EARLY BURNS
8TH JANUARY 2023 - 3 NIGHTS 4 DAY TOUR
£290 PER PERSON (+£55 single room supplement)
AT THE WINNOCK HOTEL, DRYMEN, LOCH LOMOND
The popular Winnock Hotel is situated in the centre of Drymen village
just a short distance from Loch Lomond.
Join us for Burns Night in Drymen!
Burns Night is the annual celebration honouring the life and works of
Robert (Rabbie) Burns, the national poet of Scotland!
Each year his birth is celebrated on 25th January
with a hearty meal (and lots of haggis of course), a wee dram
and renditions of his famous song Auld Lang Syne!
Includes
Packed lunches or soup & sandwich lunches
Free bar every night (between 7:30pm and 10:30pm) on selected drinks.
Farewell ‘Hot Toddy’ on departure
AND
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
ALL-INCLUSIVE PERTHSHIRE 23RD JANUARY 2023
5 Days - 4 Nights £399pp (+64 srs)
The Salutation Hotel is located in the centre of the Scottish city of Perth.
Hotel facilities include bar lounge area, restaurant and function rooms.
All bedrooms are en suite and have television, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities.
On this tour you will learn about maritime past aboard the famous artic adventure Captain Scott’s RRS Discovery.
Take in the famous Kelpies, explore Scotland’s capital Edinburgh and enjoy a guided tour of Blair Athol Distillery.
With an all-inclusive package included.
• DAY ONE
Depart from your home area travelling to Perth, arriving late afternoon at The Salutation Hotel 4 nights stay – dinner, bed & breakfast. All Inclusive Package
• DAY TWO
This morning we travel to the nearby Maritime city of Dundee, with a free morning to explore. We visit Discovery Point and board Captain Scott’s ship RRS Discovery where you will follow in the footsteps of him and his crew, see how they lived, what they ate, witness their hardships and triumphs on their heroic exploration of Antarctica. We then return to the hotel for light lunch and have the afternoon free to explore Perth.
• DAY THREE
This morning is free to explore Perth at leisure before enjoying light lunch at the hotel. This afternoon we head north to the popular town of Pitlochry where we head for the famous Blair Athol Distillery for a guided tour and tasting. As we learn how their famous single malt is made.
• DAY FOUR
This Morning we travel south to visit the Kelpies - the largest equine sculptures in the world; standing at 100ft tall. Falkirk wheel*(depending on maintenance programme) or Stirling
Pack Lunch is provided
• DAY FIVE
After breakfast we leave and head for home via a visit to Edinburgh, Pack lunch is provided.
All Inclusive Package Includes….
3 drinks vouchers per day of which maximum 2 vouchers per day can be used for alcoholic drinks choosing from selected house wines and spirits (not including De Luxe and Malts), draught lager and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee
2 packed lunches, 2 light hotel lunches – soup and sandwich, 2 nights entertainment.
ALL-INCLUSIVE HOUSE PARTY
10TH FEBRUARY 2023 3 NIGHT 4 DAY TOUR
£315 PER PERSON (+£55)
AT THE WINNOCK HOTEL, DRYMEN, LOCH LOMOND
The popular Winnock Hotel is situated in the centre of
Drymen village just a short distance from Loch Lomond.
includes
Packed lunches or soup & sandwich lunches
entertainment each night
PLUS
Free bar every night (between 7:30pm and 10:30pm) on selected drinks.
INCLUDES TWO DAY EXCURSIONS
The Celtic Royal Hotel is a venue steeped
in history and fit for any princess visit as in 1832
when Princess Victoria visited
the original main building 5 years before she became Queen Victoria.
It is situated in the historic town of Caernarfon
The world-famous UNESCO Heritage site of Caernarfon Castle is just
a few hundred yards away,
a magical site not to be missed, especially
when the Castle lights up in a splendour
of colour under the night sky.
Inclusions
• Porterage • Choice of menu • Tea/coffee after dinner
• Country & Western themed quiz
• Country & Western live entertainment
• Dance instructor.
FREE DAY IN CAERNARFON
Caernarfon is a royal town, community and port in Gwynedd, Wales.
It lies on the eastern shore of the Menai Strait, opposite the Isle of Anglesey.
COUNTRY & WESTERN PACKAGE 17th FEB 2023 3 Nights 4 Day DBB
A VISIT TO THE MARBLE CHURCH AT BODELWYDDAN
The elegant and ornate marble church of Bodelwyddan was built in 1856.
Its tall 202ft spire has becomea famous landmark
alongside the A55 road that follows the north coast of Wales.
Its cemetery includes thegraves of Canadian soldiers
shot and killed during the infamous Kimmel Camp Riot
after the 1914-1919 1st world war.
ALSO
A VISIT TO THE COASTAL TOWN OF LLANDUDNO
Llandudno is the largest seaside resort in Wales, and as early as 1861
was being called 'the Queen of the Welsh Watering Places OUTSTANDING VALUE!!
Blackpool and Harrogate Drinks Inclusive Multi Centre
6TH MAR 2023 5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS DBB
£450pp +£118 single room supplement
Inclusions
2 Nights at Crown Hotel Harrogate
• 2 Nights at Imperial Hotel Blackpool
Inclusions
2 Nights at Crown Hotel Harrogate
Crown Hotel Harrogate, North Yorkshire. This 3 STAR historical hotel is ideally located in the charming old town of Harrogate, just moments from many of its most popular sites. It features 115 individually styled bedrooms, modern amenities, a bar and elegant dining. Set within the charming old town of Harrogate itself, within easy reach of Betty's Tea
Porterage & welcome tea/coffee • Choice of menu • Tea/coffee after dinner • A Cream tea
All- inclusive drinks package each night on selected drinks from 18.00 - 23.00
• 2 Nights at Imperial Blackpool
Imperial Hotel Blackpool, Lancashire The historic 19th century 4 star Hotel is located on the North Promenade. The large Victorian red brick hotel was built in 1867 and boast a fantastic restaurant.
The hotel has a fascinating history and for over a century has welcomed Royalty, Politicians, Statesmen and Stars of both Stage and Screen
With spectacular views of the beach and is within easy walking distance of all the main attractions (there is direct tram access as well).
Porterage & welcome tea/coffee
• 1940’s themed dinner on first night & sing-along
• Heritage talk & tour of the hotel with cocktail •
• All- inclusive drinks package each night on selected drinks from 18.00 - 23.59
Red Rose County - Staying at The Foxfields Country Hotel
13TH MARCH 2023 5 Days 4 Nights DBB
£465pp Nil SRS (5 rooms only!)
The Foxfields Country Hotel and Suites is situated near the village of Billington in the beautiful Ribble Valley.
Leisure Club facilities include heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym.
All bedrooms are luxurious fully equipped suites, all en suite, all with
interactive TV with movies, including tea & coffee making facilities.
HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
• RILEY GREEN CANAL CRUISE WITH AFTERNOON TEA
• AFTERNOON TEA AT MORECAMBE’S PRESTIGIOUS MIDLAND HOTEL
• POULTON-LE-FYLDE
• LYTHAM ST ANNES
• SAMLESBURY HALL
DAY ONE
Depart from your home area in the morning for Foxfields Country Hotel. Visits to St. Mildred’s church and Osborne house.
DAY TWO
Our first visit today is to the historic market town of Poulton-le-Fylde, a charming place full of cobbled streets, unusual shops and ancient sights. In springtime the church yard becomes a riot of colours thanks to carpets of purple, yellow and white crocuses.We then continue our journey to Lytham St Annes and towards Preston to Samlesbury. Here we enjoy an afternoon visit to Samlesbury Hall, steeped in fascinating history,retaining its original black and white exterior. We make our way back to the hotel late afternoon.
DAY THREE
This morning we have a drive through pictures Lancashire via Gisburn and Hellifield to Lancaster and Morecambe. On the seafront is the stunning Midland Hotel. After being empty for many years this hotel has now been beautifully restored to its former glory. We include today ‘The Midland Afternoon Tea’, a mouth-watering selection of sandwiches, scones and much, much more. Later we have a little free time before we head back to the hotel.
DAY FOUR This morning we head to the famous ‘Ossie Mills’ complex where we stop for lunch and time to shop till you drop! This afternoon we have a short drive to Riley Green Marina. Here we join the boat for a relaxing and peaceful cruise along the canal, with afternoon tea served on the way.
DAY FIVE
After breakfast depart for home. A LOVELY TOUR!
Barony Castle Hotel
SENSATIONAL SCOTLAND
19th March 2023 5 Days 4 Nights DBB
£475pp (118 SRS)
Barony Castle Hotel
The imposing 16th century Castle has evolved into a traditional welcoming Hotel,
on the edge of the Scottish Borders. The lovely town of Peebles, which sits on the banks of the celebrated River Tweed, is only a 10-minute drive away.
The welcoming bedrooms offer all home comforts, every room is unique with
differing views of the surrounding castle estate, garden and glen.
Relax in the Bar Lounge with a cocktail or a dram from our extensive range of malt whiskies whilst pondering our seasonal menu, constructed with individual tastes and dietary requirements in mind
.The Head Chef strives to source produce locally from environmentally sustainable backgrounds and has been bestowed the
"Healthy Living Award"
The leisure spa includes a 10-metre pool with whirlpool bath, sauna, heated loungers and two beauty treatment rooms.
The gym has a range of Technogym equipment.
Included excursions
Dawyck Botanic Garden
Dawyck is truly one of the world's finest arboreta. Seasonal displays of abundant exotic and native plants provide a breath-taking backdrop of colour throughout the year. The Garden also offers an award-winning visitor centre
New Lanark World Heritage Site
New Lanark World Heritage Site is internationally famous for its historic buildings, beautiful landscape and over 200 years of social history. The mill village was founded in 1785 by David Dale and Richard Arkwright, and managed for 25 years from 1800 by the pioneering Robert Owen. New Lanark is now recognised as one of Scotland's six UNESCO World Heritage Sites and welcomes over 300,000 site visitors annually. Visitors can explore the history of the village through the New Lanark Visitor Centre and enjoy stunning woodland walks through the Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve.
Abbotsford house
Abbotsford is the extraordinary home of the 19th century novelist and ‘Great Scott’ who popularised tartan, saved the Scottish banknote and rediscovered his country’s Crown Jewels. In 2021-2022 Scotland celebrates the 250th anniversary of Sir Walter Scott, whose imagination and patriotism shaped the Scotland of today. Discover a treasure trove of fascinating objects which inspired his greatest poems and novels. Learn about Scott's life, relax in the beautiful formal gardens and tranquil woodlands.