Excursions

ABBA Voyage at the ABBA Arena London

Saturday 21st October 2023

Blending cutting-edge technology, spectacular lighting, and some of the most beloved songs ever written, ABBA take to the stage in a whole new way.

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A Kentish Christmas with the Rochester Dickensian Market

Sunday 3rd to Tuesday 5th December 2023

Calling in on the Rochester Dickensian Christmas Market, we will base ourselves at the Ashford International Hotel and Spa for a couple of days.

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Autumn Colours and Castles on the Welsh Borders

Friday 3rd to Tuesday 7th November 2023

We have chosen the Mercure Albrighton Hotel and Spa near Shrewsbury for our autumn break.

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Southern Ireland and The Ring of Kerry

Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th September 2023

This extended break will take us from the far east of England to the far west of Ireland.

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RHS Tatton Park Flower Show

Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd July 2023

Our visits include Trentham Gardens, RHS Bridgewater, the newly recovered garden in Manchester, the famous Tatton Park Flower Show and calling in at the National Arboretum on our journey home.

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Birmingham German Christmas Market

Saturday 25th November 2023

The largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany or Austria Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market offers a large range of traditional goods and gifts and a selection of tempting food and drink.

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Lakeside or Bluewater Shopping

Saturday 18th November 2023

With over 250 shops there is certainly something for everyone – you can shop till you drop!

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London Show – Mrs Doubtfire Shaftsbury Theatre

Thursday 19th October 2023

A hilarious and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, Mrs. Doubtfire is the musical comedy we need right now.

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A day visit to the Shuttleworth Collection

Thursday 7th September 2023

A treasure trove of airworthy vintage aircraft from 1909-1950, agricultural and steam exhibits, veteran cars, classic motorcycles, bicycles and vintage buses.

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South Coast and Rhododendrons

Monday 15th to Friday 19th May 2023

Explore the Harold Hillier Gardens, Beaulieu Motor Museum and Gardens, Historic Portsmouth with options to visit the Historic Dockyard and the Spinnaker

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London Theatre plus so much more!

Wed 29th March to Saturday 1st April 2023

We will be offering a choice of matinee shows in London. As well as the shows we will have a tour of the Bishops Palace, visit Hogarth’s House and have options to take a Brewery Tour at Fullers Brewery or pop into Ham House.

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Lincolnshire’s Aviation Heritage

Tues 27th to Fri 30th June 2023

Explore the aviation heritage of Lincolnshire including the Heritage Centre at East Kirkby, home of Just Jane the Lancaster Bomber which will be doing a taxi run while we are there.

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Aldeburgh day out

Thursday 28th September 2023

Aldeburgh is world-renowned thanks to its connection with Benjamin Britten.

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Winter Wonderland and London Shopping

Sunday 10th December 2023

Enjoy the Christmas atmosphere of London or visit Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park which is celebrating its 15th year.

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Co-op Juniors Christmas Spectacular

Friday 8th December 2023

Magic of the Movies performed by the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company at Snape Maltings.

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Bure Valley Train & Broads Cruise Package

Tuesday 12th & Thursday 14th September 2023

This wonderful experience combines a nostalgic steam hauled train trip through the picturesque Norfolk countryside together with a boat cruise on the beautiful Norfolk Broads.

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The Knitting & Stitching Show, Alexandra Palace

Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th October 2023

The Knitting & Stitching Shows are the definitive events for anyone with a love of textile based craft.

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Thursford Christmas Spectacular

Tue 12th Dec 2023 Matinee / Thu 14th Dec 2023 Matinee / Tue 19th Dec 2023 Matinee

An extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an electric mix of both seasonal and year round favourites.

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