Take your group to the home of Wedgwood.....

The Home of Wedgwood......

Set in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, Wedgwood Visitor Centre and Museum combine to offer ‘something for everyone’, and is the ideal venue for a quick shop and coffee break or a full day excursion.

Factory Tours provide a genuine glimpse into the wonderful world of Wedgwood ceramics.  It’s here where visitors can watch the master craftsmen as they create iconic Jasper pieces, fine bone china tableware and many products from the prestige catalogue. The Master Ceramic Experience, meanwhile, provides a great hands-on opportunity for visitors of all ages - making, decorating and even throwing their very own piece of pottery.  Visitors are positively encouraged to roll up their shirt-sleeves and “have a go” at mastering the skill and craft of ceramic making for themselves!

The award-winning Wedgwood Museum captures the story of more than 250 years of Josiah Wedgwood and his unique Company.  The self-guided, interactive tour takes a journey of discovery through the eye-catching artefacts and exhibits that have shaped the English ceramic industry, for centuries.The day-out continues at The Wedgwood Restaurant, which is renowned for its range of speciality main courses, light lunches and snacks, and naturally everything is served up on Wedgwood’s finest bone china!

And of course, no visit would be complete without spending some time (and some cash!) in the Retail Store and Factory Outlet Shop. Together, these boast the largest selection of tabletop, crystal and gift products by all our brands including Wedgwood, Waterford Crystal, Royal Albert and Royal Doulton - with permanent discounts of up to 75%, and seasonal sales. Open seven days a week with free coach parking, Wedgwood is just 10 minutes from Junction 15 of the M6.  Don’t forget to take advantage of driver and organiser incentives.

Visit www.wedgwoodvisitorcentre.com for further details.

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Visit Drayton Manor this Christmas......

Drayton Manor Theme Park, near Tamworth, Staffordshire is extending some festive cheer this winter and inviting groups of youngsters and adults to experience its very own magical Christmas at Thomas Land. As part of this year's Drayton's Magical Christmas, Europe's only Thomas Land"' attraction will be transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with spectacular decorations, festive music and snow thanks to the special machines that will ensure a flurry least three times a day. Thomas Land has 21 rides and attractions, based on the ever-popular Thomas & Friends"` TV series, including Cranky's Drop Tower and the brand new Winstons Whistle- Stop Tour. Christmas is also coming to the sensational 4D cinema, inviting you to climb aboard The Polar Express for a stunning 15-minute movie experience, featuring special simulations that go along with the 3D film to create an interactive experience for all - sure to make anyone believe in the magic of Christmas. And not forgetting Ben 10: Ultimate Mission roller coaster and the 15 acre zoo which will all be open too.

A visit to Drayton's Magical Christmas wouldn't be complete without visiting the enchanted Castle of Dreams where children will be met by playful elves and taken to meet Father Christmas himself in his lodge in Santa's Grotto! For an extra special getaway, the four-star Drayton Manor Hotel, set on the grounds of the park, is a perfect way to extend a visit With 15 special Thomas & Friends` themed rooms, sure to appease any Thomas fan, each of these rooms has themed bunk beds, with fitted DVD player, as well as unique hand-painted scenes on the walls and ceilings depicting a different character from the Thomas & Friends series. The hotel offers competitive prices including stay and play packages, which includes a night at the hotel and Magical Christmas tickets, all from just £ll0.40*.

Group bookings include:

Free entry 1 organiser per coach/ minibus

Free parking for coaches and minibus'

Free entry for the registered PSV licensed driver, along with a free meal voucher (Only one per vehicle).

Free familiarisation visit (max 2 per year) for organisers.

Drayton's Magical Christmas will be open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from Friday 15th November to Monday 16th December, then every day from Thursday 19th December - Monday 23rd December and Friday 27th December to Sunday 5th January 2014. *Price quoted is for a family of 4, 2 adults and 2 children based on a Sunday night. Prices may vary *

For more information visit:- www.draytonmanor.co.uk

Drayton Manor, Ideal for Groups......

Wedgewood Visitor Centre.....

Summer at Drayton Manor Theme Park.......

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Situated in the Heart of England, Drayton Manor Theme Park is one of the UK’s most popular day out destinations for group visitors as there is something to keep everyone entertained. Located near Tamworth, just outside Birmingham, Drayton Manor is famous for having Europe’s only Thomas Land™, which is a must-see attraction for fans of all ages of the little blue engine and his friends. It’s celebrating its fifth anniversary this year and a new Thomas & Friends™ ride will be unveiled this summer to mark the occasion.Also new this year is A Fish Story, an underwater musical adventure film screened in the park’s sensational 4D Cinema. It tells the tale of Deepo, an orange Garibaldi fish, and Billy, a trainee at the aquarium who magically turns into a fish, who journey to the depths of the ocean, encountering many different sea creatures along the way.

Fans of teenage superhero, Ben 10, can experience the Ben 10: Ultimate Mission rollercoaster, situated on the park’s CN Street. For the brave, there are the whiteknuckle thrill rides, such as the 54m high drop tower, Apocalypse, voted the UK’s scariest thrill ride, and G-Force, a rollercoaster that subjects riders to 4.3Gs. In addition, there’s also a 15-acre zoo to take a stroll around, home to an assortment of big cats, apes, primates, birds and insects. There’s also Dino Trail, designed to intrigue and educate visitors about the prehistoric reptiles. Great group discounts and offers can be found online and groups of 12 or more, arriving in one vehicle, can get fantastic prices when they pre-book. For groups travelling from further afield or simply looking to turn a day trip into an overnight stay, there’s also the luxurious fourstar Drayton Manor Hotel. It has 150 bedrooms, including 15 Thomas & Friends themed family rooms, each with a unique handpainted scene on the wall and ceiling, themed bunk beds, and train track patterned carpets in the corridors leading to each room. For further details, special offers, or to book a room go to www.draytonmanorhotel.com. 

The hotel also has two bars and restaurants and is located near to the theme park’s on-site restaurant, The Grill Inn, which is open to non-visitors and visitors from 12.00pm – 10.00pm daily, ensuring people are never stuck for a choice of fine food and drink. For more information visit www.thegrillinn.co.uk.

For more information visit www.draytonmanor.co.uk or call TEL: 0844 472 1960