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Tuesday 21st May 2013
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Afternoon Vintage Tour With Cream Tea Included
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A short afternoon tour on our restored 1950 Vintage Bedford OB Coach. Weather permitting, we'll slide back the sunroof and reminisce on past times. Bring your camera! We will make a mid-afternoon stop for a delicious Cream Tea (Included in the tour price).
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Monday 27th May 2013
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Life & Death in Pompeii & Herculaneum "British Museum Special Exhibition"
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This spectacular exhibition at The British Museum will be the first such major exhibition in London for almost 40 years. It has been made possible through collaboration with the Archaeological Superintendency of Naples & Pompeii, and will bring together over 250 fascinating objects and casts, both recent & celebrated finds from earlier excavations. Many of these objects have never before been seen outside Italy.
The exhibition will have a unique focus, looking at the Roman home and the people who lived in these ill-fated cites before Vesuvius erupted in AD 79.
After visiting the exhibition (12.30 – 12.50 timed entrances) there is ample time to explore the rest of the Museum and marvel at its famous exhibits or venture outsider in the surrounding area.
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Monday 27th May 2013
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Evesham Country Park
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A leisurely drive to Evesham Country Park, going one way and returning via another route. On this 130 acre site there is an extensive Garden Centre, Farm Shop, Ten Courtyard Outlet Shops, Restaurants and Miniature Railway (pay on day). Stroll around the estate or take the miniature railway to see some picturesque views over the Vale of Evesham.
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Friday 31st May 2013
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Exbury Gardens & Steam Train Ride
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Set beside the Beaulieu River in the New Forest, Exbury is a spectacular 200 acre site, world famous for rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and rare shrubs and tress. There is an excellent restaurant & tearooms, as well as a gift & planet shop. Gardens Entry is included as well as a 20 minute Steam Train Ride. A Great Day out for all the Family!
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Sunday 9th June 2013
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CHEDDAR GORGE, CHEDDAR & WESTON-super-MARE
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Travel via Bath to take the scenic drive down Cheddar Gorge with a stop in the village of Cheddar itself. Arrive in Weston around lunchtime, with the rest of the afternoon free to explore this traditional seaside resort. There is a pier, donkeys and clean sandy beach.
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Wednesday 12th June 2013
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TEWKESBURY – Market Day, Museums & Abbey
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Visit the historic town, where time stood still for 150 years preserving the medieval character to this day. We have time to visit the open air market or some of the fascinating shops. There are also Museums and the beautiful 12th-century Abbey (Any entrance fees extra).
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| Tetbury |
Sorry No Tetbury |
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Tuesday 18th June 2013
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SIDMOUTH in Devon
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Sidmouth is an unspoiled seaside resort in south Devon. It is surrounded by hills and sandstone cliffs and has a wide esplanade and pleasant gardens to explore. There are fascinating individual shops and a multitude of restaurants and cafes for refreshments.
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Saturday 20nd June 2013
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HAMPTON COURT PALACE or KEW GARDENS and/or Kew Palace
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You choose on the day which you visit. Our coach will drop off at Kew first before heading south to Hampton Court. Entrances are not included as you can choose from: Hampton Court Palace, Kew Royal Botanic Gardens and/or Kew Palace. You pay on the day.
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Tuesday 25th June 2013
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LEOMINSTER and the Black & White Villages Trail
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Leominster dates from Saxon times and has antique and other shops housed in its old black and white buildings. It is the gateway to the famous Herefordshire Black and White Villages Trail, a forty mile circuit through some of the most picturesque villages in the country.
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Sunday 30th June 2013
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BOURNEMOUTH or POOLE, Dorset
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You can choose on the day which resort 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 & islands are available.
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Tuesday 2nd July 2013
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SALISBURY on Market Day
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A full day visit to the ever-popular city of Salisbury. The colourful market never fails to please the shopper and browser alike. Salisbury has it all, historic streets and alleyways, half-timbered buildings, traditional eating houses and the superb Cathedral.
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Tuesday 9th July 2013
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COTSWOLD VILLAGES TOUR in Vintage Style
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Bring those memories flooding back - Nostalgic Cotswold Villages tour on our refurbished vintage Bedford OB Coach (1950), with an extended stop around mid-day. There will be ample time for some lunch and a little sightseeing. Don’t forget your camera.
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Sunday 14th July 2013
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WEYMOUTH in Dorset
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Full day visit to this famous south coast seaside resort. Ideal for the whole family – Good attractions and a long sandy safe beach. There is a busy harbour and an excellent shopping centre with a good choice of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.
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Tuesday 23rd July 2013
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NORTH COTSWOLDS & VALE OF EVESHAM TOUR
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A Full day tour around the towns and villages of the North Cotswolds and the Vale of Evesham, taking in some of the most picturesque countryside in this wonderful part of the country. Our extended lunchtime stop will be in the market town of Evesham itself.
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Tuesday 30th July 2013
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CABOT CIRCUS & BROADMEAD, BRISTOL
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Cabot Circus has become one of the favourite shopping centres in the West and has gained a reputation for fashion & style. There are over 120 stores and 20 restaurants as well as the nearby Broadmead Shopping Centre with a vast choice of shops to suit all tastes & pockets.
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Tuesday 6th August 2013
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SUMMER EVENING MYSTERY
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Nostalgic 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). Bring those memories flooding back – Don’t forget your camera!
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Thursday 15th August 2013
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WESTON-super-MARE
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Traditional seaside attractions including pier, crazy golf & donkeys! A clean, safe, sandy beach and level promenade with superb views of the Channel. The excellent shopping centre is close to the seafront and there is a good choice of eating venues.
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Monday 19th August 2013
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Life & Death in Pompeii & Herculaneum "British Museum Special Exhibition"
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This spectacular exhibition at The British Museum will be the first such major exhibition in London for almost 40 years. It has been made possible through collaboration with the Archaeological Superintendency of Naples & Pompeii, and will bring together over 250 fascinating objects and casts, both recent & celebrated finds from earlier excavations. Many of these objects have never before been seen outside Italy.
The exhibition will have a unique focus, looking at the Roman home and the people who lived in these ill-fated cites before Vesuvius erupted in AD 79.
After visiting the exhibition (12.30 – 12.50 timed entrances) there is ample time to explore the rest of the Museum and marvel at its famous exhibits or venture outside in the surrounding area.
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Sunday 25th August 2013
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BEAULIEU RIVER CRUISE on the ‘Spirit of Portsmouth’ (5 hour Cruise)
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Travel to Gosport for a leisurely cruise on the Solent to the picturesque Beaulieu River, which flows through the New Forest. Views of Bucklers Hard, New Forest, Isle of Wight & Portsmouth Harbour. Hot & Cold food is available, but should be ordered in advance.
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Tuesday 27th August 2013
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THE TANK MUSEUM, Bovington, Dorset
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The world’s best Tank Museum tells the story of armoured warfare from WW1 to the present day. Six large halls contain of over 300 historic vehicles as well as special exhibitions. Don’t miss the explosive Tank Action Display in the arena – A great day out for all ages!
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Tuesday 27th August 2013
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Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre - Wareham, Dorset
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Set in 65 acres of woodland, Monkey World is a sanctuary for over 250 abused & rescued monkeys from all over the world. They are cared for and rehabilitated into the natural living groups. For visitors, there are talks, viewing towers, walkways, restaurant & café facilities.
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Thursday 29th August 2013
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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 £9,500 on this tour in the past 8 years – Thank you all for your generous support! ALL MONEY TAKEN will go to Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Saturday 31st August 2013
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‘GHOST’ – The Musical at the Bristol Hippodrome
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Following the enormous success in London’s West End, Ghost is now on a national tour. Based on the phenomenal Oscar-winning movie, it is a timeless fantasy about the power of love. Stalls & Grand Circle seats for the 2.30pm matinee. Free time in Bristol beforehand.
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Saturday 7th September 2013
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‘THE CHELTENHAM FRYER’ – Steam Train - Fish and Chip Special
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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Steam Train departs from Toddington Station at 7.00pm and returns there by 9.30pm. We travel through the Cotswold countryside to Cheltenham Racecourse and back. Includes reserved seats & portion of Fish and Chips.
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Sunday 15th September 2013
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BLACK COUNTRY LIVING MUSEUM, Dudley
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A great day out in the West Midlands. A canalside industrial village has been reconstructed in 26 acres, with over 50 authentic shops, houses and workshops complete with costumed characters. Ride on a tram, go down a mine, visit a schoolroom or a real ‘spit & sawdust’ inn.
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Thursday 19th September 2013
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ISLE of WIGHT CIRCULAR TOUR
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Full day tour of the Island, including ferries. Out – Portsmouth to Fishbourne (35 mins) Return – Yarmouth to Lymington (30 mins). During the day we will visit the picturesque thatched village of Godshill, Isle of Wight Pearl and Alum Bay/Needles (entrances extra).
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Saturday 21th September 2013
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BUCKINGHAM PALACE – The Queen’s Coronation 1953 Special Exhibition
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The State Rooms are the very heart of the Palace and provide the setting for this very special exhibition – The Queen’s Coronation 1953, an array of dress, uniform & robes worn by the royal party, as well as many other objects from that historic day. Free time in London after.
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Tuesday 24th September 2013
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HATTON SHOPPING VILLAGE & WARWICKSHIRE TOUR
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Day tour of the beautiful countryside of Warwickshire. Our extended lunchtime stop will be in Hatton Shopping Village, an array of independent shops housed in old Victorian farm buildings. There are restaurants, clothes, antique, toy, gift, candle, jewellery and craft shops.
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Sunday 29th September 2013
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VINTAGE TOUR with Sunday Lunch/Entertainment at Littlecote House
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Short tour on our Vintage Bedford Coach. Travel over the Marlborough Downs to Littlecote House near Hungerford, now a luxury Warners Hotel. Includes 2 course lunch, self-guided tour of part of the old house, afternoon entertainment & time to relax before return.
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Child £Sorry - No Children
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Sunday 6th October 2013
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WYE VALLEY & THE FOREST of DEAN TOUR
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A full day scenic autumn tints excursion. We travel through the beautiful Wye Valley with its amazing autumn colours and tree lined banks, before heading to the historic Forest of Dean. We will make regular stops for refreshment and at places of interest.
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Saturday 12th October 2013
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‘EVITA’ – Starring Marti Pellow (Wet Wet Wet) at the Bristol Hippodrome
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Featuring some of the most famous and inspiring stage music ever by Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber. ‘Don’t Cry For Me Argentina’, ‘Oh What a Circus’ and ‘Another Suitcase in Another Hall’’. Premium stalls seats - 2.30pm matinee. Free time in Bristol beforehand.
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Thursday 17th October 2013
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THE OLDE TYME PLAYERS - ‘MAGIC of the MUSICALS’ – Lunch & Tea
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A spectacular two hour colourful afternoon Music Hall stage show with Singing and Dancing from the musicals. Takes place at the Bashley Holiday Centre, Hampshire. Includes Roast Beef followed by Apple Crumble & Custard plus a Cream Tea during the interval.
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Saturday 19th October 2013
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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 centre of the city and has some excellent shops and eating venues.
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Tuesday 29th October 2013
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CITY of BATH
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Day excursion to the World Heritage City of Bath with time to visit the famous sights or do a little shopping. The new Southgate shopping Centre is now fully open, with a large Debenhams and many other well-known stores. There is a good choice of restaurants.
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Thursday 31st October 2013
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LONDON MUSEUMS – Natural History, Science and Victoria & Albert
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You can choose on the day which of the above South Kensington museums you visit. Entry to all of them is FREE! If you wish to visit one of the special exhibitions, it may have an entrance fee that will be payable on the day. A great Half Term day out for the kids.
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Friday 8th November 2013
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WESTON-super-MARE – ILLUMINATED CARNIVAL
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A spectacle of light, music & colour! Somerset’s Illuminated Carnivals are world famous and have commemorated Guy Fawkes for over 140 years. This is said to be the largest of them all with over 100 floats. Spare time in Weston before the parade. Don’t forget your camera.
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Tuesday 12th November 2013
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MILLETS FARM CENTRE – Farm Shop, Garden Centre & Restaurants
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Short tour to Millets Farm Centre, near Abingdon. Something for everyone and to suit all tastes. At Millets there is a Farm Shop with Butchery, Bakery, Fishmonger & Delicatessen. Frosts Garden Centre has an excellent range of goods and there is a choice of restaurants.
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Saturday 16th November 2013
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CARDIFF – Christmas Shopping or Sightseeing
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Cardiff has three excellent Shopping Centres, all situated right in the city centre. All the major stores are represented, as well as many interesting individual shops. You could also visit the central Castle or hop on a City Sightseeing bus to the Cardiff Bay development.
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Thursday 21th November 2013
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DEVIZES on Market Day
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Tour to Devizes, with an extended stop (approx 2 hours), with time to visit the weekly market and to browse its unique and individual shops, restaurants and cafes. On this short day tour we take you via one route and return via a different route.
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Friday 29th November 2013
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VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS FAYRE, WORCESTER
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The Midlands’ most prestigious Victorian themed Street Fayre. Hundreds of stalls fill the atmospheric streets and Worcester’ historic heart with the colours, sounds and scents of Christmas. Street Entertainment and numerous eating venues. A great day out for everyone.
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Sunday 1st December 2013
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BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL TATTOO - National Indoor Arena
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Good seats at the 2pm performance for this famous Military Tattoo. Experience the world’s finest military bands & spectacular displays as they perform a 3 hour show that will have your toes tapping. The NIA is in Birmingham, so we have some free time beforehand for lunch.
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Tuesday 3rd December 2013
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FESTIVE COTSWOLD TOUR & Chipping Campden Christmas Tree Festival
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Festive tour in our suitably decorated coach. Carols will be played and there may be a mince pie or two. We visit the market town of Chipping Campden, where there is time to visit St James’ Church for the annual Christmas Tree Festival. Includes Tree Festival donation (£2).
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Tuesday 10th December 2013
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CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT - Salisbury Cathedral
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Best seats (£14) for the afternoon (2.00pm) Christmas Carol Concert in Salisbury Cathedral. Includes: Coach, Cathedral donation, glass of mulled wine & mince pie with a little free time in Salisbury beforehand to visit the excellent Tuesday Market or enjoy a leisurely lunch.
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Saturday 14th December 2013
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A FULL DAY IN LONDON – Christmas Shopping or Sightseeing
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A whole day in our capital city, with ample time for Christmas shopping, exploring the many exiting museums or taking in some of the famous sights at your leisure. You could even enjoy a West End matinee show by purchasing your tickets in advance or on the day.
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