Day Trips

Coach Day Trips and Days Out from Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire

Landmark Coaches offer one of the biggest and best selections  of competitively priced day trips out in the area.

Whether you are seeking a day trip to the seaside, a trip out to some of the best Christmas Markets or simply a day out to some of the most well known attractions or events in the area.

From Stately homes to Museums, this is the place to look.

We also work closely with many of the popular Group Organisers in the area to ensure that we are able to offer the most comprehensive selection of day trips available

Many of our trips have the full services of an experienced Blue Badge Guide – Look out for the Blue Badge Logo on the trips.

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With local departures from Stevenage, Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin and Welwyn Garden.  Some of our trips depart from Shefford, Biggleswade, Stotfold, Langford, Henlow, Clifton Bedford, Luton, St Neots and Royston (Please  ask us for details).

Group Organisers – We have special priced deals available on many of our trips.  Call 01462 733764 for details.

Family Tickets – Some of our trips have reduced priced “Family Tickets” available.  These tickets apply to two adults and two chidren aged under 16 travelling together.

Children – We offer Special Child Prices on many of our trips. (Aged Under 16 Years).

Wednesday Half Day Senior Citizens Specials – With our older customers in mind who may not have their own transport, we operate a number of value trips to local attractions on Wednesdays.  These trips operate usually between 10am and 2pm. You must be aged 60 or over to book tickets.

Concessions – Many of our trips offer Reduced Prices for Concessions.  Concessionary Prices refer to persons aged 60 years or over.

School Holiday Specials – We understand that parents are often looking for somewhere to take the little ones during the long school holidays.  We operate a number of School Holiday Specials to fun places of interest which are also of educational value.   These trips often have Specially Priced Family Tickets available.

Ticket Hotline – Please note the Ticket Hotline number on each individual advert below for booking details.

Mailing List – If you would like to be made aware of our latest Trips and Special Offers, you can be added to our mailing list by sending a request by email to admin@landmarkhire.com

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If you live in one of the local villages and at least 8 people wish to join one of our trips, we will try and arrange a local pick up point if possible.  Ask us for details.

Our Day Trips are priced competitively to suit all pockets, with something available for everyone.

Why not browse our selection of trips which are currently available and book your seats now on one of our luxury coaches?

Simply Scroll down now to see all of our Trips which are currently available.

TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS

Call our Head Office on 01462 733764

(Mon-Fri)

Or you may wish to call our

Stevenage Office on 01438 878001

Huntingdon Office on 01480 587062

Bedford Office on 01234 889432

Sandy Office on 01767 304088

Great yarmouth Hippodrome has been dubbed as one of the seven wonders of the British Seaside.  The historic hippodrome is Britain’s only surviving total circus building.  Throughout the Century the intimate arena has played host to an incredible variety of entertainment from amazing water spectacles and stage shows to cinema and cine variety and even wartime use as a miltary practise shooting range.  Loyd George held political rallies here, Lilly Langtry sang, Little Titch clowned, Max Miller joked and Houdini escaped.

The All New show will see Jack Jay and comedy partner Johnny Mac return back once again on a perilous journey, there will be all manner of Ghosts, Ghouls monsters and crazy goings on!  Joining them will be world class circus performers performing breathtaking stunts in the specially created Halloween set which will bring the action closer than ever, so prepare to be on the edge of your seat, with dancers, aerialists, acrobats, special effects, comedy and much more this will be a fantastic way to celebrate the spooky week of Halloween, now one of the country’s biggest family holiday shows, many children dress up to join in the fun.

After the show you will get the opportunity to visit the museum which is located in the old Stables.  Here you will get the chance to step back in time and see how the original water mechanism and tanks work, view a treasure trove of old memories and props including Houdini’s Water Churn Escape.  You can view the unique water show props, vintage posters, signs and costumes, old artwork and photo collections. (PLEASE NOTE – There is a nominal charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child to visit the backstage museum.

Coach departures from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock and Shefford.

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This unique retail experience is an extravaganza of exclusive ranges of bespoke and unusual gifts; including glass, jewellery, art, candles, ceramics, clothing and so much more. Enjoy live music and festive food and drink as you tick off your Christmas shopping list!

Local Coach Pick Up Points.

TO BOOK TICKETS – Call 01462 733764

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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

Coach departs Stevenage at 0900.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin, Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield.

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Now in its seventh year, this popular event is widely acknowledged as one of East Anglia’s exceptional Christmas shopping experiences. Over 120 bespoke trade stalls are located in the Cathedral’s magnificent nave, its famous Lady Chapel and a heated marquee in the beautiful Cathedral grounds. This high profile event, inside one of Cambridgeshire’s most iconic venues, makes Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair a perfect day out. An interesting programme of live demonstrations will feature festive cake decorating and seasonal floral arrangements. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Cathedral Choristers and other local performers. A wide selection of food traders will be on site during the event. The heated ‘Cafe Marquee’ provides the perfect spot to sit down and enjoy some delicious festive fayre.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0900.

Pick Up Points also available from Hitchin, Letchworth & Baldock.

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Gloucester’s impressive, historic docks and Gloucester Quays Outlet will act as the magnificent backdrop for a very Victorian Christmas experience.

Explore an authentic Victorian market selling high quality food, drink and hand-made festive gifts and enjoy choirs, brass bands and lots more.

Keep an eye out for a host of colourful and larger than life Victorian characters, including street urchins, ‘wonder tonic’ salesman, toffs, Fagin-style gang masters, barber, dentist, flower seller, little match girl, fine ladies, not-so-fine ladies, beggars and thieves…all under the watchful eye of the faithful ‘peeler’. These fantastic characters really bring the market to life – and you never know what they’ll do next!

Coach departs Stevenage at 0800.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin, Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield.

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The historic centre of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk will be transformed into the wonderful Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre with colourful stalls selling local produce and crafts as well as traders from around the UK and mainland Europe.

with traditional fairground rides and on-stage entertainment. The Angel Hill area of Bury St Edmunds, with its recently crowned cathedral, medieval Abbey Gate and links with Charles Dickens is the ideal setting for a traditional Christmas Fayre.

An added attraction is the town‘s nearby cosmopolitan shopping centre with its great mix of famous name stores and independent shops plus cafes and restaurants galore.

Visitors on Friday and Saturday will also be able to sample the delights of Bury St Edmunds provisions market on the Buttermarket and Cornhill while, this year, the date also coincides with the Cathedral‘s Christmas Fair and the Medieval Fayre in Moyse‘s Hall Museum.

There will be street entertainment on all three days leading up into the town centre and more stalls in our new Arc shopping centre. There really is something for everyone.

With 300 stalls set out along the town‘s medieval streets and in its award-winning gardens and within historic and contemporary venues and attractions

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Bluewater is the most innovative and exciting shopping and leisure destination in Europe today. Situated on a 240-acre (97 ha) plot in a former chalk quarry the centre has a sales floor area of 154,000 m²(1,600,000 ft²) over two levels, making it the second largest shopping centre in the UK.

The philosophy is simple: to make shopping an enjoyable, stress-free experience and to treat all our customers as guests. Over 330 shops restaurants and three leisure villages provide guests with a unique experience. Kings Road, Regent Street and Covent Garden come to Kent.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0900.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City.

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The Abbey Gardens provides a magical atmosphere and here you will find over 100 stalls, free children’s entertainment, real reindeer, and of course Santa and his elves in his wonderful winter workshop.

There’s also lots of delicious food and drink to sample including wine, waffles, cakes and cheeses. A World Market can be found on Angel Hill, the centre of Bury St Edmund’s historic medieval core, with over 100 stalls and a traditional funfair and the Greene King stage with live music and entertainment throughout the day.   At The Athenaeum, a beautiful historic Georgian building where the likes of Charles Dickens gave readings of his work, you can find some great handmade gifts particularly fine art, jewellery and cards.

Many will be wearing exquisite period costumes adding to the effect of this wonderful building. Foodies will love the St Edmundsbury Cathedral Courtyard with stalls selling everything from fruit gin to local honey, artisan sauces to scrumptious Christmas puddings.

The town’s market, one of the most successful traditional street markets in the country today will be open from Friday to Sunday. The market, which dates back to before the days of William the Conqueror, is where you can find everything from fresh local produce to authentic Italian shirts, from Portuguese pottery and colourfulplants and flowers.

There’s also a wonderful farmer’s market with more local produce on the Sunday.

More details –

https://www.christmasmarkets.com/christmas-markets/bury-st-edmunds-christmas-fayre/

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From Sky-Lights,  an aerial light show filling the sky with dancing bands of colour, to the dynamic waterfall at The Cascade.

From the mesmerising and immersive ribbons of light at Vines to a more reflective place where, beneath the branches of sprawling trees, the flowers softly glow at Snowdrop Walk.

To those who have been before, rest assured. The towering Tunnel of Light will once again twinkle with over 100,000 pea-lights, the bouncing lines of light in the woodland Laser Garden and the flickering flames of the scented Fire Garden all return.

Christmas at Blenheim Palace wouldn’t be complete without the Water Terrace Finale as jumping beams of light dance across the historic façade to much-loved Christmas classics.

Don’t forget to visit the Christmas Market soak up the festive atmosphere of wooden chalets, the market is filled with a variety of hand-picked treats.

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Set in the centre of the beautiful City of Salisbury, The Salisbury Christmas Market is a wonderful collection of artisan products, festive gifts and tantalizing food and drink from across the South West.With the backdrop of the historic Guildhall and surrounded by dozens of other wonderful buildings, this is a truly beautiful setting for a Christmas Market. Salisbury Christmas Market is expected to have over 100 exhibitors in tastefully decorated wooden chalets

Coach departs Stevenage at 0830

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City.

More details –

https://christmasinsalisbury.co.uk/

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Enjoy a slice of Dickensian Britain with victorian stalls, street urchins, stilt walkers, Punch and Judy, Brass Bands and more.

Thousands of people from across the country descend on Melton every year to enjoy a slice of Dickensian Britain. Every stall holder in Victorian dress whilst Queen Victoria, Street Beggars, Victorian Dancers, Living Statues, Morris Men and many more entertain the crowds.

The stage will be host to live performances throughout both days from some amazing performers

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The award-winning Bath Christmas Market will return in 2019 to spread magical merriment across the city. With over 160 twinkling chalets set in Bath’s picturesque Georgian streets, it’s the perfect place to do a spot of Christmas shopping. From unique homeware to personalised presents, Christmas decorations, handcrafted jewellery and more, you’re guaranteed to find something special for your loved ones at Bath Christmas Market. A memorable day out in a stunning setting, there’s always something new to discover at Bath Christmas Market.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0800.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City.

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Christmas is coming and this is your opportunity to visit one of the largest markets in the area and get everything you need for the big day.

In addition to the regular market, St Albans now has a Christmas one of up to 60 stalls located in the beautiful Vintry Garden adjacent to the magnificent Cathedral.

Visitors will enjoy browsing the high quality produce on offer in up to 60 traditional wooden chalets outside the Cathedral and in the Vintry Garden.

Entertainers and plenty of Christmas cheer will add to the festive atmosphere.

Local Pick Up Points.

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The discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb came at the start of the Roaring Twenties, following all the global upheavals of World War One.

The new fangled mass media of newsreels, telephones and newspapers was able to bring news of objects being carried out of the tomb to a wider audience, faster than ever before.

Tutankhamun gripped the public imagination and its cultural significance was unprecedented. The designs of Ancient Egypt became one of the major influences on Art Deco and Tut Mania was quickly integrated into everything from fashion, makeup & architecture to the cinema and the music hall.

It’s a great story and we start at the very beginning at The National Army Museum in Chelsea. Following time to buy morning refreshments we begin with the amazing story of adventurers and chancers scrabbling for treasure in the desert against the backdrop of Napoleon’s Egyptian Campaign. Thus began the story of archaeology which would lead to the discovery of the world of a young boy king who lived more than 3,000 years ago.

In celebration of the 100-year anniversary of the tomb discovery, the boy king’s priceless tomb artifacts will visit London one final time while a new permanent resting place for the treasures is constructed at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. TUTANKHAMUN: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh will transport your members to Ancient Egypt where they will accompany Tutankhamun on his journey to the afterlife and quest for immortality.

Over 150 stunning authentic tomb objects, 60 on display outside Egypt for the first time, showcase the spectacular artistry of the boy king’s 3,300-year-old treasure and will dazzle audiences of all ages. This is an absolute must-see cultural event and final opportunity to experience the magic and mystery of Tutankhamun before his treasures return to Egypt forever.

The coach will arrive at National Army Museum in Chelsea to begin the day with time to buy lunch.  After lunch the group will transfer to the Saatchi Gallery where they spend time visiting the Tutankhamun: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh exhibition on timed tickets at 1.30pm. Our guide will meet the group at 3.45pm at the gallery to begin the coach tour through Kensington & Chelsea, and onto the Christmas Lights & Sights guided tour.

The coach tour will finish at Somerset House where there will be time to buy refreshments before heading home at 6.30pm.

Coach departs from Stevenage at 1000

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The Christmas Cruise is great fun.

While many of you will have been on the river during the day it is a truly different experience after dark. We start our tour at Historic Greenwich with time to visit the shops, museum and market before boarding our Thamescruiser.

Inside it’s warm and cosy with everyone guaranteed a choice of seats with terrific views in one of two saloons and the prospect of a hot chocolate or a Whisky Mac from the fully licensed bar. There’s plenty of room to move around and a huge open deck. Every one will really enjoy the quality and content of the commentary, a mix of historical information and Cockney Waterman’s humour that brings groups back year after year.

We set off at 4-00pm from historic Greenwich and are soon passing The London Docklands a breath taking sight at night, a blaze of colour and light, our own mini Manhattan. It is a wonderful thing to sail beneath a flood lit Tower Bridge, quite stunning! Now we are in the Upper Pool of the Port of London passing the Tower of London, HMS Belfast and approaching London Bridge. The City of London owes its very existence to this majestic river, you’ll see The Monument and St. Paul’s Cathedral and then on to Bankside with Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and the massive Tate Modern art gallery housed in the old power station.

It just gets better and better as we approach the West End and the warm golden tones of the Palace of Westminster where on many evenings in the run up to Christmas you’ll see our hard working MPs “networking” in the Commons bar on the riverside.

After 60 minutes cruising we step ashore on Westminster Pier. Our Blue Badge guide will be waiting for you on the pier to walk back to our coach just a few minutes away and begin an entertaining guided tour of the Christmas Lights & Sights in the WestEnd and the City of London.

We finish with a night flight on the London Eye.

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A contemporary cathedral city with over 2,000 years of history, Lincoln is the perfect place to visit over the festive period. Take a trip back through time and stroll along the cobbles the in cultural quarter of the city. The medieval square between the impressive Norman castle and magnificent gothic cathedral is the perfect backdrop for the Christmas Market.

Lincoln Christmas Market has developed dramatically since it began with just 11 stalls. The Christmas Market gives visitors and residents a truly festive experience, with a traditional, high quality event for all the family.

Coach departures from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock, Biggleswade and St Neots.

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More a Christmas experience than anything else, a trip to Lincoln is guaranteed to melt the heart of even the most avowed anti-shopper!

Imagine a cobbled square overlooked by a floodlit 12th Century Cathedral, a Norman Castle and black and white timber-framed buildings. Brightly coloured stalls decorated with lights, selling every conceivable Christmas gift and the traders in Victorian costume.  The smell of chestnuts roasting, mince pies and hot mulled wine.  The delicate sound of hand bell ringers or local choirs singing carols by lantern light, street theatre and beautiful services in the majestic Cathedral.   There are almost 350 stalls, set in the grounds of the Castle and the Lawn, around the Cathedral, in Castle Hill and along Westgate.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0830.

Pick Up Points available from Hitchin, Letchworth & Baldock.

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NEW FOR 2019

Great yarmouth Hippodrome has been dubbed as one of the seven wonders of the British Seaside.  The historic hippodrome is Britain’s only surviving total circus building.  Throughout the Century the intimate arena has played host to an incredible variety of entertainment from amazing water spectacles and stage shows to cinema and cine variety and even wartime use as a miltary practise shooting range.  Loyd George held political rallies here, Lilly Langtry sang, Little Titch clowned, Max Miller joked and Houdini escaped.

The Christmas spectacular 2019 has fun, thrills and excitement for the whole family.  This new Norfolk tradition combines the best in International Circus Artistes, the unique water spectacular with aerialists, synchronised swimmers, giant fountains and the magic of Christmas with hilarious comedy from Ben Langley.  With over 50 performers, this is one of Europes largest Christmas shows.

This is a fast moving, dynamic show with outstanding lighting, sound and special affects suitable for the whole family – Young or old.

Soak up the atmosphere of this fantastic Victorian building.

Our coach will pick up in Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock and Shefford, arriving in Great Yarmouth for the 2pm performance.

During the interval, all of our customers will receive a complimentary ice cream.

After the show you will get the opportunity to visit the museum which is located in the old Stables.  Here you will get the chance to step back in time and see how the original water mechanism and tanks work, view a treasure trove of old memories and props including Houdini’s Water Churn Escape.  You can view the unique water show props, vintage posters, signs and costumes, old artwork and photo collections. (PLEASE NOTE – There is a nominal charge of £1 per person to visit the backstage museum.

We will be stopping for a sit down fish and chip supper in a local restaurant after the show. (Not included in the price).

Full details of this show can be found at https://www.hippodromecircus.co.uk/

Pick Up Points available from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock & Royston.

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Get in to the Christmas spirit by Joining us on an expedition to the spectacular Winter Wonderland which is located on Hyde Park in London. With a Baverian Village, craft and market stalls and fantastic fun fair. You can even visit the circus or the ice rink.
Plenty of places to eat and drink and when you leave Wonderland, we will take you for a leisurely drive through the London Lights before heading for home.

The full Christmas experience can be experienced and you can visit the Ice Bar, Cirque Berserk, The Snowman and over 100 fairground rides, including some of the very latest rides and some of the historical vintage rides. Visit Santaland, the Christmas Market and explore the food and drink stalls.

Once we leave Winter Wonderland, our driver will take you through London where to can view the London lights.

Pick Up Points in Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Stevenage

Entry to Winter Wonderland is Free, although charges apply for Rides and Special Attractions.

Further details can be found at the Winter Wonderland Website.

https://hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/

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A Christmas experience in the heart of the land of Dickens.  Members of The Dickens Fellowship, The City of Rochester Society, and many other’s join in and dress up in Victorian costume and parade the streets of Rochester and the Castle gardens. Events include music by hand bell ringers and the Choir of Rochester Cathedral, a craft fair, ice skating, and the opportunity to sample a wide variety of traditional cooking. In the evening there is the ‘Candlelit Parade’ through the High Street with the Dickens Fellowship proceeding through the High Street holding their candlelit lanterns,it’s a spectacle not to be missed.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0930

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City

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The Christmas Cruise is great fun. While many of you will have been on the river during the day it is a truly different experience after dark. We start our tour at Historic Greenwich with time to visit the shops, museum and market before boarding our Thamescruiser. Inside it’s warm and cosy with everyone guaranteed a choice of seats with terrific views in one of two saloons and the prospect of a hot chocolate or a Whisky Mac from the fully licensed bar. There’s plenty of room to move around and a huge open deck. Every one will really enjoy the quality and content of the commentary, a mix of historical information and Cockney Waterman’s humour that brings groups back year after year.

We set off at 4-00pm from historic Greenwich and are soon passing The London Docklands a breath taking sight at night, a blaze of colour and light, our own mini Manhattan. It is a wonderful thing to sail beneath a flood lit Tower Bridge, quite stunning! Now we are in the Upper Pool of the Port of London passing the Tower of London, HMS Belfast andapproaching London Bridge. The City of London owes its very existence to this majestic river, you’ll see The Monument and St. Paul’s Cathedral and then on to Bankside with Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and the massive Tate Modern art gallery housed in the old power station. It just gets better and better as we approach the West End and the warm golden tones of the Palace of Westminster where on many evenings in the run up to Christmas you’ll see our hard working MPs “networking” in the Commons bar on the riverside. After 60 minutes cruising we step ashore on Westminster Pier. Our Blue Badge guide will be waiting for you on the pier to walk back to our coach just a few minutes away and begin an entertaining guided tour of the Christmas Lights & Sights in the WestEnd and the City of London. Finishing with three course Carvery Dinner at the President Hotel.

Coach departs Stevenage at 1130

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City

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Once claiming to be ‘everything London’, tourists still flock there to buy teddy bears bearing the Harrods insignia or simply to wonder at the over-the-top glitz and super-abundance of the Egyptian Hall and the like.   The luxuries of its Food Hall are legendary, and in more recent years its Urban Retreat hairdressing and beauty salon has gained a reputation for its ultra-indulgent (and suitably expensive). This trip offers a last chance Christmas shop and a ride through London’s Christmas Lights.

Coach departs Stevenage at 1400.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City

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Get in to the Christmas spirit by Joining us on an expedition to the spectacular Winter Wonderland which is located on Hyde Park in London.

With a Baverian Village, craft and market stalls and fantastic fun fair. You can even visit the circus or the ice rink.

Plenty of places to eat and drink and when you leave Wonderland, we will take you for a leisurely drive through the London Lights before heading for home.

The full Christmas experience can be enjoyed and you can visit the Ice Bar, Cirque Berserk, The Snowman and over 100 fairground rides, including some of the very latest rides and some of the historical vintage rides. Visit Santaland, the Christmas Market and explore the food and drink stalls.

Once we leave Winter Wonderland, our driver will take you through London where to can view the London lights.

Pick Up Points =

Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Stevenage

Shefford, Langford & Stotfold

Entry to Winter Wonderland is Free, although charges apply for Rides and Special Attractions.

For full details of Winter Wonderland, have a look at the following link – https://hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/

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The Bull Ring is Birmingham’s newest shopping destination, and the most exhilarating city retail experience.

The Bullring has brought over 26 football pitches worth of shops, boutiques and restaurants into the center of town. It has reintroduced some of Birmingham’s traditional streets and is a stimulating, glass covered environment where you can shop, eat or just be.

Celebrating its 14th anniversary, Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market has become a huge favourite with both residents and visitors to the city from all over the UK and Europe .

Combined with the city’s own Christmas Craft Fair of local traders, it offers a total of over 180 stalls to browse and enjoy. Enjoy the feel of a small village within the heart of the bustling city centre, with picturesque wooden chalets offering traditional handcrafted gifts, including jewellery, wooden toys, dolls and candles.

Visitors’ senses will be delighted as they are invited to enjoy the Gluhwein (German mulled wine), German beers, traditional sausages, meats, sweets, marzipans, breads and pastries.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0800.

Pick Up Points also available from Hitchin, Letchworth & Baldock.

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New for 2019 – Blenheim Palace is where everything becomes curiouser and curiouser. The magic of Alice in Wonderland will be exquisitely captured in an enchanting day time experience for all the family. The scene is set as you step between the pages of a larger-than-life storybook into Alice’s amazingly topsy-turvy world. Wander down the rabbit-hole corridor, through the Hall of Mirrors, along the Hall of Doors and into historic rooms, sometimes grand, sometimes dainty, but always filled with hidden surprises.

This trip includes the light trail and Christmas Market

Coach departs Stevenage at 1245

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Welwyn Garden City.

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The city of dreaming spires will again be filled with festive joy as the Oxford Christmas Market returns to the heart of the city on beautiful and historic Broad Street.

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 the Oxford Christmas Market is a truly magical Christmas experience.

Coach departs Stevenage at 0800.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin, Welwyn Garden City & Hatfield.

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Experience the thrills and daredevil entertainment of a turn-of-the-century circus with CIRCUS 1903 at the Royal Festival Hall this Christmas!

Returning to the Southbank Centre, CIRCUS 1903 has all new acts for 2019 including the Brazilian Wheel of Death. Sensational puppetry from the award-winning team behind War Horse, putting stunningly created elephants back in the ring as never before.

The circus boasts a huge cast of jaw-dropping and dangerous acts from all corners of the globe. Featuring acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, trapeze and high wire performers and more, this show captivates and transports audiences of all ages to the mesmerising golden age of circus.

*Please note: This production is fun for all the family.   As a note to anyone who wants to bring young children, the show is suitable for ages 3+.   Babes-in-arms will not be admitted.   All children must be old enough to occupy their own seats.

The coach will depart Stevenage at 12.00.

Pick Up Points also available from Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin and Welwyn Garden City.

We have a great selection of day trips already lined up for 2020.

If you are looking for a day out to the Seaside, we have included many old favorites for 2020 such as Great Yarmouth, Southend-On-Sea, Southwold, Sheringham, Cromer and Margate and have added a few more destinations such us Hunstanton, Felixtowe, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Portsmouth and Brighton.  With some of the best prices in the area, these are great value days out for the whole family.

We  have also included some great days out to attractions and places of interest including the Cathedral City of Ely, The last location of the Thames Barges in Maldon, Paradise Wildlife Park, Portsmouth’s Maritime Heritage and many more

For the shoppers amongst you, we have many places listed already.

Many more day trips are still to be added, so keeping looking at our updated pages.

Scroll down to view our comprehensive listing.

Alternatively, if you are looking for Theatres and Shows, have a look at our “Theatre Trips” Page.  We will be taking in nearly all of the major shows in 2020.

https://www.landmarkhire.com/what-we-do/theatre-trips/

Looking for a break away?  We have a number of short break holiday’s available throughout the year.

https://www.landmarkhire.com/what-we-do/short-breaks/

We hope that you enjoy our trips.

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

The Shopping Centre is the South East England’s favourite Shopping Destination.

Lakeside is anchored by Debenhams, House of Fraser, Marks and Spencer and Primark.

Since it opened in 1990 it has always been ahead of trends in shopping. It was the first to welcome now well-known brands such as Five Guys, Boux Avenue and Taco Bell.

Local Pick Up Points.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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Camden Market is a diverse community of creative sellers, street food traders and independent stores next to the Regents Canal in London. There are over 1000 places where you can shop at Londons largest Market.

Local Pick Up Points.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

St Albans Market is widely renowned as one of the best in the area with over 150 stalls.

St Albans Market has been operating in the centre of historic St Albans since 1553

Departures from Biggleswade, Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Stevenage.

Spring is coming…..

NEW FOR 2020

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Crews Hill is one of the largest concentrations of specialist garden centres, nurseries and aquatic cetres in the UK.

Here you can find everything for your home and gardening needs.

Local Pick Up Points.

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Spend some time with us shopping at the Galleria Outlet Centre.

Local Pick Up Points.

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

This is our first seaside trip of 2020.

There is something for everyone at Great Yarmouth.

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.

Coach Departures from Shefford, Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock & Royston.

This trip allows between 4 and 5 hours at Great Yarmouth.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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Great Yarmouth Seaside Trip

Including the Pirates Show at the Hippodrome.

Billed as one of the Seven Wonders of the British Seaside, Great Yarmouth Hippodrome is steeped in history and is one of the last surviving Victorian Hippodromes with a sunken water feature in the world. Even Houdini and Chaplin perormed here.

We have secured special priced tickets for the afternoon matinee show.

The fantastic lighting, sound and performance will amaze you.
Enjoy the Pirates Show and still have plenty of time to take in many of the attractions that Great Yarmouth Seafront has to offer.

Price includes – Luxury Coach Travel – Great seats at the show, complimentary ice creams during the interval and the chance to visit the backstage museum after the show which is steeped in history. (Small additional charge of £1 to visit the Museum).

Suitable for All Ages

Admission to the Show is included in the price

Departures from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock & Royston.

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Since 2009 Poplars are consistently ranked in the top ten of best UK Garden Centres

Local Pick Up Points.

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When you visit Maldon you will find this ancient Essex town, with its oldest part sitting high on a hill overlooking the Blackwater estuary, has a rich and varied history just waiting to be explored.

Maldon is one of the oldest recorded towns in Essex and a walk up the High Street to the crest of the town reveals many buildings whose brick facades conceal medieval timber frames.

At the junction of the High Street and Market Hill stands the tower of St Peters which is attached to the building erected in 1704 by Dr Thomas Plume to house his famous library and the Maldon’s grammar school. The school has long since moved and the ground floor now contains the Maeldune Centre which displays the Maldon Embroidery depicting life in the town from the Battle of Maldon to the present day.

Further along is Maldon’s Moot Hall, built in the 15th century for the d’Arcy family and most recently used as the council chambers, magistrates court and police station. Another few yards and you will reach the 13th century All Saints’ Church, famous for it’s trianglar tower and Washington Window.

Maldon’s Market Hil is lined with more timber framed buildings including the old workhouse and leads steeply down to Fullbridge at the crossing of the River Chelmer. This area was once a thriving port and Maldon’s wharves were kept busy unloading ships laden with timber and other materials. It is also the home of the old Maldon railway station building which has survived despite the railway being closed in 1964. At the end of Station Road you will find the Combined Military Services Museum containing a large collection of weapons and armoury and other displays.

The most popular image of Maldon is one that captures the scene at The Hythe with it’s collection of barges and other craft tied up at the quay and the old church of St Mary the Virgin dominating the skyline.

The Hythe was originally a separate hamlet serving Maldon as a port where, among other cargoes, East Coast barges would transport hay and straw up the Thames to feed London’s large number of horses. These barges ceased to carry cargo many years ago and the survivors are now lovingly preserved by their owners and used as pleasure craft carrying passengers on day trips and charters.

Local Pick Up Points.

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS  SPECIAL

Bedford is a thriving market town with its original ‘charter’ dating back more than 800 years when King Henry II granted it in 1166, allowing Bedfordians to hold their own market. A market has been held on St Paul’s Square since the 1500’s

The general Markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays on the historic Harpur and St Paul’s Squares have retained a freshness and appeal by offering a wide range of quality goods at affordable prices, from olives to key cutting services, clothes, toys to hot food.

Local Pick Up Points.

EVENINGS OUT

New for 2020

Join us for a fun evening trip to Peterborough Greyhound Stadium.

Enjoy a flutter or just soak up the atmosphere.

Our price includes luxury coach travel, entry to the Stadium, reserved seating and a meal in the Fast Food Diner.

Departing from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock, Biggleswade and Sandy.

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

We will be visiting Southend on Sea with the longest Pier in the Country.

Spend some time with us visiting Adventure Island, Adventure Golf, Sealife Adventure, a great varied Shopping Centre and much much more.

This is a lovely day out for the whole family.

Departures from Shefford, Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Stevenage.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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NEW FOR 2020

Nestling under the big skies of the Fen countryside, in the shadow of its magnificent cathedral, Ely offers a wealth of attractions. As the second smallest city in England, it is compact enough to explore on foot, but large enough to fill a full day and more.

The first port of call for any visitor to Ely today will almost certainly be the Cathedral. This imposing structure towers across the fens for miles around. Dominating the skyline, it is one of England’s most beautiful and largest Cathedrals. Known locally as the ‘Ship of the Fens’ it is famous for its unique Octagon tower, which when lit can be seen for tens of miles. The Cathedral is also home to the only national museum dedicated to Stained Glass. If it’s history you’re interested in then Ely Museum housed in the city’s old gaol, is an excellent place to start.

Ely’s most famous historical resident of Ely was of course Oliver Cromwell.  The Cromwell family lived in Ely for some 10 years and today you can visit their former house which has been recreated to demonstrate what 17th Century domestic life would have been like along with an exhibition on the civil war.  It also doubles as the Tourist Information Centre.

Ely has a beautiful waterside area, which is an attraction within itself, where you can explore the many cafes and restaurants or visit the art galleries.  Alternatively, simply take time out to relax and watch the river boats pass by.

Local Pick Up Points (Ask for details).

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Van Hage is more than just a garden centre; offering a treasure-trove of exciting and practical ideas for gardeners and home lovers, with a wide range of inspirational brands, expert advice, exciting events and top-quality catering to delight you on every visit.

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NEW FOR 2020

Hertfordshire’s best zoo for a family day out.

Paradise Wildlife Park is home to the largest collection of small monkeys in the UK. Lions, Tigers, Reptiles, Alligators, Sloths, an Armadillo and much more.

Food and drink outlets on site or bring a picnic.

Great Family day out.

Admission is included in the price

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

Southwold is a charming North Suffolk Seaside Resort.

Enjoy some time on the sandy beach and spend time soaking up the atmosphere.  Visit the pier, the Lighthouse and the popular Adnams Brewery.

Relaxing day out for the whole family.

Coach departures from Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth & Baldock.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Join us as we take you to the beautiful lavender fields of North Hertfordshire. With over 25 miles of fresh lavender rows; you can explore and pick your own fresh flowers. There’s also sunflowers and a wildflower area. A range of lunches and homemade cakes are available inside the 17th-century barn, where you can also choose from a large variety of products and lavender plants on offer.

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

Sheringham is a traditional seaside town which was once an old fishing village and that heritage is still evident today.

Sheringham’s Blue Flag Beach is family friendly and you can enjoy scenic walks along the Promenade, which includes a row of colourful Beach Huts.

In the Town, you will find Pubs, Shops, Cafes, Tea Rooms, Museums and a Theatre.

Sheringham is home to the restored North Norfolk Steam Railway.

A market is held every Saturday.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

Perched on a clifftop overlooking pristine sandy beaches, Cromer found fame as a tradtional seaside resort in Victorian times.

A legacy of these days is Cromer’s magnificent Pier, which now hosts the last “End Of The Pier Show” in Europe and was voted 2015 Pier of the Year.

At the bottom of the cobblestoned Gangway is the Henry Blogg Museum, named after the town’s most distinguished lifeboatman, who won the George Cross and the British Empire Medal.   Nearby you’ll see on the shingle the fishing boats that go out every day to catch the famous Cromer Crab. The reason these little brown crabs are so tasty, meaty and succulent? It’s because they feed on the chalk reef just offshore, the longest in the world.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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The Historic Dockyard Chatham is a unique 80-acre site comprising historic buildings, museums galleries and warships.

The collection, preservation, study and display of objects and material connected to naval history is at the centre of the Historic Dockyard Chatham’s activities. The collections focus around the people who worked in, or were associated with, Chatham Dockyard.

There are three historic warships on display: HMS Gannett, a Victorian Royal Navy Sloop, HMS Cavalier, the Royal Navy’s last operational Second World War destroyer: and HMS Odelot, a submarine from the cold war era, and the last Royal Navy warship to be made at Chatham.

See if you can spot the locations where “Call the Midwife” takes place.

Admission is included in the price

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

The elegant resort of Hunstanton is the ideal base to enjoy Norfolk’s superb coastline.

Hunstanton, or ‘Hunston’ as it is known locally, is renowned for its unique striped cliffs and magnificent sunsets, made special by its position as the only west-facing resort on the East coast.

The seaside town began as a purposely-built resort in 1846 and retains its Victorian charm and character to this day, remaining a popular holiday destination for visitors of all ages.

From buzzing family activities such as Crazy Golf, Pitch-and-Putt, the funfair to the tranquil Esplanade Gardens there is something for everyone. You can even take a trip out to sea on a Wash Monster.

The town’s array of gardens are especially delightful during the Spring and summer months, and you can follow a self-guided Horticultural Trail to make sure you experience them all.

Hunstanton’s excellent beach offers ideal conditions for playing on the sand, exploring rock pools, and enjoying the sea.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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NEW FOR 2020

Enjoy the scenery on the way to Bedford River Festival from the top deck of one of our Double Deck Buses.

The ever-popular Bedford River Festival takes place in July every other year, and will be back bigger and better for 2020. As always, the River Festival is free to attend and offers something for everyone – including live entertainment and activities, a funfair, raft and dragon boat races, plus the heritage village, sports village and water sports arena.

Take the double deck bus and you can enjoy a glass or two of Pimms or Prosecco at the Festival.  No worries about driving and let us worry about the parking.

Our double deck buses will be picking up in the morning from many locations including Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock, Biggleswade and many villages and will arrive at the Festival for around 1100 when it opens.  We will leave the Festival again at 5pm. (Ring us for details).

BUS TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED

WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Our trip today will be visiting Frosts Garden Centre in Willington.

Frosts at Willington was opened in 1972 by Richard and Candida Godber in partnership with Adrian and Brian Frost. The Godber family had owned the site since the late 1890s, operating it as a successful wholesale nursery before it became a garden centre.

Here you will find everything you need to brighten up your garden.

Local Pick Up Points.

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

There is something for everyone at Great Yarmouth. Enjoy some time along the golden mile and visit the Pleasure Beach, Sealife Centre, Joyland, play some crazy golf, visit the shops, the world in minature or relax on the miles of sandy beach. You can even take a horse drawn Landau along the front and the kids can ejoy a traditional donkey ride on the beach. Plenty of places to eat and drink.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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Billed as one of the Seven Wonders of the British Seaside, Great Yarmouth Hippodrome is steeped in history and is one of the last surviving Victorian Hippodromes with a sunken water feature in the world. Even Houdini and Chaplin perormed here.

We have secured special priced tickets for the afternoon matinee show.

The fantastic lighting, sound and World Class Performers will amaze you.
Enjoy the Circus and Water Show and have plenty of time to take in the delights that Great Yarmouth offers.

Price includes – Luxury Coach Travel – Great seats at the show, complmentary ice creams during the interval and the chance to visit the backstage museum after the show which is steeped in history. (Small £1 admission charge).

Suitable for All Ages

Local Pick Up Points.

Afternoon Matinee.

Check out the rave reviews on Trip Advisor.

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g190788-d297189-Reviews-Hippodrome_Circus-Great_Yarmouth_Norfolk_East_Anglia_England.html

The Hippodrome has been dubbed one of the seven wonders of the British seaside. The Historic Hippodrome is Britain’s only surviving total circus building, built in 1903 by the legendary circus showman George Gilbert. Throughout the century the intimate arena has played host to an incredible variety of entertainment, from amazing water spectacles and stage shows to cinema and cine variety and even wartime use as a military practice shooting range! – Apart from always presenting the very best in circus,

Lloyd George held political rallies here – Lillie Langtry sang, Little Tich clowned, Max Miller joked, Houdini escaped, the world’s finest clowns and circus personalities performed –

ALL experienced the Hippodrome’s unique atmosphere. It’s likely that even Charlie Chaplin performed here as a child actor before finding fame in America.

In recent years the Hippodrome has played host to The Berlin Symphony Orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Julian Lloyd Webber and The Russian Philharmonic, Moscow State Circus, Chinese State Circus  and the Circus of Horrors.

Peter Jay restored the water spectacle for his first produced circus show in 1981, having bought the building in 1979, the water has been a major part of the unique shows ever since.

No animals are used in any performances.

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The Royal Air Force Museum London, commonly called the RAF Museum, is located on the former Hendon Aerodrome, with five major buildings and hangars dedicated to the history of aviation and the Royal Air Force.

Explore the fascinating story of the first 100 years of the RAF.

Debate the future, test your flying skills, be amazed by stories
of bravery, love and loss.   Children will enjoy the themed outdoor play area and there are places to get food and drinks.

Please Note:  There are no admission charges to the RAF Museum but an additional charge will apply if you choose to visit the Dambusters Virtual Reality Experience.

Local Pick Up Points.

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This is your chance to visit the London Museums during the long School Holidays.

You can visit either –

The Natural History Museum and/or the Science Museum and/or The Victoria & Albert Museum.

https://www.nhm.ac.uk/

https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/

A great day out for young or old alike.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

NEW FOR 2020

The Swiss Garden is an outstanding example of the Regency fashion for creating landscapes in a picturesque alpine style.

It is a peaceful, tranquil space, and one which has new vistas revealed at every turn.

Within the garden are 13 listed structures, an adjacent woodland sculpure trail and a resident peacock. It’s a delight to explore and recent renovation work in 2014 has ensured it has accessibility for all visitors.

You can browse around the excellent gift shop and enjoy some refreshments in the cafe or sitting outside looking out over the historical airfield.

Admission is included in the price

Further Details –

https://www.shuttleworth.org/swissgarden/

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

From traditional holiday-town charm, a world-class art gallery, sandy beaches, a cool café culture and tempting retro shops.

Margate – ‘The Original Seaside’, is waiting to welcome you

Take a walk along the Harbour Arm for stylish spots to eat and drink, and watch the setting sun that inspired many of Turner’s artworks.

Dreamland, the great British seaside amusement experience with historic rides, classic side shows, and eateries offers an exciting calendar of festivals and events

There may be a small Admission Charge to Dreamland

Coach departs from Biggleswade, Baldock, Letchworth, Hitchin & Stevenage.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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NEW FOR 2020

Bletchley Park, once the top-secret home of the World War Two Codebreakers is now a vibrant heritage attraction.

Nearly 10,000 people worked in the wider Bletchley Park organisation.

Intelligence from Bletchley Park was vital on land, in the air and at sea.

It was only in the 1970’s that the wartime activities at Bletchley Park  also known as Station X came to light.  The code-breaking centre which famously broke the nazi’s Enigma Cypher machine remained shrouded in mystery until declassification after the Cold War.

Churchill famously described it’s workers  as “The Geese that laid the Golden Eggs – But Never Cackled”

Opened to the Public in 1994, the displays cover the story of it’s Code Breakers and Machines.

There is akso a model railway, 1940’s cinema and computer museum.

Admission is included in the price

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL

NEW FOR 2020

The Natural History Museum at Tring was the private museum of Lionel Walter, the 2nd Baron Rothschild and was built in 1889 to house one of the finest collections of stuffed mammals, birds, reptiles and insects in the United Kingdon.

Lionel Walter Rothschild was a rich, eccentric and determined character who dedicated his life to the study of animals. His private collection formed the foundation of the Museum at Tring.

At the age of seven, Walter – as he preferred to be called – declared to his parents that he was going to ‘make a museum‘, and began to establish himself as a collector.

By the age of 10, he had amassed a collection of specimens including beetles, butterflies, birds, fish and mammals. At 18 he moved to Cambridge to study natural sciences, and for his 21st birthday his father gave him money and land to build the museum Walter had first declared would be his some 14 years earlier.

In 1892, at 24 years old, Walter opened his museum to the public. It remains one of the largest private natural history collections ever assembled.

Following Walter’s death in 1937, the building and collection were gifted to the nation and became part of the Natural History Museum.

Today it retains its unique Victorian character, including its original floor-to-ceiling, glass-fronted hardwood and iron cases. The 4,000 specimens on public display are still arranged in taxonomic order, classified into related groups, just as they were in Walter’s lifetime.

Great place to take the kids for a day out in the School Holidays.

Admission is included in the price

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

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 beach, you can visit the funfair or the aqaurium, which is a brand new family attraction based on the story and characters from Treasure Island.

Enjoy a traditional day out by the sea.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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Located in Ingoldmells on the sunny east coast of Lincolnshire close to Skegness and close to the beach.

Fantasy Island is the ultimate destination for all of the family.  With extreme rides and roller coasters that will test the bravest of thrillseekers nerves to the great range of rides suitable for the whole family.  There are also lots for the little ones to enjoy including rides, a soft play area and live character shows.

Whats more – Fantasy Island is home to Europe’s largest seven day market, where you can find everything from gifts, toys, gardening tools to clothing and much more.

There are plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars across the park to take a well earned break.

You can purchase all day wristbands or pay as you ride at the park.

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During WWII, Twinwood Airfield was a RAF training base.

During this time, Glenn Miller and his Orchestra were based in nearby Bedford as a safer alternative to London, and Glenn Miller and his band members regularly used RAF Twinwood Airfield. On August 27th 1944, Glenn Miller performed a special concert at RAF Twinwood. It was the only outdoor concert he performed at a British base. Later that year, on December 15th 1944, Major Glenn Miller was due to leave England for France. He boarded a Norseman aircraft outside Twinwood Control Tower, and he was never seen again. This sparked a mystery that has fascinated the world ever since.

At Twinwood, you can visit the Glenn Miller Museum which is located in the newly restored WW2 Control Tower and the Twinwood Aviation Museum which holds a large collection of RAF and USAAF uniforms and equipment as well as many artifacts rcovered from crash sites.  Other exhibits include walk-in reconstructions, the Motor Transport Section, Britain’s only wartime Fire Service Museum and a restoration of an RAF airman’s billet.

Local Pick Up Points – Ask for details.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL

NEW FOR 2020

Rewings Ada Cole is home to 90 horses, ponies and donkeys including handsome Gerlander Zippy. Cheeky donkey DelBoy, lovely Shetland Pony Tinklerbell and rock n roll pony Elvis. Not forgetting Redwings “tiniest resideent”, Teeny Tucker.

You can spend the day with the horses enjoing a walk around the stables and take in horse care demonstrations, followed by hot drinks and tasty bakes from the cafe.

There is an on-site gift shop and all proceeds from the cafe and shop go to supporting the care of the horses.

Admission is included in the price

WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

The Olde Watermill at Barton Le Cley is one of Bedfordshires Best Kept secrets.  A small Shopping Village in and around the historic watermill.

There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.

Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre and The Miller’s Shopping Arcade

Enjoy some refreshments sitting by the lake and soak up the atmosphere.

Local Pick Up Points.

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

Everybody loves a great day out by the sea and Felixtowe has great days for everyone.

Family attractions, award winning gardens, beautiful beaches , amazing history and heritage , speciality shopping and more.

Discover the Seafront Gardens – Sitting on cliff’s between the town centre and beach these eight Grade II listed gardens are of significant historic interest and give the Town it’s title “The Garden Resort of East Anglia”  Take some time to wander through the gardens on the “Heritage Trail”and uncover the many historical features, structures, colourful and unusual planting.

Our younger visitors will enjoy the thrilling childrens rides at Mannings and Ocean Boulevard or you can challenge your friends to a round of adventure golf.

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The Clacton Airshow returns in 2020 for its 29th consecutive year. This seafront show saw roughly 250,000 people attend across the weekend in 2019.

With an action-packed flying display and lots to see and do on the ground, the Clacton Airshow is a great day out for all the family

SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

People have been travelling to Brighton for seaside getaways ever since the railway arrived in 1841. The pebbled beach, Brighton Pier, the amusement arcades and the Royal Pavilion are the main attractions.

You can visit the new British Airways 360 where you can take a trip 450 feet in the air. You could choose to visit the Sealife Centre or The Lanes for some shopping.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Discover over 30 exciting rides and activities at Wicksteed Park, including one of the longest zip wires in the UK.

There are 147 acres of beautiful rolling parkland – perfect for a game of frisbee, or a big family picnic

Somewhere exciting for the kids as we get towards the end of the long Summer Break.

More details –

https://wicksteedpark.org/

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

St Ives is a beautiful historic town 15 miles from Cambridge on the river Great Ouse that offers a wealth of recreational opportunities including guided electric riverboat trips. You can also discover a fascinating riverport heritage along the waterfront, alleyways and market place, and a great range of independent shops plus a recently renovated museum.

The town’s original character is retained with regular markets held every Monday and Friday

You will find lots to do. A focal point is the splendid 15th century Bridge and Chapel over the river, one of only four such surviving in England.

Delights include a host of restaurants,cafes and fine buildings.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

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From the pomp and ceremony of our proud Naval and Maritime Heritage to the towering 560 foot Emirates Spinnaker Tower *. Take some time to visit the Royal Naval Dockyard *, marvel at the Warships which are often in Port, or go onboard Nelson’s Flagship HMS Vistory * or visit HMS Warrier *.

With World Class Visitor attractions, museums, galleries, unique shops, great places for a bite to eat and miles of beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth offers something for everyone.

You can even take a trip up the Spinnaker Tower*

• Admission Charges Apply                                                                

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Wroxham is the Capital of the Norfold Boads. Here you can take in the tranquil scenery of the Broads or visit one of the many visitor attractions including the Riverside Park, Miniature Worlds, the Bure Valley Steam Railway and Wroxham Barns Craft Centre. Wroxham boasts the world’s largest village store (Roy’s of Wroxham).

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

WEDNESDAY HALF DAY SENIOR CITIZENS SPECIAL

Our Half Day Special today will be visiting Jordans Mill.  This historic Victorian Flour Mill has been home to the Jordans Family for over 150 years.

Spend some time wandering around the unique Mill Gardens where crops, vegetables and fruits are grown in an ornemental setting or take a stroll through the Mill Meadow and woodland.

The Mill Gardens were designed by Chelsea Flower Show winners Ian Kitson and Julie Toll who took inspiration from ancient field layouts, hedge patterns and the flow of the River Ivel. Just as the Bedfordshire countryside is divided into fields by hedgerows, the different areas of the gardens are separated using yew hedging. A winding path, emulating the flow of the River Ivel, leads you through the Mill Gardens.

At Jordans Mill you can step back in time in the historic flour Mill,  and see first-hand how flour was once produced here.

Lovingly restored having stopped milling in 2000, the 19th Century Mill has been divided in two by a spectacular floor-to-ceiling glass screen, with the working part of the Mill on one side and a contemporary display area on the other.

There is an additional charge of £2.50 per person to visit the Mill.

Spend some time in the shop where you can browse and buy a large range of Jordans products and other locally sourced items.

Finally,why not enjoy a scone or a cake in The Riverside Cafe where you can relax indoors or on the large Riverside Terrace overlooking the River.

(Food and Drinks are not included in the Price of the Trip)

Local Pick Up Points.

AUTUMN SEASIDE SPECIAL DAY EXCURSION

The last time to visit the seaside with us in 2020.

The choice is yours.

You can visit Whitstable with its working harbour, a small castle,the museum, a wonderful selection of independent shops or enjoy some great eateries, serving the freshest of fish

OR

you may choose to visit Herne Bay where you can visit Reculver Tower, spend some time in the arcades or take a stroll along the Pier.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

The Norfolk  capital is calming, quaint and the ideal place to escape busy day-to-day life for a day out.

Whether you plan to seek out the history that’s paved into the city’s streets or simply relax, there are plenty of things to fill your day in Norwich.

You may choose to visit Norwich Cathedral which was completed in 1145 or the Norwich Castle Museum which was the Gaol for 900 years.

How about visiting Elm Hill, the prettiest and most famous Street in Norwich or have a browse around the market on Gentleman’s Walk.

How about a look round Strangers Hall which is a Grade 1 listed building with a museum recording domestic life in different phases of Norwich’s past.  Have a stroll along the river or wander along The Lanes.

Simply a lovely day out.

Local Pick Up Points.

ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST

Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in the history of its most famous resident, William Shakespeare.

This Warwickshire country town contains the home where Shakespeare was born, the cottage where Anne Hathaway resided before their marriage and the church where the couple is buried.

There are many fantastic areas of Stratford-upon-Avon to explore, which is why visitors flock back year after year to discover more.

From quaint side streets with unique and individual shops to open parklands along the river, there’s something for everyone.

Special Offer for Small Group Organisers

Book 12 Adult or Concession Tickets for this trip and you will receive the 13th Ticket Free. (Subject to availability and not to be used in conjunction with any other offer).

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Boundary Mill Stores is located close to Grantham and is one of the largest of it’s kind offering discounts of up to 70% off big brand names in household and fashion.

Our aim is to make your day trip an enjoyable and special day out.  We would ask that the read our Terms and Conditions to ensure that you are happy with them before you book your tickets.

Payment –

We regret that we are unable to reserve or hold tickets.  Due to popular demand all tickets are allocated on a First Come First Served basis.

Tickets must be paid for in full at time of booking unless agreed otherwise by the Company. Tickets may be booked by calling 01462 733764. (Mon – Fri).

Seat Reservations –

We will try our best to reserve specific seats if they are available at the time of booking however we are unable to guarantee specific seat allocations.

Age Restrictions  –

Children aged 16 years and under will not be carried unless accompanied by a responsible adult.

Cancellation of Day Trips by the Company –

On some occasions a day trip may have to be cancelled.  Where this happens, we will try to give you (The Customer) as much notice as is reasonably possible.  It is recommended that Customers ring us 7 days before the trip to confirm details including Pick Up Times.  In the event that we have to cancel a trip, the Customer will be offered an alternative product or receive a full refund.  Where we have to cancel a trip, we will make every effort to contact you using the contact details given, but do not accept any liability if we are unable to make contact.

Cancellation of Day Trips by the Customer –

In the event of cancellation by the customer, day trips payments are not refundable unless the Company are able to resell the tickets.  We will however allow you to transfer the tickets to a third party provided you advise us of the name/s of those travelling.

Itineraries –

Information provided in our brochures and on our website are correct at the time of going to print.  The company accept no liability for any alterations made by third party suppliers for changes to any times, entrance fees, dates or venues.

We will use the route considered by us to be the safest and most direct.  We do not accept liabiliy for any delays which may lead to changes to the itinerary, route or destination on the day of travel and which are due to circumstances outside of our control such as road closures erc.

Child Prices –

Child Prices refer to any young person under the age of 16 Years.  In some circumstances, we may need to change the age limit due to the requirements of a third party supplier.  Where this happens it will be clearly stated on the individual advert.

We may ask to see proof of age.

Family Tickets –

We offer discounted FamilyTickets on certain trips.  Where they are available, they are advertised on the individual advert above.  Where available, a family ticket applies to two full fare paying adults travelling with two children aged under 16 years.

Concessions –

Concession Prices refer to any person who is aged 60 years or over.

We may ask to see proof of entitlement.

Wednesday Half Day Senior Citizens Specials

We have designed these trips for older people who may not have their own transport to get to local attractions.  These trips are very reasonably priced and operate as a “Half Day Trip” between the hours of 10am and 2pm.  Specific times are available from our office for each trip  We are unable to guarantee that one of our disabled coaches will be able to operate this service.  This service may be operated by one of our coaches, single or double deck buses.

You must be aged 60 years or above to book on one of these trips.

Wheelchairs, Scooters and Walking Frames

For Safety reasons, wheelchairs, scooters and/or walking frames may not be carried in the passenger areas of the coach.  They will be stored in the lockers subject to space being available.  Please advise our staff at the time of booking.

Buggles and Pushchairs

For Safety reasons, buggies and pushchairs may not be carried in the passenger areas of the coach.  They will be stored in the lockers subject to space being available.  Please advise our staff at the time of booking.

Booster Seats

Where booster seats are required for children, it is the responsibiity of the Customer to provide and fit these.  Please advise our staff at the time of booking.

Transportation of Animals –

Animals are not permitted to travel on our day trips with the exception of assistance dogs.  We would ask that you advise our office when booking if you intend bringing an assistance dog.

Smoking/Vaping –

For the comfort of all passengers and to comply with the law, Smoking and/or vaping is not permitted on any of our coaches or buses.

Alcohol –

Alcohol is not to be consumed on any of our vehicles at any time.

Seatbelts –

All of our coaches are fitted with seatbelts (Either Three Point or Lap Belts).

The law requires that you must remain in your seat at all times whilst the vehicle is in motion.  You are required to wear a seatbelt.

Parents/Guardians are reponsible for ensuring that children remain seated and wear seatbelts.

Comfort Stops –

Where toilets are not provided on the coach, the driver will make comfort stops at his/her discretion.

Late Arrivals –

No refunds will be given if you fail to arrive at the stated pick up time.  We do not accept any liability for any additional travel or accommodation expenses or any other expenses as a result of you missing the coach or bus on the return journey.  Due to driver hours, and the convinience of the other passengers, the vehicle will depart at the time specified by the Office or Driver.

Vehicle Tracker

All of our vehicles are fitted with Vehicle Trackers.  You can locate your Coach at any time from your Smartphone by visiting www.landmarkhire.com and selecting “Vehicle Tracker”.

Anti Social Behaviour –

We do not allow any anti social behaviour on any of our vehicles. Any person who endangers the safety of the vehicle and/or the Driver or spoils the enjoyment for other passengers will be removed from the vehicle.  In the unlikely event of this happening no refund/s will be given and we do not accept any liability for any additional travel or accommodation expenses or any other expenses incurred by any person as a result of being removed from the vehicle.

By Booking and/or travelling on one of our day trips, you undertake to comply and agree to accept our Terms and Conditions as stated above.

Limitation of Liabiity -We cannot accept responsibility for any changes/amendments that any venues featured in our brochure, or detailed on our website, may make to their published programme of events.  We are not liable (whether caused by our employees, agents or otherwise) in connection with our provision of the Services or the performance of any of our other obligations under these Terms and Conditions for any indirect, special or consequential loss, damage, costs, or expenses or; any loss of profits; loss of anticipated profits; loss of business; loss of data; loss of reputation or goodwill; business interruption; or, other third party claims; or any failure to perform any of our obligations if such delay or failure is due to any cause beyond our reasonable control; or losses caused directly or indirectly by any failure or your breach in relation to your obligations; or any losses arising directly or indirectly from the choice of Services and how they will meet your requirements or your use of the Services or any goods supplied in connection with the Services.

Where liability is accepted it will be limited only to a refund of the ticket price paid in full and final settlement.

These Terms and Conditions apply to those day trips booked directly with Landmark Coaches or Landmark Vehicle Hire Limited.  Where trips are operated by third party Organisers, the contract will  be entered into between the Customer and the third party and will be subject to the Terms & Conditions of the Third Party.  This refers to trips which are not booked directly with Landmark Coaches Limited or Landmark Vehicle Hire Limited.

Complaints –

In the unlikely event that you have cause to complain on the day of travel, it should first be raised with the driver who will try to remedy the situation.  You may also request that the driver supply you with our 24 hour Duty Managers telephone number who will do his/her best to remedy the situation.

If you are still unhappy, you are asked to put your complaint in writing within 14 days of the date of the trip to:

The General Manager, Landmark Vehicle Hire Limited, Unit 6, Arlesey Business Park, Mill Lane, Arlesey.  SG15 6RF.