Day Trips & Excursions

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DAY TRIPS

Wednesday 22nd March – Highgate Cemetary (Blue Badge Guided Tour)

THEATRE & SHOWS

Wednesday 1st March – Crocodile Rock Lunchtime Show

Thursday 9th March – Dirty Dancing at The Dominion Theatre

Thursday 9th March – Choir of Man at The Arts Theatre

Wednesday 16th March – St Patricks Irish Show – Brick Lane Music Hall

Thursday 30th March –  Micky Flanagan Live – Utilita Arena

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 27th March to Friday 31st March

Queen’s Hotel Eastbourne – Four Night Half Board Spring Break

MORE COMING SOON

THEATRE & SHOWS

DAYTIME LUNCH SHOW

Tribute Elton Towers is at the Tereza Joanne in London’s Royal Docks.

All the Elton favourites plus some righteously good boogie woogie and rock & roll to get you on the dance floor.

The venue is part of the fun – a big old moored boat with level access throughout and stunning views over the Royal Albert Dock and the City Airport to the Canary Wharf and beyond to the City skyline.  The vessel started life as a crane barge built in Eastern Europe just after World War II and eventually, over time, found its way to the United Kingdom.   Following a complete refurbishment it is now permanently moored in King George V Dock in East London offering a unique floating venue for all types of events.

A friendly crew to look after you and a talented chef serving great food.

We arrive for lunch at midday and head home at 3.30pm ahead of the rush hour.

This Trip includes Coach Travel, Entertainment and a Chicken & Cheesecake lunch & hot drink.

NOTE: Pre-book vegetarian & gluten free

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Lets have the time of your life ……

Back in London at the Dominion Theatre!

Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing.

Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives.

See the hit film come to life before your eyes with this fantastic, emotional and triumphant live stage show.   The iconic story of Baby and Johnny, featuring the hit songs ‘Hungry Eyes’, ‘Hey! Baby’, ‘Do You Love Me?’ and the heart stopping ‘(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life’, returns to the stage, following two blockbuster West End runs, four hit UK tours, and multiple sensational international productions.

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https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/dirty-dancing-2

This Trip is NOW SOLD OUT

08.02.2023

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Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, The best pub in the world ……

Come ready to drink in the excitement!  

Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other!

A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers; this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all… live!

An uplifting celebration of community and friendship with something for everyone – including free beer!

Enjoy 90 minutes of feel-good, foot-stomping entertainment unlike anything else in the West End.

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AFTERNOON SHOW

Celebrating an early St Patrick’s Day

Brick Lane Music Hall is a unique theatre and dining venue.   It offers a mix of comedy and song and dance.   All the food served is freshly made on the premises and there is a fully licensed bar and good wheelchair access inside.

As the popularity of St Patrick’s day has grown, so has the tradition of wearing something green, especially in America.

From green hats to shamrock sun glasses, it has become popular for people to celebrate St Patrick’s day by sporting something green, even those who have no connections to Ireland.

At Brick Lane Music Hall they will definitely be sticking to traditional Guinness, alongside Bailey’s, of course, together with an Irish show to lift the spirits.

Bring a sprig of shamrock, wear something green, or just come as you are, for our very own celebration of everything Irish.

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FOUR NIGHT ALL INCLUSIVE MINI BREAK

Overlooking the picturesque Norfolk Coast, Potters Resorts, Hopton-on-Sea’s All Inclusive Adult Short Breaks offer the perfect opportunity for you to forget the day to day and enjoy a well-deserved, relaxing escape with friends.

All of the rooms offer an en-suite bathroom, TV with Freeview channels, tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi.   You can even enjoy live streamed entertainment in your accommodation via the ‘Potters Live’ channel.

You can enjoy exhilarating activities from the programme bursting with variety.  At Potters you can enjoy a huge range of activities without paying a penny on resort.   After all, why should you have to pick and choose whether you take a ride on the karts, a dip in the pool, a frame of snooker, an end of bowls or a round of pitch ‘n’ putt?   At Potters you don’t have to choose.   It’s all included, so while you’re having fun, your pocket is taking a rest!

Tuck into mouth-watering food.  Kickstart your day the right way with a delicious breakfast, from a traditional and hearty full English, to a choice of cereal, yoghurts and pastries.   For your tasty 3-course lunch you can choose from a range of hot dishes, salads and desserts. And in the evenings, enjoy a sumptuous 3-course dinner in readiness for the night ahead, including a delicious variety of starters, mains and desserts to satisfy even the healthiest of appetites.   Plus, enjoy a late night snack before you either retreat for the evening, or continue your night in style.

Enjoy a wide selection of popular branded beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks, as well as all those hot favourites including cappuccinos, coffees, lattes, hot chocolates and many more.   Drinks are included from 3pm on arrival day and from 8.30am every day, until close of bars, and up to 10.30am on your departure day.

Laugh until it hurts with the comedy team’s antics and unwind with a drink while being dazzled by live entertainment.    There really is something for everyone with the very best in music and comedy.   The sensational live band and vocalists will cover the best of the west end, the 1980s and the swing era amongst others.

You already know about the amazing inclusiveness of the Breaks, with delicious food, superb entertainment, a host of sports and leisure facilities and comfortable accommodation all included in your break price.

With top singers and comedy characters day and night, the entertainment is designed to perfectly complement your holiday, allowing everyone to either enjoy conversations with live music as the perfect background to the fun evening, or to sit down and be entranced, watching the brilliant performers entertain in the Atlas Theatre, with everything from 60s favourites through to the here and now.

This Trip Includes –

• Return Coach Travel to Hopton Upon Sea
• Four Nights ALL INCLUSIVE Accomodation at Potters Resort

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GUIDED TOUR WITH LUNCH INCLUDED

When London’s churchyards filled up, just as a young Queen Victoria came to the throne, a scheme was launched to build The Magnificent Seven – huge, modern cemeteries in a ring around the City.

As soon as it opened in 1839 Highgate Cemetery in the Northern hills became THE place to be buried if you were rich or famous.

Highgate would become one of the greatest cemeteries in the world full of eccentric funerary architecture.   In the heart of the grounds the Egyptian Avenue leads to the Circle of Lebanon created by earth being excavated around an ancient Cedar of Lebanon.

The cemetery fell into ruin for many years until in the 1970s when The Friends of Highgate Cemetery was formed to buy the freehold – Today the tours are run to raise money to look after it.

Over 170,000 people are buried in 53,000 graves.

Nature has gradually taken over and this remarkable site is now also an important wild-life reserve.   Come with us and meet London’s famous dead in this Victorian Valhalla.

We arrive at 12 Noon in upmarket Hampstead for a Roast turkey or Nut Roast lunch.

At 2pm we start our Guided tour of the West Cemetery (the extraordinary side with all the gothic tombs).  The Tour will last around 70 minutes.

After the guided tour, their is plenty of time for a self guided visit to the East Cemetary where the tomb of Karl Marx is located.

PLEASE NOTE:

Paths are steep and sometimes muddy and there are two flights of stairs so please do make sure that you wear appropriate footwear.   Following the guided tour, there is time for a self-guided visit to the East Cemetary.   This is on a gentler slope with tarmac paths and is more easily accessible.

Toilet facilities are available in both the East and West Cemetary and a disabled toilet is available in the West Cemetary.

Lunch consists of a Roast Turkey Dinner with a dessert. (Cheesecake or Sticky Toffee Pudding) or a Nut Roast Lunch.  Tea/Coffee is included.  Please advise Stevenage Travel of your choices and any special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

The Pub/Restaurant is located on the ground floor.

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

The magnificent Victorian Queen’s Hotel is situated in an outstanding position overlooking the pier.

All 125 bedrooms have central heating and bath or shower and WC.   All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, intercom, hair dryer and TV with radio channels.

This Trip Includes –

• Return Coach Travel
• Four Night’s Half Board Accomodation (Breakfast and Evening Meal)
• Entertainment

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EVENING PERFORMANCE

Micky’s been double busy writing the new show and it’s already proved a hit with fans, he’s even been doing matinees.

He’s the man who gave Britain the “Out Out” phrase, which was used by Piccadilly Circus tube to put a smile on commuters’ faces as we came out out of Lockdown and went on to be used by TFL to encourage people back into theatres, restaurants and clubs.   Micky cut his comedy teeth at these clubs and it clearly paid off.

The show covers Micky turning 60 – who’d have thought it? – as well as having sex with your glasses on, his school alumni and his ballbag.   It’s fair to say this show is for the over-16s.

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DAY TRIPS

Sunday 2nd April – Camden Market

Tuesday 11th April – Half Term Day Trip to The London Museums

Thursday 20th April – Beth Chatto and The Halfpenny Pier (Blue Badge Guided Tour)

Sunday 30th April – Day Trip to Oxford

THEATRE & SHOWS

Tuesday 4th April – The Music Of Bond at The Royal Albert Hall

Wednesday 5th April – Shirley Valentine at The Duke of York’s Theatre

Thursday 6th April – The Tina Turner Musical at The Aldwych Theatre

Thursday 6th April – Back To The Future – Adelphi Theatre

Saturday 8th April – Johannes Radabe Freedom Unleased Tour – Peacock Theatre

Sunday 16th April – Monster Trucks Live Glow Party – Utilita Arena

Sunday 16th April – The Choir Of Man – The Arts Theatre

Tuesday 18th April – The Mousetrap – St Martin’s Theatre

Wednesday 19th April – Pretty Woman – Savoy Theatre

Wednesday 19th April – Disney’s Lion King – Lyceum Theatre

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 17th to Friday 21st April

Pontins Holiday Village Sand Bay – Four Night Half Board Break

MORE COMING SOON

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Camden Lock Market, by the canal, was the original craft market, established in 1974, but now has a much wider spectrum of goods on sale.

Both this and the ever popular Camden Stables Market – centre of the alternative fashion scene, Camden (Buck Street) Market and Inverness Street Market – which thrived on local trade long before tourists discovered Camden.

It is at the weekend that the market scene jumps fully into life with all stalls and shops at the above-mentioned markets fully trading..

There is always something happening in the centre of Camden Town.   Multitudes of shops and restaurants spill out on to the busy Main Streets. Days in Camden start slow and easy – shops and stalls open around 10am.

A walk along the pretty canal towpath from Regent’s Park will also take you into the middle of the markets.

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Back by overwhelming demand

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra promises to take you to double-0-heaven with this sensational concert!

Enjoy iconic theme songs and thrilling Bond anthems from almost six decades of box office block busters highlights to include: Goldfinger, Licence to kill, You only live twice, Thunderball, Diamonds are forever, Live and let die, From Russia with love, Casino Royale, Golden Eye, Spectre and many more!

NEW FOR 2022! Music from the 25th and latest film release, NO TIME TO DIE.

Gareth Hudson Conductor, Alison Jiear and Lance Ellington Vocalists

Price Includes

Return Coach Travel and Concert Ticket

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Gone! Gone to Greece ……

Shirley Valentine is the joyous, life-affirming story of the woman who got lost in marriage and motherhood, the woman who wound up talking to the kitchen wall whilst cooking her husband’s chips and egg.

But Shirley still has a secret dream.   And in her bag, an airline ticket.   One day she may just leave a note saying: ‘Gone! Gone to Greece.’

Shirley Valentine is the celebrated one-woman play written by Willy Russell, winning him his third Olivier Award.    Sheridan Smith is a multi-award-winning actress with two Olivier Awards and a BAFTA.   Matthew Dunster is a three-time Olivier Award nominated director whose work most recently has been seen on Broadway with Martin McDonagh’s Hangmen and in the West End with 2:22 by Danny Robins.‍

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https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/shirley-valentine

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MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Simply the Best

From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation against all odds into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them.

The Tina Turner Musical at the Aldwych Theatre reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.

Experience the singular journey in the hit musical that’s playing to critical raves and sold-out audiences around the world.

Featuring iconic songs, including What’s Love Got To Do With It, Proud Mary, Private Dancer and River Deep – Mountain High.

This Musical is presented in association with Tina Turner herself.

“It’s really important to me to have the chance to share my full story.   This musical is not about my stardom. It is about the journey I took to get there. Each night I want audiences to take away from the theatre that you can turn poison into medicine.”

TINA TURNER

THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is an exhilarating celebration of the artist you know and love.

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Welcome to Hill Valley!

Take an electrifying ride back in time as the 1985 blockbuster film and pop culture phenomenon arrives in London as a groundbreaking musical adventure!

When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history.

He finds himself in a time of Rock n Roll, Skateboards and High School Sweethearts.

This major new musical features the smash-hit songs from the movie including The Power Of Love by Huey Lewis and The News, Johnny B. Goode, Earth Angel and Mr Sandman, plus original songs by Ghost composer Glen Ballard and the movie’s original composer Alan Silvestri.

Now Marty’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past and send himself… back to the future.

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Leave your inhibitions at the door and get ready for this super-charged  “must see” show

Strictly Come Dancing Sensation and International Dance Champion Johannes Radebe is hosting a party like no other in this electrifying brand new production for 2023.

Following his sell-out debut tour, Strictly Come Dancing and international dance champion Johannes Radebe returns to The Peacock Theatre with his new show for 2023.   Freedom Unleashed celebrates electrifying dance from around the world – starting in his hometown in South Africa and ending with some of his most memorable routines and choreography.

Freedom Unleashed sees the ‘Irresistible’ Johannes joined by a diverse, world-class cast of talented dancers and singers in this melting pot of South African rhythms and huge party anthems – with a touch of ballroom magic thrown in to make this a pulsating and jubilant celebration of culture, passion, and freedom.

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https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/johaness-radebe-freedom-unleashed-tour

TICKET AVAILABILITY UPDATE

03.02.2023 – Only 11 Tickets remain available

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

Take the kids for a fun day out this Easter ……

We plan to arrive in London at roughly 11am today.

We will be dropping you off close to  the museums in Exhibition Road.

Today you can visit the world famous Science Museum, Natural History museum  and the Victoria and Albert Museum – these are all free admission but you may want to pre book your entry on-line.

See the dinosaurs up close, explore the wonders of the scientific age and marvel at the Victorians achievements at these fantastic three visitor attractions.

Alternatively from here you can jump on the Underground or a London Bus and go anywhere in London to have a fabulous day out.

Our Coach will return for home at 5.30pm.

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https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/day-trip-to-london-half-term

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AFTERNOON SHOW

Fans of all ages will be dazzled as they watch the iconic Hot Wheels Monster Trucks light up the floor in this one-of-a-kind, high-energy Glow Party experience when the huge rip-roaring trucks roll into Glasgow, London, Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham.

Coming off a hugely successful Glow Party debut in North America, the popular family entertainment tour is kicking off its 2023 campaign with a sweeping Glow Party experience across Europe, with multiple shows in the UK, Belgium, Denmark, Poland and Spain.

The thrilling new experience brings audiences the only opportunity to watch their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks -Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, Boneshaker™, Bigfoot®, and more, plus the all-new Gunkster™ light up the floor in outrageous monster trucks competitions and battles.

Event performances will also feature spectacular laser light shows exhilarating dance parties, and Hot Wheels toy giveaways.

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https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/monster-truck-live-glow-party

TICKET AVAILABILITY UPDATE

08.02.2023 – Only 2 Tickets remain available

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Feel Good Show

Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN– the best night in your local you’ve ever had.

It’s a party, it’s a concert, it’s a lock in like no other.

Featuring breath-taking reinventions of chart topping hits from artists including  Guns’N’Roses, Fun!, Adele, Avicii, Paul Simon, Sia and many more.  The Choir of Man has something for everyone!

The multi-talented cast of nine guys combine beautiful harmonies and foot-stomping singalongs with world-class tap dance and poetic meditations on the power of community.

This is a riotously feel-good homage to that gathering place we all love: the pub.

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

INCLUDING COACH EXCURSIONS TO CHEDDAR GORGE AND CLARKES SHOPPING VILLAGE

(Near Weston Super Mare) With beautiful sunsets, blue sea and golden sand dunes, at Sand Bay you can relax and enjoy a holiday with a great location, a great Holiday Village and lots of great entertainment!

Whatever the weather has in store during your break, the wide choice of leisure facilities will keep you occupied.   The facilities & activities include a Indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Ballroom with large dance floor, Daytime and evening entertainment including live bands and cabaret shows, Resident entertainment team, bowls and Amusement arcade, pool, darts Club bar – Rose Garden Cafe coffee shop, Shop selling newspapers and sundries, Restaurant with your choice of self service buffet, Beach just a short walk away, TV Lounge.

The guest rooms are comfortable and offer en suite facilities featuring a bath or shower.   There are brand new LCD TVs with a wide choice of ‘Freeview’ channels and you have central heating for the cooler months as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

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This Trip Includes –

• Return Coach Travel
• Four Night’s Half Board Accomodation (Breakfast and Evening Meal)
• Entertainment
• Coach Excursions to Cheddar Gorge and Clarkes Shopping Village

PLEASE NOTE –

Pakefield Holiday Village is an ADULT ONLY Park

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EVENING PERFORMANCE

The longest running play of all time

What is The Mousetrap play about?

The Mousetrap play follows a group of people gathered in a remote part of the countryside as they discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be?

One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed. A cracking yarn and an irresistible treat for amateur sleuths everywhere!

Is The Mousetrap still running?

The Mousetrap is the longest-running play of all time. The original production opened across the road at the Ambassadors Theatre on 25 November 1952. Since then, The Mousetrap is now translated into 27 different languages in more than 50 countries around the world. The Mousetrap then moved across the road to St. Martin’s Theatre in 1974, where it’s played ever since.

Who wrote The Mousetrap?

Agatha Christie, the “Queen of Crime,” wrote 66 novels throughout her career and was awarded a damehood for services to literature. Christie wrote The Mousetrap and Witness for the Prosecution. She became a Dame of the British Empire in 1971; her books have sold billions of copies around the world – more than any other author, after The Bible. She died on 12 Jan. 1976 aged 85.   She gave the rights to the stage play to her then nine-year old grandson, Matthew Prichard.

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Pretty Woman is Back in the West End.

It’s time to head back to Beverly Hills and experience one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time live on stage at it’s glamorous new home – the Savoy Theatre.

Experience the moments you love from the Pretty Woman movie—and get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way—in this dazzlingly theatrical take on a love story for the ages.

Vivian and Edward are unlikely soulmates who overcome all odds to find each other and themselves.

Based on the hit film, Pretty Women is a modern Cinderella story.

A high powered businessman and an escort make unlikely soulmates, but despite the odds the two learn that their connection goes beyond a simple transaction.

Get ready to fall in love as the record breaking box office smash-hit musical returns this year.

Features direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Hairspray), an original ‘blazing rock score’ (Daily Mail) score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (‘Summer of ’69’, ‘Heaven’) and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J.F. Lawton..

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Disney’s award winning musical

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s multi-award winning musical The Lion King will redefine your expectations of Theatre.

As the sun rises on the plains of the Serengeti, watch in awe as giraffes, gazelles and birds bring the story of Simba to life in a spectacle unlike any other.   Now in its 22nd year at London’s Lyceum Theatre, this acclaimed reimagining of Disney’s beloved film will redefine your expectation of theatre.

Using magical puppetry, costumes and sets, a dazzling world is brought to life in one of the most imaginative and beautiful musicals to ever be staged.

A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney’s much-loved film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

At its heart, Disney’s The Lion King 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.

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BLUE BADGE GUIDED TOUR

This day is a real tonic.

We visit the beautiful estuary of The Stour, where Essex meets Suffolk, journeying from England’s smallest town to the sea by the Ha’Penny Pier in Old Harwich.

In the afternoon we examine the seaside heritage of Essex en route to The Beth Chatto Gardens.   We begin at an old thatched pub in beautiful East Bergholt for morning coffee (included) before following the River Stour off the beaten track   The Witch Finder General Matthew Hopkins and Margaret Thatcher both worked in the little river port of Manningtree.   At Mistley two grand towers are all that remains of a Georgian scheme to turn this sleepy backwater into a spa town.   The river flows into the sea at Old Harwich where the street pattern is still mediaeval and the atmosphere seafaring.   We see some fine captains houses and a unique treadmill crane, hearing about Captain Christopher Jones of the Mayflower and Lighthouse Lil, a lady of questionable virtue!

Old Harwich is great to explore with lots of lunch options. Crab sandwiches on the pier anyone?

Beth Chatto was her generation’s Gertrude Jekyll.   She pioneered “ecological gardening”-a gravel garden, cleverly planted to resemble a dried up river bed and filled with drought resistant plants has never been watered.   Elsewhere lush, leafy plants surround four spring-fed ponds beneath a backdrop of ancient oaks and ornamental trees.

There is a nursery on site for the green fingered and a tea-room serving light refreshments* in an inspirational setting to round off a great day out.

We’ll aim to have you on the coach heading home at 4.45pm.

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PLEASE NOTE: 

BETH CHATTO GARDENS

*  Light refreshments are not included in the tour price.  Locally baked pastries, cakes, scones and sandwiches, including vegan and gluten free options are available to purchase at The Tea-room.  Picnic benches are also available adjacent to the car park in a neighbouring field.

Modern toilet facilities (Including Disabled) are available by the entrance.

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

Today we visit Oxford, The City of Dreaming Spires.

Oxford is famous the world over for its University and place in history.   For over 800 years, it has been a home to royalty and scholars, and since the 9th century an established town, although people are known to have lived in the area for thousands of years.   Nowadays, the city is a bustling cosmopolitan town.

With its mix of ancient and modern, there is plenty for the day tripper to do. Whether its visiting one of the many historic buildings, colleges or museums, enjoying a meal or shopping till you drop.

Oxford has numerous major tourist attractions including the iconic Bodleian Library; Carfax Tower which offers superb views over the city; and the historic Covered Market with its many tourist shops.   Explore Oxford’s wide streets, intricate network of smaller lanes lined with noble buildings.  Stop and relax for great food and drink, and see if you can see familiar sights often used as the backdrop to many TV programmes and films, from Inspector Morse to Harry Potter.

We aim to arrive in Oxford at about 10.30am and you will have the day to explore this beautiful City.

Our coach will head for home at 5pm.

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DAY TRIPS

Monday 1st May – Brighton

Saturday 6th May – Coronation Of King Charles III

Sunday 14th May – Brighton

Friday 19th May – National Flower Show at Hylands House

Sunday 21st May – Stratford Upon Avon

Monday 22nd May – Hampton Court Palace Tulips

Thursday 25th May – Southend On Sea

Saturday 27th May – Windsor with River Cruise

Sunday 28th May – Camden Market with River Cruise

THEATRE & SHOWS

Thursday 4th May – Olly Murs (Marry Me Tour) at The Resorts World Arena

Tuesday 9th May – Cockney Matinee Lunchtime Show

Tuesday 9th May – Disney’s Lion King at The Lyceum Theatre

Wednesday 10th May – Harry Potter and The Cursed Child at The Palace Theatre

Saturday 13th May – Film Music Gala at The Royal Albert Hall

Sunday 14th May – Mamma Mia The Party at The O2

Tuesday 16th May – Mrs Doubtfire at The Shaftsbury Theatre

Thursday 18th May – Six (The Musical) at The Vaudeville Theatre

Tuesday 23rd May – Aspects Of Love at The Lyric Theatre

Wednesday 24th May – Country & Western Lunchtime Show

Tuesday 30th May – Operation Mincemeat at The Fortune Theatre

Wednesday 31st May – Disney’s Frozen at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane

SHORT BREAKS

Wednesday 3rd May to Sunday 7th May

Bayshore Hotel – Sandown Isle Of Wight – Four Night Half Board Break

Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th May

Metropole Hotel – Torquay – Four Night Half Board Break

MORE COMING SOON

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Come and join us on a lovely day trip to Brighton.

A great place to visit as there is so much to see and do.

From the stunning Royal Pavilion and its regency architecture to the seaside palace of The Prince Regent (George V) transformed into one of the most dazzling and exotic buildings in the British Isles.  There is also a lovely Royal Pavilion Tea room with its fabulous balcony overlooking the Pavilion Gardens.  Spend some time on the famous Brighton Pier.

The Shoppers amongst you will enjoy browsing along The Lanes.

The Lanes offer a shoppers paradise of independent shops and boutiques.

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

The Bayshore Hotel (76 Rooms) is a popular choice for visitors to the Isle of Wight as it is situated in a magnificent position on the seafront, opposite the superbly sandy beaches and the traditional pier and close to the high street.

The Isle of Wight has a great deal to offer with many superb beaches, mile upon mile of stunning countryside and coastal walks and all the usual modern holiday facilities in the resort.

Regarding the guest accessibility at the hotel, a lift serves most rooms although all floors are split level.

Don’t forget to upgrade to a room with a sea view and take in the fabulous scenery.   There are 76 bedrooms.

Rooms with magnificent views of the sea or Pier are available on request.  All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, hair dryer and Freeview TV with radio channels.

The main town beach in Sandown stretches all the way along the esplanade and is considered one of The Isle of Wights finest beaches.  There is plenty to see and do at Sandown including the Isle of Wight Zoo, traditional amusements and arcades, bowling and crazy golf.

This Trip includes –

• Return Coach and Ferry Travel
• Four nights accomodation at The Bayshore Hotel with breakfast and evening meal
• Entertainment
• Two Coach Excursions

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Marry Me UK Tour

Olly Murs, and supporting act Scouting For Girls, will take to the stage on Thursday the 4th of May as part of the UK Marry Me Tour.

This Tour follows the release of his new albumn Marry Me, which will be available from December 2022.

The singer, songwriter and solid-gold pop star has been all over your screens recently as the host of ITV’s Starstruck and as a judge on The Voice.

Olly’s previous six albums and subsequent sold- out tours have all been enormously successful.   The stats speak for themselves: 6 multi-platinum albums, 4 #1 UK albums, 4 #1 UK singles, 6 million spotify monthly listeners, 800 million Youtube views & 1.8 million tour tickets sold.

Olly is sure to have people dancing – if not proposing – in the aisles next year, when he gets back on tour.

Last time round he sold 180,000 tickets for UK arenas in 2019.

He’s determined to go bigger, better, louder this time and will return with eleven huge arena shows across the UK in April & May.

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An amazing experience in our wonderful Capital City – LONDON

On 6th May 2023 King Charles III will be crowned in London –

Here is your opportunity to be part of the big day.

We will be making an early start today and aim to arrive in London for 8am.

You can either watch the day unfold on one of the big screens in one of the Royal Parks or go to the Procession area and Westminster – the choice is yours as you will have the entire day to do as you please.

The King and the Queen Consort will arrive at Westminster Abbey in procession from Buckingham Palace, known as ‘The King’s Procession‘.

Following the ceremony, the King and Queen Consort will return to Buckingham Palace in a larger ceremonial procession, known as ‘The Coronation Procession‘.   They will be joined in this procession by other members of the Royal Family.

The day will end with the Royal Family appearing on the balcony.

Our coach will aim to drop you off as close to Hyde Park as posssible.

We will leave for home at 7pm.

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14.03.2022 – ONLY 10 SEATS REMAINING

THEATRE & SHOWS

DAYTIME LUNCH SHOW

Join us aboard the Tereza Joanne in London’s Royal Docks.

The Cockney Matinee is an afternoon of traditional East End entertainment with absolutely no bad language at all.

A three piece Cockney band for an uplifting party afternoon of sing along, flag waving, Conga & Okey Cokey fun.

The venue is part of the fun – a big old moored boat with level access throughout and stunning views over the Royal Albert Dock and the City Airport to the Canary Wharf and beyond to the City skyline.

A friendly crew to look after you and a talented chef serving great food.

We head home at 3.30pm ahead of the rush hour.

This trip includes a traditional East End lunch, consisting of a Minced Beef Pie, Creamy Mash, Peas with choice of Liquor or Gravy. Apple Pie with Custard/Cream Tea or Coffee.

NOTE: Vegetarian & Gluten Free Pies available if pre-booked.

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THEATRES & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Disney’s award winning musical

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s multi-award winning musical The Lion King will redefine your expectations of Theatre.

As the sun rises on the plains of the Serengeti, watch in awe as giraffes, gazelles and birds bring the story of Simba to life in a spectacle unlike any other.   Now in its 22nd year at London’s Lyceum Theatre, this acclaimed reimagining of Disney’s beloved film will redefine your expectation of theatre.

Using magical puppetry, costumes and sets, a dazzling world is brought to life in one of the most imaginative and beautiful musicals to ever be staged.

A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney’s much-loved film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

At its heart, Disney’s The Lion King 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.

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14.02.2023 – ONLY 2 SEATS REMAINING

THEATRE & SHOWS

AFTERNOON AND EVENING PERFORMANCE

There’s magic in every moment at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the most awarded play in history and “one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade” (Forbes).

19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the wizarding world, they’re back on a most extraordinary new adventure – this time, joined by a brave new generation that has only just arrived at the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Prepare for spectacular spells, a mind-blowing race through time, and an epic battle to stop mysterious forces, all while the future hangs in the balance.

Featuring a cast of over 40, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is one play presented in two parts. Both parts are intended to be seen in order on the same day (matinee and evening), or on two consecutive evenings.

There are two parts to the show – and we will be seeing both of them on the same day

Part 1 starts at 2pm and finishes roughly 4.40pm.   You will have time to get some food and drink before heading back to the theatre for Part 2 which will start at 7pm.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Celebrate the incomparable music of classic cinema and today’s biggest blockbusters in this sensational gala show, brought to you by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and performed within the magnificent surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.

Hear the mesmerising music of the most iconic movie moments, from Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Superman, Gladiator, Harry Potter, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park … and many more.

New for 2023 – A 100th anniversary tribute to the much-loved music of Disney.

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SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

From iconic tourist attractions to beachfront cool, Brighton is a treasure trove of things to do and places to go.

From the stunning heritage of the Royal Pavilion, Regency architecture and Victorian aquariums to the seaside fun of Brighton Pier and the famous pebble beach, Brighton offers something for every walk of life.

A great place to visit is the spectacular seaside palace of the Prince Regent (George IV) transformed by John Nash between 1815 and 1822 into one of the most dazzling and exotic buildings in the British Isles.   The Pavilion houses furniture and works of art including original pieces lent by HM The Queen and a magnificent display of Regency silver-gilt.   The Royal Pavilion Tearoom, with its fabulous balcony, overlooks the Pavilion gardens, has also been returned to its original Regency splendour.

If you’re looking to put a creative edge into your shopping, Brighton Lanes offer a shopper’s paradise of independent shops and boutiques.   Once the heart of the fishing town Brighton Lanes’ historic quarter is a fabulous maze of twisting alleyways, offering an extraordinary mix of antiques and jewellery shops nestling alongside specialist contemporary and designer boutique fashion.

NOTE:  Price is for Return Coach Travel.  No admissions are included in the price.

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

DANCE, DINE AND HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE

Dine and dance at this joyful summer party

Mamma Mia! The Party is back in London.   Created by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, this is the immersive “all-singing, all-dancing theatrical dining extravaganza”.

Mamma Mia! The Party is a theatrical dining experience evolving in Nikos Taverna on the island of Skopelos.   The story unfolds all around you: in front, behind, below and even above you!   From your seat, you’ll have an ever-changing view of the drama as it develops

Be transported to the island of Skopelos, via The O2 London, where Nikos and his family will host you in their fantastical Greek taverna for a glorious night of music, laughter and feasting where “the name of the game is fun” (Daily Mirror).

Enjoy a spectacular show, a four-course gourmet Mediterranean meal and a fabulous ABBA disco!    This unforgettable evening puts you right at the heart of the action, proving that “a night out with ABBA is the very best escape” (The Times).

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Two small-town kids from the middle of nowhere became the biggest folk heroes in all America. They craved adventure—and each other.   Their names were Bonnie and Clyde.

Following a sell-out run at the Arts Theatre, Frances Mayli McCann and Jordan Luke Gage return for a new limited West End season of the cult-sensation BONNIE & CLYDE THE MUSICAL.   Featuring music by Tony® nominee Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde), lyrics by Tony® and Oscar® winner Don Black (Sunset Boulevard), a book by Emmy® Award nominee Ivan Menchell, and directed by Nick Winston.

Fearless, shameless, and alluring, Bonnie & Clyde is the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire nation.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

A lovable, big-hearted musical comedy

Direct from a sensational run up in Manchester — where it played to sold-out crowds and standing ovations — the new comedy musical MRS. DOUBTFIRE is ready to dazzle and delight London’s West End.

Out-of-work actor Daniel will do anything for his kids.   After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives.   As his new character takes on a life of its own, MRS. DOUBTFIRE teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE has been created by a transatlantic team of award-winning artists, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, original music and lyrics by Wayne and Karey Kirkpatrick (the Tony Award-nominated team behind Something Rotten!, along with O’Farrell), direction by 4-time Tony winner Jerry Zaks (Hello, Dolly!), scenic design by David Korins (Hamilton), choreography by Lorin Latarro (Waitress), and music supervision by Ethan Popp (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical).

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See Extra Date – Departing Wednesday 28th June 2023

THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century Girl power.

Critically acclaimed with a spectacularly successful studio album adored on playlists across the globe, the New York Times royally decreed that SIX is ‘pure entertainment’!

Think you know the Six Wives of Henry VIII? Think again…

The crowning glory of the West End, Broadway and beyond, history is about to get over-throne in the
homegrown hit musical sensation, SIX, live at the Vaudeville Theatre.

Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, prepare to lose your head and experience the Tudor Wives’ lives
as they turn back the clock and take to the stage to reclaim their crowns and retell their stories of love, loss
and the infamous ex they all have in common.

Join Aragon, Boleyn, Seymour, Cleves, Howard and Parr, backed by their fiercely all-female band,
the Ladies in Waiting, and Get Down to a royal retelling of the sassiest story in British Her-story.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Seize The Day

Newsies, Disney’s acclaimed Tony award winning Broadway musical is now playing in London at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.

Set in New York City at the turn of the 19th century, the story is based on real events: the tale of a ragged band of teenage newspaper sellers, who dream of a better life far from the hardship of the streets. After newspaper magnate Joseph Pulitzer hikes up the prices for his papers charged to the newsies, Jack Kelly rallies his fellow newsboys in an attempt to protest the change, falling in love with young reporter Katherine along the way. These young newsies from across the city come together and rise up against the exploitation of wealthy publishing tycoons and fight for justice using the only power they have – solidarity.

Based on the 1992 Disney film, itself inspired by the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899, Disney’s Newsies is a high-energy song and dance musical tackling age-old themes of social injustice, exploitative labour practices, and David-versus-Goliath struggles as the young learn to harness their power against a corrupt establishment.

This brand new production will be staged as a fully immersive, ‘in the round’ production at the Troubadour.

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Hylands House is a beautiful designed stately home situated in the 570 acres of Hylands Park.

The history of Hylands House dates back to the 18th century and since 1966 the House has been publicly owned.

The National Flower Show now returns to Essex.   This wonderful event will celebrate the very best of gardening, home and lifestyle.

Hylands House and its surrounding gardens will be filled with inspiration, flowers and plants and everything you need for your home and garden.   Here you will discover stunning arrangements from nurseries up and down the country as they compete for our prestigious Best in Show prize.

This is the ideal show for gardening enthusiasts and homeowners alike as the ever-growing event celebrates the best of gardening, homes and lifestyle offering ideas and inspiration, plus expert plantsmen will be on hand offering advice and the tools to help create your own garden haven.

The Pavilion will be a riot of colour, fragrance and amazing plants with a whole range of specialists including Bonsai, fly trap plants, cactus and more, all with unique and special varieties you may not be able to find in your local garden centre.

Featuring thousands of plants, as well as gardening accessories, floral inspiration, outside furniture, garden ornaments, flower displays, water features, crafts, gifts, food and drink – plus a brand-new and exciting Floral Experience inside Hylands House (to be announced soon), the National Flower Show 2023 is set to be a wonderful show not to be missed.

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PLEASE NOTE

There is no facility to hire wheelchairs or mobility scooters at this event.

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Stratford Upon Avon is set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside on the banks of the river Avon.

Famous as the Birth place of William Shakespeare, Stratford Upon Avon is steeped in the culture and history.

You are free to wander and do as you please today.

We recommend taking some time to visit Shakespeares Birthplace, Anne Hathaways Cottage, Mary Ardens Farm, The Old Thatch Tavern, The Museum or hop on an open top bus.

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Price is for Coach Travel Only

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Hampton Court Palace’s Gardens Explode Into Colour With 120,000 Tulips

Step back into Tudor times at Hampton Court Palace, Henry VIII’s majestic former home.

Celebrate the start of spring with a visit, as the tulips emerge to herald warmer days to come.   Relax in 60 acres of colourful royal gardens as you immerse yourself in Henry VIII’s famous grounds with friends and loved ones.

Hampton Court Palace have been presenting a spring display for over 200 years, probably longer if you include the tulip bulbs planted in the Privy Garden for William III in 1702.   People would flock to Hampton Court and other Royal Parks to see the displays each spring and delight in the array of colours and shapes usually set within a bed of wallflowers or primroses.

The Palace gardens become a kaleidoscope of colours as thousands of tulips bloom throughout the gardens and the courtyards.   A special trail will guide visitors around the stunning displays, revealing the history of the tulips, believed to date back to Mary II (1662-1694).

Today, you can wander the Haunted Gallery, stroll through the formal gardens and test out the maze.

The expert gardening team were also be on hand to provide tips and information to keen gardeners during their visit.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Featuring Michael Ball

West End favourite Michael Ball returns to a show that made him famous – and earned him a Number Two hit in the charts with “Love Changes Everything”.   This 21st century reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical about complex romantic entanglements sees Ball take on the role of Uncle George, 30 years after he played young lover Alex.

Aspects of Love follows individuals caught in romantic entanglements over 17 years.

Aspects of Love premiered in the West End in 1989 and ran for 1,325 performances.   Ball played Alex in the 1989 Aspects of Love at the Prince of Wales Theatre.

Jonathan Kent directs Michael Ball in Aspects of Love, with a book by Andrew Lloyd Webber, and lyrics by Don Black and Charles Hart.

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14.02.2023 – ONLY 12 SEATS LEFT

THEATRE & SHOWS

DAYTIME LUNCH SHOW

 Join us for some Country and Western fun aboard Tereza Joanne in London’s Royal Docks.

The Tereza Joanne is a unique floating event venue in East London with breathtaking views .

The venue is part of the fun – a big old moored boat with level access throughout and stunning views over the Royal Albert Dock and the City Airport to the Canary Wharf and beyond to the City skyline.  The vessel started life as a crane barge built in Eastern Europe just after World War II and eventually, over time, found its way to the United Kingdom.   Following a complete refurbishment it is now permanently moored in King George V Dock in East London offering a unique floating venue for all types of events.

A friendly crew to look after you and a talented chef serving great food.

Whether you are a line dancer, two stepper, western partner dancer, country music fan, or just like listening to live music join us for a fun afternoon with Pete George.

All the old favourites are here – from Kenny Rogers and Merle Haggard to Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash.

If you are line dancers you are welcome to tell us in advance the songs you want to hear..

Dressing up is ALWAYS encouraged!

Price Includes a 2 course Chicken & Apple Pie lunch & hot drink .

NOTE: Pre-book vegetarian & gluten free options

We will be heading home at 3.30pm. ahead of the rush hour.

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

With its stunning seafront, stylish marina and beautiful beaches meandering the length of this beautiful South Devon town, Torquay is noted for its huge range of year-round activities.

The Metropole Hotel (95 Bedrooms) is just a five minute walk from the beach.

The location of the hotel is key for exploring Torquay’s many attractions and is situated just a short walk from the harbour side.

Torquay is one of Britain’s most famous resorts, situated at the heart of 22 miles of unspoilt coastline known as the ‘English Riviera’ because of its mild climate, sparkling blue waters, blue-flag beaches, attractive gardens and palm tree lined seafront.

This Trip Includes –

• Return Coach Travel
• Four Night’s Half Board Accomodation (Breakfast and Evening Meal)
• Entertainment
• Two Coach Excursions

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SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England.

With seven miles of of beach and the longest leisure pier in the world, there is plenty to fill your day here.

Southend has the longest pleasure pier in the world which is serviced by a small train and has fantastic views of the estuary.

Adventure Island is nearby and has a great selection of over 40 thrill rides and family friendly rides including roller coasters  and water slides.

The Cliff Lift, a century-old funicular, clings to the hillside and offers great coastal views.

Nature-lovers will enjoy the fantastic Sea-life Adventure aquarium, and the Museums and Art Galleries are perfect if you’re looking for a culture fix

For the shoppers amongst you, Southend-on-Sea is home to two shopping centres, Royals Shopping Centre and The Victoria Shopping Centre, plus a host of independent retailers and big name stores that offer everything from cards to clothes, toys to toiletries, bikes to bedding, and everything in between.

With plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars and leisure activities to choose from too, you can be sure that you’ll enjoy a great day by the seaside today.

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NOTE:  Price is for Return Coach Travel Only.  No admissions are included in the price.

Entry to Adventure Island is Free and for those wishing to ride, you can purchase wristbands or individual ride tickets.  You can find further details here – https://adventureisland.co.uk/rides-and-attractions/

ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

We plan to arrive in Windsor by 10.30 today.

Windsor has loads of places to eat and drink – a lovely little shopping centre and also the Castle which you may wish to visit.  Alternatively,  you may wish to take a short stroll and visit nearby Eton.

In the afternoon (2pm), we will board our boat  at Windsor for a two hour cruise along the River Thames.  This cruise will travel through Romney Lock and will highlight the “back garden” of Windsor Castle with many hidden treasures including Queen Adelaides Cottage and the eastern elevation of the castle before returning to Windsor Promenade.

Once back in Windsor, we will allow you another couple of hours to explore the town further or to have a bite to eat before leaving for home at 6pm.

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NOTE:  This Trip includes Return Coach Travel and 2 Hour River Cruise.  Admission to Windsor Castle is not included in the price.

If you wish to also visit Windsor Castle, tickets may be booked separately in advance via this link –

https://tickets.rct.uk/product/11/4080

If you already have a Windsor Castle 12 Month Pass that is “In Date” it will not cost you anything to visit the Castle.

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We plan to arrive in Camden for 10.30 where you will have some free time to take in one of the coolest areas in London.

We board the JENNY WREN narrow boat at 12 noon – this is a 90 minute round cruise with excellent commentary on board  taking in the sights  along the Regents Canal as we travel through the famous Camden lock, before sailing through London Zoo & Regent’s Park, and a short canal tunnel to Robert Browning’s Island at Little Venice, returning back to Camden.

On arriving back at Camden at 2pm you will have prenty of free time to visit over 1,000 shops and market stalls which make up Camden Market.

Stop and  have a bite to eat (Not included in the price) before we make our way back to the coach for a 6pm departure for home.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Time to just be chilled

Prepare to fall in love with Disney’s FROZEN all over again, as the smash-hit musical is brought to life on stage at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Frozen is the timeless tale of two sisters, pulled apart by a mysterious secret.

As one young woman struggles to find her voice and harness her powers within, the other embarks on an epic adventure to bring her family together once and for all.   Both are searching for love.   They just don’t know where to find it.

Incredible special effects, stunning costumes and jaw-dropping scenery bring Elsa and Anna’s journey to life in a whole new way.   With all the beloved songs from the movie – as well as a few surprises from the writers behind Let it Go.

FROZEN THE MUSICAL will transport you to Arendelle from the moment the curtain rises.

FROZEN THE MUSICAL is brought to the stage by an award-winning creative team, with direction by Tony and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage and a book by Academy and BAFTA Award winner Jennifer Lee.   The show features the cherished songs from the original film alongside new songs by Grammy and Academy Award-winning writers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.

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DAY TRIPS

Friday 2nd June – Windsor Castle and River Cruise

Sunday 4th June – Canterbury

Tuesday 6th June – Edwardian River Cruise

Tuesday 13th June – The Great Stink (Blue Badge Guided Tour)

Wednesday 14th June – Aerospace Bristol

Monday 19th June – Roses at Hever Castle

Thursday 22nd June – Ladies Day at Royal Ascot

Friday 23rd June – Royal Ascot

Sunday 25th June – Blenheim Palace Flower Show

Sunday 25th June – Day Out in Norfolk with Paddleboat Cruise

Wednesday 28th June – Fort Nelson and The D Day Museum

THEATRE & SHOW

Monday 5th June – Hamilton at The Victoria Palace Theatre

Tuesday 6th June – Aint Too Proud (Life & Times of The Temptations)

Thursday 8th June – Sixties Show at Brick Lane Music Hall

Saturday 10th June – 42nd Street at The Peacock Theatre

Tuesday 13th June – Pretty Woman at The Savoy Theatre

Wednesday 21st June – Aspects of Love at The Lyric Theatre

Wednesday 21st June – We Will Rock You at The London Coliseum

Wednesday 28th June – Mrs Doubtfire at The Shaftsbury Theatre

Wednesday 28th June – Wizard Of Oz at The London Palladium

Thursday 29th June – The Choir Of Man at The Arts Theatre

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 5th June to Friday 9th June

The Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool – Four Night Half Board Break with Beatles Tour

MORE COMING SOON

ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

Windsor Castle, the family home to British kings and queens for over 1,000 years.

The size of the Castle (5 hectares/13 acres) is breath taking.  In fact it is the largest and oldest occupied Castle in the world and it’s where Her Majesty The Queen used to spend most of her private weekends.

Visit the magnificent State Apartments furnished with some of the finest works of art from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Canaletto.   Take in the splendour of St George’s Chapel, the burial place of 11 monarchs including Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth II one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England.

Be amazed at Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, the largest, most beautiful and most famous dolls’ house in the world, created in the 1920s and filled with thousands of objects made by leading craftsmen, artists and designers of the time.

Our short river cruise goes upstream to Boveney Lock & returns with fantastic views of Windsor Castle, Eton College, Mill House, Windsor Racecourse & the Brocas Meadows.

The view of the Castle from the river is undoubtedly the finest there is, making this trip excellent for those who are visiting Windsor for the first time.

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Canterbury is an ancient City which offers an astonishing amount of history and culture.

Excape the hustle and bustle of London by taking a trip to Canterbury with us, the historic gem of Kent.

We plan to arrive at Canterbury today for 11am.

Steeped in history dating as far back as the Roman times. Canterbury has some of the oldest churches and buildings in all of England.  Take a step back in time as you stroll through the picturesque cobbled streets lined with timber-framed Tudor style buildings

Packed with quaint old pubs, loaded with stunning photography spots and enough history to blow your mind this ancient town takes top picks when it comes to day trips.

The highlight of any visit to Canterbury must be the Cathedal.   Described as the home of a community of people seeking to make the cathedral a welcoming place comprised of beauty and holiness, Canterbury Cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury.   With spectacular views of the city, this magnificent building is also part of a world heritage site. With an incredible choir and a long stretch of history, Canterbury Cathedral creates a peaceful and harmonious environment.

Canterbury Norman Castle is The most ancient castle in Britain, Canterbury Norman Castle was begun by William The Conquerer in 1070, and therefore offers an incredibly rich history.   A spectacular landmark, the castle offers beautiful views of the city.   With a roofless shell surrounded by a quiet garden, Canterbury Norman Castle has wonderful greenery, and is perfect for anyone hoping to experience a quiet retreat from the bustling city life.

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INCLUDING THE BEATLES MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR

Liverpool (Home to The Liver Birds) has something for everyone.  Museums, Galleries, Theatres, Shops, Beaches, Parks, Ferry Cross The Mersey and of course The Beatles and The Cavern Club.  You won’t run out of things to do in Liverpool.

The Atlantic Tower Hotel overlooks the dock front, with views of the River Mersey.

The modern accommodation is just 10 minutes’ walk from Albert Dock and The Liverpool One shopping complex.

The Mercure Liverpool Atlantic Tower Hotel’s air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen LCD TV, a work area, ironing facilities and a full private bathroom.   Some rooms have views of the Mersey.

The property’s restaurant and bar serves contemporary British and European cuisine and has outstanding views over the waterfront.

Guests can enjoy light meals and drinks on the bar’s terrace.

This trip includes The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour, a visit to Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane, admission to The Beatles Story and a 50 minute cruise on The Mersey.

This Trip includes –

• Return Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board at The Atlantic Tower Hotel
• The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour (This Tour is 2 hours in duration and includes a visit to Strawberry Fields
• Admission to The Beatles Story on Albert Dock
• Ferry across the Mersey on a 50 minute cruise

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Hamilton tells the story of America’s Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington’s right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary.

Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, *Hamilton *is the story of America then, told by America now.

Hamilton has a book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, is directed by Thomas Kail, with choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire and is based on Ron Chernow‘s biography of Alexander Hamilton.

Hamilton is the winner of 11 Tony Awards including Best Musical, the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.

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A Story of Biscuits & the Bayeux Tapestry!

Reading Abbey ruins has had a multi-million pound programme of restoration.

Today we discover some of the town’s treasures including Britain’s full-size copy of the Bayeux Tapestry.

We meet our Blue Badge Guide at 10.30am to buy coffee before exploring the Abbey Quarter – the grounds of the once magnificent Reading Abbey founded by William the Conqueror’s son Henry I.

In a beautiful Victorian Park an impressively vast lion reminds us of the first Afghan Wars and just outside the gate Reading’s Victoria Cross hero is commemorated by a most unusual sculpture.   You can take a stroll along Oscar Wilde’s Chestnut Walk, beneath shady trees between the River Kennet and the old walls of Reading Gaol.

After free time to buy lunch we board an old Edwardian boat for our two and a quarter hour cruise from Reading downriver to Henley, Queen of the Thames.   Along the way are breath taking views as we pass through beautiful Sonning.   In ‘Three Men in a Boat’, Jerome K Jerome described Sonning as ‘the most fairy-like little nook on the whole river’.   Thirteenth century houses still dot Sonning’s windy streets, indicating remnants of it’s past mediaeval roots.   There is a bar on board that also sells hot drinks.

Your cruise will finish in Henley where our coach will be waiting to head home at 5.30pm.

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Five Guys – One Dream – And a Sound that would make Music History

AIN’T TOO PROUD is the electrifying new musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Motown fans, get ready for Broadway hit Ain’t Too Proud, which will soon be filling the Prince Edward Theatre with the snappy sounds of The Temptations.    The Tony Award-winning jukebox musical charts the life and times of the rock ‘n’ roll icons to the tune of their greatest hits including “My Girl” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone”.

With their signature dance moves and unmistakable harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one.

The rest is history — how they met, the groundbreaking heights they hit and how personal and political conflicts threatened to tear the group apart as the United States fell into civil unrest.

This thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty and betrayal is set to the beat of the group’s treasured hits, including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone” and so many more.

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Enjoy a Sixties Show with afternoon tea at Brick Lane Music Hall

Brick Lane Music Hall is a unique theatre and dining venue.   It offers a mix of comedy and song and dance.   All the food served is freshly made on the premises and there is a fully licensed bar and good wheelchair access inside.

If the 1950’s was epitomised by the emergence of rock and roll, when it was finally “cool” to be a teenager, the 1960’s was a decade of liberation, when the young led the way, in a period of optimism, hedonism and cultural revolution.

In Britain, the 1950’s had been a period of quiet recovery from the Second World War, but by the 1960’s the whole country had sprung back to life and London became “the Swinging City”, the centre of new trends in music, fashion and art.

Today, we enjoy a Sixties Show at Brick Lane Music Hall.

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Hit parade of toe tapping songs

It’s big… it’s bright… it’s a brand-spanking new production of the original showbiz musical, 42nd Street!

Jonathan Church (Singin’ In The Rain, The Drifters Girl) directs this iconic song-and-dance spectacular featuring a hit parade of toe-tapping songs including “42nd Street”, “We’re In The Money”, “Lullaby of Broadway”, “Shuffle Off To Buffalo” and “I Only Have Eyes For You”.

Choreographed and designed by Olivier Award winners Bill Deamer and Rob Jones, 42nd Street is a timeless and inspiring showbiz fairy tale that combines breathtaking tap dance routines, backstage intrigue, classic romance and delightful comedy to dazzling effect.

It’s simply irresistible!

Fresh off the bus from small-town America, young and beautiful Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights.   She quickly catches the eye of a big-time director and lands a spot in the chorus line of Broadway’s newest show… and when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy gets her shot at stardom.

42nd Street is a larger-than-life, massively entertaining celebration of musicals and the irrepressible spirit of Broadway that’s guaranteed to lift anyone’s spirits.

Don’t miss it

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BLUE BADGE GUIDED TOUR

Two thousand years ago the Romans enjoyed indoor plumbing but until a couple of hundred years ago Londoners were still emptying their chamber pots out of the window.   In 1858 the long hot summer turned into The Great Stink with the Thames little more than an open sewer.   Something had to be done.

We begin our day in Central London tracking London’s lost rivers, cruise the Thames to Greenwich and drive across to the old  Crossness Engines

We meet our Blue Badge Guide at 10.30am in the City for morning coffee (included).

We tell the story of spending a penny from Roman times to the coming of the flush loo.   We trace London’s lost rivers, tell the story of The Great Stink and show you how Victorian engineer Sir Joseph’s Bazalgette achieved one of the most remarkable feats of civil engineering ever seen.   Bazalgette stopped London’s waste running into the Thames by building massive intercepting sewers beneath new Embankments created by pushing back the mighty Thames behind stone walls.

On Bazalgette’s Victoria Embankment, we board a Thames Pleasure Cruiser to Greenwich.   You must bring packed lunches today to eat during the cruise.

From Greenwich our coach whisks you further east past Woolwich to the Thames Marshes and the Cathedral of Sewage.

Here you will discover some of our most spectacular ornamental Victorian cast ironwork and possibly the world’s largest surviving beam engines.   There’s a museum and a social story here too – the workers lived on site in terraced cottages built right above the massive sewage storage tank.   Mesh at the windows kept the flies at bay.   It must have stunk to high Heaven but my goodness they grew good tomatoes!

A most unusual day comes to a conclusion with tea and biscuits at Crossness included in the tour fee before heading home at 4.30pm.

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It’s time to head back to Beverly Hills and experience one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time live on stage at it’s glamorous new home – the Savoy Theatre.

Experience the moments you love from the Pretty Woman movie—and get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way—in this dazzlingly theatrical take on a love story for the ages.

Vivian and Edward are unlikely soulmates who overcome all odds to find each other and themselves.

Based on the hit film, Pretty Women is a modern Cinderella story.

A high powered businessman and an escort make unlikely soulmates, but despite the odds the two learn that their connection goes beyond a simple transaction.

Get ready to fall in love as the record breaking box office smash-hit musical returns this year.

Features direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Hairspray), an original ‘blazing rock score’ (Daily Mail) score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (‘Summer of ’69’, ‘Heaven’) and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J.F. Lawton.

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Journey through 100 years of Aviation History, starting in the early 1900s, your journey will take you through two world wars.

Explore the vital role of aircraft in these global conflicts, through the drama and technological advances of the space race and on to the modern day, and discover the latest technologies of today’s aerospace industry.

With hundreds of exhibits from small model aircrafts to helicopters, rockets and missiles, explore the galleries and discover more about the local history.

The stunning centre piece of your visit will be Concorde Alpha Foxtrot: the last of the iconic supersonic passenger jets to be built and the last to fly.   Capable of crossing the Atlantic in under three hours, Concorde cruised at over twice the speed of sound and reached an altitude of 60,000ft.   Her passengers would marvel at the curvature of the Earth and look up at a blue-black sky, as they travelled at 1320mph and sipped Champagne on the edge of space.

This Trip includes the Final Flight Anniversary Tour, marking 20 years since Concorde touched down on the Filton runway for the final time.   Here you will learn about Concorde’s amazing engineering and luxurious passenger experience, the end of commercial supersonic fight, and look ahead to what the future of supersonic passenger travel may bring.

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Until William Waldorf Astor bought Hever Castle in 1903, only a modest garden existed around the castle walls.

Today, thanks to his remarkable efforts and those of the gardening team that have rediscovered parts of the garden that had long been forgotten, the award-winning gardens at Hever Castle offer many magnificent areas that are a pleasure to visit at any time of the year.

The romantic quintessential English rose garden is the setting for over 5,000 roses which flourish from June until the end of September.   Planted in blocks of colour from palest pink to deep crimson and rich purple, varieties range from the Alba and Bourbon to Hybrid Tea and Floribunda.

White Iceberg is a permanent variety complementing the inner beds and pillar-trained climbers, which fill the air with their fragrant scent throughout the summer months.

Alongside the Yew Maze lies the Tudor Garden, a series of small, sheltered gardens with neatly clipped hedges.   These simple gardens were laid out as they might have been in the time of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.   One is planted in the style of a Tudor Herb Garden with a variety of English herbs.

The paved Fountain Garden contains a profusion of Ballerina shrub roses around a tiled fountain making it the perfect place to sit and relax.

In the adjoining Chess Garden, with its chess pieces cut from golden yew, stands an astrolabe dating from the reign of Queen Anne.

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* Admission to the castle is also included with this trip.

The Moat Cafe is open daily serving hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, hot snacks and hot dishes.  Alternatively picknicking is welcomed and picnic benches can be found around the site.

* Spanning more than 600 years, the history of Hever Castle is rich and varied.   This original medieval defensive castle, with its gatehouse and walled bailey, was built in 1383.   In the 15^th and 16^th centuries it was the home of one of the most powerful families in the country, the Boleyns, who modernised the existing dwelling within the walls.

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Featuring Michael Ball

Michael Ball stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Aspects of Love, reimagined for the 21st century and directed by Jonathan Kent.

Thirty Four years after having starred in the original West End production, Michael Ball returns to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated musical Aspects of Love at the Lyric Theatre for a strictly limited season, this time playing the role of George.

With lyrics by Don Black and Charles Hart, based on the novel by David Garnett and directed by Jonathan Kent, this heartbreaking story of passion, love, life and loss in post-war France and Italy, follows three generations of the Dillingham family spanning 17 years.

Alex falls in love with an actress Rose and as the pair embark on a passionate affair, the unexpected arrival of Uncle George changes all their lives and those around them forever as they discover how love – in its many forms – truly does change everything.

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Queen’s Epic Rock Musical Returns to London

21 years since it all began… the world’s favourite rock theatrical returns home!

The worldwide smash-hit We Will Rock You by Queen and Ben Elton returns to London, next summer for an unmissable 12-week season.

Seen by 20 million people across 28 countries, this musical spectacular plays to its biggest audience yet.   Taking to the same iconic stage at the London Coliseum that saw Freddie Mercury’s 1979 Royal Ballet performance, this event will go down in musical theatre history.

Featuring 24 of Queen’s best-loved hits, including We Are The Champions, Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga and Don’t Stop Me Now.

We Will Rock You is guaranteed to blow your mind.

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Vibrant, celebratory and steeped in tradition, the third day of Royal Ascot, colloquially known as Ladies Day, is a day to see and be seen.  It is a glorious occasion, when high fashion and millinery masterpieces take centre stage alongside Flat Racing’s most elite stayers locking horns in the historic Gold Cup.

Royal Ascot is a  major fashion event in its own right, where sartorial trends for the summer season are set, Thursday sees the most spectacular millinery creations on display, and boasts an unprecedented sense of style to match the prestige on the track.

The day begins with the Royal Procession –

The arrival of The  Royal party in horse-drawn landaus, which parade along the track in front of the race- goers.   The Royal Procession dates back to the 1820s and the reign of King George IV, at which time it was referred to as the Royal Parade or Royal Drive.

The Royal Enclosure is at the heart of Royal Ascot.   Entry to the enclosure is by sponsorship from an existing member who has attended in four previous years.   Within this area, gentlemen are required to wear morning dress with a top hat and ladies must wear formal day wear.   The origin of this tradition can be traced back to around the time of the running of Ascot’s most famous race,

Royal Ascot’s Windsor Enclosure is perfect for those wishing to be close to the heart of the action.   Racegoers can enjoy being the first to view the Royal Procession as the carriages journey up the famous Straight Mile and get close to the rails for each race to experience the thrill of horses thundering past.  Their is no formal dress code within the Windsor Enclosure.

The Gold Cup, which was inaugurated in 1807 and remains to this day the most important long distance horse race on the flat anywhere in the world.

This trip includes your tickets for the Windsor Enclosure.

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Enjoy one of the biggest and most prestigeous events in the racing calendar.

Our coach will arrive at Royal Ascot for 12.30 with the first race starting at 2.30pm.

The last race will be starting at 4.10pm and with this trip you will have plenty of time to enjoy the atmosphere and live music until we head for home at around 8pm (TBC).

This Trip includes your tickets for the Windsor Enclosure.

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Returning for its seventh year and packed with inspiration, flowers and plants together with everything you need for your home and garden.

The show is a celebration of lifestyle and the great outdoors.

This year’s event will have more exhibitors than ever before with the stunning Grand Floral Pavilion as the centrepiece of the show.   Packed with exhibitors showcasing the UK’s finest nurseries and plants man competing for the prestigious Best in Show Award .

The Shopping Village will feature an abundance of trade stands selling everything from unique garden gazebos, greenhouses and arbours to gardening sundries and hundreds of other products from leading exhibitors.

The Food and Drink Pavilion will meet you upon your arrival featuring a range of food and drink purveyors and artisans, including tastings and samples.

For gifts and crafts the Home and Country Living Pavilion is filled with a selection of original handmade giftware, jewellery and luxury goods.

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This Trip includes Admission to Blenheim Palace

There are plently of places where you can purchase food and drink and picnics are welcomed on the park.  We ask that visitors respect the park and use the bins provided.

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Welcome aboard the Southern Comfort

Our Coach will arrive in Wroxham today for 10.30  where you will have plenty of time to wander around and visit the famous ROYS shops.  You will have time for lunch (Not included in the price) before we board the coach at 2.15pm and head to Horning for your boat trip on The Norfolk Broads.

The Southern Comfort is a double deck paddle boat purpose buit for the Broads with a capacity of 100 passengers.

The boat is a luxury river cruiser which runs reguar trips from the beautiful village of Horning – along the River Bure through the village and out to Ranworth Broad and back, passing lovely old thatched houses, windmills and Norfolk reed beds.   Throughout the trip there is an excellent commentary and continued pointing out of all the water birds around at the time.

We are booked on the 3pm sailing for this lovely 90 minute trip.

Once you alight from the boat, you will have an hour to enjoy a leisurely tea or coffee at Horning (Not included in the price) before we head for home at 5.30pm.

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Today we visit Portsmouth which played a pivotal role in the operation that turned the tide of World War II.   We Visit Fort Nelson, the Allied Commanders’ brewhouse in the original D-Day village and the wonderfully revamped D-Day Story in Southsea – home of the Overlord Embroidery – 34 hand-stitched panels telling the story of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy.

Our day begins at Fort Nelson at 10.30, with panoramic views across the city and harbour.  It’s a great place to start. From up here you look over the whole City and gain an insight into its strategic importance as a naval base. Nestling beneath the hill, the sleepy village of Southwick became the centre of Operation Overlord.

Up at the big house Allied Commanders gave the signal to launch the landings.

In the village the Golden Lion became the unofficial Officers Mess.   We visit the perfectly preserved and still working Victorian Brew House which supplied the beer for Monty and General Eisenhower – an almost unique and little-known gem.

The £5 million works at the D-Day Story has lifted a nationally important collection from a dusty, rather masculine museum to a very engaging and inspiring visit.

The centrepiece is the 300-foot Overlord Tapestry which took highly skilled women at the Royal School of Needlework five years to complete.

There is a cafe available on site.

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A lovable, big-hearted musical comedy

Direct from a sensational run up in Manchester — where it played to sold-out crowds and standing ovations — the new comedy musical MRS. DOUBTFIRE is ready to dazzle and delight London’s West End.

Out-of-work actor Daniel will do anything for his kids.   After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives.   As his new character takes on a life of its own, MRS. DOUBTFIRE teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father.

MRS. DOUBTFIRE has been created by a transatlantic team of award-winning artists, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, original music and lyrics by Wayne and Karey Kirkpatrick (the Tony Award-nominated team behind Something Rotten!, along with O’Farrell), direction by 4-time Tony winner Jerry Zaks (Hello, Dolly!), scenic design by David Korins (Hamilton), choreography by Lorin Latarro (Waitress), and music supervision by Ethan Popp (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical).

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The Wizard of Oz, the musical based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, will play a strictly limited season at The London Palladium this Summer.

Michael Harrison, the producer of the smash-hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, presents Curve’s brand-new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals.

Featuring the iconic original score from the Oscar-winning MGM film, including Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and We’re Off To See the Wizard – with additional songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice –

This spectacular production will be a magical experience for all the family.

Directed by Nikolai Foster (Billy Elliot The Musical, A Chorus Line) The Wizard of Oz has choreography by Shay Barclay, Set Designer is Colin Richmond, Projection Designer is Douglas O’Connell, Costume and Puppet Designer is Rachael Canning, Lighting Designer is Ben Cracknell, Sound Designer is Adam Fisher, Creative Consultant is Marc Kaufman, Musical Director and Musical Supervisor is George Dyer, Magic Consultant is Scott Penrose, Casting Director is Kay Magson CDG, Props Supervisor is Marcus Hall Props, Costume Supervisor is Anna Josephs and Wigs, Hair and Makeup Designer is Elizabeth Marini.

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Come ready to drink in the excitement!  

Brimming with hits from artists such as Queen, Luther Vandross, Sia, Paul Simon, Adele, Guns & Roses, Avicii and Katy Perry to name but a few, this is a pub like no other!

A wildly talented group of incredible instrumentalists, world-class wordsmiths, and sensational singers; this cast of nine (extra)ordinary guys serve it all… live!

An uplifting celebration of community and friendship with something for everyone – including free beer!

Enjoy 90 minutes of feel-good, foot-stomping entertainment unlike anything else in the West End.

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DAY TRIPS

Tuesday 4th July – The Cotswolds

Wednesday 5th July – Bury St Edmunds & Abbey

Sunday 9th July – RHS Garden Festival – Hampton Court Palace

Thursday 13th July – Faversham and Whitstable

Sunday 16th July – Stratford Upon Avon

Wednesday 26th July – Sandringham Flower Show

Sunday 30th July – Skegness

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Sunday 2nd July – The Play That Goes Wrong at The Duchess Theatre

Thursday 20th July – We Will Rock You at The London Coliseum

Saturday 22nd July – Abba Voyage at The Abba Arena

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 3rd July to Friday 7th July

Pontins Holiday Village Pakefield – Four Night Half Board Break

Monday 17th July to Friday 21st July

The Queen’s Hotel Eastbourne – Four Night Half Board Break

MORE COMING SOON

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When the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society attempt to stage a Twenties murder mystery evening they have high hopes for a smash-hit… but smash is all they get as everything that can go wrong, does go wrong!   But the accident prone thespians battle on against all the odds to get to their final curtain call.

Using traditional farce and Buster Keaton inspired slapstick, this must-see show is now the longest running comedy in London’s West End.

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If you are looking for a holiday in Suffolk then Pakefield Holiday Village has it all.

Pakefield Holiday Village is situated near Lowestoft in Suffolk, on what is referred to locally as The Sunrise Coast.

With beautifully kept gardens, restaurants, bars and cafes, pontins have entertainment shows from the latest artists and of course the Famous Bluecoat Shows and Cabarets.

Pakefield Holiday Village is one of the most peaceful resorts – ideal if you just want to get away from it all and spend time together while enjoying the unbeatable facilities.

A great friendly atmosphere, beautiful coastline and unspoilt Countryside all on your doorstep, it’s a great place to unwind and relax.   Set in the stunning County of Suffolk with the Norfolk Broads close by.

With Pakefield Holiday Village you will always be assured of beautiful scenery, wildlife watching opportunities and a gentle pace of life.

Set in a picturesque seaside spot with its lovely gardens, it has some of the most beautiful and relaxing views around, together with its own secluded cove.

Of course if its activities you want then Pakefield Holiday Village won’t let you down, you can choose from loads of FREE activities ranging from a gentle game of bowls or a leisurely swim in the indoor Pool.

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• Return Coach Travel
• Four Night’s Half Board Accomodation (Breakfast and Evening Meal)
• Entertainment
• Coach Excursions to Great Yarmouth and Norwich

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Pakefield Holiday Village is an ADULT ONLY Park

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Today we visit Moreton in Marsh on Market Day.

Moreton-in-Marsh is one of the principal market towns in the northern Cotswolds situated on the Fosse Way and now served by the main line railway from London Paddington.   It grew up in the thirteenth century as a market town with a wide main street, narrow burgage plots and back lanes.   There is still is a busy Tuesday market with about 200 stalls attracting many visitors

Moreton has been a traveller’s town for at least 1700 years and was used as a coaching station before the coming of the Oxford to Worcester railway in 1853.   There are several pubs, inns, hotels, tea shops, and restaurants  in the immediate vicinity.

The high street has many elegant eighteenth-century inns and houses including the Redesdale Market Hall

After your visit to Moreton in Marsh, we take a leisurely drive through Stow on the Wold, giving you the chance to see much of the famous Cotswolds character, before stopping at Bourton on the Water for afternoon tea (Not included).

This popular village is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the Cotswolds’ because of the attractive little bridges that cross the gently flowing clear water of the River Windrush, which runs through the centre of the village.   Bourton has a charm all of its own at any time of the year.

We head for home at 5 pm.

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The Abbey Gardens in the heart of Bury St Edmunds is the perfect spot for enjoying peace and quiet whilst watching the world go by.

The award-winning 14-acre park is on the site of a former Benedictine Abbey, the Abbey of St Edmund, once a power house of medieval England.   Free to wander, there is much to explore here: abbey ruins, sculptures, hidden garden ‘rooms’ and many quiet nooks and shady corners to picnic, read a book or sit in contemplation.

The eye-catching displays have earnt its place as one of the region’s leading gardens to see and it attracts an international audience.

Why not bring a picnic?

Located in the heart of the gardens, the abbey was once one of the richest and most powerful Benedictine monasteries in England.   Its remains are extensive and include the complete 14th-century Great Gate and Norman Tower, as well as the impressive ruins and altered west front of the immense church.

There is a vibrant and bustling market in Bury St Edmunds with more than 60 stalls on Wednesdays.

Not only is Bury St Edmunds one of the most successful traditional street markets in the country today, it also has one of the longest and most colourful histories.   The market, held in the Buttermarket and Cornhill, dates back to before the days of William the Conqueror.

Bury St Edmunds also has a real café culture with an excellent choice of cafés and tearooms, perfect for a spot of people watching whilst enjoying a slice of cake.   There is also an excellent selection of family friendly eateries.

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ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

The Hampton Court Garden Festival (formerly The Hampton Court Flower Show) is an annual British flower show, held in early July.

The show is run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

The show features show gardens, floral marquees and pavilions, talks and demonstrations.

Erected on the north and south sides of the Long Water in Hampton Court Park, it is the second major national show after the Chelsea Flower Show but has a different character, focusing more on environmental issues, growing your own food and vegetables and cookery, as well as selling gardening accessories, plants and flowers.

There are plenty of places to eat and drink at the Garden Festival.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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PLEASE NOTE

For the less able, mobility scooters or wheelchairs may be hired at the venue by calling 0800 640 5001

Entry to The Palace is Not Included

BLUE BADGE GUIDED TOUR

We visit the little known gem that is Faversham, a market town set among the Kent apple orchards and the seaside at Whitstable famous for oysters.

The day includes morning coffee and lunch in a great pub.

We meet our Guide at 10.30am in Faversham for morning refreshments (included) before exploring the town on a gentle stroll to see some of the 475 listed buildings.   This is one of the most attractive and historic small towns in Kent and one of the few places outside of London where a king and his queen were buried.   We discover the finest mediaeval street in England, an old-world chemist with mortar & pestle shop sign and the Art Deco cinema.

Back to the pub for a lunch of farmhouse ham, egg & chips or vegetarian option – individuals to pay for bar drinks as desired on the day.   Desserts won’t be available on the day unless they are pre booked.

Whitstable has picture postcard weather board cottages and streets with eccentric names, such as Squeeze Gut Alley. The harbour, flanked by fishermen’s huts and sail lofts was built to serve the “Crab & Winkle Line” linking Canterbury and London off the team ships.   Tradition has it that Julius Caesar came to Britain to enjoy the Whitstable native oysters already famous 2000 years ago!

If you’re not game for oysters you can always settle for a cup of tea before heading home at 4.45pm with lungs full of sea air.

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ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

Stratford Upon Avon is set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside on the banks of the river Avon.

Famous as the Birth place of William Shakespeare, Stratford Upon Avon is steeped in the culture and history.

You are free to wander and do as you please today.

We recommend taking some time to visit Shakespeares Birthplace, Anne Hathaways Cottage, Mary Ardens Farm, The Old Thatch Tavern, The Museum or hop on an open top bus.

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PLEASE NOTE

Price is for Coach Travel Only

FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

The magnificent Victorian Queen’s Hotel is situated in an outstanding position overlooking the pier.

All 125 bedrooms have central heating and bath or shower and WC.   All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, intercom, hair dryer and TV with radio channels.

This Trip includes –

• Return Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board Accomodation
• Entertainment

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MATINEE PERFORMANCE

21 years since it all began the world’s favourite rock theatrical returns home!

The worldwide smash-hit We Will Rock You by Queen and Ben Elton returns to London, next summer for an unmissable 12-week season.

Seen by 17 million people across 28 countries, this musical spectacular plays to its biggest audience yet.  Taking to the same iconic stage at the London Coliseum that saw Freddie Mercury’s 1979 Royal Ballet performance, this event will go down in musical theatre history.

We will rock you is set in the future, on a place once called Earth.   Globalisation is complete; everyone watches the same movies, wears the same clothes, and thinks the same thoughts.   It’s a safe, happy Ga Ga world! The Company Computers generate the music, the kids download it and all musical instruments are banned.   But resistance is growing and a hero is needed.   Is the one who calls himself Galileo that man?   And can he help them break free?

Featuring 24 of Queen’s best-loved hits, including We Are The Champions, Bohemian Rhapsody and Don’t Stop Me Now.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid have created the kind of concert they always wanted, performing for their fans at their very best:  as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians.

Blurring the lines between the physical and digital, see the magic of ABBA brought to life using the latest in motion capture technology.

Blending cutting edge technology, spectacular lighting and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way, in a stunning purpose built arena.

ABBA has sold nearly 400 million albums worldwide, with 17 No. 1 hits and over 16 million weekly global streams, making them one of the world’s most successful music acts of all time.   And their songs – including Waterloo, The Winner Takes It All, Dancing Queen and Super Trouper, have become the soundtrack to multiple generations.

It’s the greatest ABBA performance the world has never seen. Until now.

The concert lasts for approximately 90 minutes and there is no interval – so you can enjoy as much singing and dancing as possible.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

One of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England.

Sandringham Flower Show is one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England. Now in its 140th year, it is much more than just a Flower Show.   It is a unique event offering not only the best in horticulture but also an excellent day out, filled with family entertainment.

Set in the magnificent surroundings of Sandringham Park with Sandringham House and Sandringham Church as a backdrop, this one-day Show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year.   From the beginning the Show has been privileged to enjoy Royal patronage.

Many of the region’s leading nurseries and horticultural specialists exhibit.   In addition to these displays the show features display gardens by leading designers with around 200 trade stands (both horticultural and general), a craft marquee, main arena events, children’s entertainment and a military band.

The Royal marquees contain the competitions in vegetables, fruit, flowers and floral art, with the entries grown by local residents; there are also some open classes which anyone may enter.   In the amateurs’ marquee, local gardening and horticultural clubs enter a judged display competition, whilst the Horticultural Trades marquee features displays by leading nurseries.

The profits from each show are donated to local charities and since 1977 the Show Committee have donated more than £500,000 to local charities.

In the month prior to the Show, Estate employees, pensioners and tenants have the opportunity to enter their gardens in two judged competitions.   On Show day, the King George Vl Challenge Cup and the Queen Mother Challenge Cup are presented to the winners of these competitions.

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PLEASE NOTE

Sandringham House is not open today.

This trip includes entrance to Sandringham Gardens and Sandringham Church, all of which border the showground.

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Small enough to offer a friendly atmosphere, but large enough to provide hours of entertainment

Skegness is a seaside resort that’s small enough to offer a friendly atmosphere but large enough to provide hours of entertainment for young and old alike.

Here, the children can enjoy a donkey ride as you spend some time on the lovely beach, you can visit the funfair or the aquarium, which is a brand new family attraction based on the story and characters from Treasure Island or play a round or two of crazy golf at the Jolly Roger Adventure Golf.

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NOTE – Price is for Coach Travel Only

DAY TRIPS

Friday 4th August – Southend On Sea

Sunday 6th August – Buckingham Palace

Tuesday 15th August – Gullivers Land

Sunday 20th August – Southend On Sea

Sunday 20th August – Great Yarmouth

Friday 25th August – Clacton Airshow

Sunday 27th August – Cromer Seaside Excursion

Monday 28th August – Highclere Castle (Home to Downton Abbey)

THEATRE & SHOWS

Wednesday 2nd August – Crazy For You at The Gillian Lynne Theatre

Thursday 3rd August – Wizard Of Oz at The London Palladium

Saturday 12th August – Abba Voyage at The Abba Arena

Tuesday 15th August – Witness For The Prosecution at London County Hall

MORE COMING SOON

THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Theatre-mad Bobby Child struggles to balance the demands of his wealthy New York fiancée and his mother, who both want him to lead the family bank, with his ambitions for a career in show business.    He grudgingly travels to Deadrock, Nevada, a deserted mining community, to foreclose on a mortgage at his mother’s urging.

There he discovers that the property where the mortgage is owed is a run-down Victorian theatre and that Polly, the owner’s daughter, is the woman of his dreams.

In an effort to rescue the theatre and revitalise the community, Bobby decides to stage a show using glitzy dancers from New York’s Follies in an effort to win her love and prove his good faith.

Based on George and Ira Gershwin’s Girl Crazy musical, Crazy For You is directed and choreographed by Broadway legend Susan Stroman, and is a glorious  and spectacular night at the theatre.

This riotously fun musical is filled with wonderful Gershwin tunes, including Someone to Watch Over Me, Embraceable You, I Got Rhythm, and They Can’t Take That Away from Me, and it has breathtaking tap dance routines that are guaranteed to lift your spirits.

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THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

The Wizard of Oz, the musical based on the iconic story by L. Frank Baum, will play a strictly limited season at The London Palladium this Summer.

Michael Harrison, the producer of the smash-hit Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, presents Curve’s brand-new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals.

Featuring the iconic original score from the Oscar-winning MGM film, including Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and We’re Off To See the Wizard – with additional songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice –

This spectacular production will be a magical experience for all the family.

Directed by Nikolai Foster (Billy Elliot The Musical, A Chorus Line) The Wizard of Oz has choreography by Shay Barclay, Set Designer is Colin Richmond, Projection Designer is Douglas O’Connell, Costume and Puppet Designer is Rachael Canning, Lighting Designer is Ben Cracknell, Sound Designer is Adam Fisher, Creative Consultant is Marc Kaufman, Musical Director and Musical Supervisor is George Dyer, Magic Consultant is Scott Penrose, Casting Director is Kay Magson CDG, Props Supervisor is Marcus Hall Props, Costume Supervisor is Anna Josephs and Wigs, Hair and Makeup Designer is Elizabeth Marini.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/the-wizard-of-oz-2

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England.

With seven miles of of beach and the longest leisure pier in the world, there is plenty to fill your day here.

Southend has the longest pleasure pier in the world which is serviced by a small train and has fantastic views of the estuary.

Adventure Island is nearby and has a great selection of over 40 thrill rides and family friendly rides including roller coasters  and water slides.

The Cliff Lift, a century-old funicular, clings to the hillside and offers great coastal views.

Nature-lovers will enjoy the fantastic Sea-life Adventure aquarium, and the Museums and Art Galleries are perfect if you’re looking for a culture fix

For the shoppers amongst you, Southend-on-Sea is home to two shopping centres, Royals Shopping Centre and The Victoria Shopping Centre, plus a host of independent retailers and big name stores that offer everything from cards to clothes, toys to toiletries, bikes to bedding, and everything in between.

With plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars and leisure activities to choose from too, you can be sure that you’ll enjoy a great day by the seaside today.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

NOTE:  Price is for Return Coach Travel Only.  No admissions are included in the price.

Entry to Adventure Island is Free and for those wishing to ride, you can purchase wristbands or individual ride tickets.  You can find further details here – https://adventureisland.co.uk/rides-and-attractions/

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

Recognised around the world as the focus of national and royal celebrations as well as the backdrop to the regular Changing of the Guard ceremony.   The State Rooms are the public rooms in the Palace where The King and members of the Royal Family receive and entertain their guests on State, ceremonial and official occasions.   There are 19 State Rooms, which mainly reflect the taste of George IV, who commissioned the architect John Nash to transform Buckingham House into a grand palace in 1825.   The State Rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Van Dyck and Canaletto, sculpture by Canova, Sevres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.

The finest working stable in the world, the Royal Mews is responsible for all road travel undertaken by the Royal Family.   Take a tour of the King’s ‘garage’ and see what it takes to keep the Royal Family on the move!

Take a free guided tour led by a friendly, knowledgeable Royal Mews Warden.   See the beautiful Gold State Coach, used for coronations for nearly 200 years, the stunning Irish State Coach, and the fleet’s newest addition, the magnificent Diamond Jubilee State Coach.   See the carriage that transported Meghan and Prince Harry through the streets of Windsor after their wedding ceremony!

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THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid have created the kind of concert they always wanted, performing for their fans at their very best:  as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians.

Blurring the lines between the physical and digital, see the magic of ABBA brought to life using the latest in motion capture technology.

Blending cutting edge technology, spectacular lighting and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way, in a stunning purpose built arena.

ABBA has sold nearly 400 million albums worldwide, with 17 No. 1 hits and over 16 million weekly global streams, making them one of the world’s most successful music acts of all time.   And their songs – including Waterloo, The Winner Takes It All, Dancing Queen and Super Trouper, have become the soundtrack to multiple generations.

It’s the greatest ABBA performance the world has never seen. Until now.

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/abba-voyage-seating-2

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN

Looking for a magical family day out with the little ones?

Why not enjoy a great selection of rides, shows and attractions at Gulliver’s Land Milton Keynes.

This is a family-run theme park designed for children aged between 2 to 13.   From the Runaway Train in Discovery Bay to the Jungle River Ride, there are plenty of exciting rides to ensure that all the family have a fun day out.   There are also a number of rides and play areas designed for toddlers.

We plan to arrive for 1030 am and will be leaving for home around 5pm.

Price includes

Return Coach Travel and Park Admission

CALL STEVENAGE TRAVEL TO BOOK THIS TRIP

EVENING PERFORMANCE

You have been summoned for Jury Service

A landmark stage production of Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution takes place in London County Hall, planting audiences right in the centre of this gripping story of justice, passion, and betrayal.

Leonard Vole stands accused of murdering a widow in order to inherit her wealth, and the stakes are high: convince the jury – and the audience – of his innocence, or face the hangman’s noose.   That is, after he’s survived the shocking witness testimony.

This production immerses the audience in a unique courtroom setting, complete with drama and intensity, on London’s Southbank.

See you in court.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Southend-on-Sea is a resort town on the Thames Estuary in Essex, southeast England.

With seven miles of of beach and the longest leisure pier in the world, there is plenty to fill your day here.

Southend has the longest pleasure pier in the world which is serviced by a small train and has fantastic views of the estuary.

Adventure Island is nearby and has a great selection of over 40 thrill rides and family friendly rides including roller coasters  and water slides.

The Cliff Lift, a century-old funicular, clings to the hillside and offers great coastal views.

Nature-lovers will enjoy the fantastic Sea-life Adventure aquarium, and the Museums and Art Galleries are perfect if you’re looking for a culture fix

For the shoppers amongst you, Southend-on-Sea is home to two shopping centres, Royals Shopping Centre and The Victoria Shopping Centre, plus a host of independent retailers and big name stores that offer everything from cards to clothes, toys to toiletries, bikes to bedding, and everything in between.

With plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars and leisure activities to choose from too, you can be sure that you’ll enjoy a great day by the seaside today.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

NOTE:  Price is for Return Coach Travel Only.  No admissions are included in the price.

Entry to Adventure Island is Free and for those wishing to ride, you can purchase wristbands or individual ride tickets.  You can find further details here – https://adventureisland.co.uk/rides-and-attractions/

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

The resort where happiness is guaranteed

Enjoy spending some time strolling along the Golden Mile and visit the Pleasure Beach, Sealife Centre, Joyland or play a round or two of Crazy Golf.  If it’s raining, there is always the Holywood Crazy Golf which is housed inside a nostalgic old Theatre.  Visit the shops, the World in Miniature or simply relax on the miles of Golden Sand.

You can even take a ride in a Horse Drawn Landau along the front and the kids can enjoy a traditional donkey ride on the beach.

Why not enjoy a walk through the recently restored Venetian Waterways or take a boat out on the boating lake.

You may decide to take a trip out to the Scroby Sands to view the Seals in their natural habitat.

Watch how rock is made or try some Yarmouth Bloaters.

Plenty of places along the front to eat and drink and so much to see and do in Great Yarmouth for the whole family.

Fun Day Out for all.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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NOTE:  Price is for Coach Travel Only

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

We plan to arrive for 1130 am at Clacton On Sea, where you can enjoy the fantastic air-show or simply enjoy some beach time.

The Clacton air-show takes place on the sea front at Clacton On Sea Essex every August.

The award winning seafront and west greensward are  transformed over two days into a fun filled display/event site and flight viewing area.   In its 29th year, the event site will welcome in the region of 250,000 visitors wowing the crowds with Impressive aerobatic displays whilst a whole host of exhibition stands, food court and on-site entertainment are available at ground level.

This free, event, includes a good mixture in the flying display including RAF participation along with display teams, aerobatic aircraft, and historic aircraft.    On the ground there will be exhibits from the Army and RAF, childrens activities, simulator, climbing and entertainment areas along the Clacton seafront.

Our coach will head for home at 5.30 pm.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

We plan to arrive for 1130 am at Clacton On Sea, where you can enjoy the fantastic air-show or simply enjoy some beach time.

The Clacton air-show takes place on the sea front at Clacton On Sea Essex every August.

The award winning seafront and west greensward are  transformed over two days into a fun filled display/event site and flight viewing area.   In its 29th year, the event site will welcome in the region of 250,000 visitors wowing the crowds with Impressive aerobatic displays whilst a whole host of exhibition stands, food court and on-site entertainment are available at ground level.

This free, event, includes a good mixture in the flying display including RAF participation along with display teams, aerobatic aircraft, and historic aircraft.    On the ground there will be exhibits from the Army and RAF, childrens activities, simulator, climbing and entertainment areas along the Clacton seafront.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

SEASIDE DAY EXCURSION

Cromer is a favourite with families looking for a more traditional seaside day out.  With great sandy beaches, museums, surfing, plenty of attractions and wonderful walking along the Norfolk Coast Path, Cromer is a great place to spend a Summer day out.

Cromer is a traditional seaside resort and is famous for Banksy’s Great British Spraycation artwork.  Cromer Pier, is home to a lifeboat station and the Pavilion Theatre, where the UK’s only remaining traditional end of the pier variety show takes place each Summer and Winter.    The pier is an enduring example of Victorian architecture, having withstood many storms, tidal surges and even an attempt to blow it up by the Government in WW2 to prevent the pier being used as a landing strip for enemy invaders!

Cromer is also famous for the Cromer Crabs.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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DAY TRIPS

Sunday 10th September – Salute to the 1940’s – Chatham

THEATRE & SHOWS

Tuesday 5th September – Matilda at The Cambridge Theatre

Thursday 7th September – Back To The Future at The Adelphi Theatre

Sunday 10th September – Abba Voyage at The Abba Arena

Wednesday 20th September – Best Of Broadway at The Royal Albert Hall

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 11th September to Friday 15th September

Cavendish Hotel Eastbourne – Four Night Half Board Break

MORE COMING SOON

THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical is the captivating musical masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dares to change her destiny.

Matilda follows the story of Matilda Wormwood, a bright little girl who loves to immerse herself in books. But Matilda is discarded and belittled by both her dimwitted parents — her father insists on calling her a boy and harps on about her “stupidity” for preferring reading to watching the telly – and her hostile headmistress, the wicked Miss Trunchbull.

Matilda may be reclusive but she has an ever-growing imagination and very sharp mind, and with caring teacher Miss Honey Matilda dreams of a better life, daring to take a stand against unjust forces and to grasp her destiny in her own, tiny hands.

This bold, enchanting and ingenious production is directed by Matthew Warchus, with book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by award-winning musician and comedian Tim Minchin.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/matilda-3

THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

Take an electrifying ride back in time as the 1985 blockbuster film and pop culture phenomenon arrives in London as a groundbreaking musical adventure!

When Marty McFly finds himself transported back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown, he accidentally changes the course of history.

He finds himself in a time of Rock n Roll, Skateboards and High School Sweethearts.

This major new musical features the smash-hit songs from the movie including The Power Of Love by Huey Lewis and The News, Johnny B. Goode, Earth Angel and Mr Sandman, plus original songs by Ghost composer Glen Ballard and the movie’s original composer Alan Silvestri.

Now Marty’s in a race against time to fix the present, escape the past and send himself… back to the future.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

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ATTRACTIONS AND PLACES OF INTEREST

We’ll meet again

Start planning your vintage outfit and perfecting your victory rolls now.   The wartime spirit is very much alive and we’ll meet again on the 10th of September 2023.

Today we travel back to the 1940’s with live music, classic cars, fashion parades and so much more.

Step back in time for a weekend of nostalgia and Life on the Home Front.   Military and Home Front re-enactors, wartime vehicles, period fashion and an exciting programme of wartime entertainment with humour, music and dance.   Around every corner you’ll encounter bombsite urchins, ‘spivs’, soldiers and sailors, coppers and Dockyard Maties.

This fabulous SALUTE TO THE ‘40’s – 1940s event is taking place at the Historic Dockyard Chatham.

There will be entertainment – vintage vehicles – re-enactors – trade and eating stalls – all in all a fabulous day out!!

Chatham is an 80 acre site with over 40 scheduled listed monuments and buildings.   The Historic Dockyard Chatham is packed full of history and striking architecture and is a popular location for film and television shoots.

Keep a sharp eye out for the locations where Call The Midwife are filmed.  You may also spot where some scenes were shot for Bridgerton, Les Miserables, The Crown and Downton Abbey.

Why not join the fun and wear your best vintage outfit?

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/salute-to-the-40s-3

THEATRE & SHOWS

AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid have created the kind of concert they always wanted, performing for their fans at their very best:  as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians.

Blurring the lines between the physical and digital, see the magic of ABBA brought to life using the latest in motion capture technology.

Blending cutting edge technology, spectacular lighting and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way, in a stunning purpose built arena.

ABBA has sold nearly 400 million albums worldwide, with 17 No. 1 hits and over 16 million weekly global streams, making them one of the world’s most successful music acts of all time.   And their songs – including Waterloo, The Winner Takes It All, Dancing Queen and Super Trouper, have become the soundtrack to multiple generations.

It’s the greatest ABBA performance the world has never seen. Until now.

The concert lasts for approximately 90 minutes and there is no interval – so you can enjoy as much singing and dancing as possible.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

01.03.2023

This Trip is NOW SOLD OUT

See Additional date – Sunday 10th December

FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

Eastbourne is one of the most popular seaside resorts in southern England.

Eastbourne offers the perfect combination of beachfront fun and historic landmarks . As such, it comes as no surprise that the town should welcome thousands of holidaymakers each summer, and remain relatively in-demand throughout the rest of the year as well.

As a result, finding affordable accommodation in Eastbourne hotels can sometimes be difficult, particularly during the summer months.   Fortunately, there is one hotel which caters to those searching for a competitively-priced room in a convenient location, regardless of the time of year – Britannia’s very own Cavendish hotel.

The Cavendish Hotel is ideally located right on the Eastbourne seafront, close to the town’s shopping and commercial centre, Eastbourne railway station and all the main beaches in the area.

Facing the coast on Eastbourne’s Grand Parade, guests can enjoy stunning views from one of the hotel’s many suites, as well as its common areas.   Both the bar and restaurant overlook the beach and serve a selection of local produce, to be enjoyed while taking in the striking beachfront views.   A delicious buffet dinner is served in the Marine Restaurant from 6:30pm till 8pm.   Additionally, guests can take advantage of the quiet, relaxing space the Cavendish library has to offer, while enjoying the coffee and hot beverages served there.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

Price includes

• Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board Accomodation

Please Note

• Their is No Entertainment at this Hotel

THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Show-stopping hits from the finest musicals on Broadway.

Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and a spectacular line-up of West End stars for a dazzling evening of glitz and glamour, all within the stunning surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.

Enjoy your favourite musical numbers like never before from hit Broadway musicals and sell-out West End shows, including: Moulin Rouge!, Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia!, Mary Poppins, Wicked, Chicago, Jersey Boys, The Lion King, The Producers, Cats, A Chorus Line, The Greatest Showman and Cabaret.

New for 2023: A special celebration of the wonderful music of Stephen Sondheim, with favourite songs from Follies, Company … and more.

It’s going to be spectacular, spectacular! Royal Albert Hall Concert.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

DAY TRIPS

Saturday 7th October – Shopping at Milton Keynes

THEATRE & SHOWS

Wednesday 11th October – Tina (The Musical) at The Aldwych Theatre

Monday 16th October – The Drifters at The Waterside Theatre Aylesbury

Friday 27th October – There’all Always Be An England at Brick Lane Music Hall

MORE COMING SOON

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Visit Milton Keynes shopping centre and outdoor market today

We plan to arrive at Milton Keynes for midday.

You will have the day to shop till you drop, have a leisurely lunch (not included) and we have a large boot on the coach to bring home all your Christmas presents.

If it’s large chain stores or independent shops, you will find it all here under one roof.

Center MK is one of the UK’s top shopping destinations based in the heart of Milton Keynes.

Today is market day at Milton Keynes, so why not wander up and down the stalls where you will find a good variety of goods for sale.

And when you feel like a break, there are plenty of places to eat or have a drink.

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/milton-keynes-shopping-day

EVENING PERFORMANCE

The untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age.

From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them.

Tina The Musical at the Aldwych Theatre reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.

Experience Tina Turner’s singular journey in the hit musical that’s playing to critical raves and sold-out audiences around the world.

Featuring iconic songs, including What’s Love Got To Do With It, Proud Mary, Private Dancer and River Deep – Mountain High.

Written by Olivier Award-winning playwright Katori Halland directed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd.

Presented in association with Tina Turner.

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/tina-the-musical

THEATRE & SHOWS

EVENING PERFORMANCE

The Drifters will be back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.

Following the phenomenal success of their 65th anniversary tour in 2018 and further sell-out shows in 2019, they’re bringing their live shows back for 2023.

This legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and are listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine.

If you love the classic 60’s sound, then The Drifters have the show for you!

Full of their classic hits from the last six decades!

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/the-drifters

AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Marking the incredible spirit of the War years in a truly memorable, moving and thoroughly enjoyable show

Marking the incredible spirit of the War years in a truly memorable, moving and thoroughly enjoyable show.

In it’s heyday, there were more than three hundred music halls in London alone.

Brick Lane Music Hall keeps the tradition alive, offering food and drink accompanied by entertainment, where the songs are familiar and the humour topical.

Price Includes

Return Coach Travel, Show and Afternoon Tea

CALL STEVENAGE TRAVEL TO BOOK THIS TRIP

DAY TRIPS

Saturday 4th November – Day Out in London

Saturday 18th November – Ely Cathedral Christmas Fair

Friday 24th November – London Lights

Saturday 25th November – Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market

THEATRE & SHOWS

Sunday 12th November – Thursford Christmas Spectacular

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 6th November to Friday 10th November

Royal Norfolk Hotel Bognor Regis – Four Night Half Board Break

Monday 20th November to Friday 24th November

Royal Bath Hotel Bournmouth – Four Night Turkey & Tinsel Break

Monday 27th November to Friday 1st December

Queen’s Hotel Eastbourne – Four Night Turkey & Tinsel Break

MORE COMING SOON

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

In recent years this show has regularly attracted around half a million enthralled visitors as tourists and shoppers rub shoulders with more serious car enthusiasts on a traffic free Regent St.   As tradition dictates, this  years celebration of motoring past, present and future is scheduled for the Saturday before the much loved RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run which will take place on Sunday 5th November.

If you are not interested in the cars you have the whole day to do as you please – perhaps top up your xmas shopping!

There will be interactive displays, hourly performances of automotive themed songs from the West End Kids and a chance to try the Top Gear experience.   Many of the drivers appear in matching period clothing to their car, adding some fun to the viewings.   Its also a great chance to learn a little more about electric cars.

Staged annually on the capital city’s premier shopping destination, the hugely popular single day event has long been the UK’s best attended free-to-view motor show

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/london-leisure-day-including-regent-st-motor-show

FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

The Royal Norfolk Hotel  is just a short walk from the beach and just a few minutes’ walk from Bognor Regis Pleasure Pier.

The Royal Norfolk Hotel commands a beachfront position with far-reaching views over the English Channel.   All rooms come with an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee-making facilities.

The Hotel is light and airy, with a neutral decor and many rooms have uninterrupted sea views.

Part of the Leisureplex Hotel Group, the Royal Norfolk boasts a split-level restaurant with a sea views, and a menu featuring British classics.

There is a relaxing lounge and the bar has a small dance floor.

The town centre is less than 10 minutes’ walk away, and the miles of beach provide picturesque walks.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

Price includes –

• Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board
• Entertainment

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AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Having attracted over 5.8 million visitors to date and is the largest Christmas show in the country.

It is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of 120 professional singers, dancers and musicians – most of whom are straight out of the West End.

The three hour show delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety.

It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites, with famous and much-loved chart toppers being performed alongside traditional carols.

Word of this amazing show has spread and it is now generally recognised as being the largest show of its kind in the country, if not Europe.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

PLEASE NOTE – The finale of the show includes a fly over of white doves across the auditorium.

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Recognised as one of the major Christmas fairs in the country

Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair is recognised as one of the major Christmas fairs in the country and last year attracted around 17,000 visitors.

The Cathedral and the grounds provide a unique and atmospheric venue quite like no other and the Organisers pride themselves on the quality and individuality of the exhibitors.

Entry into the Cathedral – visiting all the xmas stalls – wandering around the town – there is enough time to get lunch or even visit Oliver Cromwells House or just spend a lovely day with friends.

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/ely-cathedral-xmas-market-2

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD MINI BREAK

The Royal Bath Hotel was the first hotel in Bournemouth and  so naturally it has a fantastic position on the sea front.

Nestled in secluded grounds, with outstanding views across the bay, this classically styled hotel is one of a kind.   For guests looking to make the most of their visit to Bournemouth, the hotel is ideally positioned for visiting many of the varied attractions on offer, whilst offering a more peaceful opportunity to walk along its lovely promenade, taking in the sea air.

Dining at the Royal Bath Hotel will leave guests spoilt for choice.   They can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere in Oscar’s Brasserie, named after regular guest Oscar Wilde, relax in the lounge bar and enjoy a drink and a light meal at lunch time, or visit Café Promenade for a delicious bite to eat.

The hotel also offers fantastic views over Poole Bay.

Bournemouth’s unique, free festive trail will be on during your stay.  You can experience the magical, mystical and memorable spectacle of over 100 glittering trees and illuminations.   You can explore the Alpine Market or  skate* in the enchanting Victorian Lower Gardens.   Enjoy live music, entertainment and magical illuminations across the town and as the skies darken, you can enter a world filled with light as Christmas trees from around the world guide you through an enchanted walkway encountering spectacular features and surprises along the way.

From Bournemouth seafront, through the town centre and beyond to the coastal villages, you can explore a glimmering world of memorable seasonal fun for the whole family.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

Price Includes

• Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board Accomodation
• Entertainment
• * Skating is not included in the price.

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Join Kim for her annual trip to the London Lights.

This is a very popular trip every Christmas time.

See the London Lights from high up in the coach.

We will drop off at Covent Garden ready for some dinner (Not included) and to see the lights in the market before we get back on the coach to go to Oxford St and surrounding streets to see London transformed by the wonderful xmas lights.

You could book a meal at one of the lovely restaurants in or around Covent Garden for roughly 6pm then at roughly 8.30 we will get back on the coach and have a drive around to see the magical lights before heading back home.

THIS TRIP CAN BE BOOKED ON-LINE AT KIM’S WEBSITE

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/london-lights-tour

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the largest Christmas Markets outside of Germany.

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market is the largest authentic Christmas Market outside Germany.

We plan to arrive for 10.30 am today.

Birmingham comes alive every winter with the arrival of the Market, a clear sign that Christmas is just around the corner. The stalls on Victoria Square and along New Street offer something for everyone.

The largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany or Austria,   Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market offers a large range of traditional good and gifts and a selection of tempting food and drink.   Pretzels, schnitzels, bratwursts, and roasted almonds will tempt your tastebuds, all of which can be washed down with gluhwein, weissbeer (wheat beer), or tasty hot chocolate.

We are sure that this market will not disappoint.  From unique and traditional gifts, to tasty food and drink, there is plenty of festive cheer to get you in the mood for Christmas.

We will be heading for home at around 6pm.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

http://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/birmingham-xmas-market-2

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FOUR NIGHT HALF BOARD TURKEY & TINSEL MINI BREAK

The magnificent Victorian Queen’s Hotel is situated in an outstanding position overlooking the pier.

All 125 bedrooms have central heating and bath or shower and WC.   All rooms have tea/coffee making facilities, intercom, hair dryer and TV with radio channels.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

Price Includes

• Coach Travel
• Four Nights Half Board Accomodation
• Entertainment

DAY TRIPS

Saturday 2nd December – Oxford Christmas Market

Sunday 3rd December – Hogwarts In The Snow

Saturday 9th December – Stratford Upon Avon Victorian Christmas Market

Saturday 16th December – Christmas at Hever Castle (With Christmas Lunch)

Tuesday 19th December – Holkham Hall By Candlelight

THEATRE & SHOWS

Tuesday 5th December – Jinglebells Christmas Lunch & Show at Brick Lane Music Hall

Saturday 9th December – Donny Osmond at The Resorts World Arena

Sunday 10th December – Abba Voyage at The Abba Arena

Sunday 10th December – Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Sunday 17th December – Christmas Carols at The Royal Albert Hall

Friday 22nd December – Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Saturday 23rd December – Thursford Christmas Spectacular

SHORT BREAKS

Monday 11th December to Friday 15th December

Warners Corton Classic Resort – Four Night Turkey & Tinsel Break

Saturday 23rd December to Wednesday 27th December

Getaway For Christmas

Pontins Pakefield – Four Night Half Board Christmas Break

Saturday 23rd December to Wednesday 27th December

Getaway For Christmas

International Hotel London – Four Night Half Board Christmas Break

MORE COMING SOON

CHRISTMAS MAGIC

The city of dreaming spires will again be filled with festive joy as the Oxford Christmas Market returns to the heart of the town.

We will be visiting the Oxford Xmas market today.

The Oxford xmas market is scheduled to return to the heart of the city on the beautiful and historic Broad St in 2023, and we hope that the city of dreaming spires will again be filled with festive joy.

With the sound of choirs singing Christmas carols, market traders offering unusual and handmade gifts, colourful decorations brightening wooden stalls and the aroma of mulled wine and cinnamon drifting in the air – a visit to Oxford xmas market is a truly magical christmas experience.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/oxford-christmas-market-2

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Hogwarts in the Snow will take place at the Warner Bros. Studio for Christmas 2023.   This annual event sees the Studio transformed into a Harry Potter Christmas wonderland, with Christmas trees in the Great Hall, the sets covered in glimmering snow flakes, and snugly fireplaces dotted around the Studio.   All of the usual sets are on display, like Diagon Abbey, Platform 9 3/4 and the Forbidden Forest.   And Hogwarts in the Snow is included as part of a regular entrance ticket.

Starting at the Great Hall, bedecked in the gold decorations from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, all the way through to Hogwarts castle model, fan-favourite sets throughout the Studio Tour will be displayed in their festive finery.   Learn the secrets behind ice that never melts and fire that doesn’t burn and see a blanket of filmmaking snow covering the Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley and the magnificent Hogwarts castle model.

 Highlights – Hogwarts in the Snow 

These are highlights of Hogwarts in the Snow from the 2020 experience.

• The Great Hall will be lined with Christmas trees and decorated with golden baubles, topped with witches on miniature broomsticks.
• The long dining tables will be dressed for a festive feast, including Christmas puddings surrounded by real flames.
• You’ll see how the film crew made snow that never melts and flames without fire!
• Some of our favourite locations will get a Christmas make-over!
• The Gryffindor common room and Boys’ dormitory will be decorated with original props
• The Weasley kitchen set will have streamers, Christmas crackers and a festive feast.
• Hogwarts castle will be covered with a layer of filmmaking snow

Be a part of the magic with a snowy surprise around every corner.

Entry Time – 12 Noon

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/hogwarts-in-the-snow-1

Christmas just isn’t Christmas without a visit to Brick Lane Music Hall

Get into the Christmas spirit with a trip to Brick Lane Music Hall where they keep the tradition of music hall alive and you can enjoy a 3-course festive lunch before the show.

When the curtains lift, you will be treated to a great Christmas show full of singing, dancing, and festive fun!

Music Hall is a form of entertainment that emerged when the British working classes came together in the rapidly growing Victorian towns and cities across Britain.   In its heyday, there were more than three hundred music halls in London alone.

Brick Lane Music Hall keeps the tradition alive, offering food and drink accompanied by entertainment, where the songs are familiar and the humour topical, often irreverent, and audience participation is greatly encouraged.

Brick Lane Music Hall is re-housed in Silver town and has become synonymous with British music hall.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

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Today we visit one of the Country’s finest Christmas Markets

This annual (and award-winning) event takes place in the town centre.

The Victorian Christmas Market is a themed event with stall holders wearing Victorian outfits.

There will be entertainment throughout the town; a stage in Henley Street will host a programme of performances. There will be a traditional funfair, which will include a carousel situated at the bottom of Wood Street and on the Rother Street market area.

The Christmas market will be on Waterside, Sheep Street, Bridge Street, Henley Street, High Street and Meer Street, with stalls that are street food and drink-related positioned on Wood Street.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/stratford-xmas-market-2

THEATRE & SHOWS

MATINEE PERFORMANCE

Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Frid have created the kind of concert they always wanted, performing for their fans at their very best:  as digital versions of themselves backed by today’s finest musicians.

Blurring the lines between the physical and digital, see the magic of ABBA brought to life using the latest in motion capture technology.

Blending cutting edge technology, spectacular lighting and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way, in a stunning purpose built arena.

ABBA has sold nearly 400 million albums worldwide, with 17 No. 1 hits and over 16 million weekly global streams, making them one of the world’s most successful music acts of all time.   And their songs – including Waterloo, The Winner Takes It All, Dancing Queen and Super Trouper, have become the soundtrack to multiple generations.

It’s the greatest ABBA performance the world has never seen. Until now.

The concert lasts for approximately 90 minutes and there is no interval – so you can enjoy as much singing and dancing as possible.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

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AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

This show gets bigger and better every single year – 3 hours of non stop singing dancing humour and variety with a cast of over 130 people.

This show has attracted over 5.6 million visitors to date and is the largest christmas show in the country.   It is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels and musicians many of whom are west end performers.

Its a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an electric mix of both seasonal and year round favourites with famous and much love chart toppers being performed alongside traditional carols.

After the show, you will have the chance to wander around the magical display of Christmas Lights before boarding your coach to leave for home at around 5.30pm.

PLEASE NOTE – The finale of the show includes a fly over of white doves across the auditorium.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/thursford-christmas-spectacular-4

This Trip is NOW SOLD OUT

The sea air isn’t the only thing that’s free: Heated indoor pool, Pub games & quizzes, Short mat bowls, Boules and an Outdoor bowls green.

Warners Classic Resorts offer a choice of comfortable chalet accommodation.

All rooms are chalet style and are located around the resort.   Most are in two storey buildings.   Standard room accommodation is included in the price of the break and includes ensuite bath or shower, Colour TV, Tea & coffee making facilities.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

PLEASE NOTE:  Ground Floor Accomodation is Limited and there is No Lift Access to Rooms

PRICE INCLUDES

• Coach Travel to and from Resort
• Four Nights Accomodation with breakfast and evening meal
• Leisure Facilities and Entertainment

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This Christmas at Hever Castle, spend quality time with loved ones and enjoy a seasonal experience to remember.

Hever castle is the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.

Wrap up warm and enjoy a walk under the stars to explore the grounds.   Witness the enchantment of the Castle, gardens and lake festooned with fabulous colours and twinkling lights, capturing the spirit of Christmas. 

Bring torches and pop on your wellies to see Hever Castle’s much-loved gardens lit up with glorious colour washes, spectacular illuminations and music.

In the Castle you will be met with beautiful traditionally decorated rooms, welcoming log fires and twinkling Christmas trees

We plan to arrive at Hever Castle for 11.30 am where you will be met with a glass of mulled wine or hot spiced apple juice.  You will have time to wander around before your Christmas lunch is ready.

Your starter will consist of spicy parsnip soup or smoked salmon with capers.  This will be followed with a roast turkey carvery with all the trimmings or a spiced lentil and vegetable cassoulet – all served with roast potatoes, glazed parsnips, carrots and brussel sproats.  To finish, you will be served with homemade christmas pudding or lemon tart.

After your dinner, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the castle and grounds as the magical themed christmas trail is lit up around 4pm.

We will head home in the early evening.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/christmas-at-hever-castle-including-3-course-lunch

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AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Join us in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall for what’s set to be London’s finest sing-along carol concerts of the season.

Part of the famous venue’s xmas season, this show is set to be one of the finest yuletide concerts of 2023  and offers the perfect chance to sing along to much-loved carols.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/carols-at-the-royal-albert-hall-2

TICKET AVAILABILITY UPDATE

14.02.2023 – ONLY 12 TICKETS LEFT

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Nestled within 25,000 acres of rolling parkland, Holkham Hall is an 18th-century Palladian style house, based on designs by William Kent and built by Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester.   The current Earl and his family take great pride in opening their doors and sharing the treasures within.

Christmas is a truly magical time at Holkham Hall, perfect for friends and family to enjoy the magnificent state rooms in all their festive finery.

Come December, the team at Holkham Hall will have once again decked the halls in readiness for you to celebrate Christmas with them and tour the magnificent staterooms with your family and friends.   Lady Leicester, together with Christmas-connoisseur Catherine Zoll, spend the entire year designing the sets and themes in each room and  look forward to sharing their 2023 themes with you.

We plan to arrive at the Hall for 5pm, allowing you time to browse the gift shop, enjoy a bite to eat or a coffee (Not included) before we enter the house at 6pm.  Our candle lit walking tour will take around 2 hours before we head for home around 8pm.

ON-LINE BOOKING ONLY – FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW TO BOOK

https://www.kimstheatretripsandexcursions.com/event-details/holkham-hall-by-candlelight

CHRISTMAS MAGIC

AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Having attracted over 5.8 million visitors to date and is the largest Christmas show in the country.

It is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of 120 professional singers, dancers and musicians – most of whom are straight out of the West End.

The three hour show delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety.

It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites, with famous and much-loved chart toppers being performed alongside traditional carols.

Word of this amazing show has spread and it is now generally recognised as being the largest show of its kind in the country, if not Europe.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

PLEASE NOTE – The finale of the show includes a fly over of white doves across the auditorium.

CHRISTMAS MAGIC

AFTERNOON PERFORMANCE

Having attracted over 5.8 million visitors to date and is the largest Christmas show in the country.

It is set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of 120 professional singers, dancers and musicians – most of whom are straight out of the West End.

The three hour show delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety.

It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year-round favourites, with famous and much-loved chart toppers being performed alongside traditional carols.

Word of this amazing show has spread and it is now generally recognised as being the largest show of its kind in the country, if not Europe.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

PLEASE NOTE – The finale of the show includes a fly over of white doves across the auditorium.

FOUR NIGHT FESTIVE BREAK

This trip offers coach travel to and from the Hotel.   Four nights half board with Christmas day lunch and entertainment

Situated on the water’s edge in Canary Wharf, the International Hotel is a modern, glass-fronted building close to the internationally famous business district.   It has superb views over the London skyline.   The International Hotel offers a prime location and fantastic value for money.

At the International Hotel there are many facilities to help make your stay more comfortable.   The hotel has two on-site restaurants, Jenny’s Restaurant and the Overstuffed Pizzeria.   You’ll be able to tuck into a delicious breakfast, with lunch and dinner catered for too.

There are also two on-site bars, where you can enjoy a hot or cold beverage with a little snack to keep you going before dinner!

The spacious en-suite bedrooms include a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.   Bedrooms on the upper floors provide spectacular views of the Thames and the London skyline.

Hotels in London benefit from the city’s excellent public transport system and the International Hotel is no exception.   Canary Wharf tube station and South Quay DLR Station are both only a short walk away (around 7 minutes).

London is crammed with so much to see and do, it’s no wonder the city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, attracting around 19 million visitors every year.   The whole family will enjoy a trip to the capital, visiting the never-ending list of attractions that London has to offer.

Plenty of London’s main attractions are only a few miles away from the International Hotel, making it the perfect base for a city break.   Visit the Tower of London, 3.5 miles, where you can discover the history of a royal palace and all its grim tales.   Buckingham Palace is only 7 miles from the hotel, you can get a glimpse of the Queens official London residence in all its glory.   Westminster Abbey, 6.5 miles, is 700 years old and a must-see living pageant of British history, which welcomes over one million visitors every year.   Perhaps a little history is right up your street? The British Museum is just 5.9 miles from the International Hotel and has a remarkable collection, spanning over two million years of human history.

You can’t visit the capital and miss out on a shopping spree!   From designer stores in Mayfair, 6.5 miles, if you fancy splashing out, to large shopping centres like Westfield, 10.4 miles, where you can find your high street favourites. The heart of London shopping is on Oxford Street, just 2.5 miles away, which has more than 300 shops.

You really will be spoilt for choice

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

CHRISTMAS GETAWAY

FOUR NIGHT FESTIVE BREAK

If you are looking for a Christmas break then join us at Pakefield Holiday Village.

With beautifully kept gardens, restaurants, bars and cafes, you also have entertainment shows from the latest artists and of course the Famous Bluecoat Shows and Cabarets.

Pakefield Holiday Village is one of the most peaceful resorts – ideal if you just want to get away from it all and spend time together while enjoying the unbeatable facilities.   A great friendly atmosphere, beautiful coastline and unspoilt Countryside all on your doorstep, it’s a great place to unwind and relax.

Pakefield Holiday Village is a beautiful Holiday Village in Suffolk, it is set in a picturesque seaside spot with its beautiful gardens and it has some of the most beautiful and relaxing views around, with its own secluded cove.

Of course if its activities you want then Pakefield Holiday Village won’t let you down, you can choose from loads of FREE activities ranging from a gentle game of bowls or a leisurely swim in the Pool.

TELEPHONE BOOKING ONLY – CALL 01438 222410 TO BOOK

This Trip includes

Coach Travel

Four Nights Half Board Accomodation

Entertainment

PLEASE NOTE –

Pakefield Holiday Village is an ADULT ONLY Park

Keep watching our website as we add our day trips for 2024

Our aim is to give you a Special Day Out.

If you have any questions about our Day Trips, you can call our friendly Travel Advisors on 01462 733764.

Our Offices are open from 8am to 4pm Monday – Friday.

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