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Wednesday 19th May 2010
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BRECON BEACONS
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Full day scenic excursion through the Brecon Beacons National Park. Breath-taking scenery with stops in the mid-morning and around teatime, as well as a lunchtime stop in Brecon itself.
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Saturday 22nd May 2010
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'HAIRSPRAY' TOURING WITH MICHAEL BALL
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The Mayflower Theatre, Southampton - 2.00pm performance - Stalls seats. This mother of all musicals is the funniest and sunniest of shows - Big hair, big heart, big hit - not to be missed! Some spare time in southampton for lunch etc. beforehand.
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Tuesday 25th May 2010
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SIDMOUTH SOUTH DEVON
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Beautiful gardens and leisurely walks, regency history and fine hostelries, clean beaches and friendly shops... it's all here in this loverly seaside town that nestles beneath majestic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid Valley.
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Monday 31st May 2010
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SOUTHSEA & PORTSMOUTH
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Excursion to the popular south coast resorts of Southsea & portsmouth. Choose on the day wheather you spend a relaxingg day on the Southsea beach or visit Portsmouth Dockyard, where there is an outlet shopping centre, Spinnaker Tower or the Mary Rose. You could also take a hovercraft to the Isle of Wight.
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Friday 4th June 2010
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'LOVE NEVER DIES' LLOYD WEBBER'S SEQUEL TO 'PHANTOM'
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's Long-awaited breathtaking sequel to 'Phantom of the Opera' at the Adelphi Theatre in London. good seats in the Stalls and Dress Circle. Some spare time in London before the 7.30pm performance.
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Sunday 6th June 2010
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COTWOLD MYSTERY TOUR
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A nostalgic mystery tour on our recently refurbished Vintage Bedford OB Coach (1950), with an extended stop around mid-day at a mystery destination in the Cotswolds. There is time for lunch and a little sightseeing.
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Tuesday 15th June 2010
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BANBURY CASTLE QUAY SHOPPING CENTRE & MARKET
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A visit to the North Oxfordshire town on market day and Castle Quay Shopping Centre with it's canalside setting.
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Sunday 20th June 2010
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WEYMOUTH, DORSET
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Full day excursion to one of the classic seaside resorts on the south coast. It has a fantastic beach, a vibrant busy harbour and some excellent shops. There are plenty of attractions to suit all ages and restuarants to suit all tastes.
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Tuesday 6th July 2010
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Weston - super - Mare Credit Crunch Buster
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Traditional seaside attractions, including the donkeys!Clean sandy beach and level promenade with superb views of the channel. The newly rebuilt Pier is due to open in June.The shopping centre is excellent. there is a good choice of eating venues. HALF PRICE
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Saturday 10th July 2010
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SWANAGE in Dorset
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Popular seaside resort that has developed from a small fishing village. Swanage now has some excellent individual shops and visitors are drawn by the bay,s sandy beaches and other attractions. A restored steam railway runs inland to the picturesque village of Corfe Castle.
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Wednesday 14th July 2010
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Cotswold Villages Tour Vintage Coach
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Nostalgic Cotswold Villages tour on our refurbished Vintage Bedford OB Coach (1950), with an extended stop around mid-day. There is time for lunch and a little sightseeing.
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Tuesday 20th July 2010
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Minehead in Somerset
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Minehead is where Exmore meets the sea. Traditional seaside fun, with its promenade and long sandy beach. The harbour stretches for a mile and gives views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. The West Somerset Steam Railway runs along the coast out of the town.
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Saturday 24th July 2010
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Hereford & The Forest of Dean
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Hereford is a beautiful city with excellent shopping. There are Museums and a Cathedral to visit, as well as some fascinating architecture to view. In the early afternoon we travel homeward through some of the picturesque scenery of the Forest of Dean.
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Tuesday 27th July 2010
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Warwick & Stratford - upon - Avon
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Time to explore the town of Warwick and it's famous Castle(entry not included).In the early afternoon we travel the short distance to Stratford-upon-Avon. Numerous Shakespearean places to visit or just relax by the River Avon. There are some excellent shops in Stratford.
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Tuesday 3rd August 2010
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Buxton, Bakewell &The Peak District
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Visit the spar town of Buxton, with its Opera House and fine Crescent. In the afternoon we visit Bakewell. Jane Austen stayed in the Rutland Arms , where the Bakewell Pudding was invented. The Peak District is an area of great natural beauty with some stunning views.
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Saturday 7th August 2010
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Cheddar Gorge & Weston-super-Mare
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Travel down the scenic Cheddar Gorge. Stop in Cheddar, where we have time to visit one of the Caves, or sample real Cheddar Cheese! Lunchtime travel on to the resort of Weston-super-Mare. The rest of the afternoon is free to relax on the beach or visit the shops.
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Saturday 14th August 2010
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KEW - Royal Botanic Gardens and/or Kew Palace
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Choose on the day whether you visit the famous Royal Botanic Gardens, with it's amazing plants collection and great Glasshouses or the newly refurbished Kew Palace, telling the story of George 111 and family at rest and play. Entrances are extra and payable on the day.
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Monday 16th August 2010
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Isle of Wight Circular Tour
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Full day circular tour of the island, including ferries.Out - Portsmouth to Fishbourne (35 mins) Return - Yarmouth to Lymington (30 mins). During the day we visit the picturesque thatched village of Godshill, Isle of Wight Peal and Alum Bay/Needles (entrances extra). SORRY-NO Tetbury pick up
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Thursday 19th August 2010
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Summer Evening Mystery Vintage Coach
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Bring those memories flooding back - Nostalgic Summer Evening Mystery Tour on our refurbished Vintage Bedford OB Coach (1950), with a stop at a public house with ample time for refreshments of your choice (not included).
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Sunday 22nd August 2010
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Lynton, Lynmouth & Dunster Tour
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Tour of the stunning scenery of Exmoor and the north Devon Coast with an extended stop in the resorts of Lynton & Lynmouth.The villages are joined by a unique water operated cliff railway dating back to 1890. A longer day - but well worth it
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Tuesday 24th August 2010
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MACMILLAN CHARITY MYSTERY TOUR
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Full day mystery tour stopping at places of interest. Time to eat, explore and do a little shopping. We have raised around £7,500 on this tour in the last five years - Thank you all for your generous support! ALL MONEY TAKEN will go to Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Thursday 26th August 2010
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Weston-super-Mare Credit Crunch Buster!
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Traditional seaside attractions, including the donkeys! Clean sandy beach & level promenade with superb views of the channel. the newly rebuilt Pier is due to open in June.The shopping centre is excellent. There is a good choice of eating venues. HALF PRICE!
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Friday 3rd September 2010
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DIRTY DANCING, London Showtime
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THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE - By Eleanor Bergstein 5.00pm performance - Good seats in the stalls at the Aldwych Theatre in London. A couple of hours spare time in London beforehand for shopping/sightseeing.
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Saturday 4th September 2010
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Bournemouth or Poole
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You can choose on the day which you visit.Bournemouth has sandy beaches, piers,parkland and a wealth of interesting shops. Poole has its pottery, busy port & museums or just relax and watch the world go by. Boat trips around the harbour & island are available.
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Tuesday 7th September 2010
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Clevedon and Cadbury Garden Centre
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Cadbury Garden Centre in Congresbury,near Bristol is our first stop, and is one of the finest in the South West.Clevedon has retained its Victorian elegance and charm with the stunning pier stretching out into sea. There are some interesting shops and restaurants.
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Saturday 11th September 2010
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Severn Valley Steam Railway & Bridgenorth
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We catch a morning departure by Steam Train from Kidderminster Station along the beautiful Severn Valley Railway to the station at Bridgenorth,arriving there at lunchtime.Afternoon is free in Bridgenorth to explore or shop before our return by coach.
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Sunday 19th September 2010
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Gloucester Docks & Gloucester Quays Shopping
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Visit the historic Gloucester Docks. Take a boat ride, explore the National Waterways Museum (entrance fees extra), Antiques Centre or the new shopping Centre, Gloucester Quays, with over 40 outlet shops selling designer label goods at up to 60% discount.
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Saturday 25th September 2010
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Buckingham Palace - State Rooms Tour
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The state rooms are the heart of the Palace and provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining. Lavish furnishings with priceless treasures, paintings and sculptures. We have some free time in central London for a little sightseeing or shopping.
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Saturday 25th September 2010
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FULL DAY IN LONDON - Shopping or Sightseeing
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A full day in our capital city, with ample time for exploring the museums, shopping or sightseeing at your leisure. You could even take in a West End Matinee by purchasing your tickets in advance or on the day.
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Saturday 2nd October 2010
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OKLAHOMA Rogers & Hammerstein Showtime
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2.30pm performance - Stalls Seats at the Bristol Hippodrome - Spare time in Bristol. Musical set in America'deep West in the early 1900's Songs incl: Oh What a Beautiful Morning, Surry with the Fringe on the Top' and People Will Say We're in Love.
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Sunday 3rd October 2010
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Blackbushe Sunday Market, Surrey
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Blackbushe is Europe's largest outdoor Sunday Market, with over 1000 stalls. With a wide range of goods, there is somthing on offer for all the family:plants, fashions, fruit & veg,footwear,DVDs, electrical goods, cosmetics, duvets, rugs, meat & poultry, tools etc etc.
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Thursday 14th October 2010
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Short Day Tour - Devizes on Market Day
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Tour to Devizes, with extended stop (approx 3 hours), with time to visit the weekly market and to browse its unique individual shops, restaurants and cafes. On this short day tour we will take you via one scenic route and then return via a different route.
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Sunday 17th October 2010
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Autumn at Westonbirt Vintage Coach
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Enjoy a nostalgic ride on our Vintage Bedford OB (1950)Coach to see the glorious colours of Autumn at the National Arboretum, Westonbirt. Includes entrance to the Arboretum.
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Wednesday 20th October 2010
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HAIRSPRAY - New Theatre Oxford Showtime
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Starring Brian Conley & Les Dennis - 7.30pm Performance - Stalls Seats Musical is set in Baltimore in 1962 and tells the story of geeky teenager Tracy Turnblad - a big girl with a big heart, big dreams, a big stage mother and even bigger hair. Great songs
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Sunday 24th October 2010
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Autumn Tints Mystery Tour
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Autumn is a beautiful time of year, and during this full day mystery tour we see some picturesque and colourful scenery. We will have stops around lunchtime and teatime at places of interest, where refreshments will be available.
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Sunday 6th November 2010
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SOUTHAMPTON & West Quay Shopping Centre
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Southampton is a vibrant, modern city which offers a warm welcome to all visitors. It is one of the best places for shopping, with a superb mix of high quality shopping centres. West Quay is right in the heart of the city and has some excellent shops.
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Saturday 13th November 2010
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CARDIFF - Christmas Shopping or Sightseeing
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Cardiff has an excellent shopping centre with all the major stores represented. There are some interesting individual shops as well as museums and the historic Castle to visit. The Castle has recently undergone a refurbishment program (Entrace fees are extra).
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Sunday 14th November 2010
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DISNEY on ICE - 100 Years of Magic Showtime
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2.45pm performance. A colourful skating spectacular at the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham. Celebrating 100 years of Disney Magic! - Be captivated by 65 of Disney's unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories. moments you'll remember for ever.
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Sunday 14th November 2010
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DISNEY on ICE - 100 Years of Magic Showtime
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2.45pm performance. A colourful skating spectacular at the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham. Celebrating 100 years of Disney Magic! - Be captivated by 65 of Disney's unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories. moments you'll remember for ever.
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Wednesday 24th November 2010
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MARLBOROUGH on Market Day
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Short day tour south into the pretty Wiltshire countryside, travelling over the Marlborough Downs with its glorious views. We make an extended stop in the market town of Marlborough, where we have time to explore the weekly market, as well as enjoy lunch.
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Saturday 27th November 2010
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BIRMINGHAM - German Christmas Market & Bullring
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We visit central Birmingham, ideal for all your Christmas Shopping. There is the Frankfurt Christmas Market, largest authentic German Market outside of Germany. Nearby there is the Christmas Craft Fair and the famous Bullring Shopping Centre with hundreds of shops.
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Sunday 28th November 2010
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Birmingham MILITARY TATTOO Showtime
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2.00pm performance - Good seats at the National Indoor Arena, Birmingham. Experience the Worlds finest military bands & spectacular displays as they perform a three hour show that will have toes tapping and fingers drumming. Popular with audiences both young and old.
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Sunday 5th December 2010
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WORCESTER CHRISTMAS FAYRE
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The leading Victorian themed street market in the West Midlands. Hundreds of Stalls and street entertainers fill the streets with colours, sounds and smells of Christmas. A great day out for all the family.
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Tuesday 7th December 2010
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CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT in Salisbury Cathedral
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Afternoon (2.30) Christmas Carol Concert in Salisbury Cathedral. Price includes a Cathedral donation, glass of mulled wine & mince pie. Free time in Salisbury beforehand to visit the excellent Tuesday Market or enjoy a leisurely lunch before the concert
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Saturday 11th December 2010
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The SOUND of MUSIC, Oxford Showtime
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Starring Connie Fisher at the New Theatre, Oxford with spare time in Oxford before the 2.30pm performance. Stalls Seats at the worlds best-loved musical, coming direct from London.Lavish production telling the story of the Von Trapp family's flight across the mountains.
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Friday 17th December 2010
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Olde Tyme Players Christmas Spectacular Showtime
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Bashley,New Milton, near the New Forest. Includes traditional Roast Turkey lunch followed by Apple Pie and Cream. During the interval Cream Tea and Cakes. Spectacular two hour colourful afternoon Music Hall stage show with Singing, Dancing and Comedy.
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Saturday 18th December 2010
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CLARKS VILLAGE , Street & Sanders Garden World
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Clarks Village was the first purpose built outlet centre and includes more than 90 shops and resaurants offering goods at discount prices. In the afternoon we visit Sanders Garden World near Burnham on Sea, a large Garden Centre with popular Christmas section.
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Tuesday 21st December 2010
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FESTIVE MYSTERY TOUR
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Join us on this festive mystery tour. Our coach will be suitably decorated - and possibly our driver! Carols will be played on board and there may be a mince pie or two. Stops will be made where refreshments can be purchased as well as time for a little shopping.
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