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           July Day Trips

				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
THU	1ST	FD	SCENIC TOUR OF BIDEFORD BAY AND Cheristow Lavender stopping at Appledore, a small white fishing village with a maze of narrow lanes of closely packed, painted cottages and a variety of shops/cafes and then onto Cheristow Lavender for an afternoon talk and tour of the lavender and rose gardens before we taste their own award winning strawberry and Lavender conserve with their homemade lavender scones and cream Inc talk and cream tea.	21.75 PER PERSON		A
FRI	2ND		A BROAD IN NORFOLK (4 DAYS).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
SUN	4TH	FD	BEER & SEATON.	14.00	12.00	B
TUE	6TH	FD	MORETON-IN-MARSH MARKET : Com Return: 14.30 hrs.	9.25	8.25	C
“	“	FD	CHELTENHAM : Shopping : Com Return: 15.10 hrs.	7.75	6.75	C
SUN	11TH	FD	PENSHURST PLACE, TONBRIDGE, KENT – a truly English stately home and gardens with a place of history dating back to 1341, the medieval and Tudor staterooms contain an impressive collection of portraits, tapestries, furnitures, porcelain and armour.  The historic gardens were laid out in Elizabethan times and each garden room offers an abundance of variety in form, foliage and bloom from Spring to Autumn : Inc admission/tour of garden and cream tea.	36.75ad        34.65ch 36.20sc		07.00
THU	15TH	M	LES MISERABLES @ Bristol Hippodrome : Mat Perf: – A NEW EXCITING 25TH ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTION of the World’s longest running musical – heading a magnificent new cast and West End star John Owen-Jones – The legendary score includes the songs, I Dreamed a Dream, On my Own, Stars, Bring Him Home, etc.	47.10 TICKET/COACH		I
SUN	18TH	FD	BOURNEMOUTH with its miles of sandy beaches, shopping arcades, beautiful garden walks and pine-covered chines.	14.50	12.50	A

WED	21ST	FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE – Maybe the new Grand Pier will be open.	9.50	8.50	E
THU	22ND	FD	A UNIQUE VISIT TO THE HALL @ ABBEY-CWM-HIR, LLANDRINDOD WELLS (as featured on BBC, ITV and S4C) set in breathtaking beauty, history and romance and 12 acres of spectacular gardens overlooking the church and the ruins of the 12th century “Abbey of the Long Valley” containing the monk’s pond and the grave of Llewellyn the Last.  We stop en route for refreshments at Oakchurch Farm Shop & Garden Centre at Staunton-on-Wye, Hereford  before we arrive at this Victorian Gothic Hall for our 2 hr tour booked at 14.00 hrs. We will have chance to wander around the Victorian featured gardens which overlook the abbey and give wonderful views along “The Long Valley”. A truly memorable day out Inc tour/entry	29.95 PER PERSON		B
FRI	23RD	FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE HELIDAYS !	9.50	8.50	E
SUN	25TH	FD	A DAY OUT AT PLYMOUTH INC 1 ½ hr GUIDED COACH TOUR seeing the Barbican (old part of Plymouth) Plymouth Hoe (of Sir Francis Drake fame), Stonehouse (famous military history), Devonport Naval Dockyard and Brunel’s magnificent Royal Albert Bridge plus having time to wander around Plymouth at your leisure  Inc guided coach tour of Plymouth.	18.35 per person		A
TUE	27TH	FD	TOUR OF THE GOLDEN COAST, Devon calling at Ilfracombe for lunch via Coombe Martin then joining the coach to Woolacombe for afternoon tea.	16.00	14.00	A
WED        28TH        FD Visitor with mobile disabilities have limited access.			POWIS CASTLE & GARDEN, WELSHPOOL, POWYS – Medieval castle rising dramatically above the world famous garden with Italianate terraces, one of the finest collections of paintings and furniture in Wales and beautiful collection of treasures from India displayed in the Clive Museum.  There is a licensed restaurant, gift and plant shop. Inc castle and garden. National Trust Members – Coach fare only.	28.50 per person    18.50              16.50		A A
THU	29TH	FD	MONKEY WORLD, nr Wareham – rescues primates from all over the world.  Living at the park is the largest group of chimpanzees outside Africa, organutans, gibbons, and many more primates in spacious enclosures amongst a natural woodland setting. Inc admission.	26.15ad       23.25sc/ch		A
FRI	30TH	E	LES MISERABLES @ Bristol Hippodrome : Eve Perf.	57.45 TICKET/COACH		N
“	“	FD	PORTSMOUTH NAVY DAYS 2010 featuring warships from Royal Navy as well as foreign navies, alongside the famous historic ships.  A brilliant day is guaranteed! Inc admission.	Prices to be confirmed		A
FRI	30TH		TASTES OF LINCOLNSHIRE (4 days).	Details in 2010 British Brochure

          August Day Trips

				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
SUN	1ST	FD	WEYMOUTH – A lovely Georgian seaside resort.	14.50               12.50		A
TUE	3RD	FD	THE LONDON EYE AND CRUISING ON THE RIVER THAMES – We arrive in time for our ride on the London Eye at 12.00 hrs situated at Waterloo Pier, a breathtaking feat of design and engineering and is the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel.  Also included in the price is a River Red Rover Ticket for you to cruise on the Thames from Waterloo Pier to Greenwich and return .  Why not take a picnic to enjoy whilst on the boat.  There are light refreshments/drinks served on the boat.	43.90               31.40		A
WED	4TH	FD	MONMOUTH & BRECON CANAL CRUISE – We travel to Monmouth in time for coffee and then continue to Brecon where you will have time for lunch and await our boat at 14.30 hrs for our 2 hr cruise which takes us through the breathtaking scenery of the Brecons.  The canal hugs the mountainside above the valley of the River Usk cruising through a canal lock and over an aqueduct  We round the day off with a cream tea on the boat  Inc cream tea/boat.	-SOLD OUT-		A
WED	4TH	FD	A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE at Oakham Treasures nr, Portbury and a visit to the SS Great Britain, Bristol. Whether you are 8 or 80 you’ll be fascinated by this unique and largest private collection of memorabilia from days gone by @ Oakham.  There is something for everyone from thousands of items in the Historic Stores and fully stocked and equipped stores from the past, transported into the present day.  We then move on to SS GREAT BRITAIN, the world’s first great ocean liner, a stunning all weather multi award winning visitor attraction.  Explore under water, below the glass ‘sea’ and discover the true story of the ship, her passengers and crew and experience life on board!  Inc both admissions.	25.30ad         19.60ch    23.00sc		F
THU	5TH	M	LES MISERABLES @ Bristol Hippodrome : Mat Perf.	53.30 TICKET/COACH		E
FRI	6TH	FD	SIDMOUTH FOLK WEEK via The Donkey Sanctuary nr Salcombe Regis in the morning for refreshments – donations welcome to look after the welfare of the donkeys and SIDMOUTH for the remainder of the day – one of England’s very best folk festivals combined with a seaside resort in a beautiful regency town.	14.50	12.50	B
SUN	8TH	FD	DORSET DELIGHTS TOUR stopping at Salisbury, Wilton Shopping Centre for coffee, Swanage for lunch and Lulworth Bay for afternoon tea.	16.00	14.00	A
MON	9TH	FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE.	9.50	8.50	E
TUE         10TH        FD Please note: Millennium Stadium pitch will not be  in for the purpose of viewing			CARDIFF BAY TOUR & MILLENNIUM STADIUM TOUR– A  2 hr guided coach tour around Old Tiger Bay area, Penarth seafront and the Barrage, plus an entertaining 1hr boat trip around the bay and up the river Ely.  Millennium Stadium tour booked where we meet our tour guide and explore the magnificent facets and features that make the Stadium one of the most impressive icons of modern Wales.  Inc Coach guide and boat trip & Tour Guide of Stadium.	28.50 PER PERSON		C
TUE	10TH	FD	CARDIFF – SHOPPING/SIGHTSEEING at your leisure.	10.00              8.00		C
TUE	10TH	FD	HIGH MOORLAND TOUR OF DARTMOOR inc a delicious Cream Tea.  We stop for coffee en route before we arrive at Okehampton having time for lunch before we set off on our journey down to Tavistock and Princetown, set high on the moors in the centre of Dartmoor’s beautiful National Park, where we enjoy a delicious cream tea to finish off the day.	19.50 PER PERSON		A
WED	11TH	FD	ROYAL LONDON COACH TOUR including a VISIT TO BUCKINGHAM PALACE An entertaining day with the services of City & Village Tour Guide who will give an insight into “The Bearskin” introducing his time as a Scots Guard. In the afternoon we visit the special exhibition ”The Queen’s Year” which will include displays of ceremonial robes, gifts, uniforms, dresses and jewellery, as well as archive photography and film to evoke the many and varied aspects of the sovereign’s work Inc City & Village Tour Guide/Admission to Palace.	44.50ad          42.50sc		A
WED	11TH	FD	TORQUAY AND PAIGNTON on the English Riveira.	14.50         12.50		A
THU	12TH	FD	CRUISING ON THE BEAUTIFUL RIVER DEE, CHESTER. No visit to Chester would be complete without an afternoon 2 hr superb boat trip down the River Dee where we enjoy delightful views of beautiful and interesting riverside properties and gardens, meandering around the crook of Dee and through ‘Eaton Estate’ with its peaceful scenery. Aldford is next then the wonderful sight of the ‘Iron Bridge’.  Why not enjoy a drink from the bar as you cruise along the river Inc boat.   OR CHESTER – a day at your leisure.	33.25ad         31.25sc  18.50ad            16.50sc		A A
FRI	13TH	FD	A GREAT DAY OUT @ LONGLEAT as featured on BBC Animal Park and recognised as one of the best loved destinations in the UK – Longleat offers the adventure of a lifetime in this wonderland of attractions : Included Passport entry.	30.35ad            24.25ch 26.70sc		C
SUN 15TH FD CLARKS SHOPPING VILLAGE, STREET for those summer time bargains!. 10.00ad              8.00ch E MON 16TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE – RED ARROWS Aerobatic Display Team  is coming to the Grand Pier – During the display Red 10 will provide commentary on the pilots as well as the aerobatics.  After the Red Arrows, the Breitling Wing Walkers will perform.  The two Boeing Stearman biplanes will take to the skies performing a sequence of loops and rolls while daring acrobatics perform acrobatics on their wings – subject to weather and operational restrictions.  9.50 8.50  E TUE 17TH FD PLOUGHMANS LUNCH ON THE WATERCRESS LINE – Today we combine our day with a lunchtime steam train journey from Alresford to Alton and return where you will savour the nostalgic sights, sounds and smells on a scenic 10 miles of beautiful Hampshire countryside having a delicious Ham Ploughmans lunch and dessert.  We then travel to Winchester for the remainder of the afternoon, one of England’s most beautiful cities with a magnificent cathedral, independent shops and restaurants.  Inc return train fare/ploughmans lunch and dessert. 33.75ad           32.65sc B WED 18TH FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE.  9.50 8.50 E WED        18TH        FD A VERY POPULAR TRIP! EXTRA DATE MONMOUTH & BRECON CANAL CRUISE – We travel to Monmouth in time for coffee and then continue to Brecon for lunch and await our boat at 14.30 hrs for our 2 hr cruise  We round off the day with a cream tea on the boat  Inc cream tea/boat 23.85 per person A THU 19TH FD A VISIT TO CHRISTCHURCH AND BOURNEMOUTH. 14.50 12.50 A FRI 20TH FD A GREAT DAY OUT combining HESTERCOMBE GARDENS, nr Taunton AND WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY. We arrive at Hestercombe where you can lose yourself in 50 acres of lakes, temples, cascades, woodland walks, formal terraces, vivid colours and views that take your breath away and a restored 17th century Watermill. You will have time to sample their fabulous homemade food or irresistible cakes before we make our way to Bishops Lydiard where you will be able to relax and unwind on the 16 mile steam train journey of the WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY to Minehead.  Free time in Minehead in the afternoon where our coach will meet you for the return journey home Inc gardens and train ride. 28.45 PER PERSON B SUN 22ND FD GOWER HERITAGE CENTRE & CREAM TEA – Join us for this Welsh Tour to visit The Mumbles, a breezy seaside village with a lot to offer, shopping, restaurants, beaches and history of Mumbles, also known as Oystermouth, arriving in time for  lunch on the Gower Peninsular and the Gower Heritage Centre which house a 12th century working water-powered corn and saw mill complex, traditional craft shops and a collection of rare breeds of poultry : Inc entry and Welsh Cream Tea. 22.85 PER PERSON A MON 23RD FD COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK nr Burford set in 160 acres of parkland and gardens around a listed Victorian Manor House.  The park is home to a fascinating and varied collection of mammals, birds, reptiles and invertebrates from all over the world together with a gift shop and restaurant Inc admission.   20.25ad         16.10ch              17.60sc  C TUE 24TH FD LYME REGIS AND WEST BAY.   14.50   12.50 B TUE 24TH FD A VISIT TO MELTON MOWBRAY, Leicestershire, a famous market town in the English Countryside – “Home to the Melton Mowbray Pork Pies, Stilton Cheese” and superb pubs.  We have arranged a morning visit at the oldest and only remaining bakery “Ye Old Pork Pie Shoppe” producing authentic Melton Mowbray Pork Pies having a demonstration of the traditional craft.  Today is also market day of livestock, farmers market , antiques and collections,and trade stands.     16.50             14.50 A WED        25TH        FD   LIMITED PICK-UP POINTS ONLY! HOSTESS SERVING TEA/COFFEE ON COACH LAKELAND GLORY & CRUISE – An early start for this summer time cruise to the Lake District and Lake Windermere stopping en route for toilets arriving around early lunch time.  We will have time to look round the Cumbrian shops and the beauty of the lake before we catch our boat at 15.00 hrs to Ambleside and return.  Why not have a glass of wine or a piece of cake and cup of tea while cruising on the longest scenic lake surrounded by gentle rolling hills and dominated by the spiky Langdale Pikes mountain range Inc return boat fare.   34.15 PER PERSON  06.00 WED           25TH           FD WESTON-SUPER-MARE.    9.50               8.50  E THU 26TH FD TOUR OF CHEW VALLEY LAKES, CHEDDAR & BURNHAM-ON SEA stopping at Chew Valley Lakes for coffee, Cheddar for lunch and Burnham-on-Sea for the pm    12.00     10.00   E FRI 27TH FD PORTHCAWL, SOUTH WALES – Originally a coal and iron port, but now a thriving holiday resort with pedestrian shopping areas, restaurants, beach, promenade, road train, fun fair etc.   14.00    12.00  B SUN 29TH FD BANK HOLIDAY SUNDAY : WEYMOUTH.   14.50   12.50 A    “    “ E ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME –. Eve Perf.  29.45 TICKET/COACH N MON 30TH FD BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY :  DAWLISH & TEIGNMOUTH. 14.00 12.00 A MON 30TH FD BANK HOLIDAY “THAMES VALLEY FISH & CHIP CRUISE” We meet our boat at Abingdon for a cruise up the River Thames to Oxford, enjoying a Fish & Chips lunch, which will be delivered during the cruise, as we pass some of the most lovely scenery to be viewed from the water.  We arrive in Oxford at 13.15 hrs where we will have free-time for a spot of shopping or sightseeing : Inc cruise/Fish & Chips   27.75 per person B MON 30TH    SPLENDOUR OF SNOWDONIA (5 days) Details in 2010 British Brochure

          September Day Trips
 

WED		1ST			GREAT HIGHLAND RAILWAYS (6 DAYS).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
WED		1ST		FD	MONMOUTH & BRECON CANAL CRUISE – We travel to Monmouth in time for coffee and then Brecon for lunch and await our boat at 14.30 hrs for our 2 hr cruise which takes us through the breathtaking scenery of the Brecons.    We round the day off with a cream tea on the boat  Inc cream tea/boat	-     SOLD OUT -   23.85 per person		A
SUN		5TH		FD	CONTINENTAL STREET MARKET @ POOLE QUAY.	14.50	12.50	A
“		“		FD	BROWNSEA ISLAND (home to BBC’s Autumn Watch in 2008) situated within Poole Harbour.  Take an exciting boat trip to discover an island rich in history and wildlife – the perfect place for a  great day out.  Discover wonderful walks and take a picnic or why not enjoy a delicious cream tea overlooking Poole Harbour.  . Inc boat and admission to National Trust Brownsea Island. IF NATIONAL TRUST MEMBERS then boat/coach price only.	28.25             23.30  21.55 per person		A A
THU		9TH		FD	RHS GARDENS, WISLEY – A Surrey garden of extraordinary diversity and depth, and is the flagship garden for the RHS, it provides an exceptional day out! With over 200 acres of beautiful gardens including geraniums, roses, agapanthus, delphiniums, hydrangeas and dahlias, and enjoying the world-class Glasshouse of exotic plants Inc entry. OR COACH FARE ONLY FOR RHS MEMBERS.	26.95 per person 17.50              15.50		A A
SUN		12TH		FD	TENBY  – Seaside resort.	15.50	13.50	A
WED       15TH        FD					SCENIC TOUR OF EXE VALLEY, DEVON stopping at Dunster for early lunch continuing down the Valley to Tiverton where our HORSE DRAWN BARGE awaits us for our delightful 2 ½ hr cruise including a delicious Tivertonian Devon Cream tea inc. tea/coffee Inc boat/afternoon tea.	27.95 per person		A
WED		15TH		FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE.	9.50	8.50	E
SUN         19TH        FD   LIMITED PICK-UPS ONLY!					SCENIC FALMOUTH, CORNWALL -  Just sit back and relax and take in the scenic views as we journey to Falmouth with the added bonus of having tea/coffee served to you by our hostess.  Falmouth is Cornwall’s leading south coast resort and home to the county’s maritime heritage and has flourished as a port for over 400 years.  It is a bustling town with many attractions, family beaches, a charming mix of shops, art galleries and restaurants, one of which is Rick Stein’s Fish & Chip Shop. ………..	22.50	20.50	06.00
MON		20TH		FD	EASTNOR CASTLE, HEREFORDSHIRE in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake and is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family.  We start our day travelling to Tintern for coffee then on to Ross Labels for early lunch before we arrive in time for a private guided tour of Eastnor Castle at 13.00 hrs and is only open for us.  We round off the day with a delicious cream tea. Inc entrance/private guided tour/cream tea.	26.35 per person		C
WED	22ND		FD		“EYE SPY CRUISE”   with the services of a City & Village Tour Guide.  A bumper value package includes a 30 minute flight on the British Airways London Eye, a 45 min Thames Cruise on a luxury boat with commentary and a 90 mins  coach tour of central London with our entertaining Blue Badge Guide : Incl Price	57.25/ad         42.45/ch 52.25/sc		A
SAT		25TH		FD	MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW @ THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND, MALVERN A  spectacular RHS Show Inc entry.	25.45 per person		C
SUN		26TH		FD	A CIRCULAR TOUR including Ludlow and the Shropshire Hills.	12.00	10.00	D
TUE		28TH		FD	OKLAHOMA @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Rodgers & Hammersteins production features a sumptuous and rousing score including “Oh what a Beautiful Mornin” plus others, the show stars one of Britain’s most popular leading ladies Marti Webb as Aunt Eller : Eve Per.	36.75 TICKET/COACH		N
TUE		28TH		FD	ABERGAVENNY MARKET AND a visit to EBBW VALE FESTIVAL PARK offering  masses of bargains for everyone whatever your tastes situated at the head of the Ebbw valley amongst 70 acres.	11.00	9.00	B
WED		29TH			PARIS & MONET’S GARDENS IN FRANCE (5 days).	Details in 2010 European Brochure
October Day Trips
						ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
SAT		2ND		M	OKLAHOMA @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf.	36.75 TICKET/COACH		I
SUN		3RD		FD	TOUR OF BRECON BEACONS combined with a scenic steam train journey on the Brecon Mountain Railway which runs through magnificent scenery along the full length of the Taf Fechan Reservoir to Dol-y-Gaer.  At Pontsticill you can alight from the train and visit the Café,  admire the view across the water to the peaks of the Brecon Beacons.  Inc train fare.	21.25/ad	20.20/sc	B
SAT		9TH		FD	BLACKPOOL DAY TRIP – Chance to see the famous lights by tram if you wish.	25.00	23.00	07.00
SUN		10TH		HD	A TRIP TO SAVERNAKE FOREST, WILTSHIRE “An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” and is rightly famous for its splendid avenues of tall 200 yr old beech trees as seen at their best in October when the leaves turn to glorious shades of gold, copper and brown.  Refreshment stops will be taken Marlborough and Hungerford	10.00	8.00	F
TUES		12TH		FD	MORETON-IN-MARSH MARKET : Com Return: 14.30 hrs.	9.25	8.25	C
“		“		FD	CHELTENHAM – shopping : Com Return: 15.10 hrs.	7.75	6.75	C
FRI		15TH			BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS (3 days).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
SAT		16TH			AUTUMN TINTS IN DUNOON, SCOTLAND (6 days) (A few seats left!).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
SUN		17TH		FD	AUTUMN TINTS TOUR inc a delicious 2 course Carvery meal with tea/coffee at the Lenchford Inn, Shrawley, nr Stourport-on-Severn ( a Georgian Hotel) on the banks of the River Severn.  We then continue our tour of the Herefordshire/Worcestershire countryside calling back over the Malvern Hills and Ledbury.  Inc meal.	22.70 PER PERSON		E
WED		20TH		FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE.	9.50	8.50	E
UN		24TH		FD	AUTUMN GLORY WEEK @ FORDE ABBEY & GARDENS, nr Chard.  Forde Abbey is a treasure in an area already known for its outstanding beauty.  More than 900 years of history and romance are encapsulated in this elegant former Cistercian monastery and its 30 acres of award winning gardens.  The amazing variety found in this stately home makes it a wonderful place to spend a day.  The Mermaid Pond is home to the spectacular Centenary Fountain, with a maximum height of 160 ft it is the highest powered fountain in England.  Inc entry to House/Gardens & tour.	23.30 PER PERSON		C
WED		27TH		FD	BATH – shopping or sightseeing.	9.50	7.50	C
THU		28TH		FD	BIRMINGHAM – “BULL RING” or Markets.	10.00	8.00	B
SUN		31ST		FD	“THE QUAYS” is GREATER MANCHESTER’s unique waterfront destination. Whether you are a shopaholic or just someone who likes a bargain the opening of The Lowry Outlet Mall has made The Quays a mecca for the discerning shopper with big-name brand shops and stores offering discounted prices OR WHY NOT VISIT THE NEW AND IMPRESSIVE AND AWARD WINNING IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH situated in the stunning quayside location.  Clever, interesting, informative and moving set in an amazing building.  Good facilities & café.	17.00	15.00	A
November Day Trips
						ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
WED		3RD		M	“HAIRSPRAY” at BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME : 14.00 hrs Perf:	47.50 TICKET/COACH		H
THU		4TH		FD	CRAFTS FOR X-MAS & HOBBYCRAFTS/ART MATERIALS LIVE @ NEC BIRMINGHAM inc entry.	19.35ad        18.35sc		B
FRI		5TH		E	BRIDGWATER CARNIVAL starts 19.00 hrs (not staying for squibbing) ………………	10.50	8.50	L
SUN         7TH          M					DISNEY ON ICE “100 YEARS OF DISNEY MAGIC” A skating spectacular featuring Lion King, Toy Story, The Incredibles and Mulan and Finding Nemo @ NIA BIRMINGHAM.	31.25ad          30.75sc/ch		G
WED		10TH		M	SOUND OF MUSIC @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf:	40.50 TICKET/COACH		I
THU		11TH		FD	THE HALL @ ABBEY-CWM-HIR, LLANDRINDOD WELLS @ Christmas time.  We stop at the Red Lion Inn nr New Radnor (Recommended in the “AA Pub Guide & Britain’s Best Country Pubs for Food”) for our 2 course Christmas lunch. Each 52 rooms are decorated for an utterly unique experience – a truly magical time to visit where we have an enchanting Victorian Christmas tour booked in the pm inc.	41.90  per person		A
MON		15TH		E	WESTON ILLUMINATED CARNIVAL.	10.00	8.00	L
WED		17TH		FD	WESTON-SUPER-MARE.	9.50	8.50	E
WED        17TH        M   BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!					“THE LION KING”  @ LYCEUM THEATRE, LONDON –  A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.  At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba – the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands. 14.30 PERF.	49.65 TICKET/COACH		C

FRI	19TH	FD	CHRISTMAS AT BLENHEIM PALACE, OXFORDSHIRE – A truly magical time at Blenheim when huge Christmas trees sparkle in the Great Court and sumptuous decorations adorn the State Rooms.  At the same time LivingCrafts Fayre are held in the Courtyard featuring 90 talented, carefully chosen craftsmen with a wonderful array of traditional & contemporary crafts, Christmas food, and refreshments complete a fantastic day out. Inc entry to Palace, grounds, gardens & fayre..	23.80ad	21.65sc	C
MON	22ND	E	SOUND OF MUSIC @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 19.00 hrs Perf.	40.50 TICKET/COACH		N
WED	24TH	FD	CARDIFF – X-MAS SHOPPING/	10.50	8.50	C
THU	25TH	FD	CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR @ HOBURNE BASHLEY HOLIDAY CENTRE @ Bashley in the Heart of the New Forest. Get yourself into the Christmas Spirit with this x-mas spectacular includes a 2 hr Dickensian delight when Mr Chairman invites you to join in the fantastic festive fun and sparkling seasonal songs plus having a 2 course traditional Christmas lunch & Cream Tea served in the pm, Inc price.	36.75 per person		B
THU	25TH		DUSSELDORF CHRISTMAS MARKET IN GERMANY (4 days).	Details in 2010 European Brochure
SAT	27TH	FD	PORTOBELLO ROAD, LONDON – World largest antiques market with over 1,000 dealers selling every kind of antique and collectable.  The shops and stalls of Portobello Road offer an extraordinary variety of goods ranging in price from a few pounds to several thousands/ OR COVENT GARDEN, LONDON for Christmas Shopping.	18.50  18.50	16.50 16.50	A A
SUN	28TH	M	22ND BIRMINGHAM TATTOO @ NIA BIRMINGHAM – A 3 hour spectacular of massed bands and a wealth of performers.  Join us for a breathtaking performance of military splendour.  Inc theatre ticket.	31.95ad          27.75ch   29.60sc		H
SUN	28TH	FD	CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT CLARKS VILLAGE, NR STREET, SOMERSET.	10.00	8.00	E
TUE	30TH	FD	BATH CHRISTMAS MARKET – Each year, the beautiful area between the stunning Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths is transformed in to a Christmas shopper’s haven with 123 traditional wooden chalets adorn the streets.	9.95	7.95	C
December Day Trips
				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
THU	2ND		MAASTRICT CHRISTMAS MARKET, HOLLAND (4 days).	Details in 2010 European Brochure
FRI	3RD		LINCOLN CHRISTMAS MARKET (3 days).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
SUN	5TH	FD	WINCHESTER CHRISTMAS MARKET  stunningly located against the backdrop of the Cathedral, prettily clustered around a real outdoor ice-rink and inspired by traditional German Christmas Markets with over 84 wooden chalets all beautifully decorated with swags & pea lights, full of inspiring unusual and tasteful gifts and foods carefully selected from across Britain and Europe.	13.50	11.50	B
WED	8TH	FD	BIRMINGHAM FRANKFURT CHRISTMAS MARKET & CRAFT FAIR  has become a huge favourite from all over the UK combined with the city’s own Christmas Craft Fair of local traders it offers a total of over 180 stalls to browse and enjoy OR Visit Birmingham “The Bull Ring “	10.00 10.00	8.00 8.00	B B
THU	9TH		XANTEN CHRISTMAS MARKET, GERMANY (4 days).	Details in 2010 British Brochure
SUN	12TH	M	DICK WHITTINGTON @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 13.00 HRS PERF	34.20 ticket/coach		G
SUN	12TH	FD	CAERPHILLY MEDIEVAL CHRISTMAS MARKET – Enjoy a wonderful experience for the whole family and travel back in time to days of old.  Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a town and castle preparing for Christmas.  Listen to seasonal music and laugh at the hilarious frolics of the Castle Jester. Browse over 90 stalls around the event site selling food, replica medieval goods and traditional crafts.	11.00             9.00		D
FRI	17TH	FD	CARDIFF – Christmas Shopping.	10.50             8.50		C
TUE	28TH	M	DICK WHITTINGTON @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 14.00 HRS PERF.	39.50 ticket/coach		H
THU	30TH		NEW YEAR GALA TOUR, KONIGSWINTER ON RHINE, GERMANY (5 days).	Details in 2010 British Brochure

January 2011 Day Trips
				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
SUN	2ND	M	DICK WHITTINGTON @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 14.00 HRS PERF	39.50 TICKET/COACH          I
SUN	9TH	E	DICK WHITTINGTON @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : 17.00 HRS PERF	34.70 TICKET/COACH		TBA
February 2011 Day Trips
				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
SUN	TBA	M	HOLIDAY ON ICE @ CARDIFF INTERNATIONAL ARENA 16.15 Hrs Perf.	Prices to be confirmed		E
SUN	TBA	FD	SNOW DROP SUNDAY Inc admission.	Prices to be confirmed		C
TUE	16TH	FD	SALISBURY MARKET.	10.00	8.00	B
WED	17TH	FD	BICESTER SHOPPING VILLAGE in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside with over 130 exclusive designer brands, available at reductions of up to 60% all year round.	11.00	9.00	C
April 2011 Day Trips
				ADULT	CHILD	DEPT
WED	13TH	M	“HAIRSPRAY” @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Big hair, big heart, big hit Hairspray is the mother of all musicals, and winner of 28 major awards! Follow Tracy Turnblad as she sets out to dance her way on TV’s most popular dance show.  Can this ordinary girl realise her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and win the boy she loves?	MAT PERF.    40.85 TICKET/COACH		I
WED	20TH	M	“HAIRSPRAY” @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Mat Perf.	40.85 TICKET/COACH		I
THU	28TH	E	“HAIRSPRAY” @ BRISTOL HIPPODROME : Eve Perf.	40.85 TICKET/COACH		N