and Breakfast
Single supplement £20
SATURDAY, Day 1
Morning departure, we travel directly to
London for our visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral
- The first breathtaking view that visitors
encounter when entering the cathedral
is from the Nave, which leads to the
spectacular dome. There any many different
parts of the cathedral for you to discover,
from the underground Crypt to the Golden
Gallery, 111 metres above London. Climb
the 259 steps up the dome to find the
Whispering Gallery, which runs around the
interior of the dome. It gets its name from a
charming quirk in the building which makes
a whisper audible. Look out for the Oculus an eye into St. Paul’s is a 270 film experience
the brings 1400 years of history to life.
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the city to our hotel at Heathrow, time to
freshen up before our evening meal. Evening
free - time to relax in the hotel bar.
SUNDAY, Day 2
After breakfast we leave the hotel and return
to the city for our visit to Madam Tussauds.
Find out what’s inside Madame Tussauds
London.
* PARTY - Walk the red carpet, strike a pose for
the camera and join the party.
* FILM - Step straight into the movies with
some of the greatest Icons of film history.
* ROYALS - You’re invited by royal appointment
to an audience with the Queen.
* SPORT - On your marks, get set, go! This is
your chance to see the world’s biggest sports
stars up close.
* MUSIC - Meet some famous recording artists.
* CHAMBER OF HORRORS & SCREAM
* SPIRIT OF LONDON RIDES - Hop into one
of London’s black cabs and take a journey
through the capital’s history.
* BEHIND THE SCENES - Take a glimpse behind
the scenes at how a wax figure is made.
* MARVEL SUPER HEROES - Feel what it’s like
to have super powers.
* 4D MOVIE EXPERIENCE. Plus lots, lots more.
What Grayway includes:
✔ Dinner, bed and breakfast
✔ All rooms en-suite
✔ Entrance to St. Paul’s Cathedral
✔ Entrance to Madame Tussauds
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Can the driver collect/drop me off at a different point or at my home?
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How much deposit do I need to pay and when would I need to pay the balance?
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Can I purchase insurance from Grayway Coaches?
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What happens if my holiday is cancelled?
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