Nottingham's Wollaton Hall is a spectacular Elizabethan mansion, which starred as 'Wayne Manor' in the Dark Knight Rises Batman film released
in July 2012. Set within a 500-acre deer park,
Wollaton Hall offers free coach parking and is ideally located for coach tours coming to
Nottingham.
Friday 23 August 2013
Nottingham Industrial Museum and Wollaton Hall.....
Stay at the Cliftonville Hotel Cromer......
The Cliftonville Hotel is
beautifully situated on Cromer's seafront, Norfolk, just ten minutes walk from the town
centre. The hotel is a 30 bed roomed property with all rooms having an excellent
sea view Beautifully restored to its original Edwardian splendour the hotel is
an AA 3 Star and Grade II listed building.
Family run hotel with 17 years
experience makes us the perfect partner for the independent coach operator
offering the quality of service that has come to be expected by clients who
book coach holidays. The hotel welcomes coach parties and groups particularly
in the off-season and shoulder periods of the main summer season Ideally
located for trips to North Norfolk's major attractions including the North
Norfolk Steam Railway, The Thursford Collection and Christmas Show and boat
excursions on the Norfolk Broads. Just 25 miles from the City of Norwich with
its vast array of shops, market, museums, castle, cathedral and fascinating cobbled
lanes and ally ways makes an interesting a full day trip adding yet another
reason to stay at the Cliftonville Hotel.
For further information E-mail reservations@cliftonvillehotel.co.uk
or telephone 01263 512543 www.cliftonvillehotel.co.uk
Welsh Wildlife Experiences....
Wildlife
is easy to spot in Wales" says Phil Hurst of Wildlife Trusts Wales. These
top ten wildlife sites are where you are likely to see the beautiful wildlife
listed. But they are not exclusive to these locations. Dolphins can be watched
from numerous headlands around Wales and if you are lucky you can spot otters
in the early morning along rivers from Bangor to Cardiff. Ospreys nest from
April to late summer on the Cors Dyfi reserve in Machynlleth. Other birds prey
seen regularly include red kite, honey buzzard and marsh and hen
harriers. This tranquil site has a variety of habitats, open water, swamp,
bog, wet woodland, scrub and gorse, all supporting their own mix of flora and
fauna. Dragonflies, damselflies and a diversity of plants and flowers can also
be enjoyed. A short walk from the parking area passes the first pond to the
living willow screen bird watching area. Facilities include a visitor centre,
small shop and basic refreshments. Tel: 01938
555654.
Although dolphins can be regularly seen from the shore in
many parts, the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre organizes boat trips from
April onwards. The centre also raises awareness of the marine wildlife in
Cardigan Bay through interpretive displays and boat trips. The North Wales
Wildlife Trust also run regular land-based dolphin watching seashore safaris
over the
summer. Tel: 01545 560032.
Otters can be seen at the lovely Gilfach Farm Reserve in
Radnorshire. Last summer a family saw a female and two cubs walking along the
nature trail in mid-afternoon. A good time to visit is October to December when
otters come to the waterfalls to chase the leaping salmon. Gilfach nature
discovery centre is situated in a beautiful setting at the confluence of the
Marteg River with the River Wye in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales. Gilfach
is locally unique because of its wide variety of habitats supporting an
abundance of birds and animals within a small area. Tel: 01597 823298.
Fields of orchids and Ox-Eye Daisies can be enjoyed at
Pentwyn Farm Meadow, Monmouthshire. Situated above the beautiful Wye Valley,
Pentwyn Farm reserve provides commanding views over the surrounding
countryside. Tel: 01600 740601
Red Kites can be seen at feeding stations at Gigrin Farm
Tel: 01597 810243, in Radnorshire and the Red Kite Feeding Centre (01550
740617) at Llanddeusant in the west of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Here
your group will enjoy seeing 50 plus Kites along with Buzzards and Ravens.
Allow time for a browse and refreshment in the shop and cafe.There are an
estimated 16000 Puffins and 300,000 Manx Shearwaters on the world renowned
Skomer and Skokholm islands, which are also home to large numbers of grey
seals. You need to book visits in advance and boats run daily from March to
December.
Skomer Round Island Cruises offer leisurely wildlife
cruises surrounded by amazing marine wildlife and seabirds, puffins and
razorbills, seals and gannets and maybe even a dolphin or porpoise. Tel: 01646
603121
Spectacular Cemlyn on Anglesey is an internationally
important site for seabirds and visitors can experience these rare and elegant
birds close up, chasing and diving in spectacular courtship displays for
winging in with freshly caught fish. The Arctic Tern also nests here and
migrates up to 50,000 miles every year between the Arctic and Antarctic. Tel:
01248 351541.
See Salmon leaping at Radyr Weir on the River Taff,
Cardiff and enjoy a thrilling experience. In Mid Wales one of the best places
is the River Marteg at the Gilfach Farm reserve in Radnorshire, but you can
even see them in the centre of Cardiff on the River Taff by Blackweir. Carpets
of bluebells cover the ancient woodlands in many parts of Wales, but few reach
the dazzling heights of Coed y Felin Tel: 01352 810469, just outside
Mold in Flintshire. In the south visit the Coed Dyrysiog Tel: 01874 625708 reserve
just outside Brecon.
Wednesday 21 August 2013
Make sure you visit The Green Britain Centre.....
The
Green Britain Centre is fun, free and informative. Set in a stunning timber
framed building, it plays host to lots of day trippers, educational groups and
conferences.
Home
to the only modern windmill in the world the public can climb, you get right to
the heart of wind power and Norfolk with the 360 degree viewing platform at the
top. Get up close and personal with Greenbird – the fastest wind powered
vehicle on the planet – and see one of Britain’s largest solar trackers follow
the sun across the sky.
Explore our organically certified gardens. Enjoy hot and
cold snacks and meals in our cafe; serving organic and locally sourced
ingredients. Relax with a cup of Fairtrade tea or coffee and a slice of
homemade cake. Or browse our eco gift shop.
Ample coach parking and a warm welcome awaits you.
For more information visit www.greenbritaincentre.co.uk or call 01760 726736
SatNav Postcode: PE37 7HT
Tuesday 20 August 2013
Coral Greyhounds this Christmas.....
Coral Greyhounds this Christmas
We’ve
got something for customers of all ages, shapes and sizes this Christmas at our
greyhound tracks. The two top stadia in the industry are situated in Romford
(London Road) and Brighton & Hove (Nevill Road) and each has a wide range
of facilities to suit every group size and budget.
Both
tracks host morning and evening meetings throughout the week meaning you have
the choice to enjoy a leisurely Sunday Lunch, a cracking Saturday night out or
a relaxing weekday afternoon, all the while being entertained by our fabulous
greyhounds. Every visit will guarantee at least 12 thrilling races come rain or
shine. All restaurants are glass-fronted so races can be enjoyed from the
comfort of your table, or from our outside viewing areas. All diners receive
complimentary admission and race-card, and a dedicated tote messenger will take
your bets from your table, meaning all you have to worry about is which trap to
bet on next! All
restaurants lay on a delicious new seasonal menu, including options for kids
and those with any allergies. We have ample parking and disabled facilities.
To book
your visit to Coral greyhounds or for more information, please visit our
websites or call our lovely Reservations teams:
Romford:
01708
762 345
Hove:
08457
023 952
Tuesday 13 August 2013
Visit Leeds Kirkgate Market......
Leeds Kirkgate Market this
Christmas
This Christmas come
and discover a treasure trove of unique gifts at Leeds Kirkgate Market from
fresh chestnuts and cranberries for your Christmas day to smoked salmon for
that extra special Boxing Day brunch. Kirkgate Market is open seven days a week
from the start of December until Christmas Eve, offering the best in quality,
variety and value for money. Leeds Markets will be a hub of festive spirit with
a whole host of exciting activities alongside brilliant Christmas shopping!
Come and visit the
M&S Market Stall, the birthplace of Marks & Spencer and follow the
award winning M&S Leeds Heritage Trail. Winner of the Group Travel Award
for innovation in Tourism 2013. Travelling from past to present, the trail
takes you on a journey through the rich heritage of Leeds, and the Victorian
Gardens open Christmas Market. The trail finishes at the Marks in Time
Exhibition at the M&S Company archive, White Rose award finalist for small
visitor attraction 2013. Whether you take the trail as a self-guided walk, or
book an expert tour guide you’ll be finding out more about the fascinating
story of British high-street favourite that began life at Leeds Kirkgate
Market.
There’s a whole lot more going on!!
Every Saturday in
December we’ll have adorable live reindeer on the outdoor market to set the
Christmassy scene alongside our giant Christmas tree. They’ll be brass bands
playing traditional carols and the market will be decked out with delightful
decorations including the M&S Christmas Clock Tree. Don’t forget our free
Shop & Drop service which allows you to do all your festive shopping then
leave it in our “chiller” room until a more convenient time of day (perhaps
whilst you’re having a cup of tea!) For coach bookings over 30 customers we
will provide free mince pies and hot punch in our hospitality suite which
overlooks the spectacular 1904 market hall when booked in advance.
It’s the only place to be this Christmas.
To enjoy the
experience of Christmas at Europe’s biggest indoor market, please contact the
market’s information centre on 0113 3781950 or email markets@leeds.gov.uk, or
to book a guided M&S trail please contact 0208 7182800 or e-mail companyarchive@marksandspencer.com
Wednesday 7 August 2013
Thursday 1 August 2013
Attention to all Bus and Coach operators.....
We are running a brand new competition starting in the September issue of Coach Tours UK. We are looking for bus and coach operators throughout the UK and Europe to send in pictures of your coaches out and about visiting attractions. All you need to do to enter is send us a picture to our twitter account @coach_toursuk by the 9th August. The best picture received will be printed in the September issue, good luck !!!! #ctukpicsontour
Cadbury World....
Cadbury World is a popular
attraction based in the historic village of Bournville, Birmingham. It has 14
amazing zones offering groups a fun day out to discover the magic and making of
Cadbury chocolate. There’s so much to see and do for visitors of all ages; from
uncovering the fascinating story of Cadbury chocolate to playing in chocolate
rain and having warm liquid Cadbury Dairy Milk poured over your favorite treat.
Groups will discover the
origins of the cocoa bean amidst trees and waterfalls in the Aztec Jungle,
before jumping on board the magical Cadabra ride and meeting the famous Cadbury
drumming gorilla. They’ll have the chance to walk through a full scale replica
of Bull Street where John Cadbury opened his first shop in 1824. Here they’ll
be greeted by one of Cadbury World’s Victorian and Georgian characters before
finding out how the Cadbury business began and what makes Cadbury chocolate so
delicious.
Cadbury World’s in-house
chocolatiers use around 12,000kg of chocolate every year to create limited
edition and seasonal novelty products available exclusively from the on-site
shop. Visitors can watch these creations being made and decorated in the
Chocolate Making zone, and will also see demonstrations of traditional
chocolate making skills.
Special discounted entry
rates for groups of 15 or more are offered with free coach parking, plus
admission and a complimentary meal for one driver all included. Organisers of
groups of 20 or more will also receive free admission for
the group organiser. For brochures and booking
enquiries, please visit www.cadburyworld.co.uk or call 0844 880 7667. Follow on
Facebook at www.facebook.com/CadburyWorldUK or Twitter @CadburyWorld.
Duchess of Cleveland walled garden open to public.....
Groups visiting 1066
Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield can now see the newly replanted
Duchess of Cleveland walled garden, which has just opened to the
public.
As well as creating a
tranquil garden for visitors to enjoy, with fruit trees, wildflowers and bees,
the walled garden provides a glimpse into a lesser known time in Battle Abbey’s
history; when it was lived in as a country house estate. The Duchess of Cleveland lived at the Abbey from 1858 and jealously
guarded the walled garden as her own private space.
Sixteen apple varieties,
including 'Golden Pippin' which originated in Sussex in 1629 and 'Alfriston', a
favourite Victorian exhibition variety, have been planted, as well as cherry,
quince, medlar and nine varieties of pear. Grasses
and wildflowers native to the Weald area such as knapweed, yarrow and oxeye
daisy have been introduced to enhance the grassland, and
spring bulbs have been planted. Victorian style bee-hives have been
installed, with bees being introduced later in the summer to complete the
ecosystem of the garden.
Dawn Champion, English
Heritage Area Manager comments: “We hope that by reopening the walled garden we
have added a new dimension to the visitor experience, to give everyone the
opportunity to pause and reflect, and to enjoy Battle Abbey not just for
its history, but its beauty and atmosphere as well.” TEL: 01424 776791.
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