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2015 Travel Brochure
Spring-Summer Edition
Your Local UK Coach Tour Company offering:
 Low Cost Day-Trips
 Local Departure Points
Easy Payments - Deposit Scheme Available on Advance Bookings
Group Discounts
Day-Trip Departure Points & Times
Please note that our times are subject to amendment based on confirmed
bookings – where we do not need to call at all departure points we amend our
times to make them more suitable for our customers travelling with us. Any
alteration of these guidance times will be advised prior to departure.
A
B
C
D
E
X
Pats Coaches, Southsea
08:00
*
09:10
16:00
16:25
Penycae
08:15
09:20
09:25
16:10
16:40
Rhosllanerchrugog
08:20
09:15
09:30
16:15
16:45
Johnstown
08:25
09:10
09:35
16:20
16:50
Rhostyllen
08:30
09:05
09:40
16:25
16:55
Wrexham High St
08:35
08:55
09:45
16:30
17:00
Wrexham Bus Station
08:40
08:50
09:50
16:35
17:05
Gwersyllt
08:45
08:45
09:55
16:40
17:10
Llay
08:50
08:40
10:00
16:45
17:15
Hope Motors
*
*
10:15
*
*
Buckley
*
*
N/A
*
*
Mold
*
*
N/A
*
*
Deeside
*
*
N/A
*
*
Chester
09:15
08:15
N/A
17:15
17:45
Cheshire Oaks
09:30
08:00
N/A
17:30
18:00
Specials – Times will be subject to Route, Destination / Attraction Opening Times.
Please be available at your chosen departure point approximately 10 – 15 mins prior to
your advised departure time. If you require assistance on the steps, with wheelchairs,
strollers or pushchairs please advise our Travel Shop at time of booking so we can ensure
the driver is aware that they will need to provide assistance.
Departure Point
The following departure points and points marked as * are subject to request –
please note that these will not necessarily be available on all routes:
Runcorn, Warrington, Birkenhead, Nantwich, Crewe, Chirk, Acrefair
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Date
Destination
Adult
Child
Route
Admission / Show Ticket Included at all attractions unless otherwise stated.
For more details and pricing for each Day-Trip please refer to the relevant section in this guide.
June
Sat 6th
York Food Festival
£15
£12
A
Sun 7th
Access All Eirias – The Vamps plus
Supporting Acts
£55
£55
X
Sat 13th
Liverpool Shopper
£12
£8
A
Sun 14th
Cholmondeley Pageant of Power
£40
£15
X
Weds 17th
Bury Market
£12
£8
A
Sat 20th
Woodvale Rally (Southport)
£20
£15
A
Sat 20th
Southport Seaside Saver
£12
£8
A
Sat 27th
Boyzone Live at Telford Town Park
£60
£45
X
Sun 28th
Trafford Centre Shopper
£12
£8
A
July
Thurs 2nd
Jersey Boys – Liverpool Empire
£50 - ALL SEATS
E
Sat 4th
Bury Market
£12
A
Sat 11th
Mamma Mia River Cruise Party Night –
Shrewsbury
Sat 18th
Liverpool Shopper
Thurs 23rd
– Fri 24th
HOLIDAYS: 2 Days (1 Night) – Legoland &
Harry Potter
Fri 24th
£8
£35 - ADULTS ONLY
X
£12
£8
A
FROM
£150
FROM
£120
*
RHS Flower Show – Tatton Park
£36
£15
A
Sat 25th
Blue Planet Aquarium & Cheshire Oaks
£26
£19
C
Sat 25th
Cheshire Oaks
£12
£8
C
Mon 27th
York: National Railway Museum – Playing
Trains
£15
£12
A
£38
£33
A
£15
£12
A
£55
£48
B
August
Sat 1st
Sat 1st
Wed 5th
Schools out for Summer: Blackpool
Option 1: Inc. Pleasure Beach
Schools out for Summer: Blackpool
Option 2: Seaside Saver
Schools out for Summer: Alton Towers
3
Date
Destination
Adult
Child
Route
FROM
£240
FROM
£175
*
August
Fri 7th –
Mon 10th
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – Torquay,
Devon
Sat 8th
Bury Market
£12
£8
A
Sun 9th
WW2 Homefront Event at Crich Tramway
Village
£26
£20
A
Mon 10th
Gullivers World
£23
£20
A
Welsh Summer Seaside Days: A Day at
Barmouth (return via Betws-Y-Coed & the
Rhug Estate Farm Shop)
£16
£14
B
Wed 12th
Coronation Street the Tour (followed by
Trafford Centre)
£30
£25
A
Wed 12th
Trafford Centre Shopper
£12
£8
A
Thurs 13th
Welsh Summer Seaside Days: A Day at
Llandudno (inc. Tweedmill)
£15
£10
A
Sat 15th
Schools out for Summer: Diggerland
£30
Sat 15th
Shrewsbury Flower Show
£36
£15
B
Tues 18th
Schools out for Summer: Alton Towers
£55
£48
B
Wed 19th
Skipton Market & Oswaldtwistle Mills
£15
£10
A
Fri 21st
Southport Flower Show
£36
£15
A
Fri 21st
Southport Seaside Saver
£16
£14
A
Sat 22nd
Stobart Fest at Carlisle Airport
FROM
X
Sun 23rd
Schools out for Summer: Drayton Manor
Sun 23rd
Nightingale House Hospice 20th Anniversary –
Gresford 12noon – 5pm – Shuttle Bus Service
Tues 25th
Cadbury World
£30
£25
B
Thurs 27th
Blue Planet Aquarium & Cheshire Oaks
£26
£19
C
Thurs 27th
Cheshire Oaks
£12
£8
C
Sat 29th
Dreamboats & Miniskirts – Liverpool Empire
£50 - ALL SEATS
E
Tues
11th
FROM
£20
£36
FROM
£10
£17.50
FROM
£17.50
A
B
WREXHAM SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE
September
Sat 5th –
Sun 6th
2 Day Special – London Theatre & Shopping:
Wicked
£165
£145
*
Sat 12th
Bury Market
£12
£8
A
4
Date
Destination
Adult
Child
Route
£12
£8
A
FROM
£200
FROM
£125
*
September
Sun 13th
Trafford Centre
Fri 18th –
Mon 21st
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – Paignton,
Devon
Sat 19th
Truckfest North West
£25
£18
A
Sat 19th
Harrogate Autumn Flower Show
£36
£15
A
Sat 19th
Harrogate Shopper
£17
£12
A
Sun 20th
Land Rover Owner International Show
£35
£25
B
Mon 21st –
Fri 25th
HOLIDAYS: 5 Days (4 Nights) – York
FROM
£270
FROM
£175
*
Sun 27th
Malvern Autumn Show
£36
£15
B
October
Fri 2nd –
Sat 3rd
2 Day Special – London Theatre & Shopping:
The Lion King
£165
£145
*
Sat 3rd
Bury Market
£12
£8
A
Sat 10th
Coronation Street the Tour (followed by
Trafford Centre)
£30
£25
A
Sat 10th
Trafford Centre Shopper
£12
£8
A
Sat 17th
Disney on Ice: Worlds of Enchantment –
Manchester Arena
£38 ALL
SEATS
£15 UNDER 2
D
Sun 18th
Hello Kitty Live – Palace Theatre, Manchester
£24
£18
D
Sat 24th –
Sun 25th
HOLIDAYS: 2 Days (1 Night) – Legoland &
Harry Potter
FROM
£130
FROM
£105
*
Sat 24th
Blackpool & The Illuminations
£15
£12
A
Sun 25th
The Carole Nash Restoration Show
£28
£16
B
Mon 26th
Alton Towers
£55
£48
B
Tues 27th
Cadbury World
£30
£25
B
Wed 28th
Drayton Manor
£36
FROM
£17.50
B
Thurs 29th
Gullivers World
£23
£20
A
Fri 30th
York & York Castle Prison (Museum)
£22
£18
A
Fri 30th –
Mon 2nd
Nov
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) - Blackpool
FROM
£225
FROM
£150
*
5
YRS OLD*
Date
Destination
Adult
Child
Route
FROM
£195
FROM
£125
*
£30
£25
B
October
Fri 30th –
Mon 2nd
Nov
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – Paignton,
Devon
Sat 31st
Warwick Castle Inc. Castle Dungeons
November
Mon 2nd –
Fri 6th
HOLIDAYS: 5 Days (4 Nights) –
Bournemouth
FROM
£230
FROM
£150
*
Tues 3rd –
Thurs 5th
HOLIDAYS: 3 Days (2 Nights) – Cardiff
FROM
£150
FROM £65
*
Sat 7th
Blackpool & The Illuminations
£15
£12
A
Fri 13th
Let It Be – Royal Court, Liverpool
£40 - ALL SEATS
E
Mon 23rd –
Fri 27th
HOLIDAYS: 5 Days (4 Nights) - Blackpool
FROM
£215
FROM
£145
*
Fri 27th
How Now Mrs. Brown Cow – Liverpool Echo
£68.50 - ALL SEATS
E
Sat 28th
Shrek the Musical – Liverpool Empire
£55 - ALL SEATS
E
Sun 29th
Cadbury World
£30
£25
B
FROM
£195
FROM £80
*
£18
£12
A
FROM
£220
FROM
£130
*
£25
£18
B
December
Fri 4th –
Mon 7th
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – Cardiff
Tues 8th
Arley Hall Christmas Floral Show
Weds 9th –
Fri 12th
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – London:
Christmas Markets & City Shopping
Sun 13th
Christmas at Blists Hill Victorian Town,
Ironbridge
Fri 18th –
Mon 21st
HOLIDAYS: 4 Days (3 Nights) – York
FROM
£210
FROM
£135
*
Fri 18th –
Weds 23rd
HOLIDAYS: 6 Days (5 Nights) – Torquay,
Devon
FROM
£250
FROM
£165
*
Sun 20th
Cadbury World
£30
£25
B
Sun 27th –
Mon 28th
2 Day Special – London Show & Shopping:
Disney on Ice: Worlds of Enchantment at The
O2 Arena
£140
£120
*
6
Date
Destination
Adult
Child
Route
2016
Sat 30th Jan
Priscilla Queen of the Desert – Liverpool
Empire
£60 - ALL SEATS
E
Sat 16th
Feb
The Rocky Horror Show – Liverpool Empire
£55 - ALL SEATS
E
Arley Hall Christmas Floral Extravaganza:
“The Magic of Christmas comes alive
with the scent and spectacle of fresh flowers in breath-taking floral decorations around the
historic Hall. With traditional floral arrangements, The Hall is bedecked with outstanding flowers
and foliage. Wander through the oak panelled state rooms and intimate drawing room with a
magnificent oak staircase leading to the south bay bedroom and other rooms. With log fires
burning and opulent colours, scents and sights you will not be disappointed.”
13yrs+: £18
5-12yrs: £12
0-4yrs: £7.50
Blackpool: Whether it’s all the fun of the fair
with theme park thrills or the iconic seafront with
its regenerated promenade, tramway piers,
illuminations and beach – and not to forget the
famous Blackpool Tower – Blackpool has
everything you need for the perfect day out.
Savers / Illuminations
16yrs+: £15
3-15yrs: £12
0-2yrs: £7.50
Pleasure Beach
12yrs+: £38 2-11yrs: £33
0-1yrs: £7.50 Non-Riders (2yrs+): £25
Blue Planet Aquarium & Cheshire Oaks: We spend the morning in Blue Planet
Aquarium - Home to over 100 living displays including Europe’s largest collection of sharks,
Blue Planet Aquarium offers a whole world of underwater discovery. We then move to spend the
afternoon in Cheshire Oaks. Cheshire Oaks was the first and remains the UK’s largest Designer
Outlet.
Blue Planet &
Cheshire
Oaks
16-59yrs: £26
60yrs+: £24
3-15yrs: £19
0-2yrs: £8
Cheshire
Oaks Only
16-59yrs: £12
60yrs+: £12
3-15yrs: £8
0-2yrs: £5
Bury Market: Why not join Links Tours and Travel on our trip to
Bury’s World Famous Market. Recently winning the award of Best
Market Attraction 2015 this popular shopping destination in the North of
England has thousands of visitors flock here each week for a wide array
of produce.
“Some of the freshest produce in the North West can be found here;
including locally grown vegetables brought to market by the farmer
himself, award winning meats, hand raised pies, and freshly made soups.”
The best days to visit Bury Market are Wednesday’s and Saturday’s when
all markets are open - the Indoor Market, the Open Markets and the Fish and
Meat Market.
16yrs +: £12
3-15yrs: £8
0-2yrs: £5
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Cadbury World: "Uncover a world of chocolate delights
and enjoy a fascinating, fun-packed day out at Cadbury
World!" Travel 1000 years back in time through the Aztec
Jungle, then Journey To Europe, visit the full-scale replica of
the original street where the very first Cadbury products were
sold in 1824 whilst you follow the Cadbury Story… and much
more!
16yrs+: £30
3-15yrs: £25
0-2yrs: £15
Christmas at Blists Hill Victorian Town, Ironbridge: “This Christmas join the
residents at Blists Hill Victorian Town as they get in to the festive spirit and enjoy a magical day
out with your family and friends.
As you wander around the Town you will experience the atmosphere of a bygone era and be
treated to an array of traditional celebrations from the 1800s. In the cosy cottages listen to
stories of life more than 100 years ago, enjoy seasonal music from bands and choirs alongside
fabulously festive entertainment from our group of actors. And, of course, there’ll be chance to
do some Christmas present shopping in the Town’s shops.”
18yrs+: £25
5-17yrs: £18
0-4yrs: £14
Coronation Street The Tour: “Take a tour behind the
scenes of the world famous Quay Street set. Studio guides will
share fascinating facts and stories from over fifty years of filming at
the site, before the production moved to its new home at
MediaCityUK”
Our day-trip begins at the Coronation Street The Tour. Afterwards
you will have time to wander around the gift-shop before we head
for an afternoon at the Trafford Centre.
17-64yrs: £30
65yrs+: £26
5-16yrs: £25
0-4yrs: £8
Crich Tramway Village: Nestling on the edge of
the Peak District this award-winning museum takes you on
a mile-long scenic journey through a period street to open
countryside with panoramic views over the Derwent
Valley. Enjoy unlimited vintage tram rides, and explore
30,000 sq ft of indoor attractions. The Exhibition Hall
houses the largest collection of vintage electric trams in
Britain.
WW2 Homefront Event: You can expect air-raid warnings and the
sound of low flying aircraft and you will need your identity card for a real taste of life on the home front during the
Second World War. Policemen and members of the Home Guard will be patrolling the period streets and visitors
must always be ready to show their identity card or risk being arrested as a spy! Beware the spivs selling black
market goods and watch out for unexploded bombs. However the trusty ARP will be on hand to deal with any
incidents including the incendiary bombs.
4 – 15yrs: £20
0 – 3yrs: £14
16-59yrs: £26
60yrs +: £24
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Harrogate Flower Shows: Join us
as we head North for what is widely
regarded as the "UK's biggest and most
prestigious independent gardening events."
Readers of Which?Gardening rank this as
the best gardening event and promises the
perfect day out for all garden lovers.
16yrs +: £36
3-15yrs: £15
0-2yrs: £8
Harrogate Shopper: The vibrant town of
Harrogate is full of things to see and do famous for its horticulture, historic buildings,
stunning scenery and natural springs, making it
the perfect place to sightsee without spending
a penny. Whether you are searching for the
best restaurants, somewhere to soak up a little
of the local culture or looking to indulge in a
little (or a lot of) retail therapy, Harrogate has
something for everyone.
And don’t forget to try the very popular Betty’s Café Tea Room, one of the best spots in town to
enjoy the beauty of the town’s surroundings.
16yrs +: £17
3-15yrs: £12
0-2yrs: £7
Liverpool Shopper: “If you love shopping,
you’ll fit in well here; Liverpudlians like to look
good and set trends. Shoppers are spoilt for
choice between gleaming new city-centre
shopping centres, boutique arcades, bohemian
streets and farmers markets.
Liverpool ONE, right in the heart of the city, is
the huge open-air shopping district that is home
to more than 160 famous high street and
designer names, including the only Beauty
Bazaar Harvey Nichols in the country.
The exclusive Metquarter is the place to find select fashion and beauty outlets such as Gieves &
Hawkes, Hugo Boss, MAC and Armani Exchange.
Don’t miss the ultra-fashionable Cavern Walks, home to the Vivienne Westwood store and famed
designer boutique Cricket.”
16yrs+: £12
3-15yrs: £8
0-2yrs: £5
Mamma Mia River Cruise Party Night –
Shrewsbury – Saturday 11th July
£35 – Adults Only
Ready your flares and
frilled shirts for our 70s
disco cruise! 3 hour
cruise with hits from the
70s. Boogie on our dance
floor or just sing along
and enjoy the views on
our top deck. Fancy
dress encouraged with a
prize for best dressed.
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Malvern Autumn Show: “The Malvern Autumn Show is a true celebration of food, the
countryside, gardening and nostalgia. After a long year there’s nothing better than enjoying the
fruits of the wonderful season. A Show for food and gardening lovers, the event hosts a range of
cookery demonstrations, gardening talks, vegetable displays, vintage tractors, crafts and more.
Families and friends can enjoy a day out to remember.”
16yrs +: £36
3-15yrs: £15
0-2yrs: £8
Nightingale House Hospice 20th Anniversary – Day at the Track
Sunday 23rd August
12noon – 5pm at The Pant Yr Ochain, Gresford
Come and experience the journey of a lifetime behind a real steam locomotive! Stalls, Raffle,
Refreshments & Fun for all the Family! Raise money for the 20th Anniversary of Nightingale
House Hospice with this lovely family day out. A shuttle bus service will run from Wrexham Town
Centre to The Pant Yr Ochain to make this event more accessible for families without cars or
even just family groups wanting a day out. Simply make a donation to the charity in exchange for
your travel pass.
RHS Flower Show – Tatton Park: “Set in magnificent parklands, the RHS Flower
Show Tatton Park is a celebration of the best in gardening with a vibrant carnival atmosphere. A
spectacular day out, not just for plant lovers, but for friends and family too.”
16yrs +: £36
3-15yrs: £15
0-2yrs: £8
The Flower Show features, T.V.
personalities, celebrity Chefs, singers and
spectacular arena acts entertain the
crowds for 12 hours on each day of the show,
ending with a magnificent firework display.
16yrs +: £36
3-15yrs: £15
0-2yrs: £8
Skipton Market & Oswaldtwistle Mills: Skipton is an attractive market town just
outside the Yorkshire Dales National Park boundary. Priding itself on being 'The Gateway to the
Dales' with its busy colourful market 4 days a week, pubs and eating places it is a beautiful and
unique area. At Oswaldtwistle Mills of Skipton you will find quality household textiles at
reasonable prices.
16yrs+: £15
3-15yrs: £10
0-2yrs: £7
Southport Flower Show: “THE THEME IS CHINA. Located in Victoria Park and within
easy walking distance of the town centre, the event will feature stunning show gardens, the
finest flower and vegetable displays, specialist foods and books, celebrity guests and much
more. This is the UK’s largest independent flower show and a great day out.”
0-2yrs: £8
16yrs +: £36
3-15yrs: £15
Southport Seaside Savers
Southport is an ideal escape from the hustle and the bustle – boasting beautiful beaches and
stunning natural beauty. With one of the oldest piers in the UK stretching proudly across
Southport beach, a walk to the end has views that will take your breath away.
16yrs+: £12
3-15yrs: £8
0-2yrs: £5
10
Trafford Centre
“From high street favourites to exclusive designer brands, intu Trafford Centre is a shopping
experience to rival London’s Oxford Street. With a choice of eateries from around the world and
leisure venues such as Laser Quest, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and SEA LIFE, there’s
something to suit groups of all ages.”
Warwick Castle Including Castle Dungeons
“An amazing castle with lots to see and do for the whole family! The history is brought to life
through shows and displays and the dungeons are worth a visit too. Highly recommended!”
12-59yrs: £30
60yrs+: £25
4-11yrs: £25
0-3yrs: £15
Welsh Summer Seaside Days: A Day at Barmouth (return via Betws-YCoed & the Rhug Estate Farm Shop)
16yrs +: £16
3-15yrs: £14
Barmouth: “The beach is large and perfect for
sunbathing and games and surfers can often be seen
depending on the swells and time of year. Kids love the
beach yet its size means those wanting to get away and
relax in peace and quiet can do so easily. It also has a
large range of shops, pubs, hotels and other
accommodation, a funfair from March to October and
amusement arcades.” Our day-trip begins with a
morning in Barmouth. We depart mid-afternoon for a
scenic journey back calling at Betws-Y-Coed and the
Rhug Estate Farm Shop.
0-2yrs: £10
Welsh Summer Seaside Days: A Day at Llandudno
(including Tweedmill)
“Llandudno’s appearance is down to the fact that, unlike most other resorts, it has remained
largely unchanged for over a century. There’s a pier (the longest in Wales) and Punch and Judy,
donkey rides on the beach and canopied shopping streets just behind the prom. Put simply, the
undisputed ‘Queen’ of the Welsh resorts retains its period dignity.”
16yrs+: £15
3-15yrs: £10
0-2yrs: £8
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York Food Festival: From the 6-7th June, York’s Parliament Square and St. Sampson’s
Square will become the venue for all kinds of food and drink-related activities and events, from
music and demonstrations to markets and tastings, for this taster event.
16yrs +: £15
3-15yrs: £12
0-2yrs: £10
York: National Railway Museum – Playing
Trains: Rich in ancient history, romantic ambience and fun
activities, York is perfect for couples, families and groups.
Renowned for its exquisite architecture, tangle of quaint
cobbled streets, iconic York Minster and wealth of visitor
attractions. The National Railway Museum exhibition explores
the childhood fascination with trains - Full of amazing railway
toys and models of different shapes and sizes, this colourful
exhibition is perfect for nostalgic big kids and energetic little
spotters alike.
16yrs+: £15
3-15yrs: £12
0-2yrs: £11
York & York Castle Prison (Museum):
This daytrip includes free time in York as well as a visit to the York
Castle Prison exhibit at York Castle Museum. “York Castle
has been a site of justice and incarceration for almost 1,000
years. William the Conqueror built the first castle here in
1068 as a base to control the North of England – and we
know from written references that it had a prison.
The Castle is still a seat of justice today; the 18th century
Courthouse is now York Crown Court. It still has holding
cells and people accused of serious crimes are still tried
there, as they have been for almost 1,000 years!”
16-59yrs: £22
60yrs+: £20
3-15yrs: £18
12
0-2yrs: £11
Access All Eirias: The Vamps plus Supporting Acts: The Vamps have scored a
multi-Platinum debut album, sold over 2 million singles, had five Top 10 singles in the UK, won
multiple Awards (including 3 at the Radio 1 Teen Awards), graced the covers of some of the
biggest magazines, played many sold out
shows and tours, caused pandemonium
everywhere they visited, and that’s just
getting started.
NOW you can see them with Links Tours
and Travel at Access All Eirias in Colwyn
Bay! SUPPORT ACTS CONFIRMED!
FOXES, Only Boys Aloud and Joe Woolford
£55 per Person (All Ages)
 No babes in arms
Boyzone – Live at Telford: “Irish Pop sensations
Boyzone are set to play a headline show at the QEII Fields In
Trust Town Park Arena, Telford on Saturday June 27 2015.
Ronan Said "We love the chance to play outdoors through the
summer so I'm looking forward to a great night in Telford”.
Shane added “The crowd in the Midlands are always superb. It
will be like ‘Coming Home’!” ”
Adult: £60
Senior: £50
Child: £45
Disney on Ice: Worlds of Enchantment – Manchester Arena: “Enter the
dazzling world of Disney magic, live on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favourite
Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment. Thrill to high-speed stunts as
Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney Pixar's Cars race across the ice like you’ve
never seen before! Dive into adventure with Ariel and The Little Mermaid's undersea kingdom.
The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy
Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their
most daring adventure ever!
Plus, enter the wintery world of Arendelle with sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff
from Disney’s Frozen, as they learn that true love comes from within. From wheels to waves, icy
wonderlands to infinity and beyond, your family's favourite Disney moments come to life at
Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment.”
All Seats: £38
Under 2yrs: £15 (When sitting on a parents lap in the Arena)
Dreamboats & Miniskirts: “The sequel to
Dreamboats and Petticoats - What happened to ‘Bobby
& Laura’ and ‘Norman & Sue’…?
It’s 1963, and the world is changing. Bobby and
Laura’s single Dreamboats and Petticoats has not
taken off. Norman and Sue have settled down to nonmarital bliss – and a baby! But Ray and Donna seem
blissfully happy…
The advent of the Beatles and the Merseyside sound is inspirational.
But will it inspire Bobby and Laura to have one more shot at stardom – Norman to “get off the
drains” and find that singing voice he has longed for, and Ray to realise his ambition and
manage a really top pop act!?
All will be revealed in a follow up with the same wit, charm, and great songs as Dreamboats and
Petticoats. Many of the songs are from the next period in pop history…”
£50 all seats
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Hello Kitty Live - Fashion and Friends – Palace Theatre, Manchester:
“Hello Kitty Live - Fashion and Friends gives fans of all ages the first ever opportunity to
physically enter the world of Hello Kitty as she takes to the stage live and in 3D for this World
Premiere, the latest development in the continuing evolution of this global super brand.
A ‘Pop Show’ in the truest sense, the soundtrack features high calibre artists including Charlie
XCX, Bruno Mars, Kylie Minogue, Echosmith, Clean Bandit, Flo Rida and many more.
See Hello Kitty like you’ve never seen her before as this fashion icon welcomes audiences into
her world in a story that highlights the value of friendship, creativity, respect for nature and a
love of learning.”
16yrs+: £24
3-15yrs: £18
0-2yrs: £11
How Now Mrs. Brown Cow – Liverpool
Echo: LIVE AT LIVERPOOL’S ECHO ARENA: 7:30pm
Performance:
“Following the release of D’Movie the Award Winning
Mrs Brown’s Boys will be returning to Echo Arena with
their new show ‘How Now Mrs Brown Cow’.
If you haven’t experienced Mrs Brown’s Boys live, this
new tour is set to be one of the hottest tickets for 2015
and is not to be missed.
‘How Now Mrs Brown Cow’ is part of the hilarious
series written by and starring Brendan O’Carroll.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult - Contains adult humour”
£68.50 All Seats
Jersey Boys – Liverpool Empire: “Jersey
Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the
wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs,
invented their own unique sound, and sold 175 million
records worldwide. Featuring hit after legendary hit
including Beggin’, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Oh
What a Night, Sherry, Walk Like a Man, Bye Baby, Big
Girls Don't Cry and many more, Jersey Boys is a story
full of heart, humour and ‘sheer musical razzmatazz’
(The Sunday Express) you simply will never forget.
May be inappropriate for ages 12 and under due to strong language. Jersey Boys contains
authentic New Jersey language.”
£50 All Seats
Let It Be – Royal Court Theatre,
Liverpool: “Direct from London's West End
and Broadway the international hit show comes
to Liverpool with a limited engagement starting
in October 2015.
Packed with over forty of The Beatles' songs,
including: Hard Day's Night, Day Tripper, Sgt
Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Twist and
Shout, Get Back, I Wanna Hold Your Hand and
Strawberry Fields, the show will play for 'one
night only' in most cities.
£40 All Seats
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Priscilla Queen of the Desert – Liverpool Empire: “Based on the smash-hit
movie, the feel-good international hit sensation Priscilla is the heart-warming, uplifting
adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship
and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed of. With a dazzling array of
outrageous costumes and a hit parade of dancefloor classics including It’s Raining Men, I Will
Survive, Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and I Love
The Nightlife, rush to get your tickets today for this wildly fresh and funny hit musical that will
take you on a journey to the heart of fabulous!”
£60 All Seats
Shrek the Musical – Liverpool Empire:
“Direct from the West End and larger than life!
Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation
film, Shrek the Musical is this year’s must-see show
for all the family.
Join our unlikely hero and his loyal steed Donkey as
they embark on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if
slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from a fire
breathing, love-sick dragon. Add the diminutive Lord
Farquaad, a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit
with attitude, and you’ve got the biggest, brightest musical comedy around!
Featuring all new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer, Shrek the Musical brings all
the much-loved DreamWorks characters to life, live on stage, in an all-singing, all-dancing
extravaganza. Join the adventure.” Recommended for ages 5+
£55 All Seats
The Rocky Horror Show –
Liverpool Empire: “Follow squeaky
clean sweethearts Brad and Janet on an
adventure they'll never forget, with the
scandalous Frank 'n' Furter, rippling Rocky
and vivacious Magenta. Get ready for a night
of fun, frolics and frivolity in this thrilling
production of Richard O'Brien's classic
original script! Bursting at the seams with
timeless classics, including Sweet
Transvestite, Damn It Janet and of course,
the pelvic thrusting Time Warp, Richard
O'Brien's Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party! Ready to thrill you with its frothy fun and
naughty moments, this is the boldest bash of them all, so sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest
ride of your life! Don't dream it, be it! It's a guaranteed party!
Be warned, this show has rude parts!”
£55 All Seats
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16
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Alton Towers: Alton Towers has been
added to our Day-Trips Programme! So
calling all you thrill-seekers why not join us on
our coach day-trip? Also, for the younger at
heart there is CBeebies Land - so something
for everyone.
13-59yrs: £55
60yrs +: £40
4-12yrs: £48
0 – 3yrs: £15
Drayton Manor: Create memories for the whole
family when you join Links Tours & Travel on our HalfTerm / Summer Hols Day-Trips to Drayton Manor!
With a theme park full of fun-filled rides, indoor and
outdoor play areas and attractions, Thomas Land AND
home to over 100 Animals Drayton Manor Zoo - you just
can’t go wrong!
4yrs+: £36
2-3yrs: £22.50
0-1yrs: £17.50
Diggerland!: “Diggerland is the Ultimate Adventure
Theme Park experience where children and adults can
ride, drive and operate REAL full size construction
machinery. Located in Yorkshire, it is the perfect place
to go for an action packed day out.
Fun for all ages, Diggerland has an array of activities
and is the ideal theme park for small to large groups
looking for something fun and highly unique. For the
ultimate adrenaline rush take a ride on Spindizzy. Test
your driving skills on the Dumper trucks. Want some
real JCB experience? Try out your excavating skills
with a 6 tonne Digger, drive a monster JCB 3CX, or take
five and enjoy the views 50ft in the air from the Sky Shuttle.”
Over 90cms: £30
Under 90cms: £10
Gullivers World, Warrington: “With over
80 rides, attractions and shows to see each day,
Gullivers World guarantees you one of the best
kids’ days out in the UK.
Gullivers World is the perfect theme park for
children. We’re a family-run park, and specially
designed for families with children aged between 2 and 13 years of age. Our age-appropriate
rides and attractions undoubtedly make Gullivers one of the best days out for toddlers and older
children in the North West. Older kids will love the excitement of the dodgems, log flumes and
tree-tops swings; while the younger ones can play around in the Clown School!
Families are welcome to bring along their own picnics.”
16yrs+: £23
2-15yrs: £20
Under 90cms: £10
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Cholmondeley Pageant of Power: “The Cholmondeley Pageant of Power is back for its
eighth year and returns to its roots by celebrating “Power” in all its forms. Track action will
include an “over 1000bhp” race and over 120 of the country’s most valuable and iconic cars and
bikes will battle it out for a place on the
podium. There will be Dragster
demonstrations together with stunts and
displays on track, and on the water. Sunday
will see the Vulcan take to the skies along
with the Red Bull Matadors. The first
concours d’elegance will celebrate
American muscle cars and 80’s poster
supercars. As Autocar’s Steve Cropley
commented “You’ll come back different!” ”
16-59yrs: £40
60yrs +: £36
4-15yrs: £15
0-3yrs: £10
North West Vehicle Restoration Trust Running Day: The North West Vehicle
Restoration Trust's ever expanding collection of vehicles ranging from cars and buses from
bygone days, the collection includes many rare vehicles, such as the immaculately restored
1949 Douglas Corporation Leyland Comet which is married to a Park Royal body and is only one
of only 3 built!
The collection also boasts a wide assortment of vehicles from the regulated past i.e. 40's 50's,
60's, 70's and also the deregulated past 80's and 90's all represented, they range from a 1956
Leyland Titan PD2 through to a 1999 Dennis Dart.
The collection also includes a growing number of buses from post deregulation services since
October 1986 including buses from the Merseybus, MTL (Merseyside Transport Limited), and
Halton Transport.
16yrs +: £15
3-15yrs: £12
0-2yrs: £10
Stobart Fest – Saturday 22nd August: A day of
family fun at the annual Stobart Fest event held once again
at Carlisle Airport. We take you there as a day-trip – watch
the spectacular shows and demonstrations, meet the
drivers, shop your heart out at the stalls. A great day out for
kids, big kids, spotters and general transport fans alike.
This year we have coaches departing from the Wrexham,
Flintshire, Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancashire, Midlands, Yorkshire
and Peterborough areas.
Coach 1:
Llay
Gwersyllt
Wrexham
Hightown
Marchwiel
Whitchurch
Nantwich
Crewe
Adult:
£20
Child:
£17.50
Coach 2:
Holywell
Flint
Mold
Buckley
Deeside
Broughton
Chester
Cheshire
Oaks
Helsby
Frodsham
Adult:
£20
Child:
£17.50
Coach 3:
Runcorn
Widnes
Warrington
Lymm
Stockport
Wigan
Coach 4:
Pontefract
Castleford
Wakefield
Dewsbury
Leeds
Coach 5:
Wolverhampton
Dudley
Birmingham
Walsall
Coach 6:
Birkenhead
Liverpool
Huyton
Kirkby
Maghull
Ormskirk
Preston
Adult:
£20
Child:
£17.50
Adult:
£25
Child:
£22.50
Adult:
£25
Child:
£22.50
Adult:
£20
Child:
£17.50
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Woodvale Rally, Southport: The official Woodvale Rally is
a display of all things flying, road, trains and
boats, growing in popularity since 1971. This year
a new selling feature has been added to Woodvale
Rally "Market Street". Three Roads of trade stalls,
attractions, craft fair, bars, entertainment & family
food marquee.
17-59yrs: £20
60yrs +: £18
6-16yrs: £15
0-5yrs: £10
Truckfest North West: “Truckfest isn't just solely for Truck enthusiasts, catering for the
whole family! Across the events there is lots of family fun in place, from an extensive fun fair
including dodgems, big wheels, ghost trains, zip wires, ride on cars, inflatable kids’ zones, go
karts, water zorbing, simulator rides, trampolines, paintballing, racing experiences and bumper
boats*.
Plus hundreds of stalls from industry based & general
trade including sweets, homewares & gifts along with
exclusive & unique stalls, wait there is still more why not
visit the high octane arena showcasing daring Monster
Trucks, Stunt Motorcycle displays to Rocking tribute acts.
Not forgetting our friends from across the Pond, the Lizard Lick Towing crew will be joining us in
2015. Ronnie and Amy will be attending each show, and Juicy and Johnny will also make an
appearance at Truckfest Peterborough also! Truckfest will have its own Lizard Lick
Merchandise stand, so fans can purchase exclusive Lizard Lick goodies at each and every
Truckfest show in 2015!”
16yrs+: £25
5-15yrs: £18
0-4yrs: £10
Land Rover Owner International Show:
“LRO promised a bigger and better Peterborough
Land Rover show for 2014, and visitors hailed it the
best yet! So, we’re really excited to announce that
we will be returning to the superb East of England
Showground this year on Saturday 19th and Sunday
20th September and hope you’ll join us.
Visitors can expect the widest range of Land Rover
clubs representing all models from early Series Is to
the latest Range Rovers. We’ll have vehicles strutting
their stuff in our popular Live Action Arena sponsored by Odyssey Battery, surrounded by the best traders from far and wide offering
everything from state of- the-art off-road equipment to elusive new-old-stock parts. We’re also
making it a real family event, with plenty of activities for kids of all ages. It's going to be one
almighty Land Rover party!”
16yrs+: £35
5-15yrs: £25
0-4yrs: £15
The Carole Nash Restoration Show: “Tom Siddall, Event Director, said: “Taking
place at Stoneleigh Park, The National Restoration Show is the biggest and best event of its kind
featuring the UK’s largest indoor autojumble, with more traders and stalls set up outside in the
showground, as well as an automart.”
It doesn’t matter if you’re about to start a restoration, looking for your next vehicle to restore or
are in the final stages of your project, you’ll find an amazing array of parts, spares and some
good honest down-to-earth advice from the experts to get your project underway or completed.
Enthusiasts looking for advice or inspiration can visit the various motoring clubs that will
display the diverse projects its members are currently working on and benefit from the clubs
knowledge of a particular marque or model. From the traditional classics to the more ‘retro’
marques, cars of all ages will have the bonnets open ready for you to explore.”
16yrs+: £28
3-15yrs: £16
0-2yrs: £12
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From £230
Per Adult
DBB
The Hotel: Ocean View Hotel – 4*
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Edwardian clifftop property with panoramic views
Smart en-suite guestrooms
Bar, outdoor swimming pool and gardens
Access to additional facilities in sister hotel
Date
Duration
Board
Basis
Adult Price
Child Price
Single
Supplement
2nd November 2015
5 Days / 4 Nights
DBB
£230
£150 (Infant: £60)
£60
Day 1:
After collecting you from your local departure point we head to our hotel in Bournemouth. On our way
down we call in at the historical and beautiful Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.
Day 2:
After breakfast we swap our cliff side Ocean View to head direct into the centre of Bournemouth. Then
we regroup to travel the short distance to the beautiful harbour side of Christchurch for the afternoon before
returning to the Hotel for our Evening Meal.
Day 3:
After breakfast we head to Compton Acres – with ten acres of Dorset’s finest privately owned historic
gardens. After our morning at these glorious gardens we journey onward for some time at leisure in Poole for the
afternoon before returning to the hotel for our Evening Meal and entertainment.
Day 4:
After breakfast it’s All Aboard and onwards to the SeaCity Museum in Southampton. Following the
museum visit the afternoon is yours to visit Southampton at leisure OR for those who would like to we can provide
copies of your choice from two walking trails – 1. The Titanic Trail or 2. The Old Town Trail – before returning to the
hotel for our Evening Meal.
Day 5:
After breakfast we bid a sad farewell to The Ocean View Hotel and return home, but not without stopping
off in Salisbury on our way back.
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The Hotel: The New President Hotel – 2*
From £215
Per Adult
DBB
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Nightly Cabaret
Use of facilities at 4**** Hilton Hotel
All rooms en-suite with shower or bath
Colour televisions in each bedroom, alarm radios, hairdryers and
tea/coffee making facilities.
Situated in an unrivalled position on the prestigious North Promenade
Tea & Coffee on arrival
Porterage on arrival and departure
Date
Duration
Board
Basis
Adult Price
Child Price
Single
Supplement
30th October 2015
23rd November 2015
4 Days / 3 Nights
5 Days / 4 Nights
DBB
DBB
£225
£215
£150 (Infant: £55)
£145 (Infant: £60)
£45
£40
Friday 30th October – Monday 2nd November 2015 –
4 Days (3 Nights):
Day 1:
After collecting you from your local departure point we stop
off in Bury before joining the East Lancs Railway for a short journey on
their Halloween themed train to Rawtenstall. Afterwards we continue
our journey to our Hotel to settle in for our Evening Meal.
Day 2:
After breakfast we have the full day at leisure in Blackpool.
We re-join at the Hotel for our Evening Meal. Why not take in some of
our optional extras and visit the “Blackpool Tower Dungeons”, “Madame
Tussauds” amongst other seasonal delights.
Day 3:
After breakfast we journey through Barrowford to Lancaster taking in the Pendle Witches Trail. After
some free time in Lancaster we join the Barton Grange Cruise for some Afternoon Tea (included in price). Afterwards
we return to the hotel for our Evening Meal and entertainment.
Day 4:
After breakfast we bid a sad farewell to The New President Hotel and return home, but not without
stopping off in Clitheroe on our way back.
Monday 23rd – Friday 27th November 2015 – 5 Days (4 Nights):
Day 1:
After collecting you from your local departure point we journey straight to our Hotel to settle in. Feel free
to take a stroll along the promenade before we regroup for our Evening Meal.
Day 2:
After breakfast we head to Fleetwood Market & Freeport and then on to Farmer Parr’s & Fylde Country
Life Museum. We then return to our hotel for our Evening Meal and Entertainment.
Day 3:
After breakfast we have the full day at leisure in Blackpool. We re-join at the Hotel for our Evening Meal.
Day 4:
After breakfast we head to Lancaster for the morning and then re-join for our excursion on the Lancaster
Cruise where you will be served an Afternoon Tea (included in price.) Afterwards we return to the hotel for our
Evening Meal and entertainment.
Day 5:
After breakfast we bid a sad farewell to The New President Hotel and return home, but not without
stopping off in Clitheroe on our way back.
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The Hotel: Queens Hotel, Paignton – 3*
Additional for 30th
October (Turkey &
Tinsel):
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Full 5 Course Candle Lit Evening Meal every evening
Tea / Coffee & Biscuits on Arrival
Cabaret Entertainment every evening
Free Porterage on arrival and departure
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Includes a "Christmas Dinner" as the evening meal on Saturday
Includes a "New Year's Eve Gala Dinner" as the evening meal on Sunday
Sparkling Drinks Reception & Canapes on First Evening
Signature Duchy Gift
Tea, coffee and homemade shortbread or cake to accompany a quiz/bingo
every afternoon
Date
Duration
Board
Basis
Adult Price
Child Price
Single
Supplement
18th September 2015
30th October 2015
4 Days / 3 Nights
4 Days / 3 Nights
DBB
DBB
£200
£195
£125 (Infant: £60)
£125 (Infant: £60)
£75
£45
Itinerary:
Day 1:
We travel down to an outstanding 3 star Hotel with comfort stops en-route. On arrival you’ll receive
complimentary tea or coffee and biscuits. On our Turkey and Tinsel date of 30th October we then leave you time to
unwind and settle in to your room before you are invited to join other guests for a sparkling cocktail and sherry
reception in the lounge. On all dates, after freshening up we dine with a 5 course meal.
Day 2:
We set off after breakfast and
travel a short distance to the traditional Steam
Railway here in Paignton. We journey down
the line taking in some delightful views
ending with a short change to finish our
journey as foot passengers across the River
Dart, allowing some free time in Dartmouth
before re-joining our coach. Why not join us
for the optional trip to Dartmouth Castle
(fees apply).
Day 3:
We set off after breakfast and
travel to Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth,
where you can enjoy the delights of this lovely naval town. Spend
some free time shopping in the vibrant city streets or jump aboard a water taxi amongst other
activities such as The National Marine Aquarium and The Mayflower Museum. Whether it’s raining or the sun is
shining we’re sure you’ll find plenty to do among the city streets and marine environment.
Day 4:
Today after our final breakfast we sadly bid farewell to our friends at the Hotel and the beautiful town of
Paignton and travel home. Not to worry, we have left you a little treat for our return journey, as we visit Trago Mills
a 38 department mega discount store foundered nearly 50 years ago.
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The Hotel: Headlands Hotel, Torquay – 3*
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Situated majestically on the headland of Torquay looking out to sea
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Set in two acres of magnificent grounds and offers stunning views
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Quality evening entertainment every night of the week
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Free Wi-fi for all our guests in the hotel
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Spacious elegant Romanoff restaurant
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En-suite rooms with tea & coffee facilities
Outdoor tropically heated swimming pool
Sauna - New Multi Gym
2 spacious lounge bars
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Snacks available all day
Full 5 Course Evening Meal every evening
Free Porterage on arrival and departure
Date
Duration
Board
Basis
Adult Price
Child Price
Single
Supplement
7th August 2015
18th December 2015
4 Days / 3 Nights
6 Days / 5 Nights
DBB
DBB
£240
£250
£175 (Infant: £60)
£165 (Infant: £70)
£75
£75
Friday 7th – Monday 10th August 2015 – 4 Days (3 Nights):
Day 1: We travel down to an outstanding Hotel with comfort stops en-route with a short stop for lunch in Exeter.
We then leave you time to unwind and settle in to your room before you are invited to join other guests as we dine
with the first of our 5 course meal this holiday.
Day 2:
We set off after breakfast and travel a short distance thought the outstanding countryside of Devon to
arrive for a morning at Buckfast Abbey. The first abbey at Buckfast was founded as a Benedictine monastery in 1018.
After a few hours here enjoying the incredible garden and sounds we re-join the coach to travel back for an
afternoon at leisure in Torquay.
Day 3:
Today is all about Babbacombe, we set
off after breakfast and head to three different
attractions all in the same delightful town. Take a
trip down memory lane at Bygones before
heading to the Cliff Railway and Model Village. A
busy but relaxing day taking in the sights before
we return to join other guests for your 5 course
evening meal.
Day 4:
Today after our final breakfast we sadly bid farewell to our friends at the Hotel and the beautiful town of
Torquay and travel home. Not to worry, we have left you a little treat for our return journey, as we visit Dawlish.
Friday 18th – Wednesday 23rd December 2015 – 6 Days (5 Nights):
Days 1-3: As per 4 Day Tour itinerary.
Day 4:
Today we spend some time monkeying around as we head to Paignton Zoo, followed by free time at
leisure in Paignton. We return to the hotel for our 5 course evening meal.
Day 5:
Time to get Festive! We head to the Plymouth Christmas Market to stock up on gifts galore (or even to
treat ourselves, after all we do deserve it). We return to the hotel for our 5 course evening meal.
Day 6:
Today after our final breakfast we sadly bid farewell to our friends at the Hotel and the beautiful town of
Torquay and travel home. Not to worry, we have left you a little treat for our return journey, as we visit Dawlish.
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The Hotel: Hotel Watermill – 3*
From £130
Per Adult
BB/DBB
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Picturesque modern hotel - Part of the Best Western hotel group
24 hour room service available (additional charges may apply)
Exquisite bath and shower space with hair dryer
Free WiFi access
Riverside Bar and lounge areas
Some rooms have beautiful views of lush green meadows and the river
Bulbourne
Date
Duration
Board
Basis
Itinerary
Adult
Price
Child Price
Single
Supplement
23rd July 2015
2 Days / 1 Night
DBB
£150
£120 (Infant: £60)
£20
24th Oct 2015
2 Days / 1 Night
BB
£130
£105 (Infant: £50)
£20
9th Dec 2015
4 Days / 3 Nights
DBB
Legoland &
Harry Potter
Legoland &
Harry Potter
London & Oxford
£220
£130 (Infant: £90)
£60
Legoland & Harry Potter Itinerary:
Day 1: We will travel down to LEGOLAND Windsor giving you a full day here to explore the
Theme Park where you can play your part in a world of LEGO adventure. Young and old alike
will be fascinated by the incredible LEGO models throughout. From firebreathing dragons, world landmarks to musical pirates, it's amazing what can
be built with LEGO bricks - nearly 55 million of them! Re-boarding our coach
we head the moderate distance to our chosen hotel for time to relax and recharge. An evening meal
here at our hotel can be pre-booked or included as part of your package.
Day 2:
We set off after breakfast allowing you to come aboard our very own version of the
Hogwarts Express (Our Executive Coach), cast a spell to journey to the world of wizards at Warner
Brothers Studio’s for your chance to be part of The Harry Potter Experience. Ride a broom stick, drink some butter
beer or even play a game of Quidditch. After spending time here we return to the land of muggles and travel home.
NB. We reserve the right to swap activities between Days 1 and 2 where necessary subject to availability or amendment by the
attraction(s).
London & Oxford Itinerary:
Day 1: It’s all about the Christmas Markets and the City Shopping! We leave your chosen departure point to
travel down to London. On our way down we hit our first Market of our tour at St. Albans. Afterwards re-join the
coach as we head to The Watermill Hotel to check in and for our Evening Meal.
Day 2:
After breakfast we spend the morning along the Southbank for the Southbank Centre Christmas Market
and then onwards into the City Centre for a complete contrast in shopping. We return to the hotel for our Evening
Meal.
Day 3:
After breakfast we spend the morning at the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland & Christmas Markets. For the
afternoon you have two options - for those of you who want to take in a second afternoon of the City Centre shops
your wish is our command, alternatively why not stay longer at the Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and stay for a
performance at the Circus? We return to the hotel for our Evening Meal.
Day 4:
After breakfast we bid a sad farewell to The New President Hotel and return home
via the historical and beautiful Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, followed
by some free time at Oxford Christmas Market.
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The Hotel: Best Western - Ilford – 3*
From £140
Per Adult
BB
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3 star hotel, offering luxury as well as comfort. From the stylish,
convenient setting to the latest multi-media facilities, we're well
connected in more ways than one!
The Full Hot Breakfast is on offer which is served in a hot buffet. The wide
variety of continental items are also available for the guests.
Various Dates – 2 Days (1 Nights):
Day 1: After collecting your from your local departure point we journey to our 3* hotel on the outskirts of
London to get ready for our evening performance. You will have free time before the performance to enjoy an
evening meal from one of the many eateries near to the theatre. After the performance we return straight to the
hotel.
Day 2:
After breakfast we head in to London for a short sight-seeing tour from the coach followed by time at
leisure for shopping, wandering or sight-seeing before we return back to your chosen departure point.
The Shows:
Wicked:
Wicked has been
casting its spell over
audiences across the
world for a decade,
winning over 100
international awards,
and continues to be a
'West End sensation'
(Daily Mail) at
London’s Apollo
Victoria Theatre where it recently played its landmark 3500th performance.
Based on the acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire that re-imagined the stories and characters created by L. Frank
Baum in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship
between two girls who first meet as sorcery students. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them
fulfill their destinies as Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Packed with thrilling technical wizardry, dazzling costumes, an ingenious and witty story and show-stopping songs
(by multi GRAMMY® and Academy Award® winner Stephen Schwartz), Wicked is 'a magical mystery tour through the
fantasy land of Oz' (London Evening Standard) that is not to be missed.
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The Lion King:
Ingeniously adapted from
Disney’s classic film, this spectacular production
explodes with glorious colours and stunning
effects, all set to the enchanting rhythms of
Africa.
With dazzling staging and highly imaginative
costumes, masks and puppets, The Lion King uses
breathtaking theatrical magic to tell the store of
Simba’s epic journey to reclaim his kingdom.
The Lion King is recommended for a general
audience. As an advisory to adults who might
bring young people, Disney recommends The
Lion King for ages 6 and up. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons aged 16 or
under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All persons entering
the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
Disney On Ice – Worlds of Enchantment:
Enter the dazzling world of Disney magic, live on ice!
Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favourite Disney stories at Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment.
Be amazed as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar’s Cars perform high-speed stunts and race
across the ice like you’ve never seen before. Dive into adventure with Ariel and The Little Mermaid’s undersea
kingdom. The toys are back in town! Watch Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang as they try and
escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare, in their most daring adventure ever. Plus, enter the
wintery world of Arendelle with sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen, as they learn
the meaning of true love. From wheels to waves, icy wonderlands to infinity and beyond, your family’s favourite
Disney moments come to life at Disney on Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment.
Date
Show
Theatre
Board
Basis
Adult £
Child £
Single
Supplement
5th Sept 2015
2nd Oct 2015
Wicked
The Lion King
Disney on Ice – Worlds
of Enchantment
Apollo Victoria
Lyceum Theatre
BB
BB
£165
£165
£145
£145
£20
£20
The O2 Arena
BB
£140
£120
£20
27th Dec 2015
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Terms of Booking
These Terms of Booking and all important holiday information provided to you before your booking was confirmed sets out clearly and simply
the responsibilities both parties have when a booking or 'contract' is made between us and apply to all services offered by LINKS TOURS &
TRAVEL LTD, Registered Office: 1 Heol Hyfryd, Gwersyllt, Wrexham, LL11 4EU.
Booking Office: 01978 806454 E-mail: enquiries@linkstours.co.uk Web: www.linkstours.co.uk
3.
Day Excursions / Day-Trips Terms
1.
Booking Your Seats
Bookings can be made through our website, by phone on 01978 806454, via a
Bookings staff member on our Facebook Chat (Links Tours) or requested by
e-mail on enquiries@linkstours.co.uk . Bookings are not confirmed until full
payment has been received. Bookings for day-trips where a deposit has been
agreed (large / group bookings) are only fully confirmed when full payment
person, by post at our Wrexham office or by e-mail at
payments@linkstours.co.uk . Day-trips that are cancelled 28 days before
departure date will incur an admin charge of 90% and the remainder will be
refunded. If you cancel a day-trip within 28 days of departure you will be
charged the full cost of the trip.
has been received.
2.
Paying For Your Seats
You will be sent an invoice by post or e-mail within 24 – 48 hours of
requesting your booking by e-mail or Facebook chat. For telephone bookings
b.
If We Cancel Your Day-Trip Booking
We reserve the right to cancel any trip due to circumstances beyond our
reasonable control, including but not limited to having to cancel due to
insufficient seats booked on particular trips. We will always endeavour to
transfer the trip to an alternative vehicle more suited to the party size
however this will be subject to availability. Cancellations due to low bookings
are relatively rare and we will endeavour to advise you with appropriate
we will take payment via Debit Card or arrange a cash collection where
possible.
Please see our Payment Terms section of these Terms of Booking for
information on how to make your payments – these apply for all day-trips
and tours regardless and any differences in terms between services will be
noted in the terms.
notice of the intended cancellation. In these circumstances we will offer to
transfer your balance to an alternative date / day-trip or pay a full refund.
Our liability shall be no more than the full amount you have paid.
being able to provide the booking reference and confirm the lead name on the
booking) can make part-payments / installments following the deposit
payment up until the final balance due date in order to bring the final balance
down to a lesser amount. Statements can be requested at any point by phone
however these will only be advised to / discussed with the lead name on the
Tours / Holidays Terms
1.
Booking Your Tours
Bookings can be made by phone on Wrexham: 01978 806454 / Runcorn: 01928
246102, via a Bookings staff member on our Facebook Chat (Katie Links),
Messages function on our Facebook Page (Links Tours and Travel) or
booking, unless previously agreed. Printed copies will only be provided /
posted to the lead name on the booking, unless previously agreed.
requested by e-mail on enquiries@linkstours.co.uk . Bookings are not
confirmed until the deposit has been received. You will be required to sign
and return a Booking Form which you will receive along with a copy of these
Terms of Booking. By signing the Booking Form you are accepting and
acknowledging that you have authority to act on behalf of all members of
4.
be responsible for arranging your own Travel Insurance Policy to cover you
for events such as cancellation, illness, personal injury, or death during the
course of your holiday.
5.
Cancellations
a.
If You Cancel Your Holiday
Only the Lead Name on the booking is entitled to cancel the booking –
cancellations will be accepted from other members of the party under
exceptional circumstances only. You may cancel your booking at any time,
however a cancellation will only be deemed valid when received in writing
own Travel Insurance Policy to cover you during your holiday.
Paying Your Deposit
You will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit at the time of booking.
Your deposit will be structured as follows: £35 per Adult and £25 per Child.
handed in to us in person, by post at our Wrexham office address or by e-mail
at payments@linkstours.co.uk .
I.e. a total booking cost of £450 for 2 Adults + 2 Children would be as follows:
2 Adults @ £35 each = £90 deposit; 2 Children @ £25 each = £50; Total Deposit
= £120 Final Balance = £330
Cancellations will incur an admin charge as follows:
Prior to 6 weeks before Departure
28 – 42 days before Departure
14 – 27 days before Departure
7 – 13 days before Departure
0 – 6 days before Departure
Please see our Payment Terms section of these Terms of Booking for
information on how to make your payments – these apply for all day-trips
and tours regardless and any differences in terms between services will be
noted in the terms.
3.
Insurance
At this stage we are unable to provide you with holiday insurance. You will
your party and that you have accepted these Terms of Booking on both yours
and their behalf. As the lead name on the booking you will be the party leader
and will be responsible for making all payments due to us. We will accept
payments made by other members of the party so long as they are able to
provide the Booking Reference. You will be responsible for arranging your
2.
Cancellations
a.
If You Cancel Your Day-Trip Booking
Only the Lead Name on the booking is entitled to cancel the booking –
cancellations will be accepted from other members of the party under
exceptional circumstances only. You may cancel your booking at any time,
however a cancellation will only be deemed valid when received in writing in
- Deposit Only
- 40% of Total Cost
- 50% of Total Cost
- 60% of Total Cost
- 100% of Total Cost
I.e. on a holiday costing £450, if you paid a deposit of £120 followed by
payments totalling £330 (amounting to the Full Balance of £450 being paid)
and you cancelled prior to 6 weeks before Departure then you would receive
as a refund your Full Balance (£450) less your Deposit (£120) = £330 Refund.
Paying Your Balance
The Balance of your holiday will be due no later than 6 weeks prior to
departure. You will receive a reminder with an attached statement advising
your final balance and payment due date at 10 weeks prior to departure. If
you so wish, the lead name on the booking (or other members of the party
If cancellation had been made 28 – 42 days before Departure then you would
receive your Full Balance (£450) less 40% of the Total Cost (£180) = £270
Refund.
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Terms of Booking
holiday to an alternative vehicle more suited to the party size however this
will be subject to availability. Cancellations due to low bookings are relatively
b.
If We Cancel Your Holiday
We reserve the right to cancel any holiday due to circumstances beyond our
reasonable control, including but not limited to having to cancel due to
rare and we will endeavour to advise you with appropriate notice of the
intended cancellation. In these circumstances we will offer to transfer your
balance to an alternative date / holiday or pay a full refund. Our liability
shall be no more than the full amount you have paid.
insufficient seats booked on particular trips. Our arrangements are made well
in advance however some changes can be unavoidable. Significant changes to
itinerary / pick-up times will be advised with as much notice as possible
prior to the departure date and we will always endeavour to transfer the
Payment Terms
Bookings can be paid for in the following methods:

CASH – We are able to accept Cash Payments at our Travel Shop or collected
from you by prior arrangement only (cash payments can be collected for an
additional fee of £0.50p).
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CARD – We are able to accept payments by Debit Card with no additional fee
however for payments made by credit card there will be a 2.5% surcharge on
the payment.
BANK TRANSFER – To pay by bank transfer please take the invoice we sent
you to your bank and ask them to make a Bank Transfer to the bank details
on the bottom of the invoice for the amount shown on the invoice / for
Conditions of Carriage
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instalment payments . Please ask them to use the Invoice Number as your
reference.
All bookings, regardless of payment option, will receive a receipt within 2 – 5
working days of receipt of payment. If the balance of your booking is not paid
by the requested date (specified on your invoice) we reserve the right to
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release your seats and advertise them for re-sale.
Special Requests
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Special Requests on the coach can be made however cannot be
guaranteed. We do not intend offence where a request is not able to
be met however we try to grant these requests on a ‘need’ basis – i.e.
requests being made due to a disability or health condition will be
considered more importantly than requests being made on
preference. Please note that requests on the coach are subject to the
layout of the vehicle allocated to the day-trip or tour and where a
feeder coach / minibus is used may differ to the layout of the main
transport. Please also note, where the allocated vehicle may change
within short notice we will endeavour to do our best to facilitate your
requests.
Requests regarding your accommodation / facilities at hotels will be
forwarded to the relevant hotel however again cannot be guaranteed
and may be at a supplement. Please state on your booking form if you
wish for us to try and book a ground / low-floor room, a room near a
lift or with wheelchair access.
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Itineraries – Included Excursions / Hotel Amenities and Facilities
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We reserve the right to vary the advertised itinerary & excursions due
to circumstances outside our control whilst endeavouring to provide
suitable alternatives wherever possible.
We also reserve the right to switch the order in which the itinerary is
run – i.e. if the weather is considerably unacceptable for a particular
activity planned for that day then we may be able to run another
day’s itinerary in place
Amenities as described will usually be available, but please note that
some amenities (lifts, swimming pools etc.) require service and repair
and may not always be available. Entertainment is frequently subject
to demand and/or change based on sufficient guests staying at the
hotel at the time. Some hotels charge for extra supplies of tea/coffee
in bedrooms and gym or swimming pools facilities.
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Disability Awareness
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the accommodation and itinerary, so you can make a more informed
judgement before you book.
Do not be afraid to talk to us about how your medical condition /
disability may affect you – for all queries regarding this please call
our office on 01978 806454 and ask to speak to Katie.
In some instances concessions will be offered on tickets at various
attractions and events for carers and disabled guests. We may need to
provide some information regarding your disability to the attraction
so please do not be offended if we contact you for additional
information.
Please help us to help you by telling us before you book if you have
limited mobility or other disabilities / medical conditions which may
affect your enjoyment of the holiday. We will be happy to provide
you with as much information as possible regarding the suitability of
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You are responsible for ensuring you are at the correct departure
point at the correct time for the outward and return journey. This also
applies to all comfort stops and excursions during the trip and we
cannot be held responsible for any loss or expense suffered if you are
not. If you are unsure of where the exact location of your departure
point then please contact our Travel Shop on Wrexham: 01978 806454
/ Runcorn: 01928 246102.
During your Holiday or Day Trip your coach may have a host(ess).
The purpose of their role is to help make your journey more
enjoyable. They will also be responsible for the sales of refreshments
and day-trip or holiday related items where possible. They will
endeavour to provide the best information possible on the itinerary &
excursions within or holiday but cannot be held responsible for incorrect information.
Passengers are allocated reserved seats for all day-trips and tours.
Seat Numbers will be shown on your tickets. Occasionally we may
need to use a different vehicle to the one originally allocated and seat
numbers may differ – a seating plan will be available at the front of
the coach or from the Driver / Tour Manager to advise your reserved
seats. Where feeder coaches / minibuses are used for our day-trips or
at the beginning / end part of your journey - seats are not allocated
on feeder coaches / minibuses.
Smoking (including e-cigarettes) and the consumption of alcohol is
not permitted on any coach, feeder coach or minibus operating as
part of a Links Tours and Travel Ltd Day-Trip or Tour.
Children - passengers aged 16 years and under must be accompanied
by an adult - ages must be advised for all passengers aged 16 years
and under for insurance purposes. All passengers are required to
have their own seat and therefore a seat must be booked and paid for
regardless of age. We will apply any relevant discounts on attraction
tickets for children where appropriate.
Passengers aged above 16 years but below the aged of 18 years
travelling without a parent or guardian will need written permission
from their parent / guardian in order to be able to book.
Abuse towards members of Links Tours and Travel staff, Coach
Drivers, Hotel / Attraction staff or other invited Tour Guides etc. will
not be tolerated.
We reserve the unconditional right to terminate a client’s holiday in
the event of unreasonable conduct which causes, or in our opinion is
likely to cause damage, distress, danger, or annoyance to other
passengers. In the event our responsibility to you ceases and we will
accept no responsibility for loss or additional expenses you may
incur.
We cannot accept liability for delays, disruption or cancellations of
holidays due to traffic conditions, weather conditions, strikes or any
other reasons outside our reasonable control.
We do not accept responsibility for the loss or damage to passenger’s
possessions left unattended on any coach intentionally or otherwise.
Terms of Booking
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Coaches will be locked when left unattended by the Driver – if you
have left anything you require access to during any leisure time on
your tour then please contact the number provided to you by your
Driver / Tour Manager / Host(ess) at the beginning of your tour.
Baggage allowance for trips where hotel or resort accommodation is
included is one medium sized suitcase that weighs no more than
20kgs. We reserve the right to not carry any items that are deemed to
be too large or heavy for the driver to load and/or fit into the luggage
hold.
It is a condition of travel that you must inform us at the time of
booking if you require additional items to be carried along with your
luggage such as pushchairs, wheelchairs or walking frames. A space
must be reserved for those items and will be confirmed on our
correspondence to you. If you arrive at pickup with additional items
that are not listed on our records, we cannot guarantee we will be
able to carry them.
All luggage items for overnight trips must have a Links Tours &
Travel luggage label securely attached to them. We can provide
additional luggage labels for shopping items being stored in the
luggage hold however please take into consideration the available
space and other passengers before buying any large items that may
not fit in the luggage hold – these may have to be left at the hotel
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where arrangements for postage will be made. Any charges incurred
by the hotel will be passed forward to the passenger.
Mobility scooters are limited to one per coach on a first come first
served basis due to the weight involved and space required in the
luggage hold to carry them. They MUST be pre-booked and we
reserve the right to charge a fee of £12.50 and reserve the right not to
carry scooters that have not been pre-booked. We are able to provide
manual and / or self-propelled wheelchairs on a hire basis during
your tour. The basic cost of the hire for this is £5 per day although a
reduction will be offered on tours of 3 or more days.
Complaints
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Your Driver / Tour Manager / Host(ess) should be able to help with
any minor problems or queries during your holiday. In the event of a
more serious problem, for example involving accommodation the
matter MUST be reported to hotel management and their response
noted. If you wish to make an official complaint to Links Tours &
Travel on your return you must do so in writing for the attention of
the Customer Service Manager no later than 7 days after your return.
We endeavour to deal with any complaints as quickly and fairly as
possible, but please note that failure to establish your complaint
immediately with the hotel may affect the outcome.
Do you require a larger print brochure – please call
01978 806454 / 01928 246102 and we will send out a larger
format brochure for you ASAP.
6 Charles Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BT
Itineraries and Pricing are correct at time of printing. All trips are subject to a minimum number of
seat sales. The company (Links Tours) reserve the right to cancel, amend or remove an item from
the planned itinerary.
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Low Cost Day-Trips
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Low Cost Holidays
o Excursions Included
Easy Payments
o Low Deposit - £35 per adult; £25 per child
o Weekly Payments Scheme
Local Departure Points
Door to Coach Taxi Return* (*Fees apply)
TO BOOK:
Please call Wrexham: 01978 806454 / Runcorn: 01928 246102
go to www.linkstours.co.uk or visit our
Wrexham Booking Office, 6 Charles Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BT.
@LinksTours
www.linkstours.co.uk
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